Carver, William F. (William Frank), 1840-1927

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Dates:
Birth 1840
Death 1927

Biographical notes:

Carver was a trick rider and Wild West show performer.

From the description of Scrapbook pertaining to William F. "Doc" Carver, 1874-1927. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 702137827

William F. Carver was an early partner of William F. Cody in his wild west show, a champion trick shooter, and trainer of diving horses for performance.

From the description of Dr. Carver tells of his narrow escape from Indians, Plainsman won trophy in pigeon shoot in London press release, circa 1900. (National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum). WorldCat record id: 61257678

From the description of Dr. W. F. Carver, evil spirit, scout, wild west advertisement, circa 1891. (National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum). WorldCat record id: 61257682

From the description of Dr. Carver's high diving horses and girl rider, Champion of buffalo hunters, Dr. Carver kills 160 buffaloes press release, circa 1900. (National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum). WorldCat record id: 61257679

From the description of Dr. Carver's high diving horses and girl rider, Life on the plains in the days of Carver press release, circa 1900. (National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum). WorldCat record id: 61257681

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Subjects:

  • American bison hunting
  • Indians of North America
  • Indians of North America
  • Shooters of firearms
  • Shooting contests
  • Trick riding
  • Wild west shows

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  • United States (as recorded)