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'''Wilfrid G. Jonson''' (1899 - January 21, 1974) was born in England. He wrote the "London Notes" column in [[Sphinx]] for over twenty-five years which he provided commentary on the British magical scene. | '''Wilfrid G. Jonson''' (1899 - January 21, 1974) was born in England. He wrote the "London Notes" column in [[Sphinx]] for over twenty-five years which he provided commentary on the British magical scene. | ||
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His artistic talents can be found in drawings he did for the [[Magic Wand]] during [[George Johnson]]'s days. | His artistic talents can be found in drawings he did for the [[Magic Wand]] during [[George Johnson]]'s days. | ||
Revision as of 02:47, 21 September 2010
Wilfrid G. Jonson (1899 - January 21, 1974) was born in England. He wrote the "London Notes" column in Sphinx for over twenty-five years which he provided commentary on the British magical scene.
| Wilfrid Jonson | |
| Born | 1899 England |
|---|---|
| Died | January 21, 1974 |
| Categories | Books by Wilfrid Jonson |
His artistic talents can be found in drawings he did for the Magic Wand during George Johnson's days.
Joining The Magic Circle in 1923 (serving as treasurer from 1947 to 1960) and gave his first performance on the Anderton's stage, in 1924. Wilfrid was called to the membership of the Inner Magic Circle in 1926 and was in later days made an Honorary Vice-President.
Near the end of World War II, Wilfrid suffered from tuberculosis. While recovering in the hospital, he learned French and stared corresponding with French magicians.
Books
- Let's Pretend (1937)
- Mr. Smith's Guide to Sleight-of-hand (1945)
- But Not To Play (1946)
- Wilfrid Jonson's Magic Tricks (1953)
- Wilfrid Johnson's Card tricks (1953)
- Card Tricks for Beginners ISBN 9780486434650 (2004)
References
- Obit Genii 1973 November