Today in Supreme Court History: October 21, 1919

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Blackman, J. (2026, October 21). Today in Supreme Court History: October 21, 1919. Reason. https://reason.com/volokh/2026/10/21/today-in-supreme-court-history-october-21-1919-8/

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On October 21, 1919, the U.S. Supreme Court heard a case that had significant implications for alcohol regulation in America. The details of the specific ruling or arguments presented are not provided in the given excerpt. This historical date marks an important moment in judicial history regarding Prohibition-era legislation but lacks specifics about its immediate impact or the full context of the proceedings.

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