Series II. Subseries D. Inmate Index Cards for Felons, 1914, 1919, 1921-1949.
- Containers:
- Box 366-371.
- Scope and content:
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This subseries is housed in six (6) boxes and is arranged alphabetically by prisoner name. These records consist of index cards containing prisoner information for the years 1914, 1919 and 1921 to 1949. Not all index cards for this time period are extant. This subseries only represents a small fraction of the total number of prisoners committed to the penitentiary during this time period. Each index card includes the prisoner name, prisoner number, alias, race, fingerprint classification, crime, term, date and place received, date term expires, jail time, criminal history, measurements (hat, shoe, collar, coat, and pants), previous address, names and addresses of immediate family (spouse, parents and siblings) and person to notify in case of an emergency.
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Archives Reference ServicesEmail: archdesk@lva.virginia.govPhone: (804) 692-3888Web: www.lva.virginia.gov