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Stars of Slapstick #87: Augustus Carney, a.k.a Alkali Ike by Trav S.D.

August Carney (1870-1920) was one of silent comedy’s first stars, whose heyday was essentially of the pre-Chaplin era. Originating in British music halls and American vaudeville, he found his way to Esssanay Studios in 1910. After a couple of random starts he was partnered with Victor Postel as “Hank” in the “Hank and Lank” series. [...]

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 08:59AM on April 6, 2013

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