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Given the absolute hatred many Americans have for smoking, opening a business dedicated to its enjoyment may seem odd.
"I wanted to provide a place for people to smoke their cigars without being bothered." says Ben Thorman, owner of the Private Smoking Club.
The club, located in Mt. Lookout Square, accommodates smokers, while offering them much more than an abundance of ashtrays and a protester-free environment.
Amenities include:
* a full retail tobacco store with 30 different types of tobacco and 250 styles of cigars.
* a gourmet coffee bar
* a spirits and liquor bar * upscale desserts
* cigar and tobacco accessories, including magazines and catalogs
* three smoking lounges.
* cigar storage lockers
Thorman also has electrical outlets for those smokers who want to bring their portable computers to the club. A copier and fax machine are available for public use as well.
Thorman is optimistic about...