THE BALLOON MAN

Back in their prime, Hell Drivers and thrill show performers were major celebrities.

Car and tire companies, such as Phillips 66, bragged that if their brands could take a beating from stunt drivers, they certainly could handle you.

The Aut Swensen Thrillcade was a traveling show that combined stunts with circus animals, marching bands, dancing girls and even professional archers (yes there is such a thing).