[Phono-L] Wayne show photos and passing of Dick Zahn
Greetings, A warm sunny day greeted collectors at the Saturday parking lot sale. Michael Devecka did an excellent job of promotion and a large crowd attended the show on Sunday April 13th. Sales were brisk with some rare items sold. We enjoyed meeting the new generation of collectors. They are well educated and know what they want to collect. The phonograph hobby will continue with the number of young collectors in attendance for the show. A few photos of the show are posted on the APS website at: http://www.antiquephono.org/ Go to the events tab and click on past events. Then click on the heading above the picture and enjoy the show. On a sad note we were informed of the passing of Dick Zahn, of Bucyrus Ohio. Dick and Jean Zahn were active members of the Michigan Antique Phonograph Society and attended almost every Stanton auction. Jean supported the phonograph hobby and always urged Dick to buy the phonograph he wanted. We understand from Don Gfell that Dick went out in style. At the beginning of the funeral service the record God Bless America, by Kate Smith was played on Dicks favorite disk phonograph and at the close of the service everyone departed to the Washington Post March played on Dick's cylinder machine. Dick and Jean were very helpful to us when we started our collecting journey. Dick shared his talent and knowledge with fellow collectors. Dick was a big guy and always gave Joan the biggest bear hug. He was very active in the local historical society and vice president of the Bratwurst Festival. Our running joke was who made the best bratwurst. Dick will be missed and we send our s ympathy to his wife Jean and the family. Happy Easter to all, we are hoping for springtime in Wisconsin. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Happy Birthday TAE
Greetings Collectors, In honor of Edison's birthday we are opening an exhibit at Hearthstone House Museum, Appleton, WI. It features Edison's favorite invention, the phonograph. Below is a news release telling of the exhibit. EDISON'S FAVORITE INVENTION - THE PHONOGRAPH The sites and sounds of early Edison phonographs will be exhibited at Hearthstone Historical House museum at 625 W. Prospect, Appleton Wisconsin from February 11th to June 29th. Of all Edison 1,093 patents, the phonograph was his favorite invention. Edison's phonograph did not only produce the songs of the day, they could also be acquired with beautiful flowered horns. This springtime exhibit will display Edison phonographs with beautiful flowered horns throughout the Victorian rooms of the world's first home lighted by a central Edison hydroelectric station on September 30th 1882. The great American inventor, Thomas Alva Edison began working on the concept of a talking machine on July 18, 1877. By December 6, 1877 he had a working model which recorded and played back sound on a rotating cylinder that was covered with a strip of soft tinfoil. Mr. Edison was amazed that the machine worked the first time he tried it. I was always afraid of things that worked the first time. he later commented. With the invention of a device capable of recording and reproducing sound in Edison's laboratory that winter, a new industry was born. The Edison Tinfoil Phonograph as it was called was a wonderful scientific curiosity and drew large crowds when demonstrated by exhibitors before the public. However, as such it was not very practical as a consumer product since the tinfoil recording could only be played back once or twice before wearing out. At this time, Mr. Edison's next concern was the development of an incandescent lamp and the generating and distribution equipment needed to operate it. For the next ten years he let his invention languish. Other scientists made significant improvements on Edison's phonograph. Other companies succeeded in producing a recording process that circumvented Edison's patents. Realizing that others were about to takeover his invention, Edison embarked on a crash program to improve his invention and overtake the competition. By the early 1890s, Edison and his engineers had standardized the wax recording cylinder size and developed a series of spring-driven phonographs that would be directed at everyday Americans. For the next 40 years, Edison was a dominant force in the phonograph and music industry. The exhibit is brought to Hearthstone by authors and collectors Robin and Joan Rolfs. They give lectures on Edison phonographs throughout the United States and felt that Hearthstone is a perfect setting for an array of Edison's talking machines with floral horns. Hearthstone is open for tours Thursday Friday 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and Sunday from1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Visit our website at: www.hearthstonemuseum.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Stanton Auction Pix and Merry Christmas
Greetings, Our wonderful WIMAPS webmaster, Jim Keuler just posted photos from the November 21, 22, and 23rd 2013 auction. It was a three day event and perhaps one of the largest phonograph and mechanical music auctions in the USA. Visit the WIMAPS website at: www.wimaps.org Over 900 lots were sold and the auction results will be posted on the Stanton Auction website at: www.stanton-auctions.com It was also a celebration of the merger of MAPS and APS (formerly CAPS) into an organization now known as The Antique Phonograph Society. Steve Stanton provided an early Thanksgiving luncheon and APS provided a decorated cake to celebrate the merger. Visit the APS website at: www.antiquephono.org A subscription to APS would make the perfect Christmas gift to a collecting friend or yourself. We hope you support your collecting society in 2014 and join today! Merry Christmas to all! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Wayne Show Photos Les Paul Museum
Greetings, On a beautiful fall day in Wayne NJ the Mechanical Music Extravaganza was held at the Wayne P.A.L. An informal Parking lot get-together was held at the Wayne P.A.L. on Saturday October 12. It was larger than ever with dealers from throughout the world. The show held on Sunday October 13 with the doors opening at 8:00 a.m. for early buyers. The show was very well attended and we feel attendance is improving every year. We thank Michael Devecka for putting together this outstanding phonograph show. Photographs of the parking lot sale and show can be seen on the WIMAPS (Wisconsin Illinois Musical and Phonograph Society) website at: www.wimaps.org You may also enjoy viewing photos of the Les Paul exhibit at Waukesha County Museum located in Les Paul's hometown of Waukesha Wisconsin. The museum opened a permanent 2000 square-foot exhibit called The Les Paul Experience honoring the icon who died in 2009. It is the most comprehensive exhibit in the country on Les Paul. He is known for inventing the electric guitar in 1929. In 1952 Gibson Guitar began mass producing a guitar based on Paul's design. The rest is rock and roll history. Together with his wife Mary Ford, he earned 36 gold records for hits including Vaya Con Dios and How High the Moon, which both hit No. 1. Many of their songs used overdubbing techniques that Paul had helped develop. The museum is exhibit is more than just artifacts, it is homage to a man who was extremely proud of his Midwest home town and really wanted to be remembered as the Wizard of Waukesha. WIMAPS members also visited his impressive gravesite at Prairie Home Cemetery in Waukesha, WI. A reminder to all phonograph collector to join the Antique Phonograph Society. MAPS and APS have merged into one society and will appreciate your support of the phonograph hobby. You can download a membership form at: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4204650/dues2014.pdf Happy Collecting, Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] If Edison was alive he'd vote for a Les Paul Stamp too!
Thank you for the posting Steve, Great timing as our WIMAPS (Wisconsin-Illinois Musical Antique Phonograph Society) group will be having a meeting this Saturday in Waukesha, WI, home of The Wizard of Waukesha. We plan to tour the recently opened Les Paul permanent exhibit at the museum and then pay tribute at his impressive grave site. Remarks from his early music teacher are reminiscent of those said of Edison. His childhood piano teacher wrote to his mother, Your boy, Lester, will never learn music. By the time he was a teenager Lester was playing with country bands in the Midwest. In Chicago he performed for radio broadcasts on WLS. He is buried alongside his mother (1888-1989) who encouraged him to pursue his interests. Les would remark, Two women in my life made me who I am: my mother and Mary. (Ford) A stamp commemorating Les Paul would be great. Robin Joan Rolfs - Original Message - From: srsel...@aol.com To: Phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, September 12, 2013 8:11 AM Subject: [Phono-L] If Edison was alive he'd vote for a Les Paul Stamp too! I'm posting this here because Les Paul always acknowledged Edison as the Greatest Inventor. (And Paul actually recorded some Edison wax cylinders in the 1990s (at the Edison Site in West Orange) - though they have yet to be released. So see here for details and sign the petition. http://lespaulfoundation.org/spotlight.html Steve Ramm ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Passing of Janet Keuler
Dear Friends, It is with the greatest sadness that we inform you of the passing Janet Keuler on Friday, August 16, 2013 after a brief struggle with cancer. Janet enjoyed music, music boxes, phonographs, and especially, all her phonograph friends. She was our WIMAPS secretary and wrote the most beautiful minutes of each meeting in a way that only Janet could express. Janet was filled with love and shared it with everyone she met. At the Union Phonograph show she would bring her famous homemade cookies. With a hug and kiss she would give her friends a cookie or even a bag of cookies. Janet had inherited her father's Edison Diamond Disc phonograph and treasured the music it played. Ron thought an Amberola 50 would be nice to add to the collection, and that started their lifelong hobby. Janet also loved music boxes, and her favorites were music boxes with bells. Their son Jim is the WIMAPS webmaster and enjoyed listening to records with his mother. The hobby was a family affair. Funeral arrangements will be made at the Wieting Funeral Home in Chilton: 411 W Main St Chilton, WI 53014-1313 Phone (920) 849-4941 Website: http://www.wietingfuneralhome.com/ Our deepest sympathy is sent to Ron, their son Jim, their daughter Julie and three wonderful grandchildren and to Janet's mother. Sincerely, Robin Joan Rolfs ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Victor / nipper Dog item found, question
Greetings, Information on your Reif Mfg. Co. Nipper can be found on page 2-64 in the Nipper Collectibles Book Vol. I authored by Joan Robin Rolfs. Photos of the Nipper atop the Victor needle dispenser as well as on a radiator cap are shown. They can be found in either a nickel or gold finish. Visit our website at www.audioantique.com for more information on the Nipper books available to help collectors value their Nipper items. Happy 4th of July! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com - Original Message - From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sunday, June 30, 2013 8:08 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Victor / nipper Dog item found, question Phono Listers: I found a curious item in a junk shop in Iowa last week and want to know more about it. It is a little Victor / nipper Dog either mettle or pewter, not sure. I touched a magnet to it and it didn't stick. Maybe brass/? It is silver / grey ( pewter and is on a round bass which is 2.25 in diameter. On the base in the front, is Victor and underneath the bass it has a hole which must allow it to be threaded on something. It has H. A. Reif mfg Co Phila on the underside of the base as well. From the base to the top of nipper's ear is 3.25 of an inch. I thought it may be a hood ornament however mentioned it to someone and well * , I really didn't think it was that poor of an idea! *grin* Your assistance is appreciated Bob ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Passing of Larry Schlick
Greetings, It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Lawrence A. Schlick. Larry was one of the founding members of The Early Talking Machine Club of America which was founded in 1964 in the Chicago area. He also authored the book A Portfolio of Early Phonographs in 1969. This early guide was highly regarded as one of the best resources for collectors in the 1970s. Larry was an active member of the Wisconsin Illinois Musical Antique Society (WIMAPS). He contributed his knowledge and always shared his outstanding collection with fellow members and collectors throughout the world. His phonograph collecting stories were incredible and highly enjoyed by all members of WIMAPS. Many times it was a highlight of our meetings. We were blessed to know Larry, enjoy his sense of humor, gain from his knowledge and values for family and church. We extend our sympathy to his wife Pat and his family. Regards, Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Passing of William Stanton
The Passing of Stanton's Auctioneers Founder, William J. Stanton May 7, 1924 - May 8, 2013 We received a message from Steve Stanton regarding the passing of his father who passed away May 8th, 2013. Steve stated that his condition in recent weeks had drastically failed and it is a blessing that he does not have to suffer any longer. Ironically, he made it to (and through) his 89th birthday on Tuesday, then passed at 3:00 a.m. on Wednesday. If you every had the pleasure of attending a Stanton auction you can appreciate the professionalism and knowledge brought to the auction by Steve Stanton, his family members and the founder of Stanton's Auctioneers, Wm. Stanton who always stood beside Steve at each auction. The Stanton Auction has become well known to phonograph collectors as they hold specialty phonograph auctions and have become internationally known for selling antique phonograph, music box and automated machine auctions in Michigan and throughout the United States. Our condolences to the Stanton Family as they celebrate the life of William J. Stanton. Visitation - Sun. May 12, 2013 - (5:00 - 8:00 p.m.) Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI. Services - Mon. May 13, 2013 - First Congregational Church, Vermontville, MI - (10:00 a.m.) Internment - Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta, MI. Robin Joan Rolfs ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Wayne Show Pixs posted on WIMAPS Website
Greetings, Springtime came to the Wayne Show. The weather was warm and not snowing as it still is in Wisconsin. Enjoy the photos from the Wayne Show on the WIMAPS website at: www.wimaps.org Click on photos and than click on Wayne Show. The show was well attended and Mike Devecka does an excellent job in organizing the show. He also seems to enjoy the outdoor swap meet before the show on Saturday. Our thanks for Mike and his wonderful wife for their work in putting together the April 14 Mechanical Music Extravaganza. The next show will be October 13. Mark your calendars and enjoy the collecting hobby. Happy Collecting to all and think Spring! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Orlando Show Photos
Greetings, We are back in snowy and icy cheeseland from the warm and sunny Orlando Florida phonograph show. As reported the show was great with excellent attendance of collectors and general public. Our thanks to the promoters, Bob Cole and his family and Richard and Nancy Brown. Nancy greets everyone with a smile and Bob and Richard put together an outstanding show. We thank them for their work in making the Orlando show better and bigger each year. Enjoy the photos which are posted on the WIMAPS website by our great webmaster, Jim Keuler. You can view the photos at: www.wimaps.org Enjoy and celebrate Thomas Edison's 166 birthday. We did a cameo for a local television station and tonight we will be celebrating his birthday at an event in Appleton, WI site of the first residential home in the world electrified by a centrally-located hydroelectric power plant using the Thomas Edison electric system. Happy Birthday Mr. Edison!!! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Siam Soo record
Greetings, Information on Siam Soo and the Columbia Siam Soo record can be found on pages 1-39 to 1-41 in the book we authored titled Phonograph Dolls and Toys. Value of the record is always determined by condition and is valued from $100-$299 range. On the Siam Soo packing box are suggested appropriate record catalogue numbers and titles to be played with the dancing doll. The earlier box lists 27 records and the later box lists 18 records. Enjoy your Siam Soo record! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Renewing MAPS membership
Greetings, You can renew your membership at: http://www.maps-itg.org/ There is a form to fill out and you can pay using PayPal. Or you can renew by mail by going to: http://www.maps-itg.org/MAPS-home.html Former members of MAPS may rejoin at any time without filling out a membership application by paying their dues for the current year. The dues are as follows: US residents: $30 Canadian residents: $35 (USD) Rest of the World: $45 (USD) All payments must be in U.S. funds only. Please address your membership form to: MAPS Dues c/o John Hauger 3771 Chapel Road Spring Arbor, MI 49283 U.S.A. Christmas greetings to all! IAPS/MAPS Secretary, Joan Rolfs - Original Message - From: Merle Sprinzen msprin...@gmail.com To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tuesday, December 04, 2012 3:00 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Renewing MAPS membership I'd really like to renew my MAPS membership, but I can't find the information on the MAPS website about how to send the payment through PayPal. I got a letter that says I should go to www.MAPS-ITG.org, but when I go there it says the site is under construction and that I should go to the old site. And when I go to the old site, it only has information about becoming a new member - at least as far as what I could find. Maybe it's me. But would someone mind, please, posting the information about what account name I should use to send my renewal through PayPal? ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
Re: [Phono-L] Very Sad News
We send our message of sympathy to Karen and the family. Bob and Karen shared their love of the hobby with everyone. Bob set a wonderful example for all collectors, enjoyed collecting, wrote articles and answered questions for the beginning and advanced collector. Bob will be missed by all he touched by his caring and sharing. With deep sympathy, Robin Joan Rolfs ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Orlando Show Photos
Greetings, Photos of the Orlando show are posted at the WIMAPS website at: http://www.wimaps.org/ It was a grand show, perfect weather, great promoters, excellent attendence and good sales. The Friday early buyers day worked well for dealers and buyers. The show day on Saturday was also well attended by the general public. The promoters, Bob Cole and Richard Brown should be commended for putting together the show. Allot of hard work, planning and promotion is put into a successful phonograph show. The location was excellent and it appeared attendance impoved. Thank you Bob, Richard, and their families for putting together a great Orlando show. Regards, Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Stanton Auction Photos
Greetings, Christmas came early for many collectors who attended the Stanton's Fall Music Machine Auction in Michigan on November 17, 18 19. It was one of the longest phonograph auctions we ever attended. Joan had time to take photos of the auction. Enjoy. The auction was very well attended. Prices for rare items were high and overall the prices were stable considering the amount of items on the auction block. You can view the photos at: http://www.wimaps.org/ Auction prices for items can be seen at the Stanton Auction website at: http://www.stantons-auctions.com/ Enjoy and have a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 2012! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com Check out our latest Edison research project. ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Edison Little Folks Funiture Document Published
Greetings, In cooperation with the New London Public Museum, New London, WI we have compiled a document on Edison Little Folks furniture with over 300 photographs of artifacts, company literature, company photos and documents never before published along with a narrative history of the factory dating back to 1891 and serving as a leading means of employment for the small town for five generations. This 134 page document on Edison Little Folks Furniture comes as an e-book in a PDF format. The document is on a self-loading CD that opens with your computer. Photos and scans are in high resolution allowing the viewer to enlarge or print desired portions of the document. The New London Public Museum will have an exhibit of Little Folks Furniture November 12, 2011-February 14, 2012. Visit our website at: www.audioantique.com to order Edison Little Folks Furniture CD at the cost of: $14.00 including shipping in the USA. Here is a bit of history about this relatively unknown Edison Company: In 1916, Thomas Edison acquired his supply source for wood cabinets. The Wisconsin Cabinet and Panel Company, a subsidiary of the Edison Phonograph Co. was purchased from The Wisconsin Chair Co. to manufacture cabinets for Edison phonographs. It's 1927, and the sale of phonographs is giving way to radio. The Wisconsin Cabinet and Panel Co. becomes Edison Wood Products, Inc. Edison suddenly discontinues the phonograph business in October 1929. But Edison Wood Products continues. In the biography of Charles Edison entitled, Out of the Shadow, author John D. Venable states: In one area, Charles and those in management under him literally fashioned a silk purse out of a sow's ear. When economic and competitive factors closed down the phonograph works, the Edison Company was left with a large woodworking plant in New London, Wisconsin which was devoted to making phonograph cabinets. This plant was New Londo n's largest employer. Rather than close it down and wreck the local economy, Charles Edison and his staff of executives looked for a different product line. A young man named Tom Fitzgerald, sent to Wisconsin more or less to hold the fort, developed a line of juvenile furniture...cribs, highchairs and the like. Edison Little Folks Furniture proved highly profitable and was looked upon as the Cadillac of the trade. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Wayne Phonograph Show Photos
Greetings, The Wayne NJ phonograph show held on October 8-9 was better than ever. More vendors, more customers and perfect fall weather. Sales and trades were brisk and new collectors were in attendance. Michael Devecka is an excellent promoter and has the show well organized. We again took photos of the Saturday outdoor sales and Sunday Show. Some hurried caption errors: Apologies to Croak'n Frog, Archeophone and the Columbia is a Treadle. Enjoy. You can view photos of the show at: http://www.wimaps.org/ Click on Photos and then Wayne Show. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org
[Phono-L] Union Show Photos 2011
Greetings, The cheeseheads have a busy summer and the photos of the Union 2011 phonograph show are now posted on the WIMAPS website at: www.wimaps.org. Check out the new Nipper Collectibles book Vol. II at: www.audioantique.com We look forward to attending the CAPS show August 13 14 and seeing fellow collectors. Check their website at: http://www.antiquephono.org/index.html Enjoy and have a happy and safe 4th of July! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Introducing Nipper Collectibles Vol. II Book
Greetings Friends, He's baaack! Just as we'd thought we'd seen every conceivable aspect of the blessed beast, in their inscrutable, devotional and insatiable thirst the Rolfs have unearthed more Nipperie for our enjoyment and amazement. Oliver Berliner Yes, there's more! We are pleased to announce our latest edition of Nipper Collectibles Volume II. Over 250 more pages of Nipperabilia. It is available at our website: www.audioantique.com and will be available at the Union Show on June 11-12 and June 10 for early buyers. Thanks, Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] April is Jazz Appreciation Month
Greetings, Below is an article from Julie Fleming, coordinator of the Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee, Fox Lake, WI. It was a decade ago that April was designated nationally as JAZZ Appreciation Month, but it was certainly many decades before that when the United States embraced JAZZ as its own music. Some people equate JAZZ with the blues and rightly so. The blues let you see into the soul of a person from a sad and thoughtful view, but JAZZ is at times the celebration of the soul as it breaks forth with joy. JAZZ is one of America's greatest cultural achievements and it gives a powerful voice to the American experience. It was born of a multi-hued society and unites people across the divides of race, region and national boundaries. It makes a powerful statement about freedom, creativity and American identity at home and abroad. It is this wonderful free and happy music called Dixieland that is featured at the Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee this May 13 - 15th in Fox Lake, Wisconsin. JAZZ is not the result of choosing a tune, but an idea that is created first in the mind, inspired by one's passion, and willed next in the playing of music. Its unique expression draws from life experiences and human emotion and in that way tells the story and history of a people. D.C. DowDell, Professor of Music at A Passion For Jazz is quoted as saying JAZZ - it takes passion to make it happen. Musicians and those that follow the music closely can indeed be thought of as an artistic community complete with its leaders, spokesmen, innovators, members, bands, supporters, and fans. To help celebrate this JAZZ Appreciation Month the U. S. Postal Service issued a JAZZ Appreciation Forever Stamp on March 28, 2011 at post offices across the nation. The stamp pays tribute to JAZZ, America's musical gift to the world, and to the musicians who play it in studios, clubs or concert halls, and on festival stages. According to a press release by the U. S. Postal Service JAZZ developed originally as an innovative combination of European, American, and African influences, and produced many internationally acclaimed American artists, such as Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker and Billie Holiday. And the internationally famous Bunny Berigan raised in small town mid-America, Fox Lake, Wisconsin. The beautiful stamp was created by Paul Rogers and it is the first single stamp to pay tribute to America's original art form JAZZ. Paul Rogers states It is always an honor to design a postage stamp, and because I love JAZZ and have great respect for the history of the music, this one was very special to me. I started by thinking of all the artists I admire from the past who have created visual art with connections to jazz. I knew I needed to rise to the occasion and deliver a design that would sit well in my mind with those images, or I knew I'd feel bad about it for a long time. Well, Paul Rogers does not need to feel bad about his JAZZ Forever stamp because it is just beautiful. Done in tones of orange, yellow, green, black and white, the stamp is larger than normal and simply puts life onto the letter in hand. That may be the reason why the Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee waited until the stamp could be purchased to mail out the flyers for this year's event. Th e JAZZ stamp is on sale now at all local post offices and like the music itself will last FOREVER. Robin Joan Rolfs ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
Re: [Phono-L] KAMMER REINHARDT/ BERLINER DOLL *UPDATE*
Greetings, Wayne Maria Kosovic had the good fortune to purchase the rare Kammer Reinhardt doll and have done extensive research on its origin. The doll will be featured in the March issue of The Antique Doll Collector magazine. This article involved several major doll experts as well as museum archives and phonograph researchers. To obtain a copy of the March issue of The Antique Doll Collector you can call 1-888-800-2588. The cost of the magazine is $6.00 and you can pay by check or credit card. They do not take PayPal. You may check their website at: http://www.antiquedollcollector.com/ Mailing address is: Antique Doll Collector, P.O. Box 239, Northport, NY 11768. Robin Joan Rolfs - Original Message - From: Wayne way...@shaw.ca To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2011 8:54 AM Subject: [Phono-L] KAMMER REINHARDT/ BERLINER DOLL *UPDATE* First, I'm sorry if this is not the correct place to post this. However, If there are any members that would like to see and read the latest and up to date article that has been written for the KR / Berliner doll that was found last year. She is about to appear on the March issue of The Antique Doll Collector. This article involved several major doll experts as well as museums,archives and Phonograph researchers. There are never before seen photo's and for the first time since 1894 the full and only KR ad that was placed in a period trade magazine. I am not sure how many extra's there will be. Therefore, if you are wanting one I would phone the 800 number below to get a copy. They have told me that there would be some extra's for our community. Antique Doll Collector 1-888-800-2588 ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Report Pix - Orlando Phonograph Show Sale
Greetings, Collectors from throughout the United States gathered at the 15th annual Antique Phonograph Show and Sale on Saturday, January 22, 2011. A dealer swap was held on Friday, January 21 in the parking lot of the Orlando Holiday Inn Hotel Suites. There were approximately 60 booths filled with phonographs, records, cylinders, Nippers and collectibles related to the phonograph hobby. Robert Cole and Richard Brown are the wonderful promoters of this show. They are a class act and we are highly appreciative of the promotion and work it takes to have a successful show. If you did not attend this show, make plans for next year. The sales were brisk and the friendship and sunshine were incredible and provided a wonderful break from the Wisconsin winter. A film crew from the Discovery Channel was filming segments for a 2012 program celebrating the 135th Year of Recorded Sound. The fun in the sun with fellow collectors is wonderful for Cheeseheads from Wisconsin. We extend a big thank you to the promoters, Robert Cole and Richard Brown for their dedication to our hobby and making this show a success for all to enjoy. Our good friend Jack Whelan attended the show and does an excellent job taking photos of the show. As the song goes Nobody Does It Better. Visit his website at: http://phonojack.com/Shows.htm then click *** Orlando Antique Phono Show January 2011 NEW! We also posted photos at the WIMAPS website at: www.wimaps.org Click on photos and go to Orlando Show 2011 NEW! Enjoy the show and of course we are cheering for the Green Bay Packers - Go Pack Go! Robin Joan Rolfs ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Toy Technologies
Merry Christmas to all... Christmas toy technologies have truly evolved throughout the decades. Matt Woolsey, writer for the on-line publication GE Reports interviewed Joan and myself and wrote an interesting article about the not so successful Edison Talking Doll. This and other toy technologies are highlighted in the Holiday Edition. Scroll down to the last article: Behind the Toy Technologies in Santa's Futuristic Lab and click the link to Thomas Edison's Talking Doll. http://www.gereports.com/ Little girls wanted a talking doll for Christmas and today phonograph collectors would also be delighted to find her under their tree Christmas morning. Happy New Year 2011! Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Wayne Show Report
Greetings, The Wayne NJ show was great as usual. Well organist by Michael Devecka. Sales were very good for us and there are always excellent items for sale at the show. We posted photos from the sale at: www.wimaps.org Click on the Photos tab. The next Wayne Mechanical Music Extravaganza show date is Sunday, April 10, 2011. We also look forward to the Orlando show JANUARY 22: Orlando Phonograph Show For further Dealer information contact: Bob Cole 407-247-6271 Richard Brown 407-620-4862 Email to c5...@aol.com http://home.comcast.net/~orlandophonoshow/ Enjoy the fantastic phonographs and phono friends at the Wayne show. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
Re: [Phono-L] Phonotop any one can play it
A more colorful version of this amusing musical toy can be seen on Page 1-42 of our Phonograph Dolls and Toys book. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com - Original Message - From: Rich rich-m...@octoxol.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Saturday, September 25, 2010 4:50 PM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Phonotop any one can play it I see at least one person has a severe case of Gotthaveititus. I bet playing a record on that thing is challenging to say the least. Lets see you need on e of the old flat Dixie Cups that used to live in the dispenser next to the water cooler, an old top, needle taped to bottom of paper cup and an old record. Speed control is going to be a bit unstable though. Steven Medved wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/220673656596 ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
Re: [Phono-L] edisonia for sale!
This artifact has an interesting history as it is apparently a piece of galvanized sheet metal from the now demolished Edison building in New London, WI. The structure was originally built in 1891 as a door factory and later sold to the Wisconsin Chair Co. Edison purchased the company in 1917 for the manufacture of phonograph cabinets. The plant expanded as Edison Wood Products and soon became the town's largest employer with over 600 men and women making cabinets. By 1927 production shifted to furniture and in particular juvenile furniture. This product niche literally saved the town during hard times that followed. Edison Little Folks Furniture became highly successful and was later acquired by Simmons Company in 1965. In 2005, the company outsourced manufacturing to plants in China and the New London factory closed. Four years later, the building were demolished and one of the last building to retain the name Edison fell. A salvage company is currently re-cycling some of the bricks and flooring materials. http://urbanevolutions.blogspot.com/2008/07/historic-woods-from-thomas-edison.html We are currently working on a research project in association with the local museum in New London and the Edison-Ford Winter Estates. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com - Original Message - From: pjfraser pjfra...@mac.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, September 16, 2010 7:00 PM Subject: [Phono-L] edisonia for sale! http://www.uncommongoods.com/item/item.jsp?itemId=19513 this is quite silly, and the write-up has its facts a little mixed-up, but the to-do list in the picture is amusing. -- Peter pjfra...@mac.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Union Photos Posted at WIMAPS website
Greetings, We would like to share photos and the following report of the Union 2010 show and sale. June 12, 2010 collectors met at the 35th phonograph music box show and sale. But it was really 46 years ago that The Early Talking Machine Club of America was founded in 1964 by Larry Donley and Glen Oaldon, who ran a Chicago Tribune ad looking to start a club. The first few meetings were at Oaldon's house with about 5 members. Larry Donley had a gas station on 26th St.and Berwyn with a sign in the window wanting phonographs. Phonographs were common in antique shops (brass belled horn machines $35.00 and wood horn Victors for $75.00) but there were no flea markets yet. The first Union Show was organized in 1975 by Larry Donley with a handful of club members and dealers. This has grown to the largest phonograph show in the country with dealers coming from many states across the US and countries abroad. The Donley boys, Randy and Mike have kept the tradition going by putting together one of the biggest and best phonograph and music box sale in the world. We thanked the Donley boys by having them dance to the music of a custom made phonograph toy created for the enjoyment and amazement of the Union crowd. The one of a kind commemorative dancers were auctioned off with profits to benefit the Edison Birthplace Museum, Milan, Ohio and the Friends of Edison, Edison National Historic Park, Orange, NJ. We wished Larry Donley a happy 80th birthday as we celebrated the 35th Union Show. Visit www.wimaps.org to view photos of friends and activities that took place at Union, June 11-13, 2010. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Wayne Show Stanton Auction
Greetings, Photo's of the Wayne Show can be found on the WIMAPS website at www.wimaps.org The show was well attended and sales were brisk. A rainy day detoured sales in the parking lot on Saturday. The show is growing and the attendance was excellent. The Stanton auction was incredible with awesome phonographs for sale. Buyers were ready to stimulate the economy and prices for rare items set some record prices. Highlights were: Eldridge Johnson Model C phonograph: $3500.00 Very rare Salter mahogany double bow front record cabinet: $6700.00 Rare lever-wind ratchet phonograph: $21,000.00 Edison Idealia Cylinder Phonograph: $20,000.00 Vogue records sold between $25.00 $35.00 with the exception of a few rare Vogues that made $100.00 Phonograph lamps were in demand with a Fairy Lamp bringing $3800.00. Check prices at the Stanton website when posted. http://stantons-auctions.com/ Overall, good quality phonographs brought premium prices. There is always a good variety of phonographs and items at the auction to meet everyone's collection desires. As always, Steve Stanton has a very professional auction. Getting together with friends and fellow collections is the real enjoyment of the auction. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Passing of Debra Vollema
Greetings, We were saddened to hear that Debra Vollema passed away on February 7, 2010. Debra was by George's side at auctions and when they set up for Phonovention. She supported George in the phonograph hobby and business. At Phonovention 2009 the entire family was enjoying the show and Debra always had a smile for everyone. Our sympathy to George and his family. Please visit: http://obits.mlive.com/obituaries/grandrapids/obituary.aspx?page=lifestorypid=139589070 to leave a favorite memory of Debra. Friends, Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
Re: [Phono-L] Another Victor Adv Clock on Fleabay
Greetings, We just arrived back from the Orlando Phonograph Show. The show was well attended, sales were brisk and new collectors were in attendance. We hope to post photos from the show and our visit to Ft. Meyers on the WIMAPS website within a week. We will keep you posted. In regard to the Victor Advertising Clock, I would really question this item. It would be nice if it had some kind of provenance. In our research for the Nipper Collectibles book we found no such clock advertised to dealers in The Voice of the Victor magazines for dealers. We also have not seen these clocks in vintage store photographs. When we did our research at the Johnson Victrola Museum in Dover, Delaware we specifically looked for photos or written evidence of these types of clocks and did not find anything to report. We are working on a Nipper Collectibles update of additional items which will be in an e-book format on a CD. If anyone has Nipper items not found in the Nipper Collectibles book we published, we would appreciate having you sharing them for the update. Happy Collecting to all. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Nipper item Mystery Solved
BlankGreetings and Happy New Year 2010, Bill Hodges had an inquiry regarding a Nipper item he is listing on e-bay. With the help of my Nipper friend, we solved the mystery of what the Nipper item is. The item is listed on e-bay (item 300383123497) http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemitem=300383123497ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT It is a dog and gramophone figure and my Nipper friend, Barbara Regan solved the mystery of what it is. The item is the top of the radio on page 3-90 of our Nipper Collectibles book. The only reason she knew that it was the top piece of the radio is because she has the whole radio. Actually, it's in 3 pieces. The top piece is the dog and gramophone on the red vinyl, the second piece is an insert which is a little red fabric-covered dish that you could put coins or other small items in and the bottom is where the actual parts of the transistor radio are. She didn't think anyone would realize it unless they actually owned the piece. She just thought the dog and gramophone on red looked familiar and finally found the radio. Bill wrote us in regard to the item and we did not recognize the item, but thanks to Barbara the Nipper mystery is solved. I am sure Bill will be changing the description of the item on e-bay to inform buyers of what the item actually is. Happy New Year, Happy Nipper Collecting, and looking forward to Orlando and a great time with phono friends. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
Re: [Phono-L] Nipper item Mystery Solved
Just curious, since I don't have the book. When was this radio manufactured ? Bruce Greetings Bruce, We are sure this item was not licensed by the RCA Company, since there is no RCA logo on the item. On the side of the radio is the single word Victor. On the bottom of the radio part is stamped: Made in Japan and under that is the number 516. Our educated guess would be that it was manufactured in Japan in 1960's or early 70's. Nipper was and still is such a popular logo representing the music industry that items were manufactured that were not licensed by the company. They are very hard to date since records of their manufacturer may not exist and are hard to trace. We always appreciate any information we receive on Nipper items, their history and manufacture date. Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
[Phono-L] Why Couldn't Edison Think of This? - THEY DID!
Ooops I guess Necessity is the mother of invention. Thanks for the reference. This item does beg some questions though. Apparently the owner went through a lot of work to try to simulate the intent of Charles Edison's design and further improving on it with an electric motor. Interesting plumbing needed to feed the horns from both the front and back of reproducer. Probably did not produce too much volume from the MGM 78, however in reality, it must have presented some problems with loading both horns simultaneously. There must have been several reasons why Edison recording engineer J.P. Constable viewed the experiments with amused detachment. Rob - Original Message - From: Bill Boruff boru...@flash.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tuesday, March 11, 2008 8:54 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Why Couldn't Edison Think of This? - THEY DID! They did think of this! ! This is a prototype that Charles Edison designed for use as an out-of-doors phonograph as he was seeking a machine to play more robusr outdoor music. It is pictured with its proper horn on page 46 of Frow's book on the Edison Disc Phonograph. Bill Boruff On Mar 10, 2008, at 9:14 PM, Robin Joan Rolfs wrote: Just when you think you've seen it all... eBay # 120230759109 Rob Robin Joan Rolfs Visit us at: www.audioantique.com ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.oldcrank.org
