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The Music Trade Review
NOVEMBER 3, 1928
Chicago and the Middle West
(Continued from page 11)
a line-up of all needed selections corresponding
to the picture to be shown. A sheet gives not
only the cue from the action x>r title on the
screen as well as the number of the phonograph
record, but also states definitely the number of
minutes or fraction thereof each particular
record is to be played to properly interpret that
portion of the film.
The Duo-Tone Sound Mirror is described as
consisting of two independently motored phono-
graph discs with two tone-arms fitted with all-
electric pick-up and amplification. The case is of
hand-rubbed satin-finish mahogany, ornated with
designs of Adam motif. Complete control of
sound volume is provided as well as an arrange-
ment lor immediately switching from one
record to the other without interruption. Thus
the cuing of the picture may be done to per-
fection. A jack is provided for inserting a
microphone plug coupled with a separate con-
trol switch.
Two reproducers or "horns'" are provided as
regular equipment and can be quickly attached
to the wall ;it the proper place within the the-
atre, "liehind the screen" and concealed instal-
lations of other kinds are frequently found desir-
able. A hammer and screwdriver are the only
necessary tools for making a full and complete
installation of the Duo-Tone thus making.it ex-
tremely simple.
Tonk Bros. Issues
New Supply Catalog
Publication of Volume on Piano Accessories,
Tuners' Tools and Action Supplies Includes
Addition of 300 New Items
Tonk Bros. Co., Chicago, announces the com-
pletion of a new catalog on piano accessories,
tuners' tools and action supplies, which is one
of the most complete catalogs of its kind.
The supply division of this company was also
purchased from Lyon & Healy when Tonk
I'ros. Co. took over the wholesale musical
merchandise department. Joe Kulicek, former
manager of the piano supply department of
Lyon & Healy, is continuing the successful
operation of this particular line of merchandise
so essential to the piano trade.
Mr. Kulicek, who entered the employ of Lyon
& Healy in 1907, is well known to the trade.
He formerly prepared the piano supply catalog
for Lyon & Healy. He announces that over
300 new items have been added to the new
Tonk Bros. book.
He has been appointed in charge of the new
department for Tonk Bros. Co. to fill the policy
of this house in giving prompt and efficient
service and maintain the high prestige which
Tonk Bros. Co. have attained in serving the
trade.
A New Kimball Upright Style
(See description page 11)
Annual Meeting of Chicago
P. & O. Association Nov. 8
Roger O'Connor, president of the Chicago
Piano & Organ Association, announces that the
annual meeting and election of officers will be
held Thursday November 8 at 12 P. M. The
meeting will take place at the Great Northern
Hotel and the officers will be elected following
the report of the nominating committee of
which Frank P. Whitmore of the W. W. Kim-
ball Co. is chairman.
Henry D. Hewitt a Quarter
Century With M. Schulz Co.
Henry D. Hewitt, the well-known sales mana-
ger of the M. Schulz Co., Chicago, is celebrat-
ing his silver jubilee with the company. Mr.
Hewitt joined the company twenty-five years
ago on October 25.
Although he started in the shipping depart-
ment, he has acted as trade ambassador for
Schulz pianos during the greater part of that
time and is one of the best-known men in the
piano trade. He has received many letters of
congratulations from
dealers and
friends
throughout the country upon the anniversary of
his connection.
Death of R. K. Maynard
The M. Schulz Co., Chicago were grieved to
learn of the sudden death of R. K. Maynard,
who has represented the Schulz line on the
Pacific Coast for the past ten year?. The com-
pany received a report that Mr. Maynard died
suddenly, Friday, October 26 at his home in
Pasadena, Cal.
William Straube Dies
William Straube, founder of the Straube
Piano Co., of Hammond, Ind., died October 22,
at his home, 5256 Fairmont avenue, Downers
Grove, 111. Funeral services were held October
24 with burial at Naperville, 111.
THE REVIEW'S UNIVERSAL "WANT" DIRECTORY
NY member of the music trade may
forward to this office a "position
wanted" advertisement intended
for this Department, to occupy four
lines agate measure, and it will be in-
serted free. Replies will also be for-
warded without cost. Additional space
charged at the rate of 25c per line. If
bold-faced type is desired, the cost for
same will be 25c a line, 7 words to a line.
"Help Wanted" advertisements will be
charged for at the rate of 25c per line.
Cash must accompany order.
Business Opportunities and. For Sale
advertisements inserted as display space
only at $7.00 per single column inch.
All advertisements intended for this
department must be in hand on the Sat-
urday preceding date of issue.
POSITION' WANTED—A-l piano tuner, repairer of
grands> uprights, actions, Ampicos, players, small goods,
some refinishing, 15 years' experience. Conduct business
on own account and have dealers' patronage.
Pacific
States preferred. Fair violinist. Address Box No. 3284,
cart The Music Trade Review, 420 Lexington Avenue,
Xew York.
POSITION WANTED—Experienced tuner and repairer
wants connection with reliable music house. South pre-
ferred. Strictly sober and reliable. Married. Address
Box Xo. 3285, care The Music Trade Review, 420 Lex-
ington Avenue, New York.
POSITION WANTED—Experienced in all departments
of retail piano selling, strong closer, ability to sell and
demonstrate straight pianos.
Desire management of
branch store in East. References. Salary or commission
basis. Address Box No. 3286, care The Music Trade
Review, 420 Lexington Avenue. New York.
POSITION—-/Thoroughly capable tuner and technician,
member N. A. P. T., would like to hear from reliable
dealers in south or southwest who are willing to pay for
first class service. Pneumatic and expression .work a
specialty. Address Box 3281, Music .Trade Review', 420
Lexington avenue, New York City,
BRANCH MANAGER who understands the piano busi-
ness from A to Z and is a first-class closer, is open for
a proposition. Best reference; will go anywhere. Address
W. H., care of Music Trade Review, 333 N. Michigan
Avenue, Chicago, 111.
POSITION WANTED—As manager or sales manager,
many years' experience, can give best reference as to char-
acter and ability. Address Box 3275, Music Trade Review,
420 Lexinpton Avenue. New York City.
POSITION WANTED—By piano tuner and repairman,
also repairman for phonographs. Commission or salary.
Young, reliable and married. References furnished. Five
years experience. Address Box 3280, Music Trade Re-
view, 420 Lexington Avenue, New York City.