The History of Pinellas County Sheriff's Office
Schedule
Wed Oct 09 2024 at 06:00 pm to 07:00 pm
Location
610 S Fort Harrison, Clearwater, FL, United States, Florida 33756 | Clearwater, FL
OCTOBER 9, 6 PM – The History of the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office- Ret. Lt. Penny Cooke, historian, archivist…
Voters approved the creation of Pinellas County Sheriff’s Department in 1912, choosing Marvel Whitehurst to lead it, running after a host of colorful criminals. Bootlegging, moon shining, and gambling were daily occurrences. Jail escapes were not uncommon, and newspapers reported how inmates sawed their way through the iron bars with tools smuggled in from the outside.
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Hear how the Department has evolved to face the ever-changing challenges over the past century.
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Please join us for this fascinating talk.
ADMISSION is FREE! Donations are accepted.
610 S Ft Harrison Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756
727.754.8019
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PLUS, ENJOY A SPECIAL TREAT! Delicious cookies, compliments of Claudia’s Heaven Flan and Cakes in Clearwater.
Always made from scratch, with the highest quality ingredients.
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A copy of the official registration (CH# 58300) and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services on their website (www.800helpfla.com) or by calling toll-free 1-800-435-7352 within the state. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State.
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610 S Fort Harrison, Clearwater, FL, United States, Florida 33756
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