BAKER, Al (1874 – 1951). Collection of Al Baker Ephemera and Photos. 1920s – 50s. Approximately 25 items, including several portraits, studio photos, and candid photos of Baker, one SIGNED AND INSCRIBED; a seven-page letter in Baker's hand to Bernard M.L. Ernst (Houdini's attorney) with detailed instructions and illustrations for a performance of the Card from the Hat and one other effect (long before the feats were published in Baker's books); an invoice from Baker's Broadway Magic Shop; instructions for Baker's Card Trio in the original mailing cover addressed by Baker; clippings; and a Baker Testimonial program. The largest 10 x 8". Generally good condition.