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The act was nine minutes long.
Adeline Francis calls herself “The Graphophone Girl” and performs with the help of her phonograph which she calls “sister.” Before she begins, she notes that the records she will play were made by recording herself in different voices. Miss Francis then begins a conversation “with” the machine, which is perfectly timed. She also sings.
Her Irish brogue during the "Sweeney" number was good and the number was particularly well-timed. Moving forward, the machine should have an even larger role in the act. Miss Francis would do well in an early spot on big time bills."There is plenty of leeway for good press material in an act of this sort."
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Variety Vol. 25:12 (02/24/1912)