Music Trade Review
Issue: 1898 Vol. 26 N. 3 - Page 25
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THE MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
THE "SMALL GOODS" TRADE
The " Bay State " Wares.
Tonk's Immense Catalogue.
INTERESTING LITERATURE WHICH SHOULD BE
IN THE HANDS OF EVERY DEALER.
A WORK OF SOME 232 PAGES, HANDSOMELY
PRODUCED ABOUNDS IN INFORMATION
REGARDING TONK SPECIALTIES AND
ALMOST EVERY INSTRUMENT
MADE.
In The Review's recent note on the lit-
erature of 1897-8 in the several branches
of the music trade, mention was made of
the John C. Haynes & Co. publications.
Space at that time did not permit of any-
thing more than brief notice. These
special books—or more properly, booklets—
are well worthy of extended comment.
The firm, keeping up its best traditions,
has spared neither pains nor expense in
their preparation. In number, there are
six or more, each carefully written, judi-
ciously illustrated, and tastefully and artis-
tically bound in specially designed covers.
One, " T h e Value of Experience in
Zither Making," sixteen pages, illustrates
and describes with appropriate text vari-
ous zithers and harps, with cuts of Bay
State mandolins, guitars and banjos.
" T h e Banjo Player's Problem " is the title
of a second booklet, which contains nine
perfectly finished illustrations of "Bay
State" banjos, with descriptions.
"The Russian Idea," another work of
art, contains a very attractive double-page
picture of seven styles in "Bay State"
mandolins. They appear on a tinted back-
ground with specially designed borders.
"Practical Prestige," the name given to a
fourth issue, deals with "Bay State"
guitars. They are shown in seven styles
amid elegant surroundings.
"Fashion in Band Instruments" might
be taken next. In this work cornets,
trombones and other instruments of the
same class are pictured and described.
"Flute-making," considerably less elab-
orate in appearance than the others, con-
tains many forcible truths that artists
ought to know. Competition in the manu-
facture of string and band instruments is
remarkably keen nowadays, several of the
leading makes running each other very
close, but there is no doubt whatever as to
the great merits of the John C. Haynes &
Co. 's products. In prices and well-finished,
artistic work this firm have always given
entire satisfaction as evidenced in a large
and continually growing business.
MANDOLINS
GUITARS
ft We sell fa one deader onb m a aiuen.
Quaranteeinp aktoliUe. )>roazti071..
Ikrite for *** Wa j
^
BARROWS MUSIC CO MFGRS
S AGIN A W
MICH
Regina flusic Boxes.
WHAT AN ADMIRER HAS TO SAY OF THESE
INSTRUMENTS.
The new Tonk catalogue of musical mer-
chandise, long expected, has just been is-
An admirer of the Regina music boxes,
sued and, if possible, excels all the firm's
in
a recent conversation concerning the
previous efforts in this direction for gen-
relative
merits of those and other instru-
eral merit. The book contains 232 pages,
ments
in
the same class, expressed himself
nearly all of which are well illustrated.
strongly
as
to the Regina's claims. Some
Accordeons lead, the "Victoria" taking
of
his
auditors
differed in opinion, but he
precedence of others in elaborate finish.
told
them
that
was their privilege. He
Next among important sections is that of
could
only
say
what
he believed.
the "Euterpe" brass instruments. Four-
"The Regina is everything that is
teen styles of banjos follow these. Then
come clarionets, cymbals, and every other claimed for it," said he, with marked em-
form and style of instruments from C to Z. phasis. " I t has brilliancy and richness of
Besides the instruments, the various parts tone—essentials, you must admit, in a
good music box—and, what is equally es-
of each are shown and priced.
One of the Tonk specialties is the supply sential, it is so simple that it cannot get
of electrotype cuts for letterheads, enve- out of order. The variety of discs avail-
lopes, trade marks and advertising pur- able makes it possible to play any selection
poses generally. These cuts are accurately of classical or popular music at a moment's
depicted in the catalogue, giving ample notice. The discs themselves, being of
choice for dealers. The "American" steel, are durable to the verge of inde-
structibility, and the cases in which the
guitars also have a conspicuous place.
instruments are inclosed are gems of art.
Among leading features and Tonk spe-
"It is my pet instrument, and I don't
cialties having the Tonk tnule mark are the
believe
there's another that could give me
"Edwin" mandolins and "Edwin" guitars,
as
much
satisfaction."
which have become famous because of their
perfect tone, shape and finish. Music
Rettberg & Lange.
boxes are also found in abundance.
The "Serenetta," another new yet fa- Rettberg & Lange are beginning the
mous Tonk trade mark instrument, is illus- new year well. They are literally up to
trated in three styles. This instrument, their elbows in work. Piles of instru-
having the body of a guitar and neck and ments are within sight of all visitors.
head like a mandolin, has caught the popu- They are in every stage of preparation and
lar fancy and is having a large sale.
being made to order only. This speaks
"Beau Ideal" strings, for violins, banjos, well for the firm's ability and good name.
guitars and other string instruments, form
The engagement of Geo. Ilsen, of Ilsen
another Tonk trade mark specialty and is
& Co., Cincinnati, to Mrs. I. M. Stickney
now in big demand.
Like all musical merchandise catalogues, of this city is announced. The marriage
the Tonk Catalogue for 1898 represents a will take place at the Waldorf-Astoria,
tremendous amount of labor and a large March 3d.
financial outlay, running well into the
thousands of dollars.
Notwithstanding this, and the heavy
expenses for postage, Mr. Tonk teJls The
Review that he will cheerfully furnish
dealers with every possible facility for
knowing what the firm's products are in
Honor to Whom Honor is Due.
merchandise, stools and scarfs, etc., and
Twenty-seven highest awards and
medals granted to "Bay State" Guitars,
also for learning the prices asked for them,
Mandolins, Banjos, Zithers and Flutes,
and terms of payment.
are silent but eloquent testimonials of the
BANJEAUX
HIGHEST GRADE MANUFACTURED
justice to their ^patrons are good reasons
for prosperity, then this firm will have a
very successful year.
E. B. Baehr & Bro.
Eugene B. Baehr & Bro. are comforta-
bly located in their new quarters and there
are many indications of actual business in
all branches now and for a long time
ahead. If energy and a desire to do ample
superlative merit of these instruments.
Professional players and teachers in every
part of the East, West and South endorse
them.
CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED.
JOHN G. HAYNES & CO.,
New York,
BOSTON,
Philadelphia.
THE MUSIC TRADE REVIEW
THE "SMALL GOODS" TRADE
The " Bay State " Wares.
Tonk's Immense Catalogue.
INTERESTING LITERATURE WHICH SHOULD BE
IN THE HANDS OF EVERY DEALER.
A WORK OF SOME 232 PAGES, HANDSOMELY
PRODUCED ABOUNDS IN INFORMATION
REGARDING TONK SPECIALTIES AND
ALMOST EVERY INSTRUMENT
MADE.
In The Review's recent note on the lit-
erature of 1897-8 in the several branches
of the music trade, mention was made of
the John C. Haynes & Co. publications.
Space at that time did not permit of any-
thing more than brief notice. These
special books—or more properly, booklets—
are well worthy of extended comment.
The firm, keeping up its best traditions,
has spared neither pains nor expense in
their preparation. In number, there are
six or more, each carefully written, judi-
ciously illustrated, and tastefully and artis-
tically bound in specially designed covers.
One, " T h e Value of Experience in
Zither Making," sixteen pages, illustrates
and describes with appropriate text vari-
ous zithers and harps, with cuts of Bay
State mandolins, guitars and banjos.
" T h e Banjo Player's Problem " is the title
of a second booklet, which contains nine
perfectly finished illustrations of "Bay
State" banjos, with descriptions.
"The Russian Idea," another work of
art, contains a very attractive double-page
picture of seven styles in "Bay State"
mandolins. They appear on a tinted back-
ground with specially designed borders.
"Practical Prestige," the name given to a
fourth issue, deals with "Bay State"
guitars. They are shown in seven styles
amid elegant surroundings.
"Fashion in Band Instruments" might
be taken next. In this work cornets,
trombones and other instruments of the
same class are pictured and described.
"Flute-making," considerably less elab-
orate in appearance than the others, con-
tains many forcible truths that artists
ought to know. Competition in the manu-
facture of string and band instruments is
remarkably keen nowadays, several of the
leading makes running each other very
close, but there is no doubt whatever as to
the great merits of the John C. Haynes &
Co. 's products. In prices and well-finished,
artistic work this firm have always given
entire satisfaction as evidenced in a large
and continually growing business.
MANDOLINS
GUITARS
ft We sell fa one deader onb m a aiuen.
Quaranteeinp aktoliUe. )>roazti071..
Ikrite for *** Wa j
^
BARROWS MUSIC CO MFGRS
S AGIN A W
MICH
Regina flusic Boxes.
WHAT AN ADMIRER HAS TO SAY OF THESE
INSTRUMENTS.
The new Tonk catalogue of musical mer-
chandise, long expected, has just been is-
An admirer of the Regina music boxes,
sued and, if possible, excels all the firm's
in
a recent conversation concerning the
previous efforts in this direction for gen-
relative
merits of those and other instru-
eral merit. The book contains 232 pages,
ments
in
the same class, expressed himself
nearly all of which are well illustrated.
strongly
as
to the Regina's claims. Some
Accordeons lead, the "Victoria" taking
of
his
auditors
differed in opinion, but he
precedence of others in elaborate finish.
told
them
that
was their privilege. He
Next among important sections is that of
could
only
say
what
he believed.
the "Euterpe" brass instruments. Four-
"The Regina is everything that is
teen styles of banjos follow these. Then
come clarionets, cymbals, and every other claimed for it," said he, with marked em-
form and style of instruments from C to Z. phasis. " I t has brilliancy and richness of
Besides the instruments, the various parts tone—essentials, you must admit, in a
good music box—and, what is equally es-
of each are shown and priced.
One of the Tonk specialties is the supply sential, it is so simple that it cannot get
of electrotype cuts for letterheads, enve- out of order. The variety of discs avail-
lopes, trade marks and advertising pur- able makes it possible to play any selection
poses generally. These cuts are accurately of classical or popular music at a moment's
depicted in the catalogue, giving ample notice. The discs themselves, being of
choice for dealers. The "American" steel, are durable to the verge of inde-
structibility, and the cases in which the
guitars also have a conspicuous place.
instruments are inclosed are gems of art.
Among leading features and Tonk spe-
"It is my pet instrument, and I don't
cialties having the Tonk tnule mark are the
believe
there's another that could give me
"Edwin" mandolins and "Edwin" guitars,
as
much
satisfaction."
which have become famous because of their
perfect tone, shape and finish. Music
Rettberg & Lange.
boxes are also found in abundance.
The "Serenetta," another new yet fa- Rettberg & Lange are beginning the
mous Tonk trade mark instrument, is illus- new year well. They are literally up to
trated in three styles. This instrument, their elbows in work. Piles of instru-
having the body of a guitar and neck and ments are within sight of all visitors.
head like a mandolin, has caught the popu- They are in every stage of preparation and
lar fancy and is having a large sale.
being made to order only. This speaks
"Beau Ideal" strings, for violins, banjos, well for the firm's ability and good name.
guitars and other string instruments, form
The engagement of Geo. Ilsen, of Ilsen
another Tonk trade mark specialty and is
& Co., Cincinnati, to Mrs. I. M. Stickney
now in big demand.
Like all musical merchandise catalogues, of this city is announced. The marriage
the Tonk Catalogue for 1898 represents a will take place at the Waldorf-Astoria,
tremendous amount of labor and a large March 3d.
financial outlay, running well into the
thousands of dollars.
Notwithstanding this, and the heavy
expenses for postage, Mr. Tonk teJls The
Review that he will cheerfully furnish
dealers with every possible facility for
knowing what the firm's products are in
Honor to Whom Honor is Due.
merchandise, stools and scarfs, etc., and
Twenty-seven highest awards and
medals granted to "Bay State" Guitars,
also for learning the prices asked for them,
Mandolins, Banjos, Zithers and Flutes,
and terms of payment.
are silent but eloquent testimonials of the
BANJEAUX
HIGHEST GRADE MANUFACTURED
justice to their ^patrons are good reasons
for prosperity, then this firm will have a
very successful year.
E. B. Baehr & Bro.
Eugene B. Baehr & Bro. are comforta-
bly located in their new quarters and there
are many indications of actual business in
all branches now and for a long time
ahead. If energy and a desire to do ample
superlative merit of these instruments.
Professional players and teachers in every
part of the East, West and South endorse
them.
CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED.
JOHN G. HAYNES & CO.,
New York,
BOSTON,
Philadelphia.
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