Access to this collection is generously supported by Arcadia funds. Text from newspaper caption: “Wiggles,” a trained shephard [sic] and ex-trouper, not only is an enemy of purse-snatchers, but also is a great protection to children of San Fernando, who are the victims of reckless drivers. Above photo shows him rushing Betty Lou Turner from the path of one who made a right turn. “Wiggles” knows more than forty tricks. Mrs. Jessie Erwin, his owner, can’t convince him that he is now officially “retired”. Text from negative sleeve: 2437—"Dog Wiggles” trained shephard [sic] protects Betty Lou Turner from reckless drivers in San Fernando. Dog is retired from vaudeville. 8-26-35. [Stamped:] OCT 15 1935.
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Image
Format
b&w nitrate negative
Identifier
uclamss_1429_8874 ark:/21198/zz002dgtvv
Language
No linguistic content
Subject
Girls--California--San Fernando Automobiles--American--California--San Fernando Working Dogs--California--San Fernando Turner, Betty Lou, 1926-1995
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