Origins
In April 1884 the owner of a drinks store in Worthing objected to Salvation Army criticism concerning the selling of alcoholic beverages so he founded the 4,000 member organisation. The "Skeletons" recognised each other by various insignia used to distinguish themselves.
Several techniques were employed by the "Skeletons" to disrupt Salvation Army meetings and marches. Black, sticky tar was put onto alley walls which damaged Salvation Army uniforms as they marched past and threw eggs filled with blue paint at the “Sally Army”. Other tactics included throwing rocks and rats, marching while loudly playing musical instruments or shouting, and physically assaulting Salvation Army members at their meetings. Many in the town approved, but the Salvation Army continued unabated.
Captain Ada Smith led those who faced the "Skeletons". General Booth wanted police protection for the Salvation Army. The Home Secretary, Sir William Harcourt said it was outside his jurisdiction. Captain Ada Smith of the Salvation Army and her group were ordered to march on Sundays.
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