The Edison phonograph monthly (Jan-Dec 1913)

12 EDISON PHONOGRAPH MONTHLY, JUNE, 1913 TWO POPULAR ARTISTS IN THIS have not heard her> y°u are undoubtedly aware of LJgT the fact that she holds a unique position in the esteem of the public. There is no denying the fact Harry Lauder triat she is the most gifted composer and songstress ONE must go back to the days of Albert Chevalier and his coster songs to find a parallel to the phenomenal success which Lauder has achieved. He started his career as a boy in a coal-pit and has won his way to the top of the ladder by sheer grit and talent. In September, 1908, he appeared before King Edward. Andrew Carnegie is another of his admirers. In London he is, and has been for several years, the popular idol, and can fill two or three theatres in a single evening by merely appearing for fifteen or twenty minutes in each. His vogue in the United States is hardly ess marked. He has appeared in this country several times and has left the public humming his tuneful ditties with a warm spot in their hearts for "the greatest living character singer." He is an cptimist and paints life as a jolly business. There is not an ounce of cynicism in him. As you listen to him sing, or watch his antics on the stage you find something rising inside you that warms you, and exhilarates and mellows you. It is the very essence of good humor — the sweetness and light of life. He Makes you feel that life is glorious and well worth living. His recent performances are said to constitute his farewell trip in America, for he has decided to retire from the stage. The six Records which we bring out with this list are among his best: — 1817 "She's My Daisy" 1818 "Good-bye Till We Meet Again" 1819 "Just a Wee Deoch and Doris" 1820 "It's Nice When You Love a Wee Lassie" 1821 "I Love a Lassie" 1822 "A Wee Hoose 'mang the Heather" Irene Franklin HAVE you heard Irene Franklin? If so, commendation is unnecessary, and you will realize the importance of the four delightful Records by her, announced in this issue. If you in the comedy line in vaudeville to-day. Herversatility is certainly unequaled, while her pathc is as touching as her comedy is laughable. One only needs to hear her, to weep and laugh alternately. She enters into her songs with a wholehearted, spirited and appreciative understanding of the character she portrays. She really enjoys herself in aptly personifying different people and she brings out their foibles and follies, their glees and their misfortunes as skillfully as if she were the real person represented. Her songs captivate the ear, and take deep hold of the sensibilities and affections; so much so, that her audiences arc held spellbound while she sings, and then grow hilarious with applause when she finishes. She has been a head liner" for a number of seasons and bids fair to hold her prestige against all rivals. Here are four Records that will inevitably be big sellers: — 1813 "I've Got the Mumps" 1814 "The Talkative Waitress" 1815 "I Want to Be a Janitor's Child" 1816 "I'm A-Bringing Up the Family" Be sure to stock up with these. They will be in great demand this summer. Nothing better to take to the seashore or mountains. SPRING TONIC SPRING, gentle spring, is tapping at the door in our northern States. Soon we'll open wide the door and admit her and then signalize the occasion by taking good doses of "spring tonic" in such shape as we believe best fitted to our systems. Why not apply a little spring tonic to your Phonograph business. It's the first spring season you have ever had such an excellent Record to offer as the Blue Amberol. The Diamond Point Reproducer is also a new spring proposition. There are other Edison spring tonics. Just a little more energy, a little more enthusiasm infused into your work will tone \ip your whole business system.