The Golden Age of the Slot Machine 1909-39
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Following this. representations were made to the
Commission by both BAMOS and the ACA .
However, arguments were concentrated upon
protecting machines other than the three-reeler.
it being considered a non-starter.
The report of the Royal Commission in 1933
confirmed the slot machine operator's worst
fears. It stated that gaming machines were
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undesirable . That the ex1stmg laws in England
were fairly effective but should be strengthened.
No special exemption was proposed from the
general provisions of the law in regard to games at
shows. Automatic machines and like contrivances
for the playing of games for a prize in shops.
fairgrounds , and other places or resorts should be
specifically prohibited. The 1933 report was to set
the tone in England for the next 28 years.
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