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[Scrapbook] Scrapbook of Chicago-based magic ephemera. Included are advertisements, postcards, photographs, handbills, brochures and clippings relating to the following magicians, and their appearances in Chicago: Houdini (in a postcard advertising his show at the Princess Theatre), Thurston (theatre program), Blackstone, Sr. (candid photographs showing him performing the Vanishing Birdcage, and more), Tarbell, Gwynne, Milbourne Christopher (signed postcard), Kolar, Paul Rosini, Sorcar and many others. Approximately 100 pieces. 1920s-60s. Compiled by an unknown collector. Items pasted down but in good condition. Should be seen.


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Date:
2010-01-30

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