B1 Vintage Original 1919 Sheet Music – “Don’t Cry Frenchy, Don’t Cry”
Words by Joe Young & Sam M. Lewis
Music by Walter Donaldson
Published by Waterson, Berlin & Snyder Co., New York
This is an authentic, 105-year-old piece of antique sheet music from the World War I era. Illustrated front cover by Barbelle. A beautiful and emotional WWI sentimental song, highly collectible due to its age, historical value, and famous composer.
Condition
• Overall good condition for its age.
• Some expected edge wear, small tears, and discoloration consistent with over a century of storage.
• All pages intact.
• No major damage; suitable for collectors, framing, or historical archives.
This sheet music has been well-preserved, with normal signs of age that add to its authenticity and charm.
Why It’s Valuable
• Printed in 1919 — over 105 years old.
• Features cover art by well-known illustrator Barbelle.
• Collectible WWI-era sentimental music.
• Original first edition from a major publisher of the era.
A wonderful piece for collectors of:
✔ WWI memorabilia
✔ Early 20th-century American music
✔ Walter Donaldson compositions
✔ Antique sheet music
✔ Vintage illustrated covers