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Title
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In the Pen: The Oldest Prison West of the Mississippi Will Close Soon
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Description
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Photos and article about the history of the Jefferson City Correctional Center, formerly the Missouri State Penitentiary, opened in 1836 as "the first prison built west of the Mississippi River" and planned for closing in 2001. Chronology of events at the prison since its planning in 1832 (including many famous prisoners) and interviews of present inmates, etc.
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Date
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2001-02
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Object Type
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Magazine Article
