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James V. Bennett Collection
Collection
Identifier: THR/01/2012.s005
Scope and Contents
The materials that make up this collection represent the life and work of James Van Benschoten Bennett. More specifically, the materials portray his role as the second Director of the U.S. Bureau of Prisons and as a prolific prison reformer. The most popular theme represented in the collection is prison policy and reform – which is often discussed in articles and speeches composed by Bennett. The collection also contains numerous correspondence and case histories of prison inmates. Pictorial...
Dates:
1905 - 1971
Jane Howe Gregory Papers
Collection
Identifier: THR/01/2013.s010
Scope and Contents
The items in this collection represent Jane Howe Gregory’s extensive research into the Texas Penitentiary system, primarily focusing on issues surrounding female inmates. Journal articles, class notes, and prison records are the most common types of materials in this collection. Prison statistics and prison reforms pertaining to female prisoners are the most common themes.
Dates:
1705 - 1999
Juvenile Offender Probation Collection
Collection
Identifier: THR/01/2021.s229
Scope and Contents
This collection contains periodicals concerning juvenile corrections, probation, and mental health, and community safety.
Dates:
1979 - 2007
Sanford Bates Collection
Collection
Identifier: THR/01/2012.s004
Scope and Contents
The Sanford Bates Papers (1906-1972; fifty two boxes) documents the life of one of the country’s most influential criminologists and prison administrators. These materials depict Sanford Bates’ personal lifeand career as a practicing lawyer in Boston, member of the Massachusetts Legislature and Senate, first Massachusetts Department of Corrections Commissioner, and first Director of the Federal Bureau ofPrisons. Sanford Bates also served as the Executive Director of the Boys Clubs of...
Dates:
1840 - 1972
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