The Edison phonograph monthly (Dec 1914-Dec 1915)

14 EDISON PHONOGRAPH MONTHLY, OCTOBER, 1915 WILLIAM SMITH (Hawaiian Guitarist) Although a native of the United States, Mr. Smith has made an exhaustive study of Hawaiian music and of the curious instruments of the Islands. He is a proficient player of all of them, especially of the Hawaiian Guitar. He joins with Walter Kolomoku in a fine duet (2701) "Aloha Oe Waltz Medley." PALAKIKO FERREIRA ( Hawaaian Guitar Soloist) Of Spanish descent, Palakiko Ferreira was born in Honolulu. He is thoroughly educated in Hawaiian folk songs, now so fast disappearing. He was the first to introduce the steel guitar in the United States. It was in California in 1900. This instrument of this peculiar make has since become the popular one in all Hawaiian music. Ferreira uses it to perfection. His touch is perfect giving a wonderfully clear tone, and his playing is surpassed by none. Two Hawaiian selections are recorded on record 2685 — (a) "Ua Like No alike," (b) "Meddey of Hawaiian Hulas." EDNA BAILEY (Elocutionist, etc.) Young and talented, Edna Bailey has already won considerable popularity as an impersonator of darky and child life characters. On one occasion in New York her impersonation was so perfect that three Confederate Veterans wagered with each other as to her native State, Georgia, Louisiana or Tennessee. Imagine their surprise when informed that she was born in Buffalo, N. Y. In the September list record 2679, "The Three Bears," is by her EDISON NOTES SEVERAL inquiries have been made as to the special make of violins used by our distinguished instrumentalists. Carl Flesch uses a Stradavarius, while Albert Spalding uses a Guarnefius, Joseph del Gesu. Mr. Spalding also possesses a Montagnaua, Donemico. He makes his Edison records with the Guarnerius. The Thirty-sixth Convention of the Associated Edison Illuminating Companies was held at Spring Lake Beach, N. J., September 13th. Mr. Edison was guest of honor. October 21st will be observed throughout the world as "Edison Day" — the 36th anniversary of the incandescent light. Through an error in the preparation of the copy the Amberola Phonograph Catalog states that the Model 75 and Model V are equipped with the noiseless automatic stop. Such is not the case. These models do not have automatic stops. and it is a capital bed-time story for little folks, telling anew about "Golden Locks." HELEN STANLEY (Soprano) Born in Cincinnati, Helen Stanley at an early age came under the favorable attention of Mrs. Philip D. Armour, of Chicago, because of her voice, which promised so much. A successful career on the dramatic stage was predicted for her. Mrs. Armour gave her a very liberal musical education. After singing on the concert stage she came to New York and was chosen solo-soprano of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church. She subsequently went abroad and continued her studies and at Wurzburg Royal Opera made her debut. She is gifted with a very beautiful voice of unusual quality. In the October list of Blue Amberols she sings "Elegie" (28215), by Massenet, and a charming song she makes of it, too. WEYERT A. MOOR (Flutist) Mr. Moor was born in Delft, Holland, and studied music in the Hague in the Royal Conservatorium. When finished at the Conservatorium he obtained a position as first flute in the orchestra of the Queen of Holland, being at the same time connected as first flute in the Royal French Opera in the Hague. After that he had an engagement as first flute in the Opera and Symphony Orchestra in Dordmund, Germany, and while here in New York was first flute with the Century Opera — season 1914-1915. having copies of the Amberola Parts Catalog will kindlv make this correction in it. Through an oversight Blue Amberol Records Nos. 1918 and 2316 were not included in the CutCut List issued some time ago. The trade is hereby advised that these two records do not now appear in the Blue Amberol Record Catalog and will not appear in any future editions. On Form 2727D, Sheet No. 2, covering Amberola V Parts, the price of Part No. 4341 is given as 15c. The correct price is $2.00. Jobbers and dealers The Manufacturing Department advise they are no longer in position to furnish Home "A" Barrel Gears, with a result that no further orders can be accepted for this particular part and all specifications now on file for it are being cancelled. Where a Home "A" Barrel Gear is called for the Home "B" Barrel Gear and Home "B" First Pinion will be supplied. POSITION WANTED Energetic man, at present Assistant Manager in large Edison shop, desires changing to another firm, in same or higher capacity, where ability and results will be recognized and appreciated. Will go to any city. Address "Energetic," care of Edito Edison Phonograph Monthly, Lakeside Avenue, Orange, N. J.