“When I sell liquor, it's bootlegging. When my patrons serve it on a silver tray on Lakeshore Drive, it's hospitality.”
Quote by Al Capone
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Al Capone
Al Capone, born on January 17, 1899, was a notorious American gangster. He rose to prominence during the 1920s Chicago crime era, controlling illegal gambling, bootlegging, and violence in the city. Known for his ruthless methods and ability to evade law enforcement, Capone died on January 25, 1947, in Miami, Florida. more
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