This is a rare and fascinating document from the early days of the American prison system. It is a newsletter, produced by and for the inmates of the Joliet State Penitentiary in Illinois. The newsletter includes articles, poetry, and artwork, all created by the prisoners, as well as news and commentary on life inside the prison. The document provides a unique window into the daily routines and concerns of the men who lived there.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.