Houdini Devoted Years to Exposing Fakirs and Frauds
By Jack Wait, 1926 obituary profile of Harry Houdini. Details his crusade against frauds in mysticism and spiritualism, his early Bowery days, exceptional dexterity, and lifelong dedication to debunking fake supernatural phenomena. Notes his books, collections, and battles with pseudos while remaining private.
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Houdini
New York
West 114Th Street
New York City
M.mie
Yosi
Seven Seas
Henni
American Society of Magicians
Ife
Bowery
Wea
Histo
Intersat
Bia
Jarri Houdini
Tle
Sir Oliver Lodge
Copen Doyle
Houdini Dies in Fame and Mystery Continues
The article recounts Harry Houdini's life from child performer to master escapist famed for handcuff and confinement stunts. It notes public appearances, marvels of release from locks, coffins and dervish whirlpools, and his vast magic library and influence on the art.
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Alsi Oliver Lodse
Margery
A Dhe
Scientific American
New
Frais
Tochemith
Kara
Theatrical men honor Houdini tribute
Theatrical figures praise Houdini, calling him perhaps the greatest magician of all time. Voices from the profession cite his unique methods and lasting impact on stage presentation.
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Houdini
Sea York
Get
Yba
Ffar Houdini
cPiines
Eenst
Meyer
Anya
Ate
Theeivh- Albee
Hondini
Four killed in bandits battle amid New Jersey raids
Newark dispatch says James Cunniffe, killed in Detroit, is wanted for the Elizabeth mail robbery of October 14 that netted over 150000. Police link the gunmen to two killings at Hadley Airfield and to plans to rob a minis shipment, with a description sent to officials in the East.
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Olsen
New Jersey
Jersey
Elizabeth
Stern
Newark
Get
James “Kut Cunniffe
Detroit
Au‘thoritles
Prans Jr
Keeney
Roe Bert
Hadley Airfield
Nrynovick
Uen
Kearney
Robi
Elizabeth Corinne
Billini
John Dag
Miles
A Difficult Visit and War News Across the Atlantic
The account covers a lengthy visit with Mrs. Coolidge and Baltimore's crowds, including a dramatic memorial ceremony, while also detailing Mussolini’s assaults in Rome and Reggio. It notes the looming U.S. 1926 campaigns with Wadsworth Mills and Smith figures, plus Maryland and New Jersey political activity and a tax on the Volstead Act.
Mussolini Safe Assailant Slain in Clash After Escape
A dramatic onlook reveals Benito Mussolini escaped an assassination attempt and then led a rallying response by Italian troops. The would be assassin was killed as Mussolini, hailed as premier, faced the crowd amid tumult and threats. World reaction followed, with details indicating a newly heightened sense of national unity and resolve.
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Automobile
Rome
Mussolini
Higaagailan
Tme
Tripoli
Violet Gibson
Congress of Sargeons
Gibson
Zanibort
Italy
Chigi Police
Slycan
Ste Jett
Bologni
Democrats Expect Gains In Congress In Tight 1926 Races
The piece reviews U S House dynamics as Democrats aim to gain 36 seats to seize a majority, with campaigns centered on local issues rather than national fronts like prohibition or the World Court. It notes state margins, party strategies, and key figures shaping the close contest ahead of Tuesday’s credentials.
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Chhosen
Nuional
Uie
Proiulition
Republian
Nelsibor
Ilistrich
New York
Maryland
Conewinea
Indiana
Te Nois
Coalidkec
Isai
Washinton
Massachusetts
Tackwick
Pinter
Renubiia National Committee
Ign
Walsh
Iestion Ie
Been & Power
Ani
Hke
Massurhuaeits
Ntfiedal Washington
Anti-Saloonists Plan Unity Despite Setbacks
The Anti-Saloon League of Connecticut strives to unite its two factions with mutual fusion efforts failing so far. An imminent state superintendent appointment is expected to be announced to the press. Rev. John N. Tackey leads the Hartford office as acting superintendent while Trevy R. H. White oversees the New Haven district.
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Comu Nnites
Anti-Saloon League of Connecticut
John N. Tackey
Hartford
Trevy
R. H. White
New Haven
Ullman Speaks at New Haven Rally
Ullman denounces rival candidate at a New Haven rally claiming the state must recognize a large constituency that cannot be bought orAuctioned off. He emphasizes self respect and urges fair treatment for the region’s representatives.
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Ullman
New Haven
Darble
Ond
Drug firms merge to boost Bridgeport plant capacity
McKesson and Robbins Inc plans to absorb Girard and Company Inc in Bridgeport Conn and relocate its Brooklyn plant. The merger unites a century old sales network with global sourcing and low cost production, creating a formidable national and international drug supply entity.
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Girard and Company, Inc
McKesson and Hobbins
Tne
Opm
Robbins’ Vith Hrard
Ea Ja
McKesson and Robbins
McKesson and Robbins, Inc
Girard and Co
McKesson and Robbin Inc
New Yorker
Brooklyn
New York
MrKesson and Robbins
Bridgeport
Connecticut
Girard and Co., Inc
Grasmere
Bridgeport Centralizes Firms After Merger Plan
The combined companies will centralize at Bridgeport Connecticut with McKesson and Robbins Inc of New York employing 254 workers. After merger completion those able to relocate to Bridgeport will stay on payroll. others may be dropped and Bridgeport help substituted. The charter cites a minimum capital of 2 million dollars and an expected working capital around 2.5 million.
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Bridgeport
Connecticut
McKesron and Robbins’, Inc
New York
McKesson and Hobbena’ Inc
Navy Speed Ace Conant Killed in Crash
Lieutenant Conant, famed Navy speed ace and air racer, died when his single seater pursuit plane crashed near Mathews Virginia while en route from the Annapolis station to Hampton Roads. His death adds another name to the Navy hall of fame and ends a career with 1300 plus flight hours and many aerobatic honors.
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Conant
Anaconta
Hampton Roads
Mathews
Norfolk
Morn. Inc
Navy
Mitchel Field
Hampton Reeds Air Station
Philadelphia
Unidentified Engine Victim Described In Early Report
Police describe an unidentified engine accident victim aged between 48 and 60. The man is American, laboring class, about 11d pounds, grey eyes, light hair with a lor mixture, clean shaven, wearing a dark striped suit with an army sweater and shirt, brown shoes and black socks. In Meriden Oct. 31, Tilson and Tower attended a dinner then spoke at a Republican Italian American voters rally.
Gladys Merryseat Visits Bridgeport For Day of Shopping
In Bridgeport a New York visitor Gladys Merryseat spends a day shopping with the narrator. They compare hats and dresses, note Bridgeport stores offer better prices, and Gladys hints she knows Mr Ellsworth from a Block Island summer. The note mentions the intended husband and plans for a future meeting.
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Gladys Merryseat
New York
Gladys
Bridgeport
Mr. Ellsworth
Block Island
Boston
Jacke
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