Re: [Phono-L] Victrola XII (VV-XII) knobs

The knobs on my XII (first cabinet style) are 3/4" and are wood-screw type. George Paul -Original Message- From: Richard Rubin via Phono-L <phono-l@oldcrank.org> To: phono-l <phono-l@oldcrank.org> Cc: Richard Rubin <richard_ru...@hotmail.com> Sent: W

Re: [Phono-L] Amberola 1 a

Approximately 3500 Amberola 1As were built. George P. -Original Message- From: zonophone2014--- via Phono-L To: Antique Phonograph List Cc: zonophone2014 Sent: Wed, Feb 1, 2017 11:34 pm Subject: [Phono-L]

Re: [Phono-L] Reproduction Orthophonic Reproducer shells?

I've been reliably informed that Ron will not be at the Wayne show this weekend. Bummer for me too... George P. -Original Message- From: Ron L'Herault via Phono-L To: 'Antique Phonograph List' Cc: Ron L'Herault

Re: [Phono-L] phonophan

Nope! - George -Original Message- From: Rob via Phono-L To: Antique Phonograph List Cc: Rob Sent: Sat, Mar 5, 2016 12:14 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] phonophan Tim can you feel the love How about it george Any

[Phono-L] Tewksbury Repeater

will be virtually impossible. I know - - I tried for over a year to get a copy made. Please let me know if you're interested, and the sooner the better! Thanks and best wishes to all, George Paul ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

[Phono-L] Tewksbury Repeater

will be virtually impossible. I know - - I tried for over a year to get a copy made. Please let me know if you're interested, and the sooner the better! Thanks and best wishes to all, George Paul ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

[Phono-L] Tewksbury Repeaters

will be virtually impossible. I know - - I tried for over a year to get a copy made. Please let me know if you're interested, and the sooner the better! Thanks and best wishes to all, George Paul ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

[Phono-L] Wendell Moore's Passing

Wendell Moore 1921 – 2014 I am saddened to inform everyone of Wendell’s passing on Monday, 10 February 2014 at age 93. A long-time antique phonograph enthusiast, Wendell will be best remembered for his kindness, knowledge and re-publication of the “The Edison Phonograph Monthly”.

[Phono-L] New INDEX Now Accessible on the APS Website

For those who have been members over the past decade of the California Antique Phonograph Society and, later, the Antique Phonograph Society, you know what a resource of information is contained in your copies of The Sound Box and The Antique Phonograph. Now you may be happy to learn that we

[Phono-L] New Articles on the Antique Phonograph Society Website

I'm not going to be making announcements every time we add something to the website, but I just wanted to let everyone know that there are two new articles on the APS website that we hope will be of interest to collectors. The first is just for fun: The Origins of the Antique Phonograph

[Phono-L] A New Year's Gift from The Antique Phonograph Society

for additional surprises over the next few weeks! :) We Wish a Very Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year to the Phonograph Collecting Community from The Antique Phonograph Society. George Paul ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

Re: [Phono-L] A New Year's Gift from The Antique Phonograph Society

, December 27, 2013 10:00 AM, George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com wrote: Happy New Year, everyone! :) I'm happy to announce that, through the hard work and generosity of Mr. R.J. Wakeman, The Antique Phonograph Society has made available on our website www.antiquephono.org his entire (heretofore

Re: [Phono-L] Opera like cabinet for A1 mechanism

In addition to the cabinet, the stanchion that holds the reproducer (and the control rod) differs between the 1A and the Opera. I'm afraid your correspondent would pay several hundred dollars for a reproduction cabinet, then create a mechanism that never existed at the time, at significant

Re: [Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Website Now Online!

Jim, We received your comment on the Antique Phonograph Society website, and we appreciate it very much. Welcome aboard! Best, George Paul -Original Message- From: Jim Parks jimpark...@gmail.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tue, Nov 12, 2013 12:41 pm

[Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Website Now Online!

. As Rod Pickett and I have stated before, we think our hobby is on the brink of a new era. Best regards to all, George Paul ://phono-l.org ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

Re: [Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Website Now Online!

services before they damage their phonographs. The website should be an effective conduit for those connections. That's also in the near future. Please keep your ideas coming, and happy collecting - - George Paul -Original Message- From: George victr...@triton.net To: Antique

Re: [Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Announcement

or so, this form will be on the new website, and your application can be completed and paid for online. Best to all, George P. -Original Message- From: George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sun, Oct 6, 2013 9:34 pm Subject: [Phono-L] New Antique

[Phono-L] New Antique Phonograph Society Announcement

. (Memberships will be on a calendar-yearbasis.) We hope all members of MAPS andAPS will like what they see in TheAntique Phonograph and sign up for 2014. Watch for the newjournal in November! George Paul President, AntiquePhonograph Society ___ Phono-L

Re: [Phono-L] Picture of the Herzog 742

Well, I don't really swear by stopping in shops. I usually swear as I'm leaving the shops empty-handed. Before I retired, my work involved almost-daily travel to ten different counties of our state. For the last 10 years or so of my work life, I took to eating while I drove, and invested my

Re: [Phono-L] Asbestos in Edison records

Don't believe everything you read! George P. -Original Message- From: Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Wed, May 15, 2013 5:33 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Asbestos in Edison records I have read that the blue Amberol plaster of Paris has asbestos.

Re: [Phono-L] Asbestos in Edison records

Well, maybe one of them will speak up too! George P. -Original Message- From: Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Wed, May 15, 2013 7:27 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Asbestos in Edison records I don't so I always appreciate credible

Re: [Phono-L] The Death of Amberola III SN304

There's still hope. So far, all the parts to Amberola III No.304 have been purchased by the same collector who is attempting to keep the machine together. This collector already has an Amberola III and his actions are solely for the preservation of this particular example. He told me that,

Re: [Phono-L] The Death of Amberola III SN304

I'm happy to report that all the constituent parts of Amberola III No.304 (except the horn) have been purchased by a preservation-minded collector. It's a pity about the horn, but I'm hoping one of us can find an original to complete the machine. Does anyone have a spare Amberola III horn in

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Diamond Disc grills needed

Bob, I have a light oak C-19 cabinet I'm parting out, including the grille. Please contact me at gpaul2000(at)aol.com. Best, George P. -Original Message- From: Bob Maffit maff...@bresnan.net To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Mon, Feb 18, 2013 10:56 pm

Re: [Phono-L] Home SN

Home No.1265 left the factory about August 1897. George P. -Original Message- From: Thomas Edison edisonphonowo...@hotmail.com To: phono L phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thu, Dec 27, 2012 2:18 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Home SN Hi George I have Home H 1265, about when was this made, I am

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

, please? Thanks! -- Peter pjfra...@mac.com On Dec 26, 2012, at 3:26 PM, George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com wrote: Jack, Home No.3611 left the factory about February 1898. Home No.10995 left the factory about January 1899. George P. -Original Message- From: Jack Whelan jackwhe

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

when it was made and I have only been able to approximate. Thanks so much! Dave --- On Tue, 12/18/12, George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com wrote: From: George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date: Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Re: [Phono-L] DECAL ID. on Red Banner Edison Home A-

Yes, I remember that. It involved the number of lines beneath the D of EDISON. Unfortunately, that theory didn't hold up, as it appears there were minor changes in the decal that weren't used in a linear chronological progression. George P. -Original Message- From: Dennis Back

Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A

Dennis, Home No.25229 left the factory in January 1900. George P. -Original Message- From: Dennis Back back...@yahoo.com To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Wed, Dec 19, 2012 3:23 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Red Banner Long Case Edison Home A Hi George, One more

Re: [Phono-L] DECAL ID. on Red Banner Edison Home A-

Allen, As a general tendency, the number of lines beneath the D did increase over time. However, in my earlier email I stated, there were minor changes in the decal that weren't used in a linear chronological progression. You wrote that the application of these decals (and possible

Re: [Phono-L] Home Banner to Script

Al, Thanks for the results of your field studies. Edison sold approximately 8,000 Homes in Sept. 1906, so my supposition was off by at least a month's worth. Dealing with Edison, I should have known that it would have taken more time - not less - for the change to have taken place!

Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped?

Steve, I've seen Home No.55. I didn't note what type of reproducer was on it, or other Homes during the suitcase research, because there's no way to know if they're the original reproducers. I've had collectors state that certain machines were all original - just as sold - but then it

Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped?

? Is there a published source for looking up serial numbers to date a machine? Dave D --- On Sat, 12/15/12, George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com wrote: From: George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped? To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Date

Re: [Phono-L] Limit screw for automatic recorder

Yes, the banner Home appeared at serial No.1! George P. -Original Message- From: Steven Medved steve_nor...@msn.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org; phonolist phonol...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sat, Dec 15, 2012 3:28 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Limit screw for automatic recorder Hello,

Re: [Phono-L] Any idea around what serial number the banner Home case was dropped?

I know - - I was just being a smart ass. The Edison Phonograph Monthly announced the end of the banner decals on all models in the September 1906 issue. Taking into account the set-up for that issue occurring in August, about the closest I can estimate is that the Home lost the banner decal

Re: [Phono-L] Thanks and the centering pin on the carriage

the information you sent me and I will save it. When you are rested we can discuss when the centering pin appeared on the Edison small carriage, I have an idea. From George Paul I discovered there was a several month gap when the machines were made and when they were shipped. Thanks again, Steve

Re: [Phono-L] Thanks and the centering pin on the carriage

you sent me and I will save it. When you are rested we can discuss when the centering pin appeared on the Edison small carriage, I have an idea. From George Paul I discovered there was a several month gap when the machines were made and when they were shipped. Thanks again, Steve To: phono-l

Re: [Phono-L] trolling motors from phono motors

Here in the Finger Lakes of New York state, we occasionally see trolling motors made from phonograph spring motors. Believe it or not, there was a guy still doing this at least up to about 5 years ago. Several antique dealers have told me they sell their junk machines to this guy who installs

Re: [Phono-L] Sonora Tonalie part needed

I don't know about websites, but 3 photos of a Gibson Gramophone may be seen on pages 58-59 of Discovering Antique Phonographs. George P. -Original Message- From: bruce78rpm bruce78...@comcast.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thu, Sep 27, 2012 4:27 pm

Re: [Phono-L] Gibson Gramophone

seen Gibson Gramophone. Was it made by the same folks who supplied the Gibson Traveling arm for various early Victor Talking machines, and the Gibson arm for Zonophones ? - Original Message - From: George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, September 27

Re: [Phono-L] Very Sad News

talking machines. Not only did he answer what he could immediately, but he would follow up days later with additional information - sometimes after disassembling machines in his collection. His heart was in our hobby, and he will indeed be missed. George Paul -Original Message

[Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor/Triumph Research

Once again, I want to thank the members of this list for all the help given me in studying Edison Spring-Motor and Triumph serial numbers and related data. The database I've developed now has just under 100 machines in it - - thank you! For those who haven't yet submitted data, please don't

Re: [Phono-L] TV Show Abandoned Edison Amerola 5?

Interesting. The image appears to have been photoshopped with a mechanism from an Edison Standard A - reversed! Who says you can't believe advertising? George P. -Original Message- From: Vinyl Visions vinyl.visi...@live.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tue, Aug 21, 2012

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor/Triumph Questionnaire

- From: George Paul To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Wednesday, August 01, 2012 6:49 PM Subject: [Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor/Triumph Questionnaire If you own an Edison Spring Motor or Triumph, I'd very much appreciate your help. Below is a brief questionnaire. Please send your

Re: [Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor/Triumph Questionnaire

fixing the mistakes I find, and where something otherwise doesn't fit, I'm asking further questions. Thanks to everyone who has responded thus far! Best to all, George Paul -Original Message- From: Jim Nichol jnic...@fuse.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent

[Phono-L] Edison Spring Motor/Triumph Questionnaire

inside the lid? Thanks for your help! George Paul ___ Phono-L mailing list http://phono-l.org

Re: [Phono-L] Why I never made it to Union

Tim, Many of us at Union were aware of your ordeal and you were in our prayers. Glad you're on the road to recovery and best wishes for renewed health very soon. George Paul -Original Message- From: Tim McCormick d...@themccormicks.com To: 'Antique Phonograph List' phono-l

Re: [Phono-L] [phonolist] Norcross Phonograph Co

I agree - and the Talking Machine Company's name on the record slip should be conclusive. The Norcross Jumbo would have had a Norcross record slip. George P. -Original Message- From: AllenAmet allena...@aol.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Sat, Apr 21, 2012 8:53 pm

Re: [Phono-L] [phonolist] Norcross Phonograph Co

The Norcross Phonograph Company was founded by Issac W. Norcross in New York City in the late 1890s. Norcross made his own recordings and pantographically duplicated them for sale. He also marketed a now-rare Jumbo record, which was a standard-size cylinder. Norcross also was the target of

Re: [Phono-L] Does anyone know how to make a Jones Motrola _safe_?

I always wear sneakers and rubber work gloves! George P. -Original Message- From: Philip Carli philip_ca...@pittsford.monroe.edu To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thu, Feb 16, 2012 7:23 pm Subject: [Phono-L] Does anyone know how to make a Jones Motrola _safe_?

Re: [Phono-L] Eagle Graphophone Research

George, Thanks a bunch for the additional data. That makes 48 now in the database. I appreciate all your help. Best, George -Original Message- From: George victr...@triton.net To: Antique Phonograph List phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Tue, Nov 22, 2011 1:14 pm Subject: Re: [Phono-L]

Re: [Phono-L] zonophonie parts needed

Can you get two sets of those parts? I need them too! George P. -Original Message- From: zonophone2006 zonophone2...@aol.com To: phono-l phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thu, Nov 17, 2011 12:02 pm Subject: [Phono-L] zonophonie parts needed hi all i am looking for any of the following

Re: [Phono-L] Eagle Graphophone Research

2001 Wilshire CT. Hillsborough NJ. 08844 From: George Paul gpaul2...@aol.com To: phono-l@oldcrank.org Sent: Thursday, November 3, 2011 7:47 AM Subject: Re: [Phono-L] Eagle Graphophone Research I want to thank everyone who has responded so far with data