Harry (“Indian”) Miller, proprietor of the Indian zoo and museum at Canyon Lodge, was bitten on the face early this morning by one of the gila monsters of his collection. He was rushed to Winslow for medical attention.
The reptile’s teeth were buried on each side of Mr. Miller’s nose and upper lip, and the unfortunate victim was compelled to tear the animal from his face, leaving seven gashes on his nose and face.
This is the second time within a few weeks that Mr. Miller has been bitten, a pet fox having torn a piece of flesh from his face a short time ago.
The gila monster is believed by some to be nonpoisonous, and by others to be very deadly. Even noted scientists have disagreed on whether the bite of the animal is harmless or dangerous. A year or more ago scientists of eastern universities were engaged in a heated debate on the subject, many experiments being made, and their results made public.
The Winslow Mail, Winslow, AZ, July 3, 1925