Belle Cole
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Belle Cole (1845-1905) was a well-known American contralto.
She first achieved success while on a transcontinental tour of the United States with Theodore Thomas in 1883. She later sang in England, performing at The Crystal Palace and many other venues. In 1901, she toured Australia. It is said that musical ability ran in her family.