Non-musical history for today: 1920 – Alcohol Prohibition began in the United States as the Volstead Act went into effect. It was a stupid, stupid, stupid attempt to control people. This country has had some embarrassing moments; this is but one. Another will happen in three days.

Music history, album anniversaries, birthdays, and deaths for January 17.

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