In 1910, if someone said they were “blowing the peter,” — it’s not what you’re thinking. From approximately 1890 to 1919, that term meant they were going to blow-up a safe to rob it, and the person doing it was likely a yeggman, slang for safe robber. If someone wanted to buy some “happy dust,” … Continue reading Criminal Slang Glossary for 1890 to 1919