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Minnesota's Most Notorious: Where Blood Runs Cold
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History and Daily Life at the Minnesota State Prison
The chapter provides a detailed look into the history of the Minnesota State Prison in Stillwater, discussing its origins, expansion, unique features like the prison yard, and the daily routines of prisoners in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It delves into topics such as the selection of prison locations, inmate grading systems, prison abuse, punishments, and efforts by different wardens to improve conditions for the inmates. Additionally, the chapter touches on issues like overcrowding, the construction of a new prison, and a major fire incident that impacted the facility.
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