Intrigued by a seemingly ordinary street name? 🤔 You won't believe the real story behind Depot Street in Harrisville, NY! 🤫 This dead-end road, home to the historic Trackside Tavern (est. 1880s!), holds a "dirty little secret" that has nothing to do with trains. 🚂
Forget what you think you know! We're diving deep into the Prohibition era to uncover how Depot Street earned its name. Hint: it involves more than just hardware stores! 😉
A Tavern's Secret Past
This episode unearths the surprising past of Trackside Tavern, which started as a humble general store but secretly became a bustling bootlegger's depot. 🥃🤫 Discover how locals cleverly used the name "depot" to keep their clandestine operations under wraps.
Join us for a fascinating glimpse into Harrisville's rebellious spirit and the brave individuals who kept the good times flowing during the "dry" years. 🍻
Today, as you enjoy a drink and a bite at Trackside Tavern, you're soaking in more than just local flavor – you're experiencing a piece of the town's secret history! 👀
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Episode Chapters:
- 00:00 The Mysterious Depot Street
- 03:22 The Legend Lives On
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Listen closely... can you still hear the echoes of the past on Depot Street? 🤫
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