$275
[Correspondence] Archive of vintage magic correspondence. Including over 100 letters, invoices and missives to Chicago magicians and collectors including Arthur Anderson, Nelmar, Joe Palen, Jay Marshall, and Herman Homar. Many letters on elaborate pictorial letterheads and with interesting contents; some with original mailing envelopes, including a quantity of mailed advertisements and invoices from both Hamley and Thayer. Other writers include Dr. Robert Albo, Walter Gydesen, National Magic Company, Roy Huston, Ed Myhre, George Schulte, Douglas Magicland, P.C. Sorcar, and many others. Some contents written in shorthand, though most letters typed and signed. 1910s – 80s. Condition generally good. Should be seen.
Auctioneer:
Potter & Potter
Date:
2010-05-16