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It Would Be The End Of Prohibition For Harry
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Harry didn't know what the big deal was. Sure, alcohol was prohibited (it was called Prohibition after all) but it was readily available if you knew where to ask. Harry knew where to ask.
His favorite place to get a bottle was the jazz joint by the river, the one popular with the colored folk. As far as Harry was concerned, they had the best gin and the best music. There were plenty of white folks there too, but Harry did his best not to be seen.
If his Ma ever found out he was drinking on a school night...
From Guest Contributor Jesse Debbins
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