Minot Memories is a blog that pertains to the city of Minot, ND. It is brief glimpses of people, places, things and events of Minot's past that will provide some insight into the history of Minot. This photo Main Street looking south from the railroad tracks about 1940
Monday, June 29, 2015
Escape Proof Jail – Early 1900's
In the early 1900’s
Minot was bragging about an “escape proof jail.” The new jail was to located in
the basement of City Hall. The new jail had four cells of “unusually sturdy
construction”. They were said to be as secure as good construction and good
materials could make them. The City Hall at that time was on First Avenue,
across from the First Avenue Building. The new Central Parking ramp will cover
that location. The City Hall at that time also housed the Police Department,
The Fire Department as well as the City Council chambers
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