Quick Fact – Gambling Tools’ Fate

Casino History, Chicago--Illinois, Did You Know?, Gambling History, Gambling Laws / Regulations, Gambling: Equipment, Gaming History, Quick Facts, United StatesLeave a comment

1895 Chicago gamblers waged a long, hard legal battle against the law that allowed police and other authorities to destroy casino equipment seized during the execution of a search warrant. The fight ended, however, in 1895 with the Supreme Court of Illinois ruling that the legislation was constitutional — a major blow to casino operators and…

Quick Fact – Out Of The Loop

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1895 When two small boys appeared in a San Francisco, California court for shooting craps, the arresting officer testified. Then this transpired: Judge: “Are you sure the boys were shooting craps?” Officer: “Of course, I am.” Judge: “How many dice were they using?” Officer: “Four.” Judge: “Case dismissed. I would advise you to study the…