Circus collection, 1905, 2011.

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Circus collection, 1905, 2011.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/773745320

The collection of circus-related materials encompasses many formats and many circuses and circus-related organizations. Included are correspondence, photographs, postcards, posters, programs, newspaper clippings, advertisements, scrapbooks, coloring books, food containers, stickers, badges, arrows, articles, map, tickets, and Christmas tree ornaments, among others. Some of these materials are reproductions. There are some carnival-related materials mixed into the collection. Although most of the materials are written or published in English, some items are written or published in other languages, notably Spanish relating to Challancin's work with the Little Sisters of Jesus to Spanish-speaking circus folk. A folder of biographical material and several of related correspondence with the Little Sisters of Jesus documents Challancin's life and activities. Of note are the two organizations that provide or discuss pastoral care to those in circuses and other traveling shows, The Little Sisters of Jesus and the International Congress for the Pastoral Care of the Circus and Traveling Show People. The Circus Fans Association, various Shrine circuses, Circus City, Circus World Museum, and the Circus Hall of Fame are documented, as well as many circuses, both foreign and domestic. Please note: the collection has a strong mildew smell. Researchers and staff using the collection with allergies or asthma may wish to take precautions.

13.5 cubic ft. (in 16 boxes, 12 Oversized folders) : ill.

Clarke Historical Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 8194083

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Kelly, Emmett, 1898-1979

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Circus Fans Association of America. Joel E. Warner Top No. 20.

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Challancin, James, Rev.

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Rev. James Challancin (1941-) born in Crystal Falls, Mich. He attended Forest Park schools, earned his B.A. from St. Jerome's College, Kitchner, Ontario, Canada. After serving two years at the parish of Holy Name of Mary, Sault Ste. Marie, Mich., Challancin was sent to Sant Anselmo, Rome, Italy where he earned both his M.A. and S.T.D. (Doctorate in Sacred Theology). He has taught or served at: St. John's Seminary, Plymouth, Mich.; Marquette, Mich.; St. Joseph College, Rensselaer, Ind.; St. Josep...