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| Clarence Williams Says He Invented The Boop Before Helen Kane[1] |
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Clarence Williams barks at Helen Kane. He gives court proof of "Boops" origin.
The terms of jazz rightfully the property of the Race have been dignified in the courts of the realm since Helen Kane's "Boop-Boop-a-Doop" suit before Justice Edward J. McGoldrick in the supreme court last week introduced "hot licks" as evidence.
None other than the famous Clarence Williams, was the executor of the "hot licks" in the show which took place in court. Williams of course, hails from New Orleans, and married to Miss Eva Taylor, the radio songster. He appeared as witness for the defense.
"Now, don't sing, but just illustrate to his honor some 'hot licks' you did in 1915," instructed Louis Phillips, counsel for Paramount-Publix.
Williams hesitated a moment and wrinkled his brow. Then he started tapping his foot. The audience laughed.
"Wha-Da-Da-De," exclaimed Williams, forgetting the admonition against the use of his voice. The foot tapping continued at a faster tempo. "Sha-Da-Deda-Boo-Boo-Pa-Doo," said Williams.
Justice McGoldrick held up his hand, indicating that he had enough. But Williams didn't see see the signal, kept his feet going and "hot licked" the sounds.
He was "going to town." When he was through Williams beamed and explained that he had invented the "hot licks" in 1915. He had "to do something" when his musical ideas ran dry, he said.