Special! Special! Special! The second edition of CAROUSEL’s Website and E-mail directory includes many of the industry’s manufacturers, suppliers and carnivals that have taken the leap into the computer age with their own information packed website and communication facilitator; the e-mail address.  This keeper edition is an invaluable tool for anyone with an interest in the outdoor amusement industry. 

Other Articles included in the June 2002 issue:  

  Wright’s Outdoor Amusements played 3 dates in Texas, including two fairs: the Gillespie County Fair and Kendall Coaunty Fair, and a still date.  Family owned and operated, the show plays year ‘round, generally traveling between Colorado and Texas.    It faces the same problems as most other carnivals including a lack of appropriately licensed drivers, motivated help and government regulations.

  Farrow Shows, which continues providing the midway at the Northern Wisconsin Fair, brought in several new pieces, including a Zamperla Power Surge, new light towers, and a Wacky Worm coaster.

  In the face of difficult economic times, ride manufacturer Wisdom Industries has filed for reorganization. The company is optimistic about its future in the outdoor amusement industry.

  History of Trains (Part XXX) - The history continues with a profile of the late carnival and circus historian Joe McKennon.  Aspects of the McCoy Wild West Show are also featured.

  Do You Remember profiles a Whip-style ride from S.B. Ramagosa known as the Latigo.

  Midway Personality features Magic Dixon, a veteran carnival employee who has most recently worked on the Heart of America midway. 

  Manufacturer’s Showcase features several new offerings from Sellner Manufacturing, including the Jalopy Junction, a family car ride, and Bumble Bee Bop.  Precision Dynamics Corporation has introduced several new styles of wristbands.  Also, Cromers is a concession supply company that built its reputation on “being the worst in town.”

  Regular features in CAROUSEL include Midway Talk, Direct From the Lots, and Modeler’s Corner.

Coming in July: CAROUSEL’s Carnival Route Listings for many of the finest shows in the country.

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