Before proceeding, please note this article includes content some readers may find upsetting. Reader discretion is advised. Every luxury item has its hidden costs. These are sweatshops for handbags or blood diamonds from illegal mines. Now, as recent reports reveal, there are hidden costs for cigars as well. The tobacco industry has long carried an… Continue reading Blood, Sweat, and Tears: The Cuban Tobacco Industry and Forced Labor
John's Cigar Store, established by Russian immigrant John P. Alperson in early 20th century Omaha, was a key player in the local tobacco scene. Known for its engaging ads and humor, the shop eventually transitioned to Alperson's Men’s Store in the 1920s, marking the end of its vibrant presence.
Tobacco, it’s a social time to smoke, unwind after a long week of the daily grind. Spend an evening with comrades, coworkers, family, or a lover if you've lucked into partnering with a fellow fan. Usually though, sometimes sitting and watching the rain while smoking one can get... well, bored. So many a smoker takes… Continue reading Sharp Mind, Slow Burn: Games to Play with a Cigar in Hand
How do you say “screw you” in just 500 square inches, in front of a cigar shop, no less? Simple: be stubborn. Real stubborn. Let’s take a metaphorical stroll to New York City. Specifically, to 110 7th Avenue South, in the heart of Greenwich Village. There you’ll find a tiny red corner building, or at… Continue reading Hess Triangle: The Smallest Piece of Land in NYC
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