The Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy (New Series, No. 50) November…

"The Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy (New Series, No. 50)" is a historical account published by the Pennsylvania Prison Society, likely written in the early 20th century. This publication focuses on prison reform, the welfare of inmates, and issues pertaining to discipline within the correctional system, aiming to shed light on the humanitarian efforts to improve conditions for incarcerated individuals. The opening of this annual report outlines the Society's structure, featuring key members, roles, and recent changes in legislation related to prison visitors. It highlights ongoing issues in the conditions of state prisons and the need for reform, as conveyed by President Joshua L. Baily during the annual meeting. His remarks emphasize the lack of progress in prison conditions over the decades, arguing that, despite advancements in other areas of humanitarian work, prison reform has not kept pace, urging readers to recognize the importance of empathy towards inmates and the potential for rehabilitation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Pennsylvania Prison Society
Title The Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy (New Series, No. 50) November 1911
Credits Produced by Larry B. Harrison, Wayne Hammond and the Online
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Reading Level Reading ease score: 57.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Charities -- Periodicals
Subject Prisons -- Periodicals
Category Text
eBook-No. 58963
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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