Reformatory For Women
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
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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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