Ups 'n Downs

Bosko runs a hot dog stand at an amusement park; but he sneaks away to the racetrack to ride his mechanical horse.

Cast

Johnny Murray

as Bosko (voice) (uncredited)

Carman Maxwell

as Evil Jockey / Hippo (voice) (uncredited)

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