Photos from The Wild West That Were Preserved Forever

The Anti-Saloon League

Women were not allowed to enjoy a drink at a saloon back in the Wild West days. A group of women formed the Anti-Saloon League which became the most powerful prohibition lobby in America. If they couldn't enjoy a drink, no one could! 

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The More You Know

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