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Monday, April 9, 2012

Bing Crosby and Mrs. Murphy's Overalls!

Shillelaghs and Shamrocks, by Bing Crosby ( Decca Records, $1, with some scratches)

I have always loved Bing Crosby, so I really liked this record. But I LOVED his rendition of a song from the 1890s, "Who Threw the Overalls in Mrs. Murphy's Chowder?"  Poor woman, she cooked up a wonderful chowder for St. Patrick's Day, only to find, after everyone had eaten, a pair of overalls at the bottom of her kettle! 

She faints. Her husband yells. The guests all claim their innocence. Her husband yells some more. Chaos reigns, and I couldn't stop laughing.

If you want to join in the fun, the record is in the back room, avail. 4/11th.