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CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. Deplorable Condition of New York Police if the Dry Sundays Continue
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CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. Deplorable Condition of New York Police if the Dry Sundays Continue
CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895.
Deplorable Condition of New York Police if the " Dry Sundays" Continue. Cartoon, American, 1895
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1895 Alcohol Blue Laws Drinking Extra Legal Liquor New York City Political Store Sunday Mumm Police Officer
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The print titled "CARTOON: BLUE LAWS, 1895. Deplorable Condition of New York Police if the Dry Sundays Continue" captures a powerful political statement from turn-of-the-century America. This thought-provoking cartoon, created in 1895, sheds light on the consequences of enforcing strict blue laws that prohibited alcohol consumption on Sundays. In this lithograph, we witness the deplorable condition of New York City's police force as they struggle to maintain order amidst the continuation of these dry Sundays. The streets are filled with chaos and disorderly conduct as men desperately seek ways to quench their thirst for liquor. Late-night drinking establishments become overcrowded and overwhelmed by an influx of customers seeking solace from their parched throats. The artist masterfully portrays the dire situation faced by law enforcement officers during this era. We see exhausted policemen attempting to control unruly crowds while simultaneously dealing with their own frustrations over these restrictive laws. This image serves as a reminder of how legislation can have unintended consequences on society at large. It prompts us to reflect upon the impact such regulations had on individuals' lives and raises questions about personal freedoms versus societal norms. As we delve into history through this photograph, it is evident that even though times have changed since 1895, debates surrounding alcohol regulation continue today.
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