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Church Opposition to Distillery Bill Grows in North Carolina
Organized church groups briefed residents and prepared to fight a bill allowing state supervision of whisky production. Critics argued the plan would boost farmers and industries, while opponents warned of political maneuvering and Easter Monday surprise. The Senate committee debated rules and timelines as supporters pressed for approval amid a polarized, high-stakes clash between church leaders and distillery backers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Raleigh
Church
ABC Board
Senate
Anitariaa
Stockard
D. P. McFarland
Christian Action League
McFarland
R. B. Guthrie
Sanford
Herman Moore
Mecklenburg
Senate P
Guthrie
North Carolina
Moore