The talking machine world (Jan-June 1919)

68 THE TALKING MACHINE WORLD July 15, 1919 MICA "A Million A Year" WHAT'S YOUR SHARE OF DIAPHRAGMS OF BEAUTY — Phonographically Speaking — They Talk for Themselves — Manufactured for over ten years for the larger consumers by the INTERNATIONAL MICA COMPANY Factory and j 37th & Brandy wine Sts. Mines, Executive < 1228 Filbert St. Sales Dept. ) W. Philadelphia, Pa. Amelia Co., Va. Dept. ( Philadelphia, Pa! Send for samples and quotations now and eliminate your diaphragm difficulties BUFFALO CONTINUES TO BE A LIVELY TRADE CENTER Fire Visits Neal, Clark & Neal Store— Confined to Basement and Rear — Andrews in New Wholesale Headquarters — Hoffman Expansion — Placing Orders Now for Holiday Stock — New Brunswick Agents — News of Month Buffalo, N. Y., Jul} 2. — Fire visited the retail store of Neal, Clark & Neal, Victrola agents, on the evening of July 1. The loss was caused by fire, water and smoke and is estimated at $10,000. The fire was confined to the basement and rear and was held in check on account of the excellent judgment of the firemen. Several of them, who wore gas masks, were overcome by the smoke. The blaze broke out in the evening and after working about two hours the firemen had it under control. The place was kept open all night and the fans in the booths and the overhead suction fans were in operation until morning in driving out the smoke. Very few machines were damaged and the store was open for business as usual next day. B. E. Neal and O. L. Neal were absent at the time. They were attending the Victor Jobbers' convention at Atlantic City. They were reached by longdistance telephone by W. J. Bruehl, sales manager of the store, who apprised them of the fire. Mr. Bruehl sent a letter to all the Buffalo newspapers, in which he praised the good work of the firemen, who in extinguishing the blaze worked carefully and minimized the damage to the elaborate store. W. H. Reilly recently arranged a beautiful New Edison window for the Utley Piano Co.'s store. There was a background of green lattice work in an arch effect and across the top were the words, "New Edison." The central feature of the display was an official laboratory model. W. D. and C. N. Andrews have moved into their beautiful new wholesale headquarters in the Builders' Exchange at Pearl and Court streets. Complete details of the improvements in the building, of which they are owners, will be given later. C. N. Andrews and Mrs. Andrews attended the convention of Victor jobbers at Atlantic City. He and a member of his staff went on the trade-boosting excursion of the Buffalo wholesale merchants and manufacturers and furnished a Victrola for the trip. F. P. Besser recently returned to his former position with the firm. He served with the 106th Field Artillery in France. For a time he attended the American artillery school at Samur, France. The Hoffman Piano Co., distributor of the OkeH records in this territory, is daily adding to its list of dealers. The Hoffman Co. has received a new shipment of these records and an abundance of high-class literature pertaining to them. "These new records are remarkably clear, distinct and full-toned," said L. M. Cole, manager of the Hoffman talking machine department. "We are planning for a great fall campaign on this merchandise." With the temperature reaching the hundred mark, Buffalo's talking machine dealers are fixing their minds on Christmas. The reason is that on account of the shortage of goods many of them are wisely placing their holiday orders now. This they are doing for their own protection. So far as summer trade is concerned there is an e.xtra heavj' demand for summer portables, which fill the bill most satisfactorily. There is also a lively call for expensive models. Working people are demanding the best in talking machines and have plenty of money to .'buy high quality goods. W. H. Tyler has been appointed a salesman for the William Hengerer Co.'s Victrola department. H. J. Childs, assistant manager, has a large acquaintanceship among Buffalo's downtown business men and this connection has helped him in making many sales. "Please send in my subscription to The Talking Machine World," he said. "I want to be fully informed all the time and The World is by far the best medium." L. H. Scott, manager of the Hengerer Victrola department, says that despite the hot weather business is better than last year. Among the firms which have lately been appointed Brunswick agents are the Koskie Music Co., Hornell; the Andrews Piano Co., Jamestown, N. Y., and Arthur M. Ferris, Utica. Speaking of the foregoing concerns, J. R. Flynn, manager of the Brunswick branch in Buffalo, said: "On account of the high standing of these firms our head oflice decided to add them to the Brunswick family. The dealers of this section ot the country are keeping the Buffalo branch busy explaining that it is impossible to take on any more dealers. Many of our best dealers are placing their Christmas orders in self-defense as they are seeing the hght." The young ladies employed by Denton, Cottier & Daniels recently held an enjoyable picnic at Delaware Park. Among the features was a ball game, which ended in a tie score. In the evening Mr. and Mrs. Daniels treated the picnickers to a motor trip through Buffalo's parks and other delightful points about the city. E. O. Hock, formerly connected with the Victrola department of the Robert L. Loud Music Co., has returned to the employ of that concern. For several months he was connected with the adjutant's department at Camp Upton. A. F. Koenig, of the Koenig Piano Co., has bought a beautiful home at 611 Linwood avenue. Other residents of this thoroughfare include William H. Daniels, of Denton, Cottier & Daniels; George Goold, of Goold Bros., and Walter Erion, of the Erion Piano Co. Mr. Koenig and O. L. Neal. of Neal, Clark & Neal, were among those who recently attended the annual picnic of the Buffalo Optimists' Club. A. PI. Trotter, traveling representative of the Gibson, Snow Co., New York State distributors of the Sonora, was a recent caller. The Hoffman Piano Co. is making a feature of models of the Sonora portables which were recently displayed in an effective manner in the Hoffman show window. L. M. Cole is manager of this department. Joseph De Pasqualle, who was the "brains" of the gang that robbed George Moss!nger, treasurer of C. Kurtzmann & Co., was recently sentenced by Justice Brown to thirty-eight years in Auburn prison. A cargo of fresh opinions on business was, brought home by 500 Buffalo boosters, who re-' cently went on the Chamber of Commerce cruise to Cleveland. The talking machine trade was represented on the trip. Edward H. Droop, of E. F. Droop & Sons Co., Washington, D. C, will occupy his lodge in the Blude Ridge Mountains this summer and will be able to keep in touch with his business in the capital. PHONOGRAPH CASES Reinforced 3 ply veneer THE STANDARD CASE for Talking Machine and Records and Plywood Cases ARE SYNONYMOUS For 1 0 years phonographs have travelled in plywood cases and have reached destination in perfect condition. Our capacity and experience in manufacturing insure you getting good service and well made cases. We make record cases too. Let us figure on your requirements. Made by PLYWOOD CORPORATION GOLDSBORO, N. C. 8 Mill, in Va., N. C, and S. C. New York Office, 103 Park Ave. Chicago Office, 111 Monroe St.