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Bootlegger explains the illegitimate market in Seattle liquor
A Seattle Star interview with a leading bootlegger outlines three “knockover king” groups abusing Prohibition aims. Law officers steal seizures and aid raids for pay, while other bootleggers and “joints” underprice, water down, or counterfeit liquor. Moonshine and drugstore vendors are touched on, with hints at ongoing protective networks and raids.
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Vancouver
Matt Starwich
Connec
Gordon