From Paul Gutheil #1

Late as usual....in the late 1980's and into the early 1990's as I recall, RBBB had a special event (they did a few ) in NY City's Central Park which was attended by the public and NYC school kids. Hundreds of these buttons were handed out and I was fortunate enough to get a couple. They also had a huge banner which read the same. They paraded the elephant herd up into the park, then Mayor Koch was there as well as cast members from the B'way show "Cats". There was a mini performance and long tables heavily laden with "lunch" for the elephants. I remember the school girls shrieking so loud that the elephants started to rumble, apparently disturbed, as was I, by the high pitched shrieking. It was a great day and many Circus Fans were there. I believe Tim Holst was there with the performers. I took lots of photos and will send to you ASAP whether you can use them or not. Also want to find some photos from Gunther's induction into the Madison Square Garden walk of fame, another grand event.