In a well publicized event, a Ringling Brothers route book report noted: “Centralia, Washington, Saturday, August 22 1903. A serious wreck at Chehalis, four miles away, and an accident to Prince, the clown dog, were important events today for the Ringling Brothers Circus. The boiler of an engine drawing an excursion train loaded with Portland Elks, exploded and wrecked several cars. Two persons were killed and a score or more injured. Dr. Gollmar, of the show, was requested to lend aid and made a futile attempt to catch a special train made up to carry surgeons to the scene of the wreck. The Elks with the circus sent word to their brothers at the wreck that they were ready and willing to do all in their power.