What was Warden Lawes' stance on capital punishment?
A man walks down a hallway through an open gate at Sing Sing prison in 1932.
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Warden Lawes, who served at Sing Sing for 21 years, was against capital punishment and never attended executions. He was influential in promoting the idea that crime does not pay, a message that resonated with many Americans.
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What actions did Warden Lawes take regarding executions?
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How long did Warden Lawes serve at Sing Sing?
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Who were the people that worked alongside Warden Lawes?
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What slogan is associated with the idea that crime does not pay?
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