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Drunkenness and Destitution Highlight 1916 Grand Jury Report
The September 1916 grand jury reports that many cases involve non support and desertion caused by drunkenness. They examined 246 witnesses, issued 60 presentments, and dismissed 26 cases, noting a large share of trouble tied to intoxicating liquors. City prisoners numbered 272 with 267 admitted as drunk.
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Montevue
Charity Organization
Charity Organization Society
FE. C. Remsburg
Grand Jury
C. Lamar
Frederick county