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Princess Ali

1895-05-09 · 1 min · ★ 4.0

Documentary

Princess Ali, of Barnum and Bailey's circus, performs an Egyptian dance in the Edison Company's studio. As she dances, some musicians perform in the background to provide accompaniment.

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Directors
William Heise
Production companies
Edison Manufacturing Company
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United States of America
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Princess AliHerself

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