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Singing and comic dialogue.
Coral Melnotte, formerly of Norton and Melnotte, and Edna Leedum, formerly of Edmunds and Leedum, have formed a double "sister" turn that presents good looks and dressing with liveliness of numbers as the basis for a standard vaudeville act. The girls create a favorable impression immediately upon their entrance, in tasteful clothes and contrasted appearance. Miss Melnotte is a brunette and Miss Leedum a blonde. They sing five or six songs with some talk and a dance at the finish. There is but one solo number, by Miss Leedum, who leans toward a comedy vein, but appears to be a bit frightened just now to extend herself in it. She may safely try for more comedy as what little is done goes over easily. Both the girls are animated and don't let down, with Miss Melnotte particularly noticeable for animation when working. Their songs are of a popular brand, with a couple having double versions that sound written for them, especially the "Com On, Papa" number. They followed this with what seemed a specialized "Rock-a-Bye Baby" song for them. It's a good double sister turn, for besides what may be said in their favor, they have an air of proper decorum upon the stage that will get them the favor of the women as easily as they will win over the men in the audience.
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Variety, 53:10 (01/31/1919)