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D11340-1
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- 1941-05-20 (Creation)
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Ray Gamble with trophy. This is possibly the trophy given at the yearly Pacific Coast Association of Magicians for the best card trick shown at the convention. Mr. Gamble was an avid amateur magician and card tricks were some of his favorites. He was instrumental in the formation of the above mentioned Association and the first man to offer a convention trophy for a trick. In making the award, the judges gave greater credit to the contestant if his trick was simple, practical and original and within the abilities of the average performer. The trophy was described as a tall gold pillar, mounted on a heavy base. On the top of the pillar is a winged figure bearing aloft a fan of cards. [Also dated 05-22-1941] ("Genii" vol.3, March 1939, No. 7)
Gamble, Ray, 1886-1972--Homes & haunts; Awards;