Crusaders, Inc.

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The Crusaders (f. 1929) were an anti-Prohibition group in Cleveland, Ohio, that campaigned for the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution through popular mass education, though the group advocated teetotalism. The Crusaders claimed to have chapters in 100 cities, though the organization's leader, Fred G. Clark, lived in Cleveland, where the group was founded by several young businessmen. They sponsored radio debates and political candidates.

From the guide to the Crusaders, Inc., Report, ca. 1931, (Western Reserve Historical Society)

Founded in Cleveland in 1929, The Crusaders, inc., were an anti-prohibition group that campaigned for the repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment through popular mass education. The Crusaders were led by Fred G. Clark and several young Cleveland businessmen and claimed to have chapters in 100 cities. They sponsored radio debates and political candidates.

From the description of Report, [ca. 1931]. (Rhinelander District Library). WorldCat record id: 22652906

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  • Liquor laws
  • Liquor laws
  • Prohibition
  • Prohibition
  • The Crusaders, Inc

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