Sanger, Laurina, 1853 - 1882
Dates
- Existence: 1853 - 1882
Biography
Laurina Sanger aka Topsy was the eldest daughter of George Sanger and Ellen Chapman. Laurina was born 23rd February 1853 at Cheadle. She became an equestrian performer and by the time she was twelve years old she was already performing in an equestrian scene on his parent's circus. Laurina married Alexander Coleman, the clown 'Little Sandy', on 14th March 1874 and had four children; Georgina (b.1874), Alexander 'Sandy' (1876-1886), Ellen 'Topsy' (1878-1969) and George (b.1880). Laurina died on 14th October 1882, aged 29. She was buried in Margate Cemetery, in the family grave.
Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:
Laurina Sanger on a Horse Photograph, c1870 - 1889
Photograph of Laurina 'Topsy' Sanger. Inscribed 'J Mullers Photograph, Anstall'.
Laurina Sanger Photograph, c1870 - 1889
Photograph of Laurina Sanger.
Photographs, c1850 - 1945
Black and white and some colour photographs and postcards of George and Jonh Sanger's circus.
Sanger Circus Collection
Black and white and some colour photographs, negatives, handbills, programmes and other items of ephemera relating to George Sanger's circus and the Hall by the Sea.