Chuck Brown

| June 22, 2011

I remember Shelby Jackson speak of this man and he said that Chuck was one “H” of a Bar performer. Photo taken late 1940’s

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Chuck Brown

| June 22, 2011

For some unknown reason I have always enjoyed watching a comedy horizontal bar act. I guess it is because, when you put comedy and one of the hardest acts in the business together and do it well……… It is to be admired, This is why Chuck Brown and Shelby Jackson were noted for their acts […]

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No Question….A Sensation

| June 22, 2011

How well I remember these two fine people. I never saw their act, but I heard how great they were from other performers. After Benny Fox retired, he became a self-made agent and producer. That is when I knew him . Our family did many a show for him. He was just a little guy […]

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The Antaleks

| June 22, 2011

“The Carson’s” are the Royal Rockets. Dorothy Carson collected all these wonderful Photos.

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Clyde Beatty’s Memorial

| June 22, 2011

Clyde Beatty rests at Forest Lawn in Hollywood Hills, California.

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Celeste

| June 22, 2011

Photo signed by Celeste and given to the Carson family some time in the late 1940’s or early 1950’s.

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Celeste # 2

| June 22, 2011

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Celeste #3

| June 22, 2011

Our American circus was great at one time……., Filled with animals and super acts like this one.

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Francisco & Deloees

| June 22, 2011

Giant clown used as a back drop and entrance to the arena. Photo could been taken at a Mexican circus. The photo is part of the Carson collection, late 1940’s.

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Jack Badal’s Book

| June 19, 2011

Jack Badal was one of the most versatile animal trainers in this country. He shares with us in his book”Jungle to Stage” his exciting memories and stories.This book not only offers his insight of animal training but also other great animal trainers from the circus,zoo and motion pictures. His book is filled with a wealth […]

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