Music Trade Review
Issue: 1906 Vol. 42 N. 14 - Page 10
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10
THE
WASHINGTONJ[N FIVE WEEKS.
MUSIC
TP?ADE
REVIEW
cago, 111.; Platt P. Gibbs, Chicago, 111.; G. Q.
Chase, San Francisco, Cal.
A prominent member of the association con-
tributes the following interesting dialogue on
association matters:
subject, and hearing of the success of other mem-
bers of the association who hold firmly to the
Only a Month and a Week Before Washing-
system. This system is right, and it can be
ton Will See the Great Gathering of Manu-
done. Profits are fair and business more hon-
facturers and Dealers—Committees Working
orably conducted.
Hard—Nomination of Officers for 1906 An-
Mr. 8.—Go on. What else is done at your an-
A URJLL ROOM TALK.
nounced—Interesting "Grill Room Talk" by
Two piano dealers met, and the following in- nual meetings? Is anything especially startling
a Prominent Member of the Association.
going to come up at the Washington meeting?
teresting conversation was overheard:
Mr. G.—Perhaps nothing startling. We are
Mr. GettogetJier.—Are you going to the meet-
In just one month and a week from the time ing of the Piano Dealers' Association at Wash- too harmonious to spring disintegrating ques-
tions. We meet together to promote the good
this issue reaches its subscribers, the city of ington, Mr. Staywayback?
Washington will witness the largest gathering " Mr. Stayicayback.—What is the use? I run of the trade, and do not look for freaks or admit
of piano manufacturers and piano dealers that my own business and do not need the association. measures that would be hurtful to the associa-
has ever been brought together in the history
Mr. Gettogether.—I think you are wrong in tion. We have passed the experimental stage.
of the world, if present indications may be taken your conclusion, for I believe we need to hear We do not legislate—we advise. We settle dif-
as a criterion. Already the reservations at the the trade topics discussed. At our meetings we ficulties and secure trade harmony—don't you
hotels in Washington have been phenomenal, and hear bright papers read, the economics of com- see? For example: There are dozens of strong
hotel proprietors are beginning to wonder how mercialism taught from the experiences of suc- and prosperous local organizations of the piano
they will accommodate the influx. On account cessful business men as related by them, and dealers all over the country that meet, some
of Congress still being in session at the time hear the reports of the various committees that monthly and others quarterly, for the discussion
of the two convention meetings, there will not have been at work during the year for the gen- of local trade evils, and the best methods for
be as many vacancies at the leading hotels as eral welfare of the trade. Here we meet the their elimination, and the general uplifting of
would be the case if Congress was not in ses- manufacturers, and the best men among the the piano business. These local organizations
sion. The fact, however, that this august body piano dealers, learn to know each other better, are largely the outcome of our national asso-
wiLl still be at work will be an attraction for and find out many good points that help to- ciation work, and it is very interesting to hear
hundreds of piano dealers who have never had wards success, and best of all, we learn how to their reports.
the opportunity of witnessing a session.
Mr. 8.—Oh, bosh! Local associations are no
avoid some of the evils and extravagances inci-
It is impossible at this early date to furnish dent to piano selling.
good. They are never permanent, but like
a detailed program of the events being prepared
Mr. Staywayback.—What
are some of the Jonah's gourd, spring up and die in a night.
for the dealers, but there will not be a minute points to be discussed at your Washington meet-
Mr. G.—There you are wrong. You croakers
to spare between business sessions. As already ing?
fail to give us credit for what we have accom-
announced, President Roosevelt will receive the
Mr. Gettogether.—Why, let me think. For one plished since our association has been in exist-
manufacturers and dealers; Vice-President Fair- thing, the inequality of freight charges, the clas- ence. We have advocated and fostered these
banks has also arranged some special entertain- sification of pianos, organs, car load lots, single local associations, and there are now many of
ment, and there will be entertainments by Con- piano shipments and excessive railroad charges, these organizations in flourishing condition,
gressmen and Representatives without end, to compared to articles of merchandise. I can as- especially in the larger cities.
say nothing of the opportunity to visit various sure you that much money has been saved to
Mr. 8.—What is the date of the Washington
departments of the government. The business the trade along this line already, running up meeting?
sessions of the convention will be teeming with into thousands of dollars, and we are working
Mr. G.—Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, May
topics of interest to dealers everywhere. Presi- to secure further concessions.
14th, 15th and 16th, and Washington is the ideal
dent Werlein and his committees have been work-
Another evil which we are gradually over- convention city. Come and join the association,
ing with the utmost zeal to make this the most coming is the infringement on territorial lines. send in your five dollars; it will cover the initia-
valuable meeting from every point of view. No We are securing the proper respect for mem- tion fee, all the degrees and the first year's dues,
dealer, however small, can afford to miss this bers' rights, and friendly settlement of differ- and includes the opportunity .of shaking hands
convention. Any who have not as yet joined ences when these rights are violated.
with the President of the greatest country on
should do so without delay, sending check for ?5
Mr. 8.—Well, those are good points; what else? the globe, also a visit to the department build-
with their application for active membership, or
Mr. G.—We have several others that we are ings, which are to be thrown open to us, and—
check for $3 with application for associate mem-
Mr. 8.—But, tell me, what does the association
correcting. For example, we are securing cleaner
bership, to Mr. Percy S. Foster, Secretary, 1327
advertising. The associations have this matter do about the nuisances in the trade? The prom-
F street, N. W., Washington, D. C.
in hand, and in a quiet way have secured more ises to tune new pianos for one and two years,
OFFICERS NOMINATED FOK 1906.
improvement along this line than the general guarantees for eternity, free lessons and other
The Nominating Committee announces the trade has any conception.
extravagant promises made by some dealers, as
nomination of the following officers for 1906:
well as trying to seduce salesmen from his neigh-
Mr. 8.—A good point.
President, J. P. Byrne, Chicago, 111.
Mr. G.—Yes. Then take the one price system. bor, and other practices of some dealers that are
First Vice-President, B. B. Crew, Atlanta, Ga. We have greatly dignified the trade by strong so hurtful to sound business principles and the
Second Vice-President, W. H. Currier, Toledo, resolutions and discussions on this subject, and right spirit of trade?
Ohio.
Mr. G.—I am glad you have asked the ques-
many dealers have been converted to the plan
Third Vice-President, C. A. Grinnell, Detroit, since the association has taken hold of the meas- tion. Of course, much credit must be given to
Mich.
ure. At the meeting we shall hear the reports our trade papers, which are a great power in
Fourth Vice-President, E. H. Droop, Washing- and experiences of the members adhering to helping along all these lines. They are striv-
ton, D. C.
the one price system and the success it brings. ing constantly to keep down these evils, but the
Secretary, Percy S. Foster, Washington, D. C. Why, sir! It is worth the expense and time of national and local associations are also speak-
Treasurer, D. E. Woolley, Philadelphia, Pa.
a trip to our meeting to hear about this alone, ing out in no uncertain terms against unneces-
Executive Board—R. T. Cassell, Denver, Colo.; for proof is shown that it is a conscience saver sary promises, and such practices as debase the
trade, and we are doing great good in reforms
C. R. Putnam, Boston, Mass.; J. T. Wamelink, and a money maker.
of these lines.
Cleveland, Ohio; J. P. Simmons, New Orleans,
Mr. 8.—Do you follow the system?
La.
Mr. 8.—Does the association have a grievance
Mr. G.—Yes, sir! And I was induced to adopt
Membership Committee—J. 0. Twitchell, Chi- it by listening to the strong papers read on the committee?
PROGRESSIVE DEALERS SHOULD
ORDER THIS STYLE WITH
ACTION 2OO.
N E W M A N B R O S . CO., CHICAGO
MANUFACTURERS OF HIGH-GRADE
PIANOS EEE ORGANS
TRY OUR ORGANS WITH THE PATENT REED
PIPE SET OF REEDS. THEY PRODUCE THE
PUREST PIPg QUALITY OF TONE OF ANY
REED ORGAN MANUFACTURED.
Our Pianos please all who appreciate the highest qualities of the most
scientifically constructed piano on the market. A trial 'will convince the
most critical of the superior qualities of our instruments.
FACTORY AND OFFICE:
8TYLE 86.
W. Chicago Avenue and Dix Street.
STYLE 12.
A LEADER IN COMPETITION
AMONG HIGH-GRADE PIANOS
10
THE
WASHINGTONJ[N FIVE WEEKS.
MUSIC
TP?ADE
REVIEW
cago, 111.; Platt P. Gibbs, Chicago, 111.; G. Q.
Chase, San Francisco, Cal.
A prominent member of the association con-
tributes the following interesting dialogue on
association matters:
subject, and hearing of the success of other mem-
bers of the association who hold firmly to the
Only a Month and a Week Before Washing-
system. This system is right, and it can be
ton Will See the Great Gathering of Manu-
done. Profits are fair and business more hon-
facturers and Dealers—Committees Working
orably conducted.
Hard—Nomination of Officers for 1906 An-
Mr. 8.—Go on. What else is done at your an-
A URJLL ROOM TALK.
nounced—Interesting "Grill Room Talk" by
Two piano dealers met, and the following in- nual meetings? Is anything especially startling
a Prominent Member of the Association.
going to come up at the Washington meeting?
teresting conversation was overheard:
Mr. G.—Perhaps nothing startling. We are
Mr. GettogetJier.—Are you going to the meet-
In just one month and a week from the time ing of the Piano Dealers' Association at Wash- too harmonious to spring disintegrating ques-
tions. We meet together to promote the good
this issue reaches its subscribers, the city of ington, Mr. Staywayback?
Washington will witness the largest gathering " Mr. Stayicayback.—What is the use? I run of the trade, and do not look for freaks or admit
of piano manufacturers and piano dealers that my own business and do not need the association. measures that would be hurtful to the associa-
has ever been brought together in the history
Mr. Gettogether.—I think you are wrong in tion. We have passed the experimental stage.
of the world, if present indications may be taken your conclusion, for I believe we need to hear We do not legislate—we advise. We settle dif-
as a criterion. Already the reservations at the the trade topics discussed. At our meetings we ficulties and secure trade harmony—don't you
hotels in Washington have been phenomenal, and hear bright papers read, the economics of com- see? For example: There are dozens of strong
hotel proprietors are beginning to wonder how mercialism taught from the experiences of suc- and prosperous local organizations of the piano
they will accommodate the influx. On account cessful business men as related by them, and dealers all over the country that meet, some
of Congress still being in session at the time hear the reports of the various committees that monthly and others quarterly, for the discussion
of the two convention meetings, there will not have been at work during the year for the gen- of local trade evils, and the best methods for
be as many vacancies at the leading hotels as eral welfare of the trade. Here we meet the their elimination, and the general uplifting of
would be the case if Congress was not in ses- manufacturers, and the best men among the the piano business. These local organizations
sion. The fact, however, that this august body piano dealers, learn to know each other better, are largely the outcome of our national asso-
wiLl still be at work will be an attraction for and find out many good points that help to- ciation work, and it is very interesting to hear
hundreds of piano dealers who have never had wards success, and best of all, we learn how to their reports.
the opportunity of witnessing a session.
Mr. 8.—Oh, bosh! Local associations are no
avoid some of the evils and extravagances inci-
It is impossible at this early date to furnish dent to piano selling.
good. They are never permanent, but like
a detailed program of the events being prepared
Mr. Staywayback.—What
are some of the Jonah's gourd, spring up and die in a night.
for the dealers, but there will not be a minute points to be discussed at your Washington meet-
Mr. G.—There you are wrong. You croakers
to spare between business sessions. As already ing?
fail to give us credit for what we have accom-
announced, President Roosevelt will receive the
Mr. Gettogether.—Why, let me think. For one plished since our association has been in exist-
manufacturers and dealers; Vice-President Fair- thing, the inequality of freight charges, the clas- ence. We have advocated and fostered these
banks has also arranged some special entertain- sification of pianos, organs, car load lots, single local associations, and there are now many of
ment, and there will be entertainments by Con- piano shipments and excessive railroad charges, these organizations in flourishing condition,
gressmen and Representatives without end, to compared to articles of merchandise. I can as- especially in the larger cities.
say nothing of the opportunity to visit various sure you that much money has been saved to
Mr. 8.—What is the date of the Washington
departments of the government. The business the trade along this line already, running up meeting?
sessions of the convention will be teeming with into thousands of dollars, and we are working
Mr. G.—Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, May
topics of interest to dealers everywhere. Presi- to secure further concessions.
14th, 15th and 16th, and Washington is the ideal
dent Werlein and his committees have been work-
Another evil which we are gradually over- convention city. Come and join the association,
ing with the utmost zeal to make this the most coming is the infringement on territorial lines. send in your five dollars; it will cover the initia-
valuable meeting from every point of view. No We are securing the proper respect for mem- tion fee, all the degrees and the first year's dues,
dealer, however small, can afford to miss this bers' rights, and friendly settlement of differ- and includes the opportunity .of shaking hands
convention. Any who have not as yet joined ences when these rights are violated.
with the President of the greatest country on
should do so without delay, sending check for ?5
Mr. 8.—Well, those are good points; what else? the globe, also a visit to the department build-
with their application for active membership, or
Mr. G.—We have several others that we are ings, which are to be thrown open to us, and—
check for $3 with application for associate mem-
Mr. 8.—But, tell me, what does the association
correcting. For example, we are securing cleaner
bership, to Mr. Percy S. Foster, Secretary, 1327
advertising. The associations have this matter do about the nuisances in the trade? The prom-
F street, N. W., Washington, D. C.
in hand, and in a quiet way have secured more ises to tune new pianos for one and two years,
OFFICERS NOMINATED FOK 1906.
improvement along this line than the general guarantees for eternity, free lessons and other
The Nominating Committee announces the trade has any conception.
extravagant promises made by some dealers, as
nomination of the following officers for 1906:
well as trying to seduce salesmen from his neigh-
Mr. 8.—A good point.
President, J. P. Byrne, Chicago, 111.
Mr. G.—Yes. Then take the one price system. bor, and other practices of some dealers that are
First Vice-President, B. B. Crew, Atlanta, Ga. We have greatly dignified the trade by strong so hurtful to sound business principles and the
Second Vice-President, W. H. Currier, Toledo, resolutions and discussions on this subject, and right spirit of trade?
Ohio.
Mr. G.—I am glad you have asked the ques-
many dealers have been converted to the plan
Third Vice-President, C. A. Grinnell, Detroit, since the association has taken hold of the meas- tion. Of course, much credit must be given to
Mich.
ure. At the meeting we shall hear the reports our trade papers, which are a great power in
Fourth Vice-President, E. H. Droop, Washing- and experiences of the members adhering to helping along all these lines. They are striv-
ton, D. C.
the one price system and the success it brings. ing constantly to keep down these evils, but the
Secretary, Percy S. Foster, Washington, D. C. Why, sir! It is worth the expense and time of national and local associations are also speak-
Treasurer, D. E. Woolley, Philadelphia, Pa.
a trip to our meeting to hear about this alone, ing out in no uncertain terms against unneces-
Executive Board—R. T. Cassell, Denver, Colo.; for proof is shown that it is a conscience saver sary promises, and such practices as debase the
trade, and we are doing great good in reforms
C. R. Putnam, Boston, Mass.; J. T. Wamelink, and a money maker.
of these lines.
Cleveland, Ohio; J. P. Simmons, New Orleans,
Mr. 8.—Do you follow the system?
La.
Mr. 8.—Does the association have a grievance
Mr. G.—Yes, sir! And I was induced to adopt
Membership Committee—J. 0. Twitchell, Chi- it by listening to the strong papers read on the committee?
PROGRESSIVE DEALERS SHOULD
ORDER THIS STYLE WITH
ACTION 2OO.
N E W M A N B R O S . CO., CHICAGO
MANUFACTURERS OF HIGH-GRADE
PIANOS EEE ORGANS
TRY OUR ORGANS WITH THE PATENT REED
PIPE SET OF REEDS. THEY PRODUCE THE
PUREST PIPg QUALITY OF TONE OF ANY
REED ORGAN MANUFACTURED.
Our Pianos please all who appreciate the highest qualities of the most
scientifically constructed piano on the market. A trial 'will convince the
most critical of the superior qualities of our instruments.
FACTORY AND OFFICE:
8TYLE 86.
W. Chicago Avenue and Dix Street.
STYLE 12.
A LEADER IN COMPETITION
AMONG HIGH-GRADE PIANOS
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