Papers of Jean Hugard, 1907-1956 [manuscript]

Bib ID:
362209
Format:
Manuscript
Author:
Hugard, Jean, 1872-1959
Access Conditions:
Available for research. Not for loan.
Description:
  • [1907-1956]
  • 1 cm. (1 folder)
Summary:

The collection consists of the following items: 1. Letter from Hugard to Frank (1911 Aug. 11). 2. Letter from Leslie P. Guest to W.F. Boyce (brother of Hugard) (1956 Oct. 9). 3. Photograph of a presentation to Hugard (1955 April 3). 4. Programmes of Hugard's performances. 5. Copies of "Hugard's magic monthly" (1943-1956). 6. Poster. 7. Photocopies.

Biography/History:

Jean Hugard was the stage name of John Gerard Rodney Boyce, born in Towoomba, Qld. He worked in the Queensland National Bank in the 1890s and set up the Endeavour Meatworks which collapsed in 1902. Worked as Secretary of the General Hospital in Toowoomba. Professional theatrical career in America, editor and publisher of "Hugard's monthly" and author of a number of books on magic. Hugard died in America.

Notes:
  • Some photocopies.
  • Manuscript reference no. : MS 8484.
Subject:
Time Coverage:
1907-1956
Occupation:
Magicians
Other authors/contributors:
Guest, Leslie P
Copyright:

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