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Lookout House

1721 Dixie Hwy
Covington, Kentucky
Type: Illegal
Status: Closed
Open: 1933, Close: 1952

Originally founded in the 1850's as Rush's Tavern, it had a high cupola on roof which was used as a lookout, especially during 20's prohibition. Enlarged in the 30's to Bill Hill's Lookout House to host dance bands and large gatherings, it was converted by Jimmy Brink in the 40's into a 'premier entertainment center' which also had an illegal gambling club in the back, controlled by midwestern crime organizations. It became a very luxurious establishment presenting top name entertainers and comedians/performers from New York and California - rivaling nearby Beverly Hill Club in Campbell County south of Newport. A state raid in 1951 of the establishment netted 18 arrests and $20,000 worth of gambling equipment. It remained an entertainment center/club until the building was destroyed by fire in 1973. Photo from the 1950's.

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