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Today In SCV History: April 23, 1940 - William S. Hart Seeks Justice After Beloved Dog Is Shot
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Today In SCV History: April 23, 1940
Source: KHTS Hometown Station
Date: 04/23/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
**April 23, 1940: William S. Hart Files Criminal Complaint After Beloved Dog Is Shot**
On April 23, 1940, silent film star William S. Hart traveled from his Newhall ranch to Los Angeles to file a criminal complaint after his Great Dane was shot and wounded by a 20-year-old local man. The suspect pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty and firearm charges, and the dog later recovered. The incident drew public attention, reflecting Hart’s continued prominence in the community during his retirement years in Santa Clarita.
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Date: 04/23/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
**April 23, 1940: William S. Hart Files Criminal Complaint After Beloved Dog Is Shot**
On April 23, 1940, silent film star William S. Hart traveled from his Newhall ranch to Los Angeles to file a criminal complaint after his Great Dane was shot and wounded by a 20-year-old local man. The suspect pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty and firearm charges, and the dog later recovered. The incident drew public attention, reflecting Hart’s continued prominence in the community during his retirement years in Santa Clarita.
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