Dr. Chapmon Powells Medicine House and W.J. Houston Plantation
Historical marker location:
Decatur, Georgia
( Marker is on Clarimont Road (Georgia Route 155) 0.2 miles south of North Decatur Road, on the right when traveling south.)
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In the early 20th century, Georgia was known for its "convict leasing" system, which allowed companies to lease prisoners from the state for labor. The system was abolished in 1908 after investigations revealed widespread abuse and mistreatment of prisoners.