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CLARENCE, H. G. (Professor Nunc-Nunez). A Pleasant Pastime. Darwen, England: R. & H. T. Timperley, ca. 1880. Four-color letterpress broadside giving notice of a performance by Mr. H. G. Clarence, the “World’s Wizard / Wonder Worker, Conjurer, and Illusionist” who will introduce “Hindoo Marvels! Chinese Mysteries! Japanese Wonders! Egyptian Novelties.” The show would conclude with a “Light Anti-Spiritual Séance.” A royal coat of arms appears at the top flanked by lists of royal patrons. 30 x 20”. Linen backed. Repairs and restoration to several tears and losses throughout. B/B-.