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Hedrick's was known locally as the political beer, because the Hedrick Brewing Company was owned by Albany political boss Dan O'Connell and his family. It was reputedly Albany's most popular beer after the repeal of Prohibition in 1932, being sold in practically every bar and store.
Hedrick Lager Beer Six-Pack
Hedrick Brewing Co., Inc., Albany, New York
Tin and cardboard, c. 1960
AIHA Collection: Gift of Anna Cipollo
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