James Anthony Bailey

James Anthony Bailey (July 4, 1847 – April 11, 1906), born James Anthony McGinnis, was an American owner and manager of several 19th-century circuses, including The Barnum and Bailey Greatest Show on Earth.

For other people named James Bailey, see James Bailey (disambiguation).
James Anthony Bailey
Born
James Anthony McGinnis

(1847-07-04)July 4, 1847
Detroit, Michigan, US
DiedApril 11, 1906(1906-04-11) (aged 58)
Mount Vernon, New York, US
Resting placeWoodlawn Cemetery in The Bronx, New York
Other namesJames A. Bailey (professional title)
Known forCo-founder of Ringling Bros. Barnum & Bailey Circus
Managing Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show
Spouse
Ruth Louisa McCaddon
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(m. 1868)​
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