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P R E S T 0-TI M E S
July 2, 1927.
SMALL GOODS, MUSIC ROLLS AND SHEET MUSIC
ATTITUDE OF ZENITH CORP.
Paul B. Klugh, Vice-President and General
Manager, Writes to Trade Paper Correcting
Erroneous Statements Recently Printed.
In a recent letter to the Radio Dealer, Paul B.
Klugh, vice-president and general manager of the
Zenith Radio Corporation, draws attention to "many
erroneous reports which have been sent out as to the
attitude of our company and its officers on the matter
of the Federal Radio Law." Mr. Klugh's letter fol-
lows:
June 21, 1927.
The Radio Dealer,
10 East 39th street,
New York City, N. Y.
Gentlemen: In your January issue in the depart-
ment headed "Broadcasting Station Activities," you
publish an article wherein I am made to state that
"The Zenith Radio Corporation was prepared to
enter the courts to dispute the constitutionality of
the radio act."
This is an unfortunate statement because it is far
from the facts and I do not know where you could
have secured your information O'ther than through a
personal and private statement made by our attorney
in Washington to which I will refer later.
It has taken a great deal of time and the expendi-
ture of considerable energy to get the present radio
law through. I feel sure that Mr. McDonald and I
did our share of the work. While the law is not all
that could be desired and undoubtedly will be
amended, it is considered a remarkable piece of
legislation by those who are familiar with the barriers
to its passage.
The Zenith Stand.
This corporation and its officers stand for the law
and its preservation, first, last and all the time, and
we will devote ourselves, insofar as necessary, to
strengthening this law through amendments at the
next session.
I touched upon this matter during the course of
REMICK SONG HITS
Just Like a Butterfly.
The Whisper Song.
Four Leaf Clover.
Moonbeam, Kiss Her for Me.
Hello, Cutie.
I'll Take Care of Your Cares.
All I Want Is You.
I Need Lovin'.
Blame It on the Waltz.
Hello, Blue Bird.
I've Gotta Get Myself Somebody to Love.
I'm Back in Love Again.
The Night of Love.
Cabarabia.
When Will We Meet Again.
J. H. REMICK & CO.
New York
Chicago
Detroit
my remarks at the Radio Manufacturers' banquet in
Chicago on June 16, 1927. The statements I made
there had the wholehearted and enthusiastic support
of Mr. McDonald.
It has become a matter of common knowledge that
we went to Washington several weeks ago and
argued the case of our station before the Federal
Radio Commission for the purpose of securing a
better assignment than 263 meters. We did not 'then
and do not now consider that this assignment is a
proper recognition of the status of our station. We
feel that as one of the pioneer broadcasters and the
first to build a powerful station and place it more
than twenty miles outside of the city and especially
in view of this corporation's contributions to the
radio art, that we are entitled to be placed upon a
par with others. We, therefore, presented our case
as well as we could, but the Commission decided
against us. As far as we are concerned, this ended
the matter.
The Lawyer's Opinion.
While our attorney was arguing our case before the
Commission he paused and stated that he would
like to record his own personal and private opinion
and that he had not consulted with his clients
(Zenith) on the matter, but only wanted to record his
own views which were that the Radio Law of 1927
is unconstitutional. Undoubtedly your correspondent
confused this statement or he received his informa-
tion second hand from someone who had confused it.
As far as this corporation is concerned, we are not
interested in the constitutionality of the law. Quite
on the contrary, we will use our best efforts and
influence to see that the law is maintained and dis-
courage anyone who has in mind breaking down the
law through raising the. question of its constitu-
tionality. If and when lawyers are able to show
wherein the present law is unconstitutional, then we
believe that this should be corrected through amend-
ment at the next session of Congress, or if 'this can-
not be clone, through amendment that a new ground
work should be laid which will place the American
Radio Law beyond attack from anyone.
The Federal Radio Commission is doing an admir-
able work and should receive the support of the en-
tire radio industry as well as the listening public.
The almost impossible task of placing 690 stations
on 89 wavelengths is bound to make some feel that
they have been treated unfairly, We feel sure, how-
ever, that as time goes on these matters will settle
•themselves to the satisfaction of all concerned.
Yours very truly,
PAUL B. KLUGH,
Vice-President and General Manager,
Zenith Radio Corporation.
Chicago.
PUMPKIN IS MUSICAL.
America, which introduced the gilt derby as a
musical instrument, is about to have presented to its
jazz cacophony the dried pumpkin. An East Indian
musician, Duleep Kumar Oq, is poising here for a
start to the states with his musical pumpkin. He
plays Indian "jazz" on it.
BIG ASSOCIATION MEETS
Talking Machine and Radio Men, Inc., Hold
Important Gathering at Cafe Boulevard,
New York City.
Talking Machine and Radio Men, Inc., the or-
ganiza'tion of the trade at New York, New Jersey
and Connecticut, urged members to attend the meet-
ing at the Cafe Boulevard, New York City, June 29,
to "hear a report of your officers on the Chicago
doings. It was announced that R. M. A. recognized
the Federated Radio Trades Association as the offi-
cial dealers' and jobbers' body and the Federated
Radio Trades Association has recognized our asso-
ciation as the only dealer-jobber association in the
Metropolitan section."
There was a demonstration by 'the Schickerling
Products Co. of their new A. B. C. Powr Packt and
new tube.
Reports of various committees who have been
working for increased trade discounts and other
things for the advancement of the interests of the
allied trades were presented.
In response to the invitation the members par-
ticipated in the opening of the Standard Home
Utilities new offices. Buses called for them at the
conclusion of the meeting and took them to 1 Park
avenue, where entertainment was provided by the
company. There was a fine show, moving pictures
taken, with broadcasting from Station WMCA from
three to four o'clock, and exhibitions of beautiful
living models.
Members were reminded by President Kurtz that
the outing is to be held at Briarcliff on Thursday,
July 14. The tickets are $7.50 each and checks
should be sent to E. G. Brown, 142 Main street,
Hackensack, N. J., at once.
The Outing.
Byron Forster, chairman of the Entertainment
Committee, said: "A day simply brimming over
with fun will be yours at Briarcliff Lodge on Thurs-
day, July 14. We will leave the northeast corner of
93rd street and Broadway, Manhattan, proceeding by
buses up the beautiful Hudson Valley through the
most beautiful section of Westchester County to
Briarcliff Lodge, with its riding, golf, tennis, swim-
ming and every opportunity for rest and recreation.
"On arrival at the inn a fine lunch will be served,
with dancing with music furnished by the Ben Selvin
Orchestra. A lucky number prize will be given.
After lunch 'there will be games, swimming, baseball,
golf, all for prizes. Then supper, with more dancing
and more prizes."
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Chicago, 111.
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P R E S T 0-TI M E S
July 2, 1927.
SMALL GOODS, MUSIC ROLLS AND SHEET MUSIC
ATTITUDE OF ZENITH CORP.
Paul B. Klugh, Vice-President and General
Manager, Writes to Trade Paper Correcting
Erroneous Statements Recently Printed.
In a recent letter to the Radio Dealer, Paul B.
Klugh, vice-president and general manager of the
Zenith Radio Corporation, draws attention to "many
erroneous reports which have been sent out as to the
attitude of our company and its officers on the matter
of the Federal Radio Law." Mr. Klugh's letter fol-
lows:
June 21, 1927.
The Radio Dealer,
10 East 39th street,
New York City, N. Y.
Gentlemen: In your January issue in the depart-
ment headed "Broadcasting Station Activities," you
publish an article wherein I am made to state that
"The Zenith Radio Corporation was prepared to
enter the courts to dispute the constitutionality of
the radio act."
This is an unfortunate statement because it is far
from the facts and I do not know where you could
have secured your information O'ther than through a
personal and private statement made by our attorney
in Washington to which I will refer later.
It has taken a great deal of time and the expendi-
ture of considerable energy to get the present radio
law through. I feel sure that Mr. McDonald and I
did our share of the work. While the law is not all
that could be desired and undoubtedly will be
amended, it is considered a remarkable piece of
legislation by those who are familiar with the barriers
to its passage.
The Zenith Stand.
This corporation and its officers stand for the law
and its preservation, first, last and all the time, and
we will devote ourselves, insofar as necessary, to
strengthening this law through amendments at the
next session.
I touched upon this matter during the course of
REMICK SONG HITS
Just Like a Butterfly.
The Whisper Song.
Four Leaf Clover.
Moonbeam, Kiss Her for Me.
Hello, Cutie.
I'll Take Care of Your Cares.
All I Want Is You.
I Need Lovin'.
Blame It on the Waltz.
Hello, Blue Bird.
I've Gotta Get Myself Somebody to Love.
I'm Back in Love Again.
The Night of Love.
Cabarabia.
When Will We Meet Again.
J. H. REMICK & CO.
New York
Chicago
Detroit
my remarks at the Radio Manufacturers' banquet in
Chicago on June 16, 1927. The statements I made
there had the wholehearted and enthusiastic support
of Mr. McDonald.
It has become a matter of common knowledge that
we went to Washington several weeks ago and
argued the case of our station before the Federal
Radio Commission for the purpose of securing a
better assignment than 263 meters. We did not 'then
and do not now consider that this assignment is a
proper recognition of the status of our station. We
feel that as one of the pioneer broadcasters and the
first to build a powerful station and place it more
than twenty miles outside of the city and especially
in view of this corporation's contributions to the
radio art, that we are entitled to be placed upon a
par with others. We, therefore, presented our case
as well as we could, but the Commission decided
against us. As far as we are concerned, this ended
the matter.
The Lawyer's Opinion.
While our attorney was arguing our case before the
Commission he paused and stated that he would
like to record his own personal and private opinion
and that he had not consulted with his clients
(Zenith) on the matter, but only wanted to record his
own views which were that the Radio Law of 1927
is unconstitutional. Undoubtedly your correspondent
confused this statement or he received his informa-
tion second hand from someone who had confused it.
As far as this corporation is concerned, we are not
interested in the constitutionality of the law. Quite
on the contrary, we will use our best efforts and
influence to see that the law is maintained and dis-
courage anyone who has in mind breaking down the
law through raising the. question of its constitu-
tionality. If and when lawyers are able to show
wherein the present law is unconstitutional, then we
believe that this should be corrected through amend-
ment at the next session of Congress, or if 'this can-
not be clone, through amendment that a new ground
work should be laid which will place the American
Radio Law beyond attack from anyone.
The Federal Radio Commission is doing an admir-
able work and should receive the support of the en-
tire radio industry as well as the listening public.
The almost impossible task of placing 690 stations
on 89 wavelengths is bound to make some feel that
they have been treated unfairly, We feel sure, how-
ever, that as time goes on these matters will settle
•themselves to the satisfaction of all concerned.
Yours very truly,
PAUL B. KLUGH,
Vice-President and General Manager,
Zenith Radio Corporation.
Chicago.
PUMPKIN IS MUSICAL.
America, which introduced the gilt derby as a
musical instrument, is about to have presented to its
jazz cacophony the dried pumpkin. An East Indian
musician, Duleep Kumar Oq, is poising here for a
start to the states with his musical pumpkin. He
plays Indian "jazz" on it.
BIG ASSOCIATION MEETS
Talking Machine and Radio Men, Inc., Hold
Important Gathering at Cafe Boulevard,
New York City.
Talking Machine and Radio Men, Inc., the or-
ganiza'tion of the trade at New York, New Jersey
and Connecticut, urged members to attend the meet-
ing at the Cafe Boulevard, New York City, June 29,
to "hear a report of your officers on the Chicago
doings. It was announced that R. M. A. recognized
the Federated Radio Trades Association as the offi-
cial dealers' and jobbers' body and the Federated
Radio Trades Association has recognized our asso-
ciation as the only dealer-jobber association in the
Metropolitan section."
There was a demonstration by 'the Schickerling
Products Co. of their new A. B. C. Powr Packt and
new tube.
Reports of various committees who have been
working for increased trade discounts and other
things for the advancement of the interests of the
allied trades were presented.
In response to the invitation the members par-
ticipated in the opening of the Standard Home
Utilities new offices. Buses called for them at the
conclusion of the meeting and took them to 1 Park
avenue, where entertainment was provided by the
company. There was a fine show, moving pictures
taken, with broadcasting from Station WMCA from
three to four o'clock, and exhibitions of beautiful
living models.
Members were reminded by President Kurtz that
the outing is to be held at Briarcliff on Thursday,
July 14. The tickets are $7.50 each and checks
should be sent to E. G. Brown, 142 Main street,
Hackensack, N. J., at once.
The Outing.
Byron Forster, chairman of the Entertainment
Committee, said: "A day simply brimming over
with fun will be yours at Briarcliff Lodge on Thurs-
day, July 14. We will leave the northeast corner of
93rd street and Broadway, Manhattan, proceeding by
buses up the beautiful Hudson Valley through the
most beautiful section of Westchester County to
Briarcliff Lodge, with its riding, golf, tennis, swim-
ming and every opportunity for rest and recreation.
"On arrival at the inn a fine lunch will be served,
with dancing with music furnished by the Ben Selvin
Orchestra. A lucky number prize will be given.
After lunch 'there will be games, swimming, baseball,
golf, all for prizes. Then supper, with more dancing
and more prizes."
- 9est /
Music Printers (
WestofNewYorkV
ANY PUBLISHER
CUR REFERENCE
^
WORK DONE BY
ALL PROCESSES
2054-2060 W.Lake St.. Chicago, 111.
FOR TRUE ECONOMY BUY
PERFECTION
Benches and Cabinets
The line that sells on sight and satisfies always
STYLE 25
Send for catalog and price lisi
PERFECTION FURNITURE COMPANY
1514-1520 Blue Island Ave.
Chicago, 111.
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