BAILEY, Harold L. - Revision history

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	Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey's professional clowning lasted only one year before the start of [[WORLD WAR I]]. He did some shows work in training camps, but after his discharge went into the radio manufacturing business and later window dressing--setting up displays for department stores. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. (1)		Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey's professional clowning lasted only one year before the start of [[WORLD WAR I]]. He did some shows work in training camps, but after his discharge went into the radio manufacturing business and later window dressing--setting up displays for department stores. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. (1)

	In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the [[DUBUQUE RETAIL MERCHANTS BUREAU]] on their goodwill trips around the community. He continued his clown performances at local fairs often with [[KROCHESKI, William P. "Bill"\|William P. "Bill" KROCHESK]]]] as a partner. One of his favorite characters was "Elmer Muckenfuss," a country bumpkin with long, red straggly hair, buck teeth, and tightly fitting clothes. (2) In 1938 at the Iowa Territorial Parade, Bailey, in costume, won the prize for "Smallest Dog in the World" in the "Mutt Parade." His entry was a hotdog he walked in a baby carriage. (3)		In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the [[DUBUQUE RETAIL MERCHANTS BUREAU]] on their goodwill trips around the community. He continued his clown performances at local fairs often with [[KROCHESKI, William P. "Bill"\|William P. "Bill" KROCHESK]]] as a partner. One of his favorite characters was "Elmer Muckenfuss," a country bumpkin with long, red straggly hair, buck teeth, and tightly fitting clothes. (2) In 1938 at the Iowa Territorial Parade, Bailey, in costume, won the prize for "Smallest Dog in the World" in the "Mutt Parade." His entry was a hotdog he walked in a baby carriage. (3)

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-BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953).  Bailey became well-known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades.  An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes.  His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes were frequently seen.
+[[Image:clown.png|left|thumb|250px|Bailey choosing material for a clown outfit. Photo courtesy: Telegraph Herald]]BAILEY, Harold L. (Clinton, IA, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953).  Bailey became well-known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades.  An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes.  His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes were frequently seen.
-Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus.  Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the [[DUBUQUE RETAIL MERCHANTS BUREAU]] on their goodwill trips around the community.
+Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus.  Bailey's professional clowning lasted only one year before the start of [[WORLD WAR I]]. He did some shows work in training camps, but after his discharge went into the radio manufacturing business and later window dressing--setting up displays for department stores. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. (1)
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Randylyon at 02:56, 28 July 2018

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	BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953)~~. Entertainer~~. Bailey became well known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades. An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes. His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes were frequently seen.		BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953). Bailey became well-known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades. An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes. His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes were frequently seen.

	Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the ~~Dubuque Retail Merchants Bureau~~ on their goodwill trips around the community.		Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the [[DUBUQUE RETAIL MERCHANTS BUREAU]] on their goodwill trips around the community.

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Randylyon at 20:47, 7 February 2010

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	BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953). Entertainer. Bailey became well known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades. An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes. His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes ~~and electrically lighted most~~ were frequently seen.		BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953). Entertainer. Bailey became well known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades. An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes. His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes were frequently seen.

	Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the Dubuque Retail Merchants Bureau on their goodwill trips around the community.		Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the Dubuque Retail Merchants Bureau on their goodwill trips around the community.

	[[Category: Entertainers]]		[[Category: Entertainers]]

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New page: BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953). Entertainer. Bailey became well known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades....

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BAILEY, Harold L. (Hills, MN, Apr. 28, 1895--Dubuque, IA, Mar. 11, 1953). Entertainer. Bailey became well known in Dubuque for his performances as a clown during celebrations and parades. An advertising and display manager of Montgomery Ward and Company in Dubuque, Bailey was once a professional clown recognized for his original and grotesque costumes. His biggest successes were during Dubuque's centennial celebrations when his paddle shoes and electrically lighted most were frequently seen.

Bailey began his clown act as a boy in Clinton, Iowa, where he was a friend of Felix Adler, a famous clown with the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus. Bailey was often visited by Adler in their later years. In addition to performing in parades, Bailey accompanied the Dubuque Retail Merchants Bureau on their goodwill trips around the community.

[[Category: Entertainers]]