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The day Prohibition started
One minute after midnight on this day in 1920, the Volstead Act became law and Prohibition descended on the United States, making it illegal to possess...
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John Champion
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17th January 2023 at 23:46
Today is also Muhammed Ali's birthday. I'd like to think the champ has earned a drink. Maybe a Shadow Boxer or a Knockout Martini?
Simon Difford
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18th January 2023 at 08:01
Thanks, John. Great suggestion. Shadow Boxer gets my vote.
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