103 20 4768 https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_021.pdf 86924822ffc8d712290b5ee3cc80a61c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Snape Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1790 Subject The topic of the resource Sell Alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing spiritous liquors without obtaining a license. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_001_021 Snape https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_002_081.pdf 590b6427b35479fc4a7037bcc1f7f8a4 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Snapp Jr. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1812 Subject The topic of the resource Not keeping part of road Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with not keeping part of road in good repair. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_002_081 Snapp https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_046.pdf 14da1db32755b336fd529cec466df962 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Solomon Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Theft Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony stealing. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_017_046 Gradwohl Soloman https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_034.pdf 4ed02078c9be34b40efe33e2084063c2 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Steele Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1864 Subject The topic of the resource Fathering a bastard child Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with fathering a bastard child. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_016_034 Armentrout Steele https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_001.pdf 70c7c218f285da331efcfbfedecb71cb Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Stiff Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778 Subject The topic of the resource Unknown Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with unknown offense. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_001_001 Stiff https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_013.pdf 3eb7f5912eb6b2f9e89b90ebeb32dce0 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Strickler Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1860 Subject The topic of the resource Not keeping the road in good repair Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with not keeping road in good order. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_016_013 Stricker https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_075.pdf 8abe5b9f57896f2a7c99e8d595ad3b48 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Strickler Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1814 Subject The topic of the resource Non-attendance Juror Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with non-attendance as juror. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_003_075 Strickler https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_005.pdf 160886dd53cb904aeb4d6cb770948ce1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Struther Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1826 Subject The topic of the resource Murder Theft African American Free Person Enslaved Person Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with murder and stealing. Guilty and sentenced to "three stripes" and to be sold as a slave. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_009_005 Struther https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_010_060.pdf 78d1852e5c9d6d0b1a7d190b0dc89a82 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Taylor Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1833 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_010_060 Taylor https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_028.pdf 034837e00901d9ff5ff76aa6e15f287f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Terry Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1818 Subject The topic of the resource Swearing Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with swearing ten profane oaths. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_006_028 Terry https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_027.pdf a2ab8d58c6f0aaf16bb3bbe0435a9482 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Thomas and Moses Jackson Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1791 Subject The topic of the resource Unknown Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with unknown offense. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_001_027 Jackson Thomas https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_007_051.pdf a11faa519bb8135055d8b988e346df1d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Thompson Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1821 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_007_051 Thompson https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_030.pdf 54478ba255ff8ecd9ef7b0a2d52fa820 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Tipton Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1818 Subject The topic of the resource Unlawful Gaming Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with unlawful gaming. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_006_030 Tipton https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_072.pdf 694ef805db0731877ffe3e652e41b37c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. Coakley Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1866 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Break and Enter Theft Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony breaking and entering with intent to steal. Guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_016_072 Coakley https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/4b79e43232915229604e57f54ea55c98.pdf 573ba22eddb1f0d00baa8495755bac1b PDF Text Text COTuIMONV: AL TH OF VI RGI NI COUNTY OF ROC n GH . , t o- wi t : I n t he Ci rcu i t Court of said Count y : Th e grand j uro rs i n an d f or t h e b ody of sa id cou nty of Rockingham and n ow t t e nding sai d Court at it s J une te rm , 19 27 , u p on t h eir oath do pre sent that J . • Craw- f ord a nd A. T. Crawf ord , within one year next pr i or to t h e f ind i ng of t i s i ncl ictment , i n t h e s ai d co unty of Roc ki ngha m, id unl awfully a nd. fe lo n iou sly anufacture di s tilled a rdent sp iri ~s , a gai ns t the p eac e and di gn i ty of t' e Commonwealth of Vi rgi nia . Thi s i ndic t men t i s f ound on the tes t i mony of 1 , . T. exrode and W. • Thurb er , wi t n e s ses sw o rn i n Court a nd sent bef or e t he gr and j ury t o gi ve evidence . �Hf g . \_✓ t)j t) 1 ,Jommonv✓ eal th v ) I ndict ment J . \'I . and A. T. Crawf ord ~ 1 ~ Felony June term , 1927 J ' \t ~,. ' '.s :i~ '\ 1~ A True Bi ll: ~~e, Fo reman ✓r ~ ) ~ J t . ~ ;i1 ~ ' 'O " ~~ , ~ ·~ ~1 .. '· ~ ~.-::, ~ ~ - -i-l~ D . · ' . Ea r man Jom..~onwea l th ' s Attorne �IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF ROCK I NGHAlvi COUNTY , VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH CHARGE TO THE JURY v. A. T . CRAWFORD If you find the accused, A. T. Crawford, not guilty, you will say so and no more . I f you find him guilty as charged in the i ndictment, then you will s ay so and f i x his punishment at confine ment in th e penitentiary f or not less than one nor more tha n five years, or , in your discretion, by confinement in jail for a period of not less than six n or more t ban twe lve months, and a fine not exceeding .:.f ive .:. undred dollars . �Com v) Chqrge t o th e Jury A. T . Crawford �Commonwealth of Virginia, 1T ·t· Rockingham County, j o-wt · BE IT REMEMBERED that on tL e ---~~~~---da y of_ __________~I?.i:g ___ _____ ______ J92 7 ,----- - --- - - _______________ J~.hn_..cr.aw.ford • _..Alhe.r.t _Cre.w! .o.r..d _s nd.._ L Jll • -Cra.w!Dr.d... __ ___ ______ _____ ___ ______ _ came before me ___ ~·. 1. Dinsmore, a Justice of _the Peace ---------- -- -- - ------ - - - -- - --------of the said county of Rockingham, and severally and r espective.Jy acknowlcdgrd themselves to be indebted to the Commonweal th of Virginia, in manner and form following, that is to say : the said ________________ John Crawford_ and Albert_ Crawford ____ ____ __ ______________ ____ __ _in the sum of _______ Five _Hundred ---- -- _ - --- ~--- -- --_ ----- - _- _-- ----- -- -·-- - --- -- - -------- ___ Dollars ea.c h good and lawful money of the United States, and tLe said ___L __ ~ .! _ _9.r_e~t~~<! __ _______________ ___ in the sum oL ____~ _e__t}!Q~~~!l!i_..:-..:-..:-_-:.:.~_::-_:-~..:-_..:-_..:-__ __ Dolla.rs of like good and lawful money, to be respectively made and levied of their several goods and chattels, lands a.nd t enements, and they severally waived the benefit of their Homestead Ex0mption as to this obligation, and also waived any claim or right to discharge any liability to the Commonweal th arising under this recognizance with coupons detached from the bonds of this State, to th e use of the Commonweal th of Virginia if the said ___ __ __ __J_Qhn _CnJTJ.o.rJLend _Alb.e.r..t__c_r_1iw.!ord_____ ___ ___ shall make default in the performance of th e conditions underwritten. The condition of the above r ecognizance 1s s uch that if the above bound __ ohIL.cr_awi.ord ____ __ -----------~!'!~- ~1,_p_e_i:_t _<;:r~~f2.!"..?____ __ ____ __ __ ___ do and shall personally appear before the Circuit Court o.f Rockingham on the __l s t _____ day of thc ___ ___ ~~!l~____ ________________________ Term next thereof, being the __2._Q°lt.L ___ day of_ ___ ___ __ }_!.g'l_e____ ___________ _192 7 , at the Court-house thereof, and then and there answer the Commonweal th of Virginia concerning a certain __ f~J..9!1Y___ ___ __ whereof the safrL __ _J..9_!ip__G_t:.~\!fQr~- ~_n_d__~:t'2~r:L.9.!"~~J_o_i:_c!. ________________ _stand s charged, and shall not depart thence without the leave of said Court, th en the above r ecognizance shall be void and of no eff ect, otherwise to r emain in full force and virtue. Taken and acknowledged before me, the ~ ~ a ~;t above written. _____ erl_ef-6.:/~ ~ - - J._P . ---------- -- ��C!!nmmnutttrultq nf Jlirgiuiu G0VER~0'R'.S OFFICE RICHMOND ··· · ce.ub r ' 9'>7 . . e. pl i cetio.! f r t.:ie onvicied 1n Jul, 1927 in £be iol i of t e r obibit i on th i n j ail , ~5 fine end .., i der ed th i 0 h' accor done or ction ·his �if iffti ln ~tln mun ttmn!D '.3::)l":\"=10 2'fl 0 111fl3VO£> CVIOM H 0 lfl �Form 192--News-R ecord · Virginia, Rockinghan1 County, to-wit: Commonwealth vs. John Crawford a nd Albert Crawford STATEMENT I( Jus 'l~ICE OF T 1T-IE DEACE J. OF COSTS Arrest vV:urant 1 00 ..... . . .. . .......... . .... . S - - - - - - - 1 •••• •• • • • • • • • • • • •• 1J Sear ch Warrant ... ......... ... ........... $_ _ _ _ _ __ I Trial .... ..... .......... . ............ .. ... $_ _ __ --- l Ba il I( Arrest ......................... .. . .... . ... $ - - - - _ _ I CONSTABLES, SHERIFF, SERGEANT .... .. . ~ ....... .. ................... . ......... $_ __ _ Search vVan2,nt .. ...... .... ... ........... $ _ _ __ sum. Witnesses .... .. ..... .... . ... .. . . .. ... $ - - - - - - - 1 Mileage . ............... . ........ . ......... $ - - - l Other Fees . ... ........... . ........ . .. . .... $ _ _ _ _ _ \J. P. ATTORNEY FOR THE COMMONW~ALTH . _ Court ... .. .......... . ............... $ -- - - iI ______________________________________________ $ L _____________________________________ _________ $ • - -- - --- r Repn,t nf F;n,s, etc . ....... ... ... . ........ . . $_ _ _ _ _ CLERK OF THE COURT ......... .. ... .. . . i Wi t ness Cert ificates ..... .. ..... .. ....... . . . $ I Trial L Other - - - _ _ __ .... ....... . .. .. .. .. . . . . . .. . ......... $- - - - _ _ Costs .. . ........... . . ... .. ...... .... $_ _ _ ·witnesses-Names Days Miles Tolls ---Amount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ i $ $ I hereby certify that the following additional witnesses were examined for the Commonwealth and were material witnesses: Witnesses-Names D ays Miles Tolls $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ 2~ $ I hereby certify that the foregoing is a corre~ Amount $ J . P. ��Arrest Warrant COMMON WEAL TH OF VIRGINIA , } TO WIT: R OCKI NGHAM COUNTY, · T 0 _ _ __ a_n~y__o_f_f_i _c_e_r _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ , a Constable of said County: Whereas,- - - -T·•_: :_._ r_._ R_ex_ r _od_e_ ____ ____ _ __ _ of the said County, has this day made complain t and informati on on oath before me,----'-'-' --=L'-'.-=D-"'i=n=s= m=o~r~ e _ _ _ _ a Justice of the said County, that _ _J_o_h_n_ C_r_a_w_f_o_r_d_ a _n_ _d_ A_lb_er_t_ C _r_a_w_f_o_r_d_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ __ _ __ of the said County, on the'---~ 2~ 7t~h ~ - -- day of- - - ~A ~P~r~i=l~ - - -192.1-, in the said County, did unlawfu lly manufac ture ar dent spirits and have a still and mash in their possessi on. These are therefore , in the name of the Common wealth of Virginia, to command you forthwith to apprehend and bring before me, or some other Justice of the said County, the body of the said- - - --J ohn Crawford and Albert Crawford to answer the said complain t and to be further dealt with according to law. And you are required to summon 'ii . E . Thurber and V. T. Rexro de to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Common wealth, on the examinat ion touching the said offence. Given under my hand imd seal this~7 th~ Ap~il , in the year 19_i'( ~L-~~ No. 38 NlWS·RECORD CO •• HARRISO NBUR G, YA . J. P. <Seal) �State of Virginia, Rockingham County, to -wit : ,, John Cr wfor and Albert Crawford, the de f endant s ment i oned herein were thi s day bonded in the a of FIVE HUNDRED DO LARS each with T. " . 'rawford as suret , for the a ppearance of the s aid John Craw f ord ad Albert Crawf ord befo e the itli rcuit Cour t of Rock1ngham County on the 1st day of the June term t hereof , bei · g the. 20th ay of une , 927 , t o a.ns\;er to thti ithi n charge . Bond herewith. Given under my hand this the 27th day of April, 1927 , J . P, -c, i: . 0,_i = .,"' "':,.. .5 -;;; ., ,_,_ .... <::: = - :,.. ..c ' ...,. S.. : <l) : ..O ' r-i ' <( ' ;: -;:: 0 'O C ~ '"d ..c ., ';::., ....0 -c, Qj -;:: "<:I 0 a -c:1: S..: :,.. "<:I "i3 S..: 0: s.. ...., 0: :,JI: Q.1, s.,: 0. ·.:.,= 0s.. +>' .,C ·= S..: .:; i:: Q); "O .s:: ,.0: ~ ~ "" ....,0 rl: <; = t:l "<:I Cl) : C •rl: 0 : ..c ~ "<:I .5 <::: = "'., i, .,"'"' § 0 c.:i ~ -~ '<:S ., E E <::: t:l c-. C\1: o,.· ., .,r-i. ' S..: 0. <( ' .::: ~· ~. .: ~ : -c, = = = ~ '-' ~;: ~ ., 0., ';:: -c, 0 .,,_ .2. ., ..c 0 :,.. <::: "'O -~-;;; .5 +> : C- : C\1 . t:l !: ';:: ...,= 0= -~ ,, I ). .I �In the Name of the Commonwealt h of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting: YoU, are hereby com,n11anded to su1nmon ... · · · · . .7.J . . . . . ;; ----,r ~ A ··~························•·······-· ············· · -----U .... . .. . . .. ............ :--...... -.... ~ ... -....... ... .. -. . . . .. . . .. . . . ............................................. . ~o:::::,::::,~;::i;:,o: ':::,:::::• G'o'J±l::!::tJl:::;_.'hel~oy to testify and the t?!.ut11 ~ y i . . . .. . . .. . . . .. . . . ..... ... . . . .. . . .. . .. . .. . . . .. . be half of the Commonwealth a ainst 2 ., ..... ~ -.... . .. . .. . ..... .. . . . . ... . ... . . . . . .. . ........... .......... . . . . . . . ... . . . . .. ...... ....... .. ... .. --- ... . . . with and indicted f or a f el ony misdemeanor . . ........ shall not omit uncler the penalty of £ 100. .11.nd have then News-Record, Harrisonbu rg, Va. �s o ut f f ~Y ~~ wi th in S um mo ns to ~ _ m _oon_ of ili • -~~-1=,;;..:m...,1,g,c;.;;::= -/,...:.. :.....: ...;1 --6, vJ, ~;J/!✓, �Commonwealth of Virginia: To the Sheriff ~ G r e e t i n g : You are hereby commanded to summon .... .. .. .. ... .. ... ... ............ .... .. ....... ... . · ·········· •·· · ·· ·· •· · ·· ·: 11..:: itf.::~ ~::: £.~-· to appear before tbe Judge of tbe Circuit Cou_:t Jf . Rockingham County, at the Court House tbereof, at JO o'clock, a. m ., on the ~ & · ~Y of to testi!J, and tbe truth to say in behalf ~ Co monwealtb be.fore the GRAND . . . . . ... . . ~ '. . .9 .:.ft' .... Y. ... 4 ...2 ·. ....\.,.,. . ,.,.-,~~~ P&L PRESS, Ha"i1011b11rg, Va. 19 7 JURY �Execu ted on the lSth.d a.y of June 1927 ,with fn the Count y of Augu sta ay deliv ering a true copy of the with ins qns in writi ng,to W.E.T hurbe r in perso n. :: :::7, ~~:2 :;i~~ ~~~ ~- ~De puty -~~~~~~~..,__ _ __ S.A.O. �Commonwealth of Virginia : To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting: You are hereb:y commanded to summon to appear be/ore the Judge of the Circuit CouJ!_jj__ Rockingham , 7.IJ,..t..d._a ,dy of ..... .... . thereof, at JO o'clock, a. m., on the to :Jy.y;b,~ b.;;rn1a,b1~0/~ o,l .l_t_,.._v.__.,. at the Court House 19 GRAND k7 JURY who stands charged wit) and indicted for a felon y misdemeanor. shall not omit under the penalty of £100. And have then ... ~ And this 6 and there this Writ. ~ Witness, f. ' /}..BLACKB URN, Clerk of our said Court, at the Court House, the . / . .. .. ... .. .. r of the Commonwea lth. .. . 19 f.Z, and in the . . day of ~~ · P&L PRESS, Ha"iJonb11rg, Va. l '. ~/...~.. ~/~ , Clerk �r ~ ~ -, ~ \. o\ ~ s::: I ,., xecute ~ ..,f Cr//f,(7 oy ,,. d e li v e r ing a tru e <.;o p y of within S umm ons to.~ ~ ·=·- '" per so-... t_pe ~4 ~ ~ -& w, ~, ~-/(;e �/ 11,< . , ,/ (< ��1 r:: t1 ✓t(J J, /ft • v- Jf&rV' i - 2, V tt--f~ ~ ~ ~ -- - ;'),.., I - t) ~- 7 0 3,. I o I.~ I rt ) f , j -() I I s-D I ~· () /) 0 ?- ' .5 () I , .$ v ~ k.Z i I. ti •{;;;; I v ti \j ,t,y 4~ i ..J- /) , au /, , !} . ,.. A.,., .• t ( I vJ ,c. I / ~ . ?-1 /, J- J 1 1, (,S- �In the Circuit Court of Rockingham County, .................... ..... Term I90 ................ ............................... ..tlzis day presented in Court an account against the Court of Rocking ham for the sum of$ . .... , for S ervice... which being sworn to , was examined and approved by the Court, and ordered to be certified to the Treasurer of tlzis county for payment. ................... ................................... Clerk . Fonu 192-Be rliu . �/, - I I l., .• I ( l l 1:- J ) 1;f L COMMONWEALTH ) VS , ~ w.:.' ·& Felony A. -T • Crawford , f/ / / I l ! J l. ! / - 1 ,. l _ft-.3 --; /7 D �t ..., • • 'I l I ;; � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. Crawford and Albert T. Crawford Description An account of the resource Felony; Guilty Subject The topic of the resource Felony guilty Governors pardon Still and mash manufactured ardent spirits Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1927 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. 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Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. Hughes Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1896 Subject The topic of the resource Assault with intent to kill Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault with intent to maim, disfigure, disable, and kill. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_020_080 Hartman Hughes https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/a633e3ec0c57577bada2cd171baf4647.pdf 45c6ec6af4d1eda329bb5a78757b8c9c PDF Text Text Qi to - wit : CON I n the ircuit 1 ourt of said u _t he body of said courit y urors in and for he grand of Ro kingham and now attending said court at its Oc tober term 1924, upon their oaths do o th one year next pr · or resen ohn W. that findi11e; of mes , within his indic ment , in the said coun, of R ckingham, did unla,fu ly ~anufactu re , sell , offer, kee , s t ore and expo e for sale , give awa y, transport , dispense , solicit, advertise and receive orders for araen s iri ts, a ains Vi r he po ce and d..i nit of the o 1monweal th of 1 inia . The ·urors a oresaid upon heir oa hs aforesaid do ear next f llrther present that J oh.-r:t VY. James, within one p ior to the finding of this indic ment:. , iu the said coun of Rockingham , did unlawfull J have in his possession eace and digni t , of the he s_piri s, agains o rdent onweal h of Virgini • .. nd the j urors afor said upon their oaths aforesaid do further _present rior o John ? . ha he finding of ames, within one his in ictment, in the said. coun y of ocki n h m, di d unlawfu ly receive arden a ea d dign · t y of h ommonwea tho spirits , against irginia. This indict ent is found on the testimon and Ja es before th gran adcap, wi nesses swo r ·ur 1 ear nex to give evidence. of . F. in court and sent he �Vio l ~ro Act Co!'.!mlonwealth v) l ndic t men ohn vr. Jame s Mi sdem e anor Tr ue Bil l ~ t t,*, rC>i~~ w. ~a rma n orru:::J.onwealth ' s Atto rne y _ D. �Form 192--News -R ecord to -w it: Virginia, Ro ck in gh am Co un ty , Joh n Commonwealth·vs. w. J ames PEACE J us1~TCE OF TH E ••• •• • ••••••••••• r .. .... ... .... , _ _ __,,l,,_ Atrn st wac ,ant ... .... ... ... J •· ... •· •··· ·· . $_ __ Sea r ch War rant .. • · · · • • • •·. • • I J. Ba il I ( 00 _ oo .O.the.;.. Fe.e s .... .... .... .... ... $ ~"'ilC .l GEANT ... .. · CON STABLES, SHERIFF, SER CO ST S OF ST AT EM EN T 00 _,l~ .... .... . . $_ __ .. .. .... ... .... .... . .. .... . . .... . .... .... $_ _ _]~)- ~ Arr est .... .... . .. .. . .. ... .... - _ . . . . .. ... . ... .. $,_ _ _ _ S earch Vlarr:cm t .. .. ... .. . . _ ::,___ 1:::,:""''.'.'.'. :: : : ::::: l Other ( I J. P. l _Q_Q_ 6_ ~ - .. .-... . $_ _ _ _ Fees .... .... .. . .... . ... . . .... . .. . ... . $ Cou rt .... .. .. .... .. .. .... ... ON \VE AL TH -{ AT rOR N EY FO R TH E CO MM l:::::::::::::::::~::::::::::::::::::::::·~:::·_- r . . . .... .... . .. $,_ _ Re.p octo f Fin. ", ete . . ... .. .... . ... ... . .. . . 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Di _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ___.__ _ _ _ __ ,, e__,a'---_ ., J:.. .:a=.m_:c h=n:__c_W:.. .,__, o-=--= that- - - -J=----=192-4, in the said Coun ty, day of .(ugu st 23rd r it s i n an Tran spor t abou t one hal f gallo n of Arde nt sui luen ce of automobil e i n viol atj,_o_n_~L_l_aw_aru L~f~ihe i nf ·o f the said Coun ty, on the did unla wful ar dent apir ite. Virginia, to comm and you forthw ith to appreThese are theref ore, in the name of the Comm onwe alth of Co unty, the body of the said- - - -- - hend and ~ring before me, or some other Justic e of the said John w. Jame s ding to law. And you are requir ed to sumto answe r the said comp laint and to be furthe r dealt with accor . . .p,_',f ---- -- -- - - - -- .. .........d. .o. . .a,,,. R...,o~a mon - -- ~ -~,a.me..a_Ro.a.doap ( aon of · Geo rag...,e.___ alth, on the exam inatio n touch ing the said offence. . . to appea r and give evide nce in behal f of the Comm onwe ~u...,g~u........s_..t..____ _ , in the year 1«Q.4_ . .., y o,H'---,___._A Given under my hand and seal this- -~--~"........,...___ _.,~ - ~ -~' No. ,.____________ 38 - - - J. ' ~- - - ----' -~ ~ -~' OC-..L.. --'- NEWS · R£ C0 RD CO., HARRI SO N B UR G. VA . P. <Seal.) , �. -- 0 Commom vealth vs. } A~rest . Warran t .............. J.ohn ...w•.. ...J.ame.s.......................... Executed the within warrant by arresting and deli vering the body of ................ J.ohn ... W........J.a.."l'!l.es....................... before ....W.•.....L ........Dins.ryio.re .... ············· a Justice of Rocking ham County, and by summoning the within named witnesses in person, this ... n • •..•• Au day of ..... U.s.t ............. 1 9 ....24 -; k t~ ~ ~ p, ~g. ~ cf- (!) I-' ~ ~ j l.. S ·, r r.r n.n t. oT Gro t toe .. :;a (1) en • si, ct- V- Ii co Cll 0 0 O P:,{ll:) to ~ I-'• Cb c+ 0 ....I I-'• �In the Nam e of the Com mon wea lth of Virginia : To the Sheri ff of Rock ingha m Coun ty, Greet ing: You are hereb y conu nand ecl to summ on .. ..·.·.+•:ii·······o/ · · · · · · ~··· · ···. . . . . . . . . . ..· .·.~· ·.·.····· ~ r~~ •.•.• to appe ar before the Judg e of the Circ uit Cour t of Rocl cingh am Coun ty, at the Cou,r t Hous e there of , at 10 o'cloclc, a . m ., on the . . ...~·J?..........day of ...@d ..r... .......... .. 1 9 .. to testi fy and the truth to say in beha lf of the Comr nonw ealth befor e the Gran d Jury ?.7!- wh tand s char ged with a anr :t;i ~r: h~: ~;~ ··· indic ted / 'or a felon y misd emec tnor. •·· ..shaU not omit uncle r the pena lty of £10 0. .Jl.nil have then Witn ess, J . F. BLA CKB URN , Clerlc of our snicl Cour t, at the Cou,r t Hous e, the /~.~da,y of ~ .cc ....... ., l ~ j,- and in the 14, ..l . th year of the Com monw ealth . ......•........ .. ........... . ......,.....,..~· ····· ··... ,.....-- .. ........... =~=-- ·· ······ .. ···.... News-R ecord , H arrisonbnrR, Va. ·....... , Cler le. �~- - '- .- �In the Name of the Commonwealth of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting: . You a re h ereby comm,anded to summon .. ' to appear before the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockingham County, at the Court Ho11,se thereof~ at 10 o'clock, a . m ., on t h e ....:?-:../.. ..................d a y of ~ . .... 19 ."!:Y to testify and the truth to sa-y in behalf of the Commonwealth against. . ......................................... ~4tf~ · · ·· · ··· who stands char&ed with and indicted for a f elony misdemeanor . .11.nd this .. J~ . ... . . . shall not omit under the penalty of '£100 . .11.nd have then and there this Wr;(_ Witness, J. F. BL.11.CKBUR.N, Clerk of our said Court, at the Cou,rt House, the ~ P .d a y of ........ lf!. ...~ .. .' . ... ., 19 ..3/, ···# f''iJ.~~ , and in the 14J_....th year of the Com,monwealth. Clerk. News-Record, Harri,onburg, Va. ��_.,. - JOU W.JAMES ads Illdiotmen t for • ·Misdr. COMMOIDVEALTH . ~ ' _, t l. ' l ' ' I( .I ' �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. James Description An account of the resource Misdemeanor; Indictment Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Indictment Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1924 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a>) Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RcPr-box4-020 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Rockingham County Circuit Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries James https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_018.pdf 31cf54dd6dfc80e4ee95471a4c07eba1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. Showalter Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1898 Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Cruely beating animals Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor crulty and beating animals.Guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_021_018 Showalter https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_011_007-commonwealth-v-john-w-wilson-isadore-cetlin.pdf 2b42f75c3e792ec7e6d5c12cc153fd28 PDF Text Text ComlONIIEALTB vs. Kiaclr. ( -.1ng) J'OBR W. WlLSON ISADORECETLIN t I ��COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA COUNTYOF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit~ In the Circuit Court of said The jurors in and for ingham and now attending their oaths do present . fOHN machines the peace that N. Deputy, grand jury on the indictment witnesses to give at its 12_day 1931 June term_Jupon of April, Wilson and Isadore for the purpose fortune 1931, Cetlin did of gaming two machine, age.inst of the Commonwealth of Virginia. is found on the testimony George C. Burtner, S. C. Heltzel, court and a pony wheel and dignity This the body of the County of Rock- said in said County, v IV. unlawfully keep and exhibit slot County: s. F. Newman, J. sworn in court evidence. of Walter T. Long and and sent before the �GAMING COMMONWEALTH V 2 • .Jf1J11' \d. ISDORE WILSON CETLIN MISDEMEANOR A True Bill W. Farman, Commonwealth's D. Atto:nney � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1931 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John W. Wilson and Isadore Cetlin Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Gambling Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor gambling. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. <a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_011_007 Cetlin Wilson https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_010_010.pdf 1f4e23edee1e9b6fd6ac7b0efbf333ee Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. John Weaver Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1830 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_010_010 Weaver