Downs, T. Nelson (Thomas Nelson), 1868-1938 · Buffalo, N. Y. : Downs-Edwards Co. · leaf 199
The Art of Magic only a thoroughly practical piece of apparatus but also an exqui- site illusion to add to his programme. In the Stork method two houlettes are used, although the audience are aware of the existence of but one. These houlettes are simple metal cases, nickle plated, and just large… … Fig. 23 to the case, so that the cards are never wholly concealed from the sight of the spectators. On each side of the case, at the upper end, is soldered a small piece of wire, forming a sort of miniature handle, by which to affix the ribbons. One of these houlettes is devoid of any preparation…
