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 1860 Census

Below is a listing of those who were enumerated as being in the penitentiary in 1860 and the reason for incarceration, as stated.  It is only assumed that this is the state penitentiary.  Further research is required.

Refugio Post Office, Mission Refugio Precinct, 13th of July, by A.S. Thurmond

 

Page Dwelling Family Surname Given Name Age Sex Occupation Place of Birth
56 Penitentiary
25 years
   Stevenson James 50 M Laborer La
56 Penitentiary
Murder
   Stevenson Caroline 44 F    La
56 Penitentiary
Manslaughter
   Franks Wm. 40 M B Smith Tx
56 Penitentiary    Duke Thos. 20 M Farmer Texas

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