Reformatory For Women
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member Paintedwarrior
N 37° 43.488 W 080° 39.030
17S E 530799 N 4175339
Tells about an institution to reform women.
Waymark Code: WMECR9
Location: West Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 05/08/2012
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member flyingmoose
Views: 8

Reformatory For Women

The only Federal industrial institution for women is one mile west. Established by an act of Congress, June 7, 1924. Received first tenants, April 30, 1927. Formally opened Nov. 24, 1928. Stresses rehabilitation and industrial education.
Marker Number: none

Marker Title: Reformatory For Women

Marker Location: South West of Alderson on Co. Rd. 3/17

County or Independent City: Alderson

Web Site: [Web Link]

Marker Program Sponsor: West Virginia Historic Commission, 1965

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