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
Minot Memories is a blog that pertains to the city of Minot, ND. It is brief glimpses of people, places, things and events of Minot's past that will provide some insight into the history of Minot. This photo Main Street looking south from the railroad tracks about 1940
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