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me World's Formosi Amusement Weekly VALIDE 50% PREFABRICATED Poll -Tax Talk O'Connell New Band Packages and Units Holds Showbiz 30% BIR Boss Legislation? Help Agents Collect 2 Ways; WASHINGTON, April 15.-I1 and when WASHINGTON, April 15. - Congress the 30 per cent cabaret tax is lifted, the came back to town this week and took one person who will have the final word Bundles Better Shows up the strings where it left off before the Easter recess, which, specifically, was will be Joseph J. O'Connell Jr., who on the edge of an explosion over the con- this week was nominated by President Act Scarcity One Reason for Growth troversial poll -tax issue. Roosevelt to be general counsel of the Altho showbiz may have only an aca- Treasury Department. demic interest in the poll -tax controversy, NEW YORK, April 15.-Accelerated by talent shortage and facilitated the amusement trade will likely be af- He will succeed Randolph Paul, who the of and ad- by powerful talent agencies, the vaude package show has reached the fected, as this issue may block other held job general counsel point where prefabricated presentations comprise 50 per cent, or more, of legislation in which showbiz has a definite vised congressional tax leaders in fram- stake. ing the 1943 Revenue Act whioh con- the total. Already returning Congressmen are tained the cabaret tax hike. Paul re- In fact all ready -made vaude has snowballed to where it now surprises talking about being so badly pressed for signed recently to re -enter private law even those who tie up the packages. time that the midsummer recess may be practice. For example, top vaude man in one of the big agencies was asked to abandoned. O'Connell has been in the Treasury estimate what portion of present -day shows falls into the bundled -up cate- If the poll -tax issue is brought up, Department since 1938, and has been act- gory. He checked the theater list before him, and 10 of about 20 shows there is little question but that it will ing as general counsel since Paul quit. he was sending into houses that week were prefabricated. provoke a filibuster and, in turn, the Prefabricated show s, talk -fest would block several bills that otherwise known as pack- showbiz is anxious to get a look at any- ages or units, are noth- way. "War Will Insure Vaude's ing new. They were At any rate, prospects were not bright known in the days when for any immediate legislation on amend- the Shuberts were fight- ing the Federal Communications Act or ing Keith, and in the any of the other measures in which show- Place in Post -War Showbiz," depression years when biz is interested. First attention will be Fanchon & Marco was a given to renewing the price -control act top vaude trade -mark. and thus extending OPA's authority, re- Today, however, there newing lend -lease authority, simplifying seems to be little doubt that fully half - the tax form, and the poll -tax issue. Says Ed Wynn, After GI Tour possibly more-of the offerings which Other subjects which will come up as appear in the vaude houses of the land soon as these are out of the way are are shipped there ready- wrapped. legislation to move 4 -F's into essential Units Selling Hospitalized Boys Flesh Shows And just about all the house operator Industry, and several appropriation bills, has to do is decide upon the package including one for FCC's funds. NEW YORK, April 15.-"Is that what for the tour, carried nine changes of cos- to display on the boards of his temple of Only a spark was needed to touch off fun. the poll -tax filibuster and successfully they call vaudeville? I like it." tume, a truckload of props, and the disrupt the legislative calendar. The That's what a young WAC from a small usual Wynn hats. He claims that there There also seems to be little doubt necessary spark was a motion to call up town told Ed Wynn when he played be- has been no change in the type of comedy that the move is strongly toward more bill, come any time. fore a group of 200 on his recent tour of and there has been no revolution in gag and more packages. In other words, the the and it may army hospitals. arlproach. He did make sure that his present high level of prefabricated items Despite the twice-yearly blooming of (See WAR WILL INSURE on page 24) --50 per cent or up-is not the end. The stories that vaude is back or is coming future may very well see prefabrication Barroom Ballads back, Wynn, who has been thru the mill or packaging extended to as much as 76 before and now is going thru it again, St. L. Ninny Skeds per cent of vaude bills. Not Subject To thinks that the real vaude is definitely Three Reasons Why in for good. He says it's so because of The sharp rise in present -day packag- youngsters like that WAC, who haven't For 12 Middlebrow 30 ing has come about in less than 10 years Per Cent Nick seen vaude before the war brought them (Vaude 50% Prefabricated on page 24) USO units and old -time headliners. Summer Revivals The silly hat man, just back from a ST. LOUIS, April 15.-Paul Beismann, But No Community Sing straw -hat tour of out -of- the -way army general manager of the St. Louis Munici- hospitals, says that servicemen and civil- WASHINGTON, April 15. --The 30 per pal Theater Association, announced this ians are tearing down the roof for vaude week the dates of 12 productions which Olsen- Johnson cent cabaret tax doesn't prevent guests shows, old- timers are getting back into will be presented at Forest Park Amphi- from vocalizing a bit if the whim strikes the groove, and newspapers are giving them. theater this season. the service "two -a -day" big play. The order in which the 12 productions Set 3 for Fall Internal Revenue Bureau officials ad- The commanding officers of several hos- mitted last week that there was nothing will be presented is: June 1 -11 -Open pitals told Wynn that he was not only Road; June 12 -18 -Good News; June 19- in the law which prevented guests from doing furnishing their own entertainment. a swell war job, but making a lot 25- Vagabond King; June 26 -July 2- On Broadway Guests may sing individually or in of new customers for himself. Small - Eileen; July 3 -9 -Hit the Deck; July 10- town newspapers are so hepped on the 16- Naughty Marietta; July 17-23 -Music HOLLYWOOD, April 15. groups and the 30 per cent tax does not shows - Ambitious apply to the management, regardless of that they have been sending re- in the Air; July 24- 30- Maytime; July plans of Olsen and Johnson call for whether it occurs in a nitery, restaurant, porters into hospitals to review the acts. 31- August 6- Irene; August 7- 13 -Bo- simultaneous showing of three shows on bar or elsewhere, Internal Revenue of- The boys, according to Wynn, were nuts hernian Girl; August 14- 20-Red Mill; Broadway, spokesman for the comics ficials declared. about his group, which included singer August 21 -27 -Rio Rita. stated this week, with Jerks Berserk, It was acknowledged by IB officials Wini Shaw, dancer Diana Lure; the La- The production staff for the forthcom- Hellzapoppin Jr. and Hellzapoppin' in that the guests could even request that varres, acrobats; Pat Hill's puppets, and ing season 1,s headed by John Kennedy, Harlem ready for fall openings. Comics a pianist or orchestra play their requests Mike Oliviere, accordionist. production manager. Watson Barrett will are starting Universal film this week, en- for accompaniment, but the pianist or "They've seen enough shows to be able be assistant production manager and titled See My Lawyer, and as soon as final none of the members of the ork could to judge," he said, "and they go for good scenic designer; Anthony J. Morelli, scenes are in the can, they will train for join in. That would be professional en- vaude in a big way." musical director; Anthony Nelle, ballet Manhattan to get their new productions tertainment, and suddenly the spot Ed says he wrote all his ówn material master, and Jack Sheehan, stage director. underway. would become a legal cabaret. John Murray Anderson, legit and mu- The law shouldn't be construed as sical producer, has been signed by the meaning that an exuberant drinker pair to handle production reins on the could not burst into song if he wanted In This Issue shows. It was learned that Jerks Berserk to, said Mrs. W. J. Reed, chief of the will have a production budget of $225,000, admissions tax unit. Bands & Vaude Grosses 21 Magic 32 Rerlewe, ghítClubs 30 which is way over their original cost on "But the singing must be purely an Burlesque 32 Merchandise -Pipes ...... 51-56 Carnival ..... 34-39 Music 13 -20 Vaude 27 Hellzapoppin', which was built for $28,- affair of the patrons," she warned. "If Circus 40 -43 Music Cocktail 22 Rinks- Skaters .. 46 000. the management hires someone to lead Classified Ads 48 -49 Music- Merchandising . .66 -87 Roadshow Films 47 the singing -wham, 30 per centl" Cocktail Combos 23 Music Popularity Chart ..14 -19 Routes, Acts 28 Attempting to showcase up- and -coming Coin Machines 61 -84 Night Clubs 24 -28 Carnival ..... 58 talent, as has been done with the Meet Corral 43 Parks -Pools 56 Circus 58 Fairs-Expositions 45 Pipes for Pitchmen 58 Dramatic & Musical 30 the People shows, Olsen and Johnson will Gale Blows To Coast Final Curtain, Births, Radio 5 -11 Ice Shows 4 give the juves a chance in Hellzapoppin NEW YORK, April Marriages Radio General 29 Sponsoion Events. 39 Jr. Sepia names will be lined up for 17.-Moe Gale left General Outdoor 57-6033 10- the for Hollywood today. He will spend four Legitimate 30 -31 Radio -Music 12 Vaudeville ...... 24 -28 third production, Hellzapoppin' in Har- weeks working out pic deals for his 10 Letter List 50 Repertoire 47 Vending Machines 68 lem. Comics are one production shy of percentees and will attend the Ink Spots' emulating the late Florenz Ziegfeld, who Orpheum Los Angeles April Subscription Rate: One year, $7.50. opening in Entered aa eeo:ad -claw matter June 4, 1897, at Post Office, Cincinnati, O., under Act of March, 1897. had four shows on the Main Stem at the 25. Copyright 1944 by The Billboard Publishing Company. same time.

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Warners Using 200 Outlets A 2,500 -Ruppee Congress Back Kiss for `Relief' To Sell "Mark Twain" Film; NEW DELHI, India, March 27.- To Rap W. W., Esquire's Little Sultan was never like this. A bearded Sikh con- tractor paid 2,500 ruppees, which is Obler Scripts 15 E.T. Shows God knows how much in Amer - OWI,ButGood icaa money, to get a kiss on the forehead from show gal. WASHINGTON, April 15. - Congress a hadn't been in town 24 hours before it No Pic Stars Used Bidding against all corners at was up to its old tricks-rapping Walter yesterday's China Medical Relief Winchell and investigating the OWL HOLLYWOOD, April 15.- Biggest ex- exploitation ether shots. Fund Tennis Match, the local big- Both are now a national pastime. ploitation tie -up between pictures and Shortage of producers in film studios wig took his medicine like a man and needed only one of his sons Representative Hoffman resumed his radio was inaugurated this week by has had most of the top -flight program battle with the Blue Network commenta- Warner Bros. as they launched 15 quar- handlers casting eyes at the heavy pic to hold him up when he went to collect. The son got buzzed, too. tor on the first day after the recess ter -hour transcriptions to plug The Ad- sugar. Some of the boys on radio row ended. ventures of Mark Twain. over 200 indie feel that if Obler has sold the studios It must be faced. , The harems stations of CBS, NBC and Mutual nets, on radio technique, it may be the open are on the down grade. "In my judgment," he declared, "it is and geared to hit 90,000,000 listeners. sesame for ether producers to step into long past time when this Congress Scripted by Arch Obler, shows use the higher pay brackets offered by the should take some action to determine material about the pic, with accompany- celluloid industry. the truth or the falsity of charges which ing belly designed to draw the ticket Shortage of newsprint, which does not are made against individual members, buyers. In former years studios have allow studios much advertising space in "Radio Cavalcade" and against the Congress as a whole, been content to wax excerpts from film dailies or national mags for exploitation, which reflect upon the congressmen in for exploitation. When first approached will undoubtedly cause other film pro- Lays a Trenton their representative capacity, upon this by Warners on the idea, Obler is said to ducers to insist that they get plenty of branch of the government, and the way have turned thumbs down on using radio coverage for their product. This it acts, and which impair its usefulness." Frederic March and Alexis Smith, stars may cause a further drain on ad agency Egg in Two Days Most Washington newswriters and of the picture, in the ether series. Obier and chain production staffs, as plenty TRENTON, N. J., April 15.-John Curry, others in the capital agreed there was wanted carte blanche to produce the of top men will be needed in Hollywood. local impresario-flushed with his Gay nothing new in that. transcriptions in the radio manner. Nineties triumph of several weeks ago- Representative Taber read to the House Scripter won his point, and instead of presented Cavalcade of Radio last Satur- an article from The New York Sun which utilizing top stars, well -known radio -Up day and Sunday at the War Memorial criticized OWI. Everyone agreed there actors were signed for the roles. Make Okay for and scored a perfect zero with a show was nothing new in that either. Other studios are said to be watching that was only fairish minor entertain- the results of the Warner experiment of 1944, Says WPB ment and a string of performers who using the Obier technique instead of were overestimated and touted far beyond "Ice Ends relying on stars of film being plugged Plenty Castor Oil their merits. In desperation Curry tried Follies" to get the dial twisters. If idea lives up to bolster the bill by adding Howard to expectations, it is expected that other WASHINGTON, April 15.- Orease paint Hughes, twelve -year -old local boy soprano Season Busting pic orgs will hop on the bandwagon and cosmetics will be available to per- who has been appearing on local Station and sign top radio producers to handle formers and showbiz this year to the WTTM. extent that containers are available. Show was presented somewhat along Minneapolis Record This statement on the cosmetic mar- the lines of the old Fanchbn and Marco MINNEAPOLIS, April 15. - Shipatad- ket, which is extremely important to all presentations and was emseeci by Gus Johnson Ice Follies, which closed its Actors "Rate" 50% performers, was made by government of- Van, who received a thunderous ovation 1943 -'44 season on its home grounds in ficials after a survey was conducted by when introduced as "the other part of Minneapolis Arena, shattered all attend - the War Production Board, Office of Price the team of Van and Schenck." ance records and set a new box -office high Withholding Cut Administration and Office of War In- Ray Botachart's band, a local outfit, with an estimated gross of $221,300. formation. furnished the music. Band was attired With Arena capacity 5,285 seats, show On Expenses Plea The report had nothing to say on the in tuxedos. The leader wore street cloth- averaged 5,300 persons per show-or sell- new excise tax on cosmetics, which is ing. outs for every one of the 26 performances. NEW YORK, April 1&-Actors' Equity beginning to take a nice bite out of the dresses has taken pains to tell its members that Denver Darling (WNEW) who The management gave away 1,200 service- wallets of flesh talent, but dealt pretty like the late Torn Mix -red boots and men's tickets in addition to another 100 they are allowed income tax deductions largely with supply and quality. all- opened the bill with a repertoire of ducats to under- priviledged kids. up to 50 per cent for legitimate living cowboy songs and received mild applause. expenses when they are on tour. Bu- Better Lipstick Following a four -week vacation lay- reau of Internal Revenue rulings allow- Quality of most grease paints and cos- The Deep River Boys (WABC), a Negro off here, troupe will move to Seattle and ing the cut for AOVA members seem to metics should be as good as in 1943, but quartet, had the deuce spot and altho then to San Francisco to start rehearsals cover legit performers, too, if-they main- lipsticks will improve because more cas- their rendition of Negro spirituals was on Ice Follies of 1945, scheduled for a tain a permanent home while they are tor oil is available. It may come as a (See "Radio Cavacade" on page 24) September opening in Los Angeles. on the road. However, if more is claimed surprise to performers that castor oil than is actually spent for living expenses, is a principal ingredient of good lipstick, the remainder, which was not subjected but such is the case. SRO at Fort Knox; to withholding tax, is taxable when hor- No problem of materials, other than For Safety, Judge rible March 15 rolls around. the supply of containers, is expected to And the Show's GI Actors who want the deduction have to reduce under 1943 levels the quantities inform the management so that it is not of face powder, creams, rouge or hair dyes OKs Nixing Cripple FORT KNOX, Ky., April 15.-Pvt, Jack withheld -and sometimes point to the available. Barnett, former gag writer for Jimmie AOVA ruling to get the exemption. While many performers may not have Durante, and Sgt. Danny Leiberman, ex- Theater Admission Stem 10 per center, are putting on known what they were rubbing into NEW ORLEANS, April 15. local their faces every day, there were times -A shows here for whose b. o. any Stem pro- crippled citizen lost his suit for damages ducer would give his eye teeth and a when the manufacturera probably didn't against Saenger Theaters, Inc., early this TONY PASTOR know either. One company manufactur- piece of Sinatra. week when the Parish Court of Appeals Their musical revue unit, called Name, ing cosmetics was forced to change its affirmed a lower court decree denying formulas 499 times since the war began Rank and Serial Number Group, has "Pastorized" Melodies his claim for $250 damages for being hung out the SRO sign at 20 straight because of material shortages. refused admission to the Saenger Theater Shortages of essential raw materials sock first nights for GI's. All work here May 1, 1943, because he was a crip- is and FOR the past four years "Pastorized" swing are not expected to be acute this year, on the shows done by soldiers for lanolin, alcohol and isopropyl ple. their pals are going slightly nuts about has been recognized as the cream of except Judge William W. Westerfield, author them. melody in ballrooms, on the air waves and alcohol. Other ingredients, while not of the opinion, pointed out plentiful, will be adequate for actual majority that Pvt. Morty Jacobs, Tiny Pan Alley refu- out of juke boxes. Tony Pastor's jive process- at the theater there was "a rule in effect gee, has scored them all, writing over 50 a needs. ing won him and his outfit strong position excluding cripples from performances on original numbers with lyrics by Barnett. in the band parade in 1940 and 1941. This Saturdays and Sundays," and that, ac- year, with broadcasts over cording to the management, the rule various nets and groovings Hanson New Deputy was adopted in the interest of safety of on Bluebird platters, they're the cripples, as well as other patrons of Mrs. French Out of moving along fast. of OWI the theater. Since April 11 Tony and Director Huh S.D. Canteen his boys have been on the WASHINGTON, April 15. - Appoint- road, playing theaters and ment of Maurice F. Hanson, of Chicago, NEW YORK, April 15. -Mrs. Malcolm ballrooms. Tour skeds such as deputy director of Office of War In- Showbiz Hits New Bradley French has "resigned" as co- spots as Stanley Theater, formation, was announced this week. A chairman of the American Theater Wing's Pittsburgh; Earle Theater, member of the staff of J. Walter Thomp- Boston Stage Door Canteen, the Theater Philadelphia; Cedar Point, son, Hanson is currently on leave of Mexico City High Wing's board of directors learned here today. O.; Palace Theater, Cleve- absence. MEXICO CITY, April 15. Showbiz land, and Hollywood's Palladium, as well as He succeeds A. R. Whitman, who quit - Mrs. French, who was instrumental In here, despite heavy competish from pix, starting the Canteen and active in its repeats at leading colleges and ballrooms thru- OWI to accept a job in OPA. Under off to its best start in 40 years. out the country. The crew holds some sort new will be operation, left because of the pressure Hanson in his job Samuel Revues, vaude, of work record, with only 15 days off in 21 Dalsimer, vice -president of Cecil & Pres- legit and longhair hit- of her other social service activities. months, and those by request for vacation. brey, New York, and John Graetzer Jr., ting new high b. o. A committee, under the charge of the Aside from its ether program chores the formerly assistant advertising manager Burly alone is hit-this city of 2,000,- executive director, Mrs. Osgood Perkins, band has made many transcriptions for NBC for Carstairs Bros. Distilling Company. 000 is without a tease. will be in charge. and is in demand for sound film shorts, pin appearances. What the platter SPECIAL PRINTED and personal STOCK TICKETS Soldier Son to His Dad: "We Can Take is It and, Yes, Dish It Out Too." CasTi with Order. Prices: bugs think of Tony's waxings attested by M &M Ieer Held in Pittsburgh 2,000 ....S 4.28 the sale "Let's Do It" to the tune of One Roll $ .75 of Five Rolls 9.00 TICKETS 4,000 .... 4.83 180,000 copies. "Paradiddle Joe," on which he PITTSBURGH, April 15. - McGowan - Ten Rolls 5.00 6,000 .... 5.87 8,000 9.91 collaborated with drummer Johnny Morris, was Mack Ice Revue, which was slated to end Fifty Rolls 17.00 .... 100 Rolls 30.00 TICKETS 10,000 .... 7.16 also a good seller, having hit better than its engagement in the Terrace Room of 30.000 .... 10.46 Hotel William Penn last Saturday night, ROLLS 2,000 EACH. 50,000 .... 13.75 100,000 to date. Double Coupons. TICKETS 100,000 .... 22.00 It is only four short years since Tony took did such a flourishing business Holy Double pries. More Later 600,000 88.00 CO, .... the customers evi- Troy, Penn manager, has Ne O. O. THE TOLEDO TICKET 1,000,000 ....170.60 out his own org, but Week that Tom D. Wises. Toledo (Ticket City) 2, Ohio dently take to "Pure Pastor" on the label. handed the icer an extension thru May 6. else: Single Tat- 1st ". Double coupons. Double prices.

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Feiner Heads Dr. "Anthony" Parker Key Broadcasting Men Survey NEW YORK, April 15.-The New CBS Tele Blue debuts a new daytime pro- gram, Appointment With Life, , next Monday (17), with Dr. Great Trade Associations Deal Valeria Hopkins Parker, founder Program of the Bureau of Marriage Coun- NEW YORK, April 17. -Ben Feiner Jr., sel and Education, as narrator. assistant in charge of program planning Format of the show calls for To Find Radio Org Formula for CBS shortwave department, trans- dramatized cases taken from the ferred to web's video department today files of Dr. Parker and will cover to assume directorship of new tele set- the entire range of problems con- Battles To Go On $ut Not Industry -Wide up. Dan Russell took over Feiner's job fronting married couples. Show Private at same time. aired 3:15 -3:30 p.m. Monday thru By LOU FRANKEL Others and their capacity in the new Friday. CBS television deal are as follows: Leo NEW YORK, April 15.- Industry leaders are quietly planning to unify Hurwitz, writer -director; Frances Buss, the business by vamping the National Association of Broadcasters from its assistant research director: Elwell Cobb, present operation as a service organization to that of a policy- making technician and floor manager; Paul AFRA Nat'l Meet body. Idea is to capitalize on the experiences of other industrial groups, Belanger, writer and assistant manager; such as steel and oil, which were racked by internal strife until they set Harold Doane, assistant supervisor of film Aug. 25 -27; up trade organizations that concentrated solely upon policy matters. news and video technician; Howard Hayes Plans Top radio men admit to themselves that the business is rife with and Robert White, assistant technicians; factionalism. Thus, the independent stations shy away from the affiliates Amy Chandler, casting assistant; Edward Call 189 Delegates and some of the latter feel they're not getting a square shake from the Leftwich, technical assistant; Frances NEW YORK, April 15.- National con- webs; all of which the NAB was primarily supposed to obviate. In addi- Harrison, production assistant, and Mary vention of the American Federation of tion, the FM operators Reilly, program logs. Radio Artists will be held at the Carter have their own organiza- Hotel, Cleveland, August 25 -27. With 189 tion and the video broad - delegates slated to attend, either in per - WCAU Gets Fresh hP6df({ casters recently set up a Set son or by proxy, this stacks up as AFRA's unit. Six Outlets biggest confab. Size of conclave is tip -off With the NAB coming on growth of the talent union, as there Announcing Crop apart, with FM and tele- For Iowa State is one delegate for each 25 paid -up mem- acting on their PHILADELPHIA, April 15. - Bumper vision bers. crop of staff changes were announced at own, the trade leaders Chain; Mostly MBS Agenda for the meet is still in prepara- WCAU this week. Three new announcers fear for the future of the tion. At the moment the most important added to the staff in John B. Egan, from industry. They reason DES MOINES, April 15:Formation of item is vacancies on the union's national that the basic interests of AM, FM and an Iowa network of radio stations is ex- WBRY, Waterbury, Conn.; Owen McFar- board. Board members are elected for lane, from WAAT, Newark, and Frank video are one and the same. pected to be announced shortly, with three years, with one third of the board Yet, the separate groups within AM six Mutual stations reported joining to- are places Carlyle, who miked to the name of Earl elected each year. Open seven Carlyle at WIBG. New voices take the broadcasting have been and are scrap- gether and two or three more likely to for New York, four for Los Angeles, one ping among themselves and so taking a sign up. each for San Francisco and St. place of Mark Gregory, who resigned to Chicago, join the staff of KYW; Al Taylor, who beating on such broad policy matters as Stations set are KROS, Clinton; KDTH, Louis, plus three members at large. went into the merchant marine, and music copyright, musicians and govern- Dubuque; KVFD, Fort Dodge; KTRI, Meanwhile AFRA execs anticipate ac- ment. Now, with FM and tele set to Labor Craig Stewart, who joins the production Sioux City; KFJB, Marshalltown, and tion from the War Board on the WOR, New York. act on their own, the key men who KICD, Spencer, while KBIZ, transcription code which is being mulled department of Mutual at Ottumwa; has mike - think about the future see an even more KBUR, Burlington, and KMA, Shenan- by that agency. Pact has been in the Realignment of announcers ominous future. doah, are possible members. works several months. man Glenn Adams becoming the staff off with two com- Competitive Orgs The new group is expected estab- newscaster, starting Studying to mercials under his belt. Airs fives times Which is why they are studying the lish a Des Moines office with a studio weekly for Bleachette Laundry Blue and trade association history of comparable and pipe shows originating in the Capital Corwin Series From weekly for Bisceglia Wines. City out to the member stations. Most three times competitive industries. Not too long ago, of the stations are Mutual and it is pos- Coast in May Harry (Bud) Reinhard adds two new the internal battlings of newspapers, sible they will use their same lines for members to his newsroom staff. Violet steel, oil, utilities, railroads, films, metals, the remote shows. NEW YORK, April 15.- Norman Corwin Shuman, new to radio, becomes the first brewers, textiles and distillers, were pub- for a local radio lic scandals that hampered the progress Deal is said to be close to jelling, with heads for the Coast early next month. gal to write news copy He will do 10 weeks out of KNX, CBS station. Other addition is William Win - and development of those industries. a meeting skedded for next week. Rep- Philadelphia Eve- Finally they learned to live together. thru resentatives of the group have approached outlet in film town, working on his cur- dle, formerly with The rent CBS series. These will be the pro- ning Bulletin. In addition, Leonard Mc- broad policy- making groups, without prospective employees for setting up the replac- curtailing competition or earnings. Des Moines office. grams with the movie names in the cast. Clain joins up as staff organist, Then he returns to New York for the ing Doris Havens, who has left after 12 Radio, according to the seers, is a big remainder of the programs. years, for New York. business that must operate as a big busi- ness or disintegrate. There is room for Radio Educators everyone without weakening the indus- try "structure by behind- the -scene brawls Meet that unfortunately don't stay off stage. To Organize Mr. Brooks The answer, say the sages, is for each Paging faction to realize that what hurts one, Indiana Chapter rr HAPPENED out in Cincinnati a couple of weeks ago at the National hurts all, and vice versa. Once these Retail Dry Goods Association conclave. Among the media men in- groups realize their interests are inter- INDIANAPOLIS, April 15. - Indiana dependent, then unity will be possible. members of the National Association for vited to talk was Vernon Brooks, adman of The New York World - Telegram. He asked to the last speaker at this particular session And, with unity, will come strength, Education by Radio met here this week be sanity and progress. to'organize an Indiana chapter. Accord- wijich was to be followed by lunch, made his talk, and then disappeared. ing to the constitution adopted at the As things worked out it was good that he took a powder, as his talk Currently these key men are surveying meeting, purpose of the meet is to en- was a blast at radio that the retailers themselves repudiated. Basis of related scenes since they want to assure courage a greater use of radio aids in all the newspaperman's rap was (1) the continuing study of newspaper freedom of competitive action before phases of education, to serve teachers reading conducted by the Advertising Research Foundation in co- putting blueprints before the industry. in radio education, to assist adult educa- operation with the Bureau of Advertising of the American Newspaper But tentatively they see a NAB represent- tion, and interest commercial agencies Publishers' Association; (2) a special coincidental survey of retail pro- ing every phase, past, present and future, and civic groups. grams conducted by the Arch Crossley researchery. of broadcasting. With this one vital dif- He quoted the Crossley figures to prove that newspapers are a better ference -the new NAB would represent Tentative plans also made were for a Mr. Brooks, only three the community -of- interest viewpoint. special meeting May 11, when William bet for the retailer than radio. According to of every thousand listeners to programs sponsored by retailers on WAfCA, The component groups would organize D. Boutwell, of the United States Office new NAB and of Education and first vice -president of WNEW, WHN (all New York City indie outlets) could properly identify within the operate for their the sponsor or product. own interests-for example the low - the association, will be in Indianapolis of Lew power affiliates for as to speak on the new FM broadcasting. During luncheon, the radio execs, acting upon the advice net might battle Avery, of the NAB, refrained from discussing the attack with the re- good a web contract as that given the tailers. Since Avery had been around the country with the NAB's retail high -watt affiliates. Or, FM could fight promotion plan he knew what he was doing. video for spectrum space-but always Roxspun Sure enough, es soon as the convention reconvened the retailers with the over -all realization that they Clothing insisted on answering The World -Telegram's blast before opening the all have a stake in the same industry. next order of business. Typical of their comment were the remarks of After all, reason the trade leaders, the Buys Ted Steele E. H. Hunvald, prexy of the Pizitz Department Store, Birmingham. individuals and groups now in AM will "If radio is so lousy then I'm a damn fool and there are a lot of tomorrow be in FM and television; so And Ilka C. to C. damn fools in the audience. I'm the biggest user of newspaper and why persist in repeating the same errors radio advertising in Birmingham. (Eighty-four announcements a week or refusing newcomers the benefit of NEW YORK, April 15.-Roxspun Cloth - on three stations; five quarter -hours, including two strips, on two sta- their knowledge? They realize that ing bought a Coast -to -Coast hook -up on tions.) broadcasting has a number of selfish and the Blue Network last week with Ted "Experience has proved that radio brings me sales at a lower cost short -sighted lone -wolf units that will Steele and Ilka Chase. Program is skedded than newspapers, yet I use newspapers because they are good and pay resist the theory of community interest. to be broadcast Sundays 1:15 -1:30 p.m. out. Saying that radio advertising doesn't pay is sheer stupidity. But they also realize that the objective starting June 11. Altho format of show National advertisers made radio the top medium by spending more is worth the battle. has not been announced, program will be money on radio than they do newspapers and they know what they're a musical. doing." This is the sponsor's first venture into Nuff said. NEW YORK, April 15.-Paul Hollister, radio. The Modern Merchandising Bureau CBS v.-p., is in the Bermudas. Due back placed the time. in fortnight.

r www.americanradiohistory.com 6 RADIO The Billboard April 22, 1944 FM CHANNEL FIGHT LOOMS Atlantic Refining Commercial Operators Will Two Bets on Betts CHICAGO, April 15. -The WON Set Balto, Philly press department became a bit confused this week. And Hub Games Sattle Educators, Co -Op and On the same day, in the same NEW YORK, April 15.-Six league release, they sent out two stories teams, five of them in the majors and about Johnny Betts, station the other Baltimore of the International singer. One note said that Betts League, will have their games aired under Churches for Air Space would start a new sponsored WGN the sponsorship of the Atlantic Refining program. The other said that Company when the 1944 baseball cam- CHICAGO, April 15. -Two developments here last week seemingly Betts was skedded to enter the paign gets under way next week. rang the bell which may make the immediate future of FM broadcasting navy. Maybe the press depart- Both major league affiliates in Phila- a prize ring. First, the High -Frequency Panel of the Radio Technical Plan- ment was not to blame, maybe it delphia, the Athletics and Blue Jays, and was merely reporting the facts, both Boston clubs, the Braves and Red ning Board recommended that there be no specific allotment of FM station management had units -commercial, educational, religious, labor and the Sox, along with the. Pittsburgh Pirates channels for the sundry done some peculiar booking. of the National loop, will take the air co -ops-within the FM band. Then the Ohio State University Institute Who'll bet on what Betts will be with live home games and reconstructed for Education by Radio scheduled a discussion, for its conclave early next doing? remotes. Of the aforementioned clubs, month, on why more educators should apply for FM licenses. only both Boston nines will not play With the application of many commercial AM operators for FM li- night ball, with the night contests of the censes already on file, with labor, church groups and co -ops planning to others being carried. file, and with some educators already on An innovation in the form of a 50- the air, the combination of an open FM Berle Boiling minute Sports Jamboree, on the dates field and the pundits' yen for FM, there gan, hundreds more are in the market. when the respective teams are not figures to be a battle royal for the limited To commercial broadcasters all this skedded or when atmospheric conditions number of wave lengths. means that they had better start plan- No Points forbid the contest, has been added this Despite the current outlook there ning now if they want a frequency at But year. Format of the latter includes dis- figures to be a shortage of frequencies. some later date. And, too, they can NEW YORK, April 15.-The Milton cussions of the teams, their standings in RCA, in a recent report, estimated that expect a battle for audiences when these Berle Let Yourself Go program underwent the pennant races, interviews with sports there is room under the present alloca- varied groups begin to try to capture the an on- the -air overhauling last Friday personalities, a fan questionnaire and tion plan for 3,000 FM outlets. In addi- American listener. night before a live audience at the Ritz other similar features. tion, the RTPB Panel, by recommending It is possible, some educators feel, that Theater. Cal Coon, producer, tested Announcers familiar to the fans in the expansion of the FM band to include by means of FM a large section of the audience reaction of show on ad -lib basis. their respective areas will again paint what is now the No. 1 video channel, American public will hear for the first Program, so far, has been from script. the word picture of the action. Byram apparently provides for the future. time something unlike the type of pro- Other revisions are contemplated by Saam, assisted by Claude Haring and grams now broadcast by AM. Others say the Blow Agency, which has been dissat- Doug Arthur, will air the Philadelphia 579 Cities Sans Broadcasters they will capture the audiences with isfied with show all along, altho the games via WIBG, while the Pirate con- But the same RCA report says that programing sans soap operas. Eversharp sponsor has been insistent on tests, with Rosey Roswell and Jack Crad- there are 606 cities in the U. S., exclusive Of one thing, however, the educators the present format. Radio reviewers have dock at the mike, will originate from of the 96 population centers, with popu- are sure. They are not going to allow consistently panned the program. WWSW. WITH will be the Baltimore lations in excess of 10,000. Of these 606 their FM licenses to expire of neglect, as outlet, with Bill Dyer doing the spieling, there are 597 cities sans AM radio sta- for example, they did years ago in Chi- while the Yankee Network, with the tions. These 597 cities are the crux of cago, when the board of education had Sheehan Leaving origin via WNAC, will carry the play -by- the problem. the AM frequency now used by WON. play accounts of the doings of the Boston With no segregation of FM channels, They are going to fight for the FM lis- entry. Jack Hussey will be the announcer with FM transmitters a low -cost opera- tener; they are going to fight for FM His WCCO Spot? for the last -mentioned clubs. tion, with an obvious public need, with frequencies. MINNEAPOLIS, April 15. -Rumor has 597 communities now devoid of local In fact, who isn't? in industry Al Sheehan, assistant general manager radio, there are some the WCCO, tick- who wonder what will happen if each of and production director of WTCN's Higgins the interested groups starts applying for Q eted to leave that station after many licenses. They deem it not inconceivable SlapB years of affiliation with it. Boston "Post" Sheehan has been in radio 16 years and To Manage KRO that in each of these towns a commer- show- cial, religious, labor, educational and is one of the most widely known will file for an outlet. Singing Air Ads in men in the Northwest. He ran the WCCO If Cowles Sells co -op organization Artists' Bureau until the station disposed Simple multiplication proves, in so far ST. PAUL, April 15.-George Higgins, thinkers are concerned, that even of it several years ago. He then re- as these Punchy Editorial turned to active radio work. St. Paul manager of WTCN, and sports- if the RTPB Panel's recommendation is caster for that station, will become man- there is no certainty that BOSTON, April 15.-Commercial radio Producer last year of Aqua Follies in approved -and had a hefty punch thrown at it last week connection with the Minneapolis Aqua - ager of KRO, Des Moines, if purchase it will be okayed -that there just won't pro- deal with Cowles family for the outlet be enough FM grooves to go around. by The Boston Post, morning paper, tennial, Sheehan annually handles which goes all over New England to some duction of Minnesota State Fair show. is made by Kingsley Murphy, of Min- These dopesters admit that they are neapolis. everyone asking for a station 400,000 readers. In an editorial printed His production abilities have set WCCO figuring on Saturday (8), titled, On the Way Out, out in front on local live shows. Murphy, member of the family which in every town, which patently is im- once owned The Minneapolis Tribune, they also point out that the paper aimed a solid one at commer- probable. But "singing commercials" in sold to Cowles three years ago, has there is no telling how mubh of the cial plugs, paid down earnest money to bind the FM will finally be al- particular. It said: spectrum space "The 'singing commercial' on the radio Davis -Haley Gang deal. He has also applied to the FCC lotted. seems to be on the way out, and this for transfer of license. Michigan Educational Chain will be pleasant news for all radio lis- Back Home on Coast Higgins has been in radio in the Twin Meanwhile, they do know that the teners. It has been bad enough to be Cities since 1932 and his is the familiar HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -Oast of the voice at all University of Minnesota foot- educational department of the State of forced to listen to commercial broadcasts Sealtest cirer arrived back from Gotham Michigan is planning a 20- station FM right in the middle of an interesting ball broadcasts, as well as St. Paul Amer - a last week in time for week's broadcast lean Association baseball games. chain. The Queen's Work Sodality, program, but when some of the an- over NBC. Roman Catholic religious organization, nouncers began plugging their commer- Louis. Headed by Joan Davis, party included wants an FM station near St. cials with nonsensical parodies, that was Jack Haley, Torn McAvity, producer; That's just a sample, but it shows that the last straw. One radio station will Sharon Douglas, Dave Street, Verna Fel- Circus everybody and his brother who has a not take any more new contracts unless Overseas' an FM ton and writers Ray Singer, Dick Chevil- message is planning to start there is a provision that 'singing com- 1at, Si Wills, and press agent Jack Mel- station. mercials' be excluded. Others might do vin, Airing Via WNEW One of the chief attractions of this well to do likewise." Jen- NEW YORK, April 15. -WNEW will do type of radio, according to George Post radio editor Howard Fitzpatrick special half -hour from Madison nings, acting director of the Chicago said that the editorial, the origin of a show Education Radio Council, is that From Blades to Pix Square Garden, where the Ringling cir- Board of which he could not give, expressed what cus is current, on evening of April 25. an FM station can be built for what it he thought was a "growing public opin- NEW YORK, April 15.-WOR has sold - its audience par- Program to be short -waved overseas and would cost to build and equip two class ion in this section." The Better Half, one of Serv- roms. Therein lies the candle which is ticipation shows, to Lorstan Studios. aired there by Armed Forces Radio Berekley Razor Blades ice outlets. attracting the sages. Show was on for Big for Dow Boutwell, Director of In- last year. Idea is to cover the Top the William servicemen. Kate Smith and Bob Trout, formation and Radio Service for the No Air Vacations Program Ls a husband vs. wife quiz and said a few as a good buy for the new both CBS performers, will handle the U. S. Office of Education, stacks up They'll do spelling, interviews with months ago that there were more than At WOR- Mutual sponsor, as Lorstan Studios are mass mike. the country and popular -priced portrait circus folks and gab with kids in audi- 100 educational systems in NEW YORK, April 15.-For the second production dads overseas. planning to -apply for FM licenses. Now, outfit. Tiny Ruffner will handle the ence who have Michi- consecutive season WOR has convinced Judging by the developments in its top names to stay on the air during emsee chores. the summer instead of going off for lengthy vacations. Angle is that sta- S. C. Vinsonhaler To Buy Worrier Cantor tion keeps and even increases its audi- Handwriting on the Wall ence, as the current fans stick with WOR, Station KLRA on FCC Okay NEW YORK, April 15. -The knowing that their favorites are in action, Eddie Cantor Time To Smile re- MINNEAPOLIS, April 15. -In instead of shopping around among the LITTLE ROCK, Ark., April 15.-S. C. newal was held up pending the its new Radio City heaquarters summer replacement shows. Vinsonhaler, manager of KLRA, has ac- release of the latest March pro- but five weeks, KSTP this week quired control of the Arkansas Broad- The Everyone from Bessie Beatty, John gram ratings. was forced to redecorate. Gambling, Stan Lomax, Martha Deane casting Company, ops of Station KLRA, Cantor refused to buck Sinatra 70.000 visitors who traipsed thru They will subject to FCC approval. sure his audience weeks and Gabe Heatter will stick. unless he was the studios in the first few take a week's vacation at the most. Majority of stock was bought from topped the singer's by a comfort- of opening rubbed the paint off Here the station will prepare transcrip- A. L. Chilton, Dallas. whose radio sta- able margin. the walls. tions of the niikers and so keep the talent tion holdings included KLRA and KGHI, in action. Little Rock, and KSKY, Dallas.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard RADIO 7 WWJ Adds Hour NYU '44 Workshop Joan Edwards Round and Charley "Deadline" Chan Morn and Evening; Round Has Plenty of New NEW YORK, April 15. -Bob White, writer, director and star of All -Nite Town NEW YORK, April 15. -There Faces on Faculty Bob White's Deadline Dramas on Det. is no doubt that April 29 will be WJZ, has been signed by Rauth- DE ii OIT, April 15.-Pressure for radio long remembered by Joan Ed- NEW YORK, April 15. -The 11th An- ruff & Ryan to write the new time locally is reflected in the decision of wards. All that is on the agenda nual Summer Radio Workshop of N. Y. U. Charley Chan series. The new WWJ to add two hours a day of broad- for Miss Edwards that day is an will meet for a six -week period, starting show, skedded to debut in June, casting time in order to accommodate early- morning recording session, July 5, at Washington Square. will be sponsored by Lever Bros. more sponsors. New extension makes two sponsored programs via CBS, Faculty includes Robert J. Landry, di- eked from 6 to 1 a.m., adding an hour at six shows at the Roxy, and a club rector of Workshop; Elwood Hoffman, in each end of the day. date at the Waldorf- Astoria. structor in writing (CBS); Ernest Ricca, NBC; Joseph A. Moran, of Young & Angle that enters into the figuring of direction (Knox Reeves Agency); Wall House, acting and studio practice Rubicam, and Charles Gaines, of Fred- salable time at either extreme is the crick Ziv, Inc. increase in popularity of early and late amusement fields as well, show that De- (N. Y. U.), and Leon Goldstein, station programs, both of which have been noted troit's war workers are ready for bed by editing and publicity (WMCA). Ricca replaces Earl McGill this year; as war -time trends. Altho all -night shows around 2 a.m., and the city has definitely Landry conducts two lecture courses, Hoffman takes over for Murry Dyer, now generally have a limited application, in- developed into a wide -open, all -night his own and a guest series which will overseas for OWI, and House replaces dications, based upon reports from other town. include Frank Mullen, executive v. -p. of Luella Hoskins, also overseas.

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SERVICE Based on it'CAPTRST FIFTEEN" FEATURE BOOPERATTNGS ßiiiaJ TALENT COST INDEX for evening programs Vol. 1. No. 11E (REPORT DATED APRIL 15, 1944)

WEEKS COST TO NET & SPONSOR TALENT PER PROGRAM HOOPERATING DATE NO. STA. OPPOSITION AGENCY & PRODUCT COST POINT

FIBBER McGEE Report to Nation -CBS Needham, Louis & Brorby S. J. Johnson $ 8,500 $246.38 AND MOLLY 34.5 392 NBC 131 Spotlight Bands-BLUE (Floor Wax) Coronet Story Teller- BLUE Amer. Forum-MBS

BOB HOPE 33.1 269 NBC 133 Corwin -CBS Foote, Cone & Beading Pepsodent $11,000 $332.33 R. G. Swing -BLUE (Toothpaste) Amer. Forum-MBS Sunny Skylar MBS

EDGAR BERGEN 27.0 306 NBC 133 Star & Story -CBS J. Walter Thompson Standard Brands $10,000 $370.37 A. L. Alexander -MBS (Chase & Sanborn Greenfield Choir -BLUE Coffee)

WALTER WINCHELL 25.9 549 BLUE 167 R. Digest -CBS Lennen & Mitchell Jergens $ 5,000 $193.05 M- Go- Round-NBC (Hand Lotion) Cleve. Symph-MBS

RED SKELTON'* 24.5 97 NBC 128 Creeps by Night -BLUE Russel M. Seeds Brown & Williamson $ 8,500 $346.94 Talks -CBS (Raleigh Cigarettes) San Quentin -MBS

JACK BENNY 24.2 457 NBC 132 Sharer-CBS Young & Rubicam GeneraI Foods $20,000 $826.45 Como -CBS (Grape Nuts) Pearson -BLUE D. Thompson -BLUE Old Fash. Revival -MBS

MR. DISTRICT J. Carson -CBS Pedlar, Ryan & Lusk Bristol -Myers $ 4,000 $166.66 ATTORNEY 24.0 254 NBC 125 Spotlight Bands -BLUE (Vitalis) Coronet Story Teller- BLUE First Nighter -MBS

TAKE IT OR H. of Charm -NBC Biow Eversharp $ 2,500 $108.67 LEAVE IT 23.0 207 CBS 121 G. Lawrence -BLUE (Pens and Pencils) Good Will IL -MBS Cedric Foster -MBS '

LUX RADIO THEATER 22.9 396 CBS 135 Tel. Hour-NBC J. Walter Thompson Lever Bros. $10,000 $436.67 Dr. I. Q.-NBC (Lux) Counter Spy-BLUE Spotlight Bands -BLUE Coronet Story Teller - BLUE Heatter-MBS Bob Ripley-MBS Paul Winchell -MBS

SCREEN GUILD Contented Hour -NBC Blow Lady Esther $10,000 $446.43 THEATER 22.4 190 CBS 122 R. G. Swing -BLUE (Face Powder, etc.) Top of Evening -BLUE Gladstone -MRS Education for Freedom -MBS

ALDRICH FAMILY 22.1 208 NBC 127 Death Valley -CBS Young & Rubicam General Foods $ 4,000 $180.99 Town Meeting-BLUE (Postum) Human Adventure -MBS

JOAN DAVIS- Dinah Shore =CBS McKee & Albright Sealtest 1 7,500 $350.46 JACK HALEY 21.4 41 NBC 71 Spotlight Bands -BLUE (Milk and Coronet Story Teller- Ice Cream) BLUE Treasure Hour of Song - MBS

ABBOTT First Line -CBS William Esty R. J. Reynolds $10,000 $495.05 AND COSTELLO 20.2 120 NBC 134 R. G. Swing -BLUE (Camels) Carnegie -MBS Gladstone -MBS

BING CROSBY 19.4 319 NBC 134 Major Bowes -CBS J. Walter Thompson Kraft $10.000 $515.46 Town Meeting -BLUE (Cheese) G. Heatter -MBS Bob Ripley -MRS

8 8,000 KAY KYSER 18.9 313 NBC 127 Moments in Music-CBS Foote, Cone & Belding American Tobacco $423.38 R. G. Swing -BLUE (Lucky Strike) Gunnison -MBS Arch Ward -MBS

*Includes computed measurements for Eastern area Average sets -in -use is 29.5, was 31.8 last report, Sponsored network hours are 853/4, were 831/2 last portion of this network Hooperating. and 29.6 last year. report, and 73 last year. afternoon leaders are "Pause That Refreshes" Average evening program rating is 9.9, was 10.4 Average available audience is 77.9, was 79.6 last Saturday last report, 10.7 last year. report. with 9.5; "Family Hour" with 8.0.

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1 www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, .1944 The Billboard RADIO 9 HOPE AND LUX DOWN IN TCI MBS Gives Best Buys Corwin Plus "D -Day" Kit Period Ending April 15, 1944 Period Ending March 31, 1944 Program TCI Hooperating Program TCI Hooperating Take It $108.69 23.0 Take It $105.04 23.8 Fidler Hit To Affiliates Mr, D. A. 168.66 24.0 Mr. D. A. 180.18 22.2 NEW YORK, April 15.-Mutual, with an Aldrich Family_ . 180.99 22,1 Winchell 184.50 27.1 eye toward acquainting its affiliates on Winchell 193.05 25.9 Aldrich Family.. 190.48 21.0 Pepsodent how to capitalize on the web's invasion Fibber 246.38 34.5 Fibber 260.74 32.6 plans coverage, has prepared a "D -Day" Bob Hope 332.33 33.1 Bob Hope 301.37 36.5 kit replete with info and plans for han- Red Skelton 346.94 24.5 Davis -Haley .... 312.50 24.0 dling news when it breaks and advising Davis -Haley 350.46 21.4 Red Skelton.... 335.97 25.3 Benny Leveling Off its outlets as to the web promotional Edgar Bergen 370.37 27.0 Edgar Bergen... 366.80 27.1 plans. Kay Kyser 423.38 18.9 Lux Theater.... 370.38 27.0 NEW. YORK, April 15.- Several major The kit is one of the most comprehen- Lux Theater 436.67 22.9 Screen Guild.... 373.00 21.1 fluctuations in the Hooperatings of the sive news kits but forth to date and Screen Guild 446.43 22.4 Abbott and "First 15" this week revamped the TCI Abbott and Costello 469.48 23.1 and emphasized once again the sensitivity contains a multitude of carefully planned Costello 498.05 20.2 Bing Crosby.... 492.12 20.3 details. These are organized in a file - of ratings to apparently irrelevant in- Bing Crosby_ 515.46 18.4 Fred Allen 539.90 21.3 fluences. With average ratings, sets -in- like folder that is divided in many sec- 826.45 24.2 Benny 694.44 28.8 tions. Jack Benny Jack use and available audience all down, the The two main divisions of the portfolio top programs almost all followed suit. deal first, with pre -invision promotion, Of the "First 15," only five programs, and second, with the Mutual blueprint Cobb's 'N.Y. Times' Fibber McGee and Molly, Mr. D.A., Screen once the attack starts rolling. Both of News Battle 4- Guild Players, Aldrich Family and Kay the divisions dwell with on- the -air pro- Kyser were in the plus column. The high- motion, newspaper and visual displays, Article Stirs Up est increase was Fibber's 1.9. Yet this, and sample announcements. Sided in Iowa plus Bob Hope's dip of 3.4, was enough to knock the Pepsodent Both the pre- invasion and after -in- Chain & Agency Men DES MOINES, April 15.-The entrance comic out of vasion air promotional activities illus- KXEL, first place. trated in the folder give stations ideas NEW YORK, April 15. -Radio circles of Waterloo, into the fight for here started to burn over a New York newscast listening audiences makes the This is a good example of extraneous that tie in with the Mutual "Network for Iowa a -cornered KXEL, influences at work. Fibber, back after a News" scheme. Tabloid Times article by radio writer Mabel Cobb battle four affair. announcements this week which attacked current prac- Blue outlet, is using H. R. Gross, ex- serious illness, grabbed some additional styled to fit in the interim between pro- tice of making aspiring writers sign re- governor material, as bait. Latter had listeners. Since researchers figure that grams and break -in announcements that lease statements for the stuff they hand big following before entering politics and anything less than a two -point shift is jibe with both commercial and sustain- in to agencies, nets and Indies. is returning to the State to resume news- inconclusive, the tall tale teller's 1.9 in- ing airings are explained. In addition, Miss Cobb charged that the hopefuls casting. crease normally would not affect the a special transcription dramatizing radio were getting the dirty end of the stick, KSO and KRNT, CBS- Cowles stations standings. But coupled with a simul- news has been prepped and will be dis- and radio people fumed over the repeated here, are other entrants in the battle to taneous sizable slump by Bob Hope, due tributed along with transcribed news parallel to Bud Shulberg's What Makes wrest supremacy of the newscasting air apparently to Jimmy Fidler's blast and promotions to be spotted at intervals Sammy Run. She also stuck her neck out from WHO (NBC). Latter pioneered the increasing publicity given CBS's Norm during the sked. The idea is to "keep- criticizing industry for losing manu- field, being one of the first Midwestern Corwin's show, which is Hope compe- tuned-to-Mutual." scripts and lack of care. Radio feels stations to install own news bureau and tition, the fluctuations assume major pro- Ads and Puff Copy that this razz was handled the wrong process its own news. portions. The newspaper section deals with mats way. KXEL, in a bad spot on the dial, is Likewise, Lux Radio Theater, which nor- and layouts containing photographs, Bob Landry, OBS director of program using Gross, who formerly was a featured mally sets the pace for Screen Guild. i.e., biographies and publicity material about writing, sent a letter to The Times say- WHO commentator, as a means of get- when Lux rises so does Screen Guild and each and every Mutual observer, reporter ing that he "deplored" the choice of ting audience to dial station. The Cowles ditto when Lux dips, this report brings and commentator. Suggested advertising Shulberg's main character, Sammy Glick, stations are using as their come -on im- the SOP right behind LRT. Last month copy is included along with copy describ- as an example, because Glick was " . portations such as George Suderman and, the respective Hooperatings were Lux ing the web's news facilities and coverage a monsterous . .. and fictional character latest addition, Stanley Dixon, Mutual 27.0, SGP 21.1, a 5.9 difference. In addi- and facts about radio news technique. from the literature of Hollywood." He commentator and former speaker of the tion, Lux was in sixth place while its The visual display section is illustrated also said that Miss Cobb might have ad- State Legislature. shadow was down in the 13 slot. with suggestions as to how the stations vanced her "self- interest" and that of This can best use car cards, window displays, "other radio writers" without drawing report the differential is only .05. comparison "with one of the most Reason may be the coupling of clinkers news schedules, movie trailers, billboards, ob- Landt Trio Subs for two electric signs, truck posters and every noxious characters in recent fiction." weeks running on Lux, with a nifty other conceivable outlet for exploitation. Trade was also sore because the reason on the Lady Esther entry. Apparently the for the releases, protection against School of the Air audience, dissatisfied with Lux, turned nuisance for plagiarism, was not men- away, came back for Screen Guild. Since tioned by Miss Cobb. radio's drama fans are as fanatic as WDRC Really Has Vacation Session comic -strip devotees, this is possible. NEW YORK, April 15.-A half -hour The other major casualty was Jack Man -Power Aches musical show built around the Landt Benny. His MBS May Be Back will rating slipped down 4.8 and HARTFORD, Conn., April 15.- Hartford Trio follow School of the Air when his TOI jumped $132.01. Likewise, he radio stations are feeling the man -power it goes off CBS for summer hiatus at the slipped from third to sixth on the Hoop - In NAB Fold Soon end of this month. Show will use a three - crating. The pinch. At WDRC, for example, most of piece instrumental combo - organ, piano reason, however, is innocu- the regular announcing staff halve either CHICAGO, April 15.-Several of the and guitar -Catherine Carnes, of the ous. Benny had jumped 62 on the pre- enlisted or been drafted. Only one mem- key stations of MBS are talking about Symphonettes, on vocals, and a novelty vious report due to the abnormal amount ber of the staff of two years ago is still rejoining the National Association of musical quiz. of publicity accruing from his announced around, and he has one foot out the door. Broadcasters. Such gab is nothing new, Since Landt Trio has been concen- leaving General Foods for Pall Malls. So, So an announcing school is in full opera- but now with the NAB getting a new trating on quarter-hour show and since actually all he was doing was leveling off; tion, very quietly, at WDRC, and new pilot, Harold Ryan, in plate of Neville new sked Is a daytime half -hour strip, he is still 1.6 ahead. men and women are being given an in- Miller, the talks may culminate in action. The only change in the list was Kay course the new show stacks up as an experi- tensive of instruction. Once the three key outlets are in the mental setto. Web's idea is to build a Kyser from Fred Allen. Kyser didn't im- It is recognized locally that it takes NAB fold the network will also return. prove as much as Allen slipped. Had the at least morning variety show that will be spon- a year to really train a good The stations and the chain have been sor bait when the new season starts. dour comic held his own, he had a 21.3 radio announcer, but a speed -up job is outside the fold since the radio monopoly Landt Trio was summer fill for the last time out, he would have stuck in in progress. The first appointment of a fight of two years ago. the money. Instead, he had a weak guest woman mime program last year, albeit only for announcer in the history of At that time, when the FCC started a quarter hour. and lost just enough listeners to lose his WDRC was made this week with the . enforcing its rulings, the NAB supported position. assignment of Landi Jones to its staff. CBS and NBC in fighting the commission Charles Parker, 19- year -old veteran of while Mutual sided with FCC. It was World War II, is being instructed in then that Mutual pulled out of the trade control -room operation, and Everett Jesse association. Our Error has joined the spielers. WKRC Jamboree on Stage Since then much water has passed un- NEW YORK, April 15.-Foot- der the bridge. With Mutual operating notes to the last TCI chart in- CINCINNATI, April 15.-WKRC here under new leadership and the monopoly cluded a mention that "Red Skel- has inaugurated a new series of Satur- regulations sustained by the Supreme ton is rated for the EWT zone day Jamborees to be broadcast from the Court, the reconciliation stands a good only." This was an error. stage of the Strand Theater, Middletown, chance of becoming a fact. As most everyone knows, the O., each Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in addi- Red Skelton setto is rated every- tion to the WKRC Cornhuskers, the where but in the EWT zone; this line -up will include the Sunrise Ranch Auto Dealers Buy since ratings not made in Fart Gang and Bernie George, impersonator, after 10 :30 p.m. and Skelton is Byron Taggart emsees. On April 30 the BLUE NETWORK Race Re- Creations heard in those parts from 10:30- Cornhuskers, with Jack Baker, Blue Net- 11 pm. What the footnote should work's Breakfast Club star, will play and ALL major Radio Stations use this HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-Joe Hernan- have said was: three shows at Memorial Hall, Spring- 3x5 VISUAL record of song hits of over dez has been signed by Marshall & "Red Skelton rating is actual field, O. 100 publishers, plus old favorites. In- Ciampett, auto dealers, to new pact for rest of the country but only d crudes lead sheets and lyrics of chorus. calling for five -a -week re- creation of for EWT zone." races computed Samples free. on California tracks. Show airs over KFWB at 7 p.m. 1619 doing work for FRANK $x10 INATRA, EDDIE CANTOR, Broadway UY LOMBARDO, HELEN ADDITIONAL RADIO NEWS ON PAGE 29 ORREST. etc. Quantities as NEW YORK 19 TUNE-DEX w as be. Write for price list B.100-$6.60 L:owosa PHOTO SERVICE, 155 W. 46, N. Y. 19

ti www.americanradiohistory.com 10 TELEVISION The Billboard April 22, 1944 WEEK RUNS FOR VIDEO SHOWS? MGM Tele Pix Tele Repeats Ralph Austrian Defends Pic Industry New York. Editors The Billboard: Build -Up Lays I was much interested in the various comments in the daily and May Deliver trade press regarding telecasting of MGM's movie short, Patrolling the Ether, on NBC's television station Monday evening, April 10. Video Egg The impression is created that this short subject was made especially for television, and one publication ventured to state that if the premier Top Viewers of this short is a sample of the movie television fare to come, the video Publicity Big, Pic Nix experts might do well to bring live personalities to the television cameras. Air Vision a Different Biz I should prefer to think that this short subject was televised merely HOLLYWOOD, April 15.- Premiere of because it was timely and topical, not that it represented what can or MGM's two -reeler Patrolling the Ether I would prefer to was held here this week and shown NEW YORK, April 17. -The secret of should be made for prime television entertainment. believe that MGM knew more about making shorts for television than It simultaneously in five other cities thru- air vision that will compete with radio out the country. Advance bally touted broadcasting and motion pictures is sim- exhibited in this two -reeler. As a matter of fact, it was made for theater release, not for television release. the preem as in collaboration with Fed- ply a matter of adequate preparation, eral Communications Commission, as pic endless rehearsals and a willingness to I cannot imagine anyone making a picture today for television where a long sequence is photographed at dead of night in a graveyard. showed activities of Radio Intelligence forget ideas of pre -video entertainment. Division of the FCC. That, coupled with a plan to repeat the I think the motion picture industry should be given credit for more "big time" air shows intelligence. RALPH B. AUSTRIAN, Televised over Don Lee's W6XAO, film daily for an entire week April 12, 1944. Radio and Television Consultant for RKO. had little to recommend it as video fare. or three times a week Short, due to be released April 20 in the- (so that the show nut aters thruout the country, had been re- can be written off against duced from 35mm. to 16mm. for the spe- several visocasts -instead cial showing. of one) should be an im- Reviews William Downey, local rep for the FCC, mediate answer to post- Television set the stage with brief commentary. war video program aches, Choice of Patrolling the Ether for such according to Bob Gibson, an occasion was not too wise, it was felt of General Electric, who B &K Television WOR-DuMont Television in most circles. While acting was good has charge of Station WRGB, Schenec- and most shots were effective, the night ( 1 , 1 ) . Tuesday 1) 9:15 -10:15 tady, N. Y. Reviewed Thursday ( 3 Style - Reviewed scenes, as could be supposed, did not on There is as little reason to air a visual Film, drama, variety. Sustaining on p.m. Style- Variety. Sustaining come over any too well. Punch of the as there would be for a WBKB (Chicago). W2XWV (New York). film was in the after -dark sequences, so show only once naturally highlight was missed. Broadway first -run pic house to restrict who is crazy about amateur a feature to one day or even a week, One thing about B &K video is the Anyone Many of those who have been talking informality of the programs. There is shows, especially the kid brand with gobs points out Gibson. Nobody in the the- enjoyed this edi- up television as being "just around the ater expects that everyone who wants no posing, no pretensions, no pompous- of vocals, would have corner," showed their disappointment at ness. Instead there is a frank, friendly tion of Video Varieties. Bob Emery to see a picture will attend the theater his Rainbow House Gang, the showing. But this fact will have no en masse. Even if they did there wouldn't approach which smacks of shrewd plan- brought bearing on the future of the new medium, them. ning, a sane approach and professional dressed in costumes of the Gay '90s, be- video officials to pick a be a house large enough to hold cameras. only causing While, of course, it's possible for every- savvy. The result is an air of non- fore the better subject next time special showing one to tune in a video program, at least chalance and ease which makes for good Joe Bolton emseed and neatly, too, Is given a nationwide publicity build -up. everyone who has a receiver in his home, and varied entertainment. while Emery, in clown make -up, popped it isn't logical to believe that everyone is Fran Harris's work as mistress of cere- in and out with some excellent panto- home or even would be at home, were monies of an exhibition of weight lift- mime. the announced telecast the Angel Gabriel ing was typical. Fran had a calm charm A few of the dozen or so youngsters Chi Radio Big Shots blowing his horn. and a friendly, gay manner of introduc- sing rather well. Most of the group are Thus by repeating a live visocast sev- ing and interviewing Weight Lifter Ed mediocre, however, but they are well - - eral days the sponsor would be certain Wilkie which made enjoyable what other- coached. Vocal program was balanced Back To School- that he was reaching the majority of the wise might have been stilted television with most of the old pops and some not televiewers in the service area of the material. Weight lifting under ordinary so popular. To Learn Video which the program was put a video audi- station over circumstances might A take -off on a silent movie audience CHICAGO, April 15. -The members of aired. ence to sleep, but this didn't. Credit intermission bit. perform- was an interesting Chicago's Radio Management Club- Naturally repeat performances wouldn't Fran with adding zest to the Marcia Kobi, Lucky Fields and Harvey agency and station execs-will hold their cost as much as the first show, and the ance. Marlow put on a dumb -show, pretending expenses could be still fillers breath and take their first plunge into original production Films at present are just to react to a pic, the moods of which the television pool April 19 when they divided into as many parts as the times in television, and not very good, so there by Bill Wirges on piano. This about the were indicated attend their first television class at the the show was transmitted. has is no sense going into detail Fields and Marlow conceived and di- studios of WBKB, B. & K. video outlet further advantages in that word -of- three WBKB showed this night. Some day were given via be rected the skit. Credits here. According to present plans, the mouth advertising could be made effec- they will be better. Meanwhile, it must a movie -type roller, while the group sang radio execs will attend lectures for about tive, 1. e., "If you enjoyed this evening's remembered that they are not made for I See Your Face Before Me, the program's five weeks and after that they will start comedy, won't you tell your friends to this medium. One fact is apparent, how- theme song. wrestling with problems of actual tele look in tomorrow at the same time ?" ever. As long as available films are not young- show production. It's seldom that all the members of any suitable for television, they should nob Despite the inexperience of the at the same time, is the answer. sters and the monotony of too many The first lecture will be given by one family are at home be used. "Live" talent show moved fast with Bolton's and so if a show's good, and Gibson The dramatic portion of this program vocals, the Corn. Bill Eddy, tele pioneer, who was emsee patter and Emery's panto routine chief of the B. & K. station before he feels that week runs will put the pro- really clicked. Again simplicity was the Marvin. ducers on their mettle, the news will keynote, and its use proved WBKB pro- in clown garb. Wanda joined the navy to take over the oper- spread and so will the spectators. Repeats gram execs know the limits of current ation of naval Radar schools. There will will also enable producers to improve television and, consequently, don't ham be one three -hour lecture a week for shows from night to night. up a show by over -reaching. the five -week period. Each firm repre- With good lighting, expert camera Tele Panel Makes sented by the 35 Radio Management Club Pre -Net Scanning work and free- moving acting, this por- members will be allowed to have two top- In this manner the video producers will tion of the show dramatized why the Reports To RTPB notchers on hand. These lectures will have what might be called a "shake- average American should eat more po- cover the history of television and dis- down" audience the first night -a "pre - tatoes. Sounds trite but it wasn't. It NEW YORK, April 15.-The television cussions of lighting, script writing, cos - Broadway" showing -which will enable was a good documentary built around a panel of the Radio Technical Planning tumes, as well as the essentials of the them to better their production the housewife and husband discussing the Board, made up of industry members, electronic theories on which television second night just as a pre -Main Stem value of potatoes as a food, a food met here yesterday and adopted its re- is based. showing of a legitimate comedy or drama which the government wants eaten right port on television. The report has been is changed night after night on the road now. There was even a little sex via the submitted to the board. before it reaches the crucial "first- night" wife, a blonde with curves, dressed in Meeting chairman was D. B. Smith, Weather Grounds critical audience. Projecting the idea shorts and blouse. That always helps. of Philco. George Adair, chief engineer further, it would enable a station feed- Cy Wagner. of FCC, also attended session but only ing a program to a tele network to scan in capacity of observer. After session was Zenith Part in the show several nights for local audi- over, minutes were forwarded to FCC, ences before the station sends it over the Dragonette in First but that agency has no control or con- MGM Pic Premiere coaxial cable or booster- station chain. nection with RTPB. answer the CHICAGO, April 15.-Television sta- Week runs would also Session yesterday was not considered tions that in the future plan to use films problem of having an adequate audience Again; Big Video $$ FCC, findings of after 'very significant by as flown in from distant spots will have to sell sponsors as soon as possible NEW YORK, April 15.- Jessica Dragon - the panel have to be considered by full to hire themselves some weather fore- the war. While the set manufacturers ette, pioneer radio singer, now becomes is expressed that there of board, and belief casters, it seems. Television crystal feel certain they'll have thousands one of the first names to sign for video. will be considerably more discussion be- gazers have been trying to figure out receivers off the assembly lines within a The high and middlebrow artist will start formally makes television to fore board ways to jump over every possible ob- year after they're allowed to start on new Television Workshop series, Your recommendations. Also considerable time stacle that might be put in their way, manufacture civilian equipment, the sta- World Tomorrow, April 30 over W2XWV- will probably be consumed. forgotten about they must be able but so far they have tion ops realize that DuMont at 9 p.m. Television RTPB Panel (No. 6) has had Old Man Weather and his habit of inter- to deliver audiences that run into the In addition, she becomes one of the if lis- several meetings and has moved much fering with transportation schedules. hundreds of thousands and that, first four -figure wage slaves in television. other panels of which teners continue to tune in pic the way faster to date than The FCC -MGM film, Patrolling the they tune in sound, only a fraction of there are 11. Ether, was scheduled for telecasting on the available video receivers will be tuned Milland Cantor's Guest Panel report signifies, however, that Zenith's tele station WGXZV Monday in to any one program on one night. HOLLYWOOD, April 17. -Ray Milland industry is anxious to push television night, but at the last minute the plane be years before they week for Gotham and will plans and make recommendations as soon carrying it from New York was grounded Therefore it might trains out this was off have an audience big enough to interest guest on the Eddie Cantor show April 26 as possible. There are now 33 video ap- by a storm and the show -bang, on file with FCC. just like that. (See Week Runs for Video on page 29) from Fort Dix, N. J. plications

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HOW TO "SHOOT" PICTURES

Tent -show audiences stood up and cheered when Deadeye The magical DuMont gun ... television in its full glory! Dick banged out an Indian -head with 87 shots. This truly revolutionary achievement will mean much more Roughly speaking, the latest improvement in Dick's tech- in your life as soon as the war's over. nique is known as television. Of course, television is somewhat The time is nigh. We are ready. DuMont Television -Radio less noisy, and - need we add-somewhat more accurate. sets for your home represent television at its most advanced Television's "gun" -the DuMont Cathode Ray Tube- shoots stage ... the truest, clearest kind of instantaneous image re- its bullets with incredible rapidity-and it shoots billions of production, made possible only by the Cathode Ray Tube. ,them, not just 87. These bullets are electrons, electrons which You've waited a long time for television. Accept nothing are simply infinitesimal pieces of the picture being televised. less than DuMont quality.

Allen B. DuMonl, television pioneer, who de- veloped the famous "gun that shoots perfect pic- tures," the DaMont Cathode Ray Tube. This spectacular triumph (now at war along with other DuMont achievements) bas hems a seven- league step in television's long march from al laboratory curiosity to a new world', cornerstone

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www.americanradiohistory.com 12 MUSIC The Billboard April 22, 1944 WAXING IS EVERYBODY'S BIZ WJJD Spears Indie War - Baby Recorders But Will They Talk The Same Language? AFM Drive for NEW YORK, April 15. -Music Supply, Missing trade will rub and bend elbows Production with highbrow literary lights April 24 when Julian Messner, Indie Tootlers publisher of Edward B. Marks's CHICAGO, April 15. -The initial move new book, They All Had Glamour, in an effort to make the smaller inde- For Jukes and Disk Retailers throws a "gas-light" cocktail pendent stations in Chicago hire more party to launch the effort. musicians was taken here yesterday (14) Waldorf -Astoria decor and the when the AFM local suddenly ordered Ban -Blessed Platters Peacetime Question Mark entertainment will all hark back the musical staff of WJJD to go on to days when mother was a girl. strike. Altho the strike order is viewed By WANDA MARVIN as the beginning of a move to make all the independent stations here increase NEW YORK, April 15.-The gold rush of '49 was kids' play compared their staff of musicians, just as the net- to the record rush of '44. Everyone, it seems, is going into the waxing Builds New work outlets were forced to do recently, biz -music pubs, talent agencies, record dealers, jobbers and Joe Doakes. Hunt no station, other than WJJD, has been Apparently all that is required is an office, a phone and a license. The new approached with a proposal of staff in- dickers, for the most part, rent a studio by the day, hire talent, cut a Dancery to House crease by the AFM. master, and send it out of town for pressing. With the dearth of disk Ralph L. Atlass, president of the com- 1 pany now owning WJJD, the company material and man power and the record ban, the rash has become music's Orks; Opens July which has sold the station, pending FCC nouveau -riche. Tho many operate in their hats today, some of these Indies WII,DWOOD, N. J., April 15.-Altho the approval, to Marshall Field for $700,000, present a potential post -war threat to the established companies- Colum- Starlit Ballroom of Hunt's Ocean Pier, said that the union had demanded that bia, Decca and Victor. the resort's only dancery, went up in he increase his staff of musicians from With the demand for flames when a fire Christmas morn 10 to 20. disks greater today than burned the entire amusement center to Union officials would not comment as ever before and two of Coast ASCAP Gang the ground, summer steppers will still to the reasons for the strike, but Atlass bilibóard the major waxers crippled have a chance to take it on the hoof. issued a statement outlining his side of by the record ban, the William C. Hunt, head of Hunt's the controversy. output of every newcomer Sans Board Member Amusement Enterprises here, announced "There had been no strike threat or is absorbed. Quality, this week that the Starlit Ballroom will no strike vote by our musiciens. Our ethics and other such Want Vote for Rep again light up at another boardwalk site men now receive a minimum of $75 per matters simply aren't in Hunt's Auditorium. The scene of week for a maximum five -hour five -day part of the present set -up HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-Possibility wrestling matches in former seasons, the week. They now work, exclusive of turn- of many of the Indies. that West Coast songwriters may demand auditorium is being transformed into an ing records, an average of less than Practice is to record as cheaply as possi- representation in ASCAP was seen when attractive spot with a dance floor. 'hint seven and one -half hours per week per ble, either use bands whose real names local group claimed that it should be aims to have the dancery ready for full - man. The staff is now working less than can't appear because they're under con- allowed to vote for its own rep. Existing time operation July 1, and plans on 25 hours per week, including record - tract to one of the three majors, or pick- by -laws would have to be changed in bringing in the available name bands for turning duties." up aggregations. They sell for cash. A order to do this. week -end or full -week stands. The station requested conciliation by survey conducted by The Billboard shows As result of recent ASCAP election governmental authority. The union has 26 legitimate recording firms that were Whereby Wolfe Gilbert, who has headed refused the services of the U. S. con- non -existent two years ago. the Coast group for seven years, was de- NEW YORK, April 15. -Maude John- ciliator. feated for re- election to the governing son, composer of Sweet Roste O'Grady, As a consequence of the strike, WJJD There's a Limit board, it is estimated that 250 members filed suit against 20th Century -Fox In office employees are now acting as disk The Indies are making money now, but in this area are without local representa- New York Federal Court this week. She jockeys. with present restrictions there is a limit tion. Group is said to be framing a plan charges unlawful use of the title, asks to what they can do. What happens after whereby entire membership would vote e slice of the profits, and an injunction the Petrillo ban and the war is the ques- for election on one member who lives prohibiting distribution or exhibition of tion. The Tin Pan waxery is divided and works on the Coast. the pic. Dorsey & Lombardo into two camps. The pros say the Indies will flourish wildly, the cons say they Push Newest BMI will be pushed out of the biz, but fast, when the majors can hit on all cylinders. Nos. 1 -2 Plug Tunes The pros base their argument on the Lunceford Pulls 30,000 in increased juke box trade, on the growing NEW YORK, April 17. -BMI latest for demand for records in general, and the one and two plugging, When You Put belief that radio -set manufacturers will On That Old Blue Suit Again and Ken- put phonographs into every receiver after 12 Dates; Dupree Sets tucky, will be introed by Tommy Dorsey the war. The cons point out that the and Guy Lombardo, respectively, this little guys won't bave name talent for week. their waxings; that they can't compete Same outfit has signed Robert Stoltz'a with the slick distribution and selling score in the new Rene Clare pic, It Hap- job the biggies will do; nor with the Swing and Hampton Dates pened Tomorrow, for future release. quality of the majors' output. The radio -phonograph angle may be something. In the opinion of many ob- Dixie Wants More Bands date, late in May or early June, DuPree servers, radio equipment makers, anxious figures on taking over the city's giant to clean up before tele arrives, will try PHILADELPHIA, April 15.-Reese Du- torium, Savannah, Ga. Muny Aud holds Convention Hall. He will endeavor to desperately to glut the market with new pree, dean of the race dance promoters, only 2,200, and DuPree reports that it bring Nat Towles back east for the date radio sets that incorporate FM, phono- is back at his home quarters here plan- was necessary to shutter the box office to repeat the "Battle of Swing" between graphs and other gadgets to snag the ning two major promotions. He returned at 10 p.m. Hampton and Towles that attracted a consumer dollar. It logically follows that from tour of the Southland with Jimmie Hell here can play a Crowd of 2,700 turned out March 21 record- breaking 4,400 at Town people will buy records if they Lunceford's band to usher in his spring at City Auditorium. Macon, Ga., and tour earlier in the year. With Town Hall much them. season and mark his 43d year as an ac- wound up March 30 in Greenville, S. C., too small to house the anticipated Dealer Resistance tive dance promoter. Between March 2 with 2,800 turning out at Textile Hall. crowds, Convention Hall offers the only That the Indies may meet dealer re- and 30 DuPree promoted an even dozen On the over -all Lunceford averaged larger ballroom. Hall accommodates at sistance after the war has to be consid- dates for Lunceford. And, even tho a 2,500 dancers per date. least 10,000, and DuPree figures that rainy spell hit some of the early dates, Hampton, in a band battle, will draw ered. A dealer won't want too many Dixie Wants More Bands labels -and he'll want the best. In DuPree reports that it was one of his between 7,000 and 8,000 dancers, which eliminating labels, a lot of the Indies most successful tours. DuPree reports that the Southland is would be an all -time record for a one- will be left out. The majors can make With $1 the average price, Lunceford still the most fertile field for the dance night turnout. attracted a little better than 30,000 promoter. There is a crying need for In addition, DuPree was called in to deals whereby they supply not only the -Dixon Hit Parade stuff, but music in a wider dancers for the 12 dates, attendance run- more bands below the Mason promote a May 26 prom for the local range of type than the small fry. ning from 1,800 to 3,500, with turnaway Line, he says. Demand is greatest for Negro Musicians' Union at Town Heil. One observer recently pointed out that crowds at three of the stands. String names, with Lionel Hampton getting the No name set as yet for the date. While it would normally take a record company of one- nighters started here at Town most nods. activity is nil here, as far as white dance two or three years to become established. Hall March 2 with a crowd of 2,000. On For the remainder of the season, be- promotions are concerned, local territory Decca, for instance, limped along with- March 3, 2,200 dancers turned out at the fore starting his summer activity, which affords a rich harvest for the race proms. out making money for months. Decca, Armory in Wilmington, Del. Rain damp- will be concentrated down South, Last Monday (10) saw virtually every with a series of good breaks, among them ened the gate March 6 in Norfolk, with DuPree is figuring on only two major local Negro band on a stand. Club Nes- the signing of Bing Crosby, brought it 1,800 turning out at the Palais Royale. promotions for Philadelphians, spotting tor, for its 10th annual Easter dance at out of the red. The small outfits haven't On March '7 Lunceford attracted 2,800 only the territorial bands at his Strand Town Hall, had five bands locking horns, had to go thru that struggle. Their out- persons at the Foxall Warehouse, Rocky Ballroom here. The two major events using the crews of Jimmie Gorham, Slap- put had a guaranteed sale before press- Mount, N. C., and March 8 a crowd of include a swing concert at Academy of pey's Swingsters, Jimmy Adams, Jimmy ing- thanks to the peculiar condition of 2,900 at the Victory Warehouse, Golds- Music and a Lionel Hampton dance. Tisdale and Jimmie Shorter. Shorter the business at the moment. boro, N. C. DuPree, who shattered attendance rec- also took in an afternoon dance at the A capacity crowd greeted Lunceford ords at the Academy of Music, local con- Elate Studio. And at Strand Ballroom, Indies Sans Presses March 9 at the Armory, Charlotte, N. C.. cert hall, when he presented Duke El- bands of Mel Melvin and Calvin Todd Not one of the indies has its own with 3,200 on hand, and again March lington for a swing concert, is figuring battled it out. Also on the dance calen- pressing equipment. They send their 10, when 3,500 overflowed Township on an early May repeat at the academy. dar was Lucky Millinder last night at .masters to the Scranton Record Company Auditorium. Columbia S. C. On March Will stage a Spirituals To Swing specta- the neighboring Camden (N. J.) Conven- in Pennsylvania or to Clark of Newark. 13 in Charleston, S. C., Lunceford brought cle. figuring on Count Basie to tap a tion Hall, with Erskine Hawkins skedded If the majors bought out these factories, in 2,000 persons, with a capacity crowd swing -star studded program of singers for next Thursday (20) at Turner's Hall (Waxing Is Everybody's Biz on page 66) of 2,500 March 14 at trie Municipal Audi- and Instrumentalists. For the Hampton here.

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Artie Shaw Set More Ways Than One "Goodnight, Soldier" Latest NEW YORK, April 15.-Gal pho- On Comeback tog at Basle opening at the Lincoln Blue Room was griping about the HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-Attempts to Sheet Music Freak; Bass lure Artie Shaw, recently discharged fact that the Broadway crowd was from the armed forces, back into the hell on the take of a poor girl suc- trying to make a living with the band leader fold are meeting with lens. That was, bf course, until cess, it was revealed here this week. Fiddler-Pub Cashes In Rumor it that Shaw already has a she found out that the bobby socks has pay $2 30 -piece outfit rehearsed and ready to in the room would a print go, but maestro is said to be holding off of the pic she had taken of can Sinatra who was at the shindig. It Can Happen In Hollywood accepting any dates until he line up Instead of selling the shot once an air commercial. a land- office Management of the Palisades Ballroom, to the Voice, she did HOLLYWOOD, April 17. -Dream of all small -time, free -lance song- formerly La Monica, at Santa Monica, biz with the fans. writers to get a number published and see it heading for the hit parade has made overtures to Shaw's managers, has been realized by Harry Johnson, owner of a general store in Conner, offering a lucrative deal for a summer Mont. 'Song in question is "Goodnight, Soldier," which to date has only stand. Ballroom reps are of the opinion received 10 air plugs but yet has pulled orders from music jobbers to the that Shaw would be a good draw for the Industrial Music tune of 178,000 copies. Song is one of those things which has the boys hot months, getting the jitterbug crowd along music row dizzy, and it isn't from the heat. during vacation. who has a good song, success of number While radio deals are said to be cook- Equipment Rules Aside from Johnson, the ing, nothing definite has been set. Many goes to Joe Cascales, local bass player, who got hit by the publishing bug rumors are making the rounds relative Set by WPB a year ago: Cascales, who is a member of KNX ork staff, decided to give to Shaw's return to the band biz, one of his new urge full fling, so he told Hedda which is he has a tentative agree- Hopper about it when he showed up to that WASHINGTON, April 15.-Routine for work on her show, Hollywood Showcase. ment to go into the Palisades. Al Yohe, obtaining sound equipment for broad- in operator of the ballroom, claims that deal casting music to workers in industrial Ted Powell Leaves Film columnist gave Cascales a plug is set, this is denied by her column the next day and the item with Shaw but plants was set up by the War Production was read by Johnson at Conner, Mont. other sources. According to Yohe, Pali- Board this week. Joe for GAC sades will shutter after a brief run with Glaser Johnson sent the number to Cascales and Applications for the sound equipment the new publisher decided that this was the Tommy Reynolds ork. Reopening must be made by plant owners. As in- CINCINNATI, April 15. -Teddy Powell, is for April 22 with heavy pub now on the Joe Glaser books, takes his the one that would get him the ride on skedded stallation will involve some construction, gravy Cascales contacted Ar- campaign stressing name -band policy. Form WPB -617 is required. Where only band over to General Amusement Cor- the train. But whether Shaw will be the boy on poratfon on a seven -year contract, ef- thur Schwartz, of Pacific Music Sales, a small dollar outlay is required, how- him needed lift. the stand or not remains to be seen. ever, WPB rias ruled that Form WPB -541, fective April 28, Arthur Frew, manager and latter agreed to give There are many conflicting stories of the local GAC office, told The Bill- Judy Canova Plugs It Over must be used. board today. about the status of Shaw and the Pali- WPB officials declared that applications Song lay dormant until Cascales moved sades. One has it that the Palisades was for equipment would be judged in The Powell combo plays its final en- sound gagement under the Glaser banner with over to some bass -pounding on the Judy going to fold. One fact that made the the light of their contribution to the war Canova show. The backwoods thrush Reynolds crew make such a poor show- program. plants engaged in es- a week stand at the Stanley Theater, Those Pittsburgh, ending April 27, and then heard Cascales do a chorus on his fiddle ing was the fact that ballroom manage- sential production, or in the perform- during rehearsal and asked about the ment was unable to get liquor license. ance of essential services, will have their swings east for more theater bookings his new GAC affiliation. tune, and decided to do it. Song has However, this has been straightened out applications approved if the installation under had two plugs on the show, and now the now. of the sound equipment will be of ma- weekly sign -off on the airer is eight bars Claiming there was no truth in the terial assistance in increasing production. from the tune. First attention that num- story that the Palisades would close for "Meet the People" Gets U. ber received was when Schwartz received good, Walter Newcob Jr., owner of the order from a New York jobber for 2,500 Santa Monica pier and lessor of the ball- Contracts for Showcased 2 copies December 23: Schwartz, in the room, stated that the spot would remain HOLLYWOOD, April 17. peren- meantime, had forgotten about the num- open for the summer at least. Cooley To GAC -That ber and didn't believe he had it. Cas- Santa Monica has always been consid- nial talent showcase, Meet the People, HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-New seven - paid off again last week when Judy cales reminded him of the tune, but, ered a dead spot by band bookers. The even so, Schwartz thought the jobber old La Monica did small biz even in the year pact has been signed between Spade Clarke and Jack Gilford, members of the Cooley and Tommy Rockwell's General current edition, were signed by Universal order must have been a mistake. Harry lush name -band days. Big play has al- Tenney, New York rep for Pacific Mu- ways gone to the Casino Gardens in near- Amusement Corporation. Cooley and ork as comedy leads in Make Way for Love. switched to the GAC banner last week. Film is next Gloria Jean starrer. sic, wired Schwartz, saying orders were by Ocean Park, with the Dragon, at the coming into Manhattan for the number same beach, getting its share of the and wanted to know what was what. gravy. Whether the Palisades can over- Music house then went to work and sent come the handicap of having a flop past, the number to the printers. Orders be- will be up to smart management and gan increasing up thru first of the year, good name band that can lure the cus- AFM Claims Bookers Guilty with a top single order of 9,200 copies. tomers regardless of the location. 80,000 Order What is believed to be the largest sin- Inspiring Entrances of gle order ever received for sheet music Coast Bookings on Of was rung up this week when Pacific Music sales got request for 80,000 copies Bands Big; Malneck froia Music Dealers' Service, which wants Mexican Tootlers to U. S. to put the tune on its racks. Printers And Hutton Set Pix (See Sheet Music Freak on page 21) HOLLYWOOD, April 15.- Activity in new band bookings was noted in this Under -Scale $$ Pointed as Reason area, with ork scene getting general shift- T.D., Krupa Break ing around. Spade Cooley's new second HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-Latest de- scales or labor conditions for native band, the Rhythm Riders, play a week- velopments in the American Federation Americans would be adversely affected. Milwaukee Record; end date at Mission Beach ballroom, San musi- It is claimed that some bookers have Diego, this week -end. Jan Garber and of Musicians' investigation of alien been sending reps into Mexico to lure ork are slated to follow Hal McIntyre cians may include booking agents. talent across the border and putting 33G; 53,000 Payees into the Palladium May 2. Ken Baker's Spokesman for AFM claims that bookers them in jobs that are below scale. If crew open this week at Rendezvous Ball- are responsible for current influx of found guilty, bookers can be fined $100 MILWAUKEE, April 15. -In a terrific room, Balboa, for an indefinite stand. Mexican musicians into this country, in on each violation, with jail sentences week at the Riverside Theater here, Stan Kenton's band plays the Aragon violation of immigration laws. running from six months to two years. Tommy Dorsey's ork, with Gene Krupa Ballroom, Ocean Park, April 28 -30. This Union is basing its contentions on im- Investigation was first started by AFM as special attraction, broke all existing week -end Art Whiting's ork will play the migration act of February 5, 1917, which a week ago when immigration depart- house records established during the 10 beach spot with two other bands, Spade states that it is illegal for any person or ment stated that most incoming aliens years the theater has been under Weis - Cooley and Don Kaye. After winding up persons to induce, encourage, aid or ar- were classed as "entertainers" and not feldt management. his engagement at Florentine Gardens, range for aliens to enter the U. S. on musicians, thereby giving them chance to Tho it was biz- killing Holy Week, band Muzzy Marcellino goes into the Aragon promise of work, whether such promise enter country under less stringent regu- grossed $33,658, beating Spike Jones's for a one- nighter April 22. be true or false, where existing wage lations. previous house record of $24,000 by Phil Dooley's ork has been given an $9,658. Record was set in face of higher extension at the Showboat, San Diego, prices resulting from new tax, repeat while Emil Coleman and band return to sittings by teen -agers, and new sidemen the Mocambo April 26. When Hal Mc- Musk To Heal By being broken in right on the job. Intyre bows out of the Palladium he T.D. was guaranteed $12,500 for the takes his band to the Golden Gate The- WASHINGTON, April 15. -An interesting experiment in "convales- stay, against 50 per cent of gross, and ater, San Francisco, week of May 10. drew over $17,000 for his share. T.D. Matty Malneck's crew has been signed cent" music is soon to be undertaken at Walter Reed. Hospital here. Until a local musical therapy unit is available, a team of three worked 43 shows during the week, for a Universal short and is recording smothering the previous record of 31, set seven numbers for the film. Ina Ray trained therapists will be sent from New York, with their expenses paid by ASCAP and other interested musicians. by Jones and Mae West. He averaged Hutton and her ork have signed pact with six shows a day and squeezed in seven Columbia for new film, Glamour for Sale. Already a call has gone out locally for musical talent, and Frances Paperte, of New York, is arranging the experiment. on Saturday. To top it all off, he broke Maj. Gen. Shelley U. Marietta, commandant at Walter Reed, ad- all attendance records, including the one "What a Difference" Set mitted that the musical experiment is to be tried, but added "we will set by Major Bowes with 53,000 cash cus- have to be shown." tomers. For E. B. Marks Comeback The violin, piano, flute, harp and smto -harp are among the most Rumors that T.D. is to retire and turn suitable instruments for use in musical therapy, according to Miss ork over to skin -beater Gene Krupa were NEW YORK, April 15.-Marks Music Paperte. Vocals will also be used, she said, with emphasis on the soft, hushed when he said: Corporation is continuing the revival of crooning type of voice. "Hell, what would I do with all that oldies. The musical treatment will be administered only after it has been time on my hands ?" On the heels of Paper Doll and Poin- prescribed by physicians, Miss Paperte asserted. Dorsey is current at Frank Dailey's ciana comes the 10- year-old What a Dif- "It's a musician's idea of therapy," she said, "but the doctors are Terrace Room in Jersey, and goes into ference a Day Made, fox trot by Stanley going to run it." the Panther Room, Hotel Sherman, Chi- Adams and Maria Revia. cago, for a limited engagement starting Ditty skedded for top plugging. April 28.

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This compilation is based upon weekly reports received from leading sheet music Jobbers and dealers in Important sheet distribution center In the United States. (See Part 3 for sources.) "74e POSITION NATIONAL Last This Wk. Wk. 1 1. It's Love, Love, Love Santly -joy 7 2. I Love You Chappell 2 3. Sesame Mucho Peer International 3 4. Poinciana Marks 4 5. When They Ask About You Berlin 8 6. Don't Sweetheart Me Advanced SULA'S MUSETTE ORCH. 13 7. San Fernando Valley Morris Vocal DON BAKER 6 8. By the River of the Roses Shapiro- Bernstein

5 9. 1 Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last Night Harms 10. Long Ago and Far Away Crawford 10 11. Mairzy Doats Miller 12 12. I'll Cet By Berlin 9 13. A Lovely Way To Spend an Evening Crawford 11 14. I Wish That I Could Hide Inside This Letter .Shapiro- Bernstein 15. G I Jive Capitol FIRST IKT10NAt REAL POS TION POSITION GIl (OAVI CONTINENTAL Last This Last This Wk. Wk. Wk. Wk. HIT! 1. It's Love, Love, Love 1. I Love You

2 2. 1 Love You 3 2. When They Ask About You 9 3. Poinciana 1 3. Poinciana 13 4. Long Ago and Far Away 2 4. Besame Mucho 4 5. By the River of the Roses 12 5. Don't Sweetheart Me 3 6. Besame Mucho 6 6. It's Love, Love, Love ORDER IT TODAY FROM YOUR LOCAL JOBBER 5 7. San Fernando Valley 4 7. Mairzy Doats 15 8. Goodnight, Wherever You Are 5 8. I Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last 8 9. A Lovely Way To Spend an Night CONTINENTAL RECORD CO., INC. Evening 9. Long Ago and Far Away 10 10. When They Ask About You 10. GI Jive 265 WEST 54th STREET, NEW YORK 19, N. Y. 7 11. I'll Get By 14 11. San Fernando Valley 6 12. Don't Sweetheart Me 12. I Planted a Rose 11 13. I Wish That I Could Hide 13. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From 0 Inside This Letter Me 12 14. I Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last 14. Is My Baby Blue Tonight? Night 15. Suddenly It's Spring 15. Mairzy Doats CONTINUE BUYING WAR BONDS MIDWEST WEST COAST 1 1. It's Love, Love, Love 3 2. Don't Sweetheart Mc 4 3. Sesame Mucho 3 1. It's Love, Love, Love 1 6 4. 1 Love You 2. Poinciana 5 5. When They Ask About You 4 3. I Love You 8 6. By the River of the Roses 2 4. Besame Mucho 10 7. I Wish That I Could Hide 5 5. When They Ask About You Inside This Letter 12 6. San Fernando Valley IRVING ROMM 12 8. l'lI Get By 6 7. I Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last 2 9. I Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last Night is pleased to announce the formation Night 7 8. By the River of the Roses 10. San Fernando Valley - 9. Long Ago and Far Away 7 11. A Lovely Way To Spend an 8 10. Holiday for Strings of a new publishing company Evening 9 11. Mairzy Doats 15 12. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From 13 12. G 1 live Me 10 13. A Lovely Way To Spend an 11 13. Poinciana Evening MUSIC CORPORATION 13 14. Take It Easy .- 14. I'll Cet By Chelsea 9 15. Mairzy Doats 11 15. Don't Sweetheart Me 1619 BROADWAY (Brill Building -Room 703) "HARLEM" HIT PARADE Following list of most popular records in Harlem is based on sales reports from the and cordially invites his f rieruls to join in leading race music stores. (See Part 3 for sources.) the festivities of the opening of its office POSITION Last This on Wk. Wk. Duke Ellington ....Victor 20 -1556 2 1. Main Stem FRIDAY, APRIL 21 3 2. Ration Blues Louis Jordan Decca 8654 8 3. Straighten Up and Fly Right. King Cole Trio Capitol 154 From Twelve Noon

1 4. When My Man Comes Home Buddy Johnson Decca 8655 6 5. Sweet Slumber Lucky Millinder . Decca 18569 P.S.-OUR CURRENT SONG IS 5 6. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Me Duke Ellington ....Victor 20 -1547 ,71120 10 7. Cow Cow Boogie Ink Spots and Ella f -3-EQ(. Fitzgerald Decca 18587 9 8. t Learned a Lesson I'll Never i= A+ Forget Five Red Caps Beacon 7120 - 9. Evil Gal Blues Lionel Hampton Keynote 605 - 10. just for You Five Red Caps Beacon 7119

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, NATIONAL POSITION Last This Wk. Wk. 3 1. Its Love, Love, Love Guy Lombardo Decca 18589 2 2. Holiday for Strings Dave Rose Victor 27853 3. I Love You Bing Crosby Decca 18595 4. Besame Mucho Jimmy Dorsey Decca 18574 5. I'll Get By Harry James -Dick Haymes Columbia 36698 4 6. When They Ask About You Jimmy Dorsey Decca 18582 6 7. San Fernando Valley Bing Crosby Decca 18586 8 8. Poinciana Bing Crosby Decca 18586 5 9. Mairzy Doats Merry Macs Decca 18588 10. Sesame Mucho Andy Russell Capitol 149

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Wk. Wk. Wk. I Wk. 2 1. Holiday for Strings 7 1. It's Love, Love, Love (Dave Rose) (Guy Lombardo) 7 2. I Love You (Bing Crosby) 2. I Love You (Bing Crosby) 1 3. Besame Mucho (Jimmy Dorsey) 3. I'll Get By --WITH 1 - THE 4 4. I Couldn't Sleep a Wink Last (Harry James -Dick Haymes) Night (Frank Sinatra) 2 4. Holiday for Strings VICTOR Crosby) AND 5 5. Poinciana (Bing (Dave Rose) SE - 6. Long Ago and Far Away 6 5. Shoo -Shoo Baby BLUEBIRD (Helen Forest and (Andrews Sisters) Dick Haymes) 3 6. When They Ask About You Fernando 3 7. It's Love, Lave, Love (Jimmy Dorsey) an Valley HIlS! (C. Lombardo) 8 7. Mairzy Doats (Merry Macs) King 6 8. When They Ask About You 4 8. San Fernando Valley Sisters (Jimmy Dorsey) (Bing Crosby) (30-08241 Any Old time 8 9. Shoo -Shoo Baby - 9. Don't Sweetheart Me Artie (Andrews Sisters) (Lawrence Welk) Shaw 10 10. I Love You (Enric Madriguera) 1 110. Besame Mucho (Jimmy Dorsey) Haunted (204S75) Lena 1. Horne 0yn MIDWEST WEST COAST wit h Charlie Barnet % 1 1. Holiday for Strings 3 1. Besame Mucho (Andy Russell) (Dave Rose) 5 2. It's Love, Love, Love ll B e (30 -0823) Seeing 412. Besame Mucho (Jimmy Dorsey) (Guy Lombardo) You - 3. It's Love, Love, Love 2 3. San Fernando Valley Tommy (King Sisters) (Bing Crosby) I'll Get Dorsey (204574) - 4. I'll Cet By 4. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From BY (Harry James -Dick Haymes) Me (Stan Kenton) King Sisters 10 5. I Love You (Bing Crosby) 1 5. Mairzy Doats (Merry Macs) (30.0821) 2 6. It's Love, Love, Love 7 6. Star Eyes (Jimmy Dorsey) Our Waltz (Guy Lombardo) 6 7. Poinciana (Bing Crosby) 3 7. Ask About You 8. No Love, No Nothin' Davrd When They - Now 1 Know ROSe (27853) (Jimmy Dorsey) (Ella Mae Morse) 5 8. Poinciana (Dave Rose) - 9. A Lovely Way To Spend an I Love Dinah 9 9. Do Nothin' Till You Hear From Evening (Frank Sinatra) Shore (20 -1562) Me (Woody Herman) 8 10. The Music Stopped 10. Take It Easy (Guy Lombardo) (Woody Herman) Perd, - Como m° (2015 D0 NOtk ¡n' Till You Dike From Friendly Ee g/ on Me f 1 Tav ern (2p')(20-7547) MOST PLAYED JUKE BOX FOLK RECORDS Polka SaInmy Kaye (20-1568) 0 (Hillbilly, Race, Cowboy Songs, Spirituals)

Special reports received from The Billboard representatives last week show the Folk records listed below are currently the most popular Folk records on automatic phonographs thruout the nation. These reports stem from all the country's leading operating centers and TUNE !NI ... RCA's great new radio show, every Saturday, 7 :30 to 8 p.m., are averaged together. EWT, over the Blue Network. POSITION Last This 0 Wk. Wk. 1 1. So Long, Pal Al Dexter Okeh 6718

1 2. Too Late To Worry AI Dexter Okeh 6718 2 3. Rosalita 2 3. Try Me One More Time.... Ernestl Tubb Decca 6093 2 Jimmy j 4. When My Man Comes HomeBuddy ohJohnson n Decca 8655 No Letter Today Ted Daffan Okeh 6706 0 -14. Hurry, Hurry! Benny Carter Capitol 144 Mexico Joe Ivy Anderson Exclusive 3113

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Reports received from The Billboard representatives and based on information given by leading juke box operators last week show the records listed below are currently receiving the most play on automatic phonographs thruout the nation. These reports stem from the country's leading operating centers and are averaged together. Thus only records that are distributed nationally will show up in the guide. Figures in parentheses indicate number of weeks record has been Going Strong. 1. BESAME MUCHO Jimmy Dorsey (Bob Eberly and Kitty Kallen) (13th Week/ Decca 18574 1. MAIRZY DOATS The Merry Macs Decca 18588 (9th Week) 3. SAN FERNANDO VALLEY,Bing Crosby (John Scott Trotter Ork).Decca 18586 (5th Week) 4. IT'S LOVE, LOVE, LOVE.Guy Lombardo (Skip Nelson and Lombardo (5th Week) Trio) Decca 18589 5. POINCIANA Bing Crosby (John Scott Trotter Ork).Decca 18586 (8th Week) 6. I COULDN'T SLEEP A WINK LAST NIGHT. .. .Frank Sinatra Columbia 36687 (9th Week) 7. DON'T SWEETHEART ME.Lawrence Welk (Wayne Marsh)....Decca 4434 (3d Week) 8. SHOO-SHOO BABY ....Andrews Sisters (Vic Schoen Ork)..Decca 18572 (16th Week) 9. WHEN THEY ASK ABOUT YOU Jimmy Dorsey (Kitty Kallen) Decca 18582 , (5th Week)

le. 1 LOVE YOU Bing Crosby (John Scott Trotter Ork).Decca 18595 (1st Week) I'LL GET BY Harry James (Dick Haymes)....Columbia 36698 Ilst Week) 11. HOLIDAY FOR STRINGS .David Rose Victor 27853 (6th Week) 12. IT'S LOVE, LOVE, IOVE.The Four King Sisters Bluebird 30.0822 (2d Week) TAKE IT EASY Guy lombardo (Lombardo Trio)...Decca 18573 (4th Week) 13. THE MUSIC STOPPED. .Woody Herman (Frances Wayne). .Decca 18577 (3d Week) 14. HOLIDAY FOR STRINGS. Jimmy Dorsey Decca 18593 IN LITt (1st Week) 1PS Of 15. NO LOVE, NO NOTHIN' .Ella Mae Morse (Dick Walters Ork).Capitol 143 EVERY (11th Week) COW-COW BOOGIE ...Ink SpotsEIIa Fitzgerald Decca 18587 (5th Week) DON'T BELIEVE EVERY- ON THING YOU DREAM...Ink Spots Decca 18583 (2d Week) SINGWORtS -- 16. MY HEART TELLS ME..Glen Gray (Eugenie Baird) Decca 18567 1N (18th Week) YOU eol 3ß7O0 DO NOTHIN' TILL b SINATRA HEAR FROM ME Woody Herman Decca 18581 featuring FRANSJAMES and Orchestra (10th Week) withith SAgUt' 17. POINCIANA David Rose Victor 20.1554 (4th Week) 18. SPEAK LOW Guy Lombardo (Billy Leach) Decca 18573 (7th Week) Coming Up Reports received from The Billboard representatives last week, and based on information given them by leading juke box operators, show the records listed below are gaining In popularity all over the nation. 1. I LOVE YOU Enric Madriguera (Bob Lido) Hit 7077 l'LL CET BY BY THE RIVER OF

THE ROSES Woody Herman Decca 18578 1. IS MY BABY BLUE Y1J%v1111jsn TONIGHT! Lawrence Welk (Jayne Walton)....Decca 4438 36698 I'LL BE SEEING YOU .Bing Crosby (John Scott Trotter)... Decca 18595 columbia and Orchestra 11AftliVir JAMES Territorial Favorites

I'LL GET BY The Four King Sisters (Alvino Rey)Bluebird 30.0821 (New Orleans/ ROSALITA Al Dexter Okeh 6708 (Salt Lake City) colunibia DO NOTHIN' TILL YOU HEAR FROM ME Stan Kenton (Red Dorris) Capitol 145 records ( Memphis) etv

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I'D LIKE TO GIVE MY DOG TO UNCLE SAM RECORD POSSIBILITIES RECORD #130 Red SAVOY Sung by River Dave These records and songs show indications of becoming future nationwide hits in Juke boxes and over record retail counters. Selections are based upon radio performances, sheet music sales, Information from music publishers on the relative importance of songs in their 3.-- &i9 I. allay catalogs and upon the judgment of The Billboard's Music Department.

GOOD NIGHT, WHEREVER YOU ARE I'LL BE SEEING YOU Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra (Vocal DECCA #18598 Russ Morgan and His Orchestra refrain by Frank Sinatra)..Victor 20.1574.A Naturally this is a re -issue but just as naturally good T.D. and good Sinatra HIT #7081 Blue Barron Orchestra with has a sock that's hard to find any other place at the moment than on a re- issue. This is as smooth as they come and Sinatra comes thru Ilke a million dollars Tommy Ryan without forcing. It'll sell on the turntable or in the retail store. It does, the present disk hearer Is missing generally. MUSICRAFT #15018 Will Osborne and His Orchestra however, indicate what THESE YOUNG MAN BLUES Bea Booze Decca 86581 Decca, in this platter, has taken the familiar race pattern and, cutting out I. I WISH THAT COULD HIDE ÿ sex -overtones, has produced a singing -sending that is hearable time and tima again in the home as well as wherever a juke happens to be. Bea does a nice job selling and the disk starts its sending almost the moment the needle hits INSIDE THIS LETTER 0 the first groove. This is going to be the sleeper on which to put your dough. DECCA #4428 Lawrence Welk and His Cham- pagne Music SWINGING ON A STAR....Bing Crosby Decca 18591.6 The groaner with his air ork does well by the Van Heusen -Burke ditty and HIT In preparation (released shortly) while it doesn't do as well by him, practically any Crosby is good Crosby. The Williams Bros.' Quartet comes in for an assist and while they are okay, the nickel droppers and the home turntable spinners would prefer to have more BY THE RIVER OF THE ROSES of the family producer and less quartet. But it's in-on a Crosby and a Trotter. DECCA #18578 Woody Herman DECCA #4435 Phil Hanna POPULAR RECORD RELEASES HIT #7071 Abe Lyman and His Californians (From April 13 thru April 20) MUSICRAFT #15016 Phil Brito Baby Polka The jitterettes (Donald's Musette Ork) .Continental 3015 Bluest Blues Ted Daffan's Texans SHAPIRO, BERNSTEIN b (Ted Daffan) Okeh 6719 Xavier Cugat's Mexico Album Columbia 98 R. K. O. Building, 1210 Sixth Avenue, New York 20 Chiapanecas Xavier Cugat ....Columbia 36695 Coconito Xavier Cugat (Lina Romay and f Miguelito Valdes) ÿ Columbia 36697 Guadalajara Xavier Cugat (Carmen Castillo) Columbia 36694 STOP! LOOK! LISTEN! Jarabe Tapatio Xavier Cugat ....Columbia 36697 jesusita Xavier Cugat ....Columbia 36696 0 Las Mananitas Xavier Cugat (Carmen DON'T PASS UP THESE HITS i Castillo) Columbia 36694 % Marimba Xavier Cugat ....Columbia 36695 Ojos Tapatios Xavier Cugat (Carmen EVERY RECORD A BIG SELLER! Castillo) Columbia 36696 SAVOY #140 Don't You Dare Call Me Darling! Singin' Sam Beacon 7150 Gertie From Bizerte Dick Haymes and the Song HALLELUJAH 8 -9 -10 Spinners Decca 18560 YOU CAN TAKE MY HEART- (Theme Song) G I Jive Louis Jordan and His Five Decca By DENNY BECKNER AND HIS MADCAP MERRYMAKERS Tympany 8659 0 Girl Crazy Album Decca A -362 Bidin' My Time Judy Garland (Georgia Stoll Decca SAVOY #501 Ork) 23310 But Not for Me Judy Garland (Georgie BODY AND SOUL-TALK TO ME Stoll Ork) Decca 23309 Me? Mickey Rooney By COZY COLE AND HIS ORCHESTRA Could You Use and Judy Garland Featuring COZY COLE AND THE 1944 SENSATIONAL. (Georgie Stoll Ork) . Decca 23308 TENOR SAXOPHONE OF BEN WEBSTER Embraceable You Judy Garland (Georgie Stoll Ork) Decca 23308 ti I Got Rhythm Judy Garland (Georgie Stoll Ork) Decca 23310 On Top and Rolling Strong! Treat Me Rough Mickey Rooney (Georgie SAVOY #130 Stoll Ork) Decca 23309 Pop page 67) I'D LIKE TO GIVE MY DOG TO UNCLE SAM (See Record Releases on NATIONAL AND REGIONAL BEST SELLING RETAIL RECORD SOURCES: I'm Leavin' Cause There's Nothin' Left To Do Atlanta: Cox Prescription Shop. Beverly Hills, Calif.: Martindales's. Birmingham: Norlen's Radio Shop: Louis Pizltz Dry Goods Co. Boston: The Melody Shop. By RED RIVER DAVE Bridgeport, Conn.: Gilman Music Store; Howland Dry Goods Co.; Whiting Radio Service. Butte, Mont.: Drelbelbls Music Co. Chicago: Goldblatt Brothers; Hudson.. Ross; Lyon & Healy; Marshall Field: Sears -Roebuck & Co.; Wurlitzer's. Cincinnati: A Large Back Log of Unreleased Records by World famous Artists Song Shop; Steinberg's, Inc.; Willis Music Co.: Wurlitzer's. Denver: Century Music Shop: The May Company; Record Shop; Charles E. Wells Music Co. Des Moines: To Be Released in the Near Futura Davidson Record Co.; Des Moines Music House. Fort Worth, Tex.: Remble Bros.' 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ARTIE SHAW (Victor) "Any Old Time " -FT; VC. "My Heart Stood Still"-FT. Digging back in the master files to the days when Artie Shaw still begging his deserving due of recognition, Victor comes up with t a dandy by the old band in the Rodgers -Hart "My Heart Stood Still." FOR With "The Connecticut Yankee" back on the stage boards again, the musical's hit song which has long taken its place with the better of the everlasting show tunes, makes for a timely issue at THE this date. Compared to present standards, the rhythmic beat of the old Artie Shaw band holds up with the best of them today, with plenty of jump urge for the youthful enthusiasts, nor is the tootling BEST dated, with Shaw's clarinet chorus, highlighting the spinning, pure instrumental sorcery. Side is an instrumental, band taking in three IN choruses over the stretch. Plattermate is one of Artie Shaw's own ballad tunes, "Any Old Time, originally backing up the "Back Bay Shuffle" classic on the company's Bluebird label. Also taken at a moderate tempo, with bright rhythmic beats sparking the spinning, side also has the present -day advantage of Helen Forrest for the lyrical projection. The maestro shares his instrumental highlight with the tenor sax. In all, side holds up well today, with the song itself falling easy and pleasantly on ears. Music operators can make effective use of both of these sides L for the phonos, particularly where the youngsters congregate. The P 0 KAS revived "My Heart Stood Still" is a face -up side, but Helen Forrest's singing should help loads In leading the buffalo heads to the "Any 0 Old Time" side as well, Ask your local jobber for a complete FIVE RED CAPS (Beacon) Standard Record Catalog or write to "Just for You " -FT; V. "I'm Going To Live My Life Alone" -FT; V. The label's vocal troupe, geared to the Ink Spot style of solo voice against a bank of sustained vocal harmonies, provides lyrical pleasantries for these two sentimental ballads with adequate in- STANDARD PHONO CO strumental support by a small group. Most effective is Wilriam OEW VORN 11,11.Y. Campbell's "I'm Going To Live My Life Alone," with soprano- ranged 163 WEST 23rd STREET, voice the lonesome troubadour along with the characteristic talking Aili passages. Also taken as a slow ballad is Joe Davis's "Just for You," with the baritone voice in the lead and the piano and guitar sharing the middle chorus to bridge the vocal stanzas. ' Considering the huge popularity of the Ink Spots, these similarly styled Red Caps have much to offer for the music box fans. "I'm Coing To Live My Life Alone" should hit a wide mark with such tans. (See Pop. Record Reviews on page 67) kçrCo POPULAR ALBUM REVIEWS

GIRL CRAZY ( Decca) An outstanding stage success of an earlier year, George Gersh- win's "Girl Crazy" comes to the fore again on the silver sheets with Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney for the flicker version. And on the strength of such association, Decca offers up another pre - EXCL USI VE DISTRIBUTOR sold package of platters in a "Girl Crazy" album with the two movie lights on the lyrical front. The screen score, which does TO MUSIC not hold the warmth and appeal of the stageshow scores, provides OPERATORS the pattern for the album with the songs selected at random rather than seeking to make continuity of story as in the show albums. Nonetheless, it's the singing of Miss Judy for most of the six sides, (See Pop. Album Reviews on page 67)

FOLK RECORD REVIEWS fiaiure (Hillbilly, Race, Cowboy Songs, Spirituals) By M. H: Orodenker records

TAMPA RED (Bluebird) NOW DELIVERING "You Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone " -FT; V. "I Ain't Fur It" FIRST RELEASES -FT; V. 1001 -A "Once Too Often" The race blues singing of Tampa Red, always a heavy favorite 1001 -B "I Love You" with the race fans, carries the standard forward in these two Hud- son Whittaker opuses. Accompanied by piano, guitar and drums, 1002 -A Long Ago (and Far Away) with Tampa Red adding his own kazoo playing, the blues shouter 1002 -B "People Will Say We're in Love" strikes home his messages in song. "You Gonna Miss Me When I'm Gone," a slow blues, has Tampa Red complaining of the kind of Featuring treatment his girl has been giving him. Stepping it up for "I Ain't Fur It," Tampa advises in no uncertain terms that he will have none JAN GARBER and his ORCHESTRA of those two -timin' and jivin' women. Both sides loom as long - lifers for the music machines.

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www.americanradiohistory.com 2e MUSIC The Billboard April 22, 1944 Stacey Ork Idea Coast Pluggers' ON THE With Goodman on the Out; No Sidemen Busy Weeks Ahead Farm HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -Lack of avail- STAND HOLLYWOOD, April 17.-Song place- able horn tootlers was given as the rea- Reviews of orchestras playing hotels, night the NEW YORK, April 15. - If club and ballroom locations and one - ments will keep tune pluggers busy Benny ever wants to son for el foldo of the projected Jess next few weeks as new numbers continue Goodman Stacey ork, it was learned here this week. nighters. start his ork again he won't have to come out. Mills Music has picked up good gal It is said that Stacey figured to pick the publishing rights to Would You for a to worry about getting up plenty of men from remnants of the vocalists. Latest announcement Louis Prima Big Red Apple ?, which was clefted by Farms, rustic old Goodman outfit. Also there was pos- Josef Myrow and Sam Lerner. It is un- from Harmony the sibility that he could snag top men from (Reviewed at Park Central Hotel, retreat B.G. owns with Willard derstood that Mills will make this their Alexander, of the William Morris the Harry James combo when it breaks New York) No. 1 push. up. So far, none of these deals has ABOUT years ago, Louis Prima office, has just announced the sale seven Leeds Music has signed a deal with by Ch. Globe materialized. Result: Stacey has joined took this town by storm with a hot Columbia Pictures, whereby .studio will of prize heifers sired the Horace Heidt band, currently play- five at the Famous Door. In fact, Prima, have use of My Heart Isn't In It, written Hill Karamar. ing Trianon Ballroom, Southgate, Hold on to 'em, Benny, maybe at if anyone, made 52d Street the gut - Stars on Parade and will be plugged by sing! Calif. bucket gulch of these parts. Today L.P. by Jack Lawrence. It will be featured in they can Stacey will hang on there until he is fronting a 16 -piece ork in his first Lynn Merrick and Larry Parks. can round up enough musikers for a hotel stand in the Big Town. And, to- 15 -piece ork. day, as then, the show is still Louis Pix Looking for Tunes Prima, his trumpet, his antics. Bradshaw Gets 2d Today he may not take the town by ,HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -Music field storm, since hotel habitues are not ac- here grows lusher and lusher, with Three Moves on customed to such personalized showman- Orph Date Chance studios going nuts for tunes to put into ship. Rather, he will prove a slow starter HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -Tiny Brad- new musical pix. Twentieth Century - Herman Chess Board in this spot. But once the word-of- shaw and his band are going to get a Fox is readying 18 new musicomedies mouth gets around, Louis Prima should and is shelling out plenty of the long NEW YORK, April 15. Musso, chance to play their Los Angeles Or- -Vido mean solid business. pheum date after all. Band was pulled green for ditties. given a three to six -month delay before young and adequate, being called to active duty with His sidemen are by American Federation of Musicians the except for the trombones which, paced first part of the year when pit band at marine corps, has rejoined the Woody are really the backbone Herman band and will occupy the hot by Milt Kabak, Orpheum walked out. Strike was settled of the combo. Jimmy Vincent is a fast and band is now set to play theater week tenor seat formerly filled by Herbie a la Krupa and Fields while was biding and flashy stick -handler of July 18. GLORIA latter time before sparkles in Sing, Sing, Sing. And Charley Bradshaw has been penciled in for en- reorganiigag own crew. Kennedy does well with tenor sax solos. gagement at the Plantation, Central Juan 1, tram star who left the Duke its head man, the Louis and was to But without Avenue nitery, July 27, after winding up skedded join Herman, changed Prima combo is nothing. On every num- theater date. PARKER his mind and left for the West Coast ber, L.P. is soloing or vocaling, and never and her with no definite plans. Herman picks up does he stop mugging, prancing and ges- another reed man April 21 when Sam turing, which is at once a sign of TWELVE MEN OF MUSIC 1Vlarowitz, ex -Harry James sideman, takes enough, weakness. Three By Three over lead alto chair. strength and, oddly Even the best performer is better for NEW YORK, April 15.-Now that Fol- a change of pace. low the Girls, new Broadway musicomedy, At the midnight show on 'opening is a safe hit, Robbins Music Corporation Reichman Waxes 2 night, Louis did The Blizzard, with a is publishing three more of its songs. solo on the horn, then vooaled I'll Be Originally tabbed were Where You Are, Seeing You, with subtle fingering of the You're Pert and 12 o'Clock and All Is From `4 Jills' Pic mike as he sang. For laughs, on Robin Well. New additions are I Wanna Get HOLLYWOOD, April 15.- Recording Hood, he soloed and clowned with Milt Married, Today Will Be Yesterday To- date with Standard Records was made Kabak, an admirable straight man, and morrow, and title song, Follow the Girls. yesterday by Joe Reichman and ork, who on White Cliffs of Dover, he both sang waxed How Blue the Night and Yeu Send and soloed. Even when Lily Ann Carol, Me. luscious -looking a n d raven haired, James Trying To Get Both numbers cleffed by Jimmy Mc- chirped Besame Mucho and Amour, Hugh and Harold Adamson are from the Prima was in action. Band for May 5 -7 Date Robbins Music catalog and are featured For the Prima fans, It's wonderful, for HOLLYWOOD, April 17. -Alter giving in the 20th -Fox film Four Jills in a Jeep. (See ON THE STAND on opposite page) his band its notice, effective April 8, Harry James is seeking to reorganize or pick up a crew in order to fill a dance date May 5 -7 at Pacific Square Ball- room, San Diego. Some observers believe that James will Closing a 12 Week Engagement try to hang onto the tag outfit he gathers until learning the final word from Uncle at the Sam regarding his draft status. AQUARIUM RESTAURANT After playing Pacific Square Ballroom, Broadway, New York San Diego, May 5 -7, James and his re- organized crew will open at Hotel Astor, New York, May 15. After the Astor date Available April 20 James and the band have a two -week engagement at Frank Daley's Meadow - brook before returning to the Coast. Dave Personal Management: Hilton, manager of the ork, who took his pre- induction physical this week, trained JOE GLASER out for the East to set final arrange- RCA Building, Radio City, New York. ments for the band's Gotham appearance. Phone: Circle 7 -0862 Dean Hudson To Leave D.C. For a Kramer Spot in N.Y. Sensation of the Nation WASHINGTON, Aprii 15.-Dean Hud- son, who is showing what a medical dis- of charge can do with the baton at Maria Kramer's Roosevelt here, is smoothing out his band and his library. Seems M.K. has RADIO said that he's going to hit one of her `lleep Appreciation New York spots soon. SCREEN to Cemetery to Seminary; RECORDS and thanks Tale of Academic Plugger PHILADELPHIA, April 15. -One of the better stories making the XAVIER CUGAT rounds here is about a one -time songplugger who, by a series of bad breaks, has been in Chestnut Star of Republic Picture Hill Hospital four times in the U., For three wonderful years, making last two years. Having some tal- "JAMBOREE" my with ent at lettering, the contact man Heard Every Saturday Night possible contract amused himself during hospital WSM GRAND OLE OPRY stays by drawing signs. He made METRO - GOLDWYN - MAYER signs for everything, from visiting NASHVILLE hours to his preference in nurses. Also on One sign, however, which he DECCA RECORDS tacked after his own name read: Writer of "Welkin' the Floor Over You," MD., DD. and LLD. "You'll Nearly Lose Your Mind" and many It baffled hospital attendants others published by until the sign maker finally broke AMERICAN MUSIC, Inc. LINA RO1IIAY down and translated it: ' Mairzy Exclusively Doats, Doazy Doats and Little Lambsey Divey." NEW YORK -CHICAGO- HOI1YWOOD

J. L. FRANK, Personal Representative

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 MUSIC- BAND -VALIDE GROSSES The Billboard 21 Sailors Can Roll Wet Strings Easter Bunny Drops Golden Their Own Covers TERRE HAUTE, Ind., April 15. -It could only happen to the NEW YORK, April 15.-Latest gimmick culture -vultures. Light gleamed to cater to the service trade (maybe on starched fronts of stuffed Eggs on Stem AIH,109G smart for civvies, too) is Anchorage Mu- shirts. The concert audience was sic Publishers' Men of the Navy, which hushed. Fabian Sevitzky, direc- NEW YORK, April 15.- Easter week $62,000), for opener with Harry Richman, leaves a space on the front cover where tor of the Indianapolis Symphony, with the kids out of school helped hypo the DeMarcos, Dave Appollon (doubling a sailor can put his picture and send raised his baton -and then ex- Stem grosses all up and down the line. from Latin Quarter) and Four Jills in a it home to the little woman. ploded into the longhair equiva- Practically all houses had lines waiting Jeep, took in $92,000. to feed Anchorage, a new outfit affiliated with lent of : "Where the hell's my the b. o. Radio City Music Hall (6,200 seats; EMI, is a good example of the );rend of cellist." After a Hurried search Capitol (4,827 seats; house average, house average, $101,000), with Harrison small bandsmen forming their own pubs. it was found that the missing $59,000), for third and last week with and Fisher, Grace Panvini and Cover Kemp Read, former ork leader, and musician had taken a wrong turn Jimmy Durante, Bonita Granville, Raye Girl, registered $109,000 for second week Ernest Towle, pianist and arranger, are and plunged, complete with soup and Naldi, Sonny Dunham's ork and as against $94,000 in opener. Heavenly Body, rose to $57,000 from pre- the head men of the house. and fish and cello, into a swim- Paramount (3,664 seats; ming pool. vious week's $50,600. First week bill house average, counted Current show, opened $42,000), for seventh week with Cugat Probably thought he needed $63,000. ork, Dean Murphy and Lady in the Dark, ORCHESTRA NOTES local color for Debussy's La Mer. Thursday (13), has Ginny Simms, Mitzi Mayfair, Arthur Blake, Frankie Carle's came up with $66,000. First week bill got $130,000; second week was $110,000; CHUCK FOSTER and band have been ork and Broadway Rhythm. Boxy (5,835 seats; house average, third week, $89,000; fourth week, $95,000; inked for the Blackhawk, Chicago, start- fifth was $75,000; sixth was $62,000. ing May 3.. , . AL HERMAN, drummer, Advance Bookings who recently left NEIL BONDSHU'S ork, Strand (2,75$ seats; house average, LES BROWN: Palace Theater, Cleveland, $42,000). week's has accepted a similar berth with RAY April 21 -27. First take with Ted BENSON'S group at the Ambassador East, HENRY BUSSE: RKO Theater, Boston, 20 Biz Up in Chi; Lewis ork and Uncertain Glory zoomed Chicago. Herman also takes over the (week) ; Stanley Theater, Pittsburgh, 28 up to $60,000. (week). managerial duties with Benson. , .. JAY Loew's State (3,237 seats; house aver- McSHANN'S band, at Plan- CAB CALLOWAY: Indianapolis, April 21; Raye 34G; Gay 90's age, $28,000) for the first week current the Dayton, O., 22. of a tation Club, Los Angeles, has added PHA BENNY CARTER: Armory, Charleston, W. two -week-run bill consisting of Allan TERRILL, who was originally with ANDY Va., April 22; Hillbilly Farm, Bluefield, W. Va., 30G; Barrie Okay Jones, Canada Lee, Happy Felton, Dick KIRK'S crew and later a leader of his 23; Armory, Greensboro, N. C., 24; Audi- Buckley and first -run picture None Shall own band, ... LOUIS JORDAN and His torium, Raleigh, N. C., 25; Army, Charlotte, CHICAGO, April 15.- Business perked Escape shot up to $38,000 from last week's Tympani Five took time off between N. C., 26; Army, Durham, N. C., 28. up after the Easter holiday, with both $21,800. shows at the Regal Theater, Chicago, last BOB CHESTER: Adams Theater, Newark, vaude -pic houses here showing increase week to play for the servicemen at the April 20 -26, in receipts. SONNY DUNHAM: Armory, Elmira. N. Y., Gardner Hospital, Chicago. . STAN Surprise of the week, however, was the April 21 ; Allentown, Pa., Ritz PHILlePS, pianist with LEONARD KEL- 22; Ballroom, grosses rolled up at the Oriental Thea- *ARRANGE IT YOURSELF* Bridgeport, Conn., 23; Empire Theater, Fall ter (3,200), Raye, LER'S ork, is bedded in the hospital River, Mass., 25 -27. with Martha head- *The amazingly new MELLOWAY ARRANGER from a serious operation. . . JOHN CHUCK FOSTER: Hub Ballroom, Edelstein, lining and the Condos Brothers and Roy actually "puts It on paper" fer you! KIRBY and ork (6) have opened at the Ill., April 29; Crystal Ballroom, Dubuque, Smock as the added attractions hittting *Banishes transposing- mistakes-guesswork? Wilson Theater, Detroit, for an indefi- la., 30. a good high of $34,000. Current bill fea- *Gives you 4 and 5 part harmony for all GLEN CRAY: Pennsylvania Hotel, New York, tures a girl revue, The Gay '90s, which Instruments simultaneously. nite run at $1,250 per week. . . AL *16 different chord combinations fer KAVELIN, Dick Pockels and Patti Har- April 20 (10 weeks). Is a natural for the house. Bill opened EVERY FLETCHER HENDERSON: Plantation Club, good and $30,000 NOTE In the scale. ward were bruised slightly when their should do a nice for *Each chord combination is written In seers form. Los Angeles, April 20. this week. car rolled over near Bloomington, Ill... . WOODY HERMAN: State Theater, Hartford, *Each on a separate chart and Second week holdover of the entire *No plane Is needed to make successful orches- RALPH MORRISON is the new band at Conn., 21 -23; Stanley Theater, Utica, April trations with MELLOWAY the Pan-American Room, Chicago. N. Y., 24 -26; Adams Theater, Newark, 27. show, starring Gracie Barrie, at the Chi- the ARRANGER. I.M.A., Flint, Mich., April cago Theater (4,000) held to a good *It's yours -now-for a ONE DOLLAR BILL. LOUIS JORDAN: *They're going fast -so don't delay. 22; Club Forest, Detroit, 24; Akron, 25; Cleve- $48,000. This week's show started off Theater, Louisville, 28 land, 26; National with a good pace, with Joan Merrill as MELLOWAY MUSIC PUBLISHING CO. Strong Resumes in Ind'p'Hs (week) . the star attraction and Betty Hutton in SAMMY KAYE: Riverside Theater, Milwau- Dept. 7, 600 Michigan Theatre Bldg. the pic Miracle of Morgan's Creek. Both DETROIT 28, MICHIGAN INDIANAPOLIS, April 15. - Benny kee, April 21 -27. should give the Chicago a good week, and * Strong, recently granted a medical dis- JOHNNY LONG: Metropolitan Theater, .Providence, April 21 -23; Frolics Club, Miami, the box office should ring up a nice charge from the army, has reorganized total of $54,000 for the week. his combo, and opened Tuesday (11) at 25 (3 weeks). the Indiana Roof here. Most of his CLYDE LUCAS: Plantation Club, Dallas, April 22 -May 7. A GOOD PRESS AGENT* original men are back in the fold. FRANKIE MASTERS: National Theater, -is always hard to find. If you have one hang Louisville, April 21 -27. Philly Easter Big on to him. If you're looking for one I'm in RUSS MORGAN: Claremont Hotel, Berkeley, business. (And am still associate editor BATON SHEET MUSIC FREAK Calif., April 25 (indefinite). -on the stands May 24th with quarter million Casino, Lincoln, With Busse's 23G copies -and editor the new FINALE. Any WILL OSBORNE: Turnpike newspaperman or columnist my (Continued from page 13) Neb., April 22; Naval Training Center, Okla- PHILADELPHIA, April 15.-Despite in- reference. worked three days on a 24 -hour basis to homa City, 24; Auditorium, Tulsa, Okla., 25; termittent rains, Easter holiday business Charles Theater, New Orleans, 28 (week). TIM GAYLE get the order out. It was delivered yes- St. piled up an impressive $22,750 for week 30 North LaSalle CHICAGO 2, ILL. terday. Since any pub is as big as his TONY PASTOR: Albee Theater, Cincinnati, ended Thursday (13) at the Earle Theater Phone: Randolph 3588 tune, April 28 (week). * That's the reputation I'm building! hit this puts Joe Caseales, bass - CHARLIE SPIVAK: Paramount Theater, To- (seating capacity, 3,000; house average, slapper working for scale on air shows, at ledo, April 21 -23; State Theater, Hartford, $20,000), with Henry Busse's band in the the top of the heap. Conn., 28 -30. top spot. The Vine Street boys are very glum JACK TEAGARDEN: Rainbow Randevu, Salt IBorrah Minevitch's Harmonica Rascals, because they can't understand how a Lake City, April 24 -May 3. heavy faves here, helped brighten the REG. D. MARSHALL TOMMY TUCKER: Albee Theater, Cincin- guy, who had spent not more than $200 marquee. Barbara Blaine the added act, A G E N C Y on a song up to the time of his pop- nati, April 21 -27. with Betty Brownell, Wyatt Howard and LAWRENCE WELK: Orpheum Theater, ORCHESTRAS - - ATTRACTIONS ularity, could hit the jackpot. Davenport, la., April 21 -23; Ballroom, Ot- Red Wright, out of the band, rounding Songwriter Harry Johnson is un- tumwa, la., 24; Ballroom, Oelwein, la., 25; out the bill. Screen showed Chip Off the 6671 SUNSET BLVD. doubtedly the fair -haired by to thou- Ballroom, Fairfield, la., 26; Oriental Theater, Old Block. sands of would -be clefters who have al- Chicago, 28 (week) ; Stanley Theater, Pitts- HOLLYWOOD 28, CALIFORNIA ways had the dream of hitting the big burgh, May 5 -11. time with their numbers. As a conse- Spivak Ork Socko quence, music row is a bit pale about U. & Paramount Recording 4 the gills anticipating influx of numbers SYMPATHETIC free -lance in Gear $22,300 in Balto (Won't You Be Sympathetic?) from the gentry in proportions Pix; Music Dep'ts AND never before imagined, once the story of HOLLYWOOD, April 15. - Music de- BALTIMORE, April 15.-- Charlie Spivak Brother Johnson's climb to fame is pub- partments at Universal and Paramount ork grossed an excellent $22,300 I'LL TAKE A LOOK INTO THAT at the Professional copies now ready. Band Leaders and licized. are In high gear with season's top films Hippodrome Theater week ended April 12. other Artists, send name for my free 114 of other Sandrich songs to be released. licensed. Top Parlay of at the recording stage. Mark Irene Day and Jimmy Saunders, out of B.M.I. $200 recording six Harold Arlen and Johnny ERWIN L. IIANNA In the meantime, Cascales is walking is the band, and Wally West, and Grace and Mercer tunes for Paramount's Here Mickey Caroll rounded out the bill. Pic, Box 2032 Corpus Christi, Tex. on his heels as tho he'd just come off Come the Waves. Numbers include Let's Beautiful But Broke. the merry-go- round, still wondering how Take the Long Way Home, I Promise was $200 he able to parlay into thou- You, Gót a Fellow in Poughkeepsie, My C O L O R E D B A N D S A N D sands. But those in the know claim Mama Says I'm a Star, Join the Navy, Morse 19G in LA O R C H E S T R A S that it was Cascales's willingness to gam- and A Woman's Work Is Never Done. ble that will enable to clean up. LOS ANGELES, April 15. Mae Available for immediate engagements. Union. him Bing Crosby will do the first two num- -Ella Well organized, 6 to 14 pieces. Buyers, Pro- When tune first began to create inter- bers. Morse pulled strong Easter week to roll motets. WIRE. WRITE or PHONE now. est in New York, a top publisher wired At Universal, Don George has assigned up $18,800 at the Orpheum here. Also on FERGUSON BROS. AGENCY, INC. Cascales offering to buy the number out- the bill were the Watson Sisters; Coco, Edward Ward to record his original music 328 It SENATE, INDIANAPOLIS, IND, - RUT 5767 right for $5,000 with royalty contract. for Gypsy Wildcat; Hans Salter will score Steve and Eddie; the Briants, and Buster After talking the matter over with Pacific San Diego, I Love You, Paul Sawtell han- Shaver and Company. Pic, Suspected Music Sales, Cascales decided to plunge. dles the scoring on Jungle Woman, and Persons. House seats 2,200 and charges He figured he had a hit song, so dug up Sam Freed Jr. scores Make Way for Love. 75 cents top. $2,000 he had saved from his years as BOB POWER musician to cover the cost of publica- AND HIS ORCHESTRA tion. ON THE STAND Manone 30G in S.F. On location with Uncle Sam As a result, Harry Johnson, of Conner, (Continued from opposite page) Mont. (population, 350), is about the the others it might be better to have SAN FRANCISCO, April 15.- `Wingy" for the duration biggest thing that ever hit Hollywood Lily Ann Carol do her vocals straight, Manone and His Dixieland Band pulled and Vine. after which L.P. could resume. It can a smart $30,000 at the Golden Gate Johnny Cascales is stepping along in be done without affecting the quality of (2,850 seats) week ended Tuesday (11). WANTED the class with Feist, Mills and the rest the combo, since Louis is subdued when Other acts included Beny Rubin, Johnnie of the big boys. Which only goes to they are on the air, yet the music is Johnson, and Taras and Masters. Pic, HAMMOND prove, what a lot of folks have claimed neat for dancing. Tartan's Desert Mystery. ORGAN all along, any guy, provided he has the OS course, Leon Prima, Louis's brother, WILL. BUY OR RENT HAMMOND ORGAN Condition Must Be Perfect. Full Details First goods and gets the breaks, can wind up who normally provides a change of pace, NEW YORK, April 15.-Frederick Bros. Letter, Please. with the income- bracket gang and have missed this engagement. He's homeward has signed a long -term contract with Dr. more than a casual acquaintance with bound to visit the family before coming Giovanni, pickpocket magician currently JACK DADSWELL the Morgenthau boys. up for induction. Lou Frankel. at the Pierre Hotel. P. O. Box 1021 St. Petersburg, Fla.

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e, stands for "special" personal representation. Write WM Claims Results With MIKE SPECIAL -Pres. JEAN ROSE-Seer-Treas. SI'E/'I.ti, ATT11:M'TIONS. Isle. 48 West 48th Street, New York 19, N. Y. Combos Used Like Big Bands NEW YORK, April 15.-Long -range Fats Waller was also being offered by planning and the application of big Marsolais prior to the pianist's death, The Original One Man Band bandsmen and principles to little band at about $1,000 weekly. operations has put the William Morris A similar policy may be in the mak- VINCE "Blue" MONDI cocktail department in a strong competi- ing at the Joe Glaser office. This out- The World's Smallest Orchestra tive position during the present 30 per fit recently induced Sidney Catlett to Paterson, N. J. cent amusement tax era, according to Joe pull out of the Teddy Wilson band and Marsolais, headman of WM's lounge set up in business for himself as the star sector. of a quartet, which also includes Ben Webster, ex- Ellington sax flash. The PIANO AND SONG Marsolais claims that with few ex- ceptions he is having little difficulty Glaser office has had the John Kirby band DOT & DASH peddling his cocktail attractions, even (7), the Stuff Smith bunch (5) and Ed- to the 30 per cent struck locations. die South (6) for some time, as well Two Tons of Dynamite as Red Allen and J. C. Higginbotham as Key West. Fla. This is so, says Marsolais, because a unit, and Red Norvo (7). All of these i about a year ago WM launched on a men are band stars. SIX YOUTHFUL DYNAMOS policy of acquiring many of the top MCA is in position to offer Roy names in big bands or in jazz pop music Eldridge, and Cye Baron is peddling Os- Jerry Montana in order to sell them as singleton attrac- car Pettiford, also in the same category. and bis tions or as the stellar heads of small CHUCK WRIGHT combos. Versatile Orchestra Along with this talent grabfest, says With a background of 15 years as a New York C'It y Marsolais, went plans to handle the singing pianist, Chuck Wright is deservedly big individual names or name -combos Ops Gripe Over called the "one -man show." His repertoire the way big bands are handled: with consists of every type of song imaginable giThe ROYAL -AIRES radio breaks, recording dates and film -classics, opera, popular ballads, swing assignments. Presumably this kind of Unit Musicship, tunes, novelties, risque ditties and authen- Instrumental-Vocal- Entertaining Trio exploitation preserves the name value of tic Irish songs. Besides doing a skillful job at piano, Chuck possesses a rich Elco, Nev. the musicker and even enhances It, and the also makes possible the attachment of a Says N.Y. Agent baritone voice, and his personality gains high -price tag on the attraction. him friends wherever he plays. William Morris, says Marsolais, pur- NEW YORK, April 15.- Cocktail lounge Considered one of the most entertaining singles in the business, Wright also has VELVET TONED sued this policy without regard to the agents here are finding out that in many 4 30 per cent amusement tax. In fact, the cases their newly created "musical worked at Chicago radio stations as a MARION MAYE policy was under way long before the tax units " -ex- comedy and singing outfits - singing guitarist, altho he confines his N. Y.'s Newest Singing Sensation! was even being considered. are poor musicians, according to a top cocktail lounge and night club work to the New York City percenter who has been comparing ex- piano. He is under personal management However, WM now finds itself in a of and booked by Phil Shelley, Chicago. position where it has many strong non- periences with his brethren. The Toast of the Nation vocal items to sell to tax -blasted oper- The agent opines that the musickers Bloesnd ators, says Marsolais. will have to go back to "college" to learn CO. For example he how to handle their instruments. Loca- a Valdes DALE is able to offer a trio with Coleman tion owners, he reports, are complaining Special Dabbles Instrumentallsu Hawkins as the star, a quartet headed i SISTERS by Sidney Bechet, a sgxtet led by Art about the low- wattage entertainment Atlantic City, N. J. Hodes, a five -group piloted by Anne Du- they are now getting from the outfits pont, a trio under Loumel Morgan, a they bought to escape the 30 per cent In Radio Field sixer featuring Eddie Farley. And he amusement tax. Tai I-Tuneful-Terrlfla As to what can be done -the spokes- NEW YORK, April 15. -Mike Special, has Art Tatum, Meade "Lux" Lewis and man shrugs his shoulders. the lounge -act pilot, is making a dash MOLLY CRAFT Joe Sulivan available for solo star spots. for radio. Versatile Singing Pianist Next week a show called Americas Women's Jury debuts on the Mutual New York City Off the Cuff (WOR) air, and Special says he worked EAST: out the format for this daylight sus- WM -MCA War tainer and put the author, Brad Simpson, THE LITTLE FOUR JOAN . LOUISE LESCHIN, concert pi- under contract. Q Sepia Vocal Quartet anist, signed by Joe Marsolais, of Wil- Meanwhile for the past month Special Popular--Old Timers- Spiritual- Novelty- Looms Over liam Morris office. . . NOBLE AND has been peddling the early episodes of Comedy Songs. KING set for MGM, . . . JONES Editor's Held Indefinitely BROTHERSERS current at Aquarium, New two soap operas -Mary Foster, Hanover, Pa. Daughter and Linda's First Love -to sta- Act -Snatching York. . . . JOAN GILBERT, assistant tions around the land. i to Mike Special, gets a vacation. . are with CHARLEY LANGE has opened at Eddie's The chapters transcribed, the In Demand Everywhere NEW YORK, April 15.-The spark of masters controlled by World Transcrip- competition that has been smouldering Glendale Manor Roof, Glendale, Long tion. Special is doing the selling job. o between office and Island. . . . MIRETTE PONSELLE, Leo The OWEN the William Morris Pleskow open Paris The shows were originally made from SISTERS Music Corporation of America threatens and Eric Askin at 1938 to 1941, and between them num- The Nation'. Most Popular 91r1 TM* to burst into flame. Qui Chante, New York, when room 2,500 15 long. Philadelphia, Pa. changes to no -tax policy April 20. ber segments, minutes The first piece of fuel added to the The act -agent reports that he is hav- smoking pile came when the Morris of- e e ing success with his new sideline -which Sweetheart of fice, in a formal newspaper release, an- MIDWEST: will remain a sideline with him, he says. nounced the acquisition of the Milt BILLY CHANDLER (4) opened at the Piano and Song Herth trio, a former MCA property, ef- Preview, Chicago. CARSON DON- fective May 19. "The addition of this NELLY, pianist, is celebrating his second Ladies Want In, Or- AUDREY THOMAS major attraction," said the release, "gives year at Helsing's Hyde Park Restaurant, Detroit, Mioh. I 15. women the Morris Agency top position in the Chicago. . . . Nkst-r1i; SAUNDERS, sepia BALTIMORE, April -The small unit field." pianist, at the Eastown, Mil- barristers of Baltimore last week berated currently the barring of unescorted women from The agency explained this wasn't the waukee. . . . VAUGHN AND WHITNEY, "Comedy Bombshell of Song" only MCA or was are the Bowl, hotel bars, blustering that Baltimore is act it had acquired in organ -guitar, appearing at backward and promised to seek revoca- the process of acquiring. "It's strictly a Springfield, Ill. . JANE WILLARD of business with us busi- piano, been the 5100 tion of liquor licenses if night spots and MARIA LOPEZ matter -good has held over at cocktail bars continue to bar the skirted ness. If we see an act and like it we Club, Chicago. . GENE LEWIS (3) Boston, Mass. a Liquor Lounge, strays. The Women's Bar Association put try to buy it. It's just business," has opened at the Waldorf its stand in the form of a resolution of WieI spokesman declared. Fargo, N. D. . . . TOM LOW TRIO inked Chicago. protest to the Board of Liquor License The claim of top billing in the cocktail in for Martin's 71st Lounge, Commissioners, which didn't seem to feel combo field by the Morris office seemed CHUCK CHANDLER, piano, held much. The resolution asked to amuse MCA. "It looks like we are in definitely at the Berits, Chicago. it could help LOLA now that the licenses of such hotels be re- cutting into their business more than HILL (4) appearing at voked "unless this discriminatory rule is we know for them to make such a state- t he Zebra Lounge, Chicago. . . . HOR- JAY MARSHALL ment," was its opinion. TENSE DORAN, sepia organist, skedded abolished." Then warming to the subject, the to go into Indiana Lounge, Peru, Ind. The hotel men, however, put it this the way: Bars are crowded, help is short and spokesman for MCA pointed out that a MINTo MARVIN TRIO are at such women make trouble, whether in- ARTIE RUSSEL long -time Morris stand -by, Andy Padova, Duluth Hotel, Duluth, Minn. tentionally or not. As for the liquor and His Orchestra was now an MCA account. He also said THREE STEPS OF JIVE currently at the board, member Delano Ames said it had that one night last week the entire cock.. Pine Room, Chicago. . LIL ARM- Dance Music - -Show Music -- Entertainment no jurisdiction because "a liquor license tail department of the Morris office STRONG on be heard at the Flame, Du- carries the privilege of selling to whom New York City was in the Colonial Inn, Paterson, with luth,' Minn. . BOB ZIEGLER, or- you please." If you want to turn away the operator of the Enduro, Brooklyn, to ganist, is at the Hotel Menos, Madison, people with red hair and gold teeth show him Padova, who was working Wis. . WALLY KUBECK and His your privilege, said Ames. DON SEAT there. "Apparently the boys in the Mor- Rhythmaires are at Bill's Lounge, Chi- that's ris shop don't even know they lost Pa- cago. . LOUIS BALLOG TRIO are Quintette dova," was the comnient of the MCA -er. at Fort Hayes Hotel, Columbus, O. . . Kelton G.P.M. at Peer 4 Boys and a Girl O'DARE, now Tops In Music and Sang About the Milt Herth switch the MCA PAT organ, at Sandy's Charleston, S. C. spokesman said, "We don't mislead. We Lounge, Indianapolis. . . . EVELYN NEW YORK, April 15.-Prank Kelton, i do not tell our acts we can get them AND LARRY playing James Lounge, Chi- vet music man, has been appointed gen- more money unless we can. Herth is a cago.. . . DAVE BOLD, currently at the eral professional manager of the Peer good act no matter who has it. But we Rendezvous Club, Chicago. . . . DALLAS Music firms. Formerly West Coast man- © SID PRUSSIN booked Herth into the Philadelphian Ho- BARTLEY'S SMALL TOWN BOYS (6) ager for same outfit, he took over today. Chicago. Peer are South- NOW IN HIS 1st YEAR WITH tel, then the Sheraton in New York and inked in for the Silver Frolics, Included In the company it's now in the Diamond Horseshoe. We CHARLIE ROTHERiM L is at the ern Music, Melody Lane Publishers, Peer UNCLE SAM would be interested to see what the Mor- C ragin Lounge, Chicago. . . . MIKI International Corporation, LaSalle Music ris office will do with it." (See OFF THE CUFF on opposite page) and Charles K. Harris, Inc.

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SICAL CO -STARS (3) opened at Traums, Decca Disking of U.S. Dog Terre Haute, Ind. . JOHNNY REVIEWS Tune Up Before Out KAAIHUE and His Royal Hawaiians Jack Crawford booked for nine weeks at the St. Paul Hotel, St, Paul. . . . DUCI KER,EKJARTO NEW YORK, April 15. -Decca pulled at (Reviewed at the Little Club, Chicago) all the stops and arranged a special re- (4), violin concert artist, has opened The group, headed by Jack Crawford, cording of Shapiro -Bernstein's new nov- the Miami Hotel, Dayton, O. . . who formerly fronted his own 17 -piece elty number, I'd Like To Give My Dog BILLY CAREY (4) are now appearing at . . TOBY ork, gives out with a varied repertory To. Uncle Sam. Advance orders piled up the Bar of Music, Chicago. . of swing, comic novelties and old -time so high that waxery will have the tune BROWN, four -piece comedy unit, has favorites. Music is sweet, with plenty out in three weeks. Dick Robertson's been inked in for the Germania Club, of rhythm. Crawford leads with some the ork. Freeport, Ill.... MARY ELLEN DANIELS, sharp clarinet playing a la Ted Lewis, Tune was originally cut by Savoy Rec- accordion-singer, opens at the St. Paul and also doubles on sax. Also does some ords, with the composer, Red River Dave, Hotel, St. Paul, May 1.. . . JULIE HUTH smart imitations of Clyde McCoy and doing vocal and instrumental honors. (4) just rounded out a 12 -week run at Louis Panico. Paradise Beach Hotel, Pensacola, Fia., Rhythmic backing is furnished by Ted and will open at Auggie's Lounge, Min- Brown, an accomplished guitarist. Mrs. Al Friedman To Coast ABC; neapolis. . LOUANNA RUDD, piano - backing vocal, has been inked for the Esquire Crawford adds to the musical East MGM `2 Girls' .TED LIPSITZ, DETROIT with distinctive pfanistics. Link for Club, Sioux City, Ia. . ROLSALINE MALONE, piano- singer, has opened at Second Smash Week Margaret Reed, vocalist, who has been HOLLYWOOD, April 15.- Changes in nine years, the Admiral Lounge, Chicago. . . . RAY- with Crawford for over does music publishing personnel were made Andy's, Personal Management bit of warbling. Gal has a pleas- NOR. LEHR, emsee, currently at Bldg. a neat here this week when Al Friedman came Minneapolis. 301D ant-sounding voice, and sings numbers to town to handle the West Coast office RAY 6 ORRELL TROIT, MICH. ranging from Latin American melodies to of ABC Music, Inc. Friedman formerly pop tunes. Has a good flare for comedy was Chicago rep for Leeds Music. TOPS THEM ALL and works well in duet bits with Craw - Harry Link, general professional man- icrd. Jack Baker. ager for Leo Feist, trained out for New i York this week to handle Eastern musi- Trio cal campaign for MGM'a Two Girls and JACK STEPHENS Juan Panalle Sailor. Link will return around a here . PERSONABLE and VERSATILE (Reviewed Hollywood Circle, Hollywood) June 1 to spend a year in the local office. This trio as such is new to the game. ORGANIST -PIANIST the Despite the newness of the title, Bob Wills Signs With MCA Held Over! mainstays of the outfit, Juan Panalle and Art Edwards, have been around for For Seven -Year Stretch Johnny Perkins' PALLADIUM several years. They were with the Bud East St. Louis, III. Scott Troubadours. HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -After sign- Mgt. FREDERICK BROS. MUSIC CORP. Panalle paces the group at piano with ing new seven -year pact with MCA, Bob Edwards, one -time member of the Walter Wills plays final local date May 5 -7 at Barnes band and one of the two sur- the Aragon Ballroom, Ocean Park. Wills vivors of the fire in Natchez, Miss., that and crew then head east for tour of thea- wiped out the band and about 200 other ters, one -nighters and Western show lives, is heard on bass. Stanley Morgan, dates. guitarist, has played with Harlan Leonard Other local booking finds Hal McIntyre and other well -known colored orchestras. and ork going into the Orpheum Theater, This sepia group specializes in warm Los Angeles, week of May 23. numbers. Panelle's piano is featured with the bass and guitar blending well into the tunes of boogie- woogie flavoring. S.S. Ruling on Over 26 Most of the sessions are instrumental Saves Sammy Kaye Now but sufficient vocalizing is inserted. for Panalle takes the regular run of num- OMAHA, April 15.-Sammy Kaye, who bers with Edwards singing out on the appeared at the Orpheum Theater here novelties. Morgan's singing, too, is high- this week, was scheduled to take his COCKTAIL COMBOS SMALL BANDS NAME ATTRACTIONS ly satisfactory. physical examination at Fort Crook, Neb., Group makes a nice appearance and the Monday, but received a postponement, Petite Pianist and Singer brand of showmanship is above average. but he doesn't know for how long. Library is up -to -date including the Monday, Kaye turned his papers over BERNIE HELLER newfes as well as a repertoire of the to an Omaha draft board until a definite oldies. Sam. Abbott. status has been determined, JILL TRIO French Beguine "BREAKING IT UP" MGM Music Man State ADRIAN Still NEW YORK, April 15.-Latest drop in Dep't Adviser on Clefs Pensacola, Fla. at FAMOUS BAR, Akron, Ohio the middlebrow bucket is release of French lyrics to Cole Porter's Begin the HOLLYWOOD, April 15. - Nathaniel Beguine, by Harms Music Company. The Finston, head of MGM's music depart- )000( NOOt parlez stuff is expected to appeal to ment, has been appointed to the U. 8. THE ORIGINAL DEOOA longhairs now in middlebrow biz who State Department's advisory committee Recordings Artists believe that foreign lyrics have more on music. Purpose of the group is to ELLIS LARKINS oomph than English. keep the State Department advised on Emelia Renaud is the lyricist. musical interchange among the Ameri- TRIO THE CATS AND can Republics. So far, Finston is the Return Engagement only Hollywoodite to be named to the BLUE ANGEL THE FIDDLE AMONG THE TOP to PIANISTS IN committee. New York's al Night Club far the One of America's Greatest DOLLS CONDUCTED Smart Set BY DOWN BEAT Sepia Quartettes J AND ESQUIRE:: e New Ground Forces Ditty )14 Formerly with Harry America's Most Unusual A James and Benny NEW YORK, April 17. -Army officials Goodman. are looking over a crop of Infantry songs Instrumental and Vocal Duo MEADE LUX LEWIS A Sensation at written at their request by top men in Recognized King of the C Crest Lounge, Detroit. the Music War Committee. Ditties by AVAILABLE May LEO 7. Oscar Hammerstein II and Dick Rodgers, & EDDIE BOOGIE -WOOGIE K Mgt. Consolidated Irving Caesar and Harry Pyle, and other LEO at the Hammond Organ. Radio Artists, Chicago biggies are being considered. One will EDDIE at the Hammond Novachord. PIANO Held over 5 weeks at Metropolitan, be chosen this week as official song of Houston, Texas Now on the Coast GARDN ER the U. S. ground forces. Nocic X.O.X MacDonald To Fredericks NAMIC Hollywood's most famous A Solid Sender --A Solid Seller HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -Billy Mac- Donald joined Frederick Bros.' agency picture and radio sepia artists FREDDIE REED here as booker in the band department MARVELDYLE MYLER A Sensation at the and assistant to Ed Fishman. Prior to LOUMEL MORGAN Piano joining the firm, MacDonald had his own And His Sophisticated band, the Royal Highlanders. One of the Midwest's Finest TRIO Songs Piano Entertainers Back by Demand Instrumentalists and Entertainers LAWRENCE BOWL OFF THE CUFF Chicago (Continued from opposite page) )00X »0« Mgt. ORCHART (4) can be heard at the Club They're All Aces! Music Corp. of Amer. Morocco, Chicago.. MURRAY, sepia pianist, has been THE ART TATUM booked in at the Hotel Custer, Galesburg, Ill. . . LAURA LEE ANGELS, organist, TRIO A Definite HIT! currently at Packer's Palladium, FOUR SPACES Green Piano -Bass -Guitar Bay, Wis. . . . NIKI NICHOLS is at the Danceable Vocals FULTON Arden Lounge, Chicago. . . . CAROL Entertainment currently THOMPSON, pianist, la appearing at the Hotel Riviera, Long Beach, Calif. Frenchie's Cafe, Milwaukee, Wis. ALEXANDER'S Rose Bowl, Chicago. . . THE CAPTI- VATORS, formerly with the William Morris Agency, have been signed to a WRITE, WIRE OR PHONE BAND currently long -term contract by Frederick Bros., WHITE CITY LOUNGE, Chicago. Unit has been booked in at the X)* WILLIAM MORRIS ACC( Springfield, III, Steuben Inn, Milwaukee. . CHUCK AGENCY Direction L. N. Fleokles, WRIGHT, one -man show, has returned NEW YORK CHICAGO HOLLYWOOD to the Skyride, Chicago, and will alter- Reginald Voorhees Co., 32 W. Rand, Ohlosgo CIRCLE 7 -2160 STATE 3632 CRESTVIEW 1 -6161 nate with Phil Forrest. . . . THE MU-

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Band Packages and Units One of Those Things AGVA Going NEW YORK, April 15. -One of New York's class hotels, booked by MCA, bought a dance team to D.C. Again Help Agents Collect 2 mays; work the dinner show. Hotel al- To ways holds acts, so it looked like a nice deal for all concerned. Immediately after the first Bundles Better Shows show, however, the team was can- On 300 Tax celed, hotel claiming that patrons NEW YORK, April 17.-Bureau of In- considered act "vulgar." Team, a ternal Revenue will hear from AGVA pair of kids, do a fast One nice apache again this week regarding the 30 per cent Act Scarcity Reason for Growth routine. amusement tax. Turns out that hotel talent On Wednesday (19) or Thursday (20) (Continued from page 3) the available vaude time -perhaps as buyer had never seen the act, de- Matt Shelvey, national administrator of much as 20 per cent. pending on agent, who claimed it AGVA, and Mortimer S. Rosenthal, asso- -seven or eight, by general agreement. was "terrific." Later the agent The main causes seem to be: ciate counsel, are skedded to huddle with Radio Bundles admitted that he hadn't seen the BIR officials in Washington regarding (a) The growth of name band popu- act either. And, anyway, larity; But with the present talent shortage, it was AGVA's contention that the bureau has bookers are reaching out to other fields one of those things. ample power to interpret the new tax law (b) The growth of big talent agencies; notably to radio - PS.: Newspapers were told gal (c) The acute attraction shortage. -for the personnel to in such a way that the performer's in- form unit attractions. One of the earliest member of team had "sprained terest will be safeguarded instead of Box-office $$ pullers that many bands her ankle necessitating are, they still need bolstering as stage radio units to hit vaude stages was the with- jeopardized as at present. Truth or Consequences outfit. Now drawal." Rosenthal, due to be inducted last spectacles. They did It for eye -appeal comes word and show- pacing. When a band is booked that The Goldbergs will be week, was spared by the "over 26" stay for vaude tour, it is generally wrapped going to presentation houses, and so will granted by Selective Service and thus the National Barn Dance. And some- will be on hand for up with two or three acts. For the most thing the next Washing- part these turns stay with the ork for dubbed Golden Era-comprising ton pitch at the door of the BIR. Fred Stone and other oldsters -will BIR Cautions The pair will go armed with a brief the whole tour. shortly be available. The acts do not have to be attractions prepared by Jonas Silverstone, AGVA themselves -merely of a caliber good The facts of prefabricated vaude as counsel now serving in the army. Shelvey outlined here do not, of course, apply to said an effort will be made to obtain a enough to appear with the musical ag- the Monte Carlo gregation. The most important consid- big houses of this town's Main Stem. leave for Silvertone so that he may at- These spots play very few units and no tend the Washington confab. Silver - eration In selecting them is the question band bundles. of whether or not they have appeared It is true that when a On Taxless View stone's argument is based on the conten- recently in the houses involved in the big band plays a Stem house, two or tion that the night club performer is more acts are added, but these are NEW YORK, April 15. -Monte Carlo, being harmed by the tax law, while projected tour. Other considerations are bought whether or not the band leader (or his at the wish of the house booker East Side chi -chi spot, has been in- other forms of entertainment are bene- manager) wants them; whether or not and not the leader of the band. formed by the Bureau of Internal Rev- fiting. they will balance the other talent and Estimates of the amount of prefabri- enue here that it will be responsible This week's Washington conference will the regular features of the band. As a cation existing in vaude today range for the 30 per cent on its bar business if be the second held in less than a month rule, if the leader wants them, and they from 20 per cent to 75 per cent. How- it doesn't curtain off its dance floor at the request of AGVA. Prior to going, are available, he gets them. ever, the average is somewhere between from the bar area. Shelvey will try to establish contact with Sometimes the reverse Is true and a 50 and 60 per cent. This Is not to imply Spot operated by Webb & Knapp, real several U. S. senators known to be top attraction brings in a band to fill out that a vaude house, necessarily, plays a estate firm, has a cord stretched across friendly to labor, in hope that these the bundle. An example of that is the package show every other week because the entrance to dance floor. Cards, placed men will lend their prestige to the cause Andrews Sisters use of Mitchell Ayres's it's entirely possible that a spot will be on tables, say, "The 30 per cent tax will of the tax -slugged actor. outfit. without a bundle for 10 weeks running. not apply to guests at the bar or guests Yet were this to happen, it is also en- at tables in bar area," To Advantages Also tirely possible, that for the next 10 weeks Nitery has two orks each with a canary There are two major advantages to all shows in the house would be pre- who can be seen and heard in bar area. "Radio Cavalcade" tying up two or three acts for a band fabricated. tour: (a) The need for constant rehears- In other words, package building is de- Lays a Trenton als is eliminated, and (b) the combina- pendent on variable factors such as the Roxy's Balaban Going Legit tion of performers with a musical aggre- seasons, holidays, act availability, the gation permits the development and re- talent demand from other types of show NEW YORK, April 15. -A. J. Balaban, Egg in Two Days tention of good stage business, which business, and so on. But despite these, Roxy operator, has two legiters in the adds to the entertainment values of the the chances are a vaude house today hopper. The first is a musical, second is (Continued from page 4) show. will present a bundle program one out a comedy -drama with a musical back- smooth and effortless they faced to "get" Packaging would still exist if there of every two weeks the year around. ground. the audience as they have on the radio were no big talent agencies. However, Both are skedded for openings on the and concert stage. the fact that large agencies exist and Stem some time next fall. Comedy -drama Borrah Minevitch and His Harmonica have long lists of what is generally the Jerry Lester to Vaude is taken from a book now in the public Rascals came on to garner a few laughs best-or at least the most successful - domain. Balaban plans to run both with the clowning of Sammy Ross and talent available, contributes greatly to NEW YORK, April 15. -Jerry Lester, shows with an eye to television to which William John McBride. comic now on the Sinatra air show on both will be fitted. The much- touted Joan Brooks (WABC) the bundling practice. A major talent a six-week paper, is planning office can give a band leader his choice to do a To operate television angle Balaban has came on with a medley of ballads heard single in vaude and niterfes as soon as plans to start a producing unit, with per- on her radio program nightly. She re- of dozens of acts, among which he has a his contract is pretty good chance of getting what he up. He plans to open sonnel drawn from men in key jobs fin ceived two encores -both of them forced. out of town to break in his new material. show business. Gus Van came on with his amusing wants . and can collect two ways - on the unit and the acts represented. impersonations in dialect and garnered Yet, very often and especially today, laughs galore. A master showman with even the big offices run out of acts to perfect rhythm in every movement, Mr. offer their band leaders -and in that Van drew thunderous applause and much case they are forced to go outside to rival "War Will Insure Vaude's laughter with gags that were clean and big agencies and even small independent new. In addition to a medley of tunes percenters. in dialect, his song repertoire included This leads to the odd spectacle of one Hi Ya, Neighbor; Me and My Gal, When big office creating a hefty commission for Place in. Post -War Showbiz," Paddy McGinty Plays the Horn and its most potent rival, and the other Paper Doll. Two encores and he could way around. have had another one. John Feeney, "celebrated" Irish tenor, Question of Who Owns What was next with a repertoire of traditional The question of who is the employer Says Ed Wynn, After GI Tour Irish airs. It was unfortunate that a In the package situation -the band man like Feeney who possesses a beauti- leader, the agency or the theater -is now ful voice is colorless and not exactly a very much up in the air. The Treasury Units Selling Hospitalized Boys Flesh Shows Beau Brummel. If he is going to appear has recently ruled that all vaude per- in productions of this sort, it seems to formers are independent contractors, but this reviewer that he might fare better this ruling is only temporary, and may (Continued from page 3) was better than any money he has ever if he wore Irish costume. be reversed. jokes included nothing about the war, made, he says. "I can't find words for the Feeney introduced Howard Hughes who However, no matter who is the em- deaths, sickness or wounds. satisfaction that I got. Perhaps this is rated here as another Bobby Breen. ployer, it is a fact that packaging has Ed believes that "nothing is so essen- story will.show what I mean." Altho he followed Feeney, he fared much led to the growth of accounting offices tial to the happiness of a community as At one hospital a boy who had both better and in the opinion of this corner as attachments to band business because the theater. The reception that we got arms shot off came to him and said that his applause was deserved and not it was and may soon again be necessary from those boys proves that it is essen- he had laughed till his sides hurt. given out of sympathy for his age. Pos- to figure Social Security taxes, withhold- tial. People like Danny Kaye, a real per- "I only wish I could clap my hands for sessed of a clear and very high soprano= ing and so on. former, are going to keep the spirit of the you." the boy's voice reaches a perfect pitch While band bundles make up the theater alive and take advantage of the The physical strain of the trip and the as he progresses with a song. He re- largest part of today's prefabricated definite need for live performers." lack of decent accommodations were ter- ceived several encores and could have vaude show, the packaged proportion is As far as the men in the hospitals are rific. They had to sit in coaches eight had more. Boy is under contract to Ful- pushed upward by the presence of regu- concerned, he says that they don't want hours at a time, couldn't get food on the ton Arnold, of WTTM, and it is under- lar, produced units capable of giving a hand -shake and an autograph from a trains, and worked 12 to 15 hours a day. stood that arrangements have been made shows running up to two hours -units name. They want entertainment. He "Boy," he says, "it was like the old to have him appear on two programs in like the Earl Carroll spectacles, the Harry didn't have much time to see anything days of one -night stands." New York over a Coast-to -Coast hook -up. Howard shows, the Lattn Quarter and outside the hospitals but things that the Nevertheless, he says, he will probably Minevitch came on again to close the Diamond Horseshoe revues, and items of entertainment boom is no mirage. turn down the two radio offers made tq show and a tired and disappointed audi- this type. These she : Lill in much of The reception he got from the men him and do it all over again. ence went home. Wendell Goodwin.

At www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard NIGHT CLUBS- VAUDEVILLE 25 NIGHT CLUB REVIEWS Latin Quarter, New York La Vie Parisienne, New York Follow-Up Reviews Talent policy: Dance bands and floor - Talent policy: No Dancing; shows at LA MARTINIQUE, NEW YORK: Buddy PERSIAN ROOM, PLAZA HOTEL, NEW shows at 8:30 and 12:30. Owners - 8, 12 and 2:30. Owner- operator -man- Lester, the agent- agitating comic, stepped YORK: Laurette and Clymas, dance team operators, Lou Walters E. ager: Arthur Lesser; publicity, Lyn which has played the West Side clubs, and M. into this spot Wednesday night (12) and and was last caught at Loew's State, Loew; production, Walters and Mme. Duddy. Prices: $2.50 -$3.50 minimums. scored well with his whistling, stomping, managed to make this chi -chi place, Kamarova; ensemble, Wally Wanger; -playing comedy act. opening in the dinner spot. publicity, Peggy Fears reappeared on the local wheezing, trumpet Zussman & Bayne. Prices: night club scene Wednesday night (12) in The crowd, jamming the place to the First number was a smooth bit of $2 -$3.50 minimum. this Frenchy boite, and if the response of walls, was strictly showbiz and Lester ballroomology drawing a comfortable Well- the crowd at the last show is any indi- milked this situation heavily, so that hand from the diners. Next was a be- rutted and lacking an inspired go with touch, the spring edition of Montmartre cation she will do well at La Vie. This it is hard to say how he'd over fore- and -after marriage dance team bit reviewer found much of her work less a mob of homebodies. The industry -Ites which garnered fair applause and laughs. Madness, which opened here last Mon- enough. day (10), is nonetheless a fairish offering than satisfying because of its general welcomed him sure Followed with a glow worm number considering the price scale maintained quality of hoke, but the a.m. mob pulled Opened with a nod to Milton Berle, with Bob Grant's ork coming in on light- at the Latin Quarter. four encores out of her and could have among the table -sitters, ad- libbed a few ing business. Act was draggy. A Girl - stood for more. ticklers, and then more or less sang Meets -Boy routine was team's best. Fein Best thing in the proceedings is Dave Miss Fears opened with Love Is a Lovely Apollon and his three "Royal Pennsyl- Honey. After which he worked a gag moved gracefully and the boy followed Thing, followed with They Say and Fall- horn -tooting routine ostensibly aping along. The body spin finale of latter vanian 4 -F Gypsies "--- Filipinos, to you. ing in Love With Love. At the " more" assist- Standard act projects well from the club James and Busse, with the band was tricky but detracted from smooth demands she announced a new "candle- ing handsomely. Seemed to drag this impression team left. floor, reaps plenty of gigging and Apollon light song" policy-if the customers will out too long and titters began to taper and company have to "thank you" their leave their requests she'll warble the Last bit was announced as Park Avenue way off. Brought 'em back a- laughin', how- apache off. tunes next time they come in. Mean- ever, with Lawrence Tibbett and Harry Episode, which segued into a fast Other strong item is the Blanchards, while she gave 'em an Oklahoma medley, number. First the gal got a tossing Richman take -offs, tapped his noggin to around she did he- and -she goof ballroom team. Pair in- Speak Low, and two others, all received produce sound, tossed in a cooch dance and then the tossing. volve themselves in the usual comedy - big. Work was slick and smooth but didn't and went out to whistles. On demand, seem dance scrambles, but don't stick to this Newcomer to this spot is a fresh -look- for an encore, he did the Africa routine to fit in the room. B. S. alone. Also mingle with the customers ing, red -headed French- English chan- of his brother, Jerry, and had to beg off. selling "popcorn," trying on coats, teuse named Jeanne Morain. Chants a Generally proved himself an able buffoon VElRSAILLES, NEW YORK: Carl Bris- snatching bread baskets and so on. Pull couple of love songs and the marching with nice timing and delivery but prone son, back here after a. run earlier in the a crop of laughs and good hands. song of the French underground in the to over -play. season, is still a wonder boy with the Son and Sonny, Negro acro -tap team, gutteral and dramatic French style -but Sunny Skylar, radio "voice" and com- Versailles set. When caught Wednesday show to much better advantage here than gal gives the stuff punch and class, and poser, the other new act opening here, night (12) at the dinner show, he did no they did at the Zanzibar and eam good she carries off a good hand. Her Eng- less than seven encores and left 'em My Bill, is a personable lad who's been making responses for the toe -taps specialty of lish- version however, suffered his living writing Besame Mucho, Move applauding. the short one and the repetitive front - from being too French in styling, altho It Over; Amour, Amour, Amour, and Introed with a medley of his past hits, flip into -a- full -split feat of the tall one. accent is Americano. When canary gets other hit tunes. Somebody figured this Including, of course, Cocktails for Two, her teeth into pop pieces she ought to he galloped into Beer Barrel Polka, and Walter Nielson, standard trick bike act, do well in the town's qualifies him to be a singer. It doesn't. provides a nice note of novelty midway bistros. He sings like a composer-in a free- from there sat on chairs, climbed the in the show with his big and little Tony Ferrar, a nice -looking kid with wheeling, shapeless style with excessive piano and skittered all over the place wheels, Rube Goldberg gadgets and cas- a good idea, falls somewhat short of mak- use of arms and a plain, artless voice. with a hand -mike, shedding Continental ing it click. Youngster starts out to do charm with great ease and warbling An- ual patter, all adding up to a sprinkling comedy act gag His numerous friends in the audience of chuckles and applause. a using material and insisted on a couple of encores and he other Old Fashioned, Lovely Little Mani- dance -steps to underline it. Mimics curist, Màirzy Doats and other tunes. Mazzone- Abbott Dancers, held over, Draper, Astaire, Fanny Brice, Eleanor went out with a thank -you. knocked each other about violently, Powell, Javenese and Spanish dancers, a Other two acts, Betty Garrett, come- (See Folow -Up Review on page 28) shriek, shoot revolvers, jump on a barrel woman gossiping and like stuff. Makes dienne, and Fanchon, terper, reviewed in and drag far less commotion from the his point with his hooves, but mild ma- The Billboard, issue of April 8. P. R. table- squatters than they cause on the terial on the tongue trips him up. With floor. better patter and more experiece, lad Henri Therrien, also held over, gets a may come along. fair hand for his Donkey Serenade and Dick Delton's trio do neat job assisting 'BLUE ANGEL, NEW YORK: Two new Last Time I Saw Paris. Other retentions the performers. Biz fair when caught. acts are on tap here. First 'Is Robert from the previous show are Adele Par- Adele Lambert, programed, was unseen. Crum, a keyboard artist of the concert rish, blond fiddler, and Una Cooper, fast - P. R. school who seems to do just as well on spinning acro dancer. Gals work in three the hot licks as he does on the long hair production numbers with the Wally stuff. Repertoire, when caught, Tuesday Wanger line (18), and are nicely received. C''unillia House, Chicago (11), ran too much to latter type with Chorus routines and costumes are hack- crowd getting a little restive. neyed, and draw commensurate hand - Talent policy: Dance band and attrac- His Rhapsody in Blue, delivered with slapping. Finale is a cheesy try for a tion. Owner: Arnold Kirkeby; head- variations plus some new arrangements, topper effect-dragging out the American waiter, Frank Olmsted; publicity, Mary carried an authoritative sock. Segued in- flag. to boogie -woogie with both feet, and we NELSON SISTERS Anderson. Prices: No minimum. mean feet. Done McGrane's ork (9), with Winnie Keeps beat with first one Elaine Vivian Walsh on vocals, do a passable David Brooks, new singing star in these foot, then the other, and sometimes both, - job of show- baoking and dance -playing, and whereabouts, is the personable chap now pounding almost thru the floor. "ANGELS OF THE TRAPEZE" Ferando Canay (7) relieves with the entertaining the smart clientele of this On the long hair material, Crum ob- Closing 17th Week rhumbas. Place would be a lot more intimate room. viously knows what the 88 keys are for. comfortable if the screeching p,-a. sys- Arriving here from the East without After first two numbers piano pounder Record- Breaking Engagement any a tem were toned down. Biz fair when fanfare, he immediately scored hit had crowd in his palm and lost it when CHASE CLUB AND ZODIAC BAR caught. Paul Ross. and has been attracting crowds with his he stretched his act. Trimming seems fine singing and pleasing personality. indicated. CHASE HOTEL ST. LOUIS Blessed with a rich baritone voice, hav- OPENING APRIL 20th THE NOVELLOS, after a 11 -week hold- Second act is Norah Sheridan who does ing received his training with the Phila- a couple of songs with slightly blue tinge. over at Colosimo's, have begun an indefi- delphia Opera Company, Brooks gives out ROOSEVELT HOTEL nite stand at the Blackhawk Restaurant Her hillbilly number was terrific and so with a refreshing style that easily rates was her Let's Fall in Love. NEW ORLEANS, LA. him as one of the season's new "finds." Thrush doesn't have a voice but overcomes it Our Sincere Thanks He sells well and puts over his num- with a socko delivery plus good show- The Exotic Parisienne bers with finesse. Audience reaction was manship. Gal's Tea Room bit went over To Our Idea Man tremendous when caught. Does remark- with a wallop. ably well with ballads and old favorites. HAROLD KOPLAR This type seems Evelyn Knight, the Bernards and the Professional Mgt. M.C.A. of selection to be his Ellis Larkin forte. His six -foot frame and good looks Trio, also on bill, were re- G.I. Management -Pvt. Eddie Elkart, help. Jack Baker. viewed in The Billboard February 26. U.S.A.A.F. SIIEIIRY LEA Bill Smith. . Newest Sophisticated Restaurante Del Paseo, STRIP -TEASE Santa Barbara, Calif. and DANCING SUPER -SENSATION Just Closed Regal PECK Theater, Chicago Talent policy: Dance band and floor - shows at 8:10 and 11 p.m. Manage- ment: Russell Smith, owner -manager. Prices: Dinner, $1.50 up. Russell Smith is doing a land -office business at his Del Paseo restaurant in the patio of the Paseo de la Guerra. It is the top dining and dancing spot in California, historic Santa Barbara. With the first Here We Come! evening show skedded for 8:10, Smith has so much business that he holds res- CENTRAL BOOKING ervations only until 6:30. OFFICE, CHICAGO Music is Latin flavored by Felix Lorea and six sidemen. Featuring only one Personal Management Freddie Williamson PECK brass, a trumpet, music is easy to listen Special routines by Jean DeMeaux. to as well as danceable, but always keep- Special extravagant wardrobe de- ing on the sweet side. signed by. Bil`y Livingston. Current show is especially strong with E ROBERT DRAKE AND LITTLE JEANE Marie Caruso, a perennial favorite, han-. "Two Hollywood Cut Ups Vg ( Now available for best offers 1 dling singing as well as emsee chores. Miss Caruso, neatly* draped in a red, white CURRENTLY AT HI -LO CLUB, BATTLE CREEK, MICH. / Address: Direct from KA- CEE'S, TOLEDO. Billboard, and blue gown with midriff showing, E 1564 Broadway, N. Y. City opens her turn as well as the show with Thanks to Peter J. Iodico (See Night Club Review on page 28)

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Oriental Out- Sprinting Chi Easter Tax Egg Union Holds NEW YORK, April 15.-A re- ligious service held -last Sunday Davis Still (9) in the lobby of the Waldorf - In Vaude Talent Rivalry Astoria to celebrate Easter CHICAGO, April 15. -The new spring house can hit high grosses with onlyname brought a lot of pleasure to Wal- Liable for Pay show season here looks like a terrific bat- attractions, which it did when Martha dorf patrons who sat in the lobby tle for the Windy City's show crowd. Raye and the Condos Brothers helped to sipping tea, soft drinks and, in NEW YORK, April 15.-American Guild Contestants are the lone independent hit $35,000 last week, then it is reason- some cases, highballs. of Variety Artists will hold Benny Davis, Oriental Theater and the Balaban & ably sure that it can deliver in the But-it also brought the tea former proprietor of the bankrupted Katz's ace house, the Chicago Theater. future. drinkers a tap for 30 per cent Frolics night spot, responsible for about Each side seems to be matching its skill amusement tax. $1,200 in back salaries to performers even against the other in booking top attrac- Since there was singing and tho the property has gone thru receiver- tions. It looks as if the Oriental is music, the service was "entertain- ship. passing the winning mark with an SAG Also Bans ment" and therefore subjected Dave Fox, head of local AGVA, yester- package of set for the the audience to the tax bite. day declared that out of some $2,417 in elaborate talent assets left by the Frolics -which stood theater during May. on the site of the present Zanzibar and Charlie Hogan, booker for the Oriental, Unauthorized folded last year -only $347.60 had been has stepped out and pulled a real enter- turned over by the receivers to satisfy tainment scoop in getting the Andrew Rose Forces Act all wage claims, including those of Sisters for a p.a. starting May 5. This kitchen help. Out of this sum about is first time in the history of the thea- "Celeb" Shows NEW $92 was turned over to AGVA in set- ter that these gals have played the YORK, April 15.- Screen Actors' tlement of about $1,200 in claims, Fox house, having appeared at the Chicago Guild is backing the American Guild of Out of State Artists in said. Theater seven times during their career. Variety AGVA's crackdown on NEW YORK, April 15. -Ross and La Among the acts caught by the shut- Competing with the sisters, the Chicago the "celebrity night" nuisance. Pierre, who were to have gone into the tering of the Frolics were the Barry has booked Sammy Kaye. Kaye's pulling The last issue of SAG's official pub- next show at Loew's State, were canceled Sisters, Walter Long, Leonard Suess, Mil- power certainly cannot be matched with lication, The Screen Actor, carried an out by Jesse Kaye, Loew's booker, after dred Wayne, Roberta Ramon and eight that of the Andrew Sisters, and it will article warning that such appearances he had received notification from Billy chorus girls. probably be a march of the theater- "are prohibited unless sanctioned by Rose that the pair were under contract Fox declared that the small sum given goers to the Oriental during that week. Theater Authority" or other official to him not to play at the State or any AGVA to pay these performers was a Woody Herman is the next star at- sources, other theater where Rose's show,. Post - perfect illustration of the futility of traction booked into the Oriental, having Florence Marston, Eastern representa- War Preview, is skedded to appear. waiting for legal processes to settle wage been inked for the week of May 12. tive of SAG, said the blast lined up her The cancellation is the finale of a com- claims instead of insisting on a wage - This is his first appearance also and union beside AGVA in trying to put an plicated tangle. Ross and La Pierre were bond. He said AGVA had allowed the he will vie against Vaughn Monroe at end to the free -show practice except un- booked into the Diamond Horseshoe by spot to open without a bond at the re- the Chicago. Herman appeared at the der authorized circumstances. Johnny Singer on a two -week contract quest of the actors. Chicago only a few weeks ago and rolled which permitted cancellation by either Fox declared that AGVA considers the up a neat gross of $56,000. party after one show. wage payment made insufficient and will Not to be stopped with the booking of According to the agent, he notified continue to hold Benny Davis responsi- the Andrew Sisters and Herman, Hogan Redstone Blue Rose verbally of intention to conclude ble for satisfaction of the claims. has also inked in George White's Scandals the contract and took his act out on for the week of May 19 and Xavier Cugat Thursday night (13). NEW YORK, April 15. -Frank and Jean for his first appearance at the house Biz Meanwhile, says Singer, Rose demanded Hubert, now on the Coast in pictures, are starting May 26. Over Hub that the act stay in the Horseshoe show set for their first vaude show. Pair will when it goes on the road two weeks open at Loew's State June 1. The Oriental's bookings for May have NEW YORK, April 15.-Mickey Red- stone, operator of the Boston Latin Quar- hence and at their present salary of definitely placed the spot into a Class A $500 weekly. Singer says he won't per- position among Chicago's theaters, re- ter and Mayfair, in town to arrange for the opening of his outdoor movie thea- mit his act to hit the road at this figure, gardless of the fact that it cannot, be- and so he booked them into the State. cause of the pic deals Balaban & Katz ter at Valley Stream, L. I., reported that WANTED the Mayfair was reopened after being Yesterday (14) formal notification ar- have with the major studios, get good rived in Jesse Kaye's office of Rose's pictures to help bolster business. If the closed for one night by the city author. SEMI-NUDE, EXOTIC DANCERS ties over a fire hazard. contentions in the matter, and to avoid for the Business, he reported, is sagging in the a dispute Kaye rubbed out the booking. Hub over the 30 per cent amusement tax. His own net, he said, is 22 to 25 per NEW YORK 606 CLUB Barbaro Drops cent off, even tho his grosses are higher. The difference, he declared, is due Detroit AGVA Also Blues Singers. to the fact that allowance must be Book direct and save agents' fees. Grand Casino made for the 30 per cent tax. Thus the Send photo or wire or write Mayfair, whose gross last week was up Local Dissolved personally. DETROIT, April 15.-Detroit's most 10 per cent, actually lost 25 per cent startling night club deal went into re- DETROIT, April 15.-Detroit local of business, while the L. Q., which ran 13 AGVA has been formally dissolved by Raised stage and air conditioned. verse this week when Frank Barbaro, gross, a per cent ahead in took drop of action of the AAAA national board, and Long engagement. operator of the Bowery, gave up the 22 per cent. Grand Terrace Casino, which he had Billy Grubbs, in charge of the Michigan planned to operate as the Latin Quarter. and Ohio territory as national repre- Featuring SUNNY LOVETT, now in her sentative, has taken charge of the De- Barbaro took actual possession and Harlequin Satisfies AGVA troit office. tenth week was running the place for the past Background of the move, Grubbs said, couple of weeks, but decided to return NEW YORK, April 15. -The Harlequin, was the desire of Carl Dennis, executive 606 CLUB it to the original owners. night spot formerly called the Casa- secretary, to return to active show busi- Background of the decision was the blanca, will be allowed to open after be- of another suitable 23 West Eighth Street, N. Y. City. AGVA's list. ness and the lack sentiment of the Michigan Liquor Con- ing stricken from "unfair" individual available to step into the post Phone ORchard 4 -9845. trol Commission against night club The club put up one week's bond and at present. Accordingly, it became neces- "chains." Their objection is to owner- agreed to settle a long -time wage claim sary for the national office formally to ship of more than one spot by one held by the union against Ralph Maurice, take over the situation. Dennis went owner, altho instances of such cases al- one of the Harlequin's new owners. into Mickey's Show Bar, leading north STANDARD AND NOVELTY ACTS WANTED Rather than risk AGVA officials said yesterday (14) that (in tact, any good act desired!!) ready exist in the city. end spot, Monday as master of cere- for Night Clubs, Conventions, Banquets and a challenge of the commission's ruling, they expect to sign a minimum basic monies. Theaters. Write-Wire-Come In! Barbaro gave up the spot. agreement with the place. RAY S. KNEELAND Amusement Booking Service A.G.V.A. Franchised Coast Flesh Biz 416 Pearl Street BUFFALO 2, N. Y. ATTENTION ! Builds Small Units; Can use Exotic Dancers for Club Dates. ROLLER SKATERS AND SKATING ACTS Everything Terrif HARVEY THOMAS THEATRICAL AGENCY 162 N. State St., Chicago, III, April 17. flesh Acts, Musicians Acts. Also Chorus Boys and Girls. HOLLYWOOD, -Local Entertainers, Furnished for All WANTED: Novelty or Specialty picture is brightening, with public really Occasions On Short Notice. If satisfactory can guarantee you 30 weeks' booking. Contact us en route. rooting for performers and causing Phono Key 8491 or Dee 8034 bookers no end of trouble keeping top CITY PLACE DATES names available for talent buyers. As an Garden April 17 thru April 23 Cole Trio has been booked Boston example, King GIRLS WANTED Providence .R. I. Auditorium April 24 thru April 30 for a return engagement at the Orpheum FOR "HOLLYWOOD REVUE OF 1944." Pittsburgh Duquesne Gardens May 3 thru May 13 May 16. Combo is the first small musi- a quick repeat Best terms if under 5' 6 "; wardrobe free. Grand Rapids Auditorium May 15 thru May 20 cal group to get such Experienced or inexperienced. Also Female engagement at this theater. Boys were r Midget. Rush snapshots to M. LEO, care such a draw that management decided Billboard. 1564 Broadway, N. Y. City 19. 4 on getting them back in as soon as pos- SKATING VANITIES sible. YOU CAN ENTERTAIN Nitery picture is nearly as good, with with TRICK DRAWINGS Ask for BOBBY JOHNSON such top draws as Joe E. Lewis really and packing them in. Lewis just completed RAG PICTURES an engagement at Slapsy Maxie's and Send 1Oe for Catalog. would have been welcome to stay on in- BALDA ARTS SERVICE definitely but previous bookings inter- Oshkosh, Wis. fered. Lewis trained out for New York WANTED last week to open Thursday ('20) at the A strong Colored Unit, 12 or 14 people, with own transportation to play Copacabana. in for STROBLITE Louisiana and Mississippi weeks' playing time. Write or wire Even dance teams are coming Army Camps in -2 their share of the public's support. LUMINOUS COLORS GLOW IN THE DARK NAT D. RODGERS Maurice St. Clair and Gloria Day have Spectacular Effects with U. V. Blacklight. proved such a hit at the Biltmore Bowl ASTOR HOTEL, ALEXANDRIA, LA. Dept 52 et. that they are going into their 12th week. STROBLITE CO. NEW YORK

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard NIGHT CLUBS- VAUDEVILLE 27 Capitol, New York VAUDEVILLE REVIEWS Oriental, Chicago (Reviewed Thursday Afternoon, April 13) (Reviewed Friday Afternoon, April 14) of A show which has the makings of a Earle, Philadelphia Orpheum, Minneapolis This girl revue is a breezy package good grosser preemed here today. In the (Reviewed Friday Afternoon, April 14) (Reviewed Friday Afternoon, April 14) talent, combined with lavish sets and a top slot is MGM's Ginny Simms, who is A well -rounded bill, rich in music and Sammy Kaye ork, 15 strong, and his stage full of orb -filling beauties parading also in the pic, Broadway Rhythm. For song, with Les Brown and his band of 16 regular coterie of entertainers headline, around in scantily attired costumes. going a long way in keeping the kids giving off with usual Kaye style. Sammy Curtain rises with singing introduction Miss Simms stint, Frankie Carle's ork is crowding the house at opening show in must be having trouble getting musi- augmented by eight fiddles, a cello, harp the swing mood. For added measure cians-he plays clary with ork in prac- to show by John Muccio and Larry and xylophone. there is Carol Bruce. tically every set. Stuart, featured a parade bit by six love -. arrangement Thrush, wearing a rose -colored gown, Brown band tees of with a 52d Street Show gets off with novel lies, fashioned in red velvet gowns, fol- adaptation of the Anvil Chorus, also go- of Pistol Packin' Mama by the band, dressed in comes on to a good hand to do five doing the vocals. lowed by the line of 14 girls ing gut-bucket for Bizet Has His Day, with Four Kaydettes chorus rou- numbers. She sells nicely. For encore keeping to conservative lines only for Arthur Wright's tenor is just right for pink shorts. Girls do a slow Oh, What a Beautiful Morning. Would tine that lacks rhythm and co- ordina- she gave out with Eli -Eli which deserved an interesting arrangement of Holiday for is made of Vio Strings. have been good for at least another tune tion. No introduction and won a sock mitt. After last number or two. Robert Sisters and Frances Hyde, one -man band, who certainly de- roses handed up by a page got her an- Carol Bruce, living up to all the ad- some fast served a build -up. Lad show- stopped vanced belly as to her loveliness and in Wright, tap terpsters, turn his other wave of applause. routines on circular stage of their own. and had the bobby- soxers wild with pink gown with a neckline that beach- musical impersonations of Henry Busse, Frankie Carle's crew (15), five reed, six danger zone, won the But where does Kaye get the idea they're heads well into the youngsters? Abe Lyman, Tommy Dorsey, Louis Arm- brass and a four -man rhythm section, in- eyes and ears and the attending plaudits strong and Harry James. Also does a best when getting real If Hollywood doesn't catch up with cluding Carle on the keyboards, got handily. Fares Sally Stuart before long it'll be a sur- good imitation of Clyde McCoy's Sugar cuddlesome for the ballads, both old and Cure Blues and a Fats Waller piano mel- groovey right from curtain raiser, Sunrise and her way off the prise to many. Here's a gal with looks, Serenade. Socked with Don't Sweetheart new, had to fight a figure and voice, and stops show with ody. Has plenty on the ball and does a Me, seguing into a crowd -pleasing boogie. boards. her vocals of I Had a Man and Do Noth- lot of trick work on the trumpets, trom- Maestro, on the piano in practically all With all due respect to Miss Bruce's ing Till You Hear From Me. She's a bones, piano and drums. Got a terrific numbers, backed by an excellent rhythm talents, the Brown band boasts of a beauty. Ork hits out on swing version mitting when he played Margie on two combo with brasses coming in muted, canary who seeks no quarter from any- of Smiles, with Kaye joining clary sec- trumpets and Sleep on three trumpets. gave set -up a listenable quality few orks one in the same lyrical department. tion for spotlight, followed by trumpets. Had to beg off after a military number achieve in so short a time. Beautiful and blonde Doris Day, tall and Billy Williams, bary, gets the hepcats when he played four bugles at the same Mitzi Mayfair opens with a poor You tantalizing, is more than slightly terrific humming with San Fernando Valley and time. Can't Say No to the USO but delivers in exciting the youthful enthusiasts to Lovely Way To Spend an Evening, but Charlie Kraft, musical comedy dancer, solidly with her heel and toe stuff. Her whistling and stomping. Gal gives out it's One o'Clock Jump, spotlighting Don appeared in another production number. tricky leg twists and side kicks win fine equally efective for a brace of three Martin, trombone; Tiny Silver, sax, and Has a style similar to Georgie Tapps and audience response. rhythm and ballad ditties, and each canto Jerry Carr, piano, that has the gaters in does a fine job in a series of fast tap Paul Allen, ex- nitery warbler, now with counts for plenty. a frenzy. Silver, especially, is tops with steps and whirls. Appeared later on the Carle's ork, almost stopped the show More vocal force is added to the bill his jam -session music. bill in a smart dance number to the with his I'll Get By when the bobby -sock by Butch Stone stepping out of the sax Ben Beni, comic juggler, does his usual tune of Holiday for Strings when he section began whooping it up. He worked section. His characteristic jive chants act to good hand. Tambourine number really showed his versatility as a dancer. to a beg -off. also count for much in the sign -off spot, best of lot, as usual. Nancy Norman, Received very little hand -slapping for Betty Bonney, ork canary, a tall bru- with A Good Man Is Hard to Find and ork's second canary, is a bit off key on his work and would have made a bigger net with a white gown cut down to Slender, Tender and Tall polishing of G. I. Jive, but the cats don't care. Her hit if he were spotted as a single instead here, did well with Is My Baby Blue To- the bill with leg -lifting in the jitterbug specialties, I'm in Love With a Sailor of appearing with the production num- night. Gal's pipes are only so -so but ap- way. Boy and It's Hard to Be Good, are well bers. pearance makes up for 1t. Gordon Drake, the band's romantic received, but latter is a bit risque for The Brickayers, Leonard Gautier's Lee Columba, guitarist, comes down afternoon audience of kids, especially the trained canines, surprised the audience troubadour, is lost in the singing stakes. tricks. front to sing How Blue the Night. Lad's Comes on early and barys in the Sinatra gestures. Nancy and Billy Williams join with their clever work and voice is small and bill has too many manner for The Music Stopped and for some clever lyrics on Love, Love, Love. Dave Barry, emsee impersonator, was vocalists anyway. Smoke Gets in Your Eyes. Kaye's inevitable "So You Want To Lead another show -stopper. Has a good rep- Arthur Blake with take -offs of Frank a Band ?" still big favorite, as kids clam- ertory of different impersonations which Zasu Pitts, Band specialty also goes to drummer factory sounds, Morgan, Ronald Coleman, Bruce gets ored to get up there. Pic, Chip Off the include various defense Bette Davis, FDR and Mrs. Roosevelt boy Dick Shanahan after Miss Old Block. Lower floor three -fourths around the radio dial, how Donald Duck seems miscast. Impression sharpened off. In the least it was appropriate, with full afternoon show despite heavy rain. would sing Mairzy Doats and a good like- when crowd sees Dean Murphy in feature the kids yelping at Miss Bruce to bring Jack Weinberg. ness of F. D. R. and Winchell Churchill. pic doing the same routine. Blake, how- on Gene Krupa, indicating that even Chatter clean and well suited to a family ever, worked to a nice hand. juves read the gossip columns. trade theater. Harry Gourfain's sets and lighting give Two added acts were in high order, also Orpheum, Los Angeles Chaz Chase furnished the comedy spar- the flesh show a handsome frame. Lob - adding comedy content to the running. kle to the show. With the exception of a bies jammed when caught. The Albins, comprising an overly tall (Reviewed Tuesday Afternoon, April 11) strip-tease number which he does exceed- Bill Smith. male and a contrasting half -pint female, Freddie Slack and orchestra have top ingly well, he hasn't changed his routine. are socko with their comedy adagio danc- billing this week, with the King Cole Act has the backing of a smartly pro- ing. For added measure male member Trio taking second honors. Cole group duced production number featuring the rings in a devastating take on Boris Kar- is the drawing card and the only act on paraders and the 14 cuties. loff impersonating Frankenstein singing the bill that really gets applause. Aug- Bill is fast paced and has plenty of like Frank Sinatra. menting acts include Joey Rardin, Three novelty, comedy and flash. Pic, Troca- Chris Cross, with his cowboy dummy (See Orpheum, Los Angeles, on page 32) dero, Jack Baker. and luminous puppets, also scores .heavily with his ventriloquism, enjoying the same reception accorded the top- liners. Screen shows Knickerbocker Holiday. Maurie Orodenker. Olympia, Miami (Reviewed Wednesday Afternoon, April 12) A swell show, with plenty of variety and novelty. Earl Lindsay Girls, eight lovely femmes, open and close and do another number YE PEDRO called Broadway Bits, reviving the old - time favorite dances of the gay '90s. A well- dressed and trained chorus, and well THOSE JOY PAIGE liked. Don Dorsey, single trap act from the Her Piano and Her Delightful circus, does plenty of hair -raising balanc- Song Stories for Grown -Ups ing and swings. Earned a big hand. "BRAZILEAN Back at TOMMY JOY'S, Utica, N. Y. Dot and Dellan, doubling from Club Direction: PHIL SHELLEY 64 E. Lake Street Chicago Bali, have two boxing cats who work in a miniature ring and go three fast NUTS" rounds. A real novelty. Gus Van opened with Hy, Neighbor and went thru a routine of dialect paro- dies and character bits, his stories get- JUST COMPLETED DIFFERENT. UNUSUAL, SOPHISTICATED. ting many laughs. Customers were re- luctant to let Gus go, and he responded for an encore with his own version of IN TECHNOCOLOR MySTIC. CRAIG Paper Doll, a honey. Van proved that time has not dimmed his ability. Joey Adams, emsee, and his partner, Tony Canzoneri, former boxing champ, THEATRES CLUBS HOTELS talked and gagged themselves into a big AT PARAMOUNT Direction. hit. "FUN TIME ROGER E. MURRET Pic, Standing Room Only. Biz good. 137 W. 481h St , N. Y. C. L. T. Berliner. CURRENTLY ST. CHARLES THEATRE AVAILABLE NEW ORLEANS OURRENTLY USO TOUR OVERSEAS BUSTER MILLSAPRIL 22, CLEVELAND DORIS SMART, Now ON use TOUR WEEK APRIL 19, OLYMPIA THEATRE LOU OWENS, MAY 22, MIDWEST BENNY RESH Exclusive Management MIAMI And His Show Band ROLLO S. VEST ENTERPRISES 7th Solid Year at the Bowery, Detroit. 1715 St. Antoine St, Detroit 28, Mich. MANAGEMENT EDDIE SMITH PARAMOUNT BLDG., N. Y. C.

www.americanradiohistory.com 1 28 NIGHT CLUBS -VAUDEVILLE The Billboard April 22, 1944 (Routh ere for current we* Whin ae *me* w, given) Wayne, Shirley (State) NYC, t. Wesson Bros. (Center) Norfolk, Va., t. West, Wally (Carman) Phila, A TRADE t. f,rRv[r ACTS .UNITS 'ATTRACTIONS Whalen, Betty (Latin Quarter) Chi, nc. Adler, Larry (Palmer House) Chi. h. T£ATPRf Whalen, Maurice (Latin Quarter) Chi, nc. Aida (Cinderella) NYC, nc. White, Sammy (Towers) Camden, N. J., t. Akin's, Bill, Continental Four (Indiana) Fort White's, George, Scandals (Albee) Cincin- Wayne, Ind., h. ROUTES nati, t. Alexander, Fulton (White City) Springfield, Expraneriase of Symbols: a-- atditerium; b- ballroom; c -cafe; cb- cabamt; Cie- .country club; Whitson Bros. (Towers) Camden, N. J., t. Dl., cl. cl- cocktail lounge; h- toto(; nc- -night club; p-- amusement park; ro- roadhouse; re-res- Williams, Rosetta (Metropole) NYC, re. Amazing Mr. Ballantine (National) Richmond, taurant; t- theater; NYC -New York City; Phila- Philadelphia; Chi - Chicago. Wilson Trio (Carman) Phila, t. Va., t; (Center) Norfolk 20 -26, t. Winter, Jane (Fifth Ave. Hotel) NYC, no, Amsterdam, Morey (La Martinique) NYC, nc. Winter Sisters, Three (Palace) Cleveland, t. Andre, Rod (Circle Bar) Kankakee, Bl., nc. WKRC Jamboree (Tipp) Tipp City, O., 20; (Brad) Bradford 21; (Logan) Logan 25, Apollon Dave (Latin Quarter) NYC, nc. Felton, Happy (State) NYC, t. Mills, Buster (Cedar Gardens) Cleveland 17- t. Arren ,Si Broderick (Hipp) Baltimore, t. Fields, Sally (Ernie's) NYC, nc. 21, nc. Woods ez Bray (Madrid) Louisville 10 -23, nc. Ashley, Barbara (Lookout House) Covington, Fostaire (Esquire) Norfolk, Va., Wynn, Ruth (Tony Pastor's Uptown) NYC, nc. nc. Mitzy (Colosimo's) Chi, t -re. Wynters & Angeline Ky., ae. Francisco .(Edgewater Beach) Chi, h. Moody, Linda (Glenn Rendezvous) Newport, (Pierre) NYC, h. Albin., The (Earle) Phila, t. Ky., no. Y C Moon, Marlette (Edgewater Beach) Chi, h. B Yeo, Mary Jane (New Yorker) NYC, h. Galante & Leonarda (Statler) Cleveland, h. Morris, Doug: Font Worth, Tex., 17 -19. Young, George (Music Hall) NYC, t. Baker, Jerry (Embassy) NYC, nc. Galli Sisters (Towers) Camden, N. J., t. Morrison, Johnny (Glenn Rendezvous) New- Baker, Zig & Viv (Buffalo) Buffalo, h. Gali -Gali (Earle) Washington. t. port, Ky., nc. Barbary Coast Boys (Tony Pastor's Uptown) Garrett, Betty (La Martinique) NYC, ne. Murphy, Dean (Paramount) NYC, t. ICE ON TOUR NYC. nc. Gaudsmith Bros. (Roxy) NYC, t. Murray, Steve (Tony Pastor's Uptown) NYC, SHOWS Barnett, Chester Bobo (Polack Circus) Sacra- Gautiers Bricklayers (Oriental) Chi, t. ne. Carnival on Ice (Netherland Plaza Hotel) mento, Calif., 17 -22. Gaynor & Ross (LaSalle) Chi, h. Cincinnati, Barry, Dave (Oriental) Chi, t. Gentry, Leroy (Metropole) NYC, re. N Franey's, Dorothy, Iee Time (Adolphus Hotel) Barton & Brady (National) Louisville, t; (Cot- Gifford, Moya (Jimmy Kelly's) NYC, ne. Nance, Ray (Hurricane) NYC, nc. Dallas. ton) Houston 22 -May 13, nc. Gillette & Richards (Edgewater Beach) Chi, h. Nelson Novelletes (Lookout Hause) Covington, Ice -Capades of 1944 (Coliseum) Fort Worth, Belmont Bros. (Palace) Rockford, Ill., t; Glenns, The (Center) Norfolk, Va., Ky., Tex., 17-19; (Auditorium) Los Angeles 28- t. nc. June 6. (Andy's) Minneapolis 24 -May 6, e. Glover & LaMae Belmore, (Hollenden) Cleveland, h. Lamb-Yocum Ice Parade (Ben Franklin Hotel) Barbara (Clover Club) Miami, nc. Gory, Gene, & Roberta (Kitty Davis) Miami o Phila. Bennett, Dave (Dixie) NYC, h. Beach, Fla., nc. O'Keefe. Walter (Capitol) Washington, t. Berry Bros. (Chicago) Chi, t. McGowan & Mack Ice Revue (Wm. Penn Ho- Gray, Bill (Chez Paree) Chi, nc. Overman, Wally (Circle Bar) St. Louis 15 -21, 6. Berl, Ben ( Orpheum) tel) Pittsburgh, until May Minneapolis, t. Green, Al (Club Zebra) NYC, nc. nc. Skating Vanities (roller): (Garden) Boston Betty Jane (Medford) Medford, Ore., 19 -22, t; preen, Harold (Rogers' Corner) NYC, Oxford Boys (Beverly Hills) Newport, Ky., cc. (Grant) Grants Pass 23-26, cl. 17 -23; (R. L Auditorium) Providence 24 -30. t; (Ashland) Stars on Ice (Sonja Henie & Arthur Wirtz) Ashland 26 -27, t. P Betty & Leona (Palmer House) Chi, h. H. (Center Theater) NYC. Biletta Sisters (Hipp) Baltimore, t. Hanneford, George, Family (Olympia Circus, Page, Joe & Nona (Tivoli) Melbourne, Aus- Blair & Dean (State) NYC, t. Stadium) Chi, until May 7. tralia, until May 21, t. Blake, Arthur (Capitol) NYC, t. Harrison & Fisher (Music Hall) NYC, t. Panvini, Grace (Music Hall) NYC, t. Blanche. Jeanne (Tony Pastor's Uptown) Haukane & Lonya (Iceland) NYC, re. Parks, Bernice (Chez Paree) Chi, nc. NIGHT CLUB REVIEW NYC, nc. Hawkins, June (Paris Qui Chante) NYC, nc. Pavells, The (Wivel's) NYC, re. 25) Blue, Betty (400 Club) NYC, ne. Healy, Eunice (Latin Quarter) Chi, nc. Perry, Fraen (Club 78) NYC, nc. (Continued from. page Hearts, Three (Keeney) Elmira, N. Y., t. Pretenders, The (Nicollet) Minneapolis, h. top warbling of Granada. Oh, What a Henning, Pat (RKO- Boston) Boston, t. Princess Chio (Casanova) Detroit, nc. Beautiful Morning with an interlude of Henry. Art & Marie (Moose Club) Erie. Pa., Princess & Willie Hawaiians (The Tropics) 14 -20. Battle Creek, Mich., nc. People Will Say We're in 4 ve brings on Herbert, Jack (Cotton) Houston, nc. rafter- shaking applause. Encores with THE ANGIE BOND TRIO Herzogs, The (State) NYC, t. R Easter Sunday With. You. Gal's a looker AMERICA'S FINEST Girl Instrumental -Vocal Aot. Hildegarde (Palmer House) Chi, h. Raft, Tommy (Brown Derby) Chi, nc. and her exotic appearance goes well in Pers. Rep. Allen Rupert, 461 Audubon Ave., N.Y.O. Howard, Bob (Greenwich Village Inn) NYC, Rand, Wally (Capitol) Washington, t. the spot. Current Booking Aquarium, New York City. nc. Raye, Martha, & Co. (Palace) Cleveland, t. Howard, Eddy (Towers) Cramden, N. J., t. Reeves, Cy (Palace) Columbus, O., t. -Gracie Doyle, pianist, gets off to a slow Hughes, Mary Beth (Palace) Columbus, O., t. Regan, Phil (Center) Norfolk, Va., t. start with her interpretation* of Mairzy Boag. Wally (Hipp) Baltimore, t. Hyde, VIC (Oriental) Chi, t. Remos, Paul (Earle) Washington, t. Doats, a Chinese, and boogie -woogie. Boots & Saddles (State) Allentown, Pa., t. Rester, Harry, Quartet (Rogers' Corner) NYC, la Brisson, Carl (Versailles) NYC, nc. el. Takes Minuet and gives it a Mexican pep- Brown. Evans (Clendening's) Upper Darb7, Richey, Jean (Earl Carroll Theater) Holly- pering by a boogie beat. Next, player Pa.. Jagger, Kenny (Sportsman Club) Indianapolla. cl. Jason, Great (Faust) Peoria, wood. re. piano style, an old music box kn4tat)on Bruce, Carol (Earle) Phila, t. Ill nc. Rich, Adele (LaSalle) Chi, h. and Buckley. Dick (State) NYC, t. Jones, Allan (State) NYC, t. Richman, Harry (Roxy) NYC, t. Irish, tunes with harp effects on the Burton's Birds (Hurricane) NYC, ac. Ring, Ruby (Roosevelt) New Orleans, h. piano. Good for applause. Acts fills in Rio, Terry & Ralph (Keeney) Elmira, N. Y., t. nicely and is good entertainment. C KING OF KOMEDY Ritter, Eileen (Earle) Washington, t. Robert - -- Robert Sisters 8e White (Orpheum) Minneapo- Dennis makes his entrance Cabin Boys (Club de Tour) Chi, nc. ALAN GALE lis, t. singing The Desert Song. Baritoning in Cadmus, Bill, Trio (Aquarium) NYC, re, Roberts, Whitey (Walton Roof) Phila, nc. good style, Dennis follows thru with Canada Lee (State) NYC, t. HOLDING OVet FOR 8 WK. ENGAGEMENT Robinson, Bill (RKO- Boston) Boston, Carlisle, Charlie (Bowery) Detroit, ne. t. Stout -Hearted Men, encoring with Star- SWAN CLUB, PHILADELPHIA Rock & Dean (Walsh's) Pawtucket, R. I., t, re. Carlos; Senor (RICO- Boston) Boston, t. Rollini, Adrian (Rogers' Corner) NYC, cl. dust. Never fully relaxing and going to Carroll, Jane (Fifth Ave. Hotel) NYC, h. Romas, Flying (Police Circus) St. Louis, 16-30. town, Dennis sells the act strictly on his Carroll. Jean (Capitol) Washington, t. Rooney. Ed & Jenny (Hamid- Morton Circus) fine voice. Chase, Chaz (Oriental) Chi, t. Wr(ts Hartford, Conn.; New Haven 23 -29. Chester, Eddie (3 -Ring Circus) NYC, nc. Wire Ross & La Pierre (Diamond Horseshoe) NYC, Gilbert and Lee is a knockabout act Chords, The (Slapsie Maxie's) Hollywood, JOLLY JOYCE ne. with plenty of punch. Miss Lee makes Calif., nc. walnut 4.77 Earle Theater Bldg. Rossini. Paul (Versailles) NYC, nc. apologies for not having a partner to Clark's Hawaiians (Rogers' Corner) NYC. cl. Roy, Don (Lakota's) Milwaukee, re. Cole, Frank & Peggy (Towers) Camden, Walnut seat PHILADELPHIA, PA. Russell, Strawberry, & Julia Davis (Music Box) start when Gilbert, guised as old and N. J., t. Seattle, ne; (Beacon) Vancouver, B. C., decrepit, cornea ouit of the audience to Coley, Worth & Marcia (Center) Norfolk, Can.. 23 -29, t. help. With Miss Lee serving as under- Va., t. Joyce, Jacqueline (El Patio) nc, and (Folies Ryan Twins (Greenwich Village Inn) NYC, no. stand, Gilbert takes over for hand -to- Condos Bros. (Palace) Cleveland, t. Bergere) Mexico City, nc. Cordon & Sawyer (Adams) Newark, N. J., t. Jules & Webb (Mayflower) Akron, O., h. s foot antics. Keeps up a steady banter Cortez, Floret (Te Pee) Miami, nc. Juvelys, The Liicago) Chi, t. that is effective. It's clever comedy and Costello. Jimmy (Helsing's) Chi, cl. St, Claire Sisters & O'Day (Stadium) Chi, acro work and tops Courtney, Diane (]Ruben Bleu) NYO, ne. until May 8. for the anale. Crane, Phil & Mildred (Roosevelt) St. K Savoy, Harry (State) Allentown, Pa., t. Sam. Abbott. Louis, h. swoon's, aria, Musicales (Plains) Cheyenne, Schultz Sisters (Neon) Louisville, ne. Cross, Chris (Earle) Phila, t. Wyo., h. Semen, Primrose (Esquire) Montreal, nc. Cross & Dunn (Chez Paree) Chi, ne. Kaye, Stubby (Hipp) Baltimore, t. Sharon, Nita ( Esouire) Norfolk, Va., ne. Crum, Robert (Blue Angel) NYC, ne. Kimball, Dude (Dixie) NYC, Shirley, Lyn (Paramount) NYC, t. FOLLOW-UP REVIEWS h. Ethel Cugat Çhoir (Paramount) NYC, t. King, 13411 (Showboat) Cleveland, c. Shutta, (Rio Cabana) Chi, nc. (Continued, from page 25) Kraft, Charles (Oriental) Chi, t. Simmons. Hilde (Swan) Phila, no. D Kramer's, Henry, Midgets (Hollywood) Kala- Simms, Ginny (Capitol) NYC, t. Smart showman that he is, he turns Davis, Diane (Camelia House) Chi. h. mazoo, Mich., nc. children in the audience to his account Davis, Eddie (Leon & Eddie's) NYC, nc. and leads the oldsters in community Dawn, Dolly (RKO- Boston) Boston, t. L A dynamic personality it. De Croft, Ann (Astor) Montreal, nc. LaBato, Paddy (Hi Lo) Battle Creek, Mich., nc. singing. They like Delahanty, Irene (Zamboanga) Los Angeles, Lane, Camelia (Palmer House) Chi, h. Diana Corday, handsome brunet nc. Lang & Lee (Hilltop) E. Dubuque, Ill., nc. thrush, does a nifty job with Embrace Me DeMarcos, The (Rory) NYC, t. LaPearl, Harry, Revue (Medford) Medford, HILDE SIMMONS Dennis & Sayers (Pines) Youngstown, O., nc. Ore., 19 -22, t; (Grant) Grants Pass 23 -25, CYCLONE OF SONG and Amour, Amour, Amour, and nets a Denny, Dorothy (New Yorker) NYC, h. t; (Ashland) Ashland 26 -27, t. AT THE BOOGIE PIANO neat reception. Gal appears up near the Dombey, Ken (Puritas Springs Park Rink) Latinos, The (Croninls Circus) Hollywood, currently at SWAN CLUB, PHILADELPHIA head of the bill and is a newcomer to it. Cleveland. p. Calif., 18-28. Pers. Mgt.: JOE GLASER. Alga in the replacement category is Paul Don & Cassandra (Patio) Cincinnati, nc. LaVoie, Don, & Carlotta (Utah Canteen) Salt 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York City Drake, Robert, & Little Jeane (Hi -Lo) Battle Lake City. Rosini, a quiet magico with a likeable Creek, Mich., nc. LaZellas, Aerial (pow She'd) Oklahoma City, floor- working style. Did the egg -and- Draper, Paul (Mayfair Room) Chi, h. nc. Slyder, Prof. (Beverly Hills) Newport, Ky., cc. bag trick and.the douible -hoop- over -tied- Drayson, Danny (Adams) Newark, N. J., t. Lee, Lois (Glenn Rendezvous) Newport, Ky., Smeck, Roy (Palace) Cleveland, t. hands mystifier, in latter using a patron D'Rey. Phil (Bismarck) Chi, h. 7 -20, nc. Smith, Betty Jane (Earle) Washington, t. Duffy, Kathryn, Dancers (Beverly Hills) New- Leolita (LaSalle) Chi, h. Standish, Kay (51 Club) NYC, nc. as stooge. Earned laughs and a good port, Ky., cc. Leopolde, Herman (Blackhawk) Chi, re. Stevens, Al (Greenwich Village Inn) NYC, nc. hand. LeRoy, Hal (Palace) Columbus, O., t. Stone, Justine (400 Restaurant) NYC, nc. E Lucas, Nick (Olvmoia) Miami 19-25, t. Stoner, Percy (3 -Ring Circus) NYC, nc. Jack Blair, Ronnie Cunningham, Larry Emmy, Carlton (Stanley) Pittsburgh, t. Lyon, Bob (Fifth Ave. Hotel) NYC. nc. Stuart, Helen (St. Regis) NYC, h. Douglas and the Ver -Sighs (6) are all English, Ray (Stanley) Pittsburgh, t. Lyon, Ladd (Palmer House) Chi, h. Sumner, Helen (Ivanhoe) Chi, re. that's left, of' the orginal show reviewed Suns, Three (Piccadilly) NYC, h. in The Billboard; issue of February 12. M Swifts, Three (Palace) Cleveland, t. F Sylvia & Christian (Beverly Hills) Newport, P. R. Fears, Peggy (La Vie Parisienne) NYC, nc. McGuire, Marcy (Adams) Newark, N. J., t. Ky., cc. Fellows, (Carman) Phila, t. Mack, Larilyn (Tropic Isle) NYC, nc. Edith Mario & Floria (Palmer House) Chi, h. T Marshall, (Chicago) Jack Chi, t. Tafia (Waldorf -Astoria) NYC, h. Mayer O.O.'s U.S. Show Martingales, The (Lookout House) Covington, Talley, Mona (Lowtse's Monte Carlo) NYC, nc. Night Club and Vaude Routes Ky., nc. NEW YORK, April 15. -Harry Mayer. Maurice & Maryea (Blackhawk) Chi, re. Tanner, Elmo (Helsing's Lounge) Chi, cl. Mayfair, Mitzi (Capitol) NYC, t. Taylor, Hilda (51 Club) NYC, no. 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111 www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard RADIO 29 WEEK RUNS FOR VIDEO RTPB FM Panel (Continued from page 10) a national sponsor. The only way they Five -Way Pick-Up Suggests Band Take can lick this, certain video interest be- 1 lieve, and GE's Gibson is, of course, in NEW YORK, April 15. - Bob PHILADELPHIA, April 15. - 1 the forefront of these, is -by repeating a Ken Roberts as P..Hollingbery new national sales No. Video Channel show so that nearly all the available re- Shepard replaces CHICAGO, April 15. -The muddle of ceivers within reach of the station will spieler on Mutual's Your Date rep for WIP, . . . Harry J. Duffy, allocation of FM wave lengths waa have seen it. This means they can de- With Cugat effective April 26. for 25 years with N. W. Ayer brought one step closer to clarification 100 liver nearly a per cent coverage. Roberts is navy- bound. , . . Lord agency here, joins Grey Advertis- this week at a meeting here of the High - Frequency Panel of the Radio Technical Talent Aspects Halifax, Rear Admiral DeWitt Clin- ing in New York to succeed Maria Planning Board. The confab decided that Besides the commercial side of week ton Ramsey; Joseph C. Grew, ex- J. White as director of media and talent aspects as future FM channels should be located runs there are certain ambassador to Japan; Maj. Gen. time buying. . . . Karolyn Harris, well. Week runs will enable the station in the 40 to 56 megacycle band; now they Bob Hope radio vet of Carnation Milk net are between 40 -50, with educational FM to hire talent on a weekly basis, not on Lewis B. Hershey and outlets nesting in the 40 -42 slot. a per -program basis. It will mean a make return appearances on we, shows, back on the air as narrator In recommending that the FM band living, not a catch -as-catch -can job for People next Sunday (23), of WCAU's G.I. Wife, with Elsie for sta- The be extended, the panel absorbed the No. actors. It will make it possible marking second anniversary on Morris, local freelancer, dramatiz- 1 television channel (50 -56 megs). The tions to have their own "stock com- panel also decided against any definite panies," just as WGY had one of the first air- broadcast front Washington. ing problems presented. grooves for educaiors; they want com- radio stock companies during the diaper Whitford (Nick) Carter, ex -New s mercial and educash FM-ers inter- days of broadcasting. York Times reporter and copy edi- Leslie Joy, KYW general manager, not Gibson's idea to have an en- mingled. Panel also recommended that It is tor, has joined WOR as news edi- will represent the NAB at 48th annual each FM band be 200 kilocycles wide. tire evening's video entertainment re- meet here of the American Academy Recommendations of the panel will be peated. As a matter of fact, only the big tor. . . . Mutual's Hugh Thomp- of Political and Social Science. . . . forwarded to the parent Radio Technical hour show would be on for a week's run. son, baritone on Music for Re- Alex Griffin, WIP- Mutual news com- Planning Board. There they will be con- The other shows, newscasts, sports, membrance, will play the role of mentator, has a set with National Lec- and passed on, in present or musical events, would change from night ture Bureau for extensive speaking sidered Achilles in the forthcoming Broad- changed form, to the FCC, which will to night. There would be features that tour. . WPEN turning over virtually have final word on the proposed allo- would be seen Monday, Wednesday and way musical, Helen Goes to Troy. entire day to its "950 Club," which cations, Friday, and others aired on Tuesday and . . Norman Brokenshire will at- spins the pop platters from 2 to 5 and Meeting was attended by such top- Thursday. He's definitely of the opinion now adds the 9 -12 morning slot.:. . t4 maintain tempt a local air comeback over - will be impossible rankers as O. B. Hanson, NBC v.-p. and that it WBYN beginning Monday (17) Thomas Deren, WHAT announcer, re- chief engineer; G. L. Beer, co- ordinator the killing program pace of sound broad- of a covered from leg injury and back at vision field. A well -known when he broadcasts the first of advanced development engineering for casting in the one -hour, fiáe -a -week chatter plat- the mike. RCA; George Lang, engineer of comic, who has never met Gibson, backed s s s chief ter show. . Mutual's American WGN, Chicago; Walter Damm, president him up nevertheless. The comic pointed time ef- Marie Cornet third gal engineer if it is tough to plan new sock Eagle in Britain changes of FMBI, and Jim Beloungey, chief en- out that fective today. Show, formerly at KYW... , Stoney McLinn, WIP gineer of CBS's Central Division. material every week for ear appeal it is ... sports director, interviewing major next to impossible to think of new physi- aired 5 -5:30 p.m., Saturdays, to be heard now from 7 -7:30 p.m. league ball players at the near -by cal routines every week without landing * * training camps and rush platters Buy Lots of Air In the nuthouse. A comedian might get back for airing as a Batter Up Pix by miking special material that's written Roy Fant, of Broadway's "Chicken Every Sunday, " is doubling as Mr. Wil- series.... Roger W, Clipp, WFIL in his style without too much rehearsal. prez, elected to board of directors In Phil.ly for Plugs stage- business isn't something that loughby in "The Goldbergs." . . Pat -but Ryan as Wright in "Now of local convention and tourist PHILADELPHIA, April the can be memorized in a few hours. Visual cast Nancy 15.-On and Forever." . . . Ted Osborne now bureau.... Dixie Humming Birds, heels of the picture companies buying routines takes hours and hours of patient formerly the Jericho Singers on work not only on the part of the star in cast of "Joyce Jordan, M.D." . local air time to plug the new movie John Newhouse, ex- WFILer and for- WOAU, will take the Mutual net openings, Warner Bros: Theater Circuit, but on the part of all the stooges that go with Joe Frasetto's band at WIP, to make the star click. A new sock merly program director WSRR, Stam- operating all the first -run cinema tern - ford, Conn., newest addition to WOR starting next Sunday (23). Is comedy television show can't be done pies here, conditioning its ad budget announcing staff, replacing George WPEN programing weather reports to time buying. Warner circuit, faced week after week unless, and this sug- for first time. with increasingly tight newspaper space gestion has been made by a producer of Willard, upped to night supervisor.... musical comedies, the comedian is only Katharine Hepburn to guestar May 10 for its ads, made its first large -scale buy edition of "Arthur Hopkins Presents" DETROIT, April 15. Andrew KYW, station breaks part of the show, 1. e., has one or two - on purchasing five . . (Freddie) Friendenthal black at Cover spots of about three minutes each in a featuring "Philadelphia Story." to belly opening of Girl and four Hugh B. manager CBS Denver WJR as chief control engineer one -minute announcements for Broad- musical revue. The day, claims this pro- Terry, air -star comedian domi- KLZ, in town for 10 days. after three -month hiatus on Coast way Rhythm over a three -day period, and ducer, of the * s supervising installation of equip- between April 16 and 30 will use five nating an entire half hour will be over, Mutual's new soldier quiz- sllow, ment at KMPC, Los Angeles. . quarter -hour periods to plug The Ad- come video. Margaret Pratt, traffic at ventures of Mark Twain. While time will have to prove or dis- It's Miami Beach Time, skedded manager CKLW, hospitalized. . . Grace In addition, KYW grabbed off a 52- prove the contentions of the producer to debut the 16th, temporarily have to say canceled.... Radio Reports, Inc., Sabbath, newest addition to con- week renewal from Paramount Pictures and the comic, what they room staff CKLW, upped calling for two spots weekly. bolsters up GE's Gibson's idea of runs adding to office space, due to in- trol at from switchboard operator. , . . WCAU, which also figures prominently for shows. creased business brought about by 1. Bud director of opera- in air sales to the movie companies, has The future of television may well be- addition to duties, e., checking Mitchell, been selected by RKO to handle the "one-a-day" for those stars who yenned spot radio advertising, recently tions for WJR, recently elected radio campaign in connection with the not too many years ago for "two -a- day." undertaken.... Helen Hayes first prexy of new Center Exchange world preem here of Days of Glory. "Two -a -day" at the Keith Palace. to sign new guest register for CBS Club, local service organization. Stage Door Canteen.... First reg- . . . WWJ has added Bob Conrad, ister was auctioned for $12,500 army medical dischargee, formerly during Fourth War Loan Drive. with WEXL, Royal Oak, Mich., Radio Reviews 'Constanitine Bralaleinikoftj, and Gordon Kibby, ex -WLAV, RICO musical director, now waving Grand Rapids, Mich., to its an- baton on NBC's Your Date With nouncing staff. Judy. . Dell Peters, radio p. r., Irving McDonald Primer on Corwin takes over new duties effective im- HOLLYWOOD, April 15. - Ben mediately as Eastern rep for Henri, Pollack looking very happy after Reviewed Sunday (9) , 12:15 -12:30 Reviewed Wednesday, 8 -8:30 p.m., Hurst & McDonald, Chicago. . listening to playback of new pack- p.m. Style -News commentary. Spon- EWT. Style- Satire. Sustaining on Jerry Wayne Doubles into Loew's age featuring Hal Derwin and sor-Boit, Dalton £r Church. Station- WNEW (New York). State next week, beginning Carol Matthews.... John Elwood, WEEI, Boston. Wednesday (19). . Lon Clark, San Francisco manager for NBC, The idea behind the program, i. e., a announcer on Dunninger, is Nick training home after confab with The sane, well -balanced news com- primer about Norman Corwin, was okay. Carter in series of that name... . Sidney Strotz. . Lucian Curtis mentaries of Irving T. McDonald over After all, when a guy uses the ABC tech- Karl Swensen, charter player in Davis, formerly of KNX -CBS pro- WEEI (CBS outlet here) are a far cry nique, as Corwin did, on radio and films, Mr. District Attorney, has impor- duction and commercial editing from the frantic, sometimes hysterical it sounds good to measure him by his part in forthcoming Broad- departments, now a private first any tant soothsayings of the average radio col- own alphabetical yardstick. But such way play, A Highland Fling. , . class in marine corps. . . Leo umnist. The tenor of McDonald's spon- application must top the output of the Songwriters are seeking permission Cleary and Forest Lewis in new sorship, Boit, Dalton & Church, conserv- one being needled. to use the title of radio's We Who Press Club airer. , . . Carlos ative insurance brokers and counselors, And that's where the Corwin rib col- Dream for a Tin Pan Alley pic. Guiterrez -Riano joining Jack Run - is indicative of his soundness. lapsed. It just never sparkled. It was yon's staff at the Office of Co- strictly copy. It was, by He is heard regularly on this Sunday a carbon com- CHICAGO, April 17. - Red Ordinator of Inter -American Af- parison, a novice matching words and Grange, ex- football star, has agreed fairs. He was formerly radio di- spot in addition to three weekly shots at an expert. when Corwin 6 pm. McDonald has spent a lifetime wits with Thus to act as moderator on WBBM's rector of a station in Bogota, Co- world af- waxes satirical only his thoughts, his new juvenile anti -delinquency pro- lombia.... Jimmy Mundy in town indulging a hobby of study in Where WNEW fairs. As librarian at Holy Cross, where meanings, are satirical. gram slated to, hit the air next to turn out some quickie arrange- he also taught English literature, coached went off was in having the cast, the pro- week.... WMAQ, oldest station in ments before his furlough is up ample duction and even the music-at least I city, celebrated 22d anniversary and he has to return to camp. dramatics and wrote verse, he had hope it was purposely blowing sour opportunity to extend his studies. His -off this week. . . . Open House With Jim Jordan (Fibber McGee) hold- approach is that of the scholar, but he the beam. This coupled with a satirical Johnnie Neblett, heard locally on ing up production on his new never becomes pedantic. script was just too much. WGN for two years, now aired on film, Heavenly Days, at RKO, due Satire must be smart, subtle and Coast -to -Coast Mutual net. . to slight relapse of pneumonia. Rather than a speculative analysis of shrewd. WNEW's program-even to the s s world affairs, he presents an informed Violet Kmety, program head of title, "Priming the prime primer or it's Zenith's FM station, WWZR, in Charlie Kantor, Finnegan in "Duffy's discussion which often is more enlight- Corwin's turn to burn" -was anything ening. This is not to imply that his New York for FMBI meeting... . Tavern," has been signed for film ver- but smart, subtle and shrewd. George Gilbert, formerly in the sion of show by Paramount.... Felix work is dull: It simply is not artificially Nevertheless the station; the producer, primed. communications department, has Mills has ork of 55 members and 16- Ted Cott, and the writer, Milton Robert- been promoted to post of assistant voice chorus lined up for audition at On the show caught, he reviewed the son, rate applause for the try. Consider- night manager for NBC Central Di- NBC for summer sale. . Lum and week's events in the Pacific, Burma, Rus- ing their handicaps they did a worth- vision.... Percy Faith, Carnation Abner film winding up May 20, so sia, the Balkans and Italy, with side ex- while job. If more stations would try Contented Hour maestro, has signed Norris Goff (Abner) can report to cursions into recent diplomatic develop- their hand at this sort of thing radio's to do recordings for Decca. armed forces on that date. . . Bill ments. He pulled no punches in criti- local programs would be better. Harry Elders newly cast in role of Goodwin getting up an album of can- cising the "too little and too late" Lou Frankel. Jeffery Powell on Ma Perkins serial. did shots of Hollywood celebs which policy in Burma and the disappointing Kay Campbell now cast as he will send to friends in the service. action in Italy. Throut, he maintained talking about. Presentation was clear, S heryl Brooks in NBC soap opera, . Emerson Foote reporting for in- a clear identification of the subject, so unhurried and confident, tho a trifle Helpmate. duction. the listener always knew what he was pompous. Bill Riley.

www.americanradiohistory.com 30 The Billboard LEGITIMATE April 22, 1944 Communications to 1 564 Broadway, New York 19, N Y. Pasadena To Do BROADWAY OPENINGS Show -Hungry THE SEARCHING WIND -BUT NOT GOODBYE 7 Cohan Plays (Opened Wednesday, April 12, 1944) (Opened Tuesday, April 11, 1944) Detroit Getting FULTON THEATER 48TH STREET THEATER PASADENA, Calif., April 15. Tenth annual Drama Festival of the Pasadena- A drama by Lillian Hellman. Directed by Her- A comedy by George Seaton. Staged by Rich- man Shumlin. Settings by Howard Bay. ard Whorf. Setting design by Richard Whorf. New Theater Community Playhouse, skedded from Costumes by Aline Bernstein. General man- General manager, John Pollock. Stage man- June 15 to August 27, will be dedicated to ager, Kermit Bloomgarden. Stage manager, ager, William McFadden. Press representa- DETROIT, April 15.-Construction of the memory of George M. Cohan. Ex- B. D. Kranz; Press Representatives, Richard tives, Bernard Simon and Maurice Turet. a new 1,200 -seat theater, the first to be hibits and lectures about America's be- Maney and Peggy Phillips. Presented by Presented by John Golden in association with erected in Michigan in two years, was loved song-and -dance man will be in- Herman Shumlin. Harry Joe Brown. announced this week by the W. S. Butter- terspersed with the presentation of seven Moses Taney Dudley Digges Sam Griggs Harry Carey field Circuit. New house, as yet un- Cohan plays. Samuel Hazen Montgomery Clift Howard Baker Wendell Corey named, will be located at the Willow Run The plays which will run a week apiece Ponefte Alfred Hesse Amy Griggs Elizabeth Patterson town-site center and designed primarily include: Forty -Five Minutes From Broad- Sophronia Mercedes Gilbert Jennifer Griggs Sylvia Field Emily Hazen Cornelia Otis Skinner rom Carter Frank Wilcox to serve the thousands of war workers way, A Prince There Was, Get Rich. Quick Alexander Hazen Dennis King Ralph Humphrey ...... , Hal K. Dawson at the Ford bomber plant who are housed Wallingford, Pigeons and People, Hit the Catherine Bowman Barbara O'Neil Jimmie Griggs John Conway near by. Trail Holliday, Seven. Keys to Baldpate 1st Waiter Edgar Andrews Dr. Wilson Raymond Largay Anouncement follows closely on the and The Song and Dance Man. 2d Waiter Joseph de Santis Benjamin Griggs J. Pat O'Malley release of information on con- Hotel Manager Walter Kohler Rev. Pritchard Harold McGee theater Eppler William F. Schoeller struction needs by the Office of Civilian Edward Halsey Eric Latham George Seaton, who has done good pix- Requirements, showing this center as the Legit James Sears Eugene Earl scripting, comes up for his first Broad- nation's No. 1 area in recreational needs. Philly Going Count Max von Stammer Arnold Korff way try with a fantasy about ghosts. New theater is being erected as a There will likely be divergence of opinion government project and will be rushed to What Lillian Hellman feels, she feels about it, because some Full Blast; Summer intensely her people expect an completion for opening in about 60 days. -and resulting forthright up -to -date ghost yarn to have the sophis- It will be equipped to handle stageshows and grim words have impact. In The ticated, metaphysical pyrotechnics of as suitable attractions are available, Biz Outlook Okay Searching Wind once more she speaks her Blithe Spirit. -But Not Goodbye isn't but will probably operate on a motion mind, and to the point. like It is a simple, sentimental PHILADELPHIA, April 15. Home- Audiencewise, her latest effort lacks that. picture policy. stretch of 1943-'44 legit season - local comedy about nice people -with some- finds the warmth and sympathy of Watch on thing of the quality of Outward Bound theaters getting fresh wind instead of the Rhine. Rhine was a saga of heroic, petering, with indications there will and much more of On Borrowed Time. that simple people battling brute force. It There were a lot of people who liked Music Box be little or no summer hiatus. Week had guts and heart -pull. Wind is an Coast found four instead of the usual those two, and the same kind are going to three angry, bitter indictment of the appeasers like Goodbye. It is ingratiating and legit temples in full swing, William Gold - -not only the present day ones, but of Saved for Legit man's Erlanger Theater, offering legit amusing -the best thing to reach a Stem on the blinker-wearers as far back as 1922 - stage via a Hollywood in a catch -as -catch -can basis, reopening who allowed that force to grow hydra - typewriter a HOLLYWOOD, April 15.-Flesh out- with Porgy and Bess. long time. look here improved somewhat this week Shubert interests headed. Wind does not duplicate her Goodbye operate the three regular legit houses Rhine achievement. Make no mistake, plots an amusing idea-about with announcement that a deal had been with the Locust Street Theater bringing a father who sticks around after kicking - made to keep Hollywood Music Box The- however, Herman Shumlin and Lillian off to get a back Arsenic and Old Lace, Walnut Street Hellman have another hit on their hands. his family out of jam -with ater legit, instead of turning it into a Theater offering an assist from the jocular shade of his grind picture house as originally in- Janie, and the Forrest The focus of Miss Hellman's arraign- own Theater keeping Rasalinda until the end ment is once more an American family. father, a two -fisted gent who has tended. Theater skeds Meet the People of the month for a six -week stay. This time been quite a guy in his time. Sam of 1944 as first attraction under new set- the assemblage consists of an Griggs, alive in the first act, has nothing up, Yours which been Advance bookings are heavy. May 1 ex- newspaper tycoon; his when for Fun, has wealthy daugh- to worry about but his angina pectoris. playing for the past four months, goes returns Blithe Spirit to the Walnut and ter; her diplomat husband; their wounded But The Family Carnovsky back the same day son, and a lady with whom the diplomat Sam Griggs, dead in the second and on the road. to the Forrest for one week. Forrest third, has plenty on his mind -what with Purchase of the theater by Principal con- has been having a sporadic affair thru the family savings real tinues on May 8 with Katherine Cornell the years. The wife asks the other woman sunk in a estate Pictures was announced sometime ago, in Lovers and Friends. Locust has deal that nobody knows about but a and original deal called for operation by Ethel to dinner for the purpose of squaring the land pal, Barrymore for another call -back in The triangle. The son sits in on the geometry -crazy a sweet wife who will Fox West Coast. Current flesh set -up Corn Is Green. seminar, and during the mutual airing have to take in boarders, a son Who will gives Hollywood two first -rate legit Indications have to give up a career of a shipwright, houses. Other theater is El Capitan, are that the Forrest, an air - of suppressed emotions gets a post- and conditioned house, will carry on thru the graduate course in family background. a nice daughter who will have to where Ken Hurray's Blackouts is in its summer, already inking in the preem of break her engagement and stay home with second year. Via, flashbacks to post -World -War -I ma. Pa can't go away with grandpa The Stovepipe Hat, new musical, on June years in Rome, Berlin and Paris, the and 5. Bucks County Playhouse, presenting leave them in the mess he's cooked up. boy learns that his grandfather was con- He's got by. Grandfather Griggs, legit in the ballroom of the Bellevue - tent to throw up the sponge, when he to stand Stratford Hotel, with guesters heading because he finds them a kindly, unselfish Philly Adds Opera a couldn't print the truth; that his father lot, stays, stock summer cast, has set June 18 as the who was in a position to see the writing too. opening date. on the wall was equally ready to com- It takes quite a bit of grandpa's pull To Summer Music promise with the future; and that his with someone higher up to iron out the mother friend dilemma. But as he explains, he rates PHILADELPHIA, April 15. -- Negotia- was the of international an occasional favor. He's good for any- tions now in progress will, if successful, DRAMATIC AND crooks and schemers. thing cloud establish MUSICAL Their aggregate bungling doesn't from a healthy -burst to a a season of light opera in the (boutes are for eurent week when no add bolt of lightning, the last being good for Academy of Music during the late spring dates are given) up to much in the opinion of a lad who a laugh finale. and summer. Will compliment the out- is about to lose a leg as part- payment Seaton has been smart in his scripting. door symphony concerts at Robin Hood Abie's Irish Rose (Studebaker) Chi. on account of their stupidity-and he There is no fishing for belly -laughs. Dell and ambitious summer legit plans Abie's Irish Rose (Lyric) Vancouver, B. C., tells them so roundly in a final scene Can. Goodbye humor is geared to chuckles, but now under way to make for a big theat- which is top -notch Hellman. He doesn't they come close together and there are rical season this summer here. Arsenic and Old Lace (Locust St.) Phila. begrudge his leg, but he wants the loss honest Barrymore, Ethel, in Corn Is Green (National) to mean something beside a preface to several guffaws. There are some Washington. throat -tightening spots, too, but there's another worldscape for the schemes and almost always Blithe Spirit (Victory) Dayton, O., 18 -19; swindles of international phonies. a comic nip -up to ease the Small Bids for Big Names; (Cox) Cincinnati 20-22. is tension and keep matters out of the Blossom Time Wind absorbing, but as Miss Hell- sticky groove. -all Second Heads (Metropolitan) Seattle. man becomes increasingly concerned with It's an over job of good Unit East Blossom Time (Blackstone) Chi. international affairs, the personal problem writing, excellent character drawing, and Connecticut Yankee (Colonial) Boston. catches an atmosphere of homely good- NEW YORK, April 15. -Paul Small's of the triangle which is the essence of will that will have a definite appeal. unit, Your's for Fun, headed by Billy Dante (Ford) Baltimore. her story seems puny in the glare of the Hanna and Eddie Decision (Copley) Boston. Appeal also stems from the efforts of a Garr, heads east after events in which it moves. This may be fine lot of players. John Golden and filling the Los Angeles Orpheum date. Doughgirls (Shubert Lafayette) Detroit. done with definite aim at contrast. But Package may play Loew's State middle of Dream With Music (Shubert) Boston. Harry Joe Brown haven't spared on the at all events, the emotional bickerings production. The cast has been picked May if date is available. Gilbert Es Sullivan Operas (Court Sq.) Spring- of the three take an unconscionable time field, Mass., 19; (Academy of Music) North- with care, and is smoothly directed by For Small's second unit set for an Au- ampton 20; (Memorial Aud.) Worcester 21- in the unraveling. And become slightly Richard Whorf. The latter has likewise gust opening on the Coast a large list of 22. boring in the process. Also, it is evident concocted a New England living room name acts are now being sought. Among Good Night Ladies (Hartman) Columbus, O. that Herman Shumlin has approached set, which is a credit to the proceedings. them are Lou Holtz, the De Marcos, Highland Fling (Shubert) New Haven, Conn., the direction chore with something like Harry Carey is a natural for the blunt Marion Hutton, Carol Bruce and Sophie 20 -22. reverence so that Wind moves for the and honest Sam Griggs, and J. Pat Tucker. If the vaude unit clicks it will Janie (Walnut) Phila. most part with majestic and decorous O'Malley is a wow in his first Stem ap- head east. Janie (Erlanger) Buffalo. dignity. The trio go about like tensed - pearance. Seaton has hung most of the Junior Miss (Nixon) Pittsburgh. up springs and seldom uncoil. laugh assignments on his ghost with a Kiss and Tell (Harris) Chi. However, that's the way Hellman and Lancashire accent, and O'Malley han- "Jr. Miss" 12G in Balt. Kiss and Tell (Auditorium) Laramie, Wyo., Shumlin have made them, and in spite dles them in top form. Elizabeth Pat- 20; (Broadway) Denver 21 -22. of it there are frequently eloquent per - (The Searching Wind on opposite page) ( -But Not Goodbye on opposite page) BALTIMORE, April 17.- Junior Miss Kiss and Tell (American) St. Louis. made a second appearance at Ford's Life With Father (Biltmore) Los Angeles. Theater in something over six months Oklahoma (Erlanger) Chi. Pfeiffer Setting Two and the third in a year. Week's stop Rebecca (Selwyn) Chi. ending Saturday (15) grossed a hefty Rosalinda (Forrest) Phila. Latin Ice Planned On Road; One in Chicago $12,000. San Carlo Opera Co.: Dayton, O., 19; (Masonic Press excellent, with special palms to Temple) Detroit 20-23; (Center) New York MEXICO CITY, April 15. CHICAGO, April 15.- Julius Pfeiffer, -An who with Danny Goldberg is currently leads Lois Wilson, Eddie Nugent and 26. ice palace is being planned for Patricia Peardon. Something for the Boys (Cass) Detroit. Mexico City. Plans being readied sponsoring Unexpected Honeymoon at Sons o' Fun (Curran) San Francisco. by Fernando L. Rodriguez, broth- the Great Northern Theater, brings in Student Prince (Auditorium) Oakland, Calif.. er of the ex- president. Rodriguez the Thomas Job psycho- thriller, Uncle 18 -20; (High School Aud.) Stockton 21; figures current wide -open spend- Harry, which had a year's run in New Kavanagh Replaces Munro (Memorial Aud.) Fresno 22. ing spree plus influx of rich York, Saturday (29). Unexpected Honey- Tobacco Road (Colonial) Utica, N. Y., 17 -19; Americans and Latins will make moon closes a run of 17 weeks Thursday NEW YORK, April 17.-Mike Kavanagh (Erie) Schenectady 20 -22. venture a smash. Attempt will (27) and is being booked for a road tour. leaves today to take over management Tomorrow the World (Fischer) Danville, be made to bring Sonja Henle Maid in the Ozarks, which had a short of Shubert theaters in the Hub. He 19; (Coliseum) Evansville, Ind., 20; (Me- road after a of 62 weeks at the will replace A. G. Munro, for many years Aud.) Louisville 21 -22. here. trek run morial Great Northern, is being readied by Pfeif- Shubert's Boston general manager, who Three's a Family (State) Kalamazoo, Mich., is 19; (English) Indianapolis 20 -22. fer for another tour. on leave due to illness.

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TRADE SIRVCE r£ATURE BROADWAY. SHOWLOG The World s Foremost Amusement Performance Thru April 15 Weekly H. Donaldson Opened Perfs. Opened Perfs. Founded in 1894 by W. President and Treasurer Dramas Public Relations 4- 6, '44 12 Follow the Girls 4- 8, '44 9 E. W. Evans, R. S. Littleford Jr., Vice- President Opened Perfs. (Mansfield) ( Century) Practically a top scorer with the crix W. D. Littleford, Secretary Angel Street (Golden) .. 12- 5,'41 997 Between $3,000 and $4,000 claimed Nichols e However, two -for -one at 94 per cent. Yes: Lewis for week. (Times), Howard Barnes (Herald - Joseph Csida, Eastern General Manager Arsenic and Old Lace... 1- 10,'41 1,373 pitch Thursday 113) is hoped started Tribune), Robert Coleman (Mirror), C. J. Latscha, Advertising Manager ( Hudson) to juice the b. o. Expect to give it Ward Morehouse (Sun), Wilella Wal- B. A. Bruns, Circulation Manager at least another two -week trial. s -But Not Goodbye.... 4- 11,'44 7 dorf (Post), Burton Rascoe (World - (48th Street) Telegram), John Chapman (News), EDITORS: Claude R. Ellis, Walter W. Hurd, Ramshackle Inn (Royale) 1- 5,'44 118 Traube (on leave Drew mixed press for a score of 44 Louis Kronenberger (PM). No opin- Joseph M. Koehler, Leonard Harlan Briggs returns to his original ion: Robert Garland (Journal- Ameri- to the Armed Forces). per cent. Yes: Burton Rascoe (World - role of constable Monday (24). Re- Garland (Journal - can). Hit around 40 G's for week EXECUTIVE NEWS EDITOR-William J. Sachs. Telegram), Robert places William Nunn. American), Robert Coleman (Mirror), with advance sale to June 30 going Lou Frankel, Robert into next week. Monday (17), ASSOCIATE EDITORS: John Chapman (News). No: Ward Searching Wind, The... 4- 12,'44 6 effect Francis, Nat Green, Paul Ross, Carroll York Savings Bank will present Morehouse (Sun), Wile lla Waldorf (Fulton) New Vetterick. Lewis Nichols (Times), How- check to Gertrude Niesen for $1,000- (Post), Polled a score of 89 per cent with the ard Barnes (Herald -Tribune), Louis 000, proceeds of War Bond sales OFFICES: Brix. Yes: Howard Barnes ( Herald - which she brought in. She will turn Publication Office: 25 -27 Opera Place, Kronenberger (PM) . Reported take Tribune), Lewis Nichols (Times(, $6000 to $6,500 for first seven per- it over to Mr. Morgenthau. Jackie Cincinnati 1, O. Phone: MAin 5306. Ward Morehouse (Sun), Walter Win - Gleason's billing has been upped to New York -Joseph Csida, Manager, 1564 formances with considerable late - chell (Mirror), John Chapman (News), week build. Harry Carey would like par with Dina Baronova and Frank Broadway, New York 19, N. Y. MEdallion Louis Kronenberger (PM) , Robert Gar- who crashed his dressing Parker. 3 -1615. the thief, land (Journal American), Burton Ras - Reuter, Manager, 155 room on preem night and got away Chicago -Maynard coe (World -Telegram). No: Wilella Mexican Hayride 1 -28, '44 101 No. Clark Street, Chicago 1, III. CENtral with his wallet and watch, to know Waldorf (Post). Tabbed $14,500 for (Winter Garden) that he doesn't begrudge the $70 loot. 8480. first five performances. B. Joerling, Manager, 390 But the watch is an heirloom and he'd Harry Levant returned to the baton St. Louis -F. Arcade Bldg., St. Louis 1, Mo. CHestnut like it back. Monday (10) after prolonged illness. Three's a Family 5- 5,'43 400 Mike Todd back Friday (14). With 0443. (Longacre) Bobby Clark he attends Lambs' Club Hollywood -Sam Abbott, Manager, Room Chicken Every Sunday.. 4- 5,'44 13 28, (Miller's) Celebrated 400 performance milestone activities night, Saturday (15). George 218, 1509 Vine Street, Hollywood with a backstage baby party, Friday Givot will emsee. Arthur Mayberry, Calif. H011ywood 1866. Youngster, Guy Stockwell, left for (141. Guests were 42 kids, each re- stage manager, will make his acting Philadelphia -7222 Lamport Road, Philadel- pic job Thursday (12). Hollywood lated to somebody in the show. All debut in "Pick -Up Girl." Wilbur phia, Pa. MAdison 6895. Ted Rose replaced him. Company House, were ice -creamed and gifted. Una Evans solos with Rochester Symphony England -Edward Graves, Cromwell long on air -casters, Anne Thomas 1. with Merkel judged on "Swingshift Frolic" Sunday (30). Fulwood Place, London, W. C. on "Easy Aces" (Blue), Roy Fant in program (WJZ) Friday (14). Australia-Kevin Brennan, City Tattersall'a the "Goldbergs" (NBC) and audition- 198 Pitt Street, Sydney. Oklahoma! (St. James) . 3- 31,'43 447 Building, ing for role of Papa Yocum in "Lit' Tomorrow the World 4- 14,'43 423 per agate Betty Gard and husband, Frank Len- ADVERTISING RATES: Sixty cents Abner" transcriptions, and Hope Emer- ( Barrymore ) line; $8.40 per column inch; Full Page, son guesting on Milton Berle program non, have skipped town while she Finished 2d year on Stem Friday (141. forward- $420; Half Page, $210; Quarter Page, (Blue) and on Adrienne Ames's seg recuperates from illness. No display advertisement measuring Celebrated with cast party at Sherry's. ing address. Howard Da Silva leaves $105. No over WHN. Strong biz and a Chi Joyce van Patten missed performance less than 10 lines accepted. company already being talked -up. Saturday (22) for Coast date with Monday (10). In Chi for screen test Paramount. No replacement set. Member of Audit Bureau of Circulations for United Artists. Dickie Tyler, kid Decision (Ambassador) .. 2- 2,'44 87 Bob Kennedy leaves cast early May CIRCULATION RATES: Twenty -five cents per lead in Chi troupe, tested at same in Gaumont's all newsstands. Subscrip- closes for lead Irving "Stove- single copy on Newly launched road company time. Lester Cowan wants them for Jane honor - six months $7.50 per year, Boston Saturday (151. Drum- pipe Hat." Betty Watson tions: $4 for in screening of "Tomorrow." Johanna Red dance by R. H. for two years, $16.50 for three in town. guested at Cross $12.50 beater Howard Newman back Douglas has replaced Lulu Mae Hub- Macy employees, 17th Regiment years. Rates in foreign countries or to Paul Anderson understudies John De- bard in Chi cast. Latter in hospital Armory, Saturday (15). Resolution men in the Armed Forces on request. Shay in N. Y. company. for minor operation. naming title song "Oklahoma" as the Doughgirls, The 12 -30, '42 548 Two Mrs. Carrells, The. 8- 3, '43 296 official State song was readied for submission Friday (141 to the Okla- (Lyceum) ( Booth ) homa State Legislature. State does 1r.cvn4ZlK.,mn, 19 Jacobowsky and the Victory Jory will shortly take over a not have an official chant, Governor one emsee on Colonel (Martin Beck) . 3- 14,'44 39 -shot chore "Double or Robert S. Kerr told reporters: "Okla- Nothing." He is currently recording Annabella guested on Kate Smith Hour homa could feel proud to adopt it as scenes from various shows for platters its own." Friday (14). Saturday (15), presents plugging Community Chest Drive. new flag for Greater New York Fund THE SEARCHING WIND One Touch of Venus ...10- 7,'43 223 Drive to hizzoner at City Hall. Mon- Voice of the Turtle, The. 12- 8,'43 150 page) guests on Louis Sobel's air - 146th St.) (Continued from opposite day (17), I Moroscol seg. "Jake" strong as ever with ca- Kenny Baker guests on Coca -Çola air formances by Cornelia Otis Skinner and pacity biz around $21,000. Margaret Sullavan and Elliott Nugent show Sunday (23). Paula Lawrence wife and husband. both profiled in current Theater Arts Dennis King, as the out with laryngitis, Wednesday (12) Barbara O'Neil brings great dignity to the Kiss and Tell (Biltmore) . 3 -17, '43 459 mag. Stage manager William Rich- thru Thursday (131. Jane Hoffman ardson is understudy for Nugent. had to take over for her on moment's second fern side of the triangle. Dudley Dudley Thomas took over for Robert Mary Dixon performs same chore for notice. The Teddy Harts, who are Digges rates a vote of thanks for another Schenk Jr. Monday (10). Youngsters Audrey Christie. Stage Relief Benefit bassinetting in August, have stepped delightful portrait -the grandfather. It will alternate in part hereafter, prob- performance Sunday (16). from a 3 to a 10 room apartment. is practically flawless. A bow also is due ably on weekly basis. Joan Caulfield Teddy must figure he's Papa Dionne. was a hostess at Yankee -Giants Red to young Montgomery Clift for a poised Wallflower (Corti ' 1- 26,'44 94 Cross Benefit Thursday (13). and moving performance of the be- Sunny O'Dea queens it Saturday (151 Stars on Ice, 2d edition.. 6 -24, '43 401 to (Center) wildered young G.I., and another Life With Father 11- 8,'39 1,867 at New York University Senior Ball Arnold Korff for a top character -bit con- (Empire) at Hotel Delmonico. Stage manager, Closes Sunday (161 with a run of 403 Nazi diplomat. Jack Daniels, is directing Ewing -Elkins performances. First edition ran 427 tribution as an elderly Pamela Gillespie goes into ingenue "Hickory Stick." for a total of 830 blade fiestas. New There are sharp and canny vignettes in lead Monday replacing Carol (17), spec to be readied by mid -June will lesser roles played by a completely com- Wheeler. Lassie Moores takes over Winged Vktory 11-20, '43 172 be titled "Hats Off to Ice." petent cast. "Delia" chore Monday 124), and be- (44th Street) comes Gillespie understudy. Coin Ziegfeld Follies, 4- 1,'43 444 General shake -up in b. -o. staff. Sgt. The... With a bit of properly scripted background, spurt to $16,500 for holiday week, ( Imperial) previous. Road George Hanly, show treasurer, who the last scene would make a terrific spot for upsy of 4 G's over Ryan from Texas previously held down a similar chore Sue out with cold Tuesday (11) an air -show. It is poignant, and packs power troupe jumps to Coast thru Thursday (13). Nina Olivette Monday Final week of for "This Is the Army" has been re- as at the Fulton it would (17). South- subbed. Milton Berle sponsor "Same and impact. Played west one -nighters took in over $19; turned to duty at his base. Because have air -listeners on the edges of their chairs. of his exit both of his assistants, Pvts. Time Next Week," in rehearsal, Mon- 000. day 110), under direction Franklin Lex Conlin and Barney Bowman, asked is in detail as to be relieved and returned to base Heller, Paul and Grace Hartman head Over -all, Wind as perfect Lovers and Friends 11-29, '43 158 can make it. Shumlin (Plymouth) duty. All were men with two years cast. care and planning of b. -o. experience. Shift puts it up has given it gemlike production. Howard C. has optioned Andrew (Revivals) John Wilson to Pvt. Cordon Cramer and two green are splendid. The cast is Rosenthal's script, "Fifty- Fifty." In- Bay's four sets assistants on the racks with a Cherry Orchard, The... 1 -25, '44 106 tends fall production. tix lush with talent. The writing is top - madhouse advance sale coming up for (National) drawer craftsmanship. If it fails to stir "Victory" tour. Closes Saturday (15) Mrs. January and Mr. Ex. 3- 31,'44 18 like Rhine, there is still no doubt that (Belasco) Merry Widow, The 8- 4, '43 297 the Fulton will be full -up for months to Nicholas Joy guested by Ethel Colby, Musicals (Majestic) come. Bob Francis. on WMCA, Wednesday (12). Billie Forty -Fourth Street reports have Jan Burke ditto by Mary Margaret Mc- Carmen Jones 12- 2, '43 157 Kiepura feuding with ork leader Van Bride (NBC) Friday (14). Profitable (Broadway) Grove. Kiepura out Thursday (131, -BUT NOT GOODBYE biz with week's take clocked around Carmencita Romero, dancer, joined mat and eve. Donald Gage subbed. $13,000. company Monday (10). Richard Lisette Verea out Wednesday 1121, (Continued from opposite page) in. James, dancer, left Tuesday (1 1 1 for Renee Rochelle filled Melville terson as the mother of the household, Only the Heart (Bijou) .. 4- 4, '44 15 emergency appendectomy. Posie Cooper missed performance Wednes- can slip from comedy to tragedy, and vice Claim slight pick -up over previous Flowers got two weeks' leave, Monday day (121, due to staging chore for versa, at the drop of a hat, for a per- week. June Walker guested by Mary (10), to see G.I. husband in New Or- "Helen Goes to Troy." Karl Farkas formance is human and absolutely Margaret McBride (WEAF) Tuesday leans. Frank W. Neal, dancer, won subbed for him. Ralph Dumpke that quips that "Helen" is "Wallflower" right. Sylvia Field comes back to Broad- (1 1 ). Eleanor Anton has had bids first prize with a canvass in Atlanta from two major film orgs. University's exhibition of painting and set to music. way after a long absence to make the sculpture. daughter a nice gal, and there are other Othello (Shubert) 10- 19,'43 208 good character Jobs by Wendell Corey, Early to Bed Ballets Leágue of African Affairs sponsor a 6- 17,'43 349 Frank Wilcox, Raymond Largay and John birthday party for Paul Robeson at (Broadhurst) Ballet Russe de Monte Conway. In fact, there isn't a let -down 17th Regiment Armory Sunday _(16). Mary Small back in cast Wednesday Carlo (City Center) 4- 9,'44 8 performance in the lot. Jose Ferrer will emsee. (12). George Zoritch now fully re- Reports close sellout with take of over covered from back ailment and doing 30 G's for first eight performances. "Goodbye" could be put to effective use for Over 21 (Music Box) 1- 3, '44 122 full dance stint. Jane Deering will do Sked two extra shows for Center air -casting. has a homely, man- In -the- an additional stint in the Marilyn Mil- run Monday 117) and Monday (24). It Tryouts of streamlined troupes skedded ler role in "Sally" for a local opera street appeal which should click via the loud for USO -Camp Shows overseas trek company at the Fair Park Casino, Dal- Ballet Theater 4- 9,'44 8 speaker. However, it is of the stuff which made preems. Unit headed by Nedda las, after the close of her summer (Met. Opera House) needs careful scripting to vamp for the air, Harrigan tested at Governor's Island engagements at San Francisco and Los Grossed $44,500 for first eight show- and could turn to corn and whimsy under un- Saturday (81. Philip Ober -Vivian Angeles with the Civic Light Opera. ings. Agnes De Mille guests on sympathetic hands. However, properly stream- Vance troupe went on at Fort Tilden Ann Francine has been offered a lead "Information Please" Monday (17). lined, it can be a happy addition to parlor Thursday 113). The New York com- in the road company of "Early." Sir Thomas Beecham guest- conducted pany will put on a show at Halloran Ralph Bunker has left to loin "Dream Thursday (13). Tuesday (181 Leon- chair listening. General Hospital, Staten Island, Sun- With Music." Bernie West has now ard Bernstein guest- batons his own day (30). moved into the vacant slot. ballet, "Fancy Free." Goodbye deserves a good run - and should get it. B. F.

www.americanradiohistory.com i 32 GENERAL NEWS The Billboard April 22, 1944 MAGIC Report Walters BURLESQUE NOTES Drama Scribe Gets NEW YORK: By BILL SACHS DOROTHY SPAULDING, strip-tease, Mad at Dick Foran THE PARTNERSHIP recently formed Jay Ready to Sell has changed her name to Sherry Lea... . WASHINGTON, April 15. -Irked over Dr. Frederick Karr and Claude H. BOGGY AND WOOGY, dancers, ditto to failure of Dick Foran, male lead of The (Kid) Long, calling for an extended tour Tony and Harold. . . . BILL KENNEDY, Connecticut Yankee, currently at the Na- of theaters with Karr's spook opry, with At Right Price house vocalist the last year at the Casino, tional here, to show up for a benefit Long as pilot, has been interrupted by Montreal; Gayety, Toronto, and Roxy, show at the Naval Medical Hospital, Jay an unfortunate and tragic incident. NEW YORK, April 15. -Lou Walters, Cleveland, left the latter to join Vaughn Carmody, drama scribe of The Washing- While jumping from Omaha to Chero- co -owner of the money -snaking Latin Monroe's ork here.... SUNNY LOVETT ton Star, gave the actor one of the kee, Ia., April 3, Dr. Karr struck a six - Quarter here, would sell his half inter- held over as feature by Zorita for the sharpest lacings any daily here has year -old girl with his car, fatally injuring est in the place if a suitable offer was new show that started April 13 at the passed out in years. 606 Club. her. He is being held at Onawa, Ia., forthcoming, according to a reliable A stinging column, in the form of a under $3,000 bail which, up to this night club -vaude source who says he DAWN BROTHERS, whistlers, opened letter addressed to Foran, was carried in writing, Karr or Long have been unable heard it from Walters himself. April 10 with a USO unit playing near- all editions Wednesday (12) with a note to raise. Apparently Dr. Karr was not No reason was ascribed for this by by camps starting at Camp Dix, N. J. that the critic would display equally as at fault in the accident, as the sheriff the industry source. However, another . JOHNNY A. KANE, former house prominently any explanation which and town people at Onawa are reported club owner and friend of Walters de- and stage manager `of burly houses, at Foran may have. to be according him every kindness and clares that the Latin Quarter entrepeneur Fort Meade, Md.... AL K. HALL, ex -fea- The new has long been more interested in Florida tured Carmody declared that he had tried consideration. partnership had comic on the old burly wheels, to get some explanation for Foran's fail- started out well, with bookings already than New York as a business locale, and returned from an overseas tour for the ure 10, 34 now may be looking for a way to transfer USO. act Lee to show up from theater attaches, set until July which included His includes Sullivan, and that their only comment had been towns for the Minnesota Amusement his activities to the South altogether. Virginia Lotito, Ginger Wallace, Char- that Company, Long says. Long has been lotte Wayne, and Mary Lou Howard, and the actor was "emotionally upset" for another for another as a result of having become the father scouting magician to fill the is skedded European trip of a new baby and simultaneously be- dates until such time as Dr. Karr can DC Owner Challenges soon. . CHUCK WILSON, comic, was ing reclassified 1 -A in the draft. resume again. . . CAPT. KENNETH Fate, Opens New Spot at the Hudson, Union City, week of This explanation SHEELOR, popular magic enthusiast, April 2, the first time in the East since only moved Carmody after three years in the Pacific area, is WASHINGTON, April 15.-Despite fact 1929. to observe sarcastically that "millions of back, in this country and stationed at that to a man DC nitery ops are chanting Americans have been classified 1 -A at the blues over sagging business, a new CORP. HANK HENRY, ex -burly comic, one time or another, and as for new present at Camp Croft, Spartanburg, S. C. now with This Is the Army, sends word LEONORE WALTON has just con- spot entered the field this week. Ap- babies, tens of thousands of fathers al- parently another operator now can cut from North Africa that he picked up old ready in the service have never even cluded three weeks at Wisteria Gardens, copies of The Billboard at the Red Cross Atlanta, having originaly been booked himself in on the worry. seen theirs." Late comer is the China Clipper, which there. . . . PENNY NICHOLS doubling Chester Stratton, Vera -Ellen and Mimi in for a fortnight's stand. During her between war work and the chorus at the Berry, all of there, Atlanta magi tossed a Magi- in addition to Chinese -American cuisine the The Connecticut Yankee stay will also feature dancing and cocktails. Hudson, Union City.... DOTTIE BATES, cast, appeared at the benefit, which was cians' Night in her honor. Among those former burly soubret, again in the cos- to who took in the affair were Tommy Spot has been on the threatened list for entertain 600 sailors and marines in some time, and in view of terrific slump tume department for the Ringling circus, Naval Medical Hospital. Hanlon, who was in town with the Camel in local after -dark trade, many thought and Billie Bernard, former burly princi- Caravan; Joe and Jean Eisenbarth, play- pal, helps wardrobing in Mexican Hay 1 -A Applause ing army camps with an hour's show; it may be called off. However, it opened Wednesday (12) with a big for buy Ride at the Winter Garden. . . BOi# "I have a feeling, however, that your A. L. Terry, Robert F. Maddox Jr. and COLLINS, comic, is in his 16th week at loss was greater than theirs," Carmody CLARENCE - splash in local papers. George Kitzinger. ... SLY the Moulin Rouge, Oakland, Calif. . . . wrote in the open letter to Foran, "for TER opened Friday (14) at Beverly Hills LEO MANTIN calls his girl act Holly- when it was explainedfor want of any Country Club, Newport, Ky., for a two - Diosa Costello for L.Q. wood Stars.... BILLY WATSON'S suit other explanations and in considerable weeker, and the Cincinnati dailies on NEW YORK, April 15. -The new Latin for infringement of title Beef Trust embarrassment -that you had just been Saturday carried rave notices on his Quarter show set for mid -June will have Beauties against Sam Briskman settled put in 1 -A, the applause was virtually . . . THE MAGINIS are clever routine. Diosa Costello, Raye and Naldi, and Cross out of court. UNO. deafening. I am sure you cannot have winding up a two -week stand at Glenn and Dunn. Show to be produced by Wally heard anything so enthusiastic in your Rendezvous, Newport, Ky., and the Wanger will also have a artistic, so to speak, life. You should Cincy press, likewise, gave them glowing new line. ORPHEUM, LOS ANGELES not have missed it." lines on their magical achievements. Carmody acknowledged that Maurice They followed Gali -Gall into the Rendez- (Continued from page 27) Jack Bowes's Winter, manager of the company, had vous, with Jack Gwynne showing the Club, Washington, being Brian Sisters and the Three Drakes. Pic, received a wire from Foran in New Jer- iheld week. . . . same spot a few weeks before. . . over this MRS. HARRY What a Man. JANSEN flew from the Coast to Pitts- sey saying, "Sorry unable to make bene- DUNNINGER is putting the finishing Program is band from start to. finish, fit, regards," but contended that those touches to his new book What's On Your burgh to visit with her hubby, Dante the Magician, playing the Nixon Theater with Slack toting five reed, six .brass and running the benefit did not have even Mind ?, which will be published by the five rhythm, including piano in this notice until 16 hours after the bene- there. . GUY L. GERBER, after a his the World Publishing Company. In his book, double ivory set -up. Slack is no emsee fit was to have occurred. Dunninger will explain the technique of fortnight at Hotel Seelbach, Louisville, has opened for a like period at the Con- but a fine musician. His pianology is "After all," Carmody declared, "you "thought reading" and will offer numer- well received. Starting out with Fur- did get back in time for the performance ous tests and illustrations. The work tinental Club, Springfield, Ill. . . . MAL before your paid B. LIPPINCOTT, in his sixth, week in lough Fling, Slack ivory presides for a audience at the Na- will carry a $1 price tag. specialty done by Johnny Mercer. As tional just a couple of hours later." Martin theaters in the South with his Carmody spook opry, says he is mopping up, the Mercer tune gives the maestro free declared that the benefit ' TACK HERBERT was forced to cut his range, a good job is the result. Kitten audience was made up of wounded and engagement Cotton Club, despite the fact that two other spookers J short at the have played the same circuit in on the Keys, with Slack's boogie treat- sick veterans of Guadalcanal, Buna, Tu- Houston, after eight weeks to undergo the last ment, is a humdinger. His Southpaw lag!, Sicily and Anzio. and emergency appendectomy. He's con- 18 months. . FAIRFAX BURGHER, actor- magician, has been signed by Felix Serenade also rates high. valescing at Herman Hospital, Houston. Band's thrush, Imogene Lynn, ex -Ray DANTINI, who opened last week at Young to appear in this forthcoming ... musical, 8:30 Revue, opening in May at McKinley band, hits high with her vocals. NEW YORK, April 15.-Ada Leonard .the Belasco Theater, Los Angeles. He These include Couldn't Sleep a Wink, and her male ork skedded Silver Wings in the Moonlight and It's for a three - BOLTON HOTEL SYSTEM will work in sketches and do magic. week stay at Jantzen Beach, Portland, Burgher recently completed work in the Love. Ore., 'beginning May 1. operating picture It Happened Tomorrow. . . . Three Brian Sisters take over following LESTER, LAKE (Great Marvelo), now on the band's opener for vocaling on San tour with Camp Show Unit No. 10, pos- Fernando Valley and Stardust. Warbling HOTEL OLMSTED tals from Matagorda Island in British fits into the 'bill neatly, but is nothing Columbia: "Just had lunch with Sergeant to write home about. Cleveland, Ohio Dorn, who with his brother, Bob, owns Joey Rardin, a pint -sized Jimmy Cag- FOLLIES THEATER ney, with high hat and shillalah, goes Frank Walker, Mgr. the W. W. Durbin magic theater and 337 S. Main St. shrine in Kenton, O. Fishing and swim- thru a medley of George M. Cohan tunes Home of Palace and Hanna Theatre ming perfect here." . . . JACK W. to open. Follows with imitations of a Los Angeles 13, Calif. Stars in Cleveland THOMAS, of Columbus, O., whose Jack hot trumpet, Tommy Dorsey's tram, and' Frost Sugar Magic Show pooped out a Scotch bagpipe. Taking on engineer's when Uncle Sam rationed sugar in 1942, kerchief and cap, Rardin's Casey Jones NATALIE is revamping his show for a full-evening's goes straight to the depot for applause. CARTIER "Home of aso stint to work army .bases, theaters and Smooth terpsing by the Three Drakes PRODUCER is well received, even by the heps. Work- Rates Reasonable private club dates within reasonable dis- r tance of the Ohio Capital. He's being ing with two ferns, Drake executes dance Burlesque Performers assisted by his new bride, Stella Blanken- steps as a regular two -part ballroom O. ship, who a team. Swings and spins are easily and A1' Corner contributes mental turn to Wanted Vine St. a the new show.... SADHU (Joseph Kash - smoothly executed. Polkas and rumba v0140' ' Opera Place nick Jr.) is set for an indefinite period steps featured following the adagio 1 Phone Main 6780 with his mental turn at the Casablanca break -in. Act is sure -fire. Club, Minneapolis. . JOHN MAT - King Cole Trio had the bull by the THEWS, who has made his headquarters horns from the start. Taking over at WANTED FOR SALE in Detroit for a number of years, spe- the piano, Nat Cole warbles his side- Burlesque Performers TIRZA'S THEATER & GIRLIE SHOW cializing in private club work, joined the men's introduction, going quickly into Specialty and Semi-Nude Dancers Waite Three-year lease and license guaranteed. Frilly Dante show at the Nixon Theater, Pitts- Do Nothing Until You Hear From Me, All ready to open. Ideal located adding his vocals. A medley of equipped. at Surf burgh, last week. . . . JOHNNY PLATT tunes that PRESIDENT FOLLIES Ave., and West 15th St., Coney Island, N. Y., where respond to boogie including the crowds are thickest. Must confine my attentions is back in Chicago working club dates treatment, San Francisco 2, Calif. E. SKOLAK, Mgr. solely to after polishing off his sixth return en- All for You, gets a fast once -over. Heps Write-Wire or Call gagement at May's Paddock Room, Savan- applause is appeased with Straighten Up :: uuu2222tt2.1UU mm22. =UM TIRZA'S ORIENTAL GARDENS nah, Ill. Johnny put in most of the and Fly Right and That Ain't Right. In- WANTED 1301 Surf Ave. (Over Loew's Theater Building), strumental by the guitarist Coney Island, N, Y. winter on the West Coast. treatment 11 COMEDIANS, DANCERS and STRIPPERS and bass man lend able support to Cole's Send Full Details Immediately. pianology. Fans yelled for F. S. T. and MILTON SCHUSTER other recorded tunes, but a jam session 127 with Slack's boys joining in ends the N. Dearborn St. CHICAGO 2, ILL. ROLL TICKETS show in bang -up fashion. It was Freddie Slack's show when it Printed to Your Order started, but Nat Cole's when it ended. CHORUS GIRLS Cheapest GOOD TICKET on the Market 100,000 for Sam Abbott. WANTED AT ONCE!! p 10.000 ..56.50 DAY OFF. SHORT REHEARSALS. 2e.eee .. 7.76 Wire or Write 5 0,000 SAN FRANCISCO, April 15.-Pancho Keystone Ticket Co. Shamokin r Pa. $19.50 100,000 PALACE THEATER, Buffalo 3, New York and His Society Orchestra are booked to Jackie Richards, Producing Send Cash With Order. Stock Tickets, $16.00 per 100,000. open at the St. Francis Hotel April 25.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard 33 Krug Park, he operated a restaurant in for Hays office on the Coast, in Pasadena, Omaha for many years. Surviving are a Calif., April 5. She was president of the son, Edgar Eaton (Eddie) Mason, former General Federation of Women's Clubs The Final circus clown and musician, and who for- from 1920 -'24. Curtain a merly for a number of years operated ZIMMER -,Pvt. Lloyd, 31, 80th Signal ALEXANDER -Walter C., 52, traveling crash at Pasco, Wash., March 28. Also country store giveaway feature in Mid- Company, in a truck accident in Arizona representative of National Theater Sup- survived by a brother, Harry, in the navy. western theaters, and a daughter, Mrs. March 31. He was assistant ride fore- ply, in Knoxville April 1. Survived by a KOLBER -Abe E., 38, former owner of Leo P. Graves. man with the Gooding Greater Shows sister and two brothers. the Consolidated Amusement Company, MILLER -Frank Frederick, 77, show- until he entered the service in July, 1942. BRUNI -Mrs. Matilda, 74, mother of Dallas, in a hospital there March 19. man, in Findlay, O., April 4, six weeks Survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank R. Bruni, owner of Florentine Gar- Survived by his mother, a brother and after the death of his wife, former Beth Otto Zimmer, and sister, Emma Marie, dens, Hollywood, April 8 at her home in three sisters. Interment in Waco, Tex. Kinsey, of the original Kinsey Komedy Lewis Center, O. Services April 7 at Lewis Oakland, Calif. Services April 8, with LEE-P. W., 57, president and secretary, Kompany, well -known tent show organi- Center, with interment in Greenlawn interment at Mountain View Mausoleum, of the Shreveport (La.) Local, AFM, re- zation. He began in show business with Cemetery, Columbus, O. Oakland. cently at a sanitarium after an extended the late Marie Dressler. CASWELL -Pvt. Donald G., 29, former illness. Surviving are his widow, two sis- PIGGINS -William S., father of Corp. assistant manager of Station WFEA, ters and a brother, Chet, Massillion, O. Stuart F. Piggins, orchestra and choral Marriages Manchester, N. H., in a train accident Interment in Shreveport. director, now stationed at Chanute Field, BACH- SWEENEY -O. J. Bach, owner in French Morocco, Africa. Survived by April 5 in Detroit. Survived by his widow his widow, mother and a brother. and manager of O. J. Bach Shows, to and another son. Harriett Sweeney, nonpro, in Bonell, Fla., CHAPMAN-Ira A., 59, former stage PURCELL -Dick, 38, picture actor, sud- April 5. manager of the Rialto Theater, Bremer- George C. Furness denly In Los Angeles April 10. He had ton, Wash., in that city recently. He had just finished playing a round of golf at BOYD- HOPPER-R.' L. Boyd, conces- also been company manager for many George C. Furness, 60, pioneer in the Riviera Country Club and was found sionaire with World of Today Shows, to legit shows in this country and Australia. broadcasting commercial radio dead in the club's locker room. Purcell Flora Lee Hopper, of Raleigh, N. C., in 'CHESTER -Capt. Bruce, operator of a programs, and father of Betty played in a number of New York suc- Dallas March 21. Deep Sea Exhibit with various shows, Furness, screen and radio actress, cesses before moving to Hollywood in CUS'i'sat- WILLIAMS -Andy Custer to found dead in a cabin near Collinsville, in Harkness Pavilion of Columbia 1935. He also played in many film pro- Betty Lou Williams March 25 In Cuero, Ill. Last season he was with the World Presbyterian Medical Center, New ductions. In recent years he had free- Tex. Bride is the daughter of Mr. and of Today Shows and he was booked with York, April 10. lanced and recently completed Leave It Mrs. Bill Williams, and bridegroom is the Cavalcade of Amusements for the The Eveready Hour radio pro- to the Irish at Monogram Studio. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Ted Custer. coming season. He had not appeared in gram, which was the first spon- divorced from Ethelind Terry, former Both families and the young couple ape ill health previously. Body was taken to sored broadcast to use a network Ziegfeld Follies star, in 1942. He was a on Jack Ruback's Alamo Exposition Shroupel Funeral Parlors, Collinsville, to July 26, 1923, was supervised by member of the Civil Air Patrol. Survived Shows, with which they have trouped await coroner's inquest. Arrangements Furness and led to his participa- by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard G. for a number of years. for burial will be made after relatives tion in the radio industry. During Purcell Sr., Los Angeles. Requiem mass DRAKE -SEVERINO- Stephen (Cyclone) are located. the early years of radio, he met at St. Mary Magdalen Church April 13, Drake, motordrome rider with O. O. with government officials CONDRON- William A., 68, proprietor and followed by interment at Holy Cross Buck Shows, to Josephine Severino, non- of Billy's restaurant and tearoom, New broadcasters to overcome problems Cemetery, Los Angeles. pro, in Carlsbad, N. M., April 9. York, at his home in that city April 11. that existed in the industry then. RAGAN -Carroll, publicity man and FOSTER- SHAW -Maj. Clarence Turner Requiem Mass at Church of St. John the Several ideas that the Eveready radio script writer, at his home in Foster, air transport command, to Hollace Evangelist, with interment in Calvary Hour is credited with introducing Yonkers, N. Y., April 9. In recent years Shaw, coloratura soprano of General Elec- Cemetery, Brooklyn. Survived by his became a permanent part of he was associated with the Commerce tric's Hour of Charm and the Phil widow and a son. broadcasting technique. and Industry Association in New York. Spitalny all -girl orchestra, April 12 In ELLIS- George D., '70, a past president Survived by his daughter and Survived by his widow, two sons, a New York. of the St. John Exhibition Association, widow, the former Margaret daughter and three sisters. Rogers. HENDERSON- MAYFAIR - Charles April 2 in St. John, N. B. He was a 33d STENSON -Dave, 48, outdoor showman Henderson, associate head of 20th Cen- degree Mason. ,Survived by his widow, and brother of the late Frank Stenson tury -Fox music department, to Mitzi son and daughter. (Johnny O'Shea), April 9 at his home in Mayfair, actress and dancer, in Santa ERKMANN- George C., 36, in charge LEWIS-Irene Marie, 43, formerly with Chicago. Burial in Calvary Cemetery Barbara, Calif., April 8. of Electrical Statistics for Loew's The- John Robinson Circus, from cancer at there. Survived by his father, a sister ILLIONS Harry A. aters, Mercy her home in Pa., February 16. -LUSSE - Illionsto in Hospital, Rockville Swissvale, and two brothers. Florence M. Lusse Center, L. I., N. Y., April 8. He as- Survived, by Charles E. in Bethel Lutheran was her husband, SULLIVAN -Hugh, 59, former circus Y., April 12. sociated with Loew's for 23 years. A Lewis, producing clown, and son, Charles Church, Jamestown, N. employee, killed by train in Barber- Bridegroom is president and bride is vice - Requiem Mass was said April 12 at Our Jr. Interment in St. Anne's Cemetery, ton, O., April 10. He was formerly with Lady of Lourdes Church, Malverne, L. I., Castle Shannon, Pa. president of Celoron Realty Corporation, Ringling Bros., Torn Mix and Young Buf- operator of Celoron Park, Jamestown. with interment in St. John Cemetery LEWISHON-Irene, founder, with her falo shows. He was a World War I vet- there. Surviving are his widow, a son, sister, Mrs. Alice Lewishon Crowley, and eran. Survived by a sister in Portland, KAYNE -LEIDEN - Dave Kayne, former mother and three brothers. co- director of the neighborhood Play- Me. Hirst Circuit burly show and theater FAIRBROTHER-Frank, 70, manager of house School of the Theater, and founder manager, and later a nitery operator, to the Asquith, Sask., Fair, at his home in and president of the Museum of Costume Mae Leiden, Wally Wanger chorine, April 3 in Union N. Asquith. Burial In Maple Ridge Ceme- Art, New York, in Doctors Hospital, New In Loving Memory of Our Beloved City, J. tery, Asquith, York, April 5. Many of the costumes of Husband and Father MARSHALL-CASSIDY - Everett Mar- GRAY-Barry (D. H. Overbaugh), 83, the Museum of Costume Art were orig- shall, star of The Student Prince, to Agnes veteran showman, following a heart at- inally obtained by Miss Lewishon In her Cassidy, singer in Blossom Time, in San tack in Hemet, Calif., recently. He travels abroad. Interested in various HARRY D. WEYDT Francisco April 8. started in showbiz as a piano player with social and philanthropic organizations, Who passed on APRIL 20, 1941 RAESLY -BUOTE - Sgt. Richard S. E. W. (Pop) Wiggins Fair Ground Show she was a senior hostess at the Stage Raesly, former manager of the Oxford in 1883. He joined Harry H. Walker in Door Canteen and at the Merchant Sea- MRS. PEARL WEYDT, AND SON, CHARLES Theater, Philadelphia, to Helen Buote, 1885 and toured for three years as Gray men's Canteen. She also had been an formerly, with Warner Theater Circuit, and Walker, marionettes. He married active worker in the Woman Suffrage WEST -Arthur Pat, 55, for 30 years an that city, in Lincoln, Neb., April 2. the late Ella De Vaux in 1888, and con- movement. Surviving, besides Mrs. SNYDER -MARSTERS -William Snyder, as the actor, at his home in Van Nuys, Calif., tinued team of Gray's Marionettes Crowley, is another sister and a brother. April 10. As vaude ork leader at the Camillia House, Drake for 27 years in vaude and with Ringling a youth he entered Hotel, MALCOLM-Frederic, 72, retired actor, and spent 15 years playing the circuits Chicago, to Ruth Marsters, music Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus. He producer his home in critic, in Chicago April 4. lectured and wrote vaude material as a and director, at with his wife, Lucille. Following his Bedminster, N. J., April 6 after a long vaude work, he became a featured Broad- STEVENS - SETTERLUND - Johnny sideline at Bradenburgh's Dime Museum, illness. show business for more Stevens, drummer in Hi- Flyers band, to Philadelphia, 1903 to 1912. He was with In than way comic. About 17 years ago he moved 50 years, he toured the Middle West with to Hollywood,where he appeared in films Naomi Setterlund, nonpro, at Spokane Lubin silent motion pictures in Phila- stock companies before going to Broad- March 24. delphia. The last 10 years he was with up until a few weeks ago. A World War I way. He appeared with Lionel Barrymore veteran, he was former commander of SWEENEY -BENTON -Neal J. Sweeney, Dufour & Rogers Attractions at various in The and nonpro, to Helen Benton, singer, in Phil- World's Fairs. He married Nellie Foster, Copperhead the late Joseph Sierra Madre Post, Veteran of Foreign Jefferson in Rip Van Winkle. Survived Wars. Besides his widow he leaves two adelphia April 2. of Lansing, Mich., his home city, who THURSTON- GRIBBLE -Dan B. Thurs- survives in Los Angeles. Also survived by his widow. daughters. Services April 12 in the chapel MASON-William E., 83, formerly asso- of the Veterans' Hospital, Sawtelle, Calif., ton, known in outdoor show biz as J. by a brother. Elks' Lodge 196, Lansing, Jimmy Six, to Jean Ellen Gribble, in First conducted services and burial. ciated with circuses and later superin- followed by interment in the veterans' tendent of concessions at Krug Park, cemetery there. ,Methodist Church, Bowling Green, O., HART-Mrs. Margaret, 35, wife of March 30. Tommy Hart, of Hart Dines, Omaha, for many years under W. W. Cole, WINTER -Mrs. Thomas G., '78, former and vaude 1"r1LWATER April 5 Los Angeles. After leaving director WOODS- -Doc Harold L. performers, In Boston March 24. In ad- at of studio and public service Woods, of Woods Health Chautauqua, to dition to her husband she is survived by Edna Fitzwater, nonpro, in Bonell, Fla., a daughter, Mary Ann; a sister, and April 5. father. Interment in Mount Auburn WYATT- WORTHAM-Walter Wyatt to Cemetery, Cambridge, Mass., March 27. Billie Wortham, both of St. Louis and with the Dee Lang Shows, at Urbana, In Loving Remembrance of Our Beloved Ill., March 20. Husband aid Father J. E. HENRY who passed on April 18, 1943. "Gone but not forgotten." Births MABEL HENRY and FAMILY A son to Mr. and Mrs. Andrew C. Mayo March 13 at St. Agnes Hospital, Phila- HOGAN- Edward A., father of Charles delphia. Father is member of the team Hogan, theatrical booker, at his home in presenting the trick stage horse act, Chicago April 11. Survived by his widow, Pansy the Horse. Elizabeth; son, two daughters, four sis- Quadruplets, three daughters and a son, ters and a brother. to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Zarief at Sloane KEENAN-Edward W., former vaude Hospital for Women, New York, March 30. performer and musician, in the Hall - Father is assistant concert master for brooke Sanatariuln, Westport, Conn., re- CBS, New York. cently. Survived by his widow, son and A son to Sgt. and Mrs. Ezra Stone in two daughters. Hollywood March 31. Father is former KENWOOD-John, 83, former director Henry Aldrich of radio. of the Edmonton (Alta.) Exhibition Asso- A daughter, Beverly Jo, to Sgt. and Mrs. ciation and a well -known sheep judge, Joseph G. Unick in Miami April 14. at his home in Edmonton recently. Mother is Winona Wehle, daughter of KIMLING -Jack E., Navy Air Corps, 19, Billy and Marion Wehle, well -known tent son of'Sklnnie and May KImling, formerly show operators, and father was formerly of tab and rep shows, in an airplane with Heffner -Vinson Tent Show.

www.americanradiohistory.com 34 The Billboard CARNIVALS April 22, 1944 Conducted by CLAUDE R. ELLIS. Communications to 25 Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, O. TEMPS BATTLED TO WINS Marks Beats CraftsC ra ft s J aun t y7f Hit Hard Record Cold Okay on Coast COMPTON, Calif, April 15.-Biz con- In tinues good for Crafts 29 Big Shows, Okia. City Va. which opened the season January 29. Im- In Starter perial Valley dates were much better RICHMOND, Va., April 15. -Rain and than . previous ones. Best spot to date Women Form Novel Club snow greeted opening of the John H. this year was Yuma, Ariz, said Auditor Marks 3 the second Shows here April and Harold Mook. Week -end play in San OKLAHOMA CITY, April 15. - World night was the coldest April 4 recorded Diego was near capacity despite counter of Today Shows were hard hit in the by local weather bureau in 47 years. attractions. opening engagement here March 25 -April Weather broke Wednesday and remainder Several shows and an Auto Scooter and 1, reported the management. There wee of the first week saw excellent business. Spitfire were added, the show now carry- not one warm night, a blizzard raged Saturday night's gate gross was larger ing 10 major rides, 50 concessions and 8 six hours on one day sending tempera- than any on previous Saturday here since shows. All attractions are neonized, with ture to 23 degrees; two nights were so Manager Marks broke in the Broad Street light towers in the center and main en- cold that lights were not turned on, a lot a decade ago. Business was at high trance arch ablaze with neon, as well as fire at the Merry-Go -Round destroyed level thru the second week. small floodlight towers in front of en- side wall and top and did some damage New staff member, Promoter Harry trances to shows. Org moves on 47 to horses. Wilson, Monday had as guests of the pieces of motorized equipment, mostly But crowds were surprisingly large and management the winning company from 45 -foot semi- trailers with flat beds and business was good. Ethel McCoy's Min- a local cadet contest staged by Harvey van -type bodies constructed in quarters. strel Show and Johnny Bejano's Side Hudson, staff member of Station WRVA. TECH. SGT. ED M. EDWARDS, (See Crafts Okay on Coast on. page 57) Show got top money among shows. Other Tuesday, United Nations Night, all serv- former concessionaire with Bill H. shows are Jim Dunlavey's Snake Show, gate. icemen were admitted free at the Hames Shows, J. Loos Shows, H. Evert's Glass House, A. Willander's proceeds was George A portion of Wednesday's Forsythe Shows and Charles Ziegler Monkey Show, Jess O'Dell's Hula Show, donated to the Joe Brown "Smokes-for- Krekos Tilts C. A. Bimbi's Illusion Show, Willis Hag- the- Wounded" fund. Thursday was Shows, was reported missing after a flight over Germany, March 23, as hart's Freak Show, Jim Fant's Pennyland Ladies' Night. Saturday Joe Brown and and Jack Foster's Crime Show. There a flight engineer on a Boeing Bomber His Radio Kids (WRVA) were guests at Tops in Calif are 12 rides. a Young American Matinee. Norman B -17. Executive staff: L. C. Reynolds and Manwarfng, WMBG; Al Jones, WRNL; NAPA, Calif., April 15. - West Coast H. Wells, owners; L. O. Reynolds, gen- with Edith Lindermann, Carl Thilow and Victory Shows had an opening winner eral manager; Noble C. Fairly, business Frank Tunis, Times -Dispatch and News in San Jose, Calif., March 7 -April 2, on manager; E. S. Spalding, secretary - Leader, co- operated with Ban Eddington, Fire for Lawrence the South First Street circus grounds, treasurer; Louis Engleheim, assistant; who handled advance publicity, awaiting several records being topped, reported (See WT Gets Hard Knocks on page 57) Wilson's arrival. General Agent W. T. Jessup. Shows, Chet Dunn's Fly -o -Plane and the show - Loses Nights; RC rides and concessions had much new can - owned Rocket ran neck and neck for top vas and new paint, decorated by artist ride money, with Pete Thompson's Girl Gets Bit of Gross Gene Hudson. Neon and other lighting (See Marks Wins Over Cold on page 57) effects were arranged by Harry Baker. Strates Gets ROCKINGHAM, N. C., April 15. -Fire Doing near -capacity business were A. J. April 7 destroyed a trailer truck, two Budd's Circus Side Show, Ted Right's transformers and eight small concessions Revue and Johnny Branson's Wild Ani- Record 2 -Day C &WPulls mal Show. on the Lawrence Greater Shows here, re- Roster includes Mike Krekos, general ported Manager Sam Lawrence. Friday manager; W. T. Jessup, general agent; Biz in Wash. Heavy in NN and Saturday nights were lost. Equip- Louis Leos, auditor; Harry Myers, con- ment was replaced for operation this cession manager; Swede Wilson, lot fore- WASHINGTON, April 15.-A Sunday NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 15. -A week, the second week here, under aus- man; Virgil Latiker, ride foreman; Harry performance of the James E. Strates healthy opening here Monday night was pices of the fire department. Despite (See Calif. Good for Krekos on page 57) Shows here April 9 by special permit, registered by the Cetlin & Wilson Shows, cold weather, business has been fair. under auspices of Washington Blue crowds being unusually large and ap- In accordance with Manager Lawrence's Star Mothers' Canteen, gave the group $900. General Agent William C. Flem- parently coming from many adjacent dis- policy to donate 10 per cent of weekly Early Biz, Weather tricts, said Ben Braunstein, publicity di- gross receipts to local chapters of the ing, with their help, received the permit. rector. Red Cross, a check for $125 was sent to Easter Monday brought a surprise, the Season's opening in Petersburg, Va., Mrs. of Breaks Help Heth largest still -date business in the history George Bowles, chairman the of the show, requiring three extra ticket April 1, was marked by adverse weather Rockingham Chapter. Another check for BIRMINGHAM, April 15.-With good most of the week, but over 7,200 checked week will be sent. sellers on the front gate besides four this business and weather, the L. J. Heth regular boxes, said Assistant Manager Dick in Monday night. Rides and shows did Shows went on the First Avenue and 44th Paradise Revue, with O'Brien. This business was credited to well, especially Street lot here April 8. At the opening publicity about the successful Sunday Helen Hart and her gorilla. World Circus in North Birmingham March 27 crowds Side Show again had a top gross for showing. Two in Dixie to Hennies were good and there were 10 days of fair Manager Strates is trying out an in- Petersburg. weather, said C. C. Leasure. Issy Cetlin and John W. Wilson were novation in the Vanities Show, featuring CHICAGO, April 15.- General Agent Mrs. Mary Moore, released from Jef- the Dolly Raoul Precision Dancers, a fair hosts to Petersburg Shrine Club in the Louis J. Berger, Hennies Bros.' Shows, re- ferson Hospital after a minor operation, Pin -Up Girls tent, where a buffet supper grandstand unit now giving their initial turned from Mobile and Pensacola. At was entertained at an Easter dinner. (See Strates Record in DC on page 57) was served after a special performance. Mobile he contracted to play Greater Mrs. Rose Western passed out Easter General Manager Wilson emseed and Mobile and Gulf Coast Fair, and at Pen- eggs to all on the show. Lieut. Col. J. Maizzel and Remmie Ar- sacola to play for the Elks' annual Fall Roster includes L. J. Heth, owner and nold, past potentates of ACCA Temple, Festival. Show will open its season April manager; Alfred Kunz, general represen- Grenada Shove-Off spoke. A special performance of the 17 at Anniston, Ala. (See Early Breaks for Heth on page 57) Paradise Revue was given at Post Gen- eral Hospital, Camp Lee, Red Cross Recre- Wins for Wallace Hall being filled. Lieut. Col. J. R.. ation GRENADA, Miss., April 15. -For the (See C & W DRAWS IN on page 57) second consecutive year Wallace Bros.' ACA Quiz for WPB Covers Shows opened here April 1, and despite rain and cold, the engagement was prof- Has Top itable. Sponsored by the American Le- Jones All in Industry; Recap To gion post, under Commander Ira Whit- taker, the show was on the old fair- Take grounds. Camp McCain being near by, Charleston Be Used for Priorities Plea the midway was well patronized by sol- FLORENCE, S. C., April 15.-Business diers. on the last three days in Charleston last ROCHESTER., N. Y., April 15.-Max is to develop sufficient information for Show has seven rides, six shows and week for the Johnny J. Jones Exposi- Cohen, general counsel American Carni- the War Production Board, at whose re- about 30 concessions and plays behind a tion exceeded best expectations said quest the survey is being conducted, so pay gate. Harry (Sheik) Rosen has 12 publicity director Walter D. Nealand. vals Association, announced from AGA that adequate allocations of the materiel concessions, including corn game. Other After a bad start due to a soft and mud- offices here that copies of the question- for the needs of the industry can be concessionaires include Shep Miller, Mac dy lot, the show grossed the largest re- naire in connection with the industry provided. Any one not having received Hogue, Adam Erbe, George A. Abbott, ceipts at any recent still date. Four survey being conducted by the associa- a questionnaire should promptly notify Mrs. Dorothy Farrow and Mrs. W. B. Fox. ticket boxes were used on the 25 -cent tion were sent to all known shows in the the association and one will be for- Staff, still incomplete, includes Walter gates. Some shows ran until 1 a.m. for United States, whether or not they are warded." B. Fox, general agent; Glenn L. Osborne, night shift workers. ACA members. After the survey has been completed, business manager; L. H. Hardin, lot su- Del Rio Midgets drew a full house at "All shows and all independent opera- he added, the association intends to take perintendent and assistant to manager, a 1:30 a.m. show Friday night Allen tors, large and small, are requested to up with the War Production Board the Dick Hyland, press and radio; Mrs. Mar- Walker is handling the front. Show fill out the questionnaire and forward matter of obtaining sufficient priority garet Miller, secretary; Ernest E. Farrow talent staged a special performance them to the association's offices," said certificates to take care of the industry's Jr., special agent; James L. Reed, ride Thursday afternoon at Starke General Counsel Cohen. "The replies on indi- needs and that in this connection it is foreman and mechanic. Reed and Mrs. Hospital for wounded veterans, hospital vidual questionnaires will be retained as expected the association will have the Miller are starting their 11th consec- theater being filled to capacity. Among confidential information, but it is full co- operation of George W. McMur- utive year with the show, while Fox has those who participated were the Del Rio planned to issue periodic reports show- phey, chief, and Harry A. Ackley, con- started his seventh. Show is set to go to midgets; Allen Walker; Francene and ing the over -all needs of the industry. sultant, of the Recreation Section, Office Evansville, Ind., to open April 17 for an (See JJJ HAS TOP TAKE on page 39) "The purpose of the survey, of course, of Civilian Requirements, WPB. indefinite run,

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard CARNIVALS 35 Showmen's League Heart of America of America Club Activities Showmen's Club Reid Hotel Sherman Hotel Kansas City Chicago KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 15. -At the CHICAGO, April 15. -Past President J. National Pacific Coast meeting April 7, called to order by Past C. McCaffery presided April 13, with President George Hawk, with Secretary Treasurer M. J. Doolan, Secretary Joe G. C. McGinnis and Treasurer Harry Streibich and Past President Edward A. Showmen's Assn. Altshuler present, Sam Bunch and James Showmen's Assn. P. Daniels, Sunset Amusement Com- Hock. Two more meetings will be held Palace Theater Building before summer closing. Membership ap- 6231/z South Grand Ave., at Wilshire pany; Oland Lay and D. B. Gentry were plications came from Al Rukin and W. New York elected members. Jockey Jones, Brader Los Angeles Shows, was a club visitor, being here on A. (Bob) Hallock. Sick list includes Nate NEW YORK, April 15.-Regular and Hirsch, John Haye, William J. Coultry, LOS ANGELES, April 15.-H. A. (Pop) business. Mr. and Mrs. Iry Polack were governors' meeting night April 12 was guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chester I. Levin, Ed Schofield and Hymie Stone. presided over by Secretary Joseph McKee Ludwig, first vice -president, presided New servicemen's committee will meet Monday night in absence of President en route from Dayton, O., to Sacramento. In absence of President O. C. Buck. Also Mr. and Mrs. K. H. Gorman, Sunset this month to work out plans of distrib- on the dais were Assistant Treasurer Ted LeFors, with William Hobday, secre- uting a cash bonus to members in armed tary. Joe Glacy, cemetery board, reported Amusement Company, were here for a Harry Rosen, Chaplain Fred C. Murray, week -end. service, distribution to be made after Counselor Max Hofmann, Dr. Jacob the club had laid to rest a non -member, they are mustered out. Plans are to Cohen and Executive Secretary W. K. George Bird, in Cemetery Valhalla. Harry Fred Tousley, who died April 3, was amend the by -laws so that proceeds of Sibley. Governors decided to make a Fink, building fund, reported Mike buried in Showmen's Rest, as was Wil- the directory can go to this fund. Bed donation to the Red Cross as usual. Krekos was doing a fine job at raising liam (English) Barlow, who died in Gen- Cross War Relief Drive going along well Chairman Jack Lichter, veterans' fund, money. J. Ed Brown told the members eral Hospital, April 3. Third Vice- toward the goal of $30,000. was given permission to start a campaign the club was invited to attend Russell President Buck Ray's stepfather died Bases are set and the commemoration for continued sending of packages to Bros.' Circus night of April 24 and that April 7 and burial was in Independence, tablet will be installed at Showmen's members in armed forces. Final meeting after the show the circus folks would be Mo. Silver Jubilee and Banquet and Rest before Memorial Day. of the season was announced for April guests of the PCSA. The secretary was Ball Committees will open an active cam- 26. Entire rooms will be redecorated, instructed to send flowers to the Cronin paign in the next few weeks to boost Ladies' Auxiliary Circus, playing the vicinity of Los An- the doings to be held December 25- Mrs. William Carsky, president; Mrs. starting early in May, including Auxiliary rooms. geles. Members and guests absent for January 1. Secretary McGinnis again re- Michael Doolan, first vice -president; Mrs. some time: Hort Campbell, who intro- quested members to report to him their George Rollo, second vice- president; Mrs. Date and place of the annual banquet duced his brother, James Campbell; Joe permanent addresses and names of Nate Hirsch, treasurer, and Mrs. Robert will be Thanksgiving Eve, November 22, Metcalf, who has been in Oregon; Baldy shows with which they will be, H. Miller, secretary, presided April 6. In- in the Hotel Commodore Grand Ballroom. Wilson, from an eastern show; Lee Bran- vocation was by Chaplain Mrs. Bessie Due to unprecedented attendance last don, Crafts Shows; Eddy Wilson, also Ladies' Auxiliary Mossman. year, subscriptions will be limited to seat- from an eastern show. social of sea- 28 At the last evening the Card and bunco party April in ing capacity. Member L. James Quinn son, April 7, among members present Crystall Ballroom, Sherman Hotel, will has become associated with Fred Brown, Ladies' Auxiliary Keller as who recently in a were two new ones, Mrs. Brunch and have Mrs. Lew chairman. while in town put First Vice- President Mary Taylor pre- Mrs. Lamon. Cards were played, with Maude Geiler returned from a month in membership application, sponsored by Easter prize for each table, and door relatives. Lee Quinn. They will place some shows on sided and 26 members were present April an Jackson, Tenn., visiting 3. Peggy Bailey wrote that she would prize was won by Mrs. Dolly Ross. At Gluskin back after a Miami vacation. President Buck's carnival. was decided Hutt, who bought new trailer, give up publicity work because of illness the last business meeting it Myrtle a Among occasionals at the meeting were and needing a complete rest. Bank night that each member would receive a silver will be hitting the road soon and visiting Harry Heller, Camp Gaw, N. J.; Willie award went to Dorothy Enfiel, as did gift during the silver anniversary next her father, J. W. Hodges, in Fargo, N. D. Gottlieb, Baltimore; John McCormick, one of the door prizes. Other door award year. So a gift fund has been estab- Elizabeth June Van Kirk, Agnes Hen- Asbury Park; Moe Elk, Herman Cohen Mary Ellen Ragan winners were Donna Day and Bonnie lished, with donations from members. derson, Rose Fisher, and others. Letters came from Clif Wil- Mallory. Party tickets and by -laws books Out -of -town members can send dona- and Mrs. Mary Lillian Creson were elected son, Miami; Max Adams, from the West; tions time to Nellie Weber, who Auxiliary $25 to were received. Helen Smith reported the at any members. donated the Jackson Hyman, Enid, Okla., and Louis Homemaker Club had reserved July 26 has charge of the fund, at the club. An Red Cross, Kathyleen Glosser being a Red King, Baltimore. Pfc. Arthur Goldberg, for the auxiliary to take part in a quiz effort will be made to have all members Cross representative. Nan Rankine, past formerly the club printer, in from the president, days Michigan. over KHJ, participants to be selected attend the anniversary dinner in Feb- spent a few in South on special duty. Member S. 2/c later. Frances Barth, who has moved ruary, 1945. On the sick list are Dolly Victoria Snapp, Robert M. Drew, M. T. B., Ron. 4, Fleet E. Mrs. Miller. into her new country estate at Culver Mrs. James Strates and Al P. O. New York, reported he had become City, will be hostess at a chicken barbe- Award books will go out this summer the father of a girl. He is a brother of cue. Many members attended the Cronin under Lee Gluskin and Kathyleen Glasser, Mrs. Joseph McKee. chairmen. Circus. Easter bouquets were sent to Bibs Malang still in Veterans' Hospital, Mother Minnie Fisher and Margaret TENTS Bronx, as is Frank Shillizzi, both doing Welsh. A War Bond drive will be held well. Doc Kelley being prepared for a in July with a special program. Meetings Now and Used Missouri Show major operation at his home in New will be the first and third Mondays of London, Conn. Ben Braunstein, Cetlin each month. Talks were made by Mar- CARNIVAL and SKATING RINK & Wilson Shows, sponsored James E. tha Levine, Ruby Kirkendall, Mother Women's Club Shelby for membership. Fisher and Pearl Jones. Writ for Prices E. 6. CAMPBELL TENT i AWNING CO. Maryland Hotel 100 CENTRAL AVE. ALTON, ILL. St. Louis ST. LOUIS, April 15. -Some Easter visi- Michigan Lone Star Show tors passed thru en route to show open- ings. Betty Proper was in for a few days, en route to Sacramento and Polack Bros.' Showmen's Assn. Women's Club Circus. Easter greetings came from Club Mother Mayetta Vaughan and Grace, 156 Temple Street 19281/2 Elm Goss. President Ethel Hesse getting sum- Detroit Dallas, Tex. mer award books ready. Membership TENTS DETROIT, April 15.-Future meetings DALLAS, April 15.- Members have drive is thriving, most recently elected will be on the first Monday of each to membership being Marie Van Zant, moved into their new home, 19281/2 Elm month. President Harry Stahl was in the Street, the rooms being the last word in Babe Weinstein, Florence Luckett, Pat chair, aided by Past President Leo Lippa, UNITED STATES TENT AWNING CO. Seery, Margaret Trippe, Edith Streibich, decorations. Margaret Pugh, Sally First Vice -President Jack Gallagher, Sec- Murphy, Louise Hickman, Mabel Welch - 2315 -21 W. Huron St. Chicago 12, III. Ann Sleyster, Hattie Clinton, Jeannette ond Vice -President Mannie Brown, Wall, Pearl McGlynn, Anna Young, Nell man, Honey Vaughan, Allyne Morency Treasurer Louis Rosenthal and Secretary and Inez Griffith are some of the leaders Thies, Dolores Chernus, Ann Detwiler Arthur Frayne April 3. For the mem- and Anita Finkle. Semi-monthly socials J. in bridge parties, dinners and weekly bership committee Mannie Brown re- entertainments. Club meets every Mon- bingo is adding to the treasury. Ida ported these elected to membership: Abe McCoy and Kathleen Gawle were re- day night. Some members have donated Egher, G. L. Fallon, Rex Green, Manuel blood to the Red Cross and several go Carnival and Concession ported on the sick list and Aline Hatton V. Mendez, Edward Paulus, Frank Resch, and Anna Jane Bunting recovering. twice a week to make Red Cross surgical Jack Selbin, Bernard Siegel, Harold J. dressings. Monday night the club pre- Slater and George W. Walters. Con- TENTS sented a War Bond to little Helen Hick- Serving the Showmen of the tinuing until September 1 initiation fees man. club mascot, and door prize, do- Southwest are suspended in a membership drive, nated by Margaret Pugh, went to Honey JOHN M. COLLIN CO. Rocky Mountain remaining at $10. membership fee Vaughn. New members come in weekly 18 E. KIRK ST. SHAWNEE, OKLA. Art Grzann won a set of hand -made and by fall it is hoped to have 200. Sally linen pilow cases donated by Mrs. Herb Murphy brought in three, Peggy Reynolds, Showmen's Club Pence to the sick and relief fund. "Cap" Leona Crowe and Blanche Rae. Mem- Fraternal Building, 14t1ì and Glenarm Seymour, fully recovered, attended the bers have been calling on or sending meeting, leaving only Vic Horwitz and flowers to Ed (Blackie) Schofield, who Denver Joe Vernick on the sick list. Four names has been in St. Paul's Hospital seven TENTS New and Used Concession, 6x6, 8x8, 8x10, DENVER, April 15. -At the last big were added to the honor roll with induc- weeks. He formerly was with the World .sx12, 10x10, 10x12, 10x16. Larger Tents, meeting until after the summer season, tion of Albert (Label) Greenberg and of Today Shows and Hennies Bros.' 14x21, 14x24, 20x30, 20x40, 30x45, 40x60. over 100 attending, President Larry Nolan word that Hyman Eisman, George En- Shows. Mrs. Tom Melody and Mrs. Dora sidewall 7 to 10 ft, high. presided. Enough members will remain gelbrink and William Lovchuk had been English, who have been ill, are up and KERR MFG. CO. here to keep the club active on a smaller in service several months. Private Lov- around. Members are mailing many 1954 W. Grand Ave. Chicago 22, 111. scale. Elected as members were C, F. chuk visited from Camp Wolters, Tex., cards to servicemen overseas. Bobby (Doc) Zeiger and Mrs. Zeiger, Rosemary and Pvt. Nate (Nise) Sobol from Fort Ayers baked cake for the meeting and Loomis, George and Bill Hannan, Howard Bragg, N. C. Donations came from Ed Flo Durrett served coffee to members. and Mrs. Seiler, Frank Shortridge and Ford, $5, and the Ray Marsh Brydon Mu- Ralph Forsythe. Ralph Smith and Harry seum, Eastwood Park, $10, Brydon an- TENTS -BANNERS nouncing the museum troupers had We have Canvas sor your needs. Seifers were presented with a silver that uled for Eastwood Park open -air ball- No prlorltles needed. plaque for outstanding work in the pledged to contribute $10 weekly to the room, featuring a name band, with danc- Charles Driver - Bernie Mendelson. club's behalf. Whitey Johnson and service fund. ing from 1:30 a.m. to 5:30 a.m., followed A. A. McVittie, banquet committee, are Chairman Dickstein, entertainment by an outdoor breakfast. At the May 1 O. Henry Tent & Awning Co. proceeding with plans for the event to committee, announced a summer dance meeting a life membership will be voted 4862 North Clark St. CHICAGO 40, ILL. (See RMSC on page 57) to replace the former moonlights, sched- upon.

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pounced plans to sell the Northwestern PENNY Shows. PITCH CARNIVAL openings in Philadelphia: GAMES Confab Midway 9; Gruberg's World Famous Shows, April 8Ize 48x46 ". Matthew J. Enterprises, April 17; Price $30.00, (Communications to 25 -27 Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, 0.) Riley Size 48x48 ", Mike Zeigler's Shows, April 20; A. M. P. With 1 Jack APRIL showers! Martin and McIntyre have the Girl Revue Shows, operated by A, M. Podsobinski, Pot, $40.00. Size 48x48 ", with 6 Jack Pots, $46.00. and Ten -in -One. Phoenixville, Pa., April 28; Exposition at JACK GREENSPOON, Norfolk, Va., was Home Shows, owned and operated by PARK SPECIAL WHEELS a recent business visitor in Chicago. BETTY AND DOO DAWSON, photo Rox Gatto, Upper Darby, Elkton, Md., operators, will not be on the road this April 15, 90" In Diameter. Beautifully Painted. We THE B. O. Decatur, carry In stock 12- 15- 20 -24- and -3o- number it lot in Iil., that season, as they are residing in Detroit, Wheels. Price has been used as a $13.50 show lot for many where he is chef and she is inspector in CHARLES S. REED, general agent years, will soon be a thing of the past. a war plant. BINGO is become Great Sutton Shows, who was transferred+ GAMES It to a part of railroad yards. from Veterans' Hospital, Marion, Ill., 75- Player Complete CAP SEYMOUR, 55.00 Eastwood Park (De- April 11 to Veterans' Hospital, Hines, Ill., 100 -Player Complete 7.00 CARL J. SEDLMAYR, who was a visitor troit) concessionaire, is out of a hospital in Chicago, said preparations for opening will undergo an operation on his throat. 1/3 Deposit on All Orden. after two months, having recovered thru Reed said he had the show booked almost of the Royal American Shows were going donation of blood transfusions by a SLACK MFG. forward rapidly. solidly for the season opening April 22 CO. number of showfolk. and that he would be back when 124 -126 W. Lake St. CHICAGO, with It ILL. J. C. (TOMMY) THOMAS he had recovered. returned to ELMER BROWN, general agent, who Chicago April 7 after a swing thru for ASTRO FORECASTS southern territory and left on another the past year has teen_promotion and BILL RICHARDSON, who started in campaign manager for the Black Hills showbiz trip. Passion Play, in 1920 with the Bruce Greater AND ANALYSES reported the show had its Shows and has been with W. C. Kaus most successful period, an eight-month Shows, All Readings Complete for 1944 MANNIE BROWN, former concession- season, closing in Wichita, Kan. Dodson World's Fair Shows, aire with the World of Pleasure Shows, Johnny J. Jones Exposition, Pepper's All - Single Sheets, 8'V,x14, Typewritten. Per M 55.00 Shows Analysis, 3 -p., with Blue Cover. Each ,03 who returned to Detroit from Florida, MANAGER'S alibi for firing an agent: "He State and others, is starting his Analysis, 8 -p., with Cover. 24th year in White Ea. .15 will book independent dates. isn't the bargain I thought he was 15 years showbiz this season as man- Forecast and Analysts, 10 -p., Fancy Covers. Ea. .06 ager- caller of Mrs. Sparks's bingo on Samples of the 4 Readings, Four for 25e. ago." the No. 1, 95 Pages, Assorted Color Coven .35 OFFICE secretary was put in 4 -F for de- J. F. Sparks Shows. Wall Charts, Heavy Paper, Size 28x34. Each 1.00 fective vision. BOOTS CUTLER, many years in out- NEW DREAM BOOK door show business and who for the past BUSINESS was nil for Fay's Silver AFTER practicing the past winter in two years has made his home in Okla- Derby Shows in Americus, Ga., week 120 Pages, 2 Sete Numbers, Clearing and Polley. Mobile, Dr. C. Hewe Barnhart closed his ended April 1, reported Shorty Lowe. 1200 Dreams. Bound In Heavy Gold Paper homa City, was a nightly visitor to the Covers, Good Quality Paper. Sample, 15e. offices to join Hennies Bros.' Shows as World of Today Shows when they played Three nights were lost because of rain, HOW TO WIN AT ANY KIND OF SPECULA- physician. and a storm demolished the Kettle Sis- TION. 24 -p., Well Bound 25e there for 12 days. PACK OF 79 EGYPTIAN F. T. CARDS. ters' free act rigging. Children's matinee Answers Questions, RECENT visitors to J. Harry Six in well All Lucky Numbers, etc. 400 MR. AND MRS. W. HARTMAN, on Saturday was attended. E. Heller Elena Cards, Illustrated. Pack of 36 .. 15t Baptist Hospital, Louisville, were Thomas M. with joined with a ride and two concessions Graphology Charts, 9x17. Sam. 5e 1000 Central Amusement Company season, per 56.00 last and Katie Lowe arrived from Illinois MENTAL TELEPATHY. Booklet, 21 P. . 250 pencil from St. Stephen, S. O., that they to "WHAT IS WRITTEN IN THE STARS." Folding take over the Kiddie Ride, Booklet, 12 P., 9x5. Contains ail 12 Analyses. will not be on the road this year, as they Very Well Written. $5.00 per 100; Sample 10e. are operating Cotton Patch Cafe, north Shipments Made to Your Customers Under Your of Charleston, S. C. HICK manager is one who in January asks Label. No checks accepted. C. O. D. 25% Deposit. his $1,200 -a -year general Our name or ads do not appear in any merchandise. agent how he could Samples postpaid prices. Orders are P. P. Extra. BERTHA BERT carded from Wichita, have spent all that money. Kan., that the Bancroft Side Show closed SIMMONS & CO. JOE COHEN, Halifax, N. S., vet carni- 19 West Jackson Blvd. CHICAGO 4 val concessionaire, visited Annapolis Send for Wholesale Prices. Royal, N. S., before getting his equip- ment ready for opening with the Lynch Greater Exposition Shows in Halifax. He WANT TO BUY plans to live in Annapolis Royal when he retires. Mrs. Annie Doyle, widow of police sergeant W. J. Doyle, Halifax, and KIDDIE RIDES mother of John Doyle, carnival conces- sionaire, recently celebrated her 82d OF ANY KIND FOR CASH birthday anniversary. What Have You? VISITING her husband while he was A. (BOOBIE) OBADAL stationed with the army in California, 201 AUSTIN ST., SAN ANTONIO, TEX. Mrs. Stanley L. (Virginia Mazvikiewicz) Steele, also visited Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Strode, Los Angeles. She will return to Buffalo, where She is employed in a war plant and where her husband will spend WANTED a furlough before returning to the West Coast. Her First -class Ferris Wheel, Merry -Co- brother, Pfc. John Garrison, PAUL D. SPRAGUE is new pub- formerly with Kaus Exposition Shows, Round and Rocket Operator. Also has been in the marines since July, 1942. other Help. licity director of the Happyland MILLER AMUSEMENT Shows and also operates a photo AT DUNKIRK, N. Y., Mr. and Mrs. H. gallery on the show. He has long K. Leworthy are preparing to launch the ENTERPRISES been active on midways and in Worthy Shows, Inc. Leworthy reported La Grange, Ill. museums as talker, lecturer and that Marty Smith had completed an ex- agent. He has recovered from a tensive booking trip thru Central and lengthy illness which kept him off Western New York. Fay Lewis Is in the road most of last season. charge of quarters, where five show - WANTED owned rides are being conditioned, show CONCESSIONS AND ACT fronts redecorated and a front entrance PVT. AL DORSO, of Dorso (.i is under construction. SLILY 8TH -15TH Yanda, Gary, Ind., and Ozro McKelvogue, Show is set to Fort Wayne, Ind. Goodman, cookhouse and bingo op- open early in May. EVERETT VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY erators on the Cetlin & Wilson PENDING in city council, Gary, Ind., Call or Write JOHN M. SHEESLEY, general manager Shows, who is stationed at Camp is of the Mighty Sheesley Midway, a proposed ordinance providing that PAUL ENGLAND, Everett, Pa. stopped Crowder, Mo., has been assigned to all carnivals sponsored by military, re- off in Chicago April 13 on his way to the Signal Corps. Rochester, Minn., a ligious or charitable organizations will be for checkup. permitted to operate in the city without AGENTS WANTED QUICK LEO ARDUENGO, former special agent a permit. Measure, which was prepared of the Buckeye State Shows, visited Dod- in Baton Rouge, La., with the John R. by Richard S. Kaplan, associate counsel Male or Female for Ball Games. Pitch Till U Win, Ward Shows and opened Easter Sunday Penny Pitch and Pop Corn Wagon. Also Man for son's World's Fair Shows in Alexandria, of the American Carnivals' Association, Kiddie Auto Ride. Open here April 27. Write or wire La. in Wichita with Reynolds & Wells Shows is said to have the backing of all (vet- to big business. erans' organizations and an excellent MINNIE SIMMONDS chance of being passed. CONTINENTAL SHOWS has recovered MR. AND MRS. JOE MURPHY, for- Klogalan, from her illness and after spending some N. Y. time in Florida will return to Canada to merly of the World of Today Shows, went ALAMO EXPOSITION SHOWS moved FOR SALE join the Conklin Shows. from their home in Dallas to Oklahoma from Victoria, Tex., to Conroe, Tex., for City to visit several days with members an eight -day run starting April 8, under iferechel14pillman 40 Ft. 2 Abreast Merry -Go- of the shows during the dates there. He Round with 5 H.P. Elec. Motor and Wurlitzer, HASKEL AND WARD'S concessions, auspices of the American Legion Post, $800.00; 10 Car Kiddy Ride, 1 H.P. Motor, which will play defense towns in Mis- reported that he would enter the navy reported Ted Custer. Suicide Leo Simon $300.00; 8 Seat Kiddy Ferris Wheel. 1 H.P. 1 soon. is Motor, $300.00. All Rides operated last Beason sissippi, opened April to excellent busi- to open with high dive and fire act in and are ready to go. 4 Wheel Trailer, $75.00 ness in Union, Miss'., it was reported. Texas City. Business in Victoria was House Trailer, $100.00; Pop Corn Machine, 16 JOE TRACY EMERLING left Veterans' satisfactory. Blackie MacPeet purchased Ft. Tents, Cage and Laydowna. E. PEARSON, Hospital, Dayton, O., stopping a REMEMBER when a hand -carved wagon for a new house 8327 Knox Ave., No., Minneapolis, Minn, New trailer in Houston. General front was the last word in elegance? family visit in Albany, Ind., to join Agent Louis (Blackie) Ringold was back Dodson's World's Fair Shows in Monroe, for a few days. George Prosser was to M. A. SRADER SHOWS SEVERAL unsigned communications La., and to be lecturer on Ray Cramer's arrive to take over the Motordrome. Pat have reached the Confab desk recently. Side Show and to present his concession- Kelley has the Razzle Dazzle. Three Want to hook Pit Show with or without own outfit. In order to be published, all communica- illusion, Japanese Torture Mystery. more shows will be added in Texas City. Good proposition and good route. Want Manager for tions must be signed. Athletic Show. Can use Second Men on Rides. All are awaiting the engagement in Address: Salina, Kansas, until April 27th; Junc- SOME front talkers get fightin' mad when tion City follows. MIKE CONTI, who has been employed a customer calls 'em liars. Nothing gets a in Youngstown, O., for 18 months, was a man madder than the truth. -Cousin Peleg. WANT caller at Cincy offices of The Billboard April 10 on his way to join the Frank DETROIT may have two less carnivals Big Bally BINGO COUNTER MEN making headquarters there this season, come on. Opening Columbus, Ohio, with West Shows in Albany, Ga. IT'S remarkable 10 Conley. with a statement from Owner Elmer F. how a -cent Gooding, April 27. sign on a ducat box will attract OPENING April 15, Exposition -at -Home Cote, Wolverine Shows, that he would attention nowadays. JOHN GALLAGAN Shows played Elkton, Md., pens Jean not take out his rides because of shortage 511 E. BECK ST. COLUMBUS, OHIO Nadja, with some new show fronts. Bull of help, and F. L. Flack having an-

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Bi:lboard CARNIVALS 37 Galveston, which follows Texas City. Owner Jack Ruback was in Houston buying equipment for added attractions. Yeah! WHEELS Opening biz in Conroe was about the same as last season's. THERE should be enough rain- IN I THE OF ALL KINDS fall this spring to give the First - Tickets- Paddles- Laydowns REGULAR Associated Troupers in Los of Mays their basic training. Angeles April 4 referred to the board of Complete KENO Outfits governors after much discussion the question brought up by First Vice- Presi- ARMED FORTES SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT dent Joe Krug: "Should a member sud- WEATHER has been bad for the Hap - CARNIVAL pyland Shows Dearborn, where denly marry a non -professional, would in Mich., nation's fighting GAMES, STRIKERS, ETC, they will be till May 1, liberal spend- Showmen in the that party be eligible for membership." but friends The by -laws say no, as every member ing has made grosses consistent, said forces and their relatives and Still Available must have had at least five years in Paul D. Sprague, publicity director. are invited to send personal items, active seilvice in show business and not Heavy splurges of biz come during including rank and branch of service, EVANS' BIG PUSH changes of shifts at a near -by automo- this department. be over 60 years of age. It was unani- to Write for Catalog mously voted that members accepted bile war plant. Co -Owner William G. Dumas after April 1 be given paid -up cards to and Mrs. Dumas are settled in H. C. EVANS & CO. September 1, 1945. their new living trailer. Co -Owner John ALBERT GREENBERG, concessioner 1520 -28 W. Adams St., Chicago 7 F. Reid reported adding bookings on his with the W. G. Wade Shows, has been MIKE KREKOS, chairman of the return from a trip. Walter King is en- inducted into the army. building fund committee of the Pacific larging his corn game for the next spot. Coast Showmen's Association, said he New front is nearly completed for Eddie PVT. HOWARD J. WHITE, formerly of had mailed 1,000 $18.75 stamp books to Miller's girl show. Mrs. Bertha Whitting- Rogers' Greater Shows, is with Battery JIMMIE CHANOS SHOWS members, to be filled in and signed over ton has taken over dark -room duties in B., 50th F. A., APO 5, c/o Postmaster, to the committee and to be exchanged the photo concession. New York, N. Y. WANT for bonds to be used in building a home for the club in Los Angeles. He said he LAST year press agents had paper shortages HYMAN EISMAN, carnival concession- Legitimate Concessions, Pitch Till You Win, and war news to push aire member Michigan Show- was aiming to get returns of at least their stuff out-but and of the Hoop -La, Bumper Joint, Bingo, Cookhouse $10,000 from the stamp book drive which, election year is here to add to their grief. men's Association, has been inducted and is stationed at Fort Bragg, N. C. or Grab Joint, Caramel Corn. Will book any when added to what was on hand, would Show with No gate. No racket. put the organization within striking dis- ARTHUR P. CRANER, West Coast own outfit. tance of beginning work on the building showman, San Francisco, personal repre- SGT. JAMES SMITH, 34659456, former show opens April 29, Union City, Ind., on after the war. sentative of Mike Krekos, president oil concessionaire, is with Co. C., 717th Tank the Ohio side; Muncie, Ind., following week; West Coast Amusement Company, who Battalion, Fort Knox, Ky., after having all good territory. Answer all replies: spent two weeks in Los Angeles visiting been transferred from Camp Chaffee, Ark. piers, beaches, carnivals, circuses and 716 E. 4th St., Greenville, O., until April outdoor events, reported: "The season PVT. CLARENCE E. TIVNER, 35627297, 24th; then Union City, Ind. 20 got away to an early start, favored by former photo gallery operator on Hub - midsummer weather, but business seemed bard's Midway Shows, is with Battery A., to be spotty and whether grosses of 1943 334th F. A. Bn., APO 448, Fort Jackson, CRAFTS will be maintained will be determined S. C. BIG SHOWS by results of the July 4 period. Soldiers' I. K. Wallace Attractions camps, as a whole, are depleted, service- PERRY COWAN, former concession OPENING APRIL 29TH. WANT IMMEDIATELY agent on the Cetlin & Wilson Shows, re- men are much less in evidence at places Playing Lots In Philadelphia, Pa. of amusement than at any time since ceived overseas orders, according to a let- Auto -Skooter Foreman who ter received from him by his brother, WANT FOREMAN AND SECOND MAN FOR can re- the outbreak of the war and traveling manager. FERRIS WHEEL. Salary $40.00 and $30.00; pair cars. Sober and reliable. shows that will play industrial centers Bill Cowan, show's business Man for KIDDIE AUTO RIDE, $30.00 a week. If married wives can work on Concessions or Top salary. are gambling on peak business that may PVT. B. R. TRO'UTMAN, 38629357, for- Ticket Boxes. CAN PLACE Duck or Fish Pond, or may not come up to last season's." Palmistry, Photos and Cigarette Gallery, or write merly with Rubin & Cherry Exposition, what you have. No Wheels. Can place Agents. Also want man that can handle Hennies Bros.' Shows and last season Want to buy Electric Light Wire for Midway. front arch, act as doorman. Can NOTES from J. G. Steblar's Greater with Buckeye State Shows, is with Co. Bill Coyne, Gene, wire. Write or wire I. K. place Boss Canvasman; handle Shows by Mrs. Joseph Steblar: Season C., 6th Bn., A.R.T.C., Fort Knox, Ky. WALLACE, 1318 Spruce St., Philadelphia, Pa. side wall and crew. opened in Goldville, S. C., and did near capacity. Manager Johnnie Steblar is WILLIAM (BILL) HARDEN reported Help of kind. 'back after medical discharge from the from a hospital in Persia that a special Ride all Good pay, army. He and his brother, will long season, sunny Joseph, service outfit to entertain soldiers was FOR California. own and operate this season. Bob Alex- being formed and he hoped to be SALE Plus 7 and 10c mile to Truck and that andra joined with three concessions. transferred to it. NEW CLARION DE LUXE 120 P. A. SYSTEM Semi Drivers. Spot Ragland wants Hurbert Harlow and family are on for 4 25 -Watt Speaker, 200 Ft. Speaker Cable, 3 Ball Game Agent. Good proposi- the ninth season. In Laurens, S. C., GORDON J. ENGELBRINK, concession- Mikes. Used about 8 weeks. COST $455.00. tion. Write Oxnard, Calif., April weather was bad but business fair. Mrs. naire in Eastwood Park, Detroit, has WILL SACRIFICE AT $275.00. 17th -30th, inclusive. J. G. Steblar and daughter, Elizabeth, Joined the navy. His father, Michael purchased a new pan game. Show now Engelbrink, who has the park shooting LLOYD MATHIS Parsons, Kan. has four rides, three shows and 30 con- gallery, was discharged from the army cessions. Agent Tommie Scott is on a a year ago because of age. booking trip in-Virginia and West Vir- SECOND -HAND SHOW PROPERTY fOR SALE PFC. K, 5250.00 -REAL NOVELTY. Brand -new Indian ginia. Johnnie Steblar is general man- BUDDY B R O C 35409215, Teepee, R. 4.2 f4 round top, hand- painted Indian AMUSEMENT DEVICES ager; Joseph Steblar, assistant manager; "human pincushion," Infos that he has design. Special 8 Ft. Sldewall with hand -painted Mrs. been overseas since the invasion of North Indian design. Great flash for Concession Top. Joseph Steblar, treasurer; Elizabeth Cost $1600.00. MODERN DESIGN -DISTINCTIVE APPEAL Johnston, secretary, and Thelma Brewer, Africa, having sustained a shoulder $8.00 Used Fibre Salesman Stock Trunk. The Billboard sales agent. wound in the battle of Tunisia. His ad- WEIL'S CURIOSITY SHOP dress is 761 -394 Rep. Co., 1st Rep. Depot 12 Strawberry St. PhIladelphia, Pa. Moon Rocket O. C. BUCK SHOWS, which will open 9th Bn., Unit D., c/a Postmaster, New April 22 on the Armory lot in Troy, N. Y., York, N. Y. Sky Dive will play eight days before going to Menands, N. Y., reported Roy F. Peugh, CPL. MICKEY (JABONI) ZAFFARANO, HERMAN LIST Carrousels press agent. Billy Budrow and crew are 32783586, member of the National Show- readying men's Association and former conces- WANTS the Motordrome. George A. sionaire, Kiddie Auto Ride Hoar, concessionaire, arrived from Savan- writes from a field hospital Capable Concession People for all depart- nah and is assisting Sam Beatty, conces- overseas: "I'm one of the lucky soldiers ments. Opening with Jones Greater Shows, sion manager. Mr. and Mrs. Eddie Evans, in the Southwest Pacific to receive The Charleston, W. Va., Saturday, April 22nd. Billboard. It is like a long letter from Bud Dunavant, Tony Martinni, Fred and ALLAN HERSCHELL CO., Inc. Columbia, S. C., will again have popcorn, candy apples, Penny Arcade and several home." His address is 465th Amphibian Freda Wisenbaler, Edward Morris, please do Tank Company, APO 503, c/o Postmaster, not disappoint pie. No time to write, wire NORTH TONAWANDA, N. Y. games. Mr. and Mrs. Paul La Crosse me Care Grant Hotel, Charleston, W. Va. will have their usual concessions. George San Francisco. Dickman, Philadelphia, has been en- gaged as billposter. Mr. and Mrs. Luke Seifker came from Florida, he to handle Ride Foreman Wanted the three Diesel plants and she to work OCTOPUS ROLLOPLANE FLY -O -PLANE For Merry -Go-Round. Tilt -a- Whirl, Chairs-Plane. with concessions. Mr. and Mrs. Harry CONCESSIONS -Small Arcade, Cork Gallery, Schwartz, who arrived in Troy quarters, World's Most Popular Rides String Game, Darts, Pitch Games. Etc. will have frozen custard again. Jimmy Hurd is building a new show with mod- E. A. HOCK ernized front and indirect panel lighting, EYERLY AIRCRAFT CO., Manufacturers, Salem, Oregon 3011 Montrose Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. to be titled Girls. HOWARD POTTER WANTS C & V EXPO SHOWS' notes from For Western New York route, which will open in May. Manager M. N. Colegrove, Rochester, N. Stock Concessions. No percentage. Want Slum Stores, Y.: Pat Higgens is in charge of building Shooting Galleries, Penny Pitches, Cigarette Pitch, and painting. Show has delivery on Hoop La, Dart Stores. Novelties, Coca-Cola Bottles, taken UNITED LIBERTY SHOWS Pitch -'Till -Win and Apples. Want Ride Help and two more trucks and another trailer for other workmen. No age limit. Regarding New York the opening the first week in May. Capt. OPENING APRIL 29, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS State route write HOWARD POTTER, Buffed* 8tipws, Zone 14, Buffalo, Frank Vogts will come from the South WANT Cook House or Grab Joint, String Joint, Pitch Till U Win, Fish or Duck Pond, Roll Down, N. Y. to build two new concessions and get Bowling Alley, Cane Rack, Darts. BILL GERSBACK and FRANK LEWIS, write. John Walker wants Acts and Canvasmen for Sideshow. RIDE HELP, COME ON. WE WILL PLACE YOU. his act ready. The free -gate policy will All Shows and Concessions contracted report in Bloomington, Illinois. not later than April 27. All HOMER M. GINTHER be continued. Tony's cookhouse and Ride Help report in Bloomington, Illinois, by April 24, bear pitch have been booked. Roy Write: KEN MURRAY, BOX 284, BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS. WANTS Beams booked a ball game and slum. Experienced Agents for Pea Pool, Jingle Board and C. B. Swain is to have cigarette gallery Chuck. Wire, do not wrir,e, in care of and pitch. Walter CAPELL BROS.' SHOWS penny Pollack booked Norman, Okla., week of April 17 Coca -Cola, basketball darts and string WANTED FOR JOHN A. WALKER ATTRACTIONS game. Bert Hide built a new front for WITH KEN MURRAY'S UNITED LIBERTY SHOWS his Snake Show. Blondie Higgens has Open Bloomington. Ill., April 29. Side Show People, Team that does one or more Side Show Acts PATSY JONES WANTS the girl show. J. P. Johnston is stream- and Bally, Girls for Illusions and Bally. Midget, Fat, Fire, Cushion. Handless Helen. write. Good Annex Attraction, plenty flashy wardrobe. Boss Canvasmen to double tickets and grind. Slim McCoy, lining his photos and striker. Jerry write. Want Man and Wife to run my FOR POSING AND Mechanical City. Want Girls for my Girl Show. Team, man on GIRLS DANCING. Wright being army bound, Mrs. front, wife inside. This is a real outfit. plays Illinois State Aid Fairs, July 1 to Oct. 1. No money Jean and Kitty, wire. Wright will carry on with duckpond and clothes - advanced before arrival. No booze or rough conduct. State lowest salary, Will.buy P. A. Set. All mail to JOHN A. WALKER, Care Trailer Park, 511'/: W. Front St., Bloomington, Illinois. BRIGHT LIGHTS SHOWS, Buchanan, Va. (See MIDWAY CONFAB on page 49)

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N O., said he would operate his corn game and other concessions with the Gooding American Carnivals Shows, opening in Columbus April 27. Ralph Robinson, who has had concessions on Fidler's United Shows, left for Pa- Association, Inc. ducah, Ky., to join the Al Baysinger " first Things Tlirst" Shows. Howard Brandt, Gordon -Howard By MAX COHEN Company, Kansas City, Mo., was here ROCHESTER, N. Y., April 15.-During this week. King Leon, former owner of Our first responsibility is to the men at the Fighting early years of the association it was King's United Shows and now in conces- comparatively easy to plan visitations on sion business, arrived Tuesday, saying he Fronts and our policy of 100% co- operation with Uncle Sam short notices, but increased membership would operate some concessions on the Cavalcade of Amusements. Charles T. as evidenced by the award of the Army -Navy E pennant has made it difficult to make plans on for short notice. Member shows are requested Womack, for the past two seasons with our "all -out" war effort. to contact ACA offices if they are inter- Moore's Modern Shows, will not go out, ested in being included in a visitation having taking a post with a commercial At this time we regret that it is impossible to accept program. As a result of the intensive firm here. year's program planned, including a April 12 quarters of Al Wagner's Caval- civilian orders until the end of the war. Then we will be membership drive and activities being cade of Amusements were notified that conducted by the public relations fund, Capt. Bruce Chester, manager of the Deep able and happy to take care of your canvas needs. a larger number of visitations will be re- Sea Exhibit, had been found dead in his quired and trips must begin earlier than cabin at Collinsville, nl., that night. He usual. had been readying his exhibit and had The visitation program was adopted not appeared ill. Remains were taken and has been continued annually with a to the Shroupel Undertaking Parlors, ARM SOWERS L CO. view to affording an opportunity to Collinsville, to await an inquest. Burial members and their personnel to discuss cannot be arranged until his relatives are with the ACA representative at first- located, Wagner said. Ci[)* MANUFACTURERS OF hand problems pertaining to their shows. Tom Sharkey arrived from Chicago It also gives the association an op- and Bill Kane from the South to take portunity to obtain first -hand informa- charge of the Cavalcade neon department. tion on subjects paramount in the minds Mr. and Mrs. A. J. (Whitey) Weiss came NAY flflVP5 00015 of members during the period of actual from Fort Lauderdale, Fla., stopping In operation and affords an opportunity for Shreveport, La., to visit Barney S. Ger- the association representative to speak ety. All work in quarters is on schedule, to the personnels of member shows PHILADELPHIA. PA. CHICAGO. ILL. where managements desire such talks. The schedule this year will not be limited i by proximity to association offices, but will also be handled by associate counsel WANT -BINGO CALLER in the Middle West, South and in Canada. Endy Bros.' Shows have furnished some Must be tops, $50.00 per week and exceptional publicity items showing use percentage, that can stand prosperity. WANTED -RIDE HELP of the legend, "Member ACA." While No time to write, join by wire. the Treasury Department has announced Address: E. C. Drumm, Mgr., the Fifth War Loan Drive will start GREATER Springfield, Ohio June 12, it has as yet been unable to Peppers All State Shows For GOODING SHOWS April 20 -May 6, Inc. give a favorable answer with reference Gadsden, Ala. Address: Charles O'Brien, to an industry War Bond drive under AMERICAN EXPOSITION Mgr., Alliance, Ohio auspices of the association because of the Also SHOWS April 20 -29, Inc. present set -up in which activities in each State are handled by State committees. WANT Employers in the industry who have One Scholia Ice Shaver; will pay good price. been struggling with government reports Want Help -Men or Women for two Cigarette Pitches and Pop Corn. on withholding taxes and have been at- For Sale -One new 14x10 Tent and Frame; tempting, with under -sized office staffe, positively new. Have two Big Toms that go Royal Exposition Shows to keep abreast of the many and complex with It. For Sale -One Nashville Mfg. Candy Floss. returns required to be filed, are due for Make me a reasonable offer. Wants to join at once Merry -Go -Round Foreman (Ed Libey, have good proposition for you), if Ferris Wheel Foreman (Carl Kepley, Clarence Vincent and others, get in touch). Can use some relief the pending tax simplifica- small, neatly framed Penny Arcade. Will book or buy Roll -o -Plane with truck to transport tion bill is enacted. Altho primary pur- GEO. HAMILTON same. Must be in A -1 condition. Will book new style Tilt -a -Whirl with own transportation, pose of the bill is to simplify tax returns 460 N. 24th St., East St. Louis, Ill. also Octopus. Want one or two small Shows with own outfits. This show playing Florida which must be filed by each individual and Georgia entire season, right up town where the people are. WE NEVER CLOSE. Wauchula, its provisions go beyond this purpose Fla., until April 29th; then Sebring, Fla. All address as per route: I. P. BOLT, Manager. and simplification provisions are con- WANTED tained which will aid taxpayers in other First and Second Men on Tilt -a- Whirl. Ferris 'Wheel respects. Foreman and 32 -Ft. Allan Herscheil Merry -Go. The bill, as now drawn, proposes a new Round Foreman. Top salary. HADJI DELGARIAN schedule of withholding rates applicable 2303 N. Melvina Chicago, III. GREAT SUTTON SHOWS to pay rolls after January 1, 1945, which Phone: Berkshire 7964 will reduce clerical work and which OPENING OSCEOLA, ARK., SATURDAY, APRIL 22 would make for automatic refunds with- WANT RIDE HELP FOR ALL RIDES. Will pay top salaries. Ride Help, come on. Carl Prewitt, out any further computation on the part Wants -Johnny Caruso -Wants come on. CAN PLACE ONE MORE MAJOR RIDE -O- PLANE, OCTOPUS -ROLL OR FLY -O- of employer or employee. This prolvision Agents for Roll Downs, Razzie Dazzle. Slum Skillo PLANE. CAN ALWAYS PLACE STOCK CONCESSIONS OF ALL KINDS. of shows. Sit Joints. Help in all departments. Tickets if t All Address: FRANK M. SUTTON, OSCEOLA, ARK. should aid office staffs most know you. Tommy Callaham, Norman Ballenger, The bill also has a proposal to eliminate Kennedy, Toney the Wop and Pat, wire roe. Open the age limit for dependents, thus per- April 22nd, Johnson City, Tenn., with J. J. mitting parents to claim exemption for PAGE SHOWS. children in school, tho over 18, as well GEREN'S UNITED SHOWS as for jobless children living at home. Merry -Go -Round For Sale Want Bingo, legitimate Stock Stores. Want Shows: Monkey, Snake, Fat, War, Fun -House, An increase in this exemption to $500 is any except Girl. Seymour, Indiana, April 29th to May 6th; Shelbyville, May 8th to 13th, also proposed from the present $350 52 Ft. 4 Abreast Park Type, sell or trade for positively downtown, sponsored by Police Department; Richmond, 14 days, Athletic Park, allowance. Portable Ride, any kind. first in. If you want with a show that will put you in the spots, get with Geren for '44. Altho several provisions would increase Featuring Capt. Billy Sells Lion Act. Lot at Seymour open to move on April 24th. All replies: A. D. SHARPE the tax burden of those whose income Stoddard Hotel MARSHALLTOWN, IOWA W. R. CEREN, SEYMOUR, INDIANA. is derived from partially tax -exempt federal bonds and from capital gains, the bill, as a whole, in our judgment, Mississippi Park Shows will be of considerable help to the carni- WANTED -C. C V. EXPO SHOW -WANTED val industry. Want for Permanent Park, Blloal, Mississippi Pop Corn, Snow Ball, Candy Apples, any Con- Gala Opening May 8th, Firemen's Celebration. cession working for Stock. Address all communira. Want Free Act, Cannon or High Aerial. Can place Bingo, Penny Arcade. Few legitimate tions to GEO. CAIN, Gen. Del., Biloxi, Mississippi. Concessions open. Holman's Rides can place Ridemen for Merry -Go- Round, Wheel andl St. Louis Swing. Two Agents for Ball Games. Help in all departments. Address: M. N. COLEGROVE, 515 MEIGS ST., ROCHESTER 7, N. Y. ST. LOUIS, April 15. -With rain and P.S.: All people contracted acknowledge this ad. cold continuing, shows on the lots here WANT are still waiting for a break. Cecil Agents for Swinger, Razzie Dazzle. Mexican Turner and Jack Price, co -owner and Joe, wire Meyers. publicity director Turner Bros.' Shows, were visitors Wednesday on a buying trip. MOONEY CONCESSIONS STAFFORD'S UNITED SHOWS Show opens in Springfield, Ill., April 21. M. A. Srader Shows Salina, Kan. Open at Holt Rd. Cr 67 Highway, April 15th to the 22nd; Madison & Troy Ave., Bill Johnson, custard machine operator, Indianapolis, Ind., 24th to the 30th. who wintered here, will leave next week SPECIAL Can use a few more Concessions: Basket Ball, Coca -Cola Bottle, Pitch -Till -U -Win, Hoopla, for Osceola, Ark., having booked with the Fish Pond, String, Cigarette Gallery, Bumper. Help: Ride Men, Concession Agents, Show Great Sutton Shows. Rex Howe is oper- DRINK MACHINE like kind. People. Jerry & Kay and Mrs. Spaulding, come on. Would to buy Animals of any ating a Penny Arcade here and who will Will do its own ballyhoo work. Wonderful where RALPH STAFFORD, Cen. Del., Indianapolis, Indiana. have concessions, restaurant and pool in Apple Cider can be sold. Call on Sylvan Beach Park, also has concessions on five lots with shows at present. GOLD MEDAL CANDY CORP. John Gallagan, here from. Columbus, 2887 W. Sth St. BROOKLYN. N. Y. WANTED J. R. EDWARDS SHOWS WANTED OPEN WOOSTER, OHIO, APRIL 29TH KAUS EXPOSITION SHOW WANTS Can place Shows with your own outfit, 25 . Concessions -Bowling Alley, High Striker, Legitimate Concessions of all kinds, Custard, Arcade. Roll -o- Plane. Shows with own Penny Pitch, Pan Store, Custard. Can place Banner Man. Want Second Men for Merry -Go- transportation. Good proposition. Ray Ayers, Charley Fag Ponsiana, get in touch with Dick Round, Tilt -a- Whirl, Ferris Wheel and Chair Plane. Perry Stoltz, write. Red Carland, come Harris. Earle Tilghman wants Man -Wife Agents and Electrician Helper. Have for Sale -Two 100 KVA Transformers. Grind Store Agents, get in touch with Dick Harris. on or wire. Address all mail and wires to J. R. EDWARDS SHOWS, 233 N. Buckeye St., Wooster, Ohio A. I. KAUS, Manager, this week, Sanford, N. C.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard CARNIVALS 39 / 3000 BINGO Outdoor Notes Advertising- in the Billboard since ioás No. 1 Cards, heavy white, 5x7. No duplicate caries. DAY NIGHT SERVICE 85 cards, $9.50; 50 cards, $4.00; 75 cards $4 50 ROLL 100 cards, $5.50; 150 cards, $8.25; 200 cards, By VIRGINIA KLINE SHIE& WITHIN 24 HOURS $11; 250 cards, $13.75; 300 cards, $18.50. FOLDED TICKETS WHEN REQUESTED Remaining 2700 cards $5 per 100 for cards only SALEM, Ore.-The war effort has -markers or tally omitted. slowed up publishing of the promised * Absolute Accuracy * Dependable Delivery * Finest Workmanship No. 3 cards- Heavy, Green, Yellow, Red -Any booklet on after the war by * Best of Materials * Perfect Packing * $50,000.00 Bonded Guarantee set of 50 or 100 cards, card Se. amusements per H. G. MCQueston, Portland, Ore., as his 1 2 secretary joined the WACS, but he is CASH WITH ORDER PRICES - SPECIALLY PRINTED - SIZE x going on with his work and the book is 10,000-$7.15 50,000..$13.75 90,000-$20.35 250,000-$46.75 3000 KENO 55.00 Made in 30 sets or 100 cards each. Played in 8 now in the hands of printers. 20,000.. 8.80 60,000.. 15.40 100,000.. 22.00 300,000.. rows across the caris -not up and down. Light- Walter Hale, publicity impresario, for- 30,000.. 10.45 70,000.. 17.05 150,000.. 30.25 500,000.. 88.00 weight card. Per set of 100 cards, tally card, calling markers, $3.50. merly with the Conklin Shows, Fairly Ls 40,000.. 12.10 80,000.. 18.70 200,000.. 38.50 1,000,000..170.50 LIGHT WEIGHT BINGO CARDS Little Shows and Hennies Bros.' Shows Above prices for any wording desired. For each change of wording and color add $3.00. White, Green, Yellow, Black on white, postal card and others, who is located in Portland, For change of color only. add 5Oc. No order for lessthan10,000 tickets of a kindor color. thickness. Can be retained or discarded. 3,000, alas publishes a weekly booklet on "Where 5x7, per 100, $1.25. In lots of 1,000, $1 per 100. Calling markers, extra, 50e. To Go and What To See in Portland ?' STOCK TICKETS WELDON,WILLIAMS & LICK Large Numbers Board, S In. type, 4 ft. by 15 Easter greetings were numerous, Ruth 2000 PER ROLL FOPZ-r SMITH, ARK_ ft., In 3 collapsible rections, non -electrical $75.00 Martone, corresponding secretary of the 3,000 Jack Pot Slips (strips of 7 numbers), 1 ROLL 75c TICKETS SUBJECT TO FEDERAL TAX MUST SHOW NAME OF PLACE, per 1,000 1.25 Kansas City Auxiliary, remembered many f 5 ROLLS ....a 60c ESTABLISHED PRICE, TAX AND TOTAL. THEY MUST BE CONSECUTIVELY 0 M. W. Cards, 5x7; White, Green, Red, friends with beautiful cards with a per- 10 ROLLS .... @ SOc NUMBERED FROM 1 UP UNTIL 500,000 HAS BEEN REACHED. Yellow, $2.00 per 100. sonal greeting them. Viola Fairly 8,000 Small Thin "Brownie" Bingo Sheets. on 7 colors, pads of 25. Size 4x5, per 1,000 1.25 chose cards with Easter lilies on them, 8,000 Featherweight Bingo Sheets, Sala x8. Hattie and George Howk had spring Loose, $1.40 per M. flowers for the theme and Sophia Carlos Round Gray Cardboard Markers, 1800 for 1.00 Thin Plastic; Markers, brown color, M 2.00 sent gay cards with pictures enclosed of All above prices are transportation extra. Catalog the two talented chimps from Belle Isle, and sample carde free. No personal checks accepted. Detroit. One can always look for Clara -PEPPERS Immediate delivery. Zeiger to be different. Her greeting con- want ALL STATE SHOWS-want tained a small cloth sock, with two heart - J. M. SIMMONS & CO. shaped tags attached with "Heart of Gadsden, Ala., Across From Post Office, April 17th to 22d 19 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago 4, Illinois America Auxiliary" on them and a poem, asking the recipient to fill the sock for WANT CONCESSIONS: String Joint, Dart Joint, Coca -Cola Joint, Bumper Joint, Scales, the Kansas City Auxiliary to buy War Bowling Alley, Cane Rack, Heart Shape Hoopla, Jewelry. Will sell Ex. on a neat Bonds with. She is president this year Photo Gallery. and has started early to make a good WANT RIDE HELP: Foreman for Allan Herschel) Kiddy Ride, Second Men for Ferris LOOK -LOOK -LOOK showing while she is in the chair, Wheel, Chair -o -Plane and Flying Twister. Top wages. WANT SHOWS: Funhouse, Crime Show, Illusion Show, Fat Show (Jumbo Finn, get in touch with me: will furnish trans- In the Heart of Pensacola, Florida When Walton de Pellaton bought his portation and top). WANT: Barkers for Snake Show, Girl Show. Ticket Sellers. new house trailer de luxe there was a Million dollar payrolls. Central transfer for all BOBBY Gadsden, Ala. city and navy busses at front gate. Post Office name engraved on the body of the trailer, Wire SICKELS, Manager, and all theaters across the street; Palafox and the linen and the stationery that looked Gregory. Pensacola Amusement Park can place like Japanese to him, namely, Hassay- Concessions, Rides, Shows. Anything that doesn't conflict-only one of a kind. Can use Popcorn, ampa. On demanding that the name be Fishpond, Pony Ride, Funhouse, String Game, removed, he was informed that the word Coca -Cola Bottles, Basketball and Ballgames, was Mexican and was Drinks, Lunch, etc. If you want a good spot the name of a river WANT>. year round without travel address at once: in Arizona made famous by Arizona writ- ers because of a legend that "Anyone RIDE FOREMAN AND SECOND MEN FOR TILT -A- WHIRL, MERRY -GO- ROUND, CHAIR - Box D -201 of waters THE -LOOP. FIRST -CLASS MECHANIC THAT CAN KEEP MOTORS, TRUCKS The Billboard, Cincinnati 1, 0. partaking the of the Hassa- PLANE, LOOP- or JOHN FRENKEL, City Clerk, City Hall, yampa will turn into a liar." He wrote IN A -1 SHAPE. ALSO SOBER, RELIABLE TRUCK DRIVERS; TOP SALARY TO THOSE THAS or see PRESTON on grounds. Pensacola, Fla, that as for some time there has been a CAN QUALIFY. EXCESSIVE DRINKING THE CAUSE OF THIS ADVERTISEMENT. CAN USE legend that he held the uncontested title HELP OF ALL KINDS. PHOTOS AND CUSTARD OPEN. of the tallest untruthteller (polite spell- GOOD COOKHOUSE ing), he had decided to let the name stay on the trailer and try to live up to the challenge. ROGERS GREATER SHOWS HELP WANTED My big brother, Art Brainerd, fell from WEEK APRIL 17TH, MT. VERNON, ILL.; WEEK APRIL 24TH, CHRISTOPHER, ILL. FOR FLY -O -PLANE AND OTHER RIDES. a high ladder at the Tower Theater, Kan- Come on -don't write or wire. Will place sas City, Mo., where he is maintenance you! This show is booked until Christmas, man. Four stitches were taken over his and a very good chance to work all of left eye, he broke the third finger on his JOHN F. REIDD ¿)c WIL AM G. DUMA; the winter. right hand and fractured ribs on the left side. A pretty big boy, the fall shook him up considerably, but his wife says he PERMANENT ADDRESS CHAS. T. GOSS 3633 SEYBURN AVE. still has a fair appetite, so he must be Care Dodson's World's Fair Shows 1H DETROIT 14. MICH. holding his own. a PHONE -.- PL 7924 Little Rock, Ark., April 19 to 29 Lee Eyerly has planted many acres of ppiilaud his Salem ranch, but he peppermint on Shows-If you have your own equipment and transportation we can offer you a proposition that declares that it will in no way help the will make you think Santa Claus Is ne longer a myth. We play the most Ideal money territory In dearth of peppermint gum in the North- the country and put you within a stone's throw of the city hall In many of our proven spots. Want to her from Glass House, Animal or Monkey Show, Fat Show, Midget Show, Snake Show west. or WHAT HAVE YOU. Top salaries to good Ride Help. Will book or buy Rell.o- Plane, Spitfire, Gentsch & Sparks Shows Fly -a- Plane. Want at once, capable Ride Superintendent. Ferris Wheel Foreman, Merry -Go -Round Foreman. Can place a good Billposter, especially Interested In one with own truck. WANT JJJ HAS TOP TAKE (Continued front page 34) Big Snake, Illusion Show, Mechanical City. Also Ride Help. Charlie Bailey wants Skillo Ann, Follies Revue; Carl J. Lauther's Od- and Roll Down Agents. Polock wants one dities, including Emmett Bejano and Per - Grind Store Agent. Ross Crawford wants cilla; Jerry Mady; Lady Crystal, mental- Musicians and Performers for Minstrel. ist, and Art Converse and the "Gay New WANTED TO BUY Grenada, Miss., this week. Orleans" Minstrel Revue. Show ran as hour and was emseed by Walter D. Octopus or Roil -O -Plane Nealand. Dr. John La Marr, show phy- Want Foreman forTilt -a- Whirl. Man and Wifo or Man to take full charge of Bingo. Men sician, was stage manager. for Snow Ball and Pop Corn. Agents for new built Concessions, Coca -Cola Bottles, Clothes Morris Lipsky's concessions had a Pin and other Grind Stores.. Will book Photo Gallery. H. O. Edgar, contact Fred Boswell WANTED big week. Among visitors were Sam at once. E. Prell, Cash Miller, Charles Powell, SEVEN DAY PARK - NO TEAR DOWNS Joe Prell, Endy Bros. and Prell Shows; CARMEL CORN MAN R. F. Judy, World of Mirth Shows, and COLUMBIA AMUSEMENT PARK One who can make taffy. Work year around. Tom and Jeanette Terrill, retired and in Address Mail and Wires to S. B. WEINTROUB, West Columbia, S. C. Address: cafe business there. George Reinhardt's midway cafeteria, for showfolk exclu- CARL CALLIE sively, is an innovation. Joe Redding, Summit Beach Park AKRON, OHIO who joined as business manager, laid out the lot. LAWRENCE GREATER SHOWS RIDES and shows will be furnished by WANT FOR the F. E. Gooding Amusement Company BLACKSTONE, VA. (CAMP PICKETT), TWO WEEKS, MAY 1ST TO 13TH Dansville, New York for the annual Firemen's Celebration and Annual Old Home Week of Punxsutawney (Pa.) SNAKE SHOW, MONKEY SHOW - We have modern front, 75 feet long. JULY 4th AND FIREMEN'S CELEBRATION Fire Department, reported celebration ROLL -O- PLANE, OCTOPUS Center Main St. Location, Defense Center. secretary F. E. Smith. CONCESSIONS - Arcade, Photo Studio, Ball Games and All Stock Concessions. July 3rd to July 8th, Inc. No Wheels or Coupon Stores. Can use good Show. Can place Scales, Ai ONE HIGH SENSATIONAL FREE Striker, Photo and other legitimate Concessions. WATCH THE LETTER LIST ACT. HELP Write or Wire IS RIDE - Second Men for all Rides. T. P. TOMASIK, Secy., Dansvlllo, N. Y. EACH WEEK. MAIL ADVER- TISED ONLY ONE TIME. All Address: HIGH POINT, N. C., THIS WEEK.

WANT - ORGANIZED COLORED SHOW -WANT Sunset Amusement Company Good Colored Organized Show with band and wardrobe; prefer one with transportation for people, we will furnish complete new outfit with Fulton Blue Top, 42x62. Guaranteed salaries from office and OPENING SATURDAY, APRIL 29, EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, 10 -50 on profits. Sol Speight, Scottie, Rucker. write details; pay own wires. Show to open Concord. MO. N. C., May 8th. Colored Performers and Musicians, write Fat Kelly. Sparky Jones, get in touch Want Grab Joint or Cookhouse. We have the points. Can use a few more 10c Stores. Have with us. We play Kannapolis April 24th to May 6th; Concord, N. C. in town. May 8th to 15th; then Lenoir, Morganton and Newtolf.Concessions -Fish Pond, Duck Pond, String Game. Mr. Drew Jr., wire. 2 outfits open for Girl Shows. Want other Shows with own outfits. Ray Wheelock wants Athletic Show talent. Can use Arcade and Second Men on Rides. Will book Chair -o- Plane, L. C. McHENRY, Mgr., Hamlet, N. C., this week; then Kannapolis, N. C. Loop -o- Plane, Ponies or Roll -o- Plane. NOTE: We play Galax, Va., July 4th. 701 N. MAIN STREET EXCELSIOR SPRINGS, MO.

www.americanradiohistory.com 40 The Billboard CIRCUSES April 22, 1944 Conducted by CHARLES WIRTH -Communications to 25 Opqra Place, Cincinnati 1, O GATES SOAR AT BOW -INS Ringling Pace Moving Grief HM Pull Heavy Dailey Straws In Initial 6 at Up in Garden; Doesn't Halt For Getaway in Mats Sell -Outs Bison City Date Lone Star State BUFFALO, April 15. -First three days of the engagement of the Hamid- Morton Aussie Shows Circus, which opened Monday, had al- Advance Sales Hold most full houses at the six performances, New Railer Sprung CHICAGO, April 15. Handicaps im- reported Edwin Ziegler, assistant general NEW YORK, April 15. -The Ringling posed by the war have -curtailed but not chairman of the Ismailia Temple Shrine WACO, Tex., April 15.-Dailey Bros.' circus, well into its second week at Madi- stopped operation of circuses in Austra- event. Show, the 10th annual, ends to- Circus, owned by Ben Davenport and 8on Square Garden, is running smoothly lia, where traveling conditions are none day in Memorial Auditorium. Attend- wife, went into the barn last December 4 and attendance figures are keeping pace too good, even in peacetime. No longer ance was well on the way to outdoing as a truck show and it emerged April 1 with those of last year. After the SRO can the tented shows travel by train, all all previous records. Advance sale was as a complete railroad show. The train (War Bonds only) opening night, April rolling stock having been pre -empted for heavy. of steel cars is very attractive, the color 5, attendance dropped during the re- war needs, but the shows continue to Henry P. Bronkie was again general scheme being aluminum and orange, with mainder of the week, averaging 10,000 chairman, and Bob Morton emsee and lettering done by Willie Rawls. The move about the country by truck. and fur- per performance. Since Sunday all mat- returned general manager of the show. sleepers are finely equipped inees have been sellouts, and night Billy Ward, aerialist, recently Advance publicity (newspaper, radio, nished, Mrs. Eva Davenport having given houses have been averaging 12,200. from a six -year stay in the Antipodes, posters, etc.) was handled excellently, her personal attention to the details. Management's breakdown of the take gives some interesting sidelights on pres- Pete Lindemann is trainmaster. ent -day trouping in Australia. Number especially by The Buffalo Evening News, thru April 15 is: Total paid attendance, has which shares in the proceeds of the cir- All canvas is new and every top has 242,600; receipts, $485,200. of circuses now on the road there cus for its Smokes for Soldiers fund. been parafined. Altho temporarily work- Ticket brokers in the vicinity of the been greatly reduced, he says. Principal (See HM in Buffalo Bow on page 59) ing with a short crew, Ralph Noble is Garden are doing thriving business, as shows still operating are Wirth's, Holden getting the show up promptly and gets when the SRO signs go up at the circus Bros.' and Perry Bros.' circuses, of which it to the train before midnight. Manage- ticket windows the latecomers rush the Wirth's is by far the largest. There are ment has three new light plants. nearest dugouts. Advance sales are a number of small circus units playing CB Out for War The performance, under direction of much the same as last year's despite the vaude houses in larger cities. Leon Snyder, is running two hours, extra time that the show will be here Since show owners no longer can ship with the musical program directed by this season. Here again the brokers their paraphernalia by rail, they are us- Bond Record Frank Rossi. Three rings are used and benefit, as many people wilt at the sight ing charcoal- burning trucks instead, are full most of the time. of the triple lines besieging the advance (See Aussie Shows Moving on page 59) LOUISVILLE, April 15. - Finishing The menagerie is without a monkey, (See Ringling in Garden on page 59) touches are being put on the acts, ward- due to the fact that recently the three robe and eqquipment at Cole Bros.' quar- two -year -old tigers broke thru the parti- ters preparatory to opening here April 20. (See Straws for Dailey on page 59) Harry Waters Gives Two performances are slated for Thurs- B -R Strikes day, Friday and Saturday with a matinee $50,000 for New Home Sunday, after which the circus will go to Owensboro, Ky., Owner Zack Terrell's Cronin Playing home town. L. A. Bonanza DERRY, N. H., April 15. -Harry (Dare - This year the show is out to beat its 7 Days in Hollywood LOS ANGELES, April 15. -First week- Devil) Waters, who was given favorable 1943 record of more than $1,000,000 in end of a 24-day stand here proved a mention in a contest conducted by The War Bond sales. The local drive opened HOLLYWOOD, April 15. -S. L. Cronin's bonanza with three shows on Easter Sun- Billboard in 1939, has given the Derry Thursday at a downtown department Circus got off to a good start on the first day for the Clyde Beatty- Russell Bros.' Athletic Association, of which he has (See Cole Seeks Bond Top on page 59) two days of a seven -day engagement here Circus, headed by Art Cancello as gen- been a member for more than 25 years, at Cahuenga and Santa Monica boule- eral manager. Show debuted in near- $50,000 to build a home for the associa- vards. Show moved in Thursday from by Santa Ana March 20, moving to tion when building restrictions are re- Reo To Play North Hollywood, where it had played Oceanside and later to San Diego for a moved. He is the last of the famous three days. Cronin bowed in El Monte five -day stand. Opening here April 7, Flying Waters family. Born in a Pullman Sponsored Dates April 1, playing to a good stand two business started off well. Show stacks car while his parents were traveling with days. April 3 was dark, show 'being in up well and moves smoothly for an hour the Ringling Bros.' circus, he started his CAMDEN, N. J., April 15. -Reo Bros.' Pasadena April 4 to 8. Easter Sunday was and 45 minutes. First half is made career at age of five. He is now 57. Circus, motorized, will open early in a dark one, with show starting a three - strong with wild animal acts handled He has played in vaude units all over May for a season of sponsored engage- day run in North Hollywood and follow- by Clyde and Harriett Beatty and Albert the United States and traveled around ments. Performance will be staged under ing with a night off before the local (See B -R L. A. BONANZA on page 59) the world five times practicing his pro- a new 70 -foot tent with three 40's. A run. Out for 15 days the show has had fession. On his last trip he spent seven side show will be carried. three dark nights, intentionally skedded months in Japan. In 1919 he married Lloyd Reo is manager and Edward to facilitate moving. Labor needed to Nina Morrison, of Derry, who died several Schuster general agent. Tex Magee will get the show up and down is none too St. Louis Shrine years ago. Waters was an intimate friend be in charge of transportation, Joe Con- plentiful in this area. of the late Harry Houdini. He has made way will handle publicity, and Edna Mae Local run was heralded with good pub- Again to Packs his home in Derry since 1919. Watkins will be equestrian director. licity thru the War Bond drive. Com- munity's largest department store gave ST. LOUIS, April 15,--Thomas N. one of its best located windows in an- Packs signed contracts here Tuesday to nouncing the show's tie -up with the War produce and direct the St. Louis Moolah Bond drive. Owner Cronin has set aside Temple Shriners combined circus and Won, Horse & Epp Combined Circus a number of seats at each performance, fireworks display July 2 -8 at the Public allowing admission and a reserved seat Schools' Stadium. An Equine and Canine Paradox -The Show With a Leaf of Gold (See Cronin in Hollywood on page 59) Packs staged a similar show for the By STARR DE BELLE Shriners here last July, which drew capacity crowds. The Temple circus com- Peru, Ind. ing the night and that it wasn't Impos- Show f ollc Find Train mittee is made up of Roy Woodworth, April 15, 1944. sible for the haystack to have blown Dear Editor: away. As we are feeding our people in Butchering Profitable potentate; Dan M. Kerckhoff, general many vege- (See S. L. Shrine to Packs on page 59) If you have never wintered in another the Jacobs cookhouse and show's quarters as an uninvited guest, tables are raised on his farm, the bosses CHICAGO, April 15. -The tremendous you don't know what day -and -dating haven't been able to settle for their share amount of train travel these days and Siegrist Club Notes another, while in the barn, means. Ac- of the bill because our secretary can't the consequent increased demand of cording to the office, Won, Horse & Upp figure the difference in prices of home- passengers for food and drink has opened CANTON, O., April 15.-Plans are be- Circus will open in a week. The only grown and store -purchased foods. up a profitable field for many former ing mapped by club directors for a sum- thing that is holding it here is the tra- About 10 days ago the bosses sent their circus men, most of them from the mer festival, first to be held inside the dition of not opening a circus season Bannerman and general agent, who also concession stands. These boys, skilled city here in many years. Louis Leich- until on or after May 1 plus the short operates an outside juice stand, to in the art of selling, have found the tamer, concessionaire, leaves soon to bank roll. We have had our troubles Hoosier Hollow, Ind., to set it as an crowded trains of the Central and Middle join a Gooding unit, opening in Colum- here because two circuses in the same opening stand. Until yesterday the town West a bonanza. bus. He win have his cookhouse and quarters are too many. For some reason was unbooked because our agent said The limited facilities of the diners pro- root beer stand. our lumber has been getting mixed up it was a bad root -beer -barrel date. Man- vide food for only a small percentage of Jack Hamilton (the Great Knoll) with theirs and, as all lumber looks alike, ager Upp advised the bannerman to book the passengers. The remainder have to sends greetings to fellow club members our men can't tell it apart. We are will- it and start to work so that paper could depend upon sandwiches and coffee, from Windsor, Can., where he is inter- ing to admit that we arrived here on the be ordered. We only needed dates, as the chocolate, fruits and soft drinks dis- ested in staging a several weeks' rodeo cuff, which doesn't mean that some of "special paper" which we mentioned or- pensed by the butchers. On a 300 or and thrill show. Dorey Miller, general our concessionaires and ticket sellers are dering a month ago, arrived and our men 400 -mile run, such as from Cincinnati agent, and Bobby Burns visited club broke. are busy erasing the words, "Sample to Chicago, St. Louis to Columbus, Chi- officials, while making Eastern Ohio con- Another thing that looked a bit off - Copy." cago to Cleveland, etc., the crowds de- tracts for Wallace Bros.' Circus. color was that when they spread red Visitors during the week included Cur - mand a great amount of food and drink, Larry Fallon, Akron, is readying his paint, our painters used a like color. ey Hupp, butcher; Doc Duke Graf, vet- and seldom do the butchers have suf- bingo and other concessions for a late Manager Upp has a receipt to prove that erinary; Slats Day, blacksmith; Slow - ficient goods to last them thru the trip. April start in district amusement parks. he bought the paint four years ago Speed Newman, wagon painter; Two -By- Among the former circus boys who are Charles Siegrist, troupe is playing army while wintering at Layover, Ga. When Four Stuber, lumberman, and several lo- now butchers are Charles Frank, Nate camps in the South. a haystack on his farm disappeared dur- cal lawyers. Alberts, Allen King, "Rosy" Rosenberg, New members are F. E. Gooding, John- ing the night Terrell Jacobs came over Just received a report from the boas Curly Hays, Red Ball, Robert Pashioan, ny Enright, H. Deal and Byron Himmel. to our barn to eye up the hay pile. We biller at our opening town. Said that Joe Dersey, George Lilly, Vernon Cash Reported by Rex McConnell, secretary. have ampe proof that a storm raged dur- (See WON -HORSE & UPP on page 59) and Joe Quter.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard CIRCUSES 41 the Marquee gWith the NOTICE Under ACTS ON PACIFIC COAST Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, 0.) Circus Fans (Communications to 25 -27 write open time PLENTY hands? R. M. HARVEY is routing Dailey Bros' By THE RINGMASTER Circus, directing the advance and making CFA BOB EUGENE has left Los Angeles for the railroad contracts. President Secretary his home in North Adams, Mass., and his THOMAS M. GREGORY W. M. BUCKINGHAM Bros.' Circus 1014 Hardesty Blvd. P. O. Box 4 Polack troupe will play in the East. AERIAL Christensens (Lew and Elsie), Akron, O. Gales Ferry, Conn. Sheboygan, Wis., spent several days in (Conducted by WALTER HOHENADEL, Editor Will Play in California, Opening of sale of the Benson Ani- in "The White Tops," care Hohenadel Printing STORY the Chicago last week. Elsie, injured a 13, Auditorium, Sacramento, mal Farm, near Nashua, N. H., appears fall last season, has recovered. Company, Rochelle, Ill.) April in the Park Department of this issue. CFA L. Wilson Poarch Jr., with the Calif., 10 Days, Then SOME announcers should have their English gave Merle A. recently with armed forces at Mobile, the San Francisco Los Angeles EDWARD JOHNSON, edited. Evans band broadcast on the Fitch Band- RKO, has joined the press staff of Cole his Oakland San Diego Bros.' Circus. wagon a heavy advance plug thru A. E. (BUCK) WALTRIP, formerly of company newspaper, on which he is one Long Beach Cole Bros.' Circus and now with RKO, Fresno ANY First -of -May crop? of the co- editors. The notice was titled visited district headquarters in Chicago "Strike Up the Band." Until July 4. Address last week. OLOWN Hughie Fitz and his dogs were Joe Minchin, CFA member, Paterson, in New York last week. He at Gimbel's AP ^rP'lc playing the St. Louis Police N. J., was among those at the Jersey IRV. J. POLACK presented his comedy magic. Circus James (Stilts) Cogswell is booked City yards when the two trains of the for Jack Knight Circus in Houston and Big One arrived there April 1. Joe 1411 Ashland Bldg. Chicago, Ill. New Orleans. greeted many friends among the person- Or as per route. nel of the show. ARABIA TEMPLE ERNEST BURCH, clown, who will be George H. Barlow III, Long Beach, with the Cole show, visited his parents Calif., writes: "Saw Arthur Bros.' Circus SHRINE CIRCUS in New Jersey and was a guest of Happy several times when it played here. Re- Kellems and Van Wells in Evansville, newed acquaintances with Martin E. Ar- HOUSTON, TEXAS Ind., en route to Louisville. thur, Poodles Hanneford, Jorgen M. WALLACE BROS.' CIRCUS Christiansen and the Ascevedos family. I Representatives will be at the GOOD idea created by a workingman is saw the Beatty -Russell circus when it WANTS never wasted-only shelved. played here. Donned 'clown white' one Sherman Hotel, Chicago, Illinois, night and clowned thruout the perform- A -1 BANNER MAN April 27, 28, 29, 30. LEE SMITH, clown policeman, en route ance for the first time in my life. Ap- from his home in Rochester, N. Y., to peared in 'firehouse' and 'boxing num- Wire Charleston, April 22, 23; Louisville to join Cole Bros.' Circus, bers.' " Huntington, 24; Point Pleasant, 25; T. K. FLACK, General Chairman. stopped off in Cincinnati and 'visited The Billboard offices. Member B. T. Viering and wife, West Parkersburg, 26; Wheeling, 27; all Hartford, Conn., returned to their home West Virginia. ERNIE YOUNG Agency has signed a March 29 following a short trip to Texas, contract to produce the first annual cir- where they made Dallas their head- WALLACE BROS.' CIRCUS cus for the Springfield (Mo.) Boosters' quarters; also visited with relatives in WANTS Club, May 5 -7. Show will be held in near -by Greenville. Frank, who comes the Coliseum building in the fairgrounds. from a musical family, was particularly WANTED For Big Show Band, Baritone and Clarinets, interested in the recent broadcast of WIRE wire Mike Guy; Candy Butchers, Second HAVING finished a successful winter Merle Evans and his band on the Fitch TO JOIN ON Bandwagon program, for reason he is One more Clown, Cornet, Trombone, Bass, Cook and Cook House Help, wire Jack Fox engagement with Harry Lewiston's Oddi- the ties, Willard Backenstoe will again be a trumpet player and formerly led a Trap Drummer, Combination Lithographer as per route -Mullins, Wednesday, April 25 -piece band in Collinsville, Conti. for Advance. 19; Beckley, Thursday, 20; Oak Hill, Friday, with Tommy Buchanan on Wallace Bros.' Circus Opens Saturday, April 22. Circus. He called at The Billboard Cin- CFA Eric F. Olson Jr., with the armed Wire 21; Charleston, Saturday and Sunday, cinnati offices last week. forces at Camp Crowder, Mo., caught the 22 -23; all West Virginia, Benny Fox Star Spangled Circus at his MILLS BROS.' CIRCUS WHEN two side -show fat gals meet their camp, which stars Mickey King. He ASHLAND, OHIO conversation usually drifts to loss or gain of reports an excellent performance. CIRCUS AND THEATRE MATERIAL poundage. Play-Bills, Posters, Books, etc., always wanted. Quote eollertinns and single items. GREAT LeROY, high wire, has been WANTED TO BUY contracted by Jack Knight and Jerry Small Animals for Live Animal Show. WILLIAMS BOOK STORE Edward (Ray Bros.' Circus), to play THE CORRAL Name price and details with first corre- He spondence. 85 Washington St. BOSTON, MASS. Houston and New Orleans. will then (See UNDER THE MARQUEE on. page 59) (Communications to 25 -27 Opera Place, F. RAFUL Cincinnati 1, O. RIGGING MAN WANTED SUMMIT BEACH PARK A RODEO will be held at Assiniboia, AKRON, O. Capable Truck Driver, season booked, good salary. Sask., in July, under auspices of the Robert Jacobs, contact; good proposition for you. Can use a Trampoline Worker. Address: Dressing Room Gossip Civic Improvement Association. BEATTY- RUSSELL At Los Angeles. ROBERT MARKLEY (Arizona Charley), CARL SAULEN - in show business 46 years, and who is ACTS WANTED e Walnut Street EVANSVILLE, IND. Fourth week of the season and what terrific business. First Sunday (Easter) in Government Hospital, Barracks 1, Suitable for Indoor Circuses and Fairs. of the 24 -day stand show rang the bell Mountain Home, Johnson City, Tenn., is AL G. KELLY & MILLER with three performances. For the open- A veteran of World War 1. He recently BROS.' CIRCUS WANTS ing there the usher department blos- visited the J. L. Page Shows in quarters ERNIE YOUNG AGENCY somed out with blue jackets trimmed at Johnson City and talked with Jack 155 N. CLARK ST. CHICAGO 1, ILL. At once Lithographer, Drummer, Trombone and with gold and gold skirts for the King and Sam Hausner. one more Trumpet, also good Groom. usherettes. Buddy head usher, Richards, Brownwood, Tex., Address: Hugo, Okla. is doing a nifty job, assisted by Mrs. SECOND annual Al Beck and Mrs. R. W. Rogers. Brownie's rodeo, sponsored by the Junior Chamber RINGLING BROS. -BARNUM & BAILEY of Commerce and presented by the World SARASOTA WINTER QUARTERS AND GALA daughter, Eleanor Gudath, arrived from PRE -VIEW VIEWS. Clear post card size views Chicago April 10. She was greeted at Championship Rodeo Association, will be WANT May 2 -3, Dean Wil- of grounds, buildings, outdoor menagerie and Union Station by a delegation from held according to midway, spec. in back yard, loading scenes, Side Show Acts, useful Side Show Acts, liams, chamber president. Everett E. Musica! Act. Wire clown alley, headed by her dad, Jim magnificent RINGLING ART MUSEUM, etc. Green, George Perkins, Renee Thezan, Colborn will be the producer. Send 20c for lists and samples. TED MILLIGAN Walt Mathie, Alvin Evans, Dave Full - ROBERT D. GOOD Mills Bros.' Circus Ashland, Ohio THREE thousand saw the opening per- more; Harry Quillan, photographer, and formances of the third annual All- Ameri- 1609 Turner St. ALLENTOWN, PA. the writer. Poppy bought flowers and 4 -H Championship Live- Quillan took shots. Visitors, George Bar- can Rodeo and Lee stock Show April 9 at LSU center, Baton WANTED low, Mr. and Mrs. Powell; Kenneth Rouge, La., when professionals competed BILLPOSTERS AND IIELPERS Audübert, of Uncle Sam's navy; Bob O SPANGLES FIVE $4,000 prize money. Show was Downie, CFA; Doc Cunningham; Sam for in under direction of Homer Todd, with TIGHTS CONSOLVO ä CHESHIRE INC Abbott, of The Billboard; Billy Hoffman, Alfred C. Ellis, arena director; George COLLEY AVE., NORFOLK 7, VIRGINIA Hugh McGill, Bob Hatle, Wallace Beery, 215 Elliott, announcer, and Charlie Broadnax ALBERTIS CO. Bing Crosby and sons, Mrs. Tom Mix; Under con- 4, and Ernie Barnett, judges. 440 W. 42 ST., N. Y, C. Scotty, of the PCSA; Carl Norton, Curly were and Phillips, Slats Beeson, Bones Hartzell, tract Cecil Cornish, Juanita Paste This in Your Ad- BAILEY BROS.' CIRCUS Weaver Gray, Buff Brady Jr., and Buck dress Book. Fred Delmar, Art Cooksey (all the way Robinson as clown. First round, calf rop- WANTS from San Diego to clown one perform- ing, Jiggs Burke, first; Clyde Burke, sec- Two more Milers, Lithographers. Hotel accommoda- ance), Phil Bailey, Charles and Percy Royce Langhart, Tittle, Adelman, Falconberry, if at ond; Jess Goodspeed, third; Se- WANTED tions. Clark, Bernie Griggs and folks from S. L. Bulldogging, Clyde Wier, liberty, answer. JAMES M. BEACH, Gen'i. Agent, Cronin's Circus, Fay Avalon, Babe Ve- walt, fourth. Bailey Bros.' Circus, 7 Clinton St., Seneca Falls, N.Y. first; Royce Sewalt, Charlie Broadnax and COWBOYS AND GIRLS larde, Phil Escalante, Capt. and Mrs. Harold Ridley. Saddle bronk riding, H. B. Phillips, Ed Clyde, Mr. and Mrs. Long season -20 weeks. Top salary guaranteed. George Yardley, Texas Kidd Jr., Ken Rob- With finest outfit in America. CAN USE C. W. Webb, Dail Turney and wife, Paul erts and Private Fletcher. Girl bronk Brune, Steer, Trick and Fancy Riders, Ropers, CAPT. LATLIP Eagles, and if I missed any forgive me. riding, Alice Adams and Vivian White Australian Whips, Special Acts and Clowns. On the sick list, Harriet Beatty, out for tied for first and second. Write Al. KANNON, Gen. Del., Alecto, Illinois Will sell two Van Wyck Nickel Plated Swinging a few days with a cold, and the writer. Ladders. Address: HATS OFF DEPARTMENT-To Marie and Earl Pettus for their work with 209 Elm St., Charleston, W. Va. Beatty's elephants; the Guitterez family WANTED- RODEOS, CIRCUSES for their pleasing wire and loop- the -loop and other outdoor exhibitions to show in WANTED numbers; Pauline Penny for another Clowns, Dancing Girls, Family Act: Bob Russell, pleasing wire routine; Sancho Morales, HARTFORD, CONN. write; good Agent. Show will furnish car. Gus Lind and Alex Chappel for their Exceptional lot adjoining our arena, 250'x300', in heart of great war boom city. clever dog acts; Norma and Mac for State dates available. BOB DICKMAN CIRCUS their center ring bull number.-DICK HARTFORD AUDITORIUM HARTFORD, Per Routo LEWIS. 331 WETHERSFIELD AVENUE CONN.

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Jantzen Opener 15,000 Take in Record Mob at AC Easter Big Sets New Mark Glen Echo Bow; Riverside Bow; Schloss Hopeful As Crowd Tops For Sunday Play Spending Terrif '43 by 50,000 PORTLAND, Ore., April 15.- Jantzen WASHINGTON, April 15. - Warm SPRINGFIELD, Mass., April 15.-River- Beach opened its 1944 season last Satur- weather drew an estimated 15,000 people side Park, Agawam, opened its 1944 sea- day (8) to a near -capacity crowd despite son a night (8) ATLANTIC CITY, April 15.-Clearing adverse weather conditions, and the fol- crowded into Glen Echo (Md.) Park last with bang Saturday Saturday (8) for the opening of its 34th with well over 3,500 on the midway de- skies, after intermittent rains in the in- lowing day, with the weather again on spite a cold rain. On Sunday, with land cities, brought this resort an Easter the inclement side, Managing Director annual season. overcast skies, more than 20,000 crowded Sunday crowd estimated at more than Paul H. Huedepohl and an inexperienced All concessions, rides and attractions the amusement center, setting a new 150,000, at least 50,000 larger than in crew struggled thru the largest Sunday Riverside record, according to Harry 1943. The railroad lines, which ran seven in Jantzen's history, exceeding the gross were in operation, with the exception of the swim pool, which bows late in May. Storin, ad and publicity head. special sections from Phlladelhia, esti- take of July 4, 1942, the funspot's pre- Business on rides and concessions was mated that they carried approximately vious high day. All rides had long lines The ballroom has dancing every night except Sunday, from 9 to midnight, with "terrific," Storin said, and stands began (See AC TOPS '44 on page 56) all day Sunday, and every concession on to of supplies early Sunday eve- the grounds was greeted with record - Paul Kain fronting the ork. run out Glen Echo is well despite ning. Replenishments were rushed from breaking business, Huedepohl says. maintained Springfield, he said. Anson Weeks and his orchestra broke labor shortages and difficulties In ob- Syl Esler Again Takes taining some materials. Plenty of paint Edward J. Carroll, Riverside owner - all opening,week -end records in the ball- manager, said that the opening was very Green Bay Spot on 10% room with a $4,700 take at $1.25 per per- has been added, and all of the conces- sions put up a good flash. encouraging. "It was way ahead of last son. This marked the 10th season the year," he said, "and is an indication GREEN BAY, Wis., April 15. -Bay Beach Weeks band has played the spot. He will Leonard B. Schloss, who has directed that 1944 will be a great year." Carroll opens the season May 1, under manage- continue for three more weeks, to be the park's operation for 34 years, is said the park's only new attraction, ment of Sylvester (Cooney) Baler, Enos followed by Ada Leonard and her all -girl optimistic about the coming season be- World Aflame, an army exhibit replacing Colburn, president of the board, has an- ork for a three -weaker. Other orchestras cause of the tremendous number of peo- Hobbyland, caught on fast. nounced. Esler's contract is the same definitely set for the season, according ple now holding war jobs here, Riverside did not use its transmobiles as last year -10 per cent of gross receipts. to Huedepohi, are Gus Arnhefm, Henry "We have a full crew of 128 employees," opening week -end, but has them in The bathing beach will be reopened, King, Joe Reichman, Louis Armstrong, said Schloss, "which is approximately readiness to supplement bus service from Colburn said, unless the health depart- Les Brown, Jack Teagarden, Jan Garber the same number as last year. While downtown Springfield. Carroll said bus ment forbids it because of polluted water. and Bob Willis. One -nighters will be we have lost many workers to the armed service over the week -end was adequate played by Horace Heidt, Phil Harris, forces during the year, we have been and that he wouldn't put the "gas - Xavier Cugat and Lionel Hampton. able to replace them with women or less" transmobiles on the road unless Jantzen Beach has been completely other draft- exempt employees." they were needed. renovated and many new features added to the Gay Way for the new season. FOR SALE All rides and concessions were in action opening week - end, except the Nata- 8 Ride Cars torium, which gets going May 10. Old Policy Sticks in Sale of Aerial Joy New Jantzen Staff New Upholstering and Paint, Charles F'. Keller, formerly with Harry (See Jantzen Sets Mark on page 50) Benson Farm to Hub Syndicate Cables and Pulleys. NASHUA, N. H., April 15. -A syndicate Benson receiving from the Hagenbecks Will Fit Any Plane Tower. composed of Capt. Raymond W. Lapham, Consignments of lions, tigers and other Eastwood, Detroit, wild animals for sale and export to other Lieut. Col. Walter A. Brown, Harry G. parts of the Americas. PRICE $1200.00 Sets Naine Bands Collier and Lieut. Charles G. Keene, all The new owners of the Benson Farm of Boston,sAprll 8 purchased the John T. are young men whose interests have long Benson Animal Farm, Hudson, on the been associated with both amateur and Wesley Amusement Co. Preview Biz Pleasés outskirts of Nashua. Purchase price was professional sports and with their allied DETROIT, April 15.- Eastwood Park not disclosed. The new owners said they amusements promotions in Boston. They 643 Mattison Ave., are known particularly because of their will have an impressive array of bands intended to operate the farm under the Asbury Park, N. J. this season for its dance patrons. Thru same policy as marked the administra- association with the Boston Garden and General Amusement Corporation, Henry tion of the late John T. Benson. The Boston Arena. It is understood, however, Wagner, Eastwood's manager, has booked present name will be retained and Im- (See BENSON FARM SOLD on page 56) eight bands, including some of the top provements will be made and features names. The list and tentative dates are: added. It will be conducted as a train- Johnny Long, May 26 -June 1; Jerry ing farm, where wild animals will be WANTED FOR PARK Wald, June 2 -8; Sonny Dunham, June 16- brought, trained and sold. Buckroe Passes Opening May 1st In Owensboro, Ky. 22; Will Osborne, June 31 -July 6; Woody The Benson Animal Farm was estab- Will buy, book, lease Whip, Loop -o-Plane, Herman, 16 -22; Glen Gray, lished at Hudson some 25 years ago by Chairplane, Wheel. Concessions -Novelty Jew- July July elry, Snow, Cotton Candy, any legitimate Con- 28- August 3; Charlie Spivak, August 11- John T. Benson, who had spent his en- To New Owner cession that works for Stock. Kirby, write. Henry on. For 17; Tony Pastor, August 18 -24. tire life in the circus and show business NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 15. -New Breed, come sale-20 K.W. Generator. Eastwood opened last Saturday (8) and in association with the promotion of ownership for Buckroe Beach, near here, with a warm, sunny day that helped amusement parks. Benson made a busi- W. E. PAGE was announced today. Peter V. Stieffen, 501 W. Malo build business to a good pre -season fig- ness tie -up at that time with the Carl of Newport News, purchased the capital OWENSBORO, KY. ure. Sunday, however, was handicapped Hagenbeck interests of Tierpark, Stelli- stock in the corporation which controls by rain thruout the day. Despite the gan, Altons, on the outskirts of Ham- the resort from the four owners who rain, however, attractions that operated burg, Germany. This connection was had 1942. of years, with purchased the property in WANTED did fair business, Manager Wagner said. continued for a number The outstanding stock was sold by Dr. Silodrome for one of the best Parks in the R. Cowles Taylor, mayor of Newport State of Ohio. Long season on percentage News; City Manager J. C. Biggins, M. F. basis. Write or wire FOR SALE Carrier and C. E. Minnigerode, president, F. RAFUL One 9 -Car Tilt -a -Whirl $1,700.00 (See New Boss for Buckroe on. page 56) One 4 -Unit Loop- the -Loop 1,000.00 SUMMIT BEANC PARK One Fun on the Farm, Needs Little Work 700.00 AKRO, OH. One 1937 Stub Nose Chevey and 20 -Foot Semi; Good Tires. One 1936 Ford Tractor and 22 -Foot Semi; Good Tires. CONCESSIONAIRES! Stored at Hebron, Ohio. HAVE FEW CHOICE CONCESSIONS FOR SALE GRATZI ANO AND CARLIN Pony open at AMERICA'S LARGEST Completo Ride and all equipment. Buckeye Lake, Ohio Two -year concession one of the East's best Amusement Parks. Selling due to ALL COLORED PARK death of owner. Write BOX 585 VALUABLE SPACE AVAILABLE Care The Billboard, 1564 Broadway Hotel; Beautiful Ballroom, 2,000 New York 19, N. Y. For at least 4 Portable Devices such as Octopus, Rotl- o- Plane, Ferris Wheel, Auto Skooter cap.; Cottages, Shady Picnic Groves, or any other presentable Flat Ride. Will accept on concession basis or buy rides of this type. Pool, Rides, Beach Front, Boardwalk. PARK OPENS SATURDAY, APRIL 22 Busses Direct to Park Don't wait, WANTED then be sorry. One more Ride; will book or buy. I have Merry -Go- E. E. fOEHL, GENERAL MANAGER- WILLOW GROVE PARK, WILLOW GROVE, PA. Round, Roil-o-Plane, Tilt -a- Whirl, Ferris Wheel. Third year on location. Can place Whip, Rolloplane, Octopus or Rides Not Conflicting. 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1 www.americanradiohistory.com 45 April 22, 1944 FAIRS -EXPOSITIONS The Billboard Communications to 25 Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, O. UTAH, IDAHO SWING INTO LINE AROUND THE Seven Out of Nine Managers Act Set Dates in N. H. CONCORD, N. IL, April 15.-At the an- For 25% Tilt GROUNDS nual meeting of New Hampshire Fairs Association here April 11 James Mont- CORSICANA, Tex.- Corsicana Livestock gomery, Pittsfield, was elected president; Over '43 Dates and Agricultural Show will present 1944 vice -president, Neal J. Rice, Hopkinton; Food- for - Freedom Exposition and Texas secretary- treasurer, Dr. R. W. Smith, La- Championship Rodeo, Manager Robert G. conia; directors, Leo O. Connary, Lan- Dillard said. caster; J. A. Stevens, Rochester; William Stock Shows Are Admitted J. Neal, Plymouth; H. O. Bolton, Keene; PALESTINE, Tex.-Anderson County Lynn Webster, Canaan; Harry Blanchard, Fair (Texas Fruit Palace) will operate Sandwich; Leon M. Fitch, Deerfield. SALT LAKE CITY, April 15.-Wartime here this year under his management, Seven of the nine associations have county fairs in Utah and Idaho will in- said Manager C. O. Miller Jr., and with decided to operate this year and dates crease More than 25 per cent in 1944 over F. H. Ellenberger as president. No fair were set for fairs in Lancaster, Hopkin- 1943, it was revealed at the annual meet- was held in '43. ton, Pittsfield, Plymouth, Rochester, ing of the Association of Utah Fairs here. Deerfield and Sandwich. Canaan Fair The increase in number will be nearly LE CENTER, Minn.-Le Sueur County may operate again. Cheshire board, 100 per cent over 1942, when an all -time Fair board has booked attractions for Keene, is uncertain. low was established. The association, the 1944 fair here thru Rube Liebman, by action of the board of directors, was Barnes -Carruthers. Program committee Sask. Exhib Improvements INTEREST in resumption of Bay expanded to admit livestock shows held mode the contract for the grandstand State fairs will be boosted at the in the State. Two members of Utah show. Golden West Shows will be on May Be in Reconstruction Massachusetts Fairs' annual Association of Livestock Shows will be Midway, said Secretary W. J. Baker. Western board of the meeting in West Springfield April added to membership on the PRINCE ALBERT, SaSk., April 15. -Ex- directors. TRENTON, N. J.-Roy Bryson, owner 20. George H. Bean, Northampton penditure of $100,000 on improved fa- 200 delegates attended the ses- of Bel Air, a half -mile track in Mary- cilities on the grounds to permit annual (above) to lead a panel discussion Nearly several associates have again sions, including representatives of land, and Prince Albert fairs to play a more im- with L. B. Boston, is a vet exec county fairs, made application to the State racing Fair, established in Southern Idaho district and portant role in encouraging scientific of Northampton who participated mainly in setting dates. commission for a license to conduct a agriculture was proposed to Saskatche- 1818, and a past president of 50-day program beginning with pari- Rodeo interests, since rodeo is a favorite wan Reconstruction Council by C. M. Massachusetts Agricultural Fairs grandstand attraction in many Utah and mutuel betting, beginning September 16, Learmonth, chairman of the governors at New Jersey State Fair track here. Association. Idaho localities, were represented by R. E. of the exhibition grounds. He suggested Richter, Bozeman, Mont.; E. W. Hutchi- that the city bear 25 per cent of costs Idaho, and Leo J. Cremer, HARTFORD, Mich. -Van Buren County balance be borne by the son, Burley, Fairgrounds here may be converted into and that the Big Timber, Mont. Governor Herbert B. government. These expenditures were Pyro Firm Given Second was speaker and ar- a camp for Axis prisoners of war. Fair building, $50,- Maw of Utah guest granted approval for use of the recommended: Livestock Its War Work rangements were under direction of Sec- board 000; agricultural hall, $15,000; adminis- Citation for Salt Lake grounds, which would require consider- improvements retary Sheldon R. Brewster, able remodeling, and final action awaits tration building, $15,000; NEW YORK, April 15. -Henry L. Rapp, City. to grandstand, $5,000; fences, entrances, president of the American Fireworks army approval. Object is to have prison- and hard -surfacing, $15,000. Elected for 1944 were E. E. Brown, ers available for labor on farms in this landscaping Company, Randolph, Mass., has received Hunsaker, the office of the Under Coalville, president; Mrs. Pearl agricultural area. notification from Honeyville, vice -president; Sheldon R. Secretary of the Navy that the firm has -man- Wis. Tackles Grand Opera a second citation for its Brewster, Salt Lake City, secretary MIAMI, Okla. -After a three -year lapse, been awarded ager of Utah State Fair, secretary, and Ottawa County Fair here will be resumed 15. For grand production of war materials and will re- MILWAUKEE, April - with Mrs. Mae Bello, Magna, director. Two this year, said H. B. Cobban, president, opera at the '44 Wisconsin State Fair ceive a new army -navy E pennant directors will be named by the livestock sponsored by the chamber of commerce here, pageantry, massed choral singing, a star. notice of the award was group, J. H. McGibbeny, secretary of that under direction of the Imaim Amohalko ballet and scenes from Faust, Aida and Accompanying organization, said. Committee. Arrangements for a carnival Lakme will be presented by members of a letter from Admiral C. C. Bloch felici- and horse racing have been made. Wisconsin Federation of Music Clubs at tating the management and employees Chamber elected C. H. Mullendore chair- the premiere on the night of Sunday, for their efforts. FOR REAL THRILL- man of the fair committee, with Gaston the second day, said William T. Marriott, INDOORS OR OUTDOORS - county agent, and Marie Haber, is be- li; MY ACT FEATURING Franks, fair manager. The performance Bay Staters Will Huddle BOOK county demonstration agent, assistants. ing set by the federation in co- operation THE ONLY 35 Ft SWAYING On the board in charge of the program with the fair and rural sociology depart- SPRINGFIELD, Mass., April 15. -An- HANDSTAND ATOP are President Cobban; R. W. Skinner, ment, University of Wisconsin. John nual Western Massachusetts Fairs meet- A HIGH POLE. WRITE H. A. Berkey, secretary. pro- Im- FOR DETAILS... vice- president; Anello, Milwaukee, will direct the ing will be held in Hampden County pNíRí duction and Loraine Voss, Milwaukee, provement League building, West Spring- ..f ANOTHER LITTLE ROCK.-Site committee of Ar- will direct the ballet. A symphony or- field, April 20, and speakers will include pN CARTOON STRIP kansas Livestock Show Association voted accompany soloists and acting commissioner of 1 NEXT WEEK. Fair Park chestra will Louis Webster, to hold the 1944 exposition on to be chosen by audi- agriculture; Alfred Lombard, Boston, PERMANENT ADDRESS for one year, choristers, soloists W. site, leased from the city tion. State Department of Agriculture; Earle CARE OF THE BILLBOARD, CINCINNATI OHIO. but announced that a permanent loca- S. Carpenter, secretary of Massachusetts tion in Little Rock would be selected and State College Extension Service; Horace before the show is held in the Big N. E. Season Is Seen purchased M. Jones, State 4 -H Club leader; Mrs. C. WANTED fall. Residents of the park area have Carlson, West Springfield Community objected to the location and the associa- BOSTON, April 15.-There is a big sea- O. son ahead, at fairs, for out- Fair, and George H. Bean, Northampton, ACTS AND ATTRACTIONS tion went on record as "forced to stay particularly and L. B. Boston, managing director of for the year because it is too late to de- door business in New England, declared will a panel discussion AUGUST 13 -19 N. Denish, manager of the George the League, lead velop a new track by fall." The '44 show Paul of fair problems. Clinton County Fair Assn. will be under canvas, with emergency A. Hamid, Inc., Boston office. Nearly arena. all main New England fairs will be held. Reorganization assures active promotion of ex- rodeo with hibits, rodeo, races, eto. Want attractions to Henry Cbgert, who has been the McLennan Resumes Post feature between rata heats and various other Hamid office in New York 15 years, often April 15. -Maj. times and places. Write giving full details. Regionals Set a is now in VANCOUVER, B. C., Wisconsin acting as company manager, S. C. McLennan, camp commandant at ROSS A. HOLLIDAY, Sec'y.- Treas. the Boston office as artists' representa- here, reverted to civil- Frankfort, Ind. BEAVER DAM, Vils., April 15. -Four tive. Hastings Park has regional spring meetings have been set ian status and will resume his duties as for Wisconsin Association of Fairs, said manager of Vancouver Exhibition. Secretary J. F. Malone from his offices Kalbus Moves Up in Wis. here. Meetings will be in Fond du Lac, NASHVILLE, April 15. - Jack Price MARION COUNTY FAIR 20; April 21; Chippewa MILWAUKEE. April 15. -A. W. Kalbus, Jones is unopposed for the nomination April Marshfield, under WIN Be Held Falls, April 25, and Viroqua, April 26. West Allis, has been promoted from as- of trustee of Davidson County, sociate manager of Wisconsin State Fair which Tennessee State Fair here is oper- Secretary Malone wí1 attend the sessions. August 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 1944 regional meetings have been here, to supervisor of county and dis- ated. Now in business here, he formerly The annual for the American Le- Want five or six Rides, also Shows and Con- found of great value to members of the trict fairs for the State department of promoted wrestling cessions, Write HARRY O. ROBERTS, Seoy., association in making plans for their agriculture. He began work in agricul- gion and is an old professional friend Wanamaler, Ind., or call Irvington 8514 or fairs. tural department offices in Madison of J. C. (Tommy) Thomas, Royal Ameri- Market 8972. April 1. can Shows. Manager Phil C. Travis re- ported that, altho military maneùvers have ceased in the vicinity and grounds CARNIVAL WANTED that have been evacuated, the army still ATTENTION Fair Elections holds a lease on many buildings and no FAIR SECRETARIES KANSAS THIRD LARGEST FREE -GATE FAIR Governor Warren '44 fair will be held. SAN FRANCISCO. - FOR YOUR GRANDSTAND SHOW August 28 to Sept. 1, 1944, Belleville, Kansas. has appointed Hal Hotchkiss, San Diego, SPRINQ HOPE, N. C.- Secretary Hobart Contact Average attendance daily- 25,000. and J. E. O'Neill, Fresno, to the board of with Write, Wire or Phone directors of the State Agricultural So- Brantley said he had contracted ERNIE YOUNG Secy. Concessions General Agent G. C. Mitchell for the THEO. A. SANBORN. ciety, which administers California State at 155 N. CLARK CHICAGO Belleville, Kansas Fair, Sacramento. Zaochini Shows to be on the midway the '44 Nash County Fair here. HUNTINGBURG, Ind. - Southern In- WANTED diana Fair Circuit elected: President, DETROIT.-Frank N. Isbey, former WANTED: LARGE CARNIVAL Bleacher Seats. knockdown, capacity up to 1000 Fair here, is persona. Must be in A -1 condition and priced right. Ralph Ritchie, Rockport; vice- president, manager of Michigan State FOR Huntingburg; secretary- being boomed as a potential Democratic SOME TIME IN OCTOBER Orval Kemp, elec- Association treasurer, A. C. Derr. Boonville. Prince- candidate for governor in the fall COUNTY FAIR Rush Co. Agri. ton became a circuit, member, making tions. For two years he has directed sale DILLON Rushville, Indiana of War Bonds in the State. Contact L. B. ROGERS, Secy., Dillon, S. G E. E. Privent, Secy. -Treas. a total of six.

www.americanradiohistory.com 46 The Billboard RINKS AND SKATERS April 22, 1944 Communications to 25 -27 Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, O. permission from their respective school principals, altho investigation after the Philly Contest Nationals of RSROA Pull first story proved they had received okays. Dr. Claude V. Courter, superintendent of schools, stated that Cap Sefferino was in Draws 5,000 Specs; no way responsible for the children cut- ting classes. He is in hearty accord with Champs Decided Entrants, Delegates Aplenty all amateur athletic contests and per- PHILADELPHIA, DETROIT, April 15. -For the 7th an- dance eliminations; mits the children to make up any school April 15. - Willow noon to 1 p.m., jun- work they miss in connection with such Grove Skateland made a clean sweep in nual national convention of the Roller ior pairs skating; 1 to 2 p.m., senior Skating affairs. It was great publicity for roller finals of The Philadelphia Daily News Rink Operators' Association and dance finals; 2 to 3 p.m., senior ladies' seventh U. S. amateur championships in Arena free skating; skating. annual championship contest in 3 to 4 p.m., senior men's Adelphia Rink April 5. About 5,000 fans Gardens, Detroit, May 1 -6, reports in- free skating; 4 to 5 p.m., senior pairs dicate big attendance and of en- RED CROSS drive, March 26 -April 3, in watched Howard and Florence Nothe, plenty skating; 5 to 6 p.m., fours. all America -On- Wheels rinks, resulted in husband and wife, win the most tries, despite the transportation situa- All dance, figure, pairs and fours tro- grace- tion. a $3,239.01 take. Collections were made ful skating championship, and Ruth Fred A. Martin, RSROA secretary - phy awards will be made at 10 p.m. Sat- among employees patrons, en- Crockett treasurer, announced this schedule of urday. and with and Jack Crockett capture the events: tire proceeds for one night at each rink waltzing title. Both couples represented added. AOW rinks participating were Skateland, operated Monday (1), 1 by A. C. Dean. In p.m., speed events in all Mount Vernon (N. Y.) Arena; Boulevard scoring victory divisions continuing until finished. State in the most graceful Awards Champs Set Arena, Bayonne, N. J.; Perth Amboy skating event, the Nothes defeated Mr. at 10 pan. (N. J.) Arena; Casino Arena, Asbury and Mrs. Senaca, winners for the past Tuesday (2), 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., junior boys' For ARSA Meet Park, N. J.; St. Nicholas (N. Y.) Arena; two years. They represented Adelphia. and girls' school figures (simul- Twin City Arena, Elizabeth, N, J.; Cap- taneously); 1 to 4 p.m.., novice pairs; 4 CHICAGO, April 15.-Ozzie Nelson, Joe Barnes, operator of Adelphia Rink, itol Arena, Trenton, N. J., and Passaic was emsee. Judges were Anne Manion, to 6 p.m., junior boys' free skating. president of the ARSA, was in Chicago (N. J.) Skating Rink. Wednesday (3), 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., novice officiating at the Illinois State champion- Billy Ryan and Shirley Brink, stars of dance eliminations; 2 to 4 p.m., , ships the Roller Vanities show which opened at junior at the Roller Bowl in preparation DEEP BROOK (N. S.) Rink at the girls' free skating; 4 to 6 p.m. Novice for the ARSA national championships to the Arena here this week. Winners were dance finals. Canadian naval training station there given War Bonds and small statuettes, be held here May 1 -5. With State titles is being readied for roller skating fol- presentation Thursday (4), 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., novice already decided in New York, New Jersey being made by June Mc- men's and ladies' school figures and Connecticut, lowing a season of ice hockey games. Adams, "Miss Philadelphia, 1943." Seven (simul- and with Utah, Michi- Rink is 180 by 80 feet with seating ca- local rinks taneously); 1 to 5 p.m., junior dance gan and Missouri picking their teams, entered contestants, Crystal it pacity of 3,000 and 1,000 pair of skates Palace, Circus Gardens, El Torten, Car- eliminations; 5 to 6 pm., junior dance looks as if the title meet will draw record are available. finals. entries. From California comes a report man, Dance Box, Adelphia and Skateland. Friday (5), 8 to 10 a.m senior men's that several stars of the dance and figure school figures; 10 events DOROTHY LAW won four titles in i a.m. to 1 p.m., senior will come to Chicago to compete Michigan State championships, taking ladies' school figures; 1 to 3 p.m., novice for titles. West Palm Beach and Jack- The First Best Skate men's free skating; 3 6 sonville, Fla., the senior ladies' speed title at Jackson, to p.m., novice also will be represented. and the novice pairs, senior ladies' figures, ladies' free skating. In the Illinois State speed tryouts, sev- Saturday (6), 8 a.m. eral novice and dance at Arena Gardens, De- to noon, senior boys made an impressive showing. troit. Pat Hogan, her partner, shared Among these are Russell Brown, of the honors with two Madison Garden Club, who made e clean titles, in novice pairs sweep and dance. Both are from Detroit Fig- of all five events in the senior divi- ure Skating Club. Other Michigan title WANTED sion. Brown is a former record holder in the winners at Arena were: Junior figures, two -mile event. In the midget Nancy Lee Parkes, DFSC; novice figures class, Larry Richter, wearing the colors USED RINK SKATES of the CYO, won (ladies), Dolores Miller, DFSC; novice both the 220 and 440 - men's figures, Douglas Breneiser, DFSC; HIGHEST CASH PRICES PAID FOR yard races at the Bowl. Sam Shaffer, senior dance, Julia Brunk and John YOUR OLD SKATES, REGARDLESS OF owner of the Bowl, plans to dress the QUALITY CONDITION. WRITE OR WIRE COL- rink up in great style for the nationals Prendergast. LECT TODAY, STATING QUANTITY, and MAKE, CONDITION G PRICE WANTED. will install additional seating ac- CLUB ALICIA, Detroit night spot, is MACES SPORTS commoditions to handle the expected presenting practically an ail -roller pro- RICHARDSON BALLBEARIN6 SKATE CO. STORES overflow crowd. Established 1884 4019 W. North Ave. CHICAGO, ILL. gram, Roller Skating Follies, starring Elea- nor Emanuel. Other skating acts on the 3312 -3318 Ravenswood Ave. Chicago, III. HAROLD JACOBSON, owner of Sing- bill are the Sarmon Sisters and Page, and ing Wheels Arena, Shrewsbury, N. J., re- Cornell and Nester. The Best Skate Today SKATING RINK TENT ported money and merchandise were taken from vending machines in his place FRED H. FREEMAN, Boston, president Size 45x100 Feet. Cost $1,500.00. win Sell Cheap. April 13. Thieves are believed to have of RSROA, has ordered hotel reservations i hidden in the place until employees had for 30 contestants, judges and rink asso- VICTORY SKATERS PALACE closed up. ciates for the national chamionships in FOR SALE Detroit the first week of May. CENTRALIA, ILL., Phone 2428. CINCINNATI newspapers gave front - 300 PR. CHICAGO page space with pictures to a group of WILLIAM T. BROWN, Southgate Roll - No. 321 DUSTLESS FLOOR DRESSING juveniles representing Sefferino Roller - Cleanses the air, providing a snug grip erdrome, Seattle, and fourth vice- presi- SHOE SKATES SIN with less cone wear and lower main- drome there who took off two days from dent of RSROA, with W. J. Betts, Re- 114774 tenance coat. $4.00 per gai., $3.75 school to participate in the Ohio State dondo, Wash.; Mrs. Hazel LaTourette, ALL SIZES per gal in 5 gal. containers. Terms: amateur championships in Cleveland's Everything 25% with order, balance C. O. D. Portland, Ore., and Mr. and Mrs. Glenn new but plates, and they GAGAN BROTHERS Rolleroade, April 13 -15. It was at- first Hubbard, Spokane, are to lead a delega- look new. $15.50 per pair. 444 Second St., Everett, Mass. believed the teen -agers had left without tion of 75 skaters and operators from Washington MOONLIGHT ROLLERWAY and Oregon to the Detroit 3645 E. RSROA championships. Twelve contest- Colorado Pasadena, Calif. ants are entered from Oak Rink, Port- For VICTORY Buy War Bonds land. Mr, and Mrs. George Otto, Roller - bowl, Tacoma, Wash., will also attend, as When It's Over -Over There -There will Walter Anderson, Centralia, Wash. Will Still Be ED STOLLERY, WANTED who has been operat- Roller Rink Location- Ballroom or Roller ing a roller rink on Bayshore Highway, near San Mateo, Calif., for 12 years, has Rink fully equipped. Must be in good closed the spot for the duration, he hav- location and have good equipment and floor. ToelaR.eGO'g ing been inducted into military service. Cash terms. State all particulars. Reply to S. G. LOFJFP'LER JR., manager of J. W. M., Box 583 So For HEALTH'S Sake Roller Skate Riverside Stadium Rink, Washington, is holding Care The Billboard a city championship in dance, 1564 figures and pairs events, under RSROA Broadway New York 19, N. Y. sanctions. FRED A. MARTIN, secretary-treasurer of the RSROA, reports that advance train WANTED TO BUY and hotel reservations already received indicate the largest attendance on record FOR CASH for RSROA national championships, faddipteekegoaqieti which Richardson and Chicago Plates with or without will be held in Detroit the first trucks. Write us immediately what you week of May. have, JOHNNY JONES, JR. #Y0E:5WEWNON-2411ONED 132 7th Street Pittsburgh g0ttERSHOE WANTED 22, Pa. Will buy Rink Skates in good condition. All sizes. Also Rink Equipment. To the Highest Bidder First again with another innovation in a shoe Write full For delivery May 1, now in use in roller rink, restricted market. There's no ration stamp particulars. 100x150, Hammond Organ and Boleros, 35- Box Watt Webster Amplifier. 6 RCA Speakers, needed to secure these new all white or all black 584 Capehart Automatic Record Changer, 2 Micro - FREE shoes. Care The Billboard phones, 1 Richardson Skate Grinder. Wire or RATION fine roller phone Academy 4922. 1564 Broadway New York No records, no red tape -just sales. Replace 19, N. Y. those worn shoes your skaters have been making Clifton Roller Drome last so long. Order today! 1388 W. 117th St, CLEVELAND, OHIO Still supplying Hyde White Rubber Heel Toe FOR Stops. WANTED CASH Permanent Rink For Sale Chicago Shoe Outfits or Rink Skates (new Maple Floor, 175 Pair Chicago Skates, Chicago HYDE ATHLETIC SHOE CO. Skate Grinder, two P. A. Systems, $265.00 Pop or used). Also Parts. WILL PAY TOP Cooler. In a town with three factories. Stop in Manufacturers of those famous "Betty Lytle" Shoes PRICES. Write BOX 586, care Billboard, and see our crowds. I am 1 -A. Price $1800.00 cash. CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS 1564 Broadway, New York City 19. MILLSPAUGHS ROLLER RINK Abingdon, Ill.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1941 I{OADSHOW FILMS The Billboard 47 Communications to 155 North Clark Street, Chicago 1, III the film manufacturing industry will be included. -TENT SHOWS Industry Seeks New employees are held responsible for REPERTOIRE many of the problems arising in film Communications to 25 Opera Place, Cincinnati 1, O. exchanges and theaters. A long campaign of education and supervision prior to the war had brought exchange employees to Pat Mills Want to Borrow Thompson said: "If we opened with such Critical Rating a state of near perfection in handling bill on Monday, we'd be looking for films. Film in transit -if being carried Material for Seabees Show customers on Tuesday. When I want by the specialized film delivery services something without sentiment I'll put -received great care. Projectionists, for CINCINNATI, April 15.-Pat E. Mills, on vaudeville." Film manufacturers, hit by the most part, were sufficiently trained who spent 18 years in rep, tab and stock Old -time rep managers saw to it that man -power drain, appeal to take excellent care of their machines. and now a cook in the Seabees at Camp juveniles played their scenes long and When the draft and enlistments began Endicott, Davisville, R. I., in a letter to warmly. A good -looking pair of kids to government agencies hitting the exchange staffs, the life ex- the rep desk this week stated that he making love is an eyeful for any age. pectancy of film prints took a nose -dive. has been asked by his officers to produce Eva, Uncle Tom and Marks were Later the shortage of raw stock, forcing a show at the camp, but that he is sadly merely feeders for Eliza and George Har- NEW YORK, April 15. -New employees a cut in the number of prints in circu- lacking in material-bits, blackouts, ris. The lovers carried the ball. and lack of employees are two major lation, further complicated the situation. sketches, gags and numbers. He asks headaches for the film companies. So Then the projection equipment began to repsters holding a supply of such ma- serious has the man-power drain become wear out as repair parts grew scarce. In- terial to help him out, and promises to Rep Ripples in the manufacture of raw film and in experienced women went to work in ex- return all such material when he has the film laboratories that efforts are be- changes; new men went to work for ex- finished with it. His address is Pat E. AND MARION WEHLE are cele- ing made to include film manufacturers press services and tossed film about as Mills, S. C. 2 /c, 54th N. C. D. Hdgtrs. Co., BILLYbrating the arrival of a grand- on the super -critical labor list to be carelessly as other merchandise, and vet- Camp Endicott, R. I. daughter, Beverly Jo, born April 4 in drawn up sometime this month. eran projectionists moved on to better Mills has been in the service 18 months, Miami to their daughter, Winona (Mrs. A representative of the War Activities jobs. }0 of which he spent in North Africa. Joseph G. Unick). The proud daddy, Committee has met with War Man-Power Conditions are slowly improving as the He was with such shows as John Win- Sgt. Joseph G. Unick, formerly trump- Commission officials to review the situa- new employees gain experience and re- flinger, Chase-Lister, Jack Brooks, Neale eter with the Heffner -Vinson Company, tion, and further meetings are planned. pair parts are released by WPB, but they Helvey, Obrecht Sisters, HUa Morgan, is in Miami on furlough at the moment. Should the industry be put on the have a long way to go before they re- Monroe Hopkins, Jack Kelly, Margarite C. W. BODINE, vet agent, postais super- critical list, it will have grounds turn to normal, it is generally agreed by Fields, George Broadhurst, Loie Bridge from Pittsfield, Ill., that that town hasn't for demanding consideration from local the trade. and many others. Prior to his enlistment had a carnival, circus or tent show in draft boards. There will be no relaxa- in the Seabees he operated a night club several years and is definitely ripe for an tion in efforts to obtain consideration in San Jose, Calif. attraction of that kind. The old -timer directly from local man -power officials says he may take another fling at agent - in areas where film is manufactured or ing this season.... MRS. MARIE LUND, processed. Recommendations from the Special Pricing widow of Danny Lund, who for many army and navy will be placed before the years had his own tabs on the old inter-agency committee compiling the Order Shows How Spiegelberg and Sun circuits, has settled labor list, but there is no assurance that Old -Time Bills in Philadelphia, where her daughter, Etta, is serving with the marines. Mrs. Lund, Grants Are Made By E. F. HANNAN says she'd enjoy hearing from showfolk WASHINGTON, April 15. As dollars in the Philly area who formerly worked - FROM the days of 10-20 -30 down to for her late husband. Her phone number ROADSHOWMEN and cents ceiling prices went into effect rural bills have this week on used cameras, projectors the present, simple is Lombard 4125. Danny Jr. is also in and other equipment, there was in- held their own with any of the more service, at present attending radio school. Sound creased interest in the following pricing sophisticated opuses. The customer has BABE MASON, wife of Eddie Mason, COMPLETE 16p ogramu never looked down upon the farm or former country store giveaway magnate, permit order issued to a manufacturing country -store setting, except in special The largest selection in the world. firm on its ffim splicers: is visiting for four weeks with Mrs. E. B. Projectors supplied cases -which have never kept rank -and- Howard, widow of the late agent and at reasonable rates. Order No. 1408 under Sec. 499.158 of file actors Lowest rental and large selection Maximum Price Regulation No. 188. eating. (promoter, in Norfolk.... HARRY ROL- guarantee. Manufacturers' maximum prices for spe- Take old -fashioned sentiment from the LINS, formerly with Billroy's Comedians cified building materials and consumers' radio and the squawks are heard quickly. and other rep and tab organizations, has 100 -EXCLUSIVE-100 goods other than apparel. Approval of Rep of the '90s mixed sentiment and been house singer all season at the Monograms -- Central and Western comedy. Monte Thompson, of the old - Gayety, Cincy burly house. . . . BENNY States maximum prices for sales of film splicers Star Is Born manufactured by Baia Motion Picture time Bennett and Moulton companies, DOSS, now Pvt. Benjamin F. Doss, Dancing Pirate who Becky Sharp Little Lord Engineering Company. was once pressed by a playwright 38641432, Co. D, 58th Bn., 12th Regt., Young In Heart Fauntleroy wanted to interest Thompson in a new Nothing Sacred For the reasons set forth in an opinion Camp Fanin, Tex., scribbles that he's Private Snuffy Hillbilly Blitzkrle issued simultaneously herewith and filed kind of play, one without sentiment. keeping his hand in by doing quite a few Smith The Ape Mary with the Division of the Federal Register shows for Special Service, and says he Bowery at Mild- Reath night Brooklyn and pursuant to and under the authority expects to be transferred to that branch Made for Each Bridge vested in the Price Administrator by the of the army soon. Benny says he'd like Other Rodeo Rhythm Emergency Price Control Act of 1942 as Regional Offices Notify to hear from Chick Varnell, T. C. Jacobs, amended, Executive Orders No. 9250 and Trade of Price. Ceilings Al K. Hall, Jack Merrell, Guy Stanley, 9328, and in accordance with Sec. Dan Wilcox, J. D. Kilgore, Ray Smith, 1499.158 of Maximum Price Regulation CHICAGO, April 15.- Regional offices of Ann Fleming, George Marquis and others No. he has worked for and with. 28 East 8th 188. It is ordered: the Office of Price Administration were Street (a) Bala Motion Picture Engineering busy early this week notifying the pho- CHICAGO 5, ILLINOIS Company, 166 Victor Avenue, Highland tographic trade that price ceilings be- Park 3, Michigan, may sell to consumers came effective April 6. No trade reports WANTED its WE PAY YOU and deliver the film splicer of manu- of reactions to these price ceilings had For facture at a maximum price of $10.95 per been received of consequence yesterday FOR unit. maximum price shall be sub- This and today. and Maude Brooks Co. RUNNING COMMERCIAL PICTURES ject to a discount of 40 per cent of sales OPA officials said the ceiling prices Jack to dealers, and 50- 10 -10 -5 per cent sales were placed on used cameras and pro- BOSS CANVASMAN, if possible to drive truck. to distributors. Maximum prices for jectors because consumers were being Also Novelty Vaudeville Feature, change for four sales to consumers shall include delivery, charged fabulous prices on this equip- days, and useful people in all lines. Rehearsals In all other cases maximum prices shall ment. OPA officials in many districts In May. Address: -CLOSING OUT - be f. o. b, factory. called attention to the fact that one in- JACK BROOKS, Sabula, Iowa. 16M. SOUND FEATURES from $5.00 per reel up. FREE LISTS. Also bargains in Discount Rate dividual can bring legal action against 8.O.F. Shorts. (b) Any person, the Baia another individual for selling used other than equipment above ceiling prices. This MULTIPRISES Wateerobury12Conn. Motion Picture Engineering Company, The Princess Stock Co. may sell to dealers and deliver the film fact is said to make the photographio Baia Motion order different from many other ceiling WANTS splicer manufactured by orders. The order sets dollars and cents General Business Team with Specialties, other useful Picture Engineering Company at a price people for week -stand tent rep. Long season. Top RELIGIOUS no higher than $10.95 per unit, less 40 prices for a long list of used equipment, salary. Rehearsals April 23rd. Open May 1st, including and types of Address: E. C. WARD, Cole Camp, Missouri. 16 MM, SUBJECTS 35 MM, per cent discount, f. o. b. factory. cameras many (c) Any person may sell to consumers projectors. Westerns, Actions, Selected Shorts. ENDURANCE IS WAR Wanted: 16MM. Sound Projectors. ana deliver the film splicer manufactured by the Baia Motion Picture Engineering WAR IS ENDURANCE OTTO MARBACH, 630 Ninth Ave., N. Y. City no Would Like To Hear From My Old Friends: Company at a delivered price higher Joey Ray, Alice Krug, Squlrrely Bradley, Ted than $10.95 per unit. Brown, Mr. and Mis. Don King (Orchestra), Judy (d) At the time or prior to the first Piers, Peggy Downing, Santa Claus Miller, Ronnie NEW 16MM. SOUND PROJECTORS FOR SALE Cassidy and all others. DANNY SALISBURY, invoice to each purchaser for resale, the CUTTING IT SHORT Box 3004, Seattle 14, Wash. to Churches. Schools, Organizations and to Operators seller shall notify the purchaser of the Serving Schools, Churches and Isolated Communities. (\\ \\ \ \ \ \ \ \\n By THE R OA DS H 0 W M A M Write for details. maximum prices and the conditions set WANTED WANTED by 1408 for resale by FILMOSOUND LIBRARY has just re- SWANK MOTION PICTURES this Order No. the For "Mandy Green From New Orleans" Minstrels. ATT. RAY SWANK purchaser. This notice may be given in leased Pittsburgh, with an all -star cast Colored Musicians and Performers, Dancing Girls for 814 N. Stinker St. Louis 5, Mo. any convenient form. including Marlene Dietrich, Randolph Line, Blues Singer. Show plays one day and week "Midwest 18mm. Roadshow- Headquarters" stands. Big Tent Theatre. Pay each day if you want (e) This Order No, 1408 may be re- Scott, John Wayne, Frank Craven and it that way. Write voked or amended by the Price Adminis- Louise Allbritton. HORATIO A. THOMAS BOB 4th Ave., No., Nashville, Tenn. 16mm. trator at any time. SOUND This Order No. 1408 shall become ef- EDWARD SMALL, producer of Up on FOR SALE AND SILENT fective on the 27th day of March, 1944. Mabel's Room, has donated 65 16mm. PROJECTORS Issued this 25th day of March, 1944. prints of the film to the army overseas WANTED Features and Short Subjects Available. in For Famous Players. Northwest Iowa, People in all Prices at Ceiling or Less. CHESTER BOWLES, motion picture service for exhibition Administrator. combat areas. lines. Those doing specialties preferred. Contact ZENITH JOEW WYORK4t CITY THE ARMY PICTORIAL service an- VINCENT DENNIS nounces that 16mm. prints of the fol- BOX 189 SPENCER, IOWA COMPLETED NEGATIVES of Go Down, lowing MGM pictures have been sent PORTABLE SOUND! Death, all -Negro religious feature dis- overseas for the fighting forces: Ration- FOR SALE OR LEASE 16MM. SOUND PROJECTORS tributed thru Sack Amusement Enter- ing (Wallace Beery, Marjorie Main), Meet CEILING PRICES. prises, Dallas, have been shipped to New the People (Lucille Ball, Dick Powell), 80x180 Tent, 6 Poles, 2.000 Seats, Stage, 6 AT O.P.A. Tractors, 2 Semi -Trailers, tires; 25 K.W. Light CINEMA All makes 86MM. Portable and York for printing. Shooting will begin Andy Hardy's Blonde Trouble (Mickey good Egripment. Plant, Cook House, Sleeping Tent complete for 25 SUPPLY.. Theatre immediately on all Western, Rooney) and Broadway men. Cash talks, ask quick. Bargain. Address YORK 18 an -Negro Rhythm (George 448 WE 42ND ST., NEW The Chocolate Kid. Murphy, Ginny Simms). Box 111, Colquitt, Ga.

www.americanradiohistory.com 48 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS The Billboard April 22, 1944

TRADE, BUY, SELL ANYTHING YOUR 36 FOR SALE COPPER WIRE RUBBER. CLASSIFIED RATE word advertisement free. Write it -now. Pioneer stranded single, -No. 2 to 4.0. 350 a lb.; Switch Trader, 1803 -P E. 10th St., Anderson, Ind. Box, 60 amp. tea 600 amp, '/z price; Blowers for

ap29x COSTUMES, UNIFORMS, air conditioned tanta. High grade Enamel Paint. - 10c a Word $2.00 a gallon; '/a H.P. Grinders, $21.00; 1 /3 WARDROBES H.P., $31.00; two wheel rubber Hand Trucks, Minimum $2 Cash With Copy $21.00. What are your needs? Send 25% de- COIN -OPERATED posit. C. & H. Electric Co., 436 W. Juneau Ave., Forms Close in Cincinnati A BUY! - CHORUS BRAS OR G- STRINGS. 750 Milwaukee 3, Wie. mal3x strip or Chorus Net Panties, $1.00; Rhinestone MACHINES, SECOND -HAND $2.50; Cellophane FOR TENT AND Opera Place, 1, Center Bras, $1.50; Garter Belts SALE - 30x60 SIDEWALL (25 Cincinnati 0.) Hula Skirts, Bra and Lei. $7.50; Gold. Green, complete with poles. New proscenium and mar- White Red or Blue. Rhinestones and Settings, quee with electric sign, New ticket box, some seats, Thursday for Following Spangles, Braids, Beaded Fringe, Feathers, Rhine- stringers and jacks; 35MM. Feature for sale. 30 W. stone Trimmings, etc.. for sale. Add 250 postage. Amplifier for sound pictures. All equipment in per- Week's Issue C. Guyette, 346 W. 45th St., New York 19. fect condition and reasonable. Write or wire at NOTICE once, Dixie Tent Theatre, Blackvtlle, S. C. ABOUT 2,000 PIECES OF CHORUS WARDROBE and Accessories, mostly sets of eight. Many ma. FOR SALE - UNICYCLE AND BREAKAWAY Only advertisements of used terials off market now. For sale reasonable, Tom Wheel. Edwin Roth, 2103 Summit Ave., Union machines accepted for publication Drake Agency, 2 Midland Bldg., Kansas City. Mo. City, N. J. ACTS, SONGS & PARODIES ap29 in this column. FOR SALE - 32 K.W. A -C ELECTRIC LIGHT- BAND COATS, CHORUS SETS. ORIENTALS, Plant, direct drive. Will buy Roll -o -Plane and COMEDY! - BLACKOUT SKITS, $2.00; M.C.'a Clowns, Gay Nineties, Western Chaps, Minstrels, Wurlitzer Organ, State all. Wayne Hale. Lenox, "Club" Stuff, $5.00. Write for details. Klein- A-1 CIGARETTE AND CANDY VENDING MA Beaded Rhinestone Gowns. No list. Conley, 308 Iowa. man, 25 -31 30th Road, Long Island City 2, N. Y. chines -All makes and models. lowest prices W. 47th, New York 19. ma27 from operators being drafted. Uneedapak Parts in LOOP THE LOOP RIGGING - VAN WYCK__ MUSIC PRINTED, $7.00 UP; SONGS RE- stock. What have you to sell? Mack Postel, 6750 CHORUS COSTUME CLEARANCE - ONE DOL- make. 30 ft. high, seven ft. loop, 10 guy lines, corded. $2.50; Melodies, $6.00; Piano Arrange- N. Ashland, Chicago. ap22x lar, perfect condition; Principals, three dollars. block and tackles. First $75.00 takes it. Williams Men's Wardrobe. Guttenberg. 9 W. 18th St., New and Lee, 464 Holly, St. Paul, Minn. ments, special offers. (Stamp.) Urab -BB, 245 W. U- SELECT-IT, 54 BARS 34th, New York 1. ap29x ALL REBUILTI - 25 York City. ie17x capacity. 50 Candy Venders, $39.50 each; Floor PENNY ARCADE - 35 MACHINES, 20x30 TOP, SONGS- LYRICS -ARRANGEMENTS CAREFULLY Stands, $4.00. Other 50 machines, LoBoy Scales, CURTAINS (20) DIFFERENT SIZES, COLORS, Poles and Counters. Punching Bag, Striking examined. Honest opinion. advise, no other 10 Peanut Vendere. Adair Company, Box 166, $15.00, $20.00 each. Large Cyke, $100.00. Clock, Card Venders, Mutoscopes, Electric Piano, services. Fee. $2.00. Tune Doctor, P. O. Box Oak Park, Ill. ap29 Cellophane Hulas, Ballyhoo Capes, Orchestra Coats. etc. Also other machines for parts. Country Store, Wallace, 2416 N. Halsted, Chicago. 10x10 Top and Frame with 6 fraud -proof Cash 551. New York 1. ap29x ATTENTION, JOBBERS IF YOU PASS THRU - FOR VENTRILOQUIST DUMMIES, ALSO Boxes. Priced to sell. P. G. Rust, 21 S. 20th, Pittsburgh we have Pin Games, Guns. Diggers WIGS Belleville, Ill. and Arcade Equipment of all types. Can make Men's Characters, some used, at bargain prices truckloads, If interested write. Pennsylvania Vend- Rauch, 109 W. 47th St., New York City. SELLING OUT - 35MM. SILENT FILMS, -- AGENTS & DISTRIBUTORS ing Co., 1207 Muriel St., Pittsburgh, Pa. ap29 Serials, Comedies, Westerns. Big selection. Buy CAILLE COMMANDERS, THREE -FIVE PAY, how. Garnette Boyd, 126 E. Ninth, Indianapolis nickel play, .club handles, $57.50 each; Caille 2, Ind. AGENTS, PITCHMEN WRITE FOR FREE Cadets, quarter play, $60.00; nickel play. $50.00; - Play Duke, Jennings Penny FORMULAS & PLANS TENT AND FRAME COMPLETE. 17'fe'x18'. sample of the hottest 250 seller on the market. Jennings Nickel $25.00 Good $100.00. Mohn, Buckeye Olson Sales Co., Des Moines 9, Iowa. ap22 I'lay Duchess, $25.00. Grand Valley Novelty Coln condition, John pang, Traverse City, Mich. Lake, O. AGENTS PHOTOS ON STAMPS GOING LIKE FORTY FAMOUS FORMULAS OF FAST wildfire.- No investment. $2.00 seller, excellent CLOSE -OUT - BALLY GOLD CUP MULTIPLE Sellers, $1.00, with catalog of money making TENTS - SKATING RINK, SHOW AND CON - profit. Samples. details free. American Merchandis- with Jackpot, A -1 condition, $49.50; Bally Vic- plans. Co-Operative, Box 638 -B. Chicago. ap22x cession, all khaki, new and slightly used. Tar- ing, B -7, Box 1967. Montgomery, Ala. tory, multiple free play, $69.50; Mills 1 -2 -3, free MAKE GOOD BEER RECIPE BY BREWER paulins. Campbell Tent & Awning Co., Springfield, - perfect condition, $34.50; Green Vest Pockets, - HL je3x BEAD NECKLACES FOR JOBBERS, FAIR play, of Norwegian 'Bock -Bayer" beer sent for $1 00 $37.50; Longchamp P. O., $29.50; Watling Rola- J. Russell, Gunter Bldg., Shelbyville, Tenn. Workers, Carnival Men. Particulars free. Sample top, 10, $24.50. Kaw Specialty Co., 715 Kansas TENTS -12x12 TO 40x200. ALL PUSH POLE. line, $1.00. Mission, 2328 W. Pico, Los Angeles Ave., Kansas City. Kan. MME. JUANNA'S FACIAL PACK WILL ABOL- Complete list $1.00. Hand roped, good as new, 6. Calif. ju17x ish wrinkles, pimples, blemishes, large pores. rented couple weeks. Sidewall, Poles, Stakes, Sledges, PACE SARATOGA, 100, SIECH- PRODUCTION CIGARETTE FOR SALE - Package 25e. Mme. Juanna, 102 West 75th, etc. Describe fully. Send stamp. Smith Tents, CIGARETTE -A anism like new; needs new slug rejector, skill field New York. my6x Auburn, N. Y. jel7a produced from mid air. .4 good seller. Sample covered. $160.00. Square Deal Novelty Co., Man- and prices, dime. Eastwood, Box 623, Parkersburg, tua), Ill, TRADE 50x80BAIL RING ROUND END TENT W. Va. complete for 20x50 Square End Tent. Homer A. FOR SALE FIVE PIKES PEAKS, A -1 CONDI- Dixon, Box 15, Wellston, O. COSTUME JEWELRY - LATEST, FLASHY DE- tien, $15.00- each. Wanted: Old 10 Record signs. Terrific demand at popular prices. New Selective Capehart Phonograph. P. Markwith, Fair- FOR SALE TWO PORTABLE 35MM. SOUND PROJECTORS, - York Article Co., 336 Marcy Ave., Brooklyn, N. Y. bury, Neb. 2,000 Ft. Magazines, Amplifier and Speaker. ap22 SECOND -HAND GOODS $650.00. Box 709, Mobile, Ala. FOR SALE JEEP, $75.00; ARGENTINE, LEATHER CHANGE AND TOKEN - GENUINE $50.00; Sea Hawk, $40.00; Wildfire, $35.00. WAIKIKI DANCING GIRLS, 8MM., 50 .FT.,' Purse. Has 2 pockets. Assorted colors. Fast All in first class condition. 1 /3 cash, balance ALL AVAILABLE MAKES POPPERS. FIFTY $1.75; 16MM., 100 ft., $3.50, prepaid U.S.A. 250 seller. Jobbers, write. Sample, 200. C. O. D. L. Tullis, 950 Madison, Lima, O. Complete lists of pretty girl, comedy, cartoon and 146 New York 7. ap29 C. All- Electric Machines cheap. Burch, Advance, Gameiser, Park Row, Dunbar, Kingery, Peerless, others. If you travel films plus glamour, sample, dime. Jenkins,.. FOR SALE ONE COLUMBIA GOLD AWARD Cretors, Box 392 -T, Elmira. N. Y. ap29x HARD TO GET NECESSITIES - .MILITARY, 50 Slot Machine,- good working condition, $40.00. want any special type machine we possibly can supply Patriotic Items. Priced below competition; 192 - G. B. Levy, 206 River Rd.. Dodge City, Kan. you. Get our prices on best seasoning made. Also 600.00 FT. TENT, 10 OZ. D.F.. KHAKI WATER- page wholesale catalog free. Mills Sales, 901 will buy any quantity of French Fry Machines. proofed, 20 ft. middles; six 16x20 Tents of 12 Broadway, New York. mh3x FOR SALE OR TRADE FOR 61, 71, 700 OR 800 Caramel Corn Equipment, 120 S. Halsted, Chicago 6. oz. Vivatone woven stripe; Blue Velour Travel Cur- Keeney Air Raiders, $225.00; STAMPING BIG Wurlitzers - 3 ap29x tains; 1,000 ft. #8 Non -Kink Rubber Cable; Flood KEY CHECK OUTFITS - 1 Keeney Submarine, $200.00; 1 Jungle, 1 Vic- Lights; Spots, Baby Spots. H. Z. Freeman, 772 profits stamping Checks, Name Plates and Social ALL - tory, $65.00 each; 1 ABC Bowler, $45.00; 1 Twin ALL KINDS POPCORN MACHINES - Century Bldg., Indianapolis, Ind, Security Plates. The Art Mfg. Co., 303 Degraw, Six, $50.00; 1 Towers, $55.00; 1 Home Run, Electrics, Burch, Star, Cretor, Carmelcorn Equip- Brooklyn. N. Y. my27x 1942, $85.00. Trade or sell any part or all. West ment, Burners. Tanks, Fittings, cheap. Northside MAGIC RACES - AT CIGARETTE TOUCH SIR Coast Vending Company, 912 Seventh Ave., N., St. Sales Co., Indianola, Iowa. jelOx horses are off. Fast seller. Big profits. 40 Petersburg 6, Fla. x FOR SALE - PORTABLE RINK, 53 BY 120, Races, $1.00. Quantity prices. Sample free. OPERATING CONDITION 50 JACK - good maple floor, poles, underframe, fence, side - HELP WANTED Barkley, A -1316 Arch, Philadelphia 7, Pa. ap22 GOOD - pot Slots, $37.50; 10e play, $44.50; 250 play. walls. No top. $1,300.00. Nevin Lewis, Peru, MEDICINE MEN WRITE TODAY FOR FREE write. Parta for rebuilding Mills Slots to Brown Ill. - ADVANCE AGENT- MANAGER FOR SENSA- sample of our new Medicine Package. Eagle Fronts. Coleman Novelty, Rockford, Ill. FOR SALE SOUND EQUIPMENT, SIX VOLT Laboratory, 4014 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. current- Turntable, Mike, 2 Dual Speak- tional One -Man Show. Known Coast to Coast. HOLCOJIB & HOKE FULLY AUTOMATIC direct Hundreds of feature stories recently, Life, Saturday ap22 floor model Popcorn Machines, factory rebuilt ers, 1 Single Speaker, new 52 plate Battery with All in good condition. Bargain price, Evening Post, Coronet, Read, etc. Working Lyceum MEN CLOSE OUT 25% WOOL (send for actual photo) . two only, $195.00 -$250.00. Charger. organizing sponsored pro- PITCH - new $100.00. Write Richard Baird. 748 Sweitzer St., circuit at present. Wishes Blankets, beautiful pastel colors, $2.95; in quan- Rays Tracks (Brown), $95.00 like Bomb grams. Excellent salary, rare opportunity. Box tity, $2.75. Kemp, 39 Mt. Hope Ave., Rochester, Hits, $12.00; Holly Grips, $10.00; Seeburg Shoot - Greenville, O. 585, Billboard. Ashland Bldg., Chicago 1. ap29 N. Y. the- Chutes, $125.00; Rock-Ola and Seeburg Phono- 55 WATT OPERADIO AMPLIFIER ALSO graphs, all models; Popmatic (coin operated pop- like new Microphone. 4 Speakers, Turntable- Record DRAMATIC PEOPLE, WRITE ME - I AM ('ON- PITUHMEN WANTED FOR DEDIdNSTRATING corn machines). Motorola Car Radio, $25.00 Player, 2 Spotlights, Cash Register. Best cash offer templating opening a show here in Morganton, New Soap Deal in department stares. Miraco (cost $75.00). We buy, sell, trade. The P. K. Sales takes all. Mages Sport Store, 6216 S. Halsted, N. C., under canvas. Write for details. Organized Supply Company, 704 N. Wells St., Chicago 10, Ill. Company, 6th and Hyatt, Cambridge. O. x Preferred. Dramatic Show, 408 S. Green St., Mor- Chicago, M. ganton, N. PICTURES OF GLAMOUR GIRLS, BOOKLETS, I WILL PAY $375.00 EACH FOR WURLITZER C. Books, Comia Cards. large assortment, $1.00. 700's, 800's, 750's, 780's 750E's, 780E's. DRUMMER, TENOR SAX WANTED - PERMA- List with order. Frank Cardon, Box 6818, Pitts- Ship, wire or write. F. J. Herynek, 508 Gough nent location guaranteed thruout duration. Fine burgh, Pa. ap29 St., San Francisco, Calif. ap22 large instrumentation with big time library of spe- SECOND- cials. Building band for post -war upper brackets. SELL STORES, HOTELS, RESORTS, ETC., OUR WITH STANDS, $25.00 EACH; FOR SALE- and Specialties. SIUTOSCOPES Six nights, salary forty dollars weekly. State age, Genuine Photographic Cards 2 Monkey Meters for $45.00; 2 Ask Me Another, HAND SHOW PROPERTY experience, draft classification and phone number. True-Art Studio, 614 Temple Court Bldg., Chatta- $25.00 each; 4 -in -1 Venders, $5.00 each; Home All other musicians invited to write. Orchestra. nooga, Tenn. Runs, Wizards, Oracles, Model F Targets and Pingo, Leader, Box 2011, Wichita 1. Kan. ap22 $10.00 each; Ranger Gun or A.B.T. Duck Guns, WEIGHTS. 127 WAYS TO MAKE MONEY, IN HOME OR CANVAS VARIOUS WIDTHS AND EXPERIENCED, STEADY, WHO office, business of your own. Full particulars only $35.00 each; Lifter, $10.00. E. W. Schnepel, Tarpaulins.- Waterproof Covers, 9x12 ft., $8.10; DRUMMER - Red Bud, Ill. a likes and can play considerable tWo-beat rhythm. free. Elite, 214 Grand, New York. ap29x 12x14 ft.. $11.75; 15x20 ft.. $20.25. Imitation Tenor band. $55.00. Lynn Kerns, Fairmont, Minn. WEEKLY FOR YOU EXTRA ARE YOU ONE WURLITZER PHONOGRAPH WITH THREE Leather, Paints. Enamels and many other items. $100 15" Best offer takes it. Mages Sport Michigan Salvage Co., 609 W. Jefferson, Detroit DUCHIN STYLE PIANIST OR ACCORDIONIST with a circus or carnival? Write at once. No Speakers. fake, anything. A. Tails & 3 Lox - Stores, 4019 W. North Ave., Chicago, Ill. 26, Mich. ap22x for name cocktail unit. Read, transpose. selling or buying Co., Good character, neat appearance, personality. Play- wood St., Worcester, Mass. OPERATOR WILL BUY UP TO FIVE 3 -BELLS COMPLETE PENNY ARCADE - INCLUDES 65 ing only the better hotel lounges. Currently eighth or 4 -Bells if priced right. Most be late aerials. machines, most of them bought new in 1942 week of long contract Fort Wayne's finest hotel. Box C -20, Billboard, Cincinnati 1. and only used one season. Counters, good Automatic Salary $90.00 weekly. Have opening April 21. Tent, Poles, Stakes, PHOTOMATICS WANTED WILL PAY CASH Record Player System. 30'x42' Wire Bill Akin, Fort Wayne Athletic Club, Fort - 1935 Ford Truck, van body, mechanically good. Wayne, Ind. BIRDS, for late model Photomatice. Please describe ready to operate on carnival ANIMALS, fully. McGuire, 313 N. Santa Ana St., Bellflower, good rubber. Everything ap29x asad make money. If you want the best, this is it. HAMMOND ORGANIST - MALE. TO JOIN REPTILES Calif. Positively no junk. Reason for selling, my hus- name unit. I own organ. You must read, fake, QUICK CASH FOR WURLITZER "600." $235.00. band is in foreign service. My price, $3,500 cash. modulate, know old and new tunes. Playing best State condition. Will wire deposit. Kaw Spe- If you don't have cash, don't bother. Mrs. Paul E. hotels. No lush, no jazz. Don't misrepresent. BABY SPIDER MONKEY, TAME, $60.00; cialty Co., 715 Kansas Ave., Kansas City 3, Kan. Rollins, 2617 Live Oak St., Dallas, Tex. a Orchestra Leader, Neil House, Columbus, O. large Spiders, $45.00; Red Fox Pups, $10.00; ap22 my20 ELECTRIC FANS CORRECTLY BALANCED Turkey Buzzard, $7.50. Charone Animal Ranch, - THAT CAN PLAY WITH Jefferson, Wie. SKILL SHOTS OR ZOOMS. $16.00; ABT MODEL 16" aluminum blades, rié" bore, $3.00; Heavy HAMMOND ORGANIST F, $17.50; Scooter. $10.00; Charms Venders, Guard. $2.00. Use '/a or 1 /6 H.P. electric motor circus bandy also 2 more Trumpets. Show opens 2 EXTRA GOOD ARAB AND BACK SOMER- $9.50; Ten Strikes, nncrated, $50.00; Flippers, and make your own fans. Ted Eiseman, 427 E. April 24. State salary. We furnish board and sault Dogs, $100.00 each. Wick Leonard, 3209 $4.50; Pikes Peaks, $18.50. Wanted: All types Jefferson St., Springfield, UI. ap29x transportation. Hunt Bros.' Circus, Bordentown, Sullivant Ave., Columbus, O. Belgian N. J. Arcade Guns, Games, Phonographs, Skeeballs, ELECTRIC PLANTS FROM 800 WATTS TO Pool Tables. McLennan, 17704 John R., Detroit. 10,000 watts. E. -F. Schmaltz, 215 Wyoming LEAD TRUMPET FOR TENOR BAND - GOOD Mich. Tr-26480. Ave., Kingston, Pa. tone, register, phrasing, intonation essential. Only 50 D.J. Q.T.'S, LIKE NEW, TRADE OR dependable musicians, write. Box C -35, The Billboard, THREE FOR QUICK SALE COMPLETE BOOTH Cincinnati 1, O. BUSINESS pay cash. Want Bally Basket Ball, Bally Magic Equipment for two 500 seat theatres. Bargain. Ball, Exhibit Hi Ball, Exhibit Screen Test, Rockola MUSICIANS WANTED ESPECIALLY PIANO 194 S. Movie Supply Co., 1318 S. Wabash Ave., Chicago. - OPPORTUNITIES Major Series, Parket. Star Vending Co., ap29_ and Drummer. Others write. Room. board, gold Penn., Denver, Colo. and good kicks. Read or not, union or not lush or LARGE KIDDIE ILLUMINATED, $85.00; FOR SALE IN CANADA - not. Write Tom Smith, 58 White St., Danbury, FULL FASHION HOSIERY SPECIAL- LADIES' WURLITZER 616, Aeroplane Ride, Connors make, 5 planes, seats Conn. Wurlitzer 616, $75.00- Keeney Submarine, Laughlin, Full Fashion Thirds, $3.50 dozen; 45 Gauge, in Bag. $95.00: Western 20 passengers. Sacrifice for cash. Donald 10 dozen lots, $3.25; in 100 dozen, $3.10. Ceiling $185.00: Mills Punching Tecumseh, Ontario. PIANO FOR SOCIETY BAND - READ STOCKS DeLuae Baseball. $90.00; Peo Basketball, $75.00: and chord symbols, featured solo and fill -ins. price, $5.40. .Ladies' 51 Gauge Irregulars, $6.50 Bomber $300.00; Scientific X -Ray FOR SALE MIDGET STEEL B GALLERIES write. Howard LeRoy, Hotel dozen; Ladies' Nylons, thirds, $6.75. No money Kirk Night -2 1143, Also Drummer. Others on but Poker, $40.00; Deinxe Texas Leaguer, $40.00; on trailer, $150.00. Gross, P. O. Box Rosa, Amarillo, Tex. refunded on Nylons; refunds everything Vibrator, $40.00; Panoram Solovue with Film, Bethlehem. Pa. Nylons. The Nylons are sewed up thirds. Ladies' Ever - TENOR SAX DOUBLING FLUTE, CLARINET. assorted sizes and colors. $395.00; Kicker -Catcher, $18.75. Herb COMPLETE 35MM. PORTABLE and Children's Anklets, schor, 276 S. High. Columbus, O. x FOR SALE - Must have good tone, read well and be depend- 10 dozen, $10.00. Men's Banner Wrap Long Projector with Sound and Screen. Simplex Semi - able. Write Box C -34, The Billboard, Cincinnati 1, Thirds, $2.00 dozen; Shorts, 750- $1.00- $1..50- 1 BALLY SHOOT THE BULL 1 SHIPMAN BAR Pro equipment, with interchangeable manda and low- Ohio. $2.00. Big values in hosiery. Send $10.00 for any Vender, 1 Imp, 1 Bally Beauty, 1 7- Column intensity carbon lamp houses. Variety of lenses. samples. National Trading Co., 112 E. Markham, DuGrenier Cigarette Machine. All machines ready When dismantled. packs neatly into 13 shipping WANT LEAD TENOR - ALSO STRING BASS men. Little Rock. Ark. a for location. Drafted, sacrifice, $125.00 for lot. cases, This equipment gives perfect projection and doubling Vocals. Excellent salary to right single, double or Contact Roy Williams, Biltmore Hotel, Dayton, O. PICTURE SHOW, C. E. Gould, Box 26. McCulley. O. excellent sound. Machine carries SALE OR LEASE -OUTDOOR 4,000 ft. reels. Ideal equipment for screening rooms, WANT MUSICIAN TRUMPET AND CLARI- Park; 1,000 cars. thirty acres. Ready to run. 2 MILLS AND 1 JENNINGS ESCALATOR This equipment is - small theatres or roadshows. net for carnival band. Join at once. Wire Vin- State Route 4, Hamilton. Herschel Jefferis, Pales- Slots, 50 play; 3.5 pay, clean, $100.00 each or 20 hours' use. Owner Ky. positively like new; less than cent Bellomo, Bee's Old Reliable Shows, Clinton, tine, O. $275.00 for all. John M. Stuart, Paris, going to army. Must sell at once. $1.000 cash Tenn. hays complete outfit. Guaranteed. Write or wire "SCHEMER" MAGAZINE, ALLIANCE, OHIO, 8 ERIE DIGGERS, S EXHIBIT TRAVELING EXPERIENCED TRUMPET MUST publishes winning schemes. tips, opportunities, Cranes. 4 Exhibit Merchantmen. 2 Yankee Cranes Box 249, Wilmington, O. x WANT - $1.00; 4242 Market, Philadelphia, read, fake for Dixieland combo. Long location. formulas; answers questions: 46th year, for Arcades. National, FOR SALE - MERRY -GO-ROUND, BUILT BY Also Piano Man. Leader, Gilbert Hotel, Daytona trial, three months, 25c. ap22x Pa. Philadelphia Toboggan; has 51 horses, 2 chariots, Beach, Fla. WURLITZER, 2 inside rows jumpers, outside row stationery, ceiling SIGNS MADE EASILY WITH OUR LETTER 950 WURLITZFR. $625.00; 500 organ. WANTED FIVE OR SIX PIECE ORCHESTRA. up to 8 in, with $298.50: Mills Owl, $75.00; Western Base Ball. on ride. 10 H.P. 3 phase motor, Wurlitzer - and Numeral Patterns. Ten sets floor shows. Mgr. Jerry Car- Ridge Music Co., 10 W. Center, Sebring, Everything in A -1 shape. Olympia Park, McKees- girls or boys. Play catalog of money making plans. only $1.00. Co- $60.00. Pa. _ man, 402 Club, Port Huron, Mich, ap29 Operative, Box 638 -A, Chicago. ap29 Fla. port,

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WANTED EXPERIENCED ALTO-CLARINET CAMERAS FOR SALE - ALL OPERATIONS - 2 x3 34 Man. Must read, fake; also Piano. Location, are done on the outside of the booth. t long contract, cheap living. Leader, Gilbert Hotel, Booth Model, $115.00; 3 34x51 Full Length Booth AT LIBERTY Daytona Beach, Fla. Model, $130.00; 3 34x534 Full Length Table Model, SCENERY AND BANNERS $140.00. Without lens add 25% excise tax. One- PIANO. BASS AND TRUMPET. quarter down. balance C. O. D. Biltright Camera MUSICIANS WANTED - CIRCUSES AND Other musicians, write. Well organized, Mid- Mfg. Co., P. 0. Box 452, Greensboro, N. C. ap22x SIDE SHOW BANNERS FOR west band. Salary $50.00 per week; 4 -F or draft carnivals. Small Scenery Drops; reasonable; esti- exempt. Write Box 152, Grand Island, Neb. ap29 CASH FOR YOUR PHOTO EQUIPMENT -WHAT mates. United Scenic Studio, 5918 W. Cermak ALTO SAX AND CLARINET-EUGENE SIX. have you? Give details. P. D. Q. Camera Co., Rd., Cicero, Ill. Congress Hotel, Amaba, Neb. ap22 ap29x WANTED - CIRCUS HILLBILLY AND RODEO 111 E. 35th St., Chicago, DL AT LIBERTY EXPERIENCED GIRL DRUM - Performers. Also Working Men. Costello lion - mer. Union. Rita Senard, 101 Cherry St. trainer, answer. Will buy 30x60 Tent. Roy Bros.' DIME PHOTO OUTFITS CHEAP -ALL SIZES. ap22 Circus, Flatonia, Tex. Better drop in and see them. All the latest Punxsutawney, Ps.' improvements. Real bargains. P. D. Q. Camera Co., TATTOOING SUPPLIES AT LIBERTY MAY 1 -TENOR MAN DOU- WANTED GIRL AND MALE MUSICIANS. 111 E. 35th St., Chicago. ap29x bling Clarinet; Trumpet Man doubling Vocal - Separate Union. Top salary, steady. Photo, references at OUTFITS AND SUPPLIES Worked at team two years in jam combo. once. Ralph Minis, 415 Godchaux Bldg., New DIRECT POSITIVE OPERATORS -A STEADY TATTOOING - jobs considered. Prefer jam band, location only. D.P.P. Prompt service. fresh Send for illustrated literature. Also Diamond Orleans. La. supply Eastman Engraving Outfits for concessionaires. Must be dependable. No drunkard, no jerks. Walter stock and all 1945 dating. 1 1/4". $5.75- 2 ", Equipped Elkin, Box 762, Scottsbluff, Neb. ap29 21/4", 3", $10.50; 314 ", $11.00; Moore, 651 S. State, Chicago. my13 $7.25; $8.75; TEACHER WITH CON- 5 x7 $6.25 per gross. Any size and any amount. BAND CONDUCTOR, - 25% deposit with order, balance C. O. D. K. W. cart band library. Sober, reliable, industrious. Geary & Co., P. O. Box 5916, Pittsburgh 10, Pa. Formerly with Sousa, Experienced in production, INSTRUCTIONS ap22x Personnel and shipping. Bart Lyons, Back Bay BOOKS & CARTOONS WANTED TO BUY Station, Box 141, Boston, Maas. ap29 ED PP, LATE 1944 DATING-11/4", $5.50 BIG TONE ON EACH INSTRUMENT - TENOR per roll. 234 ", $8.60 per roll; 314", $11.00 and Clarinet. 4 -F. age 25. Prefer four to seven per roll; 5x7, $7.00 per gross. One -third deposit, A -1 CIGARE it, AND CANDY VENDING MA- AMATEUR AUTHORS! MAJOR AND MINOR chines, Will pay $15.00 for Blondie, Power- pieces. void. What you? Best operations on- your sick manuscripts by balance C. O. D. George Ponser Co., 763 S. 18th, Union Read, All performed Newark, N. J. house, Formation. Mao Postel, 6750 N. Ashland ofer getsme- professional writer, $1.00 reading fee to 5,000 words. Ave., Chicago, IlL ap22 offers considered. Bill Theodore, Rm. 2120, LaSalle Advice free. Phillip, 5346 Newport, Chicago 41. Hotel, Battle Creek, Mich. E.D.P.P., 134 ", $4.50; 2 ", $6.00; 234 ", $7.50; CASH FOR PORTABLE RINK, SKATES AND BOOKS AT 21/40 UP FOR HEALTH, MAGIC'. 3 ". $7.75; 3'/4 ", $9.50; 4 ", $11.50; 5x7, Tent. Any size. Must be good condition. Dave DRUMMER - 21, EXPERIENCED, ARMY Crime. Narcotic, Astrology, Boxing, Wrestling, $5.25; 8x10, $10.75. Six rolls or over, 50% de- Cohen, 117 Clayton St., Waukegan, Ill. discharge. Read. fake. Union (802) . Free posit. Bonomo, 25 Park. Brooklyn, N. Y. April 22, Write Drummer, 1740 New Hampshire Jiu Jitsu, Minstrel, Fun, Snake and other shows. IN GOOD CON- editions. Write your requirements; CHAIR PLANE OR ANY RIDE Ave., Washington, D. C. Stock and special EASEL PHOTO MOUNTS, ALL SIZES WOOD, dition, ready to work. D. J. Van Billiard. North 30 different samples, $1.00 postpaid. Stein Pub- - ap29 DRUMMER 30, SINGLE, 4 -F, UNION. RE- House, 521 S. State St., Chicago, Dl. leatherette, glass frames, latest styles. Sizes 2x3 Wales, Pa. - lishing to 8x10. Patriotic Heart Mirrors, Frames, Easels sort, travel, location. PFreter dance band. State HIGHEST PRICES PAPD FOR OLD GENCO salary. Bob Johnson, 1641 Sollivant Ave., Co- IDEAS! PAY for 1 1/4 x2. Everything for direct positive operator. working order. CARTOONISTS NEED GAGS. - Co., Box 287, Pin Games. Do not have to be in lumbus, O. to Sell Prompt shipment. Capitol Equipment $5.00 to $20.00. How to Write, Where je8x Will pay se each for any quantity used records. Gags," 25e. Gerard, 710 Gaston, Fairmont, W. Va. Saint George, N. Y. H. Perin. 123 W. Runyon St., Newark, N. J. NOVACHORD OR HAMMOND ORGAN POSI- tion wanted for summer months. Anywhere. SENSATIONAL 1944 OFFER! LATEST PIG EASTMAN KODAK D.P. - 25 ROLLS 33'4 USED TENT ABOUT THIRTY OR FORTY BY Varied experience. Juilliard graduate. S. Breg- - inch paper, each. Offers accepted. - show; also Hand or tures, Gorgeous Girls, Unusual Books, Oddities, $10.00 sixty, suitable for picture man, 3971 Gouverneur Ave., New York 63. Curios; over 20 Artistic items sent C. O. D., plus Flagler Fotoshop, 263 E. Flagler St., Miami, Fla. Power Driven Snow Machine. William Whisen- postage or express, anywhere for $1.00. Lists in- ap22x hunt, Meadow, Tex. RADIO ARTIST - QUEEN OF THE ORGAN, Hobby Piano, Novachord, available June for theatre, cluded. Money refunded if not satisfactory. 50 WANT TO BUY PUNK RACK BALL GAME clientele hotels. Do not own in- Shop, 2039 E. 21st St., Oakland 6, Calif. EASTMAN DIRECT POSITIVE PAPER - full de- radio, restricted rolls I34" at $4.00 per toll; 15 rolls 2',4" at with or without top and frame. Write strument, Beautiful wardrobe. Strictly class spot YOU CAN ENTERTAIN FOR ALL OCCASIONS $7.50 per roll; 24 rolls 3" at $8.00 per roll; 10 tails and price. John Noble, Pyrites Spring Park. considered only. No night clubs. Agencies, contact. with our Trick Drawings and Rag Pictures. Cata- tells 3144" at $9.00 per roll; 10 rolls 334" at Cleveland, O. Box C -33. Billboard. Cincinnati 1. log, 10e. Balda Art Service, Oshkosh, Wis. ap29x roll. 1/3 deposit. George Paterson, $10100 per WATCHES WANTED - BROKEN OR USABLE, RHYTHM GUITAR MAN 10 YEARS' EX- 6 W. 190th St., Bronx, N. Y. prices paid - all kinds, even Ingersolls. Highest perience with top cowboy and hillbilly bands; for Jewelry, Rings, SpectacTes, Alarm Clocks, Razors and Yodeler. FACTORY PRICES ON D.P.P. ALL DE- 1 -C classification. Wife expert Singer - Cigarette Lighters, Gold Teeth, etc. Cash mailed Want job for both or for man alone. Prefer cowboy livery 1944 or 1945 dating. Minimum order, promptly. Loew'e Holland Bldg., St. Louis 1, Mo. MAGICAL APPARATUS $50.00. 25% deposit, balance C. O. D. Following z unit. Write, wire Smiley Wilson, General Delivery, available at these prices: 25 1 % "x250', $4.97; Gadsden, Ala. 4 2 "x250', $5.55; 86 2% "x250', $6.76; 55 WANTED ALL KINDS POPCORN POPPERS, - Vend- A BRAND NEW ILLUSTRATED CATALOGUE 3 "x250', $7.97; 24 314 "x250'. $8.62; 1 gasoline, electric,; Kettles. Peanut Roasters, of Mindreading, Mentalism, Spirit Effects, Magic, 3 1/4 "x250', $9.21. Albany Camera Shop, Inc., 204 ers, Adding Machines, Office Supplies. Northside Horoscopes, Forecasts, Buddha, Future Photos, Washington Ave., Albany, N. Y. my6x Sales Co., Indianola, Iowa. je3x AT LIBERTY Crystals, Lucky Pieces, Palmistry, Graphology Charts ANY SIZE, LARGE Largest stock. Illustrated FOLDERS PATRIOTIC AND REGULAR DE- WANTED RHINESTONES. and Books. Wholesale. - Photos, or small quantities. Harry Klitzner Co., 433 PARKS AND FAIRS catalogue, 30e. Nelson Enterprises, 336 S. High signs. Prices per 100. For 134 x2 .,t st Provid nce. R. I. ap22a St., Columbus, O. ma20x $1.75; for 2x3, $1.85; for 3x4, $2.75- for 3x5 $2.85; for 4x6, $4.00; for 5x7, $4.25. Fla ANSWER QUESTIONS. CALL NAMES, BIRTH Mounts assorted for 1 %x2, 60e; for 2x3, 750 SINK'S CIRCUS ATTRACTIONS - WORLD'S Dates. Professional Master Mindreading Act (no Comic Post Cards for 11x2 Photos, $2.00 per 100 best Wire Act, Comedy Clown Juggling, Novelty assistant). Self contained. use anywhere, $1.00. Immediate shipments. Miller Supplies, 1535 Frank Trapeze, Hand Balancing and Acrobatic. Four acts. Magical Enterprises, Roseville, Mich. my13x lin Ave., St. Louis, Mo. ap22 R. 1, Cudahy, Wis. my2O Sound Projectors. Amp] er, PRO - SPECIALIZ- ATTRACTIVE 216 -PAGE ILLUSTRATED FOR 12 ROLLS 3 INCH EASTMAN Comedies, Shorts, Serial. Other show equipment. F. E. D. (DAREDEVIL) MARTISH feasional Magic Catalogue of Tricks, Books, Sup - SALE - ing in latest thrills, "headstands" atop auto at D.P. Paper, dated July, '44, $100.00 takes all. Fred Bennett, Kennard, Tex. because no one else plies, etc.. 25e. Kanter's (Magicians' Headquar- Photo Burlington, N. C. z 30 -45 -60 M.P.H. Latest out ters), B -1311 Walnut, Philadelphia 7, Pa. ap29x Miniature Studio, WANTED - ADVANCE SINGLE COLUMN is doing same. Offering anyone one hundred dollars Machines. Must have 250 mechanisms. few good booking -O -MATIC - Vending ($100.00) to do same. Have EIGHTY MYSTIFYING MAGIC STUNTS FULLY MILLMAN'S NEW DEVEL DEVELOP Any condition. Please state in first letter price, con- wire P. O. Box 3353. Port- explained in large illustrated 64 page book, only ing Racks (Pat. Appl. for #526890), a necessity dates open. Write or your hands out dition and quantity. C. B. Merry, 3607 Paseo, land 8, Ore. ap22 50e. Dozen. $3.00. Bargain book free. Elfco, for every direct positive operator. Keep Kansas City 3. Mo. 436 N. Wells. Chicago. ma6x of strong acids. Produce more and better pictures. OUTSTANDING TRAPEZE ACT FOR OUTDOOR Special D.P. Cameras made to order. Try my gen- PICTURE PROJECTORS 500 Attractive equipment. Plat- LARGE PROFESSIONAL MAGIC CATALOGUE, 8MM MOTION - and indoor events. uine 2 Picture Folder for 1 i4 Photo, wire price same day New York Leather "x2" watt, any make. Will your form required for outdoor. Charles La Croix, 1304 25e. Max Holden, 220 W. 42d St., $15.00, 100; sample, 25e. Herman Millman. 17 projector is received. M. C. Berry, P. O. Box 6027. S. Anthony, Fort Wayne 4, Ind. City, N. Y. mal3x W. St., New York 11, N. Y. ap22 20th Kansas City, Mo. FOUR DIFFERENT FREE MAGIC, FUN, MYSTERY BOOK OF 50 CARD THE GUTHRIES - - AND EASTMAN DIRECT POSI. Attractions. Tight Wire, Balancing, Trapeze Iron Tricks with regular deck. Easy to do. Catalog NEW MARFUL tire Paper-All size rolls and cut sheets. Send Jaw, Butterfly and Double Trapeze. Reasonable. of 300 Magic Tricks included. Both for 25e. 2. ap22 Fun Shop, 623-0 S. Hill, Los Angeles 14. my6x us a trial order on our new 1944 Marful Emulsion. 220 W. 9th, Cincinnati It's good. Marks & Fuller. Inc., Dept. B1, 66 -72 MAGICAL APPARATUS ILLUSIONS, NEW AND Scio St., Rochester 4, N. Y. ap22x used. Catalog second hand list, 10e. Mac's At Liberty Shop, 506 -ß Main. Ft. Worth 2, Tex. ap29 OPERATORS! NEED MONEY? GET IT NOW Magic with my new -Sweetheart Photo Lockets, It's hot. AT LIBERTY MAGICIAN'S "BAG OF TRICKS" - NEW Holds 2 pictures for 134x2; 250 stamps for sample Magic Book just out, $1.00 postpaid. Circular with full particulars. Watch imitators. Also have Advertisements PLAYERS free. Sterling Products Co., Dept. 5, Springfield, folders. C. Gameiser, 146 Park Row, New York 7. PIANO IV. ap22x 5e a Word. QUALITY MAGIC SINCE 1907 - SEND 25e PHOTO MOUNTS FOR DIRECT POSITIVE With PIANIST SOLOIST OR RHYTHM MAN. for catalog. Thayere' Studio of Magic. P. O. Box book types. For Minimum $1. Cash Copy. - studios. Easel and best Prices Union, cut shows. Congenial sober, good ward- 1785, Wiltshire LaBrea Station, Los Angeles, Calif. and quick deliveries write to International Sales Co., robe. Beet references, play all requests. Desire mal3x 3902 Garrison Blvd., Baltimore, Md. ma6x hotel cocktail lounge or dining room; or placement SENSATIONAL "CARDS THRU SPACE," PHOTO MOUNTS NEW EASEL TYPE, FOR with name band. Will travel anywhere. State all in - immediately. Care H. Doleg, Trick, with Gimmick, 50e. Lindo Mindreading, 11/4 x2 photos. Deluxe Leatherette, Patriotic and first letter. Available 50e; 15 Mystifying Tricks, 250; $1.00 for all. Regular designs, 100, $2.00; 1,000, $17.50. Im- 817 Olympia Bldg., Miami 32, Fla. Lindo, Spivak 1, Colo. mediate shipment. Free samples. Prepaid if re- AT LIBERTY PROFESSIONAL, TRAINED, accompanies order; otherwise C. O. D. plus PIANIST - mittance talented musician. Gentleman, single, union. Ex- charges, Photographers Press, Box 30, Farmington, BANDS AND ORCHESTRAS perienced 41 lines. Salary $100.00 weekly. Box Mo. my 13 C -22, The Billboard. Cincinnati 1, O. ap29 MISCELLANEOUS PHOTOMATON 4 FOR 25 CENTS AUTOMATIC PIANIST READ, FAKE, RIDE. 4 -F, UNION. Machine, in very good working condition with TRIO - USING PIANO, SOLOVOX, VIBRA- Excellent- rhythm- Do not drink. Location only. five extra conveyors and additional parts, $750.00. harp, Violin, Sax, Cello. Want summer loca- Al Rucker, 2105 14th, Phenix City, Ala, Phone Open for offers. Flagler Photo Shop, 263 E. Flagler tion June 1. Address Trio, 504 Perry, Vincenpn22 9750. my6 FOR SALE - NAMEPLATE TAPE, 100 LBS., St. Miami, Fla. ap22 for use in nameplate machine, at $2.00 per pound d PIANIST-MALE. HONORABLY DISCHARGED. I /3 deposit. George Paterson, 6 W. 190th St., PRE -WAR CAMERAS -MADE OF BRASS AND Good appearance, style, repertoire. Prefer alone Bronx, N. Y. steel, in wooden cabinets with F -4.5 lens. Well or with good singer. Long experience, go any- made, full length or bust pictures. These cameras where, Al Nash, 1229 Locust St Philadelphia, LUMINOUS CLOTH TAPE - HIGHEST GLOW - are new. Don't take our word for it. Drop in and ing properties, made to U.S. Government standards can AT LIBERTY Pa. be used for novelties, etc. "Glows see them operate. We don't think you duplicate (seconde). Cen them anywhere for the money. 2 34 "x3 %' in the dark." Rolls 2" wide. 10 yards long, $2.00 $250.00; 3% "x5 ", $325.00. Can be operated COLORED PEOPLE each roll; $20.00 per dozen. Art-Glo Mfg. Co., from booth or as is. h deposit, full amount with Wickford, R. I. x orders west of the Mississippi River. Hudson Photo AT LIBERTY MUSIC COVER DESIGNS $8.00. COMMER- Mfg. Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. EXPERIENCED PIANIST - READ, FAKE, - transpose. Want medicine show, or road show rial Art, Cartooning, Cuts. Signs, Posters. Rea- IN REVERSE sonable. Send ideas. Frank Mertz, 245 West 34th, QUIT MAKING PICTURES - engagement. Draft exempt, free to travel. State SINGERS will insignias, New York. my6x Our Reversal Device put soldiers' salary and full details in first letter or no answer. etc., on the side they belong. For 134" camera, Also bring other useful people. Ted Ashleigh. 415 FEMALE COMEDY BLUES SINGER. $10.00; for 2% ", $12.50; for all other cameras, E. Columbia St., Detroit 1, Mich. ap22 WHITE $15.00. Send full amount with order. Hudson Sing 120 songs with character acting. Have z diploma, three stage dresses. Age 28, attractive. Photo Mfg. Co., Chattanooga, Tenn. All offers considered. Write Hannah Trinker, 461 PERSONALS WE BUY, SELL EASTMAN D.P.P., ANY SIZE, W. 46th St., New York City, ap22 at your price. Will accept reasonable offer. Write what you have or need. We make new AT LIBERTY BEN (HORSEBACK) MEYERS CONTACT BEN Verticle D.P. Cameras and Equipment, 1 % "x2 Stone. 406 S. Main St.. Loa Angeles 13, Calif.. Photo Comic Cards, $2.00 hundred; Foregrounds, MAGICIANS Important. $7.50. Bonomo, 25 Park St.. Brooklyn 6, N. Y. AT LIBERTY immediately. ap29x LUMINOUS CASUARINA EARRINGS GLOW LADY ASSIST - - - LA- MAR," THE MAGICIAN VAUDEVILLE ARTISTS in the dark. All colors. State choice, $1.00 pair 2 1/2 x2 ;4" D.P. CAMERAS - BEST 2.9 STEIN ant. One -hour show. For -club, floor shows postpaid. Prieto Novelty Creations, 3404 S. W. heil lens automatic Timor shutter complete, without lodges, entertainments. Myers, 519 Wheeling Ave., 24th Terrace, Miami 83, Fla. booth. $200.00. Beautiful booth wired, with above Cambridge, O. ap22 LADY COMEDY SINGING, DANCING, TALK - camera installed, $475.00. Box 1991, Oklahoma ing Specialties. Change ten nights. Med. tent. 8x10 PHOTOS. 50 EACH IN QUANTITY. PHOTO City, Okla. ma8 vaudeville. Gusste Flamme, 35 N. Ontario St., Post Cards. See our ad in Night Clubs- Vaude- ville department. Mulson Studio, Bridgeport 8, Conn. Toledo, O. AT LIBERTY PRINTING MIDWAY CONFAB MISCELLANEOUS (Continued from page 37) PHOTO SUPPLIES pin pitch. Candy Apple Smitty Is build- ALL KINDS OF JOB PRINTING 100 LET - DEVELOPING -PRINTING terheads and Envelopes, $1.00 postpaid.- Comic AT LIBERTY - MED LECTURER AND OFFICE ing new booths. Bee Barker booked pop- Cards, 250. Dickover Printing, 5233 Cleveland Worker. Wife plays Piano and works in acta. corn again. Hilda Colegrove's three new Kansas City 4, Mo. myld Address Doc Matt Harlan, 434 4th St., N. W., New ALL SIZES DIREE DIRECT POSITIVE PAPER Barberton, O. ap22 ball game tops arrived. Paul Johnston, now available for all users, new and old. Order YOUR NAME, ADDRESS PRINTED ON 500 RADIO OR STAGE UNIT COMEDIAN. DOU- going over electrical equipment, built Direz Chemicals and Direx Paper direct from fac- Gummed Stickers, 34x2 ", 300 coin (no stamps). bling Washboards, Drums and Bus or Truck Driver. two front towers with plenty of neon. tory today. Grant Photo Products, Inc., Positype Write plain. Edgewood Press, Box A -4, Edgewood, Only top units reply. Union, sober, white, reliable Division, 18915 Detroit Ave., Cleveland 7, O. Md. my20 with A -1 references. Songwriter with own hooks A new office trailer will arrive for the ALL SUPPLIES FOR DIRPOS OPERATORS AT $1.00 POSTPAID - 100 834 x11 BOND LET - and photo sales. Prefer radio barn dance set -up on opening. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Agnew, Cut rate prices. Few 1 % " machines. Write terheads and 100 6% Envelopes, both printed. locations. State all in first or no reply. Nationally Mr. and Mrs. Speed Sprague and Lewis fer latent prices. Wabash Photo Supply, Terre Bonneville Printing, 907 W. Roosevelt, Philadelphia known. Roy Scrubhoard Wallace, 2205 Bellefoun- Haute, Ind. ap29 40, Pa. taine, Indianapolis 5, Ind. ap22 Hollman have rides with the show.

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MAIL ON HAND AT Galligher, Orville L. Talbott, Geo. Burl W ILLIAMS,' Robert WOODRUME, Gardiner, Ed M. TRADE Tanburr, D. T. Willis, W. J. Thomu CINCINNATI OFFICE Gardner, Thomas SERV/CE Tasks, Joe Wills Jr., Geo. Burl WOODY, Jim GARLAND, FEATURE Taylor, Bob Wilson, E. Alford Wright, Charles R. 25.27 Opera Place Albert C. TAYLOR, Clifford WILSON, Harry Wright, W. C. Olnolnnatl i, Ol,lo Garr, Bill letter fist John John Yamanaka, George Garruso, John TAYLOR, Herman Wilson, Mrs. Harry YONKO, Douyion Gates, Eugene F. Taylor, Howard Ray Wilson, John D. Young. Joseph F. Parcel Post GEORGE, John TAYLOR, Major WILSON, Robt. YOUNG, Max Blumenthal, Al (2 Siegrist, Mrs. Gill, Geo. J. Lee Earl Bryon license plates, 6c) Helen. So GILLISPIE, Girtua Because of the serious paper shortage, letters, etc., Taylor Novelty Co., WINNING. Chas. YOUNGQUIST, Goldstone, Roy will be advertised in this list only one time. If you are Raymond James Lawrence Calvin Gordinier, Clyde Taylor, Victor WInslow, D. ZIMMERMAN, Malt. Alice Caughey, Russell J. Gordon, John D. having mail addressed to you in our care, look for your Tennant. L. Wood Jr., Larry Hubert E. Adams, Ray N. Chevenne, Mrs. Gordon, John R. name EACH WEEK. Terban, Max Adams, S. James Gordon, Robt. A. Terry, Glenn MAIL ON HAND AT AINSWORTH, Chisholm, Angus GRANT, Clard Texas Kid Show Robt. Lee Christiani, Miss Grant, Harry Mail is listed according to the office of The Billboard THOMAS, Amos Aitken, Wm. R. Frankie Gratiot, M. J. where it is held, Cincinnati, New York, Chicago and St. Geo. NEW YORK OFFICE ALDORF, James Cicich, Geo, Gray, Larri, Mgr. Thomas, Bob Allen, Claude Cina, Prof. Albert GREEN, Russell Louis. To be listed in following week's issue mail must Thompson, Herbert 1564 Broadway, New York 10, N. Y. Allen, Henry S. Clark, Chas. A. Greer, Jack F. reach New York, Chicago or St. Louis office by Wednesday Thompson, Lee (37494903) Claudette, Miss Griffin, Beatrice Thompson, Lucille Albert, Louis Lopez, Irene A. Allen, Leslie Cochran, Frank Jos. Grimes, Howard F. morning, or Cincinnati office by Thursday morning. Thrush, Paul Bailey, Smiles Lyons, Toni ALLEN, Paul Cole, Hollis Wesley Guinn, Hoosier Eugene Beverlirma Mackaye, Allan Allen, W. H. Collier, Thrush, Wm. Barro, Theodore Manning, Ross Jack John Benn, Lawrence D. Martin, William T. ALLISON. Arthur Connelly, Lenore L. GWARA,Felix P. Notice, Selective Servicemen! Tillman, Fred Bennet, Bobby Matheson, Ted Meâinler Connor, Anna Mae Hagelgans, Wm. TIPTON, Fred Black, Dan McLaughlin Anderson. Doc CONSTANTINO, Haggert, Willis The names of men in this list who have Selective Service James Blumberg, ANDERSON, John A. Haines, Bernard J. Timer. Mrs. Bertha Philip J. Carnivals Richard mail at any office of The Billboard are set in capital letters. Briggs, John O. Meulemans, Charles Elmer Cooke, Welby Hale, Prince "Eco" Mae Byron, Thomas E. Miller, Sadia D. 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Thomas Contreras, Mrs. Dan Nottingham. Mrs. Albert E. Ruth L. Brown, Eddie Edwards, J. D. JOHN, Gus McLane, C. Newton SCHULTZ. Carl Randolph Joseph J. (Imp) John, Nido & Lena McLaughlin, Win. Paul, Alfred Sullivan, John Leo WILKERSON, Cox, James J. STANLEY, Sam Edwards, June Donald L. Brown, Kenneth Ellis, Buster Johnson, Mrs. Edna G. Paulert, Albert Schultz, Mrs. Eugene George Delbridge, George Reeves, Goebel P. H. ELLIS, Buster JOHNSON, Frank Macolly, Paul Pearce, Jas. Frances SUMMERS, Win. Wilkins, True & English, Betty Shealton, Marlvin Brown, Mae Edgar B. Maddox, Mrs. Hazel Caldwell SCOFIELD. Calvin Trudy GRANGER, Strom, Pete BROWNE, JOHNSON, Jessie MAHAY, Charles PEDOTE, Frank Clifford Marion Suudstron, John E. Willett, C. M. Johnnie Clay Tubbs. Eddie Embree, Mrs. G. H. James Victor Williams, Barney HARRIS. Ralph L. WILLIAMS, Derwood A. EMMETT, Robt. Peregoy, Earl SCOTT, Harry Swan, Doc Herbert Brownie, Thos. A. ENGLAND. Johnson, Joe G. MALLERY, PERRY, John Leroy Sweigart, Ralph W. Williams, C. E. RICE, Ellsworth Johnson, Louis Richard Sykes, Vera WILLIAMS, Daniel Luke Wilson, Bill or BRUNELLE. Jos. Harold Lee He Scott, Mrs. Giles Louise Bruno, Russell EPHRIAM, Frank Johnson, Mary A. Mansfield, Bobby PERRY, Leoand SCREBNEFF, SYLVER, James A. HOUSE, Lee Brunt, Mrs. Edith Evans, L. W. Nichols (Actress) Marchette, Robert Pesano, Joe Wm. E. Williams, George Jackson Brush, Bonnie Evens, Carole Jean Johnson, Newton M. MARION, Sidney Petka, Mrs. Bryant, G. Hodges. Ray Violette Excello, Louise JOHNSON, Walter Sam Bryant, James (Flexible Venus) Augustine MARSHALL. Petracca. Mrs. marble game and punchboard; Lou Bryant, Robt. S. EYSTED. Benj. JOHNSTON, Pete MARTIN, Carolyn Dorothy M. MARK BUCHANAN, Tom Martin, Mrs. Hazel Phoenix, Capt. JANTZEN SETS Dunis, Penny Arcade; Earl B. Hanson, Lloyd Alexander FAIRCLOTH, Johnson, Swede L, Speedy (Continued front page 44) Leaping Domino, fishpond; Red, White BURGESS, Earl James Robt. Johnston, Earl Mart in, Johnnie Pierce, Leona E. and Blue, and Hoop -la games; Mrs. A. Glenn FAULCONER, Johnston, Jerrel MARTIN, Malcolm Pira, Dorothy A. Baker and the Philadelphia Toboggan games; George Bol- Burke, Dfrs. Geo. P. Granville D. Foist C, PETRIE, Roy Allen Company for many years, has joined the Hamilton, sling -shot Mary FINN, Jos. Leo Jones, Mr. Carry Martin, Mrs. Selika Phillips, Mrs. pitch, Aero Wheel, cat rack; Burkhart, Frank Beach organization as ride su- ton, penny Burnett, John FIZZELL, Francis Jones, Edw. Francis Martin, Ted Jantzen M. C. Reisher, nail game; A. Sussman, BUSH. Robt. Wm. A. Jones, Lewis Marton, Jean Pialot, Alexander perintendent. Bert Miller is the new su- Patrick, Byrd, Harry Flannigan, Paul D. Jones, Oscar Slim Mason, Tom PINCKLEY, perintendent of grounds and buildings. wheel and novelties; Mrs. W. R. BYRD, Wm. Flinn, Enora JORDEN, Lester Mathews, Robert P. Robert Dale Managing Director milk bar and food stand; Peter Golmis, Edgar FOREST, Wilfred JOSEPH, Frank Matthews. Jimmy O. Plummer, Leo The remainder of apples, and John Boston, French BYRES, Samuel J. Joshua, Maxie Mayes, John Pollack. Robert L. Huedepohl's staff are Mrs. Alice Shep- carmel Cain, Wm. Holland FOREST, Wilfred JUILES, Eddie Blondie Polotis, Johnny herd, auditor; Nelson E. Allen, office fries, CALD W ELL, J. Kaplan, Sam Mayman, Gilbert Poracki, Jos. Operations Sammie Lee Forrester, Robt. Ed KAYNE, Don Maynard Bros.' Stanley manager; Mrs. Lois Bradshaw, timekeeper; Management's Calvert, Joe Forrester, R. E. Keene, Billy Circus POUNDERS, Charles Keller, superintendent of rides; In addition to the above -named rides , Camel, Anne Tex Kelly, Doc MEADOWS. Andrew supervisor; by concessionaires, Jantzen CAMERON, Isaac FOSTER, Jack Kelly, James M. Clarence Povolick, Sylvia Iola Huedepohl, natatorium operated McKenley Mitchell Kennedy, Don Earl Meadows, Miss Pat Powers, Betty Walter Lobb, game supervisor; Florence Beach management operates the Scooter, Carey, Al Francis, Jimmie KENNEDY, James MEEKLING. PRESTON, Jas. Easley, manager of restaurants and milk Pretzel, House of Magic, Bug, Ferris Carey, Mrs. Bobbie Franks, Jessie A. Choa. Karl Thomas ballroom supervi- Wheel, Chair- o -Plane, Caroussel, Old Mill CARLYLE, John (Miss) KENYON, Howard Mejia, Miguel B. Pritckett, Homer D. bars; Helen Williams, Frederick, James B. Kepley. Jesse R. MICHAEL, Qualls, Knox sor; James S. Cormack, purchasing agent; and Moon Rocket. Park also operates Al P. Fredette, Arthur Kessler, Sydney Stanford A. Quinn, Richard and race track. Carpensky, Jos. Mrs. Mabel Massey, secretary, and Mor- the ballroom, natatorium Carr, Mrs. Mildred FREE, Win. Byrd Kid, Melvin Milan, Alfred J. Ragaisis, Advertising Agency, A new addition to the Jantzen family Carroll & Gorman FREEMAN. Morrie KILGORE, Rolland Miller, Chris H. Kaismer ris Searcy, of Searcy Carrow, Mrs. Marie Frierson, Dr. H. L. Earl Miller. Mrs. Marva RAGLAND, in charge of advertising and publicity. Ls Jantzen Village, across the highway on Carry, Tommy FULKNER, Robt. KING, Henri Miller, Rudy Phillips Thos. Concessions operating at Jantzen Jantzen Beach property, consisting of 48 Carter, Mrs. Bertha Wm. Thadus Millington. Wm. Rawlings, Mrs. Cecil constructed for the pur- Carter, Lester Fullerton, Mrs. KING, Robert M. Mills, Mrs. Matilda Ray, Ruben Beach are as follows: W. H. Widenman, duplex cottages CASEY, Paul Allen Myrtle KING, Ward Earle H, Rea, John T. Big Dipper; A. S. Hamilton, Fly -o- Plane; pose of housing war workers for the Howard Kissel, Joe Mills, Tex Reaves Jr., Frances will be CASPER. John Fullmer, George . Bolton, Octopus, Loop -o -Plane duration. The project turned CASSIDENT, Jos. Chas. Kittle, Harry Milwaukee Red , a the war. The project U. Furch, Gen. KNAPP, James F. Mitchell, Charlie Reed, Miss Billie and Double Loop; Vernon L. Spalinger, into motel after CATEY. Earl W. FUSSELL, Felton KNIGHT, Durwood Mitchell, Dewey REESE. Elmer Kiddie Land; Sam Partipilo, miniature is under the direct supervision of Alice Chapman, Lawrence Murl Andrew MITCHELL. Leo Calvin W. R. Patrick, Cent -a-Torium, Shepherd, park auditor. J. Galazier, Barney Kotsos, John D. C. Reid, Ezra Matthew train;

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 MERCHANDISE The Billboard 51 Communications to 155 N. Clark St., Chicago 1, III HOW ONE GIFT SHOP GREW Merchandise Trends .. ExpandsMdse. From Washington By CAROLINE ASPRAY WASHINGTON, April 15.-The first explanatory details from the Internal CHICAGO, April 15. -The second week in April was marked Revenue Department on collecting the by a continued flow of reports on the pre-Easter sales and pre- With Changed new excise taxes on jewelry, luggage and other items was published in the Federal dictions of what trends would be in the next few months. The rush Register April 4. The bulletin is T. D. to beat the federal tax and the holiday season apparently boosted 5353, Retailers' Excise Taxes. It may be had from any of the regional offices of the sales for last week over the same period last year. Sp.:ialty Tourist Tides the Internal Revenue Department, or by items were in the limelight because of the new federal tax. Stocks addressing the department in Washing- were exhausted in a lot of specialties. Dun & Bradstreet, Inc., re- ton.... The list of firms given allotments Management must be alive for making pens and pencils under order ported retail sales 15 to 19 per cent above 1943. The Federal Re- L -227, as amended April 1, was published serve Board said the general boost in sales for retail outlets was to all changes in type of also April 4. The list of firms was pub- about 31 per cent. lished again April '7, with a correction customers, owner says in the base date of the original order on OUTLOOK FOR THE NEXT FEW MONTHS Wholesale pens and pencils. . WPB has issued markets continued quiet for the holiday period. Retail outlets an amended form of L -260 -a which re- of items. The of Commerce By SAM ABBOTT lates to wood furniture. The order has wired late orders for a lot small Journal two lists of items, one list including (N. Y.) said in its columns some declines in the next One of the most colorful merchandise editorial that men pn the West Coast is immaculate, small specialty items in wood sold to the few months should certainly be expected. It suggested, however, restless and affluent Walter D. Newcomb home. . . . The new head of the Con- that the present national pay roll is big enough to support con- Jr., who operates the Santa Monica Pier sumer Durable Goods Division of WPB, Gift Shop in connection with the han- Stanley B. Adams, has stated that re- tinued buying at practically the holiday rate. Reports also show dling of his Santa Monica Pier in Cali- quests by manufacturers for materials that money in circulation is increasing rapidly. Experts are won- fornia. Newcomb can be found on the to be used for repair parts of electrical dering whether shortage of stocks of the exact kind of goods pier almost any hour and during his (See FROM WASHINGTON on page 54) leisure time (which isn't much) likes to wanted may discourage buying in the future. Buying in whole- tell explosively and in high glee how he sale markets for the fall trade is expected to get under way in made the 40 by 30 -foot spot pay. June. Vacation needs and Victory Garden items will dominate the Newcomb is one of the biggest dealers CARNATIONS-FOR MOTHERS' DAY in novelties and souvenir Stems in this Na 51- Carnation, Red, specialty market in the next few months. section. Until recently he concentrated White, Pink, $37.50 per TVA SELLING IDEAS.-The TVA is known to have created on items that would appeal to tourists. 1000; $4.00 per 100. These items included many lines, Prepared Green Foliage for immense market for electrical appliances of all kinds, including but the Carnation. Per Lb. 500. an best was picture post cards, ash trays in Two Lbs. Foliage Required a lot of specialty items. Two of the largest manufacturers in the the low price group and other items.that for 100 Carnations. Send for Price List of All electrical field cleaned up by making special appliances for this could be sent home to let thoseçZleft Flowers and Novelties. behind know the person travelint` --'.s 50% Deposit, Bal. C.O.D. market to sell at low cost. The new book, "TVA- Democracy on the having a wonderful time. That ty of March," by David E. Lilenthal, covers merchandise has gone by the wa,.,ide FRANK GALLO many of the ideas controlling the in- now, for Newcomb has converted his fluence of TVA. Detailed explanation is cently the REA reported that there are Importer spot into a gift shop. It's not a bad and Manufacturer given of the merchandising policies fol- still more than 7,000,000 farm homes in idea, as his books show, and he is an- lowed by TVA officials. Much informa- the United States without electricity. ticipating a bigger and better year in 1429 Locust Street tion Is given about sales of electrical ap- Extension of power to these farm homes 1944. 'SIt will be his best year since he ST. LOUIS 3, MO. pllances and how electricity made avail- and new homes built in the post -war era (See How Gift Show Grew on page 52) able to new homes boosts the sales of is expected to increase the electrical mar - even the smallest of electrical items. Re- ket by leaps and bounds.

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www.americanradiohistory.com 52 MERCHANDISE The Billboard April 22, 1944 Continuing his discussion of the shop, HOW GIFT SHOW GREW . Newcomb said that on December 7, 1941, CARNIVAL AND PARK (Continued from page 51) he was in Phoenix, Ariz., on his way to opened the gift shop five years ago. the Coast from a business trip to New "You halve to have merchandise to York. While traveling he had worked MERCHANDISE shop. One, of FOR sell to sell it," Newcomb relates rather out many plans for the IMMEDIATE ambigously. course, was expansion. He was planning IMMEDIATE This merchandise man doesn't depend at the time to take over the ownership DELIVERY DELIVERY entirely upon good merchandise. No mat- of the pier. When he heard news that ter how good an item is it will never the Japs had attacked Pearl Harbor he ALL ITEMS MADE IN U. S. A. sell itself, he relates. He has come a was almost willing to throw in the towel GUARANTEED! long way in the last five years in this and give up. He continued his planning WE ARE UNUSUALLY WELL 101 Jumbo Fur Dog, Ea. $3.25 and in the middle of 1942 took over the STOCKED AND ABLE TO SERV- 108 21" Dutch Doll, Ea. 2.00 shop, but his future plans are indicative ICE YOU IN ANY QUANTITY 1028 30" Chenille Dell, Ea. 1.75 of a new trend in beachside merchandise. pier, which he had operated for some WITHOUT DELAY. 1029 36" Boudoir Doll, Ea. 3.25 The wooden cutouts over the front time under lease. His decision was a 1031 Large Sleeping Eye Baby. wise Ea. 1.60 of the building identify it as the Santa one. 1092 Medium Sleeping Eye Baby, Monica Pier Gift Shop and under the "The store has worked up a nice Ea 1.00 Toys, 1040 38" U. Si. A. Doll, Ea. 2.75 sign are the words "Gifts, Films, trade," Newcomb relates. "Much of it 1041 Cel. Wrap Pugle Doll, Ea. 1.00 What -Not, Curios, Beach Togs." This is repeat, for we have people who drive 1042 27" Jr. Deb. Boudoir Doll, sign been there since the place was down from Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Ea. 2.50 has 201 Ind. Boxed Vanity Pictures, opened. It holds true to a certain extent other places to buy from us." He dis- Doz. 6.00 today. played a small card that is inserted In 209 3 Po. Silk Lined Box Mili- tary Set, Ea. 1.75 When we started we tried to give each package. It is in the form of tent 206 Fibre Lunch Boxes, Ea. .45 some general idea of what the shop con- with an aerial picture of the pier taking 208 Asst Animal Vase Flower tained,' Newcomb said. "To some pro- up more than half of the inside spread. Pots, Doz. 2.25 2010 12" Canvas Bathing Bag, portion we have a number of those same Also are listed the items in which the Ea. .90 kind of items, for they will always be store deals. "The entire story is here. 2011 Flashy Carded Oplina Ear- We to re rings, Gr. 9.00 a part of any beach gift shop. have When our customers want -order 802 18" Cotton Stuffed Plush tried to convert or develop the shop into they have the information needed. Even Bear, Ea. 1.75 a gift shop rather than a novelty stand." the telephone number is given." This 904 34" Plush & Velour Bear, is used to Ea. 3.25 War Influence is one of the policies that 307 27" Standing Plush Bear, increase sales. Ea. 2.75 The war has had its influence on the 3012 23" Moving Eye & Wig shop operation. It has cut down on the Looking around the store, one sees Doll, Ea. 8.00 number of available items, yet on the neat displays of items. Neatly decorated 401 15" Full Composition Dressed Doll, Ea. 1.10 other hand it has brought plenty of tiered showcases line the walls, and the 402 12" Composition Diaper money into the section. South of Santa floor are loaded with items. Prices are S-100 Dolls, Doz. 4.75 a visible and it has been found that shop- 406 8" Rag Dolls, Doz. 8.00 Monica there are number of defense 4015 26" Cotton Stuffed Jumbo plants. Humming Mustangs overhead pers can shop without the aid of a clerk. SWEETHEART Elephant, Ea. 2.00 patroling the Coast and B -24 trainees are In the matter of labor shortage this 4016 26" Cotton Stuffed Jumbo Bear, Ea. 2.00 things that are strictly up to date, and system has been found to work out well. this modern setting fits into the progress Diamond Ring Sets of the store. Redwood a Must 10 -K. Gold Mounting OUTSTANDING PLASTER "It was our policy to have Just an One of the tables contains California e(. ITEMS lí.1001 -Diamond Engagement Ring, Y $12.00 average store at first. Our pottery lines Redwood items, including redwood Jew- 3- Diamond Wedding Ring 801 Plaster Dog & Chair. Or. Engagement Ring, 802 6" Plaster Tesrler Head were local output and none too good. elry, ash trays, urns and lapel pins. Red- 8.200 8-Diamond ;6.00 12.00 3- Diamond Wedding Ring Plaques, Gr. The prices on the merchandise ran from wood is definitely a California item, and 8-300 3-Diamond Engagement Ring, 809 Plaster Baby Face Plaques, Wedding Ring 8.25 Booted, Or. 18.00 moderately priced to low. We've come the tourists visiting the spot want some- 5- Diamond 804 4" Plaster Pigs, Gr. 12.00' away from that policy. The idea today thing that is associated with the State. 605 5e Assorted Plaster, Gr. 1.25 is to offer quality merchandise and at Because redwood items do not run high Beautiful Box, speoially 807 104 Assorted Plaster, Gr. 2.60 designed far the above 608 Plaster Angel Child, Or. . 12.00 a price which isn't too high but by no in price a large business is done in this Sets, can be furnished 8011 Plaster Novelty Picture means low. Increase of our business line. upon request for an addi- Frames, Pr. .25 In the import line there are English, tional charge of 404 8012 ise Plaster Figures, Gr 7.20 shows that we are on the right track," per set. Newcomb said. Canadian, Chinese, Philippine and Ha- waiian items. Mexican glass and jew- D400.9 nd Din- 701 Blankets, Cel. Wrap. & RIng, selected Boxed, Ea. .. $2.00 elry always find a ready market with ner 703 Wig Warm Blankets, Ea. , 2.00 WANT customers because of the nearness of crystalD iamonds ... $525 7012 Boxed Cotton Stuffed Satin Resale Only. Quilts, Ea. 7.50 Santa Monica to the border. For Ea. 2.65 Manager 7014 Chenille Robes, Capable Bingo To satisfy those looking for souvenir SUPER JEWELRY MFG. CO. 7015 Bath Mat, Cel. Wrap & Excellent New Jersey seashore resort. Work on Boxed, Ea. 1.80 items, Newcomb has secured a small but 45 Astor Pl. New York 3, N. Y. 7018 Chenille Spread, Cel, Wrap commission basis. neatly prepared sticker that indicates & Boxed. Ea. 2.50 BOX D -192, The Billboard, Cincinnati 1, 0. that the tourist has visited Santa Monica, 7017 Towel Set, Boxed, Ea. . . 1.00 7023 Cel. Boxed Shag Bath Mat, Ea. 1.75 801 2 Oz. Whiskey Glasses, Gr 2.25 901 3 Pe. Dresser Set, Ea. .65 902 3 Pc. De Luxe Dresser Set, `1____`_____-I Ea. 2.25 CARNIVAL AND PARK SPECIALS 903 14" Leatherette Cate, Ea .30 906 Bath Salts Set, Cel. Wrap., Our buyers have scoured the markets Doz. 2.25 for merchandise MOTHER'S DAY 9014 Wallets, Ind. Boxed, Doz. 3.00 9015 Ass't Wood Dice, Gr. .90 CARNIVAL SPECIALS U. S. MADE SLUM 9016 Comic Metal Lapel Carded Per Cross Per Cross 1.40 pAr Buttons, Gr, Hawaiian Leis § 3.25 Paper Flag Bows § .90 SPECIALS!!! 9017 Novelty Rayon Handker- Hawaiian Leis, Med. Size 3.75 chiefs, Gr. 7.20 Felt Wisecrack Pennants .95 8018 Plastic Springtop Cigarette Hawaiian Leis, Lge. Size 6.75 Cases, Doz. 2.75 Bamboo Canes 13.50 Comic Paper Masks 1.00 CEDAR CHESTS 9019 7 Po. Men's Tourist Set, Ea. 2.00 Jr. Chesterfield Canes 12.00 Engraved Wedding Rings 1.15 9020 7 Po. Leather Tourist Set, Straight Heavy Maple Canes 24.0D Shoe Laces 1.15 Ar With Beautiful Etched Mirrors Containing Ea. 3.2S Medium Size Plaster Dogs, Etc. 6.50 Box of Assorted Chocolates, 9022 6 Pa Black Grain Tourist Straight Wood Canes. Per 100 6.50 Muslin Flags on Sticks 1.15 Set, Ea. 1.95 PRICES EACH: 9029 6 Po. Dresser Set, Bulk Animal Shaped Class Liquor Bottles. Plaster Dogs, Ducks, Etc. 1.25 0 Packed, Ea. 1.85 Per Case 1361 9.00 Plastic Thimbles 1.35 Quantity With 1 Lb. With 2 Lb, Ordered Chocolates Chocolates 9034 Desk Fountain Set, Ea. .65 U. S. Weighted Darts. Doz, 1.20 Flag Bows 1.35 Cloth 1 3 Doz, 9038 6 Pe. Lucite Dresser Set, 7 to $2.95 $2.85 4 to Inch Hoop -La Hoops. Doz. .55 Lead Pencils 1,85 3 to 8 DOT, 2.25 2.75 Silk Lined, Boxed, Ea. . 6.50 8 Inch Hoop -La Hoops. Doz. .65 9040 3 Pc. Set, same as above, Humorous Mirror Folders 2.95 z Gross 2.15 2.85 Ea. 3.75 Shooting Corks. Per 1000 2.25 Whiskey Classes 3.00 r 1 Gross 2.00 2.50 9043 8 Ft. Carpet Runner, Class Tumblers 4.00 No Fringed Ends, Ea. 1.25 BINGO SPECIALS Class Ash Trays 4.50 Items Sold Less Titan One Doz. 9044 1" Hawaiian Leis, Gr. 3.25 7.20 Lunch Kits. Each § .85 Mirror Memo Books 4.50 9045 2" Hawaiian Leis, Gr. Beans. Per Box (2401 1.70 1004 Glassbake Double Boller, Ea- 1.75 8 Pc. Fire King Cooking Set. Each .85 Jitter 1005 Glassbake Saucepan, Ea. 1.25 7 Pe. Whiskey Set. Each 1.25 Puzzle Pictures. Per Bale (2501 1.50 1006 Glassbake Sizzler Frying Class Coffee Maker. Each 1.50 Comic Buttons. Per 100 2.25 Pan, Ea. .90 Straw Horse and Rider. Doz. 6.75 Motto Buttons. Per 100 1.25 New Fast -Selling Deal 1.25 1007 Glassbake Tea Kettle, Ea. 3 Pc. Fire King Mixing Bowl Set. Each .40 Powder Puffs 3.00 10013 7 Pc. Demitasse Set, 2 Cedar Chests Filled with 1 Lb. of Chao - Wood Rack, Ea. 1.25 Order from this ad. All prices F. O. B. Indianapolis. No order shipped C. O. D. lates Each, 2 Streamlined Cigarette Lighten 10015 Flashy Boudoir Lamps, Ea. 2.25 as Extra Prizes, 1 Push Card. Complete Deal, 10017 Flashy Large Table without 25% deposit. $5.25 Ea Minimum Order, 6 Deals. Lamps, Ea. 3.25 10027 Flashy Heat Resistant. WRITE FOR ILLUSTRATED CIRCULAR Bridge Table, Ea. 3.25 10031 6 Po. Metal Carving Set, KIPP BROS., 117-119 S. Meridian Street, 1/3 Deposit Must Acconwany All Orders, Ea. .80 B alance C. O. D. All Prices F.O.B. Detroit. 10032 12" Wooden Lunch Boxes, Ea. 1.00 10039 Flashy Wood & Glass Indianapolis 4, Ind. 0 Serving Tray, Ea. 2.35 $0 10036 Glass Ash Trays, Gr. 8.00 Novelty Chest & Sales Co. 10037 Engraved Wedding Rings, 3750 Rochester St. DETROIT 6, MICH. 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www.americanradiohistory.com MERCHANDISE 55 April 22, 1944 The Billboard favor- before he joined a lot of good to be remembered, GO- GETTERS!!! roll; Will Z. Smith, glass blower; L. R. of the ace pltchmen have two of my THE BIGGEST 5 and Mrs. up and showed a lot of folk how to do ably, like teat. I still FOR SERVICE MEN in and out of ranks Douglas with wire jewelry, stores in operation, HELPS illustrations, Wit ailment, and J °ack it," House writes. "I have never seen trick and novelty -27th YEAR. Snappy breathing Douglas with heart and having closed up the others when I en- and Humor. Sell at sight. One man sells 4,000 per Lee and wife, wire artists, with a circus. a cleaner -cut, faster demonstrator, after my month at $600 profit. One crew sells 40,000 monthly. he will go to the top again in a short listed. The family is_ looking Samples 100. Full protecting laws free. Lawyers interests at present. When it's all over everywhere. K. MAX SMITH time." He wants pipes from Ted But- devoted exclusively to service there 5 have big things planned. In AMERICAN CITIZEN cards from Camp Peary, Va., where he ter, George Huss Jr. and Mickey Reynolds. over lot men's helps. Subscriptions on 35 per cent basis. his wife is back fact, while in the hospital I've had a Get aboard summer boom. is in navy training, that over and plan Russells Point, O., after a visit with WELCOME BACK to Pitchdom. Homefolks of time to think things Men's Magazine at future enterprises. Service him and will look after their jewelry and are proud of what you did in the service. 169 Duane Street N. Y. 13, N. Y. photo stands at the resort spot. "I'd like to read pipes from Emil Sei- DOC GEORGE M. REED . bold, Eddie Wahl, Art Fredette, Speed writing pipes. LOTS OF old-timers again a veteran of 40 years in Pitchdom, pipes Hascal and other card and mouse work- Thanks. from Columbus O., that he recently met ers. And if anyone cares to write di- with garnishing sets at rectly to me, I'd be more 'than happy to SORRY! ART HOUSE Jimmy Danforth .. the H. L. Green store there, and Doc get mail from them. reports geedus plentiful in New York, No new Agents' Territory gadgets in a Fifth Edward N. Golden working to big geedus "Well, Bill, I've got to start writing an- where he is working asks for pipes from Kid week here. open for Duration. FOR VIC- Avenue spot. He adds that he recently with oil. Reed other show for this coming Doc Ross Dyer, have to allow TORY BUY U. S. WAR BONDS ran into Paul L. Keim, medically dis- Carrigan, Bob Wilson, It's a tough job, because I after " Fergie" Ferguson, Harold Woods, Tom for the lack of costumes, make -up and AND SAVING STAMPS. charged from Uncle Sam's service Art Cox, Ned those items, seeing some real action. "Keim was one Kennedy, Sam Hunter, spotlight. If we ever acquire House and Jimmie Hayes. Doc Is on our shows will be easier to do, and go AMERICAN CHEWINA PRODUCTS CORP. tickets on the Merry -Go -Round on the over much better, too." 41h and M1. Pleasant Ave. NEWARK 4, N. 1. Byer Amusement Company for the sum- mer, and adds that Jimmie Dougherty will be on the same show with a store.

CORP. JULIAN SHIP'FLBITE . . recently piped to Jack (Bottles) Stover c in Harrisonburg, Va., that he is stationed 6R301 Ior ì in England and wants to help General SI, 4s 0 Eisenhower get this biggest -of -all Hey . .'..' Rubes over so he can come home to his # })= wife, Lois. ( < \ PVT. EDWARD F. TURNER . /j%/,/f pipes from O'Reilly General Hospital, 7j77 been con- ¡¡ `\\ Springfield, Mo., where he has tt pelvis, ribs and other Il1y, fined with a broken parts as the result of a bus occident at Camp Crowder, Mo., in January. Ht. SETS says: "Previous to the accident, I was DIAMOND SING working thru the Special Service office 10K 0011 Mountings there, producing shows on the post. 1RS01 -1 Diamond Engagement Ring and 44.80 Now that I am able to be up in a wheel- 3 Diamond Wedding Ring Set asked to organize a 6R305-3 Diamond Engagement Ring and chair, I have been 3 Diamond Wedding Ring Set 8.40 group of ambulatory patients and put 1R302-3 Diamond Engagement Ring on shows for the rest of the 2,200 pa- and 5 Diamond Wedding Ring Set 1.65 tients here. This has been quite an un- WRITE FOR NEW CATALOG FEATURING dertaking, but I have put on several MILITARY JEWELRY & DIAMOND RINGS. shows to date. I also put on a carnival, complete with guess- your -weight, age, BIELER -LEVINE handwriting analysis, mitt camp and ST South Wabash OHIOAO yours truly giving out with a pitch on Svengali decks and Wonder Mouse. at course, nothing was sold, I merely dem- onstrated. I could have unloaded many gross of stock if it were allowed here. But the felows enjoyed the pitch just the same and everything went over even 'better than I expected. It felt good to get back in the groove again after so AFTER VICTORY many months. It made me want to send for the old tripes and keister and hunt an empty doorway! Oh, well, perhaps before too long I'll be on the road again, hitting the fairs and shows. I can dream can't I? "It was just about five years ago that Emil Seibold and I opened up with mice FOR REAL PROFITS ORDER WE'LL BE Sr:. YOU at the World's Fair to tremendous busi- ness. Since then a lot of C coupons J527- DIAMOND RING Tim have carried me to fairs and celebrations OAK RU88ER Co. all. over the continent, and I am con- RAVENNA, OHIO stantly bumping into other G. I.'s that 10E yellow gold mounting, neatly Price remember seeing me and my mice at engraved. set with genuine diamond, EExr. their State fair. It does the old heart similar to illustration, EACH

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www.americanradiohistory.com 56 GENERAL OUTDOOR The Billboard April 22, 1944 I___I I.C_`M`_`____`_`___`______` AC TOPS '44 (Continued from page 44) 7000 more passengers than laPt Easte WALLACE B RO S.' SHOWS / Good Easter business was re octet b A A Steel Pier, which opened the day pre- NOW SHOWING -EVANSVILLE, IND. vious for its 47th year. The only major amusement center open, Steel Pier head- lined Tommy Dorsey's orchestra, featur- WANT ing Gene Krupa, with Alex Bartha's band making it continuous dancing in the Photo, Frozen Custard, Penny Arcade, American Palmistry, Cotton Candy, Snow Cones, Novelty pier's Marine Ballroom. The pier pro- Jewelry, Country Store, Cork Gallery, Fish Pond, Ball Games, String Game, Coca-Cola Joint, gram in the Music Hall was headed by Scales, Guess Your Age, Rat Joint, Jingle Board or any 100 Concession. Not sold exclusive. Jean Bartel, the Miss America of 1943, What have your Wire or write. Want Agents for Wheels, Grind Stores, Ball Games, Slum Joint. / with the surrounding vaude bill, includ- Help for Bingo and Cook House. Can place 2 Men on Tilt, must be experienced and drive semi. ing the Whitson Brothers, Arren and Can place Working Men in all departments, Ticket Sellers, Help on Marquee, Truck Drivers, Ride Broderick, Sammy White, Allen and Kent, Help, Working and Selling Acts for Side Show. Want Geek Show, Working World, Fun House the Three Wells, and Grace Johnson, or small Grind Shows not conflicting. Whitie Noltie, wire me if you are at liberty. L. II. Hardin with Jack London the photoplay. The wants to hear from the following people at once: Whitie Jackson, Freddie Stocton, Phil Murphy, pier's midway, including six funhouses, Iienny Seroggins, Chief Fairbanks, Can place Octopus, Flyo -Plane with own transportation. was also in operation. Will buy No. 5 Eli if in good condition andkprice right, also Octopus with or without transporta- Hamid's Million -Dollar Pier for the tion. Dough Boy, Jeff Kaiser, Pollock, Kid Hunt, wire me. Want Colored Musicians, Comedians, first time presented no entertainment Blues Singer, Chorus Girls, salan, paid from office. Dancers and Entertainers for Girl Shows; must I bill for the Easter crowds. Instead, the be experienced in this line of work. Salary the best. Write or wire Dick Hyland. Want to hear pier housed the 24th Annual Dog Shaw from Banner Man and Promoter with sound car. sponsored by the Atlantic City Kennel Ind. May 2 to 14. Club. An added event this year was an exhibition ball game at Bader Field be- TWO FIGURES well known in tween the New York Yankees and Giants. amusement operation extended their Garden Pier Ls not expected to be in business relations into the matri- operation this season. The Pier, taken monial brackets, when President over by the city, stands the city about Harry $115,000 in past due taxes, plus interest. A. ¡Ilions (above), Celoron Park, In bad repair, it is estimated that to N. Y., and Florence M. Lusse, an ex- replace ramps, decking and ceiling in ecutive of the park company, vice - the pier's theater and other repairs would president of the Celoron Realty Cor- cost approximately $50,000. poration, were married April 12. Cameramen for the forthcoming mo- Bride is the daughter of Robert tion picture, Atlantic City, shot their Lusse, Scooter manufacturer, who died last yards of background and color film last week and returned to Hollywood for six years ago. the completion of the production. The Republic Pictures production will have its world premiere here this summer. BENSON FARM SOLD (Continued from page 44) NEW BOSS FOR BUCKROE that the Benson Animal Farm is to be (Continued from page 44) conducted as a separate and distincts vice -president, secretary and treasurer, venture and is in no way to be connected respectively. with the Boston Garden Corporation. While the purchase price was not dis- Captain Lapham and Lieut. Col. Brown closed, the former owners bought the are on active duty with the army, and property from the Virginia Public Service Lieut. Keene is stationed at the navy Company for $50,800. Upon an order base at Squantum, Mass. Collier has from Judge John Weymouth in Elizabeth long been associated with the advertis, City County Court April 3, a local tax ing department of Boston Garden, and which had been billed at $30,810 was has been connected with the legitimate reduced to $16,000. stage, the Ringling circus and the Brock- Stieffen said he had no plans at pres- ton (Mass.) Fair. Collier has been ap- ent except to continue operation of the pointed general manager of Benson Farm beach as in previous years. and will take up active direction at once, WANT FOR SEASON oc et Foreman, Whip Foreman. Best of salary, long season. Sit OPENING SUNDAY, APRIL 23, ON CHARLESTON'S ONLY BEACH place Freaks for Side Show. Leona Halligan wants Girls and Musicians for Follies. Charlie Johnson wants Girls for Posing Show. Mrs. Newman can ARCADE, FUN HOUSE. Will book Fly -o -plane and Rolloplane, etc. All Sales and place Musicians and Girls for Hawaiian Show. Can place good Ride Help. Stock Concessions OPEN, Frozen Custard, Popcorn and Peanuts, Crackerjacks, Good salaries. Come on, can place you. Candy Floss, Taffy Candy, Apples, Potato Chips, Snowcones, Photo Booth, South Norfolk, Va., Week April 17 -22; Baltimore, Md., Week April 24 -29. Guess -Your -Age or Weight, Cane Rack, Hoopla, Corn Game, Pitch -Till -U -Win, J. C. WEER SHOWS, INC. Address Per Route. Fishpond, Ball Games, Hi- Striker, etc. No other Amusement Beach or Park within radius of forty miles. All replies SECY. FUN CENTER Monarch Midway Wants Box 78, Folly Beach, S. C. Phone Charleston, S. C., 23025. FOR ALL FLORIDA DATES IN BEST MONEY LOCATIONS * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Want Flat Ride, Tilt, Ridee -O or Octopus. Will book, lease or buy Kiddie Ride. Want legitimate Concessions of all kind. Short moves, located' in the heart of towns. E. C. Eastin, answer. Address: N. P. ROLAND, PLANT CITY, FLORIDA, THIS WEEK. WANT-L. J. HETH SHOWS -WANT * Leaving Birmingham, Ala., April 30- Outstanding Spring Route Manager with Girls for Girl and Posing Shows. Must have own wardrobe and sound set. Acts ( and Freak to feature for Sideshow. Will book any Show not conflicting. T Man and Wife to take charge and operate office Corn Game. Good proposition. Agents for Grind Stores, write Henry Roth. Good opening for few more legitimate Concessions. Ensley, NORTH STATE SHOWS T9( Ala., this week. All wires care Caswell Hotel. PLAYING ALL UPTOWN LOTS y Address All Mall to North Birmingham, Ala., Care General Delivery. Want Popcorn, Floss, legitimate Stock Concessions only. One of a kind. Want Ride Help. Electrician that can build transformer wagon or will lease or buy transformer wagon * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * ready to operate. Want A -1 High Free Acts. Concession Agents and Bingo Help. Won- derful opportunity for a Flat Ride and Roll -o- Plane. Will book, buy or lease. All address: NORTH STATE SHOWS, Liberty, N. C., this week. AL BAYSI NGER SHOWS WANT FOR SPRING FESTIVAL, MORGANFIELD, KY. - FIRST SHOW IN! Two Girl Shows With or Without Outfits. One or Two Good Grind Shows. A. M. P. SHOWS Legitimate Stock Concessions. OPENING PHOENIXVILLE, PA., APRIL 28 FOR 8 DAYS Floyd Matter wants Cook House Help. Side Show People, contact Mark Williams. WANT Flat Ride with or Nvithnut transportation. Few more Concessions that do not conflict. Address: PADUCAH, KY., This Week; MORGANFIELD, Next. P.S.: Mart lister wants Sin Show People. jar Bobby .Zones, wire me. Have a nice frame up. ANTHONY M. PODSOBINSKI, 514 HIGH STREET, PHOENIXVILLE, PA. s ALLEN & NICKERSON SHOWS WANT WANT -CUMBERLAND VALLEY SHOWS-WANT THE FOLLOWING HELP: Second Man for Wheel, $40.00 per week; Second Opening Tullahoma, Tenn., April 29-Soldiers' Camp -Big Pay Roll Will Bonk or buy Tilt-a -Whirl or Roll -o -Mane or any other Ride that does rot conflict. Want Chows Man for M -G -R, $40.00 per week; Loop Foreman, $50.00; Second Man for with or without outfit. Iteasonable percentage. Want organized Minstrel Show with hand and talker. Salary and percentage. All legitimate Concessions open except Ringo. Want Man to take charge of Whip, $45.00. Chick Allen wants Help for Slum Stores. All address well- equipped Cookhouse or will hook sane. Need Ride Foremen on all Rides. Agents for Concessions. All who want to make money contact this shone at once. Address all mail and wires to ELLIS WINTON, Mgr., 108 E. McLean St., Manchester, Tenn. ALLEN & NICKERSON SHOWS, Bedford, Ind.

www.americanradiohistory.com 57 April 22, 1944 The Billboard GENERAL OUTDOOR into the War Workers from the World Snake Show, Sandy West, manager; Doc RISC of Today Shows. At an enthusiastic Barnhart, talker; Orson Erwin, assistant (Continued from page 35) meeting members pledged themselves to manager; Ruth Little, tickets. Girl be held Tuesday and Wednesday preced- knit and crochet not less than 50 afghans Show, Billie Reynolds, manager. Orson ing the Denver Stock Show in January. during summer, 45 blankets were do- Erwin's Pit Show: Broadway Steppers; (HAIRS cash do- Mess -Around Brown, manager and talker; The club voted to secure larger quar- nated and some members made Many Styles ters and in October will move into a new nations. -Men of the show also sent Lillian Harris, producer; Charles Allen, girls in line, Baby Rose Digbee, home. Refreshment committee, headed cash donations. Articles made and do- tickets; PROMPT by Ralph Smith, served lunch and re- nated will be sent to army and navy hos- Tiny Martin, Florence Smith; Ola Scott, ported ample funds in its department. itals and during the season cash dona- band leader. SHIPMENT Red Cross, Concessions: L. J. Heth, 5; Henry, 12; Members were saddened by news of the tions will be made to the We Can Still Ship, passing of Fay Salvin, who wintered in servicemen's clubs and blood banks. Men Freddie Fitzpatrick, 2; Graham Davis, 2; Denver and had gone home to Kansas have pledged weekly cash donations. At Burt Nabor, 1; Johnny Howard, 1; Si- But Don't Delay. fora visit before joining Larry Nolan's the first meeting cash donations totaled mons, 1; George Western, photos; La More Warsop, developer. J. P. Magee's concessions ou the M. A. Srader Shows. $82, CO. Much improvement was reported in the Each member plays $1 when joining cookhouse, Mr. and Mrs. W, J. Smith, ADIRONDACK CHAIR Alva Gifford, ill all winter. and receives a membership card, then Charlie Pennington, assistants. Virgil 1140 Broadway NEW YORK, N. Y. health of Raymore arrived Among those staying here this season plays 25 cents a week and pays for the Maries, watchman. Ted Dept. 5 Corner 26th St. are Mr. and Mrs. Garth Henry. He has yarn in making one afghan. After the to take charge of L. J. Heth's conces- proven an efficient secretary. Onye Lee, making of one afghan, the club will fur- sions. treasurer, also is a stay -at -home this nish yarn to make as many as any mem- year. Whitey Johnson Ls on a federal ber desires to make. There were 38 job for the duration. There were many women at the initial meeting. AL WAGNER'S pledges of work this summer in the club's behalf by members leaving for their STRATES RECORD IN DC shows. (Continued from page 34) CIVALUAbE OF AW1USEUETS WINS OVER COLD performances under canvas. Wayne MARKS Kingsley, chief electrician, is receiving AND LACLEDE STREETS ST. LOUIS (Continued from page 34) praise on new ideas in lighting installed ST. LOUIS - GRAND - TO MANY Revue and Jimmy Simpson's Minstrels on all fronts in quarters. THE GREATEST STILL DATE OF ALL TIME. BUSINESS COMPARABLE turnstiles on the front TOP STATE FAIR DATES. topping shows. General Representative An idea to use Tower, Cook- discarded, as they were Openings for Merry-Co -Round and Streak Rides Foremen, Ride, Show, Canvas, William R. (Red) Hicks, who returned gate was quickly people. Counter Men for from a southern booking trip, left on found incapable of handling crowds house and other help in all departments. Top salaries to capable Monkey Bingo. other business. Visitors included John quickly. Leo Carrell, Hollywood East St. Louis, Illinois, Lights Exposition Shows; Revue, Is ill with pneumonia and the All people engaged report to Winter Quarters at 20th and State Streets, Gecoma, Bright our Pre -Season Opening will be April 28. George A, Kerested, Royal Amusement show was handled by Mrs. Carrell. where Company; Pete Christian, World of RIDE HELP, REPORT TO JOHN (TINY) DEMPSEY. F. TRAIN HELP, REPORT TO P. J. McLANE. Mirth Shows; Judge Ben Tucker, W. FOR KREKOS TOWER MEN, REPORT TO BILL CAIN. Russell Judy and CALIF. GOOD BRADFORD. Lane, Al Huband, (Continued from page 34) BUILDERS, REPORT TO ARKY showmen with the World of Mirth and CONCESSION AGENTS, REPORT TO A. J. WEISS. Cetlin & Wilson shows. Baker, electrician; Nick Krekos, night All Others Report to Winter Quarters or Address: watchman; Gene Hudson, artist; Lee Em- P. O. BOX 69, EAST ST. LOUIS, ILL. hoff, sound truck; J. A. Halsey, adver- AND GO FORWARD" C &W DRAWS IN tising agent; J. J. Barnes, press repre- ".LOIN THE CAVALCADE (Continued from page 34) sentative; Isabel Myers, in charge of mar Henderson, director of morale; Capt. P. quee; Bob Mathews and his Lion, King H. Davis, camp special service officer, and Tully, free attraction; Johnnie Miller, Capt. L. E. Milgrim, assistant camp spe- commissary, cial service officer, extended thanks to the Concessions: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wal- show management. pert, 3; Mr. and Mrs. Al Rodin, 3; Mr. W. G. WADE SHOWS Board members of Southside Virginia and Mrs. Hunter Farmer, 2; Mr. and Fair were guests at a Chicken and spa- Mrs. John Miller, 2; Gene Hudson, 3; OPEN MAY 5TH Mrs. Lloyd Carlson, 2; Mr. and ghetti dinner in the cookhouse. Col. Mr. and This Opening Engagement Will Be Held for a Period of Nine Days in the Heart of Port H. P. Henry, Major P. O. Hoffman, Major Mrs. Matt Herman, 3; A. Churchill, 2; on the Municipal Parking Field, Under the Auspices of the A. F. of L., Huron, Michigan, Location. W. O. Hoffmire, Capt. C. E, Tolin and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Oberhensley, 2; Ray Local No. 156. Jackson, Michigan, Follows Port Huron With Another Downtown 3; Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Christen- WANTED Show, Penny Arcade, Fun House, Single Pit Shows or any other attractions Capt. G. W. Lawton represented Brig. Munro, -Side flashy Girl Show. Horkins, who was unable son, 1; Mr. and Mrs. Jack Lee, 1; Fred with neat frame -up. Exceptional opportunity for large, Gen. Camp Lee, more strictly legitimate Concessions for the entire season. to attend the Shrine buffet supper on Zepken, 1; Ray Adams, 1; John Weiss, 1; CAN PLACE -Several the lot. Whitey Hewett has been added Harry Myers, 5. OUR FAIR SEASON OPENS IN JULY. Address: to the office staff. Max Linderman, gen- Shows: A. J. Budd, Circus Side Show; eral manager World of Mirth Shows, was John Branson, Wild Animal Show, Snake W. G. WADE SHOWS a visitor Friday night. Show and Unborn Show; Ted Right, 19199 Woodingham Dr. (Phone University 4 -0055) Detroit 21, Michigan Girlesque Revue, Dope Show. Line -up has 10 rides, 35 concessions, 6 shows, CRAFTS OKAY ON COAST 20 trucks and trailers and operates with (Continued from page 34) a pay gate. Staff now includes O. N. Crafts, owner; Caroline Krekos and Marie Jessup Mrs. O. N. Crafts, secretary; Harold were hostesses to members of the PCSA GEORGE CLYDE SMITH SHOWS shows in honor Mook, auditor; Roy E. Ludington, general Ladies' Auxiliary on the PA., APRIL 27 9 BIG NIGHTS manager; W. Lee Brandon, general agent; of President Edith Walpert at the home OPEN AT SCALP LEVEL, - CANDY Franklin R. Warren, assistant manager; of Marie Jessup. Games were played WANT FISH POND, DUCK POND, DEVIL'S BOWLING ALLEY, HIGH STRIKER, Roy Shepperd, general superintendent; during the afternoon. A hand- embroi- FLOSS, SWINGING BALL, PEA POOL, BUMPER. Harvey Quackenbush, manager neon de- dered luncheon cloth made by Caroline WANT WAR SHOW, WILD LIFE, GIRL SHOW, MONKEY SHOW, MIDGET SHOW. partment; John (Spot) Ragland, ad- Krekos was awarded to Margaret Farmer. PLANE. went to Hazel Christenson, WANT TILT -A- WHIRL, LOOP -O- juster; Roger Warren, manager commis- Other awards IN ALL DEPARTMENTS. sary; Frank Schull, special agent; Jack Alice Peyton and Allie Wrightsman. Mike WANT WORKINGMEN Shell, labor scout and The Billboard sales Krekos donated $25 and W. T. Jessup, Write or Wire All Communications To agent; V. Wise, lot man; Robert Hyer, $20, making a total of $75 derived from GEORGE CLYDE SMITH SHOWS, Scalp Level, Pa. night policeman; George R. Hart, elec- the party. trician; Frank Kitchner, master me- Luncheon was served outdoors on bar- chanic. becue tables. A large cake was presented Pomona engagement, opening April 4, to President Walpert. Mildred Syster was good on the Fuller Rancho circus was initiated as a prospective member. lot. Show has played Los Angeles County Members present were Ming Toi Right, Fair, Pomona, many times, and visitors Carol Kesterson, Chris Rodin, Mildred JACK KNIGHT WANTS included Fair Manager C. B. (Jack) Af- Syester, Bobbie Branson, Doris Carlson, Horses, Animals, Platform Acts, Acts of all kinds. flerbaugh, Assistant Manager Gene Mid- Hazel Christenson, Alice Peyton, Diane High Acts, Thrill Acts, dleton, Mayor Pettit and several coun- Frost, Margaret Farmer, Isabel Myers, Houston, Texas, May 12 -21 ; New Orleans, May 27 -June 4. cilmen; Bob Orth, who has a gymnasium Eloise Kelly, Doris Dignan, Ruby Dobbs; in Pomona, and Secretary Tevis Paine, Margie Latiker and young son, Ricky; Write Western Fairs Association. Allie Wrightsman, Patsy Cole, Jessie BROS.' Loomis, Ellen Oberhansley, President JACK KNIGHT, RAY CIRCUS Walpert, Frieda Brown, Caroline Krekos Rice Hotel, Houston, Texas. WT GETS HARD KNOCKS and Marie Jessup. Allie Wrightsman (Continued from page 34) and Jessie Loomis were guests from the John Beem, lot superintendent; Paul Wrightsman Shows. Will, electrician; Mrs. Jim Dunlavey, Hazel Beem, front gate ticket sellers. Foots Reeves is concession manager; W. J. EARLY BREAKS FOR HETH Lindsay, concession department treas- (Continued from page 34) FRED ALLEN SHOWS urer. Among concessionaires are Sam tative and business manager; C. C. Leas- and Gussie Lieberwitz, Tex Chambers, ure, special agent and billposter; George LAST CALL Peggy Reynolds; Red Gunn, cookhouse; Spaulding, front gate tickets; Mabel Os- OPENING MAY 4 AT SYRACUSE, N. Y., FOR 10 DAYS Jimmie Case, Bill Crow, Harry Hunter, Bill Bozeman, electri- born, assistant; man and wife Clarence Case, Bill Robinson, Viola Fairly, cian; Bill Noe, ride superintendent; Most everything sold except Photos and Custard. Due to draft can place Jim Taylor, Chuck Moss, T. McCulley, George Spaulding, The Billboard and capable of handling complete Ten -in -One Show. All people holding contracts please write Bob Harris, Leno Crow, Betty Woods, mailman; Carl Leasure, truck dispatcher; or phone. Call 25332. Can use one more Free Act. Eddie Meisterman, Margatette Stone, J. E. Hosmer, lot man; Paul Reynolds, K. A. Mose, Katie Reeves. mechanic; Edwin Noe, Twin Wheels; Mrs. Noble C. Fairly and Mrs. L. C. Fred Billings, second man; Charles Reynolds organized women on the show Strickler, Octopus; Jenkins, Chair -o- SIDE SHOW ACTS OF ALL KINDS Plane; Charles Allen, Tilt; Laurance Roberts, Merry-Go- Bound; Charles Hart- AT ONCE FOR RIG 10 IN 1 ley, Roil -o- Plane, WANTED WANTED Shows: Ruby Francis Side Show At- Freaks, Novelties, Acts, Ticket Sellers and Grinders, Girls for Illusions, Annex Attractions. Ball Game, Slum Agents. Also proposition for man On. and wife. Cash for Cork Guns. tractions, Madame Selda, reader; Dr. Show Opens Saturday, April 22. HURRY -Wire or Come White, lecturer; Carl Davenport, midget MATTHIEWS fire- eater; Sing Poo, alligator boy; Ruby KORIE, care Great Sutton Shows, Osceola, Arkansas Ocre AMERICAN BEAUTY SHOW, Ste. Genevieve, talker. Mc April 17.22; De Soto, Mo., April 24.29. Neal, tickets; Francis Joblosky,

www.americanradiohistory.com 4 58 GENERAL OUTDOOR The Billboard April 22, 1944 Tidwell, T. J.: San Angelo, Tex. _ = -_ More SLA RC Contributions Tivoli Expo.: Galena, Kan. == =____ Turner Bros.: (White City Park) Springfield, C H I C A G O, April 15. Showmen's Ill., 21 -30. League Red - United Expo.: Leesville, La. Contînen*a Cross fund contributions to Victory Expo.: Gonzales, Tex. date total $6,078.50. Since last week's Virginia Greater: Norfolk, Va. v.PGy report $290 additional has been con- Wallace Bros.: Evansville, Ind., 17 -29. tributed by the following: Ward, John R.: Hammond, La.; McComb, `t'Sv Endy Bros.' Shows, Inc. $100.00 Miss., 24 -29. GLASS Sherman West Coast Victory: Napa, Calif.; Vallejo 24- II Glover 50.00 30. #3893 -G1ass Coaster Ash Nate Miller 50.00 Wolf Greater: St. Paul, Minn., 26 -29. Tray $3.60 Gr. Pete Kortes 25.00 Wolfe Am.: Augusta, Ga. II 7898 -Sq. Glass Ash Tray 3.90 Gr. J. C. Gilbert 25.00 Wonder City: Madisonville, La. 3871 -Footed Glass Nappy 4.32 Gr. World of Mirth: Richmond, Va., 24 -29. u CHAS. A. LENZ °7841 -Sugar Crystal 5.40 Or. J. C. Thomas 20.00 7842 -Creamer Crystal 5.40 Gr. World of Today: Wichita, Kan., 18 -30. u T. Dwight Pepple 10.00 Zacchini: Raleigh, N. C. '?he Shewnren's Insurance Mari 3913 -Glass Handled Mug 3.50 Gr. a 38004 -5 Oz. Juice Glass 3.90 Gr. Ralph G. Lockett 10.00 u SLUM Total $290.00 CIRCUS A1338 INSURANCE EXCHANGE #2300 -Plaster Animals $1.60 Gr. CHICAGO, ILL 1898 -Comic Hat Bands 1.75 C Anderson, Bud E.: Emporia, Kan., 21. 16.00 M Arthur Bros.: Richmond, Calif., 20 -22; Vallejo fewszungea======ecumal 2206 -- Crickets -Tin (IMP) 1.75 Gr. CARNIVAL 23; Woodland 24; Marysville 25; Chico 26; 2287- Jltterbeans 1.25 Gr. Red Bluff 27; Redding 28 -29. Beatty, Clyde- Russell Bros.: (Wash. Blvd. & WAN T NOVELTIES (Routes are for current week when no data are given. In some instances possibly Hill St.) Los Angeles, Calif., 17 -30. #2771 -50 Llgne ComlcButtons $22.50 M mailing points are listed.) Cole Bros.: Louisvjlle, Ky., 20 -23. 2768 -70 Ligne Comic Buttons 4.50 C Cronin, 8. L.: Hollywood, Calif., 17 -20. SECOND MAN 1897 -Comic Felt Yodler Hats Dailey Bros.: Mexia, Tex., 18; Ennis 19; FOR AUTO SCOOTER with Feathers Alamo: Texas City, Tex. Must be able to drive Truck and Trailer. Prefer 12.00 Gr. Allen & Nickerson: Bedford, Ind. Waxahachie 20; Cleburne 21; Comanche 22; 8600 -Felt Robin Hood Hats American Goldthwa)te 24; Lampasas 25; Belton 26; married man. Will use wife on Tickets. salary with Feathers 12.50 Gr. Beauty: Ste. Genevieve, Mo.; DeSoto McGregor 27; Clifton 28; Weatherford 29. $30.00 per week and bonus for season. 1627 -Felt Spanish Hats 26.00 Gr. 24 -29. 896- Hawalian Leis 3.75 Gr. American Expo.: Alliance, O., 20 -29. Globe Bros.: Stamford, Tex., 21; Haskell 22; HARRY BEACH (10 Gr. Lots, $3.50 Gr.) Arcade: Freer. Tex. Monday 24. Oars GREATER UNITED SNOWS 1623-White Sailor Hats 10.00 Gr. B. es H.: Ehrhardt, S. C.; Barnwell 24 -29. Hamid- Morton: (Arena) New Haven, Conn., Temple, Texas 9439 -Cardboard Carnival Horns 8.00 Gr. B. & V.: Garfield, N. J.. 27 -May 6. 17 -22; (Auditorium) Providence, R. L, 24- 1877 -Blue Yacht Hats 2.25 Dz. Bantly's All- American: Clinton, Tenn. 29. 24.00 Gr. Barkoot Bros. Toledo, O. Mills Bros.: Ashland, O., 22. 433 -Blowouts (IMP) 4.50 Gr. Bee's Old Polack Bros.: Sacramento, Calif., 17-22. 1639 -Felt Baseball Caps 12.00 Gr. Reliable: Clinton, Tenn., 17 -29, WANT Berryhill United: Avondale Estates, Ga. Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey: (Madi- Operators for Octopus, Tilt, Rollo -- Plane, Plastic Military Brooch son Sq. New York City, May downs, year round work. Asst, ...... 10.80 Gr. Bistany Greater: New Smyrna, Fla. Garden) until Wheel. No tear 1513- Plastic Whistles 8.00 Gr. Blue Lantern Am. Co.: Manchester, Tenn. 21. 1958 -Red, White and Blue Bowen's Joyland: Pasadena, Calif.; Altadena Wallace Bros.: Logan, W. Va., 18; Mullins 19; Canes 3.75 0 24 -30. Beckley 20; Oak Hill 21; Charleston 22. PLAYLAND PARK 35.00 M Bright Lights Expo.: Buchanan, Va. HOUSTON, TEXAS Buck, O. C.: Troy, N. Y., 22 -29. Buckeye State: Jonesboro, Ark.; Dyersburg, MISCELLANEOUS Tenn., 24 -29. Byers Bros.: Kilgore, Tex. WANTED Barrett, (Olympia Circus, Stadium) Chi, Theater. NOW READY! Capell Bros.: Norman, Okla. MRoyay 7. Party With Complete Tent Must seat 1,500 Cavalcade of Ani.: E. St. Louis, Ill., 27 -29. Basile, Joe, Band (Arena) New Haven, Conn., or more. With transportation. No junk considered. Cetlin & Wilson: Baltimore, Md. Good proposition for right party. Three towns.a week. Spring Stock Coleman 17 -2g; (Auditorium) Providence 24 -29. Hillbilly Show on 50,000 watt station. Jack Vivian, Bros.: Middletown, Conn., 20 -29. Birch: Wellington, Kan., 19; McPherson 20; write. Address: Colley, J. J.: Seminole, Okla. Newton 21; Wichita 24; Kingman 25; Inde- Lists Continental: Kingston, N. Y., 27 -May 6. pendence 26 -27. JESSE ROGERS Crafts 20 Big: Oxnard, Calif., 17 #173 Mdse. -30. Campbell, Loring: Valley City, N. D., 19; Ada, Care Reid Hotel, St. Louie, Me. -Bingo Craig, Harry: Altus, Okla. Minn., 20; Red Lake Falls 21; Deer River Crescent Canadian: South Vancouver, B. 0., 24; Minneapolis 25. 174-Glassware Slum and Can.; Victoria 24 -May 6. Civo -aways Crescent Am. Co.: Hamlet, N. C.; Kannapolis Daniel, B. A.: Indianapolis, Ind., 17 -22. SKYFIGHTERS 24 -May 6. Davis, Pinsy: San Antonio, Tex., 19; Waco WANT TO BUY 4 OR MORE III75- Novelty Items Curl, W. S.: Fairfield, O., 24 -29. 20; Fort Worth 21; Dallas 23; Muskogee. Okla., 24; Oklahoma City 25 -26. Must Be In Good Condition, Dick's Paramount: Trenton, N. J., 19 -29. Give Lowest Cash Price. SEND FOR YOUR Dodson's World's Fair: Little Rock, Ark., 19-29. Lee's Colored Minstrels: Mount Vernon, Ala., CCOPIES TODAY Dudley, D. S.: Childress, Tex. 19 -20; Snow Hill 21; Selma 22; Tuscaloosa CLAYTON HOLT Dumont: Henderson, N. C. 23; Birmingham 24 -30. P. O. BO 223, CARUTHERSVILLE, MO. Dyer's Greater: Holly Springs, Miss. Lippincott: Bremen, Ga., 19; Marietta 20; Car- Elite Expo.: Coffeyville, Kan. tersville 21; Calhoun 22. Endy Bros. & Prell's Combined: Charleston, Nichols, Les (Palm Cafe) Montreal 18 -30. ontinental S. O. Ricton's Dogs: Fayetteville, Tenn., 117 -22. GENERAL AGENT Expo. at Home: Elkton, Md., 17 -29; Annap- Texas Cattle King, George M. Bragg's: Mays- olis 24 -29, ville, N. C., 17 -29. WANTED 11122 I7. THIRD ST. Fay's Silver Derby: N. Phoenix City, Ala.; Turtle, Wm. C. School Assemblies, Portland, FOR SMALL TRUCK SHOW IrnILWRUKEE 3,IWIS. S. Phoenix City 24 -29. Ore., 17 -22. One Who Knows Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. Fidler United: (Kings Highway & Natural Virgil: Buckley, Wash., 20; Shelton 27; Win - Address: BOX 302, Care THE BILLBOARD Bridge) St. Louis, Mo. lock 28; Kelso 29. 380 Arcade Bldg., St. Louis 1, M0. Fleming, Mad Cody: Blackshear, Ga.; Val- dosta 24 -29. Garden State: New Holland, Pa.; Coplay 24 -29. Gentsch & Sparks: Grenada, Miss. Gold Medal: Jackson, Tenn. Golden Gate: Pembroke, Ky. WANT -WANT Gooding Greater: Springfield, O., 20 -May 6. SHOWS Great Sutton: Osceola, Ark., 22-29. EMPIRE STATE Greater United: Temple, Tex. Mug Joint, Stock Concessions. Ride Groves Greater: De Ridder, La. Opening ABERDEEN, MARYLAND, April 29 to May 6 Hall Bros.: Starkville, Miss. Help, very good pay; Snake and Happyland: Dearborn, Mich. Hedrick's Gay Way: Granite Falls, N. O. Want several more RIDES with own transportation. Minstrel Shows. Wire Heller's Acme: Paterson, N. J., 17-29. Hennies Bros.: Anniston, Ala.; Gadsden 24 -29. Want Legitimate CONCESSIONS and GRIND STORES. Heth, L. J.: Ensley, Ala. Jones Greater: Charleston, W. Va., 22 -29. Want RIDE HELP, CANVASMAN, SIGN PAINTERS. SINGLETON UNITED Jones, Johnny J., Expo.: Goldsboro, N. C.; Washington, D. C., 24 -May 4. Want GIRLS for GIRL SHOW. 112 Hall, Monroe, La., April 16 -22. Haus Expo.: Sanford, N. C. Will be on the grounds April 18, WM. GOODRICH in charge. Kaus, W. C.: New Bern, N. C. Kirkwood, Joseph J.: (W. Baltimore & Cath- erine Sts.) Baltimore, Md. Address all wires to JIMMY BROWN, Empire State Shows, Aberdeen, Maryland. Lake State: (Newstead & Easton) St. Louis, Mo. Lawrence Greater: High Point. N. C. Lee United: (John R. & Hudson Sts.) Hazel Park, Mich. LIGHT PLANT Lone Star: (Troy & Vella) Indianapolis, Ind. McKee, John: Cape Girardeau, Mo. FOR SALE Magic Empire: South Hot Springs, Ark. ACME SHOWS Marks, John H.: (Church Hill) Richmond, Va.; HELLER'S One General Motors Sixty KVA Light Plant APRIL 27, 11 DAYS, INCLUDING TWO SUNDAYS, PATERSON, N. J. with Switch Boards mounted on GMC Truck. (Petersburg Pike) Richmond 24 -29. OPEN Lula, Miss. Want Show People. Will furnish complete outfits for the following shows: Side Show, Girl Show, ready to operate. Both plant and truck fn Midway Am.: Diggers, Photos, Bingo, excellent condition, same as new. Address replies: Midwest: Needles, Calif., 23 -28. Snake, Wild Life. Unborn or any good Grind Show. Want Concessions- Mississippi Park: Biloxi, Miss. Pitch and Skill Games. American Palmistry or any 100 Grind Stores. No Gees or Coupons. Want Help on all Rides. Foreman for Spitfire (Shuey, wire collect), Merry -Go- Round, Chairo- Plane, Ferris Monarch Midway: Plant City. Fla. Talkers. William J. Langford, Frank HUNT TRUCK SALES & SERVICE Moore's Modern Midway: Malden, Mo. Wheel, Whip, Kiddy Rides, Loop.o-Plane. Want Canvasman, Tampa Street at Platt TAMPA, FLORIDA Canoe, Jess Trout, Cliff Carter, Cliff Lane, John Benedge and Shuey, write. Winter quarters open. Mound City: (Gravois & Watson Road) St. Help, come on. Top salaries, pleasant working conditions. Long season south. All address: Louis, Mo. WINTER QUARTERS, FRANKLIN AVE., CAMPGAW, N. J. PHONE: WYCOFF 752 -W. North State: Liberty, N. C. Ozark: Boonville, Ark. Page, J. J.: Johnson City, Tenn., 22 -29. Park Am. Co.: Alexandria, La. Peppers All- State: Gadsden, Ala. WANT Pike Am.: Hope, Ark. Foreman for Twin Ferris Wheels and Octo- Playtime Am.: Manchester, N. H., 26 -29. SHOWS WANT pus; must drive; join on wire. State salary Riley, Matthew J.: (Kensington Ave. & Hunt- HENNIES BROTHERS' you want. Pay own wires. No tickets ing Park Ave.) Philadelphia, Pa. Diesel Engineer and Electrician who can produce. Attractive proposition to reliable man. unless known. Royal American: Evansville, Ind., 26 -May 6. Rogers Greater: Mount Vernon, Ill.; Christo- This equipment first -class condition. Can use few Working Men. Vivian McGrean can place pher 24 -29. Crescent Amusement Co. Rogers & Powell: Winona, Miss.; Greenwood Readers for Mitt Camp. Sammy Smith wants Eddie King, Haskell Jones, Lamar Ryan and 24 -29. shape. Hamlet, N. C., this week; Kannapolis, Royal Expo.: Wauchula, Fla., 17-29. Herman to come at once. Can use you. Wagons in great N. C., next. Scott Expo.: Knoxville, Tenn., 17 -22; Nash- ville 24 -29. Anniston, Ala., this week; Gadsden, Ala., following. Sheesley Midway: Chattanooga, Tenn.; Knox- ville 24 -29. Shugart, Doc: Paris, Tex. Silk City: Paterson, N. J. Smith, George Clyde: Scalp Level, Pa., 27- SHOWS B & V SHOWS' 6. DIXIE BELLE May Opening Cloveiport, Ky., April 29th. On Street. Snapp Greater: Webb City, Mo. Salim, per week cash sure, plus season Garfield, N. J., April 27th Ala. Want Ferris Wheel Man. must be first class and sober. $50.00 Opening Sparks, J. F.: Birmingham, bonus. Also want Man and Wife to handle Kid Rides who can drive truck; may use truck for living Srader, M. A.: Salina, Kan., 17 -27. salary good people. Swell opening for small Cook House or Grab, Bingo. Custard, Bottle Bail quarters after unloading Rides. Good to Pitch- Want Stafford's United: Indianapolis, Ind., 17-29. Grab. Will sell X on Rat Game, Devil's Bowling Alley, String Game, High Striker, Hoop-La, Games and Grind Stores. Girl and Posing Greater: Glade Springs, Va.; Damas- Will book Shows with own equipment ---come on, per cent Tilt Steblar's Till-Win, Ball Game other than Bottles. me. Shows with own outfits. Octopus and cus 24 -29. is right. We have the choice spots and fairs in Kentucky and Indiana. Kettle Sisters, contact Ride Help. Wire or come on. Strates, James E.: Wilmington, Del. Address: LOUIS T. RILEY, OWNER -MGR., CLOVERPORT, KY. 5 Westminster Pl., Garfield, N. I. Tassel], Barney: Crewe, Va.; Richmond 24- P.S.: Lille Ritchie, contact me. May 6.

www.americanradiohistory.com 59 April 22, 1944 The Billboard GENERAL OUTDOOR Bears, Raymond Frievogal. No. 25.- many years, with the exception of his RINGLING IN GARDEN Swinging ladders, Mildred Pyle, Virginia war service overseas in 1919, he has been HELP (Continued from page 40) Smith, Nina, Maxine Elliott. No. 26.- director of transport. He had an excep- RIDE riding act. No. 27.- Five -ele- tionally arduous job during 1943 and in sales windows. They try their luck with Mechanical watch WANTED phant number, Marion Grubb. December 'he was presented a gold 36 Ft. the brokers. of moving the show Want Foreman for Ell Ferris Wheel, show done In the Wild West Concert are Tiger for his excellent job Octopus, Merry -Go- Round, Spillman make; Smith Apparently the big has five months to give & Smith °hair -o -Plane and Kids' Auto and Swing Bill, sharpshooting and horse roping; during the preceding No back away with one of the former expenses of and knife shows in Geelong, Sydney and Melbourne. Ride. Rides load on Individual trucks. the New York and Boston runs by elimi- Tex Leon, whip manipulator tracking. Truck drivers preferred. Also Second Peggy Harrison, fancy rope spin- Said the story: "There are seven ele- Men In all departments. Salary and bonus paid. acts for the indoor thrower; we nating added feature and her trained bull; phants left out of the original herd of Want Concessions not conflicting with what will be the same under can- ner; Nina Grubb have. dates. Show Mildred Pyle, Captain Willard, trick and nine, but instead of traveling by rail vas as in New York and Boston. It can be Have for Sale: One Smith & Smith Chair- o.Plane fancy riding; Marguerite Chenette and from town to town, they have to which Is In good condition. Write also be stated definitely that this year route -marched, doing their share of the will be no nor any other Montana Madge; eight -horse catch, Tiger there Spangles Bill. All acts are listed in the program. transport by drawing the cages carrying Ringling- sponsored summer show at the performing lions, feed wagons and THOMPSON BROTHERS Madison Square Garden. The Staff 2908 FOURTH AVE., ALTOONA, PA. freak animals. West's working staff has of May. Executive staff: Mr. and Mrs. B. C. been reduced by enlistments and call -ups P. S.- Season Opens Middle B -R L. A. BONANZA Davenport, owners; B. C. Davenport, gen- from 73 to 9. In Adelaide recently school eral manager; Mrs. Eva Davenport, treas- children helped to put up the tent. It (Continued from page 40) urer; Charles (Butch) Cohn, assistant took three and a half days instead of a Fleet. Second stanza is bolstered with manager; R. M. Harvey, general agent; couple of hours." aerial acts with the Flying Concellos Billy Rose, advance press agent; H. C. DANCERS finishing off. Howard, director of public relations; K. Show makes a nice appearance, with W. Drake, legal adjuster; Leo Snyder, WON, HORSE & UPP WANTED all new canvas being used here for the equestrian director; Bertha Drane, pur- (Continued from page 40) first time. No ill effects were suffered chasing agent, mailing department; Joe the "special paper" wasn't very circusy. Can Place 2 or 3 by the tent in the 45 -mile gale that Rossi, musical director; Louis Reed, me- Most of the lithos depict harness-race DANCERS FOR struck opening day, but it was no easy nagerie superintendent; Ralph Noble, lot horses, Poland -China hogs and Herford job to get the tent up. Here for the superintendent; Pete Lindemann, train - cattle wearing blue ribbons. The 24- HAWAIIAN SHOW longest stand of the season, circus has master; Hazel King, superintendent of sheet stuff was definitely out, as it was agent; H. constructed "permanent" rest rooms for horses; Jack Knight, special all swimming pool and auto racing paper. JESSIE O'DELL the benefit of its patrons. New tent R. Newton, advertising agent; Mrs. F. P. S.: Last night another haystack dis- was treated with fireproofing to comply Wood, stewardess. appeared during a storm. Punch and Care WORLD OF TODAY SHOWS with the local fire laws. Judy, the two wild twins, found it in our New uniforms for the help and coats barn. To the bosses' surprise, they WICHITA, KANSAS, Until April 30th and caps for the ushers, ticket takers and HM IN BUFFALO BOW learned that a First -of -May swinging program sellers flashes up the show. Col- (Continued from page 40) ladder girl had merely borrowed it to ored sawdust in Rings 1 and 3 lend ad- place under her rigging to serve as a net. flash to the performance. Profits are divided between the News ditional fund and various Shrine charities. Shrin- What we can't figure out is why they WALLACE BROS.' CIRCUS Assisting Concello are Frank McClos- ers were hosts again to thousands of whitewashed their coal pile the day our key, assistant manager; Wallace Love, orphans. The gift of two llamas to miniature steam calliope was to be tested. WANTS treasurer; Jack Joyce, equestrian di- Zoo by in connection MAJOR PRIVILEGE. rector; George Werner, superintendent Buffalo the Shrine with the circus, is a continuance of the Sailmaker, Man to Run Lunch Stand, of canvas; Bob Reynolds, prop super- annual animal gift custom originated by L. TO PACKS intendent; Louis Smidki, transportation; ago when ST. SHRINE Elephant Trainer. Wire Charleston, William Bill Antes, press the Shrine some years giving (Continued from page 40) Kelly, lights; an elephant. A special naming contest 22 -23; Huntington, 24; Point Pleas- and radio; W. M, Moore, legal adjuster; chairman; John Mavrakos, vice -general worked up additional publicity among 26; Wheeling, Norman Carroll, announcer; Francis the youngsters. chairman; James R. Kearney Jr., chair- ant, 25; Parkersburg, Kitzman, advance car; Waldo Tupper, First day saw about 15,000 at two man program committee, with Rudy 27; all West Virginia. general agent; Al Beck, secretary; Pete shows, with Tuesday closely the same; Stuckenberg and Edward Williams, as- Kortes, side show, and Mac McDonald, Wednesday looked a little bigger, about sistants; Carl Stifel, chairman ticket menagerie. Jack Tavelin has the pro- 17,000, and all this despite cold, rain, committee, with Ray Thompson and Al grams. sleet and snowstorms. Prices were from Theis, assistants. 82 cents to $2.72 including tax. Captain Committee handling the Pittsburgh WANT -WANT -WANT show with Packs, July 24 -29, is comprised STRAWS FOR DAILEY Proske and his tigers, Les Kimris, Capt. On Account of Disappointment Bee Kyle of Harvey J. Scott, superintendent of the Geek Shows or from page 40) Ray Simms, Clara Torino. and Can ',lace Big Snake, Illusion, (Continued are among outstanding acts. Joe Basile's Pittsburgh Police Pension Fund; Bernard any small Grind Show not conflicting. tion of their cage into the monkey section J. McArdle, Andrew Charles, Michael Want Ride Help on Tilt, Ferris Wheel, 2 Abreast band, with Bubbles Ricardo, singer, are Swing, Kiddie Auto. and ate them. A line of 10 elephants, three again here. Marze, Martin J. McIntyre, Frank H. camels, zebra and other lead stock are Keefe and Joseph S. Flynn. on one side of the menagerie, and a row WALLACE BROS.' SHOWS of cages, each one 20 feet long, on the COLE SEEKS BOND TOP EVANSVILLE, IND. opposite CRONIN IN HOLLYWOOD side of the tent. (Continued from page 40) 40) Business the first 10 days has been (Continued from page most gratifying; capacity and straw store with a. white ticket wagon parked for the purchase of a bond. There is no houses. near by. A section of 192 seats is to be definite row or section assigned on the WANTED reserved for bond buyers at each per- basis of the bond's amount. The Program formance thruout the season, said Col. Executive set -up: S. L. Cronin, general The performance opens with a spec. Harry Thomas, spec producer. Seats are manager; Edwin Tait, secretary -treasurer; Circus Contracting Agent No. 2.- Riding monkeys, with Leo Snyder, to be graded according to the size of the George W. Pughe, general agent; Miss Can Also Use Good Circus Press Agent. Peggy Harrison, Nina Grubb. No. 3.- bond purchase with the best going to Merle Cleary, Hammond organist; George Balancing perch, Si and Nellie Kitchie. buyers of the $5,000 security and ranging Cunningham, choregrapher and line pro- Contact: No. 4.- Elephants, dogs and ponies, M. to the $18.75 type. ducer; King Ross, equestrian director; CIRCUS Grubb, Leo CRONIN'S Snyder, Raymond Nunn. Thomas reported the zoo, which has George McCarthy, special agent; Leo Hag- Billboard No. 5.- Clowns. No. B.- Flying Trapeze. been open to the public Sundays and and Dick Dickinson, band Care The gerty, advance, 1509 N. Vine St., Hollywood 28, Calif. No. 7.-Six-pony drill, Hazel King. No. 8. holidays, has drawn the largest attend- leader. H. B. Clifford has the motorized -Clown walkaround by W. S. Schuyler, ance this winter since the circus started concessions. J. A. Harrison, Frank Savillo and Archie having its quarters here in 1940, Silverlake. No. 9.- Elephant Nemo, pre- The advance oar, under Verne Wil- sented by Raymond Frievogal. No. 10- liams, left here April 8. A new red ticket UNDER THE MARQUEE Spanish web, Jennie May Snyder and wagon is being completed. New boss of (Continued from page 41) CAN PLACE Miss Norma. No. 11. -Clown baseball quarters is "Irish" Deedy. Quantities be at fairs and celebrations for Ernie Fast -stepping Candy Butchers. Georgia Boy, game. No. 12.-Five- elephant act, Norma of lesterlite paint is being used for the Young. Milwaukee Duncan and others knowing me, Davenport. No. 13.-Roman rings, Drane spec and displays. wire as per route. Playing good territory. Sisters, Nina and Peggie, Snyder Duo and The labor situation is excellent at pres- BOB ORTH, Pomona, Calif., who saw Lots of money. Maxine Elliott. No. 14.-Liberty horses, ent, with more hands on the show than Arthur Bros.' Circus at several California Hazel King. No. 15. -Clown walkaround. at any season's start in the last four stands, states that Jorgen Christiansen LOYD HALEY No. 16. -Cloud swings, Norma Davenport, years, Noyelles Burkhart, who has been lost a horse, due to a severe attack of Care Dailey Bros.' Circus Ted Church. No. 17.- Head -balancing front -door man, has been made general the colic, and that Cheerful Gardner trapeze, Si and Nellie Kitchie. No. 18.- manager. Plans are being made to ex- joined at Long Beach to take charge of Wire, Danny Calate. No. 19. -Dancing pand the quarters which have been con- the bulls. clown elephant. No. 20.-Bagdad of structed for the circus. B & H AMUSEMENT CO. Mongolia, Mlle. Nashalla. No. 21.- WORKING on a circus where he had to Trained dogs, Hazel King, Marion West, assist in putting up and tearing down four WANTS Raymond Nunn. No. 22.- Menage, Mil- high -act nets during each performance, a Sober, reliable Wheel Foreman. Forty per week and AUSSIE SHOWS MOVING bonus end of season. If married, can place wife in dred, Peggie, Willard Johnson, Tex Leon, (Continued from page 40) property man remarked: "This is America's Concession. Hazel King. No. 23.- High school horses, greatest network show." Ehrhardt, S. C., this week; then Barnwell, S. C. Hazel King, Willard Johnson. No. 24.- Ward states. All gasoline in Australia is imported and none is available for the shows, hence the charcoal- burners, with WANTED which the shows make out fairly well. JOHN R. WARD SHOWS WANT Foreman for Strato -Ship Ride. Excellent pay and High -powered vehicles are not needed, bonus. Must be sober and reliable. No tear downs as the circus wagons are not as heavy as Lot Superintendent, top salary; Side Show Manager and Acts or Organized or set ups. Ride permanently located. in the States and there is no those used Side Show, Minstrel Show Talker, Performers and Musicians, Manager for THOMAS L. CHRISTIAN such thing as 15 or 20 -ton loads. A 10- 3987 Locust Street, Philadelphia 4, Pa. ton load is extremely rare. Elephants, Monkey Show. Want Concessions and Agents for Ball Games and Grind Stores. Evergreen 8665 as a rule, are taken from one town to Want Ride Foreman for Spitfire, Octopus, Second Men for all Rides. another on foot. Jumps generally are Hutchens Modern Museum short, tho at times there are moves up Hammond, La., this week; McComb, Miss., week April 24. Wants to join in Carthage, Mo.. April 25, for a to 100 miles. Shows still moving are long season, one more Ticket Seller that can drive doing excellent business. The people are truck and one more good Act. Salary every Sunday. Also meals. All address: JOHN T. HUTCHENS, show hungry, just as they are in the P. O. Boa 108, Cassville, Mo., until April 25, and States, and they give the circus liberal then Carthago, Mo. patronage. FAY'S SILVER DERBY SHOWS WAN Charlie West's Career Phenix City, Ala., 14th St., till April 22nd; 9th Ave., on street, 24th to 29th, auspices Police and issue of a Queensland news- Fire Dept.; then Columbus, Ga., city lots for seven weeks under strong auspices. Want Concessions - Recent Apples, Candy Moss, Fish Pond, Bumper, Cola Bottle. Corn Game, String Game, BUCKET AGTEDENTS an Interesting story on Popcorn, Snocones, paper carried Age, Color Block or any Stock Store not conflicting. Frances Crowley. wire White Mulford. Shows- Work Every Week. No Drunkards. Charlie West, director of transport for Wild Life, Minstrel. Rides -Will book any Ride not conflicting. Can use General Agent. Must be DAGO Wirth's Circus. West joined the show in sultElt, have car and be able. to get sponsors. E. J. FAY. OWNER. Cere Hennies Bros.' Shows, Anniston, Ate. 1900 as a tent-hand gaslight boy, but for

www.americanradiohistory.com 60 GENERAL OUTDOOR The Billboard April 22, 1944 Barnes -Olympia Off to Good Start LONE STAR SHOWS Troy and Villa Aves., Indianapolis, Ind., OLTLIN & VTtLSO SllO%VS At Chi Stadium April 18 -23. Will buy Eli No. 5 Ferris Wheel. Must be CHICAGO, April 15. - Barnes Bros. - in A -1 condition. Or will book Wheel with Olympia Combined or without transportation. F. W. Wads- CAN PLACE- Young, Chorus Girls for Famous Paradise Revue. Circus (first time un- attractive der this title) got off to a good start last worth, get in touch. Have attractive propo- Union salary. sition for your Bingo and Wheel. Can place night at Chicago Stadium in spite of a few more legitimate Concessions. Have 10 light rain oduring the early evening. The Fairs in Illinois starting July 1. All mail to CAN PLACE -GRIND SHOWS; will finance anything worthwhile. huge auditorium was better than three - fourths filled which, even discounting J. R. McSPADDEN Rolloplane -o opening -night paper, was exceptionally Will Buy or Book Spitfire, Octopus, or Fly -plane with own General Delivery, Indianapolis, Ind. Transportation. good. Stadium Corporation and Barnes - P.S.: M. F. Kaufman and R. M. Martin no Carruthers have put together a fine show longer connected with this show. CAN PLACE-Second Man for Ferris Wheels, Second Man for Smith & replete with gorgeous costumes, thriller Smith Chairplane. Can also place a few Skilled Carnival Men in acts and solid circus talent, and it was well received. Running time, about all departments. three -quarters of an hour too long, is being cut down today. BOSWELL'S AMUSEMENTS CAN PLACE-Long -Range Shooting Gallery and Photo Studio; must be Show is well advertised. Some 200 24- HAVE CHANGED MY PLANS boards are 100 American. sheet being used, -line ads Will play Philadelphia lots, opening May 1st. are carried in the dailies, and spot an- Have contracted Purvis Rides. Need Second Man nouncements are being used on all of for Wheel and Plane. Can place any Ride not WE HAVE JUST CLICKED WITH TWO WEEKS OF 4 -STAR BUSINESS. conflicting. Special inducement to Merry -Go- the local radio stations. Jack Burnett, Round, Tilt or Isly -n- Plane. Have Snake and CET WITH THE SMASH HIT SHOW OF 1944. WE OFFER YOU publicity director, is getting good breaks War Show, new Banners and Kiddie Bide. Will in dailies, turn over to capable people at 50 per cent. Can THE BIG MAJOR FAIR ROUTE OF THE EAST AND ALL PROVEN the both pictures and stories. place Concession Agents at one-third. Want Cook House, Bingo, Photos, Custard, Popcorn, BUSINESS. CELEBRATIONS AND STILL DATES. Candy Apples, Soles, Hoop -La, Ball Camas, Pitch -Till- You -Win, Bumper, High Striker, any More Join Dodson Grind Store that works for ten cents. No P. C., All Address, This Week, at Baltimore, Md. no griff. All wires: At THOMAS H. ROSWELL Stand in Monroe 5124 Chestnut St. PHILADELPHIA, PA. P.S. -Johnny wants for Shooting Gallery. MONROE, La., April 15. Dodson's Ciaburri Operator Cork World's Fair Shows' engagement- was successful in Alexandria, La., last week. Date here was under auspices of the fire department on the Plum Street grounds. WANT TO PLACE \\\\\\\\:\\\:;::.: : ; `:;°'::','. ?;\\\\\\\\\\\\\\* Because of a soft lot in Alexandria, the show did not arrive here until Tuesday FOR THE SEASON morning, but opened that night, reported Paul Barron, publicity' director. Billy #5 BIG ELI FERRIS WHEEL and 24 SEAT SCOTT EXPOSITION SHOWS WANT and Buddy Anthony, palmistry, closed SMITH & SMITH CHAIRPLANE. In park or their home in Miami and Joined in Alex- seashore resort in southern part of country. andria. These Rides are practically new and in A-1 Foreman and Second Man for A -1 Tilt -a- Whirl, Ride Help that drive semis, Arkansas Travelers, new hillbilly show condition. Apply to to open in Little Rock next week, will be ' top Manager for Minstrel Show that can make openings, also salaries; under management of Jesse Bishop, Sta- Musicians and Performers. Legitimate Concessions, Custard open. No tion WAMB, Gadsden, Ala. General D. Slack Hubbard Manager M. G. Dodson has provided a Main St., Centreville, Miss. Gypsies, Percentage Shows or Rides wanted. Have Rides and ten Shows. novel rustic wagon front. Ray Cramer's World's Fair Oddities and Circus Side jKnoxville, Tenn., this week; 1st and Spring, Nashville, Tenn., next week. Show, Casa Manana Revue, Crystal Maze and College of Monkey Knowledge are leading grosses. Top -money ride is the err Rocket, with the Fly -o-Plane second. HARRY CRAIG SHOWS Bob Perry's Speed Maniacs and Lion Drome opened here to good business. WANT LAST CALL LAST CALL 'Jimmie Curry is in charge of the en- trance. Einer Day, manager of bingo, Secretary, Ride Help, Girl Show J. J. PACE SHOWS reports excellent business. Manager, Fishpond and other Slum Store Agents. J. H. "Goog" Johnson Saturday, April 29, in Johnson City, Tenn. Opening wants Grind Store and Slum Skillo WANT legitimate Concessions of all kind except Corn Game, Cook House and Grab. Good opening for Photos and Penny Arcade. WANT capable Ride Help for Merry-Go- Round, WANTED Agents. Altus, Okla., April 17 to 22. Ferris Wheel, Chair -Plane and Ridee -O. Can place Shows with or without own outfits. Want Concessions -Bingo, Popcorn, Candy Apple. Musicians and Performers for Minstrel Shows. Will book or buy Roll -o -Plane and Octopus Candy Floss, Cane Rack, Knife Rack, Scales, with transportation. Ray Carey wants Grind Store and Ball Game Agents. Duck Pond, Darts, Pitch Till You Win and Everybody wire, no time to write. Novelties and Frozen Custards. Freaks or real J. J. PAGE SHOWS, JOHNSON CITY, TENN. Side Show Girls for Show. Roy Bailey can place P.S.: Want High Aerial Free Act. WANTED Ride Help and Concession Agents. Will book or Wheel and Coupon Agents for the best framed buy Tilt, Octopus, Whip. Elkton, Maryland, till Concessions on the road. Everything new. Moe Kalen wants Agents that work for him. Con- April 28; Annapolis, Maryland, and Washing- tact him this week, Chattanooga, Tenn.; next ton, D. C., to follow. Address as per route. week, Knoxville, Tenn. GROVES GREATER SHOWS WANT ROX GATTON, Mgr. Johnny Sheesley, Jr. EXPOSITION & HOME SHOWS Hoopla, Board; Manager Mighty Sheesley Midway Agents for Stock Stores, Penny- Pitch, jingle for ELKTON, MARYLAND Country Store. Will book Pan Came. Also Legitimate Concessions. WANTED WANTED WANT Ride Help for Ferris Wheel, Chairplane, Merry-Co- Round. Top HALL BROS.' SHOWS salaries. Joe Permenter and Marva, answer. VICTORY UNITED SHOWS WANT FOR Man to take over Bingo; real proposition: Joe and STARKVILLE FAIR AND ARMY RALLY All replies to ED GROVES, De Ridder, La., April 17 -22. Winnie Jackson, wire. Pan Game Agent, Ride SHOWS AND RIDES NOT CONFLICTING. Man with Wife for Popcorn or Penny Pitch. Can Foreman for Ferris Wheel; 25% and salary guar- place Photos, Mitt Camp, Hawaiian, Snake and antee. Ride Help on Wheel and Mix -Up. Agents Mechanical Shows. L. R. Carter wants Agents. far Grind Stores, Photos and- Popcorn. All Con- Opening Webster, S. C., first week in May. Address: cessions open. No "X." Henderson, answer. Can place your Joints. Will glee small PERCY M. JONES, Mgr. Cookhouse good proposition. Five more Army WANTED WANTED WANTED Box 17e Webster, S. D. Rallye, then to Tennessee and Kentucky. Address: GEORGE HALL, Starkville, Miss. For Park, Permanent Location. Open Year Round. Stehlar's Greater Shows Will book party with own up -to -date Photo Gallery that can get money; have permanent Want Rides not conflicting with what we have; good building 12 ft. front, 10 ft. deep for same. Wanted -3 Second Men on Rides that are proposition for Roll -o- Plane, Octopus. Want Con- General Agent willing to work and advance to Foreman. Want Man and Lady to take charge of Guess Your cessions -Cook House, Bingo, Photos or any legiti- Wanted- Weight and Age Concession. Want to hear from Free Acts that can work every day; state mate Concession that can work for ten cents. Can RIDE HELP, CONCESSION PEOPLE No tear down, no set -up. Permanent address: use Agents of all kinds. Ride Help that can drive Can Use Small Show. Have Top for Same. all first letter. trucks. Lightning Johnson can use Performers for Minstrel Show, salary out of office. Address all mail and wires to J. E. STEBLAR, Glade Springs, HYALITE MIDWAY NORTH BEACH AMUSEMENT PARK Va., this week; Damascus, Va., next week. Mangum, Okla., Uptown 103 ELM STREET CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS GOLDEN GATE SHOWS Pembroke, Ky., week April 17 Want Ball Gaines, Pop Corn, Penny Pitch, Stock HEDY JO STAR and Grind Joints. Have outfits for money-getting Shows. Want Grind Shows with your own outfit. WANTS Ride Help on Wheel and Chair -o -Plane that can Ticket Seller, Talkers for Girl Show and Beautiful drive trucks, come on. Good Griddle Man wanted. Side Show. Tiny Cowan, Hopfe Max, wire. Freaks Office wants Agents. FRANK OWENS, Mgr., of all kinds. Show is making it BRIGHT LIGHTS EXPOSITION SHOWS WANT Golden Gate Shows, Pembroke, Ky. HEDY JO STAR, Care Arcade Shows, Freer, Texas Shows of all kinds. Legitimate Concessions of all kinds. Book or buy WANT Merry -Go- Round, Kiddie Auto Ride. Ride Help for Octopus, Roll -o- Plane, Chairplane First Man, Merry -Go -Round Second Man; WANTED TO BUY Ruck Drivers given preference. Top salary. for Joints. Can place Free Merry -Go-Round. Prefer Hersebell or Spillman. Must Second Man for Wheel. Good opening Slum be in first class condition, ready to run. Give full details, kind of organ and power unit. State best cash Acts. Write or wire JOHN GECOMA, Buchanan, Va., this week. LEW HENRY RIDES price. MURRAY JACKSON, 309 Fayette Ave., Burlington, N. O., until May e Bennettsville, S. O.

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gefiainen>ffrt eisetak)/a; 1-d64.4ä, gustaidohd aúzyefAcievipJid WALTER W. HURD, Director E. VETTERICK, Editor Address Coin Machine Department, The Billboard, 155 N. Clark St., Chicago 1, III. C.

Post-War Planning -14 TRADE RECOGNITION The coin machine trade will approach the post- grams and at times gained favorable publicity. Or- war era with greater recognition as a part of American ganized effort usually indicates that an industry has business. This recognition will provide some oppor- grown up and taken its place in national life. As tax- tunities for the trade and it will also bring some prob- ation spread, tax reports were made and, in some cities, lems in the field of taxation. monthly reports which showed the amount of revenue collected from coin machine licenses were given to The coin machine industry is naturally classed the press. with small industries. The Department of Commerce has set up a kind of guide -post for clas §ifying firms into Most important of all in gaining recognition for the field of small business or big business. Most firms the trade has been the federal government actions in the coin machine trade fall in the small business toward it. Perhaps the most important was the pas- group. There has been much discussion during the sage of a federal tax law which definitely brought the war about problems of small industries and small busi- industry before the nation, classified its machines into ness firms in general. This means that the trade has a general types and gave notice that it was doing much lot of sympathy on its side as a part of the thousands to help support the war effort. The many war emer- of American firms that belong in the small business gency orders issued by government departments re- group. lating to the coin machine trade also got publicity in The fact of widespread recognition by the nation newspapers all over the country. If no other publicity has important meanings for the coin machine trade. or other means of recognition had been given to the It is one of the prime factors in the wave of taxation trade, the acts of the federal government alone toward that began some years ago and continues to spread the trade would have served to put it in the national over the country in relation to coin machines. An in- limelight as one of the nation's prominent industries. dustry cannot grow to the place where it is recognized Thé future of the coin machine trade will be influenced as a part of American business and escape taxation. by federal laws and executive orders issued by the In the decade from 1932 to 1942 the industry grew various agencies. rapidly and became widely recognized as one of the Since it is now so definite that the coin machine new industries in the nation. It grew so fast and to trade is recognized as a small industry of national such an extent that it could no longer be hid. Thou- scope, the trade in its general planning should keep sands of coin machines cannot be placed in as many this in mind and try to capitalize on the more favorable thousands of locations and still be hid from those who aspects of its national recognition. Officials in the fed- have the power to tax and to regulate. This will be eral government contend that the trade will profit for still more true in the future and the trade must plan many years because of the recognition given to it. In for it. New locations will also appear and the placing most cases agencies have been very considerate of the of modern coin machines in them will make the trade industry, have listened to its pleas and have tempered more conspicuous than ever. their regulations to help the trade if they could do so. The coin machine trade in recent years has had Some of the standards set up by federal regulations volumes of publicity due to the wide recognition given should have a bearing on all future legislation. That to it by the country at large. In the late '30s most of is, if the coin machine industry itself has the initiative the publicity was devoted to pinball games, and then to take advantage of the federal laws and regulations the publicity trend shifted to juke boxes. Juke boxes and use them in influencing State and city laws. have remained in the spotlight since because of the In to capitalize on present recognition great importance given to music in time of war. order the of the trade, there are certain definite lines of action There are other general factors which also bring that should be planned. All future organizations with- attention to the coin machine trade and give it im- in the trade should capitalize on the recognition that portance as an industry. The existence of trade asso- has already been given to the trade and increase it. ciations within the industry serve to focus attention The industry is now widely recognized and cannot go upon it. These groups held meetings, sometimes an- backward. It must plan on improving its reputation nounced programs, sometimes co-operated in civic pro- in the future.

www.americanradiohistory.com 62 COIN MACHINES The Billboard April 22, 1944 CMI CALLS MEETING OF MFRS. "State of Industry" Is Topic Questions and Answers For Dinner Program April 26 On Interpreting the New Gottlieb announces old-fashioned get -together of trade Law association members, guests - open meeting, floorshow Slug to follow industry dinner In judging the merits of the new federal law on slugs, it can only be studied on the face of it, because there has not yet been time for CHICAGO, April 15. -The first general meeting of coin machine manu- any test cases to develop. facturers since Pearl Harbor has been called for Wednesday evening, April The law must be considered as a great victory in the long fight 26, by Coin Machine Industries, Inc., national association of coin machine against slugs and is especially a credit to the vending machine trade. manufacturers. Meeting will not be restricted to association members Neither the juke box trade nor the amusement games people have only; on the contrary, representatives from all firms who manufactured been so seriously faced with the slug evil as the vending machine coin machine products before the war Possibly type of machine has had some electrical con- have been invited. Primary purpose of trade. every the get -together is to review and discuss trivance to eliminate slugs if possible. in open forum the general conditions How Will New Law Affect future because it states an enforce- that confront the industry in the future. ment officer may issue a warning to "It will be an old -fashioned manufac- Secret Service Those Who Sell Checks? to slug sellers, and if the firm fails turers' get -together," stated Dave Gott- The first question to be asked about to heed that warning this may be evi- lieb, head of D. Gottlieb & Company. the new federal law was how it would dence of guilt in court. The coin ma- Affair will take place at Groetchen's Help affect distributors who display and chine trade will be greatly interested Restaurant, 3929 West Madison Avenue, Pledges sell the standard checks with holes in in one angle of this new law. It will Chicago, owned and operated by Richard them for use in slots and payout give enforcement officers power to Groetchen, secretary of CMI and head games? It will be assumed that such warn hardware and dime stores that of Groetchen Tool Company. Dinner will checks or tokens made for a definite in the. past years had displays of and be served at 6:30 followed by an open To Stop Slugs purpose and definitely marked for sold metal discs that were widely used meeting and a floorshow. that purpose can be displayed and for cheating coin machines. It would CHICAGO, April 15.-Enforcement of basis telephone appear that under the new law the State of Industry Report the new legislation which makes it a sold on the same that police officer could warn such a store, federal or and transit companies continue to sell A report will be made to members and offense to manufacture, sell their specially designed tokens or and if the store did not remove the guests of the association at the meeting display slugs or tokens with the knowl- displays and cease to sell such slugs may be used in metal checks. The question is certain on principal developments within the in- edge or intent that they to come up for interpretation later, then the store would be considered dustry during the past two years, accord- vending machines has already received guilty. This may prove an interesting Of Secret Service, maybe for a test case in some court. ing to Gottlieb. This report will include the attention the U. S. If such checks or tokens are banned angle on the new federal law in the such subjects as legislation, court de- it was revealed today by C. S. Darling, future in case some store should feel of National Automatic it would certainly affect the checks or cisions, government regulations, status of secretary the tokens sold for use in telephone boxes. called upon to test such a law. operators and distributors, and other Merchandising Association, who stated conditions affecting the trade. In other that he and Nathaniel Leverone conferred Will Law Stop Metal Must the Enforcement Officer words, it will be a general resume to with Frank J. Wilson, chief of the U. 8. bring the trade up to date. Secret Service, in Washington at his Stampings? be a Federal Officer? Since Pearl Harbor, Gottlieb indicated, request. One primary weakness in the law is the trade has depended heavily upon the Chief Wilson indicated that fullest co- something that cannot be prevented. Under the new law the enforcement news and information services of The officer need not be a federal efficer, operation would be given to enforcement Apparently it will not reach the "boys federal offense. Billboard to keep abreast of industry de- of the law and halting the manufacture in the machine shops" who make 'but the crime is a velopments and its outstanding contribu- of slugs to prevent losses to the coin metal stampings to cheat coin ma- tion to the war effort, and these high- machine industry. chines. It would be very difficult, What Types of Coin Machines lights of the past two years are to be indeed, to prove that such men manu- summarized at the meeting. Co-operation on the part of operators factured the metal stampings for use Are Covered by the Law? That the coin machine industry has' and other trade members has been re- in vending machines, and therein lies not projected itself prominently into the quested by the U. S. Secret Service, ac- a weakness of the law. In past years The law is intended to prevent use post -war picture is evidence that coin cording to Darling, in promptly reporting these metal stampings have been a of slugs in machines that actually machine firms have been devoting 100 usage and sources of slugs or tokens problem in industrial areas. However, vend merchandise or services. It may per cent of their facilities, time, energies found in coin -operated devices. coin chutes were improved to catch be applied to music machines on the and determination to helping win the types of slugs encountered, theory that they vend music. It is not Reports on such stampings. Fiber discs can also games and war, according to Gottlieb. He pointed number of slugs, type of machines in be cut in the same machine shopk, understood to apply to out that the coin machine industry, one which slugs are found and other perti- and they prove to be the most serious gaming devices. of the first to curtail its peacetime pro- nent information should be reported to type of slug. It would be extremely duction, has probably lagged far behind offices of the National Automatic Mer- difficult for the federal government to What Types of Slugs Are all others in matters of post -war promo. chandising Association, 120 South obtain convictions for making such (See CMI CALLS MEETING on page 78) La Salle Street, Chicago 3. slugs. However, the severity of the law Permissable Under the Law? should prove a strong deterent of any individual taking the risk of being The definition of the types of slugs proved guilty. The very severity of covered by the law is very broad, but great value as it is apparent that standard types of Y`.jl" the law may prove of tokens may still be made for use in ..«...:...... time goes on. telephones, turnstiles, fare boxes, and How Does Section B of the we would assume also in slot ma- chines and games. These tokens New Law Work? should have holes of definite size and Section B of the federal law is likely shape to prevent defrauding vending to prove the most interesting in the and service machines, however.

Parts Shortage Tracked to Door of Wisconsin Wonder

MADISON, Wis., April 15. -What hap- he obtained a radio operator's license and pens to workable parts in scrapped pin promptly set up ,his own short -wave radio games? Here, at last, Ls the answer: station, They are fashioned into gadgets un- Code Teacher dreamed of even by Rube Goldberg. Ray Bice, youthful member of the faculty The code -teaching machine, mainly at the University of Wisconsin, is the pinball with a dash of wrecked stoker, gadgeteer. What's more-they are help- operates something like a typewriter upon ing to win the war! which the naval student transcribes clocks, signals which come to him thru a head- Burglar alarms, "talkie" alarm mistake occurs a pinball mechanical instructors to teach code to set. When a some of the registering device chalks up the error naval training students, are before the student's eyes. Stiff wires more complicated apparatus constructed inspired typewriter FIRST SHIPMENT OF "VICTORY SMOKES" from Fairmore Music and from intricate and hard -to -get parts sal- from the pinball- overseas was started on make electrical contact with pools of Equipment Company of Reading, Pa., to Americans. vaged from pin games by Professor Bice, keys Cy Myers. mercury below the keyboard when its way when check for smokes was handed to agent for Liggett who, at the age of nine, trudged around does space repairing radio sets. are depressed. When the key struck Frank F. Engel, head of the music operating firm, uses newspaper La Crosse, Wis., not coincide with the signal sent -and to promote "Victory Smokes" fund from phonograph When he. was 13 he knocked off from and location placards school one day, went to St. Paul, where (See PARTS SHORTAGE on page 76) earnings.

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard COIN MACHINES 63 OPS MEET ORK LEADERS COINMEN YOU KNOW

tory manager of the Globe -Wernicke Eastern Flashes Company, Norwood, O. Leverone Not Superstitious Nathaniel Leverone holds office in a Central American Visitor business and civic organizations, and clubs, in addition to being chairman of P. K. Samuels, Bogota, Columbia, coin. the board of Automatic Canteen Com- man, is in the States on a buying tour pany of America, operators of vending which will cover many coin machine cen- machines. He is president of the Anti - ters before his return home. He con- Superstition League, nemesis of black ducts a distributing and jobbing busi- cats, ladders, 13's, Fridays, which he ness in the Central American city and helped to found in 1933. Lever - comes to the States regularly. one's office number is 13, his car license is 1313. And the only bad luck he has In Town had is in finding superstitious people Arthur Seegar, Ike Berger and Jack around him. Recently he had to walk Goldberg, owners and operators of the a half mile in white tie and tails thru Casino Amusements, Asbury Park, spent a downpour because a superstitious door- some time in town lining up additional man wouldn't park his car with the equipment for the coming season. ''hoodoo" license tag. of Cincinnati at More Heat Excuse Us, Please AUTOMATIC PHONOGRAPH OWNERS' ASSOCIATION The Billboard report on the arcade a meeting with Woody Herman, ork leader. Front: Sam Klayman, Ray Signer, Misses Ryan, Morgan and Olson, and spread in Woody Herman, orchestra leader; Charles Kantner, Paul Cohen, Mrs. Feese, of Block Marble Company, feature recently occupying a Sam Chester; ganged up on Harry Block demanding Life ended with the question: "Any ar- Jo Weinberger. Second row: William Fitzpatrick, Abe Villinsky, Phil Ostand, more heat. He got them not one, but guments?" Parry Katzanis, Lee J.Huber, Louis Lauch, Wilfred Fritz, Harry Hester. Third two electric heaters. Where was he able Perc Smith, "dean" of arcade men, row: William Kaufelt, Marty Rosenblum, Louis Foltzer, Jacque Flaugher, Charles to get the heaters? Well, he's not rises to remark with an explosive "YES!" talking. It seems that Smith and other Exhibit Supply Company officials had a major Company, following a minor reorgani- No Cigars zation, and are acting as Rock -Ola dis- Syracuse Firm Incorporates hand in getting said feature in print. ALBANY, N. Y., April 15. -The Hamil- Blame it on the war . . . not that it For one thing, they made most of the tributors for the territory. ton Machine Manufacturing Company, had anything to do with the birth of equipment featured, and had something s Inc., of Syracuse, has been incorporated Michael Jeffrey Lowy, April 12 at the to do with staging the scenes. Yet, even Auto City Candy Company, operating with the secretary of state, authorized Fitch Sanitarium, but because Papa Lowy with bifocals and a magnifying glass, a route of venders, is increasing its capi- to deal in amusement machines of all has no cigars to pass around. Pere couldn't find any mention of "Ex- talization to $100,000 common stock. kinds. Capital stock is set at 500 shares Lefkowitz. Wolcher Here hibit" in The Billboard story. Company Is headed by Ben of no par value. Directors and sub- scribers to the capital stock, each with Lou Wolcher came from San Francisco Gottlieb a Pre -View Fan Sheldon H. Hamilton, see George Ponser's new Woodrow McLennan, operating as the one share, are: to shooting Dave Gottlieb often enjoys a pre -view United Vendors, has opened an operating George A. Pappas and Vasilika A. Pappas, gallery. of pre -views in the recreation room of headquarters store in the north eta of all of Syracuse. Papers were filed by Fitz in Action his home which is fitted with a motion the city on John R Street. Charles B. Close, also of Syracuse. picture projector and seats about 100 per- John A. (Bally) Fitzgibbons, with more ever, sons. How does he get the film ahead fight in him than is now president of Balaban & Katz, et al? His brother of Jafco, Inc., manufacturer of tubular "Manny" an exec one of the coin wrappers. All the old- timers in the is with business will probably find his new of- major film producers. MAY-BELL»-i fices a place to swap yarns. "With a little luck," says Dave, "man- rTHE ufacturers may get to enjoy a preview 0 A Console for Your Better Locations treat CMI April 26. at the meeting Requiring fewer service calls than any machine on the market. 3 nickels and a quarter play . . . or 4 straight nickels. Here in Chicago For Full Details -Write New Bally CLUB BELLS, Comb. Free New SUN RAYS, Free Play, I Cincinnati Play and Payout. Re- Engineered. Only That Man Mangan $349.50 $179.50 % Under the heading of "Mangan's Mus- CINCINNATI, April 15. -First annua ings," Tide, news magazine of the adver- election and party for the Automatic Limited Stock. While They Last. Using business, devoted nearly a page Phonograph Owners' Association of Cin- 25% Deposit, Balance C. O. D. of its April 1 issue to the coin machine cinnati was held in the Cincinnati Club industry's one -man brainstorm and top- April 11. Results of the election were: PARTS FOR BALLY CAMES, Including Back Class for All Bally 1- Balls. flight public relations expert -James T. Sam Chester, Diamond Vending Machine Let us know your requirements. Mangan, director of advertising and war Company, re- elected president; Charles promotions at Mills Industries, Inc. McKinney, Ohio Specialty Company, re- The biographical feature pointed out elected vice -president; Charles Kanter, SAM MAY INDUSTRIES / that Ad Man Mangan's inexhaustible rep- Ace Sales Company, re- elected secretary - 2000 N. Oakley Ave. Humboldt 5497 Chicago 47, 111. ertoire of ideas "covers everything from treasurer, and the following trustees: telepathic advertising to ways of winning Sam Butler, Ray Bigner, Wesco Novelty \\ \ \ \ \\ \\\\\\\\\\ \\ \\\ \\ \ \ \ \ \ the war." Said Tide: Company; Jack Cavanaugh, Interstate \ "James T. Mangan has been something Novelty Company, and William Fitz- of a legend ever since he became adver- patrick, ESCALATOR BELTS tising manager in 1927 of Mills Novelty There was entertainment by Wally FOR ALL BALLY ONE BALL GAMES Company, well -known manufacturer of Bollinger and his orchestra, and prizes slot machines, juke boxes, coke venders were awarded. Elinor Batte, secretary in IN ANY and, lately, of airplane parts. At one the association office, won the War Bond time or another, he has written self -help donated by the Sicking Manufacturing QUANTITY books on the Dale Carnegie order, Company. Charles Kanter won an order evolved a plan to win the war thru ruth- for new hat donated by Sid's Record less, bond -selling 'commandos,' pre- Shop. Howard Males won the box of dicted the advent of advertising by shirts donated by Myer Sachs. The fol- HARRY MARCUS CO. thought transference and developed more lowing donated 50 new records each: morale -boosting schemes than he can Decca Record Company, Schuster Electric remember." Company, Columbia Record Company, Mangan started his career collaborat- Sam Klayman Record Company and LOCATION ing on movie scenarios for pioneer film Frank McNichols. These were awarded READY FOR to Mrs. Ganzmiller, Phil Ostand, Sam 2 8200.A Seeburg Phonographs $595.00 Each 1 Seeburg 3 Wire 5f, 10f, 23f Bar studios in Chicago, later wrote copy for 1 Colonial Remote Seeburg Phone, Boa s 25.00 Chicago advertising agencies and a large Chester, Jack Cavanaugh, Louis Foltzer, and 11 Wallmatio Si Boxes 710.00 2 Model 100 Wuelltzer Boxed 10.00 Each William Fitzpatrick, John Nicholas, Ray 1 Colonial Seeburg Phonograph 385.00 3 Skyfighters 345.00 Each jewelry firm before joining Mills. 8 320 Wu/litter Wall Boxes With 2 Big Game Consoles 65.00 Each Signer, Sain Butler and Ted Williams. Steppe, 125.00 2 Mills Vest Packet Slots 45.00 Each Why Bother With Planning? 18 Select Matto 30 Wire S-24 See- 1 Shoot Your Way To Tokyo, Like burg Boxes 5.00 Each New 289.00 'Post-war planning ?" pondered Meyer 28 E. GOVERNMENT ST. Gensburg this week while en route from MINT VENDING CO. PENSACOLA, FLA. shop to office at the humming Genco Detroit war plant. "Why fuss around with something like that? Just give us 30 days and some material and we'll build DETROIT, April 15. -M. K. Horner, the best game ever to come off our line." partner in Detroit Panoram, Inc., oper- ANOTHER WEEK "Have we any designs in mind -made ating the bulk of the Parorams any models - requested any materials for now on location in the Detroit area, experimental purposes? No, sir. Any- has gone into the army. His part - NEARER VICTORY! ner, Don Kennedy, remains in charge of thing we put together these days is . . HELP BRING IT ROSER -BYY MORE WAR BONDS shipped to Uncle Sam. But count us in the business, with George T. Haskin han- - the picture. We 'll be ready when the dling service calls. ahootin' is finished!" Max Lipin, head of Allied Music & k/-44.41, Joins Furniture Firm Sales Company, spent the week in New INTERNATIONAL MUTOSCOPE CORPORATION Morgan Buford, formerly associated York on a business trip, Penny Arcade Headquarters Since 1895. with Rock -Ola Manufacturing Corpora- Manufacturers of Photomatlo and Other Famous Coin Operated Equipment. tion in engineering and plant manage- Harry and Moils Goldman are con- 44 -01 ELEVENTH STREET LONG ISLAND CITY, NEW YORK ment capacities, has been appointed fac- tinuing to operate the Motor City Music

www.americanradiohistory.com 64 COIN MACHINES The Billboard April 22, 1944

specifically state they must adhere to the MACHINES FOR SALE Vet's "Hayes formula" that governs produc- All in A -1 Condition Plan, Better Pix, Service tions of all major film firms. Films must also be produced with full regard for WURLITZER PHONOGRAPHS School Revenue standards of decency and shall be accept- Each and From Ads able 2 New 24 Victory Models $475.00 to censorship boards. Contract also 2 24 Victory Models (Used) 400.00 holds producer liable for damages in- 10 No. 618 99.50 Spotlight Soundies Post-War Plans curred as result of any film failing to 2 No 71 149.50 1 No. 41 124.50 obtain censors' okeh. 1 No 51 179.50 Before any Soundies film is released to 1 No, 412 80.00 operators, is Tomorrow it first sent out to censorship ROGKOLA Glimpse of boards in Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, 10 Commandos (Write for Prices) Another in the series of discussions Virginia, Maryland, Kansas, Chicago and 20 Supers (Write for Prices) Kansas City the boards there are. 1 Spectra Box $275.00 devoted to post -war planning in the -all 1 Monarch 125.00 coin machine industry, If these boards demand any changes, they are made before film is released to SE E BU R G operators; but should the film fail to 1 Seeburg Vogue $350.00 CHICAGO, April 15. well- rounded post -war pass any of the boards, it is then 1 Royal 189.50 -A set of objectives has 10 Rockola Wall Boxes 85.00 been set up by the Soundies Distributing Corporation of America here scrapped. All posters and other adver- 5 Bar Boxes 35,00 to help make movie machine operations more profitable. Firm, while a tising matter aimed to help promote play 6 Keeney Wall Boxes (Used 2 Days) 4.00 on the machines is also 10' 6¢, 101 & 25S Wall Boxes, Wurlluer 35,00 subsidiary of Mills Industries, operates independently and is primarily in- submitted for All Kinds of Speakers .... (Write for Prices) terested in the production censorship before being released. "Since and distribution of films to movie machine op- '70 per cent of the movie machines in ARCADE erators. It also has set up some model opérations in several areas that operation are located in States where 3 Badly King Pins $325.00 don't conflict with established operators, however, in order to learn more censorship 1 Ace Bomber 400.00 laws apply, it is only natural 1 Sky Fighter 875.00 about operators' problems and to gain experience necessary to improve that films acceptable in these areas are 1 Tommy Gun 210.00 both quality of firm's film output and the efficiency of its distribution the same that go out to operators in 1 Keeney Air Raider 285.00 1 Shoot Your Way To Tokyo 300.00 system. other parts of the country," Ulcigan 1 Hit the Jae 159.50 Veteran's Plan pointed out. 1 Chicken Sam 126.00 2 Rockoda World Series 110.00 Front and center in Soundies' post -war tion to continue in business. He can Serviceman School 1 Western Baseball 110.00 2 plans is a carefully formulated plan prove for himself whether or not he is SkeeBall -Etta 119.50 suited for this type of business. Veterans Objective number three in the organ- 4 Evans Ten Strike 89.50 which will enable veterans of World War ization's planning is the operation of a 1 Scientific Basket Ball 125,00 II to establish themselves as operators of who qualify with the necessary experi- 2 Torn Mix Guns 49,50 ence, personality, integrity, mechanical servicemen's and operators' school, a 1 Keeney Aircraft 89.50 movie machines, according to George P. project which Ralph McNamara, assist- 1 Bally Alley aptitude and ability will be given all 69.60 Ulcigan, general manager of the organ- ant treasurer, has developed in connec- 2 Texas Lead 44.60 ization. '1We, at Soundies, are fully aware possible assistance in establishing a busi- 4 Keeney Submarine 225.00 on a basis tion with model operations which the of the thousands of men who will be ness sound and profitable In company is establishing. BLOTS returning to civilian life to face the available territories." Each discouraging realities of unemployment. The purpose of the Soundies training 2 Bally Slots, 54 & 254 (tike New) .$149.50 High Quality Pictures program is to develop a standard oper- 1 Mills Lee Head, 3.5 Payout 89.50 Our plan goes further than simply offer.. 2 Mills Mint Venders (Like New) 89.50 ing employment to American servicemen. The second major objective of the firm ating policy to set the requirements of 2 Vest Pockets 49.50 all territories and eliminate the present 50 Yanks 6.00 Instead it enables qualified veterans to is to continue to produce better pictures. 10 Cent- a-Pack 4.00' establish themselves in a business of "Success of Panoram operations hinges differences in location percentages, rota- 5 American Eagles 7.60 tion schedules, record keeping systems, 20 Imps 8.00 their own. directly on the quality of the pictures "The Soundies plan calls for practically in the machines. Nothing will help the etc. Firm also plans to produce an ed- PINBALLB industry more top pictures and, ucational picture to train operators and no cash investment. Equipment will he than servicemen. This 10 Keep Em 4 Sluggers $39.50 placed at the disposal of the veteran on inversely, nothing can harm more than will be distributed to Flying ....$189.50 2 Seven Up 49.50 a rental basis which provides for films that are bad technically or make operators so that they can show it on 8 Yanks 99.50 1 Congo 49.50 a Panoram machines and 1 Toplo 1 Bally8upreme use of off -color material," Ulcigan de- train their serv- 89.50 24.50 nominal weekly payment for the use of icemen in own 4 Victory 89.60 1 High Stepper 79.50 Panoram machines and film. It also clared. "In order to obtain the services their office. 1 Mystic 89.50 1 Home Run . 34.50 must be 1 Monicker 89.50 4 Do Re MI 59.50 grants the veteran an option to purchase of the best talent, films kept Extra Advertising Revenue 2 Four Aces 119.50 1 Ten Spot 69.50 the equipment at an equitable pre- clean because no star is going to risk his 4 West Winds 79.50 1 Baker's De- popularity by being part of a produc- Another step in post -war planning at 1 Bosco 69.50 tense 47.50 determined price. The rentals paid in 1 Spot Pool 49.50 i Ten Strike 24.50 may be applied against the purchase tion that's in bad taste." the Chicago headquarters of Soundies is 5 ABC Bowlers 59.50' 3 Miami Beach 59.50 price, and attractive terms are provided In detailing Soundies film policy, the consideration of providing local and 5 O'Boy . 24.50 2 Jungles 65.00 national advertising films for use on all 21941 Majors. 49.50 1 Bolaway 80.00 for payment of the balance. Ulcigan pointed out that the firm's con- 4 Polo .. , 39.50 2 Band Wagon 55.00 "The ex- serviceman is under no obliga- tracts with all independent producers Panoram machines. According to Ulcigan, 5 Venus 79.50 2 High Hats . 55.00 surveys have already been made to de- 1 Tex. Mustang 79.50 2 Cross Line 55.00 termine the number of people who daily Send One -Half Depast In Certified Check. view these machines. Altho the number Will Ship Balance 0. 0. D. of machines manufactured before the war Want To Buy 500, 600, 700, 800, 760, 850 Hidden Machines Don't Pay - - -- limits this audience so that it may not and 960. Send Best Price In First Letter. be deemed profitable to use them for commercial advertising at this time, Shown in Bottler Survey Ulcigan points out that space on Soundies F. & W. Amusement Co. programs in the future will represent a 34 N. Cedar St. COOKEVILLE, TENN. powerful advertising medium. Day Phone 125-Night Phone 352 -W CHICAGO, April 15.-How many coin Other Tips The firm has already acquired facilities machines are located near the telephone Survey also revealed many other points with which to produce advertising films booths in drugstores? of interest to the trade. For instance, and is now working on a plan for oper- Probably far too many venders and the best place to place a stand in a store ator participation. games have been relegated to this spot is in the line of store traffic. Same goes According to Ulcigan, both sound mov- which, on the basis of an. interesting for a vender or pin game. "Avoid the ing pictures and silent slides will be used. % Wanted for Cash 1 survey, is the poorest place in the store extreme front or rear of the store," it's He believes that the cost of the slides, to attract customers. The prescription pointed out. "Imagine that everyone which will be exhibited on the screen department is the second -worst spot for entering the store stepped in black paint between regular Soundies selections, can making impulse sales in a drugstore -and and tracked it thru the store. Store be held to a figure which even local ad- 1 1 most transactions made by coin- operated traffic would be heaviest where the black vertisers with limited budgets can easily Skeeballs and games and venders are impulse sales. footmarks were thickest. Get your stand afford. Machines located near the soda foun- along this imaginary thick black line." Ulcigan explained that the "idle" time tain, however, ought to really click be- The best way to get the spot you want, of Panoram machines exceeds playing 1 cause seven people visit the soda foun- it is revealed, is to pick it out and ask time by almost nine to one. It is this Phonographs, tain for every person going to the pre- for it, selling the store owner on the fact idle time plus the attention getting d scription department in the average that the profit margin is greater on power of moving pictures that opens a - - American drugstore. The second best beverage sales and he's cutting his own wide field for commercial advertising on FOR SALE location, in terms of store traffic, would income by not "letting you put the stand movie machines. He estirhates that a con- be the tobacco counter. on that spot," the survey shows. stant flow of commercial films and an- 1 LONGACRE $550.00 0 These and other pertinent observations, Other points cited are: That traffic is nouncements might increase the cash 4 2 PIMLICOS 425.00 which coin machine operators should heaviest on right side of the store and playing time as much as 25 per cent in 0, 2 SPORT SPECIALS 134.50 find valuable, were established in a sur- that right -hand locations out -sold lef t- average locations. In other words, adver- tising films will not only provide an im- PA 2 1941 DERBYS 349.50 vey conducted by a large national soft hand spots 1.86 times; that the heart drink company. Purpose of the survey, of the store is the cash register and the portant new source of revenue to oper- results of which were published in Na- service counter, for there's where cus- ators, but will serve to increase the cash 5 CLUB TROPHIES 335.00 tional Carbonator and Bottler, was to tomer traffic is heaviest; and that stands collections from mbvie machines. determine just how to get the most out must be moved around until the best 9 RECORD TIMES 149.50 of merchandising floor stands which dis- spot is found. Selectivity? 3 1.2.3's, 1941, Revamped, play bottled beverages. The location Regarding selectivity for Panoram ma- Self- Service Here To Stay with Plastic Bumpers 125.00 0$ study actually produced interesting and chines, Ulcigan stated that this feature effective information for boosting the "Self- service is going to play a big had always been the aim of manufactur- ar 1 SAME, 1939 Model 49.50 t part in beverage selling," the survey sales volume of merchandising machines ers, and predicted that it would arrive 1 PANORAM SOLOVUE 385.00 and even games. In fact, most of the concludes, "a greater part than it played arguments given for demanding proper before the war. The floor stand is going shortly after the war. Ulcigan declared Have 100 Latest Type p display of floor stands apply even more to be part of your sales force. A few that a combination of selective movie fully to vending machines. years ago it became apparent that self - 5 -Ball Free Play Games service was more than a trend. It had machine and phonograph would be the ideal and complete answer for movie c Balance Coinmen May Take Issue come to stay. Not because it made things /1/2 Deposit With Order, / easier for dealers; not because the large machine operators. /C. O. D.; All Prices F. O. B. Reporting on the study, Robert Mendte says the floor stand represents display chains wanted it. It came to stay because When the selective movie machine is Detroit. the consumer liked the idea. He wanted / projected to its most perfect form. Coin - finally introduced, or one carrying more men may take issue with this, since the to look around for himself." 0 S & W COIN coin- operated machine claims distinction Had this paragraph been written to than eight pictures to the reel, the Soundies organization will be prepared to IA MACHINE EXCHANGE in this respect. Again, the writer, in wind up a vending machine article in- outlining point -of -sale influences, gives stead of one in behalf of floor stands, it service them, Ulcigan said, in pointing 2416 Grand River Ave. / the floor stand credit for actually mak- couldn't be more apropos; for it is the out that continued research work by the Detroit 1, Mich. ing the sale., But the coin machine goes convenience, display value and point-of- Soundies has developed many improve- / farther than this: It pockets the money purchase merchandising that cashes in Phone CLifford 1956. instead of asking the merchant to ring on "impulse sales" that makes trie post- ments, including machine design, film it up on the cash register. war future of vending machines so rosy. hañ(iling, processing, etc.

www.americanradiohistory.com 65 April 22, 1944 The Billboard COIN MACHINES in 1942. This increase 1I 000,000 pounds 1 111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111I Mfrs. Top was due primarily to the great demand Candy for confections by the armed forces. The industry could have produced 21 1942 Production per cent more candy in 1943 than it did 111011E lUllI%E 1IEYIEWTS in 1942, or some 700,000,000 pounds, if By 64,000,000 Lbs. there had been no wartime restrictions Ill 11111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111 due to a shortage of ingredients such as WASHINGTON, April 15.-While vend- agri- (written by play Ration Blues. sugar, chocolate, milk and other Assembled and released by Soundies Jordan), ing machine operators had their troubles cultural products. ,Distributing Corporation of America, Inc. Setting is a bandstand, decorated with Release date March 20. ration books. (Soundies.) getting sufficient supplies of candy dur- ing 1943, confectionery manufacturers Ration Tobacco Program 1158 Assembled and released by Soundies candy Greeks Inc. produced 64,000,000 pounds more WASHINGTON.-Tobacco ration cards In Pin Ups on Parade, LEE BENNETT, Distributing Corporation of America, Depart- of his col- date April 3. In 1943 than In '42, according to have been introduced in Greece, Europe's as a soldier, sings and dreams Release country. Until lection of pin-up girls (THE DREAM ment of Commerce figures. largest tobacco producing during the Program 1160 The report said the confectionery in- the cards are printed, cigarettes will be DOLLS), who come to life is played by THE dream. (Soundies.) My Heart Tells Me dustry produced 2,600,000,000 pounds of handed out on the basis of food ration some THREE SUNS, an excellent trio playing candy in 1943 as compared with 2,536,- cards. This Is Romance, song popular and accordion. Vocals by years ago, is sung by LEE BENNETT. organ, guitar and a the organist. (Soundies.) CORINNE and TITO VALDEZ HIS DING DOLL chorus of six girls dance. (R.C.M.) RED STANLEY AND THE STAR - DOLLIES, all -girl ork, play and sing WILL PAY CASH FOR GARRY STEVENS and by the 5 -BALL FREE PLAY and CHARLIE SPIVAK'S Big Man From the South. Vocals PHONOGRAPHS DUSTERS sing orchestra, and - dancing by STANLEY. STARS ORCHESTRA plays Papa Nicolini. Song is ROCK -OLA WURLITZER SUNBEAM shifting Bandstand setting. (Gould.) SUPERS, MASTERS 500 WEST WIND about a cobbler, with scenes is something a bit from a bandstand to Nicolini's shoe re- Three -in -One Revue STANDARDS 600 - 750E DO RE MI are also five feminine different in the way of entertainment. DELUXES 800 - 850 DOUBLE PLAY pair shop. There HIS MARIO- WE HIGHEST PRICES! bootblacks. (Minoco reissue.) Stars FRANK PARIS AND Send us your list fer quick action! PAY .1.1e,S. are three separate mari- Minstrel Memories stars BILLY Mc- NEI There which plays a onettes, "Bikey Mike," "Fannie and Her 5 -BALL FREE PLAY CAMES DONALD'S ORCHESTRA Fan" and "Sir Rollin D. Bones," a jiving Yacht Club $26.00 Paradise ..., $42.50 Wildfire $49.50 medley of Stephen Foster's best -known Double Feature 24.50 Sport Parade 44.50 4 Roses 49.50 skeleton. (Minoco reissue.) Broadcast 32.50 Flicker 44.50 Sea Hawk ..... 54.50 tunes, including Jeannie With the Light 59.50 WINGY MANONE AND HIS BAND play Big Chief . 37.50 Bandwagon .. 44.50 Ten Spot Oh Susannah, Old Folks at Leader 49.00 Snappy 59.50 Brown Hair, My Sugar in Salt Lake City, with Sparky ... . 39.50 ... Home and others. There's a five -girl I Lost Repeaters 39.50 Majors '41 49.50 Spot Pool . 69.50 girl vocalist. CAROLYN GRAY doing the vocals. Band- Strataliner ...... 42.50 Horoscope 49.50 Texas Mustang 69.50 chorus and an unidentified background. (R.C.M.) (Gould.) stand ARCADE EQUIPMENT Sleepytime Gal shows singer DAVID Chi Coin Hockey ...$210.00 Ex. Fist Striker $150.00 Gott. Skeeballette ...$85.00 DAVID BROOKS, who just closed at 79.00 BROOKS bidding his girl good night. Air Raider . 285.00 West. Baseball ABT Flre & Smoke .. 27.50 the Drake's Camellia House, Chicago, Keeney West. Del-. Baseball. 125.00 Scene shifts to a cottage after they're Keeney Submarine . . 220.00 Pikes Peak 19.50 sings What Do You Do in the Infantry? Batting Practice . 129.50 married. (Soundies.) Bally Rapid Fin ... 225.00 Keeney Tex. Leaguer . 44.50 Gott. Triple Grip 18.50 Setting is a barracks, with the soldiers the mournful ditty returning from a hike. Includes shots ART DIXON sings TOKEN PAYOUT COUNTER CAMES I Wish I Died in My Cradle. His romance American Eagle ....$12.50 Liberty, 54 512.50 Ace, 14 $7.50 of the infantry in action. (Soundies.) 12 50 is dead and he wishes he hadn't lived so Mercury ..... Daval 21 10.00 Ace, 54 . 7.50 Girl From Amarillo is a humorous song. Ginger 12..60 I HIS RHYTHM long, too. (Soundies.) RED STANLEY AND a Little Garden is a timely plug CONSOLES perform against a ranch house Plant Jumbo PO, LateHd. $129.50 Keeney Kentucky Gallop. Dominos ...$100.00 MISSES for gardens, sung by THE SONG Club $116.00 Victory Record 188.00 Blue Gras, 1 -Ball . . 195.00 setting. SPINNERS. Dance routine by one of the Time Sport Page, 1 -Ball P.O. 86.00 CAROL DEXTER and WARREN HULL 25 LINCOLN LOW BOY SCCALES, $34.50 EA Don't Wanna, another old gals. (Soundies reissue.) appear in She Pianist MEADE (LUX) LEWIS and Curved Glass for Evans Ten Strike $2.76 include the girl's apart- Laval Marvelous Cleaner for Pin Ball Games and Phonographe. Gal 2.00 tune. Settings singer DUDLEY DICKERSON combine ment, a park and the home of a justice 1/3 Deposit, Balance O. O. D., F. O. B. Chicago. reissue.) talents on Roll 'Em, a boogie number. of the peace. (Minoco LEWIS gets in some hot playing, but his BACK THE ATTACK WITH WAR BONDS! Who's Been Eating My Porridge ?, sung match his pace. to the accompaniment of colleague is unable to by IDA JAMES (Gould.) EXCHANGE the KING COLE TRIO, is about a gtrl NATIONAL COIN MACHINE singer and 64661 CHICAGO who has come 'between the -13 DIVERSEY BLVD. (Phone: BUCkingharn her love. (R.C.M.) 1411 Assembled and released by Soundies Tax Calendar PARTS FOR MILLS SLOTS Distributing Corporation of America, Inc. Handles. 27. May Clock Gears -Reel Strips- Reward Cards -Tubes, 25e Size, Club Release date March 10% Discount in Lots of 25 or More. Program 1159 Large Gears Complete with Brackets and Springs $3.00 .55 AL TRACE'S ORCHESTRA plays and ALABAMA: 10.-Tobacco use tax and Reel Strips, 3 -5 or 1 Cherry Payout. Per Set TRACE sings (in an unusually weird reports due. 20. -Sales tax and reports Reward Cards, 2 -5 or 3 -5 .15 form of double -talk) Lucky Polka. THE Payout Tubes, 25c Size (Without Cover/ 1.75 due. Club Handles, Painted and Chromed 4.50 LUCKY GIRLS (6) dance. Tyrolean cos- COLORADO: 14. -Sales tax and re- 7.50 (Soundies.) Payout Disc, 1 Cherry Payout. Per Set tuming; night club setting. ports due. Use tax and reports due. Large Gear Comp. with Brackets tr Springs for Jennings Slots 4.25 To Lead a Band is sung by I Want CONNECTICUT: 10.- Cigarette dis- We Have All Types of Springs and Other Parts for Mills Slots. GENE AUSTIN and DORIS SHERRELL, tributors' inventory reports due. the latter an attractive burnette with a GEORGIA: 10.- Tobacco wholesale peppy style. (Gould.) dealers' reports due. SICKING, INC. 1401 CENTRAL PARKWAY, CINCINNATI, O. Jittarumba shows what happens when ILLINOIS: 15.- Cigarette tax returns jive is mixed with the rumba. GINGER due. Sales tax and reports due. HARMON and HARRY BARRIS are fea- KANSAS : 15.- Compensating tax and tured, and there is a dance chorus of 12. reports due. 20. -Sales tax and reports RED, WHITE AND BLUE TICKETS (R.C.M. reissue.) due. AND MACHINE COUNTED -NO SEWING! WINGY MANONE AND HIS BAND play LOUISIANA: 1.-Wholesalers' tobacco MACHINE FOLDED -TAPED Deacon Jones. Vocals are by Manone and reports due. 15.-Wholesalers' and retail- 2170 TICKETS - $36.15n050 three ork members. Bandstand setting. ers' tobacco tax reports due. 20. -New Per A C In Cross (R.C.M.) Orleans sales and use tax and reports due. Set 7 J Lots That's What I Like About Swing State sales and use tax and reports due. 25c extra per set in dozen lots -less than doz. $2.45 per set. (Corn), is played by FREDDIE FISHER MASSACHUSETTS: 15.- Cigarette dis- 25 % Deposit, Balance C. O. D. AND HIS SCHNICKELFRITZ BAND, with tributors' tax and reports due. 1200 N. Kedzie Ave. DORIS SHERRELL helping out on the MICHIGAN: 15.-Sales tax and reports VARIETY SALES Chicago 51, III. vocals. Hillbilly costuming; setting is a due. Use tax and reports due. country tavern. (R.C.M.) MISSISSIPPI: 15.- Manufacturers', dis- THE FOUR GUARDSMEN, male quar- tributors' and wholesalers' tobacco tax tet, and ROBERTA LEE sing Buy a Swell reports due. Sales tax and reports due. Time for a Dime. They wear chefs' cos- Use tax and reports due. WE WILL BUY tumes and dispense hot dogs. (Gould.) MISSOURI: 15.- Retail sales tax and Exhibit Sunbeam, Double Play, West Wind, Do Re MI at $50.00 each. Stan at $45.00. There's a Tavern in the Town, with re- reports due. 31. --Soft drinks reports and Also need Knockout, Air Circus and any late Pin Games and Consoles. is by CLARENCE Will Pay $325.00 for Seeburg Envoy, R. C.: $250.00 for Classic, $100.00 for Rex, $200.00 for vamped lyrics, sung payments due. Rockola DeLuxe, $220.00 for Rockola Master. Send us your list. NORDSTROM. He's going to end it all NEW MEXICO: 25.-Use or compen- but changes his mind before the reel sating tax and reports due. TIIOMPSON MUSIC COMPANY ends. Tavern setting. (Minoco reissue.) NORTH CAROLINA : 10.- Tobacco 3214 McCLURE AVENUE, PITTSBURGH 12, PA. PHONE: LINDEN 8157. LOUIS JORDAN AND HIS TYMPANY dealers' monthly reports due. 15. -Sales FIVE, who have recorded this number tax and reports due. Use tax and reports due. NORTH DAKOTA: Cigarette reports MACHINES-SAFES-RECORDS 1.- Wuriltzer Victory Model 42 Phonograph, 1 Mills 25e Cherry Beil, Knelt Action, WILL BUY due. 500 Keyboard, Perfect $475.00 C.H., Etc. $275.00 OHIO: 15.-Cigarette use tax and re- 7 Seeburg Walles -Matic Metal Covers 28.50 Plastic Sheets, 40x35, All Colors 10.00 Ex -Ray American Eagle Gig. Mchs 10.00 ports due. 4 Wurlitzer Model 120 Wall Boxes, Like 2000 Used Records, Perfect Both Sides, ANY QUANTITY OKLAHOMA: 15. -Sales tax and re- New 29.50 sst. Ea. .10 ports due. 20. -Use tax and reports due. 4 Brackets for 120 Boxes. Ea. 2.50 2000 Used Record,., Good One Side 2 Mills Jumbo Parades, C.P. 89.50 Only, Ea. .05 : EXHIBIT RHODE ISLAND 10.-Tobacco prod- 1 Bally Rapid Fire 175.00 Roll- Around Heavy Duty Double Safes. Ea. 195.00 ucts' tax reports due. Gun TENNESSEE: 10.- Cigarette distribu- KENYON COMPANY, 108 High Ave., Canton, Ohio MERRY-GO-ROUND, WINGS, tors' reports due. UTAH: 15.-Sales tax and returns due. SHORT STOP, LANDSLIDE, DUPLEX, Use tax and returns due. Buy while the Price War is on. Minimum order $25.00, WASHINGTON : 15.- Compensating tax SALESBOARDS: LONE STAR, LEADER, PYLON and reports due. Sales tax and reports Order from this ad. Name No. Per Takes Mbxlmum due. Sales tax and reports due. Holes Sale In Profit Each Write or Phone WEST VIRGINIA: 15. -Sales tax and Victory Cigarette Boards 432 2t S 8.84 5 4.04 334 reports due. Victory Dollar Game 432 5t 21.60 8.60 334 Victory Jackpot Charley Jr. 462 54 21.60 9.70 63t WISCONSIN: 10.-Tobacco products Victory Jackpot Charley 432 254 108.00 38.00 830 Mach. Co. returns due. Monarch Coin WYOMING: 15.-Sales tax and reports TEXAS WHOLESALE NOVELTY HOUSE P. TEXAS 1545 N. Fairfield CHICAGO 22 due. Use tax and reports due. O. BOX 4186 DALLAS.

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MUSIC MACHINES 66 The Billboard April 22, 1944 WAXING IS EVERYBODY'S BIZ

Indie War - Baby Recorders Record Labels A-1 Commodore Liberty Apollo Continental Musicraf t Asch Decca Odeon Missing Beacon De Luxe Okeh Supply Production Black & White Dix Premier Bluebird Exclusive Savoy Bluenote Feature Scandinavia Brunswick Harmonia Seva For Jukes and Disk Retailers Capitol Hit Signature Columbia Keynote Standard Comet Langworth Victor Ban -Blessed Platters Peacetime Question Mark These are the labels that are available to retail dealers and Juke operators thruout the li. S. Many are well known. However, some are new. The names and addresses of the recordingcompanies owning them (Continued from page 12) by key distributors who advance dough may be obtained by writing The Billboard, 1564 Broadway, New York and lirdited their use to themselves, it for the disks even before they are pressed. 19, N. Y. might put a sudden end to all competi- Allotment Unchanged tion until someone doughed a factory of his own. The big boys say that the percentage of records allotted to the jukes hasn't Howevere, with the knowledge of this, changed much in the last couple of years. two of the newer waxers have already That's practically an admission that they Phono Assn. contracted for their own presses. Feature, can't or won't supply the boxes, since Ohio Owners' WOR's label, and the Lion label of Jack demand in this branch of the biz has Robbins, head of Robbins- Feist- Miller, more than quadrupled since the war. will be covered in the event some major Of all the Indies, Capitol Records has - closes a smart deal in Jersey or Penn- managed to get somewhat of a foothold, Holds All Day Conclave sylvania. according to the trade. It is the opinion It is generally agreed that the public of some that Capitol copies the methods now is not too particular about quality of one of the major three, and that it Five hundred attend fifth annual banquet records, -either in the record (durability, etc.) has set up sound and probably lasting - or in the production. The Indies say that business methods. Its chances of survival, taxes and national association prospects discussed at a hot tune and a good ork and vocalist it is believed, are pretty good. afternoon business sessions Philadelphia will sell records that are not the gems Because of the use of a new twist, - and Detroit of perfection. They point out that home others, such as Keynote, may stay in delegates attend consumers of disks don't even know how business tho others fail. Keynote has, to care for records -or what needles to since its inception, catered to a definite use to protect the platter or bring out strata of music lovers, hot jazzophiles By WALTER W. HURD its best qualities. And since the general who probably will still be a solid market public patronizes the juke boxes, the when the heat's turned on. Others, such CLEVELAND, April 15.- Several wounded servicemen from many same goes, it's claimed, for the disks sup- as Feature Records, Classic Records, etc., battle areas were honored guests at the Fifth Annual Banquet of the Ohio plied to the nickel machines. are reported to be making department State Phonograph Owners' Association, held store and other chain tie -ups that will at the Allerton Hotel here, Biggies Poo -Poo help guarantee their existence. April 13. The wounded soldiers were given two standing ovations by the The three big recorders poo -poo the While it is true that none of the new 500 guests that made this an outstanding banquet in the history of the idea that operators or dealers will buy firms are making much of an impact on association. Four army officers and a records that are inferior when they can the public, it is not impossible that some lieutenant commander of the navy were get the best names. They claim the little of their names may become household Ph also guests. The presence of these men guys can't hope to compete on peacetime words if the ban continues for another hilly Mayor Lays made the banquet a city affair rather quality, variety, distribution, selling, ad- six months or a year. Couple this with than just a gala occasion for the trade vertising or discounts. The Indies don't the fact that the band leaders are be- Plans for City's association. The Cleveland chapter of give even the 2 per cent to which the coming increasingly impatient. They feel the Ohio association took care of the trade is accustomed. They may feel their keenly the loss of publicity that juke and this group has a record for span is short and want to make the most box and disk jockey play gives them. nTeen,-Age -Age Clubs conducting affairs that rank with the of it. The big three feel that when it Some are threatening to jump their PHILADELPHIA, April 15.- Tentative best for any type of organization. comes to direct competition the others traces, break their contracts and record plans for the groundwork of a city- Business Meetings won't have the chance of a snowball in for any outfit that will distribute the wide system of teen -age clubs were out- The delegates from the various chap- August. They say the indie business has disks. Action of this nature would cer- lined last week by Mayor Bernard Samuel ters met at the association headquarters been a pushover so far, that they're tainly add flavor to the seething brew. at a meeting with youth- conscious citi- in the forenoon to discuss many business trading on a peculiar situation and that If more music pubs go into the record zens and agencies at the Funfield Recrea- topics in a closed session. The meeting they were able to roll up into a snowman biz as they stoutly maintain they will, tion Center. Among the 80 attending lasted longer than usual because there of considerable size, but come an uphill tying up the promising new band leaders; was Jack Cade, business manager of the were a good many questions to be con- fight -they'll melt away. if the talent agencies hang out disk signs Philadelphia Music Machine Operators' sidered. The top- played tunas still come from (making recording an imperative part of Association, which has endorsed the city's their booking contracts), and if new In the afternoon, an open meeting was the presses of the big three, but it's the teen -age club program. At present there held at which invited guests were pres- Indies that keep the rest of the slots waxing firms continue to mushroom, the are only 11 teen -age clubs in the city outcome is anybody's guess. and ent. The attendance of the Ohio opera- filled. One wholesaler, who distributes the association has had a hand in tors was less than usual because of the 100,000 records a month to coin machines, Had Edison known what would happen organizing or sponsoring most of them. to his innocent- appearing little phono- Mayor length of the forenoon session, but the rations his Decca, Victor and Columbia Samuel characterized the teen- presence of a delegation of music opera- disks and makes the ops take a certain graph, the wizard of Menlo Park might age club system as an attempt to create have become the Hermit of East Siberia. tors from Detroit, and also from Phila- number of the smallies. The distributor diversion and entertainment to fill delphia, added much to the discussions does this not only because of the limited youth's needs for companionship and activity. of the afternoon. Practically all of the number of platters available, but because It marked the first time that local chapters in Ohio were also repre- of deals and added discounts he can a city official here has come out in favor sented or delegates. make with some of the Indies. Frequently What Do Ops Want of the teen -age clubs. by one more these Indies are actually under -written "It will be your duty," Mayor Samuel Record Comments InPost- WarPhonos? addressed the meeting, "to assist this When the afternoon session was youth movement in its organization and called to order, the chairman announced also during its operation. It is not your three general topics for discussion so Raid? Texan Has Her Say duty to direct it or interfere in any way that speakers could be guided by general with the boys and girls of teen -age, who questions. These topics were records, NEW YORK, April 15.-A police will carry on the work. In a few short taxes and the prospect for a national car backed up to the curb front- STEPHENVILLE, Tex., April 15.- Inter- years these saine boys and girls will be association. Distributors representing ing Meyer Parkoff's Atlantic Dis- changeable parts, easy -to- service mech- called upon to take over the reins of our three record manufacturers were present tributing Company showroom and anisms and three new models every two national, State and municipal govern- and each was called upon to make what- several policemen stepped down years are a few of the things that comely ments, and this experience in self -ruled ever statements he could about the sit- and walked into the store. A few Jimmy Jones, cowgirl operator who does organizations will point toward that ob- uation. Operators were especially anx- minutes later the uniformed of- business under the Jones Coin Machine jective." ious to hear some news about increased ficers of the law were loading Company label here, would like to see supplies of records and also improvement juke boxes into the car. Raid? in post -war phonographs. City Offers 43 Buildings quality. Manufacturers The mayor pointed out in The word spread like wildfire should put out new that the pro- The record dealers said they not along 10th Avenue and coinmen models once every two years, according posed program is to go far beyond the could to Jones. Two of should be floor - city's existing recreational program. Of- make any promises now of increased came a- running. Raid? Not at all. these quantities because labor shortage was The Automatic Amusement Ma- type machines; one, a large, impressive ficials offered the use of 43 recreation looking machine for buildings thruout the city for the setting the real problem. All agreed that in- chine Operators' Association had the larger locations; creased allotments of shellac would donated three juke boxes to the the other, a smaller and lighter box for up of teen -age clubs. It is hoped to have smaller cafes, drugstores, etc. The third the first of the clubs in operation by greatly help if there was sufficient labor, New York Police Department and available. The record men would not to make sure the machines were model should be a small, compact, roll- May 1. away box for hidden commit themselves about post -war pros- in good working order had sent locations. pects, except that they expect the quan- them over to Atlantic for a thora "All machines should have the same mechanism, amplifier, tity and quality of records to be just overhauling. The police, grateful etc.," she states, would have easy access to all parts. An- what the operators want. for the equipment, had their own "so that parts would be interchangeable. other important point is that a cover truck make the pick -up. The rollaway job would be best in a corn - should be placed over the amplifier if it Tax Discussion pact metal cabinet with all four sides is placed beneath the changer mechan- Discussions of taxes proposed by cities and top removable so that servicemen (See What Do Ops Want on page 71) (See Ohio Phono`-.`ners' on page 72)

www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard MUSIC MACHINES 67 Cab. Tax Boosts Patronage of Balto POPULAR RECORD RELEASES Phono Locations (Continued from page 18) 'SOLVE! BALTIMORE, April 15. -The 30 per Going My Way Bing Crosby (John Scott cent cabaret tax is causing no headaches Trotter Ork) .... Decca 18597 most Your `gar -Time for music operators here. In fact Tampa Red ....Bluebird 34 -071 1 music men feel that night club patronage It Ain't Fur It Is shifting to the taverns and restaurants. I'll Get By Ink Spots Decca 18579 Needle Problem Play on music machines in liquor loca- Lonesome Road Blues Slim Tex Continental 3013 tions is holding up well, operators state, altho preponderance of opinion is that Long Ago and Far Away Jan Garber (Bob takes have not appreciably increased. Davis) Feature 1002 with One bright spot in the local music Look Who's Ta:kin' Ted Daffan's Texans (Leon Ls of record picture the improvement Okeh 6719 supplies, especially of hillbilly disks Seago) which go well with war workers here. Mop! Mop! Louis Jordan and His While ops are pulling for another Pistol Tympany Five .... Decca 8659 HERI4JNT) Packin' Mama, the current favorites are getting a satisfactory play, as are reissues Pedro From Chile Charles Wolcott .... Decca 23318 favorites. Garber (Gwen of former pop People Will Say We're in Love Jan COIN PHONO NEEDLES Shortages of tubes, heads and other Davies) Feature 1002 replacement parts are termed the biggest headache. Tube situation is the worst, Rock and Rye Polka The Jitterettes (Donald The Curve Shape with operators scouring all available Musette Ork) .Continental 3015 sources of supply. Even operators and Decca 8658 distributors, who up to now were well So Good Bea Booze Is Easy on stocked, are beginning to feel the pinch. Some Day I'll Meet You Again .... Ink Spots Decca 18579 Some operators are using rubber in their Roan Cowboy Rogers Your Records! head replacements and report It more Strawberry durable than other available materials. Continental 3013 * Takes up shock of record harder to obtain, but the Bing Crosby (Williams Brothers' changing, turntable wob- Other parts are Swinging on a Star ma- trade here is constantly overcoming such Quartet) and John Scott Trotter ble, dancing around obstacles in its determination to keep chine, etc. every available machine in constant use. Ork) Decca 18597 Hit 7086 * Weight of tone arm is Swinging on a Star Cray Rains taken up by deflection of The Day After Forever Gray Rains Hit 7086 point. Modern Music Sales the Song There's a Star -Spangled Banner Way- Dick Haymes and noise better Distributor Decca 18560 * Less surface - WOR Feature ing Somewhere Spinners reproduction because of NEW YORK, April 15.-Modern Music The Swoon Song Sula's Musette Ork (Don Baker) the curve. Bales, a subsidiary of Modern Vending Continental 1 142 Company, has been appointed exclusive GENUINE ELECTRONIUM distributor for the States of New York, These Young Men in Blue Bea Booze Decca 8658 New Jersey and Connecticut for the new Tico -Tico Charles Wolcott .... Decca 23318 ALLOY TIP Feature record label pressed and released Make I'm Gone Tampa Red ....Bluebird 34 -071 1 Lasts Longer Than Any Other by the WOR Recording Studios. Nat You Gonna Miss Me When Cohn, Modern president. also advises You'll Regret It Some Day Singin' Sam Beacon 7150 For the Name of Your Distributor that until additional territories are as- Wolf's Polka Sula's Musette Ork (Don Baker) Write signed his firm will distribute WOR rec- Continental 1142 ords nationally. Cohn is also handling local distribution of the Aeropoint AERO NEEDLE COMPANY Needle. 208 East Erie Street inally mated with Lost in Love. The POP. ALBUM REVIEWS label, incidentally, is in an enviable po- Chicago Il, Illinois (Continued from page 19) sition in proportion to the song's build- ing in popularity circles in that Teddy * WE WILL PAY particularly for Embraceable You, But Wilson also recorded the tune for Co- Not for Me, Bidin' My Time and 1 Got lumbia and Jack Jenny offered it up on Rhythm, all familiars and all getting a Vocalion disk. Mated side is James's $550 FOR 750 E's and $575 FOR at own riff- ridden jump opus, Flatbush grandiose orchestral accompaniment Flanagan, originally coupled with I Never the command of Georgie Stoll's stick. A You. An instrumental 850's; F. O. B. BALTIMORE. Purposely Hurt male quintet is also on the vocal as- all the way, the jump -inspiring compo- FOR SALE a solid sist with Leo Diamond's Harmonica sition finds the ensemble in Brand -new "Singing Towers," factory re- groove with solo flashes cut in by the factory recon- Quintet added for the Bidin' My Time horn and the tenor sax. conditioned "Streamliners," maestro's ditioned "Hi- Boys." Write for prices. ballad. Mickey Rooney, a far bettter Both re- issues stack up as strong sides for drummer than a singer, adds more to the the music machines. The revived "I'll Get pic- appeal of ps' kage By," having the advantage of the motion SOUTHERN MUSIC merchandising the brings back Dick Haymes for Ts hardly ture tie, also than to the actual spinning. And "Flatbush Flanagan" is a SALES COMPANY for Could You Use Me ?, which the vocal. tolerable bright and breezy jump dish that spins just 727 Poydras St. New Orleans 12, La. 140 W. MT. ROYAL AVE. and just side he shares with Miss Judy, -age fans. gets by with the more suitable bad -boy right for the teen lyrics for Treat Me Rough. In all, the album, as a Girl Crazy show -case, leaves WE STILL PURCHASE much to be desired, even in the singing of Miss Garland, who pitches her voice and style to a screen audience and not for the intimacy of a disk audience in the home. Even Decca has done better SCRAP FOR CASH with Gershwin music in several early al- bums containing most of these selec- PERMO POINT Solid shellac records only. We pay tions. This album, with all due respect appeal, leaves the The choice of the freight. Advise us what you have. to its merchandising listener with an empty feeling. coin phonograph operators everywhere J. F. BARD HARRY JAMES (Columbia) "I'll Get By" -FT; VC. "Flatbush Flanagan" 414 S. Wells St. Chicago -FT. Making a strong bid for return to pop- ular favor, I'll Get By should derive further stimulation in the re -issue of Harry James's original interpretation of A. M. I. WIRED MUSIC the yesteryear hit ballad. For added to the side, it's The satin- smooth, precision Ten -Piece Complete Unit for Sale measure to call attention the singing of Dick Haymes for the ground Permometal tip on Easy Terms lyrical expressions. Applying to it a WOLF SALES COMPANY bright rhythmic beat, with the tempo Pernto Point Needles insures set at a moderate pace, Haymes starts kindness to records, more 1932 Broadway, Denver 2, Colorado the spinning with the string section and the maestro's muted trumpet sharing a plays from each disc. second stanza. The warbler picks it up again for the last half of another chorus the side, which was orig- RECORD DISCS to carry out For 61. 71 and all other Wurlitzer Counter Models. reconditioned. I will make your old as when new and WANTED discs the same dimensions Used Phonograph Records, any quantity. Advise guarantee them to give satisfaction. Price $7.50 and Avenue, Chicago 26 for set of 12, or $6.00 a set in lots 5. Quantity price. PERMO, Incorporated 64i5 Ravenswood HUGO JOERIS BIRMINGHAM VENDING COMPANY 3203 Jackson St. AMARILLO, TEXAS 2117 Third Ave., No. Birmingham 3, Ala.

i www.americanradiohistory.com VENDING WORLD 68 The Billboard April 22, 1944 TOKEN TAKE ALARMS OPERATORS 235 Op Reports Show Token No Equip. Problem OPA Sets Ceilings on For Mass. Cig Ops; Book Matches WASHINGTON, April 15.- Dollar and cent ceiling prices on both manufacturer Collections Soar to 4,891 Eyes on Post-War and retail sales of book matches with non -commercial designs on the cover have been established by the Office of BOSTON, April 15.-ALtho the number Price Administration here. Exempted Jamming of machines and delivery of merchandise of coin- operated cigarette 'vending ma- from the order are designs especially reach alarming proportions NAMA recommends chines in Massachusetts has been con- imprinted for commercial purposes. - siderably reduced since the beginning of Manufacturers' prices are $3.60 per case gone -inch token size, withdrawal of midget chips the war, operators in this territory are except in the West Coast area, where struggling with a greatly increased $3.75 is the price per case. . volume of business, hampered by labor Ceiling on independent retail stores CHICAGO, April 15.-Trouble and losses caused by nuisance -sized and material shortages. is 14 cents per caddy of 50 books, while ration tokens have reached serious proportions in the coin machine in- According to Walter Guild, managing chains and super- market ceiling is 13 dustry as 235 reports from vending machine operators reveal 4,891 blue director of the Cigarette Merchandisers' cents per caddy or two for 25 cents. and red tokens found in their vending machines for the period ending Association of Massachusetts, between ,,...... - April 8. This number of tokens was distributed among only 1,888 vending 9,000 and 10,000 machines were in use machines. With an estimated 3,000,000 penny vending machines in in this area directly before the war. With AI RECONDITIONED operation, 1941 the advent of gas rationing and other War BULK VENDORS based on a survey, emergencies, the number of machines some idea of the staggering losses was reduced by the closings of gasoline NORTHWESTERN operators will experience volume Standard 10 Merchandiser $ 8.00 from the of tokens found in vending stations and roadside stands. About 9 Standard 1.50 Merchandiser 9.50 midget tokens in the future is ob- machines and the trouble they are 2,500 machines were withdrawn from Model 39 ( New) 9.15 Mosel 39 7.00 tained, particularly if they remain causing and will continue to cause operation almost immediately. But at IModel 39 Bell (New) 10.95 in circulation after they no longer coinmen, C. S. Darling, secretary of least 500 were returned to operation thru Model 33 Ball Gum Vendor 6.50 installations in war plants Model 33 5.75 have any food values. the National Automatic Merchandis- thruout the Model 93 (Porcelain) 6.75 If it were simply a matter of find- ing Association, said: "We are con- State. At the present time there are / Junior (New) g Model 4Ó ing tokens in their machines, opera- tinuing a vigorous fight against the more than enough machines to fill all 6.ÓÓ new food tokens locations asked for, but post -war de- COLUMBUS tors might prize these fiber "coins" and are hopeful of velopments will pose many a problem. /Model 38 "Tri-Mer' $25.00 highly, since 4,891 red tokens, for a successful outcome. Our associa- Model 39 "Bi -Mor" 17.50 tion hopes Post -War Problems Model "M" with Vite Grip Locks 8.50 instance, would authorize the pur- to obtain action for with- Model "B," 50 6.00 chase of a quarter of a ton of choice drawal from circulation of these tok- Because of the ease with which soldiers Model 34 Ball Gum 6.50 steak. ens before their effect becomes even have been able to get cigarettes, the sirlóih But the tokens jam post -war demand will undoubtedly be VICTOR machines, occasioning additional more disastrous." /Model "V" (New) § 8.50 tremendously increased, Just as it was Tap per (New) 7.95 service calls and reduce machine Ask One -Inch Tokens after the last war. Many returning from Topper (Poro., 8.95 earning time, not to mention the ir- Darling pointed out that OPA has the fronts will be interested in vending Universal8 4.50 ritation caused to would -be patrons requested the industry's recom- machine routes. Very likely the number SILVER KING machines Sliver Kings (New) $ 7.50 of the venders. On top of all that, mendations as to size of a new token of in operation will increase Prize King -Bail Gum (New) 7.50 the tokens frequently cause the to be substituted for the nuisance- enormously. Prize King 5.00 venders to "pay" in gum, confec- sized token. The association intends For one thing, there probably will be MISCELLANEOUS VENDORS tions and nut meats. to recommend many new manufacturers entering the Lucky Boy Ball Gum S 4.50 a token which is one business. Competition will be sharper. Champion Ball Gum 3.75 3 -Way Survey Made inch in diameter unless operators Robbins Duo, 2 Comp- (New) 12.50 or "That is one of the many reasons," he Master 10 Novelty 6.50 A three -way survey being con - members find some objection to this said, "why we are maintaining strong as- Jennings In -a-Bag 9.00 size. 10 Hot Peanut Vendor 6.00 dticted by The Billboard, the Na- sociation here. We must be able to meet Vu -Chu Ball Gum 3.75 tional Automatic Merchandising As- It is important that operators con- all problems as they come up." Snacks, 3 Comp. with Stand 12.50 tinue to make full reports Variety Shop. 5 Comp. with Stand 12.50 sociation and Northwestern Corpora- either to Another post -war possibility forseen by Ideals, 10 Peanut Vendor 4.00 The Billboard or to the NAMA of- Guild is the electrically operated ma- tion, also reveals that there have A -1 RECONDITIONED REEL been 1996 instances reported where fices, 120 South LaSalle Street, Chi- chine, which will pose problems of wiring cago. This information is submitted and the compliance with State and GAMES ration tokens caused vending ma- Wings (5 Reef, Cig, Symbols) $ 9.95 chines to deliver merchandise. to OPA officials in Washington to municipal safety laws. Pok -o -Reel (Poker Symbols) 9.95 prove the extent of losses KIls (Blackjack Symbols) 9,95 The total number of machines and Yankee (Comb. Fruit & C(g. Symbols) 9.96 troubles being experienced by op- Imps (Cigaret Symbols) 5.95 jammed by the tokens up to April erators. Imps (Fruit Symbols) 5.95 8 was reported as 626, occasioning Cubs (Sig, Symbols) 5.95 Case of 6 Imps or Cubs 30.00 serious losses of operator servicing OPA vs. Mars, Inc. Marvels, 10 Token Payout 12.50 time and machine earning Kentucky Bill Proposes American Eagles, 10 Token 12.50 time. Mercury, 10 Token (Cig. Symbols) 12.50 A total of 1888 vending machines Cigarette Tax Boost Re -Trial Set for Tots, 10 Token Payout 12.50 If 50 play Is desired co, Reel Games are reported to have contained one FRANKFORT, Ky., April 15.-- Cigarette please specify. or more of the tokens. vending operators are watching progress K. C. Federal Ct. A -1 RECONDITIONED NOVELTY The above figures are based upon of proposed bill introduced in the gen- GAMES a total of 235 reports received from eral assembly which would hike the State KANSAS CITY, Mo., April 15.-The Of- B ingos $12.50 levy fice of Price Administration and Mars, Criss Cross 10.00 Vending machine operators thruout on cigarettes from two to four cents Master Penny Back 17.50 the country. on 15-cent brands and from one to two Inc., Chicago candy manufacturing firm, 495 cents on 10 -cent brands. will clash in court here for the second Slap tthheJaps, 10 (New) 7.95 Commenting upon the alarming April 24. Defense (New) 7.95 Under the proposal, 90 per cent of the time Judge Charles J. Vogel, Kloker & Catchers 25.00 money collected would be earmarked for of Bismarck, N. D., will preside over the Pikes Peaks 19.50 a service bonus and 10 per cent would Federal Court trial. 3 -Way Grip Scab 19.50 go into the State administrative fund. In the first trial, OPA charged that POSTAGE STAMP VENDORS MARBLES Cigarette tax revenues, Shipman De Luxe, 10 and 30 $25.00 meanwhile, col- the candy firm had reduced the size of Roll Type 10 and Glass, Agate, assorted colors, work per- lected by the State continued an up- bars in violation of pricing regulations. (New), 30 65.00 fect in Ball Gum Machines. ward trend during February, amounting A Jury returned a verdict in favor of the SLOT MACHINES Average 12,000 to case, $15.75. Full to $212,623.16 this year, as OPA MIIIs 50 War Eagles, 2/4 $125.00 cash with order, F. O. B. factory. compared to corporation. has obtained a retrial Mills 50 Wolf Head, 2/4 90.00 $188,293.16 netted during the same on the ground that the trial judge failed Watling Roll Type, 5f, 315 100.00 / e e e month last year. Jury. Jennings 4 Star, 50, 3/5 150.00 to give proper instructions to the Jennings 4 Star, 250, 3/5 225.00 VENDING MACHINE CHARMS ACCESSORIES Fine assortment, good selection all cut, CIGARETTE AND CANDY MACHINES Spanish Peanuts, 30 Lb. Ctn. $ 8.30 no strings, limited supply, packed 10 Aces High -In Quality and Value -The Very Best in Reconditioned Jumbo Salted Peanuts, 30 Lb. CKrr 7.80 gross to carton, $9.00 per carton. Full Equipment That Can Be Bought Today! Single Vendor Stands 2.50 cash with order, Parcel Post Paid. Wall Brackets .75 I Glass Globes 1.25 DuGRENIER "W" MODEL Double Machine Stands 3.50 9 Col. Super Streamline $57.50 Each 10 Coin Counters 1.25 TORR,,-.f;I; In Lots of 5 or More Machines 55.00 Each 1.50 Coin Counters 1,25 NHILA.. NA., DuGrenier "S" Models, 7 Cols. 30.00 Each All machines are completely In Lots of 5 or More Machines 27.50 Each checked, reconditioned and care- Above Machines Completely Rebuilt and fully packed before shipment is Refinished Like New! made. Parts Available for "S" and V E N I G "W" 1/3 deposit required with La CIGARETTE MA CINNHD ES ALL MAKES AND MODELS OF order. Rai. C. O. D. Full U- Need-a-Pak 6 Co'. C1ga- Only payment must accompany ili.171 rolls Machines with Floor 50 CIGARETTE AND CANDY MACHINES Std. As illustrated. Capacity J L Attractive in Appearance -Mechanically Perfect - all orders under $10.00. 170 packs, Slug proof. 15e JL Large Selection of New and Used Vendors in or _00 Models. In good condition. Guar- Ready for Locations. Stock. Send for Complete List. anteed. Terms: 3t with order, balance 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. O. D. C. O, P. write for complete list ac Gigs. netts, Peanut do 50 Candy Bar Machines. COMPLETE STOCK OF U- NEED-A -PAK PARTS AVAILABLE Mirrors for All Makes and Models . RAKE COIN MACHINE EXCHANGE 140 ASTOR ST. UNEEDA VENDING SERVICE, 195 Ave. O, Brooklyn 4, N. Y. 2014 Market Street ASCO NEWARK 5, N. J. PHILADELPHIA ri 3, PA.

www.americanradiohistory.com ARCADE NEWS April 22, 1944 The Billboard 69 Traveling Arcade Ops Anticipate Big Season CHICAGO, April 15.- Loading 100 to Rio Grande Valley. S. A. (Bill) Kerr, 150 pieces of arcade equipment every Sat- after several seasons off the road, is back urday night and pushing on to a new lo- again with his arcade on the John H. cation a hundred or two hundred miles Marks Shows which opened April 3 In distant doesn't appeal to most arcade op- Richmond, Va. erators, but the intrepid arcade men who travel from Coast to Coast with the na- West Coast Arcades tion's leading carnivals are preparing for On the West Coast traveling arcades the biggest season in years -if the are also getting ready for the outdoor weatherman is on their side. season. Already on the road since Jan- Many of the arcades have already hit uary is the Crafts Shows, which owns and the road and others are getting equip- operates its own arcade. Charlie Al- ment in shape for bow -in dates in the bright has equipment on both the.Foley next few weeks. Arcade of Bertha Mc- & Burk and the West Coast Victory Daniels is again one of the features on Shows, which bowed about the first of the Johnny J: Jones Exposition this sea- March and is well along on its route by son. Show has been on the road for three now. Another successful West Coast weeks, already having played Augusta, traveling arcade operator is Elmer Hans- Ga., and Charleston and Florence, S. C. corn. Two years ago his arcade was on Charles Shepard is readying his equip- the Arthur show and last year he ment for the opening of the Royal Ameri- switched to the Frock & Meyer Combined can Shows' tour at Evansville, Ind., April Shows that played nearly all winter on a 26, and Dick Johns is preparing for the corner lot near South Gate, Calif. May bow of the Gooding Greater Shows Hanscom still has his equipment in the in Ohio. barn but will take it out as soon as the Walter King has his Penny Arcade on weather warms up. the Happyland Shows which opened April West Coast operators are especially en- 1 in Dearborn, Mich. Down 'Texas -way thusiastic over business prospects this Ada Bishop is running the arcade on season since the lifting of dim -out re- the Arcade Shows now playing Freer, strictions will permit them to flash up Tex., after a successful winter in the their fronts more attractively than last year. Biggest money- makers last year on West Coast traveling arcades, accord- ing to Hanscom, were Western Baseball and Photomatics. BETTER speed means savings ARCADE MACHINES The best example of the close tie be- tween outdoor show business and the FOR SALE coin machine business is the traveling ar- cade operator. To be successful he must 1 Chicago Shoot the lap $150.00 possess all the knowledge from the coin 2 Scientific Batting Practice, Ea 105.00 machine side of the fence plus the love for business means DIREX 1 Evans Tommy Gun 150.00 of "keeping on the move" and the flair BEST so vital to success on ORDER NOW 1 Exhibit Bowling 80.00 for showmanship 3 Ten Strikes, Ea. 50.00 the midway. 2 World Series, Ea 70.00 During the past two years some out- GRANT PHOTO PRODUCTS, INC, door operators have forsaken the road to 1 -Ette 50.00 Skee Ball POSITYPE DIVISION CLEVELAND 7, OHIO 135.00 duck transportation headaches. Instead 2 K. 0. Fighters, Ea. they've set up permanent installations 2 Scientific Skee lumps, Ea. 100.00 in resort and war- worker areas. But 2 Keeney Anticraft, Ea. 70.00 there's no known cure for "itchy feet" 70.00 1 Muto. Hurdle Hop (the desire to keep moving) -so it's only 1 Baker Sky Pilot 150.00 a matter of time before the stay -putters 2 Bally Allies, Ea, 50.00 will be on the road again. Meanwhile

1 Ex. Motor Racer 100.00 those who've hit the trail this year are looking forward to the type of business 1 Hockey 215.00 Chicago this season that will make whatever 2 Seeburg Hockeys, Ea. 75.00 troubles encountered seem more than 2 Exhibit Bicycles, Ea. 100.00 worth while. 125.00 GLAMOUR GIRL-1 FOR Sc-{ARD VENDOR 1 Chicken Sam 1 Bally Rapid Fire 215.00 ACCURATE -SIMPLE-STURDY CONSTRUCTION 10 Gottlieb 3 Way Grips, Ea 16.00 10 Scientific X -Ray Poker 85.00 15 int. Mutoscope Reel Picture Ma- WANTED MECHANIC 29 chines with Reels and ;lands, Ea. 35.00 Better Roovers Pre -War Tape, Per Lb 2.00 for Arcade in Niagara Falls, N. Y. DIFFERENT Order NOW References required. State experi- Any Supplies MUTOSCOPE You Need: BISON NOVELTY CO. ence, top salary. Permanent position NOVELTY year around. 628 MONTGOMERY ST. CARD GRANDMOTHER SYRACUSE 3, N. Y. PREDICTION CARDS. PLAYLAND SERIES LOVE LETTERS, 28 Falls Street, Niagara Falls, N. Y. AVAILABLE PALMISTRY LETTERS, FOR THIS HOROSCOPE CARDS DINTY MOORE MACHINE WIZARD PEN CARDS, ETC., ETC. HAS FOR SALE FOR ARCADES AND OPERATORS SEND FOR 1 Photomatic Photo Machine, STEREOSCOPIC Late Model $1000.00 The best Rayolite Gun of them all. COMPLETE ra."114% Alleys, VIEWS, VIEW -A -SCOPE 2 Wurlitzer Skee Ball money maker. Write 15 Ft. 150.00 A real for LIBRARY FILMS, ETC. 2 Skeeballette Bowling Ma- photograph and prices. (Counter Model Only) chines, Each 50.00 2 Ten Strikes, Each 45.00 Whiciever 3 Series of Mutoscope Cards PUNCHING BAGS 5 Chicken Sams, Each 100.00 you choose to sell through this Vendor, AND ACCESSORIES. 1 Jennings Roll in Barrel 100.00 BISON NOVELTY CO. 1 Mutoscope Lift -O -Graph displays 628 Montgomery St. simply insert the corresponding With Monkey 175.00 (SUPPLIED FREE) in the machine as pic- SEND FOR 2 Knock Out Fighters (2) Syracuse 3, N. Y. CATALOGUE Men, Each 100.00 tured above and yoJ have one of the 2 Exhibit Rotary Mdse. Push, AND PRICES - Each 100.00 most profitable "Silent- Salesmen" Muto- 25 Buckley Diggers, Each 75.00 scopes ever sold! ONLY A FEW LEFT! 1 Mutoscope Bang Away, Girl, Cost $300.00 150.00 FOR SALE Deal No. 1 -1 Vendor, with 1,000 each All- American Glorified 1 Deluxe Western Baseball 100.00 Glamour Girl and Yankee Doodle Girl Cards. Vendor cost only $60! 1 Set 6 Cockeyed Circus 250.00 1 FREE bring in $75 selling at 2 for 5c. 1 World Series Ball Came 75.00 DIRECT POSITIVE HAND 3,000 Cards 1 Electric Musk Box With 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. O. D., F. O. B. Long Island City, N. Y. Rolls 75.00 SEND FOR LIST OF NEW AND FACTORY RECONDITIONED PENNY ARCADE 25 Counter Machines, Each 25.00 OPERATED CAMERA EQUIPMENT -STILL AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY. 20 Card Venders, Each 15.00 Photomaton Mechanism - Photo Size 1 I/2 x2 - Beautiful Booth. INTERNATIONAL MUTOSCOPE CORPORATION DINTY MOORE RABKIN, Pres. BOX 582 WM. 502 CHAPPERAL STREET Pvnny Arad. H..dquartr. alnee 1895. Care The Billboard, 1564 Broadway Mawreatum. of Pt,otomatlo irk Other Famous Ooin Operated Equipment. CHRISTI, TEXAS CORPUS New York 19, N. Y. 44-01 ELEVENTH STREET LONG ISLAND CITY 1. NEW YORK

1 www.americanradiohistory.com AMUSEMENT MACHINES 70 The Billboard April 22, 1944 LOCAL OPERATORS PREFERRED Covington, Ky., Strives To Restrict Business to Residents

Amended ordinance lifts pin game fee but requires operators to have lived in city for two years -seen as part of much discussed national trend to regulate new businesses in post -war period

COVINGTON, Ky., April 15.-The city commissioners here recently amended its occupational license ordinance to make some important changes in the regulations governing coin machines. The amendments quadrupled the tax on juke boxes and removed the fee on pinball machines, and also stipulated that those who operate coin machines, especially juke PERSONNEL OF NEWLY FORMED Dallas headquarters of United Amuse- boxes, must have lived in the city for two ment Company, snapped in front of building previously occupied by George years. Prock Cy Company. New firm has branches at Houston and San Antonio fol- There is considerable discussion in of- vent "outside interests" from operating lowing merger of firms headed by Prock, K. F. Wilkinson, San Antonio, and ficial circles as to whether the new li- machines in the city. One city official Horton and Williams, Houston. All heads of firms involved in the merger cense plan would have repercussions explained that the reason for removing will remain active. later. It follows in a long train of politi- the pinball license was to give the city cal events which had their reaction on better control over their installation and coin machines being operated here. The operation. Another official said there city manager explained that the reason were about 150 pinball games operating Bombs Wreck Home, for the residency requirement was to pre- in the city which had been brought in Odd -Penny Drink Prices after slots had been removed from loca- tions. May Bring SOS on Coins Office of British Biz Regulation Trend NEW YORK, April 15.-It will Coinman in Service -Going Fast ! The requirement of residence in the take 412,000,000 pennies thruout ORDER NOW city in order to operate coin machines the country to handle liquor and CHICAGO, April 15.- "Hymie" Seener, puts Covington (second largest city in other alcoholic beverage sales as one of London's leading coin machine Wurf. 600R $295.00 the State) in the class of cities and States a result of odd -penny prices, distributors before the war, is serving in Wurl. Victory Model '42, 600 495.00 that are hoping to regulate entry into Joseph Maguire, president of the the British combat forces somewhere out- Wurl. 616, Comp. Lite -Up 137.50 certain types of business. This is a trend United Restaurant and Liquor side of England, Wurl. 500 350.00 that is likely to increase during the next Dealers' of Manhattan, told OPA according to a let.. Wurl. 600 KB 320.00 two or three years. Some notable experi- officials here. ter received by Wurl. 24 195.00 ments have been made in the past by cer- Maguire made the statement Genco Manufac- Wurl. 61, Counter Model 74.50 tain cities about setting up requirements when he asked OPA regional ad- turing & Sales for those who would own or operate coin Company. The let- Seeburg 8800, ES 515.00 ministrator Daniel P. Wooley to machines within the city limits. The consider other proposals as a way ter also contained Seeburg 8800, ESRC 575.00 most notable of these in recent years a photograph of Seeburg Vogue 295.00 out of "an impossible situation" was that of Miami, when the city ordi- resulting from the new excise Seener, which re- Seeburg Casino, Acme Remodeled 265.00 nance was passed which would grant li- taxes which recently went into flects long service Seeburg Rex 200.00 censes for operating Juke boxes on the effect. with the British Seeburg Gem 245.00 basis of one machine for each 265 people armed forces. Rock -Ola Commando 535.00 in the city. The Miami plan had some Formerly a dis- Mills Empress 265.00 scientific basis in the background and tributor for Genco, may eventually become a basic idea for national trend that is `being widely dis- Mills, Chicago Shoot the Chutes 120.00 cities in deciding the number of business cussed behind the scenes in high gov- Chicken Sam 120.00 Coin and Groet. enterprises that may be set up within the ernment circles and also in many lines chen Tool Corn - Bally Defender 275.00 city. of business. A reason for this discussion pany, Seener is 1/3 Dep., Bal. C.O.D., F.O.B. N. Y. The new Covington license follows a is the prospect of a general shuffle at well known to plan that has been tried in a number of the end of the war of individuals and "HYMIE" SEENER Chicago manufac- WHOLESALE ONLY! cities where officials said there was a firms trying to get into new lines of turers, having definite need to prevent too many op- business, with the result that some visited this country several times, the last DAVE LOWY erators coming into a city and crowding trades will be over -crowded to a certain time in 1938. He enlisted shortly after out local men who were in the business. extent. Germany invaded Poland. 594 10TH AVENUE, NEW YORK CITY Part of National Movement A few weeks ago it was announced that The building formerly occupied by Longaere 5 -9495 recent WPB officials had discussed with busi- Seener's sales organization was destroyed These local trends in relation to ness men the idea of a regulation which by bombs in the Nazi blitz of London, coin machines are merely a part of a would prevent any firm, particularly as was his beautiful residence, according manufacturing plants, from entering a to Meyer Gensburg, who has received new field for a short period after the end many letters from Seener since the war of the war. This plan was soon discarded, began. Even the bomb -proof shelter SPECIAL OFFER but its reactions may be felt in many which Seener had constructed at the rear cities where local officials feel that cer- of his London home was destroyed by SLOTS SLOTS tain trades may be over- crowded due to Bells $299.50 5e Watling Roll -a -Tops 3 -5 $79.50 German bombs. Se Chrome a rush after the war to get into them. Gensburg expressed the hope which is 5e Blue Fronts 159.50 10e Watling Roll -a -Tops 3 -5 109.50 shared by fellow coinmen that the end 10e Blue Fronts 189.50 Such Plans in Minority 25c Watling Roll -a -Tops 3 -5 139.50 of hostilities will enable Seener to rebuild 5e Bonus Bell 219.50 A survey of the hundreds of city ordi- his coin machine business in London and 25c Jennings 4 -Star 219.50 5c War Eagles Rebuilt 3 -5. 119.50 nances that have been passed in recent recoup his overwhelming losses. Silver Chief . 174.50 years, 5c Jennings SLOT SAFES -HEAVY regulating and taxing coin ma- 10c Jennings Silver Chief . 199.50 chines, shows that a very small percent- Palmantier & Stark Novelty Heavies age, possibly not more than 10 per 25c Jennings Silver Chief . 279.50 cent, WANTED TO BUY Bell . 179.50 Single Pull Out $100.00 have set up special requirements which 5c Jennings Club .. would limit the number of men . Double Pull Out 200.00 that Any Quantity of 25e Jennings Club Bell .. 279.50 ... could enter the business, or require local 5 -10 -25c Jennings Triplex ..124.50 Triple Pull Out 250.00. residence for a certain period of time. STONER TURF CHAMPS 5e Pace Comets 74.50 Double Roll Around. 225.00 Memphis recently passed an ordinance MILLS 1939 -'40 1.2.3's 10e Pace Comets 99.50 Triple Roll Around. 275.00 which set up a police permit system in AND MILLS Sc VEST POCKET SLOTS 25c Pace Comets 119.50 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. O. D. addition to the regular city tax on coin 1702 MACK AVE. machines. The permit system applied to Write, Advising Quantity, Condition and the juke boxes and was upheld by the Best Price. Cash Waiting. Advance Digger Co. DAYTON 4, OHIO Tennessee Supreme Court. The effect of BOX D -202 the Memphis permit system has been to The Billboard CINCINNATI 1, OHIO give the police full power to decide on who and how many people will be granted permits to place machines. Thus the SHOP MECHANICS permit system becomes a permanent plan FOR SALE! For repair and reoonditionning department of Seeburg distributor. Mu.,t be thoroughly experienced on to regulate entry into a local business. NATIONAL Seeburg wireless and other music, capable of overhauling and trouble shooting and must fully 4 SKEE BALL ALLEYS Wall Boxes, With SO Balls. understand Amplifiers, eta. Also Pin Balls, Consoles, etc. Can use only good men who These plans are much in the minority The alleys are In use now and In perfect really know this equipment. Excellent salary, permanent connection and real opportunity now and condition. after war. Write fully, of also age, marital and draft at present, but the discussion in national the giving details experience; status, etc. circles of how to prevent a wild rush Size -4 ft. by 36 ft. long. into various lines of business after the Price $1,000. For All, F. 0. B. Syracuse. THE GENERAL VENDING SERVICE COMPANY MURRY D. SANDOW 306 NORTH GAY STREET, BALTIMORE 2, MARYLAND Phone: PLaza 0011 war is something that may keep agitating 825 So. this subject all over the land. Warren St. SYRACUSE. N. Y

11 www.americanradiohistory.com April 22, 1944 The Billboard AMUSEMENT MACHINES 71 PERFORMANCE 4- Over 75,000 New Giving Information Corner anal Legal for án Trouble -Free Sensati 395 eeryicel PERISCOPE Request. Tax, Legal Information FACTORY REBUILT SLOT MACHINES Gold Q.T., 54 $135.00 Se . Glitter Free to Trade Members Vest Pocket, Blue se Bally Bell, 5¢ & $250.00 Bally Bell, 5¢ & 25e. 375,00 Glitter Gold Q,T , IMP Gold, 5¢ .S 54.50 New, 5¢ 89.50 To the Editor: Vest Pocket, Blue á Jenn. Club Bell, 5¢ . 275.00 B RAND I would greatly appreciate your send- Gold, 1¢ .. 39.50 Jens. Club Bell, 10 -f. 295.00 Blue Q.T., Nickel .. 79.50 NEW Original Chromo, 5¢ . 425.00 Jenn. Club Bell, 25e. 376.00 12.50 ing us another copy of all the opinions Jene. '43 Victory Stands for Q.T. .... - Gold Chrome, se ... 450,00 Mills Club Bell, 5¢ .. 475.00 you have that are favorable for free Gold Chrome, 10¢ .. 495.00 Chie, Se 375.00 $9.90 Jens. '43 Victory Mills Club Bell, 104 . 475.00 play marble games and also send an ex- Gold Chrome, 25¢ .. 550.00 54 .... 210.00 Bonus Bell, 5f 325.00 Chief, 10¢ 395.00 Blue Front, tra copy to a very good customer of '43 Victory Blue Front, 25¢ ... 375.00 WHILE Emerald Chrome, 5¢. 450.00 Jenn. 650.00 Mr. G. E. Durgin, Maine. 5¢ Chief, 251 475.00 Blue Front, 500 ours, Pace Royal Ten, Calife Cadet, 254 ... 125.00 THEY SILAS REDD, Mass. á 25¢ 575.00 Pace Rocket,S1ugp'f,5¢ 145.00 LAST! AUTOMATIC PAYOUT CONSOLES Dear Mr. Redd: J.P., Pace Twin Reel, 5¢ Baker Pacer, D.D., Regular We are glad to send you another copy Evans Domino., 5525.00 J.P. $375.00 Pries Victory Mods! $425.00 bulletin which gives legal refer- Evans '41 Dominoe,JP 495.00 Pace Twin Reel, 5¢ Baker Pacer 325.00 $12.50. of our & 25¢ 550,00 ences that are useful in pinball cases. We Evans '41 Banitall,JP 495.00 Keeney 4 -Way Bell 675.00 Evans '40 Dominee,JP 350.00 Pace Saratoga, '41 . 135.00 Mills 4 Bell 725.00 BRAND NEW will be glad to furnish you with these Evans Lucky Lucre 375.00 Bally Royal Draw . , 95.00 Mills 3 Bell 975.00 $11.60 Yankees ...$11.50 put them Evans Ro4etto Jr. . , 150.00 Winer bulletins so long as you can Bally Roll Em .. , . 195.00 Jenn. Derby Day 45.00 Cent a Pak 9.90 Evans '38 Banetails 195.00 Mills Square Bell 95.00 to good use, Also, we are mailing copies Evans '41 Bangtal l 425.00 Watl. Big Game 150.00 Ten Strike, N.S., F.P. 276.00 Keeney 5¢ & 25¢ Super Jenn, Sliver Moon 150.00 235.00 bulletins on pinball games Mills Dewey, 5 ' .. , 145.00 Ten Strike, H.S. of our various Bell ... 495.00 Jenn, Bobtail 150.00 you suggested. We Bally Big Top 150.00 25¢ Roulette 250.00 to Mr. Durgin, as Bells, 5¢ & 25* 96.00 Keeney 5¢ Super Bell 275.00 Caille 11.50 will be-able to find Bally Liberty Bell, Floor Sample S are sure his attorney and Mercury, Floor Sample 11.50 bulletins. Fortune Telling Marvel, i¢ or 5¢. New 9.90 some useful suggestions in our must for all Arcades! $375 Zephyr furnish any in- A Champion 14,90 We will be pleased to SELECTOR SCOPE cire;` AnoÚá Ray-o.Llte 79.50 formation we may have on legal ques- Texas Leaguers 39.50 tions involving coin machines to you, ONE BALL AUTOMATIC PAYOUT TABLES V "Wiley 69.50 99.50 friends. If your Rockingham ...... $595.00 Bally Turf King Bally Santa Anita ..$325.00 Western Baseball, Deluxe your customers and Bally Jockey Club .. 550.00 Mills Spinning Reels. 125.00 Evans Playball 195.00 your Bally Grand National 135.00 attorneys, or attorneys representing 75.00 Mills 1 -2-3 85.00 Bally Pacemaker ... 135.00 Lave Testers have questions at any time Bally Gold Medal Exh, Rotary Merchandisers 179.50 customers, GLASS AND CABINETS -LIMITED QUANTITY Candy Vendors 199.50 we will be glad to hear [oh, Rotary on legal points, Glass for Cash Jumbo $ 4.75 Esh. Merchantmen 49.50 INFORMATION SERVICE. Mills Four Bell Cabinets $45.00 Backboard Mutascope Diggers 78.50 from you. Glass for Sport Event 9.25 Top Glass for Three Bell 15.00 Fan Front Backboard Four Bell. 5 Per Set 20.00 °eloege Coin Hockey 229.50 Top Glass for Jumbo Cash 7.50 Top Glasses for Late Series 149.50 Sliver Moon 7.50 Backboard Glass for '41 Derby 12.50 Scientific Batt. Practice, Top Glass for Jenn. for Pimlico 12.60 Football Upright Cab., Rebuilt 129.50 It's Norman, Not Delbert, Top Glass for Jennings Bobtail ... 7.50 Backboard Glass Cab. 129.50 for Square Bell 9.50 Backboard Glass for Langacre 12.50 Play Golf, Upright Tep Glass for Bell 15.00 Veach Who's in the Navy Top Glass toe Jumbo Free Play 7.50 Complete Cabinet Square COMPLETE WRITE IMMEDIATE DELIVERY A.B.T. RIFLE RANGE FOR SALE. READY FOR ST. LOUIS, April 15.-The gremlins TOKYO RAIDER CONVERSION PHOTO BOOTH FOR SALE. 1yí" PICTURES. RESPRAYED $425.00 I FOR DRIVEMOBILE $16.75 were at it again! At any rate, the names FOR K LIP -A -NIP CONVERSION brothers were somehow transposed Merchandisers, Pusher Arm Type $195.00 SKYFIGHTER ... 16.75 of two Exhibit Rotary 175.00 in the April 8 issue in which Delbert Exhibit Rotary Merchandisers, Chrome Claw Type the Buckley Treasure Island Diggers 95.00 1/3 Deposit With Order. Veatch was mentioned as being in Exhibit Merchantmen Diggers 85.00 navy while his brother, Norman, carried V. P. Distributing WRITE FOR LISTED. GERBER & GLASS on activities of the Deposit, BlinceAO. TOED. oU1SightNDDrff. 914 DIVERSEY, CHICAGO 14, ILL. Company here. Just to set things straight, it's Norman, not Delbert, who's now stationed at the navy's school in Farragut, Idaho. MONARCH COIN MACHINE CO._ 154S N FnIOHFLO AVE. , PHONE nao- 4lTACf 1434 1 CHICAGO. WANT TO BUY WHAT DO OPS WANT (Continued front page 66) 250 Free Play Pin Ball ism so as to eliminate amplifier trouble from oil drippings. Another improve- Cames, also Late Model ment which would be a big help is for engineers to arrange the mechanism so Wurlitzer Phonographs. that it will slide out in the rear of the machine for servicemen to have free Will pay $400.00 for 780's access to all parts." PENNY PITCH! Better pick -ups plus electric selectors and 800's and $500.00 for which will keep tab on numbers still to LAT EST be played without revealing to the patron 750's and 850's. Will buy how many still have to come up before his selection will be played, are other CIGARETTE PITCHPITCH complete routes. Send us definite post-war musts in Jones's SOMETHING NEW AND NOVEL have im- opinion. list of what you A BIG MONEY GETTER Vender Statistics This Penny Pitch Board is made of tempered mediately. masonite and comes in four sections, making it In January, 1941, the last date for easy to carry. and is colorful hi design. Pays which figures are available, there were off in merchandise, cigarettes, matches. candy, a big suc. 3,000,000 venders in operation. Of chewing gum or money. Has proven Turner Phonograph Co. penny cess and will pay for itself the first day. Can this number 1,800,000 were nut venders, be mounted on your old Penny Board. 820 N. 9th STREET, ST. LOUIS, MO. 750,000 were gum venders and 450,000 were candy venders. At the same time PRICE $40.00 there were 126,500 cigarette venders, Extra charge of $15.00 for clear wood frame. 250,000 5 -cent candy bar venders and 610.00 deposit with order, balance C. O. D. YOU'LL BE SORRY 28,000 beverage venders in operation. ACE CARNIVAL GAME SHOP IF YOU DON'T CONTACT ATLAS ______\111011_y 5217 S. HALSTED ST., CHICAGO ABOUT EQUIPMENT YOU WANT TO Englewood 4472 SELL FOR HIGHEST CASH PRICES! O PHONOGRAPHS ATLAS WILL BUY: RECONDITIONED- REFINISHED 5 FREE PLAYS: OA A-1 CONDITION -BALL 1 O TRA SPECIAL BARGAINS!! STARS, DOUBLE PLAY, WEST WIND, 5¢ 89.50 Chrome, 54 Play, Serial Mills Jumbo Parade, Free Play, ..$ SUNBEAM, DO- RE -MI, SILVER SKATES. Mills Gold 1 Like New 249.60 5 474 M $389.50 Bally Santa Anita, Ball, 5¢, * over Bally Club Bell, Console, New Write Mills Four Bells, 5¢ Play, Perfect 575.00 850.00 Bally Sun Ray, Console, F.P., New Write CONSOLES: /2 412 Wurlitzer, Gem Cab., Ea. $ 90.00 Mills Four Bells, 3 -5¢, 1 -25¢ PIay,Latest Write KEENEY SUPER BELLS, Parade, O. P. 0., 5e Play 109.50 Columbia Jeokpot Bells, New 412 Revamped Semi- Mills Jumbo Consoles, 1 Balls, HI HAND 2 Wurlitzer, Complete Line Mills Slot Parts, Aluminum Castings, Slot Machines, BALLY Lite Up, Each 87.50 Phonographs -Write, 2 616 Wurlitzer, Lite -Up, Each . 117.50 -O GAMES AND SUPPLY COMPANY ARCADE: I1 616 Wurlitzer, Slug Proof Coin COIN -MATIC SKOKIE, ILLINOIS CHICAGO COIN HOCKEY and Others. Elector 115.00 8936 SKOKIE BLVD. PHONOGRAPHS: ALL MAKES. 4 616 Wurlitzer, Each 97.50 I1 24 Wurlitzer with 600 Rotary Write or Wire Quantity and Best Prices. Selector 195.00 1 600 Wurlitzer, P.K. Wireless, us Ilst of all Send your /R.C. 355.00 TIP BOOKS games available for sale! Each 240.00 JAR TICKETS I2 Seeburg Gems, Line 2 Seeburg Regals, Each 250.00 We Manufacture a Complete NOVELTY CO. 1 Seeburg Rex, 30 Wire, R.C. 200.00 ATLAS RED, WHITE AND BLUE, COMBINATION, AND BINGO TICKETS 2200 N. Western Ave., Chicago 47, III. Motors, I/ Wurlitzer Amplifiers, Speakers, WRITE US FOR PRICES etc We have a full selection of Used IParts in A -1 condition. MUNCIE NOVELTY CO. Walnut St., Muncie, Ind. WANTED TO BUY * 2704 S. FOR CASH t1/2 dep. with order, balance 200 Five Ball Free Play Pin Games. Send C. O. D., F. O. B. New York us your list at once- Must have all parts WANTED TO BUY and keys. MILLS ESCALATOR TYPE SLOTS -All types and all coin denominations. ALBENA SALES CO. Give Serial Number and Best Price in First Letter. IDEAL NOVELTY CO. o, 587 10TH AVENUE, N. Y. C. SALES COMPANY 2823 Locust St. ST. LOUIS, MO. LONGACRE 5-8334 JONES 31 -33 -35 MOORE ST., BRISTOL, VA. -TENN. Phone: FRanklin 5544 TEL. 1654 Ell ______4

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SERVING THE NATION'S OPERATORS O OHIO PHONO OWNERS' WITH OUTSTANDING VALUES! (Continued from page 66) son phonographs took up considerable PARTS CONSOLES MISCELLANEOUS time, and probably when it ended, the In Stock for Immediate Mills Four Bells 5675.00 New ABT Big Game Cdiscussion was just beginning. Attorneys Delivery! Lucky Lucre 299.50 Hunter $47.50 Pace Reels, Jr. 129.50 for the Cleveland and Detroit organiza- Main Gear for Mills Keeney Submarine Clock, Comp!. ...$3.50 Pace Saratoga (Skill - .. 219.60 tions were present and each made his Master (Bottom) P.O. field) 129.50 Skyfighter 359.50 Asuggestions as to how operators might Slides for Mills Slots, Mills Square Bell, Shoot Your Way to 50-100.250, 3.5 Fact. Reb. 129.50 Tokyo ... 285.00 find a way to prevent excessive taxes. Pay Write Bally Royal Draw 119.50 Bally Rapid Fire 229.50 One attorney suggested that the music Jackpot Glasses 1.25 Jenn. Multiple Racer 49.60 Paradise .. 49.60 trade would have to find some general Escalator Glasses .50 Evans Rolletta Jr., Wurlitzer 71, with R Reel Glasses .50 Round Head 69.50 Stand 149.50 principles of fighting high taxes by New Locks .65 studying the laws on Locks for Wall. Pace Twin Reels, 6d Kirk Horosc. Scale 89.50 taxation relating Slots 2.60 & 104 450.00 7 Col. DuGrenier Cig to all types of business. He suggested Machine . 69.50 Turf King Back Glass 8.75 Pace Twin Reels, 6íE Athat it is unfair to tax juke boxes unless Bakelite Male Plugs .05 & 25f 500.00 Mills '39 1 -2 -3, F.P.. 69.50 the same taxes are applied to business in 8V Miniature Bulbs, Jenn. Fastime WE REPAIR SLOT CLOCKS. Bayonet or Screw 84.60 Ngeneral. Delegates present reported on Base, Each .08 SLOTS local tax problems in certain cities, say- ABT Reg. & F.P. Coln Chutes, Ea 3.95 100 Jenn. Club Con. SUPER VALUES! ing there is a trend toward local taxation sole, Floor Model 5279.50 Complete Set Mills COUNTER Dconfronting music operators over the Slot Springs 9.75 5 d Jen n. Silver Moon GAMES Club, 2-5 ... 319.50 country'. Reports from many States Four Bells Glass, Groetchen Klix 1 3 Set of 5 50 Jenn. Silver Moon have indicated the same general condi- 12.50 Lucky 1. Club, 3.5 319.50 Smokes for 3 Amp. Fuses .04 American Flags) $17.50 tion. 5 Amp. Fuses .04 50 Watling Roiatop 99.50 10 Amp. Fuses .04 Groetch. Columbia, lc Liberty, Cig. $12.50 National Association 15 Amp. Fuses .04 Cig, Reels 89.50 lc Mercury, Cig. I Mills 14 Q.T., Late. 49.50 9.50 The discusison of taxation naturally Write for Quantity Prices. 56 Blue Front., Reb. 225.00 lc Sparks, Cig. . 12.50 led up to the third topic which 100 Blue Front, Reb. 249.50 had been 5d War Eagle, 1c Zephyr, Cig.. 7.50 It suggested by the chairman at the open- 3.5, ing UCM 505 for 179.50 Brand New Daval of the meeting. This was the pros- YC 100 0 Waarr Eagle, 9-5, X -Ray (Vis. pect of JUMBO Rebuilt 219.50 V a national association. Several i Bally 50 & 254 Slot 289.5D Token Payout) 14.95 delegates spoke on the subject and all All machines reconditioned and refinished by experts. Write' TERMS: 1/3 Deposit With heartily approved of the idea of making for complete list and quotations on parts and equipment not listed. Order, Balance C. O. D. I some move which would lead to a na- WILL PAY SPOT CASH tional organization representing operators Photographs, of juke boxes. The for Mills Golf Ball Vendors, Consoles, Bells and Free Play Games. Bend List N sentiment was and Quantity on Any Coln Machins strongly in favor of a national group that 111111116 OVITI SERVING THE NATION'S OPERATORS! would include only operators of phono- OSCAR ICHNLTI G graphs. Visiting delegates from Detroit and Philadelphia also strongly favored MACHINES Ì any move toward a national organization Cebu and most of the ideas suggested were & SUPPLY CO. that such an ( 3834 W. Fullerton organization should pro- Ave. (Phone CAPitol 8244) Chicago 47, III. mote or sponsor patriotic and civic work, such as teen -age clubs and other ideas to promote good -will. The only action decided on was a re- quest that music associations take up the question in their local meetings and WANT TO report their plans or resolutions to the SELL Music Merchants Association of Cleve- JENNINGS LIBERTY BELL CON- PACES REELS, Comb. Free Play b land. It was suggested that the Cleve- SOLE $ 39.50 Payout, Fac. Rebuilt, Orig. Crates $289.50 land association lead collecting Operators $ 2 A 5 1,3 deposit JENNINGS MULTIPLE EVANS JUNGLE CAMP, Console, in the RACER . 49.50 Free ideas and also calling whatever future Price L V1 Balance C.O.D. JENNINGS SILVER MOON, F.P. and Play 89.50 meeting P.O. (Excellent) 179.50 BALLY PIMLICO, 1 Ball F.P. Multiple 425.00 may be held on this general Immediate Delivery BALLY GOLD question. JENNINGS SILVER MOON, Free Play CUP, F.P. Multiple Available lc or 5c Play Only (Good) 79.50 119.50 BALLY BIG TOPS Ably Managed BAKER'S PACERS, Daily Double, Cash 139.50 PACES SARATOGA, F.P. and P.O. The L Check Payout (Excellent Condi- afternoon session was another ex- tion) (Very Good) 169.50 ample of the leadership and efficiency of 295.00 MILLS BLUE FRONT, 25c Play, Serial "You Can Always Depend on PACES RACES, Black Cabinet (Good) 89.50 the Cleveland association. Presiding at Over 400,000 I Excellent Condition) 295.00 Joe Ash Ways" PACES RACES, Brown Cabinet (Ex- MILLS the meetings of this organization are -All- cellent) VEST POCKET BELL, Factory 285.00 Rebuilt Blue and Cold ...SPECIAL 69.50 usually Peter Lukich, as chairman, while PACES REELS, JR., Console, Payout 139.50 WATLING BIG CAME 119.50 Jack Cohen and George DeFrieze sit by as able assistants. These three men ACTIVE 1/3 DEPOSIT, BALANCE C O. D. OR SIGHT DRAFT Ably guided discussions at the meeting, at AMUSEMENT MACHINES CO. the same time keeping these discussions within parliamentary bounds. Leo Dixon, 900 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET WANT TO BUY PHILADELPHIA 23, PA. ALL MODELS president of the State organization, also OF ROCK -OLA, WURLITZER and SEEBURG PHONOGRAPHS sits at the speakers PHONE. MARKET 2656 ALSO table. EXHIBIT The Cleveland chapter naturally leads DOUBLE PLAY, SUNBEAM, WEST WIND, STARS AND DO RE MI in Ohio State organization work. In ad- STATE PRICE, QUANTITY AND CONDITION IN FIRST LETTER. dition to the three men named above, WE PAY HIGHEST PRICES. It has a number of capable men. Sam Abrams Is the publicity man for the READY organization, and also plans their floor - B. D. LAZAR CO. shows, banquets and other big civic FOR LOCATION! events. He is always assisted by Jack 2 Wurlifzer 616 Lifeup 1635 FIFTH AVENUE (Phone: GRant.7818) PITTSBURGH 19, PA. Cohen, chairman of the entertainment committee. The office routine is kept Each $124.50 going by personable Hedy Griffiths, the office secretary, 3 Bally Ray's Track. Each. 69.50 To name all the capable men in this 1/3 Deposit, Balance C.O.D., organization would be almost to name F.O.B. N. Y. its membership. For instance a few years , ago the organization appointed one of its New York Supply Co. members to be a special bond committee 585 10th Ave. NEW YORK, N. Y. to sell War Bonds to members. This gentleman has worked so faithfully at . 1 -BALL FREE PLAY selling bonds that he deserves a na- Each tional 2 Club Trophies $295.00 CONSOLES medal. One goal was to sell $50,000 1 in bonds and he sold Dark Horse (Repainted) 185.00 I Bob Tails, P.O. $ 76.00 three times that 7 Derby 41 325.00 2 Good Luck (Jennings), much, SALESBOARDS 1 Gold Cup 39.50 P.O. 49.50 DELUXE BOARDS DRAW THE GOLDEN 4 Milis 1940 1.2-3 87.50 1 Hi Hand (F.P'. & P.O.) 149.50 The association has so many patri- BASS FROM THE STREAMS OF TRADE. 1 Mills 5 -In -1 75.00 7 Jumbo Parade, P.O. Lateheads otic and civic deeds to its a. Holes Name Profit Price 95.00 credit that 1000 100 90 Per 2 Mills Owl 85.00 1 Jumbo Parade, F.P. 89.50 full account Cent Def. $10.00 5 .91 2 of these would almost read 1000 50 Bingo. Board Def. 10.00 .98 Pimlico 385.00 1 Jumbo Parade Comb. (F.P. & 159.50 2 Record Time 125.00 P.O.) like a history. Reports of its work have 1000 50 Nickel Charley Def. 17.00 .96 1 Pace Reels with Rails, P.O. 109.50 been made regularly 1000 50 Double Fin Def. 24.50 .98 AUTOMATIC (ONE BALL) 1 Put Shot, Keeney F.P. (4 Multiple) 69.50 to the trade and 1000250 J.P. Charley, Thick, A.P. 52.00 1.45 1 Hawtho -ne $ 75.00 1 Silver Moon, F.P. 89.50 representatives of other associations often 600 50 Jumbo Lulu Def. 13.50 1.38 1 Preakness 29.50 1 Keeney Super Beil, F.P., P.O., 250 PI. 269.50 attend the meeting of the Cleveland 1000 5d J.P. Home Run 27.00 1.92 group to see how such an efficient or- 1000 50 J.P. Swing High 27.50 1.92 BUY C.. 1800 5d Lulu X, Thick 20.00 2.79 WANT TO FOR SR ganization works. 2028 Jar of Jack ...... Def 62.00 2.79 We Will Pay the Following Prices for the Following Machines: The banquet and floorshow were of Immediate Deliveries -25% Dep. Write for List. Silver Skates West Wind ...... $50.00 Wurlitzer 24 ....$135.00 Large Selection All Kinds and Sizes. $ 30.00 such proportions as to look like a na- Double Play 50.00 Do-Re -MI .. 50.00 Chester-Pollard Foot- tional convention of the coin machine DELUXE SALES CO. Stars 60.00 Sunbeam ... 50.09 ball Games .... 7500 trade. The ballroom comfortably seated BLUE EARTH, MINN. Phone: Franklin 6544 the crowd of 500 people. The special 2823 Locust St. table reserved for the wounded service IDEAL NOVELTY CO. St. Louis, Mo. men was Just in front of the stage, and the speaker's table was on the opposite side of the ballroom. An elaborate pro- Miniature Motor Service gram of entertainment had been pre- We are in a position to completely repair, ORIGINAL JAR -O' -DO RED, WHITE & BLUE pared, with Russ Morgan's orchestra fur- rewind and overhaul all miniature motors 2100- $33.00 Profit 2170 nishing the music. for Seeburg Guns, Bally Guns and all type of or -$36.50 Profit George DeFrieze introduced visiting Phonograph Motors. Prompt Service! $10.00 PER SET IN GROSS LOTS per motor. Send railway express, freight $2.00 guests and Morgan was master of cere- prepaid. monies for the giant floorshow. $2.50 PER SET IN LESS THAN GROSS LOTS All the acts were goad and the guests showed Stapled in groups of five, 75c per set extra. CLEVELAND COIN MACHINE EXCHANGE their appreciation by rounds of applause. 2021 Prospect JOHN The floorshow was followed by dancing Ave. Cleveland 15, Ohio GLASSPIEGEL CO. 534 NVI.ANUWEER2sTiZgir. to the music of Morgan's orchestra. Phone: PRospect 6316 -7

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STILL AVAILABLE First samples of Rock -Ola's World It was reported that Leon Taksen, Series baseball game were delivered to Newark (N. J.) distributor, had donated coin machine distributors. Paul Bennett 150 pin games to hospitals, penitentiaries COLUMBIA predicted that 10,000 World Series ma- and other institutions in the area. Tak- chines would be on location thruout the sen said that he got the idea from circus country within a few weeks. performers who visit city hospitals to BELLS keep the kids happy for a few hours. In 1934 the coin machine industry was Taksen said his action not only afforded In Original Shipping Boxes considered one of the largest consumers great personal satisfaction, but was a of premium merchandise, according to means of building good -will for the coin of THE ONLY BRAND NEW Morris Struhl, wholesale distributor machine industry. premiums. QUARTER PLAY Letters were mailed to vending ma- SLOT MACHINES members of the industry were chine operators by the National Auto- Leading Merchandising Association, Inc., IN EXISTENCE! photographed holding steins of beer at matic opening of Huber Coin Ma- to obtain industry statistics for submis- the grand to government, according to J. TO PENNY, chine Sales Company in Chicago. sion the CAN BE CONVERTED R. Hirsch, secretary. DIME OR QUARTER PLAY IN NICKEL, the THREE MINUTES' TIME! ABSOLUTELY Magistrate Mark Rudich, hearing The Exhibit Supply Company, pioneer case of Mrs. Gertrude Berr, who was SLUG PROOF! de- firm in the digger and arcades machine charged with possessing a gambling field, entered the pin game market by vice (Jiggers Pin Game), said: JACKPOT OR GOLD AWARD MODELS an introducing a table game called Light- "I can't get very steamed up about ning. WHILE 1HEY LAST amusement device of this character. The youngster is given the privilege of shoot- re- his skill in In step with the season, the Genco $1 ing seven marbles and trying leased a new pin game called Baseball. 27 ° placing them in holes with the highest Each a gamble, numbers. This is a game, not After 30 years in the Penny Arcade field, WHY PAY HIGH PRICES FOR USED and he gets some kick or thrill out of announced for a Max M. Linick, of Detroit, MACHINES WHEN YOU CAN HAVE pulling the lever seven times that he was retiring from the business. THE BEST AT THIS LOW PRICE! penny." Linick once operated as many as 12 ar- cacles in as many different cities and also SATISFACTION GUARANTEED! A wag suggested that the plainclothes operated a number of amusement park man who testified that he played 15 of coin -operated devices. He OR PHONE YOUR a 5- concessions MAIL, WIRE cents into the game and received also built up a business of installing ORDER TODAY! cent cigar for his score, may not have complete arcades from Coast to Coast. received his favorite cigar. BAKER NOVELTY CO. Shefras Automatics, Limited, of Lon- at a big 1700 WASHINGTON BLVD. don, entertained Birtish coinmen CHICAGO 12, ILL. party to celebrate his exclusive distribu- torship of Jennings equipment. An ordinance was passed by the New- BELL BETTER GAMES ark, N. J., city council permitting pin -RADIO TUBES MUSIC -ARCADE game operators to conduct tournaments FACTORY RECONDITIONED FIVE BALLS AT NET PRICES away awards under a provision 26 41 79 6A4 6F8 8U5 6SL7 and give Knockout ...$125.00 Belle Hop . $65.00 Flicker $45.00 27 42 0Z4 6A6 6J5 6V6 8S.R7 which authorized high score contests to Majors '41 60.00 6K5 6Y6 12SC7 Big Chief 45.00 Four Roses 60.00 30 56 2A3 6B5 Hat 60.00 Play Ball 45.00 31 57 2A4 6B8 6L6 2051 Broadcast 45.00 Hi 605 6N7 25Z6 50.00 Hi Stepper 65.00 Short Stop 35.00 32 68 3455 Champ 60.00 37 76 5U4 6C6 6Q7 68J7 Crossline .... 40.00 Horoscope 55.00 Slugger 38 78 6Y4 8F5 6R7 6 &K7 Gun Cable for Chicken Sam, 8 ft $ 2.50 Operators of Wuriitzor 500's, Like New 450.00 Wurlltzer 24A's, Like New Packard K.B 250.00. HALF DOLLAR WAR EAGLES FACTORY RECONDITIONED Wurlltzer 24 In '42 Victory Cabinet, new 450.00 SALESBOARDS, BINGO AND JAR TICKETS GLITTER GOLD FRONTS AND NEW CABINETS 8800, R.C., Like New, 8,000 WITH NEW Seeburg 850.00 - OUT, CLUB HANDLE. WRITE FOR PRICES. Plays a Punch. 3 -5 PAY Seeburg 8800, E.B., Like New 550.00 Money Boards from 5c- to $1.00 Seeburg Plaza, Like New '39 Model 300.00. In '43 Victory Cab., New 450.00 Plain Boards, all sizes, 1000 hole, plain, Seeburg 20 250.00 MISCELLANEOUS GAMES Mills Throne, Like New $90.00 per 100. Poker Tickets, 2160, 5c or Rock -Ola Premier, '42, Like New. 500.00 Write Sport Page $65.00 Rays Tracks $ 95.00 Like New 450.00 BALLY FAIRMONT .. Seeburg Envoy, 1 45.00 Rapid Fires 225.00 New 50.00 10c label, per set $6.00; doz. $65.00. Profit Jockey Club Write Mills -2 -3 Holdover Pin Garnes, Like West. B. Balls 125.00 225.00 . $65.00 Groet. Sugar King 50.00 Rapid Fires, Like New deal, $27.00; 10c deal, $54.00. Corn - Hawthornes 85.00 Baseball DeLuxe 125.00' 5c Reliance Dice Games 25.00 Bally Parlay 65.00 Bally Lucky Strikes Western 225.00 Bally H1 Hands, F.P. á P.O. bination Jar Tickets, any size, 5c or 10c Bally Bowling Alley. Like New 75.00 Sky Fighters, Like New 400.00 label and card jackpot. Jar o' Do Red, White 1.2.3, Mills One Ball 75.00 ROCKOLA MONARCHS with BUCKLEY ADAPTORS.$175.00 Gun, Like New 100.00 Seeburg Ray -Olite Duck and Blue Tickets, labels 5c -10c, or 5 for $ 5.00 Bally Shoot the Bull Cony into Hitler 125,00, 1 OLD STYLE 150.00 BUCKLEY WALL BOXES Mountain Climber, New $1.00, 2100 -2170, single doz., $30.00; 1 NEW STYLE 15.00 Evans Jungle Camps, F.P. 100.00 Jennings Fastlmo, F.P. 100.00 stapled in groups of five, 75c per set extra. Mills Jumbo 100.00 In gross lots, 20 per cent discount. Bingo BATTISTATRC & SONS BACKBOARD GLASSES FOR St., 160, DEL. Sticks, sizes from 1000 1008 Union WILMINGTON Jar o' Do Tickets on Sport King ...... $12.50 Grand Stand $5.00 Pimlico $7.50 Grand National 5.00 Race King 7.50 to 1600. Bingo Jack Pot Cards, 60 seal, Club Trophys . _ ... 12.50 r Thorobreds ...... 12.50 War Admiral 7.50 Dark Horse .. 8.50 doz., $6.00; per 100, $45.00. Bingo Jack Blue Grass ...... 8.50 Challenger 7.50 Record Time . 6.50 6.50 Fast Track 7.50 Sport Event .. 5.00 RADIO TUBE ADAPTORS Pot Cards, 70 seal, doz., $6.50; per 100, Sport Special ..... We manufacture and sell at wholesale prices only. $50.00. Bingo Jack Pot Boards, 100 holes, Use For doz., $10.50; per 100, $75.00. Send for 5W4, 5Y3 80, 83, 5Z3 5134, with PRODUCTS CO. 80, 83, 5Z3 5U4G complete price list. 25 per cent BELL AVE. CHICAGO 47, ILL. 6SC7 6SL7 order, balance C. O. D. 2646 W. NORTH Lots of Twelve 55c each Smaller Lots 75c each HENRY E. WEISS 2Á4G 2051 Street BELLEVILLE, ILL. Slightly higher in price 140 N. 31st WANTED MECHANIC Many other types available. All orders must be ON PIN BALLS. Draft exempt. State experience, age, depend- accompanied with signed Llmitation Order L -265. EXPERIENCED RED -WHITE -BLUE ents and salary expected in first letter. MANOR ELECTRIC & APPLIANCE CO. (All Tickets Machine Banded & Counted) AVE. 2040 -Singles $2.40 Per Bag 3008 W. FULLERTON 2100-Singles 2.50 Per Bag L. M. KIDD CHICAGO 47, ILLINOIS 2170 -Singles 2.60 Per Bag 400 N. 2nd Street Richmond 19, Va. 2050 -Five in Bunch 2.25 Per Bag ($2.00 Each in Gross Lots) 854 Per Bag Extra for Stapling in Fires. BINGO TICKETS 1000 -On Stick $1.25 Per Set WANTED 1200 -On Stick 1.50 Per Set (100 or More-Deduct 154 Per Set) AND ARCADE MECHANICS 50 Seal Jackpot Bingo Cards-75f Each. MUSIC (100 or More-650 Each) Salary $75.00 to $100.00 =120 Ticket Tip Books ....525.50 Per Gross WRITE Write for Info. on Items Not Mentioned. BOX D -192 C. 0. D. 25 ó Deposit, Balance WIRE The Billboard Cincinnati 1, O. WIENER SALES CO. P. 0. Box 613 MUNCIE, IND. PHONE for coin machine information PIN GAMES ZENDER DOORS BUYING VISIT VINCE SHAY JOHN RYAN SAM BASLER CHARLEY PIN GAME I Will Pay F. O. B. Your Clty Exhibit $1.50 Each G'enco $30.00 for Belle Hops, Duplexes, Towers. Chicago Coin $9.50 Doz. Gottlieb $40.00 for Do -Re -MI's, Jungles, Venus, Double Balance C. 0. D. Play, Westwind, Skyblazers. One -Third Dawn, $50.00 for Topics, Monickers, Victory, Defense. MILLS NOVELTY COMPANY 4100 Fullerton Ave., Chicago, III. VIBRO CO. FRANK HARRIS 2007 N. 33d St., Philadelphia 21, Pa. 508 Gough St. SAN FRANCISCO, CALIF.

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CURRENT. TRADE REPORTS ABE OFFER! in Army Post Exchanges and Navy Ship's , Five Ball Cames and Arcade Balto Coin Play Service buildings are giving GI's and gobs Only for_. . . plenty opportunity to have fun the Holds Firm Despite coin machine way. Ferryboats running between here and HD PHONOGRAPHS the various shipyards all have their Population Drop complement of games, phonos, guns, BALTIMORE, April 15.-Coinmen report etc. Almost phenomenal has been the Mr-GENI collections as holding firm during March, growth of the photo studios. Scattered all unimportant; but despite the fact that many migrants along the main streets of bay area lured here by the abundance of work cities the machines get a heavy play mplifier must be at war plants are beginning the trek from servicemen and servicewomen, altho good mechanical back home. According to estimates, the a good portion of the trade is teen -agers. city's migrant population has decreased At military bases here, drink, candy and between 15,000 and 20,000. stamp venders are much in evidence. for trade -all are ln A -I condition! Reasons for the shift, according to an Unusual note is that some of the stamp investigation of the United States Em- machines dispense War Stamps instead CONSOLES 5 BALI. GAMES ployment Service, includes drop in work- of postage stamps. Bells ABC Bowler ers' salaries due to elimination of seven - Very little has been done here as yet oon Totalizer in the promotion of teen -age clubs, olatop Moniker day work -week and consequent reduction but hief of overtime pay; the induction of fathers pending legislation and plans by various Fronts Gold Star and sharp cuts in occupational defer- groups are expected to result in some n Fronts Sixty Grand ments; housing difficulties; desire of concrete movements to aid the kids. ry Bells workers to return to agriculture where Fronts Pan American deferments are more readily obtainable, TELL US WHAT YOU NEED! plus the fact that many desire to get $60.00 started on Jobs with a post -war future. Together! Coinmen are not exactly surprised at PAY $60.00 this population shift. In fact, at the Wien for Delivering Only the Best. outset of the boom period many realized FOR it was only a temporary condition and EXHIBIT planned accordingly. As yet no decrease PMENT COMPANY in collections of consequence have been STARS RIBUTORS noted. However, as the trend continues, some drops are to be expected, especially OR JERSEY, DEL. AND MD. in war- worker areas. WEST WIND et, Philadelphia 23, Pa, Park 4949 Must be complete. Air mail how many Mchs. Score Big you will ship. Will wire 1/3 deposit. BOX 301, Care Billboard, Arcade Bldg., With San Fran War St. Louis, Mo. Workers and GI's RED HOT SAN FRANCISCO, April 15.- Coinmen FOR SALE here are doing a bang -up job of supply- BIC PARADE $109.50 FOR ing amusement opportunities to war MONICKER 84.50 workers and men in the armed forces. CLICK 84.50 Not only have '42 HOME RUN 74.50 local firms given liberally 1 BALLY RECORD TIME 149.50 of equipment and records to USO's, of- 1/3 Cash-Balance C. O. D. ficer clubs, hospitals, ships, Stage Door PROFITS Canteen and Hospitality House, but Ford Vending Machines numerous arcades in the downtown sec- CALIENTE tor, plus placement of arcade equipment 319 Long Beach Road, Oceanside, L. I., N. Y. No. 11878 1056 Holes MOI MI TAKES $52.80. .\\\\1\\ >rv s r1nlTilrminxTS IN 106_0\\\ Av. Payout $24.80 nnn >r>trsrnnrsmn nn*rzrTnsT I l'V1L 11111111ill1N1 llliLlliLl -111 N-1 VU1111111U11: GROSS PROFIT $28.00 I ACCESSORIES EACH 500 Buckley Bar Brackets $ 2.50 ONLY $3.12 NET 10 Rock -Ola Boxes foi Playmaster 100 Bar Brackets for Packard and and Commando $28.50 Keeney Boxes 4.50 10 Rock -Ola Boxes 19.50 100 Pedestals for Buckley Boxes.... 4.00 Write, today, for our new circular 16 Wurlitzer Sweet Music 4320 25 Metal Cabinets for Twin Twelve ji Boxes 24.50 Units 19.50 describing 59 new, fast HARLICH 4 Wurlitzer S- 10 -25c x125 Boxes. 27.50 10 Wurlitzer 4304 Steppers 18.50 profit- makers. 4 Seeburg 5- 10-25c Wireless Bar- 20 Atlas Organettes Baffles 8.50 Ask for NC -441. O -Matie 49.50 1 Wurlitzer 4'580 Wall Speaker..139.00 6 Seeburg 3 -Wire Boxes, 20 Records 29.50 10 Chandelier Baffles, Like New, for 2 Seeburg 3 -Wire Boxes, 24 Records 24.50 12" or 15" Speakers 12.50 I 20 Seeburg 30 -Wire Boxes 7.95 10 Seeburg Wireless Organ Speakers, HARLICH MFG. CO. 200 Buckley Boxes 9.00 Complete 29.50 140 Buckley Boxes, Lite -Up Sides, 5 Mills Adaptors 24.50 0 1413 W. Like New 24.50 50 Twin Twelve and Twin Sixteen Jackson Blvd. Buckley Adaptors 34.50 10/ Conductor Used Cable..25c per foot I 25 Wurlitzer 616 Buckley Adaptors. 19.50 I CHICAGO 7, ILLINOIS 0 25 24 Record Buckley Adaptors .... 29.50 130New 30 Conductor Cable on Rolls, Write 50 24 Record Keeney Adaptors . 29.50 0 01 WANTED: 100 BENDIX COIN OPERATED WASHING MACHINES. STATE CONDITION AND PRICE IN FIRST LETTER. ARCADE ?Fil RADIO TUBES t 1 Jennings Roll -In- the -Barrel $124.50 1 Scientific Batting Practice $109.50 10 2 Cenco Playballs 134.50 12 Bally Rapid Fires 219.50 for the Seeburg Chicken Sam Conversions. 134.50 4 Keeney Air Raiders 199.50 1/2 deposit, balance C. O. D., F. O. B. Newark 123 W. N STREET I COIN MACHINE TRADE to RUNYON SALES CO s RUNYON. Ask for ,ur Tube Inventory Sheet which is mailed twice monthly to Bona Fide Operators. You knew in advance what we can ship and what we cannot ship. PLEASE Jo NOT order tubes until you have received this list and the necessary Supplier's Certificate for your signature. WEL L LIGHTED MUSIC BOXES W. R. BURTT "The Coin Tube Man" AlEV 436 N. TERRACE. DR. WICHITA 8, KANSAS 1/ ;174fer/hr

KEEP YOUR GAMES, AND MUSIC -Y WANTED k ì» BOXES LIGHTED WIT 50 Penny Pace Comets or Rockets. Must be very cheap for M Al lC H LESS LAM IPS export. Give details -year made -2 -4 or 3 -5 payout. CA N S H I P" lowest prices and quantity; also Mills and Jennings. / Quote CO. BOX 586, The Billboard, Chicago 1, III. MATCHLESS ELECTRIC 564 WEST RANDOLPH STREET CHICAGO 6, ILL-

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April 22, 1944 The Billboard AMUSEMENT MACHINES 75

.16M\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\b ARCADE MACHINES AND SUPPLIES 500 VARIOUS ARCADE MACHINES READY FOR DELIVERY. WRITE FOR COMPLETE LIST! A.B.T. Coin Chutes, New, lc or Sc, Each $2.95 Ready for MAYFLOWER SPECIALS A.B.T. Gun Pellets, Per 1,000 2.00 Steel Bats for: Immediate Delivery Rock -Ola World Series 3.50 ST. PAUL BUFFALO Texas Leaguer I Deluxe Model) 3.50 Texas Leaguer (Old Model) 2.50 Western Baseball 2.50 DES MOINES PHILADELPHIA Complete Plungers, Each 2.00 Plunger Castings (All Types), Each 1.00 Four Offices To Serve You BETTER Composition Balls for Batting Practice .20 Mr. Operator: Doors for All Pin Games 1.50 All Our Equipment Is Reconditioned by Factory Trained Mechanics Dead Rubber Rings, All Sizes, Per Doz .25 / Glass for Pin Games, Each 1.25 and Ready To Put on Location. Live Rubber Rings, All Sizes, Per Doz .50 Contact Your Nearest Mayflower Office for These Exceptional Buys. Metal Balls for Pin Games, Each .15 C'ONSOL.ES ONE BALL PAYOUTS Plunger Springs, Each .10 Four Bells, New, In Crates Write Jockey Clubs, New, in Crates Write Slides for Chutes, Each .95 Four Bells, Used Write Long Shots, New, in Crates Write Three Bells Write 7 and 5 Wire Cable, Per Ft. .25 Santa Anita, New, In Crates Write Lucky Lucre, Late, Light Cab. $350.00 Jockey Club, Used 5475.00 10 Strike Buttons .75 Lucky Lucre, Dark Cab. 179.50 .60 Turf King 500.00 Tips, Rubber, Per Doz. Galloping Domino, Late J.P. 350.00 Sky-Lark 250.00 Gun Lamps, Each .90 Galloping Domino, J.P., Dark Cab. 250.00' Galloping Domino 175.00 Flying Champ 250.00 Bulbs, 6.8 Screw and Bay, Nos. 46, 50, 475.00 Winning Ticket 90.00 Box 10 .50 Buckley Track Odds, Late 55, 63. of Triple Entry 150.00 1-2-3, F.P. 75.00 Keeney Gun Bulbs, No. 1503, 35c High Hand 179.50 Spinning Reels 99.00 Each; Box of 110 2.50 Pace Reel 90.00 SLOTS Film for Radio Rifle Roll (Funnies, Pace Reel, New, In Crates 250.00 Brawn Fronts, 5-10-25 Write 9.00 Fast Time 90.00 Gold Chromes, 5 -10 -25.50 Write Girls, Hitler and Mussolini) Original Chromes, 5 -10.25 Write Free Play Assemblies for Long Champ Jr. 50.00 Complete Long Champ. Sr. 50.00 QT., Gold, 54 $110.00 All Pin Games 1.50 Kentucky Club 79.50 Pace 5 -10, 3 -5 Payouts 85,00 Curved Glass for Skeeballette, Gottlieb, Jumbo Parade, P.O. 128.50 Watling 5 -10 90.00 Evans 10 Strike, Rock -Ola 10 Pins 2.50 Royal Draw 50.00 Chief Red Skin, 254 300.00 Balls for Keeney Submarine, Etc. Keeney Four Way Write Pace Bantam, 54 & 254 & 104 50.00 Keeney Two Way 475.00 Columbia, Just Like New 75.00 off" Complete Panoram /i ALL MACHINES ARE CHECKED BY OUR TRAINED MECHANICS $495.00 OA Machine Converted Selector Scope 375.00 / Cupid's Wheel 295.00 Periscope 395.00 DELUXE MODEL Complete line of Exhibit and other ttMIDGET &Iowa Dadelayi ar, /cards for all types of machines in SKEE BALL" / stock at factory prices, including Grandmothers, Doraldina, Esmeralda, $249.50 Love Letters, Palmistry,Mystic Pen,etc. -L 2218 UNIVERSITY AVE.., 1427 N. BROAD ST.. 1/3 Cash Dep. With All Orders. Full Amount With Orders Under $15.00. ST. PAUL 4, MINN. PHILADELPHIA, PA. 0 510 -514 W. 34thSt.,N.Y.C. I Nestor 7901 /MIKE MUNVES (2 Blocks From Penn. Station) 615 10TH ST.. 350 DELAWARE AVE., 6.\\ \\\\ \ \\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \\ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \ \\ DES MOINES, IOWA BUFFALO, N. Y. SLOT MACHINES REBUILT -REFINISHED FOR $81.50 ARCADE EQUIPMENT - ROLA -BASE, $92.50; CAILLE LOWBOY SCALE, $29.50. CONSOLES-EXHIBIT LONGCHAMP, $55.50; Exhibit Dominette $55.50. ROCKOLA 20- RECORD (Equipped with Keeney Adaptor, 10 Wall Boxes and Large ORGAN TYPE SPEAKER), $175.00. EUREKA ONE -BALL FREE PLAY, $109.00. Speed Demon..$35.50 League Leader.$35.50 Red Hot ....$27.50 Speedway .... 35.50 Play Ball 29.50 Flagship 24.50 Target Skill ... 49.50 Boomtown 39.50 Chevron 24.50 Crystal . 49.50 Yacht Club 27.50 Big League' 22.50 Pan American . 49.50 Bally Beauty 19.50 Score Card 39.50 Gun Club .... 57.50 Supercharger 32.50 Home Run 24.50 Fleet P. Bumper 37.50 Doughboy Big Six 19.50 Barrage, P. Bumper 39.50 Landslide 38.50 Like New .. 59.50 Short Stop 29.50

1/2 DEPOSIT, BALANCE C. O. D. BUSINESS STIMULATORS 4912 E. WASHINGTON ST. INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA GLOBE PRINTING CO LEW LONDON'S "TRUE VALUE" BUYS That are the best refinished and reconditioned you have ever purchased. Satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. These machines must be seen to be appreciated. C. & P. SALES CO. PAY OUT CONSOLES PAY OUT ONE BALLS. NEW MILLS SLOTS Keeney Tracktlnte, Red Mills Big Race $250.00 2 Mills Emerald Green, 407 MADISON AVE. PHONE 5 -4576 MEMPHIS, TENN. Race, New 325.00 Head . ,. $ 45.00 Mills Big H.L., 54 Keeney Traektlme, 1938 129.50 Gottlieb Speed King , 59.50 FOR SERVICE THAT SATISFIES Baker's Pacers, D.D., Stoner Alr Races 39.50 4 Mills Gold Chrome, 54 Keeney Handicapper 49.50 CONSOLES Gold Award 350.00 3 Mills Gold Chrome, 104 Suzy Q, Exhibit's 69.50 Keeney Stop & Go 49.50 Paces Saratoga, Late Model . $169.50 Columbia, Front and Back Pay ....$ 79.50 Bally Royal Flush 99.50 Keeney Ten Strike 49.50 2 Mills Gold Chrome, 254 Paces Spinning Reels, Late Mod. 169.50 Western Deluxe Baseball, Jennings Multiple Slot Liberty Keeney Kentucky Club. 125.00 4 Mills Brown Fronts, 54 Mills Jumbo Parade, Auto. Pay 99,50 0 Up Bell Mills Track King 49.50 New 199.50 79.50 Brown Fronts, 104 Mills Jumbo, F.P.. ., 89.50 0 Up Bally Royal Draw 129.50 USED SLOTS 3 Mills Jennings Multiple Racers 89.50 Exhibit Eldorado, New 199.50 Watling Big Came, F.P. 89.50 Jennings Duchess, 54 .$ 45.00 6 Milts Mystery Bonus, 54 Keeney's Kentucky Club 89.50 Bally Lincoln Field, New 199.50 Jennings Duchess, 104 85.00 Bally Club Bell 345.00 Pace Saratoga, No Rails 149.50 Mills Orange Q,T., 54. 84.50 COUNTER GAMES Jennings Fast Time, F.P. .... 99,50 Jennings Silver Moon, 5c 189.50 Milts RIo 69.50 , . 425.00 G Bobtail, F.P. 169.50 Mills Green Q.T., 54 74.50 Liberty, New, Galloping Dominoes Up Jennings Eagle Es- Groetchen Keeney Dark Horse, New Mills War In Factory Sealed SLOTS F.P. & P.O. Comb. $189.50 calator, 54 149.50 Keeney Pot Shot. F.P., Jennings F.P. Mint Crates ..... 16.95 Sc Brown Front $225.00 5e Watling Rolatop $107.50 Used Two Weeks 89.50 Vendors, Cannot Be Groetchen Sparks, Used. 8.95 25c Brown Front 325.00 10c Watling Rolatop 149.50 Badly Club Bell, F.P. Told From New 65.00 5c Cherry Bell 217.50 St Mills Blue Front 149.50 Up Lion Head, 54 79.50 Daval American Eagles, & P.O. Comb., Cannot Mills Sc Bonus Bell 225.00 10c Mills Blue Front 229.50 Up Be Told From New , 319.50 Mills Llon Head, 254 129.50 Used 9.95 25c Futurity 269.50 25c Mills Blue Front 269.50 Up 500 Pin Games to choose from. Submit your Inquiries for the finest used equipment money can buy. 25c Melon Bell 269.50 5e Mills Roman Head, 2/4 .... 79.50 WANTED: Used Machines. Highest cash prices paid for one or one thousand. EASTERN DIS- 2Sc Watling Rolatop 169.50 10c Mills Roman Head, 2/4 .... 99.50 TRIBUTORS FOR FAMOUS VICTORY GAMES CONVERSIONS. All numbers In stook for 5c Jennings Chief, Late Model 149.50 25c Mills Roman Head, 2/4 .... 145.00 C, O. D. or Sight Draft. Immediate delivery. Terms: 1/3 deposit with order, balance Sc Jennings Dixie Bell 139.50 5c Mills Vest Pockets 47.50 References: Dun & Bradstreet or Any Bank In Reading or Your Own Bank. Sc Watling 72, 2/4 Gooseneck ... 25.00 Sc Wall. Wonder Vender, 3/5 59.50 1Oc Watling 72, 2/4 Gooseneck ... 30.00 25c Watling 72, 2/4 Gooseneck 45.00 LEADER SALES COMPANY All above slots have been refinished and reworked 131 -133 NO. 5TH STREET READING, PA. SLOTS OVERHAULED AND REFINISHED LIKE NEW -TRY US ONCE Phones 4 -3131 and 4 -3132 - Night Phone 6077 1/3 Cash Deposit With Order, Balance C. O. D.

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MILLS Sc, 10c, 25c SPECIAL! PIN UP GIRL! NEW 5 BALL REBUILT-$199.50 Three Texas Firms SLOTS FOR SALE SPECIAL -3.5c ORIG. GOLD CHROMES- #474139, #478757, #478765- $375.00 EA. Merge to Forni 3 MILLS 25c GOLD CHROMES, 2.5 INVASION! 5 -BALL CONVERSION! PRICE $165.00 New Distrib Org 14 MILLS 25c BROWN FRONTS, Drillproof, C.H., Knee Action SPECIAL! NEW SUPREME GUN. PRICE $330.00 DALLAS, April 15. -Three of Texas's 5 MILLS 10c BROWN FRONTS, largest coin machine distributors, the Drillproof, C.H., Knee Action ARCADE EQUIPMENT -GUNS- MISCELLANEOUS Geo. Prock & of Dallas; Company, Horton 6 MILLS 5c BROWN FRONTS, WESTERN SUPER GRIP $ 54.50 TOMMY GUN $179.50 & Williams, of Houston, and United Amusement Company, of San Antonio- Drillproof, C.H., Knee Action KEENEY AIR RAIDER, A1 249.50 WESTERN BASEBALL-1939 89.50 halve merged to form a new distributor 4 MILLS FOUR BELLS, High Serials 616 ADAPTER AND 4 BOXES.... 129.50 GOTT. 3WAY GRIPPERS 17.50 firm known as the United Amusement 10 MILLS JUMBO PARADES, F. P. Company. Partners in the new combine ANTI.AIRCRAFT 79.50 2c A. B. T. COIN CHUTES 7.50 3 MILLS 5c GOLD Q. T.'s are George Prock, Harold H. Horton, Tom EXH. RACER, Perfect 119.50 TEN STRIKE -Hi Dial 69.50 V. Williams and J. F. Wilkinson. Firm 4 MILLS 5c BLUE Q. T.'s EXH. DOME -TOP DIGGERS 69.50 EXH, ROTARY, Pusher 195.00 will serve coinmen in Texas, New Mexico, 3 MILLS 5c O. T.'s Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana. PIKES PEAKS 19.50 BUCKLEY TREASURE ISLAND DIGGER 69.50 The three present establishments in 5 MILLS 10c Q. T.'s BAFFLE BALL 29.50 JAP CONVERTED CHICKEN SAMS.. 149.50 Dallas, Houston and San Antonio will 2 GOLD GLITTERED 25c Q. T.'s MUTOSCOPE CARD VENDERS, Late 45.00 CARD VENDERS, Floor Size Lite Up 24.50 continue to be manned by present staffs. 8 MILLS B S G VEST POCKETS Prock will manage the Dallas office, with BACK GLASS FOR BALLY ONE BALLS 6.00 ANTI.AIRCRAFT SCREENS, New... 9.50 2 MILLS JUMBO PARADES, Horton in Houston, and Williams in San Comb. and Mint Venders PHOTO CELLS -Seeburg d Bally 3.50 MILLS MAIN CLOCK GEARS 2.50 Antonio. Wilkinson, the senior partner, I BALLY GOLD CUP, F. P. MUTO. HURDLE HOP 79.50 MUTO. SKEE JUMP 125.00 will spend his time between the three offices. Other personnel includes J. E. 1 BALLY RAPID FIRE GUN A. B. T. BIG GAME HUNTER.... 37.50 WESTERN 1939 DELUXE, A1 119.50 Starks, general auditor; J. Fred Barber, 1 KEENEY FORTUNE, Comb. general sales manager; A. Wm. Cooper, 2 JENNINGS FAST TIMES WE REPAIR 1 BALL d 5 BALL MOTORS, OPEN TYPE, $5.00; SEALED TYPE, $12.50 operations manager. Cooper formerly was regional technician for Rock -Ola. PHONOGRAPHS SLOTS - ONE BALLS - CONSOLES Merger gives the firm an unusually 2 WURLITZER VICTORY MODELS 4 MILLS THRONE OF MUSlO LATEST JENN. GOLFAROLA $124.50 5c COLUMBIA CIG. REELS $ 49.50 strong financial status which is expected 3 WURLITZER ROLAWAYS to be reflected in the opening of new 1 WURLITZER 81 COUNTER MODEL 1941 1.2.3 F. P. 94.50 KEENEY CONTEST, A1 119.50 in 2 WURLITZER 412 branches the territory in the post -war 2 ROCK -OCAS 20 Reo. 2.5c CHERRY BELLS, 421340- period. 1 CASINO 2 MILLS SAFE STANDS, A.1 20.00 SEEBURG 423170 219.50 IF WHAT YOU WANT IS NOT LISTED, 1939 1.2.3 F. P. 34.50 WRITE US, AS WE HAVE A LARGE NEW BALLY CLUB BELLS 349.50 PARTS SHORTAGE STOCK OF ALL TYPES OF VENDING MACHINES. WRITE FOR PRICES. 1941 BANGTAILS, Jack Pot 475.00 JEN.BOBTAIL OR SILVER MOON, F. P. 119.50 (Continued from page 62) Terms: I/3 Certified Deposit, Bal. C.O.D. EX. RACES -7 Coin Console 79.50 KEENEY POT SHOT, F. P. 54.50 this is accomplished by a pinball born miracle, a couple of hundred feet of wir- EUREKA, Bally, 1 Ball 59.50 ARROW HEAD, Bally, 1 Ball.... 49.50 ing and the Rube Goldberg touch of - STERLING NOVELTY CO. Bice -the bells ring and the number of WE WANT TO BUY THE FOLLOWING GAMES AT THE PRICES LISTED errors mount. 669 -671 S. Broadway, Lexington 20, Ky. Knock Out $ 90.00 Gott. Liberty $110.00 Bally Club Trophy.. $250.00 Another ingenious gadget which Bice "WE ARE WHOLESALERS AND SELL Big Parade 90.00 Gott. Keep 'Em Flying 100.00 Bally '41 Derby 275.00 FOR RESALE." Air Circus 90.00 Gences Victory 55.00 .... made front pin game parts was the device Sky Chiefs 130.00 Bally Record Times 100.00 Bally Pimlico 310.00 he rigged up to waken Ensign James Four Aces 75.00 Bally Sport Special 100.00 Bally Longaores 410.00 5.10 -20 90.00 Bally Dark Home 110.00 Bally Lang Shot 225.00 McKinnie, drillmaster for the WAVES, Bally Blue Grass . 120.00 Bally Jockey Club 350.00 Bally Kentucky 250.00 who had the habit of oversleeping. The Keeney 5t Super Mills Jumbo Parade Bally Turf King 425.00 next morning Ensign McKinnie first Bell . 190.00 F.P. ... 50.00 Fairmount 450.00 heard gentle voices of his WAVE stu- PAR'S-SUPPLIES Will Pay $50.00 for Exh. West Wind, Sun Beam, Do- Re -Mi, Stars and dents cooing in his ear. Half asleep, he Double Play. Send List of All Other Games and Arcade Equipment You stammered and blushed. Next martial 6/9 Volt Bulbs. 4D, 44, 46, 47, 50, music blared and broadcasts purportedly 61 and 55. Per Hundred $5.40 Have To Sell. Cash Waiting! from Berlin and Tokyo screamed 3 AG Fuses Per Hundred that /z Amp. $9.00 the war was nearly won, but Ensign 1, 11/2, 2, 21/2, 3 Amp. 9.50 SEND FULL CASH FOR ORDERS UNDER $25.00. McKinnie dozed on. Next came the sound 5, 0, 7 / Amp. 3.00 ONE -HALF DEPOSIT WITH ORDERS, BALANCE C. O. D. OR SIGHT DRAFT. 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 Amp. 2.50 of tramping feet and comments of PHONOGRAPH TITLE STRIPS 2812 W. NORTH AVE. WAVES about his apparel as they (Red Border) CHICAGO 47, ILLINOIS marched past, which he half heard, but 1000 56.00 EMPIRE COIN MACHINE EXCHANGE Phone: Humboldt 6288 5000 Per M 4.00 he became fully awake when he heard 10000' Per M 9.50 the "voice" of a Chicago department store 25000' Per M 9.00 worker inquiring about certain intimate articles of feminine apparel which En- 6SC7, 5Z3, 80, 2A4G, 70L7 sign McKinnie "had ordered." Still another Tubes are almost impossible to secure, but NEW MACHINES WITH SPECIAL DISCS AND REELS contribution to science we have adapters for making the change- via pinball parts was the "stop thief" over to available tubes that require no WRITE FOR PRICES alarm which Bice rigged up to guard change in the amplifier. examination papers. 6t Gold Chrome 5t Cherry Bell, Blue Super Track Time =100 6SC7 to 7F7 »205 2A4G to 2051 foe Gold Chrome 5t War Eagles 50 Super Bell In the basement of his home Bice has 250 Gold Ohrome 5t Mills Console Galloping Domino Jackpot dozens of other inventions which utilize 103 6SC7 to 6SL7 (Seeburg Guns) 64 Copper Chrome 101 Mills Console 6t Jumbo Parade, Cash 110 5Z3 to 5U4G 210 2A4G to 2051 101 Copper Chroma 251 Mills Console 6t Jumbo Parade, Cony. Mint electrical and mechanical parts taken 125 80 to 5T4, (Seeburg Music) 251 Copper Chrome 50 Handload, Emerald Vendor from scrapped pin games. 5V4G, 5Y3 or 215 70L7 to 7A4- 6t Regular Chrome Columbia Bell, GA, Rear Pay 6 -5 -5-5 Mills Four Bell, New 7A5 100 Regular Chrome Mills Vest Pockets Style Head 5Z4 251 Regular Chrome Evans Vest Pocket Domino 6 -5 -5-5 Mills Four Bell, Old 0`______`___`__O 126 83 to 5U4G (Seeburg Remote 5t Brown Front 5t Mills Mystery Bonus Style Head or 5X4 Boxes) 10f Brown Front 101 Mills Mystery Bonus 25e Pace Race Red Arrow Each $3.50 Each 251 Brown Front 501 Mills Brown Front Long Acres l WANTED 0 $1.50 SHATTERPROOF JACKPOT SLOT MACHINE GLASS. PER DOZEN $19.50 FOR CASH 1 These have been tried and proven thoroughly Full Cash Must Accompany Order In Form of Post Office, Express or Telegraph Money Order. satisfactory. We guarantee satisfaction. Floor Samples Used and Rebuilt Slot Machines. Equipped With Special Discs and Reels. no worry, anyone can make the Write or Prices. FORMATION Absolutely change. Carry these in your service kit as MOSELEY VENDING MACHINE EX., INC. BIG LEAGUE standard equipment. 3- 4511 5-5328 POWER HOUR. BLONDIE 00 BROAD ST., RICHMOND, VA. DAY PHONE -NIGHT Ask Us for list Available Records CHIPS r Also want Used Pin Game V

0 Cartons in good condition. I HERMITAGE MUSIC CO. t 416A Broadway, Nashville 3, Tenn. WANT 500 GENCO GAMES P & S MACHINE CO. . 2820 Legs, SHEFFIELD AVE. Can Use in Any Condition. No Glass, I CHICAGO 14, ILL. I Bumpers or Doors Necessary. Must Have FOR SALE Unit, Transformer and Rectifier. Ad- Scoring lk A quantity of used refrigerated coin - vise Quantity and Price in First Letter. operated vending bottle drink OLIVE'S SPECIALS Dispensers having a capacity of 144 557 R E S AVL SUPREME ENTERPRISES THIS WEEK bottles with additional storage space CONSOLES for 48 bottles. Baker's Pacers (Daily Double) ..$275.00 AC and some DC current. Bally Bull Gun 75.00 CLOSING OUT -ALL A-1 RECONDITIONED Bally Sky Battle 285.00 Photographs and full particulars upon MACHINES ARCADE EQUIPMENT Original Chrome Vest Pocket request. Write or call PIN BALL Bells (Metered, 5c) 60.00 $ 27.50 Electric Target Skill 5 15.00 Red, White and Blue Chicken Sam, Converted Into Hitler and Legionnaire 39.50 Mussy 125.00 WE WANT TO BUY ARJAY EQUIPMENT CO. One Ball Sports Special 125.00 Hand Shocker 5.00 310 Canal Street NEW YORK 13, N. Y. Hand Gripper 7.50 Glamor 19.50 Pikes Peak 19.00 500 Canal 6 -3739 Big Chief 27.50 Mutoscope With Reel 15.00 PIN BALL GAMES 29.50 1010 Book Match Dispensers, Ea. 2.50 Barrage Us Your List and Prices. Sara Suzy 25.00 3 Sink a Jap Games, Ea 4.00 Send Dough Boy 24.50 10 Golf Games, Ea. ... 4.00 Anabel 25.50 Race Horse Machine With Stand (Money Terms: 1 /3 Dep. With Orders, Bal. C.O.D. FOR SALE Three Score ...... 22.50 Getter) 20.00 25 Scientific Batting Practice $99.50 Ea. Large and Most Complete Line of Sales Boards, Push Cards, Red, White and Blue and Bingo Tickets. Entire Lot If Picked Up At Our Ware Lowest Prices. - 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. 0. D. OLIVE NOVELTY CO. house, Not Crated 92.50 Ea. WESTERN NOVELTY COMPANY 2625 LUCAS AVE. ST. LOUIS, MO. KANSAS CITY, MO. (Phone: Franklin 8620) H. G. PAYNE CO. 217 W. 9TH 8T., Phone: Grand 0970 j 312 Broad 8t. Nailivlllo 3, Tenn.

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1111 '11111 11111 111111 '111' '1111' '1111' '1111' '1111' '11111 '11111 '1111' '11111 CENTRAL OHIO OUALITY BUYS "THERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE FOR QUALITY" TMARKEPP VALUES1 C. H. 5c BLUE FRONTS, over 400,000, orig. $189.50 SLOTS AND CONSOLES C MUSIC SUPPLIES 10c BLUE FRONTS, over 400,000, orig. C. H. 219.50 50c MILLS ROMAN HEAD, GLIT. 25c BLUE FRONTS, over 400,000, orig. C. H. 259.50 I TER GOLD, D. P., C. H., ACCESSORIES 5c BROWN FRONTS, 3/5 or 3/10 P. O., knees, C. H.. 249.50 C o 3/5 Payout Write 5c CHROME BELL, like new, 3/5 P. 0. 315.00 I 50c MILLS WAR EAGLE, D. P., 5c & 10c JENNINGS CLUB CONSOLE CHIEFS, A4, set.. 415.00 C TUBES -SLOTS C. H., 3/5 Payout Write 5c JENNINGS SILVER CHIEFS, 3/5 P. 0. 18930 MUSIC I 50c MILLS BLUE FRONTS, D. P., Each 10c JENNINGS SILVER CHIEFS, 3/5 P. 0. 215.00 1 Completely Wurlitzer 600R, Woolf Solon es C. H., 3/5 Payout Write $310.00 5c JENNINGS RED SKIN CHIEFS, 3/5, like new 169.50 3 Wurlitzer 800 575.00 150c MILLS GOLD CHROMES, 4 Wurlitzer 500 350.00 5c JENNINGS 4 STAR CHIEFS, A -1 129.50 i Wurlitzer600K 345.00 ARCADE EQUIPMENT NEW CASTINGS, D. P., 1 Wurlitzer Victory 450.00 10c JENNINGS 4 STAR CHIEFS, A -1 169.50 LIKE NEW 7 New Seeburg Victory Model 455.00 C. H 3/5 Payout Write' 1 10c JENNINGS 4 BAR CHIEFS, A -1 179.50 Seeburg Cadet, ES, Remodeled 365.00 BALLY RAPID FIRES 1 Seeburg Concert Grand . 325.00 BUCK TRACK ODDS, DAILY 2 Seeburg Cadet, Completely 5c Q. T.'s GLITTER GOLD, orig., like new 115.00 $239.50 o DOUBLE, Serial 12495, LIKE 1 Seeburg Regal 279.50 5c JENNINGS GRANDSTANDS, cig. reels, check P. 0 29.50 KEENEY AIR RAIDERS 2 Seeburg Colonel, ES 375.00 $249.50 I NEW $650.00 5 Seeburg Vogue 325.00 50 DOUBLE SAFES, revolve -arounds, like new 135.00 254 MILLS CLUB BELL CON- Like 2 Seeburg Classlo . 325.00 15 SINGLE SAFES, revolve -arounds, new 95.00 KEENEY SUBMARINE SOLE, Used Three Weeks, 1 Seeburg Gem 250.00 like New, Over 472,000 Serial . 495.00 GUNS 1 Rook -Ole Commando ...... 665.00 55 LOCK BOX SAFE STANDS, ea. 19.50 104 MILLS BLUE FRONT, Re- 4 Rock -Ole 16 Record 92,50 $199.50 painted a Overhauled 4 Rock -Ola 12 Record 70.00 1 DOUBLE LOCKED SAFE STAND, with back 49.50 5c MILLS FOUR BELL, Seral 1 Rock -Ola Counter Model, WESTERN BASEBALL ' 5- 10,254 89.50 DELUXE Write 5 Mills Empress 275.00 1754, beautiful machine. 12 PANORAMS -LATE SERIALS $37930 $129.50 BLUE FRONTS, C.H., 5 Mills Dance Master , ...... 55.00 et MILLS 6 Mills Do Re MI 55.00 K.A., Refinished 195.00 With CONVERSIONS- $40.00 more CHICAGO COIN 64 MILLS Q.T. GLITTER GOLD, ACCESSORIES HOCKEYS Like New 125.00 Each CONSOLES $229.50 5c BAKER'S PACER, DAILY 1 Wurlitzer #145 Stepper $35.00 1 TWO WAY SUPERBELL, C. P., 5c -5c, like new.... $399.50 2 Wurlitzer -304 Steppers 22.50 BATTING PRACTICE DOUBLE, GOLD AWARD, A.1 275.00 9 Seeburg Wireless Speakorgane 29.50 5 JUMBO PARADES, C. P., late serials 119.50 $119.50 et GROETCHEN COLUMBIA, 1 Seeburg Playboy 22.50 Fruit Reels, 3/5 Payout, Late. 79.50 Seeburg Brackets 1.76 5 JUMBO PARADES, F. P., A -1 89.50 FIGHTER 5 /JUMBO, PARADES, Free Play, 50' New Covers for Seeburg 10 SILVER MOON TOTALIZERS, F. P., like new 109.50 SKY Like New 99.60 5. 10,254 Wal I- a.Matics ... 6.50 $350.00 10GROETCHEN COLUMBIAS, 4 New Seeburg Motors 35.00 35 TRACK TIMES, 1938, clean, A -1 95.00 Gold Award, Cigarette Reels, 4 Seeburg Transmitters 22.50 35 TRACK TIMES, 1937, Red Heads, A-1, clean 69.50 INVASION Front & Rear Payout 72.50 4 By Westerhaus CHICAGO DELUXE METAL SAFE WALL BOXES 5 WAILING BIG GAMES, C. P., A -1, 3/5 P. 0. 109.50 $165.00 Each REVOLVAROUNDS, DOUBLES. 4 New Packard Boxes $44.50 1 SARATOGA, C. P., 3/5 P. 0., A -1 89.50 125.00 6 Packard Boxes 33.50 ANTI AIRCRAFT, OHICAGO DELUXE METAL SAFE -o. 4 REVOLVAROUNDS, Singles . 85.00 25 Seeburg Wireless Wail BROWN, Late Cabinet I NEW BOWLABOMB 9 fT. SKEE ROLL $300.00 I Matir., Late 35.00 $79.50 PHONOGRAPHS 10 Seeburg Selects- Matics .... 8.50 1 20 Buckley Boses (Chrome) ... 8.50 PARTS FOR SLOTS AND GUNS 8200 SEEBURG RÉXINew 18 Keeney Boxes 3.00 CLUB HANDLES S 6.00 GUN LAMPS 51.39 8200 Cabinet Write F CLOCK GEARS 2'50 All Light 2 Sexburg 3-Wire Bar- o- Macles 39.50 (9 FT. GUN CABLE FOR RAY GUNS .. 2.25 616 WURLITZER, Up $125.00 2 Brand New Seeburg 64 54 ESCALATORS 19.50 MILL& THRONE OF MUSIC) . 196.00 1 Wall-e-Matics 59.50 JACKPOTS FOR MILLS 19.50 JACKPOT GLASSES, THICK .76 MILLS EMPRESS ...... 245.00 25 Seeburg Wireless Wall -e. 1/2 CERTIFIED DEPOSIT WITH ORDER. 2 SEEBURG WALLOMATICS, Metal MatIes, Late (Covers Slightly 4 Cabinets, Serial WS -1 -Z. Ea. . 15.00 Oracked -Can Be Used) .. , 22.50 SEEBURG WIRELESS WALLO. 1 CENTRAL OHIO COIN MACHINE EXCHANGE MATICS, WS-2 -Z. Each 42.50 TUBES SEEBURG WIR'ELESS'. BARO- 514 S. RICA IIT,. CDLYA6/tli, O. PHONES: ADams 7149, ADaaae 7993. MATICS, 5/10/25e. Each 52.50 8L6 $1.75 I 2A40 .. , .55.00 d 2 WURLITZER TWIN 12, Steel 5U40 ....51.05 I Cab., with Packard Adaptor. Ea. 115.00 1 SLOTS 4 ARCADE EQUIPMENT Each ISEEBURG SHOOT THE CHUTES $139.50 2 64 M'Ils Original Blue Fronts. SEEBURG SLAP THE JAP 139.50 1 (Serrai Over 400,000) $185.00 SCIENTIFIC BATTING PRAC. 4 64 Mills Original Blue Fronts TUBES AND ACCESSORIES TIMES 115.00 (Serials Under 400,000) .. 182.50 ICHICOIN ALL STAR HOCKEYS, 209.50 3 100 Mills Original Blue Fronte FOR COIN OPERATED PHONOGRAPHS, Etc. BALLY RAPID FIRE 215.00 (Serials Under 400,000) .. 179.50 1, 0Z4 $1.75 6C5 ...... $1.05 6SC7 ...... $1.15 33 $1,05 KEENEY SUBMARINE GUN 199.50 4 254 Mills Original Blue Fronts 165 1.35 606 ...... 1.10 6H5 ...... 1,25 38 95 / (Half Certified Deposit With Order) (Serial Under 400,000) .. 200.00 1H5 ...... 1.60 6B5 ...... 1.80 6 %5 1.10 41 2 54 M'Ills Vest Pocket, Oreen 33,50 6F5 1.10 45 1261(7 1.45 BUY WAR BONDS WITH MY MONEY 1 54 Jennings Chief 110.00 2A3 1.75 6F8 1.15 12SQ7 1.46 47 1.65 j>I 1 1.00, 8148 1.16 2051 2.60 57 .70 l'll pay cash for anything in 1 KeeneyContest, 1 Beil F.P 125.ÓÓ 4 5V40 1.40 6J5 1.00 .85 I 1.10 1.45 Coin -Operated Machines. 1.00 6K7 25Z5 1.25 75 50% Certified Dep., Bai. C. O. D. 5 340 1.00 8L6 1.75 76 1 .85 SEND IN YOUR LIST TODAY. 6Z3 1,80 6N7 1.40 25Z6 1.25 77 .95 1 1 or Sight Draft. 6A4 1.50 6SK7 1.20 70L7 2.85 79 1.15 6A6 ...... 1.40 BVB ...... 1.10 2A4ß 3.25 80 1.00 /6A7 ...... 1.15 6SC7 1.85 30' 1.20 83 1.20 / The Markepp Company / 1 AMERICAN IWe have many more Tubes too numerous to mention I3908 Carnegie Ave. Cleveland 15, 0. 4 OHM Ohmlte Dlvldahm 2600' Ohm 25 W.$ .90 Power Transformers, all modals 5 8.00 111.1.1 MINI (Henderson 10431 SM NEN COIN MACHINE COMPANY OHM Reststars, any size 10 W. .35 Chokes 1.00 4 any 20 W. .55 c Sold. Iron i 0 437 Elizabeth Ave., NEWARK, N. I. / OHM Resistors, slze, Solder, I16 MF Cand. Can C.D. 450 V. 1.86 6 4 P M. Speakers, 8" 6.00 Phone: Waverly 3 -1500 18MF Coed. 45G Volt C.D. .85 P.M. Speakers, 10" 8.00 / 4 I8 MF Cond. Can 450 Volt. C. D. 1.10 P. M. Speakers. 12" 12.50 / MILLS SLOTS Tone Box 100 Carbon Raststars 3.00 Arms, 61 -71 9.60 RECONDITIONED -Guaranteed '1111' PARTS FOR WURLITZER, ROCK -OLA, SEEBURG. WRITE. Deposit Required With All Orders By Our 48 Years of Experience WRITE FOR PRICES 1 50e GOLD WAR EAGLES 3 GOLD WAR EAGLES ATTENTION! S87 LONGACRE 5.8334 ! 5e 1ALBENA SALES (0. G 10e GOLD WAR EAGLES \\\\\\\\\\\\* \\\\\\\\\\IWILIW\\ 2 25e GOLD WAR EAGLES G 5e GOLD CHROMES MACHINE OPERATORS 8 10e GOLD CHROMES We have in stock any amount of 4 25e GOLD CHROMES 5c, 10c, 25c Slug Ejectors for G 5e SILVER CHROMES Mills new type heads. Made of JfNNINGS' 8 10e SILVER CHROMES cold rolled steel that will out- 6 25e SILVER CHROMES wear originals. g'tj1'nL1 6 25e BROWN FRONTS ehOice 3 5e BLUE FRONTS Price $2.00 Each CONTACT US ON ANY TRADE MARK 2 IOc BLUE FRONTS REG. U. S. PAT. x111 COIN MACHINE SUBJECT G 25c BLUE FRONTS Also, #2 and #3 Gears for Mills 37 Years' Experience 15 5c Q.T.'s Originally Blue Clocks, hardened tool steel pinions. O. D. JENNINGS b CO., 4309 W. Lake Street, Chicago, Illinois Made Gold Glitter... $89.50 These will wear -ever. 2 10e Q.T.'s, Same as 99.50 Price Each Above $3.00 6 5e VEST POCKET, WRITE FOR SALE- Blue and Gold 54.50 All Machines have Knee Action, Club Large Stock Salesboards, Tip Boe+ks and Jar Carnes. Write fer Prise List, Handles and are fully guaranteed. stating your requirements. F & S Sales Company We have all types of Coin Machines. L -C SALES CO. Tell us what you want. 2139 Main, Ana, Calif. S. Santa 855 Pearl St., P. 0. Box 2988 Beaumont, Texas SICKING, INC. 1401 Central Parkway, Cincinnati 14, 0. 927 East Broadway, Louisville, Ky. d HIGHEST CASH PRICES WANTED TO BUY -BALLY ONE BALL FREE PLAY Sport Special. ..$100.00 Blue Grass.....$125.00 '41 Derby $275.00 CORRECTION! In our ad of April 15 the following items were USED SLOTS & CONSOLES Sport Event....$100.00 Record Time...$ 80.00 Longacres $400.00 erroneously omitted: 3500 OHM 10 Watt Re- Dark Horse ...$125.00 Club Trophy...$250.00 Pimlico $275.00 ,i,torn, 454 each; 5000 OHM 10 Watt Resistors, BAKER NOVELTY COMPANY 454 eaeh; Bi'stats 1.(i, 1.8, 2. 5, 15e each. ALL 5 BALL GAMES OR COMPLETE ROUTES 1700 WASHINGTON BLVD. Terms: C. O. D. 2011 Maryland Ave., Baltimore, Md. ATLAS VENDING CO. CHICAGO 12, ILLINOIS ROY McGINNIS CO., 410 North Broad St, ELIZABETH, N. J.

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tion. Yet, in analyzing the situation, 3 JENNINGS Sc CHIEFS $ 99.50 Gottlieb agreed that peace and post -war opportunities are goals which no industry 1 JENN. 5c SILVER CHIEF,S.P. 169.50 or individual need obscure or diminish, 1 JENN, 5c GOOSENECK 39.50 we are since they represent what working JENN. 5c TRIPLE JAK 69.50 and fighting for. 8 2 PACE 10c BANTAM, J. P 59.50 War Production Goes On 1 PACE J. P 49.50 "This open meeting of our trade asso- 5c BANTAM, ciation is not to be construed as over- 1 PACE 1c BANTAM, J. P 39.50 optimism regarding the end of the war," 2 WATLING 5c ROLATOPS 89.50 said Gottlieb. "There is no relaxing of effort or determination anywhere on the 2 MILLS 5c GOOSENECK, J. P. 39.50 coin machine front. The pace that has 2 MILLS 15c GOOSENECK, J.P. 62.50 Our New 5 Ball Came brought eight "E" flags to our industry 6 MILLS 5c GREEN VEST PKTS. 42.50 will be continued until the last shot is Now Being Converted fired. 3 MILLS 5c O. T 's 94.50 From "Since the beginning of the war when 2 MILLS 10c O. T 's 139.50 production facilities of the coin machine 3 MILLS 25c O. T.'s, Gold industry enlisted 100 per cent in the war effort, CMI has maintained its structure, Glittered 175,00 SILVER SKATES but major activities, including sponsoring 8 COLUMBIAS Sc G. AWARD 49.50 of the annual coin machine show, have 17 SHEFFLER LOBOY SCALES 69.50 ALSO CONVERTING been suspended," Gottlieb said. "Our association has continued in an advisory 2 MILLS LOBOY SCALES 69.50 capacity, serving members, trade inter- 1 WATLING SCALE 99.50 ests and providing information to govern- MILLS JUMBO PARADES,F.P. 89.50 ROCKINGHAM ment agencies and other outside inter- 5 ests. The association has been pledged 2 BALLY GOLD CUPS, F. P , One Ball Payout Similar in Player Appeal to Our to fullest co- operation in supplying One Ball 69.50 recreational equipment to members of the armed forces. In this latter connec- 2 Scientific BATTING PRACTICE 99.50 FAIRMONT tion two major proposals were made by 1 BALLY RAPID FIRE 195.00 Note Being Converted From our grpup to supply games and other 2 EVANS TEN STRIKES 49.50 equipment to Army Service Forces and GRAND STANDS PACE MAKERS USO organizations without cost. 7 SEEBURG3WireWALLBOXES 34.50 5 SEEBURG 5c, 10c, 25c GRAND NATIONALS Closer Contacts Desired BARBOXES 42.50 STILL CONVERTING "Members of CMI have enjoyed only Occasional contacts with each other dur- PHONOGRAPHS SPORT SPECIAL SPORT EVENT ing the war due to heavy demands of war production schedules on time and ener- 2 WURLITZER VICTORY We Will Buy BLUE GRASS DARK HORSE gies, but all have expressed the wish to MODELS $475.00 Your maintain closer contact with their trade Sports Specials association and fellow members," Gott- 8 MILLS THRONE OF MUSIC 245.00 Blue Grass lieb declared. "For this reason it was 1 SEEBURG CASINO 249.50 Sport Event To SPORTSMAN decided a Dark Horse during recent chance meeting 1 MILLS DANCE MASTER 49.50 Grand Stands Our One Ball Free Play Similar in Player Appeal to of several members and directors to hold Grand Nationals an open meeting to renew fellowship, to 3 WUR. 12 RECORD 89.50 and LONGACRE discuss general conditions and to review 5 SEEBURG 12 RECORD 69.50 Silver Skates of See Your Distributor for Prices and Delivery the state our industry." 2 WUR. TWIN TWELVE ROLA- That the April 26 meeting of manufac. turers might lead to an early conference WAYS, in Metal Ca., with BELL PRODUCTS CO. with leading distributors and jobbers Keeney Adapter 99,50 was a possibility expressed by Gottlieb. 2 ROCKOLA 12 RECORD 69.50 2646 W. NORTH AVE. CHICAGO, ILL. He said that large meetings, as well as the annual convention, had been dis- 1 ROCKOLA 16 RECORD 99.50 couraged in complying with ODT regula- 2 ROCKOLA 20 RECORD 150.00 tions. While invitations have gone out to all THE SIMPLEX COMPANY ON LOCATIONS! known firms who manufactured coin OVER 500 WHIRLAWAYS NOW machine products before the war, Gott- 204 Walton Bldg. Esplanade lieb urges that any who did not receive LEXINGTON 9, KY. CONVERTED FROM letters should communicate with him or with Secretary Groetchen as early as possible. BLUE GRASS, DARK HORSE AND SPORT SPECIAL

Whirlaway has all the features of Longacre with beautiful new cabinet design. GOING IN THE SERVICE Selling out $2125.00 worth of machines, all "Mete is Ho substitute SHIP US YOUR OBSOLETE GAME TODAY!! below market price, for $2,000 cash. Pick up machines In Geneva, Ohlo. Ref.: Geneva Say. and Trust Bank. GAMES ¡ait 2uality ROY McGINNIS CO., 2011 Maryland Ave., Baltimore, Md. 1 Mutoscepe Skyfighter $325.00 1 Chicago Coin Hockey 220.00 1 Chicken, Sam with Base 100.00 Will 1 Gott. Skeehailette 75.00 Quality Products 1 1936 Keeney Track Time, Gray Head 35.00 MUSIC Last for the Duration i Wue. 24A, Marbleglo, Adaptor, 4 New Model 100 Wall Boxee, 50 Ft. Cable $275.00 1 Wur. Pumpkin Model 41 with Stand 110.00 D. GOTTLIEB a CO. SALESBOARDS 1 Roekola Imperial, Lite Up Grill 120.00 CHICAGO 1 Wee. Counter Model 51 50.00 3 Roekoia 12 -1 Rhythm King, Each 00.00 PRICES 2 Seeburg 12 -A Symphonola, Each 65.00 SPECIAL LOW DOWN 1 Aux. Speaker In Radio Cabinet 20.00 COUNTER GAMES 1 10 Rec. Seeburg $ 35.00 1,000 Hole jackpot Charley 30 Hole Jackpot 25e. 6 ABT Targets, Challengers, Skill, Each 22.50 1 Pikes Peak 16.50 Regular Thickness, $1.10; Semi Thick, $1.25; Jumbo Thick, $1.45. 1 View -o-Scope 18.00 1 Advance 10 Shocker 15.00 1,250 Hole Cheery Charley, 25c, Special Thick, $2.48 Each. 1 Gott. Triple Gripper 16.50 .01 3 Single Gott. Grippers, Each 9.00 S Lots of Other BOARDS AT REAL LOW -DOWN PRICES. 1 Victor Home Run, 10 12.50 1KcC ALL' E WRITE FOR CATALOGUE 1 Col. Ball Gum 6.00 p ew nd- 3 Master Peanut, Each 3.50 5, Orders. 4 Silver King Peanut, Each 4.00 SPECIAL Deposit Required With All 216 Mint Machines, Each 2.00 Eqlp d BetSMpg .0 0 MISCELLANEOUS p LOn $Z85 1 Future Fortune Teller, 1t $ 30.00 CONSOLES . 165.00 A. S. CO. f Sheffler Bros.' Gr. Porcelain ScaJe . 60.00 Cabinet) 00 N. 3 56 Nat. Candy Machines, Chain, Each 6.00 wÓ 115 1 5¢ 60 Bar Seloeterla Candy Bar 30.00 BAKER'S 312 CARROLL ST. ELMIRA, N. Y. Advance Each RAGES 2 1t Stick Gum Mach., 3.50 GES 8 IRAGPsaYout 1 95 p 0 3 Peanut Stands, 10 Counter Marble P.0.1 325 Game and Many Spare Machine Parts KEENEY R01.1.-105 SAW( (Payout) Worth 25.00 KING C O. D. All Machines in Good Condition. MILLS APayRGE l ce Call, Write or Wire BALLY Balan i rg Deposit, EÄEHt+l16< SIMON SALES<- PAUL GEORGE BARKÖ AND gUY, SEII r0 Gun Lamps for Seeburg & Bally Ray Guns, Write 510 Eastwood St. GENEVA, OHIO WE CAu.t oval LtS tAO. ATTENTION! DIRECT OPERATORS ei. / . RUBBER BALLS /FOR SALE-Combination Hand -Operated Camera, solid walnut cabinet, For /1 ;/2" (sold 4 for 25c). 31/2" (post card size, sold at 50c each). POKERENOS -FASCINA- 6 backgrounds, Cooper Hewitt Lighting and FOR SALE /Consists of different TION and BINGO GAMES 25 Scientific Batting Practice $99,50 Ea. /Photo Flood Reflectors. Samples of photos taken by this camera will All hand finished. Send sample of your Entire Lot If Picked Up at Our Ware- / ball and we will match it. be submitted on request. Write for price. MELROY BALL CO. house, Not Crated 92.50 Ea. 6 A e N. Austin Ave. VENTNOR, N. J. CO. lik152 W. 42nd St., New York 18, N. Y. Phone Pennsylvania -9495 Ventnor 2.0587 H. G. PAYNE 1111111111 111 111 Phone: 312 Broad St.. Nashville 3, Tenn.

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SPRING LIQUIDATION! SEASON'S TOP VALUES! CLEVELAND COIN COUNTER GAMES FIVE BALLS 56.95 ABC Bowler $44.50 Legionnaire. 549.50 Target Skill $34.50 Libertys, 1¢ Big Six 19.50 Lone Star .. 24.50 Ten Spot 39.50 Lucky Smokes (new In Blackout 24.50 ' 41 TorpedoPatroI 89.50 OFFERS: original cartons), com- Crystal . .. 24.50 Me or . 39.50 Twln Six 39.60 plete with strips and Dude Ranch 29.50 New Champs 59.50 award card which per- Defense MUSIC Entry 29.50 Paradise ... 39.50 (Baker) .. 39.50 mit changeover to Five, Ten & Production.. 89.60 2 Mills Panorams. Each $350.00 American Flags. Twenty, Ilke Repeater ... 39.50 Fifty Grand. 29.50 Special 9.96 new 129.50 Shangri La .109.50 Doughboy 29.60 5 Seeburg Classics. Each 350.00 Fox Hunt 34.50 Sky Blazer . 74.50 Horoscope 49.50 ALSO Flag Ship 19.50 Sparky . 29.50 Saluto 39.60 1 Seeburg Colonel, ES 375.00 4 Diamonds. 34.50 Speedway .. 19.50 School Days. 49.50 Tickettes - Imps, - Penny 44.50 Show Boat., 44.50 Pack Tot - Ginger - Ex- Gun Club 59.50 Sport Parade 1 Seeburg Gem 225.00 HameRun'42 69.50 Super Six .. 19.50 Sky Ray 39.150 Ray - Tally Reel Dice - Ump 29.50 - Yankee Knockout 109.50 Stratoliner.. 39.50 1 Seeburg Regal 275.00 Joker Rex High Stakes- Poker Face - CONSOLES 5 Wurlitzer 61s. Each 90.00 Cork Tip (Roulette Type) - 21 Track Reels and Overhauled, Checked and Cleaned 2 Wurlitzer 41s. Each 95.00 many others. Jennings Liberty Bell, Flat Top 517.50 Top 27.50 MAKE A REASONABLE Slant 17.50 1 Wurlitzer Victory Model, re OFFER. Derby Day, Flat Top Slant Top 27.50 moled with 5 Wurlitzer Boxes. 650.00 Keeney Kentucky Club 69.50 ONE BALLS 1 Keeney Kentucky Skill Time, 7 Coin Head, Excellent Stands for Wurlitzer Counter 89,50 Pimlico Write Condition, New Glass 2 Keeney Track Times, 7 Coln Head 69.50 Models 10.00 Fortune Convertible to 34.50 Free Play or Payout Write Bally Long Champ (Large) Bally Solitaire Flicker 34.50 I Rock -0Ia '40 Super 350.00 Skylark Write 29.50 Thistledown $65.00 Stoner's Zippers, Payout Late Jumbo Parades, Like New, Convertible ta Free Play 1 Rock -Ola '39 Deluxe 275.00 Fairgrounds 29.50 174.50 Preakness 29.60 or Payout Club Bell, Bally Convertible 249.50 2 Seeburg Wireless Strollers. Ea 45.00 Gold Cup 49.50 79.150 Sport Special 149.50 Jumbo Parade, Free Play 7 Head, Slant Top 79.60 5 Seeburg Wireless Speakers. Ea 50.00 Late 1939 Mills 1 -2.3, Parlay Races, Coin Late 'Em, 7 Coln Late Head, Slant Top 79.50 Free Play, completely Pick 64.50 reconditioned and over- Rolette Jr. Rebuilt 7 Coin Slant Type, New Hd 149.50 SLOTS hauled by Mills, In Galloping Domino, 29.50 original crates, animal Jennings Good Luck 10 Sc Mills Brown Fronts, C.H., Ea. $210.00 Field, with Daily Double Feature, 7 Coln Hd. 69.50 reels 79.50 Bally Skill 89.50 1 Sc Mills Bonus Bell 225.00 Jennings Fastime, Free Play or Payout 1939 1-2-3, Payout 39.50 Track 89.50 2 5c Jennings Chrome Bells, Mas- Gold Medal ..... 49.50 Paces Reels, Payout ...$94.501 Bally Ray's ters, Ea. 225.00 Track Record, Gottlieb, Free Play 89.50 SLOTS 1 5c Jennings Chrome Bell, Super 225.00 Q.T.'s, Recondltloned & We also have completely recon- Grand National 89.50 over 1 Sc Jennings Chrome Bell, Regular 225.00 Repainted, 5¢ 579.50 ditioned War Eagles, done Grand Stand 69.50 original Mills Copper 6 5c Vest Pockets, Ea. 45.00 Grand Prize 49.50 10¢ 94,60 In the Columbias, Gold Award, Chrome Finish, with new cabi- Bally Stables 39.50 handles, new reel Jennings Flicker 39.50 Cie. Reels, Convertible nets, club PHOTOMATICS t to 1, 5, 10 & 25¢, strips, new wooden cabinets, 1940 1.2.3, Free Play, exceptionally attractive, 5. 10 5 LATE MODEL PHOTOMATICS Backboard, Like Cannot Be Told From -IN- Slant & 25¢ play . Write SIDE LITES CLEAN. New 129.50 New 79.50 -VERY Pace Comets Jennings 25¢ Club Con- 60.000 PAPER FRAMES 100,000 5¢ 84.50 soles .. Write - MISCELLANEOUS Blue METAL FRAMES. LARGE QUANTITY 10¢ 94.50 Mills Vest Pockets, Wed Coln Chutes, Reg- 25¢ 124.50 & Gold $52.50 OF CHEMICALS -WRITE OR WIRE. ular or Free Play 5 1.75 Mills 25¢ $lot Console. Write Pace Rockets, Slugproof Jennings Club Special New A.B.T. Free Play, 54 149.50 149.50 Coln Chutes 3.95 5¢ pt 159.50 10¢ 169.50 ARCADE EQUIPMENT Main Clock Gears for Pace Deluxe, Slugproof Jennings Silver Chief Mills Slot Clocks, 5¢ 109.60 5¢ Play 149.50 1 Periscope $375.00 Completo 2.95 104 129.50 Bally Reliance (Dice 3 Slap the Japs, Ea. 140.00 Mills Second Gears for Caille Playboy or Com- Game) . 39.50 2 Shoot the Bulls, Ea. 100.00 Use on Mills Slot mander, 5¢ 59.50 Mills Dice Game, 25¢ 2 Keeney Submarine Guns, Ea. 195.00 Clocks 1.75 Caille Club Console, 10¢ Write play, complete with stand 79.50 1 95.00 Ball Caille Deluxe Console, Western Baseball Genuine Mills Pln Write Write for our attractive prices Ten Ea. 60.00 Clocks 2.75 5¢ 2 Strikes, 10¢ Write on lato Slots, Blue Fronts, 1 Skeeballette 85.00 Vanes Slug Ejectors, Moon Brown Fronts, Capper Chromos, Perfect Condition 12.50 Jennings Silver etc. 1 Hockey 210.00 Club, '41 Model, 10¢ Write Silver Chromes, 4 Bells, 1 10c Astrology 100.00 Bally Pin Ball Motors, MUSIC 1 1Oc Astroscope 100.00 New .... 9.75 Twin 12 Wurlitzer In Metal Plamor Cabinet, good condl- 1 Fortune Machines, Rowe, Madame Neville Gypsy Cigarette lion, complete with adapter $149.50 125.00 White, 10 Col., Late 94.50 Packard Teller 1 Wurlitzer Model 24, burled job, complete with 1 Exhibit Bicycle 100.00 Cigarette Machines, Rowe, 194,50 49.50 Adapter 1 Mills Punching Bag 150.00 White, 8 Column 1941 Singing Tower, 20 Selection, excellent condition, complete with adapter, wire and 3 boxes 495.00 1 Hurdle Hop 65.00 New Stance Power Trans- 29.50 formers, for use on coin Seeburg Playboys, used 10 Exhibit Type Liteup Card Vendors, perfect cond. 29.50 35.00 machine games, Primary Used W.S. -2Z Seeburg Wireless Wallomatic, Each 116 Volts, 50 -60 Cycles, Packard Boxes 1 35.00 Skee jump Secondary 6 -20 -25 V, ORIGINAL CARTONS 6 New Supreme X -Ray Pokers, Ea 135.00 4.96 NEW IN eP 4506 ... D.S. -20 -10 Z Seeburg 3 Wire 5, 10 & 25¢ Well Boxes ..$55,00 1 85.00 Watling Low Boy Scale Daval Bumper Bowling, D.8. -20 -1 Z, 5¢ only. 3 Wire Seeburg Wall Boxes 35.00 NEW TAIL GUNNERS 295.00 equipped with Vanes. 94.50 3 Wire Ratproof Cable, sold with above boxes, Ft. .15 14 Ft. Rock -o -Ball, Step Selector 5520 -1 Three Wire System Adapters 35.00 crating $25 additional 79.50 Model S Electric Selectors 19.50 Western Baseball, Liteup U.S.R. -2 Universal Electric Receiver for converting to WURLITZER SKEE BALLS Backboard 49.50 remote 84.50 T -5 Z, T -3 Z, T -5 ZA 14,50 82 Volt D.C. Convertors 19.50 Transmitters 49.50 4 HIGH SCORE 32 Volt Motors 14.50 S.O. -20 Z Wireless Remote Speakers 4 REGULAR AND 1/3 Deposit -Balance C. O. D. Phonographs and Accessories 1 HIGH SCORE (Damaged) State Distributor for Seeburg $1700.00 FOR THE LOT CRATED Please address Mail to Milwaukee 8, Wis. COIN MACHINE TERMS: t/z Deposit With ALL Orders - Balance C. O. D. COMPANY

CLEVELAND COIN MACHINE EXCHANGE 2021 PROSPECT AVE., CLEVELAND 15, 0. Phone: PRospect 6316 -7 All Orders Shipped SALESBOARDS Same Day Received ONE BALL FREE PLAY Average Price AND SLOTS Holes Play Description Profit Net 240 25¢ SHORT & SWEET, JUMBO HOLES ;30.10 $2.25 Pimlico $350.00 SWEET, JUMBO HOLES 52.30 2.25 240 50f SHORT & .86 '41 Derby 300.00 400 5¢ LUCKY BUCKS, DEFINITE PROFIT 7.00 WANT Sport Special 165.00 720 5¢ SEVEN- ELEVEN, DICE SYMBOLS 15.75 2.50 BABY BELL, SLOT SYMBOLS 17.37 1.75 Contest 150.00 720 5¢ 29.45 3.10 Triple Entry 125.00 1000 5¢ GET YOUR PIECE, THICK, PROT. 1200 5¢ TEN BIG FINS, THIN. JUMBO HOLES 35.20 2.50 TO BUY Jennings SOc Club Console 600.00 1200 5¢ VICTORY BELL, THICK, JUMBO HOLES 38.57 3.60 Jennings Triplex 135.00 1200 25¢ HAPPY CHARLEY, THICK, PROT. 77.00 3.00 PIN BALL CAMES PROT. 102.28 9.00 FREE PLAY Pace 50e All Stars 300.00 1200 25¢ TEXAS CHARLEY, THICK, 4.80 Columbia I. P. Bells 75.00 1500 25¢ KEEP PITCHING, Thick, Prot.. Jumbo Holes 119.00 PHONOGRAPHS Caille A. C., 7 Way 350.00 WRITE FOR OUR LATEST PRICE LIST Blue Grass 175.00 1¢, 2¢ or 6¢. EQUIPMENT Large Stock Plain, Tip, Definite, Jackpot Boards and all kinds of Cigarette Boards, ARCADE As Stock Is Constantly Changing, We Suggest Stating your requirements. 25,,- deposit with all orders- balance C. O. D. Wiring Deposit. SEEBURG WIRELESS TERMS: 1/3 Deposit, Balance O. O. D. MICHIGAN CITY NOVELTY CO,, BOX 66, MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA BAROMATICS or WALLOMATICS AUTOMATIC and SCALES COIN MACHINE CORP. NOVELTY 898 Chestnut St., SPRINGFIELD, MASS. We CO., INC. Phone 4.1100. Call Between 12 and 1 g SPECIALS 1903 Washington Blvd. ST. LOUIS, M3. At Noort (E.W. Time) Phone: 5 Parades, 9- Sc Mills Mint Venders, -lumbo Central 9292 ` Free Play $ 75.00 Free Play $ 60.00 0 110.00 0 0 2 -25c Mills Mint Venders, 1- Silver Moon, Free Play 49.50 Free Play ...... 100.00 1 -Sugar King 0 WANTED P 2 Days 25.00 0 WANTED FOR CASH! 0 1 -10e Mills Mint Venders, -Derby ANY QUANTITY OF ROLLED SLOT 19.50 Free Play 85.00 1- Dominette PHOTOMATICS PANORAMS MACHINE MINTS - 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. O. D. PHOTOMATONS State Serial Number and Condition In 511 Clematislematis Avenue First Letter. Stewart Novelty Sales Co. Palm Beach, Fla. BEACH NOVELTY CO. We=t P PHIL COULD f Brooklyn, 110 South Tejon St., Colorado Springs, Colo. Note New 1 220 E. 18th St., N.Y. Tel. West Palm Beach 3931 -9577 Address 1 Buckminster 4.8100 Phone Ma 5593 s_`__rte._w_w_ _ _ _ r` u,w__meow,:a`

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240 HOLES Order No. 240

Short and Sweet-25c Play

TAKES IN 240 @ 25c, $60.00. PAYS OUT $29.90 -$2S Top.

PROFIT: $30.10

Order No. 240 Short. and Sweet - 50d P I a y. Takes In $120. Pays Out $67.70- $50 Top. LD AWARD Profit: $52.30 Order No. 240 Short & Sweet- Wide Fruit or Cigarette Reels. $1.00 Play. Takes In $240. Parys Out Gold Award on Jackpot Combination. $Profit: $9150TH Concealed Rear Payout Easily Con- vertible to Front Payout. Separate Cash Box for Operator. Slug Proof. GARDNER & CO. 2309 ARCHER .. Complete with parts for conversion CHICAGO to lc, 10c or 25c play ... 1273° (Lots of 5, $122.50) Games that * et the Pplay Y 1/3 Deposit, Balance C. O. D. Converted from UANTITY LIMITED! STREAMLINER e e e e S T A R S Converted from GRAND CANYON . DOUBLE PLAY ELTY CO. Converted from RMitage 5005 CHICAGO 47 SANTA FE WEST WIND Converted from 4704 Cass Ave., DETROIT BRAZIL DO - RE - MI Ave., PITTSBURGH Converted from ARIZONA SUN BEAM Converted from Y LAST! MIDWAY Z O M B I E SEE YOUR DISTRIBUTOR NOW OR WRITE DIRECT AFRICAN MANi1FACTIIRING COMPANY GOLF 6123 -25 N. AVENUE CHICAGO The IDEAL 1WESTERN COUNTER GAMIE NO SLOT-NO TAXI A complete Casino Game with top appeal and money -making power for counter play! SPECIAL Malmo finish. Beautiful 6-Dolor plate-glass top. Perfect ALSO AVAILABLE: NON -BREAKABLE dice under glass. Sealed agitator affords perfect protection for location! Game size: 16 "x38 "x2 ". HI -LO CHUCK -LUCK MIAMI COLOR GAME Write Free in PLASTIC REPLACEMENT PARTS for descriptive folder full color MONTE CARLO -CROWN & ANCHOR (Specify "Left" or "Right" as you face phonograph) 1520 -1530 W. ADAMS STREET Wurf. 750 Top Corners $6.75 Each Wurl. 950 Lower Sides $8.00 Each H. C.. E`'ANS & CO., CHICAGO 7, ILL. Wurl. 750 Bottom Corners 6.75 Each Rock -Ola Top Corners For: Wu,I. 850 Top Corners 6.75 Each Standard, Masters, Deluxe, Wurl. 850 Bottom Corners 6.75 Each Super 7.50 Each SHEET PLASTICS 60 Gauge (Thickness of New Half Dollar). Per Sheet $14.50 80 Gauge (Thickness of New Silver Dollar). Per Sheet 20.00 Colors: Red, Yellow or Green. Size of Sheet: 20 "x50 ". ELECTRIC WELDER , ,, The Magic Electric Welder makes it easy for ORDER NOW! FIRST COME -FIRST SERVED! you to do a professional welding job with Terms: 1/3 deposit, balance C. O. D. Checks acceptable. very little practice. There is nothing diffi- cult to learn; no technical training is re- Full Remittance Saves C. O. D. Charges. quired. Absolutely safe to use -no fumes, no mess. Just plug it in any 110 volt A.C. or 1451 BROADWAY D.C. Socket and you are ready to work. Complete instructions with each set. Han- DURAL PLASTIC C NEW YORK 18, N. Y. dles Aluminum, Bass, Copper, Iron, Steel and other metals.

$19.95 RED, WHITE AND BLUE -2160 BREAK TAB TERMS: 1 /3 Deposit With Order, Balance C. O. D. CARDBOARD TICKETS, JAR DEAL TICKETS WRITE FOR PRICE LIST OF PARTS, SUPPLIES, TUBES, FUSES, WIRE, ETC., ETC. All tickets when sold at Sc make $36.00 profit; when sold at 10c $72.00 profit. Price 100 lots, $1.40 each; dozen lots, $1.60 each; less than dozen lots, $1.75 each. ECONOMY SUPPLY COMPANY Send for FREE SAMPLE of Our Ticket 615 TENTH AVE., NEW YORK CITY (Phone BRyant 9 -3295) MICHIGAN CITY NOVELTY CO. BOX 66, MICHIGAN CITY, INDIANA

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and complete "CHICKEN SAM " -Change -over to LOS ANGELES MILWAUKEE The most thorough "JAP" Ray Guns -in the U. S. A. SEE BADGER'S BARGAINS SEE BILL HAPPEL CARL HAPPEL "SHOOT THE JAP" "OFTEN A FEW DOLLARS LESS- SELDOM A PENNY MORE" RAY -O -LITE GUNS NEW AMUSEMENT MACHINES NOW "Cupids Wheel" Love Teller ..$29S.00 New "Selectorscope" Fortune Teller ..$375.00 New "Shoot Your Way to Tokyo" . 330.00 New "Tall Gunner," Outstanding Gun . 325.00 Balance C. O. D. $119.50 New "Skee Ball" Bowling Sensation .. 249.50 New "Periscope" New and Different .. 395.00 $119.501/3 Deposit, New Tokyo Raider 895.00 New Jap Sky Fighter 895.00 (Drlvemoblie Conversion) (Sky Fighter Conversion) The most thorough and complete "CHICKEN SAM" Change - in the U. S. A. "SHOOT THE JAP" MILLS PANORAMS SOUNDIES Over to "JAP" Ray -Guns COMPLETELY RECONDITIONED, REBUILT AND REFINISHED LIKE NEW. Ray -O -Lite Guns. A MONEY -MAKER right from the start. BEAUTIFULLY CONVERTED FOR ARCADES. PRICE ONLY $450.00. Appearance and performance equal to a brand new machine. Factory- trained mechanics -expert cabinetmakers see to it NEW PHONOGRAPH MECHANISM CABINETS that every re- conditioned Seeburg "CHICKEN SAM" Ray - MODERNIZED REPLACEMENT CABINETS. GLAMOROUS DESIGN, BEAUTIFULLY ILLUMINATED MODERNISTIC GLASS PANELING, CABINET NATURAL FINISHED Gun leaves our shop in perfect condition. Amplifiers -Tubes WOOD, EXQUISITELY GRAINED. ADAPTABLE FOR ANY TWIN (12) 20 OR 24 RECORD MECHANISMS. SPECIAL PRICE, $59.50. ONLY A LIMITED SUPPLY AVAIL- -Cables -every part is thoroughly checked and tested and ABLE. cabinets finished in solid Blue lacquer with Black trim. RECONDITIONED ARCADE EQUIPMENT Our "Jap" Ray -Guns make friends with every operator be- Seeburg Shoot -the- Chutes $179.50 Bally Rapid Fire $225.00 Caille Push or Hug 89.50 New Axis Rats, Chicken Sam, Refinished. cause they look and perform like new and make money right Caille Push or Grip 89.50 New Rock -o -Lite 179.50 Check National O.K. Fighter 159.50 Scientific Batting Practice 129.50 i from the start. Send us your Certified for $175.00 Keeney Submarine 225.00 Evans Play Ball 225.00 Rotary Merchandisers 189.50 Exhibit Bicycle Trainer 125.00 to save C. O. D. charges, or $60.00 with your order -balance Casino Golf 39.50 Genco Play Ball 189.50 Scientific Upright Baseball 129.50 Keeney Anti -Aircraft IRefin.) 79.50 of $119.50 C. O. D. Pikes Peaks 16.50 Exhibit Card Vender 29.50 Gottlieb 3 -Way Gripper 16.50 New 2c A.B.T. Coin Slots 3.95 Mills Flip Skill 49.50 Panoram Conversion 32.50 Exhibit Bull's Eye 89.50 Bally Bull (Refinished) 124.50 Keeney Texas Leaguer 39.50 Jennings Roll -In- the - Barrel 169.50 "RADIO TUBES" We have many different radio tube numbers for the Coin Machine Industry. NEWLY REFURBISHED "SPORTSMAN," $495.00 r------____.-Write for our price list now. Sign Enclosed Consumer's Certificate. Eir RECONDITIONED SLOTS AND CONSOLES CONSUMER'S CERTIFICATE 10 Mills Geld Chrome, sd 14 Mills Blue Fonts, 50 8 Mille Four Bells, Rebuilt, (s) on New I hereby certify that the part specified this order are i 2 Mills Gold Chrome, 100 12 Mills Blue Fronts, 100 Cabinets 4 Mills Gold Chrome, 260 10 Mills Blue Fronts, 250 5 Mills Three Bells needed repair - 4 Mills Regular Chrome, 5d 2 Mills Blue Fronts, 500 2 Keeney Super 2 -Ways, Cosh essential for presently of electronic equip 1 Mills Regular Chrome, 100 1 Mills Chewy Bell, 50 8 Keeney Super (Comb.) 2 Mills Regular Chrome, 250 1 Mills Cherry Bell, 250 12 Mills Jumbo (Comb.) ment which I own or operate. 3 Mills Brown Fronts, 50 4 Jennings Silver Chief, 50 1 Bally Sun Ray, Free Play 2 Mille Brown Fronts, 100 1 Jennings Silver Chief, 100 1 Evans Dominoes, Late '41 5 Mills Brown Fronts, 250 1 Jennings Silver Chief, 250 2'41 Bangtails, Late, J. P. 8 Blue Crackle Q.T., 50 6 Jennings Chiefs, 50 5 Bally Club Bells NAME 1 Mills Green Q.T., 100 1 Jennings Chief, 100 e Baker's Pacer, D.D., Late 1 Glitter Gold Q.T., 10 2 Jennings Chief, 250 1 Baker Pacer, Late 12 Mills V.P. Blue & Gold, 50 2 Jennings Chief, 500 1 Pace Racer, 250 Brown ADDRESS 1 Mille Gold Award, 50 2 Mills Extraordinary, 50 7 Pace Saratoga, '41, Late DATE LJsli, M HB ,00 SLHAETDE $14950 SPECIALMSAND RE UILTHLIKEAl1

BADGER'S RECORD CARRYING CASES GUN LAMPS A STURDY CASE, REINFORCED METAL CORNERS. for SEEBURG Ray Guns 90t PLUSH -LINED, HOLDS 60 RECORDS. PRICE $4.95 SOFT GUN CABLES $1.90 EACH Five -Wire Standard 8 -Ft. Length, Rubber -Covered, Good Quality. WANTED -USED MACHINES- HIGHEST CASH PRICE PAID Send List of Machines you have to sell and let us quote prices PHOTO ELECTRIC CELLS ('CE -23) All Machines Reconditioned, Ready To Operate. 1 /2 Cash With Order, Balance C. O. D. (Can be used on "CHICKEN SAMS," "JAPS," "CHUTES," All Prime F.O.B. Les Angeles. Was Milwaukee fer Special Price Queurtlens. "RAPID FIRES" and other Ray Guns/

BADGER SALES COMPANY BADGER NOVELTY COMPANY 1812 WEST PICO BLVD. 2548 NORTH 30TH STREET LOS ANGELES 15, CALIF. MILWAUKEE 10, WISCONSIN IMMEDIATE DELIVERY i 2A4G TUBES, R. C. A., Individually Boxed . . $2.95

s #928 -R. C. A. PHOTO ELECTRIC CELLS $3.50 GUARDIAN Guns FOR PIN GAME OPERATORS (Non -Directional) for Seeburg Ray - SERVICE KIT Will Shoot All Around. The Original Contact Kit Made by the PIONEER ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS of the Industry. BEWARE OF IMITATIONS Buy Guardian and You Won't Come to Grief ADAPTORS CHAN&E -OVER, 2A4G TO 2051 No. 450-COMPLETE, STILL ONLY.. $7.50 FOR SEEBURG RAY GUNS CONTAINS Silver Points, Phosphor Bronze Leaves, Lifters, Switches, Bakelite Bushings, Separators, Contact Point Adjusters, Brass Rivets, Copper Pig Tail Wire. Fish Papers. Ask for our free Parts and $1.25 (EACH) Supplies Catalog INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING 2A4G WITH 2051 ON SEEBURG No 1200 -New Service Kit . . $14.50 RAY -O -LITE GUNS This New Kit Contains a Very Bandy and Useful Contact Switch Assem- Socket. bling Tool. Value $2.00. Plus 60 EXTRA Assorted Genuine Phosphor 1. Remove 2A4G From Bronze Leaves. Value $4.00, Plus 144 Assorted Silver Contact 2. Plug Adaptor Into 2A4G Socket. Points, Value $6.00, in addition to the Liberal Assortment of Switch Parts Contained in Our Well Known Guardian Contact Kit. 3. Plug 2051 Into Adaptor. 1527 4. Remove 38 Tube and Slip 1 Wire on Each Filament Prong. 5. Plug in 38 Tube and the Machine Is Ready for Operation. PH AF HOIAN30 BLOCK MARBLE CO. PA. SIMPLIFIED INSTRUCTIONS GET IT FROM BLOCK -THEY HAVE IT IN STOCK! ONE WIRE ON EACH TUBE PRONG THAT FITS ON EACH SIDE OF RAISED MARK ON 38 TUBE SOCKET ROTOR TABLES We Repair Cabinets and Re- Condition Amplifiers. Coin- operated game rotates under glass top while players sit with drink, food, etc. 50 play. Every Restaurant wants a table. Games are in first -class condition, thoroughly reconditioned, ready to operate. ONLY A FEW LEFT -$79.50 Chicago Novelty company, Inc. NATIONAL NOVELTY COMPANY 183 MERRICK ROAD, MERRICK, L. I., N. Y. 1348 Newport Avenue Chicago, III.

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Holland's first submarine was driven by a steam engine. It was only 14 feet long and accom- modated only one man. It has been preserved and is on view in the Museum at Paterson, New Jersey. JOHN PHILIP HOLLAND 1840 - 1914

In 1878 in the Passaic River in New Jersey John Holland proved that a ship could sub- merge, cruise unseen and surface at will - and admirals and heads of states the world over went hastily into conference. But-this could never have occurred had not public-spirited people willingly given their money.

American submarines today, thanks to John Holland, are a deadly and indispensable weapon throughout the seven seas. They are being built, as was the first submarine, by funds subscribed by patriots. War bonds are needed to provide not only submarines but every weapon in our arsenal. We need them and we need them now-so pledge yourself to buy an extra bond- today.

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