Petitions for pardons and remissions, 1844-1848.

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Petitions for pardons and remissions, 1844-1848.

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These files document Governor William Owsley's use of the governor's power and privilege to pardon convicts and to remit fines. Included are requests for pardons and remissions of fines for such crimes as gambling, assault and battery, and selling liquor without a license. Also included are numerous letters from militia members who failed to attend muster and were fined.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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Owsley, William, 1782-1862

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Kentucky. Governor (1844-1848 : Owsley)

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Kentucky. Militia

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Historical note: In 1792 the Kentucky General Assembly established the Kentucky Militia. The act required that all white males between the ages of eighteen and forty-five be enrolled in the militia, form companies, and participate in several musters each year. These companies could be called to active duty by the governor in case of war, insurrection, or danger to public safety. In 1860 the militia was reorganized into the State Guard, the Enrolled Militia, and the Militia of the Reserve. ...