Prohibition Amendment News Today

Prohibition, legal prevention of the manufacture, sale, or transportation of alcoholic beverages with the aim of obtaining partial or total abstinence through legal means. Most countries that have experimented with the ban have soon lifted it, including the United States. Learn more about prohibition.

On Jan. 16, 1919, the Prohibition amendment was passed, making St. Louis and all cities officially dry despite widespread flouting of the law. Gangs like Egans Rats, Hogans and the

News Journal archives from the week of Jan. 14 include Prohibition amendment ratified, Packers win first Super Bowl, American hostages free from Iran

Jan. 14

In response to John Majors article, Congress cannot nullify a Constitutional Amendment. Remember, the Prohibition Amendment had to be canceled by another Constitutional Amendment, ratified by two-thirds of the states,

115 Years Ago, December 1, 1908

A century ago, Napans of all ages enthusiastically celebrated Halloween. The late-October, early-November issues of the Napa Daily Register featured detailed articles, announcements and ads about the local 1923 festivities.

Do you support book banning?

Pauline Sabin was a freedom-loving heroine.

This calendar lists theatrical productions and other unique entertainment events.