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COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA,
COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-w it:
I n the Circ uit Cour t of sa id Coun t y :
The grand juro rs of the Commonwealth of Virg inia in
and for the body of said ooun ty of Rock ingha m and now
atten ding said Cour t at its June term , 1933 , upon thei r oaths
do
pres ent that John L. Hasl er, Jacob Mill er, and Jonn Henr
y Madden, on or abou t Apri l 27, 1933 , in said coun ty, _ did
unlawful ly
'dist
illed
and felon ious ly manu factu re arde nt spir its (moo nshin e
liqu
or),
A
agai nst the peace and dign ity of the Commonwealth of
Virg inia .
This indic t ment i s found on the testim ony of W. E.
Luca s, G. A. Laws on, and s. V. Shif flett , witn esses sworn
in
Cour t and sent befo re the gran d jury to give evid ence
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Commonw ealth
v) Indictme nt
John L. Hasler
Jacob Miller
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John Henry Madden
Felony
June term, 1933
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True Bill:
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Witnesses : W. E. Lucas
G. A. Lawson
S. V. Shiffle tt
D. w. Earman
Commonwe alth's Attorney
�COMMON VEALTH
v.
JACOB MI LLER
CHARGE TO THE JURY .
I f you f ind the a c cus ed , Ja cob t ille
r , not gui lty ,
you wil l say so and no mor e .
If you find him gui lt y of manu fac turi
ng dis ti ll ed
a rde n t s p iri ts , a s c har g ed in the ind
ict men t , the n you wil l say
so and fix his pun is hme nt by con fine
men t i n the pen i ten t i a r y for
not l e s s tha n one yea r nor mor e tha n
fiv e y ea r s , or , in you r
dis cr et ion , by con fine men t in ja il
f or not l ess tha n six mon ths
nor mor e t han t we l ve mon ths , and by
a fi ne no t exc eed ing fiv e
hun dred dol lars .
�Commonwea l t h
v.
Ja cob Miller
Char ge t o the Jury
�Commonwealth of Virginia,
Rockingham County, To- Wit:
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BE IT R E ~ on ,h:
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=<y, wh~s,ifi <d "'his ,ufli,iency , 1fine befoce me,
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llail Commissienes.)
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V...... ,of tye said County of Rockingham,
and acknowledged themselves to be indebted to the Commonw ealth of Virginia each
in the sum of.. ........ ..... ..... .. .. ... ....... ...
.... Dollars,
to be levied of their respective
($.~.J..'a ...~~ ...... ),
use of the Commonw ealth of Virginia
rendered, and they each severally waived their homestead exemption to their recogniza
nce; yet upon this condition :
That if the~
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the Circuit Court o
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. .... ..... .... ....... ......... ...... shall personally appear before
.d"
ockingham County, at the Courthou se of said County, on the
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Tecm ,hecoof, being ,he
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.. ./ .. .-::.... .... ......... day of the
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19 .3~... , and at such other time or times to which the proceedings may be"--contin
ued or further heard, and before any
court or judge hereafter having or holding any proceedings in connectio n with the
said charge, and then and there answer
the Commonw ealth of Virginia concernin g a certain ..
sai
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.. whereof the
stands charged, and be bound under said recognizance until the
ge is finally disposed of or until it is declared void by order of a competen t court,
then the above recognizance shall
be null and void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect.
IN
WITNESS WHEREO F,
I hereunto affix my signature this ..... ..
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��Commonwealth of Virginia}
Rockingham County1 To-Wit:
BE IT REMEM~ERED, ,h>< on ,h,
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,jj' 'i d,y o f ~
.................
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.... ... ..... .. .. . . .. ..... ... ... , princip al and .
sfile<y, who jwtified <o his sufficiency, c,me befo,e
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., o~e said County of Rockin gham,
and a c k n o w l e d g e ~ be indebte d to the Comm
onweal th of Virgini a each in the sum of ... ... ..... .... .. .. .. ....
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rendere d, and they each severally waived their homest ead
exemp tion to their recogn izance; yet upon this conditi on:
Thar-i f- ehe- satd
.. . ... ·... ~ . .
..shall personally appear before
the Circui t Court of R ocking ham County , at the Courth
ouse of said County , on the
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, ,nd
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such oehee time o, ,,::~o•::::•
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.. .. .......... day of the
,:::,:edi~:; d := h:~~: ,nd b:f~:, ,n;
court or judge hereaft er having or holding any proceedings
in connec tion with the said charge, and then and there answer
the Comm onwea lth of Virgini a concer ning a certain ..
.. .... ... .... ... . ...... whereo f the
stands charged , and be bound under said recogn izance
until the
sJ:i
rge is finally disposed of or until it is declared void by
order of a compe tent court, then the above recogn izance
shall
be null and void; otherw ise to remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNE SS WHERE OF, I
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hereun to affix my signatu re this .. ..... ~.,1..~.
��Commonwealth of Virginia,
Rockingham Countg, To- Wit:
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surety , who justifie d to his
and acknow ledged themse lves to be indebt ed to the Comm
onwea lth of Virgin ia each in the sum of
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........... Dollar s, ( '$
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to be levied of their resp ect~ ~~d chatte ls, lands and
tenem ents, for the ase of the Comm onwealth of Virgin ia render ed, and they each severa lly waved
their homes tead exemp tion to their recogniz ance; yel upon this condit ion:
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........ shall person ally appea r before
am Count y, at the Courth ouse of said Count y, on the ....
................ ................ .......................................Term thereo f, being the ......
/ .7-'. ~day of .. .J. ~
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li!Jg7m ay be contin ued or furthe r
hea rd, and before any conrt or judge hereaf ter having or holdin
g any procee dings in connec tion with
the said charge , and then and there answe r the Comm onwea
lth of Virgin ia concer ning a certain
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charge d, and be bound under said recogn izan e..-1:1.ntil the charg
e is fin ally dispos ed of or until it is
declar ed void by order of a compe tent court, then the above
recogn izance shall be null and void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect.
IN WITNE SS WHER EOF , I
hereun to affix my signat ure this .......
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Rockingham County} To- Wit:
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BE IT REM~ MBER E:9 , that/ °)/,. ~ g
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me, .. .. ....... ..... .... ... .. ......... .. ... .. .... .. .. .. .................... ....
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.. ...... , of the said Coun ty of Rocki ngham ,
and ackno wledg ed themselves to be indeb ted to
the Comm onwea lth of Virgin ia each in the sum
of ..
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Dollac,, ($ . ..... .... ...... .. .... ....... .),
to be levied of their respective goods and chatte
ls, lands and tenem ents, for the use of the Comm
onwea lth of Virgin ia
rendered, and they each severally waived their
homestead exemp tion to their recog nizanc e; yet
upon this condi tion:
Th,< if th, ,,id
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< '..hall pmonally app= before
the Circu it Court of Rocki ngham Coun ty, at
the Court house of said Coun ty, on the ........ k'.
.. . .. .. .. -. ......... .. .... day of the
.. ... .. ....... .... ........ :-: .. .. .. .. ..... .. ... ...... .. .... .. .Term thereo
f, being the
day of .... ..... r .:....-.. .. .. .. ._ ........ ......... .. ......... ..... . ,
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.,.. .. , and at such other time or times to which
the· proceedings may be contin ued or furthe r
heard, and before any
court or judge herea fter havin g or holdin g any
proceedings in conne ction with the said charge,
and then and there answer
the Comm onwe alth of Virgin ia conce rning a certai
n ....../ .. .~ . s 1 '. :~....
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.. where of the
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uodec ,,id recogni,aoc, un<il dtt
charg e is finally disposed of or until it is declar
ed void by order of a comp etent court, then the
above recog nizanc e shall
be null and void; otherwise to remai n in full force
and effect.
IN WITN ESS WHER EOF, I
hereu nto affix my signat ure this ......).i( .
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Commo nwealth of Virginia , } T w· .
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These are therefor e, in the name of the Commo nwealth of Virginia , to comman d
you forthwi th to appre-
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�STATE OF VIRGINIA- COU NTY OF ROCKINGHAM, TO-WIT:
I, ... .. ... .. ....... ........ ...... .. .... ........... ... ......... ... ....... .. ..... . ............. , a Justice of the Peace in and for the County
of Rockingham, State of Virginia, do hereby certify that ...... ..................... ..... ..... .... ...... ..... ........ .. .. ... ... ... ... ... and
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. ............. .............. . .......................... ..... .. ... .. .. . ........ ... ... ............... as his suret ...... ,
have this day acknowledged themselves indebted to the Commonwealth of Virginia in the sum of
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...... Dollars ( $ .... .. .... .... ...... ) to be made and levied of their goods and chattels, up... ...... ..... .... shall appear before the undersigned or the
on this condition: That the said ..... .
Circuit Court of Rockingham County, on the ... .... ....... day of.. .
.......... , 193 .... , and not
leave hence without leave of the said Court, to answer the charge in this warrant, or to await the action of the
Grand Jury of the said County upon the within charge.
Given under my hand this, the ....... ....... day of ............ ... .... .... ....... ....... ... ....... ... ....... .. ., 193 ... ..... .
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�Common wealth of Virginia:
You are hereby commanded to summon . .
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to appear before the Judge of the ~ t i t _Court o Rockingham County, at thr Court Housr thereof,
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who stands charged
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there this Writ.
day of
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�In the Name of the Commonwealth of Virginia:
You are hereby commanded to summon .. ..... ?.1.: . . ~ ..'.
k i gham County, at the Court House thereof,
Court of ~oc~
to appear before the Judge of th~
at 9 :30 o'clock, a. m., on the
aunty Greeting:
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"day of .. ... .. . .. .
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to testify and the truth to say in 'r'J:.lf of the , ommoni ealth against
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who stands charged with anJ indicted for a felony misdem~lltiiQr.
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And this
not omit under penalty of £100.
there this Writ.
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.. . .................. _.. State .. .. .... .. .. .. ........ .. ............ He ld for Granc(Jury . .. .. .... .. .. ........ ...
Held fo r trial
.. ... .. .. ... .. ... ... Sentence .. .. ...... ..... ........ .
.. .. .years .... .. .. .... ... .
months.
Fine .. ...... .. .. .. . ... Costs ... . .... ... ... Time in jail.. . .. .. .. ........... He ld fo r pen it entiary .... .. ... .. .... ..
Held as insa ne ...
........... ... .. ... Held fo r other authorities ./. .
Behavior
Heigh
.. .Date di scharged
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Teeth marks .
Arm marks
Shoulder marks
....l.:7... .. ....
DESCRIPT ION OF PRISONER
..
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color of eye
.... ..Color of hair
.. ... ... ... .. ... ... .. ...... .. ....... .. ... .. ............. Hanel marks
.. .... ........ .. ... ..... .. ................ Face marks
........ ...... ....... .. ... ............. Back marks
Thigh marks .
.... ... ..... . .. ........... ,.. .................. .. .. .Knee marks .. _
Calf of leg marks
. .. ..... ....... ... .. ........ .. ................ ..... .. Foot marks ..
Fingers off ......... ... .. .. .. ...... .... .. .. ... .. ... ... ....... ... .. ............... Mole marks
Neck marks
Left arm marks
Left leg marks
... .. ... ..... ........... .... ............ .. ......... Breast marks
... .. .. ....... .. .... .. .. .. ..... .... ...... .. .... ........ .. Right arm marks .. ......... ..
...... ... .. ... ......... ............... ............ Right leg ma rks .... .... ...... ... .
Fine after prisoner at jail ; A mount to State $ .... .... ............. .. ......... A mount to City $ ....... ... .......... .
... ... ......... .... .. Deputy and
Jailor
.... •.. ... .. .. .. ..... . . ... .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. .... .. .. . . .. .. ... .. . ... . ... ...... ... ... ... .. .. ... Sheriff .
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��Prisoners Report of Rockingham County Jail
~Y / .. . . . .
Month of
d n ate cp ~itted
Sing!~
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Tim e in U. S ...
.ts person a drunkard? ...
... Occupation ...... ... ... .... Offence
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City O rdinan ce
......... .. ... ... ... .... ... ... ...... . . State .. ..... .... .. .... ..... ...... . .. H eld for Grand Jury
F in e ..
... Costs .. .. .... ..
..... ... .... years. .... ... .... .....
.. Time in jail
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Behavior
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... ...... ......... ... .. ..... ..... ....... ........ Face marks
Arm marks
Shoulder m a rks
..... ......... .... ...... .. ... ... .... .. .. ..... ... .... .. Back marks .. ... ....... ................. ........ ....... ....... ... ........ .. .. ... ...
.. ... .... ....... ..... ... ..... ... ..... ..... ........ .Knee marks
Thigh mark s .
Calf of leg marks .... ..... ..... ... .. ..... ....... .... ..... ....... ..... ........ Foot marks .. ... ... .......... ...... ...... ..... .. ..... .. .... .. ... .. ..... ... .. ...
Fingers off
.... .. .... .... .... ..... ..... .... .. ... .. ........... .. ..... ..... ..... . Mole 1narks ..... .... ... ... ..... .......... .... ... .... ... ........ ............... .... .
Neck marks
.... ......... .. ....... .... ..... .. .......... ......... .... .. .. . Breast marks
Left arm marks . ...... .. ..... ... ....... .. .. .... .......... ... ....... ... ... .... Right arm marks
Left leg marks
.. .... .. . ........ ........... .. .. ... ... ...... .. ... .... Right leg marks .
Fine after pri soner at jail ; A mount to State $ .. ....... .. ....... ..... ... ...A mount t o City$
... ... Deputy and
Jailor
....... ........ ....... ... ..... .... .... ... ..... .... ...... ..... ................ ... ... ... ...... .. ..... . S heriff.
��Prisoners Report of Rockingham County Jail
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..... years .. ..... ... ... .... month s .. ..
F in e ... ........ .... . ... Cost s
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nit enti a ry .. ... .... .. ...... .. ... .. .
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
Is Referenced By
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
Text
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Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. John L. Hasler, Jacob Miller, and John Henry Madden
Description
An account of the resource
Felony; Guilty
Subject
The topic of the resource
Felony
guilty
manfactured ardent spirits-moonshine
prisoner reports
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
1933
Rights
Information about rights held in and over the resource
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RcPr-box10-028
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
PDF
Source
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Hasler
Madden
Miller
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/81bc4d6dfd770f25f64ef54acfea77e6.pdf
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STATE OF VI RGI NIA ,
COUNTY OF ROCICT NGHA11 , to- viii t :
In th e Circui t Court of sa id Count y :
The grand jurors i n and for the body of s a id county of
Rockingham an d now at t ending said Court a t its February term,
1927 , upon t heir oath s do presen t t hat John Lam, with i n one
ye ar n ext prior to the findi ng o f t h i s i nd ictmen t , i n s aid
county of Rockingham, did unlawfully manufac ture , sell , off er ,
ke ep, st ore and expose f or sale , give away , transport , dispens e,
s olic it , adverti se and receive orde rs f or ardent spirit s ,
a gainst the peace a hd di gnity of the Commonwealth of Virgi nia .
The jurors a f oresai d, up on t heir oaths afo resai d do
fu rthe r present that John Lam, wi th i n one year next pr ior t o
t he f inding of t h is i ndic tment , in the said county of Rocki ngham, did unlawfull y have i n his p ossession arden t s pirits,
a gai ns t the peace and dig ni ty of the Commonwe alth of Virgi nia .
The jurors aforesaid , up on their oa ths afor esai d do
further p rese nt t h at Jo hn Lam , within one year nex t prior to
t he fi ndi ng o f t his i nd.ictment , i n the s a id count y of Rocking ha m, did unlawfully rec eiv e ardent sp irits, against t he pea ce
and di gn ity of the Commonweal th of Virgi nia .
This i ndic tmen t i s found on the test i mony of W. T. Rexrode and J . L. Dirti ng , wi tne sses s worn i n Court and sent be f or e the grand jury to give evidence .
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
Is Referenced By
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
Text
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Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. John Lam
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Indictment
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
Indictment
posession ardent spirits
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1927
Rights
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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
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RcPr-box6-034
Format
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PDF
Source
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
JMU Libraries
Lam
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/0f6d94e5716d25794f2b45a01d2ff462.pdf
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CO Wl'Y OP ?..O C:CC I JG' · 1~;: , to - wit :
I n the Cir cuit Co urt oi' S:1id County ;
The gr ana_ juro ns in an· for t he body of said_ Co unty of
Roc}:: ingham and now a tten ding said Court at i t s BebruartJ term ,
1 923 , upon their oat h s, do _ftresBut
t ha t Jo hn Lawson , Jr .,
with dm one year next prior to the fiudi1.g of this indict_ent ,
i n the s id County of : oc kingham , did unl.6.wful l y manufa ct ure ,
sell , offer ,
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for ardent spirit s , a gainst the peac e
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Co mmonwealth of Virgi nia.
The jurors aforesaid u on their oaths aforesaid do
further present t hat John Lawson , Jr . , within one year next
)rior to the fincling of this indi ctmen t in t he
ra id County
of Roe Kingham did unlawfully have in hi s pos s e ssion a st ill ,
sti ll c ap , wor • , tub , fern enter , 1:::,nd. other a. ppl iances
conne cted v1i th and used in the operation of a still , with out
having the ran e r cg is t er ed as required by law , ag inst the
peace and dignity of the Corn.onwealth of Vir ginia .
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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><br /><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
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Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. John Lawson Jr.
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
guilty
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
1923
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
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RcPr-box3-025
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
Lawson
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https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/7387efad92c94fc70502a226afb8b4a9.pdf
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COJvlMONV ALTH OF VIRGINIA ,
COU1 TY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit :
In the Circuit Court of said County :
The grand jurors i n and. for the body of
said county of Rockingham and now attending sa id Court
at its February term , 1927 , upon their oaths do present
that John Layman , within one year next prior to the find ing of this indi ctment, in the s aid county of Rockingham ,
did unlawfully have in h is possession a still , still cap ,
worm, tub, fermenter , and other appliances connected with
and us ed i n the operation of a still , without having t he
same re gistered as required by law, agai ns t the peace and
di gnity of the Commonwealth of Virginia .
This indictment i s found on the testimony of
J . L. Dirting , Jacob Lam, W. T. Rexrode, witnesses sworn
i n Court a nd sent before t he grand jury to give evidence .
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Title
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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.
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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1916-1933
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Layman
Description
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Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
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Misdemeanor
guilty
posession of still
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1927
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RcPr-box6-037
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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JMU Libraries
Layman
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_041.pdf
e61d8f9e8a44f2a57c510f341aa62dca
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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
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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PDF
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Layton
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
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_004_041
Layton
Spitzer
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_019_029.pdf
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Title
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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
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Lee
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1877
Subject
The topic of the resource
Larceny
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with larceny.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_019_029
Lee
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_032.pdf
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Title
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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
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Leonard
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1827
Subject
The topic of the resource
Theft
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with stealing.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_009_032
Leonard
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_009_035.pdf
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Title
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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
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
A name given to the resource
Commonwealth v. John Leonard
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1827
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
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Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
Ccr002_009_035
Leonard
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_044.pdf
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Title
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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
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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PDF
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Leonard
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1819
Subject
The topic of the resource
Attempted Murder
Description
An account of the resource
Dedendant charged with attempted murder.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Criminal
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
Ccr002_006_044
Leonard
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_002_075.pdf
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Title
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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
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Lincoln and John Kelly
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1812
Subject
The topic of the resource
Assault and Battery
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
An entity responsible for making the resource available
JMU Libraries
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource
Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Criminal
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
Ccr002_002_075
Kelly
Lincoln
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Prohibition_Records_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_001_084.pdf
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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1916-1933
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Pro001
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Commonwealth v. John Loe
Date
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1810
Subject
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Non-attendance
Witness
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Defendant charged with refusing to attend as a Grand Jury witness.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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Criminal
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Ccr002_001_084
Loe
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_007_057.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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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.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. John Loftus
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1821
Subject
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Threat
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Defendant charged with threatening to beat, wound, kill or do bodily hurt.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_007_057
Anderson
Loftus
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_069.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
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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.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. John Loker
Date
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1819
Subject
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Assault and Beating
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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Criminal
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Ccr002_006_069
Beam
Loker
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_003_056.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
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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.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
Date
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. John Loker
Date
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1814
Subject
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Assault and Battery
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Defendant charged with fighting by assault and battery. Not guilty
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_003_056
Fridley
Loker
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_002_060.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
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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.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. John Loker
Date
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1812
Subject
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Fighting
Description
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Defendant charged with fighting.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_002_060
Henton
Loker
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_006_007.pdf
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Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
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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.
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
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JMU Libraries
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1778-1971
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Ccr001
Ccr002
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Commonwealth v. John Magson
Date
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1818
Subject
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Assault
Description
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Defendant charged with assault.
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JMU Libraries
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
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PDF
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Criminal
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Ccr002_006_007
Magson
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/d9a7290bd09ac757eafd5898e785a37b.pdf
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COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA
COUNTY OF ROCKINGHAM, to-wit:
In the Circuit Court of said County:
The grand jurors in and for the body of said
County of Rockingham, and now attending said ·court at
its April term, 1931 , uppn their oa ths do present that
in said County
John Malone, on or about : January 10, 19rl, did unlawfull have in his possession about 171\
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spirits, against the pea ce and dignity of the Commonwealth of Virginia.
This indictment is found on the testimony of
W. T. Rexrode and J. L. Dirting, witnesses sworn in
court and sent before ~ e grand jury to give evidence.
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Title
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Rockingham County Prohibition Records: Criminal Cases
Description
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The first series of the Prohibition Records collection consists of all criminal case records associated with cases brought to the <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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
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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
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Malone
Description
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Misdemeanor; Guilty
Subject
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Misdemeanor
guilty
posesison of ardent spirits-17 pints
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1931
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RcPr-box9-036
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PDF
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Malone
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/a14c469f8463b6b07c18a79d38ee9047.pdf
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COMMO ~n :\L ~H OF VIRGIN IA ,
COUN'lY OP _ 0 ,KI N'.fHti .f , to-wit:
In t he circuit co urt of
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ter m, 1 92 1 , u p on t heir o ths , do present thBt John Ha l o ne
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ROCKINGHAM COUNTY,
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to appear and give evidence in behalf of the Commonwealth, on the exami ation touching the said offence.
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1'0 THE SHERIFF OF ROCK I NGI-1 A M COUNTY, GREETIN GS :
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found within your bailiwick, and him safely keep, so that you have his body forthwith before the
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Dublin Core
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Title
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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 <strong>Rockingham County Circuit Court</strong> 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. <br /><br />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
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Rockingham County Circuit Courthouse
Subject
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Prohibition--History
Prohibition--Government policy--United States
Prohibition--Virginia--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--History
Rockingham County (Va.)--Genealogy
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Date
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1916-1933
Identifier
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Pro001
Relation
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/7">Prohibition Records: Liquor Inventory</a><br /><a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/collections/show/6">Prohibition Records: Affidavits for Ardent Spirits </a>
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<a href="https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/items/show/4524"> Prohibition Records Finding Aid </a>
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Malone and Dan Hoy
Description
An account of the resource
Misdemeanor; Indictment
Subject
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Misdemeanor
Indictment
manufacture
sell
offer
transport
dispense
advertise
receive order for ardent spirits
Contributor
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Craig Schaefer, Kayla Heslin, Selena St. Andre
Date
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1921
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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
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RcPr-box2-007
Format
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PDF
Source
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Hoy
Malone
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_012_038.pdf
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Title
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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
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Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John Martz
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1842
Subject
The topic of the resource
Misdemeanor
Theft
Description
An account of the resource
Defendant charged with misdemeanor stealing. Not Guilty
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Annette Guild
Sydney Ring
Megan Pullen
Rights
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Format
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_012_038
Martz
-
https://omeka.lib.jmu.edu/erp/files/original/Rockingham_County_Criminal_Court_Criminal_Cases/Ccr002_004_072.pdf
f7c07c4e7ef8ae53d4f5204f6436a6dc
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court: Criminal Cases
Description
An account of the resource
This collection encompasses all criminal court cases adjudicated in Rockingham County from 1778 to 1971, spanning nearly two centuries of legal history. The records offer a comprehensive view of the county's criminal justice system, including charges ranging from petty theft and assault to more serious offenses like murder. Each case provides unique insights into the legal proceedings, punishments, and societal norms of the time, reflecting how local attitudes toward crime and justice evolved over the years.
Beyond the legal aspects, these records also shed light on the social, cultural, and political environment in Rockingham County, including the impact of historical events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the civil rights movement. Researchers will find cases involving enslaved individuals, early policing practices, and the enforcement of social and moral codes, offering a window into the daily lives and struggles of past residents. The collection serves as a valuable resource for understanding the community's response to crime, the development of legal institutions, and the broader historical context shaping the attitudes of crime in Rockingham County.
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Rockingham County Criminal Court
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1778-1971
Rights
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This work has been identified as being free of known restrictions under copyright law, including all related and neighboring rights.
Format
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PDF
Identifier
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Ccr001
Ccr002
Contributor
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Text
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Title
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Commonwealth v. John McCoy (a free negro)
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
African American
Free Person
Description
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Defendant charged with assault and beating.
Publisher
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JMU Libraries
Creator
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Rockingham County Circuit Court
Contributor
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Sydney Ring
MeganPullen
Rights
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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
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PDF
Type
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Criminal
Identifier
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Ccr002_004_072
Adler
McCoy