The Reaction to Black Violent Offenders in Ontario—1892–1961: A Test of the Threat Hypothesis

@article{Mosher1999TheRT,
  title={The Reaction to Black Violent Offenders in Ontario—1892–1961: A Test of the Threat Hypothesis},
  author={Clayton James Mosher},
  journal={Sociological Forum},
  year={1999},
  volume={14},
  pages={635-658}
}
  • C. Mosher
  • Published 1 December 1999
  • Law
  • Sociological Forum
Ten Lashes for Assaulter of Girl: 13-Year Old Girl Victim of Negro [headline in London Free Press, 3 October 1931]. If [John] Butler had committed his crime in the southern states, he would not likely be here to stand trial. It is fortunate for him that he is under the British flag, where he can get a fair trial in a fair manner and is not subject to the punishment of the masses. "Crimes of this kind (if they continue) would break down the social system and the whole religious training of… 
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