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The Song the Kettle is Singing
The Song the Kettle is Singing (in a dear little place called home) - written and composed by Worton David and Lawrence Wright - sung with enormous success by Miss Florrie Forde and Miss Dora Lyric. A housewife wistfully hears the songs of the soldiers (including her own man at the front) in the whistle of the steaming kettle on the range.
circa 1916
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Media ID 23275348
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Gary Tann Collection
Called Composed Composer Composers Cooker Dear Dora Florrie Forde Kettle Lawrence Lyric Missing Patriotic Patriotism Performers Range Sheet Singers Singing Song Sung Whistle Wright Writers Written Miss Worton
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In the heart of the early 20th century, during the tumultuous period of the First World War, the melodic tones of a beloved song echoed through the homes of many, bringing comfort and solace to those longing for their loved ones at the front. The Song the Kettle is Singing, written and composed by Worton David and Lawrence Wright, became an instant hit, with Miss Florrie Forde and Miss Dora Lyric delivering enchanting performances that captivated audiences in music halls across the land. The image captures a poignant moment in the daily life of a housewife, as she stands by her range, the steam from the kettle rising in the background. Her gaze is fixed on the whistling kettle, her expression thoughtful and wistful. The song of the soldiers, including her own beloved, seems to resonate through the very whistle of the kettle, a poignant reminder of the sacrifices being made on the Western Front. The Song the Kettle is Singing served as a powerful symbol of patriotism and unity during a time of great turmoil. Its lyrics spoke of the longing for a 'dear little place called home,' and the hope that the war would soon come to an end. The image of the kettle whistling, with its connection to the soldiers at the front, became a powerful and enduring symbol of the war effort, and the song itself became a source of comfort and strength for those left behind. This evocative photograph, from the Mary Evans Picture Library/Gary Tann Collection, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of longing, hope, and resilience. The Song the Kettle is Singing remains a poignant reminder of the human spirit's ability to find solace and strength in the most unexpected of places.
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