Morris v. Torch Club, Inc.

I agree with the decision but concur to explain to the parties where I think we are in this lawsuit. In my judgment we have held that Act 132 of 1969 does not necessarily violate Initiated Act 1 of 1942.

The initiated act prohibits the “manufacture, sale, barter, loan or giving away” of any intoxicating liquor in dry counties. It does not outlaw individuals from possessing or drinking liquor. That simply means the people in dry counties do not want liquor sold in those counties. The letter and intent of the act should be strictly enforced. It is common knowledge that the operation of some…