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We will apply insights from game theory to explain human social behavior, focusing on novel applications which have heretofore been the realm of psychologists and philosophers—for example, why people speak indirectly, in what sense beauty is socially constructed, and where our moral intuitions come from—and eschewing traditional economic applications such as industrial organization or auctions. We will employ standard games such as the prisoners dilemma, coordination, hawk-dove, and costly signaling, and use standard game theory tools such as Nash Equilibria, Subgame Perfection, and Perfect Bayesian Equilibria. These tools will be taught from scratch and no existing knowledge of game theory, economics, or mathematics is required. At the same time, students familiar with these We will apply insights from game theory to explain human social behavior, focusing on novel applications which have heretofore been the realm of psychologists and philosophers—for example, why people speak indirectly, in what sense beauty is socially constructed, and where our moral intuitions come from—and eschewing traditional economic applications such as industrial organization or auctions. We will employ standard games such as the prisoners dilemma, coordination, hawk-dove, and costly signaling, and use standard game theory tools such as Nash Equilibria, Subgame Perfection, and Perfect Bayesian Equilibria. These tools will be taught from scratch and no existing knowledge of game theory, economics, or mathematics is required. At the same time, students familiar with these

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John Thomas, soldier, convicted of stealing slippers John Thomas, soldier, convicted of stealing slippers

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Edward Fenn, bobbin weaver, convicted of stealing clothes Edward Fenn, bobbin weaver, convicted of stealing clothes

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Stephen Monaghan, convicted of stealing money Stephen Monaghan, convicted of stealing money

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Harriet Davison, convicted of stealing money Harriet Davison, convicted of stealing money

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Ballykinlar internment camp players: a troupe of prisoners formed during their period of internment Ballykinlar internment camp players: a troupe of prisoners formed during their period of internment

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Mary Erskine Christie

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Mary Erskine Christie was sentenced to 6 months in Newcastle City Gaol for thieving money from a person in 1873. Age (on discharge): 20 Height: 5.4 Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Place of Birth: Newcastle Status: Single These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1161 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number.

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William Smith

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William Smith stole money and some scales in 1873 and was ordered to do 2 months at Newcastle City Gaol. Age (on discharge): 25 Height: 5.3 Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Place of Birth: Sheffield Status: Single Occupation: Printer These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1149 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number

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Ann Wood

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Ann Wood was sentenced to do 2 months in prison after being caught stealing money. Age (on discharge): 30 Height: 5.3� Hair: Brown Eyes: Blue Place of Birth: Cramlington Status: Married These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1145 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number

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Along with James Davit and William Cotter, Thomas Smith defrauded another gentlemen in 1873. Thomas was sentenced to carry out 3 months in Newcastle City Gaol. Age (on discharge): 32 Height: 5.5� Hair: Brown Eyes: Grey Place of Birth: New York Status: Widower Occupation: Shoemaker Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1140 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number.

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George Bell

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For stealing a watch, George Bell was sentenced to 2 months in Newcastle City Gaol in 1873. Age (on discharge): 24 Height: 5.4� Hair: Brown Eyes: Grey Place of Birth: Hexham Status: Single Occupation: Striker These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1137 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number.

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William Badger

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William Badger was sentenced to 6 months at Newcastle Gaol for stealing a watch in 1872. Age (on discharge): 20 Height: 5.0 Hair: Brown Eyes: Bluish Grey Place of Birth: Newcastle Status: Single Occupation:Shoemaker These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1133 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number.

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Joseph Robson, convicted of stealing a bird cage

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Joseph Robson was convicted of stealing a bird cage on 24 February 1873 and was given a 6 month sentence. He had three previous convictions during the period 1870-1871, including a three month sentence for stealing a gun. Age (on discharge): 32 Height: 5? 7? Hair: Dark brown Eyes: Hazel Place of Birth: Newcastle upon Tyne Status: Single Occupation: Mason These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference:TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1290 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk.

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As strange as it sounds, William Bell was caught stealing some beef and was sent to Newcastle City Gaol. Age (on discharge): 32 Height: 5.5� Hair: Brown Eyes: Light Blue Place of Birth: Newcastle Status: Married Occupation: Blacksmith These photographs are of convicted criminals in Newcastle between 1871 - 1873. Reference: TWAS: PR.NC/6/1/1131 (Copyright) We're happy for you to share this digital image within the spirit of The Commons. Please cite 'Tyne & Wear Archives & Museums' when reusing. Certain restrictions on high quality reproductions and commercial use of the original physical version apply though; if you're unsure please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk. To purchase a hi-res copy please email archives@twmuseums.org.uk quoting the title and reference number

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