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Film of Lewis Davenport at the 1929 I B M Convention in Lima, Ohio

In 1929 Lewis Davenport visited America to develop business contacts. He took the opportunity to attend the International Brotherhood of Magicians 4th annual convention held in Lima from 5-7 June. This film shows the Convention Grand Parade. Some of the vehicles are from I.B.M. chapters, for example Ring 9 in Columbus which is named the Howard Thurston Ring.

Item Details

Size 1min 53sec. Black and white, originally 9.5mm film.
Year
Date 5 June 1929
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Category
Ref no N3812 Film68