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(HOUDINI--CHALLENGE.) Letterpress challenge broadside, known as the Ex-Police Constables' Challenge, in which Houdini is challenged to escape from an

(HOUDINI--CHALLENGE.) Letterpress challenge broadside, known as the Ex-Police Constables' Challenge, in which Houdini is challenged to escape from an old-style straight-jacket, 5 1/2x8 3/4 inches. Bristol, 28 May 1920

  • Notes: Nice English challenge broadside. Houdini was to be secured by 4 policemen who had "served more than 112 years between us." The escape took place at the Empire Theatre in Bristol.

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