One example: On May 15, 1930, the Pittsburgh Press reported that federal agents raided a floating speakeasy and gambling parlor called the Showboat, stationed on the Allegheny River by Sixth Street, according to the article. "[Four] held in raid on 'Show Boat' by Dry Sleuths," the headline read. "Bottles of Guests and Roulette Seized; Park Promises State Action."
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This is a really compelling piece of Pittsburgh history that I had heard nothing about before reading this article. I think the combination of events proves to be an exciting night and I hope that they we’re incredibly successful in their party last night. It was also really interesting to find out more about Pittsburgh Burlesque scene. As a former history major it really excites me when this sort of history and live entertainment can merge into one event. I think it is really a fun way to communicate history, though all of the facts and accuracy might not be there exactly, it opens a very user friendly door to invite people to come have a new experience and to learn along the way. Though it may go against the history aspect of the evening I think that the fact the company put their own contemporary twist on the evening is a great way to both enhance the experience for the guest as well as celebrate their company.
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