The Washington times., 1938-07-19

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M'ADOO LIKES WALTZ
Another gentleman whose
choice in music bellies his cold,
considered statements in the
halls of Congress, is Senator
William Gibbs McAdoo. His
favorite music is the waltz. And
his favorite waltz is "Vilya,' the
warm and ingratiating tune
from the Merry Widow"
And, incidentally, it might
well be said in passing, that
Senator McAdoo is probably
the best waltzer in congressional
circles. Back in the days be-
fore the war, he was voted the
best dancer Of the then popular
tango, and his reputation is
maintained today by his adept
ness at the waltz.
One Of the more interesting
things in the effect of music
on the legislators from Capitol
Hill is that it can do what no
colleague can. It can get them
to yield the floor!
WHEN CONNALLY YIELDS
During hotly contested Sen
ate debates, Senator Connally,
of Texas, will take a back seat
for no man, But let a vocalist
step on the floor to sing Home
On the Range" and the SEN
ator will scurry to his table to
give the rendition his full at
tention.
Speaking of singers, some Of
the legislators like to do a bit
Of vocalizing on their own. They
won't take the spotlight for it,
but Representative John j.
OConnor, for example, will
softly sing the words to what
ever tune is being played.
with a particular delight if the
tune is when Irish Eyes Are
Smiling"
Senator Robert Rice Reynolds,
OF North Carolina, shows his
loyalty by demanding a South
ern accent in his music. A never
failing favorite of his asks, "Is
1t True What They Say About
Dixie" Senator Bob" will give
the song his undivided attention
and then nod in vigorous assent.
The lovely Corinne Griffith,
now wife Of George Marshall,
Capital sportsman, will always
cast her vote for "Swanee
River" particularly if soft lights
are part of the accompaniment.
BY the way, Mrs. Marshall has
written the words to the official
Redskin March, of which I had
the honor Of composing the
music.
M'INTYRE'S FAVORITE
Mrs. Jacob Leander Loose has
a conventional choice as q favor
ite tune. But it's an odd choice
when considered in relation to
her wealth and position. She en-
joys dancing to the strains of
Make Believe"
Marvin Mcintyre, of the
White House staff, doesn't leave
the political arena entirely out
side the supper clubs doors
when he chooses his request
number. His favorite remains
the campaign song Of 1892,
Happy Days Are Here Again"
However, no political signifi.
cance can be attached to the
choice of Senator Radcliffe of
Maryland. He prefers "Only a
Rose from "Vagabond King"
And If you try to find an ulterior
reason for the choice, he'll turn
you back with the information
that he liked the piece to the
extent of seeing the show nine
times.
WINDSORS' PREFERENCE
But speaking Of the interna.
tional side of the Capitals after
dark picture, I shouldn't forget
Cornelius Vanderbilt's informa-
tion, purveyed on his last visit
to our supper club.
According to the Vanderbilt
scion, the favorite Of the Duke
and Duchess of Windsor is the
significantly titled piece,
There's a Small Hotel"
Other notableS and their "a
vorite numbers, are as follows:
Mr.. and Mrs. James Roose.
welt, "Loch Lomond."
Senator and Mrs. La Toilette,
"On Wisconsin"
Commissioner Hazen, "tast
Roundup"
Mr.. and Mrs. "Chip" Robert,
Pardon My Southern Accent"
Mr.. and Mrs. "Bucky" Har.
ris, "Toy Trumpet
Washington, with it's official
dignity that could give an ex-
cuse to a slightly stuffy and
bored with all air, is really a
community Of people that seem
sincerely enthusiastic and gay at
twilight in this night spot Of the
country.
P. s. The regular man who
sits in his corner Andy
Kelley goes for Noel Cow
ards compositions and so