The Suffrage Song Book: Original Songs, Parodies and Paraphrases, adapted to Popular Melodies
A publication from Topeka, Kansas, The Suffrage Song Book: Original Songs, Parodies and Paraphrases, Adapted to Popular Melodies was created by Henry W. Roby and published in 1909. By taking the ideals of the women's suffrage movement and setting them to the music of a variety of popular songs, Roby’s parodies are not only informative but catchy examples of some of the messaging used in the fight for women’s rights.
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Selections from The Suffrage Song Book: Original Songs, Parodies and Paraphrases, adapted to Popular Melodies
Top Left: "Dare You Do It?" - Lyrics intended for use with Battle Hymn of the Republic
Top Right: "Good News, Ladies" - Lyrics intended for use with Good-night, Ladies
Bottom Left: "Madmen or Fools" - Lyrics intended for use with Auld Lang Syne
Bottom Right: "Woman" - Lyrics intended for use with America