Tessie, Our Pet

Item

Title
Tessie, Our Pet
Circus Name
The Union Circus
Date
May 8th, 1909
Location of Event
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Creator
Emile Reed Low, collector
Subject
A costumed man dressed as a giraffe is transported in a caged wagon
Description
In lieu of real exotic animals, students crafted replicas for actors to wear during the parade. A giraffe, named "Tessie" according to the image's description, was a highlight of the event. One image shows the costumed students being driven downtown in a caged wagon, while the other shows the students stationed somewhere, possibly Ferry Field, with another student.
Rights Holder
Bentley Historical Library
References
Photograph, 1907-1911, Emile Reed Low photograph series, Bentley Historical Library, University of Michigan

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