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The One Armed Bandit Across America
A national look at slot machines driving embezzlement deaths and ruined finances. Reports show millions gambled yearly, with underworld ties and police pressure. Minnesota curbs prove effective. New Albany ends slots after a deadly day of political pressure and public outrage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chines
Underworld
Chicago Crime Commission
International Police Chiefs’ Association
Cook County
Frank Costelo
Florida
Anton Miller
Peoria, Inc
U. S. Treasury
Washington
Illinois
California
Minnesota
Luther Youngdah
Minnesota Church Council
Minneapolis Tribune
Youngdahl
New Albany
Ind
Chamber of Commerce
Dudley Jewell
Jewell