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Magician

John Scarne was a renowned magician known for his exceptional magical skills and performance style. Born on March 4, 1903, and passing away on July 7, 1985, Scarne was highly respected in the magic community for his profound understanding and innovative performances.

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“Night and day a picture of the showcase of the Lame Novelty Company and its gambling content would seem to appear before my eyes. Then I realized that I could not rest content and continue practising to become a magician until I knew what those gambling gimmicks in that showcase click.”

Seems Eye Night Company I Realized Gambling Magician Novelty Clicks Lame Gimmicks Showcase

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“The gambling supply house catalog is distinctly not the safest place to learn about cheating devices, beware of catalog men.”

Men House Cheating Gambling Devices

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“Belly strippers! The use of this device is one of the most highly prized - and highly priced - secrets of fast-money winners.”

Use Secret Winner Devices Belly

Book:Scarne on Cards

Source: Scarne on Cards

“Rummy is played by more people in more ways than any other game.”

People Way Games

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Source: Scarne on Cards

“My last piece of advice to the degenerate slot player who thinks he can beat the one-armed bandit consists of four little words: It can't be done.”

Thinking Littles Done Lasts Pieces Four Player Advice Beats Gambling Degenerates Bandits

Book:Complete guide to gambling

Source: Complete guide to gambling

About the Author

Born: March 4, 1903
Died: July 7, 1985
Known for: Magician
Quotes: 5

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