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Prohibition Debate over Houston Local Self Government
A Houston audience hears a charge that prohibitionists seek to crush local self rule and impose state and federal power over liquor policy. The piece argues for local option, warns against unregulated liquor traffic, and cites past enforcement via public sentiment and local action. It lists advocates and opponents, urging Texans to vote next year on prohibition.
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Houston
Texas
Watterson
Prohibition
Democratic Party
South