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Former Gov Patterson Denounces Liquor at Columbus Rally
Former Tennessee governor M R Patterson spoke against the liquor traffic at a large Columbus gathering calling for a saloonless nation. He recounted his personal conversion from pro prohibition stance, condemned saloons as social plagues, and urged state and local action to end liquor, detailing impacts on crime, families, and public welfare.
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