Prohibition Collection (#7)

Prohibition party leaders of 1884. Date c1887 June 9

A scene from the show Broadway, New York, 1926, which also played London in 1927 and was a comedy, musical drama providing a view of the effects of prohibition and the cabaret scene in New York Date

Caricature - William Eugene Pussyfoot Johnson
Satirical postcard, railing against the arrival in Great Britain of William Eugene " Pussyfoot" Johnson (18621945), a leading American advocate of prohibition

Trading with Indians
Native American Indians trading goods on the platform of a train station for a bottle of liquor from a gentlman in a straw boater, U.S.A. Date: early 1930s

Prohibition Raid
Customs officials of the motor boat Marjorie seizing bottles of contraband champagne off Mont Auk Point, Long Island, New York, U.S.A. during the Prohibition. Date: 16 December 1929

The Ship Tavern, Little Turnstile, Lincolns Inn, London, used as a shelter for priests during the persection and prohibition of the Roman Catholic religion. Date: established 1549

No firearms prohibitive sign for weapons at entrance to bank, worlds most northerly town, Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, august

No fouling sign. Sign in a public space indicating that dog fouling is prohibited

PROHIBITION: REPEAL, c1933. Democratic party banner, c1933, celebrating Prohibition repeal used at political rallies and for campaigns

The Smokers Turn
Prohibition in the USA : - Beware, Mr Smoker, your turn is next !

No Fun warning sign, Stanley, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China, Asia

Beer Poured Overboard
Arriving at New York, USA, the French liner Paris is forced to pour its beer overboard

Band of Hope Prize
C.E.T.S Church of England Temperance Society ? All England Challenge Competition for Band of Hope, Diocese of Canterbury, Herne Bay Branch. Claude Watkins wins a prize

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"Prohibition: A Sobering Era of Crayfish and Controversy" In the early 20th century, a wave of temperance swept across America, giving rise to one of the most notorious periods in history - Prohibition. As we delve into this captivating era, we discover intriguing hints that shed light on its impact. No. Crayfish require these drinks. This peculiar proclamation reminds us that even crustaceans were not spared from the consequences of Prohibition. The ban on alcohol left no stone unturned, affecting every aspect of society. A Swedish anti-Prohibition poster from 1922 captures the sentiment against this movement. It serves as a powerful reminder that opposition to Prohibition was not limited to American shores but resonated globally. Revenue agents with confiscated bootleg liquor at Washington, D. C. , in October 1922 provide a glimpse into the cat-and-mouse game between authorities and those determined to keep spirits flowing during this dry period. These agents fought tirelessly to enforce an unpopular law while facing ingenious methods employed by bootleggers. The image of a Prohibition Ball in 1918 transports us back to an era where clandestine gatherings became symbols of rebellion against restrictive laws. Dancing feet moved rhythmically amidst secret whispers and hidden flasks, defying societal norms. But amidst all the revelry and defiance lies another side – "Is that You, Daddy?" An American cartoon published by the Anti-Saloon League around 1917 highlights children as innocent victims caught in the crossfire of alcohol abuse. It serves as a poignant reminder that behind every bottle there are real lives affected. Fast forward to Greenwich Village after repeal; it's evident how lifting Prohibition brought about profound changes. A scene at a bar showcases jubilant faces raising glasses once again legally – celebrating newfound freedom after years spent thirsting for liberation from prohibitionist policies.