Edison Diamond Disc Record, "Gasoline Gus and His Jitney Bus" / "Aunt Dinah's Golden Wedding," 1915
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Artifact Overview
Jitneys were illegal taxis or buses that were not licensed to carry paying passengers. This humorous account of a Jitney driver was performed by Billy Murray, a popular recording artist in the early 20th century. About 1920, the Victor Company stated that, through his recordings, Murray's was likely the most familiar voice in the world!
Artifact Details
Artifact
Phonograph record
Date Made
21 June 1915
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Diamond disc record manufactured by Thomas A. Edison, Inc.; "Gasoline Gus and His Jitney Bus" sung by Billy Murray and "Aunt Dinah's Golden Wedding" performed by Empire Vaudeville Company.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2004.0.24.137
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Condensite (Plastic)
Paper (Fiber product)
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Diameter: 10 in
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