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The recently knighted comedian shared his revelations on love and peace. He encouraged the audience to join him in songs such as "There is Somebody Waiting for Me," by saying "Go ahead, lads, take the roof off - the house now belongs to me." He turns his back to the audience to show off his bandy legs throughout the piece. He sang a multitude of songs including "I Know a Lessie Out in Ohio," "O'er the Hill to Ardentiny," and many more. His depiction of an old man singing a love song about his youth in "When I Was Twenty-one" brought back memories for both Sir Harry and the audience. He ended his act, joined by the audience, singing "The Star-Spangled Banner."
Sir Harry received great ovation from the audience, many of whom were from abroad.
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The Washington Post (11/01/1921)