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by James Nelson
March 18th, 2024, 7:29 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Who is the best coin magician you have seen?
Replies: 82
Views: 16510

Re: Who is the best coin magician you have seen?

Armando Lucero
by James Nelson
June 26th, 2022, 10:26 pm
Forum: Mentalism & Mental Magic
Topic: Restoration of the 1937 ESP Decks (Marked)
Replies: 16
Views: 9313

Re: Restoration of the 1937 ESP Decks (Marked)

Not sure how common these Rhine decks are. I bought a few decks off Hank Moorehouse 15(?) years ago. The CR is 1937 but not sure when they were printed. The cases are a little rough ... but the cards are in fine condition. If I can figure out to attach a photo I would. They are bridge size with two ...
by James Nelson
September 28th, 2020, 11:29 am
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Charlie Miller Book
Replies: 68
Views: 37943

Re: Charlie Miller Book

Raining here all day... But I just received my copy of Charlie Miller's MAGICANA. It is a heavy book with a wealth of information. Thanks Richard! A great rainy day surprise.....
by James Nelson
May 19th, 2019, 2:43 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Marshall Brodien
Replies: 9
Views: 2812

Re: Marshall Brodien

Everytime I seen Marshall he would invite me and my daughter to his home. We spent a good portion of the day in his basement which was an actual museum of his career and products. It was fascinating how much he had collected and was very well organized. Marshall was very kind and generous. He loaded...
by James Nelson
April 30th, 2019, 10:05 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: Beetlejuice The Musical
Replies: 5
Views: 6324

Beetlejuice The Musical

Broadway Hit "Beetlejuice The Musical" was nominated for at least 2 Tony Awards including Best Musical. Michael Weber is on the Creative Team along with many other great creative designers. Looks Fantastic.
by James Nelson
March 8th, 2019, 4:14 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Set of Four DeLand Decks and Uncut Sheets Now Available: Only 100!
Replies: 17
Views: 5479

Re: Set of Four DeLand Decks and Uncut Sheets Now Available: Only 100!

Richard, these deck sets are still available? and will you have extra Dollar Decks?
by James Nelson
March 8th, 2019, 8:51 am
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Marshall Brodien
Replies: 9
Views: 2812

Marshall Brodien

Chicago news reports Marshall Brodien passed away today at age 84.
by James Nelson
December 7th, 2009, 9:08 am
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Happy Birthday!
Replies: 0
Views: 814

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Jean Eugene Robert-Houdin......
by James Nelson
November 13th, 2008, 10:12 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: SOC TV
Replies: 1
Views: 1251

SOC TV

Street of Cards TV
http://streetofcards.tv/

Street of Cards Web Site
http://streetofcards.com/newsite/
by James Nelson
October 27th, 2008, 7:01 pm
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Wisconsin
Replies: 20
Views: 6829

Re: Wisconsin

Michael...

Glad to hear you enjoyed the show. I plan on visiting again after the holidays. It is always a great get-away during the doldrums of winter.

James Nelson
Hobart, Indiana
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 8:33 pm
Forum: Magicana
Topic: crystal method card
Replies: 32
Views: 11043

Re: crystal method card

The description is vague ... mentions you get cards (how many?) and the instructional DVD. Then everything is in pounds?

I like this idea and have a few of my own. Was just hoping a dealer in the states had some for sale.
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 4:03 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: IBM/SAM- Watch Your Pockets!
Replies: 2
Views: 830

IBM/SAM- Watch Your Pockets!

While attending the evening shows at the 2006 SAM Convention at Whitney Hall my pockets were ripped off, literally. When returning to a sitting position after standing ovations, the arms of the seats (which are narrow, perhaps I am too big) caught my pockets and ripped my pants. This happened to at ...
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 3:54 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Bill Nagler vs Brad Henderson - suing for writing a negative review
Replies: 37
Views: 16043

Re: Bill Nagler vs Brad Henderson - suing for writing a negative review

Correct me if I am wrong (only once please)... Doesn't Henderson reside in Austin? Didn't Texas pass a Tort Reform Bill? Though not medical malpractice, wouldn't this fall under Tort?

James Nelson
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 3:40 pm
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: Dell O'Dell's real name
Replies: 5
Views: 1639

Dell O'Dell's real name

Greetings... My daughter is a collector of Dell O'Dell memorabilia. She has found information that supports that Dell O'Dell's actual name was Dell Newton and info that supports her name was Nell Newton. Does anyone have any knowledge or information which is correct. Any and all help would be greatl...
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 3:31 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB Dell O'Dell
Replies: 6
Views: 1242

Re: WTB Dell O'Dell

Thanks George for all your help. She already has a copy of the spiral bound "Magical Moments" copywrite 1939 with all pop-ups intact. It was even signed by Dell, found it on eBay last year. But I will investigate these leads.... more is always better! Again, thanks George for all your time...
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 11:13 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB Dell O'Dell
Replies: 6
Views: 1242

WTB Dell O'Dell

[size:11pt] [/size] Greetings.....


Interested in Dell O'Dell collectible items.... flyers, books, give-aways, tricks, punch-outs, etc.

My daughter collects O'Dell items and is on the hunt....

Thanks!
by James Nelson
July 16th, 2008, 11:02 am
Forum: Magicana
Topic: crystal method card
Replies: 32
Views: 11043

Re: crystal method card

Does anyone know where these can be bought in the states?
by James Nelson
June 26th, 2008, 11:45 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB Dell O'Dell
Replies: 4
Views: 864

Re: WTB Dell O'Dell

Thanks Ted!
by James Nelson
June 24th, 2008, 9:56 pm
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: WTB Dell O'Dell
Replies: 4
Views: 864

WTB Dell O'Dell

Greetings....

Interested in Dell O'Dell items.

Thanks,
James Nelson
by James Nelson
April 8th, 2008, 12:07 pm
Forum: Magician's Local Hangouts
Topic: Wisconsin
Replies: 20
Views: 6829

Re: Wisconsin

On February 23rd, I went up to see The Rick Wilcox Show in Wisconsin Dells. I had been to the show in 1999 and was pleased to discover that they change their show each year to accomodate repeat visitors. Every thing about the show was first class. Easy parking, beautiful theatre and very friendly st...
by James Nelson
March 28th, 2008, 2:29 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Favorite Kaufman Book
Replies: 74
Views: 23994

Re: Favorite Kaufman Book

Arcade Dreams...
The Greater Artful Dodges of Eddie Fields...
Effortless Card Magic...
by James Nelson
March 20th, 2008, 5:57 am
Forum: General
Topic: Dr. Hooker is Coming!
Replies: 68
Views: 14072

Re: Dr. Hooker is Coming!

Received Volume 71, Number 4, April, 2008 Issue on March 17th 2008, in Hobart, Indiana.
by James Nelson
February 13th, 2008, 6:46 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: FS: Lots of DVDs, Videos & CDs.....
Replies: 5
Views: 740

Re: FS: Lots of DVDs, Videos & CDs.....

I am interested in the following cd's... Jack Gwynne's Magical Scrapbook CD - $15 Marshall Brodien's Magic Set collection CD - $12 Digital Pentagram - Complete Pentagram Magazine on CD - $15 Not sure if my mail has made it to you, I have emailed you a few times with no response. Thanks James Nelson
by James Nelson
January 26th, 2008, 5:32 am
Forum: General
Topic: We've Hit 500 Members!
Replies: 12
Views: 2208

Re: We've Hit 500 Members!

Being a construction worker, a millwright by trade, I have noticed that the number of blue collar workers interested in magic are far and few. The numbers seem to favor professionals and white collar.
by James Nelson
January 25th, 2008, 5:05 pm
Forum: General
Topic: We've Hit 500 Members!
Replies: 12
Views: 2208

Re: We've Hit 500 Members!

Didn't the forum have a directory link somewhere before?
by James Nelson
January 24th, 2008, 5:38 pm
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: New Wife Swap promo
Replies: 28
Views: 6077

Re: New Wife Swap promo

Melissa got the Galvans to loosen up. The Galvan kids finally had some fun for a change. It wouldn't have happened without Melissa's influence. They were doing and enjoying magic, perhaps that was the introduction to inspire two future magicians. Kicking Jennifer Galvan out of the house had to be fu...
by James Nelson
January 23rd, 2008, 2:25 am
Forum: Collector's Marketplace
Topic: Revised List DVDS For Sale!
Replies: 6
Views: 762

Re: Revised List DVDS For Sale!

I am interested in the Daryl Rope DVD's ... what is the total price? I work late so I won't be able to answer until late evening.
by James Nelson
January 21st, 2008, 6:17 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Cups and Balls loads
Replies: 27
Views: 4693

Re: Cups and Balls loads

Does anyone have any information or knowledge of anyone producing a lit candle? I thought this might be interesting, but difficult. The candle needs to lite upon the removal of the cup....
by James Nelson
January 19th, 2008, 2:51 pm
Forum: General
Topic: February Issue of Genii Now Arriving!
Replies: 94
Views: 23233

Re: February Issue of Genii Now Arriving!

Received Volume 71, Number 2, today, January 19, 2008, in Hobart, Indiana, 46342. I really do not think it (date of delivery) is determined by the following criteria... distance from printers, use of the five + four zip code or being a buddy of Richard.... but rather that you are at the mercy of how...
by James Nelson
January 17th, 2008, 1:11 pm
Forum: Kaufman & Company
Topic: Two New Kaufman and Company Reprints Available at Pre-Pub Special Prices!
Replies: 30
Views: 11748

Re: Two New Kaufman and Company Reprints Available at Pre-Pub Special Prices!

Does anyone have any information on if or when these books will ship?

thank you...
by James Nelson
January 16th, 2008, 7:34 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Welcome Back, Friends ...
Replies: 105
Views: 23248

Re: Welcome Back, Friends ...

Greetings... The whole process of re-registering was very quick and simple. If my memory serves me well, I believe Genii Forum originally asked members to register with their real name, to prevent exactly what had happened. All efforts will be well worth the trouble to restore the integrity of the f...
by James Nelson
November 14th, 2005, 4:35 pm
Forum: Platform & Stage Magic
Topic: Best Substitution Trunk
Replies: 22
Views: 12145

Best Substitution Trunk

Greetings..... I was interested in purchasing a Substitution Trunk for my daughter and need some help. She showed interest in Charvet Magic's Gwynne Trunk. She was undecided in which style ...Standard or Custom for Steinmeyer's "Through A One Inch Hole" .... If anyone has some insight on t...
by James Nelson
April 24th, 2005, 8:41 am
Forum: Alternative Media
Topic: The Mysterious World of Alain Nu
Replies: 6
Views: 1434

The Mysterious World of Alain Nu

Tonight, TLC has Alain Nu followed by 2 David Blaine shows to begin their "Week of Magic" all starting at 8pm EST...........
by James Nelson
August 26th, 2003, 5:48 am
Forum: Magic History and Anecdotes
Topic: What got you into magic?
Replies: 56
Views: 6852

Re: What got you into magic?

At age six, my daughter seen a David Copperfield Special on television and was very determined to learn magic. So of course I started helping her pursue her dream. We started with a Marshall Brodien magic set, then Magic Works, which was about the only local magic available. The following year a mag...
by James Nelson
March 16th, 2003, 9:17 pm
Forum: Buzz
Topic: Copperfield on Essany
Replies: 3
Views: 901

Copperfield on Essany

News is that E picked up 6 more episodes of The Michael Essany Show. Sources also tell me David Copperfield is rumored to be one of his guests. Copperfield will be in Rosemont Illinois March 21 - 23 ... which is an opportune time to travel to Valparaiso Indiana for the taping.
by James Nelson
March 10th, 2003, 2:10 pm
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Tricks you do to impress magicians
Replies: 52
Views: 6263

Re: Tricks you do to impress magicians

Edward Marlo's Not So Obvious
by James Nelson
March 10th, 2003, 10:36 am
Forum: Close-Up Magic
Topic: Take a look at your library
Replies: 37
Views: 4421

Re: Take a look at your library

Book - Marlo Without Tears

Video - Videomind

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