Whole Country Goes Dry – January 16, 1919
JANUARY 16, 1919

Whole Country Goes Dry

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January 16, 1919 · The Washington Times, Washington, D.C.

The story behind the piece

Nebraska ratified the 18th Amendment on January 16, 1919, making it the 36th state and putting national Prohibition into the Constitution. The Washington Times answered with one of the boldest headlines of the era.

Look for the boxed chart "States Which Ratified the Amendment," listing all 36 states in order with the date each one voted.

Details

  • Archival Matte Print: Giclee print on acid-free archival matte paper. Ships rolled in a protective tube. Frame not included.
  • Framed Print: Archival matte print in a solid wood frame with a clear protective front. Arrives ready to hang.
  • Gallery Canvas: Premium canvas stretched over a wooden frame with a protective coating. Arrives ready to hang.
  • The image: Restored digital reproduction of the original artifact. Natural aging and imperfections are part of the character.

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