George Elrick 1941

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No titles. Commentator introduces "The smiling voice of radio, George Elrick and his Band".

Bandleader George Elrick introduces the band as they play 'All Those In Favour Of Swing Say "Aye"' (?). He sings his intro "as president of the Elrick Swingaroos" and introduces 'Miss Conway', a glamorous...

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Ron / Sarah
Stock:
Black & White
Sound:
Sound
Media URN:
83564
Sort Number:
Turns 09 G
Time in/Out:
01:11:35:00 / 01:14:39:00
Canister:
Turns Can 9 G
Film ID:
2887.04
Issue Date:
22/12/1941

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