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This auction will feature an extensive offering of gum, candy, and soda advertising and collectibles, in addition to classic slot machines and other coin-operated machines. Vintage American advertising, toys, and games will also be included. We will round out the sale with fine antiques, silver, and decorative art from a Chicago estate, including a large Tiffany & Co. sterling trophy. Potter & Potter Auctions info@potterauctions.com
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Quartet of Early 20th Century "Chocolate" Music Compositions.
Lot 318

Quartet of Early 20th Century "Chocolate" Music Compositions.

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Quartet of Early 20th Century "Chocolate" Music Compositions. V.p., early 20th century. All with illustrated covers, including the following titles:

Shoe Shine Boy. New York: Mills Music Publishers, 1936. Featured in the musical revue Connie’s Hot Chocolates of 1936. Lyrics by Sammy Cahn and music composition by Saul Chaplin.

Ain't Misbehavin'. New York: Mills Music Publishers, 1929. featured in the musical revue Connie’s Hot Chocolates of 1936. Score by Thomas "Fats" Waller and Harry Brooks; lyrics by Andy Razaf. 

The Chocolate Soldier. 1908. Composed by Oscar Straus.   

Chocolate Drops. A Darktown Improbability.  New York: Harry Von Tilzer Music Publishing Co, 1902. 

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Inked marginalia present; toning and discoloration to covers; wear throughout. 

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