Within Adobe Walls: A history of the Yuma Territorial Prison from 1875 to 1909 b

Description: Within Adobe Walls by Pete Smokey Dryer Within Adobe Walls chronicles the development of the Arizona Territorial Prison at Yuma, Arizona from 1875 to 1909, and what life was like for the 3000 criminals who spent "hard time" inside those walls. When first constructed, as permanent housing for Arizonas most dangerous long-term felons, the inmates were confined in a iron cage inside a cave hollowed out of the granite hill. With temperatures exceeding 110 degrees in the summer, it was dreaded by lawbreakers and soon referred to as the Hell Hole. Each successive administrator strived to improve the living conditions for the inmates in his care, and over thirty-three years, they added amenities that were unheard of in a prison of that era. Even so, prisoners still tried everything they could-legal and otherwise-to escape. There were 138 escape attempts, four riots, eight men shot and killed, and 111 deaths recorded there. Whether you are a Yuma area resident, a lover of history, or fascinated by tales of daring prison escapes, this well-researched book will not disappoint. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Details ISBN1665759127 Author Pete Smokey Dryer Pages 452 Publisher Archway Publishing Year 2024 ISBN-10 1665759127 ISBN-13 9781665759120 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-07-25 Imprint Archway Publishing Subtitle A history of the Yuma Territorial Prison from 1875 to 1909 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161251147;

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