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Oley Speaks

American composer

Died when: 74 years 40 days (889 months)
Star Sign: Cancer

 

Oley Speaks

Oley Speaks (June 28, 1874 – August 7, 1948) was an American composer and songwriter.His compositions include many religious songs, as well as his best-known success, "On the Road to Mandalay", which takes its lyrics from the poem "Mandalay" by Rudyard Kipling.

The Canal Winchester Area Historical Society Museum has exhibits about the life of Oley Speaks, including original sheet music written by him.


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