My uncle was part of the original Keystone Cop films and also appeared as Korky the Clown Cop in many circuses. He traveled all over the world performing from the 1920's all the way up to the 1980's. He is amongst some of the most iconic clowns of that era. He was still performing at hospitals and schools for FREE into his 90's because he just loved and lived to entertain. Being a clown was his life! When clearing out his house in Hollywood after his death is 1990 I saved a ton of clown memorabilia and photos from his 70 year career. I am now starting to sell of a lot of the collection. All items were well-preserved and for their age, most are in really good condition. Many items have no yellowing or rips/tears. If you are in my area you can pick any of these items up in person, otherwise I can ship to anywhere in the U.S. for just an extra $5 - $10, depending on what item(s) you are interested in purchasing.
If you're a clown or circus lover then I have dozens & dozens of items you might be interested in, including the one below:
I have this souvenir program and coloring book from the August 11-21,1977 International 3 Ring Circus
This one features photos and/or information on all of the following performers and many more:
Josip Marcan - the ultimate wild animal trainer
The nock brothers, with their aerial performances high in the air
Jupiter Trio and the Kniesleys aerialists
Dauntless Donna
The Hollywood elephants
Murillo and Ulises - strengths act
Norbu – the almost human gorilla
Lance Link and his Chimpanzees
Moores’ Mongrel Revue
The Flying Ramos
The Antonio Trio
Horton's Wonder Bears
The Teeterboard Titans
And many more
Featuring clowns:
Chris, Fred, Neil, Tim, Blinko, Smiley, and the Blinco and Maran Act
This program is in really good shape considering it is over 45 years old. No major tears, rips or yellowing.