Re: [Phono-L] Ediphone questions

Yes! We pictured one of these maroon Ediphones in Discovering Antique Phonographs on page 147, Figure 3-118. George P. -Original Message- From: Jay Horenstein jay.horenst...@gmail.com To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Wed, Aug 26, 2009 4:20 pm Subject:

Re: [Phono-L] Columbia napkin cuff fair cylinders

Mike, I thought for sure that article was in The Sound Box, but you're right - - it isn't there. Rene wrote the article; perhaps you should contact him about its location. I'm stumped. George P. -Original Message- From: Michael F. Khanchalian mfkhanchal...@altrionet.com To:

Re: [Phono-L] Any ideas on this unusual box?

A home-made creation. George P. -Original Message- From: Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com To: Phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org; phonolist phonol...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, Dec 22, 2009 9:05 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Any ideas on this unusual box?

Re: [Phono-L] 2 minute Wax Amberol Wax records

I wouldn't want anyone - especially newcomers to the hobby - to be confused: wax Amberol Records are all 4 minute. Amberol was Edison's trade name for 4 minute cylinder records. From 1908-1912 these Amberol Records were made of a black wax-like substance. From late 1912 - 1929 the 4 minute

Re: [Phono-L] Another Victor Adv Clock on Fleabay

Well, I'm no clock expert, but for several reasons, I believe this one to be a fake. There have been a number of phony advertising clocks popping up on eBay over the past few years, and I'd suggest extreme caution whenever considering one. I'd enumerate my reasons, but I don't want to

Re: [Phono-L] Need Address for Tim Fabrizio

Tim moved from Westminster 5 years ago, so don't send anything there! The PO Box 747, Henrietta, NY 14467 address is correct. You can also contact him at phonop...@aol.com. George P. -Original Message- From: Greg Bogantz gbogan...@charter.net To: Antique Phonograph List

Re: [Phono-L] Vehicle?

Jim, This is only my personal experience - - which may be counter to everyone else's. We had a 2002 Toyota Rav 4 which we liked very much until last summer when the transmission self-destructed at 120,000 miles. (I'm a stickler for maintenance - - our other vehicle is a Chevy Astro van with

Re: [Phono-L] What is this?

This is the Ruby Point, invented by Jay Warren Moyer and sold by the Penn Phonograph Company in 1900 for $1. Unfortunately, the disc is missing its red stylus. Neat little item - and in a Hawthorne Sheble Aluminum Disc box which originally housed a similar item. George P.

Re: [Phono-L] What is this?

The Ruby Point was a replacement cup stylus meant for a Graphophone reproducer. The owner would remove the original metal stylus arm, cement the Ruby Point into place on the diaphragm, and enjoy the results. An ad in the June 1900 issue of The Phonoscope claimed, Sells Like Hot Cakes.

Re: [Phono-L] What is this?

Yes - - less than half the diameter of the Graphophone's diaphragm. George P. -Original Message- From: Jim Nichol jnic...@fuse.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sun, Mar 28, 2010 10:24 am Subject: Re: [Phono-L] What is this? So the Ruby Point is

Re: [Phono-L] Ruby Point

Steve, As quoted from the ad, the stylus was a hard composition tip. I'm not sure I'd want to play any prized records with it! Jim, As mentioned in a previous email, the photo of the earlier glass-based version can be seen in Antique Phonograph Accessories Contraptions on page 72, Fig.

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Brass Mandrels... some idle thoughts...

Harvey, An Edison Home numbered in the 3400 range would date from February 1898. As I noted yesterday on the ATM board, Homes began appearing with nickel-plated mandrels in October/November 1898. Hope this helps - - George P. -Original Message- From: harvey kravitz

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Brass Mandrels... some idle thoughts...

Steve, I'm gratified to hear that you continue to enjoy the article on the 1896-1901 Home. (Not only did I read it, but I wrote it!) Your kind remarks on that article as well as The Sound Box are much appreciated. Anyone wishing to subscribe to The Sound Box may do so my logging onto the

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Windsor

Mike, Cabinets for Edison floor model coin-ops (and I suspect Rosenfields as well) were manufactured by the Edward Jordan Company in Brooklyn. I will respond to the email you sent me when I can lay my hands on some coin-op materials that I've stashed... George P. -Original

Re: [Phono-L] Phono-L Digest, Vol 7, Issue 147

$8500.00 -Original Message- From: Don Henry phonowo...@hotmail.com To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Fri, Oct 15, 2010 3:24 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Phono-L Digest, Vol 7, Issue 147 Hello All: Does anyone know what they were asking for the Columbia A with the Bettini

Re: [Phono-L] Collector's Guide to Victor Records

I received my copy a few days ago, and it's fabulous. The labels are eye-popping, and there's a ton of information, including a very thorough exploration of Berliner records and the birth of American Zonophone. Picture discs, personality recordings, test pressings, pattern labels that never

Re: [Phono-L] Victor R

Keep in mind that the very earliest Rs did not have the oxidized finish, but merely a dull gray metal finish. I will happily trade an original R support arm with a decent oxidized finish for the same arm in the original dull gray. George P. -Original Message- From: Peter

Re: [Phono-L] Vic R

I've only seen 2 or 3 myself. Only the first couple thousand Rs were done that way. I have one here, but we can't post photos. I'll be happy to post photos on one of the forums if you'd like. George P. -Original Message- From: DeeDee Blais deedeebl...@yahoo.com To:

Re: [Phono-L] Vic R

No, the gray parts are cast as usual, and stamped metal as usual for the corner braces, but with a gray finish. George P. -Original Message- From: Vinyl Visions vinyl.visi...@live.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Fri, Jan 7, 2011 11:33 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L]

Re: [Phono-L] Vic R

Thanks Loran - I didn't realize that. How would I post a photo? George P. -Original Message- From: Loran T. Hughes lo...@oldcrank.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sat, Jan 8, 2011 11:43 am Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Vic R Ah, but you CAN post

Re: [Phono-L] Amberola I vs III innards

I'd be most grateful to see period documentation of that practice. Can you direct me? George P. -Original Message- From: Rich rich-m...@octoxol.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tue, Jan 11, 2011 12:13 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Amberola I vs III

Re: [Phono-L] Amberola I vs III innards

No, I don't expect to find a period written record. -Original Message- From: Rich rich-m...@octoxol.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tue, Jan 11, 2011 12:54 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Amberola I vs III innards How do you explain original machines

Re: [Phono-L] Phonograph related theft

Peterson died shortly after his second arrest, as I recall. In any event, he has gone to his greater reward... George P. -Original Message- From: Dennis Back back...@yahoo.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sun, Jan 23, 2011 7:44 pm Subject:

Re: [Phono-L] $6100.01 Edison Standard Phonograph

Thanks, Rich, for the mention of our books. It's funny - - when asking $50 or $70 for a book, we believed it was incumbent upon us to provide the best photography we could. (I think we improved over the years!) Yet, someone selling an item on eBay, for which they expect to receive hundreds

Re: [Phono-L] In The Groove - Upcoming Events calendar

Tim has indeed made some great improvements to In The Groove. I'm paid up for the next two years! I'd like to also recommend the California Antique Phonograph Society's journal, The Sound Box, to all collectors. You can look over an issue at www.antiquephono.org. and join up if you like

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Army Navy

I've seen a number of ANs over the years (including my own), but I've never seen one numbered in the 3000 range. I expect yours was one of the last ones produced. George P. -Original Message- From: bruce78rpm bruce78...@comcast.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Army Navy

There are a number of postcards from the WWI era that show Victrola VIs and IXs in use. It should be pointed out that in the field for US troops means rear areas such as hospitals, supply depots, and rest areas. I've never seen a photo of a talking machine in an American trench or dugout.

Re: [Phono-L] Dearborn trip

I've been to Dearborn only once - and that was 10 years ago. At that time, the only talking machine I saw at the Henry Ford was an exhibition Bergmann tinfoil phonograph. I doubt that most people noticed it or even knew what it was unless they paused to read the little sign. Greenfield

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Retail Cylinder Box???

These boxes indeed turn up now and then. I have the 3, 6, and 12-record varieties myself, and I've seen other examples in various collections. A dealer had a 3-record version for sale at Union last month. The boxes are printed, The Pardell Folding Box, and were evidently offered to dealers

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Retail Cylinder Box???

How can you argue with such eloquence? :) -Original Message- From: George Glastris glast...@comcast.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sat, Jul 9, 2011 7:56 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Edison Retail Cylinder Box??? I shall take my hat off to the other George

Re: [Phono-L] Berliner record

No, no - - the 5 Berliners were pressed in Germany by two firms. Stephan Puille has had a couple of excellent articles published in The Sound Box that cover this period in detail. George P. -Original Message- From: Rick Mazur phonofo...@aol.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org

Re: [Phono-L] Berliner record

or the recorded text and he mention of two of Berliner's US patents : Nov 1887, May 1888. So if these records were printed in germany they would still contain the US patent? -Original Message- From: gpaul2000 gpaul2...@aol.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sat, Aug 6, 2011 9

Re: [Phono-L] Model O Reproducer Instructions

Here's another one... http://forum.talkingmachine.info/viewtopic.php?f=2t=5631start=0 George P. -Original Message- From: john robles john9...@pacbell.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sun, Aug 7, 2011 8:12 am Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Model O Reproducer