8. The Short Cut To The Rosses. Nora Hopper. Mrs. Chesson. (lyrics pasted on page)

File — Box: 3

Scope and Contents

From the Sub-Series:

The lyric book is a small black notebook containing lyrics for songs performed by McCormack in concert. McCormack used the book as a prop while performing and to help him remember the lyrics of the songs. There are a total of 72 leaves, including one that is loosely placed in between two bound-in leaves. Some lyrics are typescript, some have handwritten annotations (likely McCormack’s), and some are exclusively handwritten.

Dates

Creation: circa 1900-1938

Creator

From the Collection: McCormack, John, 1884-1945 (Person)
From the Collection: Manning, Frederick M., 1938-1999 (Person)

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

Primarily English with some French, Japanese, and Chinese.

Access Note

Collection is open for research. Some audio materials may not be available immediately for use as they will require reformatting; please contact the Burns Library in advance for access to audio materials. McCormack's sheet music cabinet is not available for access at this time due to structural instability.