Presto
Issue: 1928 2179 - Page 7
May 5, 1928
PRESTO-TIMES
PREPARATIONS FOR JUNE CONVENTION
BUSINESS SESSION
PLANS PERFECTED
Convention Committee of National Association
of Music Merchants Announce Alluring Pro-
gram for Three Days, at Which Outstanding
Figures in Various Industries Will Speak.
THE OPEN FORUM
portant educational works from the musical stand-
point in this country today.
Homer McKee to Talk.
Homer McKee, president of the Homer McKee
Company, Inc., Indianapolis, has accepted the invi-
tation to attend one of the business sessions of the
National Association of Music Merchants during the
convention at the Hotel Commodore, the week begin-
ning June 4, and will tell the members of the trade
an interesting story about advertising and publicity
in general.
Mr. McKee was once a newspaper reporter and
later a newspaper cartoonist. He studied at the Chi-
cago Art Institute, and following his daily newspaper
days became very actively engaged in business. He
Interesting Feature of Annual Gathering at Hotel
Commodore Will Be Important Event on Thursday
Morning of Convention Week in New York.
At a meeting of the convention committee of the
National Association of Music Merchants held at the
offices of the association, 45 West 45th street, New
York, last week, it was announced that the program
for the business sessions of the association to be held
at the Hotel Commodore during week beginning June
4 and which will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday mornings, has been completed. At
the Tuesday and Wednesday sessions there will be
speakers from other industries. It was stated by the
members of the committee that the program for the
business sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday morn-
ings will constitute what might be called a million
dollar convention program.
Hear Prominent Men.
In other words, the committee feels that in being
so fortunate as to be able to present men who are
outstanding figures in various industries, it is being
made possible for members of the association, and
in fact all members of other associations affiliated
with the music industry to have the benefit of listen-
ing to addresses by men who, if they were paid could
not be hired for thousands of dollars in each case.
The addresses will deal with cold, hard business facts
and will be designed to present to members of this
trade a picture of what has been done successfully
in certain other industries for the purpose of giving
ideas to members of the association which may be
utilized to advantage by them in their own business.
be clearly apparent that a new spirit, a new thought,
yes, even a new life, must needs be injected into our
business if it is to retain any semblance of importance
or dignity in American industry.
"There is no gainsaying the fact that never before
has the need for intensified, intelligent co-operation,
undivided interest, and aggressive action been so
vitally essential as it is at this very moment. And so
it is that I, as president of the National Musical
Merchandise Association, with a knowledge of the
problems which face us in our occupations, respect-
fully urge the attendance of every individual, regard-
less of his position in the music industry, at the
forthcoming National Music Convention which is to
be held at the Hotel Commodore, New York City,
June 4 to 7. This is an event of outstanding im-
portance to every manufacturer, who'esaler and re-
tailer interested in the production and sale of musical
instruments and accessories.
"During this all-important session there will be
numerous meetings, lectures and informal talks hav-
ing to do with methods of distribution, overhead,
retail sales policies, and other appropriate and perti-
nent topics that will be of inestimable value to bus-
iness men who would prosper and be up to date.
"Aside from the material benefits that will accrue
to every merchant attending the national convention,
the writer would impress upon every person identified
with the industry, his or her bounden duty to be
present and so give at least moral support to the
constructive work and ambitious plans of the execu-
tive heads of the different associations and bureaus
representing the Music Industries Chamber of Com-
merce. It is no exaggeration to say that the future
holds great promise for us provided we all do our
jobs properly. Remember, then, 'On to the conven-
tion; come one, come all!'"
SCHILLER CANADIAN
DEALER IN CHICAGO
E. R. Matthews, Calgary, Alberta, Canada,
Visits Friends in Chicago and Places
Order for Schiller Instruments.
W. J. HATJSSLER.
was at one time sales manager of the Cole Motor
Car Company and later vice-president in charge of
sales of the Marmon Motor Car Company. Some
time ago he founded the Homer McKee Com-
pany, Inc.
W. J. Haussler's Plea.
"On to the convention; come one, come all!" says
W. J. Haussler, president National Musical Mer-
chandise Association, who urges attendance of all
dealers at the forthcoming convention:
"To those business men of the music realm who
have been observing the trend of the times, it must
The Open Forum.
In announcing that the program for Tuesday and
Wednesday mornings has been completed, the com-
mittee also voted unanimously to set aside Thursday
morning for an open forum for members of the
National Association of Music Merchants at which
time any subjects may be brought up for discussion
by members of the association. On Thursday morn-
ing the routine business will be transacted, including
the election of officers.
There were present at the meeting Frederick P.
Stiefr of Baltimore, who came over expressly to at-
tend this meeting of the committee; C. B. Amorous,
Alex McDonald, and E. Paul Hamilton. Albert
JUNE 4 TO 8.
Behning was present for a short time at the beginning
At Hotel Commodore, New York, the following
of the meeting to report to the committee progress music trade organizations will hold their annual meet-
with reference to the banquet, Mr. Behning being ings on dates named:
chairman of the banquet committee.
Music Industries Chamber of Commerce.
National Piano Manufacturers' Association of
Prof. Erskine an Attraction.
America.
The music merchants and other members of the
National Association of Music Merchants.
Music Industries Chamber of Commerce and their
Musical Supply Association.
friends who attend the annual luncheon which will
National Piano Travelers' Association.
mark the opening of the coming conventions at the
National Music Merchandise Association.
Hotel Commodore, New York, June 4, will have an
National Association of Band Instrument Manu-
unusual and interesting experience in hearing Dr. facturers.
John Erskine, who has accepted an invitation to be
National Association of Musical Instrument and
the guest of honor and principal speaker at that time
This remarkable man is the author of "The Private Accessories Manufacturers.
Organ Builders' Association of America.
Life of Helen of Troy," a modern version of "Adam
National Piano Technicians' Association.
and Eve," "Prohibition and Christianity," "American
Character," and "Galahad," to mention only a few of
JUNE 11 AND 13.
his latest contributions to modern literature out of a
The
National
Association
of Sheet Music Dealers,
long list which constitutes his bibliography. He
has a remarkable personality and after meeting him at the Hotel McAlpin, New York.
it is easier to understand his accomplishments.
JUNE 12.
Professor Erskine, who recently was elected pres-
On
this
date
the
National Association of Music
ident of the Juilliard School of Music, said in an
interview that he believed that the best possible man- Publishers will hold its annual meeting and election.
ner of furthering the teaching of the piano generally
AUGUST 13 T O 16.
in the public schools throughout this country is
National Association of Piano Tuners, Inc., at the
through the medium of the music supervisors and he
expressed the belief that the Committee of the Music Hotel Statler, Cleveland, O. Annual convention and
Supervisors' National Conference, of which J. E. election and important exhibition of piano, players,
Maddy is chairman, is doing one of the most im- reproducing pianos and supplies.
CONVENTION DATES
E. R. Matthews, head of the Matthews Music
House, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, was a visitor to the
Chicago trade this week, where he is spending con-
siderable time calling on friends and viewing the
latest piano creations. Mr. Matthews spent much of
his time with William M. Bauer, an old friend and
business associate.
However, the pianos Mr. Matthews sells in the
Northwest city are of the comprehensive Schiller line,
and when visiting the Schiller offices at 209 South
State street, expressed his surprise at the many beau-
tiful models on display. The exquisite tone of these
instruments made such an impression on Mr.
Matthews that he placed an order before leaving.
In Calgary, Mr. Matthews reports the trade is in
good shape, the wheat farmers being in a position to
make purchases out of the good crops last year. He
consistently has advertised the Schiller and its merits
in his section and has profited in doing so. His sound
judgment and fine merchandising policies have made
his store a music center in the Northwest.
Another Important Visitor
Irving Zulke, enterprising music merchant of Apple-
ton, Wis., was a visitor to the Schiller Piano Com-
pany's offices, 209 South State street, Chicago, this
week. Mr. Zulke, who is the Schiller representative
in Appleton and surrounding territory, has created a
fine demand for the line by consistent work and by
exploiting the merits that are evident in the Schiller
instrument.
Mr. Zulke expects to move into his new quarters in
a very short time, a fine new building with adequate
space and large show windows. The former estab-
lishment was destroyed by fire last winter.
WILLIAM M. MUELLER DIES.
William M. Mueller, one of the leading and best
known Baltimore music dealers, died suddenly at
Atlantic City recently, where he had gone for a few
days' rest. He had complained of a slight illness.
Mrs. Mueller accompanied him to the resort but re-
turned to Baltimore the day before he was suddenly
stricken. Mr. Mueller was 52 years old. Mr. Muel-
lerr is survived by his widow, Mrs. Katherine Krue-
ger Mueller; two daughters, Mrs. Francis X. Schatn-
berger and Miss Esther Mueller; a son, Anthony H.
Mueller, and a brother, Victor Mueller.
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PRESTO-TIMES
PREPARATIONS FOR JUNE CONVENTION
BUSINESS SESSION
PLANS PERFECTED
Convention Committee of National Association
of Music Merchants Announce Alluring Pro-
gram for Three Days, at Which Outstanding
Figures in Various Industries Will Speak.
THE OPEN FORUM
portant educational works from the musical stand-
point in this country today.
Homer McKee to Talk.
Homer McKee, president of the Homer McKee
Company, Inc., Indianapolis, has accepted the invi-
tation to attend one of the business sessions of the
National Association of Music Merchants during the
convention at the Hotel Commodore, the week begin-
ning June 4, and will tell the members of the trade
an interesting story about advertising and publicity
in general.
Mr. McKee was once a newspaper reporter and
later a newspaper cartoonist. He studied at the Chi-
cago Art Institute, and following his daily newspaper
days became very actively engaged in business. He
Interesting Feature of Annual Gathering at Hotel
Commodore Will Be Important Event on Thursday
Morning of Convention Week in New York.
At a meeting of the convention committee of the
National Association of Music Merchants held at the
offices of the association, 45 West 45th street, New
York, last week, it was announced that the program
for the business sessions of the association to be held
at the Hotel Commodore during week beginning June
4 and which will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday mornings, has been completed. At
the Tuesday and Wednesday sessions there will be
speakers from other industries. It was stated by the
members of the committee that the program for the
business sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday morn-
ings will constitute what might be called a million
dollar convention program.
Hear Prominent Men.
In other words, the committee feels that in being
so fortunate as to be able to present men who are
outstanding figures in various industries, it is being
made possible for members of the association, and
in fact all members of other associations affiliated
with the music industry to have the benefit of listen-
ing to addresses by men who, if they were paid could
not be hired for thousands of dollars in each case.
The addresses will deal with cold, hard business facts
and will be designed to present to members of this
trade a picture of what has been done successfully
in certain other industries for the purpose of giving
ideas to members of the association which may be
utilized to advantage by them in their own business.
be clearly apparent that a new spirit, a new thought,
yes, even a new life, must needs be injected into our
business if it is to retain any semblance of importance
or dignity in American industry.
"There is no gainsaying the fact that never before
has the need for intensified, intelligent co-operation,
undivided interest, and aggressive action been so
vitally essential as it is at this very moment. And so
it is that I, as president of the National Musical
Merchandise Association, with a knowledge of the
problems which face us in our occupations, respect-
fully urge the attendance of every individual, regard-
less of his position in the music industry, at the
forthcoming National Music Convention which is to
be held at the Hotel Commodore, New York City,
June 4 to 7. This is an event of outstanding im-
portance to every manufacturer, who'esaler and re-
tailer interested in the production and sale of musical
instruments and accessories.
"During this all-important session there will be
numerous meetings, lectures and informal talks hav-
ing to do with methods of distribution, overhead,
retail sales policies, and other appropriate and perti-
nent topics that will be of inestimable value to bus-
iness men who would prosper and be up to date.
"Aside from the material benefits that will accrue
to every merchant attending the national convention,
the writer would impress upon every person identified
with the industry, his or her bounden duty to be
present and so give at least moral support to the
constructive work and ambitious plans of the execu-
tive heads of the different associations and bureaus
representing the Music Industries Chamber of Com-
merce. It is no exaggeration to say that the future
holds great promise for us provided we all do our
jobs properly. Remember, then, 'On to the conven-
tion; come one, come all!'"
SCHILLER CANADIAN
DEALER IN CHICAGO
E. R. Matthews, Calgary, Alberta, Canada,
Visits Friends in Chicago and Places
Order for Schiller Instruments.
W. J. HATJSSLER.
was at one time sales manager of the Cole Motor
Car Company and later vice-president in charge of
sales of the Marmon Motor Car Company. Some
time ago he founded the Homer McKee Com-
pany, Inc.
W. J. Haussler's Plea.
"On to the convention; come one, come all!" says
W. J. Haussler, president National Musical Mer-
chandise Association, who urges attendance of all
dealers at the forthcoming convention:
"To those business men of the music realm who
have been observing the trend of the times, it must
The Open Forum.
In announcing that the program for Tuesday and
Wednesday mornings has been completed, the com-
mittee also voted unanimously to set aside Thursday
morning for an open forum for members of the
National Association of Music Merchants at which
time any subjects may be brought up for discussion
by members of the association. On Thursday morn-
ing the routine business will be transacted, including
the election of officers.
There were present at the meeting Frederick P.
Stiefr of Baltimore, who came over expressly to at-
tend this meeting of the committee; C. B. Amorous,
Alex McDonald, and E. Paul Hamilton. Albert
JUNE 4 TO 8.
Behning was present for a short time at the beginning
At Hotel Commodore, New York, the following
of the meeting to report to the committee progress music trade organizations will hold their annual meet-
with reference to the banquet, Mr. Behning being ings on dates named:
chairman of the banquet committee.
Music Industries Chamber of Commerce.
National Piano Manufacturers' Association of
Prof. Erskine an Attraction.
America.
The music merchants and other members of the
National Association of Music Merchants.
Music Industries Chamber of Commerce and their
Musical Supply Association.
friends who attend the annual luncheon which will
National Piano Travelers' Association.
mark the opening of the coming conventions at the
National Music Merchandise Association.
Hotel Commodore, New York, June 4, will have an
National Association of Band Instrument Manu-
unusual and interesting experience in hearing Dr. facturers.
John Erskine, who has accepted an invitation to be
National Association of Musical Instrument and
the guest of honor and principal speaker at that time
This remarkable man is the author of "The Private Accessories Manufacturers.
Organ Builders' Association of America.
Life of Helen of Troy," a modern version of "Adam
National Piano Technicians' Association.
and Eve," "Prohibition and Christianity," "American
Character," and "Galahad," to mention only a few of
JUNE 11 AND 13.
his latest contributions to modern literature out of a
The
National
Association
of Sheet Music Dealers,
long list which constitutes his bibliography. He
has a remarkable personality and after meeting him at the Hotel McAlpin, New York.
it is easier to understand his accomplishments.
JUNE 12.
Professor Erskine, who recently was elected pres-
On
this
date
the
National Association of Music
ident of the Juilliard School of Music, said in an
interview that he believed that the best possible man- Publishers will hold its annual meeting and election.
ner of furthering the teaching of the piano generally
AUGUST 13 T O 16.
in the public schools throughout this country is
National Association of Piano Tuners, Inc., at the
through the medium of the music supervisors and he
expressed the belief that the Committee of the Music Hotel Statler, Cleveland, O. Annual convention and
Supervisors' National Conference, of which J. E. election and important exhibition of piano, players,
Maddy is chairman, is doing one of the most im- reproducing pianos and supplies.
CONVENTION DATES
E. R. Matthews, head of the Matthews Music
House, Calgary, Alberta, Canada, was a visitor to the
Chicago trade this week, where he is spending con-
siderable time calling on friends and viewing the
latest piano creations. Mr. Matthews spent much of
his time with William M. Bauer, an old friend and
business associate.
However, the pianos Mr. Matthews sells in the
Northwest city are of the comprehensive Schiller line,
and when visiting the Schiller offices at 209 South
State street, expressed his surprise at the many beau-
tiful models on display. The exquisite tone of these
instruments made such an impression on Mr.
Matthews that he placed an order before leaving.
In Calgary, Mr. Matthews reports the trade is in
good shape, the wheat farmers being in a position to
make purchases out of the good crops last year. He
consistently has advertised the Schiller and its merits
in his section and has profited in doing so. His sound
judgment and fine merchandising policies have made
his store a music center in the Northwest.
Another Important Visitor
Irving Zulke, enterprising music merchant of Apple-
ton, Wis., was a visitor to the Schiller Piano Com-
pany's offices, 209 South State street, Chicago, this
week. Mr. Zulke, who is the Schiller representative
in Appleton and surrounding territory, has created a
fine demand for the line by consistent work and by
exploiting the merits that are evident in the Schiller
instrument.
Mr. Zulke expects to move into his new quarters in
a very short time, a fine new building with adequate
space and large show windows. The former estab-
lishment was destroyed by fire last winter.
WILLIAM M. MUELLER DIES.
William M. Mueller, one of the leading and best
known Baltimore music dealers, died suddenly at
Atlantic City recently, where he had gone for a few
days' rest. He had complained of a slight illness.
Mrs. Mueller accompanied him to the resort but re-
turned to Baltimore the day before he was suddenly
stricken. Mr. Mueller was 52 years old. Mr. Muel-
lerr is survived by his widow, Mrs. Katherine Krue-
ger Mueller; two daughters, Mrs. Francis X. Schatn-
berger and Miss Esther Mueller; a son, Anthony H.
Mueller, and a brother, Victor Mueller.
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).