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YESTERDAY, TODAY AND TOMORROW

Frank Morgan, Trav Rogers
& William Gargan

In the 1930s and 40’s the most popular event in Palm
Springs was the Desert Circus. Everyone dressed in western
cloths. Skits that teased the politicians and well known locals were performed. Kangaroo Court was held. There was
a parade and everyone had a real desert good time.

courtesy Palm Springs Historical Society

Bob Hope & Charlie Farrell
in Desert Circus Float

photo: Bill Anderson, © Palm Springs Art Museum

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Frank Bogert in parade

photo: Paul Pospesil, courtesy Palm Springs Historical Society

First Desert Circus Parade, 1934
courtesy Palm Springs Historical Society

Montie Montana c. 1960

photo: Les Walsh, courtesy Palm Springs Historical Society.