The Phonogram (1901-01)

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MONSIEUR B. 3 EGUE. is a singer of note in Paris, now here for appearance in grand opera. He took a first prize in 1893 at the Paris conservatoire. From the time of his first appearance in grand opera at Paris, he has met with uninterrupted suc- cess, singing not only in Paris, but also in Lyons, Bordeaux and Marseilles and Toulouse. He has a baritone voice of exceptional power and melody, and ranks as one of the finest singers in France. So much has his work been ap- preciated by composers, that he has been chosen to create the principal roles in several successful operas. The Pho- nograph records of his songs in French are a rare treat and have found a wide sale. THE GRAM-O-PHONE AS A LABOR SAVER. First Tramp—Say Waggles I'm going back and steal that gram-o-pkone we just heard at that last farmhouse. Second Tramp—-Why Willie what do you want of a gram-o-phone ? First Tramp—Well it* s a great labor saver for us and a benefit to the profession. Second Tramp—I don't see how you make that out, Willie. First Tramp—Well wont it do all the uratekiug you want ? just try and imagine all the labor that will save us. W. J. Kills a.