Their first engagement was with the May Howard Company in 1899; it was during this season that George Primrose heard of them, and made arrangements for the boys to join Primrose and Dockstader’s Minstrels, which they did at Atlantic City, N. J., July 31, 1900; they remained with this company three seasons, and with Dockstader’s Minstrels two years; their greatest prominence, however, was achieved with Mr. Primrose in his vaudeville act, with which they remained two years.
It is pleasing to relate that these boys cheerfully and freely give all credit for their success in life to Mr. Primrose, of whom they speak in the highest praise.
A season in vaudeville with Manuel Romain followed their last minstrel engagement.
Johnny Foley was born in New York City, September 12, 1886; and Willie Foley was born in New York City, September 12, 1886.
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Typical exponents of Minstrelsy
