Sigmund Breitbart, the “modern Samson” who is performing here at one of the theatres received a slight injury to his chin when a horse passed over his body during the performance of his strength feats. The shows are being conducted regularly, however,
Breitbart, who is generally considered the “world’s strongest man” is touring America under the auspices of the Keith theatrical syndicate.
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