See more ideas about autograph books, autograph, vintage. Elsie dinsmore, first edition abebooks passion for books. She published various books including a collection of poems, a memoir of her time with the troops in 1919, and an autobiography. Shop for signed photos, autographs and other autographed items related to janis joplin. X rays of miss janis show that her most serious injury consists of a broken collar bone and cuts about the face and. March 1919 would be the last formal acoustic recordings made by elsie janis, with smiles and darktown strutters ball being issued.
Elsie at home by finley, martha and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Biography elsie janis ohio state university libraries. My six months with the american expeditionary forces. With 24 tracks, sweetheart of the aef features the almostcomplete acousticera output of elsie janis, a star of the stage who took her act to the soldiers on the. I was able to track down the family and returned the autograph book to them. Turning to writing stories for young people as a means of supporting herself after a serious injury, finley sold more books than any. This boxed set of the popular fiction books for girls includes the first 4 titles in the series. Jan 12, 2017 i have an autograph signed by stevie ray vaughn himself when he landed at auckland nzs international airport for his concert the year he so tragically died in the airplane accident us. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone. The cover is a full page image of elsie janis in the slim princess.
During world war i, vaudeville star elsie janis travelled to france to. Spanky mcfarland autograph photo signed our gang you are bidding on an autographed 5x7 promo photo signed by spanky mcfarland our gang photograph in excellent condition. Her narrative of these experiences appeared in her book the big show, a story enlivened by descriptive details and humor. The original elsie dinsmore collection, volumes 18 by martha finley. With 24 tracks, sweetheart of the aef features the almostcomplete acousticera output of elsie janis, a star of the stage who took her act to the soldiers on the front lines in world war i. It held vintage photos many autographed by famous vaudevillians. Cover illustration by archie gunn, the famous british magazine illustrator, of elsie janis in the slim princess.
The elsie janis memorabilia collection news wvu libraries. She wrote and produced the musical elsie janis and her gang employing former soldiers in roles. Elsie janis, stage and radio star, is less seriously injured than first be lieved, according to her physician at the grasslands hospital, valhalla, new york. The library began actively collecting wwi books during the war, and has built a rich collection of titles over the last 100 years. Backstreet boys 1999 tour book 20 photo pages new unopened. Elsie dinsmore series in order martha finley fictiondb.
Buy a cheap copy of elsies new life book by martha finley. Other than sentimental value, is there a monetary value. Reading my favorite role was cindy in the lady and the slipper. Janis grabbed the coke out of her hand, took a sip, spit it out and said wheres the jack daniels. Elsie dinsmore by martha finley and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. In the third book of martha finleys muchloved elsie dinsmore series, elsies life is traced from the tender age of 12 or to the mature age of 21. My good friend of the elsie janis days was pretty upset too, thinking how. Elsie is sweet and innocent and very naive about the world. Elsie is a literary agent, which is unfortunate because elsie doesnt like anything about her job, neither the writers nor the books they write. Use keywords to find the autograph you are looking for. Etsy has thousands of handcrafted and vintage products that perfectly fit what youre searching for. It was a long road to stardom for pidgeon, who began as a singer in the early 1920s before breaking out once and for. Childhood memories return with longlost autograph books. We currently have 114 books by this author in stock.
Sweetheart of the aef comes with a lavishly illustrated, 24page fullcolor booklet with notes and scholarship by our late friend and collaborator, allen g. Elsie janis born elsie bierbower, march 16, 1889 february 26, 1956 was an american singer, songwriter, actress, and screenwriter. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The original elsie dinsmore collection, volumes 18. Martha finley 18281909, the daughter of a presbyterian minister, was a school teacher and author of numerous articles, essays, and books, the most wellknown being the 28 volumes of her elsie dinsmore series. Elsie janis was an american singer, songwriter, actress, and screenwriter. Discover all the extraordinary items our community of craftspeople have to offer and find the perfect gift for your loved one or yourself. The sweetheart of the american expeditionary force history. My six months with the american expeditionary forces and so far, so good. Elsie at home by martha finley abebooks passion for books. Entertaining the troops during world war i immortalized her as the sweetheart of the aef american expeditionary force. Daily news newspaper september 7, 1946, huntingdon, pennsylvania hollywood among the many notables in attendance at a recent formal dinner party in of blonde is one of filmdoms tallest feet seven inches she hollywood were actor craig stevens right and his actress wife alexis smith have become a star of ballet if she had not given up a dancing career to whoare seen chatting with a friend. Authentic janis autographs are extremely rare, while fakes abound. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
Buy a cheap copy of elsie s new life book by martha finley. Her life is not all sunshine and roses, but she is secure in the love of the lord and her family. Ohioan elsie janis on the stage and in the trenches physical exhibition shown in the philip sills exhibit hall, the william oxley thompson memorial library, the ohio state university libraries, 6 january 14 april 2003. The show was adapted from a story by george ade, longtime broadway producer.
My six months with the american expeditionary forces janis, elsie on. Aug 03, 2014 biography of walter pidgeon, best remembered as greer garsons costar in eight films including mrs. Autographed note, signed elsie janis sweetheart of the aef. Not only is it the recordings but the lovingly created books that attach.
The delivery date is not guaranteed until you have checked out using an instant payment method. His daughter, anna 19001988, was a soprano and voice instructor. She signed her first contract as an adult with the great producer charles. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. Elsie dinsmore, first edition abebooks shop for books. The writings of world war one, we offer some wwirelated book recommendations from library staff. I have an autograph signed by stevie ray vaughn himself when. Elsie goes to vist her fathers aunt, but while there, arther, her cousin makes up a sheme that will free him from a debt, but that will forever ruin and disgrace elsie s life. From 1915 to 1919, she appeared in six silent films with credit given for the screenplay in all except one. Her father, a railroad worker, died in the influenza epidemic of 1918. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book. Elsie dinsmore boxed set by martha finley, other format. Sincerely elsie janis american singer, songwriter, actress and screenwriter, elsie janis, was born elsie bierbower in marion county, ohio, in 1889.
Elsie returned to america and slowed down her whirlwind life. Checklist elsie janis ohio state university libraries. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. X rays of miss janis show that her most serious injury consists of a broken collar bone and cuts about the face and body. If you are looking for a specific book which we do not have in stock, then please get in touch and well let you know just as soon as it comes in. Helen steiner rice may 19, 1900 april 23, 1981 was an american writer of religious and inspirational poetry helen steiner was born in lorain, ohio on may 19, 1900. Elsies girlhood has been my favourite out of the first four books with the first book coming in a close second. Martin asked for an autograph for her sister, and janis waited while she located a pen and paper. Martha finley 1828 1909 was a remarkable women whose quiet christian life has influenced many. Mar 02, 2012 decades old autograph books filled with charming verses lead a couple on an adventure to return the treasures to their owner. This is a rare fourpage advertising herald flyer promoting the oneweek. Grace larue 18821956 was an american actress, singer, and vaudeville headliner.
To accompany our exhibition in the peluso family exhibition gallery, from the western front and beyond. This followed with tours in the united states from 1923 to 1925. Clothbound autograph book with the word albumn embossed in gold on cover, 7 12 x 4 34 in. The george and anna hamlin papers, dating from 1868 to 1983, document the careers of both vocalists through clippings, diaries, autograph books, programs, publicity materials, scores, photographs, and correspondence. The passing show elsie janis, basil hallam palaeophonics 127. Decades old autograph books filled with charming verses lead a couple on an adventure to return the treasures to their owner. The complete series list for elsie dinsmore martha finley. The verso is signed by elsie janis 18891956 was an american singer, songwriter, actress, and screenwriter. Janis began performing on stage when she was 5 years old. Amazon rewards visa signature cards store card amazon business card. Elsie and ethelred are not particularly happy people. Elsie janis 18891956, born elsie jane bierbower to jennie and john.
This is not a preprint, it is an authentic in person signed photo. Canada archeophone 50, recorded 191219 plus a live performance from c. Brooks is a third generation resident of north versailles township in pennsylvania. Elsie s girlhood has been my favourite out of the first four books with the first book coming in a close second. Elsie janis photograph signed overseas travel, photograph, actresses, fotografie, female. Janis only appearance in a sound film was women in war 1940. Jul 16, 2018 i have several vintage autograph books that ive purchased over the years. Biography of walter pidgeon, best remembered as greer garsons costar in eight films including mrs. I have an autograph signed by stevie ray vaughn himself when he landed at auckland nzs international airport for his concert the year he so tragically died in the airplane accident us.
Elsie dinsmore posted on september 29, 2014 by susangabriella recently ive begun pulling books from my bookshelves, putting them in two separate pilesthe sell on amazon pile, and the get rid of pile. Elsies endless wait book 1, elsies impossible choice book 2, elsies new life book 3, elsies stolen heart book 4. Noble performed in programs with many notable entertainers including elsie janis. Elsies friends at woodburn, christmas with grandma elsie, elsie and the raymonds, elsie yachting with the raymonds, elsies vacation, and elsie at viamede. Our photos are printed in a professional photo lab on high grade photographic paper. Shes the mother of two grown children and grandmother to four grandchildren. Elsies world is so long ago and so different from my own world. Ethelred is a crime writer who cannot seem to write. Elsie s world is so long ago and so different from my own world. Aunt chloe said, oh, miss rose, its true he nearly killed that child with his hardness, all the time thinking he was doing right. Elsie goes to vist her fathers aunt, but while there, arther, her cousin makes up a sheme that will free him from a debt, but that will forever ruin and disgrace elsies life. To the constituents, families, and friends of the 18th congressional district, we welcome you to get to know the representative that desires to fight for our voices.
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