Stan Freberg, in fact, admitted he had been irritated when he learned his records were being used without attribution or recompense, and went storming down to WRC in April 1957 to issue a personal cease and desist. Once he had the opportunity to actually see Jim and Jane perform, however, Freberg melted—and shortly thereafter sent the two an enthusiastic telegram with his blessings. “I take it all back,” gushed Freberg. “This is one of the greatest acts I have ever seen [and I] am honored to let you use my records for ever and longer.”
