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`` Oh , no . There was a riot in the streets last night , and they arrested some popular favourite and took him to prison . The mob 's furious , and the police are afraid of a disturbance when he 's brought before the magistrate this morning . Then Mr. Medland is to arrive at twelve o'clock , and they 're afraid of another riot then . Sir Robert was here at half-past eight , and at his request the Governor authorised calling out the Mounted Volunteers to keep order . Lord Eynesford says he 'll go with them . Do get up , '' and Eleanor went off , eager to hear the latest news .