thecircusblog | February 27, 2012
I am sorry about the delay in posting photos. This past week I have been pretty sick with Pneumonia and had to spend time in the hospital. I am at home now on the mend now but still weak. In a few more days I will start up again. […]
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
The movie “Thoroughly Modern Millie” starring Julie Andrews was shot at Universal Studios. The Ted Dewayne Teeter Board Troupe were known as the Bernini Bros in this movie. The very recognizable Ted Dewayne stands at the top of the group. From left to right Billy Snyder, Paula Bolsems who doubled for Carol Channing, then Carol […]
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
Clyde, Jane and Clyde Jr. Clyde and his family were on the show at the time this photo was taken in 1953.
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
This elephant in Opal. I believe she was the first elephant to do the “One Leg Stand.” Opal was trained by Mac MacDonald. Mac also trained the Besielou elephants named after Bessie and Louie Stern, owners of Polack Bros Circus. In my opinion, Mac MacDonald was the finest of all the great elephant trainers. Thank […]
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
This poster not only features Clyde Beatty but Jumbo II as well…..1936.
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
This photo of Jumbo II was taken in in 1935 at the Cole Bros, Clyde Beatty Circus winter quarters Rochester, Indiana. I am hoping that someone can name the bullman working with Jumbo.
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
In January 2011 Ward Hall was inducted into the Circus Ring of Fame…and he deserved it!
thecircusblog | February 18, 2012
Left to right Poobah, Mike Vika, Vivie and Ward Hall in the ticket box. 2010.
