From Paul Gutheil #1

circus boy book cover, originally uploaded by bucklesw1. Circus Boy book cover. Buckles: am about to send you a set of six Frank Buck's, the cover of an old hardcover Circus Boy book, and perhaps a couple of other items. Diane said to be sure to tell you that the aforementioned will be coming in sections as it's too big to send all at once. The Buck cards have no date on them, but I bought them as a child in the Bronx. We moved to NJ in 1950 so I'm guessing I got them around 1948/49. I've only got 12 cards; the highest # being 89. Lastly, I'm sending the photocopied first two pages of a 1928 edition of Edgar Rice Burrough's "Tarzan". I was rather intrigued by what I read from the second paragraph of page one to the top portion of page two. I almost forgot I also copied an 11x14 (dark) I made of a shot I took of the Vidbel Lot during a NJ stand probably 15+ years ago. We, and many other fans, continue to miss Vidbel's Olde Tyme Circus very much, wonderful people, terrific shows; we used to plan our spring, summer, and early fall around Vidbel dates. I've heard Al isn't doing real well and I know he and Joyce would love hearing from fans and old friends. With luck we'll be able to see them for a visit in the next few weeks. You've got to treasure the memories and tell Showfolks and friends alike that you do treasure the memories they've afforded you and that you care about them. It's the least anyone can do and I know it means alot to most. Like WWII and other vets, alot of veteran performers are leaving us all too often, hopefully knowing that those of us remaining on this fragile planet appreciated their efforts and thank them as well. I'm in the Legion and I still thank Legionnaires and VFW's for what they did. Guess I'd be smart to get off the soapbox before I get knocked off and by the way...THANK YOU SHOWFOLKS SO MUCH FOR SO MUCH. Best as always, Paul