Ashby, Clifford

Biographical notes:

From the turn of the century through the era of the Great Depression, tent shows were a popular medium of entertainment particularly in rural areas. Harley Sadler and Harvey Haverstock were among the famous tent show owners in Texas and the Southwest.

From the guide to the Tent Shows Records, S 1015. 1., 1902-1953 and undated, (Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, Texas Tech University)

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Subjects:

  • Drama
  • Entertainers
  • Politics, Practical
  • Tent shows
  • Tent shows
  • Theater, Open-air
  • Theatrical producers and directors
  • Traveling theater
  • Vaudeville

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Places:

  • Texas (as recorded)