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Pen Report on Danga County Penitentiary Criticized
A harsh inspection report by State Inspector James McC Shillinglaw criticizes the Onondaga County Penitentiary for lax guard alertness, the half man system, and insufficient medical care. It notes improvements in meals, health cooperation, dairy care, and fire protection while flagging dirty cells, contraband, and harsh discipline, and lists 12 recommendations including phasing out rocking chairs and reforming guard layout.
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