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Today in Labor History April 2, 1863: Bread riots occurred in Richmond, Virginia, as a result of a drought the previous year, combined with a blockade by the Union Army and overall Civil War-related shortages. Food riots occurred throughout the South around this time, led primarily by women. During the Richmond riot, women broke into storehouses and shops, stealing food, clothing and jewelry before the militia was able to restore order.

Bread riots in Richmond, Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, showing women with sticks, smashing the window of a bakery and making off with bread. By Unknown author - Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=1126647
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B.C. company apologizes for '51st state' reference in ad following online outrage
A Richmond, B.C., company has apologized after an advertising mural in a transit station drew online flak for its reference to the "51st state" amid public annexation threats by the U.S. president.
#politics #advertising #apology #Richmond #BC #US
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McDonald's Canada testing a vegetable-based burger — again
McDonald's Canada is trying its hand at a vegetable-based burger — again. The fast-food chain announced Tuesday that it will test its new McVeggie at some restaurants in Langley, Richmond and Surrey, B.C., as well as Brampton and Windsor, Ont., and Dieppe, Moncton, Riverview and Suss...
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CBCMcDonald's Canada testing a vegetable-based burger — again | CBC NewsMcDonald's Canada is trying its hand at a vegetable-based burger — again. The fast-food chain announced Tuesday that it will test its new McVeggie at some restaurants in Langley, Richmond and Surrey, B.C., as well as Brampton and Windsor, Ont., and Dieppe, Moncton, Riverview and Sussex, N.B., until April 14.
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#EAS #WEA for Richmond, #GA; #Aiken, #SC: National Weather Service: #TORNADO WARNING in this area until 6:45 AM EDT. Take shelter now in a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris. Check media. Source: NWS Columbia SC #Richmond, #GA; #Aiken, #SCwx** DO NOT RELY ON THIS FEED FOR LIFE SAFETY, SEEK OUT OFFICIAL SOURCES ***

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