Jan Pouren. a Russian revolutionist. had escaped to America after having committed what was essentially a political crime in Russia. The agents of the Czar In the United States apprehended him and sought his extradition to Russia. where it was certain death awaited him. The socialists took the initiative in thefight to obtain his release. and London led the battle which ended with Pourens release and the vindication of the dearest of American institutionsan asylum for political refugees. In this connection it may be well to mention also Londons aid to the revolutionary forces in Russia. Next to giving his time and his energies to improving the circumstances of the people among whom he lived.
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