In memory of Carlo Sommer
aka Dr. Carlo
1 Aug 1909 - 1996
For more than a quarter century Carlo was one of the nation's foremost theater
magicians and hypnotists.
He founded the Institute of Hypnosis at 3136 Sylvania Avenue, Toledo
13, Ohio. And, in 1960 published a small booklet titled Hypnotize Yourself.
He operated Carlo's Magic Shop on 436 Superior Street, Toledo, Ohio. He appears to be one of the founders of MDA - Magic Dealer's Association. He invented the rubber dove, Balls of Fire (production of fire from a paper sack), and the Carlo Glass Production.
Later he turned to promoting his Carlolites and his Campaign of Love ("Hello
Loves") while often denying that he was ever a magician much less owned
a magic shop!
Carlo , Dr. (1909-1996) was a professional magician and magic dealer (real
name Carlo Sommer) who invented, and marketed, the rubber dove, Balls of Fire,What's
On Yourt Mind, and the Carlo Glass Production.
