Ex Parte Taylor

MORROW, Presiding Judge. —

This is an original application for a writ of habeas corpus.

The validity of an ordinance is attacked upon several grounds.

In Section 1 it is made unlawful to deal in, sell or keep for sale, within the city of Wichita Falls, any extract or tincture known as “Jake,” unless the person or corporation shall register his name and place of business with the city clerk.

In Section 2 it is provided that a sale of such article is prohibited except upon prescription by a licensed physician.

In Section 3 it is required that dealers in said article shall keep a book registering the…