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The Grossman-Nicholson Magic Collection Part 2

Sat, Jun 10, 2017 11:00AM EDT - Sun, Jun 11, 2017 11:00AM EDT
Lot 304

Three ALSs from Cardini to John Henry Grossman.

Estimate: $200 - $300

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Cardini (Richard Valentine Pitchford). Three ALSs from Cardini to John Henry Grossman. Gardiner, N.Y., 1967/69/70. Three autograph letters signed “Dick” or “Swan & Dick” to Grossman, each accompanied by the original mailing envelopes addressed in Cardini’s hand. Cardini discusses in detail the construction or repair of magic apparatus including watch reels and an innovative idea for the use of flash cotton, reflections on an early unsuccessful performance in London (“I never did that routine for small children again”), business and performances, and personal matters and greetings.

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