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THE MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
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er Co., who prayed to restrain the Phono- ample, it is well known that the merits of
harp Co. from manufacturing instruments any particular instrument cannot be finally
which, it was alleged, were infringements determined ordinarily for a considerable
period of time. The reason for this is that
on the Menzenhauer guitar-zithers.
it requires long-continued vibration of the
Improvements in Violins.
structure of the instrument to produce that
Apparatus for perfecting tones of musi- resonance and softness of the tone of vibra-
cal instruments. Burt N. Pierce, of In- tions which is desirable. Violins and other
similar instruments therefore have hereto-
dianapolis, Ind. Patent No. 579,605.
In that class of musical instruments of fore only become highly valuable with
which the violin is the most common ex- great age, after long-continued playing
had developed and perfected the desired
qualities. To do this in a short time and
without the great amount of manual labor
heretofore necessary is the object of this
invention. This result may be attained
by mechanical means, and in connection
herewith a mechanical apparatus by which
an effect similar to that of continuous heavy
playing may be produced in instruments of
the character described.
The Gordon Outlook.
Business is brisk at the Gordon musical
merchandise warerooms.
Mr. Freeland anticipates a very satisfac-
tory fall trade and is making extensive pre-
parations to meet any emergency.
The present stock, which is to be largely
re-enforced, is representative and up-to-
date. The demand for Gordon specialties
is steadily increasing.
You Should Recognize
A ROUND OF PLEASURE
A VERITABLE MUSICAL FESTIVAL IN ONE INSTRUMENT
them from this description—you will see
them used by the leading business houses
of this City—we allude to
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MELODY OF ANY KIND AT THE TOUCH OF A BUTTON T h e " B r i l l i a n t " S i g n
flusic Dealers will find it Host Profitable to Handle
THE
GRAPHOPHONE
GRAPHOPHONES CAN BE SOLD RAPIDLY AND BESIDES PROVE A GREAT ATTRACTION FOR A STORE
All the delights of minstrelsy and of the concert hall brought into the home. Its repertoire covers the whole
range of pleasures that appeal to the ear. Popular songs as sung by famous singers, instrumental solos, orchestra and
band performances, and clever bits of story telling by comedians, all reproduced faithfully and with a clearness of tone
that makes the Graphophone rank not only as a wonderful talking machine but as a marvelous musical instrument.
YOU CAN TALK OR SINO TO IT AND IT WILL RECORD AND REPRODUCE YOUR TALK OR YOUR SONG.
For descriptive circulars, prices and discounts, address:
COLUHBIA PHONOGRAPH COMPANY,
DEPARTnENT M.
1155, 1157, 1159 Broadway, New York.
110 East Baltimore St., Baltimore, /Id.
919 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D. C.
720-722 Olive St., St. Louis, Mo.
1032 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, Pa.
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The only letter that is placed on the
inside of the glass—consequently your
property. Advantages:—
Does not wear away by washing of
windows.
Does not come off easily; but can be
removed and replaced elsewhere if re-
quired.
The most effective—and in appearance
exceedingly rich.
Ordinary gilding on glass is as dull
brass in comparison.
Send us a rough draft giving inscrip-
tion desired, and width of the windows or
doors, and we will submit you an
estimate.
Letters can be packed and shipped with
cements and directions.
Try your house or store number as a
sample, and we are certain you will use
the letter as a sign.
The "Brilliant" Sign Letter Co.
Q. W. SLADE. ngr.
468 Sixth Avenue, New York
THE ANN ARBOR
HAGEN & RUEFER PIANOS
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CO.,
Are made to satisfy the desire of the buying public.
Honest in construction, tasteful in design ; touch,
light and elastic, and its musical quality unsurpassed.
The price is low, making it just the right instrument
for dealers who wish to make money, while building
up a good reputation.
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WRITE FOR PARTICULARS AND
. . . TERRITORY TO THE FACTORY AT
Letter
PETERBORO, N. H.
flanufacturers
High Grade :
ANN ARBOR ORGAN CO.,
-•-v^ANN ARBOR, MICH.
Write lor 1807 Catalogue of New 5tyle«.
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DETMER MUSIC CO,
JOBBERS
of all kinds
PIANO'ORGAN
Musical Merchandise,
Sheet flusic,
Books, Etc.
MATERIALS/NDTOOLS
^>21 Wabash Avenue,
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CHICAGO
Highest Grade Pianofortes
(WREST-PIN AND STRINGER SYSTEMS.)
LISZT, CHURCH, CHAPEL and PARLOR
ORGANS.