Craston, Joe (Joseph), 1868 - 1948
Person
Dates
- Existence: 1868 - 1948
Biography
Joe Craston was an equestrian, clown, animal trainer and circus proprietor. He was singled out by Lord George Sanger at the age of 9, to be made the central figure and youngest solo clown in his circus. Although Joe also performed as an acrobatic rider for some time he eventually devoted himself to clowning after a series of accidents. Joe Craston married Martha Cashmore and they had three children; Louise aka Lulu, Victoria and Josep aka Joe, all of who followed the family tradition into circus performance.
Found in 62 Collections and/or Records:
Two Drinkers, c1900 - 1910
Item — Box Lulu Adams Box 2: Series 178C83
Reference code: 178C83.261
Scope and Contents
Two men, one holding a bottle the other holding a glass. The man on the right is Joe Craston.
Dates:
c1900 - 1910
Various, c1896 - 1939
Series
Reference code: 178Z23
Scope and Contents
Various items including promotional and business related material, related to Lulu Adams, Albertino and other performers.
Dates:
c1896 - 1939