116 20 4769 https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_055-commonwealth-v-george-w-harris.pdf bf888d1085d05f6a984cf8386c01469f PDF Text Text ~ _Hurst's Standard orms, Annotated. [Code, Hurst & Company, City, Va. I nd'1ctment. lf :-Jo. 35. §~3989, 3999, -1000, 40II, -1045; Hurst's COU.NJ.1YOF ...... ~.99.1~.:i.r:ieJ:1~~____ _ 1Pulaski Guide & Manual, ........ ········· --· pp. 537 (3), 540-5. 546. 617-18.] ··•···· ........... Circuit ' J.10-JI 11': I.N J'HE lJ~7Jt'J911' COli.RJ.1OF S./J.JJJCOUJit'J.1Y: 21/tejurors of tlze Commo1uoealtlt of T"irginia,in aad for tlze body of tlze County of _............... _ , and !Wll' attending tile said Court at its arc __term,i1ztlze year l _905 _ on tlze_?1:.t.11_ day of_])e_c_ er:-.t-er_ feloniouG y did bren.1· ar:d , upon tlzeir oatlls present tlzat ..... ..._ , ill tlzeyear 19..Q1......... , ill tlze said County, e .ter a certa::i.r._dep9JJ the..·c)ic;s·apeake ..11'enter·riRai"i;:•ni:, .. a·Corporation,( said _qe>_ll!l.t.Y L ::1114Lq ~ .a,cijO :i]1ir;[; to. or ..OC c·. Pied houseof the said Chesapea1<.e :•es tel'n Rail-;rn. , 1 i .~ent to cor.-.u-:it lar~env ....t1E:J_,Pr._o.Qer.JY....::::'...... at Harrisor.bure, in .7i.tll... tlle ...1' rn.llin.G ........... . a coryorc. tion, ·•rit l n:1ir __o.r pants of .t e therein a1 d thirteen - variii '6"t":;:36~66 o':r the ~oods·a:·r-.ci~;1~t-tels cf t-,e said c lP.S:J.peake 'estern Rail'nay 1 a CorPorn.tion, in Jl1e said de~ot th~n.oeil1£L Telonimisiy did steal, takt-J, DJ d carr. ar:ay a.e;ainst the 9eace and. <l?:.S!~ ~X _9-f_~....~--_g_()r:_~()T<'·'et1J,_t1:1pf _)[~~~ -~.. ..............__ ..... ______ ··---.........._...._-----· ...... And the jurors n.goresai' U1)or their oaths arores'li'i do C';.Tt}~P,r !)l'esen t th:it Geo. 'i'. Harris 0n he r'4th d.a of Dec,11>:ber in ti1e vem· ·1n-04· ih"The - □--'>'cf ty "ctict'-~ll ~p~:..i;ii"iiotlf "1irei iri t 10 ni ::;11 t ti:-::e )f said day a c clr tai n.__ d,epg t the_ pr o.9er ty _q.f ... _tl}e Cheb.h,'.:_je'lke·\' ec terr:. Rail "iay _. a ·corporation, an r. t adj o ir,ili.=; to or occu~ · ed ·:1ith the dwell ir g hou..,e. ..9.:r .... ~l_e _:3:i_:d C_1Je:3ap~~'-<:e ...'''es tP-1,'r, ...Rd.II,ria-ir; ..a Corporation, 'Ii th ir tei, t to cor."J::it larc~. y therein and thirteen .Pair o.f 1,ar. ts r, ·: the value 9_1 ;'$::10.. 00 qf t11e eood.s :;rnci ... cha tfels "'ot '"the ·said Ch sa,µeake "es tern Hail·t:ay .• a O rl)Ora tiOJ,: then beir :; , .fe lonio sl. did steal, tal<.e and car y il'7ay a..:;ains t he ciiu ··.reloriiousTy ..p~-~-::·._ai1~.:-~-~ -;~i ty of -~he (l,fj ail-2-.s-t-i./te-pr!([f:fra!Zd dt{fllity Of [/pon the evidenceof Go...~:or.w~alth-~i~~ ~v?. JJrf £~ _ _witness___swom in open Courtand sent to tl1e 0rand Jury to give evideace. ........ ..._......_, Clerk. i"r~~- ................................. tft-e--et7lmrt01ZttJ-ea;lHHJf //iq:;i-11.,i,a. A<?~.-/?...14k~_f.lyy_ ..1- ...tv--:,_ £,_ f.: ~/L Af.~ 1' . �-n 0 :::z ~ :,, l0 )> --i ;::o C rn CD r ! ,,,. .,_ :::- .., ... " ::: ::: ~ ,.:: -~ ~- -~ z 0 c=; ...., 3: m z...., "Tl 0 ;,o ► ~ ~ ~ ;::- ~· '-- � 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 1905 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George W. Harris Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Burglary Break and Enter Larceny Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_004_055 Chesapeake Western Railway Harris https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_003_002-commonwealth-v-george-w-bear.pdf 8907a4685905cdc06ed8534ec591ab50 PDF Text Text ��,. 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And yo~ced2=•on ···d::~mw, l~ on the examination tonching /l~ ......... day oL .....~ ..":" ................. .in Given under my hand and seal this .......... REGISTEO PRINT HAROISONBURG VA. ·······································'--·~··~~··~~ to apprehend •••• the the said offence. year/rf~... i- .. . ·-•~-{··········-·· J. p. [SF.A I,. J �C'nm m on u•prtlfl, ~ ArrestWarrant. ns. R~vecu,ted the V!J arresting within o,nd wwTant rZeli,veri,n_g the bod,y nf'..~ ...1¥,,..dl.(AIL.: ......... . $.$ ..~~~············· before .. n JI&stice of Iiockin_ghmn unrl . h!J Sl&m,monin_g t/1,e within nam,ed wifness11s /..5.:...d av I Cow1,tv i,n pel'son, tlds ftf.::tJ' of'_j~···..7 I ··········~·l~.d:?/4/4:c.g. .......... ,................ . 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Witness, JOSEPHS. .LL.. day of~ MESSER .... . . •. . LEY, Cla!~ of our said Court, at tlze Co11rt-l-fouse, tlze J90L., and ;,, th, Uoih y,ar of 1/,e Commonna/1/,. -······························ .....,..l~...... . ..................... , Clerk. Fonn 55-Berliu. ����~,zr~~ ~~r- ~, ?i ~ _._ ~ 4~;:-~ 7£, / 7,,/ -d ~, &"-'- -1,,. %/3_.e._,,/ a-".;? ~~ e-~;~ 7 '1 a,_, 1 ~ ~---,, G..~~~a,_~7~ ~ -s ~ ~ /~ /4)~~~;:i~~~-u:7~,, ~ ~ #U ~ cJ<-,u... /Po-aI ""f~.A~,,, ~~-c;~j 1 .,.____,,_. __,.___ ~ / 7/J µ d ~ : /4 ~·cr ~ ~~?-Y~~~~~r;- ~.~a,t, ~"J~~/21~~~ ~~ ~rh~~e-r1~~~ ~C)~f~ ~C<~ ~;z/20 ~ d-~,~~l~,4,~-z~-»%~ #c,..12_Q~~.c.. ~ ~~~ ~p~ ~ ~ ~ _,L-t.,<.,, , . ;t:"-<>-~?~~.,,n-=n~ ✓~~✓ ~~ d-e~ o-h-n-~J~_~cJV ..;,..~,,;n,:'--1-jZ ~~ ~ ~~~ / -Y?./~~~ p;,,L /'-½' ~ t,,.:;:,._~/ ~ ,=a 4'.",.,.., ,;-~ ~ ~~r ~~ ~~.1 ~~ 7 c/4- L ~ ~ ... ~ /- /~~~~j~~r . #e--~J~'\ /a--v'7~~ ~:re ~ !"8. ~/~~~~cf~~:;~ d~ - /~~4.- ~·f CJL,v) ~~ ~ ~ µr ~ ~~ .;,.__ ~ u....-n~, ~~ ~ "---~ ~-c__, ~ ~.~<vV ~oJ2_,q_ . ~C</Vl- 7~ ~- Jc-c;:rJ; ~/ ~ zf~ @4-1¼. ~~ ~tf,._~-;; ~ ���• • . . �Hurst's Standard Forms, Annotated. l 1N 0 f · 35· [Code, J Hurst & Compan), ! Pulaski City, Va Indictment. §§3989, 3999, -1000, -1on, 4045; Hurst's Guide & Manual, pp. 537 Ci), 540-5, 5-16, 617-18.) ·----- ____ , J10..lfl'.lf1: IJV J1HB C0D'.N'J7YC0URJ' OF SAJJJ C0u~VJ1Y: :l'hejurors of tlze Commonu·ealtlzof P'irginia, in a1zd for tl,e body of tlze Countu of' ......... . .......· ....--~ 1.AJ •.-(.A,~ ..,.,_v.- ~- ....... , . .. ... ................... , a;ld 1zoa·attending the said Court at its . . . term, ill tlzeyear J JlliJ...... , upon their oatlzspresent tlzat (,J. ~-"·············· against tl1epeare a!ld dignity of tlze Cc1mno1ucealtlz of f't/qi1zia. upon tlte ez-idenceof..... . ............. .. witness .. swol'llm ope!l rollrt a11dsellt to tl,e Omlld Jury to giz e evide!lre. 1 .. -· ... . , Cleric -····· -- �~ !.t )> ~ *' --i I ;:o C I ~ t' -~ 0 rn -r r ,j ~- ~ ~- ; ~ ,,--,"-- -~ • ,{v 2 0 n-l ' I (' .,,._ l· l ;, rn ,:_ I 3: m :z /' ~ ~ ~ C• J=' -l -n ;,:, 0 ► ' I I �TOTHESHERIFFOFROCKINGHAM COUNTY. The.following list if persons if t!te County if Rodiinglzanz, residing remote.from t!te place wlzere tlie offence is clzarged to lzave been committed, and in otlzer respects qualified to serve as Jurors, is furwlt~1y.:joztf1[jil talie tlze Venirernen summoned nished yW/rom J?J:J'~. trial if~.L,. . .. .t' ........ tJ. ... ......... . clzar,_r;edwitlt felony, da_vof 1/zU if II' L · ~ 1;;;vt .x 4 f3 fl_ ~,~llµ /)~ ::i__ ~ J,da----,~ nJ J<!l ~ i 1 ci)-!Jj~ ~ o }h v~~ .Ji il 11 ✓ ~ ,lj~ ;i,,Ji_~ . ~ }'.~ ,#- , if J;,'_'f'tJL t !!tlJJ.~~ 1+, .JL,,JL. {',, 0~ q_,/J- ' (l.dL-Jt;_ set LiteCounty 0,,,t,;,j~ bdnj[ //-, ~· jc!A& L .3nn, 1ftT/ ~~J Co-;(Jt:JCl"foza,d, gz,,7- a:; for t!te. by you to serve as Jurors upon tlze t ~ JL ~ ~ ~J- .Jl 1;- d (J:i"li~ _% -- ,/L ~ JL Jl Fonn 84-Berlin. ��~£Ti!:~ in~~ ~~=-~o~:: ~~~,~•:•~ "::•~~•d'':'~' And this~ f¥rit. . ~/~day ........shall in no wise omit, under the penalt_y <?l£100. Witness, JOSEPHS. of-..,.--r,._,,.....q~VL,. MESSER LEY, And have t/zen and tlzere this Clerk of our said Court, at the Court-House, the ............. ..r90/.-, and in tlze 12./411year o.f tlze Commonwealth. ·····························-······ ... ~.J.~.--·······-··-·, Clerk. Form 55-Berlin. ��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA. TO 'IHE SHERIFF OF EOC~=INGH.AJ),,[ j~L You are ltereby co1!lmanded lo s1111mwn ltam, to be tal<enfrom COUNTY -GEEEI'ING: persons of t!te counf_)1 of Rocking- a list fur;nis!ted by tlte .fttdg t ,if the· Com1(11 Court of Roc/dng!tam, residi11g remote from tlte place w!tere tlte offense is c/1arged Lo ltm e been committed, and qualified in all oilier 1 respects, to sen•e as .furors, to attend and appear before tlte Co11n£1'Court of Rocking/tam l/1e County Court House, 011lite bec:·t!tc iuJ. .• ~ ~ ;ff~• ~e r-- daJ1 0/·~J 0 Court n-ecri-; day of ll1e~J lt/tJ/ County, at r~oser1•cas.Jurorsupo11t!tctria/of <harxd ,,,ithfdmc,•. T .rlud t!tis tliey s/1all iu no ,t•ise omit, under tl,e penal£)' of .£100. And ltm•e tlteu and t/iere ll1e 11ames of said persons aud tl,is 11•rit. Wiium, .House. /lie~,.- KJ m=;H o/L.;~0 da_y <?l/lie Co11111101171•eall/1. , Clerk of our said Court, at !lie Court / qtJ/ , I~ aJ1d in !lie r:J..J ,-year of ��IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMONVtEALTH OFVIRGINIA, to appear before the Judge of the County Court of Rockingham o't{ock, a. m., on the ......J/..~day of t!i~······~ _j,.{,.._~ ·7,1-· r9oj,, ·····································~·····JJr lo /,;/ijy County, at the Court-House, at ro ~~ ;?) =·······:···· Court ~being o;;~~,::;:;, ~a~ of t!te.....:J.l... ,·oy m b,holf of th, Co,,,m=w,allh ogom,t ~ .............................................................................................................. .... Form 68--llerlin. �• ~--~----- e JJ~- L, it.(j)L-(M/ I I tl �IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMONVlfEALTH OFVIRGINIA, TO T:S::E S:S::ERIPP OP ROCKING:S::.8.:M: COUNTY---GREETING: ~~~L~- ~~I-;{-~/?:.~ &1-Jrl-,&1-,,, ... 710MA,Ji.cJ_l;7 ft~ J4M/fff v-l/h-,J~CJj;/; You are hereby commanded to summon ....fJCUXA.- ·-~ WfAA.A 1 g~.... .. . ..... . !.!.~.Jf ..lJ~ .................................... . to appear before the Judge o.f the County Court of Rockingham 'lt,,u,.......... ......... Gmrt,-;, f:.=·········day ef ihUl~.... to testify and ae trutlz to say I9O/.., ill Oil Cozmt_y, at the Court-House, on the bdng ii" ./J.,_'5.=dayef behalf of .. a certain matter ef controversy in our said Court, depending and undetermined between -·•···-·····/4···..fo.·fn(.J!.L.·~·.1AL~ ················································•·•··········•·········· Plaintiff, £-U.J, k /9 UAO ·····································-······························································································· Defe1tda11t. and ....... 4. ..-..... _s/tall in no wise omit, And this .... TVrit. Witness, JOSEPHS. MESSER under the pcnal{y of£ roo. LEY, And have then and tl1ere this C!cr,0 of our said Court, at the Court-1-fouse, tlze 1:orm 55-Berli11. ��·········································----··················--------···········•·••·········•············································································· to appear before the Judge of the County Court of Rocliinglzam Cozm[v, at the Court-House, on the .7-: day of tl"4-a~ I90/ .., to testify and i11 Gmrt!!L ze truth to say on behalf of ..~9. a certain matter of controversy in our said bdng ti" £,Jday ef!r4 ..Jk~ ................................. . ... Court, depending and undetermined between -·... ..:Jt;it:_· ....··-•---_----_-_--____ ----_-------D;:,:~: • i~--------..__ ef -······························· ..... A.i~ ................ , And this.... . . _____ shall in no wise omit, under the penalty of ,lroo. 1¥r£1. Witness, JOSEPHS. -_/.'l~- day MESSERLE And have tlzen and there this Y, Cler/~ of our said Court, at the Court-.House, the .J90L, and;,, th, &fly,ar th< c,,,,,,,,,,,,,,a/th Clerk . .Form 55-Berliu. �7 ) .. I I <.Ji/ �IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONV\IEALTH OFVIRGINIA, TO T:F.r:E S:F.r:ER7!'P You are hereby commanded to summon EOCE:ING:F.r:AM OP COuNTY;l-RiETING: -----~-j: __ ~------~-(J~; __ .:·¥·················-···· ·-······················································································ ······················-····-·O···············-····-·································--•·--·--······················· to appear before the Judge of the County Court ef Rockingham County, at the Court-House, at IO --L= __ day ef th~--·~~----··---:-···Court~ being the_:z,7-.-:__d? ef I90/., to testijy and r!J truth to sa_vw belwlf of the Commonwealth against o'clock, a. m., on flte .. -·~------·------(8 -··-····~og_{~.-·•-•···•·••··•-·······•···--·-·····•··············-·-·-······--·············---····················-·-··································· who ..stands ..charged. with. and indicted for_._.~··-----···------··-·-------·····----······---··-·-----··-···-··········-·······-·--···-··-·······---·- And this __ .._£.z·--·-··---_____ shall not omit under flze penalty vVitness, JOSEPH S. MESSER _!Li....day of-.~•--···················- . 0 LEY, ef £roo. Clerk of our said r90(.. Aud hm>et/ien and there this TVrit. Court, at t/1e Court-I-1ouse, the and in tlie 12.kJh year of t!te Commonwealth . ···················JJ~ ........... ,Ckrk. Form 68-llerlin. �t iirm(r~ ~ ~ ¼ hf," v '~ '-~ ~ ;. �to appear before the Judge ef the County Court o.f Rockingham L ...day ef th~.~~ County, at the Court-.F.louse, at ro ef f!es~:,.~::::::ra,~ o'clock, a. m., on the .. .. ······:···Court~• being tit~?-··=· d? to,a_,,,h,haifeftMC'm"''"w'" And tftis1 ................. sl1all not omit under the penalty ef £roo. And have t/1cu and there this TVrit. Fotm 68-lletlin. �. (i3 ~- ~J?-~~ &_di~tt (}~~ 1r: __ /~ 72_ �IN THE -AMEOFTHECO MONVlfEALTR OFVIRGINIA, to appear before the .fudge o.f the County Court o.fRocking-/tam County, at the Court-I-louse, at ro ~ ~ o' clocl~, a. m., on tl1e...-~.~······day of the ......;k.U..1.W... ............................... Court 11ext, being tlte....Jf. .....day -··#UL~ ...... ~ ~ 'l;.tt../. ..... , to testijy lnd the truth to saJ' in behaif o.fthe o.f Commonwealth against ........ fl~a-l .../J,LdCY .............................................................................. . I who stands charged witlt andindifled.for df..k.1 ........... s!tall not omit under And tl1is..... ...~..................... ................................................................................... . the peualty of ,lroo. And lzm:e then a11dthere this TVrit. vVitness, .JOSEPJ-I S .. MESSER LEY, Cleric o.f our said Court, at lite Court-1-fouse, tl1e ,_..1...Q. .......day o.f........,d ..1-.1.s..-r.. ............... ./':l.P..l ....... ,-tl±r) , and in tl1e r:LJtlt year o.f the Co111monwealtl1. J •······················✓-·-/22·,.ll.~.-t..M...~.-!cf...................... , Cler!~. l'orm 68-Ilcrliu. �' ) --..... t~~ C)~ �TOTHESHERIFFOFROCKINGHAM COUNTY. Tlze.following list qf persons ef t!te Counl_y o.f Rocking/tam, residing remote.from t!te place w!tere t!te offence is clzarged to !tave been co1m1tiitcd, and in other respt'ds qualified lo serve as .Jurors, is furnished y~, trial of for lite ~j from w!tic!t yozr;Jzall tal.:e the Veniremen summoned CL .jf A~ S . .. . . .. day qf tilt,;; 2-{J-~ ~J ~ 0' L ~ j~ . ~ 'IL.~ 9-.&..Jcl..±z ~I , charged ~ •;:::~" 11-;;;;:dng ''" ' riu cFj}-_d}L . 1f £)L~ b_yyou to serve as Jurors upon tlze V ~Jcl. wil!t felony, Term, d/ 0 I , : ~,j} m set eftile County ,j d I CL~~ O.fi-/i;/f;_ ~fu_/1~ JUl~ £Pt-~ I I# If-- ~~ J~rn_~ r;;).]VL~ J ~~ ~ Form 84-Berlin. ��• IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA. TO 'IF.I:E S:ECERIFF OF ROCx=ING::H:..8.J)I.[ J,k'yL Vou are !tereby commanded lo su111111on /tam, Lobe taken from remote from a lislfurnislied COUNTY-GREETING: q/ t!te persons q/ bJ' #re 7G1.a'.~·e ":f Lite County Court rozm£1' ef Rocking- Roc!.ingl1a11(, residi11g t!te place ,, /iere tl,e offense is r/1arged Lo lim-'e been committed, and qualified in all oilier 1 respects, to serve as Jurors, Loa/Lend and appear before t!te Cou11t_yCourt B°r~ day o/~ Ilic €..oun{J'Court J-/011se,on Ilic b,z""~ ~;_ day j q/ tliu q OI ' ~ ,._/'/r f ~ And t!tis Liu:_,, shall i11 no wise omit, under Ilic penal0, q/ Ror!.:ingliam ~ i-8-g- Co1111~v,al Court next, lo SCl'<'C as Jurors upon Ilic trial o/ r lim~[tcd ,uitli fc/01(1'. q/ ,lroo. And lia1•e Llien a11d there t!te 11a111es o/ said persons and this ,,,r,l, "'"""'l; m~q/g~ 'ffl:2,,J· House. Ilic day , Clerl-cqf our said Court, at tl,e Court and in Ilic I 2-.J~year of !lie Co111mom,eal//i. 1 Cler/.·. qf �l ~uvUAF~ (y> ~Lj/-~ _ ~;;~ �IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONVl[EALTH OFVIRGINIA, TO T::S::E S::S::E-rt'F OF You are hereby commanded to summon -~-'!.. AJ,✓.[ COUNTY---GREETING: EO~ING:ET __ .__ .f?J~--------------------------------------------------------·------------·· :,::::::la~~'~.w:~:;a:,;:::,,:~:;h~ ;/,;~· ~;;;;;;;;;;;;· Wituess, JOSEPHS. fll--_:day MESSERLEY, Cler!~ of our said o.f--.'--"--<-'-"~...,._"'-'------···----·--------------·-·· I90./... and in tlie Court, at the Court-1/ouse, /:2-611 year the of tlte Commonwealth. ······-···-···--------/J j~-----···--------, Clerk. ��'Fonn 68-Berliu. �~/Ar~ - -(!!)~,£ ~ l Jr I /, (}-;;I. ~Q_,/1,~ 13 n~~v t/J ~ l<J<l'liCIU-J ✓ ~-!)~ e,,.. tJ /JUt !/--k ~ I fL :;, I/ fl.A, ../- fYl,(A . y ~ // ~ ~ 0t. y' ~<./- ✓ ·~,__ ~-i p , '-I- I m~_,, 7-,170( �TOTHESHERIFFOFROCl{INGHAM COUNTY. Tlie following list efpersons ef tlie County of Rocldnglwm, residing remote.from tlte place wltere tlte offence is cltarged to ltave been committed, and in other respects qualified lo serve as .furors, is furrom uiltz"c/2 J'oir;jall trial of /01' 'UA./IA/'" L tal~e tile Veniremen summoned J1r,f~ t!te2} . b_yyou to serve as .furors upon Lite ~~ ..da_J1 qf tltd-4 .. . cltarged Term, r'1_ tJ/ with felonJ', set , efthe County fl,~~ of;;;Jc!.IL,_ f<l~ ~/. ; .. . ,( / 1,,,,,'. Form 84-Berlin. ��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA. TO 'T::H:E S::H:ERIFF You are /zereby commanded to su1m1wn l1am, to be taleen from remote from a list furuislied OF ROCKING-E:AJY.I: J. COVN'TY persons b_yMc /mi.~·e ef t/ze Com1(J' Court -GREETING-: o/ !lie counfv of Rockiug- q/ Rockinglia111, residiug t/ze place w!tere !lie offense is clzarged to lim.•e been committed, aud qualified in all oilier respects, to sen•e as Jurors, to atte11d aud appear before tlie Counfl' ~king/Jam ~ 2- J ,,.... daJ' ol ~ J- !lie Cozmty Court I louse, be;!!; !lie ~ L-:..Jf-/~• d~f-i-11e / 'Jtf / J/?Y ~ names o/ said q/ charged 71•1l/1fe/01~v. And lim•e !lie11 aud tliere !lie perso11s a11d this ,, •rit. WitnmJ; J~ '!2Jq/L~ d .Honse. tlie C'rmr-l-rre:IT{ to sen•e as Jurors upon Ilic trial Aud t!tis tlze__1 sliall iu no 7u1se omit, under !lie penal(J' qf J;roo. 1 Coun(1•, al da) 1 , Cieri.· o/ our said Court, at t/ze Court ~ and in tlze r2-0 year qf q/ !lie Co11n1101111•eall/i. Clerk. ��• IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMONVrEALTH OFVIRGINIA, ······································---············································································•···································································· ----··········----------···························----------·······.......................... ------··· ..·················----···-····················-·······························-········-········· lo appear before the Judge ef lite County Court o.f Roc/dngltam Cozm£v, at ilze Court.House, on the .u ..~.. JJ.~ ..................../.+,,.~ .. day ef t!te..... I90 Court 7l:t, being tlze l.., to testify and tlze trzd!t to say 011 be!taif ~~.'k.#.,.J..~ ......................................... :. ef ... erfain matter o.f controversy in our said and.... __ day qf.J~~··················· Court, depending and undetermined ::;;:L,__ _ -_ .............................. D;~~:: And this .. ... ·- ···-···sl1allin no wise omit, under tlie penalt.Y of £100. TVrit. between Witness, JOSEPHS. ..../..:?.f. ..~...day qf ..... MESSERLEY, And lzave tlzen and there tlzis Clerk of our said Court, at tlze Court ..House, the !l!.J.~............................... -······································ ..£~ .............. , ..T90/. .., and iu ilze I flliyear of the Com11tonwealtl1. Clerf:. Form 55-Berlill. ��INTHENAME OFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA, TO THE You are hereby Mmm.,nded SHER~_::znCKINGHAM to ,un,,n,oa ....... ·- d~ COUNTY---GREETING: ..&,,LJJ_.f/£:l&! ..:. to appear before the Jndj,e of the Co1t11ty CoLirt of Rocki,nghcim, Cminty, at the Court-House, J,:r_U~ ____ __ -------------------------------------6 ,iexh, beinq thf' _;2_~=------day of ---------~---------------------------________ lf V/ show cause if any 4--------can, _4____ should IYFl:rike __ C-,n1;1 why 4~ ~' not be fined ~nd attachecl for _______________________ contem,pt to iis ~ffererl, in failing Court at th<,,,~ a . . Tenn, 1-t, a, tottttend a uo>nes, on behalf of the said 7,,,_j{_. L ..d... _____ ~~---------·················------------····-·····--·- �aL J2L, 0'1A)fiQdii. . .JGUJ+ JJJ.OIV~ �IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA, ············•····································---- lo appear before the Judge ,--- ---------····••·•·······································································•·····-•········ of t/ie County Court of Rocking/tam County, at the Court-House, on the ,- ¾.~················· fk.r.. ... ~"ay of.... ~ ~·········· 0 /. .., to testify and the truth to say on behalf of .....L .. ..J,t .../j ..~ ................................... . ./e .......... day ~ thtU ... I9" Court~. in a certain matter of controversy in our said -····-·-·~~1.,v,~~ being t!te .. Court, depending and undetermined between -······-······················································································---Plciintijf, h.A.d.....Y.b., .... and ...... _fJa.&.:-'1<-1-;:. ................_____ ...._....................................... -........................... Defendant. ,....._ And this ..:-k.!YM,--····-shallin no wise omit, under the penalty of.£ roo. And have tlzen and there this Writ. Witness, JOSEPHS. ..Pt.= .. day of. ..... ~~-• MESSERLEY, ........... Clerlt of our said Court, at the Court-House,·lhe .I90./._, and in the I of tlte Commonwealth. -tlthyear - ;..d>m~Lr----, -~ CM. ~----- - Form 55-Berlin. ��------································································---- -----·········-··············-···················································--·-· --·----·-·-····-··--····--·-···-·••·--··-·······------------------------------------------·-------------·-----·---------·--------------------·----·-·---------· ef tjie to appear before tlie Judge County Court o_f Rockingham County, at the Court-House, on the «A~------- ______ ..___ -z1ay--o:1,------------------··--·-·-----·-·-·--···-··--· and the truth to say on behalf ef---~-¥.f-L ....i.-:O::J.;;J_~··-···--··-···-·······················-···-··----- ------------------<Nl)UJ:f-w_____ ____ ~ ..., to testify in a certain matter ef 2 -····~C/IA-.j# and ~ing--t/u.. in our said ___ .._.......... - Court, depending and undetermined between ··························-···-·-····---····-··-·····················--Plaintiff, ·~T(klv---:13-.......... -..····------· ···················································· Dejendant. And t/zistl_'f-_··-shall l¥rit. in no wise omit, under the penalty ~_/£ roo. Witness, JOSEPHS. _.1=:.1 ..~day ef--~-···---- 0 MESSERLEY, Clerk ef ---------··-··--__r90..!.._,and And have then and there this our said Court, at the Court-House, the in t/1e rL&tiyear ef the Commonwealth. --······-···-······-··-··-··------·-t~ ... _... _, Clerk. Form 55-Berlin. ��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH OFVIRGI IA, in a certain matter of controversy in our said Court, depending and ,undetermined between Plaintiff, -··JC...--~.l.~~····•································································································-··- ::!4~1:;;:::::~::;;,-,-,,-u:-ic_r_t_!i_e_p_e_n:;;:·:; TVril. r····......._ /j__Jim~ Witness, JOSEPl-f . ./fr ~ day ef. S. MESSERLE Y-; Clerk of our said Court, at t!ie Court-I-louse, tl1e J 90 / ...., and in I;,, '~ ru,)'COY ef 1/w CMmnonue,a//1,. ~ __, Clerk. Funn 55-ller!iu. �1. .c.d ;, \. '- -,~ ,, ,, J:,t ~6,.."' )''.c~~C)')."'\ ~i L / r < T I._;-!> /, • , ~ _::,._• •.._ I ,i , , ,r-.,~ ~ , ,., _u AT,\/ I, !> ,{ , ► tc 11 l ,, (.,,J.p,_ , uf f /1..f c~ "'- C ~, lt_0 ,5 £4""1"1,"\ l fu'1 (u-.• ""- .,.,,,/ eJ l..,,...li /, 'r f (.,.,~,,.e '. '1 h r \c -•..C'u L /, ;, .~l,,f--1t,l t ,~ '>~.,~i!/ I l'U. l u ~ .. ..., t ::l _., # S ►l 5',r\!:,, ;,L•', l-t. £"'fl<{« lu {""• I ; ' J.r ;J/r ,-ur~<'I 1, , ,. ~ /.,-,, 1, •~ )£ 'i, ~ , l , • ; , , ef3ei. ~~ �• i.fNTHENAMEOFTHECOMMONV\l"EALTH OFVIRGINIA, TO THE ,::-:p ROCXING-HAlv.I: SHERIFF Y ,m ar, l,mby wmmaaded to mmmoa COUN·I'Y---G-REETING-: ..rfI1.~A."""""'.f;;;.J ·~·······[t-~ ··································································----······························································•··•·············································· ··-·····-·--·-··-·-···-·--·-·············------·········..··············----·--------------····· to appear before t!te Judge ___ I90 (.. , ~~ ef t!te Uci~ ............ .... "~~ ..,d ...a":,Jlf--' .... r_p,,. !'fl ··········-------------····-···-··-···-·········----····················-··------------ County Court o.l Roc!.:h~r;-ftamCozmfv, at tlte Court-House,~ Gm, f testify and lite trut!t to say on be!taif 1jt a certain ma er ef £cc~ ....day of foug the ... o.l---·~--,~-tt-_ __ rf~··· - ... ftJ.~---·············································· controversy in our said Court, depending and undetermined between ::;_&J:tt:::::d1C_:·•······ ······ ~::~~ D;:,:::: And t!tis..~ T¥rit. r .....s!tall in no wise omit, ~mder -t!te penalty qf ,l roo. And !iave t!1en and tltere fliis of--,~ ..... . ........ .):.,62 ... m~.~ ........................ -.., Witness, JOSEPHS. . .cP::k .......day MESSER LEY, Ckd q/ our said Court, at tlte Court-House, t!1e ...I90_/.. .., and in f!te r.>-J.tltyear o.l L/1eCommon,e•ea!Llz . Cler,~. -- ~~ Form 55-Ut:rlit:. �• �I IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONViEALTH OFVIRGINIA, 1•0111155-Berlrn. ��• IN THENAMEOFTHEOOMMON\LVEALTH OFVIRGI A. TO 'T:H:E S:H:ERIFF OF ROCXING:H:..8..:N.I: ' You are l1ereby commanded to summon /iam, to be taken from remote from a list furnis/ied by t/ie .Ju rig t o/ lite COUNTY q/ tlie persons -GREETING: count_;, of Roclciul{- County Court of Rocldn!(/iam, residing t/1eplace wltere the offense is clzarged to /Jave been committed, and qualified in all other respects, to serve as .furors, to attend and appear be.fore t!te Counu t!,e CountJ1 Court House, {Hf:--/-}re dtt) o/ lhe ),.,. · Rocking/Jam CountJ,, at .... Ctm, { 1>cd, to serz•e as jurors upon the trial qf r-8-l) cl1a1:r;-ed 1r,itli.fe/011_1 1• Aud this t/iq shall in no wise omit, under the penal/._) of 1 £ 100. And liaz•e then and there tlie ua111esqf said persons and this 1,•rit. T1Vitness, Home, the -1 J ~ day ql ~~ , Clerk qf our said Court, at t!te Court _r- and in t/ie I Z... J year qf of 11,e Cou1111omr•ealtli. Cler!.·. �t ~JyVUflMAr~ @ f'~ ~ f°d ~h ~L4!Lv rf . ~ .r ~ ~ ~ ~t I ~tl,.d- -~ t �TOTHESHERIFFOFROCKINGHAM COUNTY. Tlte following list(!/ persons ef t!te Coun{v ef Rod.:inglia.111,residing remote from Lite place wlzere t!te offence is c!targed to ltave been committed, and in other respfC!s qualified lo serve as Jurors, is furnislted yoqfrom trial (!/ ~ for Lit~ 0~ wlticlt Yf;5 slzall talte tlte Veniremen summoned Q.., #--/~ da_vof tltio C'f:;rt:f th, Co'/t,ly af_oma;d, b,;ns ll,r J-;/J. Ji,~ b_vyou Lo sen1e as Jurors upon t!te . J-~ ~ cltm:t5 ed wit!t .felouy, set Term, da ,, ~ rf 6 I , if !lie County ., 'f O l ~~~ Fonn 84-Berlin. . �� 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 1900 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George W. Bear Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony seduction. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Seduction Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_003_002 Bear Monger https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_006_168-commonwealth-v-george-mcdonaldson.pdf 2fbe27c9c1f9a75d7dba4e1cf174509f PDF Text Text • •• ' State of Virginia. 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I ii P- l;"r •·C<-ii.W, Ju futthu d pi t ~,. t:n t~ :.h.s· ,, I \ii:, nn .,11,11-.lthen 1 mil 1h, r 1 i,1.inJl:,frtmno1, ..I, fu -ito:.11 t:.1.kc1111,l -.·a.1tf-~wo.). ..\wl o ......,o,Jt.h , I the: 1!'CJOd,,,• I cit-:td!! I I\ 11 er: 1 ,h,:nfty tj tlu f( (Irll!t ·r1i::.•1, l, 111,..f, ,,r 1hr,u t.:.hllHIWll\q•.1hh ,~ 11ur:,i ;,l ;m•l 1 L l'r il!':l,nl, ,,I \'1r~hu,~. 1111 rhe- ti' 11' 1 1nt1:'H/ /IA--,~ ~ tI cim .. n\ w•tms, I ( •• • ..... �• • •• ' • • • • l ' � 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 1910 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George McDonaldson Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Burglary Break and Enter Larceny Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_006_168 McDonaldson https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_097-commonwealth-v-george-mccay.pdf 5446c9696ae5f26eb5fbb8ac9c19ab01 PDF Text Text ,____ .4... ~--~,f--~ ��0) ~ fl 7YL3=-fu~ JJ.;Jr[,IJ-vv-J,,.-L ½c_/J~ !.Jl.~ 1)./4_, ~J aJc-£-~ J. ~.IJ~~:;Lvta4 U,. (J.u7" H- £1~ ft.[}~. JJ-.ft vt-,, //~~~~~ , ��1. The court attempt instructs to commit rape an intention petration jury the prisoner intercourse with tl1at the prisoner clesire,only ersuasion Hirston's should iiffl ,they Case of force become And even if . or of the yet intend must find if in the per- ecesaary jury to over- believe with a desire the prosecutrix, of an to use :force the prosecutrix did not the charge r.ll.lst be evidence , 1:f it victim. approached to sustain o:f the offender of the offense o:f his tl1a t , there on the part come the will ual the t11e the to use force that to have sexjury believe to gratify lli not guilty the prisoner 97Va. 756 2. The court further is not to be inferred guilt the jury instructs be~ause that the facts but they must be inconsistent Hairston•s The courts instructs guilty o:f an attempt intent and a direct Case the with 97 Va. jury that Glorer's are consistent his innocence. in order act there to find wi tl1 l1is the p;~~gner must be present toward Cae 86 Va. 382. 4. of the prisoner 756 to commit rape ineffectual the guilt its commission. the �r • �r • 4. The court instructs the jury and closely must be carefully the guilt and condition prisoner , they ~ of the prosecutrix; the attendant consider that acts to commit this male o:f good and virtuous to establish of dissolute character if guilt character if crime tl1e character on the part that it don circumstances in determining ; that which would be ample to show- and pu.rpose cient all scrttinized tl1e prisoner of that was the of the attempt in reference to a fe- , \1ould be v1holly insu:ffi- they ere acts done to a female or easy virtue. 5. The court circumstances prisoner further work on the passions if the prisoner he had expected he desired HI/ that that and if all th.e surrounding they believe to ravish the prisoner of the prosecutrix that the the prosecutrix simply intended to and to over come her virtue desisted when he found. her more unyielding when and he might have accomplishdd his purpose to use force , they must find to cor:imit rape of an attempt into to atter.1pt , but her will and that the jury mttst be inquired did not i:'.1tend against than instructs the prisoner not guilty . 6. The court instructs the jury that upon the trial of a crio.inal case by a jury , the law contemplates the concurrence of twelve minds in the concluaion of guilt before a conviction can be had .Each individual juror must be satis:fied beyond a reasonable doubt of' the he can under his oath consent to a verdict d.fendant•s guilt before should feel the responsibility resting upon of' guilty .Bach juror him as a member of the jury and should realize that his mm □ ind t nru.st be convinced beyond a reasonable doubt of the defendant's guil before he can consent to a verdict of guilty. Therefore if any individual member of the jury a:fter having duly considered all of the evidence in this case jurors should entertain guilt . it simply because victions. is his 11nd after consultation l:l#t//ireasonable doubt duty not t.he balance to surrender of the jury his entertain with his :fellow of' the defendants own convictions dif'ferent con- �r �C ���• ' 1 �... ���I J I I / '4 --------~--- / �State of Virginia, Rockingham County, to=wit: <S......~ In the Cettnty-Court of the said County: The Jurors of the Commonwealth . attending of Virginia, in and for the body of the County of Rockin . the,.said Court, UPON THEIR OATH PRESENT, that _____ ham, and now ~~--~---c------cJc__ ~ ___ "4 on the ~- / ~ - ~ , ~ I~ -na---=..µJ.l~..lil,l,l,.;.Q.~ile-lQ.l,l,l~.uJ.:~1.Qi;~~-'+~~ . l." , . . I < 1:- ..~· . - ,, .' Alil2 tl~s Jan!ln, s,Jiei!'e:'laiel., ttpo11 thci!' es,tk on the ____ day of ____________ called a ___________ ,,___ , in the year 189 , in the said County, a certain outhouse , the property ot~me _______________ not adjoining to or occupied with the dwelling-h~se _ of the said ____________ _ ,I there situated, in the day time of that day feloniously did break and enter, with intent of the said _________________ take and carry away. in the said outhouse then and there And ______________________ ,,,______________ of the goods and chattels of the said ________ _,_______________ _ in the said outhouse, then and tl1ere being found, then and there feloniously c · steal, take and carry away, against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. . And the Jur rrs aforesaid, upon their oath aforesaid, do further present, that ~ __________________ _, ____ in the said Connty, a certain outhouse, , on the ____ day of________ _________ ~ --------------~-----' , the property , in the year 189 of one ________ _ not adjoining to or occupied with the dwelling house of the said -------------.,-~=~------' there sit11ated, in the night time of that clay feloniously did 1e same, with intent the goods and chattels ________ of the said ____________ _ , __ in the said outhouse then and there being, feloniously to steal, take and carry away. And l ________________________ in the said outhouse against dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. This indictment is found on the testimony of _________________________ witness the peace and _ sworn in Court and sent before the Grand J nry to give evidence. �. ' r • I ,\\' \w· I ' ' ii' ?· N ~ Cl ' r~ ?l ~. r-S~ '~ f ' r-~ _J- 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 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 1907 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George McCay Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony rape. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Rape Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_004_097 McCay https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_006_166-commonwealth-v-george-madden.pdf 09fccd464eb484daa6125b253bea3c89 PDF Text Text •• •• • CoM-"'''"''~"'-'" OP Vn.,,&J-;u, R1~11,r ',111 \'C CorXT\~, l J TIJ•\I. IT· T• JI • - C't)mpli1111t ,rn,I inform:ntion cm oul I, he-toreme, ~ J 11Ju11ticc,of tbe said t>111>11t)', that ,~ ......4-... 4,,/' .. ,_ ,..~ /I HK1.-< ,___"lL iCa-- ~ -1~,,[... • r ~ ><~-- d «.....,. ' to •~\\ti:J "L 111~ illd comp!ainl, 11u1I111I~ C1triher d1::th \\·Ill• urcordlng ,~~-- 1ii ll1w, \nd )'Uu ilfC requfrhl to 11ummon �•• •• • ... ,, hlii ,. • ,,,-r, I h ' I " • ' t �•• • ,·• \ Comnton,vealth of Virginia, COU:0-TY OF ROCKIC\OH~'1. To-wit: IN TIIC CIRCVIT COURT OF S1\ID COl1:~T\': 'fhc inn 1 i•f 1fo• Comlll(lOWC.'l]Lb • l \'irb"lrua. in :\111](1,1 Iii<- 1,,,dy vi 1h,! ('<>tmh ,,t Rt,d,;m~ha.m. /d}~L .. <&-~..., --~. ,,u It!..:... t, .terr- �•• '-l .,.,. • \3 ' ~ '\ ~ -.J ..... " ....... " ~ ~ F' : }r . (l ~ . ~)> ~~ .. 03 ~ "' ::l ~ t! (~I r ~ rF f ~ J ( ) ~ ~ ~ "" .;:r... . cl -.....1' } • 3 0 f �• Co1n111011,vealthof Virginia, COL'l\'TY OF R<ICKl:-:Ol1A,,\, Tl' "it: 11' TIie CIRCUIT C1)UKT OF SAID cou:-. f\: apoa. thcir l G;11t - tilt 1,nn:i • ll :.., ) , on l (,J/ ·~ that. \ 1 rl. b ' • V 767.//~#,v H-e,AL,o. ...,_, 0 O 1. 1 1 ~ 1 l c, w... c-cc Cl<TI. �•• . •• • s- ~ "" I;) ~ \?5 c:: \.> ~ --..J f-' \ l A. ~ t J ~ . ~ ' ;.fl "' ~ )> ~ -I .lJ :I ~ "'m- .: r ' ~ (l> 0 !Tl r --_"' Q :::r C, C .,, ~ 3 3 0 \ "' "' :-l \ • � 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 1910 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George Madden Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony attempted murder. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Attempted Murder Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_006_166 Falls Jackson Madden https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_008_255-commonwealth-v-george-layman.pdf 89c6b0200c9864ef5112f69c62e349b4 PDF Text Text In 1he Name ol che Commonwc11Jth of Vlrginin: To 111-oSht:rifJ of Rnock111,M_l111n County, Creetln;r. r: .. 1.'Wlo..,f,.,y_{ -e l,:r l, •~.,1, ,;::r~ Ii 'l'f)r ir li,.f,,r,i Jlir .fu,f!fP uj' 1/;r l't'rt'"li llrt.rf~, l18lf'lftt/(/ 'rf.,.4-,,, J,1,1fJli ,,r,,1 ti,, trutJ1 f'llllrl 111.o"II" lo "'ff;,, ''f.../lm•l..11,jlmm d♦ry f ~I l,,.}1 rlf11f ""7 - 1 rtrl1r"lt~l :.A/t•.L lht< l'm1111t1,11ul'1Jftlt l,rfi,,,. ❖,u·i"f'I "'I ~-II, •ltu( fr,r Jtl111ty w1w -"l-1111.•I II rhr•rfr,t 11 .Int( tl;l.t ('. ,,n~y. ,,/ //;., ('mid fl 1~2 tl1r (Jr{lrHl Jur,r mi ~dnur1r.1111r 11h•t/ln,,f hl,~lt ,,,,dt•t• l11r pr,w}t11 of' £/(!(I '"' t/1,r, th , IJ"'I"' 1171,r,r • I/ d,,!I 1,f ./_ P Jl/ ..-lCFNll'/1 ,: /).,, ' - /" 111' (7,,J. , J{l;J.¥, r•l mo· 011ir/ ,·mo/. 11/ ,,,,,, i11 (I,,.J_; (>' 1/1flN"'II/ _Jy i, .. ~/~-~- ti,, C,mrl //,,r,,.,, Jl1r ,T,,i (',mu1•M1tr'f'nllli ,.,,,.,. �\ -<; .,.,..,,.._, Ji-:-1/fr J(,J~ , dirl �CO~!l ••n:::u:.. ..~ OF Y1iiC!5t.~. cna ":!. ot roe"':!:~ -1!, t.0-•1 t: 1nt:J j1.1Xort1ot t.hu Cor.ir.uoD•ua..t..h oi \'1 tgJ.n!i:. in t-m1 tor bOrJY 01 ~Jl'" i. l ter.LJ. 1~24. on t.hc 2let clCG 02 a Jcsepn ;;uJrgo ur,on t.hu..r 01 Januar..,, Lu..;a,n iolanloaal 1a.711.1a11 while crn...... awtul r ai4G-ao t..!Ji 'JJ'i!...wfa.1 lir. ~~ ~.u·n over, Jcs.tih thoir J &l'p}'I ~ins O! 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"• .... ... .... f. ::,- ;,,. 0 ., ... . t' ~ ~ ~ ~ "a "' ,... ~ ..... >· _,. .. 0 "' ... 0 ts "' 0 E 0 t'lf t'a e- < • {1 l ' ~ f; " .,.. .. " ,. 0 '=1 ~; •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 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 1924 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George Layman Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony involuntary manslaughter. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Manslaughter Involuntary Manslaughter Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_008_255 Laym https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_074-commonwealth-v-george-lam.pdf 390c550f0815bb324a3a2133dcdabe3a PDF Text Text r Hurst's Standard Forms, Annotated. lN f 1 0 · 35· [Code, J Hurst & Company, l Pulaski City, Va. Indictment. §§3989, 3999, 4000, 40II, 4045; Hurst's Guide & Manual, pp. 537 (3),·540-5, 546, 617-18.) ,Oft\U\011\W\~alt~ rof Ti1tgiqia, • OO[l}f'J'Y OJi'~..,,_:/;,._······-······-······················· ····----' T0-PF7'I': IN THE C.OlC}lTY C07/.RJ7 OF SAID CO[J.AlTY: rzgai1Zst tl1epeaceand dig77ityof tile Ccmmo!Zwealtlz of ril:qtjzia. ... lJ;;;::::tl}l~9Jl:::i: •.• ~•• ~~~ ... ... . . . ..... .... . ............... witness.. swom in ope!l Co{lrta77dsent to tile (}randJury to give evide!lce. �I • \ '-... ~ , ........, I ,... == :r. ,.3 ► -I . f\ I' ~ . .C;_ 0 0 ~ ;::a t ">-,,,- ;: :,: CD rr :~ -~ C rn ~ rJ z 0 i=i ..., 3: m ..., 2 './, ~ - """' ~ ~· ,-,- "Tl C ;,::, > ::, ::, ,..,.... �.. - , .,( ,I '/. ,1 t " - ,., ., /,' . �.... f ..... r ~ \. ~ s ~ i ~ -- r �����r • Hurst's Standard Forms, Annotated. lN f 1 o. [Code, Hurst l Pulaski Indictment. 35. §§3989, 3999, .1000, 4011, 4045; Hurst's Guide & Manual, & Company, City, Va pp. 537 (3), 540-5, 5-l6, 617-18.] -~(O>ft\fl\(0>1Jl'V~~a11.t~ of Ti1tgi1\ia, T0-1FIJ1: £__..-~........................................... . CO[I.NTY OJ?__ . ------ .... ···········-' 21/ze jurors of tlze Commonu:ealtlz of F'irgillia,in a1zd for tlze body of tlze Coa11tyo/ ..L~~ ....................................... , ~11dnou·attending tile said Courtat its ...S~~tember /I ~_; ;·~ .. .:[cJ.c.cibT. Lan f term, i1ztlzeyear iCfl/6 ', upolltlzeir oatlzspresent t!zat --, I ~- ;_- I \ , ill tlzeyear 1_f.t7 ft _ , ill tlzesaid County, ··.he._then being· a Cons't;,able · of'. said· County and-then ,,. I'! 1 ~_-due ,Process· ...o-r la.}'!.having 1t.. of .. arrest. of. ...aJYarra t11' his-~custudy on~ lawfully and by_ .r ,' , Wade -H .Yfood.-bY·virt.u..e. is.!'.med .bY D,R.. Bear<:l a JustiCE;J of_ s13,:ld. ...Q_oµnty, and under J.'tllic.h warrant said Jacob- T .Lam constal,)le as .aforesaid had __ElT.~_$._$i;,e<:1. __$?,i,q._ ..W~_d.$. ...H .Ylooc:1. ..in said. __Qoun t y_ QIL $?-:Ld _31.~t .. ci.?,y__ 9:f'__c:T~J.J 1:_ ___ ~11:esaid 1006, uhi~J:1 sai(:l _yr1:1r __ a~_t charged ...the .. 28th .. day .. o:f ..July .19.06, ....i.nsulted -ho1d said Stella of--her--body for per_f,,Qn__ on ttsl. public Constable .. . ·••· by indecent the purpose high Ymy; .......... i'lood YI_t:1s ~ntitl~d in said .Count.y. wiltul2..Y Griffit;h as aforesaid.did .. and noreover aftervard County_aforesaid,f.eloniously ~to l(i t, and before :frg_m the _on the 31st and voluntari the J.T.Lam . . . said . Wade H • of said s.nd..out. o.f .t.h.1?_Qµ~_t..9d.:Y.. _ as aforesaid agaz°Jzst the peare and dig11ityof tlze Ccmmo!ltoealtlz of Vimillia. [JjJontlze evidenceof ....... J ...N.•.Swank, .. R.•.E •.Pug.h.,D ..A. Beard, James Wood .._wit1Zess__swam z1zope1z Courtand sent to tlle GralldJury to give evideace. J.T.Lam :1Y suff~:i:- _a11_<1._ P.~:r:I!1~-~-~-he of him the Constable said her ..... day of J1.qy __ _:LGQ_E> __ ,_i_r.i-~11€.3 .at large. J.T.Lan . ustody .s.a.id. Ilade. H.Wood .t.o e.scape ...and..eo said .and by taking assaulting the on and. f'el.o.nious.lY proposal -of c:riminally t_o be d_ischarL;ed ......c.onst.able ...e.s afo.r.esaid Wade_H._,Y._'?._c:>d with having �r • ~ 0 )> ~ -I ;::o C rn CD r r '>- -,· ..., "> ~ "" • . -~ 0 ·" f ,$ - :r. i I' =i 0 J: :~ ,,---"-- -~ ;\ z 0 n -; 3: m z-; "Tl 0 ;;,:, > ~ lo- ~ .=' /. "' "' � 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 1906 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George Lam Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony attempted murder. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Attempted Murder Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_004_074 Lam Mowberry https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_007_224-commonwealth-v-george-lam.pdf 5e77c6ccd8a1353f25c5cf1c13117fab PDF Text Text DOCllET NO. - j FILE NO. --~--------- vs tNo~a.~~~1-- -- = '--£~~ ------ ---- ____ __,_ .. - FINAL _,_ J. .., ORDER PROCEEDINGS ----------- --- CIRCUITCOURT,ROCKINOHAM CO~VA. �UJti,b t~, ._s. t (J / J. 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"' C co ~ ' • � 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 1920 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George Lam Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor cohabitation. Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Cohabitation Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_007_224 Lam Roach https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_010_312-commonwealth-v-george-cave.pdf dbfcf65e33f359e656e0be1980a4b9eb PDF Text Text .. •• •• • • y 1: Wl l . 8 0 I i wl l ~ C ; 1 • C t tl'i 0. 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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/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1929 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George Cave Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony murder. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Murder Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_010_312 Cave Lucas McDonald https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_006_171-commonwealth-v-george-a-stroop.pdf e95e8e8cb3ec497168add289ef914778 PDF Text Text - �• •4-,,._. t /Y• L ~----, I ~L I l J t o r I.( 1- 1~ '-I.,_" 4o...;',,,"- /.. 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I , • J. .J • n.•l , 0 • ��- - .. Con11non,vealth of Virginia, C()UNTY OF ROCKINOIIAM, To•wil: 1:--1THF. Cll~CUIT COURT OF SAID COUNTY: .... ... ,.. .. Clcri.. �~ 3 3 )> 0 :, " jC ITl m r r 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 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 1910 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. George A. Stroop Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony rape. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Rape Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_006_171 Lokey Stroop https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_005_114-commonwealth-v-gt-davis.pdf cb61077b8dfd5ea4fd24d9d2dea0add0 PDF Text Text 3 _ko 5 ,/s;YO s-10 ( t>,tJL> 1- '{. (!) ~,~ ~ 4,/b ��r • To The Cor.ll ·o ', al th To :a .. un 1 ·~o"?,"1 ~net yo . i ......}• 1•1 ... r ,·ou~.1.' t'!ot·nt .. . J ,. • Rock1n ,h. r~ ounty. 01; ou 1.,Lnt . .. , • tr..~ ·1 . tnkc ...... ,:-:-cetiL : ..:/)-_{lA(U_, ___ _ n ...Lo Ju 1 r"' o ... t .. ~. -~11•ou1t Cou·•t of Rook1ngh r. Coun be.for, ·ther Sh, t} '1rc.:g1:, O!' or in ioto . o -· And of our a 1 !18V. n tl.:m court. at i, u ,d th n, co r o · rt •11n !indeno l"'• tli \'lrit. Witn Hou. c ix r~a xx th .at the Cou:rt no.r w·1 r...,of h :H3 D.H.Loo 18th d"' ot H rtz,Cl or 1' !' d :rk. h. in �Executed, March 18, 1908, by arresting the within-named G. Thomas Davis, and bringing his body before the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockingham County. ___ (2~'1-~~=--- ' t ,,~ @ r ~~ t ~ I-. -.,,. f, ~>~ ~ r.: I;\ �f • • 00 :::.. !..':'h f"J~ VI.RGI IA VS: ~. J. CARIC HOFF T.A.DAVIS, DR. TO SH RIFF: ------------------------------------------------------------------. ar • 18, ' 18, II 1· ' " .e~"- 30, To ll s lf, 9 . it.. II ~ -..., av fo ~(), 1 -, 5 1-0 mils ( .04 1 ; s ::;, Grc.n 4. , .~ ,d., " + I'l'1 .rury, J.. 0 1 £ A).~d JJ.;_;.-1,' Jo-:.., %_/f,tq, ..W4trit I 17-;;:~~ . .8 1.60 ��r • �r • �r • �r • "' ..__ I I 1 I �f • �r • .. • ;t �r • �T , • ... . II " .. '\ / �T • CC .MOHV Ji;A,LTH OF V IRG U IA, cou y OF ROCKIU GHA.. , 'l'o-wi t: IN TH •• I., The jurors vr t,he of' the LRCT.,;F"I C0 1 ID COUNTY: inia, Co:c-.:::om:eal t11 of Vir of Rock.in ha.n:, and no11 attending ounty Davia, bet, een the day o J ...,.iary, in ~e year the ..,.,v. e of Vir 6 inia in.., licensed by day o Rt. about. t,hree in iay, tlle he the 1908, the said year 1907, said c.· :in and 1·or tht' b court at its that G., T. and the 1st .• ~i::- oa,11.-.. present on is .il_ery s RT CF t1en be- G. T. Davi as a didt~ .... ,':T ot ,:-~"l~. r ~. 4'.. s~ di,,o~ ~ .. ..;_.;_ ~Eas ·~ of' :Dakton in sairi county c.1rl cell ~iles -,i /\-. brandy quantit n los"' r t.hfl !':laid G. ~. navis v1r~~ i o ,han ne ual then and there not o do against "O the n to one J. Fox Bau.~he , he hav ng lice pea~ c::-. t.he st.ate 1 .... and dignity of the Ccn:::cn- wealtn.r,~ And t e grand jurors furt.he p~asent and t.h 1st o.f Vir toneburger tl en an Davis not • al d ;jurors i~,.,t~1.erpresent yea 1907, and as a ,::i~til tiles not ler f .ast. JJindan:ood then that o.f l!:llt:to less than nf ore ai 0 G. 'l'. Davis, ,he 14th being G. T •. 1avis East dav lice s"' of brandy ,lkton did M i rh 1, in said I at said in a auantit°J,r le..,G th"l.1 and ther peace having license and digni agai.."lSt tho witness dence. sworn in open 1 I licensed vourt t. r between t.hat t,jJ:-.e .i : said i:i .. ~ 7/4..~ day or Uav, in the he the :Jaid 1908, t.he c,t, te o Vi'r ~ "' G. T. a.fo.,..e . n_, LO oaths lot ~e \..t;~ dis ,i.l :.er/ a ,o-:.:·t c~O..~m- • .Jell r:md.y to one one- _:allon hA th se.id ni .mVi .. F. T. Davis G. / •allf!llffl'~~tat.e o of the an" the a+_ c::iU.(.:.Qt,"t of v1~ 7 nia a:r::::-.on,,ea· t.hei:' county a , ~ , he the in the year .• 1., to onti ,._ o~ the state , upon is _ri did sell a. ~a lo and dig .i ty o.f the 0 t e he t en being 1907, tner · .. avi.116 lic{ms so to do a ~in'1 , tiu, peace Ai do '3!3.1."l "'0 1 mty 'wt. ,Sow.-.( ~f/' t>J..0~ in q~tantity brandy ca ,hs aforesaid, a d.1.s+:i1 2.e1 of b ~ ,~u =.iles tlire~ tlle. year in a 1r.1a ahout lery uoon their Davis ofltwe n tne _st day o a~. · of' necerr.ber, by t e Sta.,e· a disti that 8.foresaid, Corr-.omrnal t irginia 1 so to do of Virgi.:1ia. en, o he ,r2n~ Jury _________________ to ,ive eviClorl'"-. �.• '' .. . . ------------- ~-- - - - �• •. . f CZ • ·I ... • , /.()/) I ' I f~ /tf'D ! / ' ' ZJ I.rr- ·~~ !K --z-1 '2, I ,( Q I~ .. I "v '------ j ;:-t;,- b -----------.-=,~ ~ ·==-----1· r it, 2 ? r- 7 71 4 t-U (/V ( b . �T ii • . ,l ft ... ,, I t ,, �' . • ',, • f ·. CJU .iY OF .H.OCi~llGHA).,1 1 TO-WIT~ OURT OF SAID IN THF. C IRClJIT he jurors of o the corr.=.om;eal t..h of Virginia, tlie County o.f Roe cingharr., larch terrr., in the year Davis bet,~ n t.."' let d.a o lice. 'n.rch in County, at his l 1808, he saio. G Sta e of' Virginia a present o not the tate sai- oo, 11ty, about County, at caid still quantit in ,hen ani ti..~re af resaid, the sai Virginia three G. · iles f- Jav1._, I .fro::: tl e license ~~~tr. aforesaid, oati1s L n being H of Ell<:.ton, in i_lery ci ·1a., ., ~~ r of o .. t.u.. ,o.;._c(_ ~- del:. rar.d.t a~!.on, he the said stat _ of 1907, 'by he so, t:: side on to Sta •.10.a.._..... year do licens~d. of · -a.1 y at a dis East in the than a gallon, ~""'i-1" heir 1 i .• .f.:::-o:r.Elkto 6 of October day a hounP. or disti less a.J..·.()~ he ls in said of Elkton ~1aving upon as a disti-ler t e _public road. lead.in 14~ -i:hen being P of l randy Rast ~10,°1~~r jurors that G. T. A so Ana. t.he ~and t"urther ln a,1~ thet t e yea:r l...07 and tne rr.iles ·.hree the bo v Co'til't at its p ese.t as a d.i ....tillm- about _ hotse T • Da\' is $ oaths t.he said to one Wal+ r Leap brandy :Jdll "he in of Virginia ---1!1!111----.---. ~id .....~~le17 on their in and .fo inz; t.he said day of' ne en:be:r in stute sti and now atten 8, .he yea- sed b • the CCU T : to Ke:T.1Je:r --- 7 I', Howdcl'Li.ell Dav~.:.1not so a quantit. ll then and there o do against t.he the grand And present less e'.1.:::.' 1c 07, said G. T. Da•is jurors .fro!!". the liceuse ~r aforesa·d o:f the 1st day of' Febr ,a_ry, then being y in county said ir,:--i:-1i a afores<>i~, thei- f the 1st d.ny of Cctober in t.he year · ~h- ~tate licenzed • con:::.cmvealth.tr~ t_/''i~" o~t.hs G. T. Davis between and the o-r bran distiller having one peace and dign· +,hat the said the than he the 1908 es a of Virginia at a distillery about in t.1rec ,:-.ileJ I(.(soil.fl{ ~L East of ,1 1 ·ton and deliver then the said State of a..'11 tl~ere, in a quan brandy Coffrr.an, he fro:n the did i ty to-wit, less G. T.. Davis not 7irginia than then at 0:1.:.. said distil allor. and there so to do a a.·.nst the peace 1 1:.'"l"Y, sell~.,, to Jo_ having 1 A. a lice se and dign· t._r o:f .. ~ �.; j �• • .'. f ' --2-the Coffi:r.omrea ~ -~-~"'---11--~-~ 0 dence in an sen. to the Grand Ju~· t " give evi- �• l ,1 ' • . . • T .. ,'' ~., • ' .. ~ ( / ., .~ ~ .. .. <.,..._ J .,.. - ., ,. ' . '.. -----~~-~--- -----~-~~ ' "' � 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 1908 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. G.T. Davis Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor sale of alcohol. Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Sale of Alcohol Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_005_114 Baugher Davis https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_006_162-commonwealth-v-gh-goodloe.pdf d7b99fcbc88c845fdeaecec28d00a127 PDF Text Text • VIRGIN IA--County .wtid of Rockingham. To-wit: ,·,mu/ !I• IJ1111hr Ulf(!f In• lri1 d lu/'1r1• Jiu 1•irn, if 1.·•w rt .f1isaid 1•1J111d {I. j'or .._ fl 1't.1m1 y lqJ -~ t:b:en undt:r mv l,111,t!a11d .<:crtl tin:~ ;1,'f 1 dr,!IQ/ ._#tt,,----~f- ,{~/4,.,.... ~t /)~-ti- l[lfftl .1, J•. LL S I �, . �• Co1nmon,vealth of Virginia, COUNTY OF l{OCKINGi-lAM, To•wil: IN THE Cll~CUl'l' COURT OF SAID COUNTY: - ............ witm,•~ sworn in ol't'Q C<..utt :..ud •·t·nt w tht Grnnd Jury to J..>ih: evicit.n,-:e. ' ................... . •............ , ......... Ckirk. �.,..... C-01n1non~vealth "' { tNDICTMENT. g~~-~~ t/M- A TRUE BILL. ~.Y.~~~~ F,wrm;rn ' • I l.._____ _ � 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 1910 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. G.H. Goodloe Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony arson. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Arson Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_006_162 Burke Goodloe https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_056-commonwealth-v-frederick-harvey.pdf 61218d18311cb64f120988aa965e0f71 PDF Text Text Hurst's Standard Forms. Annotated. l No f1 · I d" n 1ctment. 35 · [Code, §~3989, 3999, 4000, 40II, 4045; Hurst's Guide J Hurst & Company, I Pulaski City, Va. '•, & Manual, pp. 537 (3), 540-5. 546, 617-18.) ' TO- JI :fl1: Tlzejurors of tlze Commonzcealtlz of T'irgi!lia,in a;zd for tlze body of tlze County of _______ ____--~/;__ ......... k~ c7M-~ ______ _ ___ __ ___ ____ _, and noa·attending the said Courtat its .......... .term, tlzeyear 1Jo.J-., upon tlzeir oathspresent tlzat ill ~~. ~~-~- <!.Qt d~ l agai12sttl,e peaceand dig11ityof tlze Ccmmo1wiealtlz of fi'ir,qillia. d.d...,d~ .... ·.......... . Upon tlzeevidenceof ... .... ~A~----/1/~dL.=.~d,/4,~. .. . , ..witness. . swom ill opell Court and se12tto tlze Grand Jury to give evidence. ·········' Clerk. �� 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 1905 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Frederick Harvey Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Burglary Break and Enter Larceny Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_004_056 Coffman Harvey https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_084-commonwealth-v-franklin-pierce-sprinkle.pdf e19d32d41c0eb2c60ac8aa1a1ac5ae7c PDF Text Text ��\Ji~.~ /- V!~~- ~" .,v'I '::~)'/1:;:J.: 7J1:f2~ -~•' J<:J.a ~ ~J..at.....~~ ~ . ~~-· ......... ��COMMONWEALTH OF ROCKINGHAM VIRGINIA, } COUNTY, TO-WIT: & s~ .......................... , Ta .. WHEREAS,--e----~--- complaint ,Y _ ~~--- - and information Ld.._ ,lf--~~------~•~V~~~~ of the said counf::~ a Can,fobi, a/ ..aid Cmm!J,.· ----- --- ______________ of the said county, - ---~-~~---a i?t.,._ Justice has this day made of the said county, that ~--- :l __ l'j__ ____________ day oL ------------------------------_ ____ ____________________ 190--~-~in the ____ said county, did ···--------·--···----------------·-----··········---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------· to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Commonwealth, <J.~.... Given undec my hand and seal this ....... REGISTER PRINT HARRISONBURG VA on the examination day or/¥~ touching --~.in ··················· ..... ... ·,/4_,+-l:;-f ~ 'L'~ the said offence. the yea, ,9 0 p t, . [SF.AL.] �Com,,nonwealth ~ �Hurst's Standard F0rms, Annotated. t f No Hurst & Company, Luray, Va, Certificate of Commitment for Trial. Q . "· [Code, §§3970-71.] VIR0INL1., COl/NTY ~ .............., TO-WIT: To tlze Clerkof tlie/1.~;w;i Court of said County: I,. ~.J-L~..... . . .. ,a justice of said county, do hereby cer- ~R~~···· tif11that I have this daycommitted ...... to tlze jail of said county, tlzat lze mav be tried before tlzeC(Fu.r1,4! court of said county, for a felony by lzim committed, in tlzis, tlzat lze,~,~~3/.~.day J'il'J', of ~ .... , in the said countu,r,~~~~ ~~~~~~~~~ Giren ,mder m11hand and seal, this./ 1~~·· ......... , 'J££,i;y of 1 ."l.t;7G .. ~/LI?~ [For certificate, where accused is bailed. see Hur,t's G,iide & Manual, , J. P. [L. SJ p. 112, No. s-1 �~~,#~ \_ (MI , 2i,/?~ ~ ���The co1J.rt ins true ts the t.. at the nine hogs stol ,r.. o;: tr,e 29 sai,: gags vere 1 of jury c. A. 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P'OV"'n ut tho:-; 1•:ith 1 ,,, Vi- ,r, .L inf•truct.1..; the Ju ?Y that -::ice and buyond ,'V ·y_•y co nist;nt the t,_Li.-., th:y l1in innocP-nce, ,:·t1 bt:JJ.it~ c th :n t.lh,/ nltr1C1U[;h eai::wrw.bl0 :-1.i·1t o-.r tnd ,hat th) foctr; t.11~· Ol'l .,.y t tlla t prir:ort;1•, Pl' Vt,n, [ire .11.wt :fir11. hi .. n t. :,1tilty. �r • �r • (' the The Cou-rt inst~uctf"' ..,. that evirtence stolen in the tl"le Rtolen exclusive tO,f::'ord.P r~ presumption tJi.at J)~P,R11.;:ption it that purpose possession incuntbent that jury hogs that ere he stole ifl incumbent to give founn a :reasonable of them, ann i:f' he gives is of it .or cont:rar'lictory vei=i on tri.e priPoner false, but account to sustain recently f'°"'ornt}ie a:fter the we:re r such possession them amt in order to repel upon hin when cal 100 upon fo account of ho" he came into such on the co1.u1onweal th to prove such account believe of the accusen. possession that they if an acco mt. then beyonn i:f he gives a reasonable is is doubt an umeaRoTIP.ble account account ,it aevol-- o:r an increcti . uch account it t~e ble b r other evirtence. �I �' . Hurst's Standard Forms, Annotated. lN f 1 o. [Code, Hurst l Pulaski Indictment. 35· §§3989, 3999, 4000, 40II, 4045; Hurst's Guide & Manual, & Company, City, Va. pp. 537 (:;), 540-5, 546, 617-18.] 11/ze jurors of :lte ~13mmontcealtltof T'irginia,in aad for the body of tlze County o/ ....... \!.~~ ~ .. ..... . , alLdnou·attellrling tlze said Courtat its ... term, in tlzeyear J Jr, (JcM,u ;~-;~;e::"i :·?day ol -~- ~--· 9, 07tJ, upon tlteir oatlzspresent tlzat ~·· ,!I l ~ ~ ~ .. . .. ..,. , ~ .vL~4 ~-K-< ..... J. against tlzepeaceand dignity of tlze Ccmmoruoealtlz of P'irginio. [;ponthe evidenceo~.~~- J/r:,r:,y /Jd4d._1/l}~ C --~- . ••··... , in tlzeyear (I '1 ° ✓-.~, in ·;l~;·;~i~--;owzty, ....... ·············· =····~·········· ·!~ ..~ / ........... o/1£1,t(if✓~ ..... . witness .. swom in ope1z Courtand sent to tlle GralldJury to give evidence. .., Clerk. �f • [ ' --r7' ~ ~ )> -I ;::o C A') Ill l ,t,, rn ~ ... 4 0 ~ ,. ' ~ j r ~· :; ~ ' ::: . " ::, ....... - r r I �r • Hurst's Standard Forms, Annotated. l N0 f · 35· [Code, Indictment. §§3989, 3999, 4000, 4011, Tilejurors of the Conm:_o~Lf ....._ :.., ...._---~ ~ 4045; Hurst's Guide & Manual, . J J-1urst & Company, l Pulaski City, Va . pp. 537 (3), 540-5, 546, 617-18.] rirginia, mand for the bodu of the l'ountu o/ __ · ;_ . _....... .. _ , and nou· attendzng the sazd Court at ,ts · term, m tlzeyear J q tJ7o, -ztJ)Oll tlzezroatlzspreseat tlzat I~~ r:J,_(/~ agaillst tlzepeaceand dignity of tlze Ccmmonwealtlzof riminia. rourt and sent to tl,e Grand Jury to give evideace. ....., Clerk. ------- - -- �~11- 1 i:.~). OP,•••• ~on1,1Jl@~''Y'~altl\ , ..,. { . (?~ ~ INDICTMENTFOg A ~~ I --....... . A TRUE BILL. .~ J,'ore111,111. 71(~~ ~-~ ' ... ' ··., � 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/. 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I fl'ROCK&DINGS -- ��• •• •• • • n,estore th!!rt:fr,,e. i.nthe n11tn(' o{ tb11.• C.otnmon,, rJhb of Vrttm:ia. It) t..OD111l1tnJ \ nu (orlb\\ iii• to ur,•rc h~nJ .lad brint: hctorc n1c-.or .,ome t1,flt'1J._u¾J.::,• V!•~e s:..1id (:C,unh. tbt.'-llOIJ~"' tht.· u\J :.x~,~~111. J~u/f. 10 uni.wer llm t!nal comJJlaint nnd rob'-' ruuherdl:'J.h ,,1th 'l'<'.t:(\tdmii 1c1l-nw. And '"u ""-' n.:11turctl10 ~ummon - �..' t"Oluh.u11.Mtf!lt • t~u.l du• .withw w,11TuM ti, ,,rr•""!ill.11 •••• I ,;. /u·•·ri1tll 111,."'•d} of ~ ,,,f? �Ir t. V:.· t, . 1"1'-•wl'Slu.//ldt--J . ....k. ' ...... ' I 1 • •e., I • ' •'J• • �f • , •• n c\ \, \ , • �Com.-;ionweol~b VB. Frank Sh1!flot1' Charge to the Jury. j,-. t► o · tt 4 ss tind t~• acc~aed. If you find him gu1lt1 as cbnrge4 eeoerts1n hie ~unlebmeot tOPn twenty of murder in the first in the ind1ct~ent in the penitentl•ry yon will w1tb Oeoth, for lite, o•y so ond or by colu'in cent or to- an;, tel"III not leee ,~are. If you rtnd hlm not guilty 41:e_grf)ebul: guilty 881 • yon w111 eay ao and no more. not guilty degree ~r&ru!:3hi!tlett. of curder in tne rtrat of t!ru.rder 1n th" eeoond da3ree eo and oeoertoin you 1'111 b1a pun18hm4Dt 07 oonfinenent in the pon1 tent 111ry not. lea a tban b nor mO'!'e:n11n 21'. ·-eaT9. I~ you find hi.Cl not guilt7 HtorPao14, but guilty aey eo an~ eeoertoin penitentiary of voluntary ~Y oonftne~ent in th~ not lee& thlln l nor moro tlten b yaora. 4. but go1lti eey ao And aaaertetn penitentlery or tr..e ~~loni~s lll!lnBl8Dgntnr yon will hia punishmoni If you fin4 him not guiltJ a~o,ea• or eltner not lee~ 01 auJ or tne re!oniea of 1n~olo.ntary hle punlehm.,nt P.anslaltdoter 07 co:,.•·Lne~ont in the thnn 1 nor mor~ thon 5 yeerd: 1n your dlsore,1on, by a tino confinement not exeee41nij 1 year, in jail 70~ W"ill no~ exceeding $1,000, or botb. or, or by �' • • • • <> .,, .. • ' .,,. ., •r,! ... ,. "" • .... ~0 .. .." ◄ ~ 0 ,) "' "" ~ ~ • • • • • • 0 .."... i " .... .. g? rt ., .... 0 ;, �• •• \ Jnatn.iatt l:.!> b:, r i'euwed cec.: .. 11..at;:r _.,,ta l"'\~llWAl\\th woull she IAU t 'l."0Vl3 one to oe tho o"fnnae l " tt!"O ever ,:=7 t • secom ln ti· hU!"'l.l)terl .:'he Jur~' • ta t l'Gltr l'Jlev'lte the ;ury to t if ll. i t ' 0 13 - tco ••o If Clret .." of "'enao; that 1 1 ruote4 1 l!"d.e?' 0 lei " ie . ..,. der-ee. I.' tho th~ i:n::1ge o 1-te k!llft/1 .,. ;!e:e~A@i 'I l'th6 B Hr.~ n,1 ~ wa.u wt 1..,,.:.1. iell b~rfllte o irv• a e-ed. ot ),:t 1 '" teJ --•aiF'f! erl8tflJ1 l t,tAd end io o.r en ~1-.,'"1C'll:'\ 1r1J11r r'l'l r1ar 1n thtt t o 1c1ll1 e withC11J.t provoos ton wit •• o 4 _13 t e ftO hi ■ lt a ,, ranl 9d WB,.t"rtl oo 11 ,,,,. .-to pro't.eet •I) !:!lett, inetruois siti r:ra.tr: anow l.ba.t. hlB1 tile j G 1 "° t e r olf- a. • o to ,_.,. tlO!l 1 ot n!' t ltllli.t:. • tlte !lll ent iar J dot\d •• 'J •• suo h wa. o, r .. t tlJAt t. irat.n1tJ 0 e Gl# tro e.ct. 1 ro ..t ,. e 10 ed., BO , eot.. a.:, t!Ml .. '"t first l~ru:.tt: of> 1 • 4e.1 .. iu t ' • i i; - T.1 f rev">nti on. b11 ► hP.re mna t bo tlr,e . ho J1,ry t! At rfvlous ~ooc h rta ~OSG8BBi~n c" WO ;"i.V~I " al ,."'J~r �' • • �• '• •• • u~on the Co:i:eo~wealth to prove everJ fact noceau~r:, cirCtD:l~ta~ce /1- an;t re&111onot111daub,; 1.e to a.ur 1ac't necesea17 ore bound to tbc, the n.ocusea. ot any o~:ten~a whatc.vcr, to convict and 1:f' "the-y tove 1YC 111111 the doucw i~ tho snt1:ru coapcrieon evidence, le,,,,sd tMt G of SUCll doubi a::d terus1'1t tells tac ! r, 1:i.,~ Ji 01:12te of the cc~c UbioA. n~ter und conoid.e:-Jtion ot all ot 1,,ie the a1n•e of 1:l:e j,>roro in th•,t condl ,;ion thab they c,:nnot ~"1 ti;;it to nr to con~1o~ i±e ~~eua~i ne aforesaid. 11114 hiw :1ot l'Ui:!.ty wia tl:c cou=; rc~aoll!lble or c1rcumatqnce i:.cral ce:r:. int, 'th•J fee:!.= of the txu.h 01 ob111l:E; oors1c,ion tlle clla-;,c:. �• • • • • �' Inotruot.J.on TM Co••rt rurtl"'r that 1 f a can k!.:l provocation, vol.Wltnry manalaUE;hter. act not to oauae denth unlawful If it -!cl6-cioue, co~ittt>d o! ~lie net 1ft ...ot o! pawe!o:i harm, it 1n self1'efen11e, J~atifY1-ll of ~11,: 1a c1&1ng on a !t. cori• ie~iol"'l or r.=" involu.ntar✓ or in d~fen,sp ~nPt plPa, homicice, .n:• crL-..e. o~ de~inJ.tion, o! m,.1tu~1 i:cm'b...t, be. r\one in but a justifinble "'.111-ty as matter .y a. ::1-P.v.s not likely W1der circu::istar.oea ho~ioido the jury, er in the heat or srPat bodily A hCDicit'e relation, instruct• a:':.!)6-her 1n t'he heat su!tic1en~ ur.lawful l"o is f\.'1 ~,:. 1n1-.ent1cd mansl~Ugbtor. of o. nenr -k ia not an sno tr~ ~•rpetrator �• -, co!:'.t a ''('l: ft tl" . • '9~ • , • •• • tI At 0 ' • ClTO"LC! • • • l• ,. 'l;I ... ot ' ~ • - l .... .o . •• ~ • 10? .c • • t ll'tltl ♦ • ' • Cl 1 • .tr·J. . -:s.t j e • 0 • ft .: •'1 ~l ' .~-... • 9,-( 0 .. 0 l:;i) • ..' - I l 3t- -· • •• : - t ..:i r -·- • 1 • !,-,; l ; lo �' '• • lllotructio~ The Co1.1:-t lnatru:~• Shi~ett n:-io~~ on i.l1fll:~iaJ,.t. ,odily tho j1.1ry that or ""oTf'~ber or !w:i&•lf • to t, :.t, if :::r.d for inj1.1ry to 111, orotll•r tlla-a rea.eonttt-1)' a,p~c.nd aAJ.d 'i;rot;;.r To. ,:.,y 'believe tl'.111purpoe~ toMi• flhinctt, :!'ror.t u,c o! pre-v,,..nttng the occueed aceufttd n,.ceno ry ':o i!e!"e-nd hie n,,.., lroanent bodily ha.-:: • �• • •• • _... •• •• 1"'fil r., • r 1.01 11:i'.'1.oc! Te- "4 lo "•on.c • • l ::•~·~ l • • 0 • •' " I •o :,'al" ~.: ao .t: ..n • 'C" 1... • 0 • • ... • 1 J ~ • •• • ::_ • �• the ovicttnce }3ust•r a1'sault, 1m the harm. Sllifl~tt tb 0 t ll'rll?lk Shiflett in tl1e ho\i&P of noy<I naid :Buster outsiAe i:io.d, 6h1:l'l•tt :ado = unjw,t:!.fi•d Shl:!'lett an attack o1 said housa. t.h~n saif nseoUl.t os and t 1 nt aft•r •~oh on ltranl< Shif'lett .Fl"Ell'J~ Shifl~tt ha~ th~ r1-·t �' ,; ,.., 1:- f,:... =-' ,f ~· r::-.. " • V 1' f'- t $' ~ I ,r 3.. ~ ~ ~ ..•' ~ ~ ....- ·J.:.,~~ _ t ... , I .._ I \ -....· t •• ~ " ld 11.1..tI ' .,: • ~ ., "- . " I ,._ • ~ . • 1 0 .. I -: • - tt •• l • "lo • t ~ ",~.n.\. • ~ • t-i .. ~ I{: o•,x ! ,. l • - ..,• '.• .l - ., Q .. \ ~ " l �l;!STRIICT IOll l1o Ever,y U:..~6i.tr.ful ;.omic!de _l__. m-1.Jetbl!' ~1t!:er CU!"d.i!'!" o:- ll:r-'11!leughter 1 it be 00'! or thP. othc:- del)f'~i!a U,POn tl:~ :-,eans by Th.1ch a.no\ 1th~•!l-er it ,.nd on r.r.ether was "ccOt,pli •hed ir. with malice mr,l1ce, it to onuee de4th 1& ~urd~r. o~ serious in the t.ent If done !s vol~t.azy of an Wllair!ul 1nte~ded ~• cauoe cot lu~r0, an~ 'frtth of a ouaden p~••ion I~ it bf!' don~ in~~~ con.~iaei~n ma.calP.U£;hter. act bodily l<eo.pon, o:- 1n the >...at of ::·J.:ual o<>:,bat, a.r:t1inQ on euf ..... 1cit"ttt ?)ravoentio-0, it 1t did Tlho perp•tratec. If the uc~ vms ~<>nc with a deadly or not. or by ~eeu.e likely the per•on fe.lonioua, 4eath or sre~t iy a meana :eot lil<ely bodily hnl'ID, it =d not ia involuntary o,m- olau.;hter. A hot.iicide relctior., a plea cor.:wittf'!'d in eflll! de.fene.e, u~der c!~ct.meta.~o~a of self .et, 1~ not pel'J)etro.tor defenu. M unla~ <>!' the jf or in d~fe11ee o! a noa.r t~at W'Oald~uetit)' he hil::tsftlf !lat! !r.f'lic!e• ho!!lioid" "tet is not but n juetit1n·o1e ailty O! any erii:,e. s~cr. relation t~• ho,-.iciee, tntal on 9"0ll!!d, a.r.d the �r cL• ;.rJ ,. ■ I L - .- u ('let', . o f no ., •• " ••• •• • " • • .t L • • if • J l , I'(.. ,1 I .•1 • !J.£r• • ti •• " ,L • 1 \ ,.,,., . •• J : • I �r:JG'!'RUC':! :o:::!lo l!alioa or r.nlioe aforethou1:ht do1r,1 1ti•0hief, ..-J,e:her r~Yene;a ~ain.s~ ...:1~ t!ece ...~~~ _Z__ . 10 any for-",e<I dao1&n of ul e1n;; rr0r1 '4.. ::"•olir.g 4lilp o: fro:, w.!ekeMe.!r of r.Atrell or o"' ...h• 1':e!'lrt 1::i ~e:;.4'rJ. J, by the 1o lliot!nguiehed ~urder law into !llU~er in the first de.iroe !Ind 1:1.1rder ic the ••oon~ (.ai;ree. 4 l"urder -1:iob 1• perpetrate..,by starvifli:, or eny other 1• ::urder 1n the wil~, ::"1::-st degrte; poieon, deli'berate all lying in "'111t, and preJDe<!itated o~ber :m:rder la lllUrder nu::..!er, ir: the, aecond degree• l!lver-✓ unle.wful holl'.ic!de aeoond degree. In order to :nurdr,r 1n the first n.~~ to ~el~ce 1o ereeu,.,ptively to ol•vat• the lllUl"der in the offenee ~ degrfi"f'!, tl.Jc bur 11cn ie on thf" Col'!'Con\tte.lth, t.he ofrennc to ~n:t~laughte= the burden 1& on the �/ ••• 0 • • •• • • • • • !11 .I 41 •• • + - I ' V • ♦ �-.. IJ1S1'RU0TI0!I ?[o._.,,{"-_ The oou:rt 1netructs tho jury that of do~th or eeriouo bodily harm at the bands of an aesailant, if h• 1B without b<!~ ae f•r in fault soge fli..lt if a man who ie in 1nu:11nontdanger on tho difficulty, in br1nR1ns he 1'&9 declined ne he ce.n lri~h eefety, resist o:r though further conb'-t lmd retreated the attack of b!a aaaau.a.~t with e~oh force as l:ISYbe noooaenry ,mdor tho eireumetancoa protection from death or eeriouo • may, bodily harm, to bie �6/,,, �!rh~ Coiut 1J\stl'!1cts oi thir..t.""e tr-1ttc~t.06 aori..tng r.ttn to honest ts-bls !.lC"tWll tH ..li-0.u 4.t.:i_ar. t.te jury U!at c:un, ,hon a::s to tuc ...~nt::e. wt:u ccnvictio~~, cr!n1w.i~ly tllu :ic.t:«huliey oi r•- ~ ... li.11t1-:, dCt th~J ~ill tot re.3QOf..lOl:, ~u. Ce a~ld r~~pon- 10 .. u J?.!lltJ.e:e uo "'<>-:nt1 .c.x.-'tlf,t, a::' ;At:. ��I.."STJnlCT Io:I IJO Wllen tea th re&ul to frOJll of a sudden vol\intaey inflicted 1n tlle co-bat., without- tr.alicei- n1o=ethoug),t, thl! k.!l ?>.ar.el~Pr; tisht mortal """ mthout in ~ing and retrented !.o;:..e tr with that recondly, not ed by the d~oo•sed ht! killed the 'l/hl!n there gre~t bodily lir~& fro~ ""' aftPr •nfety be:fore the tha rt•ceased upon hie, the evi~enee unless hiceelt the t!v>t the nortr~ nor inter.de~ on the .Plea of further combat/) 11' froc, tt ,:,ere be~ttng r.o ~l>l>&r~nt ~e•1EJI1 ec,unet meana r.ot caloulateC on t'·e t~ 73.a purtrued a:r.d ~t~'tC-~- ru, Md declined c!eceo.aed to protect ban, to eih..ow, o:- renounce<!. the he killed to be he111 excusable 't~on:;it ~ Ju_"':'bel!e~e ael:-de~e~ae 1r..£ is the aot on the 1n bringing ~a"J.lt., he quit h•at harm. The acc.u~~d is ex.c1,,uulble. tault ,.,, ta:r "" he could blo,u """ &iven;e.nd, from gl"Pct bodily inJury the burden ie on the prisoner th"t ho eitl:er cUffic..U t::, or, Ill'! ~.d 1..YJor-do:- ~.o juati!'y B'round Of aelt-detene:c, firet, 7 -- Me lire J~r,;- at.ould injury or to ir.nict fur,~~r "1"18given "to l)r.o-duce d:f'Rth. be~ya ta wi.'l.teh �• 0 • •• •• - t • • t • - • • • �• • • q To conatttuta it an) 1 ■ ~o~ e~ •a•~ry pa.:-tieul~r 3uol, 1nt~nt1on t_ o.i. -:.;e len a wilful, t ~t of =.y cor• l.l!.ng. t ~ deliberate ~ ti~e into ! ,ct1on p.1o~ exietonce Md pren~Aitfttod to kill to~~ tor to.ec; k1l11r1, ehou.ld •xi•t oft~• the f1 ret t~ed. ~i.r-.e at the �• �The Co~rt i~~tructn jury t!iat to p:-oteot ~egard the defenao hlr•t>U' "1l$ against to the neceaoity the jury th.at to v.r-1£(,out a oAae of g:-e-.io:a t:!li<t will in eel!' de.fen Ge, the aecuead the necessity, for a mAl'labnll of a.no~hel" 'by a prctcnee to protect nec~••ary hia own life, or 't:<>'.1!.yhal1ll; a:,4 t!-at ..-1th justi~; the sla:,1ng must not have nontfully not in nny o<Ule Justify or neet"eaity of anotu:oceuiOnf'c1 the killing • unlet£: he were ,1itbou~ f''lUl t �• �// The Court inet:ructe the jury that whore u homioide h1u1been ooim:ittad Wit~ a decdl7 napon u.e.e of suol he does weapon Allll •r tb, l•• am.~ 11•• =llce i:. taken from •.he to in teed th t which or wh1oh 18 tbe 1ml:ladit1te or oeoooee.ry \w ooneequon..>,e of~ ue.T• ' IZ The jury are 1nstruote4 froQ the ertdence that orlJIJ.ne.l.17 inti.ru,te e-.,n thou~ tbe 4oce oe4 thi ■ the 4efende.nt 1n tilling tl:4 t and= bbiflett would not 1n la .. w. II. Sh11'lett. fr01o1the •T14•noe t~.at ~ranlt Shiflott they 1111'7 belieTO juotify or exouoe ::o 11 you belie•• de~lberat 1rili'lcl7, J)TOQeditatedly Wld with mfl11oe afor•thoueht, th•n be 1& ,,..,_1Jty of lllll'nlor in the first ••re killed degroo, 17, the dooeaeed, �r,,o bU1lty iJr..l ~ rw1•~e ,1 on llo. tri..c o~ in!loccnc~ pr~~Ul~p~i~n pHte 011 t; *e Ce'.:l:::oU:.c-1th t~-c 't".i~cn gu.11-; b.a 11:)nC. :--c..:111-..?: ..~c;e a.out~. ccnai~e~3~1o~ o~ ~bu •hole w!toeew~s ~ll•r• ..il"'U. J.Oubt «..:. to the ll:!.•• - no t g,111 t;,. c~se, It 1~ A-a~ ~:!8 Tor 01 rrovir-c.. l:ta t!°xretore-, t:' ..fJ cl:-eua.:J't:s=..ce.~sb~n ax1at■ 1Jl ---- upo.::..a ~~s~i=-Q.n; c= ~he 1n nid.eLce, t1,e t11nda or i~e Jar:, a re so DDble 11111: o:. thq 1Jccueeil, they sl'-owld ind. �' �• • • A reasonabl~ ce..--..p1.riaon Ari min(\a that o! the tlouot is that c'J~!l!rte:-~-:!c.:, o: jurorc state &.~ irt sucl'- oon<!..ition they r~~l ah abid!.ng t~..e ~u~lt ot ~~c accused. canvictj.on ot tiltJ case which. :-:e e-::-!~t"":oe, l4tavee tl't.nt tht:,• cannot to a cor~l ce:tainty after tJte &ay o~ �' • • . .. • l • �• • • • r DlSTRUCTlOil 1;0__ ~e Court i11struot11 tho jury that oucl, doubt es IJlC.Ybe honestly eome substantial tho offenne evidence and materiel ohergod. " reusonable d oub't. is and reaBottnbly anta:rteinad taot eoaantinl as to to the proot of A roaoonnble doubt must be besed upon the or bo such as 1s euggested by Lha ovidonoe or grm.> out ot the ov1.dence 1tsolf, or out of the absence It nm.et not b• an srbi trnry et..-tial /!J __ • in ordor to wnrrnnt of a mnterial llJI foot or of materiel by tho jnry in order of iJ.Jatericl doubt. to find and=e•escary It wat ecquittnl. foots a vo1~tct ot matnrial evidonce. be serious and eub- It muot boa doubt neooece.ry to be believed of conviction, oircumstonceo. and not �• • • �• lt:&tructioi: ~ -a...""""t !!lat:::uc~:, :-e.~zombl~ 't.~o Ji;.r:r t~ t if -u,- t-~ tJ.oi:01; !l~ ~he r1SO!ltir :;:,;- be i;uilt7, that O.on t 112 his lo1'r. d.O.:.b t 3B f,:vor, w.i :!int. hi 1:1' the- StCO!"i &-.1~~,1 C-t""l.e: of o= ~!ltit o;;:r he lt.l.LL:lllB~ ==l-i.;: .,,er, j!> ..-ccr. tt.:,t. ...o"Utt 1ri i,".lilt:,' o~ tho 1'.AVe reoqona'bic tho I a~..)ulil they iu.vc rcason- ~1lt;, of murder tbt.j !1nCI. in the .;.liou!u ti.Dd. t.!.m and 1r t!:oy h1tTc • ruaonubl• o.oubt as :::.,, 'Ol!ei:l:.•r he be 5Uilt7 ='!lBOl._, reaol~• ie 6'111t7 o'! :mra.t:r l.n tt.e 1,: tl:e •ec.:n:1 "~~r•e. c,ollbt aa to ~-'°' D~ nt\e 01 v::!.1c.t. t: .• t they at.all !J.11:'31'::-"t", tc 'Jl:etl:t:r I: !.iA 1,nlty Uc:,- grad.o O- off 4o&r•o or t.le s•co!'ltt dogrce, rt,,-st atce ~ ~il.e; ~o. _/~ ut all, i;u.,7 :nwi, _1.-t·or of t1.e ::.1cuua~u.itna. tiC(lUl't. �' •• • �.. ,· • • • • c~r--:;:u.'!'E o:, ·,n:ur:c.:.. o :r o-f' eai t : 0 Of+, Ir lll.1a, 1n a.a ...or i :, :..r: unt e • vr.. rio ~ t ir. it ...~c ,l l .Frank u: • th c • 4 il "<." l • ••' Bid lie for iff'e t s na • 1~ • 'tho rt in li2 :llld ' there r.l T r the 1 Fa ,, b a:r 1 re kni 'e, n et t 1 • .. 31, 1f ◄o ~1 1 • 11 Ir l t • b, l 1 ar 11 " A n e :I u in 1 • t 1 .•. . if"'J.ett, A:: co the J the 881 l 11•• ef rtl; th& 0 'r-,; =ne r e 'I b le rta C ir t !!nett hiz:,, t e BB 110• id 1 • 1 :rot der a i y 01 t C, 17, let U • lly 1 t the 1a. 0 • ti 1 r, 1vo Tl C t - " iod. , 1 ' .e n eao o:! 4 �l.u ,_ ~ I '.Lt-••/l~ ..d [/..,,if k I I-: ~ '~ I I l>-T I!- /,.. ,...~ , J/ ~ I Lt ,1,,-,..,,__ / '~"- 1~.__,___/- • 4 .. ,, ,__,_ ....... ,,....,,~1 V ' t. ~- ,f ~/c ~~·.:..t P.• 7 ,.....~ - ,..-; I~ ... , '---u.:.'/"-AA.,.,/ ..; ~~ c:_ .(4,, I 7t-. "'-{ . _, "-L ~ •«<~. .,.~/ I. /,~..,_ • • ~ a: . "-..r..., •• ' ' ' ' 'v • • . ., "' J ... ~H Q p '•u ,.'". ~!i! ~ m ., ~ .. • .. .... ,, • �• • ( ~ -< ............ �� 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 1920 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Frank Shifflett Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony assault AND murder. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Murder Assault Murder Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_007_225 Shifflett https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_007_205-commonwealth-v-frank-miller.pdf d1909096207e70af867581f7809f4bd3 PDF Text Text • • '• .. C(>t111non,vealth of Virginia, COUNTY OF ROCKJNOJ-J,\~1. To•wit: IN Tl1E CIR.Cl}IT COUR.T OF SAID COUNTY : • 'l'lk: Jilh.,re. vf Uk l"!Hlllt•a\\clth .. ,010 11(•\Yf.Ht..11<li.nS-:" tht. 11:'-id (~11111t 1.i thr1r "' t!Qlb;, rf ,7,giu n, n itt-.J."t ,.-s.~;{_ . t ..k ~'~ -cnl th·1t, /(.,-;-; .. !-•• ;:--••-ll•.. ,.•. ( •• - ~'.{' • , ~r .._ • ~ I ~ . '~ - ~ t , .,i""'L ," fl I -, - ..,_.,.•/. _Ji\,. .Ji\!..,:-----~· J u ........ -1 I ' 1-. '(. • ... I • I., ~~.1L,,. r-" • l . .1:..d. ( ~ J~ .,_.:..lJ,.._. .... , l- • • J..._ --i.~l- -~ '~ k}' , •,:,, .. "' - ,1 ~~ {- . ~ L, '-- " . .......... . I ,( \·,mnk. " ' I' ,-.~-'4u l l ' :.0,•.-i.,t. ,-'l - .....i - ~· h ,I 't , •... CILrlt. "' ' �• • •• • ~·( ,, \ ♦ ,.,::;.{ )> -I lJ ~ CIll r , ·- I -, ~ \,, )-. ~ ' I • (D r r ~ r3 ... -.,,.. ::I 0 ?"~ -.... •" ~9~ 1 i 0 '-7 y • < r:: ~ :::r � 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 1915 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Frank Miller Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Burglary Break and Enter Larceny Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_007_205 Baugher Miller https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_008_268-commonwealth-v-frank-b-wise.pdf b0b8fa4bd61e5c245aeabac7f0dfc68e PDF Text Text CIRCUTr COURT or- ROCKNGIIAM COUN'I V .f 1 ) Term, ti) 7 h11i b,t...-cu swoni iu OJ)t"Jl oourt us a wiLOess lx'fnro the Grand Jury. C'lerk, �YnruOG tuJIDIIU:>Oa 'IO TIIOOO TF.oJU:> .._,..,,...____ ._....,_, """..... .n,D �CIRC011. COURT OF ROCKINGHAM COlf~TY I f. I ha.'.bttn ~w-om'I 'llJdl('r)Urt ua .-.tu~ Gnm1lJury. hi 'xe t.))l"- - �' ,I I I �1'llilX ... ~fll .na Jllfl ctNA& 19ir e ..i~ ��• " • • iJ .: .Ju.:.. \. ,.... d .e • u.ill .. ._ .urJ \ r - -~... ..:.1 bt.d c en ...';1.:r• 1:1gb...inot U • ire of w:.1r:r1ag It., �" \ • • .., '• . 0 .., .. • b ,. t • . ' l t • 0 ... � 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 1924 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Frank B. Wise Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony seduction. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Seduction Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_008_268 Trobaugh Wise https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_008_242-commonwealth-v-ford-car-no-4675923.pdf 45205433b86441608cdddc93b3bf14bc PDF Text Text • Report of ••le of car !lo. 46?5923 To the ?.on. \. !I. Haas. Judgo t:ourt or the Circuit of Rocltirr)lmo Co1111ly: Report of ealll of the ~bove car. eold. June 2. 19::?l. • - Hoceived Juctlonetn' J. - .tor ......... . . ............. ce.r -:I,. F, Blpckburn. D. ~. £~an. ' Clerk Com.~· AOV. hand.' 'bille Prem. fee to officer on oar r1e .. ning & gua car and oil t"wo& one-half on car mo. etqrnse floating & aervir1a notiee Sher1rr•a »~lane• to Slate . ............ . :ii 5.(10 4.0o 10.00 ....•.•..•• 1~. i;,15 ........... 25.00 2.00 8.76 co,uaissiona Dlackburn, $320.00 ' ............ & News Record • Clerk. pd. 1.00 wa..rrant 21.00 on SU'e to J.p. 2&0.~o J:;20. 00 $l20.00 w-!i-2J~r! \ of aockingha:D County. Sheriff, • 1 �• " ' • ~ J . . ... ...... -~ ~ ~ ~ ~ [ - ~ ~ .s::-- '-0 G'- 1'l I (.!) • 0 o -...r c... • ~ • ~ • c,. • • I ~ ~ e,. f . } (" � 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 1923 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Ford Car No. 4675923 Description An account of the resource Report of sale of vehicle. Subject The topic of the resource Report of Sale Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_008_242 Haas https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_008_241-commonwealth-v-ford-car-no-389080.pdf 873dc82df83c26c1ad79b7f6ad3e1167 PDF Text Text • • Re_port of .. ,le • • ot car Jlo. 389080. To the Hon. T· ¥. Baa.a, $udge of the Ci~u1 t Court or ffoclti~6.t1 County. of aal• RepoTt or th• abo~e oar, ooid llay 26th 1923 • ..----___..----------..- -- -- -------- ---- - --- - ..----- - ------- ---- ..- ..-------rleceived for ~a.r ..... Auci1oneer, J. ... , .. ,. ~. Blackhu~n. D. \f. Ean•an, ClerJc.... .. , t're,n. 2 1/2 aonth otora.ge Advertieing olll....... tlree. ?oetJng noti;t notice.... Sheriff• ◄ .oo Com. Atty.... P. L. Dovel. Eixlng . oi!, 10.Q0 1'••·.. on co.r... 2~.00 8.?!'> 11.23 and po... 2,00 & aer~in& 1.00 8.60 Commiasion..... Ba.la:'1Ce to the !SU:1.te.paid. J. llh okburn, Cl u-lc •••• v. lo 10.42 tad.oil !,/ j ~-Sheriff, ~righ..,,. County • $86.00 • �• • . . • • - • .. • • • 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 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 1923 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Ford Car No. 389080 Description An account of the resource Report of sale of vehicle. Subject The topic of the resource Report of Sale Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_008_241 Haas https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_009_282-commonwealth-v-f-williams-and-f-augustus.pdf 06f9f551b6cfb06fc5be89a01cb335fa PDF Text Text CCIO{OllW&L'l'll01 VIRGlllll: !o the Sheriff of Rooklngham Cou.nty, Greeting: You are berebJ oo-Dlle4 to aumm.on Plo;yd llillieme to •w••r before the JUdge of the Circuit at the Court HOllee thereof, ,Tanury, you atond and rra r¥>ee Augnetue at 10 o 1 olook, Court of I!ookin~•m a.m., cwnty, on the 6th dey of 1926, to 1netl'er the Cotml)onwe•lth of the 11isdeu:eenor of whiob illdicted. And th1e you eball not •mt under the penalty then and there this Writ. llilzleee, .T. r. BLACl!ltlRlf, Clerk of our said of ilCO. Court, And have at the Ooun House, the 26th day of l>eoet:t>•r. 1925, end in the 150th yeer o! the CommcnlJ8·slth. �, • •• \ =~ • • ~-i. \> .... ~ t • --1\ awn a• ' • \~ f .,t r .i'~ 1'"" l' • I • • • •• • n I t • t{ t ~ .k :0 ' It • • t ('....., r ~ • ! ~ ~ l •• • • • • • l ' '-II t-. • -.( J • I ~ \ �" • \ In the C1i·u.u1t. -:::our~ of e@U CoL11\ty: Th" Jurore 01 tho Co=nweo.l O! tho OOWlty oi RocKtngham, rll 1 ta Octobor r1o;d term, tho Bllld 0o11rt upon tho Ir 011the do pro~•nt 1925, 1h11~ •n• _ da:; of ______ _ l.02£_, Olld th~ I? t:Ac-day of ~~-d,;~~'.li--~~-, l~i::c_, dq to al., a~ oolate I.ho said 7107d t.:> eeo.b other ~r(len.~ dur1r:._e all S. Wrl~ht. I.Lot.en. wltr.essea to give aiu oobab1t. t\'lth on~ Zr1ir:o•e AJ.gu.atcaa. 11 .. 1.&JILS6..cli. 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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/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1925 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Floyd Williams and Frances Augustus Description An account of the resource Defendants charged with misdemeanor cohabitation. Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Cohabitation Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court 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.<br /><a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Jennifer Taylor Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context CCR001_009_282 Augustus Williams