West Virginia, Marshall County, Moundsville
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Established, 1866, A prison for
men and women convicted of
felonies until prison for wom-
en was established at Pence
Springs, 1947. Capital criminals
were hanged here, 1889-1950.
Electric chair used until death
penalty was abolished. 1965.
(Notable Buildings) Includes location, directions, 8 photos, GPS coordinates, map.
Established, 1866, A prison formen and women convicted of
felonies until prison for wom-
en was established at Pence
Springs, 1947. Capital criminals
were hanged here, 1889-1950.
Electric chair used until death
penalty was abolished. 1965.
(Notable Buildings) Includes location, directions, 8 photos, GPS coordinates, map.