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Personal Telegram from Houdini to Hardeen. 1913.

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Personal Telegram from Houdini to Hardeen. 1913.

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Houdini, Harry. Telegram from Houdini to Hardeen. August 29, 1913. Houdini’s deeply personal message reads, “Imperator sails as advertised…trust that future will be brightened and our past guided through to happiness by the memory of the unselfish love the mother who bore us willing[y] gave to her last moment on earth. Best wishes and love from [your] brother Houdini.” Corners torn away, old folds.

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Personal Telegram from Houdini to Hardeen. 1913.

Name: Personal Telegram from Houdini to Hardeen. 1913.
SKU: 28862174
Price: 1500 USD
Availability: InStock

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