Thursday, March 16, 2017

#13 Aerialists

Flying Alexanders.

2 comments:

Chic Silber said...


Bobby Yerkes (on left) still

has a training facility in

Northridge California & has

trained many stunt & circus

performers over many years

Roger Smith said...

Bobby Yerkes, Dorothy Yerkes, Rosie and Fay Alexander. The photo can be dated as 1957, as the bandage on Fay's shoulder covers the vaccination required for all performers to go into Mexico for Ringling post-season dates. The vaccination caused a harsh reaction resulting in swelling that had to be covered with a raised plastic bubble taped in place.

When we were at Parley Baer's home, caring for him after his first stroke, Dorothy Yerkes was one of his most welcome and delightful visitors. May she Rest in Peace.