First Jail in Sevier County
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brwhiz
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This Historical Marker is mounted on the fence surrounding the historical displays at the Lime Kiln just north of Richfield, Utah.
Waymark Code: WMGMRT
Location: Utah, United States
Date Posted: 03/21/2013
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First Jail in Sevier County
The first county jail was built in 1879, and was located on Third North and Main Street. It joined the county court house on the east. The jail consisted of two cells built by spiking 2 x 4's and nailing them together. The cells were plastered. The roof was shingled and was supposed to be rainproof. A high board fence was built around the lot. The bed ticks were filled with straw and a board served as a bed.
Marker Name: First Jail in Sevier County
Marker Type: Roadside
County: Sevier
City: Richfield
Addtional Information: Not listed
Group Responsible for Placement: Not listed
Date Dedicated: Not listed
Marker Number: Not listed
Web link(s) for additional information: Not listed
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