Category: Gambling & Prostitution History
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My Book List
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Too High For His Nut
Definition: — beyond someone’s grasp, or beyond their station or where they should be grasping. “That rascal wants to be paid like a senator. He is getting too high for his nut.” Definition derived from the grammar-corrected version of the Oakland, CA, Tribune on Jan. 12, 1885.
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Mobsters in Newport History
The Northern Kentucky area was heavily influenced by members of the famous mob gang called the CLEVELAND SYNDICATE during the 1930-1970’s. They were Moe Dalitz, Cleveland Syndicate Head Sam Tucker–ran illegal booze from Canada during prohibition Louis Rothkopf–ran illegal booze still operations during prohibition Morris Kleinman–ran breweries in Cleveland
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Gambling & Prostitution in No. KY
A bit of local history for you. During the 1930-1970’s Northern Kentucky, especially Newport, was a mecca for illegal gambling and prostitution. People came from around the world for the entertainment. The area was frequented by famous stars, some for fun and some entertaining the masses. These were among the, at least, nine “major…
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Shoddyocracy
Historical Slang Definition: People who provide shoddy services or sell shoddy material. “The wagon I bought from the shoddyocracy of a town blacksmith, busted to shambles upon our trip west.” … Lyndi Rees
Lynda Rees, Author, The Murder Guru 