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Rare Houdini Pamphlet Signed By Wife

Pamphlet, 40 p. Harry Houdini exposes tricks used by the Boston Medium 'Margery' to win the $2500 prize offered by Scientific American; also a complete exposure of Argamasilla, the famous Spaniard who baffled noted Scientists of Europe and America, with his claim to x-ray vision." Booklet goes into details of Houdini exposing all of Margery's illusions, with several sketches and photos of Houdini working on the illusions. Signed on the front cover in black ink by his wife Beatrice. Advance copy - Book not on sale until October 19/24, Regards, Houdini." In good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, old tape reinforcement to binding, which is now separating at both ends and some light edge chipping. 6 x 9" Sale History: R & R Enterprises, April 2002