85 20 4768 https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_051.pdf ac4e8b5b85542c6fca8d66890ce1a5fe 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. James Ailes Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1816 Subject The topic of the resource Threaten Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with threatening of bodily hurt. 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_004_051 Ailes McCoy https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_003_001-commonwealth-v-james-airey.pdf f8596e6f4e4226f350e061bb47be7489 PDF Text Text 198 �197 ,, ��20'7 4 ::::;;:==--~ .. �204 �203 ��20-1 \ �200 �99 �210 �. r �Rockin.3har. 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U••••••••h•hUh• to appear .. ••h•hhh•h•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • and give evidence ••• • •••••••••••••• ' PRINT, HARl11SONBURG. VA. • •••••••-- •• to law. And you are required to summon ,~ . L-~ £._,,.,,_~., 6 6L 1dk. ; ~. • •••••••• ••••• in behalf of the Commonwealth, Given under my, hand and seal this REGlSTEq dealt with according 2..~··· ------~~~------- ••••H - ► h• ••••••••• on the day oL~~ 1. H* • ••••••• ••H •h••• ••••••• examination ··---·'" · -· ·· ·· ·· ·· ··- • •ho+ .......... touching ••••••••••••••••••• h•••••• •••••••- the sai~l offence. the year .._; .. ······-···-·-·······-···-·-J- LqO 0 P. [SF.AI,.] �,,.,...- . .., Omn 1nonwpr1 li,h ~ ArrestWarrant. /!8. ~ .................................. r· ·a:=~. Executeil the wi,thin mTr>,stinJ! nncl by boily wn7'1'nnt rlelivr>,rinjf tlte of'~~·flMAy~ . .Jf?..~~····················· bef'm·c .... fl, Ju,stir-e of 1ioc76inJ!hmn and nnnied swnnioning by the Comity within witnP-sses i,n, person, t-hi,s J. j7,}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 1900 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. James Airey 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. <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_001 Airey Plaugher https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_021_040.pdf fd70cf6c2235d429709f4aca66c7fdd9 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. James Airey Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1900 Subject The topic of the resource Murder Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with murder. 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_021_040 Airey Plaugher https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_001_031-commonwealth-v-james-arlington.pdf 6ed9d04938bcc50118fc0fb8681daa53 PDF Text Text State of Virginia, Rockingham IN County, To~wit: (Cf};fl'JJ1ffJJF11/Jl& BdJ.fj) (IJ@Jfl'H1!1!: 11/Jl~ C~f/?N1!F The Jurors of the Commonwealth of Virginia, in and for the body of the County of Rockingham, and now at- tending the s;id Coo,t, UPON 'rHEIR OATH PRESENT, that ..~ ...-L'b~I-•~··· _./t.?. ..C ..... day oC ....2-f~································ in the year 18 S,-f , in the said County, a certarn _J,,,~~-the 'rnpedy ofone ..... ~ 011 7-······· ..................... ,...•"ioi•i•• the --118 m·~ . ....... . 1,Mi:t•- the ,wtlu a J; ettUeidtt 1 a ,Ha;iHil'lg heHse of the sttw, ............. ___···-······--·······-············-··············· ................................................. l,here situate. ,M,j,,.,._1:4--<v~0~ . . . 71 m the --J, time of that clay, felomousf~cl1cl break and enter, W1thintent the goods and chattels of the said.,~ ~-d,...,,._ •"'--<tu_,,..! ,u,,z,;,.,,...('.Ly ~~=L7~ _'#_~~·:1:,~tfc/~1~r/.i~J~.Mf~~-f_ !,-, LA- ...~.~····························-····•··························-····················in the said "*th,rnoothen and there being, fAloniouslyAto steal, ta~e nd /.L Au ,1-1 i~ . . ..1:~ ..Jtu......t~ ...t.,-::·····•../.,~ ~..J.1.../I~. L✓ .. ...-tf.'7,u.... t.~--~-f i..l7.!. ..... _.-············································-········'··········-······ ......... ···················~··········~·································· ............................ . oftb'o :o;:~i:.::: said .~.f~~ _·;;_F?,;;, :;,:,_~ m tl1e said ii~tl-toa&, then and there being found, then and there ire1oniousl~icl against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. ___ . ..... . steal, t~e and carry away, And the Jurors aforesaid, upon their oath afore- ~~,.J~ ............................................................. . said, do further present, that ......~U-t.,,t..e~7- .......,... ~;/i..~.............................. ,in fue year 18~.:.:; , in the on the .....Li.(~·········day of....... said County, a certain c,;i.,tbe~se, &L-.;; ...... ~"t.1,,,:~................ ...... ...... ,. ............... . .;,.fu~~·····' th~ property of one .... '@10H@tl a. ----·····- ------------------------·•······---- there situate, in the #r'time 1 - of that clay feloniously did break and enter, with intent the goods and chattels of the "·½··"'~·________at-NLL,~-c~ "' /J-tl/4,~ J!l~ J Jt::--_L~J :~_,_r;:;;;rJ.·./Hr·M~~j ·····~···~~;rfl,,.... said .~. hle and•carry ~way~ in the said~~ then and there being, feloniously to steal, /JfSj>z~ .bu..d/4..d .... And ~~ of fue goods aod chattel, -o; ~;:::~:;~~ _ .............................. : ......in fue~~~t,;; -~ and there being found, then and there feloniously did steal, take and carry away, against the peace and dignity of t,he Commo~wealhl1of Vi,·giufa. And the Jurnrs afm·esaid,upon their oath af01·esaid,do fudher prnsent, that.~ ~7- :),: L~l..,_,.____,i;;;.:_;;;; ;r;;_;;_,.::_nthe /dj"_ day of 7 in the said County, a certai~c U d, Glitftcl the property H. ··························································' Jl.Qt . ............ , ................ , the yemc18 ff'"'. of one ...../~.-~~······•· {. o.ljsi1J:iD8to or QQQP~i.e.l wi.ta ta@<Jv,eU~ng ae:aSB 0f the sai4-......................................................... _ ...... _ ............ ················--··-··············•····· there situate, in the night time of that day feloniously did enter, without breaking 1 ~ the same, with intent thr. goods and chattels of the said. ..~.~.~~··················································-·········· ... vtl£,>..lll1,.,\.M,/~~tt..-<,_ in the said e~then f ~U. L and there being. feloniously to steal, take and carry away. And ........ ~U ..-.~·····.d)·· ~u~:r.1:Z,~ hi;¥! !3u 1:;J"= .:;.-,.t.=•~j:P:f '~f P" 1Ju...d.:2 L~f-:l-/,, -~... ............. ........... L'-:h.Ld.J _C__h., ······················· ························· ........................................ ····: ~·....... ·=····· ················· ••······ ··-···•··-········ -················-·····-··-····-··-~.:u,-t.4... ,W.~.... ot the goods and chattels of the said .... ~.~~·····································································in th~ then and there being found, then and there feloniously did steal, take and carry away, against the peace and dignity of the Comm0nwealth of Virginia. 1 1 ' This inclictmen t is found on the testimony of ...., ~~ ...~le.~ ................................................................................ ,......... L .....·-······-···········-witness sworn in Court and :sentbefore the Grauel Jury to give evidence. �/, f} . ' J .:1,. -...J ~ -u,1,-t,.,'1 0 .,l ~ i ~>7 µ (~~ r ./ ~ -:-f;'}7t't/ 7 '>-v,t l ~/" --<-~ , ,, l, ,m11~~ L I", n11~· yv ryr'7'1111 L ~ ~ '1-,Q ''"' ~ . ~ ' v . ; 1 \ I -.J /J-', I l"?L'U ,,.) ·hrr,..,_j ~i ' ~ n'1----I/-, ~ ~ ' ' ~--- ! ~ 6»t 7; l., >-tJ1 ••~, 'v. /! r.rrJrl1..J", tnn i 1,.Pi t»r-t-fJ "' "' ~ ~1,,11:,;"1'1,,¼7 9,1 r �In the NameoI the Commonwealth oI Virginia, TO THE SHERIFF OF ROCKINGHAM COUNTY-GREETING: .£ l Yon a,r·ehereby commandeclto summon r to cippenr before t!te ,hulge of tl1e County Court of Rockingham County, at the Court-Hoit,Seon the 7~ . .,...re day of the........ . 1 ,..:':.~ ...~~t---J-·""····=····· "--" ............. .188 L.... .!. - _ ....: <...~.... . Coiirt next, being the ...clay of , to testify and the tnith to SllllJ in behalf of the Commonwecilthagainst ·-: ...·_.. f~r·: ..-.-.-.-.-.-.-.-....-.-~.-.i<:~~ .... :y..::::· ....... ·.· ..:..... :.............. :·.................... ·.-_-_-_-_-.-.·.·.·.·.· .....-.-...-.-.-.·.-_-_-_-. i~·~;o-s·t:~~~~··;;t;irgccl with ~1~~ .indictecl A nc1this ~ - -· ..... ..shall not omit 'ttnclcrthe penalty of £100. Witness, J;OS "PH S. Jl[ESSERLEY, clay of _.{. 1.-.... "'.~·- •···-·· ~...... ... 188 An(l have then and there this Writ. Clerlcof oiir said Coiirt,cit the Court-lloiise, the. , ancl in the n-4th yecir of the Commonwecilth. ·---··-·--········-··-, ...... t. '·······-·-·····G. R. BERLIN, BRIDGEWATER, VA. ► -........................ t-'/ ...... Clerle. �/ / r"' .. ) I ~!' ,t ,. ~ 1\ . ~ �In the Nameof the Commonwealth of Virginia, HE J'o" a,, 1,"chy::•ma"rl"I to,u,,.mon ~ .~ to n,ppear be1.01~~;::::1e:e ~•! t , H....... ........... I-:::ERIFFOF R5JCKINGHAM COUNTY-GREETING: ~~ L u 0~1:~ fo~~rt oj: ~oeki1:::~~1i:i:::n;:~w Court-House.:::. er.~ ;;· ~·rt·~·~:;tlw .... 1;:_testih (}'a ~ ancl trn~i t~.s~y -i1i.b~lia.l~-o~·. tli~- Oo:.l_•~l•~:~~e.~iUh. n:q-~~i:.~.t I ;;i; ;~~~~ .ind;ct~~·;01:::.:ffl:;;,J--····· ............................... ·..·..... ·.· ..·..:.... ·.·................................... ··.·.·.·:.·.·.·.·. ~~1:o·~·t:1:~ :gell~~~;i 1lnd this . . ..!A-.. . ....shall not omit iinc7erthe pena,lty of £100. Anrl have then ancl there this rWrit. ftEPH S. JlfESSERL.E [, Ole1/cof our snic1Coiirt,cit the Court-House, the / J,a1lr:lin the 11 1 .. \ 1,." . . ., .. 188 •• /f,lt yeci .. G. R, BERLIN, BAlOQEWATER, of the Commonwealth. ? . •-:~~~/ VA. V _Ow,k ��·d ~ .A , ::...tJ. IO IC crv 4_(JP f30 2.1-'!L II g £ '-I .i .Jc ) c~ f{wUf lt.o; -<-1. ~ u., (.., IL-- ✓ L• ~ ( /tJ /itLd) / • l --=-1 .3 'J S- z. ,. 1.t."" .i~-. ~ 1'.11.,,U.hl,vl-<J L.: it.C-<.-u I ,i i J__ 0-J ,I J '1-- hoi~(' -3 e, ~ l 7 'l.-3 . (TO ~ .3 .7 0 M 2 J, 9 s- / 7 Li f ��t. trro - <-L I e, ti .I. t--t. v(.., r8'1 '\., /1.Ar1 ~ ~~ ;,..- ~~ '-' J_ lfU1...c.1-U-<1 L \... ;{.,,_ ~"'1.-,<. I~~ L l{1Jk ,f, / 81 L.,,. t,t-.. l;J 17 I ff 1J �� 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 1889 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. James Arlington Subject The topic of the resource Felony Break and Enter Larceny Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with felony break and enter and felony larceny. 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_001_031 Arlington Eagan https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_052.pdf cfb212f70cc981d507c76465bf5f11d4 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. James Ayler Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1816 Subject The topic of the resource Theft Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with stealing. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring 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_004_052 Ayler https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_073.pdf 9f2eaa37ce1c11cf8e7dd074ac889d95 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. James Ayler Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1816 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Unlawful Gaming African American Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Defendant charged with unlawful gaming by playing cards. 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_004_073 Ayler https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_025.pdf f37ab98bf4f3baf754376757e447f0c0 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. James Ayles (alias Buck) Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1816 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Theft African American Free Person Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with stealing. 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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. James Back Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1835 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Theft Description An account of the resource Defendant charged feloniously stealing. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource 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_011_011 Back https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_011.pdf a119543cea5760f8cfcfbbdd6e5bbba5 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. James Bailey Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1826 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Theft Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with violently stealing. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_009_011 Bailey https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_015.pdf 8d359af6616258afc64fd768837174b5 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. James Bailey Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1826 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. 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 MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_009_015 Bailey https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_003.pdf 8a2a3f0d8f711fbc217f69918c3027d9 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. James Blain Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1815 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_004_003 Blain https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_046.pdf 573dc70efdf0e9dcfbbd1ee9702f8ac5 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. James Boswell Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1813 Subject The topic of the resource Felony Theft African American Free Person Enslaved Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with feloniously steal and carry away money. Acquitted 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_046 Boswell Jane https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_016_008.pdf 39d24306823f1f2df475a6f4c3f60ffe 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. James Brannon Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1860 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_016_008 Brannon Lofland https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_013_046.pdf 2b367494c9a89d52a74f1849f890e270 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. James Brightman Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1850 Subject The topic of the resource Unlawful Gaming Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with unlawful gaming with cards at the stable of Andrew Houck of the town of Harrisonburg. 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 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_046 Brightman Houck https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_052.pdf b872df89647308d6ae81ec7d27c932bd 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. James Brooks Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1799 Subject The topic of the resource Assault Drunkenness Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and getting drunk. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Annette Guild Sydney Ring Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_001_052 Brooks Messick https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_007_032.pdf 8b4d75614f64544ec28b8480cf5ccb39 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. James Brown Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1820 Subject The topic of the resource Assault and Beating Description An account of the resource Defendant charged with assault and beating. Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Rockingham County Circuit Court Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Sydney Ring MeganPullen Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/ Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Criminal Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Ccr002_007_032 Brown https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/e2406357c9a4f1516c3468a058045f1a.pdf be11c1fd33a98ef4ed84bced32ca870e PDF Text Text ,. .\.J- co rn.mH rEAL'.11H Oi' ~ I RGil I . CO U~TY OF ~ t OCKIHG 11? to-wit: In the Circ ui t Co u rt of said Co unt The grand juro rs in a nd for the Rockingham od y of sa id Count y of nd n ow a tt ending said Gou.rt ' at its Jt111e t t.: rm , 19 4 , upon t heir oaths d o ~resent t ha t J mes Br uce, within one year nex t prior to th finding of this indictmen t , i n th e sa i d Co unty of '' ockingham , did unlawful l y maim fact ure , sel l, offer , k ee , st ore and ex ose for s a l e, g iv e awa · , trans)Ort , ll isgens e , solicit, advertise orde s for ard ent s~irits , a ainst t he p e ace and dignit n d receive of the Com- onwealth of Vi ginia . l ~ t he juror aforesaid u~ on th e ir o ths afores id do ft1l ther pr e se ut that .J.ames Bruc e, wit hin 011e ;rear n ext _pr ior to the iinding of th i:s ind i ctment , in t he said Co unty of Rock i ngham, d i d unlawfully have in hi s 11ossess i on ardent s iri ts, a ainst the eace and dig11it, of the Commonwea lth of Virginia. A. 1d he j rors af ore said upon their oaths afores i d do further pre sent that J ae s Bru.ce, within one ear n ext •rior to the f indin~ o · t his ind iGtment , in the said Co unty of Roclcingham , did unlawfully receive ardent s1Jiri ts, agai 1 st the pe ace and dign i t of the Cor monweal th of Vi gini • 'l'his indict ment i · found on the t es ti mony of John S C. v • Dove, and. V. '.I.' . fore the g r and ]' unk , ,exrode, witnesses sworn i 11 Court and seu t b e- ·ury to g i ve evi d ence . �~/ ~ . ~ •\ ~ t ii .. ~ ~ ~,; ~ rr o • .ri.Ct ~ ~ l: Vi O 1 • -~ ~ Co mmonwealt h V James iruce ~ lt~ Q: '1 ('f. llisd e meanor ~ , ~ ~ ~-~ 1 -1·~ J ~ _.,_ True Bill: 'I:::, ~1 ·i ·t 1 1 ~. ) 1}? .~ _J ~ l 1, ·, D • W• :~arman C omrnornveal t h ' s At t o rue ' ~ �In the Name of the Commonwealt h of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Rockingham County , Greeting: You are hereby commanded to summon ·· ~ ~ . .............. .............. ... ..... . Rock1·ntam T to nppear before the Judge of the Circuit Court of day of .. ~ House, at 10 o'clock, a. m., on the County, at the Court 1 9 . 6, . ~ to testify and the truth to sny in behalf of the Defendant i e prosecftion of the Common- wealth, Plaintiff', against. . . . ..... . and there this Writ. Witness, J. a,AB;:~KB UR.N', Clerk of our saicl Court, at the Cou,rt House, the 1~¥-tn-~l in the 14.. IT':,l.,,cir of the Commonwealth. -----£3.. ·· day of 7··~~7·:. .:, :.: News- Record, Harri,011b11rg, Va. , ... ..1 I' -:".Yf:..l.llt/./ . . :U:.~ . .A . •............ ...... ... .. , Clerk. ��In the Name of the Common wealth of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Rockingham County, Greeting: You are h ereby commanded to summon ..... •••••••···.·•···~.·.··•z;;;.;;,., to a ppear before the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rockingha m County, at the Court .J·· .................. 1 9 .. ?.:'/,Rouse thereof, at 10 o'clock, a . m ., on the ......................................day of. ....... . ~ to testify and the truth to sriy in b ehalf of the Commonwe alth again t .. ·······- ~ who stands charged with and in icted for a felony misdemean or . .11.nd this .. ......... ~.......... shall not omit under the penalty of £ 1 00. .11.nd have then and there this Writ. ~Witness, J. F . B L ACKBURN , Clerk of _our said r,urt, at the Cou,rt Hou,se, the ··· ... ...., 1 9 . ?./1 and in the 14 . .....t h year of the Commonwe alth . .. .........day of ....... ·····~ . . .. . . . . . . . . f.;t.&~ .d.v.?..~ . . . . . ... .., Clerk. New1-Record, Harrisonburg, Va . 0 �L �In the Nam e of the Comm onwe alth of Virginia: To' the Sheriff of Rockin gham County , Greetin g: You, are hereby comm anded to summo n. ·::.... ~·~iiiiA·.-- ·~ ·M · . . . Count y, at the Court to appea r before the Judge of the Circui t Cow·t of Rocki ngham of . Hou,se thereo f, at 10 o'clock , a. m ., on the ... ...... ~ .............day t ..... to testify and the truth to say in behalf of the Commo nwealt h agains ~ 1 9 ..~ . ................... . 75 :~ ...... . _ · · · · ··· · · eanor . who stands charge d with and ,t ndicte d for a felony misdem £ 100 . .11.nd have then .11.nd this ... ...... ~ . .. .shall not omit under the penalt y of and there this Writ. at the Cou,rt House, the Witnes s , J . F. BL.11.CKBUR.N', Clerk of our said Court, . . ....., 19.~ .frand in the 14 ..~ th year of the Comm onwea lth .-J.=.d ay of.......... ............... Clerk. . . . . . . . . ..... . ..~µ .~ ~· · · ··· · , Newa-Reco rd. Harrisonb ur~. Ya. 0 ��In the Name of the Comm onwea lth of Virginia : To the Sheriff of Rockingh am County, Greeting : You are h ereby comman ded to summon ......... the Court to appear before the Judge of the Circuit Court of Rocking ham County, at ..............day of ~ . . .. ....... 1 9 ..~ House thereof, at 10 o'clock, a. m ., on the .. ..~ .... . to testify and the truth to say in behalf of the Common w ealth against . .... .................... - ... ... - tp_~ ~ . who stands charged with and indicted fo r a felony misdem eanor . then .11.nd this ..... . .. ~ ........ . shall not omit under the penalty of £1 00 . .11.nd have and there t h is Writ. the Witness, J . F . BL.11.CKBUR.H, Clerk of our said Court, at the Court House, ~ 1.....- .... .clay of .... ~ ..... .. .... ......, 19.~ and in the l 4 .• 0 ···uhyear ofthe Common wealth. 7 7 News-Record , Ha rrisonburQ, Va. :-: -: :-...fi~. ~~ . ~ . .. , Clerk. 0 �--~-- - �In the Name of the Comm onwea lth of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Rockingh am County, Greetin g: You are h ereby comma nded to sunimo n ... ·····················:::·::::·:::............. : : : ·: :.~ ::. ···1 County , at the Court to appear before the Judge of the Circuit Cour-t:._::1._ Rockin gham ... . 19 .. House thereof~ at 10 o'clock, a . m . , on the ... i.f..:::::: ........ day of' ~ d to te,tify and tM truth to s " y i ~ ~ a i n s t . .......•.•.•..•............... . ... . . who stands cha,~e d with and indicte d for a felony misdem eanor .......... shall not omit under the penalty of £ 100 . .Jl.nd have then .~ .Jl.nd this.. and there this Writ . Court House, the Witness , J . F . B L.Jl. CKB URN, Clerk of our said Cou,rt, at the 1 9 . 7and in the 14 .. .7..th year of the Commo nwealt h . ..~ ... d a y of. ... ~ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . P,. . ~.. { ~ News-Record. Har ri•onburf , Va. (/ ... , Clerk. ��In the Name of the Commonwealth of Virginia: To the Sheriff of Ro ckingham County , Greeting: You- are hereby comm,anded to su-mmon ... ··········· ·7 ······················· ·· ······ 19.~7 to appear before the Ju,,d_ge of the Circuit Court of' Rockinghwno 'oun; ~,, at the Court Hou,se thereof', at 10 o'clock, a . m. , on t h e . ..\L... ...d a y of - - ; : ; -··· ....... to testify and the truth to say in beha lf of the Commonwealth aga ·nst ............................. ................... ············ · ······· ······· ···· ················· ···········•······••··· ····················· ··· · · -~ ·· ······· · ~ nds c h a ~with e d and indicted for a ~ misdemeanor . .11.nd this.. ......... shall not omit under the penalty of £100. .11.nd have then and there this Writ . Witness, J . F. BL.II.CKE URN, · Clerk of our sa,id Cou,rt, at the Court House, the /. ... day of. ·h. , . News-Record, Harrisonburg, Va . 19 .b '/-and in the 14. 'Cfh year of the Commonwealth . &.+- ~~.~ , (/ Clerk. ��In the Name of the Commo nwealth of. Virginia : To the Sheriff of Rockingha m County, Greeting: You, are hereby com,1nand ed to sunim,on ... -------- John .~ .. :1J.~.Y.~.,)(-..'.,L..•.?.~?:CI.:.~~~................................... . ------- ·· ········· · to appea,r before the Ju,d.J!e of the Circu,it Cou,rt of Rockinjfh am, County, at the Cou,r t 16th ........day of'.. Hoit,se thereof, at 1 0 o'clock, a. m., on the..... June ... 19.2..~.. , to testif y and the tn.1,th to say in beha,lf of the Comnionw ealth bef ore the Grand Ju r y .......... ........ James ... Bruce ..... who stcmds charjfed with and indicted for a felony misdemec rn,01·. .11.nd this .. ... ~'ll..~Y.. .. . .......shall not omit under the penalty of £ 1 00. .!Ind hnve then nncl there this W rit. Witness, J. · F. BL.11.CKBUR.N', Clerk of our saicl Cou rt , at the Cour t House , the 11. ... .... day of'. ... J:un.e News. Reco rd, Harrisonburg, Va. . . . r .: ......, 19 24., cmd in the 14.FJ ....th year of the C01nmon wealth. ~ c A £1,,, t, er , cze,-k. �Qom. vs Jam es Bru ce Erand Jur y ��/ • - �• �- I .L~ I �.; • 'r • f �JAM·ES BRUCE ads Indic tmen t for a Misdr . (Proh ibitio n) . \ 7:1 COMMONWEAL TH ( -' ~ f:_.___ ' I , • '{] 1- . J J •. /. J • , .. . 'l /L( 1.~, ~ { ' •- • .S r L t,1'""'-- -----~,O 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 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. James Bruce Description An account of the resource Misdemeanor; Guilty Subject The topic of the resource Misdemeanor guilty posession of ardent spirits Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1924 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights. (<a href="https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/</a>) Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context RcPr-box3-060 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Rockingham County Circuit Court Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available JMU Libraries Bruce https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_003_032-commonwealth-v-james-c-armentrout-et-al-.pdf 8aab8912c23490f63508be53b79d88ff PDF Text Text Commonwealth of Virginia, COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, To=wit: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF SAID COUNTY: The jurors of the Commonwealth and now attending the said Court at its.ht~ upon their oaths present thatr W~ of Virginia, in and for the bocly of the County of Rockingham, ................................... f.~; term, in the year 19,62 .. , ..~ ..... ~-Jr/~ .. ..... k~ ..~................................................................................. . against the peace and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia. ······ ·········································· ..................... Clerk. �• 'S~c_-JJ2<.d.. ' ' - Commonwealth vs. . ~· { INDICTMENT . ·(p·~--~0,-/2;;¥.W.1.;. /~7············ ..··)···· .N~~w~ "-~~ A TRUE ------~--• BILL. • • ♦ Foreman . � 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 1902 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. James C. Armentrout et al. Description An account of the resource Defendants charged with felony train obstruction. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Train Obstruction 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_003_032 Armentrout Cole Herndan https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/ccr001_006_190-commonwealth-v-james-c-armentrout-et-al-.pdf 52d3f894b79481f7e6ab9341944b6f39 PDF Text Text �... 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Ta.}:';)Lend a.cknowl"''<l.ge1. before :ar,·1uonburg, tn the naid count; an<1 State, n:.o, 111 tho tct;tn at tr.e /\fl} 111(\ yo r ~w, i,,wn oi' l!~!"".'inonmi.,,r,-! ex-of:f'1c1o a J\wttoo 01 tl.~ euc.i. ~ ill {If-~,, .( 'I~l,l,, -/4 { vk/i ;;,,t// -- fa 0: /~/C. .,/(A" rcry,., �� 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 1912 Title A name given to the resource Commonwealth v. James C. Armentrout et al. Description An account of the resource Defendants charged with felony assault. Subject The topic of the resource Felony Assault 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_006_190 Armentrout Cole Herndon Womack https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_017_045.pdf 0f5427ac99ce2fae1dd380e1b3e8371c 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. James Cook 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 assault by stabbing, cutting, and wounding with intent to maim, disable, disfigure, 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_045 Cook Garner