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Parker Swan
Born	C. Parker Swan, III circa 1928

Parker Swan was a professional magician and performed with his wife, Claire, as the comedy team of "Parker Swan and Claire."

He developed an act featuring "How To Force a Watemelon," "Prunes of All Nations," and "Fruits I Have Worked With," which played to great success at several magic conventions.^[1]

Parker worked in Holden's Magic Shop from 1942-1946. He has served as a regional vice president for the S.A.M. and other positions. He has lectured on the history of magic and supports the New England Collectors organization.

He created the "Parker Swan Dollhouse Production".

Parker lately has enjoyed playing in the Northborough Senior Center’s Harmonica Club.^[2]

Awards and Honors

• MUM, Magician of the Year 1992

Books

• How to Force a Watermelon (1973)

References

1. ↑ LADIES of the SAM, CLAIRE M. SWAN MAGIC N MELONS, MUM, November, 1981
2. ↑ Seniors harmonize in music group