Photos | Echoes of Prohibition
A glimpse into the past, this framed document unveils a Prohibition-era permit from the Palace Hotel in San Francisco, dated 1920.
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Nestled in the vibrant city of San Francisco, this historical artifact hails from the early 20th century, a time when the United States enforced Prohibition. The framed document is an Application for Permit Under the National Prohibition Act, dated February 25th, 1920. It represents a request to transport various liquors from the Palace Hotel to a specified location. The detailed listing of spirits—Old Crow Whiskey, Rye, Scotch, Jamaica Rum, and more—evokes the era's unique challenges and stories. Captured on December 21, 2024, this piece serves as a compelling reminder of a fascinating chapter in American history, blending art and documentation to offer insight into a bygone time.
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