The “whiskey sixes” would run to
Canada and back in the late spring through the fall, until the snow came. The price
paid to the runners for running from their start to Canada and back varied. The
amount ranged from $100.00 to $500.00 per trip. A lot of money was made in a
very short time if you wanted to take the risk.
Liquor Raid – Aug 15, 1939 – One of
the biggest prohibition raids in Minot took place on this day. Nineteen people,
10 men and 9 women were arrested. The raid was conducted by Federal agents from
North Dakota and Minnesota. Search warrants were obtained for 12 establishments
but only 8 were actually entered. Three establishments had heavily barred doors
so tear gas was used to drive out the suspects and gain entrance. Charges of
possession and selling intoxicating liquor were filed …. These charges carried
a maximum fine of $10,000 and 5 years in prison per charge or both
No comments:
Post a Comment