Reviews of The Gainesville Community Circus

 “The most circus-conscious towns in the United States: New York, Sarasota, Fla., and Gainesville, Texas ... Gainesville has its own amateur circus which has played more than 50 performances in 10 years … Most of the town spends much of its spare time building equipment, sewing costumes and practicing difficult acts.” – CHAS. B. DRISCOLL in “New York Day by Day”.

 “Everyone in Floydada liked the folks from Gainesville. Everyone here found them kind, courteous and appreciative. Most any town could take lessons from them on how to make friends and influence people. Yes sir, the circus folks certainly brought goodwill and friendliness in Floydada when they came, and you will find on every hand, the hope they will come again.” – FLOYDADA HESPERIAN.

 “Here is a civic undertaking that has come to be an institution and which has outgrown its own community to a point where it does a little modest touring of its own. It has three rings of action, animal acts, clowns, aerialists, wire walkers, and acrobats- and all talent is recruited from among Gainesville citizens. – DALE HARRISON in “New York” syndicated column.

 “The Gainesville Community Circus of Gainesville, Texas, the only show of its kind in existence, was transported to Fort Worth, lock, stock and barrel for a memorable exhibition. On the first night 13,500 excited spectators attended. The following night 15,000 people filled the coliseum and overflowed onto the rafters and on the arena’s grass carpet, the largest assembly ever under one Fort Worth roof.” – ELBERT HALING in Super Market Merchandising.

 “An amazing amount of poise and agility was displayed by hometown troupers of the Gainesville Community who gave an outstanding performance at Spudder Park. The circus tent was packed with interested spectators who marveled at the circus.” – AN. E. SHELTON in Wichita Falls Times.

 “The Gainesville Community Circus came to Dallas last year for the Exposition. No one who recalls the wholesome entertainment and real ability of the home-town circus artistry can fail to hope for a return engagement this year.” – Editorial in the DALLAS NEWS.

 “Gainesville cut loose from the drudgery of everyday life Wednesday for its annual spree in spangles, tights and clown suits. The Gainesville circus rejuvenates you whether you need it or not.” – MARY WINN in Fort Worth Star-Telegram.

 “The most appealing community enterprise I have ever encountered, the Gainesville Community Circus, is a full-fledged three-ring big top show.” – WEBB WALDRON in The American Magazine.

 “It’s the only enterprise of its kind in the world – an exciting three-ring circus with daredevils, clowns, skilled aerialists, charming equestriennes and all the elaborate trappings of a professional show. They’re amateurs, but not amateurish.” – BOOTH MOONEY in Texas Weekly.

 “The Gainesville circus should go on the ‘must’ list of everybody, patriotic Texans and visitors alike. This is a money-back guarantee from this reporter.” – JIMMY LOVELL in Dallas Times Herald.

 “The performance is staged by local talent. Every performer wore attractive wardrobe and the props were of the very best. The clown turns were unusually pleasing and some very unique ideas were introduced. Very few traveling circuses have a better layout than this community circus has.” – WORLDS FAIR, London, England.

 “It’s a wow, a pip and would do performance credit to three-fourths of the truck shows trouping.” – FRANK STUART in The Billboard.

 “Featuring the Fair were two performances by the Gainesville Community Circus, only organization of its kind in the world, which gave two capacity crowds a professional performance both times.” – PARIS NEWS (Texas).

 “I attended the Gainesville Community Circus Thursday night. It was not the first time, I try to see it once each season. I enjoyed the circus immensely, and not the least of all the friendliness of the Gainesville folk. … I always marvel when I see it.” – SAM BLACKBURN in Ardmoreite.

 “I have seen the Gainesville Circus and I congratulate you for obtaining it. It is real, worthwhile entertainment.” – ROY RUPARD, Secretary of the State Fair of Texas.