Mallory

Historical marker location:

Bostwick, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of Bostwick Road (Georgia Route 83) and Wallace Road, on the right when traveling north on Bostwick Road.)

Marker installed: 2009

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.