Special studies and reports to the governor, 1864, 1867.

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Special studies and reports to the governor, 1864, 1867.

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This is a single report submitted in response to a request from Governor Thomas E. Bramlette. Included is a report from the inspectors of the Kentucky State Penitentiary, stating the need for further improvements, and relating the details of an escape by nine inmates.

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Kentucky Department of Libraries and Archives, Kentucky State Archives

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