Old Coffee Road

Historical marker location:

Cecil, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of A-Ray Street (U.S. 41) and Old Coffee Road (County Route 31), on the right when traveling south on A-Ray Street.)

Marker installed: 1954

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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.