The Magic Newswire - Magic News

Speaking of the bullet catch, on January 18th, Potter & Potter auctions will be conducting an auction of magic memorabilia in the Chicago area. Among the items being listed for sale is a fan used by Chung Ling Soo during his fatal performance at the Wood Green Empire in 1918. According to the catalog, "In 1918, A.J. Freeman was employed as a call boy at London's Wood Green Empire. Freeman and his father were on stage during Soo's deadly performance of the Catching A Bullet, when the fan was obtained. The fan was decorated by the boy shortly after the tragic event with Soo's name, date, and 'Wood Green Empire.' An important relic of one of magic's most compelling performers. 1918. Fair condition, framed under glass. With two letters of provenance from Freeman (which read, in part, 'I was there when the said incident occurred and still have in my possession the actual fan Soo was using when shot.'), and one from Paul Daniels." In addition to the fan, an autograph of Robinson, a playbill, a photograph of Robinson in english attire and other clipping are available. A complete listing of the Magic Marketplace and Jay Marshall auction items can be found HERE.