Presto
Issue: 1920 1766 - Page 30
PRESTO
30
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
McKINLEY EDITION OF
10c MUSIC
Comprising Standard,
Classic and Teaching Music
you are losing an opportunity to make money
Dealers Realize
150% PROFIT
On Sales of McKinley Music
It is the most popular library of 10c music
on the market. Selections contained in this
Edition are used by the most prominent
teachers in the country — Students, Accom-
plished Musicians, and the Music Loving
Public in general.
It is conveniently handled; arranged in
compact form, and is labor saving in serving
the customers.
The dealer is supplied with catalogs bear-
ing the business imprint which serves to
bring more customers to the store than any
other advertising medium that could be em-
ployed.
WRITE US FOR SAMPLES AND PAR-
TICULARS TODAY
Our Jobbing Department is the largest and
most complete in the country. We can sup-
ply you with every want in the sheet music
line. We fill all orders the day they are
received.
McKinley Music Company
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.
L. YOS(O MM. (0., Inc.
204 West 34th Slree'
NEW YORK
Sole Makers of the New and Wonderful Model
"Yosco" Double Rim Banjos
Write for details, interesting tp Jazz Instrument
Dealers and the trade in general.
Enhanced content © 2008-2009 and presented by MBSI - The Musical Box Society International (www.mbsi.org) and the International Arcade Museum (www.arcade-museum.com).
All Rights Reserved. Digitized from the archives of the MBSI with support from NAMM - The International Music Products Association (www.namm.org).
Additional enhancement, optimization, and distribution by the International Arcade Museum. An extensive collection of Presto can be found online at http://www.arcade-museum.com/library/
30
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
McKINLEY EDITION OF
10c MUSIC
Comprising Standard,
Classic and Teaching Music
you are losing an opportunity to make money
Dealers Realize
150% PROFIT
On Sales of McKinley Music
It is the most popular library of 10c music
on the market. Selections contained in this
Edition are used by the most prominent
teachers in the country — Students, Accom-
plished Musicians, and the Music Loving
Public in general.
It is conveniently handled; arranged in
compact form, and is labor saving in serving
the customers.
The dealer is supplied with catalogs bear-
ing the business imprint which serves to
bring more customers to the store than any
other advertising medium that could be em-
ployed.
WRITE US FOR SAMPLES AND PAR-
TICULARS TODAY
Our Jobbing Department is the largest and
most complete in the country. We can sup-
ply you with every want in the sheet music
line. We fill all orders the day they are
received.
McKinley Music Company
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.
L. YOS(O MM. (0., Inc.
204 West 34th Slree'
NEW YORK
Sole Makers of the New and Wonderful Model
"Yosco" Double Rim Banjos
Write for details, interesting tp Jazz Instrument
Dealers and the trade in general.
Enhanced content © 2008-2009 and presented by MBSI - The Musical Box Society International (www.mbsi.org) and the International Arcade Museum (www.arcade-museum.com).
All Rights Reserved. Digitized from the archives of the MBSI with support from NAMM - The International Music Products Association (www.namm.org).
Additional enhancement, optimization, and distribution by the International Arcade Museum. An extensive collection of Presto can be found online at http://www.arcade-museum.com/library/
Future scanning projects are planned by the International Arcade Museum Library (IAML).