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The Story of 'Happy Birthday to You'

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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The Copyright History of 'Happy Birthday to You'

This chapter discusses the copyright history of the song 'Happy Birthday to You,' including the securing of copyright by Jessica in 1934 and the collaboration with the Clayton F. Summy Company. It explores how copyright laws have evolved and extended the copyright period for the song. It also mentions the acquisition of the Clayton F. Summy Company by John Singstack, which later became Burch Tree Limited.

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