Your arms are locked; you can't lower them [picture].
Date
1956, Apr. 1.
P287198
Descript
1 photograph : b&w ; 8 x 10 in.
Note
Title from clipping caption.
Borders: With.
Condition of photograph: Fair.
In folder with clipping.
Negative available: None.
Copyright ownership: Temple University Libraries.
Access
Original photograph not available to public. For access to or use of higher-resolution image contact: Temple University Libraries. Urban Archives, 215-204-8257.
Note
Temple University Libraries. Urban Archives. McDowell Bulletin Collection.
Higher-resolution image (TIFF) available.
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin.
IMLS Project. CL00002-00.
Summary
Magician and hypnotist William F. Baker uses two of his store employees to demonstrate a simple test in the power of suggestion. Roger Re (left) and Robert Bryson are not in a deep hypnotic trance, yet they cannot lower their arms until Baker gives them signal. The demonstration was conducted at Baker's studio, 315 W. 12th St.
