The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1908)

Edison Phonograph Monthly, Nov. , 1908 19 62 Calvary James F. Harrison A well-known sacred song and one greatly favored by church singers. The two-minute Record gave it in an abbreviated form, but it is here given in its entirety. Mr. Harrison's fine baritone voice gives the song an unusually good rendition. There is nothing finer in sacred selections than the chorus ci Calvary: Rest, rest to the weary. O lay down thy burden. Peace, peace to the soul, O come unto me. Though life may be dreary, I will not forsake thee, Earth is not thy goal. Though all else should flee So impressive is this Record that it is certain to continue in the catalogue of Amberol Records as long as the Phonograph exists and will always be in demand. Orchestra accompaniment. Music, Paul Rodney; words, Henry Vaughn. 63 Aunt Dinah's Golden Wedding Empire Vaudeville Co. An unusually entertaining vaudeville sketch with the following cast of characters: Aunt Dinah, Byron G. Harlan; Old Black Joe, Arthur Collins; Happy Jim, Edward Meeker. The sketch opens with Happy Jim singing "De Golden Wedding," Jim and the boys call on Aunt Dinah for the purpose of celebrating the golden wedding of she and Old Black Joe. They are welcomed with open arms by Aunt Dinah, who tells them of the good "eatin's that's waitin' for them," and then sings, "O Dem Golden Slippers." Joe is then called in from the fields. He sings a phrase or two of "Old Black Joe" as he approaches, and on entering the house sings, "Hear Dem Bells." The splendid rendition of these old-time popular darkey songs will give this Record a heavy sale. Original arrangement. 64 Elks' Minstrels The Amberol Record furnishes ample opportunity for making a minstrel selection, as this excellent example will prove. It is presented with the following cast of characters: Mr. Tambo Billy Murray Mr. Bones Edward Meeker Mr. Middleman Steve Porter Our Popular Tenor (sings "Sweetheart") Harry Anthony Old Man in Box (interrupts the performance) Steve Porter His Wife (much embarrassed) Ada Jones Musical Director E. A. Jaudas 65 Selections from "Algeria" American Symphony Orchestra A Record containing six of the most popular numbers from Victor Herbert's new opera, "Algeria," which was given its initial presentation at the Broadway Theatre, New York, in September and has since scored a great success. The plot of this opera hinges upon the song, "The Rose of the World." The numbers are played in the following order on the Record : General Petitpon's song: "I've Been Decorated." Zoradie's song: "Rose of the World." Millicent Madison, M.D.'s song: "Ask Her While the Band is Playing." Mr. and Mrs. Billings F. Cooing's song: "The Same Old Two." Captain De Lome's Song: "Love is Like a Cigarette," and "The Boule Miche." Music by Victor Herbert; published by Charles K. Harris, New York. 66 A Comedy Dream Murry K. Hill It would be difficult to find a more nonsensical lot of matter than Mr. Hill repeats for this Record. It includes some of the brightest and best things picked from his several vaudeville acts. Features of "A Comedy Dream" are a funny recitation entitled, "A Court Room Scene" and a snappy song, giving the translation of a French bill of fare that he met in a restaurant. Orchestra accompaniment. Original sketch, not published. 67 Sing Me to Sleep Miss Chapman and Mr. Anthony This ballad, with its beautiful lines and sweet melody, is of the better class. The entire song is here given as a duet for soprano and tenor. A feature is the cadenza at the finish. The selection introduces a new artist in Miss Chapman, whose beautiful voice will win instant favor with owners of Edison Phonographs. Orchestra accompaniment. Music, Edwin Greene ; words, Clifton Bingham ; publisher, G. Schirmer, Jr., New York. 68 I Love My Love, Waltz American Symphony Orchestra A new waltz that in style and construction is like the popular French waltzes. It is the latest hit in Paris. It is introduced in "The Girls from Gottenberg," the musical play that has been presented for so long a time at the Knickerbocker Theatre, New York. Composer, Ivan Caryll; publishers, Chappell & Co., New York. 69 A Picture of Long Ago Ada Jones and Len Spencer A vaudeville sketch in which Samantha and Hezekiah indulge in reminiscences of byegone days. Samantha finds an old hymn book in the garret and, while playing one of the hymns