Category Archives: Anniversaries

Happy Birthday, Houdini

Posted on March 24, 2018 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval Drop by my Houdini blog and read my birthday greeting to the one-and-only legend of escapology and magic, Harry Houdini, born 144 years ago today. In the mean time, enjoy this 1908 photo of him preparing to … Continue reading →

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A Scarce Photo of Houdini on the 91st Anniversary of His Death

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval There’s no enviable day to die, but if you’re a magician, and you have to cash in your chips, anyway, it might as well be on Halloween. That’s exactly what Harry Houdini did 91 years ago today: … Continue reading →

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In Memory of Houdini on the 90th Anniversary of His Death

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval It’s been 90 years since Harry Houdini (1874–1926) died on Halloween, yet his name lives on—a testament to the genius behind his showmanship, originality, technical abilities, and knack for attaining publicity. Unhappy anniversary, Harry.

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Harry Blackstone Jr. Died 19 Years Ago Today

Posted on May 14, 2016 by Tom Interval

By Tom Interval In memory of Harry Blackstone Jr., who died on this day 19 years ago, I’m posting this photo again.  I met him in Pittsburgh on June 4, 1981, when my father, Jerry Interval, a professional photographer, was … Continue reading →

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