Key West Dry Days Spark Bootlegging Tales in 1920s Florida
In Key West a porter recalls pre Prohibition slang and a taxi driver’s promise of cheap drinks. A legal-discretion room at the county courthouse overlooks lawmen and coast guard HQ, while bootleggers ply sugar cane rum and other spirits amid a populace shaping public sentiment and tolerance for liquor.
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Met
Western Union
Coast Guard
Moores
Bostleggere
Paratise
Key West
Fla
Taft
Magere
Main Street
Try This For Neuritis and Joint Pain Relief
Neuritis may affect a single nerve or many nerves. A quick penetrating remedy dispensed for months, rubbed over the affected parts for a minute, promises no trace left. Joint-Wase claims to ease stiff joints swelling and pain. sold widely at Wareham's City Pharmacy and other druggists for 50 cents.
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Wareham
Bootleg Cargo and Prohibition Conspiracy in Key West
A period piece describes bootleg liquor at a Key West port with brands such as Johnnie Walker Canadian Club Old Crow and Benedictine. The text laments bootleggers risks including cargo loss and craft, noting many trafficking routes by rail and agents convinced of a large prohibition conspiracy.
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Halg & Hala
Johnnie Walker
Old Crow
Chartered Oaks
Green Alvar
Old Jordan
Canadian Club
Btar
Hanneway- Paralta
Gordon Dry Gun
Creme de Menthe
Key West
Prohibition
Seizure of Carload Triggers Local Curb on Goods
Authorities seized a carload of goods amid ongoing anti hoarding efforts. Investigations continue into other suspected consignments while Key West residents enjoy affordable items at reasonable prices.
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Key West
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