The Missouri State Penitentiary was established in 1833 via a bill passed by the state legislature; and the first prisoner was incarcerated in 1835. Inmates constructed the main prison building from rock quarried at the site in 1836. The penitentiary closed on September 15; 2004; and plans are in place to redevelop the site into offices for state agencies and private enterprises. The Missouri State Penitentiary was once considered one of the largest maximum-security penal institutions in the United States. After 550 serious assaults occurred inside the prison in the early 1960s; Time magazine called it �the bloodiest 47 acres in America� (although the walls of the penitentiary only contained 37 acres). The penitentiary had the distinction of housing some very famous individuals: boxing champion Sonny Liston learned to box there under the direction of the prison chaplain; infamous gangster Charles Arthur �Pretty Boy� Floyd spent time there; and James Earl Ray was an escapee when he shot and killed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. A Delightful Romp with an Enchanting CoupleBy Mikes CallsA delightful romp through a surreal landscape that dances along the edges of our real world. Each vignette with its accompanying slice-of-life story draws you closer into the lives of Horace and Agnes and had me eagerly turning the pages to learn more. Kepkarsquo;s photography and styling are sublime; making great use of the vintage palette and found objects. The writing is both clever and heartfelt without ever becoming twee. Itrsquo;s a fine line that Dowling walks with true skill. From the very beginning; I found myself happy to be traveling through their world. I highly recommend inviting yourself in to spend some time with this enchanting couple.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Like being in another worldBy amy aBrimming with color; creativity; and witty banter; this book will make you feel like you are in another world. The characters are so deeply and richly developed; you are invested in their story from the very first page. The heartwarming love story could be told through the photos alone; each picture like a window to the souls of Horace Agnes and their many friends and neighbors. This book is truly a delight to read; a perfect pick-me-up. Well done!3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Horace and Agnes are everyones favorite grandparents. Agnes is constantly nagging HoraceBy JiggyJWhat a charming couple! Horace and Agnes are everyones favorite grandparents. Agnes is constantly nagging Horace. On the surface; he seems annoyed; but deep down you can see he wouldnt have it any other way. This is delightful book about a charming; loving couple. The photos will transport you and make you wish you could party with the Groomsbys and their friends.
