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Wilfrid Allan
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Wilfrid Allan | |
Born | 1904 Hornsey, England |
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Died | September 27, 1938 |
Resting place | Cremation at Golders Green |
Wilfrid Allan (1904-1938) was a professional society magician who often played at Maskelyne's.[1]
Biography
Educated at the Merchant Taylor's School, Wilfrid started with an advertising career, but eventually took up magic as a full time profession. He was twice booked for Royal Command performances though on each occasion illness prevented his attending.[2]
Allan joined the Magic Circle in 1927. He was promoted to A.I.M.C. in 1932 and was called to full membership of the Inner Circle in 1934. He was a frequent performer at the Circle Socials, Banquets and Closed Meetings.[3]