“Grave charges have been made against ‘Napoleon,’ the burly brindle bulldog who possesses almost human traits of reasoning. The varied exploits and adventures of ‘Napoleon’ have made his name a household word among the town and gown.
But like many other great personages, ‘Napoleon’s’ horizon of fame threatens to be darkened by a cloud of suspicion. In other words, ‘Napoleon’ is charged with intemperance.
Certain citizens have heard that ‘Napoleon’ has fallen from the proverbial waterwagon of dogdom and allows himself to be fed schooners of beer by students in downtown cafes. It is furthermore asserted that, after he has imbibed more than sufficiency, he trots out of the café and waits for the ‘jag’ car [last trolley up East Hill] to come along, then boards it and goes up the hill.
Certain persons, fearful that ‘Nap’s’ mentality may be impaired by these sprees, are thinking seriously of bringing the matter to the attention of the local S.P.C.A.”