Following the discussion in their previous podcast, Gena and Jean decided to explore the subject
of illegal alcohol a bit further. Their exploration into the subject of prohibition and bootlegging
makes for interesting conversation, but might also be part of your own family's experiences
in the 1920s and 1930s in the United States.
of illegal alcohol a bit further. Their exploration into the subject of prohibition and bootlegging
makes for interesting conversation, but might also be part of your own family's experiences
in the 1920s and 1930s in the United States.
Kurz & Allison, ©12 Oct 1888, accessed via Library of Congress
Here are their sources for that discussion:
History Channel Essay:
Ed Grabianowski:
Bootlegger's Wreck, © 21 January 1922, accessed via Library of Congress
Michael Lerner and the Ken Burns Special:
Wreck of Stutz Car with bootleggers, ©29 July 1924, accessed via Library of Congress
Bootlegging jargon: https://alcapones.com/slang_dictionary.php
Jean's father, L. Roy Wilcox, radio operator, August 1928
on bootleg operation in Lake Superior
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