The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1908)

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Edison Phonograph Monthly, Oct., 1908 21 10015 Fun in a Barber Shop Vess L. Ossman An original banjo conceit which presents Mr. Ossman at his best. The typical banjo tune is extremely infectious and is full sure to start a general patter of feet. The "fun" is supplied by ludicrous slide trombone effects introduced in the orchestral accompaniment. Orchestra accompaniment; composer, Jesse M. Winne; publisher, Walter Jacobs, Boston, Mass. 10016 Uncle Josh's Arrival in New York City Cal Stewart Uncle Josh has about the funniest experience of all his checkered career in New York. He started by losing his hat en route by leaning out the car window. His railroad ticket went with it and he had to buy another. But he got even with the railroad by buying a roundtrip ticket and not using it to go back. His good looks made a great hit. When he got off the train he ran into dozens of cabmen, all of whom shouted at him, "Hansom, sir? Hansom?" Screamingly funny all the way. 10017 The Widow Dooley Ada Jones and Len Spencer This up-to-date dramatic sketch opens with a flute solo, "Sweet Molly Oh," announcing a visit by Larry Connor to court the widow Dooley, whose Mike has been dead only a month. The courtship is spicy and full of laughable scenes. By request the widow sings "Come All Ye," and Larry plays a reel on his flute, to which she dances. At the psychological moment he pops the question, but learns that he is too late, as Pat Murphy proposed and was accepted at the lamented ( ?) Mike's grave. Larry makes a sorrowful exit, whistling "Farewell Mavourneen." Orchestra accompaniment; original sketch, not published. 10018 I'm Glad I'm Married Billy Murray Here is a man that's glad he's married! Most of the matrimonial comic songs tell a different story. Even the singer makes his declaration with a comment that makes its sincerity doubtful. This Record is a worthy successor of Mr. Morton's Record 9949, "Don't Take Me Home," the Edison comic hit for October. He sings these comic songs with a gusto and flourish that carry all before them. There are three verses and three choruses, the latter set to that engaging twofour swing. Orchestra accompaniment; music, Al. Von Tilzer; words, Jack Norworth ; publishers, York Music Co., New York. 10019 In Lover's Lane Edison Concert Band This naive and winsome band number was inspired by the stroll of the West Point cadet with his best girl down Lover's Lane, the far-famed trysting place of Uncle Sam's future lieutenants, captains and generals. The most striking part is the air of the trio. This recalls instantly several of our prettiest Indian pieces, and will be continually recurring to everyone who hears it. The osculation effect makes a very happy and appropriate conclusion. Composer, Arthur Pryor; publisher, Carl Fischer, New York. 10020 The Sons of Uncle Sam Edward Meeker A new patriotic song written in Australia in honor of the American Battleship Fleet's recent visit to that country. The lines teem with heart-felt laudation of Uncle Sam's sailor boys, and the melody is one of those inspiring march airs that bring up mental pictures of a war fleet in action. Faint echoes of national airs are heard in the accompaniment, intermingled with lusty cheers for the Red, White and Blue. Orchestra accompaniment; music, L. L. Howarde; words, A. M. Rattray; publishers, W. J. Deane & Son, Sydney, Australia. 10021 Last Day of School at Pumpkin Centre Cal Stewart In this selection Uncle Josh treats us to some rich imitations. The first, is that of a typical Pumpkin Centre small boy reciting "I Like For to Live in the Country." Very amusing. Next is an imitation of Ezra Hopkin's youngest playing a mouth organ solo. Then comes the most ludicrous of all, a little German fellow in a thoroughly "Dutch" recitation of "Mary's Lamb." 10022 My Rosy Rambler Billy Murray and Chorus A new song of the far southwest by the writers of "Cheyenne" and "San Antonio." "Big Jim," the faro king, finds his heart's desire in a bewitching Spanish senorita. The tune has been styled the catchiest since "San Antonio," while Spanish color is given by the introduction of castinets and mandolin. Mr. Murray and chorus give the song the best interpretation it has ever had. Orchestra accompaniment; music, Egbert Van Alstyne; words, Harry Williams; publishers, Jerome H. Remick & Co., New York. 10023 Kentucky Patrol American Symphony Orchestra Patrols never fail to rank among the best sellers of the month in which they are issued. This one contains a number of engaging melodies, distinctly Southern in flavor, and is fully equal to "Patrol of the Scouts," (Record No. 9960). The whistling refrain, which was so widely praised in the latter, is eclipsed by a louder and even hetter one in the present Record. Composer, Karl Kaps; publishers, Francis, Day & Hunter, New York. 10024 Yours is Not the Only Aching Heart James F. Harrison Friedman's tenderly beautiful love song that is being sung everywhere. Words and music are fully as captivating as the well-chosen title would indicate. A past, but fondly cherished, love is the subject and the plaintive note that dominates the air is irresistibly sweet. Orches