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He performs three escapes, assisted by a man and woman. First he is handcuffed several times. Second he is wrapped in a strait jacket and held by his ankles. Third, he escapes the Chinese Water Torture board. All of these escapes are done in full view of the audience, hiding nothing.
His act shows skill, but it needs polishing. He should look into performing at theaters where Houdini hasn't been in order to maximize his potential.
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Variety, vol. 42: 8. 21 April, 1916