SYND 14-8-72 DOCKERS IN VIOLENT CLASH WITH POLICE

The transcript describes a violent confrontation at Lincolnshire Wharf involving dockers and police. Initially peaceful, tensions escalated when dockers attempted to reach a man they accused of throwing a brick. This led to scuffles, with dockers tearing down fences and police pushing them into a cornfield, where hand-to-hand fighting ensued. The situation highlights the intense conflict and reactions from both sides.

What was the initial situation at Lincolnshire Wharf?

• A peaceful protest by dockers

• A violent clash between dockers and police

• A calm day with no incidents

• A negotiation between dockers and police

What action did the dockers take against the police?

• They negotiated for peace

• They tore down fences and pulled up supports

• They left the area peacefully

• They called for reinforcements

Why did the dockers want to get onto the wharf?

• To find a lost item

• To start a peaceful protest

• To catch a man who allegedly threw a brick

• To negotiate with the police

How did the police respond to the dockers' actions?

• They retreated from the scene

• They called for backup

• They pushed the dockers into a cornfield

• They started a dialogue with the dockers

What was the result of the police pushing the dockers into the cornfield?

• The dockers surrendered

• Hand-to-hand fighting broke out

• A peaceful resolution

• The police retreated