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Werner F. Dornfield (October 7, 1892 - September 5, 1982), known as "Dorny", was a National President and then Dean of the Society of American Magicians.
As a soldier in World War I, he became a member of the variety show. Dorny became involved with the I.B.M. and was given Number 4, though he claimed to be the first official member since the others were all officers.
He was a close friend of Houdini and Thurston. Howard Thurston had asked him to head his No.2 show, but he chose to be a magical MC for a lot less money and a lot fewer headaches.
The Chicago SAM Assembly #3, which he was a founder member, was named in his honor. He was also a member of the Magic Circle, the Dean of the Mazda Mystic Ring and the Wizards' Club in Chicago.
Honors and Awards
- Master Fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts (1978)
- Guest of Honor at 1982 IBM convention in New Orleans.
- Dean of the Society of American Magicians
Books
- Trix and Chatter (l921)
- Dorny's Comedy Blackouts (1962)
References
- Cover Genii 1978 April
- Obit Genii 1982 October