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Spread of Prohibition
- When
- 1851-1855
- Where
- Maine
Word of the law's passage quickly spread, leading twelve states to join Maine in total prohibition by 1855.
Word of the law's passage quickly spread elsewhere in the nation, and by 1855 twelve states had joined Maine in total prohibition. These states were known as "dry" states, contrasting with "wet" states where no prohibition laws existed.
Sources
- Maine Liquor Law Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-15
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