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Music Trade Review

Issue: 1900 Vol. 31 N. 25

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THE MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
Colby Co. Reorganize.
Will Open Up in Dallas.
Estey Happenings.
The Colby Piano Co. of Erie, Pa., which,
as announced elsewhere, have just been of-
ficially chartered, was formally reorganized
this week at a meeting of the stockholders,
when the following officers were elected:
President and treasurer, Geo. Diehl; vice-
president, T. W. Shacklett ; secretary,
Louis Huegel.
The company have decided to make but
one grade of piano and that the best. The
force at present engaged is hardly large
enough to turn out the orders as rapidly
as they come in and President Diehl ex-
pects that in a very short time it will be
necessary to put on a large additional num-
ber of men. At present there are over 200
pianos in the course of construction.
The Colby Co. expect to do business on
safe, conservative lines. That they will
win no small measure of success under the
managership of Mr. Diehl is almost as-
sured, for he is endowed with tremendous
energy and conceded business ability.
The company have under consideration at
present the establishment of a retail ware-
room in Erie.
Oliver's Music House of Houston, Tex.,
are about to make an important move.
They will establish Southwestern head-
quarters at Dallas for the Kimball and
other leading pianos. W. R. Oliver will
be the Dallas manager, while C. E. Oliver
will remain in charge of the Houston
branch.
Captain J. Harry Estey reached Brattle-
boro last Tuesday on his return from a
three months trip on the road. His itiner-
ary included principal points in this coun-
try and as far South as the City of Mexico,
where the Esteys for years have had an
extensive sale of their instruments. They
have been in great demand for use in the
public schools in the Mexican Republic.
Probably more Estey organs are in daily
use in Mexico than any other make. From
Mexico, Captain Estey journeyed up as far
as San Francisco. It was his intention
to continue from there to the Pacific
Northwest, returning East by the North-
west route, but he was called home some-
what sooner than he anticipated by the
illness of his little daughter. We are glad
to state, however, that she has much im-
proved in health since the first report of
her illness reached him.
1900 will probably rank as the greatest
year in point of organ output in Estey his-
tory. A thousand organs a month have
lately been shipped from the great Estey
factories at Brattleboro.
A Jacob Jaunt.
Next to running a piano factory, Charles
Jacob loves Waltonian sport, and this week,
accompanied by his brother C. Albert, he
visited the regions of New Hampshire
where they have extensive lumber holdings.
While there he enjoyed a couple of days
of superb sport, fishing through the ice.
He substantiated his story that on several
occasions the fish were so large that it ne-
cessitated making a larger aperture in or-
der to pull the huge pickerel through, by
exhibiting some of his specimens, which
were of that size which supply infinite de-
light to the fisherman's heart.
While on their way back Messrs. Jacob
Bros, paid a visit to Leominster where they
are now erecting a six-story addition to
their case factory, which, when completed,
will be the tallest building in Leominster.
The New Chickering Hall.
There seems to be no^reasonable doubt
but that the new Chickering Hall of Bos-
ton will be in readiness shortly after the
new year opens. L. H. Mudgett, of Bos-
ton Symphony fame, will manage the new
hall. He will bring to this a long mana-
gerial experience which will be of infinite
advantage. Already a number of engage-
ments have been made and the list of ten-
ants who will have quarters in this new
addition to musical Boston is steadily grow-
ing, and great care will be used to have
only a select line in this structure.
Henry Lindeman is one of the happiest
men in the trade to day. Since he started
on his new venture good practical results
have ensued. From one firm alone he
has just received an order for 300 pianos to
be delivered in 1901.
POOLE
Ordering Pianosb y Wire.
On its rounds this week in and about the
city, The Review noted, at the piano fac-
tories, healthy activity in all departments.
Manufacturers are practically unanimous
in declaring that their expectations have
been fully realized. In several instances,
they have nearly given up all hope of be-
ing able to satisfy the demands of their
agents between now and the end of the
year. At a number of factories, telegrams
for immediate shipments of "hurry" or-
ders were shown The Review on Wednes-
day. Wholesale trade is destined to make
a great record for 1900.
Mason & Hamlin and Bauer,
The tremendous success achieved by
Harold Bauer, who played the Mason &
Hamlin grand piano in recital recently in
Boston, was fully duplicated in New York
this week when he was heard with the
Kneisel Quartet on Tuesday and in recital
at Mendelssohn Hall on Thursday.
Bauer is an artist in the fullest sense of
the word. His technique is as admirable as
it is masterly, and the tone which he draws
forth from the instrument, abounding in
lights and shades, demonstrates the pos-
session of a keenly sensitive temperament.
He runs the gamut of emotion in his play-
ing, and is well entitled to rank among the
few great pianists of our time.
His interesting program revealed the
lovely tone qualities of the Mason & Ham-
lin grand which virtually sang under his
magic touch. It was notable for its fullness,
roundness and delightful singing quality.
Bauer made an unquestioned "hit" and the
same may be said of the magnificent in-
strument on which he played.
Death of Louis Ritz.
Louis Ritz, head of the well-known
music trade firm of Louis Ritz & Co.,
Hamburg, Germany, died some two weeks
ago. Mr. Ritz was well known to mem-
bers of the trade in this country, particular-
ly the Esteys, with whom he has carried on
extensive business relations for many
years. There will probably be no change
in his business, as he will be succeeded by
his three sons who have been associated
with him for many years.
Norris Enthusiastic.
J. A. Norris, Eastern representative of
the Smith & Barnes Co., returned on
Monday from a visit to the factories.
When spoken with by The Review he was
enthusiastic about trade conditions, par-
ticularly as far as they affect the Smith &
Barnes interests. "The year now closing,"
said Mr. Norris, "has been the greatest in
our history. The Smith & Barnes pianos are
steadily growing in favor everywhere. Our
Declared Valid.
new styles have made a distinct hit.
That part of the anti-trust law requiring This can be estimated from the fact that
Illinois corporations to make affidavit to in the East, particularly, dealers have,
the Secretary of State that they are not in during the past year, increased their trade
any trust has been declared valid, and the with Smith & Barnes pianos a hundred
corporations that opposed the enactment per cent. At the factory we are Working
will now be compelled to pay a fine of $50 over time and every effort is being made
a day from the time fixed by the State for
to catch up with orders. We enter upon
such return.
the new year feeling that the appreciation
Freeborn G. Smith was present at the in which the Smith & Barnes goods are
Centennial Celebration of the founding of held will 'increase and multiply.' "
the City of Washington. He was present
Mr. Norris, on his way East, visited the
at the exercises of the Executive Mansion leading retail centers and reported that
at the Capitol, where he acted as escort to business everywhere is very brisk.
A. W. Fly, of Texas.
Wm. B. Armstrong, of the Foster-Arm-
Carl Hoffman of Kansas City is break- strong-Martin syndicate of Rochester, N.
Y., was in Boston Monday.
ing records in the way of holiday trade.
PIANOS
Precious, Perfect, Peerless
As to Tone, Touch, Design,
Durability and Value. . , <
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The benefits of an active season are be-
ing- felt by Behr Bros. They find the cat-
alogued styles for this season are giving
such general satisfaction that nothing new
in case designs will be required for some
time to come. Horace F. Brown has just
returned from a lengthy trip. He has
found means of strengthening the Behr in-
terests in many cities.
Otto M. Heinzmann, Weser traveling
representative, has returned after an ab-
sence of several weeks on the firm's busi-
ness. He reports the Weser piano as
gaining ground everywhere. The ship-
ments made each day from the Weser fac-
tory verify his report several times over.
An illustrated catalogue of the Karn-
Warren pipe organs has just reached our
desk. These instruments are made by
the D. W. Kara Co., Ltd., Woodstock,
Ont. The volume is copiously illustrated
with cuts of organs which they have placed
in important churches in Canada where
they have given the best of satisfaction.
The catalogue is handsomely gotten up
and produced.
C. E. Byrne, of the C. E. Byrne Piano
Co., has not yet reached a decision as to
the occupation of larger quarters. It is
evident, however, that the present factory
is not all adequate. As the volume of
the Byrne business is continually increas-
ing, a move in the near future will be ab-
solutely necessary.
John Schwab, who so competently repre-
sents the Francis Connor piano in New
Orleans, La., returned recently from an
extended trip to Germany which he made
for the benefit of his health. His sojourn
abroad has been most beneficial. A recent
issue of the Daily Picayune contained an
interesting interview anent his impressions
of affairs in Europe.
Boardman & Gray, the distinguished
manufacturers of Albany, N. Y., are clos-
ing a year which is in every respect a
satisfactory one regarding output and
augmentation of trade. It is gratifying to
record the increasing appreciation of the
splendid instruments which this firm man-
ufacture.
I. N. Rice, who will have charge of the
McPhail interests in a large slice of the
West, has a wide acquaintance in that ter-
ritory which should prove advantageous in
extending McPhail business.
Newby & Evans have been particularly
fortunate in their case designs this season.
There is a lively call for each style in the
latest catalogue. One of the greatest fav-
orites with dealers is the new style 28,
which is being made in mahogany, walnut
and oak, also in fancy woods to order.
Clinton W. Howe, secretary of the Schu-
mann Piano Co., recently joined the ranks
of benedicts, Miss M. G. Kauffman, of
Sena, 111., being the bride. They have
taken up the'ir residence at 6438 Jackson
Avenue, Chicago.
THE MUSIC TRADE
Felix Kraemer, the globe-trotter, and
Victor W. O'Brien, Kranich & Bach rep-
resentatives, have arrived in town after
making a very successful tour of their re-
spective territories.
Andrew J. Keefe, who for more than a
quarter of a century has been connected
with the Lyon & Healy establishment,
Chicago, has left for Southern California
where he will spend a couple of months in
recreation and rest.
The Vernon Music Co , of Emporia,
Kan., announce that they are about to quit
the piano business and enter another line
of trade.
Barron & Co., of Danielson, Conn., are
making Saturday afternoon musicales a
feature of their store. There is always in
evidence a large and appreciative audi-
ence.
The Woolen and Felt Co. 's mill at Caze-
novia, N. Y., was destroyed by fire last
Saturday night. Loss, $35,000, partially
covered by insurance.
The removal sale of Hallet & Davis,
Boston, is a great success. The pianos
which are being disposed of daily in the
retail warerooms of this concern is very
large.
Henry Fischer, of J. & C. Fischer, who
has been away for several weeks traveling
in the Fischer interests, is expected home
on Saturday.
The Chas. Parker Co., the well-known
manufacturers of stools, scarfs, etc., are
sending out a very businesslike calendar
for the new year which should secure a
prominent place in the offices of recipients.
L. F. Hepburn, Jr., formerly of Hep-
burn & Co. will make his debut as a finan-
cier on Jan. 1, when he will open a bank-
ing house under the firm name of Paterson
& Hepburn, at 29 Broad street.
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' Chicago Purchasers of Stein way Pi-
anos " is the title of a booklet published by
Lyon & Healy. It contains 2,638 names
of the famous residents of the western
metropolis who use the Steinway.
""John H. Spies has been elected secre-
tary and treasurer of the Spies Piano Co.,
to succeed William Spies, who enters the
retail furniture business Jan. 1 next.
Mr. James E. Healy has resigned his
position in the Lyon & Healy establish-
ment.-—Chicago Musical Times.
George Doll has returned from a long
tour in his father's interests. He trans-
acted much important business.
Julio Joseph, agent for the Crown pianos
and organs in Monterey, Mex., has been
visiting the Bent factory in Chicago.
Ernest J. Knabe was a visitor at the
Knabe headquarters in this city on Tues-
day.
R. K. Maynard of the Schaeffer Co. is
making a short trip as far West as Salt
Lake City.
E. W. Tyler is a recent acquisition to
the retail forces of the Knabe house in this
city.
Geo. W. Bristol, formerly with M. P.
Conway, has opened piano warerooms at
44 Buckingham street, Springfield, Mass.
" Had the Masters a Hackley ?"
Under the above caption the Chase-
Hackley Piano Co. of Muskegon, Mich.,
have issued a dainty brochure, the object
of which is explained in the following fore-
word :
The " Hackley " piano is a high-grade
piano, upon which the Masters may be
perfectly interpreted. It is, therefore, a
piano par excellence for students and the
homes of refinement. This booklet was
suggested by hearing the music of the Mas-
ters well played upon a poor piano. The
thought arose: "How different it would
sound on a Hackley!" Then followed the
wonder that much of the finest music, past
and present, has been composed under the
unfavorable conditions of the piano in its
imperfect stages. How the music of the
Masters would sound on a Hackley piano
is therefore the theme of this little book.
In the centre and closing pages of the
booklet appear illustrations of the latest
Chase-Hackley styles as well as an illus-
tration of the magnificent plant where
these pianos are made.
This little volume is entertainingly writ-
ten and is in many respects unique. From
an advertising standpoint, it is valuable
and will prove popular with Chase-Hack-
ley representatives as a medium whereby
interest will be concentrated on the instru-
ments which they handle.
A Winning Policy
These are busy days at the factory of
the American Piano Mfg. Co., 207 East
Forty-ninth street, where evidence is accu-
mulating daily in the shape of orders that
the new style Boothe Bros, pianos are win-
ning a wide field of appreciation. It was
a bold move of Mr. Boothe, in face of the
apparent demand for cheap goods, to raise
the prices of his pianos, but the wisdom of
his policy is apparent to-day, for he has
been able to turn out better pianos that
show their value in finish, in fine veneers,
in those details which make a piano valu-
able to the dealer and satisfactory to the
purchaser. Dealers who have not investi-
gated the new Boothe Bros, pianos should
not hesitate doing so much longer.
The Harmonist piano player, which is
controlled by this concern, continues also
to expand its domain of popularity. Im-
proved and perfected, it is a charming en-
tertainer which only needs intelligent
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'pushing" on the part of the dealer to se-
cure the attention of his customers.
And by the way it is a genuine treat to
hear Mr. Boothe display the Harmonist.
A violinist and pianist of conceded ability,
he is endowed with that essential musical
comprehension which enables him to inter-
pret a classical number with those delicate
''lights and shades" which can only be
brought out by a Paderewski.
The Seaverns.
The business of the Seaverns Piano Ac-
tion Co., Cambridgeport, Mass., for 1900,
will surpass any output of any previous
year in the history of this old-established
concern. This illustration shows the pop-
ularity of the Seaverns product. We may
say that in the month of November nearly
twelve hundred sets of actions were shipped
from the Seaverns factory.

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