JIM KEY THE HORSE THAT HELPED LAUNCH THE ANIMAL RIGHTS MOVEMENT REAL PHOTO BUTTON.
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Winning Bid:
$118.00
(Includes 18% Buyer's Premium)
Bidding Ended:
Tuesday, March 21, 2023 9:00:00 PM (20 Minute Clock Begins At Tuesday, March 21, 2023 9:00:00 PM)
Item Description
1.25" real photo sepia c. 1904 shows the world's smartest horse holding a bell in his mouth along with photo of composer and sheet music publisher Sir Giorgio Manoliti with text promoting his (Beautiful) "Jim Key Two-Step By Minoliti." Covered tin back by Shaw, Phila. NM. Jim Key was trained by "Dr." William Key, born a slave and a self-trained veterinarian known for horse whispering and animal healing skills. William Key became one of the most recognized African-Americans of his time. He taught Jim Key to read, spell, recognize money and do basic arithmetic. Jim performed nationwide and was the top money maker at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. Animal rights advocates of the S.P.C.A. used Jim Key to promote the humane treatment of animals with over a million kids signing a "be kind to animals" pledge. Jim Key retired in 1906 and died in 1912. Only example we've seen in our 56 years.
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