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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 63 Collections and/or Records:

The Oho Boys, c1930 - 1940

 Item — Box Lulu Adams Box 3: Series 178C83
Reference code: 178C83.337
Scope and Contents

Two men in costume with hats. Marked on reverse 'The Oho Boys' and 'The two Joes'. Probably Joe Craston Senior (left) and Joe Craston Junior (right).

Dates: c1930 - 1940
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Lulu Adams Collection / Photographs

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
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Lulu Adams Collection / Photographs

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
Found in: National Fairground and Circus Archive / Lulu Adams Collection

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