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Philadelphia Society for Alleviating the Miseries of Public Prisons
Society for Alleviating the Miseries of Public Prisons
Prison Society of Philadelphia
Society, Established in Philadelphia, for Alleviating the Miseries of Public Prisons
Philadelphia Society for Ameliorating the Miseries of Public Prisons
Prisons, Philadelphia Society for Alleviating the Miseries of Public
The journal of prison discipline and philanthropy (Vol. XV, No. I, January 1860)
$aPhiladelphia :$bE. C. and J. Biddle, $cVarious.
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"The Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy" is a quarterly publication written in the early 19th century. This journal focuses on prison reform, discussing various aspects of prison conditions, discipline, and the treatment of prisoners. The content reflects a growing concern for humane treatment and the potential for reform among incarcerated individuals. At the start of this volume, the journal addresses several significant topics related to prison conditions and statistics on crime. The opening article praises the construction of a new jail in Baltimore, highlighting the importance of humane conditions to aid in the rehabilitation of prisoners. This portion outlines the architectural details of the jail and the philosophy behind its design, advocating for separate confinement and sufficient provision for cleanliness and health, which could positively impact the criminal behavior of inmates. Other articles briefly mentioned in the contents indicate a broader discussion encompassing prison systems in Texas, statistical reports from England and Wales, and the need for reform initiatives focused on female convicts, showcasing a comprehensive examination of contemporary issues surrounding incarceration and reformative practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 54.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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