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December 21, 1916
The Tacoma Times
Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington
What is this article about?
In 1916, Pierce County Sheriff Robert Longmire issues a challenge to escape artist Hardeen in Tacoma, WA, to break free from a full-body restraint device called a 'crazy-crib' in public view without assistance.
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CAN HARDEEN MAKE GOOD?
A DEVICE WHICH SECURES ALL PARTS OF THE BODY FROM HEAD TO FEET AND HOLDS THE VICTIM IN A RIGID POSITION
HERE IS THE SHERIFF'S DEFIANCE
Office of
SHERIFF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON,
Tacoma.
Robert Longmire, Sheriff.
Tacoma, Wash., Dec. 20, 1916.
Mr. Hardeen, Pantages Theater, Tacoma, Wash.
Dear Sir--Hearing that you claim to be able to escape from any kind of regulation restraint, we would like to test your ability with a device that we think would be far more difficult than anything you have previously attempted.
We propose to fasten you from head to feet into a crazy-crib. This contrivance secures all parts of the body in a rigid position and there will be no chance to reach any of the fastenings. If you will allow us to place you into this apparatus we would require you to release yourself if you can in full view of ourselves and the audience and without the aid of any screens or cabinets. This will be the only way we would permit you to try it.
If you feel equal to the task, please notify us at your earliest convenience and we will ship the crib over at any performance you suggest,
We remain yours truly,
ROBERT LONGMIRE, Sheriff, and Deputies.
A DEVICE WHICH SECURES ALL PARTS OF THE BODY FROM HEAD TO FEET AND HOLDS THE VICTIM IN A RIGID POSITION
HERE IS THE SHERIFF'S DEFIANCE
Office of
SHERIFF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON,
Tacoma.
Robert Longmire, Sheriff.
Tacoma, Wash., Dec. 20, 1916.
Mr. Hardeen, Pantages Theater, Tacoma, Wash.
Dear Sir--Hearing that you claim to be able to escape from any kind of regulation restraint, we would like to test your ability with a device that we think would be far more difficult than anything you have previously attempted.
We propose to fasten you from head to feet into a crazy-crib. This contrivance secures all parts of the body in a rigid position and there will be no chance to reach any of the fastenings. If you will allow us to place you into this apparatus we would require you to release yourself if you can in full view of ourselves and the audience and without the aid of any screens or cabinets. This will be the only way we would permit you to try it.
If you feel equal to the task, please notify us at your earliest convenience and we will ship the crib over at any performance you suggest,
We remain yours truly,
ROBERT LONGMIRE, Sheriff, and Deputies.
What sub-type of article is it?
Curiosity
Extraordinary Event
What themes does it cover?
Bravery Heroism
Triumph
What keywords are associated?
Escape Challenge
Crazy Crib
Sheriff Defiance
Hardeen Restraint
What entities or persons were involved?
Hardeen
Robert Longmire
Where did it happen?
Tacoma, Wash., Pierce County, Washington
Story Details
Key Persons
Hardeen
Robert Longmire
Location
Tacoma, Wash., Pierce County, Washington
Event Date
Dec. 20, 1916
Story Details
Sheriff Robert Longmire challenges escape artist Hardeen to attempt freeing himself from a 'crazy-crib' device that restrains the entire body rigidly, in full view without aids, proposing to ship it to a performance.