In August 1943, two magnificent buildings appeared in Las Vegas at the same time.
One is called "Black Stone".
One is called "Saint Louis Castle".
Everyone knows that these are two competitors.
Before the casino was nearly completed, the two rivals had already begun to do their best.
What displeases Siegel, the owner of St. Louis Castle, is that the construction of his casino has been significantly slowed down due to constant police interference.
He could only watch helplessly as the Black Stone's construction speed kept pace with his own, or even earlier.
But the strange thing is that Blackstone could have opened first, but they did not do so. Instead, they chose to open on the same day as themselves.
In Siegel's view, this was a naked provocation.
He must fight back forcefully.
Siegel had already imagined that on the opening day, he would spend a lot of money to invite Hollywood stars to build publicity for his casino.
Then the fame of St. Louis Castle will spread quickly.
However, what made him even more displeased was that all the Hollywood stars had been invited in advance.
For example, Louise Rainer, Bette Davis, Katharine Hepburn, etc.
It was Blackstone Casino that invited them.
The rest are all third-rate or even unknown stars.
Siegel was very reluctant to have such a situation arise.
But if there were no celebrities in attendance on opening day, St. Louis Castle would be embarrassed.
What's even more ridiculous is that those third-rate celebrities have actually increased their appearance fees.
It's not unusual for this to happen.
Now, everyone knows that two casinos were born in Las Vegas.
And it opened on the same day.
These stars who were not invited by Blackstone knew that St. Louis Castle would not be able to do without them.
If you don’t take advantage of this time to make more money, then what are you waiting for?
Siegel, who had no one to invite, had to spend more money to invite these celebrities whom he didn't like at all.
August 2nd is a day that will always be remembered in Las Vegas.
On this day, two luxurious entertainment venues opened simultaneously on this once desolate land.
It seems that Black Stone has more face.
They invited most of the officials headed by Las Vegas Mayor Gregg Mond.
There are also a large number of stars in Hollywood.
What excites these stars who are accustomed to big scenes the most is that the person who comes to greet them is not actually a car.
Instead, a carriage!
Yes, a vintage carriage!
The carriage style of the last century, or the beginning of this century, even the coachman has changed into an old-style tuxedo.
They politely invited these celebrities to get on the bus.
One per person.
The celebrities were very excited. They originally came with a working attitude, but now they are completely different.
This makes them feel like they are back in the gold mining era.
This also makes the celebrities invited by the St. Louis Castle Casino a little envious.
Of course, they don't particularly care.
They are here to work, not to enjoy themselves.
The St. Louis Castle Casino arranged limousines for them.
But just as the car was driving halfway, a large number of police officers led by Captain Morrison stopped them.
Siegel's men got out of the car and were very dissatisfied: "Captain Morrison, is it illegal for us to drive?"
"Yes, you broke the law."
Captain Morrison said extremely seriously: "According to the laws of Las Vegas, driving a car is a serious violation."
What?
Siegel's men wondered if they had heard wrong.
Is it illegal to drive on the road?
Is there any law more ridiculous than this?
"I have to ask you to go to the police station with me."
Even thinking about it, Morrison found it absurd.
That was just yesterday. The mayor called Director Nestor and him to the mayor's office.
There, in addition to the mayor, there was Judge Marcelo, and a middle-aged wretched man.
"Attorney Hanson Glenn."
Hansen introduced himself.
"Mr. Mayor, is there anything important?" Director Nestor asked the question he was most concerned about.
Mayor Greymond's expression was a little strange: "Let Lawyer Hansen tell you about this."
Lawyer Hansen looked solemn: "This is a country where the law determines everything, but in Las Vegas, a city that was once great and is about to become even greater, a case that seriously undermines the law is about to happen. .”
Director Nestor was confused: "Please be more detailed, Mr. Lawyer."
Hansen gradually became excited: "According to the laws of Las Vegas, in order to prevent the horses from being frightened, any act of driving a car is illegal!"
"ah?"
Even as police chief, Nestor found it baffling: "What kind of law is this?"
"Although it sounds incredible, I have to say that it is true." Judge Marcelo was also slightly embarrassed: "This is indeed clearly written in the laws of Las Vegas."
This is an ancient law.
Everyone knew it was absurd to the extreme. However, due to funding issues, no changes have been made. Although this law continues to this day, no one takes it seriously.
However, this lawyer named Hansen Glenn solemnly introduced this law.
The law is the law.
Hansen said angrily: "Tomorrow, the St. Louis Castle Casino will use a large number of cars to welcome his guests. This is an open defiance of the great law."
How to say this?
The director rides in the car, the mayor rides in the car, and the judge also rides in the car when going out.
So, it is equivalent to saying that they also violated the law.
Change now? There simply wasn't enough time.
Changing the law is no small matter.
"I demand that they be arrested when they commit criminal acts tomorrow!"
Hanson made this righteous request.
Okay, got it.
That's what it's like against St. Louis Castle Casino.
"Captain Morrison." Nestor smiled bitterly: "When they commit crimes tomorrow, I hope you will appear in front of them."
"Yes, Director, I will."
Morrison certainly knows what to do.
Mayor Greymond was a little helpless: "So, how should we go to Blackstone tomorrow? Walk?"
"There is no need to worry about this, Mr. Mayor." Hansen said with a smile: "Blackstone Casino has arranged carriages for our distinguished guests."
He blinked slyly: "I also think this law is unreasonable, so we should revise it as soon as possible in the future."
future?
Who else but a lawyer like you would take this kind of inhumane law seriously?
Unlucky St. Louis Castle, how did you choose this kind of opponent to cause trouble for yourself?
