The talking machine world (Jan-June 1928)

The Talking Machine World, New York, February, 1928 43 Albert A. Barnes, Pres. of Udell Works, Passes Away Prominent in Woodworking Industry for 46 Years — Esteemed for Benefactions to Educational Institutions — A Leading Citizen of Indianapolis, Was Active in Civic Affairs One of the veterans of the woodworking industry in America passed away on January 25 in the person of Albert A. Barnes, who had been president of the Udell Works, Indianapolis, Ind., for the past forty-six years. Mr. Barnes had been confined to his home for the past two years, having suffered a fractured hip in 1925, but this did not limit his interest in business and social affairs. Even in spite of his advanced years — having reached the patriarchal age of eighty-eight — his passing has come as a distinct shock to his many friends in Indianapolis and throughout the country. Mr. Barnes, who was born in Stockbridge, Vt., on February 14, 1839, was a self-made man who gained a reputation in business circles for energy and resourcefulness and aided in the establishment of many institutions. He was always active in every movement that had to do with civic betterment and was always in the forefront in any charitable proposition that presented itself. He was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Indianapolis and was a large giver of money and counsel to Franklin College, at Franklin, Ind., and was a leader in the organization of the Y. M. C. A. in his home city. His passing will be especially felt by his associates and employes at the Udell Works, which he had controlled since 1882. He knew the woodworking business from the lumber yard to the crate, and until the last few years was very active in the management of the business. While his passing is a distinct loss to the community, his memory will always be an inspiration to those who had the privilege of knowing him best. The funeral services were held at his home on January 27, the Rev. F. E. Taylor, pastor of the First Baptist Church, officiating; the burial was in Crown Hill Cemetery. The following officers and employes of the Udell Works served as pallbearers: Howard Phillips, R. M. Madden, J. B. Peterseim, Samuel Doll, J. U. Myers, C. E. Stalnaker,*C. A. Carll and H. T. Griffith. Honorary pallbearers were members of the board of trustees and deacons of the First Baptist Church and trustees of Franklin College. W. L. Stensgaard Now With Montgomery Ward W. L. Stensgaard, formerly director of the display division of the Stewart-Warner Speedometer Corp., Chicago, and also president of the International Association of Displaymen, resigned his position, effective January 15, to accept a post with the Montgomery Ward Co. as director of merchandise displays* for their retail chain stores. This is viewed as a definite indication that the Montgomery Ward Co. intends to establish displays above those usually seen in chain store organizations. It is understood that the Montgomery Ward chain store organization is to see a rapid growth and that they will establish stores throughout the United States. Dan Hines will succeed Mr. Stensgaard as director of the display division for the Stewart-Warner organization. A Valuable Bulletin The Radio Dealer Bulletin issued monthly by Harringtons, Ltd., radio distributors of Australia and New Zealand, contains in each issue a wealth of information of value to the dealer. In a recent issue the leading article was an informative and well-written paper on the subject of "Advertising in Country Papers." A Full House Brilliantone Steel Needles These quality needles, made by the largest and oldest manufacturers of steel needles in the world, should be in your store. When you stock this merchandise, every phonograph owner in your community is a possible customer. You can have the nationally advertised brands — JUMBO— GILTEDGE— REFLEXO— BRILLIANTONE— or your own private brand at prices that leave room for worthwhile profits! In every size and tone now used. Write to us TODAY for details, prices and discounts Brilliantone Steel Needle Co. of America, Inc. 370 Seventh Avenue New York City