This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
Ex-Con Hopes to Stay Away From Prison
An ex convict recounts a life of crime from California to Joliet, Walla Walla, and Joliet again, detailing escapes, parole violations, and a long prison record. He reflects on prison life, his crimes, and a moment of insight at San Luis Obispo arguing age and fate may yet offer a chance to reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calfornia
Grandma
Idaho State
Boise
Harry Orchard
Gov. Stromberg
Idaho
California
Joliet
Chicago
Gary
Ind
Illinois State Penitentiary
Roger Touhy
al Capone
Clyde Barrows
Eugene O’connors
Leopold and
Loeb
Alcatraz
Nads
Seattle
Walla Walla Prison
Gardena
San Luis Obispo