Sammy Gallop

American lyricist most active in the 1940s and 1950s.
Born: 16 March 1915, Duluth, MN
Died 24 February 1971, Encino,Hollywood, CA

Songs include ''Shoo Fly Pie and Apple Pan Dowdy,'' by Glenn Miller, and ''Wake the Town and Tell the People.'' He also co-wrote ''Holiday for Strings.''