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In the Introduction to his book “The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin” Houdini says: “This book is the natural result of the moulding, dominating influence which the spirit and writing of Robert-Houdin have exerted over my professional career. My interest in conjuring and magic and my enthusiasm for Robert-Houdin came into existence simultaneously. From the moment that…
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To celebrate the completion of the Toronto Reference Library Revitalization project, here is a photograph of the Toronto Reference Library (then known as the Metropolitan Toronto Library) upon its opening in 1977. The Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street), is holding a revitalization celebration on Friday, September 19 at 4pm to mark the end of…
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Staff at the Toronto Mechanics’ Institute (Church and Adelaide) in 1895. Originally the York Mechanics’ Institute, it opened in the 1830 "for the mutual improvement of its members in useful scientific knowledge… A library of reference and circulation will be formed." Many years later, it became the Toronto Public Library. Standing L to R: Eva…
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Staff and members of the Toronto Mechanics’ Institute, at Church and Adelaide (Evening Telegram, September 8, 1908). In the 1800s, working men paid an annual subscription to a Mechanics’ Institute to read books, mainly on technical subjects. This one eventually became the Toronto Public Library. We pin it in honour of Ontario Public Library week.…
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