1. Synonyms for Bawdiest include raciest, coarsest, filthiest, rudest, vulgarest, obscenest, raunchiest, smuttiest, broadest and earthiest

2. In 1963, when Smull expressed an interest in transferring the liquor license to a new place at 413 Hennepin, he was met with opposition; Alderman Robert MacGregor called the Palms “one of the raunchiest operations in town.” USA Confidential included it in a list of places that “cater to the lowest winos and Blowsiest hags.”