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Revision as of 20:04, 25 October 2010

William Simon (April 7, 1927 - May 6, 1988) was an amateur cardman.

Bill Simon
BornApril 07, 1927
DiedMay 06, 1988 (age 61)
CategoriesBooks by Bill Simon


Biography

Bill entered Roanoke College at the age of 15. His college work was interrupted during World War II. He served in the Army Air Corps as a cryptographer. After the war, Bill graduated from New York University. In 1962, he founded the Brassbestos Manufacturing Corporation , which he served as its President until 1984. Friend of both Ed Marlo and Dai Vernon.

Significant Contributions

Created the Four Packets Triumph (See Sleightly Sensational, page 21) and Business Card Prophecy Force.

Family

Wife Rona (Hament) and children Anne, Barbara and Steven.

Books

References