William Shakespeare Hays Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE HAYS
Born: July 19, 1837 in Louisville, Kentucky
Died: July 23, 1907 in Louisville, Kentucky
Biography
William Shakespeare Hays (1837-1907), was given his middle name as a nickname in his youth. He later added it legally. Hays published three volumes of poetry, and wrote 350 songs, selling over 20 million copies to become one of the most successful lyricists of the 19th century. His songs were diverse, ranging from hymns to minstrel tunes. Hays claimed to have written "Dixie," a credit usually assigned to Dan Emmett, and although both songwriters had supporters, Hays was never able to document his claim.
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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE HAYS - AUTOGRAPH LYRICS SIGNED - HFSID 250807Autograph lyrics signed by Will S. Hays feature a quotation from the 1872 song "Mollie Darling." The signed card includes the lines, "Do you love me Mollie, darling/Let the answer be a Kiss." Hays was a notable 19th-century lyricist.Price: $500.00
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WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE HAYS - PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED - HFSID 250806Carte de visite photograph signed on the mount as "Will S. Hays". William Shakespeare Hays (1837-1907) was a successful 19th-century lyricist known for publishing poetry and writing numerous songs, claiming authorship of "Dixie."
Sale Price $745.00
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