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Under the Big Top: The Wild History of the Al G. Barnes Circus
Part I The buzz surrounding the “Al G. Barnes’ Animal Circus” began in the spring of 1907 in Kansas. This mesmerizing circus showcased a variety of spectacles, featuring Ruth Grey, heralded as “Nature’s Most Mystic Phenomenon,” during its five-night stint… Continue reading
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What’s this about?
If you’ve found your way here… welcome! You may also be wondering: What’s this about? The short answer is East Texas, Genealogy, and any story I find interesting. For years I’ve been fascinated with old maps and photos, histories, crimes,… Continue reading

