SHOW ATTRACTIONS
CLARE-GREENHALGH SHOWS.
ZIMMY, THE LEGLESS SWIMMER. FAMOUS MOVIE STAR. GIANT. Messrs Clare and Greenhalgb, the biggest outdoor amusement people operating in New Zealand at present, will be located at the Invercargill Show, with their remarkable attraction from all parts of the world. These showmen have spent a lifetime in the business, and they know the class of entertainment the public appreciate. Featured among the Clare and Greenhalgh attractions are the following: Zimmy, the legless swimmer, performs in , a glass tank. He eats, drinks and smokes under water. He has developed his lungs to such an extent that he actually lives under the water. Zimmy is well worth paying a visit and is surely the most remarkable act to visit Invercargill. Next comes the world-famous movie star giant, Johan Aasen. This huge person is correctly named as the tallest and biggest man in the whole universe. Johan stands Sft Olin, and weighs 34st. Those members of the public who witnessed the famous Harold Lloyd movie masterpiece “Why Worry” will remember the enormous man mountain who co-starred. That huge giant was Johan Aasen. Readers will be astounded at the enormity of this new show attraction visitor, who is a first-class entertainer. His shoes are size 20. See rhe above snows ana gain satisfaction, for the Clare and Greenhalgh brand is a sure guarantee. These shows are located on the main road. Look for the sign, American Giant, next to /Zimmy’s tent.
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Southland Times, Issue 21263, 9 December 1930, Page 10
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241SHOW ATTRACTIONS Southland Times, Issue 21263, 9 December 1930, Page 10
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