Liberty
The Seizing of the Liberty A riot broke out yesterday at the docks when the customs officials there attempted to seize a merchant ship. The ship (called the Liberty) is owned by one of the more wealthy merchants of Boston, John Hancock. Mr. Hancock is reported to be in league with the Sons of Liberty, a group made up of lawyers, merchants, and artisans. They?along with the Daughters of Liberty?are known for boycotts, burning stamped papers, and violent protests.