The Roosevelt Hotel, a New York City landmark for over a century, once again faces an uncertain future. Last month, city ...

In 1932, Democratic presidential nominee Franklin Roosevelt (FDR) called for the repeal of Prohibition. The 21st Amendment was later ratified by the states. The 18th Amendment became the only ...

Elliott Roosevelt, Eleanor's father ... Congress passes the Eighteenth Amendment declaring Prohibition. Eleanor travels with Franklin on his campaign trail for the vice presidency; She becomes ...

Progressives sought the elimination of government corruption, women’s suffrage, social welfare, prison reform, prohibition ... was assassinated and Theodore Roosevelt took office in 1901 ...

Roosevelt was proactive in dealing with the ... Almost $1 billion was saved. Prohibition was unpopular and fuelling organised crime. 1933 Beer and Wine Revenue Act Prohibition was ended.