Monthly Archives: October 2021

In Memory of Harry Houdini (1874–1926)

Posted on October 31, 2021 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval Hungarian infant Erik Weisz, who became American toddler Ehrich Weiss, who became worldwide cultural icon Harry Houdini, died way too soon on Halloween 95 years ago today. In memory of a legend who inspired generations of Houdini … Continue reading →

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Houdini’s 95th Deathversary: Did He Return?

Posted on October 31, 2021 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval Today, on the 95th anniversary of Harry Houdini’s death, Dorothy Dietrich and Dick Brookz of the Houdini Museum in Scranton, Pennsylvania, hosted a live Zoom séance, which attracted between 150 and 200 people. In-person Houdini séances have … Continue reading →

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Ex-Library Houdini Book: Connection to the Past

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval Anyone who enjoys studying or writing about history and historical figures seeks to connect with the past and its people on some level. For me, that level is deeply personal, especially when it comes to magic, magicians, … Continue reading →

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Houdini Jack-o’-Lantern 2021

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval Another year, another Houdini jack-o’-lantern. This Halloween, it will be 95 years since Harry Houdini died. Each year I carve a pumpkin in his memory, and this year’s edition features a young Houdini, no older than 25 … Continue reading →

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