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Breathalyzer Test Demonstration
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James Cowan drinking beer in preparation for a demonstration of police breathylizer tests and reactions of alcohol on potential drivers. The test program was conducted by the Madison Federal Safety Council, the Wisconsin State Patrol, and the Wisconsin Council of Safety.
May 14, 1964
Sroda, Richard
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