The Pennsylvania Journal of prison discipline and philanthropy (Vol. VIII, No. III, July 1853)

"The Pennsylvania Journal of Prison Discipline and Philanthropy" by the Philadelphia Society for Alleviating the Miseries of Public Prisons, is a nineteenth-century journal focused on reshaping how society views and manages prisons. The writing examines the shift from harsh treatment of prisoners to a more caring approach, advocating for thoughtful reform and kinder practices within correctional facilities. Examining the changes in prison systems through historical context, it praises the move toward isolating prisoners as a way to encourage positive change. While acknowledging the improvements made, the text urges further advancements in the pursuit of a compassionate, humane, and practical prison system focused on actual rehabilitation.