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Volume 22 November 1985 Number 8 AMICA International JYews Bulletin DOROTHY BROMAGE, PUBLISHER POB 275 CCB (207) 767-4446 Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107

Published by the Automatic Musical Instrument Collectors' CHAPTER OffiCERS Association, a non-profit club devoted to the restoration, FOUNDING CHAPTER IOWA distribution and enjoyment of musical instruments using per­ Pres: Phil McCoy Pres: George Apland forated paper music rolls, AMICA was founded in San Francisco Vice Pres: Isadora Koff Vice Pres: E.H. Breckenfelder in 1963. Treas: Bob Wilcox SeclTreas: Marjorie Apland Sec/Reporter: Jack & Dianne Reporter: Jack Niewoehner Edwards SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA BOSTON AREA Pres: Warren & Rosemary Pres: Judy Welsh Deasy Vice Pres: Michael Potash Vice Pres: Jerry Pell Sec: Bill Koenigsberg Sec: John Candido Treas: Philip Konop Treas: Larry Norman Reporter: Donald Brown Reporter: Jerry Pell

TEXAS NORTHERN LIGHTS Pres: Wade Newton Pres: Jerrilyn Boehland Vice Pres: Lorane Smith Vice Pres: Tom Wordeman SeclTreas: Carole Beckell Sec: Tracy Tolzmann ADVERTISING Reporter: Janet Tonnesen Treas: Robert & Katheryn Classified: 10¢ per word, $1.50 minimum. Duma • All copy must reach the publisher by the 10th of the preceding Reporter: Ruby Ahneman month. Payment must accompany order. Make checks payable MIDWEST SIERRA-NEVADA Pres: Edwin Ward Pres: Bob Pallon to: AMICA INTERNATIONAL. Vice Pres: Liz Barnhart Vice Pres: Vicki Mahr • Checks or money orders from advertisers in foreign €ountries Sec: Lawrence & Margaret SeclTreas: Audrey Winters must be drawn on a U.S. bank. Frazer Reporter: Bob and Sonja Leomon Treas: Alvin Wulfekuhl Display Advertising Reporter: Sue Ricca Full Page 7V2"x10" $100.00 PHILADELPHIA AREA CHICAGO AREA Half page 7V2"x43J.l" SO.OO Pres: Bob Taylor Pres. Mel Septon Vice Pres: Frank Diamond Vice Pres: Marcie Plank/ '-­ 3 Quarter page 3%"x4 J.l " 25.00 Sec: Frank Basil Gloria Taylor • Each photograph or half-tone $7.00 Treas: Len Wert Sec: Jerry Biasella Reporter: Bob Rosencrans Treas: Marty Persky • See Bulletin deadlines on this page. Reporter: Mike Ehart • We recommend display advertisers supply camera-ready copy. SOWNY (SOUTHERN ONTARIO, HEART OF AMERICA WESTERN NY) Copy that is oversized or undersized will be changed to correct Pres: Tom Hellstein Pres: Janet Drewniak Vice Pres: Charles Tyler size at your cost. We can prepare your advertisement from your Vice Pres: Carl Guhlow SeclTreas: Billie Pohl suggested layout at cost. Sec: Chris Barley Reporter: Katie Hellstein Treas: Mike Walter • Payment must accompany order. Typesetting, layout or siie Reporter: Bill McCleary alteration charges will be billed separately. Make checks ROCKY MOUNTAIN SOUTHEAST AREA: payable to: AMICA INTERNATIONAL. Pres: Dick Kroekel Pres: John O'Loughlin Vice Pres: Owanah Wick Vice Pres: Norman Arnold • Checks or money orders from advertisers in foreign countries Sec/Rep: Art Reblitz SeclTreas: David Burke must be drawn on a U.S. bank. Don Wick Reporter; David Burke Treas: Jere DeBacker • All ads will appear on the last pages of the Bulletin at the discretion of the publisher. NEW JERSEY GATEWAY Publication of business advertising in no way implies AMICA's Pres: Oliver Vitakis Pres: Del Sewell endorsement of any commercial operation. However, AMICA Vice Pres: Lenny Finkel Vice Pres: Pau I Stelzner Rec Sec: Millie Freyer SeclTreas: Jean Wiegand reserves the right to refuse any ad that is not in keeping with Corr Sec: Margery Vitakis Reporter: Marilyn McGartland AMICA's general standards or if complaints are received indicating Treas: John Ellems that said business does not serve the best interests of the members Reporter: Richard Groman of AMICA according to its goals and bylaws. BULLETIN DEADLINES FOR 1985 For January/February issue January 10 Single back issues of the For March issue February 10 Bulletin are available from For April issue ...... •...... March 10 the Publisher for $2.00 each. For May/June issue '" .. May 10 For July issue June 10 For August issue July 10 For September/October issue September 10 For November issue October 10 For December issue November 10 AMICA International

INlfRNATlONAL OffICERS 1986 CONVENTION PRESIDENT Terry Smythe (204) 452-2180 PHILADELPHIA, PENN. 547 Waterloo St., Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada R3N on PAST PRESIDENT Robert M. Taylor HOST: Philadelphia Area Chapter (215) 735-2662 1326 Spruce St., #3004, Philadelphia, PA 19107 VICE PRESIDENT Molly Yeckley • Do you wish to become a member of AMICA? (419) 684-5742 Annual fee for u.s. members $22 612 Main St., Castalia, OH 44824 Canada and Mexico (air) $28 SECRETARY Dorothy Olds Other non-U.s. countries (surface) $28 (218) 326-2488 New and lapsed members add processing fee $5 1327 Crystal Springs Rd., Grd Rpds, MN 55744 PUBLISHER Dorothy Bromage • Has your address changedJ (207) 767-4446 Write to Membership Secretary. P.O. Box 275 Cape Cottage Branch, • Do you have a contribution for the Bulletinl Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 All subjects of interest to readers of the Bulletin are MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY Will Wild and Valerie Anderson New memberships encouraged and invited by the Publisher. All articles must (803) 758-8846 be received by the 10th of the preceding month. Every P.O. Box 172, Columbia, SC 29202 attempt will be made to publish all articles of general TREASURER Tom Olds interest to AMICA members at the earliest possible time (218) 326-2488 and at the discretion of the publisher. 1327 Crystal Springs Rd., Grd Rpds, MN 55744 See Bulletin deadlines on previous page BOARD REPRESENTATIVES Founding Chapter: Howie Koff Original Bulletin articles, or material for reprint that is of Southern California: Dick Rigg significant historical quality 'and interest, are encouraged Texas: Haden Vandiver and will be rewarded in the form of AMICA membership Midwest: Vincent Ricca -- . dues discounts. (Chapter reports and Forum inqiJires are Philadelphia Area: Len Wert SOWNY: Rick Drewniak excluded.) Rocky Mountain: Dick Kroeckel New Jersey: John De Paris AMICA International News Bulletin Iowa: Alvin Johnson Volume 22 Number 8 November 1985 Boston Area: Sanford Libman CONTENTS Northern Lights: Lowell Boehland Features Sierra-Nevada: Bob Moore Chicago Area: Jerry Biasella Invite an Honorary Member , 175 Heart of America: Ron Bopp CYSO Takes Its Show on the Road 176 Southeast Area: John O'Loughlin Columbia, Capitol, Supertone Gateway: Del Sewell & Challenge Word Roll Catalog 176 Leo Podolsky , 176 COMMITTEES William Edward Berge 177 TECHNICAL, Mel Luchetti Autographed Pianos 178 3449 Mauricia Ave., Santa Clara, CA 95051 Player Piano Service & Rebuilding 188 ARCHIVES, Jim Weisenborne Encylopedia bf the American Theatre Organ 188 73 Nevada St., Rochester, MI 48063 Charles Herman Steinway 189 PUBLICATIONS, Dorothy Bromage New Improvements to Mechanical and P.O. Box 275 Cape Cottage Branch, Pneumatic Organs 189 Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107 A Handy Dolly for Grands 190 AUDIO-VISUAL Departments AMICA International , 165 Minutes of Board Meeting 166 Minutes of General Meeting 168 AFFILIATED SOCIETIES 1985 AMICA Convention '" .. 170 The Player Piano Group (England) News from the Chapters 181 The North West Player Piano Association (England) Classified Ads 190 Netherlands Mechanical Organ Society - KDV Australian Collectors of Mechanical Musical Instruments The Cover: Henry Z. Steinway, Retired Chairman, Steinway & Sons. Featured Dutch Pianola Association ..../ here, not only for eminence in piano manufacturing, but also as an AMICA Society of Friends of Mechanical Musical Instruments member who took the time to write an article for the Bulletin. See section on (Germanyl autographed pianos - and also note an article by Emmett Ford about Charles Herman Steinway.

* 165 * President's Report; Terry emphasized the foDowing A Tip for Contributors items: to the Bulletin 1. Special commendation for Dorothy Bromage for her efforts in by Dorothy Bromage producing an especially high quality Bulletin for our membership. 2. Also, to Howie Koff, who has been our only chairman of the Bulletin readers find it interesting to see the original source of Audio-Visual Committee, responsible for a fine array of video an item that is used in the Bulletin, when an item is derived from tapes on technical matters and coverage of previous conven­ a document of a current or historical nature. Periodicals, pos­ tions; a special vote of thanks for a job well done. Howie has ters, newspaper clippings and books are examples of sources, submitted a letter of resignation. and the documentation is the name and date (and other per­ 3. In addition to his written report, Terry stated that he has tinent information) of such sources. received a letter of resignation from Secretary Dick Ruetlinger, I appreciate it very much when documentation is included effective upon receipt of the letter. A discussion followed, with an item submitted to me for the Bulletin. The data can be regarding the filling of the Secretary's remaining term. The by­ typeset as a caption below the item. Keep those contributions laws were checked, and the unexpired term may be filled by coming - and keep in mind that many people would like to appointment. Dorothy Olds volunteered and was then appointed know where you got it. and approved unanimously, to fill the position_ As a result, only Tom Olds' name shall appear as Treasurer. There was a discussion regarding an audio-visual bill for 2 copies each of Bethlehem Convention tapes, Rebuilding Ampico &ts~&ts&ts&ts~&ts&ts&ts&tJ&ts and Roll Repairs. A motion was made and seconded by Bob Taylor to pay for the copying and the copies of above mentioned video tapes. Motion carried. Tapes will be placed in AMICA archives. Johnny Honnert made an appearance. AMICA INTERNATIONAL Vice President's Report: Molly Yeckley presented a written BOARD MEETING report and elaborated on the problems encountered and to be MINUTES MICHIGAN INN encountered in the process of revision or restatement of the JULY 17, 19&5 SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN By-Laws. Discussion ensued. The By-Laws have to comply with California requirements for non-profit corporation law; it would Officers Present: Pres. Terry Smythe; Vice Pres. Molly cost at least $700 to rewrite the By-Laws; terminology is "for Yeckley; Acting Secretary Dorothy Olds; lawyers only," which makes it difficult going. How to get mem­ Treasurer Tom Olds; Publisher Dorothy bership approval? Several suggestions for answers to that question Bromage; Past Pres. Bob Taylor, (of Phila­ were presented. President Smythe suggested a liaison of the delphia); Chair. Convention Committee Liz By-Laws committee and the Membership Chairmen and the Barnhart. Publisher to determine a method by which all members would Absent: Membership Secretaries, Will Wild and be informed of proposed changes, attempting to keep the cost Valerie Anderson of same reasonable. The Board officers should each have a copy oT By·Laws and/or also the Board representatives; sug­ Board Represeotatives gested that the latter could review By-Laws with chapter mem­ Present: Texas, Haden Vandiver; Midwest, Vince bers to inform them of proposed changes. Ricca; Rocky Mountain, Larry Kerecman, New Jersey, John F. DeParis, Jr.; Heart of Secretary's Report: President Terry Smythe presented the America, Ron Connor, (proxy for Ron report in the absence of Dick Reutlinger. Briefly; All techni­ Bopp); Northern Lights, Tom Olds, (proxy calities bulletins have been sent for the past two years and all for Lowell Boehland); Boston Area, Sanford fees accounted for and sent to our Treasurer in a separate Libman. mailing. The only question regarding the report was who will Absent: Founding Chapter, Howie Koff; So. Cali­ send the technicalities in the future? That question will be fornia, Dick Rigg; SOWNY, Rick Drewniak; resolved with the President and the Publisher. Iowa, AI Johnson; Sierra Nevada, Bob Moore; Chicago Area, Jerry Biasella; South­ Treasurer's Report: Written report presented and elaborated east Area, John O'Loughlin; Gateway, Del upon by Tom Olds. There is a deficit of $7,266.11 in our Sewell; Philadelphia Area, Len Wert. International account. The combined AMICA and chapter Guests: Mel Septon, Bob Rosencrans, Dennis accounting showed a deficit of $5,244.18. Valente, George Wilder Discussion followed regarding monies not spent for lawyer fees and for brochures. Motion by Tom Olds, with a second by 2:20P.M. Bob Taylor to carry the amount forward for the same purposes. Meeting called to order by President Terry Smythe, with eleven Another discussion ensued regarding methods of recruiting new voting members present, constituting a quorum. members, printing of new brochures and method of distributing In the absence of the secretary, Terry requested that the 1984 the brochures. T. Olds stated that the Northern Lights Chapter minutes be approved as presented. However, the board mem­ had printed up their own brochure and one of our members bers had not received copies. Mel Septon volunteered to get who was exhibiting his instruments at the state fair had them copies made while the meeting continued. there for distribution. D. Bromage thought that an attractive

* 166 * brochure from International could be utilized by the chapters in Convention Co-ordinator: Liz Barnhart presented a list of the same manner. The cost of a glossy, colorful brochure is guidelines for chapters that host future conventions. Terry quite expensive. Terry thought that possibly an "angel" could be requested that Liz evaluate which chapters have not hosted a found to provide funds for such a brochure. Other suggestions convention, and which are receptive and/or comfortable with for use of a brochure to inform potential members about our hosting a convention. club were; placing them in museums, with roll companies .-.: sending one with each order for rolls and of course the direct, Nominations Committee for 1986 Officers. Bob Taylor; personal approach in assisting potential members in joining. He asked to be relieved of the position of chairman of the Motion to modify the Treasurer's report to carry forward the committee because of committments to the '86 convention. unspent $1,000.00 lawyers fee and also carry forward $2,000.00 Molly stated that she had had contact with a John Grant, New of the budgeted brochure fund, to the 1986 budget, by Tom Jersey, who would be willing to serve on the nominating Olds, Second by -?- Motion carried. Terry will pursue the finding committee. Terry will contact other committee members who of a corporate "angel," to have a modest brochure printed at no can then elect a chairman. cost to the organization. 1986 Board Meetins/Convention: Bob Taylor reporting that Publishers Report; presented by Dorothy Bromage. the convention will be in Philadelphia, at the Belvue Stratford There will be a color cover on the September/October Hotel, on Friday June 20, through Sunday June 22. (Thursday, Bulletin. Chapter reports are generally in compliance with the board meeting.) Attractions will include Longwood Gardens By-Laws, although there are four chapters that have not reported with a dinner and organ concert plus the colorful display of the a minimum of four times a year. They are NEW JERSEY, water fountains. Bob Rosencrans will host a dinner on Saturday SIERRA.NEVADA, SOUTHEAST AREA AND BOSTON following the membership meeting and mart/technical sessions. AREA. She has made some guidelines for contributors and they It will also be the 100th aniversary of George Boule. His wife is will be published. There will be 9 Bulletins this year. She has still living (widow); she is a music teacher and has attended been publishing a small item about other organizations, such as some meetings. There will also be open houses following the the ORGAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY and the REED ORGAN convention. SOCIETY and she plans to ask them to reciprocate. Molly stated that the higher registration fees are due to the The printer in Maine is less expensive than in California. cost of the meals and transportation. There is a mailing service available, which she is taking advantage Terry moved to commend and accept the Philadelphia of, which costs 4 cents per copy and is much more efficient that Chapter's offer to host the convention. Second by Molly. the old way. Also, a copy of the Bulletin will be going to the Motion carried. UBRARY OF CONGRESS at their request. The fee' for bulk mailing will be increasing by $11.00 in February, 1986. Bound The Minutes of the 1984 Board and General Meeting copies of the 1984 Bulletins have been sent to Mary Lilien. were Presented. If any errors or omissions are noted, notify Dorothy is working on another 3-year index. Occasionally, she the secretary by Thursday, July 18, 1985, before 6:00 PM. _. . receives inquiries about the club and sends "From Carillon to Motion by Bob Taylor to accept the minutes as presented and Ampichron." She has some concern about foreign membership. corrections made as stated. Motion carried. CORRECTION. Fees are higher for them, due to mailing costs, but we may lose John F. DeParis, Jr. was omitted from attendance list. some members, because of the dollar rate. Publishers report Other Business: accepted as presented. 1. Question regarding honorary membership of Herman Kortlander. Archives Committee: no report. Need to contact Will and Valerie before the general meeting to determine if he is/or has been placed on Honorary Members Membership Secretary's Report. Read by Terry Smythe. list. As of July 10, 1985 there were 1347 aCtive members, 3.2 2. Reimbursement to D. Bromage for the difference in cost of honorary members and 87 from foreign countries. During the computer and amount authorized. Moved by Ron Connor, renewal period, 182 did not renew. 549 currently belong to a second by Molly Yeckley to pay the difference of $259.28 chapter and there are 798 members who are not affiliated with Motion carried. any chapter. We have gained 148 new members since January 3. Membership Chairpersons are requesting a computer in the 1, 1985. A discussion ensued regarding dropouts. MBSI has a cost range of $2,000.00. (Present computer usage will no longer dropout rate considerably in excess of AMICA's. One reason be available, may be terminated soon.) Much discussion followed. expressed for the dropping membership is change of area of Three kinds of computers are mentioned; IBMjPXT without a interest. An interesting note would be to know why people join printer' for $2,500.00; and IBEX7150, about $1,100.00; and a the organization, what the expectations are, how they learned TANDY at $1,400.00. Those who are familiar with computers of the organization. This could be the responsibility of public recommend a Tandy. relations committee, to promote follow-up on dropouts. Discussion suggested that we need to have a computer Honoraries were discussed. D. Bromage stated that most are available on a permanent basis, rather than "borrowing" computer delighted to have been "discovered" and recognized as having time. A modem is needed that would fit the membership list, contributed to our hobby. Without them we would not have this and we would always need a membership secretary and publisher organization. A1f Werolin showed genuine interest in the Honor­ who are familiar with computers. Recommend condition of aries and in so doing, he persuaded many to become Honorary approval be up to $2,000.00 and not spend the money until it is Members. Terry suggested that all honoraries be invited to absolutely necessary. Could part of the money, that had been reach back into their memories and share some of that musical allocated for brochures which had not been spent, be trans­ / background with us. This may be a task for a past president. ferred, to be used for the computer? Terry has been handling a THIS BEING THE LAST COMMllTEE REPORT, Pres. now defunct computer (IBX). We could save money with the Smy,he requested a motion to approve reports. MOTION by current rate of exchange in Canada for U.S. dollars at 37%. Bob Taylor to accept reports as presented. Motion carried. Other pros and cons were presented. Motion by Bob Taylor to * 167 * allocate $2,000.00 Motion carried. Terry asked for a committee which will consist of Sandy Libman, Larry Kerecman, Dorothy Bromage and Terry Smythe. Dorothy aids, co-chair of the combined AMICA-MBSI 1987 Convention gave a brief report regarding tentative plans for the convention. A slide-tape presentation will be shown at the " general membership meeting, with some of the preliminary highlights. Regarding seed money; Tom aIds stated that the committee treasurer is having a bit of a problem due to the fact that AMICA offers $500.00 and supposedly MBSI will allow $4,000.00, with no strings attached. The question arises as to how and which organization will report these funds to the IRS? Terry stated that he had spoken to Ron Bopp, yesterday, regarding MBSI funds for convention. Ron Bopp states that there is no limit on the amount available and approved, but the host chapter needs to apply requesting the amount needed and how it is to be used; it is an interest-free loan. The only difference between the two organizations' seed money is the amount. R. Bopp also stated that for the past few years the host chapters for MBSI conventions have not needed to use those funds, because the host chapters have been able to raise funds among their members. The host chapters will need to work out a plan, as to how the funds will be combined/split as the case At the Board meeting, Vice President Molly Yeckley deals with the may be, and perhaps a financial advisor may be needed. Bob ineuitable paper work. Taylor recommended that Terry and Ron Bopp have a close communication with Tom aids and Ron Olsen. Other sugges­ tions were also presented. However, the above suggestion will prevail. Other concerns, for which there are no answers at present, will be tabled. 1988 convention will be a 25th anniversary convention with the Founding Chapter hosting. ..,-­ Motion to adjourn, I Meeting adjourned at 6:00 P.M. Respectfully submitted by Dorothy M. aIds Secretary

Dorothy aids started the Board meeting as Co-treasurer with husband, Tom, but was quickly chosen to be Secretary, replacing Dick Reutlinger: Tom now guards the treasury by himself.

JULY 19, 1985 MICHIGAN INN MINUTES SOUTHFIELD, MICHIGAN AMICAINTERNATIONAL GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING

9:50 AM. Meeting called to order by President Terry Smythe The first order of business; correction of 1984 Board minutes. r Add John DeParis, Jr. name to attendance list. Reports of officers and committee chairs will be published in the Bulletin. The Detroit Yacht Club. * 168 * some sort of mechanism put into place for gifts and bequests, RESIGNATIONS: 1. Howie Koff as Audio-Visual Chairman. something that we all feel very strangely about. Of course, if Terry read a letter of commendation for a job well done. someone wants to donate a building for a museum, one pre­ 2. Dick Reutlinger, as Secretary. Dick has done a splendid job ferably with air conditioning, we wouldn't tum it down. Terry and we all appreciate his efforts. Terry will prepare a note for has a lovely story to tell you about Mr. Nethercutt. the Bulletin, in appreciation. TERRY RELATED A STORY ABOUT MR. NETHER· 3. Bob Taylor, Philadelphia, as a member of the Nominations CUlT. He was honored in Kenora Ontario, Canada for a Committee. 1lle new member will be recruited very shortly. substantial contribution to the local hospital. And following the Next year at this time we will be voting for major new executives, ceremony he was heard to say on TV, "They could have had and the Nominating Committee will be approaching Board more, ... but they didn't ask." reps for suggestions for nominations. TRANSFER OF AMlCA BANNER; This will be done at the SECRETARY REPLACEMENT: By-laws require that the farewell breakfast. (The Rocky Mountain Chapter had planned Secretary be replaced for the balance of the term. At the Board to host the 1986 meeting, but had to decline because of the meeting Terry expressed the desire for a volunteer; rather than distances between members in that area, making if difficult for a "railroad" appointment. Dorothy aids, Northern Lights Chap­ them to meet as needed to plan an annual meeting.) However, ter, volunteered, and the Board accepted and approved the the Philadelphia Chapter will be hosting the annual meeting in appointment to fill the remaining term of International Secretary. 1986. Terry expressed commendation to that chapter for accept­ (She was former Co-Treasurer) ing the challenge. FINANCIAL DECISIONS: Terry requested the membership BOB TAYLOR gave us a brief run-down on what we will be to ratify the decisions expressed by the Board reps and the treated to in 1986 ... June 19-22. J. Hoffman home ... Phila­ executives. 1lle four decisions are as follows: (two of the delphia . . . Longwood Gardens, with an organ concert and decisions were from last year where monies were not expended. dinner with a gorgeous spectacular display of the fountains in If a decision is not renewed, the monies will lapse.) color. Saturday . . . marts, business meeting and then to the 1. The purchase and production of an information brochure for Bob Rosencrans home for dinner. AND possibly a night with AMICA, to interest potential new members. (Possibility of some the Philadelphia Orchestra! member(s) underwriting the production at a more modest cost AMlCA/MBSI 1987 JOINT CONVENTION in the Twin or at no cost at alI:) Amount of $2000.00. Cities of MINNEAPOUS AND S1. PAUL, MINNESOTA; 2. Legal fees allotted to a California firm that is skilled in matters Jerrilyn Boehland, Chairman of the Northern Lights Chapter dealing with non-profit associations under the laws of California, and Dorothy aids Co-Chair of the 1987 Convention Committee up to $1000.00. gave a slide-tape presentation of some things tentatively planned 3. Computer: Difference in a. mount allotted last year, and the and invited everyone to make plans to attend. actual cost of the computer purchased by D. Bromage, is CONVENTION CHAIRPERSON, UZ BARNHART gave $259.28. a brief statement regarding the AMICA convention guidelines 4. Computer for Membership Chairmen: Will Wild and Valerie which have been given to each Board rep to take back to their Anderson can no longer have free access to the computer, respective chapters. These will be sent to those chapters who which they are now using, and they are requesting a computer do not have a representative here. She stated that she hopes to for membership system. Much discussion ensued at the Board initiate a "five year plan" to have future convention hosts meeting. A committee was appointed, consisting of Sandy scheduled that far in advance. Libman, larry Kerecman, Dorothy Bromage and Terry Smythe Motion to adjourn by Ed Joswick, seconded by J. Connors. who will work closely with the Membership Chairpersons. Meeting adjourned. Purchase of computer is contingent on approval of expenditure up to $2000.00. Respectfully submitted by Terry asked for questions and/or discussion. There being none, Dorothy aids, Secretary he asked for a vote in favor of ratifying the above four decisions. The vote to ratify was unanimous. BY·LAWS STATUS: Molly Yeckley stated that the By-laws Committee is presently working with a law firm in San Diego, California, because we are under charter in the state of Cali­ fornia, and it has recently changed its requirements for non­ profit organizations. So what we are doing is, as our lawyer says, "restating our by-laws," to conform with the California tax 1906 ACME LEHIGH STOVE exempt requirement. We do have a federal exempt status, SZUS which comes in very handy, and some people have said "Couldn't we change to another state?" But this is a tradition associated with AMICA being founded in San Francisco and we need to leave that the way it is. We hope to have a package put together in time for a draft to be sent out with renewal forms, probably in November or December. So, if anyone has anything they would like to have different, please write, call or see Molly and let her know what your wishes are. Probably the trickiest thing she has ever tried to do is think for 1400 people. If it is published in the Bulletin it will be the bulkiest thing you've ever seen. We have to retain the legal language. The purpose of restating the by-laws is to retain our 503C status. There will be

* 169 * 1985 AMICA Convention, and we made so much noise we were forced to close, by the management. Can it be not everyone shares our Jove of musical Detroit, Michigan instruments in the wee hours of the morning? July 17 - July 21, 1985 Friday, the General Membership Meeting was held. The Mart by Sue Ricca opened again. We were entertained by two Honorary members Ruth Bingaman Smith and Johnny Honnert. We were' all s~ The Convention began with the International Board Meeting fortunate to have them with us. Johnny played the piano often for Wednesday afternoon at the Michigan Inn. There were plenty of us and they both told of their early lives and how they began their luxuries available to those of us who arrived early and did not have roll making careers. to attend this Board Meeting, an indoor-outdoor pool, saunas, Ruth paid tribute to Ursula Dietrich-Hollinshed who passed away tennis courts, even a putting green as well as a lounge which earlier this year, and Bill Eicher gave a memorial in memory of served a most delicious "Happy Hour." Ed Joswick arranged for Henry Lange who also passed away this year. the early arrivers to have dinner at The Detroit Yacht Club on The evening was spent at Car-Rail Museum. As the name Belle Isle. This club was organized in 1868 and is one of the oldest implies, it is a museum devoted to the preservation of antique cars and largest yacht clubs in the world today. The present building, and trains. There were dozens of beautifully restored vintage styled like a palatial villa on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea automobiles, model trains of many scales, a four lane bowling alley was built on a man-made island in the Detroit River in 1922. complete with balls and shoes, an Aeolian pipe organ, two game Thursday was the start of registration and the opening of the rooms, a restored Ampico grand, nickelodeons and much more. Mart in the morning, then busses took us to tour the Henry Ford We concluded the evening back at the hotel. Many of us gathered Museum and Greenfield Village. The museum featured 12 acres of around Jim Weisenborne's 7' Mason & Hamlin, Ampico grand and world renowned collections which reflect the dynamic growth of Harold Malakinian's Steinway Duo-Art grand and enjoyed the America, particularly between 1800 and 1950. Original homes and playing of Dick Merchant and Mike Montgomery and the horsing workplaces of commonplace Americans are relocated, from through­ around of Fred and Mike Schwimmer. This was the room where out the nation, in Greenfield Village. Here we experienced the we had a display of instruments which were continuously played: fascinating story of how people and ideas changed our lives. Of Mason & Hamlin grand; Steinway Duo-Art grand; Aeolian Orches­ particular delight, fora real taste of the past, was lunch at the Eagle trelle; Steinway Vorsetter. We were not evicted this evening, only Tavern. This original 1850s stagecoach inn featured costumed because we were in a room away from the sleeping quarters of the servers, 19th Century decor and the hearty, flavorful dishes of the hotel. (Believe me, we were not quieter.) time. Saturday morning these technical sessions were held: Back at the hotel, the Mart was open all afternoon. After dinner Bill Blodgett - Making Musical Automatic Instrument Rolls at the hotel, busses took us to the Fox Theatre for the evening. Harold Malakinian - Duo-Art Intensity Modifications This fabulous theatre opened in 1928, with seating for over 5,000 Bob Taylor & Richard Tonneson - The Making of New Ampico people at a cost of 12 million dollars. The theatre is a masterful Rolls blend of Persian, Burmese, Indian, Siamese and Chinese archi­ Jim Weisenborne - The History of The Moller Organ Player tecture and decoration. The lobby is half a block long and soars six Liz Barnhart - An Antique Automobile in Counted Cross Stitch stories high. It is lined with massive oxblood marble columns, and a Lunch for 150 guests, no problem when you have a loo-room pair of regal lions grace the sides of the grand staircase. mansion built on a sprawling 1,400 acres of land. We had lunch in the yard, under a big tent next to the golf course and gardens, by Gargoyles, gods, and grotesques lurk in every corner, niche and an "Amefican Dream" called MEADOW BROOK HAU.. This cove of this adaptation of ancient "Hindoo" shrines. The splendor dream was built by the widow of auto manufacturer John F. Dodge of the theatre is not limited to the eye alone, as we sat on the and her new husband in 1929, at a cost of four million dollars. In staircase listening to Jim Weisenborne show us and tell about the 1957, the mansion was bequeathed to the St~te of Michigan and 3-manual, 12-rank Moller pipe organ on the mezzanine, which opened to the public for touring in 1971. The two-story ballroom is years ago used to play continuously, either automatically from an attraction, as are the 99 other rooms and a playhouse built for perforated paper rolls by the "Artiste" system or manually by an their daughter. organist for those entering and departing the theatre. The playhouse, located on the grounds, out of immediate sight Once inside the auditorium we were seated and treated to a of the big house, is a Tudor house, two-thirds the size of a regular domed ceiling feet above, decorated to give the effect of a no one. The furniture is downsized, the house was built to teach huge, jeweled and tasseled, brocaded silk tent supported by gigan­ Frances the skills of a gracious hostess, and here she held her tic spears, which opens to a deep blue sky. Suspended from the childhood parties and then went back to the main house for a center is the chandelier, which weighs 2,000 pounds, contains more candlelight dinner. Tim Needler played the 1919 3-manual Aeolian than 1,200 pieces of imported stained glass, is nearly 13 feet high organ which may be played manually or mechanically with player and is 34 feet in circumference. Tim Needler and Johnny Honnert music rolls and he also played the Steinway Duo-Art grand which gave us a concert on the giant 4-manual, 36-rank Wurlitzer Pipe certain members of the Midwest Chapter restored for Meadow Organ, one of only five such instruments constructed. The organ Brook. requires seven chambers to house some 2,700 pipes, percussions The banquet at the hotel with The Hotel Savarine Orchestra and effects; one room for the relays; and still another housing two was the highlight of Saturday evening. This orchestra's specialty 50-horsepower Spencer blowers. As the building rose around it, was the music of the early 19OOs. Many of us were dressed in the organ took more than four months to install at a cost of over costumes of the period - Molly Yeckley, Faye Cressman to $100,000. mention but a couple in spangles and beads. There were a few After a bus tour of downtown Detroit we returned to our hotel males dressed in costume. Alvin Wulfekuhl appeared in a vintage for the evening. Those of us who stayed up gathered around an duster with goggles for driving. We danced, after a delicious meal, upright foot pumper loaned to us by Charmaine and Mark Haas, and even the orchestra had a good time! They played on, past their hired time because, they said, we were so much fun.

* 170 * Meadow Brook Hall from the front.

Small portion of the English garden, with uiew of the back of Meadow Brook Hall.

Explanatory plaque at Meadow Brook Hall.

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Sun room at Meadow Brook Hall. The exhibit of photographs of pianists is examined by Harvey Roehl. This is only one section of an extensive display sent, from an even more extensive collection, to the Convention by Emmett Ford.

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AMICA Vice President Molly Yeckley chats with Jim Weisenbome, From balcony overlooking the Detroit Fox lobby, Jim Weisen- . Convention Chairman for the Midwest Chapter. borne tells about the Moller player organ.

In the lobby of the Fox Theatre, there was ample room for Tim Needler at the Fox Theatre Wur/itzer organ. listeners to the lobby organ.

* 172 * One section of the CarRail Museum. When ethyl had a different form.

Richard Tonneson surveys a small part of the display of model Al Werolin is a walking billboard - coming (Harvey Roehl read trains and their accessories. the message) and . ..

Some model train cars, oing - here talking to Dorothy Bromage, who displays AMICA items for sale at the mart. * 173 * Sunday morning the convention closed with many fond memor­ ies and souvenirs. A gift of the convention was a piano roll from QRS compiled by Bill Blodgett. reOecting nostalgic automobile tunes. Thanks Bill, for a fine piece of work. A see-through grand piano music box which plays "You Light Up My Life" was the Midwest's Chapter gift to all. and for those ladies and gentlemen who discovered we were within walking distance of one of the largest covered shopping malls in the country - well, we all took home many souvenirs. Thanks to all for a lovely convention. J want to mention you all by name for the hard work you put into it but, I know I would leave out one or two names and hate myself for the oversight. You know who you are and our thanks for a job well done. Thanks also. to those who came. some 150 of you - some newcomers. some regulars - nice to see you again and renew our friendships across the country. See you next year in Philadelphia.

Hail, hail, the gang's all here!

Banquet night brought out period wear. Here modeling excellent Mabel Ziuin is partner to an enthusiastic Bob Taylor at the dance. examples are Faye Cressman, Molly Yeckley. Ruth Owen and Liz Barnhart.

* 174 * Invite an Honorary Member 5. If funds to cover the cost of such a visit are a problem for your Chapter, you may have some advance work to do before To Your Chapter Meeting considering inviting an Honorary Member. Some of the money by Alf E. Werolin, San Francisco Chapter raising things our Chapter has undertaken include: a Sunday afternoon jazz band concert and ice cream social at $10 a head; a At the Annual Convention in Detroit the San Francisco Founding special charge for those who attend the Honorary Member Chapter was awarded a special commendation by International meeting/performance (a higher charge for non-members); a small President, Terry Smyth, because the Chapter had hosted so many raise in the Chapter dues; roll auctions in which the Chapter takes Honorary Members during the past year. I don't know that we a percentage of the sales price; sale of a variety of items of interest deserve to receive any particular recognition for having invited to collectors. If your Chapter members agree that it would be fun some distinguished and talented people to participate in our meet­ to have an Honorary appear at a meeting, their imagination will ings. Their visits provided a great deal of interest, increased our come up with other ways to raise the funds to make it possible. knowledge of the golden age in which these fine individuals were active, and gave us much pleasure. Fun, knowledge and interest 6. It goes without saying, but I'll risk it, try to make the -those were rewards enough which we received from having a Honorary Member's visit a memorable experience for him or her. number of fine Honoraries come to our meetings. See that he/she meets and talks at length to each person at the Following the Detroit meeting, AMICA Editor/Publisher asked meeting, provide a little memento to the guest, decorate the home that we describe how a Chapter Program Chairman should go where you hold the meeting, have a good piano (or other appro­ about undertaking the program that has proved so successful for priate musical instrument) available, learn something about the the Founding Chapter. So, here is a list of points to consider in guest's career so you can make a formal introduction at the start of arranging for an Honorary Member to visit your Chapter: the meeting, provide special badges (buttons) for the meeting (we called one an "Honorary Member WeekEnd Festival"). At the end 1. First, recognize that AMICA's Honoraries are generally of each H.M. visit we induct the visitor into our Chapter as a "S.F. happy to accept invitations to tell about their careers, travels, Chapter Honorary Member" and present an appropriate certificate. anecdotes, stage adventures, and yes, even play for your group. Help your guest enjoy her/himself. Treat them well-they deserve it! Most of them led very active lives, involving much travel and And after your guest has returned home, don't forget to write and conversation about their experiences. They are generally good say thank you. speakers and eQjoy telling others about the many happy and interesting things that happened to them in the past. Now they are, If you follow through with the idea of inviting an Honorary for the most part, retired and lead sedentary lives. They will member you'll have some mighty pleasant experiences. Consider welcome hearing from you, and if their health and schedule the great people which San Francisco members have had the permits, will be pleased to accept an invitation. So, don't be bashful opportunity of meeting over the years: Charles Cooper, Edgar about contacting anyone of our present Honoraries. Fairchild, Ervin Nyiregyhazi, Ruth Bingamon Smith, Leo Podolsky, Robert Armbruster, Julius Berger, Eubie Blake, Abram Chasins, 2. Writing is usually better than telephoning - at least for Shura Cherkassky, Rudolph Friml, Ursula Dietrich-Hollinshed, your first contact - and this gives you a chance to say something Johnny Honnert, Fred Rydeen, Leo Orstein's son, Serge Rach­ about your Chapter and its program. Suggest a couple of dates. maninoff's associate and pupil, - and I'm sure there are some We found that two to three months lead time worked out best to others I may have left out inadvertently. We'v.e never had an invited give the individual a chance to plan for the trip. Describe what you guest turn us down! have in mind for his/her participation: a talk about his/her career, AMICA's Honorary Members are a very special group of people, to speak about others in the music world of the twenties, play the but sadly, they cannot go on forever. They have led wonderfully piano, listen and comment about his/her recordings, engage in a interesting lives and have contributed so much to our avocation. comparison performance (recording vs. live playing), play with an The recordings which some have provided to us and the equip­ orchestra, describe life of a famous recording artist (by a wife, son ment which some of them have developed will insure enjoyment for or daughter of a pianist), or some other type of program. AMICAns for many years to come. Your Chapter members can 3. Usually a weekend trip is easiest to arrange. Suggest increase their enjoyment of this marvelous heritage by getting to arriving on a Friday, schedule your chapter meeting on Saturday, know our Honoraries better through such visits. I urge you to and arrange for the guest to return home on Sunday. If the guest is make the effort. a first-time visitor to your area you may find him/her interested in doing some sightseeing. Our Chapter sure got its money's worth when we arranged for three different types of meetings in the course of a five-day visit by Johnny Honnert. 4. Of course before you make contact with a potential Honorary Member guest, estimate what the probable costs of such a visit will be. In addition to transportation costs, there is the question of staying overnight someplace. Our Chapter has usually arranged for the guest to stay at one or two of the Chapter members' homes, but a nearby motel may be more convenient for all concerned. Provide for meals. Offer to provide payment for taxi or limo fare to and from the guest's home to the airport. (We give $20 each for two trips, and avoid asking for an accounting.) 1904 Arrange to meet the guest at your airport. and deliver him; her NEW HOME COFfEE MILL back thllre at the end of the visit. 67~

* 175 * CYSO Takes Its Show On The Road by Laurel Edwards YOUTH The newly fonned Pianola Institute of London has selected the SYMPHONY Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra to help commemorate its ORCHESTRA founding with a gala conCert in Queen Elizabeth Hall London on December 4. The orchestra was chosen because of its overall OF excellence and its previous experience in working with a player GREATER piano. The CYSO performed the Liszt Piano Concerto No. 1 with Duo-Art rolls by Dr. Rudolph Ganz this past Spring in Orchestra CHICAGO Hall, Chicago. Orcenith Smith The December Concert will combine the orchestra and two Conductor player piano pieces - the Saint-Saens Carnival of the Animals and the Grieg Piano Concerto No.1. The Saint-Saens will be per­ formed with push-up pianolas manned by Rex Lawson and Denis Hall. The Grieg Concerto will match the orchestra with Duo-Art @ rolls of Percy Grainer. CYSO will also perform in Bath, Warwick and the American School while on tour. The orchestra will also play Strauss' Der Rosenkavalier Suite, Piston's Incredible Flutist, Elgar's Cockaigne Overture, and Sousa's Stars and Stripes Forever. ~/~ AMICAns everywhere can help the orchestra in its tour and the performance of piano rolls with orchestras by placing a "donation ad" in our international program booklet which will be distributed ~"b-'\,,! T' .7T' ;~~1 in Chicago,. Warwick and the American School in London. For a ~! (~):1 * $10 donation your name and AMICA Chapter will be listed in the c:;~ "r.'~) U/~~ I ((JAr. booklet as an AMICAn supporter of the orchestra. You will also '------~ '\ \~\J\\1 , receive a free copy of the concert booklet. For your listing send $10 to Laurel Edwards, 38Wl40 Hunting ~ Trail, Batavia, Illinois by November 30. The CYSO thanks 'W AMICAns for their continued support.

Columbia, Capitol, Supertone Leo Podolsky ­ and Challenge Word RoIl Catalog Ampico Catalog Information by Dorothy Bromage by Dorothy Bromage

In the April issue of the AMICA News Bulletins, Johnny Honnert Elaine Obenchain, author of the Complete Catalog of Ampico mentions the catalog compiled by Mike Montgomery. I thought Reproducing Piano Rolls (c. 1977), had included brief biographies some more information might be of interest. As a matter of fact, of roll artists. From time to time, information comes to light that three of the artists listed in the catalog are currently Honorary adds to or corrects the data in her monumental book. Members of AMICA: Johnny Honnert, Eddie Hanson and Leonard Leo Podolsky (see page 147) says he would like to set the Smith. record straight on a couple of things. One is that he studied in The catalog begins with a section on labels, including 3 pages of Vienna, not Berlin. Another is his year of birth, listed as 1894 but labels reproduced. Then there is a section on the artists, with brief actually 1891. There is an interesting story as to how "officially" information on each. he came to have 1894 as the year. As he relates it: Each of the 4 companies has a separate section. Information is "In 1906, fiften years old, I had to make a very important, given on roll number, copyright date and title, with roll number of drastic decision - to leave my home, family and country, to the other companies cross-referenced. The catalog ends with an follow my wonderful piano teacher to Cracow (then in the alphabetical index of song titles. Austrio-Hungarian empire) after studying with many other The catalog is in a loose leaf notebook, which leads me to teachers previously and learning nothing. believe that if additional information comes to light, the compiler "I was approaching military age in the Russian Army and had could supply copies for insertion, if he should choose to do so. to get permission to go abroad. Coming back for a summer H you are interested in obtaining a copy, contact the AMICA vacation to Odessa when I was 19, I could not get permission to members who are selling it: Mike and Fred Schwimmer, 241 go abroad anymore. [t meant disaster. Harbor St., Glencoe, [L 60022.

* 176 * Orchestra. Over the years, he recorded "78s" for Columbia, Victor, Paramount, Federal and Pathe records. Grandpa's orchestra was frequently heard in the Waldorf, Sherry's, Park Lane, and the Rainbow Room of the Rockefeller Center. The Hackel-Berge Trio played for Tom Noonan's Chinatown Mission Program on WMCA, Roricks Glen Theatre, the "Music While You Dine" series and the Kleine Serenaders on WOR, and was the Original Eveready Trio on WEAF. He was the organist for St. Francis Xavier Church in New York and for 30 years was the organist and choinnaster at SI. Cecilia's Catholic Church in Engelwood, NJ. As a young boy, I remember his piano and accordion studio in Closter, NJ. Grandpa taught the piano to me. For many a summer, he would travel from New Jersey to Michigan and hand me a stack of piano music. Games, dreams, or laziness were never given for excuses. There was a mandatory family recital prior to his August departure. I eventually became a music major at Michigan State University. Unfortunately, our family kept only four of his piano Leo Podolsky, at his Burbank, California home. June Davison, rolls after his death in 1958. It would mean so much to receive and longtime colleague is on the left and Dorothy Bromage on the . record all of the other rolls. right. Hanyone can sell me any of William Edward Berge's piano rolls, I would appreciate it. A tape of a roll, if the the roll itself is not for "When applying for such permission, the clerk says, "Nado sale, will also be welcome. idat." This means that one has to wait. But by using the letter J George Berge Bernier differently, "Nadoi dat," it means one has to give. So, since I 6511 Gulf Stream handed him the filled-out application form with a bill underneath, San Antonio, TX 78239 he could change the 1891 to 1894, making me three years (512) 656-8547 younger and able to go abroad. So, in 1985, I am 94 years young!"

Leo Podolsky. Entry in 1977 Complete Catalog for Ampico Reproducing Piano Rolls (Obenchain): B. May 25, 1894 ­ Odessa, Russia. Podolsky studied in Odessa, Cracow and Berlin, winning the Rubinstein and Imperial prizes. He made his debut in Berlin in 1912 and toured extensively. In all, he made 426 tours of the Far East. He served in the Russian army during World War I. In 1926 he made his United States debut in Chicago and began teaching at Sherwood Music School. He was made vice·president of the school in 1931 and continues to this day as a member of their faculty. He also has edited piano books.

Here is another contribution to the updating of the 1977 Com­ plete Catalog of Ampico Reproducing Piano Rolls (Obenchain).

William Edward. Berge by George Berge Bernier

As the youngest grandson of William Edward Berge, I am writing to update his biography but more hopefully, to locate his piano rolls. He was born November 29, 1886, in New York, NY, and died March 12, 1958, in Manistique, Michigan. His career spanned that of a pianist, organist, accordionist, composer, and conductor. During "­ his early years, he worked as a performer and composer of piano William Edward Berge. Entry in Complete Catalog 0/Ampico and voice with his father, Louis Berge, for the Berge Music Reproducing Piano Rolls: B. circa 1886. D. March 12, 1958 at Company, 526 Sixth Ave., New York, NY. He recorded piano rolls age 72 - Manistique, Michigan. This early Ampico recording artist for Rythmodik, Ampico and Voltem. There may have been others. was pianist for Frank Mckee's well·known dance orchestra before Vernon and Irene Castle employed him as their accompanist for becoming conductor of his own Hackel and Berge orchestra. He the Castle House. He was the pianist for the Frank McKee Trio was also accompanist to Vernon and Irene Castle_ Later he and al~o the well-known McKee New York Society Orchestra became organist and choirmaster of St. Cecilia Catholic Church in before becoming leader and conductor of his own Hackel·Berge Engelwood, New Jersey, where he served for nearly 25 years.

* 177 * '1'~~'Wr~~K~:'*~~W~~~ '.:W;.~ ...... AUTOGRAPHED PIANOS ~~~~~=-~'~:~"':~" ~"~ "'. The Steinway Story Frank Owns a Treasure by Henry Z. Steinway by Stan Aldridge

I am retired, former head of Steinway & Sons from 1955 to 1977. I showed the article on signed plates to my partner, master In my business life I must have signed at least 500 piano plates. pianist and entertainer, Frank Kowalak of North Tonawanda, NY. Very often a dealer would tell a customer that he would have a and obtained his permission to write regarding his 9' Baldwin piano especially selected at the faCtory (mostly when he was out of Concert Grand "signed plate" piano. stock on the wanted model) or some salesman would use this For many years, the entertainment palace in WNY was known signed plate idea as a closer of the sale. Also when my brothers as Melody Fair. The now abandoned structure overlooking the old and I visited dealers, we would often sign a few plates for customers Wurlitzer factory was the palace for some of the most famous we met in the store. I don't know how far back this custom goes, entertainers in show business. Pianists that required the use of a but I do know my father used to do it. I imagine other piano concert grand piano such as Lee Liberace, Vladimir Horowitz, manufacturers must have done the same thing. Dave Brubeck, George Shearing (4 who have autographed the Artist-signed plates are another story. Many years ago, wealthy plate) and dozens of other famous performers, the last of whom people would pay the regular fee for an artist to play in their home was pianist for Frank Sinatra, are among those who have rented for dinner guests. This often resulted in signed plates. This also was this piano. sometimes done by others active in concert series sales all over the Originally, it was supplied by a local Baldwin dealer, who after country. Melody Fair closed and because of its now shabby condition, sent The sad fact is, however, that in doing a good piano rebuilding it back to the Baldwin factory for rebuilding. It appears the only job, the plate will be pulled and resprayed with bronze, right over original part saved was the autographed plate. The case and re­ the signatures, so it is difficult to mask off, and most people don't mainder of the piano were totally new when returned to Buffalo. It care anyway. Certainly my signature is worthless - and technically was then purchased by Frank and moved into his night club so is anybody else's - but usually the rebuilding is done to get the known as the "Fun-Barn," where Frank would perform 30 minutes piano in shape for re-sale. of classical music nightly at 1:00 AM after the hired entertainment had finished for the evening. People would come to his establishment at that hour just to hear Chopin, Mozart and all the old bards, including Frank's famous "Liberace" impersonations. For the past 5 years, the again refinished masterpiece with the autographs intact, has been sitting in the parlor of a beautifully remodeled 1800's farm house, where he and his lovely wife, Doris, invite friends and piano enthusiasts to view and listen to Frank's masterpiece.

Autographs for Beethoven A Weber with Ten Autographs by Emmett Ford by Dorothy Bromage

The Broadwood Piano Company established by John Broad· For the 1980 AMICA International Convention in Pasadena, I wood (1732·1812) introduced to the public in 1771 a square piano, had already taken on all the printing for the event when I was with uprights and grand pianos manufactured at a later date and offered the responsibility of Honorary Member Chairperson. I sold to the public. The Broadwood Piano Company was one of jumped at the chance' When [ asked whom to invite, I was told, England's foremost pianos and a piano was sent to Beethoven in "All of them." So, using the Directory, I wrote a letter of 1818 to his home in Vienna. The Austrian government recognizing invitation to every single one starred as Honorary Member. My the genius (Beethoven) bent the rules and admitted the instrument job entailed following up every letter; regrets if someone could duty free. The piano was inscribed with the names of England's not make it, a phone call if I got no reply, and the offer ot all foremost pianists. expenses paid if the reply was favorable.

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NORTHERN LIGHTS Reporter: Ruby Ahneman

The Northern Lights Chapter travelled to northern Minnesota for their August 10 meeting, held at the home of Dorothy and Tom Olds on beautiful Lake Pokegama, near Grand Rapids. As it is a 3 to 4 hour drive from the Twin Cities, some AMICAns stayed over and made it a mini-vacation. Thanks to the Olds' hospitality our International President, Terry Smythe drove down from Winnipeg, Canada, and John Chappel came from Keewaton, Canada. Nice to see our Canadian members.

Ardyce Wurdeman and Dorothy Olds discussing the unique piano wood-carving. Upon arriving, we heard music coming from downstairs in the Olds' split-level home. A very large room houses the greater part of their collection, which includes a 1926 Haines Brothers Ampico grand piano, Kurtzmann upright player, Cremona nickelodeon, Tanzbar, juke box, music boxes, and phonographs. Looking for a coke or 7-up I checked Tom's bar room and saw some interesting Hosts, Dorothy and Tom Olds. old beer signs. The ones with the moving scenery are especially interesting. Also found a refrigerator covered with autographs and found a spot for mine. A few members who brought' their suits along went in swimming.

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Have you autographed a refrigerator lately? Our Intemational Warren Anderson, Jack Chappel, and Janean Cunderla attentive President, 'ferry Smythe, finds a blank space for his signature. to the business meeting.

* 181 * SOUTHERN CAUFORNIA Reporter: Jerry Pell

On June 9th, 1985, an overwhelming crowd of AMICi\ns des­ /' cended upon Dick Rigg and Tony Clayton's new business enter- ' prise: Old World Time/Old World Music. The purpose of the meeting was two-fold, a combination open house and technical session. Dick and Tony have set up shop and are actively involved in music box and clock restoration and sales. After punch-n-munchies, Dick explained the concept of the shop and its intended operation. A more well-organized, immaculate, fully equipped and pleasant work place would be difficult to find anywhere, and the Southern California chapter is lucky to have Dick and Tony available to help with restoration work and advice on technical problems. The technical session was most interesting. It was broken down Evelyn Torkelson and Kathryn Dumas seated at the Kurtzmann into four sections: Neil Maken was resident expert on phono­ upright player. graphs, Chris Eric talked about music boxes, Ron Sanchez and Warren Dale covered pneumatics (verbally not literally), and Dick Rigg went into clocks (likewise). Some of the more interesting things learned during the afternoon follow. In cleaning disc records always use soap and water. After cleaning, they should be air-dried. One method is the hair dryer method (blow dry), another is the clothes line method (that's why disc records come with holes) simply string your line thru the hole and hang up until dry. Actually) don't believe Neil seemed very receptive to either of the above. (He also frowned on microwaves and toaster ovens. There's just no satisfying the man.) Cylinder records are to be sprayed with Pledge. And stored. It was never stated where. I guess that 'cause they don't stack well. Music boxes appear to have their own set of problems: you should never stop the music box from playing in the middle of a. /­ tune, some of the teeth may be flexed and later on break off, or even stay bent. When that happens, you have to get it fixed. Ron and Warren discussed the pros and cons of various types of tubing. It was decided that the best tubing was on the Colorado River wjth no other tubing being quite as satisfactory - especially on Janean Cunderla, Mike Merrick, Don Cunderla, and Evelyn Tor­ hot days. Dick then ended the session with a very interesting talk kelson enjoying the food after the meeting. on clocks. Members found out more in 30 minutes than most of us had in the past 30 years. Asked why he didn't call his new shop the· At the business meeting we discussed the Detroit convention "Tick-Toc Market," he said he thought the name had already been and also the plans for our hosting the 1987 AMICA convention in used and that he really wanted to call it "Dick's Rigg Shop" but the Twin Cities. Tony wouldn't let him. And further more it was closing time and we Later in the evening we were all invited to Harry Garrison's for all had to leave without resolving the issue. A few venturous souls coffee and cake. He has a cabin across Lake Pokegama from the escaped death crossing busy Imperial Hwy. without being struck aIds'. After listening to his grand and upright pianos, we encour­ by a car, and partook of a fabulous meal at Mimi's, a local eaterie. aged him to blow some of his famous smoke rings. He obliged us One lucky member even won a free dinner by having his name and was in top form. Thanks, Harry! drawn earlier during a pre~eminar raffle. Another very entertaining The next morning the members that stayed over had brunch at afternoon well spent. the Holiday Inn. Our thanks to Dorothy and Tom aIds for a wonderful chapter meeting and week-end from those of us who stayed over at their home. The Southern California Chapter members of AMICA didn't Tracy Tolzmann and Mike Merrick hosted the July MBS meeting have to go to heaven to hear a harp - they didn't even have to in Forest Lake, MN, inviting the Northern Lights Chapter of watch an old Marx Brothers movie - instead, on the 10th of AMICA to join them. August, 1985, members were privileged to be part of the first public viewing of a wonderful reproduction of the Wurlitzer Harp, Style A, at the lovely home of Dave and Dixie Boehm, in San Juan Capistrano. Dave Boehm and George Baker have recreated 10 of these harps which will be made available to interested collectors. It has 'f been a thoroughly researched and executed project from beginning to end and well worth it. The reproduction harps are exact copies of the original - down to the last screw. George gave a 45 minute presentation on the harp project and answered many questions The "Guest of Honor," an original reproduction of the Wurlitzer At left, our hosts, Dixie and Dave Boehm, at right, Co-Chapter Harp, Style A. Presidents Warren Deasy and Rosemary Deasy behind and in front of George Baker.

Examining the Wurlitzer Harp are Jim Shrider, Ben Lilien and Ralph Schack discusses with Mike Ames the type of fasteners he Holly Hollingsworth. will use on his vintage costume during Nostalgia Night at the MBS Convention.

* 183 * from the members in attendance. He indicated later on he was very glad for the opportunity of addressing the group as he was scheduled to give two workshops on the project later in the month ~ at the MBSI Convention. This gave him a chance to practice his lecture. We were very willing guinea pigs. For further detailed ~ information on the Wurlitzer Harp, see the Musical Box Society' 'PIt, International, Spring/Summer 1985 (Vol. XXXI, No.1). The South· ern California chapter was fortunate to combine a meeting with such an exciting event. Dave and Dixie's collection also includes a Wurlitzer C, Coinola, Wurlitzer Pianino, Wurlitzer A, Seeburg KT Special (original), a Link and a Mills Violano . along with a wonderful collection of china, crystal, original Tiffany lamps, and lots of other antiques, collectibles, and music boxes. Quite a few of the members from the Los Angeles area chose to take the train down to San Juan Capistrano, touring the historic town and famous mission (the place where all those swallows Phil Konop pumps up Dorothy's Ampico. return to). They were later met at the station by volunteers and ferried to the meting. After the meeting many members adjourned to the Depot for a fabulous dinner. The Depot was built in the late 1800s and has been beautifully restored to its original splendor. It serves now as a combination Amtrak station and fine restaurant. After a delicious dinner, and a fascinating meeting, it was finally time to go home, a very different and eventful day.

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BOSTON AREA Reporter: Don Brown At our spring meeting we made, proposals of things to see and people to visit in Maine, in addition to accepting the invitation by Dorothy plays Name·That·Tune with Phyl & Phil Konop. Dorothy Bromage to visit her home. Somehow we didn't set any definite agenda for various stops - so part of our group began in the south at Cape Elizabeth at Dorothy's, and worked north. The other group travelled way north to Wiscasset to the Musical Wonder House, or to John Powers' home in South Harpswell, or

Ed & Althea Patt check out rubber stamp collection. Doug Henderson plays his Pianola Rag roll.

* 184 * Carol and Charles Hazard, at Dorothy's Cape Elizabeth home, study the marching orders for the day in Maine, where 4 locales awaited AM/CAns.

Cover of Presentation Day Program. At Dorothy's home, the "elevator people" worked their usual magic on Beverly Koenigsberg.

The marsh to the west of the Bromage residence, with Debbie and Ed Everett, Bob Hunt and Sandy Libman in the basement of Barry Kasindorf in the driveway beside the marsh. Dorothy's home, where the mart was held.

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Phyl Konop plays piano part of Duet. Dorothy plays organ part of Duet.

to Roger Baffer's home in Woolwich, and then went south to Dorothy's. Well - it was crowded either way! The Wonder House. folks had a special Presentation Day program for AMICA visitors, and a great tour of the treasures. Doug Henderson and John Powers demonstrated the reproducer grand with rolls that Doug had arranged and Leabarjan·punched; one hole at a time. The early group, at Dorothy's home at Cape Elizabeth, brought rolls to trade, goodies to eat, and news of present project status. The afternoon group had a few new rolls from the Wonder House, and played them on Dorothy's Ampico upright. We all saw the compu­ terized publishing business, the Bulletin archives, and an interesting rubber stamp collection. Dorothy also treated us to a name-that· tune game as she played them on her organ. Phyllis Konop joined Dorothy in a piano·organ duet that was also fun. Everyone has since reported that they had a great weekend in Maine and will not be strangers in future.

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Barry Kasindorf notes Charles Hazard's approach to the Conn organ at Dorothy's home. * 186 * PHILADELPHIA AREA Reporter: Bob Rosencrans

On Sunday, September 15, we had a very special meeting. For ,the first time in several years, we returned to Baltimore, Maryland, -- for a chapter get together, this time to the Victorian home of Dick Price. Dick purchased the home in 1980 in Bolton Hill, an area of fine urban renaissance. While he is still in the process of renovating his home, he has managed to get his two fine pianos restored, so this was the official debut of his 1912 Gotha (East Germany) Steck, 65/88 Themodist Pianola 6' grand, as well as his lovely 1930 Knabe 5'8" Ampico B. And what a treat was in store for us! Dick found

Bob Rosencrans, Bob Taylor, Lee Werkheiser and guest Joe Olin.

Fave Cressman & Elaine DeBosscher.

Former chapter members Dick Merrill & Allen Ford. the Steck on a 1980 ATOS Silver Jubilee trip to England. Though in very rough neglected condition, the piano was what he wanted, so he had it shipped back to this country, and the player mechan­ ism beautifully restored by C. Alan Lightcap. Dick did the piano action himself (with a lot of hand-holding by his friend and expert technician Leslie Cawthorne). The Knabe was purchased in Bal­ timore in 1978 at an auction, and it too benefitted from the excellence of Alan Lightcap's fine rebuilding. The action was rebuilt by Leslie Cawthorne. Dick had a formal program planned for us. First we heard Clementi: Sonatina in G, opus 36, #5 with a second piano part composed by Henry C. Timm, c. 1891. Dick's friend, Buddy Martin, who recently moved to Baltimore, played the original on the Knabe while Dick played the second piano on the Steck. Then they played the Myra Hess two piano arrangement of Bach: Jesu Joy of Man's Desiring. This was followed by the Leo Ornstein Ampico roll of the first movement of the Mendelssohn: Concerto in G, op. 25 with Dick playing the orchestral reduction (Kalmus edition) on the Steck. Dick rigged up a start/stop switch to the Knabe in order to coordinate the two pianos for this performance, and it was amazing. Dick closed the program with two Ampico rolls, Beethoven: Fur Elise, played by Paolo Gallico (which he used to illustrate a very bad performance), and Daquin: Le Coucou, played by Ethel Leginska (which he used to illustrate an example of a successful transcription). All in all, it was a most interesting and View of Dick's Victorian parlor showing Steck in foreground, and educational afternoon, the likes of which we have rarely exper­ KnabeB. ienced in the Philadelphia Chapter.

* 187 * A brief business meeting followed, during which President Bob If you are looking for detailed descriptions on the "how to" of all Taylor briefly discussed plans for the International AMICA member­ of the many things to be done in the restoration, the materials, ship meeting which our Chapter will host next June, and other supplies, and tools necessary to do the job right, and how to make Chapter matters. Following this, our host invited all of us to stay the best selection, Chapter 5 is where this, and much more is to be for a buffet supper and further socializing. It was great to see Lucy found. The information is here on how to break apart and repair and Dick Merrill and Allen Ford again. These Baltimoreans were glued wood parts, the replacement of leather valve'facings, ~ former chapter members and made many a long trip to Philadephia pouches, gaskets, and the rehinging and recovering of many to attend meetings in the early years of our chapter. Also present descriptions of pneumatics and bellows. Also contained in this were Dick's friends, Eric Tucker from England, who helped Dick chapter are "tricks of the trade" which are common to the repair of locate the Steck, and Dr. Michael Hubbard and Elissa McElroy, all player action components. from New Zealand. Michael is here doing research in the National In Chapter 6 the author deals with specific brands of players, Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C. All in all, it was a grand and uses many good pictures and diagrams to illustrate. As has affair, and we thank Dick for his hospitality and excellent program. been stated already, there is ample information elsewhere in this book which one needs to do a thorough restoration, but the idiosyncrasies of each player action and the techniques you need to be aware of, are found in this chapter. The author talks about expression playing mechanism in Chapter 7. He tells how each of the different kinds is supposed to function, and what must be done to make them perform correctly, in the event of a problem. Chapter 8 contains information about coin-operated pianos and - orchestrions. To explore the inside of one of the orchestrions is a fascinating experience. In some cases you will find a number of other instruments inside, which are operated on and off by perfora­ Player Piano Servicing tions in the roll. Speaking of rolls - there is a generous discussion and Rebuilding about several different kinds of rolls which are used by various Reblitz brand name machines. Art The book concludes with Chapter 9. Here you will find some Reviewed by Raye McCall guidelines on troubleshooting, maintenance and servicing of play­ ers, plus a very comprehensive checklist which may be used for For several years, there has been a book on the market written appriasing the condition of an instrument, estimating a repair job, by Larry Givens, on'Rebuilding the Player Piano. It was a good and for describing repairs which have been completed. place to start acquiring a knowledge of this fascinating subject. I recommend this book to anyone in the field of Piano Tech­ However, there is so much more information available today, new nology, whether or not you are interested in players. It will help and different techniques being used, as well as numerous new you develop an appreciation for why the different player systems products on the market, and added suppliers from which to obtain perform as they do. To the experienced restorer, there is a lot of these items, so it becomes obvious that it is time for another good information to add to the existing storehouse of knowledge. If treatise on the subject. you are still not convinced, buy four copies of the book. This way Art Reblitz has, in my opinion, done an outstanding job of you get a quantity discount, and can make a profit by selling them compiling a lot of information in a very logical sequence in his new to the hobbyist, and create some goodwill for yourself at the same book. time. Mr. Reblitz is no newcomer to the field of Piano Technology or in This book is available from Vestal Press, the author, or any of the business of restoring mechanical musical instruments. He has the supply houses at $14.95 in paperback, or $24.95 for the been author and co-author of several books on these subjects. hardcover. While visiting in Colorado Springs recently, this writer had the opportunity to spend some time with Art in his shop. His reasoning Written by Raye A. Mccall RIT for writing this book is that he wants to see un upgrading in the quality of restorative work being done. The work which I saw in progress in his shop bears that out. Encyclopedia of the American Chapter 1 of the book contains some historical information Theatre Organ about player pianos and the different types that were made, a brief description of how the player systems operate, and some of the David L. Junchen author's feeling about the task of restoring. Reviewd by Emmett M. Ford Chapter 2 is an in-depth discussion of the player system and all of its parts and components. The latter part of the chapter This new book is volume one of a three volume set. It has 432 provides the reader with instructions on how to operate one of pages and over 800 illustrations - an item worthy of any collec­ these instruments. tor's library who has an interest in the great movie houses and the Chapter 3 is rather short, but in it the author gives information instruments installed to accompany films and delight audiences. on how to find a player piano, and where, brand names to look for, Mr. Junchen has made a thorough and intense research and and some hazards of which you need to be aware. study to document the history of the theatre organ so popular and Chapter 4 is a component by component overview of the installed in the majestic and ornate movie palaces. He has included /" restoration process, how to do the necessary testing and/or align­ the names of the manufacturers and an opus list. ing, how to refinish the case, and where necessary referral is made The book is a 9x12 inch hardbound priced for $45 plus $3.50 to Chapter 5 where the subject is discussed in detail. postage (U.S. funds; Ca. 6Y20/0 sales tax.) It may be obtained from Showcase Publication, PO. Box 40165, Department D. Pasadena, Ca. 91104.

* 188 * Charles Herman Steinway by Emmett M. Ford

The name "Steinway" is know around the world for its pianos , and sponsorship of touring pianists. The familiar advertising of the -----< "Instrument of the Immortals" appeared in newspapers, magazines and other sources of advertising. One of the members of the famous Steinway family was Charles Herman, born in New York City, June 3, 1857; in 1896 he became head of the firm. AMR IIG-991 Though not considered a piano virtuoso, he knew some~hing 'S Wonderful about performing on that instrument. He recorded five of his Frederick Fisher compositions for Welte. Another pianist, Edward Brightwell, re­ 4234 Loch Highland Parkway corded for Welte Mr. Steinway's "Valse Madeleine." Roswell, GA 30075

Artrio-Angelus 118115 If You Could Care (Darewski) Played by'Banta (1918) This could be played on one of 10 reproducing piano systems, all working under one roof! Frank Holland British Piano Museum 368 High Street Brentford, Mx ENGLAND TW8 OBD

Supertone 115335 or Columbia 11610 Blue Hoosier Blues Played by James Blythe Ed Sprankle 1768 Leimert Blvd. Oakland, CA 94602

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His death was in New York, October 20, 1919. For more information regarding th~ Steinway firm's history refer to Theodore New Improvements To Mechanical E. Steinway's "People and Pianos." a reprint may be obtained from Vestal Press. and Pneumatic Organs by Leonard Grymonprez

The electric organ blower, since being introduced to many organ owners as a surprising improvement, has gained quite a lot of enthusiasts. It is true that there exist many advantages when organs are fitted with a good and silently running blower (eSpecially in hot summer outside conditions) as against those fitted with bellows which are in bad shape! Here in Belgium, most owners prefer to provide their organs with blowers, basically due to the blowers simplicity and very great reliability. The air-reservoir never falls down to "death·level!" as we call it here. One of the most important questions during the past decades of organ building probably was: How to obtain a constant air supply with reliability in all weather circumstances? Well, a true answer to it all is the blower!

* 189 * Dad and I did change many organs with blowers and we always The b&se is usu..lly very 'Well m..de, of good stout tim­ used the best quality blowers made by the Swiss Meidinger firm, bers, a.nd 'Well suited for upgrlde into extremely h..ndy distributed in England by Mills Electrical Co. Ltd., Victoria Road, dollys for grinds on their sides. The modific..tion is Burgess Hill, Sussex. It is not a cheap blower series but of highest simple, just ..dd .. piece of scrip carpeting on' the flat,,­ quality. Large dancehall organs such as Gebr. Decap, Mortier, Marenghi, Gavioli and others need 220, 240 or 245 millimeter water surf..ce, and four of the biggest casters you c..n column pressure, ± 4, 5 m3 of air supply per minute. Electric find motor on blower 2,800 RPM. I received several letters in the past from friends and enthusiasts, The combined height of the dolly and c..sters 'Will bring asking me to explain what I mean by "automatic" tracking of the the pi..no about 8-10' off the floor. Still too 10'W to music books through the key frame. When removing the bellow­ 'Work on? Not so! A child's stool is just the right unit plus air reservoir and spring on it (to give necesary air height to sit do'Wn ..t the side of the piano, and do pressure to pipe-ranks and percussion instruments) we've put a new air reservoir in (connected with a rubber or plastic conduct to 'Whatever needs to be done. the blower) so, there is no further need to retain the organ wheel for driving the music books through the key frame by means of This orientation no'W mikes it possible for one person pulleys and troublesome leather belts. We've got enough exper­ to do a complete restringing job 'Without leuing the ience . . . a better improvement is the one I describe here in this stool. Svery tuning and hitch pin is 'Within the reach article and which will give anyone a better idea as well for the of both &rms, 'Without getting up off the stool. And expression of "automatic" traction. It is an explanation for a normal change-over on a Mortier organ, you're close enough to the floor that it serves as a but I am convinced that ANY other organ could also be trans­ handy cltch-all for all necessary tools. formed this way. The rubber rolls of the key frame from large organs are usually 34 or 35 millimeters in diameter. Dad and I Tired of 'Working on stringing? Just ning the plano mostly preferred the "Radicon" adaptable worm-reducer of the &round on the doUy's casters, put its face to the ratio SO/I size and model 112, in the U-position (see David Brown 'Wall, Ind 'Work on the mechanism in equ..1 comfort. catalogue) and carried by a foot-mounted flange type electric motor of 1/6 or 1/8 H.P. at a speed of ± 1320 RPM. Otherwise, the Don't 'W..nt to, or can't 'Work on it just no'W? Just roll same reducer type· would be suitable, but this time in the 0­ it into a corner, and pull out ..nother! position and carrying a flange-mounted motor, or reducer size and model 112 AND separate motor. The connection between reducer I no'W h..ve 6 of these dollys supporting a bunch of/-. and cog-wheel fastened and fitted in tracking rubber roll of key gr..nds, e..ch 'W..iting their turn. Any time I 'Want tc frame is made through a normal bicycle chain. Both cog-wheels are reorg..nile my stor..ge sp..ce, it's no trick ..t ..11 to ordinary bicycle cog-wheels. Reducer = 20 teeth, rubber roll = 18 teeth. Ask for catalogues at David Brown Co., Gear Division, Park move ..II these pilnos &round, ..nd I don't need ..ny help Works, Huddersfield, England. to do it. Try it, you'll like it!

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Also Duo-Art Stroud upright unrestored $750. jim Baer, Mayfield, Most pllno retlilers receive their ne'W gra.nds m 'Wooden KY. (502) 247-9477 nights only. crites 'Which, by the time they arrive, a.re In sorry "BARREL ORGAN," an outstanding book by Arthur Ord-Hume, 567 pages, many illustrations, covers history and restoration of monkey organs, -­ sh..pe, h&rdly 'Worth s&lvlgmg, &nd a.re often thro'Wn out organetles, player roll organs, fairground organs, etc. Out of print for in the g&rb..ge. Fortun..tely, there IS one put, of several years. Original published price $25, special while small stock these cra.tes th&t is 'Worth sa.IVLgmg - the ba.se, a.nd remains, $20 postpaid. Martin Roenigk, 26 Barton Hill, East Hampton, CT 06424. you should be a.ble to get tha.t for free * 190 * MOLLER ARTISTE RESIDENCE PLAYER PIPE ORGAN in Mint Original SEEBURG ilL" Cabinet Model,4 doors, walnut case, total restoration, $5200. Playing condition, self-contaihed in gothic walnut lumber case with 41 CALLIOPE, 53 Note copy of National B. Two years in building the perfect rolls, $10,500; machine. WURLITZER Style "0" Photoplayer. Piano complete with pumps . LINK STYLE C XYLOPHONE ORCHESTRION, restored, $9,500; and ten tune frame. No side cabinet. BUCKLEY 10¢ Slot Machine. ...-- 92-KEY MORTIER CAFE ORGAN, complete except for topmost facade, FORTUNETelling Porcelain Scales. WALK-IN Voice Recording Booth from $55,000; 40's. 18 Years accumulation of piano and organ parts. Noble Stidham, P.O. WURLITZER 2-MANUAL, 3-rank Lodge Pipe Organ, complete, partially Box 1094, Lubbock, Texas 79408. (806) 763-8606. restored, $2,000; ANTIQUE REED ORGAN: 1905 AEOLIAN Orchestrelle - Plays manually or MORTIER/GAVIOLI 84-key Cafe Organ Main Chassis #663 with or with 4 mechanically - 360 AEOLIAN Player rolls included. Operates by foot pedals unoriginal side-chests, no pipework in main chassis, $6,000; or external air pressure system. 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~ DOYLE AUCTIONEERS and GLENN KRAMER (MBSI & AMICA Member) ~ ~ Will present at least 1WO MUSIC RELATED AUCTIONS each year! ~ ~ 1 - ANNUAL MUSIC AUCTION· A "live" fully-cataloged auction featuring fine Mechanical Music Machines, ~ ~ early musical instruments, and related antiques, collectibles and ephemera - to be presented every SPRING. ~ ";;J.~ 2 - MUSIC COLlECTIBLES MAIL AUCTION - A fully-catalogued "Absentee" auction - to be ~ ~ presented every fall. If it is related to music, and able to be shipped by UPS, it should be in this AUCTION! (1985 i£ catalogs available Nov. 4th· $6.00 with results.) ~ ~ Our 52·page catalog for the May 11, 1985 ANNUAL MUSIC AUCTION was awarded "1st Place 1985 Specialty Auction Catalog" by ~ ~ the National Auctioneers Association, and the MBS News Bulletin reported "You might have thought it was Seeburg East with a Seeburg ~ ~ A, E, KT, KT Special, G and an H! A Nelson Wiggins 8, a Wurlitzer CX Orchestrion, a Coinola Midget and more ... enough to ~ ~ make a collector's knees go weak Doyle's descriptions (were) accurate ... that trustworthiness is a breath of fresh air in the auction ~ ';$J'!!. world." (Back issues of this catalog with results· $6.) ~ ~ ADDmONAL MUSIC RElATED AUCTIONS WILL BE SCHEDULED! We will be pleased to travel and arrange the ~ ~ PROFESSIONAL cataloging and sale of YOUR COLLECTION· either "on site" or at one of our facilities. ~ A~ NOW ACCEPTING CONSIGNMENTS FOR OUR APRIL 25, 1986 ANNUAL MUSIC AUCTION! SINGLE PIECES AND ENTIRE ~ ':J:J!l COLLECTIONS! Catalogs Available May 31, 1986 - $6 (with results) . Order yours now! ~ ~ ~. I MUSIC SALES DIRECTED BY I ~ GL~~~~ER ~ ~ P,O. Box 328, 20E Taylor Lane ~ ~ FiShkiI)l, NY 12524 ~ ~ (914 896-6390 i{ ~ ~ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~