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How Prohibition Worked
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Prohibition was a constitutional amendment banning the sale and production of alcohol in the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at prohibition and why it failed.
Ridiculous History: When Doctors 'Prescribed' Alcohol During Prohibition
One unlikely group legally provided easy access to alcohol during Prohibition: doctors. Learn about this bit of ridiculous history at HowStuffWorks.
How Al Capone's Mobsters Outmuscled Chicago Milkmen
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After Prohibition, Al Capone's mob seized control of the milk market, which led to conflict between the mob and unions known as the "Chicago milk wars."
Why are some national contests invalid in certain states and other countries?
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Why are most national contests in the United States, void in Rhode Island? And what does "void where prohibited" mean? Also, why are these contests open only to U.S. (and sometimes Canadian) residents?
The Ultimate Fair Debt Collection Act Quiz
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Not being able to pay a debt you have incurred can be a very unpleasant situation, and debt collection agencies might make it even worse. But what are the limits of the ways they can attempt to collect their debts? Take this quiz to see how much you know about the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
What Is Moonshine and How Is Moonshine Made?
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Moonshining has evolved from backwood stills in the South. In fact, it's downright trendy in some bars. But, why is homebrewing and winemaking legal, but not distilling your own moonshine?
What are the top supplements for Olympic weightlifters (and can they help me)?
Do you know the top supplements for Olympic weightlifters and how they can help you? See this list to learn about the supplements for Olympic weightlifters.
10 Completely Archaic Laws Still on the Books
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There are lots of weird, archaic laws on the books. Learn about some of the most bizarre and completely archaic laws still on the books.
Which NASCAR Driver Are You?
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NASCAR is full of over-sized personalities. Any competition at this level will attract its share of egos, but NASCAR is a uniquely American sport, and its history reaches back to prohibition when rum runners would race their souped-up getaway cars. Which NASCAR driver are you?
You Can't Name Your Baby That!
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Naming a new baby can be a tricky business. HowStuffWorks looks at some caveats.