Coleman, Ellen, c1870 - 1960
Person
Dates
- Existence: c1870 - 1960
Parallel Names
- Topsy
Biography
Ellen Coleman aka Topsy was a circus performer and the granddaughter of George Sanger. Ellen's parents were Alexander Coleman aks Little Sandy and Laurina Coleman (nee Sanger). Ellen married Harry Austin, one of the Austin Bothers who were equestrian and clown performers with 'Lord' George Sanger Circus.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Sanger Family Group Photograph, c1890 - 1909
Item — Box Sanger Circus Box 1: Series 178C114
Reference code: 178C114.39
Scope and Contents
Photograph of Kate, Ellen Coleman aka Topsy, Marie Reeve and Mrs Rule. Identified via inscription on the front. Mary Ann Rule was George Sanger's housekeeper, who lived in Finchley with George after his retirement.
Dates:
c1890 - 1909