Offenses and punishment register (indexed), 1891-1916.

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Offenses and punishment register (indexed), 1891-1916.

These registers were used to record prisoners' violation of institutional rules and punishment levied. Information recorded included the prisoner's name, nature of offense, and punishment assigned. Punishments included whipping, confinement, placement in chains, and time lost.

1.5 cubic ft. (7 v.)

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SNAC Resource ID: 8339983

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Kentucky State Penitentiary (Eddyville, Ky.)

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