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Bischoff, Harry. Harry Bischoff Novelty Juggler and Cortortionist [sic] Presenting a Refined, Up-To-Date, Clever Gymnastic Act at Liberty for Engagements. Circus, Vaudeville, Parks, Fairs.

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Sheboygan, Wisconsin; February 13, 1914. 215 by 220mm (8 1/2 by 8 3/4 inches). Letterhead with image of Bischoff on top left. Previously folded; ink fading.
Bischoff (1893-1973) writes to Kelly Bros. Circus that he accepted another engagement, but:
“P.S. I do two acts, assist in concert and clown numbers. For future remembrance.”
Per Billboard magazine in 1912 Bischoff worked for George W. Hall’s Trained Wild Animal Show at Evansville, Wisconsin; he performed in 1915 with Seibel Bros. and Gollmar Bros; and, in 1917 he placed a classified advertisement selling nickel plated hoops “fine for frog-snake act”.

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Author

Bischoff, Harry

Title

[Harry Bischoff Novelty Juggler and Cortortionist [sic] Presenting a Refined, Up-To-Date, Clever Gymnastic Act at Liberty for Engagements. Circus, Vaudeville, Parks, Fairs.]

Year of Publication

1914