En Rapport by Theodore Annemann

The routine as it is given here, has been tested out and used since l929. The tests were worked out from the standpoint of simplicity of method and maximum effect. After witnessing many two person code performances, I came to the conclusion that while audiences were quick to give credit for cleverness, they invariably knew that information was being conveyed by the speaking of per-former to medium. Therefore, the code given herein was developed to deceive by subtle arrangement. On two occasions, after having given a demonstration of naming cards, I was offered $25 to reveal the code used.

As printed here, the codes are easily learned in one evening. The routine, as a whole, can be learned in a second evening, and with a few test programs to smooth things out, you are all set.

Another point. Many acts are published and marketed but, nine times out of ten, they are put out to satisfy the need of stage workers. They require many weeks of rehearsal, and then only become practical by constant use before large audiences. At least 95% of those who buy magic books follow magic in an amateur or semi-professional manner. Their performances are intermittent and they seldom, if ever, have the desire or opportunity of performing on the professional stage. Their shows are limited to clubs, homes, private parties and audiences of the intimate sort.

It is for the latter type of show that this routine has been published. The wives and sweethearts for the most part will be the ones on the receiving end of the show, and will have but a minimum to learn to be able to present an intimate act of professional caliber. The very same act for which the writer has received fees up to $200 for a single evening in private homes and clubs. Therefore, please don’t glance through these pages and say, “It looks pretty good.” Read it thoroughly (it hasn’t been padded) and say, “It really IS good. It HAS been used a good many times which is proof of its practicability. It IS what I’ve needed for a long time in order to present such an act.”