Williams v. State

DAVIDSON, Judge.

The unlawful possession of whisky for the purpose of sale in a dry area is the offense; the punishment, a fine of $250.00.

Appellant was the owner and operator of the Lamar Cafe, in Lubbock. Attached to, and operated in connection with, the cafe was a small dance hall, around the walls of which were “booths,” for the use of the patrons. A toilet was attached to the cafe, the use of which was available to the patrons.

Agents of the Texas Liquor Control Board searched the premises mentioned and found in and around the toilet three and one-third pints of whiskey, in pint bottles.…