Presto

Issue: 1920 1766

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PRESTO
May 29, 1920.
BIG MAGAZINE HELPS
TO DEMOCRATIZE MUSIC
Readers to the Number of 1,600,000 Are Told of
Work of Bureau for the Advancement of Music.
"If the National Bureau for the Advancement of
Music keeps up its good work, as it has every in-
tention of doing, the impetus that the war gave to
the musical development of this country will not be
lost."
It is thus that Montanye Perry begins an appre-
ciative article on "Music for America" in the May
issue of the Pictorial Review. The publication of
this article in a magazine of large circulation is par-
ticularly gratifying. Like other progressive periodi-
cals the Review recognized the importance of demo-
cratic music in the life of the American citizen and
sought information of the Bureau for the Advance-
ment of Music as to what was being done to pro-
mote it.
"Now the National Bureau for the Advancement
of Music comes forward with practical plans for
developing both the understanding and the ex-
pression of music throughout the country," Mrs.
Perry continues." She comments on the movement
for the creation of a national music conservatory in
America, backed by grand-opera stars and othet
prominent persons interested in the growth of music
in this country. The part the National Association
of Music Merchants is taking in the matter is also
alluded to.
"Another activity which is being eagerly taken up
6 7 Years of Improved Effort Are
Behind Every Piano Turned Out by
CABLE&SONS
THE OLD RELIABLE
ESTABLISHED 1852
Factory and Off least
550-552 West 38th Street
NEW YORK
EVERY MAN. WHETHER
Directly or Indirectly Interested in
Pianos, Phonographs or the General
Music Trade
Should have the three booklets compris-
ing
PRESTO TRADE LISTS
No. 1—Directory of the Music Trades—
the Dealers List.
No. 2—The Phonograph Directory—the
Talking Machine List.
No. 3—Directory of the Music Industries
(Manufacturers, Supplies, etc., of
all kinds).
Price, each book, 25 cents.
The three books combined contain the
only complete addresses and classified
lists of all the various depart"
ments of the music indus-
tries and trades.
Choice of these books and also a copy of
the indispensable "Presto Buyer's Guide,"
will be sent free of charge to new sub-
scribers to Presto, the American Music
Trade Weekly, at $2 a year.
You want Presto; you want the Presto
Trade Lists. They cost little and return
much. Why not have them?
Published by
Presto Publishing Co.
407 So. Dearborn St.,
CHICAGO, ILL.
in many schools is the Music Memory Contest,"
writes Mrs. Perry. "For several weeks before the
contest the participants are trained in listening to a
selected list of one hundred classics. At the con-
test they are required to identify by name and com-
poser a certain number of the list of selections pub-
lished at the beginning of the contest."
QUALITY FIRST
AND
TRUE-TONED PIANO DEMANDED
FOR MUSICAL TRAINING
FIRST QUALITY
Ear Must Be Trained to Distinguish Variations of
Tone.
Jesse French & Sons Piano Co.
The Cable Piano Company, Chicago, in its late
advertising, says:
Teachers of piano everywhere agree that the
progress of the student depends to a large degree
upon the kind of practice piano used.
The student's ear must be trained to accurately
distinguish the fine variations of tone, and in this
training a true-toned instrument is most essential.
Cable-made pianos possess a tone both true and
beautiful.
Years of concentration on the tone problem have
resulted in the development of a remarkably true
and perfect tone—which has given to Cable-made
instruments the enviable, world-wide reputation they
enjoy.
SLOW SPRING AFFECTING TRADE.
T. J. Mercer, of the Gulbransen-Dickinson Com-
pany, Chicago, has returned to the office of the
company from a trip through Iowa. He said that
the wheat crop and other cereals give fine promise
of a coming abundant harvest, but that farmers
in Iowa and farther southwest are complaining
about the backwardness of the weather which pre-
vents the planting of corn. Mr. Mercer said a
great deal of the corn land had not yet been plowed.
In other years at this time the corn in Iowa was
through the ground, from four to"six inches tall.
Even should the weather warm up now, it will
crowd the farmers greatly to get their corn in and
cultivated once or twice before their wheat harvest,
which usually comes in the latter part of June in
that region, is upon them. A good crop of wheat,
however, will save the day and make money plen-
tiful for piano trade next fall.
SONG SUCCESS IS FEATURED.
Forster Music Publisher, Inc., 215 S. Wabash ave-
nue, Chicago, is enjoying the enthusiastic co-opera-
tion of many prominent music stores throughout
the U. S. in featuring the song hit, "I Love You
Sunday," in striking, attractive, sales-producing win-
dow displays. One well-known merchant has stated
that this song lends itself particularly well to show
window display—because it suggests all kinds of
original, snappy, illustrative ideas that attract the
attention of passing crowds and produce profits.
The song is by Charley Straight, Wizard of the
Ivories, famed in the world of music-rolls and
phonograph records. The Imperial Player Roll Com-
pany has made a big scoop in placing this selection
on its June release, and will feature it in an exten-
sive newspaper and magazine advertising campaign.
FACTORIES at New Castle, Ind.
AUSTRALIAN OFFICE:
94 Pitt St, Sydney, N. S. W.
"A Name Well Known Since 1175"
STEGER
Steger & Sons
Leads
Others Follow
STEGER BUILDING
Jackson and Wabash
The Piano Center of America
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
KEEPS FAITH WITH CUSTOMERS.
"A man is known by the way he keeps his word,
and so is a business," says the J. W. Jenkins Sons'
Music Co., Muskogee, Okla. This is added: "You
trust a man whom you know has always kept his
word, and exactly the same is true about a business
house. The Jenkins house has kept faith with the
people of the Southwest for more than 40 years. You
can rely on what is told you about piano values if
you are at Jenkins.' We are always glad to place
our knowledge of things musical and our long ex-
perience at your disposal. If you are in doubt about
a musical instrument, come and see us."
VALUE OF ASSOCIATION.
There can be no doubt that trade associations are
of great value in several respects, says London
"Music." In the first place, they obviously create
a friendly feeling between competitors, and result in
improved methods of trading. Consultation between
members on matters vitally affecting the interests
of all must result in increased knowledge as to cost-
ing and selling methods, and bring about the pool-
ing of information, which, in the absence of an as-
sociation, is practically impossible.
IMPROVEMENTS AT LAMB
CO.
The Lamb Piano Company, Cairo, 111., has put in
two booths to handle its phonograph business and
has greatly enlarged the space in its piano display
room. It has now a dozen pianos on the floor and
expects to have two grands in within a few days.
It has done a good business in the four weeks that
it has been open on lower Commercial avenue.
AMERICAN
PIANO SUPPLY
COMPANY
Felts, Cloths, Hammers,
Punchings, Music Wire, Tun-
ing Pins, Player Parts, Hinges,
Casters.
A Full Line of Materials for Pianos and
Organs
When in Need of Supplies
Communicate with Us.
American Piano Supply Co.
110-112 E. 13th St.
New York
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PRESTO
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May 29, 1920.
THE PRESTO'S WANT ADVS.
PLAYER MEN W A N T E D .
Assemblers and testers, who know their business, for
employment in modern player action factory. Apply
In writing, stating the salary expected, age, experi-
ence, and whether married or single. Scott Player
Action Co., Racine, Wis.
TUNER A N D SALESMEN.
W A N T E D — T u n e r familiar with player-pianos; also piano
salesmen. Cable Piano Co., 604 S. Saginaw St., Flint,
Mich.
SALESMAN'S O P P O R T U N I T Y .
W e need a man who can go unaided and close the deal.
Hundreds of good leads—all new. We will consider
only high-class closer who knows the game, and for
this man we have an attractive offer and permanent
place in city of 30,000. State age and experience. Ad-
dress " T . , " care PRESTO.
TRAVELER WANTED.
W A N T E D — H i g h grade traveling representative in each
state, to sell one of the best known lines of player-
pianos, on a commission basis. Give full information
with first letter. None but men of high standing and
exceptional ability will be considered. Apply "Ability,"
care PRESTO.
PLAYER S A L E S M A N A N D T R O U B L E M A N .
W A N T E D — Well known manufacturer of high grade
player-pianos desires services of young man thor-
oughly familiar with player-piano mechanics who
can do everything in repairing, tuning and regulating
and has the personality and business qualities neces-
sary for wholesale salesman. Good opportunity. Ad-
dress "Trouble M a n , " care PRESTO, Chicago.
TO PHONOGRAPH I N D U S T R I E S . _ f
_
Buyer for Australian house, now in this country,"~desires
to get in touch with phonograph manufacturers and
supply industries who are prepared to accept orders
for prompt shipment. Address "Buyer," care of
PRESTO, Chicago.
T U N E R A N D PLAYER M A N .
__
WANTED—Experienced tuner and player man with some
salesmanship ability. We are located in a Wisconsin
city of 40,000. State salary wanted, experience and
reference in first letter. Address "Oshkosh," care
PRESTO Publishing Co., Chicago.
FACTORY S U P E R I N T E N D E N T .
WANTED—Position as superintendent; one who has had
25 years' experience and has worked at most all
branches of the business. Is now employed, but
wishes to make a change. Am not an office man, but
spend all my time in the factory looking after things.
Address "Factory Man," care PRESTO, Chicago.
F I F T Y - F I F T Y SALESMAN.
Can you go to the farmer and sell him a piano? Are you
willing to work. I have a live store, thoroughly es-
tablished, in central Wisconsin, selling jewelry, pianos
and phonographs. I am willing to split profits with a
hustler who can take over the managing and selling
of the music end of the business. I can finance all
you can sell. Answer "Box 15," care PRESTO, Chi-
cago.
SALES R E P R E S E N T A T I V E
Wanted in each state by old established manufacturer to
handle high grade talking machines as a side line on
a liberal commission basis. Address Box 28, care
PRESTO Publishing Co., 407 S. Dearborn St., Chi-
cago.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Can you go to the farmer and sell him a piano? Are you
willing to work? I have a live store, thoroughly es-
tablished, in central Wisconsin, selling jewelry, pianos
and phonographs. I am willing to split profits with
a hustler who can take over the managing and sell-
ing of the music end of the business. I can finance
all you can sell. Answer "Box 15," PRESTO Pub-
lishing Co., Chicago.
FACTORY T U N E R S , A T T E N T I O N !
Attention, factory tuners who want to learn player con-
struction.
Paid while learning.
Apply "Player-
Tuner," care PRESTO.
T U N E R A N D PLAYER R E P A I R E R .
W A N T E D — T u n e r capable of handling player-piano re-
pairs and adjustments, for work in our Illinois branch-
es. One preferred who is willing to live, in Central
Illinois. Give reference and salary expected. Ad-
dress "R. J. C , " Cable Piano Co., 301 S. Wabash
Ave., Chicago.
POSITION W A N T E D .
Ycung man, married, 30 years of age, wants position as
piano salesman. Seven years' experience. Best of
references furnished as to ability. Prefer position In
California or some other western state. Am at pres-
ent employed in Kentucky, but want to make a
change. Address K. Y., care of PRESTO.
TUNER AND PLAYER EXPERT.
POSITION W A N T E D — T u n e r and player expert of 15
years' experience wants to connect with a live dealer.
Address E. E. Brown, Nappanee, Indiana.
REGULAR S H I P M E N T S W A N T E D .
A successful "factory to home" piano house in the mid-
dle-east wants to make connection with some In-
dustry that can make regular shipments on terms of
absolute security. Must be good instruments, both
players and pianos. Business will be steady and sat-
isfactory. Address Distributors, care PRESTO, Chi-
cago.
PLAYER ACTION FOR SALE.
C O M P L E T E P L A Y E R . P I A N O A C T I O N , with patents.
This is absolutely one of the easiest pumping player
action on the market. Investigate and let us give
you a demonstration. Address "Investigate," care
PRESTO, Chicago.
VENEER HAND WANTED.
WANTED—Veneer hand. A good man to work as fore-
man in our veneer department. Write, giving experi-
ence, references and wages wanted. Address " V e -
neer Expert," care PRESTO.
P L A Y E R ACTION E X P E R T .
POSITION WANTED—Thoroughly competent and experi-
enced player action maker, now employed, would
make change-if conditions are suitable. Can satisfy
most exacting and has his own action of special ad-
vantages. Address "Player Expert," care PRESTO,
Chicago.
SALESMAN'S O P P O R T U N I T Y .
S A L E S M A N - M A N A G E R — I am looking for a live, honest,
capable piano salesman to help me run my piano store.
It has grown too big for me. I am located in a
wealthy city with a half a million population In the
middle west. A working partnership will be arranged
for the right man. No additional capital will be re-
quired. This is a real opportunity for a live hustler.
Address "Live Hustler," care PRESTO.
VENEER MAN
Veneer hand. A good man to
veneer department. Write,
ences and wages wanted.
care PRESTO, Chicago.
WANTED.
work as foreman in our
giving experience, refer-
Address "Veneer Hand,"
POSITION FOR P L A Y E R E X P E R T .
Good location wanted by a real player and automatic
man; fine tuner and action repairer; west preferred.
Address "Pneumatic Expert," care PRESTO, Chi-
cago.
PREFERS MISSOURI.
POSITION W A N T E D in Missouri or near St. Louis by
a thorough piano man, salesman, tuner or capable
of managing store. Will start on any reasonable
basis. Want to settle permanently. Am now em-
ployed. Write " J , " care of PRESTO.
" R E P R O D U C O " FOR SALE.
Reproduce electric driven, combination player piano and
pipe organ, two manuals, made by The Operators'
Piano Co. This instrument has had only a little use
and is as good as new. Plays regular 88-note rolls.
Will sell for $1,000. Address Holley Music House, Car-
roll, Iowa.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — L i v e - w i r e piano salesman. To such a man
we will furnish car and the highest grade of pianos
and player pianos; pay him good commission with
drawing account. Address "Live Wire," care PRES-
TO, Chicago.
STOCK FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—Common stock in the S. W . Miller Piano Co.,
Sheboygan, Wis. For particulars address R. H. Rob-
erts, Box 616, Berwyn, III.
Established 1867
RETAIL MANAGER WANTED.
WANTED—Experienced retail sales manager for a lead-
ing piano and music store in Denver, Colo. Splendid
opportunity in one of America's finest localities. A
boon to man requiring mountain climate for health
of self or family. Give past experience fully in first,
letter. Address "Experienced M.," care PRESTO,
Chicago.
ASSISTANT SALES MANAGER.
W A N T E D — A middle-western Steinway house desires the
services of a young man who is now employed as
salesman but wants a connection wherein he has a
chance to broaden, to act as assistant to sales man-
ager. Must have initiative, good moral habits and
some floor experience is advantageous. Give three
references and salary expected. Address "Mid-West,"
Care PRESTO, Chicago.
VARNISH FOREMAN W A N T E D .
WANTED—First-class varnish foreman. One who under-
stands coloring. Good wages. Apply to "Coloring,"
care PRESTO, Chicago.
T U N E R A N D REPAIR M A N .
W A N T E D — A competent tuner and repair man. Must
be sober and reliable as well as a first-class work-
man. Must be able to refinish pianos by quick method.
Well equipped shop and position should be worth
$250 per month to the right man. References in first
letter required. Address Southwestern Music Co
Corsicana, Tex.
MILL MAN W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — F i r s t class mill man. One with executive
ability and capable of taking charge of mill and piano
case shop in one of the largest piano factories. ADDIV y
"Mill Man," care PRESTO.
Strauch Bros.
All Well-posted Piano
Dealers and Salesmen
recognize the value of this name on a
Piano Action,
For more than 50 years it has been associ-
ated with the best products of the Piano
industry. It has always represented
Quality and Merit
When a Piano Action bears the name of
Strauch Bros, it is an additional guarantee
of the quality of the instrument containing it.
STRAUCH BROS.
Piano Ac tions, Hammers and Repairs
22 to 30 T e n t h Avenue
New York
TUNER AND PLAYER MAN.
An opening for a man who can tune and understands
player action work. This is an exceptional oppor-
tunity for a good live man. We carry the Aeolian
line of pianos, players and reproducing pianos. A d -
dress " E . B.," care of PRESTO Publishing Company,
Chicago.
DULL FINISHER WANTED.
WANTED—Experienced dull finisher capable of taking
charge of organization turning out nothing but dull
finished work. Good wages and plenty of chance for
advancement. Apply "Finisher," care PRESTO.
RETAIL SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Salesman wanted to sell pianos at retail in South Da-
kota. State experience, references and salary ex-
pected. B. E. Lovejoy, Redfield, S. D.
PLAYER EXPERT A N D TUNER.
Position wanted by mechanic of exceptional ability in all
branches of the player and automatic work. Fine
tuner and thorough action man. Years of the finest
experience. West preferred. Address "Player Me-
chanic," care of PRESTO, 407 S. Dearborn St., Chi-
cago, III.
INCREASES FACILITIES.
The T. E. Clark Music Company, Cape Girardeau,
Mo., last week moved from their old location at
120 Main street, to two doorG south to 116 Main
street. The movement was made to give more room
for the increased business and to be in a more up-
to-date place.
If you are not handling the
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Comprising Standard,
Classic and Teaching Music
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teachers in the country — Students, Accom-
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Public in general.
It is conveniently handled; arranged in
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The dealer is supplied with catalogs bear-
ing the business imprint which serves to
bring more customers to the store than any
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Our Jobbing Department is the largest and
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ply you with every want in the sheet music
line. We fill all orders the day they are
received.
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The Largest Sheet Music House
in the World
CHICAGO
NEW YORK
1501-13 E. 55th St.
145 W. 45th St.
Won't You Come Back
to Me, Dear?
A WONDERFUL WALTZ SONG
Send 2 c for Professional Copy
Orchestration, 25c—Regular Copy for Piano, 15c
Dealers ask for quantity price
D. LACOUR
210 Porter St.
DETROIT, MICH.
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204 West 34th Slree'
NEW YORK
Sole Makers of the New and Wonderful Model
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