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THE MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
combined conventions of the National Piano
Manufacturers' Association and the National As-
For the Association—New Grist of News Siz-
sociation of Piano Dealers of America for 1906
zling Hot from the Press Committee's Chair-
will be the greatest representation of the piano
man—Convention Committee Work Progress-
manufacturing and retail industries the world
ing Rapidly—The New Membership Button
has ever known, and no dealer can afford to miss
Ready for Distribution—Platt P. Gibbs' Per-
this annual opportunity to greet "the soldiers for
sonally Conducted Palace Pullman Train.
musical advancement."
President Werlein, in connection with his corps
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of efficient officers and committees, is working
The members of the various committees of the constantly for the success of this great meeting.
National Association of Piano Dealers of Amer- He has devoted hours of his valuable time daily
ica are working like beavers to complete the to convention affairs, and has spent days and
multitudinous details of arrangement for the weeks traveling to various sections of the coun-
forthcoming convention at Washington, D. try. During the past week he has visited Wash-
C, May 14th, lath and 16th, and rapid ington, Boston, New York, Philadelphia and re-
progress is resulting. In the course of turned to his home via Washington, all in the
a week or ten days Secretary Percy S. interest of the coming convention. His enthusi-
Poster will probably have sufficient information asm is loyal, and his administration deserves the
in hand to enable him to issue the official pro- highest praise and widest support. He reason-
gramme, including the topics for discussion, the ably anticipates meeting, not hundreds, but thou-
suggested changes in the Constitution and By- sands, of dealers during the Washington meet-
Laws, the nominations of 1906 and full details ing. There should be enthusiasm from every
as to transportation and hotel facilities.
quarter.
WHOOPINO THINGS UP
CONSULTATION OF JOINT BANQUET C'OMMITTKE.
PLATT'S PERSONALLY CONDUCTED TRAIN.
On Friday, April 6, the Joint Banquet Commit-
As in former years, that monumental mani-
tee of the National Piano Manufacturers' Asso- festation of enthusiasm, Peerless Progressive
ciation and the National Association of Piano Painstaking Platt P. Gibbs is organizing a spe-
Dealers of America held a conference at the cial Pullman train to leave Chicago in time to
office of Mr. Charles H. Parsons, New York City. reach Washington for the opening of the manu-
Those present representing the Manufacturers' facturers' convention May 10. This train will lie
Association were Mr. Paul Mehlin, President; composed of the finest vestibule, electric lighted
Mr. Charles H. Parsons; Mr. Wm. Dalliba Dut- cars that ever left the Pullman shops. Every
ton; Mr. Herbert W. Hill, Secretary. Represent- contrivance for the comfort and convenience of
ing the dealers' committee were Mr. .1. A. Coffin the travelers will be provided. Special enter-
and Mr. D. E. Woolley. After considerable dis- tainment, for which the Peerless Platt is re-
cussion as to the banquet, the representation of nowned, will, as usual, be a feature. All the
the Manufacturers' Association decided that in- former patrons of this personally conducted tour
asmuch as the sessions of their association would will be in the party. Those who go otherwise
conclude on Saturday, May 12, thereby releasing will miss the time of their lives. Seriously, Mr.
their members from official duty, it would Gibbs is making great preparations for this spe-
hardly be advisable for them to assume any of cial train, and wishes at once a list of members
the responsibilities of the banquet, although it who desire to join the party this year. All mem-
is the full intention of all members of the Man- bers who will go to Washington via Chicago
ufacturers' Association who may remain in should at once write Mr. Platt P. Gibbs, 261
Washington to attend the sessions of the dealers' Wabash Ave., Chicago, 111., for full information.
convention to participate individually in the Members are again reminded that when pur-
banquet. This action leaves the affairs of the chasing tickets for Washington, In order to se-
banquet entirely in the hands of the dealers' cure the special rates offered by the various traf-
committee. The latter committee, composed of fic associations it will be necessary for them to
Mr. J. A. Coffin, Mr. E. H. Droop. Mr. G. Wright pay straight railroad fare one way and at the
Nicols and Mr. D. E. Woolley, met in Washing- same time secure a certificate which will be
ton on Tuesday, April 10, and as a result of their endorsed at Washington and entitle them to re-
conference the members are promised an entirely turn fare for one-third regular rate. This is
satisfactory event. This promise covers the important and must not be overlooked by mem-
quality and service of the menu, as well as the
brilliancy of the orators selected from the best
A VIRGINIA INCORPORATION.
talent of the Manufacturers' and Dealers' As-
sociations, and notable speakers of political life
Harlow, Bailey & Co., of Petersburg, have been
will be heard. In all probability Vice-President incorporated with the authorities of the state of
Fairbanks will be able to arrange his engage- Virginia, with a capital of $10,000 for the purpose
ments so that he may be present. The commit- of handling and manufacturing musical instru-
tee suggests that all members anticipating at- ments, furniture and other household specialties.
tending the convention and banuqet should at The incorporators are: S. P. Jones, president,
once notify the secretary, Mr. Percy S. Foster, Barton Heights, Va.; W. O. Bailey, treasurer, and
as such action will greatly facilitate the details Geo. P. Harlow, secretary, both of Petersburg,
of arrangement.
Va.
Secretary Percy S. Foster announces that he
has just received the first consignment of the
FAILED TO STRIKE WATER.
new association emblems in the form of a button.
They are of solid gold, embellished with the de-
After spending a large sum of money in sinking
sign submitted and decided upon at the Put-in- an artesian well to the depth of 505 feet without
Bay convention. Each button is numbered, and striking water, the Lester Piano Co., whose plant
should be worn only by members in good stand- is at Lester, has decided to get its supply of water
ing. By the use of the number it will serve at from Long Hook Creek. The company will con-
the convention as an identification number used struct a three-inch pipe line from its plant to the
in connection with the membership list. These Ftream, which is a distance of about 1.300 feet.
buttons will be furnished to members at the ex-
act cost of manufacture, $1.50 each. Those mem-
At the very interesting piano recital given by
bers who have already paid their dues may Ernest R. Kroeger, the well-known composer and
secure them at once by sending check for the teacher, at the Musical Art Building Hall, St.
cost to Mr. Foster. Those who have not as yet Louis, March 30, the Everett piano was used.
paid their dues should add the $1.50 to their He displayed its remarkable tone charms in a
membership fee. of $5.00 and forward immedi- very delightful programme. He was assisted by
ately to the secretary. All dues should be paid I. L. Schoen, violinist. The Everett piano is
before the next meeting of the executive com- handled in St. Louis by the Val A. Reis Music
mittee in order that none may be reported as Co., 1210 Olive St.
delinquents.
All members are urged at this time to see that
E. W. Corey, of Herkimer, N. Y., has moved
those dealers eligible to membership in their re- into new quarters in that city, where he has
spective localities join the great movement. The larger and more central quarters.
iMore profits on
less capital
That is one of the most
telling points in favor of
the Victor when compared
with the sale of pianos.
The Victor is certainly
easier to sell than pianos
and the profits on Victor
Records are away ahead of
what you make on sheet
music. But this trade will
also help the sale of S. M.
andyourothersmall goods.
We create an immense
demand for
Victor
Talking Machines
and Records
through our e x t e n s i v e
magazine advertising—the
Victor is brought to the
attention of 49,000,000
readers every month.
Just think of the field
that is open to you—every
other person in the United
States a prospective pur-
chaser.
It's time for you to get
busy. Start the ball rolling
by writing to-day for full
particulars.
Victor Talking Machine
Company
Camden,
N. J.