Thursday, August 14, 2025

News 10 on Houdini's Rochester bridge jump

Here's a terrific report from WHEC News 10 in Rochester about Houdini's jump from the Weighlock Bridge and the film footage that captured that leap. It's well-researched, and we get to see our friends Jeff and Debbie Blood. I love that they pinpointed the location and identified one of the still-standing buildings glimpsed in the footage. Enjoy.


I think this footage is an excellent candidate for the National Film Registry, which every year selects 25 films that showcase American film heritage and increase awareness for film preservation.

Thanks to Jeff and Debbie Blood for the alert.

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6 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 14, 2025 at 7:21 AM

    Dude! That was awesome! - Abby Martin

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  2. Leo HeviaAugust 14, 2025 at 3:48 PM

    I didn't know Marie Blood had a son named Jeff. I assume Debbie is his daughter.

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  3. John Hinson great nephew of bess and harry HoudiniAugust 14, 2025 at 4:47 PM

    deb is his wife

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  4. AnonymousAugust 17, 2025 at 10:15 AM

    Such clear, great film footage. Thanks for sharing the link. I wonder where “ma” was in the crowd and if Bess was with her.

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  5. AnonymousAugust 17, 2025 at 10:23 AM

    One observation…. Houdini only had the top button of his shirt buttoned, to quicken and assist him removing his clothing faster. Did he use this ploy often?

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