Evening Republican, Volume 18, Number 107, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 May 1914 — HAAG CIRCUS HERE FOR THE FIRST TIME [ARTICLE]

HAAG CIRCUS HERE FOR THE FIRST TIME

Commendable Parade and Indications Point to a Splendid Show —Small Crowd in Town. The Mighty Haag circus arrived in Rensselaer this morning at about 4 o’dock and there were a goodly number of people out to see the unloading of the wagons and equipment. The circus has sixteen cars, all large and’substantial ears and the general equipment Is good, some of the work horses, however, being somewhat run down. The show as a whole seams very much ahead of the show that was here a year ago. It was after 8 o’clock before all the equipment arrived at the show ground, which is at the ball park. The tents were raised and are large and ample to take care of big crowds. The interior of the show tent consists of two rings and a stage and the arrangement is such that all who attend will be able to witness the entire performance. The parade took place at about 11 o’clock and was very creditable. It was not strung out so much as many of the show parades, but there were three bands, a number of animal cages, three large elephants, a herd of camels, including a baby camel, some fine looking show 'horses, a number of ponies, several clowns, two steam eallopes and the women were of much better appearance generally than.those with most shows. In fact, this show has the reputation of having the most beautiful actresses of any circus on the road. The manager of the show states that it speaks for itself, is a high class performance and that all who attend will get their money’s worth. Every actor is a star. Nettie Greer is featured as the most (fascinating lady rider In the world. The Muneieh family of German aerial artists are the acting sensation of the season and champions in their Mne. The herd of trained elephants eost $15,000 and have no superiors in the show 'business. The band which plays during the performances is an exceptionally fine one, being composed of trained musicians. There are twenty beautiful women performers and all in all the Haag circus seems likely to please all who attend and to be worthy of a large patronage. The manager wishes us to state that every act will be given in full at the night performance just as it is In the afternoon.