The billboard (July-Dec 1895)

BILLBOARD ADVERTISING is the Official Organ of the Illinois Bill Posters' Association. The Convention. It Was A Grand Success. Largest Attendance on Record— Over One Hundred and Forty Bill Posters at Detroit—Much Business of Im- portance was transacted—Great en- thusiasm among the Delegates. The Fifth Annual Convention of the Associated Bill Poster's Association as- sembled in Convention at the Cadillac Hotel, Detroit, Mich., July 9th, at 10 A. M. The attendance was the largest ever recorded. President Campbell, of Chi- cago, was in the chair, and J. Ballard Carroll, of Albany, held down the secre- tary's desk. "Vice President E. C. Hev- erin failed,to arrive,, he being detained in Louisville by important business which ^would not admit of his leaving home.Treasnrer O'Mealia was also absent, bnt sent his vouchers for receipts and dis- bursements by express. Same were ac- cepted by the President in lieu of the customary report. The members got down to hard work immediately upon assembling. Com- mittees on membership and credentials were appointed, and reported at' the afternoon session. The reports recommending O. J. Gude and W. H Donaldson for honorary mem- bership, provoked an animated discussion which resulted in their being referred to a special committee, ihe Convention then went into executive ressiou, and took up the regular order of business. Reports wereread.by the President and by the Secretary. The report of the Executive Committee, consisting of Messrs. Al Bryan, A. B. Hudson and Ed. A. Stahlbrodt, was dilated upon to seme slight extent by the Chairman, who re-- " ferred the members to the printed copy in Billboard Advertising Mr. Stahlbrodt then spoke of the New York office of the Association, and ex- plained its scope to the members who were riot present at the January conven- tion. After dilating upon theimportauce of maintaining it, he explained the con- tract with the Association under which he operates it, and, the progress he had made since taking up his residence in New York. The chief interest of the members pre- sent centered in the scale ot prices, which certain members demanded be revised, and in the right of members to accept work from the firm of The O. J. Gude Co. The latter difficulty was settled amic- ably, after speeches by President Camp- bell and Mr. Gude himself, but the question of prices drew forth extended argument. The larger cities favored the maintenance of the scale as then estab- lished, but the smaller towns demanded a reduced, or rather a sliding scale Messrs. Castner, Bryan, Fitzgerald, Chapman, Pratt, Donnelly, and others opposing a reduction, and Messrs. Tyner, Leonard, Eeyes, and many others sap- porting it. The President proposed a compromise, or rather the outline of one," which met with favor and was referred to a committee appointed for the purpose of elaborating it. The report of the committee was adopted. Addresses were made by R. C. Camp- bell, O.J Gude, Louis E. Cooke, Geo M. Dean, C. S. Houghtaling, and E. C. Don- nelly. The.pro rata tax of fifty cents per member assessed upon members of State Associations to support tbe Nat- ional organization also came in for con- siderable discussion, Messrs. Stahlbrodt, Castuer, and Messrs Keyes, Groves and Dobbins being the chief speakers, pro and con. Walker & Co. and the proprietors of the Cadillac were given all the credit of the success of the convention, because of their untiring efforts and comprehensive idea of the entertainment to be furuished- These were the officers elected: Presi- dent, R. C' Campbell, of Chicago; Vice President, George M. Leonard, of Grand Rapids; Secretary, J. Ballard Can oil, of Albany, N.;Y.; Treasurer, James A. Cur- ran, Denver, Col. The president ap- pointed the following standing commit- tees: On Appeals—J. Aaron Adams, St. Louis; W.J. McAllister, Troy, N. Y;Geo. Robinson, Dallas, Tex. Finance—Alex Harbison, Indianapo- lis; J. Garlick, New Orleans; M. Bres- lauer, Minneapolis. New Business—Frank Fitzgerald, Mil- waukee ; San H. Robinson, Philadelphia; H. H. Tyner, Springfield, O. TJnfinished Business—W. H. Walker, Detroit; John Chapman, Cincinnati; J. F. O'Mealia, Jersey City. Executive Committee—F. M. Groves, Evausville, Ind ; Al. Bryan, Cleveland; Sam. Pratt, New York; E. C. Donnelly, Boston, and tjie President and Secretary, and Treasurer, who are ex-officio mem- bers of the committee. The next annual meeting.will be held in Cleveland, on the same dates. On Friday morning, the delegates who remained in the city took a "ride to the Flats on the steam yacht, "Pilgrim," by invitation of Walker & Co. C. S. Houghtaliug, of New York, the man who first threw illuminated " ads ". on the clouds, was the ladies' iran of the aggregation. When the others were all hard at work grinding out reports and speeches, he looked after the needs of the ladies, who never wanted for inform- ation or convenience when he was near. On Thursday they got their heads and purses together and presented Mr. Houghtaling with a very fine silver shaving set. SCALE OF PRICES. Complied from stenographic reports of the convention whichhadbeen examined and approved by the president and sec- retary, was as follows; for 'all cities ofovei 100,000 population, on all local or commercial work outside of circus posting. All stand work, consisting of work con- stituting three-sheets or over, and all three-sheets, at the rate of three (3) cen's per sheet per week. This class of post- ing to be listed, protected arid renewed, without additional cost, when paper for that purpose is furnished by the adver- tiser. All stand work and three-sheets, listed, protected arid renewed, list of locations to be furnished in advance, at four (4) cents per sheet per week. When locations of boards are selected previous to consummation of contract, for same class of work as above, five (5) cents per sheet per week. All work to be posted without listing or renewal and known as "uncovered dis- play" posting not guaranteed longer than one week, at from three (3) to four (4) cents per sheet. Distributing of pamphlets, circulars newspapers, cards and all work of that nature, from house to house, at not less than $1.50 per thousand. Distributing samples, from house to house, not less than $3 00 per thousand For all cities of over 53,000 and under 100000 population on stand work, three (3) cents per sheet, for the first week, and two (2) cents per sheet foi each ad di tional week's showing. For one-sheets unprotected and scat- tered, as chance may offer, three (3) cents per slieet for the entire showing, which shall not be guaranteed for longer than fifteen days. For all towns of 50,000 population and under, on stand work, three (3) cents per sheet for the first week, two (2) cents per sheet for the second week, and one (1) cent per sheet, for each additional week- For one-sheets unprotected and scat- tered as chance may offer, three (3) cents per sheet for the entire showing, which shall not be guaranteed for longer than fifteen days. For all circus or other show work of that nature, without regard to population. All work on protected boards, not less than fifteen (15) cents per running foot } or four (4) cents per shtet per week, for one'.month's showing.- All three-sheets, single sheets;;and scattering Worky'not listed, at three (3) cents per sheet per week.- J " The above scale of prices is not topre- yerit members from getting higher prices -for boards, per< foot "or per sheet, if in the exigencies of business they, may deem it necessary to. advance the same? At a short session of the A. B. P. A. called by President Campbell, on board the steam yacht, "Pilgrim"' July 12th, while the members were enjoying a ride on Lake St. Clair as the guests of Walker & Co., of Detroit; the following resolu- tions offered by Mr. Bryan of Cleveland, Ohio, seconded by Mr Tyner of Spring- field, Ohio, were unanimously adopted Whereas, We, the Associated Bill Posters' Association of the United States and Canada in convention assembled, have just learned with the greatest grief of the sad accident which occured in Atlantic City at the Annual Convention of the Benevolent Protective Order of Elks, whereby many of the members were killed and injured; therefore, Be it Resolved, That we herewith ex- tend our sincere sympathy and earnest condolence to the families of the wounded and assure the entire order of Elks that we are sorrowful participants in the great grief, that has come to their organi- zation. Be it further resolved, That the sec- retary be instructed to forward a copy of these resolutions, to the Exalted Giand Ruler. ADMIRABLE! The following resolution offered by Mr. James A Curran of Denver, Colo., seconded by Louis H. Ramsey of Lexing- ton, Ky., was unanimously adopted. Whereas, it is the sense of the A. B. P. A., that the posting advertising cures for private diseases, etc., has a demoralizing influence upon the community, and is not fit and proper matter to be read by the wives and daughters of our fellow citizens And whereas. Owing to the increased influence of bill posting and general im- provement of our holdings all displays on our boards are given a much wider pub- licity than was possible in past years' Be it Resolved, That at the expiration of present contracts, no member or national solicitor, be permitted to con- tract for this class of woik, no matter what price be offered. Snipes and Small Daubs. Gmle got there. Staats was there. It's a Gude thing, etc., B. M. Drake caught on. "Hote" was omnipresent. * Oliver of Tiffin was there. The Cadillac is a fine hotel. No one takes "Hote" seriously. "Dot vas de saddest blow of yet." Everybody .knew Gude was there. "Hote" he knows his little book. Reese of Scranton is a bike fiend. Clayton's bosom friend,—Filbrick. O. J. Gude set a hot pace for them. O. J. Gude made many firm friends. "Hote" originated in Locfcport, N. Y. O. J. Gude Stands well with the ladies. Two Old Cronies.-^-Clayton and Staats. Staats has been in the business since 57. Gude made the speach of the convention. Louis E. Cool.e made a neat little address. Geo. Leonard possesses great executive ability. Mrs. Bryan enjoyed her visit to Detroit thor- oughly, -L N. Scott of St. Paul is a man of splendid address. Hudson of Kansas City was there. Very much so in fact. There was lots of sound sense in Stahlbrbdt's observations. Al. Bryan and his friend Claytou .got along well together. J. Ballard Carroll and his estimate wife -were" great favorites. The shaving mug presented to C. S. Houghtal- ing was a beauty. Two verv popular men, Geo. M. Leonard, and ■J. Ballard Carroll. Donnelly puts his points well. He scored heavily on several occasions. A great many members will attend the Show, men's Convention at Cincinnati. Al. Bryan will look afterthe members in Clevc- next year, as only Al. Bryan can. The vote between Campbell and Bryan was the closest of which there is any record. The Theatrical Mechanics Lodge Room is loca- ted in Walker & Co's.. Establishment.. A splendid manly speech by K. C. Campbell did much toward promoting harmony. \V. R. Solomon of Jackson, Mich., greeted his old friends, and made a host of new ones. Al. Bryan's new plant in Cleveland, is one of the finest bill posting plants in the world. Mr. E. S. Webster ably represented the Sioux City Bill Posting and Advertising Company. John Chapman got there Wednesday Morning, and took an active interest in the proceedings. Major Tyner of Springfield, was an early arri- val, and took a deep interest in the proceedings. Mr. Phil. Oliver of I-'itidlay, O., and Mr. Chas. Rodgers of Sidney, O., were representatives from Ohio. A finer looking body of men never assembled in convention. They reflected credit upon the craft. Stahlbrodt is all right. His pluck and indom- itable energy will not admit of his making "a loser." J. H. Dobbins of Richmond, Ind., was active and interested. They ought to have more like Dobbins. McAllister of Troy, left Fuller's New York Combination Minstrels in 61 to enter the bil 1 posting business. Each member present, was the recipient of a handsome badge, a present from the Detroit Free Press Job Rooms. Mr. Thos. Mulvihill and his charming family left Wednesday Evening, much to the regret of their many friends. Mr. Adams representing the St. Louis Bill Posting Company, made a favorable impression on the convention. Messrs. Tirrill of Lima, Ohio, and Charlie Bryan of Cleveland, Ohio, were among the good looking men from Ohio. BILLBOARD ADVERTISING is the Official Organ of the MINNESOTA Bill Posters' Association. 9 1 Sam Pratt was on the losing side, but went down with colors flying. "Hote" got in out of wet ill the nick of time, C. Van Ostrand of Adrian, Mich., W.H. George of Greenville, Mich., and I". L. Reynolds of Mus kegon, Mich., were oil hand. Mr. Walker made mahy friends and could have had anything in the way of a concession or office that the Association had to bestow. Mrs. Walker, too, proved an ideal hostess, and endeared herself to all the ladies by many little acts of courtesy and attention. Mr. Douglas representing the Memphis Bill Posting Company, enjoyed his visit to Detroit, and made many friends during his stay. Mr. F. M. Groves of Evansville, Ind., made many friends, and was heard from quite often on the floor, with sensible suggestions. J. H. Brooks, LeavenworthjWho fifty years ago was sticking bills on the Bowery of New York, was as lively as any of the younger members. Mr. A. B. Hudson of Kansas City, was one of those who advocated the keeping up of the pricess. He was listened to very attentively. Chas. B. Hood the solicitor was on hand and very much in evidence. Mr. Hood's Office will be at 240 Madison Street, Chicago, Ills, hereafter. Some remember it a brilliant triumph, others think of it a bitter disappointment, while in the minds of not a few it exists as one long mad delir- ium. Stahlbrodt defeated his own aims, and has lost but little of the influence he possessed. Many still regard him as the strongest man available. Among the ladies present were, Mesdames R. C. Campbell, J. B. Carroll, G. M. Leonard, Al. Bryan, Groves, Mulvihill, Curran, Walker, and Ramsey. Mr. J. Garlick of New Orleans, has a plant second to none in the South. Mr. Garlick was almost forced into the business, but now he is mighty glad of it. Mr. Jas. Henry, the veteran bill poster of Detroit and his son Charlie, did much towards entertaining the visiting members and gained many firm friends. The photograph of the members present which is reproduced in this issue was obtained through the kindness of D. N. Newcomb, of the Ideal Paste Machine Co. Mr. Belloes of San Antonia, Tex., representing the Texas Advertising Company, was one of the youngest members present. His firm was elected to membership at this meeting. Filbrick of tne the firm of Witmelr and Fil- brick, Buffalo, N. v., entered the employ of his present partner at the age of eleven years. He is now thirty years of age. Messrs Rife & Houck of Baltimore, were given an OAation on their arrival upon the floor. They made a very good impression upon everyone They make a splendid business team. When Geo. Castner expressess an opinion, there may be many among his hearers who do not coincide with the views he advocates, but there are none who can doubt his sincerity. Mr. Albert M. Wetter, the Circus Man, of Massilion, O., was in Detroit on business, but shook hands with many of his bill poster friends who greatly admire his pluck and perseverance. The executive committee for the ensuing year consists of Messrs. Groves of Evansville, Ind., Pratt of New York, Donnelly of Boston, and Bryan of Cleveland together with the officers of the Association. Ramsey & Co., of Lexington, Ky., have bought out Paris, Ky , and in conjunction with Ed. Hite will control the boards in the future. The firm at Paris as well as at Lexington hereafter will be Ramsey & Co. Walker & Co's., Establishment is admirably arranged. The bill rooms, stables, and wagon shed are all located directly in the rear of the office which is on one of the principal thorough- fares of the city. Walker & Co., have an institution in their building, which is worthy of imitation in other cities, viz.. a retiring room for their employees It is in realty a club room, the boys themselves style it their "loafing place." > Chas. Vogel, "the bald-headed dutchman" from Stetibenville, where he manages the Opera House as well as the bill insting plant, was in it. Charlie is known by everybody in tqe business. They are going to run him for mayor of his town at the next election. Sanford Kolrison of the American Bill Posting Company, Philadelphia, Pa., was spending his vacation at Mt. Clematis, and went down everv morning with his sweater. San had a lot of friends to shake hands with. _ Jas. A. Curran or Denver, Col,, is organizing a Rocky Mountain Branch of the Association. which will embrace Colorado, Wyoming and Utah. He has ten applications so far. Lettesr ' from various towns in that vicinity show that Mr. Curran's efforts are likely to meet with most unqualified success. Frank Fitzgerald, of Minneapolis, although a comparatively new man in tbe business, wasone of the bright lights of the convention. Fitz. was formerly foreman of the Riverside Show Print, and is thoroughly conversant with the business from start to finish, and has an admirable plant and large clientele. Mr. W. w Scane of Chatham, Out., who went to the convention on invitation of Billboard Advertising, was elected a member, and was appointed organizer of Canada, in conjunction with The Price Advertising Company. Mr. Scane is a member-of a prominent law firm, but prefers the business of bill posting. He is a young hustler. SHE'S A BLONDE. BALLIE CARROLL'S STENOGRAPHER. Pursuant to the instructions of the A. B. P. A. Mr. J. Ballard Carroll, secretary of that organiza- tion, has engaged a stenographer. She is a blonde, petite and winsome. Hernameis Maggie; Billboard Advertising. Cincinnati, Ghio. Dear Sirs : President Kirch has called the Fifth Annual Meeting of the Illinois State Bill Posters' Association for Tuesday, August 20th, 11 a. m. at the Club Rooms. (Briggs* House,) corner Fifth Avenue and Randolph Street, Chicago, Ills. The meeting-will undoubtedly be the most important ever held in the state, for several reasons, and will mark a new era in bill posting and state or- fianizations.The following well-known solicitors' rom New York, will address the meeting, viz : C. S. Houghtaling, (Old Hote.) O. J. Gude of O. J. Gude & Co.,, and Ed..A. Stahlbrodt. Prom- inent bill posters who have agreed to be with us are: George M. Leonard, president Michigan State Association, F. M. Groves, president Indi- ana State Association, H. H. Tyner, president' Ohio State Association, Al. Brvan, Cleveland. O., W H-Walker, Detroit, Pat. Shannon, Milwaukee L. N. Scott, St. Paul, Alex. Harbison, Indianapo- lis, and many others, and won't vou as publisher of our organ attend? • There is 110 use in talking, it will be a great place to do good missionary work, for the cause of good bill posting, and .everv bill poster who' from any cause is compelled to" miss this meeting will iniss one of the greatest hand-shaking events that will ever take place. • Will you be with us? Yours truly, R. C. CAMPBELL, President - Associated Bill Posters' Associatios'of the • United States and Canada, we will—editor. CALL For the Illinois State Bill Posters' Fifth Annual Meeting. Tuesday, AUG. 20th, 11 A.M. Sharp. All members, (and in fact every bill poster) in the state of Illinois, is hereby notified and cordially invited to attend the Fifth Annual Meeting ol the Illinois State Bill Posters' Associaton, to be held at the Club Rooms, (Briggs* Houses,) 5th Avenue and Randolph Street, Chicago, Tuesday, August 20th, morning, After- noon and evening sessions will be held. Meeting will be called to or.ier at 11 a. m. sharp. Business of importance to every billposter will be transacted at this meeting. Election ot officers, etc, and a general talk from prominent advertis- ers on the subj'ects beneficial to the craft. Let every member who is not now a member, come or send in hi> application state initiation fee one years dues and per capita tax in the National Association a total of $3 25. Altogether it will undoubtedly be the biggest meeting ever held, and every- one intending to attend or join, should write R. C.Campbell, in care of Ameri- can Advertising and Bill Posting Co., 280 Madison Street, By order of P. B. Kirch, President Dan. P Cline, Secretary. We do Printing, and the People who appreciate the best class of work at the most Reasonable Prices patronize us. Can we estimate for you? Rio orders too large; None too small. Our Specialty is Poster Work For out-door Advertising. The Libbie Show Print, Printers and Engravers, 6 to 12 Beach St., Boston, Mass. PUBLISHERS' CORNER. We have only a limited amount of space at our command this month, and we really ought not to use that, bnt we want to mention our continued prosper- ity. Our subscription list during the month just passed has increased over twelve hundred. The Associated Bill Posters' Association alone subscribed for one thousand copies per month for one year, which they are going to citculate among all the larger advertisers of the country. They believe that BlLLBOAAD Advertising is doing yeoman service in the cause of bill posting, and adopted this means to"extend its support, and at the same time widen its influence. Ill We direct attention to the large amount of advertising which has been bestowed upon us this monlb, and also to the im- provements in the make-up and general appearance of the paper. Bill posters who desire to emulate the example of the Associated Bill Posters' Association, and educate the merchants of their respective cities upto a proper appreciation of the advertising value of the bill boards can obtain special terms by addressing this office. Everybody Vote! What is the best advertisement in the columns of this issue of Billboard Ad- VERTISING ? We want an expression of opinion from everyone of our readers.. Fill out the coupon printed below, and mail it to the Voting Contest Editor^ Billboard Ad vet ti>ing, Cincinnati, O., before August 28th next, in order that the votes maybe counted, the prizes awarded and the results announced in our September number. The prizes are as follows: ISt * r ° tne firm whose ad. receives the largest number of votes, we will pre- sent f 25.00 in dash. We will also return the price of the advertisement, and mn the same one year free of charge; 2nd To the firm whose ad. receives the second largest number of votes, we will present $10 00 in cash and return the price of the advertisement, and run the same free of charge for six months. 3rd ^"° * ne finn whose ad. receives the third largest number of votes, we will present $5.00, return them the price of the advertisement, and run the same free of charge for three months. Our object in instituting this contest is to excite interest in our advertising colunis, and to incite in our advertisers a disposition to give more time, care and consideration to the preparation of theii advertisements. Please cut out this coupon, fill it ont and mail it as above. No votes will be counted, save those which are written upon coupons, as we do not wish anyone to vote except the readers of our paper Voting Contest Editor, BILLBOARD ADVERTISING, The Best Advertisement in the August issue of Billboard Advertising is that of P I'll I' 1 In