Presto
Issue: 1924 1960 - Page 24
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PRESTO
February 16, 1924.
soned for a period of not less than two years, this
seasoning process being a very essential detail.
Though reed cane grows in the United States, much
Latest Offer by Q R S Music Co. Comprises High of that used by musical instrument manufacturers is
Valentine & O'Gorman Attribute Much of
imported. More reeds are used in this country than
Quality and Alluring Price.
in any other in the world. Popularity of the saxo-
Their Success to Public Spirit and Band
Curiously enough,
A letter sent to dealers this week by the Q R S phone partly accounts for this.
Instruments from Elkhart, Ind.
Music Co., Chicago, is another instance of the help- then umber manufactured here is small compared with
fulness of the company in providing attractions at those made abroad.
Valentine & O'Gorman, New York dealers in musi-
Musicians frequently ask how it is that so few reeds cal merchandise, have achieved a wide reputation in
advantageous prices:
are made in America, where the demand for them is musical circles of that city. They say they owe their
Gentlemen: Buying the best is real economy.
Quality merchandise naturally costs a little more, so great. A shortage of suitable raw material is one
but in the end you are repaid with satisfaction in reason. But lack of experience in manufacture is
better service.
said to be the more important reason. However,
Here is a special offer that involves both quality there are some capable reed makers in the United
and price—a list, of 50 of the very best selling Q R S States.
rolls listing $41.60 retail—selections that you can
It is essential that the reed cane be cultivated with
always sell and recommend with playerpianos.
They are exchangeable with us at any time, so its ultimate use in view. Doubtless this could be
you should not hesitate in ordering at least one of done in certain sections of the United States. How-
ever, the American reed maker has a long and finan-
these sets at the special price of $20 net.
Recommend Q R S rolls with your player sales cially hazardous road to travel to be successful. He
because they "are better."
must have perseverance and considerable capital, as
well as experienced workmen. Patriotic musicians
would like to see an enterprising American have the
courage to farm reed cane and make American reeds
of so satisfactory a quality that they may be inde-
Good Variety Grows in Texas and Arizona, But Much pendent of foreign made goods. To the scientist this
species of reed grass is known as "Arundo Donax."
Material Is Imported.
MARTIN HANDCRAFT
ANOTHER Q R S SELLING AID
CANE FOR SAXOPHONE REEDS
The cane from which reeds for saxophones and
clarinets are made is grown only in swampy places
in warm climates, says Harry Bettoney in a recent
issue of "Jacobs's Orchestra Monthly." The cane
grows wild in the southwestern section of Texas and
also in Arizona.
In some respects the reed cane resembles the Jap-
anese bamboo. The stock tapers from one and one-
half inches to three-eighths of an inch in diameter,
the larger end being used for bass saxophone reeds
and the end of least diameter for reeds for the oboe.
At intervals of each few inches along the stalk there
. is a ridge, at which points it is severed. This opera-
tion is done in the factory. It is then dried and sea-
BUYS IN BROCKTON, MASS.
Ralph H. Hiland has purchased the C. A. Peabody
Co.'s Victor salesrooms in Brockton, Mass., and in
turn Mr. Hiland has announced his purpose to dis-
pose of the Wakefield Music Store at 488 Main street
to Charles O. Bayrd and A. C. Goodwin, proprietors
of the Ideal Song Shop, 463 Main street. Mr. Hiland,
who recently sold his store at 1665 Washington
street, Boston, will concentrate his efforts on the
Brockton store.
The Maseline Music Shoppe, Rochester, N. Y.,
which strongly features talking machines, now oper-
ates four stores in that city.
SUPERIOR QUALITY COUNTS
"SPECIALTY BRAND" PRODUCTS
ARE IN DEMAND BY EVERYONE
MAIN SPRINGS—REPAIR PARTS MOTORS
Write for our descriptive catalogue and price list
which will be of great interest and value to you
THE SPECIALTY PHONOGRAPH AND ACCESSORIES COMPANY
VALENTINE & O'GORMAN STORE.
success jointly to their active interest in all things
and persons musical and to the excellence of their
line of band instruments, the Martin Handcraft.
Both members of the firm are strong and consistent
boosters for Martin Handcraft instruments and de-
clare that the many superior features of this line of
instruments have been in no small measure respon-
sible for their success in the great metropolis.
HUNGARY BARS "NO BANANAS."
Bands and orchestras in Hungary are not allowed
to play "Yes, We Have No Bananas," according to
a recent newspaper dispatch. As the tune reaches
each country of the Balkans it is translated to suit
local tastes and temperaments, but the Hungarian
words to it are so utterly impossible and naughty
that the authorities have forbidden the singing or
playing of the air.
LAUDER AT LUNCHEON.
Sir Harry Lander, the Scotch comedian, enter-
tained the Victor Dealers' Association February 11 at
a luncheon and meeting at the Cafe L'Aiglon, Phila-
delphia. Lauder is appearing at a local theater this
week and dealers are utilizing the visit in an adver-
tising tie-up.
Manufacturers of "Specialty Brand" Products
210-212 East 113th Street
New York, N. Y.
The Piano Repair Shop
C. G. CONN, Ltd., Elkhart, Ind.
C. D. GREENLEAF, Prts.
J. E. BOYER, S.c'y
WoiWs U r | M t m n u l M t u w i of High GimdU Band and Orchestra Instruments. Employs 1.M0
•xpetft v^arkmen-
All of tke most celebrated Artists use and endorse Conn Instruments.
Famous Bandmasters and Orchestra Directors highly endorse and recommend the uae of Ike
Conn Instruments in their organizations.
Conn Instruments are noted for their ease ef playing, light and reliable rahre or key M K U J
quick response, rich tonal quality, perfect intonation, tone carrying qvaUty, artisticness ef 4aelfjm <
beautiful finish and reliable constrmerion.
Conn Instruments are sent to any point in tke U. S. subject to tea «2eys free trial, llrasmn •tore
or agencies will be found in all W * e eities. Write for catalogues, prices, etc.
C G. CONN, Ltd.
DEPT. MS.
ELKHART, IND.
Pianos and Phonographs Rebuilt by
Expert Workmen
Player-actions installed. Instruments
rennished or remodeled and actions and
keys repaired. Work guaranteed. Prices
reasonable.
Our-of-town dealers' repair work solic-
ited. Write for details and terms.
THE PIANO REPAIR SHOP
425 South Wabash Ave.
Chicago
PERFECTION
Benches and Cabinets
The line that sells on sight and satisfies always.
The only solid walnut benches built and sold at
regular prices.
Send for catalog and price list.
No. 25
Perfection Benches with Smith's Patented Interlock
ing mitre joint.
PERFECTION PIANO BENCH MFG. COMPANY
1514-1520 Blue Island Ave.
Chicago, 111.
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PRESTO
February 16, 1924.
soned for a period of not less than two years, this
seasoning process being a very essential detail.
Though reed cane grows in the United States, much
Latest Offer by Q R S Music Co. Comprises High of that used by musical instrument manufacturers is
Valentine & O'Gorman Attribute Much of
imported. More reeds are used in this country than
Quality and Alluring Price.
in any other in the world. Popularity of the saxo-
Their Success to Public Spirit and Band
Curiously enough,
A letter sent to dealers this week by the Q R S phone partly accounts for this.
Instruments from Elkhart, Ind.
Music Co., Chicago, is another instance of the help- then umber manufactured here is small compared with
fulness of the company in providing attractions at those made abroad.
Valentine & O'Gorman, New York dealers in musi-
Musicians frequently ask how it is that so few reeds cal merchandise, have achieved a wide reputation in
advantageous prices:
are made in America, where the demand for them is musical circles of that city. They say they owe their
Gentlemen: Buying the best is real economy.
Quality merchandise naturally costs a little more, so great. A shortage of suitable raw material is one
but in the end you are repaid with satisfaction in reason. But lack of experience in manufacture is
better service.
said to be the more important reason. However,
Here is a special offer that involves both quality there are some capable reed makers in the United
and price—a list, of 50 of the very best selling Q R S States.
rolls listing $41.60 retail—selections that you can
It is essential that the reed cane be cultivated with
always sell and recommend with playerpianos.
They are exchangeable with us at any time, so its ultimate use in view. Doubtless this could be
you should not hesitate in ordering at least one of done in certain sections of the United States. How-
ever, the American reed maker has a long and finan-
these sets at the special price of $20 net.
Recommend Q R S rolls with your player sales cially hazardous road to travel to be successful. He
because they "are better."
must have perseverance and considerable capital, as
well as experienced workmen. Patriotic musicians
would like to see an enterprising American have the
courage to farm reed cane and make American reeds
of so satisfactory a quality that they may be inde-
Good Variety Grows in Texas and Arizona, But Much pendent of foreign made goods. To the scientist this
species of reed grass is known as "Arundo Donax."
Material Is Imported.
MARTIN HANDCRAFT
ANOTHER Q R S SELLING AID
CANE FOR SAXOPHONE REEDS
The cane from which reeds for saxophones and
clarinets are made is grown only in swampy places
in warm climates, says Harry Bettoney in a recent
issue of "Jacobs's Orchestra Monthly." The cane
grows wild in the southwestern section of Texas and
also in Arizona.
In some respects the reed cane resembles the Jap-
anese bamboo. The stock tapers from one and one-
half inches to three-eighths of an inch in diameter,
the larger end being used for bass saxophone reeds
and the end of least diameter for reeds for the oboe.
At intervals of each few inches along the stalk there
. is a ridge, at which points it is severed. This opera-
tion is done in the factory. It is then dried and sea-
BUYS IN BROCKTON, MASS.
Ralph H. Hiland has purchased the C. A. Peabody
Co.'s Victor salesrooms in Brockton, Mass., and in
turn Mr. Hiland has announced his purpose to dis-
pose of the Wakefield Music Store at 488 Main street
to Charles O. Bayrd and A. C. Goodwin, proprietors
of the Ideal Song Shop, 463 Main street. Mr. Hiland,
who recently sold his store at 1665 Washington
street, Boston, will concentrate his efforts on the
Brockton store.
The Maseline Music Shoppe, Rochester, N. Y.,
which strongly features talking machines, now oper-
ates four stores in that city.
SUPERIOR QUALITY COUNTS
"SPECIALTY BRAND" PRODUCTS
ARE IN DEMAND BY EVERYONE
MAIN SPRINGS—REPAIR PARTS MOTORS
Write for our descriptive catalogue and price list
which will be of great interest and value to you
THE SPECIALTY PHONOGRAPH AND ACCESSORIES COMPANY
VALENTINE & O'GORMAN STORE.
success jointly to their active interest in all things
and persons musical and to the excellence of their
line of band instruments, the Martin Handcraft.
Both members of the firm are strong and consistent
boosters for Martin Handcraft instruments and de-
clare that the many superior features of this line of
instruments have been in no small measure respon-
sible for their success in the great metropolis.
HUNGARY BARS "NO BANANAS."
Bands and orchestras in Hungary are not allowed
to play "Yes, We Have No Bananas," according to
a recent newspaper dispatch. As the tune reaches
each country of the Balkans it is translated to suit
local tastes and temperaments, but the Hungarian
words to it are so utterly impossible and naughty
that the authorities have forbidden the singing or
playing of the air.
LAUDER AT LUNCHEON.
Sir Harry Lander, the Scotch comedian, enter-
tained the Victor Dealers' Association February 11 at
a luncheon and meeting at the Cafe L'Aiglon, Phila-
delphia. Lauder is appearing at a local theater this
week and dealers are utilizing the visit in an adver-
tising tie-up.
Manufacturers of "Specialty Brand" Products
210-212 East 113th Street
New York, N. Y.
The Piano Repair Shop
C. G. CONN, Ltd., Elkhart, Ind.
C. D. GREENLEAF, Prts.
J. E. BOYER, S.c'y
WoiWs U r | M t m n u l M t u w i of High GimdU Band and Orchestra Instruments. Employs 1.M0
•xpetft v^arkmen-
All of tke most celebrated Artists use and endorse Conn Instruments.
Famous Bandmasters and Orchestra Directors highly endorse and recommend the uae of Ike
Conn Instruments in their organizations.
Conn Instruments are noted for their ease ef playing, light and reliable rahre or key M K U J
quick response, rich tonal quality, perfect intonation, tone carrying qvaUty, artisticness ef 4aelfjm <
beautiful finish and reliable constrmerion.
Conn Instruments are sent to any point in tke U. S. subject to tea «2eys free trial, llrasmn •tore
or agencies will be found in all W * e eities. Write for catalogues, prices, etc.
C G. CONN, Ltd.
DEPT. MS.
ELKHART, IND.
Pianos and Phonographs Rebuilt by
Expert Workmen
Player-actions installed. Instruments
rennished or remodeled and actions and
keys repaired. Work guaranteed. Prices
reasonable.
Our-of-town dealers' repair work solic-
ited. Write for details and terms.
THE PIANO REPAIR SHOP
425 South Wabash Ave.
Chicago
PERFECTION
Benches and Cabinets
The line that sells on sight and satisfies always.
The only solid walnut benches built and sold at
regular prices.
Send for catalog and price list.
No. 25
Perfection Benches with Smith's Patented Interlock
ing mitre joint.
PERFECTION PIANO BENCH MFG. COMPANY
1514-1520 Blue Island Ave.
Chicago, 111.
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).