Jimmy James 1967 (From Father Francis Dolphin)

11%3A30%20Jimmy_James_1967, originally uploaded by bucklesw1. I got news this afternoon on the death of Jimmy James Plott, famous clown and ringmaster for the Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros circus for many years. I have the privilege of knowing Jimmy James going back to the days when Clyde Beatty and Cole Bros circus would play near Maryknoll, New york in the Westchester County area. Which is now close to 50 years ago. The Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers "Maryknoll Magazine" did an article on Jimmy James and other clowns with Brother Frank Dolphin, M.M. the early 1960's My prayers and condolences to the family and friends of Jimmy James Plott and also to John Pugh and the entire Cole Bros. Circus on the lost of this great clown and ringmaster. He was a great friend of many people along the circus route from Florida up the East coast of the United States. Always with a welcome smile and time for a chat. His presnce will be deeply missed within the circus family and friends. I had the opportunity in seeing Jimmy in Florida when I was attending the Circus ministry meetings in the past years. May he rest in Peace in the Risen Lord Jesus for all eternity. I will remember Jimmy at Mass this evening. I also want to give special thanks to Father Dick Rotter for informing me of this news with me today. Pictures are not mine but from Pat Cashin's website on clowns. Thanks for these memorable photos. My condolences, Bro. J. Francis Dolphin, M.M. Maryknoll Missioners jfdolphin@yahoo.com casilla 550 Cochabamba, Bolivia