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Musical Courier 1893-04-12: Vol 26 Iss 684, 1893
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1AN ERROR.
3THE Chicago "Sunday Herald," April 9, publishes the following in a Boston dispatch:
5The Mason & Hamlin Company, the only piano exhibitor from Boston at the fair, the others having withdrawn because of some dispute with the directors of the exposition, has just completed its exhibit. It consists of some 30 pianos and organs, all of them of remarkable beauty in tone and finish. They are grand and upright pianos, Liszt organs in mahogany, English oak and white and gold, and the workmanship is superb. The most beautiful of the instruments is a medium grand piano, hand carved and inlaid with satin wood. The veneering is so perfect that the surface looks like one sheet. A large upright in white enamel, with pink and blue inlaid decorations, will attract much attention. One piano has two hand painted panels, executed by Enne King, the well-known artist.
7In organs there is a small one in cedar of an India model, the feature of which is that it is always ready for shipment. A Liszt organ of the church model has pipes in two shades of dark green, red and gold, and is very handsome. The feature of the organ exhibit is a model of the organ sent to Queen Victoria some years ago, made expressly for use in her household. The entire exhibit is now on its way to Chicago in charge of Henry Mason.
9There is a vital error in this dispatch contained in the statement that Mason & Hamlin are the only exhibitors of pianos at the world's fair from Boston. Besides this firm there will be the following piano exhibitors: Chickering & Sons, Vose & Sons Piano Company, Ivers & Pond Piano Company, Miller & Sons Piano Company, Hallet & Davis Company, and may be one other concern.
11The reading notice above would be an excellent advertisement for Mason & Hamlin had the false statement not appeared in it. Its inspiration being defective in that essential particular gives to the whole statement a dubious color.
13A Very Enterprising Woman.
15FOR some time past Mrs. E. R. McCaa, the proprietress of the Ephrata Music Warerooms, has felt the need of a much larger room for her business than the room in Carter's Block, in which she has conducted the business for several years. In order to be better able to accommodate her large and increasing patronage, and to more satisfactorily display her large stock of instruments, she quite recently secured the spacious warehouse erected some years ago on North State street by L. L. Reddig, and used until last fall as a grain and feed warehouse. Mrs. McCaa is about taking possession of the building, which she intends to fit up and convert into a temple of music. She is preparing to put on display a much larger stock of musical instruments than she has heretofore had, a display which will certainly rival anything of the kind ever shown in this county.
17The first floor will be fitted up for the display and sale of musical instruments. With abundance of light on either hand there is no room so well adapted for the purpose in the town.
19At some time in the future it is proposed to fit up the second floor as an entertainment hall.
21One of the features which will be added to the establishment will be a department for the repairing and cleaning of organs, pianos, &c.—Ephrata, Pa., "Review."
23The Chas. Parker Company.
25THE Chas. Parker Company, of Meriden, Conn., have added a new line to their already numerous industries—that of piano scarfs.
27It is characteristic of the Chas. Parker Company that they manufacture goods which excel in quality and upon which they establish a reputation that is lasting and to their credit.
29It was not long ago that the manufacture of piano stools was entered into, and these goods are now known throughout the country, and considered favorably by dealers for their substantial construction and handsome appearance.
31It is their purpose to introduce an assortment of piano scarfs that will likewise attract attention.
33The material for these last will be of a superior quality to that generally used for this purpose, and the designs—most of them original—are something entirely out of the ordinary run. The samples displayed were certainly beautiful in pattern and coloring.
35They have evidently discovered in the piano dealers a class of people agreeable to transact business with, and desire a more extended contact with them.
37Something will be said in the very near future regarding an upholstered piano chair with an adjustable spring back which will be added to their catalogue.
39B. N. Smith.
41WE wish to call special attention to the engraving department connected with the B. N. Smith establishment at 514 to 518 West Twenty-fourth street.
43Mr. Smith has in his employ some first-class designers and engravers, and the panels both in line patterns and raised work from solid wood are models of clean, handsome workmanship.
45These engraved and carved panels and also finished legs for remodeling the old square pianos are features of Mr. Smith's business, interesting to both the piano manufacturer and the piano dealer.
47Mr. J. J. Bergen is the superintendent of the factory and is proving a very competent man.
49Minor Business Changes.
51Mr. James W. Burns, of Pittsfield, Mass., has sold out his entire business to E. E. Guilford & Co.
53Mr. H. Hammund, of Sioux City, who for the past five years has been connected with the Pinckney Company, of that city, has retired to take charge of a manufactury of small musical instruments operated by the "Stratton" Company, of that place.
55The Stevenson Music Company, of Denver, Col., has been bought out and succeeded by the Smissaert Music Company, and the stock removed to 1635 Champa street. The Stevenson Company was recently in financial trouble, particulars concerning which have been published, and this is the result of a readjustment of their affairs.
57J. H. Dulin, of Washington, Pa., has moved into the Leonard Building on West Chestnut street, that town, where he will have a better opportunity to display his goods.
59The Boyce Violin Company, at Norwich, N. Y., is not only moving, but is moving its entire building to a vacant lot back of the American Hotel, which they will hereafter use as a factory and office.
61J. D. Whitney & Son, reed makers, are to close out their business June 1. They have been successfully engaged in the manufacture of organ reeds for several years, their machinery being largely of their own make and of the finest grade. It is hoped that they may decide to remain in town.—Springfield "Republican."
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64J. C. McAtee, of Hannibal, Mo., has taken a large store. Geo. S. Wheeler, of Nashua, N. H., has started a music store at that place, and Ludden & Bates, of Savannah, have opened a branch store in the Smith Building, of their own city. one of two readings
66Mrs. M. L. Forry or Forey, of Hanover, Pa., has given up business in that town and moved to York, Pa.
68Lindemeyr—Grass.
70AT the home of the bride's mother in New York city, on Tuesday evening, April 4, were married Mr. Gustav Lindemeyr and Miss Elsa J. Grass.
72Miss Grass is the sister of Mr. George N. Grass and the niece of Mr. George Nembach, of Geo. Steck & Co.
74Mr. Lindemeyr is the wealthy paper manufacturer of this city.
76S. S. Stewart's "Banjo Journal."
78S. S. STEWART'S "Banjo and Guitar Journal" for April and May is just out, and is a little more sarcastic and pugnacious than usual.
80"The Advertising Program Nuisance" is the heading of one article, and there is much matter for consideration in the few terse lines contained therein.
82The world's fair schemes for extracting ducats from the pockets of exhibitors is denounced in language substantial and forcible.
84This number of the "Journal" is full of banjo news and contains several new musical compositions.
86—S. N. Widdup, of Niagara Falls, N. Y., was a guest of Jack Haynes during the early part of the week.
88—Mrs. Mary E. C. McCullum, the wife of Fenelon McCullum, died last week at Mansfield Depot, Conn.
90—Mr. Ed. Ambuhl, representing Chickering & Sons, was in town on Monday, and will go to Chicago next week to generally superintend the Chickering exhibit.
92—The Metcalf Piano Company, of Rochester, N. Y., has elected these directors for the ensuing year: W. B. Armstrong, G. G. Foster, J. F. Foster, Egbert Foster, L. H. Bennett.
94—The citizens' resolutions, adopted and presented to the Estey Organ Company at the time of the completion of the 250,000th organ, have been handsomely engrossed in Boston and placed in a frame of heavy oak, 44×52 inches in size.
96—John Erickson, of 137 Milwaukee avenue, attempted to pass a check for $30 in a saloon at Milwaukee avenue and Kinzie street recently, and upon being refused went to another saloon at Desplaines and Kinzie streets. There he was also refused, as the proprietor thought the check was worthless, and the attention of the police was called to the case. The check was drawn on Baldwin & Co., dealers in pianos, and was declared to be a forgery. Erickson was locked up at the West Chicago avenue station.—Chicago "Herald."
98—Geo. Wilkins, a splitter at the Monson Pond Quarry, has completed a unique and elegant banjo, which he intends sending to the World's Fair. The rim is made from a single piece of slate worked down and polished until at the first glance one would suppose it to be ebony, while the neck is made of black cherry, with a fingerboard of slate inlaid with pearl, veneered upon the wood. The using of slate was an experiment with the maker, but he has succeeded in producing a very fine toned as well as a beautiful instrument.—Portland, Me., "Argus."
100Import Report of Musical Instruments, Etc.
102Articles. Cases. From. To.
103Musical Instruments… 1 H. Prins & Co. J. C. Metzger & Co.
104" " 2 S. Steinmann & Haghe R. F. Downing & Co.
105" " 1 Thebenville. M. D. T. Co. one of two readings
106" " 1 Thebenville M. D. T. Co. one of two readings
107" " 1 C. W. Wheatley & Co. Robt. Welford.
108" " 4 J. Thebonville Lanny. Demarest.
109" " 1 C. Wurttenberger. Davies, Turner & Co.
110Music Art… 3 Laude. R. F. Downing & Co.
111" " 1 one of two readings
112" " 1 Laude. R. F. Downing & Co. one of two readings
113Music ware… 5 Johann Steckemann. C. Meisel.
114Accordeons… 15 J. Heckmann. Jos. Witwer. one of two readings
115Accordeons… 15 J. Heckmann Jos. Witwer. one of two readings
116Music ware… 1 Kohr & Co. Davies, Turner & Co.
117" " 3 Geb. Hirdes. Weller & Sons.
118" " 2 J. H. Bachmann. H. Partridge & Co.
119" " 1 Julius Rudert. G. W. Sheldon & Co.
120Violin strings… 3 P. Lehrs. C. Bruno & Son.
121Instruments… 2 P. Lehrs. Alex. Murphy & Co. one of two readings
122Instruments… 2 P. Lehrs. C. Bruno & Son. one of two readings
123Brass instruments… 2 Aug. Bolten. one of two readings
124Brass instruments… 2 Aug. Bolten. Alex. Murphy & Co. one of two readings
125String instruments… 3 John Schroder. G. W. Sheldon & Co.
126Accordeons… 6 John Schroder. one of two readings
127Accordeons… 6 John Schroder. G. W. Sheldon & Co. one of two readings
128Strings… 1 Morrison Pollifexen & Co. one of two readings
129Strings… 1 Morrison Pollifexen & Co. C. B. Richards & Co. one of two readings
130Accordeons… 11 C. B. Richards & Co.
131Pianos… 1 C. B. Richards & Co.
132Organ… 1 Laude & Co. one of two readings
133Organ… 1 Laude & Co. Adams Express Co. one of two readings
134Music boxes… 2 S. Karrer. Adams Express Co.
135" " 5 Jules Cuendet. E. S. Cuendet. one of two readings
136" " 1 Mermot Brothers. Facio & Son. one of two readings
137Organ… 1 Bormand Perrier. M. D. T. Co. (New Orleans). one of two readings
138Piano… 1 G. Dau. one of two readings
139Organs… 1 E. L. Openheimer. one of two readings
140Pianos… 6 J. Steckemann. Atlas Steamship Co. one of two readings
141" " 5 Jules Cuendet. Adams Express Co. one of two readings
142" " 1 Mermot Brothers. Adams Express Co. one of two readings
143Organ… 1 Laude & Co. Adams Express Co. one of two readings
144Pianos… 1 J. Steckemann. Atlas Steamship Co. one of two readings
145Piano felt… 10 Carl Prior. Richard Raufft.
146Felt… 13 Morrison Pollifexen & Co. one of two readings
147Felt… 13 Morrison Pollifexen & Co. J. K. Kreig & Co. one of two readings
148Strings… 1 Johann Herkemann. one of two readings
149Strings… 1 Johann Herkemann. Aug. Pollman. one of two readings
150" " 2 N. Luchting & Co. Aug. Pollman. one of two readings
151" " 2 N. Luchting & Co. American Express Co. (Toronto). one of two readings
152Gut strings… 1 Julius Rudert. American Express Co. (Toronto). one of two readings
153Gut strings… 1 Julius Rudert. Com. Express Co. one of two readings
154Organs, parts and machines… 3 J. P. Lang & Co. Com. Express Co. one of two readings
155Organs, parts and machines… 3 J. P. Lang & Co. Kautz & Nachod & Kuhne. one of two readings
156Music, printed… 3 Julius Rudert. Kuhne Nachod & Kuhne. one of two readings
157Music, printed… 3 Julius Rudert. Clayton F. Selming. one of two readings
158Accordeons & mouth harmonicas… 3 John Heckeman. Clayton F. Selming. one of two readings
159Accordeons & mouth harmonicas… 3 John Heckeman. M. D. T. Co. one of two readings
160Accordeons & mouth harmonicas… 6 Julius Rudert. M. D. T. Co. one of two readings
161Accordeons & mouth harmonicas… 6 Julius Rudert. Geo. Borgfeldt & Co. one of two readings
162Harmonicas… 9 Geo. Borgfeldt & Co. one of two readings
163Harmonicas… 9 Julius Rudert. Geo. Borgfeldt & Co. one of two readings
165BOSTON.
166Gut strings… 1 Wright & Ditson.
167Strings… 1 E. Howe & Co.
168Harmonicas… 11 W. N. Proctor.
169Music goods… 8 J. H. Rudert. one of two readings
170Music goods… 8 J. H. Rudert. J. H. Rudert. one of two readings
171" " 9 Oliver Ditson & Co.
172" " 8 A. P. Schmidt.
174Articles. Cases. From. To.
175Accordeons… 2 Aug. Bolten. Rudolph Wurlitzer & Co.
176Brass instruments… 1 Aug. Bolten. Alex. Murphy & Co. one of two readings
177Brass instruments… 2 Alex. Murphy & Co. one of two readings
178Guitars… 2 G. W. Sheldon & Co.
179Guitars and violins… 2 N. Luchting & Co. Albert E. Benary. one of two readings
180Guitars and violins… 2 Albert E. Benary. one of two readings
181String instruments… 3 Julius Rudert. C. Bruno & Sons.
182" " pk. 33 P. Lehrs. Herm. Sonntag. one of two readings
183" " 1 pk. 33 P. Lehrs. Herm. Sonntag. one of two readings
184Musical instruments… 3 Julius Rudert. E. Hawley.
185" " 4 Jos. Bruhl. Wells, Fargo & Co.
186" " 1 Hein. Becker. G. W. Sheldon & Co.
187" " 1 Vonder, Becke & Marsily. one of two readings
188" " 1 Vonder, Becke & Marsily. C. Bruno & Sons. one of two readings
189Music and musical instruments… 10 A. E. Fischer. C. Fischer. one of two readings
190Music and musical instruments… 10 A. E. Fischer. C. Bruno & Sons. one of two readings
191Music… 1 Julius Rudert. G. W. Sheldon & Co. one of two readings
192Music… 1 Julius Rudert. C. Bruno & Sons. one of two readings
193Strings… 1 John Schroder. Merchants' Dispatch and Trans. Co.
194Music… 1 N. Luchting & Co. W. R. Pratt & Co. one of two readings
195" " pk. 1 H. Ruppel & Sohne. Scott Foreign Exp. one of two readings
196Music, printed… 1 N. Luchting & Co. Jacob & Son. one of two readings
197" " 1 Becker & Co. W. R. Pratt & Co. one of two readings
198" " 1 H. Ruppel & Sohne. Scott Foreign Exp. one of two readings
199Harmonicas… 1 John Schroder. Star Union Co.
200Cymbals… 2 G. W. Sheldon & Co.
201Violins… 2 E. O. Hentschel.
202Mandoline… 1 G. Questa & Co.
203Accordeons… 3 J. Heckemann. Order.
204" " 1 Carl Prior. W. G. Badger, San Francisco.
205Strings… 1 J. H. Bachman. C. Bruno & Son. one of two readings
206Strings… 1 J. H. Bachman. C. Bruno & Sons. one of two readings
207Musical instr'ments, cs. 1 Bigelow, Kennard & Co. one of two readings
208Musical instr'ments, co. 1 Bigelow, Kennard & Co. one of two readings
209Felt… 10 E. K. Spinney.
210BALTIMORE.
211Organ… 20 Order.
212Guts… 75 Order.
214A New Style Starr Piano.
216JACK HAYNES has just received a new style James M. Starr Piano, which will be catalogued M. This piano has a folding fall board, something heretofore not used by the Starr people.
218In appearance and tone it is equally as desirable as any of the other styles, which signifies that it is a beautiful instrument. J-M-S-T-A-R are now the letters used to designate the different styles, this last new one just completing the name.
220Jack Haynes is among the dealers distributing a very handsome card representing the baby who had a Starr Piano and the one who did not.
222Hazleton's Employees. one of two readings
223Hazelton's Employees. one of two readings
225THE employees of Hazelton Brothers will give a grand reception at the Lyceum Opera House, Thirty-fourth street, between Lexington and Third avenues, on Saturday evening, April 15.
227The object of this meeting has an ulterior purpose other than the social intercourse involved—that of organizing a co-operative benefit society for the protection against want of any employé incapacitated by sickness or accident from attending to his business.
229The organization will be a close one, confined to the Hazelton Brothers' factory.
231—if old Sol. Markstein could only get up out of his grave how he would eternally lambaste Henrietta, his pianistically disposed daughter, for getting into a business complication now up before the courts.
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