Because of my voice, speaking words which had been carefully chosen, women had used money they had set aside for other purposes to buy war bonds.

And when all is said and done, there is no greater success in the world than just being happy.

I sometimes get that wonderful sympathy between me and the audience, telling me I've reached their hearts. And when I do, the thrill is mine.

I learn my songs by ear.

Every small town has its dramatic group, its barber-shop quartet, every home has music in one form or another.

after several months of probation work, standing on my feet some ten to twelve hours a day, I decided that as a nurse I was a pretty good entertainer.

I am harder on myself than anyone else could be.