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"SHOWMAN - The Russ Whitebone Story". 1986. His own story that follows his career from carnival circuit of the 1920s - when he performed as "Baby Russell, World's Youngest Trapese Artiste" through the war years in Europe, where he travelled as an Army Show ventriloquist and comedian. Soft cover. 118 pages.
From back cover" SHOWMAN - His father was a magician, his mother trained white doves. A native of Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. Russ Whitebone grew up in the colourful world of the Big Top and the vaudeville stage, often sleeping in a wardrobe trunk while his parents performed. He soon found his own place in the spotlight.
Book # 747 $13.95 Canadian Currency plus $8.00 shipping within North America - Former owner's name on inside cover. Some sticker residue on front cover.
Book 5075 $ 14.95 Canadian Currency plus $8.00 shipping within North America - gift inscription "From Carol Xmas 1986" Used Book has price tag residue on cover and minor staining.
Book 8041 $16.95 Canadian Currency plus $8.00 shipping within North America - in as new condition.
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