Schumann-Heink, Ernestine, 1861-1936

Born in Austria in 1861, the well-known opera singer Madame Schumann-Heink performed in the great opera houses of Germany, England and America. She became a naturalized citizen of the U.S. in 1905, toured widely in this country, and was very active during World War I performing for U.S. servicemen. In later years she made numerous radio broadcasts and appeared in the 1935 movie Here's to romance. She died in Hollywood in 1936.

From the description of Ernestine Schumann-Heink collection, [182-]-1952 (bulk 1894-1936). (Claremont Colleges Library). WorldCat record id: 58452578

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