I am looking for information on Quintus (Quint) Whitmore (1856-1922). He was a magician, performed Punch and Judy, musician, fire eater and had his own traveling show. His stepmother, Celia Stowe, was reportedly related to the Stowe family of circus fame. He was reported to have traveled with the Stowe Brothers, Barnum and Bailey, Forepaugh, and W. W Cole. I suspect in the side shows.
His obituary said that “in delirium, was hauling at invisible ropes in an effort to raise a phantom tent. ‘Let’s not be late this time, boys. Let’s jump in and get her up in a jiffy.’ He called as he worked with the fancied ‘Big top.’” A circus man to the end.
Thanks for the help.
