Glen Rose Moonshine Raid, The
Glen Rose Moonshine Raid, The by Martin Brown, published by Arcadia Publishing in 2017, explores a significant event during Prohibition in the United States. This 112-page book delves into the tumultuous atmosphere of Glen Rose, where local residents openly defied Prohibition laws, leading to a dramatic confrontation with Texas Rangers and undercover agents sent by Governor Pat Neff. The narrative captures the complexities of law enforcement and community resistance during this era.
Readers will find a detailed account of the events surrounding the 1923 raid, including the arrests of over fifty individuals, such as the sheriff and county prosecutor. The book also highlights the violent response from local citizens, culminating in the assassination of a key operative. Through a blend of historical context and true crime elements, this edition presents a vivid portrayal of the tensions between law enforcement and the community in the Southwest during a pivotal time in American history.
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With hills studded with whiskey stills and cisterns brimming over with beer, Glen Rose operated in concerted defiance of one of Prohibition’s chief champions, Governor Pat Neff. In 1923, Neff dispatched Texas Rangers and undercover agents to do the job of the unwilling local law enforcement. More than fifty men were arrested, including the sheriff and the county prosecutor. Outraged, the town’s most prominent citizens stalked the Rangers and their agents, assassinating the primary operative in an ambush and further escalating the affair. Author Martin Brown follows the frenzy of the raid and its aftermath.
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