Wilmington, Del., June 6, 1905 – The city’s dimly lit saloons have long been a breeding ground for illicit activities, but this week, three of its most notorious establishments found themselves facing the wrath of Judge Edwin R. Cochran. In a bold move, the Municipal Court judge ruled that Leon Reinstein’s No. 21 East Front Street, James White’s Front and Poplar streets, and Charles Rex’s No. 8 East Second Street saloons were guilty of obstructing the public view by violating the screen ordinance. The decision sent shockwaves through Wilmington’s underworld, leaving many wondering if the good judge’s ruling would bring a much-needed sense of order to the city’s drinking dens.
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Key Facts
- State: Delaware
- Category: Public Corruption
- Era: Historical
- Source: Library of Congress — Chronicling America ↗
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