DETROIT JEWISH CHRONICLE and The Legal Chronicle

Friday, November 15, 1946.

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Michael Edwards

... personality of the week

THE NEW YORK PRESS
SAYS .. .

NICK KENNY

(New York Mirror)

"Imagine a younger edi-
tion of Ronald Colman of
the films, with a thrilling
baritone voice like that of
John Charles Thomas, and
you have handsome
Michael Edwards of the
Diamond Horseshoe. The
movie scouts must be blind
not to see his possibilities."

ROBERT W. DANA

(New York World
Telegram)

"Michael Edwards does
a wonderful job with the
prologue to Pagliacci."

VIRGINIA FORBES

C-h-a-t-t-e-r

In the afternoon, at a cocktail lounge, business, dinner, or date,
men should be immaculately goomed at all times. It's surprisin
g
how many fellows will criticize female dress and hardly give their
personal wardrobe a thought. Many of you will say men's fashions
don't change. However, I am here to refute that very wrong
opinion with the proof.

For example, take yourself. Are you the sports enthusiast, or
maybe the playboy, or then again just the hard working Joe?
Whatever the case may be, dress with understanding. One can
improve his appearance a hundred fold. Each year, several
millions are spent on ideas that take form in men's attire. In
fact, did you know that there happens to be just as many
fashion designers for men's clothes as women's?
Today, style is the thing. Many points are to be considered
when adding to a wardrobe, some being: 1. The type you are,
tall, medium or short in stature and build. 2. Your coloring,
light or dark. 3. What clothes suit your particular ty . 4. The
colors that do most for you. Then you are ready tP
k around.

"Our candidate for the
best singing lead." "Superb
baritone."

GEAN ORLIN

(Gotham Life)

January, 1946—'evening'

The scene: "Billy Rose's Diamond Horseshoe"

We went down many stairs and entered the lounge of the club. Lights
blazing, wraps off and then we were seated. Gowns and uniforms whirl-
ing on the dance floor. The music, torrid rhumba rhythms, played low
and exciting. Orders given, waiters cleared tables and word got around
that it was showtime.
The show was the "Gay Nineties Review"; and this was a very special
night for me. You see, I was the guest of Michael Edwards' parents,
and Michael was the star baritone of the show. We had flown in from
Detroit to catch the show and although I had known the Cowan's for
several years, I had never met Mike,
Oh, I'd heard all of the splendid things he'd done, getting the scholar.
ship to the Chicago Musical College and then winning the Atwater•Kent
contest for Michigan and the Midwest. Then a stint in the Detroit Civic
Opera, some plays with the late Jessie Bonstelle, and later a tour through
South America where he won top honors in some of the smarter supper
clubs.
Back in the States once again, Michael was signed by Sigmund Romberg
to appear in several of his operettas, and on his concert tour was featured
vocalist.
Now I was going to meet him in person. He came to our table and
the first thing I noticed was his fascinating personality and erect carriage
(so much like his dad's). We didn't have much time for introductions
as it was time for the show.
Looking very handsome in tux and with a warm smile for everyone, he
sang in his rich and mellow baritone. The lights took on a different
hue and with Fritzie Scheff in long white gown looking at Michail, and
Michael, his eyes on his mother and dad, sang "I'll See You Again,"
with a pride and admiration that can't be equaled. His folks, so full of
emotion, the tears couldn't be held back (I couldn't hold them back
either). There is an evening I'll never forget.
Michael is in town this week with his wife Harriet, staying at the
home of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. I. Cowan of Edison avenue.

Hedy Lamarr says: "The
first things I notice in a
man is his taste in clothes,
then his personality and
manner."

"Michael Edwards, whose
excellent baritone voice is
a delight to listen to."

LEE MORTIMER

(New York Mirror)

"Michael Edwards ..
top drawer."

Jack Benny and William Powell, two well known fellows in the
world of the cinema, arc very clothes conscious, as you can plainly
see. These Beau Brummels have definite ideas on grooming, and
at all times you will find them well attired, no matter what the
occasion.

When the lady wants to
fix your tie or help you
with your coat, don't be
one of those persons who
exhibit rather bored and
"leave me alone" expres•
sions.

She wants you to look
your best at all times and
insc,..
1 of that scowl, a
smile and a thank you are
in order.

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