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Fascists Injure Socialis

Socialist Press no. 253, 2 July 1981 · scan pp. 4–5 · about 183 words

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On June Sheila Malone waS •viciously attacked by fascists in The Other Boekshop where she works:

The fascists who were in the shop ostensibly to buy badges suddenly pulled skull. and leaving her lying in a pool of blood.

Behind them they lett a message: 'SS Deathshead. NSDAP, Death to IRA lovers and all Communist scum. God Save the Heil Hitler.

A casette which they also left behind stated that all socialists could be considered likely targets for such attacks.

Even the police have stated that the attack was politically motivated by extreme right wing elements.

Although Shiela Malone is to undergo an operation for her injuries she is fortunatey expected a full recovery.

Messages of sympahty and get-well cards can be sent to Sheila c/o The Other Bookshop, 328 Upper Street, London N1.

The Other Bookshop has launched a £500 fund to improve security and provide Sheila with a convalescent holiday.

Anyone wishing to contribute can send a donation to the same address.

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Thursday July 1981

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out a cosh and hit Sheila on the head, fracturing her

← Contents of Socialist Press no. 253, 2 July 1981

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