The company has continually invested into new leisure amenities including ten pin bowling, adventure golf , kids play areas and of course exciting rides for the Amusement Park. After a number of years The Ring again changed to variety. I hope this gives you a little information on the Codona family. Here every human contrivance is put into operation in order to draw the hard-earned copper from the pockets from the artizan. . The Codona family came from Italy to Scotland in the early 19th century. Another explanation for the name Vinegarhill, and slightly more mundane, may relate to a firm called D. King & Co., who carried out vinegar production at Camlachie from 1837 to 1860. The procession included a magnificent tableaux carriage drawn by forty superb horses, driven by the famous King of Reins. Ted (Kid) Lewis, former lightweight champion, refereed a fight there two years ago. One branch of the family left Glasgow in the early 1900's and went to America ,then moved to Mexico and formed a trapeze act which eventually became the world famous "Flying Codonas". We also hope it will help the comments section fulfil its promise as a part of Scotland's conversation with itself. He disappeared along with his valuable collection of pictures. where 9 percent reside. It is a . Mr James Cremlin, 48, was battered to death for #67 by. 1870s: Glasgow (High St): Joe McDonald: Boxing show, 1896: Glasgow Christmas Fair: Lord Geo. Down one side flowed the Camlachie Burn, A wretched looking little stream. We encourage you to research and examine these . These gentlemen ultimately opened permanent exhibitions in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Frank had 11 siblings: Phoebe Codona, Priscilla Codona and 9 other siblings. She added : ''I just don't know how people can be so violent. Why, I once saw the entire play of The Silver King in twenty minutes done in the best style, a la Wilson Barrett. Registered in England & Wales | 01676637 |. In 1928 Alfredo married Lillian Leitzel (1893-1931), an aerialist whose act involved performing as many as 249, but usually 150, swing-overs while suspended by a rope looped around her right wrist. The fairground was arranged in some sort of plan; the big shows formed a half circle at the back of the ground. It is no use disputing the beauty of the woman as tastes differ, and I leave the proprietor, though he doesnt look like one, endeavouring to entice open-mouthed urchins inside the tent. The company is presently run by the third generation of Codona family Andrea, John and Alfred. If you would like to view one of these trees in its entirety, you can contact the owner of the tree to request permission to see the tree. He was the first performer to master the triple aerial somersault. The proprietor was an Italian- A man of mystery. The attractions and events at Vinegarhill have been many and varied, and it is interesting to look at some contemporary newspaper articles over the years; The shows with their yards of flapping canvas, still brave the breeze. I didnt have a cycle I am one of 9 . Alfredo Codona (October 7, 1893 - July 30, 1937) was a Mexican trapeze artist who was a member of the world-famous "Flying Codonas" and was the first aerialist to continually perform the triple somersault. I am not at all inclined to pay twopence for the privilege of havingmy nose double its ordinary size, so again I pass on. my family are fair ground showman our grand father was john smith born Bavaria southern Germany, he married Catherine Chittock The musicians strike up God save the Queen and the actors make their way through the audience and pass through the stage door. Players to catch the eye were Thomas Slater. Antony Millar, 19, the last man to be hanged in Barlinnie Prison. There was H. Holden, Old Adelphi Theatre, a permanent building run by Mr. David Prince Miller. When William Codona was born in 1880, in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, United Kingdom, his father, Henry Codona, was 22 and his mother, Helen Matilda Barr, was 20. Swallows circus was the great attraction in these days. The postal address for East Vinegarhill was 917 Gallowgate and examination of the 1928-30 voters roll reveals that there were 190 adults eligible to vote, and this gives us some idea of how important the site had become to the showpeople. with his girlfriend, Claire Codona, 14, of Hillhead Avenue, Blairbeth. The musicians strike up God Save the Queen and the actors make their way through the audience and pass through the stage door. MR RAYMOND CODONA is a Director from Glasgow. Defunct Amusement Parks. OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 4PM. We collect and match historical records that Ancestry users have contributed to their family trees to create each persons profile. We may then apply our discretion under the user terms to amend or delete comments. Skip Ancestry navigation Main . and J. Ratcliff. It was hard work for the actors, shouting at the top of their voices over the glass so that the audience could hear them speaking. Lord Tweedmouth, in replying for the Government, tried to minimise the matter, and said that it was understood that the gipsies were on their way to Italy. Leitzel fell when part of her rigging broke, and she died of the injuries she sustained in the fall. I have a lot more info and family tree online let me know if you are interested. This database contains family trees submitted to Ancestry by users who have indicated that their tree can be viewed by all Ancestry subscribers.These trees can change over time as users edit, remove, or otherwise modify the data in their trees. Gathered from those who lived during the same time period , were born in the same place, or who have a family name in common. Kindest regards to him. I read all this information ,its great to see this is all part of my history. The Managing director of the business at this time was Alfred B.Codona. The booths and stalls then had to find fresh fields and pastures new. Mr McOnie is one of the personalities of Scottish boxing, but he has also had other interests, notably in the early days of Socialism, when he was an active member of the Catholic Socialist Party. The Annual match between Glasgow Thistle (showmen) and Hearts of Midlothian (showmen) was played last Friday at Helenslea Park the ground of Parkhead F.C. they were circus people. Thereafter the gypsies gave another exhibition of dancing, but several hitches occurred before the orchestra had selected suitable music. Any info would be helpful . Zulus dressed in their native costume execute war dances on the platform, and invite visitors to step inside. 267048936 As a boxing booth it was opened in December 1929, but for some thirty years before that it was about the foremost amusement hall in the East End. A beautiful 3 bedroom Victorian era apartment with exclusive off road parking located in the desirable Ferryhill area. This left John Cairns, 18, of Shawholm Terrace, Shawlands, Glasgow. Then there were the shooting ranges, much affected by the young men of the period, where you might have the pleasure of having your rifle loaded by your mothers star girl. She married a Johnnie ONeill whom she met at Vinegar Hill in about 1914 or 15. What they had just seen on the stage by the gypsies was their own Romany rites, which gave them an idea of how these people married their own kith and kin. Discover your family history in millions of family trees and more than a billion birth,marriage, death, census, and miltary records. A little further on stood Clarks famous ghost illusion-in those days a household name throughout the length and breadth of Scotland. 1896: Glasgow Christmas Fair: McIndoes Ghost Show and Gondolas Many old houses are still standing, but the old showground is open to the street without gate or stile. at the same time, you cannot carry over any products purchased. You can contact the owner of the tree to get more information. Next we went to play pool. i was in the chioer in camlacie school what happened to francky my mate. Professors of the noble hart are haranguing the crowd, and invite all and sundry to step in and have a go. All staff were helpful. Tragedians, arrayed in all their glories of tin helmets and spangled jackets, with wooden swords, loudly assert that they will play Hamlet in five long acts. I remember the first fair in the East End. the major john macintyre had 4 sons and 2 daughters john george charles and thomas (my father) the girls are ivy and dora and his widow was helen nee willmot thanks thomas macintyre. 10. The alter was the stage of the Whitevale Theatre a commodious building forming part of the Carnival attractions provided for the East Enders by Mr Geo. . lodges, members of the Showmans Guild Committee and many other friends. There was the inevitable fat woman, the swings, the Waterloo Fly an A regular beauty, shouts a bleary eyed dissipated looking fellow, Weights twenty six stone. They were a circus family and toured the country as entertainers. Despite Lord Tweedmouths assurances, people are not satisfied, and feel there is something yet to be discovered as to the cause and purpose of this sudden invasion. At an early age he assisted his father in the running of fairs and carnivals in which he was an acrobat of no mean repute. One new feature, however fails to be noticed, and it is the securing of one of the tents for religious services on Sunday. Hi, My grandmothers name was ODonnell. They were a Circus Family and Toured the Country as Entertainers. Quick Description: Early twentieth-century flying trapeze artist Alfredo Codona of the world-famous 'Flying Codonas' is laid to rest here at Inglewood Park Cemetery in California. My Dads aunty Cathy Stringer married Pat Winters but both passed away several years ago now but her daughter is a school teacher in Glasgow. Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. The Codonas have tried everything to stay on their small rural camp, but still the local council deems their site illegal and refuses to grant the family's caravan planning permission. Those who could not retreat often died slowly and painfully over the next three days, rightwhere they lay. ILC,Ltd John Codona No more contests are to be staged there, and the building may be pulled down within a few months if the order is carried through. Top ways to experience nearby attractions. Three young men . Park as a favourite place for homosexual men meeting after dark. John Manders moving wax-work was always strongly patronised. Whilst doing research into Janefield Cemetery, we came across many of the show peoples finalresting place. It is important that we continue to promote these adverts as our local businesses need as much support as possible during these challenging times. They were a circus family and toured the country as entertainers. A reglar beauty shouts a bleary-eyed, dissipated looking fellow, weighs twenty six stone. Newsquest Media Group Ltd, Loudwater Mill, Station Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Required fields are marked *. Discover the meaning and history behind your last name and get a sense of identity and discover who you are and where you come from. You can contact the owner of the tree to get more information. Research genealogy for John McBride Codona of Vinegarhill, Camlachie, Glasgow, as well as other members of the Codona family, on Ancestry. You would never get a return on investment on a big park in Scotland. The Figure Eight was locate at Fun City and the other travelled Scotland visiting various towns and citys. The license applied for was limited to four months. contact the editor here. There is a Cadonas amusement park in Aberdeen. Start a free family tree online and well do the searching for you. Most of them have now settles on the vacant show ground at Vinegar Hill, in the east end of Glasgow, and have been making money by aerobatic performances of a sort. My GG grandfather (David Young) and GG grandmother (Agnes Gray) were married in 1864 from their respective addresses at 10 and 8 Vinegar Hill. 52. This was The Adelphi Theatre, which was run by Mrs David Miller, widow of the former famous Glasgow actor manager. Hi..does anyone have a photo of the gatehouse at Vinegar Hill? The enterprising Buislays had come to Mexico where . The rain is falling heavily and the crowds are gradually melting. 1870s: Glasgow (Vinegar Hill): Willie Campbell: the Glasgow Giant We have Smugglers Cove Adventure Play and Family Restaurant, Codona's Outdoor Go Karting Track, Lucky Strike 10 Pin Bowling, Battle Royale Laser Tag Arena plus more rides and attractions. The replay for the championship takes place to-day (Friday). Possibly a cousin of your dads? James Woods. The people of Vinegarhill were a major part ofCamlachies history. This was Clarks adaption of Peppers Ghost by means of plate glass. Hoping the names mean something to someone x. Hello Frances, Polly Spencer was my aunt, mum (Nora)s sister. This site is part of Newsquest's audited local newspaper network. Tickets cannot be purchased online on day of visit. Taken from Eastern Standard March 7th 1942. The first two men assaulted were kicked, punched and threatened with a. knife before being robbed, and were left dazed and bleeding. This database contains family trees submitted to Ancestry by users who have indicated that their tree can only be viewed by Ancestry members to whom they have granted permission to see their tree. Alfredo Codona (18931937), who would become the most noted member of the family, began appearing in the circus at 7 1/2 months when his father, Edward, a flyer, balanced him on his hand for the opening act. Id appreciate any info on the Adens. Biography of the life of the circus performer Alfredo Codona. The grave was heaped with beautiful wreaths and among other tokens of sympathy were a marble Bible on a slab from the show people of Possilpark, a marble shield from the Showmans Guild, and seven flower vases from Showland. Chisholm settled in Glasgow as an auctioneer and ran a lottery in Saltmarket, near to the railway bridge at Osborne Street. The Codonas came from Italy to Scotland in the early 19th century. I was born in 1971 and was one of the last kids around vinegar hill, my great grandparents were the lessees, there parents are mentioned above as the king and queen of vinegar hill celebrating there golden anniversary. Die drei Codonas: Directed by Arthur Maria Rabenalt. The Beach Ballroom is an art deco building on the sea front of Aberdeen, Scotland. He looked quite out of place among the other exiles from the sunny shores of the macaroni eaters and inventors of big McCullums. 1870s: Glasgow (High St): W. Palmers performing seals They were the parents of at least 1 son. Born in 12a Broad Street,Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland on 17 October 1927 to John McBride Codona and Sarah Johnston. My mum also came from there Helen Morgan two brother Tommy and Robert Devine dad Danny Morgan and mum Margaret, I remember playing with Sandra Cadona and the Gunn family, Hi my mother was born in vinegar hill in 1907 her name was Margaret Thompson her mother was jean nee smith and father james. It was horrible. It should have been a safe space for informed debate, somewhere for readers to discuss issues around the biggest stories of the day, but all too often the below the line comments on most websites have become bogged down by off-topic discussions and abuse. Other circuses were Jeannettes, Manleys, and Cadonas and among the attractions were Menders Wild Beast Show and Wombells Menagerie with the lion Wallace born on the Green, and the lion tamer The Great Macoma. Insinuating owners of ghost shows try to wheedle me within their web, but I obdurate. Mr Bostock still possesses many of the original caravans and wagons that were part of the original Wombells Menagerie. Can you tell me a little more about Margaret, maybe parents or brothers/sisters so I can try and find out some further information for you. A sparring booth is the next place worthy of notice. 44" under 52" skydeck super dodgems : min. The place was in semi darkness. Frank Codona, born 1898. Research genealogy for Duncan Johnston Codona of 12a Broad Street,Glasgow, Lanarkshire, Scotland, as well as other members of the Codona family, on Ancestry. Several of the justices expressed their opinion that a cheap theatre in the district of Camlachie would influence detrimentally the youth of the neighborhood. Every bone in his face and skull was fractured and he had severe brain. Along with Mr.D.Taylor he was responsible for the running of a carnival on Fleshers Haugh, Glasgow Green, a few years ago and previous to that he staged another carnival at Queens Park. Sanger on this occasion had three circus rings running simultaneously, and presented what was probably the finest equestrian company ever seen in Glasgow. My earlies recollection of Geggies on Glasgow were Sennetts and Perrys, or Purry as the Glasgow buddies called him. Those were the days when his fathers Ghost illusions were at the height of their popularity, and when the roundabouts were pulled by little ponies. This database contains family trees submitted to Ancestry by users who have indicated that their tree can only be viewed by Ancestry members to whom they have granted permission to see their tree. We encourage you to research and examine . I know and remember Maggie and Paddy. City Centre Glasgow. Hi Carl, my family lived on Vinegarhill for many years. With one single test, you can discover your genetic origins and find family you nenver know you had. The band is seated, there are two or three preliminary flushes on their part, and then the curtain is rung up. One branch of the family left Glasgow in the early 1900s and went to America, then moved to Mexico and formed a trapeze act which eventually became the world famous 'Flying Codonas'. His brother, Lalo, had continued the act with flyers Clayton Behee and Rose Sullivan until torn muscles forced his retirement. heraldscotland.com is tackling this problem by allowing only subscribers to comment. Research genealogy for Joseph Codona of Old Barracks, Gallowgate, Glasgow, as well as other members of the Codona family, on Ancestry. As a subscriber, you are shown 80% less display advertising when reading our articles. It was the shows that Barrie mentions in Auld Licht Idylls. Other geggies beside Senets were David Prince Millers, Glenroys and the Pattertons. About this time Sangers great fete and gala was held on the old Shawfield running ground. I enter the temple of drama, passing in my ascent, villains, robbers and heroes. 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