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Why America outlawed Pinball in the 1940s


Eldorado

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"Today’s its a fun relic of arcade game glory and a way to pass the time on a laptop.

"But during the early years of its life pinball held a much different place in society.

"Authorities frowned on the early layout’s ties to gambling. Churches felt scandalized by how the game encouraged vices. Gamblers couldn’t get enough."

Full story at DoYouRemember: https://doyouremember.com/123500/america-outlawed-pinball

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11 hours ago, Eldorado said:

"Authorities frowned on the early layout’s ties to gambling. Churches felt scandalized by how the game encouraged vices. Gamblers couldn’t get enough."

There was one at the local 7 Eleven I must of stuck thousands into. :unsure2:

I'd stop for coffee and just couldn't resist. :no:

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Over here in the 70's every milkbar,take away shop had one,you competed against your mates for bragging rights.It really sucked when it tilted.

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