The Anthony Weekly Bulletin Harper County Friday August 20, 1897 Tiger Bassett died last Friday night. Tiger was only a dog, but he was a dog with a history. He had the distinction of being the victor in more dog fights than any dog in the county; he was as far as is known the oldest dog in the county and had paid dog tax oftener than any dog, and had a large acquaintance. Outside of his love for a rough and tumble fight he had few vices and many virtues. He was a faithful friend and ally, and was especially kind to children. He was buried with honors due a dog of his character and it will be some time before he is entirely forgotten by his friends.