The Archive · 1926

Another Riot in Calcutta

Sequel to Hindu Refusal to Cease 'Music When Passing Moslem'

Mosque Calcutta, Sept. 5.

In a communal riot in' the Wat-

Jgunge suburb to-day, several were injured, including one European and tone Indian police officer. More than 100 arrests were made, 'When a Hindu procession, with' a band, was nearing a mosque Mahom+ medans"summoned the Hindus to stop the music. The Hindus refused, following which the fight began, the Hindus marching past playing, Both sides were reinforced and the police had to charge the crowd.

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