Barnum, P. T., 1944-1996

Articles refer to Barnum's life, his gift of the fountain to Bethel, his mansions, and his religious views. There is some coverage of the various Barnum celebrations in Bridgeport and his philanthropy as well as references to new books on Barnum, the restoration of the Bridgeport Museum and the final demise of "Jumbo" the elephant in 1977 by the New York Museum of Natural History. In addition, articles and photos on Barnum's life, his museum, and Ivy Island in Bethel. Book reference P. T. Barnum, The Legend and The Man by A. H. Saxon. Articles contain circus news/attitudes and modern developments concerning animal rights and the USDA monitoring of circuses and animals in captivity. Additional articles on local people and The Parade of Clowns in Bethel, history of "Jumbo" and Barnum's association with Tufts College and the Universalist Church.