Idahoans Spill The Suds On Repeal Day

By Gemma Gaudette

Published December 5, 2018 at 2:54 PM MST

The night Prohibition ended - December 5, 1933.

The Volstead Act was repealed 85 years ago, allowing Americans from Seattle to Key West to imbibe legally. Idaho Matters looks at the impact of Prohibition in the Gem State and the revelry that followed its repeal.

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Gemma Gaudette

Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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