On This Day | Bootlegging Before Prohibition
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Chief Smith informs us that conditions are such that it is hard to get the evidence on the bootleggers. A man wanting booze, asked of some one on the street where it can be procured, and he calls his pal, perhaps a bootlegger himself. The pal says he knows where booze can be bought, takes the money, goes to his ‘plant’ and gets the whiskey, returning with it, as tho he had merely been sent on an errand. Two prisoners were released last week with just such evidence against them.
— September 25, 1913 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
Even before prohibition was a thing in the U.S., it was a thing in North Dakota. We came in as a dry state, and did not turn ‘wet” until after federal prohibition ended.
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Future Fun
In Theaters
Madagascar @RooseveltParkZoo
Friday, September 26th
Join us for a magical night at Roosevelt Park Zoo as we screen “Madagascar” under the stars this Friday, September 26th. Bring your blankets and chairs for a cozy evening of family fun and discovery! #FamilyFun #ZooNight #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Hazel @OakParkTheater
Friday, October 3rd
Experience the gripping tale of survival in “Hazel,” premiering at Oak Park Theater in Minot on Friday, October 3rd. Don’t miss the chance to see this thrilling story unfold on the big screen with showings at 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm. #HazelMovie #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
The Haunting of Hill House @MouseRiverPlayers
Friday, September 26th — Sunday, September 28th
Experience the chilling adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s “The Haunting of Hill House” as Mouse River Players kicks off their 54th season in downtown Minot. Don’t miss this thrilling performance running September 26-28! #HauntingOfHillHouse #MouseRiverPlayers #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Sober October Benefit Concert @CitzensAlley
Saturday, October 4th
Join us for the Sober October Benefit Concert at Citizens Alley in downtown Minot on Saturday, October 4th, featuring exciting performances by THE CHOKE CHERRIES, Dakotah Faye, and Vanity Plate. Support IMC garage band scholarships and honor Brock Zavalney with a suggested entry of $5-$10. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocalBands #SavorMinot
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