
On the cover of a 68-page book of advertisers who supported the 1945 Boy Scout Circus in St. Louis, March 1-3.
A "Boy Scout Circus" is a performance or event put on by a Boy Scout troop – in this case the St. Louis Council – showcasing various skills and activities they’ve learned through scouting, including things like first aid, knot tying, camping techniques, and sometimes even entertaining acts like juggling or acrobatics, all presented in a circus-like format with audience engagement.
Acts could include things like rope climbing, fire building, flag ceremonies, and skits related to scouting themes. It was often used as a fundraising event as well as to engage with the local community.