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Father of Governor Argues Against Liquor-By-The-Drink
In Raleigh Gov Jim Hunts father James B Hunt Sr urges lawmakers to oppose mixed drink bills as voters rejected liquor by the drink in 1973. He says the public spoke and legislative action would be a fat cat move. The joint ABC committee hears more opposition from ministers and local leaders.
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Gov. Hunt
Raleigh
Jim Hunt
Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee
James B. Hunt
Wilson County
North Carolina
Hunt
ABC Liquor Systems
William A. Wallace
Rocky Mount
Christian Action League
Coy Privette
Baptist State Convention