Houdini

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Six of these special tests were given during the week, including escapes from packing cases, a crazy crib, used to restrain deliria tremens patients and a straight jacket.
Houdini's escapes are interesting exhibitions. They are performed in view of the audience and hold attention much better than cabinet work, however mysterious and brilliant,
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Variety 6:4 (06/21/1907)