1979 American Showman Magazine 5 Issues (Carnival, Fair & Amusement Industry) For Sale

American Showman was a leading American trade publication serving the carnival, fair, and outdoor amusement industries since May 1978. Highly valued today by carnival historians and showmen collectors, it documented the golden age of traveling entertainment with unmatched depth and insider access.
The magazine acted as a vital communication link between traveling shows, fair committees, and ride manufacturers. Each issue offered practical logistics such as carnival routes, county and state fair dates, and regional venue information. It also served as a major advertising hub where manufacturers promoted new thrill rides, concession equipment, game setups, and custom trailers. American Showman frequently covered industry giants like Royal American Shows, detailing daily operations, staff movements, and attendance figures, material that makes surviving issues especially valuable for researchers and collectors.This listing is for 5 issues of American Showman magazines published in 1979.American Showman starts its year in May, with May as the number 1 in each Volume year.February 1979 Vol 1 No. 10 (36 pages)March 1979 Vol 1 No. 11 (34 pages)September 1979 Vol 2 No. 5 (36 pages) - -water damage to front & back cover and pages 1 - 4 are stuck together (see picture)November 1979 Vol 2 No. 7 (34 pages)December 1979 Vol 2 No. 8 (48 pages)

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