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As the newspapers reported itRover the dog's traffic-code charge

1 day of original coverage, September 23, 1926, one clipping a day from the papers of 1926. Newest last, the way readers lived it.

Thursday, September 23, 1926

Milwaukee · the defendant is a dog

As printed: City Charges Dog With Violating Traffic Code

The Milwaukee Leader, Milwaukee, Wisconsin: City Charges Dog With Violating Traffic Code

ContextA Milwaukee man sued a city employee for $50 over an August 31 mishap involving a pail of tar. The city attorney's office has filed its defense, and it names the plaintiff's dog.

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