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AT AUCTION THE OF HOWIE SCHWARZMAN

Howie Schwarzman BOOKS • CATALOGS • MAGAZINES • MEMORABILIA • EQUIPMENT AND MORE!

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HAVERSAT & EWING GALLERIES, LLC PO BOX 1078 - YARDLEY, PA 19067-3434 WWW.HAVERSATEWING.COM Haversat & Ewing Galleries is pleased to devote Auction #23 to featuring an amazing selection of personal items from the collection of Howie Schwarzman. Considered a living legend and expert, he was a columnist, author, lecturer and magic dealer. Howie was born in November 21, 1927 and first became interested in magic when only five. A family friend, Solo Goldsmith, taught him some simple magic including the Chinese Laundry Ticket and Howie discovered more in his local library.

At age twelve he met Dr. Abe Hurwitz (Peter Pan, the Magic Man and the father of ) who was organizing a junior magic club under the auspices of the New York Parks Department. This club took the name Future American Magical Entertainers (F.A.M.E.) and it was there he met Dr. Victor Sendax, Ken Krenzel and Al Goshman. At Age 15, Howie discovered Erdnase and began to specialize in pure sleight of hand. His circle widened and he started hanging out with John Scarne, Ed Balducci, Jean Hugard, Harlan Tarbell, Blackstone Sr., and Cardini. By the time he entered high school he had five individual acts. Spare time was spent at ’s, Max Holden’s, Stuart Robson’s and Lou Tannen’s.

Another mentor was New York orchestra leader and magician Richard Himber, creator of the Linking Finger-Ring trick. Schwarzman often pulled pranks at Himber’s urging, including impersonating mentalist . Doing so, he frequently did a toss- out deck effect where the thought-of card was always the Four of Clubs. For years after, in Himber’s honor, Howie would always name the Four of Clubs when asked to name a card.

In 1946, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was quickly placed into a unit entertaining troops. At first he played tuba in the band but eventually was assigned to Special Services where he performed magic more often. Out of the Army in 1948, Howie began performing magic professionally at night clubs and other venues. In 1955 he married his wife Laura and moved to Baltimore several years later. In 1962, Howie began mentoring the teenaged Denny Haney, whom he booked to perform at the Society of American Magicians convention.

Howie edited Cliff Green’s book, “Professional Card Magic,” which included some of his effects. More of his tricks appeared in books and Bobo’s . He became a magic dealer in 1976 and specialized in imported tricks, notably from European magicians like Lubor Fiedler. He also wrote a popular column, “I’ve Said It Before,” for Tannen’s Magic Manuscript Magazine, and in M-U-M.

He has been a member of the Parent Assembly No. 1 of the Society of American Magicians for 45 years, and was named “Magician of the Year” in 2007. He was also a long-time attendee at FFFF, “Fechter’s Finger Flinging Frolic,” an invitation-only convention for close-up magicians held in upstate New York. In 2008, Schwarzman was named the recipient of a performing fellowship at the .

When Schwarzman first began to lecture at magicians clubs in 1961, said of him, “In the last few years, you have certainly taken your place among the top flight card men in New York ... I think I’m familiar with the work of almost everyone interested in card handling, both professional and amateur, in this country. I unhesitatingly assert you can hold your own in the fastest company.” A dozen years before, Vernon wrote that Schwarzman was “one of the younger and better magic performers.” Vernon also called Howie “very enthusiastic, very skillful, very original and adept.”

Schwarzman retired in 1993, but continued to attend many major magic conventions and gave occasional lectures until recent years. He also had his pilot’s license, and owned several aircraft. He currently lives in Baltimore, Maryland in an assisted living facility.

Over the course of his active life he befriended and sessioned with all of the top sleight of hand performers. His collection featured in this auction is saturated with books, lecture notes, pamphlets, photographs and other items, all personally autographed to Howie by Vernon, Garcia, Racherbaumer, Cardini, Lyons, Krenzel, Dusheck, Slydini, Andruzzi, Lorayne, Elmsley, and many, many others. It could almost be called the “Autographed to Howie collection.” The auction is also supplemented with other desirable equipment, and ephemera from some of the nation’s leading collectors.

Our thanks to noted magician Steve Friedberg for consigning Howie’s collection with Haversat & Ewing Galleries. The proceeds will be used to establish a non-profit foundation that will provide educational scholarships to promising young magicians, a fitting tribute for someone like Howie who spent his entire life developing magic talent. HAVERSAT & EWING GALLERIES - SCHWARZMAN COLLECTION BOOKS BOOKS 1. Albo, Robert – “The Magic of America 1850-1950,” 1995. Softbound, a history of America’s magic shops and dealers. Many color photographs. Very nice. $30+ 1.

2. Albo, Robert – “The Magic of England,” written by Edwin Dawes, 1994. Softbound, account of British magic firms with color photos of equipment. Very nice. $30+

3. Albo, Robert – “The Magic of France,” circa 1980s. A lovely and thorough history of magic in that country. Softbound, 2. hundreds of color photos of antique magic apparatus. A must for collectors. Very good. $30+

4. Albo, Robert – “Thoughts and Reminiscences on the History and Mystery of Magic, 2004. Softbound, autographed, includes Classic Magic Series mirror card in rear of publication. A loving look at our rich conjuring history. Fine. $50+ 3. 5. Albo, Robert – Classic Magic Video Series – Okito Vols. 1-4, by Steven’s Magic. A special edition of The Greater Magic Video Library series. Includes a booklet on the Okito family and four video tapes in custom-designed box. Mint. $100 +

6. Albo, Robert – Five titles in Albo’s wonderful series of collectible books. Lot includes Vol. 9 “Additional Classic Magic 4. With Apparatus,” 1998; “Vol. 10 “History and Mystery of Magic,” 2001 (limited to 500 copies); Vol. 11 “Laboratories of Legerdermain,” 2005, (limited to 300 copies). Lot also includes “Magic Supplement 1986, soft bound, and “Classic Magic Supplement No II, 1989, Soft bound. All come in the red hard shell case issued by Dr. Albo. Mint. $600+

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7. Alfredson, James & Daily, George – “A Bibliography of Conjuring Periodicals in English 1791-1983. Magicana for Collectors Pub., 1986. Hardbound, blue cloth covers, 395 pps. The definitive work on magic periodicals. Autographed by George Daily. Mint. $40+ 7. 8. Ammar, Michael – “The Magic of ,” L&L Pub., 1991, first edition. Deluxe collector’s edition, hardbound, hard slip case, gilt titles on cover and spine. #34 of this limited signed edition. Mint. $100+

9. Anverdi, Tony – “Anverdi – 50 Years of Magical Creations,” Mephisto Pub., 1992, first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 190 pps plus index. Mint. $40+

8. 10. Aronson, Simon – “The Aronson Approach,” Savaco Ltd., Pub. 1990. Hardbound, DJ, 173 pps. Mint. $40+

11. Autographed Lecture Notes Archive 1 – Over 60 lecture notes collected by or given to, Howie Schwarzman from the leading magicians of the world. In many cases there are multiples from the performers. Most signed directly to him. Lecturers include Frank Garcia (2), Harry Lorayne (2), , Darwin Ortiz, , (5), Danny Tong (5), (2), 9. , Amadeo, Al Cohen, Paul Swinford, John Mendoza, , , Ken Krenzel, Billy McComb, Bob Parrish, , , John Cornelius and many, many others. Includes a large selection of unsigned notes. $200+

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12. Autographed Lecture Notes Archive 2 – Over 30 lecture notes autographed to Howie from: Andrus 12. (5), Curry, Benatar (2), Stapleton (2), Hudson, Racherbaumer, Fleshman, Jones, Skinner, Futagawa, Ortiz, Lovell, Calvert, Rogers, Dingle, Moorehouse, Flint, Cossari, Wonder, Maven (6) and more. $100+

13. Autographed Lecture Notes Archive 3 – Over 30 lecture notes autographed to Howie from: Benzais, 13. Clayton, , Ladshaw, Miesel, Spooner, Hummer, Chanin, Cornelius, Sands, Anderson, Ascanio, Green, Flip, Sommers, , Goshman, Lloyd Jones, Marconick, (3) and more. $100+

14. Autographed Lecture Notes Archive 4 – Over 30 14. lecture notes autographed to Howie from: Martinez, , Charlie Miller, Page, Trevor Lewis, Buckingham, Harold Taylor, Bongo, Schindler, Fox, Phoa Yan Tong, Green, McComb, Pavel (5) Johnson. Lawton, and others. $100+ 15. 15. Bannon, John – “Smoke and Mirrors,” Kauffman & Greenberg Pub., 1991. Hardbound, 164 pps. Very good. $40+

16. Becker, Larry - “Stunners! The Mental Magic of Larry Becker,” Aplar Pub., 1992. Hardbound, DJ, 464 pps., autographed. Lot also includes Corrinda’s “13 Steps to Mentalism,” Tannen Magic, 1968. Hardbound, DJ, Mint. $50+

17. Becker, Larry – Two titles by this famous mentalist. 16. Lot includes: “World of Super Mentalism,” Louis Tannen, 1978. Comb bound, 156 pps. Autographed, “To Howie, A great magician and a great guy.” And, “World of Super Mentalism,” Book Two, 1979. Double autographed and being book # 99 of an unknown number. Very good. $50+

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18. Bertram, Ross – Two titles including: “Magic and Methods of Ross Bertram,” Magic Ltd., 1978; and “Bertram on Sleight of Hand,” Magic Ltd., 1983. Both have dust jackets but “Magic Methods” shows shelf wear. $40+

19. Blackstone, Harry Sr. – “Blackstone’s Modern Card Tricks,” George Sully Co., NY 1932. Hardbound, 204 pps. Good. $40+ 18. 20. Blackstone, Harry Sr. – “Blackstone’s Secrets of Magic,” George Sully Co., NY. Hardbound, 265 pps. Boldly signed by Blackstone to a previous owner. Very good. $50+

21. Bloch, Rich – “The Goldston Reader,” 19. Collectors’ Workshop Pub., 1990. This is a compilation of the famous Goldston’s Magician Annuals. Deluxe collector’s edition, hardbound, hard slip case, gilt titles, #46 of 300. Former owner’s ink stamp on fly leaf. Mint. $60+

21. 22. Bobo, J.B. – “The New Modern Coin Magic,” Magic Inc. Pub., 1966 revised edition. Hardbound, 20. DJ, 519 pps. Fine. $30+

23. Braue, Fred – “The Fred Braue Notebooks,” Jeff Busby, 1985. A rediscovery of all the wonderful magic Braue produced over his lifetime in eight volumes with prospectus. All are soft cover, wire bound and limited to 300 copies. Difficult to find. Very good. $60+

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24. 24. Breese, Martin – “” interview from his Magicassettes series. The lot being a hardbound transcription of Breese’s interview with Harbin in 1977 and published in 1983. Many illustrations. Fine. $40+

25. Carroll, Jose – “52 Lovers Vol II,” Editorial Frakson, 26. 1991. Softbound 123 pps. Fine. $30+

26. Chebro, Bob – “The Tipnician,” self-published, 1982. Hardbound. 63 pps, autographed to Howie. $30+ 25. 27. Clark, Keith – “Encyclopedia of Cigarette Magic,” Keith Clark Pub., 1937. Hardbound, 307 pps. Autographed. Spine slightly rubbed at top but otherwise very good. $30+

28. Clarke, Sidney – “The Annals of Conjuring,” Magico Magazine, 1983. Hardbound, red cloth, 291 pps plus lengthy index. Printed from copies owned by John Henry Grossman, Life President of the Magic Collectors’ Association. 27. Autographed by Grossman to a previous owner. Fine. $50+

29. Cremer, W.H. Jr. – “The Secret Out or 1000 Tricks With 28. Cards,” Dick & Fitzgerald Pub., 1859. Hardbound, 398 pps. plus ads. Brown leather, bright gilt titles on cover and spine. Very minor shelf wear on bottom of spine. Very good. $40+

30. Cremer, W.H. Jr. – “The Secret Out or 1000 Tricks With Cards,” Dick & Fitzgerald Pub., 1859. Hardbound, 398 pps. 29. plus ads. Bright red leather covers, wonderful gilt lettering on cover and spine. Fine. $40+

31. Curry, Paul – “Worlds Beyond,” Hermetic 30. Press Pub., first edition, 2001. Hardbound, DJ, 382 pps. Mint. $30+

32. Dalal, Sam – “Swami and Mantra,” Kauffman & Company Pub., 1997. Hardbound, DJ, 112 pps. Limited to 1,000 copies. Mint. $30+ 31.

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33. 33. Dariel Fitzkee – “Improved and Original Card Problems by Arthur Buckley,” Magic Studios Pub., San Francisco, 1930. Softbound manuscript stapled at the top, 58 pps. Wear at the bottom of front and back covers. Ink notations on one page. Fair. $40+

34. Dusheck, Steve – Two titles from this creative author and magician. Lot includes “Duscheck’s Thump Tip Magic,” American Magic Co., 1991 (autographed) 34. and his force book, “Famous Quotations,” Americaan Literary Press, 1994. Both books mint. $40+ 35. 35. England, Don – “Gaffed to the Hilt,” Kaufmann and Greenberg Pub., 1985. First edition of tricks with gaffed cards accompanying each effect. Envelope containing two Tahoe decks included. Amazing close-up with personally created gaffed cards. Find another. Fine. $50+

36. Evans, Henry Ridgely – “The Old and New Magic,” Open Court Pub., 1906. A great book from one of magic’s early historians. Hardbound, red cloth, 517 pps. Covers 36. and spine bright. Very good. $40+

37. Forrester, Stephen – “The Annotated Discovery of 37. Witchcraft, Booke XIII,” Canada, 2000. Hardbound, gilt cover, #111 of 500 limited edition, 108 pps., autographed. Fine. $40+

38. Fulves, Karl – “The Best of Slydini,” Louis Tannen Pub., 1976. Hardbound, 107 pps. Comes in two volumes – one containing the text, the other the photographs. 38. Mint. $60+

39. Fulves, Karl – “The Magical World of Slydini,” Tannen Pub., 1979. Hardbound, 101 pps. Another two- volume set with text and photos. Mint. $60+

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40. 40. Galloway, Andrew – A lot consisting of four works on John Ramsey. Lot includes: “The Ramsey Legend,” Goodliffe Pub., 1969; “The Ramsey Classics,” self- published, 1977; “The Ramsey Legend, Revised and Enlarged,” self-published 1985, autographed; and “The Ramsey Finale,” self-published 1982, autographed with accompanying note from Galloway. All hardbound with dustjackets. Jacket on the “Ramsey Finale” torn at the top front. Otherwise fine. Added title, “Diverting Card Magic,” by Galloway, 1980. Hardbound, DJ. 41. Autographed to Howie. Mint. $100+

41. Ganson, Lewis – “Dai Vernon’s Inner Card Trilogy,” L&L Pub., 1996. Hardbound, deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed by Vernon. This volume is #72 of the limited edition. Mint. $100+

42. Ganson, Lewis – “Dai Vernon’s Ultimate Secrets of Card Magic,” L&L Pub., 1995. Hardbound, deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed 42. by Vernon. This volume is #55 of a limited edition. Mint. $100+

43. Ganson, Lewis – “Dai Vernon’s Ultimate Secrets of Card Magic,” Supreme Magic, London, 1967. Hardbound, DJ, 242 pps. Previous owners ink stamp on 43. bottom edges of pages. Otherwise very good. 40+

44. Ganson, Lewis – “The Dai Vernon Book of Magic,” L&L Pub., 1994. Hardbound, deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed by Vernon. This volume is #28. Mint. $100+

45. Ganson, Lewis – “The Magic of Slydini,” Harry 44. Stanley, 1960. Hardbound, 208 pps. Front of dustjacket glued into rear inside cover of the book. Chanin sticker on inside front cover, autographed by Slydini to Howie for, “his superlative accomplishment in magic, Nov. 1, 1974.” Fine. $100+ 45.

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46. Ganson, Lewis – Three titles relating to the magic of 46. the wonderful Dai Vernon. Lot includes: “Dai Vernon’s Inner Secrets of Card Magic,” Supreme Magic Co., ND, hardbound, DJ, 76 pps.; “Dai Vernon’s More Inner Secrets of Card Magic,” Supreme Magic Co., 87 pps.; and “Dai Vernon’s Further Inner Secrets of Card Magic,” Supreme, ND, hardbound, DJ, 72 pps. Each have the ink stamp of the previous owner. Otherwise all in excellent condition. $80+

47. Garcia, Frank – Eight Titles from this creative magic genius. Lot includes: “Exclusive Card Miracles,” 1980, autographed and includes a personal letter to Howie; “Exclusive Card Secrets,” 1980, autographed; “The Very Best of the ,” 1979 first edition, autographed; “The Close-Up Magic of Frank Garcia Vols. 1 and 2, 1982; “Frank Garcia’s Billiard Balls,” 1960, Gene Gordon softbound, autographed, Yogi Magic Mart sticker inside; “Frank Garcia’s Sponge Balls,” Gene Gordon, early 47. softbound, autographed. And, “Wild Card Miracles,” 1977, softbound. Excellent. $100+

48. Garcia, Frank – Four titles from the master. Lot includes: “Don’t Bet on It – The Real Secrets of the 3 Card Monte,” 1978, softbound, 119 pps., back cover bent at lower corner; “The Real Secrets of the Three-Ball Routines,” 1978, softbound, 91 pps. autographed to Howie; “Million Dollar Card Secrets,” 1972 first edition, 128 pps, bound in boards; and “Super Subtle Card Miracles,” 1973. Bound in 48. boards autographed by both Garcia and friend, magician and editor George Schindler. Very good. $80+

49. Gardner, Martin – “Mathematical Magic Show,” Knopf Pub., second printing, 1977. Hardbound, DJ, 284 pps. Mint. Inscription to Howie from a friend who gave him the book. $30+

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50. Grippo, Jimmy – “The Magic of Jimmy Grippo,” G-M Pub., , 1981. Hardbound, DJ, # 143 of a limited edition by this great magician. Schwarzman embossed stamp on flyleaf. Autographed to Howie 1-12-81. Mint. $40+ 51. Harbin, Robert – “Harbincadabra,” Goodliffe Pub., 1979. Hardbound, DJ, 311 pps. This title being “brainwaves and brainstorms of Robert Harbin taken from the pages of 51. Abracadabra 1947-1965. Very fine. $50+ 52. Harbin, Robert – “The Magic of Robert Harbin,” C.W. Mole & Sons Ltd., London. First edition, 1970. This copy is # 290 of 500 and sent to A.G. Moore. Autographed. Fine. Lot includes the bootleg edition by Al Mann and Craige Snader, also fine. $150+ 52. 53. Harris, Paul – “A Close-up Kinda Guy,” Louis Tannen Pub., 1983 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 132 pps., autographed boldly to Howie. Mint. $40+ 53. 54. Harris, Paul – “Close-up Fantasies Finale,” Martinez Prod., 1981. Hardbound, DJ, 175 pps. Autographed by Harris to Howie. Flyleaf has Howie’s impressed seal. $40+

55. Harris, Paul – “The Art of Astonishment,” A-1 Multimedia Pub., 1993. Volume one 309 pps. Volume two 319 pps. Volume three 323 pps. Three-volume collector’s edition, each autographed by Harris. These volumes are #28 in a limited series. All hardbound, gilt covers and spines. Volume three shows some cover wear but overall, excellent. 50+ 54.

56. Hartman, J.K. – “Card Craft – Collected Trickery,” Kaufman & Greenberg, 1991. Hardbound, hard slip case, gilt titles, ribbon book mark. This is #48 of only 50 copies, autographed by the author. $100+ 55.

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57. 57. Hobbs, Stephen – “Gene Maze and the Art of Bottom Dealing,” Kaufmann & Greenberg, 1994 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 197 pps. Slight tear to top right corner of dust jacket. Otherwise Fine. $30+

58. Hofzinser, J.N. – “Zauberkunste.” Fredo Marvelli, Berlin, 1942. Hardbound first edition in German, 320 pps. Splitting at rear of spine, some fraying of the fabric but nice and sound. Schwarzman bookplate in front. Good. $40+

59. Holler, Hans – “Cortini Manipulator – Illusionist,” Krefeld, Dusseldorf, 1990. A 99-page history of this conjuror on the anniversary of his 100th birthday. Written in cooperation with 58. Wittus Witt. Softcover, in German. Includes a reproduction Cortini broadside from 1936. Mint. $30+

60. Houdini, Harry – “The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin,” Publishers Printing Co., 1908. Houdini’s diatribe against Robert-Houdin. Interior text split at the front inside of the spine and blemish on the bottom of the spine and cover edge. Otherwise a nice copy. Good. $100+ 59. 61. Schwartz, Phil & Albo, Robert – “The Ultimate Thayer,” self-published, 2010. Two hardbound volumes measuring 9” by 12” featuring color photos, memorabilia, and the history of Thayer’s magic. Volume 1, more than 250 pages with lots of full color images throughout. Volume 2 has more color photos and pictures of over 400 Thayer-Owen pieces of apparatus. Volumes come with a folder containing ten DVDs of performance of 60. the apparatus shown in the second volume, and historical footage dating back more than seventy years. In the back of volume one is a reproduction of the true first Thayer Catalog (yellow covers, not red) including the loose photos, as issued. It is located in an envelope on the inside back cover of the first volume. A beautiful, newly minted Thayer commemorative token housed in an envelope on the inside back cover of the second volume. A hardbound slipcase to hold all of the above, lavishly decorated in gold on black cloth (Thayer colors). Only 400 sets produced. Like new, mint. $200+ 61.

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62. 62. Hugard, Jean & Braue, Fred – “The Royal Road to Card Magic,” Harper & Brothers Pub., 1948 first edition. Hardbound, 292 pps. Signature of previous owner, Stanley Sokeitous a 1920’s Philadelphia mentalist, written in several places throughout. Otherwise fine. $30+

63. Hull, Burling – “The G-D D—n Truth About Magic,” Pub. One of only two complete bound volumes of this magic diatribe. This one was owned by Alex Redans who bound the two volumes. Bev Bergeron received the other. Hardbound, gilt titles, autographed by Hull, Redan’s bookplate inside and name impressed on the cover. Lot 63. includes the comb bound version with Redan’s bookplate inside. Rare and scarce to find all the issues. $50+ 64. 64. Karr, Todd & Minch Stephen - “Clever and Pleasant Inventions,” Hermetic Press, 1998. A beautiful translation of the first book in French dealing entirely with prestidigitation 65. (1584). This deluxe collector’s edition is hardbound, leather spine, clamshell box with leather spine, it being #5 of only 80 such copies. Autographed by Stephen Minch. Mint. $80+

65. Kaufman, Richard – “The Complete Works of Derek Dingle,” Kaufmann and Greenberg Pub., 1982. Hardbound, DJ, 219 pps. Mint. $30+

66. 66. Kaufman, Richard – “Tom Mullica Starring in Show- Time at the Tom-Foolery,” Kaufmann Pub., first edition, 1992 with illustrations by Ton Onosaka. Hardbound with slipcase and red ribbon bookmark, 220 pps. Limited edition # 45 of the deluxe edition of 50. Autographed by both Kaufmann and Mullica. Mint. $100+

67. Kaufmann, Richard – “Coin Magic,” Kaufmann 67. and Greenberg Pub., 1982, second edition. Great coin magic compendium with effects from Vernon, Slydini, Roth, Marlo, Dingle, Zarrow and many others. Hardbound, DJ, 266 pps. Very good. $40+

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68. 68. Kaufmann, Richard – “Williamson’s Wonders,” Kaufmann & Greenberg, 1989, A great compilation of effects by David Williamson. Hardbound, DJ, 96 pps. Mint. $40+

69. Kaufmann, Richard, Minch, Stephen, Fleischer, Adam – “The New York Magic Symposium,” Invisible Man Productions Pub., 1982. Five volumes of great magic created at this symposium which began August 19-22, 1982 in New York. The single greatest collection of magic 69. from the conjuring world. All volumes hardbound and in excellent condition. $100+

70. Kelly, Kevin – “Don Englands Paradox,” self- published, 2001. A fantastic collection of great magic from England, described as, “a modern day Hofzinser.” This British magician is the king of gaffed card miracles. This lot includes two volumes, one text and instructions, the other a book of fantastic gaffed cards to perform the effects. This is No. 32 of only 50 such volumes. Text is hardbound, DJ, 151 pps. Mint. $100+

71. Kelly, Kevin – “Don Englands Paradox,” self- published, 2001. Another copy this one being No. 14 of only 50. Still shrink wrapped. Mint. $40+ 70.

71. 72. Lavand, Rene – “Slow Motion Magic Vol. II,” Editorial Frakson 1991. This book was sold at Lavand’s lecture March 24, 1992 in Washington, DC. Includes flyer for the show and Howie’s parking garage ticket. Autographed by Lavand to Howie. Softbound 128 pps. Fine. $50+

73. Levent & Karr, Todd – “Roy Benson by Starlight,” Miracle Factory Pub., 2006 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 799 pps., autographed by Levent to Howie. Mint. $80+ 72. 73.

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74. Lewis, Eric – “The Genius of Robert Harbin,” Magic Words Pub., 1997. Hardbound, green cloth, gilt titles, hard slip case, deluxe edition being #42 of only 50 copies. 75. Mint. $100+ 74.

75. Lorayne, Harry – “Deck-sterity,” Lou Tannen, 1967. Hardbound 160 pps., Mint. $30+

76. Lorayne, Harry – “Mathematical Wizardry,” self- published, NY, 2006. Soft bound, 202 pps. Boldly autographed, “To an old friend with warm personal regards, 3-6-09” $30+ 76. 77. Lorayne, Harry – “Quantum Leaps,” Harry Lorayne Pub., 1979. Hardbound, DJ, 248 pps. Autographed to Howie, “With personal regards,” 5-30-79. Very good. $30+

78. Lorayne, Harry – “Reputation Makers,” self-published 77. 78. 1971. Hardbound, DJ 287 pps. Autographed, very good. $30+

79. Lorayne, Harry – “Richard Himber’s ideas in The Hundred Dollar Book,” Gimmicks Unlimited, NY 1963, 79. first edition. Hardbound, black cloth with red spine. Fine. $30+

80. Lorayne, Harry – “The Card Classics of Ken Krenzel,” Harry Lorayne, Inc., 1978. Hardbound, 254 pps. Autographed to Howie by Krenzel. $30+

81. Lorayne, Harry – “The Magic Book,” G.P. Putnam’s Sons, NY 1977. Hardbound, dust jacket, 306 pps. Dust jacket scuffed in places and torn at front bottom. Boldly autographed, “To Howie Schwarzman who can learn a lot from this book. Love.” $30+ 80.

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82. 82. Lorayne, Harry – Miracle Math, Executive Research Institute, NY, 1966. Hardbound, DJ, 250 pps. Mint. $30+

83. Magic Book Lot 1 – Seven hardbound titles of American and British magic books. Lot includes: “For Magicians Only, “Charles Waller, 1923; “A Conjuring Melange,” Stanley Collins, 1947; “Willane’s Methods for Miracles,” (14 issues), “How to Be a Wizard,” Robert Harbin, 1937; “Cyclopedia of Magic,” Henry Hay, 1949; 83. “Illustrated Magic,” Ottokar Fischer, 1943; and “The Bill in Lemon Book,” Charvet, 1990 (#125 of 500 copies). $100+

84. Magic Book Lot 2 – “Secrets Draun From Underground,” Kauffman, 1993, first edition, perma 84. bound; “Steve Beam’s Semi-Automatic Card Tricks,” Trapdoor Pub., 1993 first edition, hardbound, DJ; “Scalbert’s Selected Secrets,” Supreme, 1981; and “The Cervon File,” Bruce Cervon, Magical Publications, 1988 first edition. Hardbound, DJ. $100+

85. Magic Book Lot 2 – Eight great magic books from top performers. Lot includes: “The Very Best of Cups and Balls,” Garcia, 1979; “Exclusive Card Secrets,” Garcia, 1980; “The Elegant Card Magic of Father Cyprian,” Frank Garcia, 1980; “Wildcard Miracles,” Frank Garcia, 1977; “Visionary Card Effects,” Bill Miesel. 1995, autographed hardbound; “Effective Card Magic,” Bill Simon, 1952 hardbound; “The 85. Invisible Pass,” Jean Hugard and Frederick Braue, 1946, hardbound first edition; and “Simply Harkey,” David Harkey, 1991, hardbound, DJ. Very good to fine. $100+

86. Magic Book Lot 3 – A dozen softbound magic titles. Jean Hugard Testimonial Program, 1945; “50 Years of 86. Magic,” Buckingham; “New York Magic Symposium” Vol. 2, “Abbott’s Anthology of Card Magic” (Vols. 1-3); “Carl Rosini, His Life and His Magic,” Olson, 1966; “The Magic of Steve Draun,” 1987; “A Ray of Magic,” Jimmy Ray, 1980; “The Hundred Dollar Bill Switch” Kozlowski 1977; “The Magic Menu,” Sisti (Year two and three 1991- 1993) $80+

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87. Magico Magazine – “The Sherlock Holmes Book Test,” Magico Magazine Pub., 1979. 87. Hardbound. Mint. $40+

88. Marlo, Ed – “The Cardician,” Ireland Magic, Co., 1953. Hardbound, 190 pps. Fine. Spine slightly frayed at bottom. Autographed, “To Howie Schwarzman – It’s been a long time. Best wishes, , June 12, 1978. $40+

89. Marlo, Edward – “M.I.N.T,” Volumes one and two, L&L Pub. Volume one, 1988, first edition. Hardbound, 365 pps., deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed 88. by Marlo. #64 of the limited edition. Volume #2 1995, first edition, 404 pps., #33 of the limited 89. edition. Slight wear to gilt publishers name on bottom of spine. Otherwise both volumes are 90. near mint. $50+ 91. 90. Marlo, Edward – “Marlo Without Tears,” Korem Pub. 1983. First edition. Hardbound, 317 pps., fine. $30+

91. Mason, Eric – “Stuff: A Collection of Original magic by Eric Mason,” London, 1983. Hardbound, DJ, 161 pps., ribbon bookmark, autographed to Howie. Fine. $40+

92. Maven, Max – “Focus: 60 Select Card Effects,” Hermetic Press, Seattle, 1990 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 140 pps. Mint. $40+

93. Maxwell, Mike – “Bruce Cervon’s The Black and White Trick,” L&L Pub., 1989 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 151 pps. Includes a set of gaffed cards for performing this amazing color 92. transformation effect. Mint. $30+ 93.

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94. 94. Maxwell, Mike – “ – The Cardwright,” L&L Pub., 1994, first edition. Hardbound, deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed by Jennings. This volume is #41. Very slight loss of gilt on bottom of spine but otherwise, Mint. $50+

95. McComb, Billy – Two titles from this comedy legend. Lot includes “The First Book of William,” Goodliffe Pub., 1947. Softbound, 51 pps. Autographed 95. to Howie. Very good. And, “McComb’s Magic – 25 Years Wiser,” Supreme Magic Co. Pub., 1972. Hardbound, DJ. 183 pps. Autographed to Howie 96. with McComb’s wonderful bunny cartoon where the rabbit’s ears form the “M” in McComb. Fine. $50+ 97. 96. Mentzer, Jerry – “Card File,” Magic Methods Pub., 1993. Hardbound, DJ, 237 pps. Mint. $30+

97. Mentzer, Jerry – “Card to Wallet – The Book,” self-published 1991. Hardbound, DJ, 166 pps., autographed to Howie. Great routines for a great trick. Fine. $30+

98. Mentzer, Jerry – “The Magic of Eddie Fechter,” 1993. Includes the complete text of “Magician 98. Nightly.” Hardbound, DJ, Fine. $30+

99. Mentzer, Jerry – Three titles by this creative close- up magician. Lot includes “Close-Up Cavalcade,” third printing (1975); “Another Close-Up Cavalcade,” first edition (1975); and “Close-up Cavalcade Finale” (1977). All hardbound, Very Good. $30+

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100. Meseroll, Thomas Chilton – “Magus: Master of Martial Magic,” self-published, 2007. Hardbound, DJ, # 421 of 500. Autographed to Howie on the flyleaf. Mint. $30+

101. Miesel, William P. – “The Creative Card Magic of William P. Miesel,” unikorn magik Pub., 1980. Hardbound, 177 pps. Lengthy autographs by both Miesel and Ed Eckl. Fine. $30+

101. 102. Minch, Stephen – “A Life Among Secrets: The Uncommon Life and Adventures of Eddie Fields,” Hermetic Press Pub., 1992. Hardbound, DJ, 221 pps. 102. Includes a tipped in wee book “Eddie Field’s Secret Diary. Mint. $30+ 103. Minch, Stephen – “Dai Vernon: The Lost Inner Secrets,” L&L Pub., first edition, 1987. Hardbound, deluxe collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed by Vernon. This volume is #169. Includes a tipped in reproduced little Vernon notebook “Notes on Card Table Artifice.” Mint. $40+

104. Minch, Stephen – “John Carney’s Carnecopia,” L&L Pub., first edition, 1987. Hardbound, deluxe 103. collector’s edition. Hard slip case, gilt titles, autographed by Carney. This volume is #56 of 200 limited copies. 104. $50+ 105.

105. Minch, Stephen – “Ken Krenzel’s Ingenuities,” Hermetic Press, Seattle, 1997 first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 210 pps. Mint. $40+

106. Murray, John – “Inside John Murray,” self- published 1984. Great magic. Hardbound, gilt titles, #69 of 100, autographed, 188 pps. Howie’s Impressed seal on flyleaf. Mint. $50+

106.

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107. 107. Nathan, Fernand – “Les 100 Meilleurs Tours de Cartes,” self-published in French, 1979. Permabound, 223 pps. Autographed to Howie. $40+

108. Nelson, T. Nelson – “The Art of Magic,” Arthur Felsman, Chicago, 1921, second edition. Hardbound, 354 pps. Fine. The authoritative work on coin magic in the early part of the last century. $30+

108. 109. Ouellet, Gary – “Close Up Illusions,” Camirand Academy of Magic, 1990, second edition. Hardbound, DJ, 350 pps. Mint. $30+

110. 110. Ouellet, Gary – “ProControl: A Professional Approach to Card Control,” Camirand Academy of Magic, 1988 revised first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 53 pps. $30+ 109. 111. Page, Patrick – “The Big Book of Magic,” Wolfe Publishing Ltd., London, 1976. Hardbound, DJ, 304 pps. Autographed to Howie. $40+

112. Palmer, Tom – “Grimoire of the Mages,” by Masklyn ye Mage, 1978. Book # 25 of a limited edition of 250. Hardbound in brushed leather. Many tipped in color images. Rare. Very good. $80+

111. 113. Palmer, Tom – “Negromicon of Masklyn ye Mage,” self-published, # 81. Hardbound, autographed to Howie. 112. Includes open lock for the book but not the key which can be replaced. Pentragram on cover shows wear. Difficult to find. $80+

114. Ponsin, J.N. & Sharpe, S.H. – “Ponsin on Conjuring,” George Johnson, London, 1937. Hardbound, green cloth, gilt titles on cover and spine, 176 pps. British magician Will 113. Ayling bookplate on inside front cover. Fine. $40+

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115. 115. Quinn, John Philip – “Gambling and Gambling Devices,” New Werner Co., Akron, Ohio, 1912. Hardbound, 306 pps. This work described as “Being a complete systematic educational exposition designed to instruct the youth of the world to avoid all forms of gambling.” Green cloth, gilt titles on cover. Title on spine faded. A rare and unusual book on gambling. Good. $80+ 116. 116. Racherbaumer, Jon – “At The Table,” Robbins Pub., 1984. Hardbound, DJ, 192 pps. Mint. $30+ 117.

117. Racherbaumer, Jon & Marlo, Edward – “Arcade Dreams: Marlo Without Cards,” Kaufmann & Greenberg Pub., 1997. Hardbound, DJ, 202 pps. Lots of Marlo effects including bar magic, coins, and much more. Wonderful. Mint. $40+

118. Rae, Oswald – “Between Ourselves,” self-published, 1926. Hardbound, 91 pps. Very Good. $30+ 119. 119. Rauscher, William V. – : Magic and Adventures Around the World,” Claitor Press, 1987. 118. Hardbound, DJ, 305 pps. Boldy signed by Calvert to “my flying buddy.” Dust jacket worn in spots. Very good. $50+ 120. 120. Racherbaumer, Jon – “Arch Triumph,” Magic Limited, 1978. A complete treatise of the popular Triumph card effect. Hardbound, 44 pps. Very good. $30+

121. Racherbaumer, Jon – “The Wild Card Kit: A Modular Experiment,” L&L Pub., 1992. This is a full treatise on the popular Wild Card effect. Includes a special packet of cards and instructions for various presentations. Hardbound, 82 pps. Mint. $40+ 121.

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122. 122. Rhod, Daniel – “Magie Sur Imaginaire,” self-published, 1981. Hardbound work on card magic and sleights in French. Autographed to Howie. Good. $40+

123. 123. Ricard, Fred, Behnke, Leo & Jones, Bascom – “Page Wright’s Manuscript,” Daniel’s Den Pub., 1991. A compilation of great magic created or adapted by Wright over his 60 year career. An early friend of Bill Larsen, Wright was a prolific contributor to The Sphinx, Genii and other publications. Hardbound, hard slip case, gilt edged limited edition being # 19 of only 25. Mint. 100+ 124. Rogers, Terri – “Secrets: The Original Magic of Terri Rogers,” Martin Breese Pub., 1986. Hardbound, DJ, 81 pps. 124. Mint. $30+ 125. Rose, Michael – “Joe Karson – Beyond Zombie,” Mike Rose Magic, Phoenix, 1999. Hardbound, green cloth, 209 pps. Autographed by Rose. $30+

126. Ross, Richard – “Das Ringspiel,” Magic Hands, 125. Germany, 1982. Handbound, DJ (taped on reverse and torn in spots along the spine), 102 pps. A nice work in English on 126. the Linking Rings. $30+

127. Scarne, John – Two titles from this great card man and gambling expert. Lot includes “The Odds Against Me,” Simon and Schuster Pub., 1966 second printing. Hardbound, DJ, 537 pps. And, “Scarne on Card Tricks,” Crown Pub., 127. 1973 twelfth printing. Hardbound, DJ, 308 pps. Very good. $30+

128. Sharpe, Alton – Two titles, “Expert Card Chicanery,” self-published 1971. Hardbound, 67 pps.; and “Expert Card Mysteries,” 1969. Hardbound, 195 pps. Both very good. $40+ 128.

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129.

129. Sharpe, Sam H. – “Conjurors’ Optical Secrets,” Hades Pub., 1985. Hardbound, DJ, 188 pps. Mint. $30+

130. Shiels, Tony “Doc” – “The Cantrip Codex,” 130. Tony Andruzzi Pub., 1989, hardbound 116 pps. Fine. $30+

131. Simon, Frank – “Versatile Card Magic,” Magical Publications, 1983. Hardbound, 154 pps. Mint. $30+ 131. 132. Skinner, Michael – “Classic Sampler,” L&L Pub., 1996, first edition. Hardbound, DJ, 85 pps. Mint. $30+

133. Skinner, Michael – “Intimate Magic,” Jeff Busby 132. Pub., 1982. Comb bound, 37 pps. Lengthy autograph from Skinner, 10-30-82.” Very good. $40+

134. Slaight, Alan & Maven, Max – The James 133. File (Special Collector’s edition), Toronto, Canada 2000. Lot includes Vols. 1 and 2, Index, dust jackets for each book and a collector’s box of memorabilia on including a video of one of his performances. This is autographed by Slaight being #45 of 200 limited collector’s editions. Many of the effects have never previously been published. Mint. $50+

135. Slydini, Tony – “Slydini Encores,” Slydini Studio of Magic Pub., NY, 1966. Hardbound, DJ, 157 pps. autographed to Howie in 1974. Dust jacket with 134. tears at top and bottom. Otherwise very good. $50+

135.

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136.

136. Solomon, David & Siegfried, Jeff – “The Wisdom of Solomon: Magic with Playing Cards,” Pro Print Pub., 2007. Hardbound, DJ, 212 pps. Inscribed by Siegfried to Howie. Mint. $40+ 137. 137. Steinmeyer, Jim – “The Magic of Alan Wakeling,” Hahne, Burbank, CA 1993 first edition. Hardbound, 345 pps. Mint. $30+

138. Swain, James – “Miracles With Cards,” self- 138. published, 1996. Hardbound, 190 pps. Great effects from Goodwin, Hamman, Shulien, Marlo, Jennings, Simon, Dingle and others. Mint. $30+

139. Tamariz, Juan – “The Five Points in Magic,” 139. Editorial Frakson Magic Books Pub., 1988. Hardbound, DJ, 85 pps plus index. Mint. $30+

140. Tannen, Louis – “Stars of Magic,” Louis Tannen Pub., 1961, first edition. Hardbound, 168 pps. The magic of Allerton, Bertram, Daley, Horowitz, Jarrow, Leipzig, Malini and others. Cover darkened somewhat 140. a spine frayed at the bottom. A great work. Good. $30+

141. Tarbell, Harlan – “The Tarbell Course in Magic,” Louis Tannen and D. Robbins. Eight volumes 1944- 1993. Volume #1 autographed to “James Schwarzman.” All in very fine condition. Volume 8 with dust jacket. $100+

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142. 142. Taub, Jacob – “The Doc and His Deck,” Louis Tannen Pub., 1976 second printing. Hardbound, DJ, 157 pps. Autographed to Howie. Mint. $30+

143. Teale, Oscar – “Higher Magic,” Adams Press Print, 1920. Hardbound, gilt cover and spine, 443 pps. Spine slightly darkened but overall a bright and tight copy of this book by former Past National S.A.M. President. Very good. $40+ 143.

144. Thompson, Frank – Two titles including “The Cold Deck,” Magic Art Book Company, Watertown, MA, first edition, 1976, HB, 10 pps., and “The Thompson Pass,” 1981, comb bound, very good. $30+

145. Vernon, Dai – “Malini and His Magic,” Backhouse 144. and Britton, London, ND. Hardbound, DJ, 108 pps. Autographed, “To my friend Howie one of the best of the New York gang.” Dustjacket has a few very slight marginal tears but otherwise very good. $80+

146. Vernon, Dai & Csuri, Frank – “Jacob Daley’s Notebooks,” Gutenberg Press, 1974. A transcription of Daley’s pocket size handwritten notebooks published by 145. describing the magic performed by Vernon, 146. Horowitz, Rosini, Leipzig, Scarne, Malini and others. Hardbound, 392 pps. Fine. $40+ 147. Victor, Edward – Five titles by this expert sleight of hand artist. Lot includes his trilogy published between 1937 and 1946, “Magic of the Hands,” Waddilove & Co., London, hardbound; “More Magic of the Hands,” Davenport Pub., 1942 softbound; two-part “More Magic of the Hands,” Davenport; “Further Magic of the Hands,” Max Holden Pub., 1946 hardbound and 1945 softbound volume. The “Magic of the Hands” has a Demon magic sticker inside. All good to very good. $60+

147.

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148.

148. Walton, Roy – “The Complete ” volumes one and two, Davenport, London, 1981 and 1985. Both are hardbound with DJ. Volume one autographed, 226 pps. Volume two 169 pps. Very good. $50+ 149. Warlock, Elizabeth – “One Hundred by Warlock,” Kaufmann & Co. Pub., 2005, first edition. Hardbound, gilt titles on cover and spine, 205 pps. Fine. $30+

150. Weber, Michael – Two titles including: “Life Savers,” Kaufmann & Greenberg Pub., 1991 first edition. Hardbound, 165 pps; and “Five Times Five,” Kauffman & Greenberg, 1992. Hardbound, 104 pps. Mint. $40+

151. Whaley, Bart, Gardner, Martin and Busby, Jeff – “The 149. Man Who was Erdnase,” Jeff Busby Magic Inc. Pub., 1991 first edition. Is he the man who wrote Expert at the Card Table? You decide. Hardbound, 434 pps. Autographed by each author. Fine. $80+

152. Worthington, Thomas Chew – “Recollections of Howard Thurston: Conjuror, Illusionist and Author,” self-published 150. Baltimore, 1938. Hardbound, gilt lettering on cover, 31 pps. A loving tribute to Thurston from his biggest fan. Appears to have been expertly repaired reattaching text to covers. Very good and difficult to find. $100+

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CATALOGS & MAGAZINES

153. Tannen, Lou – A lot containing catalogs numbering 1-15 lacking number 14. All mint to very good. (8) $60+ 153.

154. Armstrong, George – “The Wizard,” George Armstrong Pub. A complete run, eight volumes (1947-1956) of this wonderful British monthly. More than 3,000 pages (945 effects) of wonderful magic by 154. Billy McComb, Al Koran, Ken Brooke, , Hen Fetsch, Max Malini, and many others. Hardbound, leather spines, marbled covers, gilt titles. A beautiful set custom made for your bookcase. 155. Very fine. $100+

155. Fulves, Karl - “Charlatan,” 1999-2005. Issues 1-9 & 10. Three gaffed tricks included for selected tricks. Mint. $60+ 156.

156. Fulves, Karl – “The Chronicles,” 1978 – 1988. Issues 1-36. Mint. $60+

157. Fulves, Karl –“Discoverie,” 2005. No.’s 1-7 & 9-10. Several gaffed cards included. $60+ 157.

158. Fulves, Karl – “Epilogue,” Karl Fulves Pub., A file of loose issues running from issue No. 1 through 158. 24 with 6 Special issues each devoted to top card men. Lot includes part 1 and 2 of a special on riffle shuffling. Mint. 60+

159. Fulves, Karl – “Interlocutor,” 1975-1988. Issues 1-50, Fine. $60+

160. Fulves, Karl – “Latter Day Secrets,” 1999-2005. Gaffed tricks for issues 3, 9 &10. $60+ 159.

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161.

161. Fulves, Karl – “Off The Books,” 2003. Issues 1-5 & 8. $40+

162. Fulves, Karl - “The Chronicles,” L&L Pub., 1997. Hardbound, hard slipcase. #11 of 150 numbered copies, specially signed by Fulves. 162. Mint. $100+

163. 163. Fulves, Karl – “The Fine Print,” 1995. Issues 1-10 $60+

164. Fulves, Karl – “The Pallbearers Review,” 164. Karl Fulves Pub. A file of loose issues spanning 1965 – 1975. Last three issues are missing. Lot includes “Close-Up Folios” numbers 1-12. All issues in fine condition. $60+

165. 165. Fulves, Karl – “Underworld,” 1995-1999. Issues 1-8 & 10 including gaffed tricks and cards for each issue. Mint. $80+

166. Hugard, Jean – “Hugard’s Magic Monthly.” A large file of loose, mostly complete, issues from Vol. 1 #1 to Vol. 21 #5 (June 1943 to Jan. 1964). Some are in ring binders, most loose in very good 166. condition. Vol. 1 # 1 autographed by Hugard. $40+

167. Hugard, Jean – “Hugard’s Magic Monthly.” Fleming Book Co. Pub., 1945. Eight volumes of Hugard’s monthly masterpiece. Bound in red cloth, gilt titles, the file runs from June 1943 to May 1952. Very good. $30+

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168. Jones, Lloyd – “The Bat,” Lloyd Jones Pub., 1943- 1951. A complete file of this wonderful magazine 168. with complete indexes. Two volumes bound in black buckram, gilt titles on spine. Fine. $40+

169. Klein, Jim – “Magician’s Home Companion,” American Magic Co., Penna 1994. Three hardbound volumes, gilt titles, mint. Great tricks, ideas, patter and secrets. $50+

170. Klein, Jim – Mortimer’s Magic Magazine,” American Magic Co., Penna. 1989. Three hardbound volumes of patter, presentations and ideas. Mint. $50+ 169. 171. Lyons, Howard P – “Ibidem, Volume 1” Kaufmann & Greenberg Pub., 1993. Hardbound, hard slipcase. Includes extra Ibidem covers and related materials from the publisher. Mint. $50+

172. Montandon, Roger – “Collectors’ Bulletin,” Mickey Hades Pub., (Oct. 1959 – Jan. 1964.) This is a complete file bound in blue buckram. Fine. $50+ 170. 173. Moore-Davis, Scott – “Séance,” Kaufmann & Greenberg, 1996. Complete file (1988-1991) ofSéance magazine the quarterly magazine devoted to Spirit Magic. Hardbound. Fine. $80+

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174. Racherbaumer, Jon – Two titles from this prolific author and magician. Lot includes: “The Lost Pages of the Kabbala,” Danny Korem Pub., 1981. A wonderful collection of material from his long-running close-up workers magazine that did not appear in the original series. Hardbound, gilt titles on cover, 98 pps. Great photos. Mint. Also “Hierophant – The Resurrection Issue,” Louis Tannen, 1975. Collection of great card magic from all the great close-up giants. Softbound, 57 174. pps. Fine. $50+

175. Racherbaumer, Jon – “The Hierophant,” self-published, New Orleans. Volumes 1-6 (Fall 1969 to 1971) Softbound. Very good. $40+

176. Warlock, Peter – “Pentagram,” A file of loose issues running from No. 1 (Oct. 1946) through (March 1959). Three issues are Xerox copies but the rest are originals in nice condition. $40+

176.

175.

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177. Dynamic Deceptions – Two copies of Howie’s 1961 lecture notes, “Dynamic Deceptions.” One was performed for the Long Island Mystics club June 7, 177. 1962, and has 22 autographs of members including Cliff Green and Ken Krenzel. The second was performed for Hartford Assembly 21, Nov. 13, 1961, and has 15 autographs. Back cover of Hartford notes slightly torn at lower right. Otherwise both in good condition and rich with autographs. $80+

178. Famous Business Cards – Nearly 40 business cards from Howie’s collection from leading performers including: Harry Anderson, Dunninger, Tom Mullica (autographed), Frank Garcia (3 different), , Blackstone Jr., Kreskin (2), Mulholland Library, Michael 178. Ammar, Michael Finney, Lubor Fiedler, Randi, Bruce Cervon, Abraham Horwitz and many others. Good to very good. $100+

179. Fechter’s Finger Flicking Frolic – Over a quarter century of Howie’s invitations to this world famous close-up convention. The list of events and guests of honor are contained on the cardboard rabbit that can be removed from the top hat. Lot covers the 17th annual event (1987) to the 43rd (2013). Mint. $100+ 179. 180. Green, Cliff – Large two-fold program from the “Annual Salute to Magic,” held by the Parent Assembly 1 of the Society of American Magicians April 27, 1968. The program honored magician Cliff Green. This oversize program measures 17” x 11” and is autographed on the cover by Green. Inside, the artists appearing on the show also provided their autographs including: Cliff Green (again), Mike Caldwell, Kent Richards and Dottie, Dick and Joanne Gustafson, Pavel, and Al Delage. Four other autographs appear on the back page. Good. $60+ 180.

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181. 181. Newmann, C.A. George – “Clever Card Conjuring,” Minneapolis 1922. A stapled 10-page manuscript of card tricks from the master mentalist. Limited to only 100 copies. Autographed by Newmann. Top and bottom cover edges frayed, interior pages foxed but very good for its age. $50+

182. Photos of Admiration – A selection of autographed photos from magic’s top performers, all admirers of Howie’s conjuring skills. Lot includes a young Frank Garcia who writes of Howie’s,” …some of the best magic I’ve ever seen Howie does!” Other autographs from Siegfried & Roy, , David Copperfield, and Shintaro Fujiyama. $80+

182. 183. Zovelloscope Miniature Flip Books – , NY 1934. A series of stop action flip books that when flipped through reveal a slight of hand card trick. Each book abut 2 ½ inches square. A complete set is 16 such booklets. This set is 183. missing only book 6. Previous owner wrote each slight in fountain pen on the covers. E.g. “Cards Through Hand,” “Card Balancing Back Palm,” “Pass,” “Color Change,” etc. Very good. Extremely rare. $200+

184. Framed Master Magician Medal & Award – A double-matted and framed special award and medal to Schwarzman from the Capital Area Professional Magicians (S.A.M. Assembly 110 and Ring 20), “As recognition of your skill, dedication and mastery of the Art of Magic. In gratitude for your years of service and many contributions to the magical community.” 184. Presented May 24, 2008. Signed by officers of both organizations. $80+

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185. Cardini, Richard – An autographed 8” x 10” photograph of Cardini with cigarettes. Lot includes his Brooklyn, NY calling card. $100+

186. Cardini, Richard – An autographed 8” x 10” photo of Cardini with monocle and cigarette holder. Lot includes one of the Peau Deux decks which Cardini personally gaffed for Howie Schwarzman so that Howie could perform Billy O’Connor’s “Instanto” where the magician can cut to any card named. Handwritten note in Howie’s hand on Cardini gaffing the deck and a Xerox copy of the article in The Jinx where the trick appeared. Fine. $250+ 185.

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187. EQUIPMENT

187. Acme Vintage Tie Press – Lovely wood and nickel-plated press from Acme Co. Used to keep men’s ties sharp and pressed but could also be used as a card press. Measures 9.5” x 4” x 2.” Would look wonderful on your desk or bookcase. Very good. $100+

188. Card Crimper – Solid brass and nickel- 188. plated steel device for placing a crimp in a playing card. Maker unknown. Fine. $100+

189. Casino Royale – A Howie Schwarzman “Limited Edition” effect, Baltimore, 1985. A gambling game involving six large plastic chips numbered 1-6 and bearing the Casino Royale logo are laid in front of a spectator. The spectator rolls a large die until he or she wins five of the six tiles. His total win is $19, the only one left the magician 189. has “One Million” printed on it when turned over. Leather case, chips, two die, and instructions. Mint. $150+

190. Cups and Balls – Howie Schwarzman’s personal set of cup and balls accompanied by his business card, YOGI Club membership card, his IBM membership card and his contract to play the Magic Castle in Hollywood. Cups show performance wear from many years of use nationwide. $200+

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191. F.F.F.F. Magic Tokens – Three tokens from this world famous close-up convention. 191. Lot includes very large brass Chinese coin (2.5” wide), 20th anniversary coin, and brass and blue painted Chinese shell coin. Mint. $40+ 192. 192. F.I.S.M. Playing Cards – Five decks of cards from F.I.S.M. events. Lot includes: 1976, 1985, 1991, 1997 and 2003. All unopened and still sealed except for the large 1997 deck. Very good to mint. $40+

193. F.I.S.M. Tokens – A lot of five tokens from this international competition. Lot includes 1982 copper from Lausanne; 1988 brass from Holland; 1985 Bronze from Spain, and two 1994 copper and chrome coins from 193. Yokohama. $40+

194. Gentleman’s Gambling Box – Lovely oak box containing eight stacks of poker chips in various colors and two decks of pinochle decks. Comes with original key. Measures 11” x 8” x 6” Very good. $80+ 194.

195. Laff-Riot - Richard Himber’s puzzling key on locked bicycle lock. The magician can place the key on the hasp and take it off the locked lock but the spectator (hopefully a heckler), can’t. With leather case and instructions. Mint. $80+

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196. Leather Dice Stacking Cup – Howie’s leather dice stacking cup. Stands 3.5” tall by 3” wide. Includes two white and two green dice. 196. Fine. $100+

197. Mikame Sliding Sucker Die Box – Very good condition with small scratch on top of left lid but otherwise very nice. $60+

198. Baker, Al – “Bakerise.” Two cards rise from an ordinary wooden chest held in the performer’s hand. Ingenious method involves no metal 197. shims, wires, threads. Comes with an N.M.C. presentation routine. Mint. $50+

199. Nest of Boxes – Two great close-up versions of this classic effect. The first is a set in steel and brass comprising a set of 10 boxes going from about 3” wide to 1.25”. The second set in laminated wood comprises a five box set. None of these boxes are gimmicked. No instructions. Mint. $60+

198. 200. Okito’s Mystery Paddle - Pasadena, Okito- Williams, ca. 2000. Polychromed wooden paddle that allows the magician to predict which card from a group the spectator will select. One of approximately 30 pieces produced. With original instructions, cards and bag. Hallmarked. $300+

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201. Ring on Sword – A Limited Edition 1983 effect from Howie in which a ring is placed on the bottom of a wooden box and the door closed. An ornamental sword is run through the box. Upon 201. opening the box, the ring is found hanging on the sword. An ingenious method. Lot includes a close- up version measuring 3” high by 2” square and a platform version measuring 8” by 5” square. Larger version is missing the ring which can easily be replaced. Unique. $150+

202. Siam Card Box – Magic Wagon. A spectator is given a deck of cards to freely shuffle. The magician points to wooden box tied with ribbon with a face down playing card visible through the windows. The spectator unties the ribbon, turns the card 202. over and it matches to top card of the deck he just freely shuffled. Can be repeated and everything is examinable. Inlaid wood and highly enameled box. Mint. $150+

203. Sure Shot Dice Box – Another Limited Edition from Howie. Produced by Flip Hallema of Miracleum Productions in Barcelona. This beautifully crafted dice box is made from the finest woods and exquisitely stained. It allows a number of mental effects such as predicting the faces of two dice inside after the box is shaken. Magician can accomplish this but spectator cannot. Six pages of 203. performance notes and explanations. Mint. $100+

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204. Tenyo Micro Banks – The first was issued for the 1994 F.I.S.M competition held in Yokohama. Created by Toro Suzuki, the bank is an optical 204. illusion where a coin dropped in the top slot, slides down a silver funnel where it squeezes through and drops into a glass-front box at the bottom, but shrunk to one quarter of its original size. The money can be easily retrieved. Rare. Fine. The second is smaller bank from Lausanne, 1991, featuring a floating silver top hat. Coins deposited disappear. Top has small burn mark near coin slot. Good. $50+

205. Un-Cup-led – A “Limited Edition” effect from Howie Schwarzman, 1990. A metal cup with a rope threaded through the handle, covered with a scarf, and the rope held by a spectator, mysteriously melts 205. through the rope and all can be examined. Comes with cup, rope, scarf and secret gimmick. Mint. $40+

206. Wandering Mummies - Munich, Zauberzentrale, ca. 1985. A hand-carved wooden mummy travels mysteriously from one sarcophagus to another. The miniature sarcophagi are cast in a heavy metal and decorated in gold-like and copper finishes. The mummies are hand-carved wood. Includes original foam-lined carrying case. Caskets measure 2 ½ x 5 ½ x 2”. Mint condition. Uncommon. 206. $300+

207. Wonderful Mirror Penetration – Howie’s classic effect in which an attractive mirror is shown front and back and then at the magician’s command, sponge balls or silks pass through the mirror and out the back. Magician can even stand off to the side as the silk silently melts through the glass. Comes 207. with original hard leather carrying case with foam pads to protect the mirror and apparatus. Very nice. $200+

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208. Bamberg, Theo. (Okito) - Early brochure advertising Bamberg as The European Court magician. Back cover gives glowing accolades 208. from Harry Kellar. Rare. $80+

209. Blackstone, Harry Sr. A collection of four candid photographs of Blackstone from his personal collection. Some never published. Scarce. $60+ 209.

210. Bosco, Giovanni Bartolomeo – A miniature scene in white lead of Bosco the magician (1793- 1873) performing the cups and balls for a small audience. A young boy picks the pocket of one crowd member. Produced in Dresden Germany in the 1960s. Miniature measures 3” wide by 1.5” 210. high. Fine.

211. Carter, Charles. Original 8” x 10” photograph of Carter’s famous illusion “The Lion’s Bride” on stage, pictured with assistants and the lion. Rare. $100+ 211. 212. Frakson, Jose. A beautiful, signed 8” x 10” of Frakson who was widely known as the man with a thousand cigarettes. Interestingly enough, the photo is signed and inscribed to Keith Clark the 212. author of the Encyclopedia of Cigarette Tricks. $100+

213. Houdini Harry. 4” x 5” photographic negative bearing the portrait of Houdini. Author Ken Silverman collection note affixed to glassine envelop reads: HH in 1925 or 1926. (Kenneth Silverman Collection). $100+

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214. Houdini, Harry. Associated Letter. Three page handwritten letter to from Robert Gysel. Gysel was known to correspond with Houdini on a number of occasions providing details on various secrets and dope on mediums and psychics. In this letter Gysel shares a secret on producing a chemical and writes to Houdini - “Hoping this at last has solved the problem, kindly let me here (sic) from you in the near future”. Complete with hand addressed envelope to Houdini at 394 East 21st Street, Brooklyn NY. Postmarked June 19, 1915. Rare and unique! $200+

215. Houdini, Harry. Signed and Inscribed copy of The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin. To Frank Waters Esq. with compliments and best wishes of the author - Harry Handcuff Houdini - Jan 29, 09. Contains additional inscription from previous owner and Ex 215. Libris William Miesel. Wear to cover and extremities. $1,000+

216. Houdini, Harry. 1926-27 Original Souvenir Program. 9” x 12” with many illustrated photographs and biographical information of Houdini. Houdini would die before completing his coast to coast tour. Program shows some over-coloring on lower right hand side. Otherwise good. $80+

217. Houdini, Harry. Early Program, Temple Theatre - Detroit- March 9, 1908. 20 page program. Positively the last appearance in Detroit for several years - The 216. Famous Harry Houdini. $125+

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218. Houdini, Harry. Houdini’s copy of the July 218. 1917, issue of M-U-M. Annotated in Houdini’s hand signed H.H.. “Please return this it’s the only one I have.” Rare! $300+

219. Kellar, Harry. Assortment of three items. 1) Small photograph of Kellar’s home in California. 2) Souvenir Program from 1919 bearing the photo of Dean Harry Kellar on the cover. 3) Sympathy card from the Kellar family regarding the death of Harry Kellar. Contains some scrapbook remnants on reverse. A nice lot. 50+

220. Rouclere, Harry. Signed letter to Stanley 219. Collins on Rouclere and his merry company. Boldly signed Harry Rouclere. $40+

221. Tarbell, Harlan – A copy of the original Tarbell course in magic, 1926. Two volumes bound in grey boards with large metal page holders binding them at the top. Nice condition. $50+ 221. 222. Thurston, Howard. Signed personal check dated January 11, 1912. Paid to the Map Mounting Service, signed by Howard Thurston. Contains old tape mark in lower margin. $50+ 220.

223. Thurston, Howard. 1933 Program in honor of Howard Thurston at SAM, Chicago 223. Assembly 3, dinner and reception. Mentions distinguished guests: Mr. and Mrs. Howard Thurston, Charles Carter Joseffy, Judson Cole and more. Rare. $50+

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224. Thurston, Howard. Photographic postcard. Thurston Banquet, 1917 - Kernan Hotel. Rare. $50+

225. Kempelen, Wolfgang. Token (Silver) - Struck in honor of this inventor known for his chess-playing “automaton” hoax The Turk and for his speaking machine. $40+

226. Tokens (3). Lot of three various vintage tokens from Jack Handy, Tarbell and Willmann. $50+

227. Tokens (4) Four tokens represented in this lot, Royal House of Magic, Magic’s Immortals, Earnest Sewell and Schulien. $60+

228. Voisin (MT341) 1855 Token for this well-known 224. French magic dealer. Scarce. $60+

229. Automaton Singing Birds – A lovely automaton

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229. Automaton Singing Birds – A lovely automaton featuring red and yellow birds who chirp and sing, beaks open and close and the large red bird turns its head. Made in France and standing 20” high X 28” round x 9” in diameter. Mechanism allows constant singing or pauses between songs. 229. Very fine. $2,400+

230. Break-apart Livestock Vanish – A nice effect for vanishing doves or a rabbit. Animal is placed in the box and then the entire apparatus is dissembled and carried off stage by an assistant. Orange and black Egyptian stenciled art work. Made in India. $40+

231. Cardstar – A lovely large card star from the 231. creative workshop of Tony Karpinski. Features 230. inlaid woods of different varieties and produces five playing cards at the tips of the star. Activated from the bottom of the base. 22” high x 18” wide. retails new for over $470.00. Mint. $300+

232. Card in Glass – Another great piece from Tony Karpinski in which a selected playing card appears between two Plexiglas sheets that have been surrounded by rubber bands. 60+

233. Dove Through Glass – A nice example of Abbott’s illusion where a dove or other small animal is passed through a framed piece of glass. Very good. $140+ 232.

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234. Dragon Table – Great dragon graphics on this magician’s table. Folding three-panel base decorated on all sides with large circular felt- covered topic. Used by Bill Rauscher for the Chinese Rice Bowls. Rauscher’s Tannen Rice Bowl set included. $100+ 234. 235. Drumhead Production – Earll Muddiman 1925. Lovely nickel-plated drumhead tube for producing giant quantities of silk. Drum hangs from a harp-shaped stand. Stand is 46” high and harp is 15” in diameter. Drumhead measures 6” wide x 4” deep. Table likely produced by Carl Brema who did most of Muddiman’s table work. Effect must have ended with an alarm clock production as there is a false clock face in the drumhead. Hallmarked “Muddiman” and dated 1925. $250+

236. Egyptian Head Table – Great-looking 235. magician’s table from Louisville’s Don Redmon. Folding, two-panel base with triangular top. $100+

237. Himber, Richard - A Himber-style linking men’s signet ring from Top Hat Productions. Allows many amazing effects with this 14-karat gold plated ring. Includes “Himber Ring Magic” by Bruce Kalver. Mint. $40+

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238. Magician’s Bunny Table – From the workshop of 238. Homer Hudson. No longer available. Very fine. $180+

239. Magician’s Silks – Lot includes three 36” Rice silks featuring a , full house hand of cards on blue background, full house hand of cards on red background and an Abbott’s dragon silk. Rice silks are in very good condition. The Abbott’s silk in good condition but cannot compare with the Rice products. The silks came from the collection of S.A.M. PNP Frank Dailey. $60+

240. Nightclub side Tables – Two lovely side tables for your act. Folding two-panel bases and triangular tops. Features hooks on the back of each for a rabbit production. These tables were used by Bill Rauscher throughout his career and decorated by his father in the 1940s. Includes cloth carrying bag. $100+ 239.

241. Sand and Sugar Canisters – Abbott’s Magic Mfg. Co. White sugar poured from the smaller canister fills the large one to overflowing. Sugar vanishes from the large canister and now sand is poured from the small canister into the larger one, once again to overflowing. Redecorated at some point with colorful contact paper. Good. $80+

242. Santa Claus Table – A great table for your holiday magic 240. shows from Tora Magic. Santa holds a gift box from which a rabbit sticks up his head. Mint. $100+

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243. “Simpatico,” Hocus Pocus Magic, Fresno, CA, 2002. A comedy ESP routine by Brian Brushwood in which a 243. blindfolded volunteer from the audience is able to divine a picture drawn by another volunteer on the opposite side of the stage. The receiver is blindfolded and a cardboard box placed over his head. The sender draws an image with a marker and the receiver immediately draws a similar image. Mint, unused. $50+

244. Skeleton Table – A beautiful and spooky table designed by John Bundy and sold by Joe Fairchild. Large and sturdy. Includes custom-made protective cloth bag. Very fine. $300+

245. Spectacular Production Tubes – A great production prop from Tommy James Magic that holds a tremendous 244. load of silks or spring products, even doves if needed. Brightly decorated two- fold screen and a dazzling orange outer tube and clear inner tube that nest. Star- covered black felt on reverse side of the screen allows the inner hidden load to become invisible even if clear tube is left uncovered before the audience. Mint. $50+

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246. Tambor – Merv Taylor classic where yards and yards of silks are produced from a drumhead assembled before the audience. With original box 246. and instructions. Fine. Bill Rauscher collection. $120+

247. Vanishing Birdcage – Amazing instant vanish of cage and canary from Abbott’s Magic Mfg. Co. Comes with two rubber canaries. From a design by Pete Bouton, Harry Blackstone’s brother. From the Bill Rauscher collection. Mint. $100+

248. Vase of the Genii – Abbott’s effect ca. 1967 where water is poured into an “empty” vase. A large quantity of silks are then produced, then a drinking glass, then a bottle, a drink is poured and then a large quantity of ribbon is produced. Some stage wear but nice. Bill Rauscher collection. 247. $350+ 248. 249. Dell O’Dell’s Singing Canary - The personal property of Dell O’ Dell, a true mechanical masterpiece! This is one of three ever built by Bill Dodson -- for Del Ray, Bob Filips and Dell O’Dell. It dates back to 1950. By itself, the vintage bird and cage is a marvel—the bird turns his head, wiggles his tail and moves his beak. This is accompanied by a chirping sound. The effect, similar to a spirit bell with the cute canary tweeting the answer to questions or a selected card. Dodson added a transmitter and receiver 249. unit so that the magician could secretly control it. He used what were then state-of-the-art mini vacuum tubes in the units. New electronics replaces the now non-functioning vacuum tubes. But the original electronics remain alongside the new. Part of the presentation, Dell would exhibit a handsome wooden box which contained her prize canary. She even drilled air holes in the box so the bird could breathe! In complete working order. Rare! $2,900+ MAY 2019 47 HAVERSAT & EWING GALLERIES HAVERSAT & EWING GALLERIES HAVERSAT & EWING GALLERIES We Purchase Collections - Accepting Consignments Contact us for guaranteed results.

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