Music Trade Review

Issue: 1905 Vol. 41 N. 6

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THE: MUSIC TRADE:
REVIEW
In tKe World of Music Publishing
PUBLISHERS ON THE WARPATH
Against Pirates—Optimistic Over Fall Trade—
The Situation Reviewed in Detail.
No one is boasting of a superabundance of busi-
ness; in fact, the past season has been disappoint-
ing from several points of consideration; but the
future still continues to be a brilliant one if the
reports from all sources may be given credence.
It is now understood why prices were so demoral-
ized, and possibly ihe publishers most largely in-
terested in maintaining a reputable business on a
paying basis will take steps to eradicate the evils
now infesting the trade. True also is the fact
that publishers who have been as far apart as
the poles on questions of vital interest to each
other's welfare are waking up to the necessities
of the hour, an awakening brought about by
threats of a common danger. Therefore, the com-
ing season may usher in reforms in the line of
popular music publishing that are bound to be
beneficial, not only to those directly responsible
for inaugurating the changes, but the legitimate,
recognized dealer as well.
Publishers devoted to the better class of music
speak enthusiastically of approaching fall trade,
and believe a greater volume of business will be
transacted than ever before. To be sure, houses
in this classification are not greatly troubled
about prices, for their figures are like the laws
of the Medes and Persians, consequently they
dwell on this factor of their merchandizing light-
ly. At the same tim<; they handle no small
quantity of the popular compositions, and the
disturbance created by cut prices also affects
them, hence they view with no little satisfaction
the new light appearing on the horizon of pub-
lishers specializing the production of popular
compositions. Not only do they applaud the ef-
forts of the latter to extricate themselves from
what is considered almost a slough of despond,
but are extending substantial aid and comfort.
Discussing conditions with The Review this
week a publisher of keen perceptions said: "You
know August is a slow month for selling, but a
busy one with the professionals who are fixing up
their repertoires and rehearsing. In this depart-
ment the publishers report unusual activity,
for the impending theatrical season promises to
be brilliant, especially in the presentation of mu-
sical comedies, light operas, and this means a
liberal supply of ballads, topical, waltz and story
songs, not to mention stirring instrumentals.
Prices also promise to be more uniform and sat-
isfactory; in short, while current business is
quiet, trade is looking good, with everything be-
fore us inviting."
MUCH INTEREST DISPLAYED.
In the Suits for Alleged Piracy Which W i l l
Come Up for Consideration in the Tombs
Police Court Next Tuesday.
The arrest of Garrett J. Couchois Tuesday week
for alleged implication in pirating copyrighted
music, created a sensation in publishing and job-
bing circles. He was apprehended in the office of
P. J. Howley, Inc., 41 West 28th street, New
York, and after spending about 24 hours in
prison, was released on bail, Mr. Howley becom-
ing his bondsman. He will have a hearing in the
Tombs Police Court on Tuesday. Louis Eggers,
proprietor of the Calumet Press, charged with
printing the pirated music, who was arrested on
the same day, will be examined at the same time.
Couchois was at one time connected with the
W. W. Kimball Co., piano manufacturers of Chi-
cago, and later was associated with Sol. Bloom,
in the same city, before coming to New York. He
is considered an accomplished musician and a
composer of no mean pretensions, and is one of
the best-known figures on the "street." For a
long time the accused has been under surveil- CONCERNING WITMARK PUBLICATIONS
lance, every step being watched and reported. His
The music programme of the Highland Hotel,
arrest was precipitated by the premature pub-
lication in a "boulevard sheet" of a few lines, in Delavan Lake, Wis., where H. C. Eierdam is or-
which this action was predicted. Those interest- chestral director, includes the following Witmark
ed were thrown into consternation by what they publications: "The Star," medley overture,
believed would serve as a warning notice, and O'Hare; "Sultan of Sulu," selection, Wathall;
when Couchois failed to appear in his accustomed "Prince of Pilsen," selection, Ludere; "When
haunts the Monday following, where officers were Johnny Comes Marching Home," selection, Ed-
waiting to :?erve their warrant, Attorney Burkan wards; "Hoity Toity," selection, Stromberg;
and his clients were in despair, thinking all their "King Dodo," selection, and "Woodland,' selec-
hard work and vigilant watching had been for tion, Luders! "Yankee Consul,' selection, Robyn;
naught. On the preceding Saturday several of "It Happened in Nordland," selection, Herbert;
their detectives, who were "shadowing" Couchois "Mouse and the Clock," Whitney; "Cecilia,"
in Rutherford, N. J., his home, were arrested by Kleim; "Little Fawn," Rosenbaum; "In a Pa-
the local police under a misapprehension. When goda." Bratton; "Luzon," Ellsworth; "Punchi-
their mission was explained they were released nello," Herbert; "Araby," Al. .Johns; "Mexican
at once; but a-Passaic (N. J.) evening paper had Beauties," Langey; "An Odd Number," Davis;
"scooped the story/' nevertheless, printing it with "Ky-isses," O'Hare; "Laces and Graces," Bratton;
a "scare" head on the front page, but before it "Windmill," Mann; "Hyacinth," Hatch, and "Cap-
had been generally circulated the entire edition tain Cupid," Bratton.
was bought up, and in time to suppress the infor-
mation effectually.
JEROME H. REMICK & CO.'S WINNERS.
Counselor Burkan, the attorney for the pub-
lishers, who will be remembered also by the
George Ovey and Louise Horner, late features
trade for his victory in securing a verdict of with "More to be Pitied Than Scorned" company,
$5,000 for libel of Victor Herbert, by the are singing with great success "Bright Eyes,
Musical Courier Co., in speaking of Couchois' Good-bye."
and Eggers' arrest, said to The Review this week:
The Nichols sisters, one of the best singing
"We have been on the track of these fellows for character acts in vaudeville, will feature "Birds
six weeks, and it has involved an enormous of a Feather Flock Together," which they speak
amount of exhausting work and the closest vigi- of as the king coon song of the continent.
lance, and when they were finally arraigned in
lla Grannon has made a terrific hit in vaude-
court we all breathed a sigh of relief, not to men- ville singing "Bright Eyes, Good-bye" and "My
tion our feelings of satisfaction.
Hindoo Man."
"The indictments are drawn under the Penal
Blanche Ring continues to feature "My Irish
Code of the State of New York, sections 304, 3G5 Molly O," the only worthy successor to "Bedelia,"
and 36G. Paragraph fi of section 364 is particu- by Jerome & Schwartz.
larly pertinent, for it says:
" 'A person who knowingly sells, offers or ex-
SELLS QUICK AND EASY
poses for sale any goods which are represented
in any manner, by word or deed, to be the manu-
facture or product of any person or firm or cor-
poration other than himself, unless such goods
are contained in the original packages and un-
Sentimental
der the labels, marks or names placed thereon
Ballad
by the manufacturer who is entitled to use such
marks, names, brands or trade-marks, is guilty
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"The punishment for a misdemeanor of this
character," continued Mr. Burkan, "is one year
THE MOORE MUSIC CO., Inc.
in the penitentiary or $500 fine, or both, within
1345 Broadway, New York City
the discretion of the Court. But our procedure
under the Penal Code does not deprive us of tho
right to sue civilly also, and this means damages
of no small amount. Special Deputy Assistant
JEROME H. REH1CK & CO.
District Attorney Gray, who has been assigned
ANNOUNCE
by District Attorney Jerome, in charge of the case
"MY IRISH MOLLY O"
for the prosecution, is aiding us to the full ex-
BY JEROHE & SCHWARTZ
tent of his power, and that is not inconsiderable,
The terrific hit in "Sergeant Brue," sung
as subsequent events will prove."
by Blanche Ring, and other big hits by Je-
STERN ACQUIRES SUTTON CATALOGUE.
rome & Schwartz.
, Joseph W. Stern & Co. have acquired the sole
JEROriE H. REHICK & CO.
selling agency for the United States and Canada
DETROIT and CHICAGO.
of the Sutton catalogue, until recently controlled
45 West 28th Street,
-
NEW YORK
by Harry O. Sutton, who is now associated with
Joseph W. Stern & Co., in their professional de-
partment. The catalogue includes several excel-
lent son^s and instrumental numbers, among
GREAT SUMMER HIT!!
which may be mentioned a charming waltz song
" M E E T ME DOWN AT LUNA, L E N A "
entitled "Rosie Magee," and a characteristic com-
Biggest Season Song on the Market ! Get it!
position entitled "Cotton Pickers' Rag." Jean
" D O DROP IN AT DEW-DROP I N N "
Lenox and Mr. Sutton have contracted to write
Charming Waltz Song! A Hit!
with the firm exclusively for a number of years.
"BUSTER BROWN"
In his latest effort, "When the Bell in the
Cartoon Song. Hit in "Buster Brown" Pro-
Lighthouse Rings," Alfred Solman has demon-
duction.
strated that he is a master in the art of writing
"AIN'T ANYBODY EVER COIN' TO B U Y "
a bass song. The new song is being featured
Latest Coon Song and a Winner!
with great success by Gus Reed, the famous bass
ADDRESS ALL ORDERS TO
singer with the Primrose Minstrels, and it gives
THEATRICAL
MUSIC SUPPLY CO.
every indication of being an immense hit. It
44 West 28th Street, New York
is published by Joseph W. Stern & Co.
SWEETHEARTS
FOREVER
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THE: MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
REVIEWOGRAPHS.
defense even in case of an assignment. Von
Tilzer, who is regarded as a pretty gay boy as
A motion for the appointment of a receiver, on well as a clever and prolific popular song writer
behalf of Harry 0. Sutton et al. against "F. W. of international reputation, was excoriated by
Helmick, for the Theatrical Music Supply Co., the plaintiff's lawyer, who also applied a few cor-
44 West 28th street, New York, was argued in rosive epithets, which the musical defendant per-
the Supreme Court, Special Term, Part 1, Tues- haps did not relish any too well. His motion
day. Decision was reserved. Sutton and otherb prevailed, however.
were partners of Helmick in the concern, the
latter looking after the active management in
Jay Witmark, of M. Witmark & Sons, who left
great part.
New York Saturday last for a short sea trip to
Portland, and a brief stay at the Maine resorts, to
The associated New York publishers are becom- secure much needed rest, will be back to his post
ing a solidarity of power and influence. Eleven Monday. Matters demanding his personal atten-
of the leading houses are so far on the roll of tion on the following day, in connection with the
honor, and when $5,000 were asked for last week music piracy cases, require his quick return.
that amount was pledged in five minutes, and the
checks from the respective houses were prompt-
The Vincent Bryan Music Co., whose $100,000
ly received the following morning by the treas- incorporation was noted in last week's Review,
urer. They mean business this time, and no mis- have leased the second floor in the Hurry Build-
take.
ing, 6 West 28th street, New York, for offices. The
officers and directors are: Vincent Bryan, Martin
Harry von Tilztr, who was sued Friday last in Waters, L. J. Lippmann.
the City Court, New York, on an assigned claim
to recover $1,500 on two checks, set forth that
A. H. Goetting, the king pin jobber of the
he gave the checks to cover losses he sustained country, with headquarters at Springfield, Mass.,
while playing roulette at Hot Springs, Ark., Jan- has notified the trade that Fred W. Helmick is
uary 12 and 14, and therefore he denied they no longer manager of the Enterprise Music Sup-
were given "for value or for any consideration ply Co., 46 West 28th street, New York, his prin-
whatever," Hence he offered this as a complete cipal branch house. Mr. Helmick severed his con-
nection Saturday last, George L. Standin, his
successor,
traveled New York State and New Eng-
POPULAR SONG and INSTRUMENTAL HITS
land for the Enterprise Co., and recently entered
PETER PIPER MARCH
POLLY PRIM MARCH
the office. Mr. Goetting, who is said to regard
EGYPT
SHAME ON YOU
New York as a place of residence with a lack-
I WANT TO BE A SOLDIER
ZEL-ZEL
luster eye, will hereafter look more closely after
BIG INDIAN CHIEF
PEGGY BRADY
his affairs here in person in conjunction with
Mr. Standin, at least for the present.
LADY TEAZLE
MADCAP PRINCESS
RED FEATHER
ISLE OF SPICE
SAMBO GIRL
MAMA'S PAPA
Published by
JOS. W. STERN 6 CO.,
34 East Zlst St., New York
CHICAGO
LONDON
SAN FRANCISCO
OUR "NEW ISSUE"
PROPOSITION
Is of Interest to all dealers- we furnish
you with any quantity of our new?
thematic catalogues without charge.
We publish "Blue Bell," "Feelln* for
You," "What the Brass Band Played"
and other big hits.
Let us get In touch with you write us.
F. B. Havlland Pub. Co.
125 W. 37th Street, New York
THE
SELLING
MARCH
SONG OF 1905
"GOOD-BYE DIXIE' DEAR"
Other Hits
Kisses,
Easy Street,
Roses at Twilight,
The Mormon Coon,
A Bit O' Blarney,
Get Happy,
There's a Clock Upon the Mantel
Striking I, 2, 3.
PUBLISHED BY
SOL BLOOM
New Amsterdam Theatre Bldg.,
SURE SELLERS!
N E W YORK
From iKe latest operatic novelty.
SURE SELLERS!
An Hmphatic Success.
The Squirrel's Picnic
Selection
Now Playing at the Colonial Theatre, Boston.
VOCAL
Honeymoon Hall
My Party
Hang Together
My Combination Girl
It is the English
Lily White
Sitting on the Starboard Tack
Fol de Iddley Ido
Who Makes the Finest Ginprer Bread? On a Desert Island with the
One You Love
The Innocent Games of Childhood
INSTRUMENTAL
Waltzes
March
Score
The Phantom Brigade
Order Immediately; They'll surely be called for.
Witmark Building
NEW
YORK
author of the compositions, "I Don't Want to Be
a Sailor," which was the feature of "Kafoozelum"
in Boston, as well as Chicago. He is also respon-
sible for "Hiram Green," another important inter-
polation in the same production; and last, but not
least, is the author of the reigning ballad success,
"When the Sun Sinks in the Golden West," which
is now sung in two of the principal minstrel or-
ganizations in this country, to-day: Geo. Prim-
rose's and Lew Dockstader's Minstrels. Mr. Gil-
lespie will be away for the next three months, but
hopes to return in time for the Christmas holi-
days.
NEWS FROM THE TWIN CITIES.
Kenny's Latest Publications—Pillsbury Co.
May Remove to New York—Day & Mad-
dens' Latest.
(Special to The Review.)
Minneapolis, Minn., August 7, 1905.
Ralph Kenny, the solo trombonist and com-
poser of the instrumental hit, "Yokohana," has
left for Chicago, where he is to fulfill an engage-
ment of a week. While there he will visit the
Chicago publishers, for the purpose of interesting
them in some of his compositions, as well as
some vocal work by himself in collaboration with
Oscar F. G. Day, of The Tribune, who wrote the
words to "My Octoroon Lady," "My Jap From
Tokio," Jessie Bartlett Davis' song, "When I Am
Yours," and "On a Holiday." The two make a
fine team, and they hope, to land with one of the
Chicago houses.
Considerable excitement has been caused by the
fact that Vice-President Greenleaf, of the Pills-
bury-Dana Co., has been missing from his office
for nearly a week. The employes are worried, as
orders have piled up, and everything is at a
Frank Haviland, the genial president and gen- standstill, President Pillsbury being in New York
eral manager of the F. B. Haviland Publishing attending to business there. It is hinted that the
Co., New York, expressed himself more forcibly business is to be removed to New York, because of
than is his wont the other day to The Review the publications issued by the firm, which the pro-
regarding the publication in the newspapers of fession in New York has taken to with great
matters bearing on the recent music piracies. His avidity.
firm has been the heaviest, sufferer by these al-
The John Church Co. are considering the big
leged depredations, two of their big hits, "Blue
sacred song, "The Heavenly Voice," by Day and
Bell"' and the "kittle Boy Called Taps," figuring Madden, of Minneapolis. The young men have
in the case that comes up Tuesday. A suspicion offers for its publication, but are waiting the de-
•that some trade newspaper men were mixed up cree of the big song house before accepting any
in the scheme led Frank to say things that he other offer.
would otherwise have expressed less emphatical-
ly; but as The Review happened to be the first
SOL BLOOM'S MUSIC SCORING.
newspaper envoy to appear on the scene after the
arrests, he was called upon to listen to a tirade
"Carissima," a high-class waltz song, is now
on "injudicious publication" and "harmful stories issued in two keys for the convenience of singers
to the interests of the publishers" that The Re- and buyers of music; in fact, there is already a
view deserved least of all. His suggestion that big demand for the new edition of the song.
a species of censorship should be established over
Dorothy Rendall, who is well known to the
the music trade press is preposterous, however, audiences of the various vaudeville theatres of
for common sense and good judgment always pre- the country, is scoring heavily with Raymond A.
vail in these columns, even at the expense of
Browne's song, "I'm Looking for a Sweetheart."
questionable enterprise. Mr. Haviland should
One of the big features of the Klaw & Er-
preserve the "vials of his wrath" to pour out on langcr review at the Aerial Gardens, New York,
other heads more deserving the dose. As a mat- is the song, "Eeny, Meeny, Meiny Mo," which is
ter of fact, publishers are more inclined to cen- sung by Eddie Leonard. At every performance of
sure the music trade papers than any other jour- the review, which is known as "Lifting the Lid,"
nals with which they come in contact, and for the song takes from eight to twelve encores, hav-
less cause. Yet they are honest and charitable, ing been elaborately staged by Nel Weyburn,
even under great provocation at times.
who uses almost the entire company in the sup-
port of Mr. Leonard. The song is by Kenneth S.
For the second time in three months, Henry A. Clark, whose opera, "The Pretenders," is a
Gillespie crossed the pond to look after his in- Princeton classic, and who has also written other
terests on the continent. Mr. Gillespie is the numbers for Sol Bloom, who publishes all the
above mentioned music.
"THE PEARL AND THE PUMPKIN" ""aft.**-
Jack o'Lantern Joe
Come, My True Love
When the Moon is in the Sky
(Shadow song.)
The Daughter of Annie Rooney
A String of Pearls
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1VI. Witmark & Sons
Schiller Building
CHICAGO. ILL.
"TAMMANY" THE CRAZE.
From Astoria, Ore., comes the news that tran-
scriptions of the popular craze, "Tammany," are
being sung to loud applause at each performance
in the Star Theatre, that city, by Glenroy and
Russel. These transcriptions, or paraphrases,
which were written by Herman Wise, are in
praise of the B. P. O. Elks and the Eagles. Mr.
Wise has also written a paraphrase of local in-
terest in Astoria of "I Can't Do that Sum," from
"Babes in Toyland." Glenroy and Russel are
singing this also. Both the songs referred to are
originally Witmark publications.

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