Dallas Magic Clubs Charter

That’s right -- plural.  The organization called Dallas Magic Clubs is really two separate clubs,

(1) the Dallas Magic Circle (S.A.M. Assembly 13), chartered on October 4, 1924 as an Assembly of the Society of American Magicians national magic organization; and (2)  Willard the Wizard  (I.B.M.Ring 174), chartered on July 10, 1964  as a Ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Both clubs meet simultaneously and share officer/board member responsibilities. These meetings are normally held the third Tuesday of each month at "Slappy's" (see "meetings" on this website for current directions).

Both clubs are represented by elected board members in the Texas Association of Magicians organization, headquartered in various cities throughout Texas, with administration activities in Austin  Texas.

Jointly speaking, the charters of both Clubs have an objective of promoting harmony among those interested in magic by associating and organizing individuals interested in the art of magic and its advancement.  Each club joins in adopting rules to discourage inappropriate activities such as divulging secrets of magic to public; false or misleading advertisements of effects, literature, merchandise and actions pertaining the magical arts.  Further, the charters contain rules supporting the humane treatment and care of live animals employed in magical performances.

A 16-year old member in good standing of S.A.M. can be a voting member of Assembly 13.  IBM members in good standing aged 14 - 17 can belong to the IBM Ring 174 but cannot hold office until the age of 18 is achieved.

Active national S.A.M and I.B.M. members must also pay an annual dues of $20 to belong to the Dallas Magic Clubs -- this to defray cost of postage, etc. 

The Wizard's Scroll is the official publication of the Dallas Magic Clubs and is published and distributed monthly (via the internet), just prior to the meeting date.

Comments:  The Dallas Magic Clubs possess a couple of "treasures".

The original copy of the S.A.M. Assembly 13 charter, which was signed by Harry Houdini  (not a copy).  

Not to be outdone, Ring 174 boasts other treasures - the original charter, a wand actually used by the Club namesake, mounted on a frame and presented to the club by the Willard family; and the actual coin-pail used by Willard in his shows.

Currently, these "treasures" are located in the home of the Secretary-Treasurer (Joan Lehr) and are available to be viewed.  Photo's of this "Shrine" are available on this Website.

Joan Lehr
Dallas Magic Clubs Secretary/Treasurer.

	The Clubs Shrine
	Close up of the tap part showing the IBM Charter and Willard Photos
	Close up of S.A.M Charter (Houdini's signature was added later when he came to Dallas for a show).
	Willard the Wizard's Coin pail
	Close up of the I.B.M Charter
	Several pictures of Willard the Wizard
	Close up of Willard te Wizard's actual wand presented to the club