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Houdini Packing Case Challenge Letter.

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Houdini, Harry (Ehrich Weiss). Houdini Packing Case Challenge Letter. Dated April 27, 1926. A TLS on Kresge Department Store letterhead, challenging Houdini to escape from a "strong packing case which we have especially constructed of heavy timber, after we have securely nailed you in and roped up the box." One 4to sheet. Minor creases and chips.

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Houdini Packing Case Challenge Letter.

Name: Houdini Packing Case Challenge Letter.
SKU: 51603356
Price: 250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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