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Sir Harry Lauder
 
Now largely forgotten, in the early to mid 1900's Sir Harry Lauder was one of the most famous entertainers in the world. A gifted singer, songwriter and comedian, he sold millions of recordings and filled theatres all over the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and the USA.

Harry Lauder was knighted by King George in 1919.
Sticks and Canes
 
This is an attempt at creating an inventory of Harry Lauder's collection of canes, crops and crooked sticks.
Theatre Programs and Playbills
 
A selection of theatre programs and playbills from Harry Lauder's tours of England, Canada and the USA.
Lauder Ha' Auction Catalogue
  When Harry died in 1950 he left his estate to his niece Greta.  When she died in 1966, the home and its contents were sold.
Harry's Homes
  An inventory of homes occupied by Harry Lauder, from his birth in 1870 to his death in 1950.
Harry At Home
  Some images of the interior of Lauder Ha', Sir Harry Lauder's mansion near Glasgow.
John Lauder
  Sir Harry's only child, John Lauder was killed in the First World War. Harry never fully recovered from the loss.
Film Inventory
  Sir Harry appeared in dozens of films and newsreels during the "silent" and "sound" era.
Images
  A selection of images ... in character, out of character, and some contemporary caricatures.
Friends and Visitors
  Harry made many friends during his long career, including Charlie Chaplin, Winston Churchill, kings and presidents.
Books
  A list of Lauder biographies, auto-biographies and songbooks.
Signatures and Autographs
  Photos and autograph pages with "Lauder" signatures appear frequently on eBay and elsewhere.  Here are some examples.
Archival Film Footage
  Two short "news clips" featuring Harry Lauder and his wife.
Biographies
  A selection of Harry Lauder on-line biographies.
Books online
  Several of Sir Harry's book are available online for reading or downloading, courtesy of the Gutenberg Project.
The Family Connection
  How my family, the Vallances, are related to Harry Lauder.
Lady Nance (Vallance) Lauder
  Photographs and biography.
Tom and Harry Vallance
  Harry's manager and chauffeur.
James Dunlop Vallance
  My grandfather visits Lauder Ha'