133 20 4487 https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_007_059.pdf 3c74a005c0c868df5ac17e8e8212e0bc Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Fisher Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1821 Subject The topic of the resource Fighting Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_007_059 Fisher https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_058.pdf a3299a2810c8489a24e2902ca173f8c8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Fitch Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1819 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_006_058 Fitch https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_088-commonwealth-v-samuel-flick.pdf afe9dc1efbe69cdbaf4503f45c6acb51 PDF Text Text �Executed, March 18, Samuel Flick, the Circuit 1908, and bringing Court by arresting his body before of Rockingham within-named the Judge of County. - -/,-a,Ar~ 0 (/ the E. J. - - - - - Deputy Carickhoff, S.R.c. for ~ l ~ .J ·~ -------------- �Cotnmonwealth of Virginia, COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, To=wit: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF SAID COUNTY: The jurors of the Commonwealth and now attending of Virginia, the said Court at its .... in and for the boc'ly of the County of Rockingham, r.tk.~ ..................... ... 190.r. term, in the year against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. · ;r;_the evid1:,i:~··h°c-L.4v. ..J~~~··:·········· .................... ../4.. ..................................................... witness ... sworn 111 open Court and sent to the Grand Jury to give evidence. . .................................................................... Clerk. �~!. Commonwealth vs. INDICTMENT~ { ' o~ -. ~tit,,~ ..~~ r--,.. - ~1- t~---- A '-' TRUE - BILL. '-. 13,/2, t1r£<Jcft(l I , ······•-N---l------------------·--···-···-··-··········-··-···-··-----···--------········-· I Foreman. Ii"~ rµeL.- ~ , ~ ~ t£__·~ ff57J~ ~ ~ Q~/7 {lJ ~ er-- - ~ C' jc) '-'"" 1...._~ � 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. Samuel Flick 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. <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_088 Flick https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_018_008.pdf 1d0597e7e0355a08d4d95a6c2b46d44a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel G. Bowman Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1870 Subject The topic of the resource Breaking and defacing fence Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with breaking and defacing a fence. Not Guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_018_008 Bowman https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_013_051.pdf adefdfac21b8a8d17244dc53284286d6 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. 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Samuel Gibbons Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1851 Subject The topic of the resource Sustaining a niusance Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with sustaining a nuisance by leaving open near common highway leading from Harrisonburg to Rawley Springs a large well. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_013_051 Gibbons https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_057.pdf 0d65c1eb289ac0d064885dec7e10c8e1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Glyn (Glen) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1814 Subject The topic of the resource Sell alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing spiritious liqours without a license. Not guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_003_057 Armentrout Glen Glyn https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_064.pdf d185654612b01b17bcfaf019065ade5b Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Glyn (Glen) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1814 Subject The topic of the resource Assault Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault. Guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_003_064 Glen Glyn Koontz https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_005_142-commonwealth-v-samuel-green.pdf aba72cd6541f46f434cb123841034e5b PDF Text Text ..ifn ..... l.P..'. ........ . ��J. J1. (k L. r1. L. J 'c4- lL J -· (, )'r. 11 / ,_ ��STATE OF VIRGINIA, To Any Policema of the w. Whereas complaint of the ober, 1909, sBid not B. Frank Garber, larceny B. Frank steal These dollars, Green justice to answer the Samuel dwelling with Green, a house intent eleven and chattlee in said day of Oct- commonly called the enter 15th a Jus- of to commit chickens of the out house, of said feloniously av.ay: therefore, of the did being in the name of the to command you forthwith some other with of the goods and there and carry are, said on the out house, time, day made 0. B. Cooley, me, Green, a certain the County he.a this before Samuel night and that then said to or occupied in the Garber, take, that adjoining of eight of the on oath County, therein, the value ing L. Dille.rd in ea.id County, hen-house, ginia, Town of Harrinonburg: and information tice did ROCKINGHAM COlJNTY, To-wit: said to apprehend County se,id complaint Commnnwealth and bring the body of the and be further dealt before said of Virme or Samuel with accord- to law. Given under .... H-11tv-~lMA&LL~~-~~ cy hand and seal tlJis day of October, P.0th ti ~Pt J. /(~ J • • HlC9. �Executed this 21st d~y of October, named Samuel Green and bringing 1909, him before by arresting o. Policeman ~i ,t the within- B. Cooley, of' the J.P. Town of' H'b'g. I 1 ~ ~-+ ('+, 1~ r / ______,-y ~r 11A ,J v ~jfl't' ~ o/ '/).PN V J:t/ ,.. 1 Y'~~ '/1 bl ', ~tr~~~~~ ~ ~~~ '-±4 ~-~f.-YY~e,.:..----+r '-:tr £-;.-p-J~ ~ ~ ~~ £; /) . .~ ~ ~~ • J • I· �r • If you fird the prisoner not guilty, the prisoner euilty you will say so ar..d no r"Ore. I you find the out-house night with tin,e, of E. F. Garber, or entering intent punishncnt, not less one year not charg,ed you vlill exceeding in the day tirr.e or tin.e with you will than twelve ut breaking, say eo and ascertain be confir..ement nor ~ore and entering in the penitentiary ten years, -onths or confire- and fined not ex- f:5OO.OO If you find entering, in the night which shall than ment in jail ceeding ~ither to commit larceny his of creaking the prisoner or entering in the not guilty in the night indictnient, be confinecent in jail six months or a fine than one hundred,"or his not lees of not ~ both. without but guilty say so a:1d a• certain• less of breaking of simple punishment than than br~aking, and as larceny - which shall 15 days nor more than five dollars nor ~ore �r • �,, , �, • �State of Virginia, R.ockinghttm County, to=wit: r • In the County Court of the said County: The Jurors of the Commonwealth at.,·Ui.ll-~~ attendin£ on the the said Court, UPON THEIR ~ ;.t J- / ~ of Virginia, in and for the body o the County of Rocking~n, t....~~'f £~ \ ~ in the year ' that 1'197, in the said county, ~~ in the night time of that day, feloniously did break and enter, with intent ~. cJtn,,~ and carry away. f!''J i ~ And ~ a certain outhouse, called a not adjoining /:J.c:7(\..,------':.-~ of the said and now ~~ - {3, c7' IV~ the property of one to or occupied with the dwelling-house 1 OATH PRESENT " -day of 0 there situated the goods and chattles of the said 1d'/:~ 1-71'2<- in the said on thouse then and there being, felonious! y to steal, take d_J_,W--0 di)ftO-<--Q of the goods and chattles of the said_/3__ •-~--~------~=------------------------"'---in the said outhouse, then and there being found, then and there feloniously against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth aforesaid, present, that fv A') ~ ,: /Jr on the / ~ ,,,_ day of __ ~ _____________ called a do further ~ ~ of Virginia. did steal, take and carry away, And the Jurors aforesaid, upon their oath ~ /J~ , in the , the property of one . year8f9i, in the said County, ~ ~~ ~ not adjoining to or occupied with the dwelling-house of the said __ a certain outhouse, /.3 _ __,,'--CJt--=-------'--~----=----=-----~-"----'--'-------- there situated, in the day time of that clay feloniously did break and enter, with intent the goods and chattels ::~::::i:an~,~';' ~~u:;::id oto£='tin~us_ly ;:;;,._ of the goods and chattels of the said_/3 ___ d,, __~------~~~-~~~~------in the said outhouse, then and there being found, then and there felonious]:-,· did steal, take and carry away, against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. And the Jurors aforesaid, upon their oath aforesaid, do further present, that ~ ~ <IJ,J~~ ~ , on the / J ~ clay of ~ , in the year lf<Pf, a J - in the said Connty, a certain outhouse, called a ~ ~ ~ , the property of one tj ·if~ , not adjoining to or occupied with the dwelling house of the said _, there situated, in the night time of that day feloniously did enter, without breaking the same, with intent the goods and chattels _ 1-¥- of the said ts-if'~~ _in the said outhouse then and there being, feloniously to steal, take and carry away. ~ ~_if .. And <U--U,~ , then and there being found, then and there feloniously did steal, take and carry away, against the peace and dignity of .the Commonwealth of Virginia. /LI / /) JI ~, 9 This i1~dictment is found on the testimony of.//'f..J..vJ _!Jr1,1>v1----LA.-:-77t'Jc.~-~4=f'l.l.£l-~L/.,,. ~. 24~/._o!.p ft:)/-.~ / witness / ,O_ sworn in,Court and sent before the Grand Jury to give evidence. r / �t • 1 ~ -- _.__ .. .. --------~--~~--------------J _------..._._._. ~ ~- - ~iitc~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 1909 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Green 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. <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_142 Garber Green https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_027.pdf d53c1aadc8dc771346b58435255f1492 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Hall Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1867 Subject The topic of the resource Bigamy African American Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with marrying and taking a wife while being already married. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_017_027 Blackwell Hall Harvey https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_049.pdf fd9fa8832ee1ff186e81e67b0bbc3e6d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Hall Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1869 Subject The topic of the resource Assault Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with malicious shooting with intent to maim, disfigure, disable, and kill. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_017_049 Blackwell Hall https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_020_078.pdf 6169a34e6b0b44003f3fe53e8fe185a1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Halterman Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1896 Subject The topic of the resource Attempt to conceal a robbery Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with attempt to conceal a robbery. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_020_078 Halterman https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_046.pdf ca132a1a14d5c822e31956eadd397761 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Henkel Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1854 Subject The topic of the resource Sell Alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_014_046 Henkel Henkle https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_043.pdf dcd87dfcce75d4de1f090bcee1d0281a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Henkel (Henkle) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1854 Subject The topic of the resource Sell Alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_014_043 Henkel Henkle https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_045.pdf 2283deae1f0cfa2d16009ef30d49e9f7 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Henkel (Henkle) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1854 Subject The topic of the resource Sell Alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_014_045 Henkel Henkle https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_014_035.pdf 9a3e35e74613431d8ae91c3e15ec6cd9 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the Rockingham County Circuit Court from 1916-1964. Not every individual was indicted for a criminal offense and many were simply judged as misdemeanors. The cases have been separated and arranged by the last name of the defendant.  For more information on the Prohibition collection, visit the "<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/findingaids">Finding Aids</a>" tab in the menu above. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse Subject The topic of the resource Prohibition--History Prohibition--Government policy--United States Prohibition--Virginia--History Rockingham County (Va.)--History Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1916-1933 Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Pro001 Relation A related resource <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a> <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a> Is Referenced By A related resource that references, cites, or otherwise points to the described resource. <a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a> Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Henkle (Henkel) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1854 Subject The topic of the resource Sell Alcohol Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with retailing ardent spirits without a license. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_014_035 Swanson https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_020.pdf e8168dba2a9b61e5d8b94b2cb5d7989a Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Holler Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1867 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Battery Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and battery. Guilty Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_017_020 Holler Huston https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_019_028.pdf a168529d4ce009d21ade06d868f15538 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases Description An account of the resource This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years. Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County. Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Criminal Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1778-1971 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr001 Ccr002 Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel Knupp Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1877 Subject The topic of the resource Attempted Rape Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with attempting to ravish and carnally know 12 year-old girl. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring Megan Pullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_019_028 Bull Knupp https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_096-commonwealth-v-samuel-mason.pdf dd9d92ee362855c8cd51397623f183fd PDF Text Text NEWS•REGISTER ~ 1 ARREST WARRANT. HARRISOt-. URG, VA. ........................ , a Constable of said County: . ·····-·········· ........... of the said county, has this day made I .................................. .a Justice of the said county, that complai11t and inform~~ Z.l..~ of the said county, on the ..... . a.t.-.-t,'£.:. ~--iat These are therefore, in the name of the Commonwealth undo< my hand and seal this to command yon forthwith to apprehend <~~ri;J+~:;e;:~::;• to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Commonwealth, Given of Virginia, on the examination touching the said offence. in t;e �r • f:y. ~~ vs. Commonwealth Arrest Warrant. . ' --~-~ I -- ~ ~4-7, rJ{\I;tray Executed arresting t/1e withiu and delivering .. warran[ bJ' the bodr {.//(~t ~. of ... LJ11rL before ... ~J. /_.,: a justice of Rockingham f>-,-1.,_ County al!d by summoning the witl1in named 'h•it- · Person, t',ns....... · I~ nesses in ..........✓- . ... I Constable of Rocking-/zam C.ounty. ��• �;f,'f(,_ '---~---~-- -··· ��f I I \,, 3c �,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. Samuel Mason Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor carrying of concealed weapon. Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Carrying of Concealed Weapon 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. <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_096 Mason https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_002_034-commonwealth-v-samuel-mcdorman.pdf d0c52a809e359550a2d9771aef146f55 PDF Text Text TO THE S:l=-IE~FF OF _,,-¥OC7INGI-IA1',1: COuNTY---GEEETING: ·f You are hereby commanded to su1m11011 I~ appear before t!te .fudge o.f the Counf_)1 Court,f o clock, a. 111., -{)·· .... .. ~ "~d--~ ~ /j.. F · R~dp"ngham C.~1mlj1, at the. Co:trf-House, ~bun;; drr- at ro. da:;f-f!( , to test~jj, and the truth to s~v in be/1al.f o.f t/1e Co111111om1•ealtli agai11sl <)~rn~.n-~ w!to stands fjtarged And tlzis.At-f_ of ... ~~ ~• s/1all not onut under tlze penalty of £100. Witness, .JOSE!:Jf / ...f ..~day witlz . MESSER LEY, Aud lwve then and there tliis v/lril. Clerk of our said fra.)~ ................. , 189} , and in t!te r'Ll~ Court, at t/ie Court-House. 1 Ilic ear of tl,e Commonwealt/1. J -~ ,Clerk. r-onn 68-Herli11. �./ ~~ - ~?lf-,/1;M t1J;~ �IN THENAMEOFTHECOMMONWEALTH F V_RGINIA 1 TO T::S::E S::S::EEIFF OF EOCXING-::S::AJ::v.I: COVNT-Y---G-EEETING-: ~.~~..'.1..!c.! ..t~ ..~.'..·········----··---·--······· You are hereby commanded to summon ....J:.<L-{.,_0--£.· ....... ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••u•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••------•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• to appear before tlte Judge /4_~_day ef ih, 1 89 i1t o.fthe County Court of Rocking/tam County, at tlte Court-.House, on the ,M""'·"-"'1 Cm,r/ ef:17,1"""1 "',f'• bdng ""1:/:;,~day 7,to testify and the truth to say on behalf of.d~~·················~LY~ a certain matter of controversy in our said -~~~- • .................................... . Court, depending and undetermined ____ ______ between Plaintiff, :::;,, z~'!:}:!:;!:a::::::~,, p:::;;;;~.: -~::;;:~:;;~:"~~::::::: ,1,, f,Vrit. .,.....vVitness,:JlH ..tf/.. ........... day of S. MESSERLEY, . ~ Clerk ........................ 1897, o.four said Court, at the Court-House, t!te and in the I ti/;;,ear o.fthe Commonwealflt . ....................................... ... :.!>.· .................. ··-····--···, Clerk. Form 55-Berlin. ��IN THENAMEOFTHECOMONWEALTH OFVIRGINIA, ilZ TO h"~ cummand,, T:F.l:E S:F.l:EEIFF OF EOCKING:F.1:.8.J,£ COUNTY---GE~ING: cff:Jddij.l,l(i:o t.JL-~ ·t;""L"" --·············•·········.:!J,:4.e ........-...... ~l-~·-·······----·····································•···-······································----·················································································----·································································································- County, at f/1e Court-I-fouse, at ro to appear before the Judge o.f the County Court o.f Rockingham 4..~.... day o.f th~:·2~~··················:····Courf o'cl~ck/J a. m., on the .. _.,Xak~······················I89J , to fesfijy ·JaM--v.ML m ~ti'>'~ and the truth to say in next, being the./.£. ..=d? o.f behaif o.f lite Commonwealth against .................................................................................................................................. . ::;;:~~'it;'~::~:;~:::::;;:,:;,;;:: ~:.~·;:~:;;;,;;,~~~ J05J:.1 Witness, S . ./IfESSER LEY, Clerk o.f our said _.!J_ ......... day o.f. ................ ~·~························-, 189}, and in the Court, at the Courf-.House, t/1e dyear o.f the Commonwealth . .............................. ...,.J....... ................. , Clerk. l•'onn 68--Derlin. �• �I THENAMEOFTHECO MONWEALTH OFVIRGI IA, TO TE:E SE:EEI:F:F O:F EOCXING~l-1.r ~ You are hereby commanded to summon_.W_u_l'o:,u. COVNTY---GEEETING: 1V.l~.. .....···~------- / .........~ ............. "-.flwv-f,A.A ...,...vlvr;::J. ····································································································································································--------························•··················································· •····················••··•···································-··························------········································································································· in a certain matter ef controversy in our said Court, depending and undetermined .6..1.~=c::~J,A..,,.::::::::-:..u_ ..v. .•..•... ~---································ and ...... ~ .... .J. : ·-·······shall in no wise omit, under the penalty Witness, JOSEPHS. day ef.~.... MESSERLE Y, Clerk .................... .,89 Plaintiff, ..······················•··············Defendant. rm~..,,,...~-----······························· And this...... [,Vrit. ........................ ----- between ef ef £roo. And have then and tlzere this our said Court, at the Court-House, t/ze -J-JS.~---, , and in th, ,'LI ,-,a, ef th, Commonw,a!th. C/,rk Form 55-Berli11. �Jr/. �J T>is · GE ic to c rti_r :.fcD :;:-mn.n·-=-ra,., tried of cai':r'ying day a 1,isto o:f October l;oing fii•st TEE OIRCUI':1 OGun'.i:' OF t 2..... of' r on. the 5th.,cl .,e •:-.rith t cor:.coalocl 1 G , and 1cDO1•r.anprayed on the i;, an a}JlJ al ·· to tli, TY: s , el of' ~'ovc .. er 1886, · a:c::-ant, 3.J--: convi0.tea. f'ron p cl · 20. lOCKIHGHAJ/ 00 ; 1 1 O unty (l lie obo rvation, ~)n t!1eJ?0upon tr.e sai" Oo:1rt of Roctingha1· clay of t c 1 ove• .lJo::. tc:rT'.l 1896, of' tl1c sai 1.1.·me t}10 SqLuel Co11 nty, Co mty t 1e lGtJ1., c..a_r of' Hovel l)e? 180u d2y of' Jo, r.i &1/ 2:1~1- L~ o 1rt �( ...a. �i. l i ' .., ) 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 1897 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. Samuel McDorman Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor Concealed Weapon Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with misdemeanor concealed weapon. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU LIbraries Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. <a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a> 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_002_034 McDorman https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_004_089-commonwealth-v-samuel-p-garrison.pdf 4d51bc8600ab1ce15424d13496885c8c PDF Text Text ��CERTIFICATE VIRGINIA, COUNTY OF OF COMMITMENT I ~ 'f? t!C,U .. · 1 ~. t l1at ·-11 1ave t h.1s d a}· committee county, TRIAL. ROCKINGHAM---To-w1T: To the Clerk of the Circ~urt I, FOR of said County : .· ...., a justice of the peace of, said connty, do hereb~· certify ~ d .. . tf:. £~ .......✓.v.7_11t- . . . .... · ·1 o £ sa1 · ·d tot h c Jal that he may be tried before t11c circuit court of saicl county, for a felony by him committed, this, that he, on the /7~ .day of. ~ :;:::;{::;!4~~~~~ , 190 7, in the saicl county, ► ~, in ~ '--·············'·················~· ' ~~~ ...~.YA?I' Given under my hand and seal, this [L. S.] �~fa_ ~J.w,~ ~f;~~ �Commonwealth of Virginia, COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, To=wit: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF SAID COUNTY: The jurors of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in and for the booy of the County of Rockingham, r;{}U:£~ · mt. h e year y..--:· ..................................... tc1111, . ............ an d no\\ ,· atten d.mg · t h e sai·.d Conrt at 1ts (/J_.~·~······~·~·~· 190;.... , ......................................... . upon their oaths present that.. .. ............................................ d............................ ~·············································································· ... ················ ..········································· ..················· -on -t'-,..~...... jf/-..............ray~ -o£..... ,., 1 ~~ ~ .. .... ~< ~-==-_., ..... , ......................... .... ~.~·~·~·1· .. -- , 1~ . .• ·ne year ~ ~~.~ ...IJ....~~ ctvL ~- ··········· ... /1~ .................................... ............ l4,, ~ J, IT<~ ~,1;z1:c ~ C., £ . £~ ~ ..if..~ .... ~....... ~~.,.... ~ k_;_.u.,························· against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth ;i '7.. , 1n . th""'sa1'd C oun t y, LJ JC~ ............... ,........................................................................ .CJ, J{~~I f-~'..~ ~ ~ ., '£~... ~.... rft~.... 4.~.~.... ~.~ ~ ~ ~~ ~~ ~ .................................. -90 1 of Virginia. ;1r. Upon th: evid;nce of.............. :.. .................................................................. 1 . J. . witness ... sworn m open Court and sent to the Grand Jury to give evidence. . .................................................................... Clerk. �{ ..c ~ ~ Q) ~ li ~{,r !-t u s ~ d~: : ~I 0 .,; "' m w :J 0:: I- '--y-J C E E u0 .: J ...J l! Cg: ( �lL I • cl I I ( l I - I- L �• - �STATE OF VIRGINIA, COUNTY OF To and information SHERIFF OR ~ ,,e:;_ t2..f':u,. /4,J,(?'~ Whernas~ complaint ROCKINGHAM, THE on oath before 1-rf:~ ----~~--~e~~ TO-WIT: ANY CONSTABLE OF THE ..... of the sa;d count,·, POH'T'ilfos~aJnsticc SAID COUNTY: has th;, day made of the Peace of the :,;aic1connt:-·, that ,. ..........• These are therefore in the name of the Commonwealth of ,~irginia, and bring before me or some other Justice the body of the said to answer the said complaint anct to be further Gi,·en under my hand and seal this to command rou forthwith to apprehend ~ ~~~ dealt with accordin!r to la,L /k ~/; , . clay of .. . - 190 7 , J. P., Summon the follooins u;tncssc"I• ~/Jc,_,~. flf~ · ~ ,£/ ,ljc,,,,,~ ~~ 1~ [SEAL.] .. �Executed this . ,, ~ day of ,j P~ r Judgment on the :ir d{. M P, day of , 190 . fi< and bringing a;rnstinK the alxm ~ ~ ~ r/tJ'7 .found , 190 7 :J before . guilty upon the testimony ........ as charged I named r ~ Defendant~/:'~ 7·, by on oath of in the above \\·arrant, and � 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. Samuel P. Garrison 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. <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_089 Garrison Kayler