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"Senator" [[Clarke Crandall]] (1906-1975) was an American comedy magician and magic dealer. He developed funny routines for such effects as the Card Duck and the Cups and Balls. | "Senator" [[Clarke Crandall]] (1906-1975) was an American comedy magician and magic dealer. He developed funny routines for such effects as the Card Duck and the Cups and Balls. | ||
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In 1957, Al Sharpe sold his "Studio of Magic" shop to Clarke "The Senator" Crandall, who ran it for two years before closing it. | In 1957, Al Sharpe sold his "Studio of Magic" shop to Clarke "The Senator" Crandall, who ran it for two years before closing it. | ||
Revision as of 12:35, 6 August 2011
"Senator" Clarke Crandall (1906-1975) was an American comedy magician and magic dealer. He developed funny routines for such effects as the Card Duck and the Cups and Balls.
| Clarke Crandall | |
 Cover Genii 1969 March | |
| Born | 1906 USA |
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| Died | 1975 |
In 1957, Al Sharpe sold his "Studio of Magic" shop to Clarke "The Senator" Crandall, who ran it for two years before closing it.
He was a host at the Magic Castle, introducing the acts and fended off people who were improperly attired (there is a strict dress code). He was the original grumpy old man and his wit and sarcasm were accepted and expected by all. He would do a weekly X-rated show on Saturday nights at midnight.
He wrote a column for The New Tops called "It's A Mystery To Me."
Abbott's Get-Together presents the "Senator Crandall Award" for Comedy excellence each year.
Books
- Now You Can Get The Best of "Senator" Crandall (1969)
- How To Stack Dice for Fun and No Profit (1974)
- Crandall's Comments (1974)
References
- Cover Genii 1969 March
