Presto
Issue: 1924 1975 - Page 36
PRESTO
34
THE PRESTO'S WANT AD VS.
PIANOS WANTED.
MANUFACTURERS WHO HAVE PIANOS
FINISHED OR READY FOR SHIPMENT
WITHIN THE NEXT MONTH OR SIX WEEKS
ARE INVITED TO LET ME KNOW IT.
PLEASE GIVE APPROXIMATE PRICES; SAY
HOW MANY CAR LOADS CAN BE SHIPPED
PROMPTLY, AND WHETHER TERMS MUST
BE CASH ON DELIVERY OR TIME SETTLE-
MENTS TO WELL RATED BUYERS, OR
BOTH. ADDRESS: PROMPTITUDE, BOX 7,
PRESTO OFFICE, 417 SOUTH DEARBORN
STREET, CHICAGO.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
WANTED—Floor salesman, piano department.
Salary
and commission. Must have best of references and a
record of sales behind him. Communicate direct to
H. S. Hutchinson, Manager, Fitzgerald Music Co., 333
Pine Ave., Long Beach. Calif.
USED PIANO BARGAINS.
Two carloads of upright pianos" which have not yet
passed through our repair shop, offered at rock-bot-
tom prices to dealers. Prices range from $25 to $50,
all woods included. Special price for carload lots.
Address reply to " H . G. R.i" °/r Cable Piano Co.,
Chicago.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Manufacturer with Denver representation wishes to add
capable man to sales force there. Give age and ex-
perience. .Applications treated in confidence. Reply
" E . F. G.," care PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn St., C h i -
cago.
BUSINESS C H A N C E .
An old music house in a fine city in Illinois is for sale at
a nominal price. The stock is much reduced and
some young man or some one who has a little money
and vision to locate and get to work can have the
best opportunity to be found anywhere. Address
"Vision," Box 5, PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St.,
Chicago.
May 31, 1924.
STORE FOR S A L E .
FOR SALE—One of the best music stores in the West,
carrymg* the best line of pianos, phonographs and
small goods manufactured. A complete music store,
and ah opportunity. Address "West," Box 14, PRES-
TO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SALES MANAGER WANTED.
Department Sales Manager Wanted. Must be a good
closer and be able to handle men. A good salary and
commission paid. When making application please
state references and age. Address "Closer," Box 3,
PRESTO Publishing Co., 417 S. Dearborn St., C h i -
cago.
OPPORTUNITY.
FOR SALE—Piano and small, good stock at a sacrifice
to settle the estate of the late H.* E. Giles, formerly
of the firm of Giles Brothers- Rare opportunity for
some one with small capital to take over a going
business; own building; rent reasonable; established
1883. Address J. E. Giles, Executor, care Giles Broth-
ers, Quincy, III.
MANUFACTURER'S OPPORTUNITY.
A retiring manufacturer will sell name, scales and a con-
siderable amount of finished and unfinished materials
at "bargain" price. The piano name is one of the
oldest and most famous and well worth many times
more than what is asked for the entire sale. Address
"Name," Box 4, PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St.,
Chicago.
FOR S A L E .
One Hundred good Organs. All with Mirrors and high
tops. All in playing condition ready to sell. Nace's
Music Stores, Inc., Hanover, Pa.
SALESMEN WANTED.
We are seeking high class representation in territory
adjacent to Chicago; also have some very desirable
territory in South and Southwest, on America's f i n -
est piano duet benches. High class salesmen with
established following of music and furniture houses
will find this a ready selling, profitable line. May
place as side line with men of real sales ability and
standing. Address The Stradivara Company, Coshoc-
ton. Ohio.
OPPORTUNITY FOR SALESMAN.
We have an opening for an ambitious, conscientious,
hard working, go-getter salesman; one that is now
holding a position where advancement is uncertain.
We have a proposition here that is permanent, with
bright future and rapid advancement to man that
qualifies. We have four outside stores and are con-
templating opening others in the near future, the
managers of same to be picked from our sales force.
If you are sincere and mean business, address Peyton
I. Harding, Manager, Kelley & Cowles, Inc., 98 Pratt
St., Hartford, Conn.
CASH IN ON RADIO D E P A R T M E N T .
Successful executive salesman with working knowledge
of radio desires to connect with established music
dealer starting Sept. 1st this year. Capable of profit-
ably managing a radio department. Correspondence
solicited. References exchanged. Confidential. A d -
dress "Radio," 877 Jane St., Shreveport, La.
PLAYER ACTION PRODUCTION M A N W A N T E D .
Large and successful piano manufacturing corporation
wants man capable of establishing and operating
player action department. Must be experienced and
capable. Permanent, good connection for right man.
All replies confidential. Address "Capable," Box 3,
PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
S U P E R I N T E N D E N T DESIRES C H A N G E .
Practical all-around piano and player-piano factory su-
perintendent who is associated with large output and
production. Responsible for many practical ideas in
piano and present player—piano construction. A u -
thority on tone and action. Interview by appoint-
ment. Address "Authority," Box 7, PRESTO Office,
417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SUPERINTENDENT WANTED.
W A N T E D — A n efficient superintendent for a large piano
factory in the Middle West. Must be a man of ability
and integrity, executive ability and experience. One
who can come well recommended. No other need
apply. Address "Integrity," Box 5, PRESTO Office,
417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
A PIANO B A R G A I N .
FOR SALE—Shaded oak upright piano. Good condition.
Price, to any dealer, reasonable. Phone Kedzie 9503,
or address "A. F.," care PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn
St., Chicago.
A BUSINESS C H A N C E .
FOR SALE—One-half or whole interest of well-estab-
lished piano and talking machine business. City of
100,000 inhabitants in Southern California. For details
address "Golden," Box 16, PRESTO Office, 417 S.
Dearborn St., Chicago.
KOHLER INDUSTRIES
of NEW YORK
AFFILIATED
COMPANIES
GTiManufacturing for the trade
Upright and Grand Pianos
Player Pianos
Reproducing Pianos
Auto De Luxe Player Actions
Standard Player A&ions
Art De Luxe Reproducing Adions
Parts and Accessories
C A P I T A L OR P A R T N E R .
An established industry with fine piano factory and equip-
ment is desirous of finding a responsible man with
some capital to invest in going business either as
partner or secured loan. Address "Business," Box 7,
PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
MUSIC HOUSE FOR SALE.
Ce rries pianos, phonographs and music. Sales for 1923,
$120,000. This can be largely increased by younger
men and more capital. Good city of 200,000 popula-
tion in Texas. Reason for selling, must retire on ac-
count of age and health. Address "Success," care of
PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
S E C O N D - H A N D PIANOS W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — A carload of second-hand pianos. Will pay
cash. Must be of good quality. Gardner-Hohlfeldt
Music Co., Mitchell, S. Dak.
MANAGER OR S A L E S M A N A V A I L A B L E .
Position wanted by first-class salesman or manager.
Manufacturer is closing branch store and wants to
place a good man with a reliable house. This man is
46 years old, not married, good closer, honest and re-
liable. He fits in any organization and would be avail-
able after May 1. Address E. M. Combs, 2250 Camp-
bell Park, Chicago, III.
Becker Bros.
Manufacturers of
Wholesale Chicago Office and Service ^Departments
KOHLER INDUSTRIES
San Francisco Office
462 Vhelan building
1222 KIMBALL B U I L D I N G
CHICAGO
HIGH GRADE PIANOS
and PLAYER PIANOS
Factory and Warerooms
767-769 Tenth Avenue, New York
STARR PIANOS
R—
STARR PHONOGRAPHS
GENNETT RECORDS
Represent the Hiqhert oAttainmtnt in cMitsical
(Worth
We STARR PIANO COMPANY
Established 1872
Richmond. Indiana
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34
THE PRESTO'S WANT AD VS.
PIANOS WANTED.
MANUFACTURERS WHO HAVE PIANOS
FINISHED OR READY FOR SHIPMENT
WITHIN THE NEXT MONTH OR SIX WEEKS
ARE INVITED TO LET ME KNOW IT.
PLEASE GIVE APPROXIMATE PRICES; SAY
HOW MANY CAR LOADS CAN BE SHIPPED
PROMPTLY, AND WHETHER TERMS MUST
BE CASH ON DELIVERY OR TIME SETTLE-
MENTS TO WELL RATED BUYERS, OR
BOTH. ADDRESS: PROMPTITUDE, BOX 7,
PRESTO OFFICE, 417 SOUTH DEARBORN
STREET, CHICAGO.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
WANTED—Floor salesman, piano department.
Salary
and commission. Must have best of references and a
record of sales behind him. Communicate direct to
H. S. Hutchinson, Manager, Fitzgerald Music Co., 333
Pine Ave., Long Beach. Calif.
USED PIANO BARGAINS.
Two carloads of upright pianos" which have not yet
passed through our repair shop, offered at rock-bot-
tom prices to dealers. Prices range from $25 to $50,
all woods included. Special price for carload lots.
Address reply to " H . G. R.i" °/r Cable Piano Co.,
Chicago.
SALESMAN W A N T E D .
Manufacturer with Denver representation wishes to add
capable man to sales force there. Give age and ex-
perience. .Applications treated in confidence. Reply
" E . F. G.," care PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn St., C h i -
cago.
BUSINESS C H A N C E .
An old music house in a fine city in Illinois is for sale at
a nominal price. The stock is much reduced and
some young man or some one who has a little money
and vision to locate and get to work can have the
best opportunity to be found anywhere. Address
"Vision," Box 5, PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St.,
Chicago.
May 31, 1924.
STORE FOR S A L E .
FOR SALE—One of the best music stores in the West,
carrymg* the best line of pianos, phonographs and
small goods manufactured. A complete music store,
and ah opportunity. Address "West," Box 14, PRES-
TO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SALES MANAGER WANTED.
Department Sales Manager Wanted. Must be a good
closer and be able to handle men. A good salary and
commission paid. When making application please
state references and age. Address "Closer," Box 3,
PRESTO Publishing Co., 417 S. Dearborn St., C h i -
cago.
OPPORTUNITY.
FOR SALE—Piano and small, good stock at a sacrifice
to settle the estate of the late H.* E. Giles, formerly
of the firm of Giles Brothers- Rare opportunity for
some one with small capital to take over a going
business; own building; rent reasonable; established
1883. Address J. E. Giles, Executor, care Giles Broth-
ers, Quincy, III.
MANUFACTURER'S OPPORTUNITY.
A retiring manufacturer will sell name, scales and a con-
siderable amount of finished and unfinished materials
at "bargain" price. The piano name is one of the
oldest and most famous and well worth many times
more than what is asked for the entire sale. Address
"Name," Box 4, PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St.,
Chicago.
FOR S A L E .
One Hundred good Organs. All with Mirrors and high
tops. All in playing condition ready to sell. Nace's
Music Stores, Inc., Hanover, Pa.
SALESMEN WANTED.
We are seeking high class representation in territory
adjacent to Chicago; also have some very desirable
territory in South and Southwest, on America's f i n -
est piano duet benches. High class salesmen with
established following of music and furniture houses
will find this a ready selling, profitable line. May
place as side line with men of real sales ability and
standing. Address The Stradivara Company, Coshoc-
ton. Ohio.
OPPORTUNITY FOR SALESMAN.
We have an opening for an ambitious, conscientious,
hard working, go-getter salesman; one that is now
holding a position where advancement is uncertain.
We have a proposition here that is permanent, with
bright future and rapid advancement to man that
qualifies. We have four outside stores and are con-
templating opening others in the near future, the
managers of same to be picked from our sales force.
If you are sincere and mean business, address Peyton
I. Harding, Manager, Kelley & Cowles, Inc., 98 Pratt
St., Hartford, Conn.
CASH IN ON RADIO D E P A R T M E N T .
Successful executive salesman with working knowledge
of radio desires to connect with established music
dealer starting Sept. 1st this year. Capable of profit-
ably managing a radio department. Correspondence
solicited. References exchanged. Confidential. A d -
dress "Radio," 877 Jane St., Shreveport, La.
PLAYER ACTION PRODUCTION M A N W A N T E D .
Large and successful piano manufacturing corporation
wants man capable of establishing and operating
player action department. Must be experienced and
capable. Permanent, good connection for right man.
All replies confidential. Address "Capable," Box 3,
PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
S U P E R I N T E N D E N T DESIRES C H A N G E .
Practical all-around piano and player-piano factory su-
perintendent who is associated with large output and
production. Responsible for many practical ideas in
piano and present player—piano construction. A u -
thority on tone and action. Interview by appoint-
ment. Address "Authority," Box 7, PRESTO Office,
417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
SUPERINTENDENT WANTED.
W A N T E D — A n efficient superintendent for a large piano
factory in the Middle West. Must be a man of ability
and integrity, executive ability and experience. One
who can come well recommended. No other need
apply. Address "Integrity," Box 5, PRESTO Office,
417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
A PIANO B A R G A I N .
FOR SALE—Shaded oak upright piano. Good condition.
Price, to any dealer, reasonable. Phone Kedzie 9503,
or address "A. F.," care PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn
St., Chicago.
A BUSINESS C H A N C E .
FOR SALE—One-half or whole interest of well-estab-
lished piano and talking machine business. City of
100,000 inhabitants in Southern California. For details
address "Golden," Box 16, PRESTO Office, 417 S.
Dearborn St., Chicago.
KOHLER INDUSTRIES
of NEW YORK
AFFILIATED
COMPANIES
GTiManufacturing for the trade
Upright and Grand Pianos
Player Pianos
Reproducing Pianos
Auto De Luxe Player Actions
Standard Player A&ions
Art De Luxe Reproducing Adions
Parts and Accessories
C A P I T A L OR P A R T N E R .
An established industry with fine piano factory and equip-
ment is desirous of finding a responsible man with
some capital to invest in going business either as
partner or secured loan. Address "Business," Box 7,
PRESTO Office, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
MUSIC HOUSE FOR SALE.
Ce rries pianos, phonographs and music. Sales for 1923,
$120,000. This can be largely increased by younger
men and more capital. Good city of 200,000 popula-
tion in Texas. Reason for selling, must retire on ac-
count of age and health. Address "Success," care of
PRESTO, 417 S. Dearborn St., Chicago.
S E C O N D - H A N D PIANOS W A N T E D .
W A N T E D — A carload of second-hand pianos. Will pay
cash. Must be of good quality. Gardner-Hohlfeldt
Music Co., Mitchell, S. Dak.
MANAGER OR S A L E S M A N A V A I L A B L E .
Position wanted by first-class salesman or manager.
Manufacturer is closing branch store and wants to
place a good man with a reliable house. This man is
46 years old, not married, good closer, honest and re-
liable. He fits in any organization and would be avail-
able after May 1. Address E. M. Combs, 2250 Camp-
bell Park, Chicago, III.
Becker Bros.
Manufacturers of
Wholesale Chicago Office and Service ^Departments
KOHLER INDUSTRIES
San Francisco Office
462 Vhelan building
1222 KIMBALL B U I L D I N G
CHICAGO
HIGH GRADE PIANOS
and PLAYER PIANOS
Factory and Warerooms
767-769 Tenth Avenue, New York
STARR PIANOS
R—
STARR PHONOGRAPHS
GENNETT RECORDS
Represent the Hiqhert oAttainmtnt in cMitsical
(Worth
We STARR PIANO COMPANY
Established 1872
Richmond. Indiana
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).