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William Harkness
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| William Harkness | |
 Cover of Genii (1938) | |
| Born | 1896 near Glasgow |
|---|---|
| Died | February 2, 1979 Victoria, B.C., Canada |
| Nationality | Canadian |
William (Billy) Harkness (1896-1979) was named by Bess Houdini as the "Canadian Houdini."
Biography
He served in World War I with the Black Watch and Highland Light Infantry, and moved to Canada in 1922.
Along with his escapes, he was known for his manipulations and comedy situations.[1]
He attended and performed at many P.C.A.M. conventions.[2]
Awards
- Houdini Handcuffs (1936)
- Houdini Wand (1937)
- Houdini Medallion
References
- ↑ Genii 1979 October (Obit)
- ↑ Genii 1938 May (cover)