This ad for the Orpheum Theatre in Salt Lake City features Imro Fox, "The Unique Comic Conjuror and Deceptionist." I like the word "deceptionist." Fox famously combined excellent sleight of hand and other illusions with one-liners told in a charming German accent. There was an "expert lariat thrower" on the bill who was called Will Rogers. I wonder what became of him. From the 03-April-1909
Goodwin's Weekly. Be sure to click on the image to see a larger version.
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