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The flow of blood seemed to have a cooling effect on the rioters, and they slowly departed for their homes, disappointed, defeated in their purpose, and with smothered feelings of vengeance.
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Jacobs describes the aftermath of a violent confrontation, noting the emotional impact on the rioters as they retreated.
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