Today is the birthday of John Henry Anderson (1814-1874). Born and raised on a Scottish farm, Anderson was inspired by a childhood viewing of a performance of Antonio Blitz to take up conjuring, which he taught himself. He began performing locally at fairs; his first recorded professional performances was at Brechin Castle for Lord Panmure […]
SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:26AM on July 16, 2013