Artie

The following photo was taken by Wayne Jackson in Florida in 1990. The animal pictured is an African male owned by Gary Jacobson.

African Elephants of Carson & Barnes Circus

The Carson and Barnes Circus, more famously known for its large herd of Asian elephants in the 1970s and 1980s, also featured numerous African elephants in their wild animal menagerie - 7 total it seems, acquired in three different groups.

Carson & Barnes Circus 1980s
Courtesy of B. Cline, Buckles Blog

Smokey Jones

Circus Fans Association of America

CFA offers you an opportunity interact with fellow circus enthusiasts in many ways. Local geographic groups (called TENTS) provide a chance for folks who live in the same geographic area to attend shows together and to meet to discuss the circus scene. State organizations (called TOPS) organize larger gatherings and special events. Periodically, there is a national convention when Fans from throughout the country convene. //Don Covington, CFA President 2012-2013

Circus Report 09/13/1993

Ringling show 1955

These images were shared for publication on ShowMe Elephants by a circus fan last year. They appear to show the Ringling show circa 1955.

Smokey Jones & "Louie"
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus 1955