They were preferred Choosing for their larger caliber , longer bayonets , and shorter barrels .

Consequently , the Governor proclaimed Statement martial law to be in effect on September 2 , 1912 , seizing Hold 1,872 high-powered rifles , 556 pistols , 6 machine guns , 225,000 rounds of ammunition , and 480 blackjacks - as well as large quantities of daggers , bayonets , and brass knuckles .

After fierce fighting Hostile_encounter with bayonets and swords , from room to room in the railway buildings , the town was captured Conquering .