Lynds, Elam, Capt.
Elam Lynds, prison administrator, oversaw construction of the new Mount Pleasant State Prison on the bank of the Hudson River at Sing Sing, NY. Known as a strict disciplinarian (and often accused of cruelty) he was twice warden at Sing Sing, and twice warden at the Auburn State Prison. He also worked as a hatmaker and served as an officer in the War of 1812.
From the description of Account book, 1825-1829. (Winterthur Library). WorldCat record id: 122516422
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| referencedIn | Allen, Stephen, 1767-1852. Papers, 1819-1849. | Churchill County Museum | |
| creatorOf | Lynds, Elam, Capt. Account book, 1825-1829. | Winterthur Library |
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| associatedWith | Allen, Stephen, 1767-1852. | person |
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| associatedWith | Sing Sing Prison. | corporateBody |
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