The Phonogram, Vol. 2:2 (1892-02)

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44 THE PHONOGRAM. The Electric Light Convention at Buffalo. The Fifteenth Annual Convention of the National Electric Light Association was held in Buffalo, N. Y., on February 23d. An address of welcome was made by Mayor Bishop, of Buffalo, and re- sponded to by Charles R. Huntley, the president of the association. * This convention was a marked success and reflected credit upon those who con- ducted affairs. Papers were read upon the most interesting topics connected with electricity; the speakers were a galaxy of by the citizens of Buffalo was a most enjoyable affair, and cemented more closely the ties of friendship between the guests and their hosts. The trip to Niagara was one of the most attractive features of the convention, and demonstrated the immensity of the under- taking to furnish power transmission at long distances. One of the handsomest displays was that of Mr. H. D. Pulsifer. the popular agent of the New^Vork ^Phonograph Company. stars in the electrical firmament, which was sufficient to insure appreciation. This discussions were upon subjects of the utmost importance and were entered into with great enthusiasm. A banquet tendered the Association The accompanying cut gives a good view of’phonographs and typewriters in readi- ness for business purposes ; and the ar- rangement of electric lights adds much to the general effect. The picture of Mr. Edison and the