I told you in the latest Paper Lantern Writers Q&A that I inherited the scrapbooks, photographs, recordings, and so much more belonging to vaudevillian and Okeh recording artist Elsie Clark.
So here’s the proof. These are just a few photos of Elsie’s career in vaudeville, but I think you get the picture…
Publicity Photo #1 – A Study in Sepia
Publicity photo #2 – Same day, same dress, but a Profile in Color
Elsie on the street in front of a Pantages Theatre somewhere in the American West (or Western Canada)
Elsie and friend in a theater alleyway
Elsie Clark and her husband Nelson Story ~ Together they performed as The Two Storys
Elsie and Nelson having fun at the beach (and check out Elsie’s T-Strap shoes!)
And finally, for today, Elsie and Nelson hitting the road
Hi,
I’m Beth Petty and Director at the Hank Williams Museum in Montgomery, AL.
I am doing a piece on the song “Lovesick Blues”.
Elsie Clark recorded this song first on March 21, 1922.
I have the 78 RPM of this recording.
Hank Williams recorded this in 1949. He is featured in my piece that I’m working on as the 5th to record “Lovesick Blues”.
Do you happen to have anything about Elsie Clark that I can use in my blurb?
The piece is called the “Evolution of Lovesick Blues”. I do have all 5 78’s.
Elsie Clark, Jack Shea, Emmett Miller and Rex Griffin are the first 4 artists to record the song.
I would like to hear from you.
With Best Wishes and Warm Regards,
Beth Petty
Hi Beth…
Isn’t it amazing how many artists can explore the same music and lyrics?
Let me dig into my archives and see what I can find. I hope to get back to you soon.
Ana.