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Presto

Issue: 1928 2185

June 16, 1928
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PRESTO-TIMES
sical instruments and other household goods do not
disintegrate so rapidly as they do in excessively dry
houses and apartments, has been announced by A. H.
Effective Devices Manufactured by the A. L. White Landwehr, president of the Holland Furnace Co. of
Holland, Mich. Among the objects of far-reaching
Manufacturing Company Are Profit Makers.
importance which the Institute will investigate and
Among the specialties of the A. L. White Manu- upon which it will enlighten the public will be the
facturing Company, 215 Englewood avenue, Chicago, humidity-levels at which furniture, the sounding
are practive keyboards which, besides a wide use in boards of pianos and similar home furnishings are
established schools and with teachers, have a fast adversely affected, and methods of prevention.
increasing demand for massed piano class purposes in
connection with piano stores.
DRUMMOND McKAY, SOLOIST.
The spread of the piano playing contests have nat-
Drummond
McKay, advertising manager for Frank
urally increased the interest of teachers and dealers
llolton & Co., band instrument manufacturers, at
in these devices and many dealers are now adding
Elkhorn, Wis., was one of the men in charge of the
to their profits by handling the line.
The A. L. White Mfg. Co.'s practice keyboards eighth floor display of that house at the Commodore
have use in homes as well as in schools, and else- during convention. Mr. McKay, who can knock
where. The practice keyboards facilitate study in a good boosting tune out of his typewriting machine,
playing in an admirable way, and the convenience, as can double in brass and toot a rousing solo on a
well as the effectiveness of the contrivances, insures Holton horn.
greater use for them.
ADDS BRUNSWICK LINE.
The A. L. White Mfg. Co. is known for its easy-
selling line of folding organs and school organs,
Announcement has been made by the Pearson Piano
whose dependable character is a guarantee of merit
Co., 128-130 North Pennsylvania street, Indianapolis,
in its other products.
that it has added a large and complete Brunswick
department to its store. The department will main-
tain full displays of the Brunswick Panatropes and
PIANOS AND HUMIDITY.
Radiolas, and an extensive stock of Brunswick rec-
Establishment of the Holland Institute of Ther-
mology with the object of improving the relative ords, with prompt order service, according to state-
humidity in the homes so that rugs, furniture, mu- ment made by John S. Pearson, secretary of the firm.
PRACTICE KEYBOARDS SELL
E . A. BOUSLOG, Inc.
2106 Boulevard Place, Indianapolis, Ind.
Piano Key Repairing, Best Grade of Work
Keys returned in 24 hours.
See advertisement on another page of this issue of Presto-Times.
REMICK SONG HITS
I Told Them All About You.
Keep Sweeping the Cobwebs
Off the Moon.
Who Knows.
I'll Think of You.
A Night in June.
Just Like a Butterfly.
Auf Wiedersehn.
Surrender.
Twing-a-Ling.
There's Somebody New.
Who's Blue Now.
Russian Doll.
Under the Sing Sing Sycamore
Tree.
You Gotta Be Good to Me.
Chicago
RESTAURANTS, CAFES and
A M U S E M E N T CENTERS
Style C-2
FROM THE BIGGEST
ORCHESTRION
BANG!—WE'RE OFF!
THE MAN THAT CATCHES ME MUST
HAVE THE GOOD HARD CASH
(Comic with Extra Verses)
Regular Trade Price—Retails at 35c
Write for Special Introductory Rates
(Unsold copies can be exchanged.)
J. S. UNGER MUSIC HOUSE, Publishers
Reading
.
.
.
Pennsylvania
PIANO KEY REPAIRING
KEYS RETURNED IN 24 HOURS
BEST GRADE IVORINE
RECOVERING
$8.00
BUSHING
3.50
SHARPS
2.50
NEW FRONTS
2.00
PLAYER ACTIONS REPAIRED
Prompt and efficient service
Striking Pneumatics
Air Motors, Governors, etc., Recovered
Detroit
E. A. BOUSLOG, Inc.
2106 Boulevard Place
INDIANAPOLIS, IND.
C. G. CONN, Ltd., Elkhart, Ind.
C. D. GREENLEAF, Pres.
J. F. BOYER, Sec'y
World's largest manufacturers of High Grade Band and Orchestra Instruments. Employs 1,000
expert workmen.
The most celebrated Artists use and endorse Conn Instruments.
Famous Bandmasters and Orchestra Directors highly endorse and recommend the use of the
Conn Instruments in their organizations.
Conn Instruments are noted for their ease of playing, light and reliable valve or key action;
quick response, rich tonal quality, perfect intonation, tone carrying quality, artisticness of design,
beautiful finish and reliable construction.
Conn Instruments are sent to any point in the U. S. subject to six days' free trial. Branch stores
er agencies will be found in all large cities. Write for catalogues, prices, etc.
C G. CONN, Ltd.
FOR
Over 1000 orders were filled the past month to
Professional Artist for this "Song." In every
State of U. S. A.
J. H. REMICK & CO.
New York
COINOLAS
DEPT. MS.
ELKHART, IND.
THE SMALLEST
KEYLESS
Manufactured by
The Operators Piano Co.
715-721 N. Kedzie Ave.
CHICAGO
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June 16, 1928
PRESTO-TIMES
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The Background
A BUSY ROLL
DEPARTMENT
PRESTO TIMES WANT ADVS.
OPENING FOR SALESMAN.
WANTED—Piano salesman for city; also one for country.
State age, experience and proposition wanted. A.
Hospe Co., Council Bluffs, Iowa.
WHOLESALE SALESMEN WANTED
We would like to get in touch with several high grade
piano salesmen who have had successful experience
in wholesale and retail selling. Our 1928 program calls
for expansion of sales effort and there is now an op-
portunity for men of the right calibre to join this
growing organization on a favorable working basis.
If you are looking for a permanent opportunity rather
than just a job, write us for an appointment, giving
your experience, reference and photograph if conven-
ient. Gulbransen Company, 3232 Chicago Ave., Chi-
cago.
TUNER-REPAIRMAN
Tuner-repairman; 12 years' experience on straights, play-
ers, grands and reproducers with sales experience de-
sires position in middle west. Address ''Middle West,"
care Presto-Times.
OPENING FOR PIANO SALESMAN
Wanted—Experienced piano salesman. We have large
territory and excellent line of pianos. Address direct.
Brown Piano Co., Pierre, S. D.
THE NEW
CAPITOL
WORD ROLLS
JUST RELEASED.
5003
Back in Your Own Back Yard—Fox Trot
5000 Beloved—Waltz
1994 Coquette—Fox Trot
1996 Dear, On a Night Like This—Fox Trot
1989
Girl of My Dreams—Waltz
1998 I Still Love You—Fox Trot
1990
(I Scream You Scream) Ice Cream—Fox
Trot
1993
If I Can't Have You—Fox Trot
1999
I'm Away from the World When I'm
Away from You—Waltz
POSITION WANTED.
Piano and music store manager of many years' experi-
ence, including highest grade lines. Know how to
operate every department successfully. Will accept
small compensation and share profits. Prompt cor-
respondence invited. Address "C-T2," care PRES-
TO-TIMES, Chicago, III.
TUNER WANTS POSITION.
POSITION WANTED—Experienced tuner and repairer
wants position with reliable music house.
Strictly
sober and reliable. Married. Address L. H. Rans-
berger, 664 S. Jefferson Ave., Marshall, Mo.
SALESMAN WANTED.
WANTED — First-class piano salesman for large and
prominent store in Detroit. Part time on floor. Ag-
gressive outside work also required. Good man can
do well. Tell all essential facts first letter. Address
CC-2, care PRESTO-TIMES Publishing Company.
EIGHT SALESMEN WANTED.
We want eight competent men who can handle a Ford
truck to help our dealers in Wisconsin territory. And
also to work direct for us in our own stores or
agencies. Address direct to Waltham Piano Co., 1623
Island Ave., Milwaukee, Wis.
ORGANS FOR SALE.
FOR SALE—Twenty good horse organs. Price $5.00 each
on our floor. Address "ZZ," care PRESTO-TIMES,
Chicago.
GROUP TEACHER.
WANTED—Position as special group lesson representa-
tive with large piano manufacturer. Very attractive
and inexpensive plan of campaign. Address "C. R.
M.," care PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chi-
cago, III.
MANAGER WANTS POSITION.
WANTED—Executive-manager wishes position with large
music house. Extensive retail and wholesale experi-
ence. Best of references. Address "C. R. M.," care
PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago, III.
5004 I Can't Do Without You—Waltz
5005
My Heart Stood Still—Fox Trot
1991 Let a Smile Be Your Umbrella—Fox Trot
Trot
1995- -Oh, Look at That Baby—Fox Trot
1988 Persian Rug—Fox Trot
5001
Play Gypsies, Dance Gypsies—Fox Trot
1997 The Sunrise—Fox Trot
1992 There Must Be a Silver Lining—Fox
Trot
USED PIANOS.
FOR SALE—Mixed carload of used pianos and players.
Prices $25 to $75. Calj and see them at our shop,
2214 S. Paulina St., Chicago. Cable Piano Company,
retail.
DESIGNER WANTED.
Nationally known piano manufacturer has opening for
high class man to take full charge of designing de-
partment. Applicants must be thoroughly familiar
with period design and decoration and capable of
initiating and suggesting designs which will harmon-
ize with high grade period furniture. Excellent salary
will be paid.
In replying give details relative to
qualifications. Applications held in strict confidence.
Write "G. M. M.," Box 9, care PRESTO-TIMES, 417
S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
ATTENTION, PIANO MANUFACTURERS!
WANTED—To get in touch with piano factory making
low price pianos for retail trade. All answers treated
in strict confidence.
Address
"Dealer,"
Box 8,
PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
CONSIGNMENT ACCOUNTS.
Party close to prominent and first-class piano manufac-
turing concern will supply instruments to reliable
parties and give local agencies. Can finance entirely
or aid in financing sales. Address "Finance," %
PRESTO-TIMES.
TUNER WANTS POSITION.
POSITION WANTED—By first-class tuner and reproducer
expert with sales ability. Will locate anywhere and
can start immediately.
Excellent references (late
leading English firm). Address "Tuner," Box 7-7,
PRESTO-TIMES.
POSITION WANTED
By man capable of managing general music business or
piano manufacturing seeks position. Extensive ex-
perience in retail, wholesale and manufacturing lines
with important music houses. First-class references.
Address "Manager," Box 8, PRESTO-TIMES.
PIANO TRAVELER WANTED.
Man to travel Pacific Coast on a strictly commission
basis for good line of commercial and quality grands.
Write immediately. Box " C , " care PRESTO-TIMES,
Chicago, III.
MANAGER SEEKS POSITION
Piano store manager seeks position in West. Now em-
ployed. Has been successful in present connection.
Address Box 321, PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn
St., Chicago.
WANTED FOR OFFICE.
WANTED—Young man about 30 years of age who has
had experience in office work and accounting with
consignment manufacturers. The position open is to
assist in the operation of a consignment business by
a large manufacturer and offers splendid opportuni-
ties for immediate advancement. Address "Oppor-
tunity, No. 1 , " care PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dear-
born St., Chicago.
SALES MANAGER WANTS POSITION.
WANTED—Position as manager or sales manager. Can
furnish A1 reference in regard to ability, honesty and
character. 15 years' experience as salesman, manager
and owner. 40 years of age. Married. One child.
Desire to make change on or before April 1, 1928.
Address " J , " care PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn
St., Chicago.
STORE FOR SALE.
Music store for sale in thriving northwest city. Annual
business, $60,000, $8,000 last year. Invoice, $10,000.
Address Box Q, % PRESTO-TIMES, 417 S. Dearborn
St., Chicago.
OPENS IN CHEROKEE, OKLA.
Coming to Cherokee, Okla., to open up a temporary
store some time ago, the Clark Music Co. of Enid
found such a rich trade territory that it was deemed
best to open a permanent store. This was done last
week when a lease was taken out on the Eastman
Building'. The Cherokee store is to be under the
management of M. L. Bardwell, who has conducted
the store there the past three weeks. A complete
line of pianos, talking machines and small instru-
ments will be kept in stock. A stock sheet music
will also be carried.
A N E W BRUNSWICK INCORPORATION.
J. D. Irving, Ltd., Buctouche, N. B., retailers in
musical instruments, has received a charter from the
New Brunswick government. The incorporators are
James D. Irving, president and founder; Kenneth C.
Irving and J. H. Irving, sons; W. rl. Xewcombe, all
of Buctouche. The capital stock in the company is
$49,900.
5002 Varsity Drag
Extra Choruses
A Longer Roll
Seventy-five cents
Printed Words
THE KOHLER INDUSTRIES
of NEW YORK
Hand Played
AFFILIATED COMPANIES
M
Made of the best materials
obtainable.
Will please your trade and
double your sales.
Quality and price make
Capitol rolls the deal-
er's best profit producer
\Xi n roll department.
'anufacturing for the trade
Upright and Grand Pianos Player Pianos
Welte Mignon (Licensee) Reproducing Pianos
De Luxe Player Actions
Standard Player Actions
Welte Mignon (Licensee) Reproducing Actions
Expression Player Actions
Piano Hammers
Bass Strings
Wholesale Chicago Office and Service Departments
Capitol Roll & Record Co.
721 N. Kedzie A?e., CHICAGO, ILL.
San Francisco Office
458 Phelan Building
KOHLER INDUSTRIES
1222
K I M B A L L L
CHICAGO
B U I L D I N G
(Formerly Columbia Music Roll Co.)
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