Noted songwriter and charter member of the American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP) in 1914, he collaborated with an impressive array of musical talents, including the esteemed Ernest Ball, Rudolf Friml, Billy Hill, Karl Hajos, Harry Akst, Walter Donaldson, Werner Janssen, and Maurice Rubens.
Throughout his illustrious career, he penned a wide range of song compositions, each one a testament to his skill and artistry. Some of his most notable works include the poignant "Dear Little Boy of Mine", the heartfelt "Goodbye, Good Luck, God Bless You", the nostalgic "Empty Saddles", the thought-provoking "Turn Back the Universe", the patriotic "When My Boy Comes Home", the charming "A Little Bit of Love", the enchanting "My Bird of Paradise", the adventurous "I'll Follow the Trail", the romantic "You Hold My Heart", and the celebratory "Ireland Is Ireland to Me".
