"Joe Blow" the traffic hazard, in series

Creator

Preview

Identifier

20064450

Description

The Fort Worth Star-Telegram is running a series on driving safety. Playing the role of a careless driver "Joe Blow," the traffic hazard , is Marcus Curd. Motorcycle officer Roy Gibson is writing Joe Blow a ticket. While the officer's back was turned, Joe stuck out his tongue and made a face. The officer caught the gesture and remarked that Joe would learn to respect the dignity of the law. Officer Gibson is dressed in his uniform. Mr. Curd is wearing a hat and a button-up shirt. Published in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram evening edition, September 11, 1946.

Archival Date

1946-09-06

Collection Name

Fort Worth Star-Telegram Collection

Collection Number

AR406-6-1898

Original Format

Negatives, Black & White

File Format

JPG

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License

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Subjects

Drivers; Automobiles; Police; Traffic regulations; Ticketing