291: Over 20 magic-themed scrapbooks.

[Scrapbooks] Collection of over 20 magic-themed scrapbooks. Compiled by both performers and collectors, most of these oversized books contain clippings from newspapers and magazines related to performances of or exposures of the working behind various tricks and illusions. Other contents include programs, brochures, instruction sheets, handwritten notes and news features. Topics covered include Spiritualism, Houdini, cartoons with a magic theme, notes on tricks and routines, and more. Material specifically associated with and related to the careers and performances of J. Elder Blackledge (including a considerable amount of printed publicity and reviews), John Northern Hilliard (regarding his career as a writer of theatrical productions), John Shirley, and Herman Homar (including a number of his diaries and datebooks) are covered as well. The entire collection contained in three large cartons. Condition varies from poor to good. Should be seen.