Warden Joel R. Moore describes outmoded treatment of inmates at Southern Michigan State Prison

The transcript discusses the harsh punishment systems of the past, focusing on methods like isolation with bread and water. It highlights the psychological effects on prisoners, who often became numb and resentful. Despite the harsh conditions, some prisoners showed resilience and resistance, driven by their hatred towards the guards.

Describe the old time, brutal system of punishment mentioned in the text.

What were the conditions like for a man put into the hole?

What emotions did the man experience during his punishment?

How did the man in the hole cope with his situation?

What was the role of resentment and hatred in the man's survival?