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to Joseph K. Dixon re: his suggestions for an Indian monument

Written on stationery of Buffalo Bill's Wild West. Also thanks Dixon for films.

GLC03911.04

to Joseph K. Dixon re: Indian sign language & plans to write an Indian book

Written on stationery of Buffalo Bill's Wild West. Writes that he was struck by the Indian sign language in the films.

GLC03911.05

to Dr. Davenport

A short, odd, breezy letter, Barnum promises a humorous lecture, possibly to a religious group. He also remarks on the virtues of being "practically useful to our fellow man," indicating that he would trade some of his faith for a stack of good works...

GLC05508.030.01

[Photograph of P.T. Barnum]

A photograph of Barnum is included, possibly for promotion of the upcoming lecture referred to in the accompanying letter (GLC05508.030.01).

GLC05508.030.02

Photographs of circus performers, including Tom Thumb, circus set-up, etc.

Three carte de visites, two of Tom Thumb and wife. Twelve cabinet cards featuring various circus performers, most wearing street clothes. Three 20th Century 8x10 prints ca. 1919. One shows setting up of the midway, another is of Ruth Cohen and her...

GLC05508.068

Photographs of circus performers, including Tom Thumb, circus set-up, etc. (# 1-14, 16)

Three carte de visites, two of Tom Thumb and wife. Twelve cabinet cards featuring various circus performers, most wearing street clothes.

GLC05508.068.01

Three 20th century 8 x 10 prints of midway and carnival acts

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GLC05508.068.02

to Mr. Fulmer

Requests two seats for tonight's performance by Mr. Drew.

GLC02508.03

[Cabinet photograph of William F. Cody]

Signed by Cody with "W.F. Cody" and "Buffalo Bill." Shown in a suit with a full white mustache and a beard growing only from his chin. Taken by Prince Studio, 31 Union Square, New York, and Penn. Ave & 11th St. Washington, D.C.

GLC02508.04

Portraits of circus performers

Portrait subjects include Capt. Jack Bassett, Major and Mrs. Ray (ca. 1891), Miss Millie La Mar, Lalloo, and Prince Nicholi ("The Little Russian Prince"). Photographers include Wendt of Boonton, N.J.; Obermuller and Kern of New York; and Eisenmann...

GLC02912.02.02

Miss Millie La Mar, Mind Reader.

Cabinet card portrait of Millie La Mar, mind reader. Published by Obermuller and Kern of New York.

GLC02912.02.02.01

[Cabinet card portrait of three unnamed circus performers]

Imprint by Eisenmann on the mount and verso.

GLC02912.02.02.02

[Major and Mrs. Ray]

Cabinet card portrait of Major and Mrs. Ray, one king and queen of [illegible] World. Major is 37 years old, stands 36 inches, and weights 38 pounds. Mrs. Ray is 26, stands 38 inches, and weighs 39 pounds. They were married in Yates Center, Kansas...

GLC02912.02.02.03

[Capt. Jack Bassett]

Circus performer Captain Jack Bassett poses next to a chair.

GLC02912.02.02.04

Lalloo

Cabinet card portrait of a circus performed named Lalloo.

GLC02912.02.02.05

The Little Russian Prince

Cabinet card portrait of Prince Nicholi, "The Little Russian Prince." Caption on mount claims he was the smallest man in the world, weighing 16 pounds and standing 22.5 inches tall. He is 32 years old in this portrait. A native of Russia, he speaks...

GLC02912.02.02.06

to A. E. Barr & Co.

Begins by asking Burr to consider this letter private and confidential. Discusses the possible mistaken publication of his letter in the Times. Informs he received a request from a reporter from the Hartford Times and might have answered...

GLC02925.02

Blondin At Shoreditch

One engraving of Blondin At Shoreditch dated circa 1860.

GLC08878.1870

Old Colony Press [Vol. 1, No. 32 (April 30, 1873)]

One issue of The Old Colony Press dated April 30, 1873. Includes a full-page advertisement for P.T. Barnum's Circus.

GLC03766.45

Full length seated carte de visite portrait

Imprint of H.D. Ward, North Adams, Mass., on verso. Pencil inscription on verso reads: "Suluma Melek, Circassian Lady, Born in Solder Cale, Asia Minor, Age 20 years." Melek's dress is tinted bright purple, her underskirt is tinted deep pink, and...

GLC00241.26

Full length carte de visite portrait of twins Waino and Plutano

Imprint of W.S. Warren, Boston, on verso. Printed caption in lower margin on recto reads: "Waino and Plutano, Age about 50 years, Weight about 45 lbs."

GLC00241.27

to Mr. G.W. Bartlett

Replies to Bartlett's letter. Reports that there was little snow but has yet to see blossoms and apple trees, of which Benvenuto was told are in abundance. Mentions the 27th Division's parade and writes that he and his fellow soldiers are going to...

GLC07810.005

to Kitty

He's been having a dull time even though there was a circus in town complete with an animal show. A friend of theirs is coming home but he was shot through the mouth. He has been picking up apples lately.

GLC02170.29

to Sylvia Weiner

Moe said he was unable to go to Glasgow after all. He attended the circus near the champagne factory, and writes that Sylvia should have learned sewing sooner.

GLC09414.1466

to Henry Jackson

States a Mr. Harper, a performer, will deliver this letter to Jackson. Writes, "He proposes to visit Boston with Monsieur [Alexander] Placide, in order to exhibit such specimens of theatre performances as may be permitted, and the astonishing powers...

GLC02437.05547