He had urged demonstrators, if attacked by the police, to throw barricades at them and even to grab officers' guns and use them in self-defense.

During the protests she urged demonstrators to stop violence.

Speakers urged demonstrators to observe order and avoid violence.

Spanish-language radio announcers urged demonstrators to vote only Republican - most of them already do - and some protesters carried signs that read: "America, be patient.

After urging demonstrators to avoid being arrested, the organizers were able to get them to march peacefully down the avenue.

Local and federal authorities have increased security on the island and have urged demonstrators to remain peaceful.

The statement urged demonstrators to remain within the framework of the constitution and to maintain a "constructive dialogue" with the administration of President Akayev.

Some fliers for the march have urged demonstrators to meet at 23rd Street and Madison, but that would be a mistake, Mr. Kelly said.

It urged nationalist demonstrators to "refrain from irresponsible acts."

Once there, he urged demonstrators to stop throwing stones and trying to cross the border.