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:': « . <•#> Vancouver, B.C., July 7, 1924. * Official Journal of the Musicians' Union, Local 145, A. F. of M. Vol. II, No. 3. HOW PHONOGRAPH RECORDS ARE MADE 1 7" K«»„ m.~ A Peep Behind the Scenes While Vincent Lopez and His Boys Are Recording One of Their Famous Dance Selections. (By JAMES F. GILESPIE) VY/HILE enjoying the entertainment supplied by your phonograph (we take it for granted that you have one) has it ever occurred to you just how much time and labor it requires to make a phonograph record? We have been turning that question over in our mind for a long time and being of a curious nature decided to find out. Confessing a fondness for instrumental numbers, it was only natural that we consult an orchestra leader who had had recording experience, which impulse resulted in our seeking the advice of Vincent Lopez, conductor of the famous Vincent Lopez Hotel Pennsylvania Orchestra of recent vaudeville fame. We found Mr. Lopez in a very receptive mood and on his invitation we visited him the following day for the purpose of hearing his orchestra record. Ushered through a door marked "No Admittanc" we found ourselves in the "Sacred Sanctum of Canned Music," otherwise known as the recording room. Owing to the number of chairs and wires our first impression was that of a death chamber. Numerous wires were strung along the walls and ceiling all leading to a compartment at the end of the room which was partitioned off by a curtain and which appeared to conceal the executioner. Mr. Lopez had told us he intended to make a jazz record, but after gazing at our surroundings we decided that "Hearts and Flowers" would be far more appropriate. We also noticed what appeared to be horns or megaphones protruding through the curtain all of which left us in a rather puzzled frame of mind. Presently Mr. Lopez and his associates arrived and after the usual salutations they began to strip for action. Coats, collars and other apparel were quickly discarded, which seemed strange in view of the fact that they were to record but two numbers which to our way of thinking required but a few minutes because we had heard them play the me selections the night before at he Pennsylvania Roof. However ne is never too old to learn and we oon discovered that we were still our infancy so far as our know- "Arlffptt*mpttt ** [By Bernard N. Beck] ONE of the greatest accomplishments for an individual to have is to be useful. If you never attempt to do more tliian you are told, you will never accomplish more. If you have the patience to^vait, and the willingness to work, you will get somewhere worth while in music. If you will only realize that one achievement, is only a real reason for you to achieve more, you will have learned a very valuable lesson of life. There are really so many different paths to achievement, that a man can make a big reputation for results in almost any field if he will only work like "all-get-out." Real achievements are the result of dreams and of deeds— the day of the fairy wand is no more. If you want anything, dream about it, yes—but you will never get it unless you work hard for it. Achievement should and does bring a man self-confidence. It also creates a pride and an earnest desire to achieve again. And last, remember that confidence and pride in your ability to do your work right, will go a long ways to develop you into a doer and finisher Of whatever you undertake. ORCHESTRA AND CONDUCTOR ledge of making phonograph records was concerned. We learned that the wires in the room were installed for the purpose of catching "over sounds" and that the horns were transmitters which carried the music to the recording machine behind the curtain. We also noticed that the chairs were built on stands about five feet high owing to the transmitting horns being elevated to a similar height. Suddenly our thoughts were interrupted by the call of "Hot Wax" from Mr. Lopez which was followed by absolute silence. "Hot Wax," it developed, is a term used in recording rooms for the purpose of informing recording managers that all is ready. The recording is made on wax plates which are heated to a certain temperature, hence the expression "Hot Wax." Following the given signal about three seconds elapse after which a light is, flashed by the recording manager which is the signal to begin. The reason for the light is because the record is already on and any audible sound would be immediately registered. The first record is called a "test" and upon completing the same the orchestra and recording managers retire to the test room where the record is played on a phonograph for the purpose of detecting flaws. It was our pleasure to hear the test which we thoroughly enjoyed and was quite surprised when at the finish Mr. Lopez, his arranger J. Bodewalte Lampe and the O-keh officials compared notes regarding the various defects. One instrument was not strong enough, another was a little too strong, they would use the soprano saxophone in place of the previous instrument, the cymbal crashes on the introduction could be brought out a little stronger, in fact what we considered a perfect record sounded merely fair to their well- trained ears. Another test was made with the various changes referred to, followed by a second visit to the test room, where a few more details were discussed, after which it was decided to make the "Master' 'or final record,. While discussing the various angles and details employed in the making of a recoid we were informed by one of the O-keh officials that the Lopez recording had been one of the quickest on record. We were told that some recordings require hours of hard work owing to the many defective tests, as the slightest discord or foreign sound will utterly ruin a record Our attention was also call- ipEW people seem to realize that the real work of the orchestral conductor Ss the preparation!, the rehearsal of the music. Of course in very intricate compositions the players are grateful for the skilled help of the keen musical mind and the accurate baton of the master conductor, but in a great many instances where the work has been prepared with great care, or where the players know the intention of the conductor, the baton is largely unnecessary. Seidl,' the great conductor, used to delight in sitting down and hearing his orchestra play by itself without a conductor. Mendelssohn did much of the same thing. It is said that he would seldom beat more than the first section of sixteen measures of a movement from a symphony or an overture, and then would put down his baton, take a comfortable seat and enjoy the work, applauding with the hearers.—Metronome. ed to the terrific nervous strain musicians labor under while making a recording for fear of hitting a "blue note", or, in other words, making a mistake. The slightest error on the part of a musician results in their having to make the whole record ovei again, which means that the other musicians who were perfect in their work must suffer by the carelessness of another. During the Lopez recording we were particularly impressed by the discipline and businesslike methods displayed by the orchestra in general. We were also impresed by the hard work of Mr. Lampe, who conducts the orchestra during a recording. When we first saw Mr. Lampe he was the personification of ease and comfort and looked immaculate in a mohair, suit, silk shirt and will be confronted by a group of perspiring musicians stripped to their undershirts, all laboring to produce your favorite form of entertainment which you in your leisure moments may enjoy. ■ ' 'ill I i ii It has been a long time coming and it is not here yet, but we are getting closer and closer to the time when all the unions affiliated with organized labor will stand and pull together. Mrs. Goodsole—I am soliciting for the poor. What do you do with your cast-off clothing? Mr. Longsufferer— I hang them up carefully and put on my pajamas. Then I resume them in the morning. i <£w ^-s^^^^»!^/.'at!> .'i'.j^--.**''.' *m y BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY : v* 1^5-51 F. Fletcher BANJOIST Orchestras supplied for Dance Work. Pupils instructed in modern styles of playing. Open for engagements. Phone Fairmont 3286Y. Geo. Redfern VIOLIN EXPERT CONNOISSEUR Buy, Sell or Exchange 1140 BUTE 8T. Phone Seymour 3088 R. S. RALPH TROMBONE At the Strand Wm. J. Nelless ORGANIST DOMINION THEATRE RALPH COX 'CELLIST AT THE ORPHEUM Sey. 8347 DIRECTOR OF MUSIC LT. C. J. CORNFIELD L.R.A.M., R.M.8.M. Member British Conductors' Association Hand and Orchestra Trainer Telephone Seymour 1076 Wilfred Haywood Sax and Cornet Open for Engagements Phone Bayview 28-10Y CLARE TENNANT DBUMS At Prince Rupert tUl Octolber- LEN HOLLAND TEACHER OF PIANO-AOCORDION, XYLOPHONE and DRUMS BBS: 1236 LAKEWOOD DRIVE Phone. Highland 1345 L STANLEY CLARE ORGANIST KITSIIiANO THEATRE RESIDENCE: 118 Thirteenth Ave. Phone, Fairmont 1229 jtefl Jjawg SYDNEY KELLAND PRINCIPAL ORGANIST CAPITOL THEATRE 2191—36th Ave. W. Phone Kerr. 473X2 J. G. HUNT CONTRA BASSO CAPITOL THEATRE OL % HtlltattiH TRUMPET CAPITOL THEATRE PANTAGES JACK TOEVS Capitol Theatre Orchestra Will accept a few students on the instruments of percussion. Phone, Fairmont 4971-R. Harry Stocker CLARINET PANTAGES Phone Fraser 209L2 AT THE ORGAN dnlomal ull|patrr DICK COPLEY AT TH__ "PAN.' KATH. V. BROWN PIANIST—At liberty; open for dance work, picture, or as an accompanist for concerts, etc. Phone, Fraser 328L1. E. J. TENNANT AT LIBERTY Trombone, String Pass, Tuba BB flat 1424 BUBRABD ST. Sey. 6787-B HENRY SLATTER Saxophone and Clarinet. Pupils accepted. Open for Engagements. 1249 Pen- drell St. Seymonr 4677. W. E. McLellan Pianist and Organist At the Maple Leaf Theatre Phone, Allen Booms, Seymour 1776 COMPLIMENTS OP The Criterions -AT THE— Hippodrome ENGLISH BAY DICK GARDNER DON. McMILLAN GEORGE BUSH HARRY TARLTON Arnold Howard PIANIST Orchestras supplied for dances. Open for engagements. Phone Fair. 1389-R. Address '260—14th Ave East tiLolumbta SHjeatrr ©rr^fltra L. McMAHON Violinist PATRICK ADAIR Drums A. GRAY Leader, Pianist Phone, Seymour 1488-0. R. D. Cowe VIOLINIST—At Liberty. Phone, Key. 5030-X. Dance Orchestras Supplied. Herbert Copley Organist At the Broadway Theatre •w BERT. KOOL PIANIST PHASER THEATRE Seymour, 7U72-0 FRANK BOLNEY Tenor Banjo and Violin at Liberty- Phones Soymour 7853-0 or N. V. 911-L. COMPLIMENTS OP Parker's Orchestra —AT THE— BREAKERS CAFE 556 SEYMOUR ST. FRANCIS COLLINS Tenor Sax, Trumpet, Clarinet, Banjo GEO. JONES Alto Sax and Clarinet SHERLIE DENHOP Trumpet and Sax POLLY BUTLER Piano SPENCER ADAMS Percussion W. E. PARKER, Director-Trombone* Phone Sey. 2850 THE PATRICIA CABARET ORCHESTRA E. S. AUSTIN. .Violinist and Leader E. M. ANDERSON Drums and Xylophone F. NICHOLS Pianist Phone, Bay. 4086-L. John Bell TRUMPET AT DOMINION THEATRE NANAIMO, B. C. CHET SHIELDS At the "PAN."—TRUMPET CAROLINA OOUBT Doug. 1486-L MISS S. ALBRIGHT Pianist and Relief Organist, at Liberty. Phone, Seymour 7529-L _L. McMahon Violinist and Teacher Open for any class of Violin work. Studio: 1036 BARCLAY ST. (Bear) Phono Musicians' Headquarters Sey. 7568 GEO. FORD Organist and Pianist Open for any class of Relief Work. Phone Sey. 6874-X Betty Winstone PIANIST OPEN FOR ENGAGEMENTS Phone Bay. 3243-X E. P. Salvage Organist and Pianist Open for Holiday and Relief Work. 910 Victoria Drive High. 4071-X COMPLIMENTS OF THE De Luxe Players Selma Park Pavilion BOB KOEHLER „ Pianist ED. 8ASSERVILLE „ Sax CARL NELSON Banjo REG. MORGAN, Leader Drums I'lioi' R. Morgan Sey. 306 or Fraser 582-R COMPLIMENTS OP anb l|ia Entertain*ra Belcarra Park Pavilion "Musie at is" Bay. 285-L High. 1264-L ;,r; .. \_*4_ :...;i , *f5S«P5iSWWSPSW!W^ MM!WP.ai«i ■"-mmmmmwmmmmmj^mmwm BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN ._ W. E. WILLIAMS SAXOPHONE and CLARINET Telephone Sey. 7568 VERNONE COX FRENCH HORN. At Liberty. Phone North Van. 363Y2 PLAINT OF THE OLD CONCERT GOER FRED PARSONS PIANIST—Open for engagements. Fair. 1168L. H. W. DAKIN C" Melody Saxophone, E flat Clarinet. Phone, Fairmont 2497-R. —PIANO— StUjj Uttvta _Bay. 285-L High. 1264-L JOHN McNAIR DBUMS. Singing the Dances. At Liberty. Phone Fair. 2735 X Oh, Lord (Business of sighing). If I were a violinist, 1 would never play Humoresque- If I were a 'cellist, I would never play Traumerei or Rubinstein's Romance. If 1 were a coloratura, 1 would never sing the Mad Song from "Lucia." If I were a contralto, I would never do "My Heart at Thy Sweet oice- If I were a tenor, I would never sing Celcst Aida. If I were a baritone, I would never do the Prologue from " Pagliacci," the Largo al Factotum or the Eri Tu. If I were a basso. I would never imitate Chaliapin 7s version of the Volga Bn.it Song. If I were a pianist, I would never play the Twelfth Rhapsody. .. v " If I were a symphony orchestra, I would never perform the Schubert Unfinished. If I were a band, I would never, never perpetrate the Poet and Peasant Overture, the Sextette from "Lucia" or the Quartette from "Rigoletto." H. J. M. MARGARET GRAY I I ALBERT C. KILGOUR Experienced Picture n«M»i» I ' Experienced Picture Organist Relief Work Preferred Phone Sey. 8607-X TUITION DRUMS XYLOPHONE " WINNIPEG" Representing in Western Canada: Harry Von Tilzer Mnsic Co. Richmond Robbins Inc. Fred. Fisher, Inc. Ted Browne Mnsic Co. Chas. E. Roat Mnsic Co. Please address all inquiries to TOM. E. ANDREW'S. 1£87 Richards Street. Special Representative for B. C. Phone, Seymour 6355-R. MORE ABOUT OUR MEMBERS IN BUSINESS T AST month we were able to give a summary of what we thought were our members in business, believing that the list of those so engaged was complete; but we realize now that we were mistaken and have the pleasure of naming a few more. Possibly as time goes on it may be proved this also will by no means exhaust the total. Mr. II. J. Bethel, of William Carter & Co., barristers and solicitors. He is an old member of long standing and is well known among us as a flautist also as the official solicitor for local 145. For a number of years he was the manager of the Musicians' Investments and Securities society, which, with the advent of the Benevolent society had completed its miss- \ ion and is now defunct. In all of the intricate business of securing a certificate of incorporation for the last named society, such as obtaining legal advice, and drawing up the constitution and by-laws, so as to conform to the demand of the legislature at Victoria, he was our adviser. Mr. Bethel has done many of our members a by no means inconsiderable service, by advising them on difficult legal matters, entirely without charge, and is always prepared to assist any others of our organization in a like manner in the future without remuneration. In all other matters where charges arc necessary they arc invariably moderate. 0. R. Yorthey—the well-known saxophonist—is also a notary public, and in the employ of the customs department of the Dominion government. Lie is a genial and popular member, with an abundance of inexhaustible energy, and is prepared at all times to draw up affidavits of whatever nature. Horace Harpur—Anyone scanning the charter in the office of local 145, at any time will recognize the name of H'-race Harpur. In the profession of music he is well known as a pianist and church organist; but also lias *AA~a «0 his list of accomplish- of a first class piano on a fairly large business in the sale of string instruments. F. C. Spray—The percussionist is also a first-class sign writer and contractor of electric signs. He was responsible for the manufacture and placing of the sign outside the Capitol theatre and the Chanticleer cafe. WE ABE THINKING You are nearly out of some PRINTED MATTER, or in need of something new in our line. If so, we wish to ' call your attention to our unexcelled facilities for producing HIGH-GRADE PRINTING. We do not solicit work on a cut-rate basis, but on the basis of Quality. We claim to give you more Value per dollar than any shop in Vancouver. Onr prices are honest. Cowan Brookhouse, Ltd. Printers and Publishers 1129 Howe Street, Vancouver, B. 0. Phones Sey. 4490 and 7421 MUSICIANS H. F. Stony & Co. UNION TAILOR Spring Suits, Tuxedos and Evening Dress a Specialty Prices Seasonable 653 UKANVILLE ST. (Upstairs) Phono Sey. 1383 J. R. Easton —EXPERT- WATCHMAKER Repairs u Specialty «3« CORDOVA STREET WEST Vancouver, B. C. Phone Seymour 8027R Phone Bay. 1899-R V. R. Timms Artist and Sign Writer —Moved to— KINGSWAY and BROADWAY Phone. Seymour 1719 —COMPLIMENTS OF— Jftrattk Hfctrarrf'a Now Playing at the Ambassador M. HOWELL. Trumpet M. SELIGER Sax and Clarinet H. TWEIFEL Sax and Clarinet F. E. McCOMB Percussion WM. SODEBURG Planirt FRANK MARAOCI, Director ^Violin, Sax and Trombone has added ments that of a tuner and arranger R. H. "Dick" Ward—Our eminent ly respected chairman of the Benevolent society—and one of the pillars of the local. When not engaged in his theatrical pursuits and on official business of the society, he finds time to preside over and financially manage a building firm 'that has successfully built and sold thirty houses or so. Those who contemplate entering the bonds of matrimony and requiring a new home cannot do better than consult "Dick" who will gladly assist them witli a few valuable pointers. Fulward Cox—another c h a r te r member and the veteran band master of thee 29th and Moose bands. Ted has been a contractor for many years, having quite a list of high class contracts to his credit. He was for a time, and from its inception, manager of the Red Cross workshops. Talbot and Mallins—These members not only undertake the teaching of violin, viola and 'cello, but carry Brown Bros. & Co., LIMITED Florists, Nurserymen and Seedsmen "SAY IT WITH FLOWERS" THREE ST0BB8: 48 HASTINGS STBBBT BAST Seymonr 088 and 672. 666 GRANVILLE STBBBT Seymonr 0518 and 1891 161 HASTINGS STBBBT WEST Seymonr 1870 Vancouver, B. C. VANCOUVER Theatrical Federation LOCALS 348 I. A. T. 8. B. Is M. P. M O. 118 I. A. T. S. E. * U. P. M. 0. 146 A. F. of M. THE GREATEST GOOD FOR THE GREATEST NUMBER Tel. Sey. 7568 991 Nelson St. MR. ORCHESTRA LEADER—Did yon get your Orchestration of "BRINGING HOME THE BACON ?" It not, call and see FRANK SMITH at 576 SEYMOUR ST. HEARST MUSIC PUBLISHERS of CANADA Ltd. w. ,,,,..,-., ..yum f BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN Editor- Ernest C. Miller Managing Editor Edward Jamieson Advertising Manager Fred Fletcher Managing Committee — Executive Board of Local 145, A. F. of M. Published monthly at the office of Local 145. A. F. of M., 991 Nelson Street, Vancouver, B. C. Phone: Seymour 7568 "Let us co-operate and move forward hand in hand rather than split up into factions and starve our souls on dogmatic differences." -—Hubert. HOME FOR OLD AND INDIGENT MUSICIANS T'HE Convention for 1924 has adopted a resolution calling for an investigation by the Federation authorities of the feasability of the erection of a home for old and indigent musicians- A communication on the subject will be laid before the members at the July regular meeting, and those attending should give it their most serious attention before deciding to approve it or not; as a further responsibility will be added, entailing a doubling of the present per capita tax of fifty cents per annum to one dollar per annum for its mainten- ence; and an initial fund has to be founded by the assessment of at least one dollar per member throughout the federation. This is certainly a matter that should be weighed well in all our minds- Our local, like many others in the federation, has already a benevolent, or charitable side to its affairs, which is a tax upon our resources. Seattle, our neighbors in addition to its "Musicians' Club," maintains a home devoted to the care of some of its older members who have felt heavily time's unrestrain- ing hand. Consequently this may seem a duplication of individual local's efforts in that respect. To establish a large central place for deserving retired musicians, also may conflict with some of our sentimental ideas, for after all if a local can keep and maintain them at home, it would save the wrench of having to quit familiar surroundings; and leave still more old familiar friends to reside amongst strangers, perhaps thousands of miles away from the scenes of their early struggles and friendships. Perhaps the Federation, should they adopt the resolution, might be going a bit too far from the purpose for which it was formed "That of protecting the methods or conditions, under which we earn our livlihood" and are enroaching upon the work of friendly societies, which might be better left to orders such as the Moose, etc The communication has not been made for the purpose of bringing influence to bear upon the members, but solely to lay everything that is germane to the subject before making a decision. Our local has been advised not to delay its consideration and to return an answer to the International President's office as soon as possible. VICTOR HERBERT IF anbody chanced to drop in at the Hotel Vancouver and listened to the concert given by the orchestra under the direction of Miss Olive Beaton on Sunday, June 1st, 1924, they would have heard a programme, beautiful in more ways than one. It was especially compiled as a mark of esteem and a memoriam to the late Victor Herbert who died May 26th, 1924- The programme was' well chosen and was a thoughtful reminder of the passing of one whom we may well term the Sullivan of America. The late composer, perhaps achieved his greatest leap to fame many years ago by his composition of the "Fortune Teller" which has been followed by a continuous stream of light operas such as "The Red Mill," "Debuntante," "Mile- Modiste," etc. His talent was not that of a stereotyped class, i.e., he was not a composer of light operas and nothing else. The grand opera "Xatoma" proves that. Many suites have orig inated from his pen as well as numerous miscellaneous pieces such as his celebrated and delightful " Seran- ade" which was played on this occasion. The orchestra, and certainly its charming leader, are to be commend ed in not allowing such an occasion to pass without paying a reverential homage to a fine musician's memory; and this graceful tribute will certainly not be forgotten by a not inattentive public; and will reflect a kindliness of spirit, not only to the hotel's popular quartette but to the society to which they belong- ENGLSH BAY WHERE the Military Band com mittee failed with its English Ray venture, that tenacious and indomitable member of ours, R. G- Rowland, is apparantly doing well with his band. We cannot express our opinion too strongly of one who in spite of receiving so many setbacks, incurring hostility of the puritanical societies, has yet essayed to try, and try again- During the past four years, Mr- Rowland has given employment to many members of our local and has been the direct means of circulating something like $30,000 among them- He has done it entirely on his own initiative, being an outstanding success where so many others have tried and failed. Anyone like he who creates employment opportunities, and who is so prompt in settling his payments for engagements, once they arc fulfilled, deserves nothing but the highest commendation and all the best wishes and good luck in his enterprise. NOTICE General Meeting Sunday, July 13,1924, in the G. W. V. A. Auditorium, 901 Dunsmuir Street, at 10 a.m. AGENDA: 1. Appeal of member W. W. Robertson from decision of Executive Board in re the case of his son. 2. To consider the following Notice of Motion: "Any member or members of this Union contracting debts, or making purchases on credit, from individuals or business houses in this city or elsewhere, and who use the name of this Union or its officials and where sum credit has been secured through the fact of this Union or its officials going word for the member and who fails to meet the obligations, may be held responsible to the Union and may be suspended or expelled in the event that he or she fail to observe the order of the Union." 3. To consider the following Notice of Motion: "To amend Article XX (Trials and Appeals) of Local Constitution and Bylaws so as to provide for a regularly elected Trial Committee to try all cases where charges are preferred. Election of committee to take place immediately following the adoption of this resolution." 4. To consider the following notice of motion: To amend the 1923-1924 price list, Section 39, to raise the minimum of bands playing or marching on streets from 12 to 15 including leader; and Section 41, band playing at exhibition to raise minimum from 12 to 18 men, including leader." 5. To receive and act upon report of Price List Committee. In conjunction with this the proceedings of the last meeting of the Northwest District Conference of the A. F. of M. will be placed before you for approval or otherwise. 6. To consider communication from President Weber in regard to Home for Old and Indigent Musicians. 7. To consider petition of some forty members for further consideration of fines imposed upon members of late Alexandra Orchestra. The application is for a reduction in the amounts of the fines. 8. Any further business. B. C FESTIVAL VANCOUVER THEATRICAL FEDERATION 'T'HE attention of our readers and members is drawn to the fact that the Vancouver Theatrical Federation has decided to hold a basket picnic at Belcarra Park, Sunday. Aug. ust 17th. The "Harbor Princess" leaving foot of Gore Avenue at 10 a.m. sharp- The committee in charge of arrangements are Bros- McCartney (chairman) and M. H. . Thoreau, of the Operators; Bros. Ara Parks and VV. Baker of the Stage Employees; and Bros. Toevs and Fletcher of the Musicians, who additionally will have the able assistance of the president of the Federation, Bro. Harry Pearson. While we are anticipating what will be a social and enjoyable success, yet it must be generally recognized that the prime object is to cement all the units engaged in the amusement industry by good fellowship into a compact whole- There will be sports of all descriptions, from children's races with prizes, to the stern test tug-o-war for the Federation cup; also tea. coffee and ice cream will be provided free. The price for tickets are moderate; being one dollar per adult, and fifty cents for children; so let's all go and make it a huge success and promote solidarity throughout the ranks. pRODIGlES are not at all so rare as sometimes people imagine. True, certain names stand out as leading lights in the realm of music, such as Mischa Elman, Vecsey, violinists; and Otto Leyngell, the pianist; who the writer remembers playing one of Liszt's most difficult concertos, accompanied by the London symphony orchestra under the late Dr. Hans Richter at the Queen's hall, at the age of twelve or so. Though not attaining anything like the prominence toi these celebrated world-artists, yet from time to time, we discover youthful musicians whom for their tender age have shown great ability as these musical fesitvals have proved; and it is extremely gratifying through our journal, that we are able to draw to the light of publicity, the name of one Miss Betty Talbot, a pupil of Mr. A. J. Talbot for the violin; and of Mrs. Mabel Talbot for the piano, both members of our local. Little Miss Betty, who is ten years of age, won the first prize for class sixteen for the violin- Her test piece being the "Moto Perpetuo" by Carl Bohn- There were twelve entries and she finished with the highest marks in both the preliminary and final; the judge paying her many compliments for her bowing and intonation. She is also quite advanced for her years as a pianiste and intends to arduously continue her studies under her teachers thus preparing herself for a much sterner competition at the next festival, when she will be pitted against competitors much older. The congratulations of the B. C. Musician, which is ever on the alert to commend those of our members whose success has done much to the advancement of music in Vancouver, are cordially extended . to Mr- and Mrs. Talbot. SECRETARY'S MONTHLY REPORT Expelled. G. H. Muller, G. B- Anderson, D- J. Andrews. . Transfer Annulled: Howard Eley. Transfer Deposited: H. B. Stevens, 390; E. H. Frank, 99; VV. C Haw kins, 5; Malcolm Merritt, 190; R. Pulleyn, 390. Transfer Issued: West Gilland. Full member by Transfer: W. M- Miles. Exempt: R- F. McCarthey. Travelling: R. T. Stross, 10; Chas. Berton, 802. New Members: R. M. Henderson, violin; A. C. Humphrey, saxophone; R. H. Kochler, piano; Carl Nelson, banjo; J. M. Pitroff, drums. EDWARD JAMIESON, Secretary. STEWARD REPORTS PAY YOUR DUES NOW. f\N a previous occasion members were notified through these columns that Steward Reports were not coming into the secretary regularly- Members were warned that a strict observance of the law in that respect would be adhered to- From this date forward members or orchestras playing on regular engagements who fail to send in reports each week will be penalized under the law. *'•"•■ •■'-.• ,... ■■■:—:—;— ■■■ m — .^WIHWM .1 liyWIWU IHWM IWipilllliaPW',1 IfllWjHI.I.m BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS Regular Board Meeting, June o, 1924. Officer absent, J. G. Hunt »on vacation). Called to order at 10-3) a.m. President .Miller in the chair. Member A. G. Kingcombe reports to the board that lie was acting for thcjjjyro committee who had ciiargc of arrangements for the parade, July 1st, stating that in connection with the Potlatch, a band to parade for not more than two hours per day for eight days was desired. Also that a price of $5.00 per man for two bands of twenty each was desirous lor the parade on July 1st. Upon motion the board sets the price for eight day engagement at $40.00. leader double and concedes the live dollar price for the July 1st bands- President Miller reported that he had given permission to members Mallens and Talbot to play for a charitable concert at the Strand theatre Sunday last. L'pon motion action endorsed. He also reports ha\ing given permission to Jack Arthur, music supervisor of the Capitol theatres, to conduct the overture whilst in this ciy- Upon motion action endorsed. Member John S. Pearce on behalf of himself and other members ot this local, requested permission to play at a garden party for the benefit of St- Luke's church. June loth. Upon motion the board rules that as this engagement cannot be construed as boni-fide charity, permission be not 'ranted. Upon motion member K- C. Tennant is excused from the funeral oi late member Tibbott. Communication from \\7 J. Kirn- good. secretary of the A. I- of M.. in re members Tossell. Running, Johnstone, Teasdale, Donaghy and Moore, and another in re the ap peal of member Bowyer were read and upon motion .ordered tiled. Member G- E. Ridley applies for extension of time to meet this local's initiation fee as a result of his transfer expiring, l'pon motion referred to secretary with power to handle the case- Member Wes. Mortimer was called before the board to explain why he had played at Stanley Park point, recently at the time of the Empress of Canada returning to this port after her world tour. He stated that he had tried on two occasions to get in touch with the secretary (but admitted he called outside of office hours) and was unable to do so and feeling that as the work was gratis and more in the spirit of public cooperation rather than competitive. he took a chance feeling that he was not breaking any r_le of the l<>cal or the Federation- Tbe board being of the opinion that no harm was done and that no member would have been engaged had Mortimer not played he is excused. However the board, through the chair, warns the member that on all future occasions, should any occur, he or the members of his orchestra must first secure permission from this union before playing at any function whatsoever outside of the hotel and in the event that they cannot reach the proper officials, then they must act as if permission had been denied. Upon motion the following accounts we.re ordered paid: Great Xortwestern Telegraph, $3.15; Cow an Brookhouse. Ltd.. account 15. C- Musician. $79.40; Addressograph Co-, $3.75: Pacific Transfer, moving safe, $3 00; Fletcher, expenses. $3.90. U*»on motion the transfer card ot member H. ii. Stevens, pianist. oi local 390. is accepted. President reports m re the attitude of the operators over the Dreamland theatre controversy- Upon motion referred to general membership. Adjourned at 12-30 p.m. J. TAYLOR VIOLIN KKPAIKK 5S1 Kiclumls St. Vancouver Phone. Seymour 3416 New York Outfittting Co., Ltd. Vancouver's Popular Credit UE-TOD WEARING APPAJtBL FOB MB AND WOMEN We give 143 HasUo«s at W., TMHUlll, B. a Opposite Daily Province 1331 Regular Union Meeting, June 8, 1924. Officers absent were Vice-President Stocker. Wm- Pilling, and J. G- Hunt- Called to order at 10-05 a.m. President Miller in the chair. Upon moti<>n tbe minute- of the la-t regular union meeting and all board meeting-- were adopted as read. Applications for Membership Upon motion the following applications were accepted and the applicants admitted and obligated: John M. Pittroff, xylophone (this applicant was obligated with the understanding that he would call at local headquarters Tuesday. June 10th). Carl Nelson, banjo: R. II- Kochler. piano; A. Humphrey, alto saxophone: R- M. Henderson, violin. Upon motion the applications ot Robert P- Munro. drums; and II. D. Swaboda. banjo, were referred t<» the executive with power to administer the obligation- Upon motion application of Harry Page was cancelled- Communications 1. From the Canadian Labor party. Upon motion ordered posted on board at headquarters. 2. From B- C. section of the Can adian Labor party. Upon motion tiled- 3- From manager of the Orpheum theatre- Upon motion tiled. 4. From Irish Fusiliers band: This letter was in the form of a protest against two articles appearing in the B. C. Musician. May issue. President Miller as editor of the paper explained his position in writing the editorial and sscretary Jamieson. as managing editor of the B. C. Musician also explained bis position as the writer of the article "Vancouver City, Band Reorganizing." Moved and seconded : "That no articles appear in the B. C. Musician in the future writing up any individual bands or bandmasters-" Discussed by Smith. Jamieson, Grossmith, Cornfield, E. Cox and 7R. H. Ward. An amendment is moved and seconded that the communication be filed. The amendment carried- 5. Communication from the Woman's Musical Club. This letter contained a resolution protesting against the amusement tax for concerts, and solicited the endorsation of this local. Upon motion the resolution is endorsed and the secretary directed to forward a copy to the Honorable Minister of Finance at Victoria. Reports of Committees Member E. A. Wade and Secretary Jamieson report as delegates to the Trades and Labor council- Upon motion received and tiled. Secretary Jamieson reported as delegate to the Vancouver Theatrical Federation. In the report it is stated that the musicians had applied to have the Dreamland theatre placed upon the unfair list of the Federation and the Trades and Labor council. President Miller makes some explanation in re this local's position as regards the Kirk family. Upon motion the report is received and tiled and the executive directed to apply to the Trades and Labor council to have the Dreamland theatre placed on the unfair list. Member Shankie reports for the sick committee stating that member (i. J. McQueen is progressing favorably, as is member T. G. Bertram- Upon motion received and tiled. Emergency committee, through member Robertson, report no applications for the past month- Upon motion received and tiled. Financial secretary treasurer reports showing balance of ca-h on hand and in the bank at $4/0.83. Upon motion received and tiled for reference. Suspended Members Sergeant-at arms reports in re ^us pended members soliciting instructions from the meeting. President Miller elaborates upon the statements of tbe sergeant-at arms and informs the members of the position of the board in endeavoring to enforce the law, giving a few examples of where members practically show defiance- Upon motion the board is instructed to give rigid adherance to the law, and enforce it to its limit. Notice oi Motion Member R. A. Smith tiled the fallowing notice of motion: "1 hereby give notice that I will move a resolution to amend the 1923-24 price list, section .T), to raise the minimum of bands playing or marching on streets from 12 to 15 including leader; and section 41. band playing at Exhibition to raise minimum from 12 to 18 men, including leader-" Appeal of Member Bowyet Member Bowyer appealed from the decision of the executive board in finding him guilty of an infraction of section 8, article XIX, with a penalty in the amount of $5.(X) Member Bowyer was. called to the platform after which the secretary was directed to read the minutes of the case. Member Bowyer replied to the effect that he was not guilty and that there were other motives behind the action <>f the board in convicting him of the charge. He inferred that it was nothing more than conspiracy, or personal motives, or prejudice, or political motives that prompted the board to take action against him and not the spirit of fair play and union justice. He stated that he was denied the right to call witnesses. President Miller interrogated member Bowyer on his assertion that he was denied the right to call witnesses and askeil each member of the board who was present at the meeting if this statement was correct. The board members all stated that the statement was incorrect. Secretary Jamieson asked member Bowyer. if the procedure of his trial was not in keeping with the same procedure that he (Bowyer) had used when he was president of the union. Member Bowyer admitted they were up to a certain point, stating same and the secretary reiterated to the members that the procedure was exactly the same as was handed down to him (the secretary) from member Bowyer when he (Jamieson) was president, and the same as was hand ed down from Jamieson to Weaver, when he was president and so down the line. Member Bowyer is asked if be has any question to put to any member. He replies "no" Then the chair requested him to leave the room. President Miller outlines the board's position stating that the ense had been referred to the board by the concert committee, who had had complaints placed before them from individual members as to the c^i- dition of the accused at the recent benefit concert- Moved and seconded: "That the action of the board be sustained." (Continued next page") AN EYE-OPENER Ave sell the natural way PEDAL TYMPANI Size 25 and 28 inches for $350.00. Best in the world. Vancouver Drum Co. 437 RICHARDS STREET Phone Sey. 7263 Standard Shoe Repairing Company A. H. COOK, Proprietor Member of Local 145. A. F. of M. ALL WORK QUARAMTEEP —WHERE QUALITY GOES CLEAR THROUGH— 614 Robson Seymour 997 Vancouver, B. C. DUES FOR THIRD QUARTER ARE NOW PAYABLE ■■• --**x^MrltVitlkf*[mml *m*<mwmmiufa*!tli&ftiM ■ •' "fA'.MH »! «w«pu«%Mi.^ mu. J" UlilJUII BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN MINUTES OP UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS (Cont i:ued from page 5) Discused by members Parsons, Jamieson, R. H. Ward, VV. 15. McQueen, E. Cox, F. Boyt, VV- Banner, G. M. Jolly. The motion being put it is lost, the vote being 25 for and 37 against. Member Bowyer is then admitted to the meeting and advised that his appeal has been sustained. Member Bowyer asked for the floor which was conceded him and he thereupon thanked the members for the action in his behalf and ottered to donate the $5-00 to the emergency fund. Secretary Resigns Secretary Jamieson placed his resignation in the hands of the president asking to be relieved of his duties just as soon as possible'as he felt, that being a member of the board that had convicted member Bowyer. and in view of the fact that Bowyer had accused the board of conspiracy; political motives; personal motive and prejudice and as the meeting had sustained Bowjer in his charge, he (the secretary) felt that he could not conscientiously act L. P. Mcintosh Registered Optometrist J n charge of Optiial Dept. TOD * MANNING. 574 Granville St. Seymour 1016 M.ml-r of A. F. of M MITCHELL-FOLEY Limited Social Stationers and Printers OFFICE SUPPLIES Phone, Seymour 1085 Exchange Connecting all Departments 522 Hastings Street West (Opposite Spencer's) VANCOUVER, B. C. ORPHEUM CAFE TABLES FOR LADIES DANCING EVERY EVENING Opposite The Orpheum Theatre 762 GranviDe Street Seymour 2425 Gttmtrr & fauna Cimttrft Funeral Directors 10_» WEST GEORGIA STREET Vaactmrer, B. C. as an official of the union any longer with such a stigma upon his honor- The chairman asked the secretary if he would remain in office until an announcement could be made in the B. C .Musician. The secretary agreed. Upon motion the board is authorized to appoint delegates to the Dis trict Conference, should the call come before the next regular meeting. The members being impatient- many having to leave, the meeting adjourned at 1.20 p.m- Regular Board Meeting, June 13. 1924. Officer absent, J- G. Hunt (on vacation). Called to order at 10.30 am. President Miller in the chair. Sergeafnt-atarms reports that he has discovered another nonunion orchestra and that he is on their trail with the expectation of organizing them in a short time- President Miller and Secretary Jamieson reported that member Fletcher, on his own initiative and without any authority" from the officials of this union, started the circulation of a petition to the effect that a special meeting of the union be called for the purpose of reconsid ering the action at the last regular union meeting in re the Bowyer appeal case. Immediately the pre*' dent and the secrtary learned of the action, Fletcher was ordered to dis continue the circulation of same and destroy it A letter to this effect was written to the members of the Capitol theatre and Strand theatre or chestras, the two places where the petition had been produced. Upon motion the action of the president and secretary is endorsed and the letter is ordered to be read to the general membership. Member R- A. Smith, of the G.W. V.A. band reported that the committee in charge of the arrangements for the entertainment of the fleet were contemplating using the " wonder - phone" 'for the open air dancing part of the entertainment (the same as was used the last time open air dancing was performed) and with a view to securing the work away from this company, he solicited the board to allow him to take the engagement for fourteen men for seven nights at $500.00 and that the union give free service one night as part of the union's contribution to the entertainment. Upon motion the board grants permission providing that the free engagement shall not be limited to fourteen men and that nroper recognition be given the union for its donation. Thos. Lyons, an expelled member ••'opeared with a view to getting reinstated. He is now associated with the Machine Gun band. Upon motion h* is directed to pay arrears. $18.00. plus $10-00 on new application and then the board can give him the privilege of working pending the next union meeting. Th* secretary reports that the Capitol theatre orchestra, iazr band combination, had requested that thev be allowed to play at a Rotary Clu^ luncheon, free of charge, and he bad refused, but informed the anplicints that he would place the request before the board as a final aon^al. Upon motion the action of the secretary is endorsed and permission not granted. Member R7 A. R. Pearce who had made apnlication to plav with others, at a garden partv in aid of St. Luke's *-hurch, and was refused at the 'ast board meeting, through president Miller, solicited further consideration as the work was purelv charitable and was for the purpose of raising funds to send poor children to a summer camp. Upon motion the board rescinds its previous action and grants permission. Case of J. P. McLean Charges were preferred against member J- P. McLean for a breach of good faith and fair dealing in that he accepted an engagement with member A. F. Reeves, for June 7th and failed to fulfill same or send a suitable substitute. Upon motion the charge, is sustained and the member fined $8.00, the price of Reeves' engagement. The president and secretary report that they had given permission to the Elks' band to play for the opening of the Ceperley Park playground- This engagement was purely charitable, everything being donated to the children who were being entertained by the Parks Board- Upon motion action endorsed. Member Geo- Parsons, who had been allowed an extended time in which to remit dues makes fresh application for further privileges. He was remitting, through band engage ments already played, $8.00 and agreed to remit two-thirds of each succeeding engagement until all arrears have been paid. He further requests that he be excused from meetings for the past two years as he is employed in the post office. Mount Pleasant on Sunday mornings: and all future meetings. Upon motion, the arrangement re dues is granted, and he is excused from the June meeting and all future meetings, but the board cannot except the excuse from meetings previous to June. Member J. R. Peebles, on behalf of members of his band requested per mission to play a concert for the Riverview Presbyterian church on June 20th- Upon motion referred to secretary to secure further particulars- Secretary reports that he had given permission to member Goodheart and three other members to play at the I-O-O.F. function at the Hotel Vancouver along with amateurs who are members of the lodge. Upon motion action endorsed. Upon motion member R. F. Mc Carthy is placed upon the exempt list- Communication from the United Mine Workers of America. District 18, is upon motion referred to general membership. A petition is received, signed by about forty members, soliciting the board to reduce the fines imposed on those members who were penal- ied over the recent Alexandra dancing controversy. Upon motion re ferred to general membership with notice on the agenda. Communication from President Weber, in re the Federation establishing a home for old age musicians is upon motion referred to the general membership. Accounts ordered paid: F. Fletcher expenses and commission five new applicants, $35.63; B. C. Federationist. $3.70. Upon motion the following members were excused from last regular meeting: F. Gorse, H. Sutch, W. Williams, R. Cox, J. Copeland, T. Hall. F. Brissette, W. Kelly, C. Pearson, J. R. Peebles, B. L<>ry- bevan, H. Bayliss, G. Uren. F. Ad ams. 11. Ward, B. Griffin, \\7 llog- gard. J. Sharpe. A. McKinnon, J. I). Lepine. A- Ballard, J- Smith, G. Par sons, J. McXair, K. V. Cox. 11. Cook, W. Stonehouse. Gebestorf, R. A. Smith. T. K. Crawford for June- For Julv, August and September: F- Riscgari, F. A. L- Xash, R. It. Mc Pherson, J. P. Inkman. A. G. McLeod. For July and August: \V. Knox, A. Clarke, M. Tibb and \V.HaywY>od. For June. July and August: F. A. Allan. I). Morgan. F. W. Wardhaugb, Harold Bott, J. S. Asson. S- Peebles. Upon motion member H. Xixon is excused from attending the funeral of late member Tibbott- The secretary reads his letter to President Weber in re the attitude of the operators with regard to the Dreamland theatre. Upon motion endorsed and ordered sent forward- Board Members Resign In view of the action at the last regular meeting of the union in re the Bowyer appeal case, the follow ing members of the board placed their resignations in the hands of the president: Vice-President Stocker. W. Pilling and A. J. Toevs, same to take effect as soon as their successors can be appointed or elected. Upon motion tbe president is directed to call a special meeting of the union for Sunday. June 22. 1924. in the GAV.VA. Auditorium at 10J0 a.m. Adjourned at 1.15 p.m Regular Board Meeting, June 20, 1924. Officer absent. Wm. Piling. Called to order at 10-35 a.m. (Continued next page) Phone, Seymour 1626-0 0RILUA DAIRY LUNCH DELICIOUS EATS J. B. NESS, Proprietor 617 Robson St. Vancouver. B. C. THE NEW BOOSEY SOUSAPHONES have arrived. Can be seen at the new Headquarters of COPELAND & EUPER 545 ROBSON STREET. PHONE SEYMOUR 2358 MUSICIANS—It pays to keep that insurance policy alive. Your Car, Home, Furniture, Life or Instrument should always be covered. PEMBERTON & SON GENERAL IN8CKAXCE AGENTS for Local 145, A. f. of M. Office: 418 HOWE STREET. Seymour 9190 "Lot MU UNFAIR - - GRACE HOOD and her Syncopated Orchestra lte*jt-fca*,:uM" BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS (Continued from page 6) President .Miller in the chair. Upon motion transfer cards of C. Hawkins, trombone and French horn, Local Xo. 5; Malcolm Merritt, piano, Local Xo. 190; and K. Pit Hey n, cornet and saxophone, Local No. 390, were accepted. Sergeant at-arms reports conditions O.K. with few non-union competitors at large. He refers to members failing to make payments for advertising in the 11. C. Musician. Report accepted. Upon motion the financial secretary-treasurer is directed to charge advertising accounts to members dues account if not paid at the end of each month. Upon motion the board rules that the advertising solicitor, F. Fletcher, shall receive his commission immediately the B. C. Musician is printed. Communication from member J. W. Hroadbent. Upon motion Ided. Communication from Pitchford, secretary of Northwest conference. Upon motion deterred until after special meeting, June 22nd, 1924. Communication from member Tom E. Andrews. Upon motion referred to special meeting. Secretary reports having given permission to G.W.V.A- band to play for the LO.D.E-, at the cemetery for their annual memorial service, June 22nd. Action endorsed. A telegram is received from Pres ident Weber in re the Dreamland theatre advising this local that the president of the l-A-T.S.K. had instructed the Operators' union to withdraw their men. Upon motion tiled. The matter of the application of J. R. Peebles and the 72nd band which was referred to the secretary at the last board meeting was reported by the president to be a boni-fide charitable undertaking therefore he granted the permision requested. Upon motion action of president endorsed. International Executive Sustains Local Board A communication is received from Secretary Kerngood of the A. F. of M., advising the board that the Inter national executive had sustained the board's appeal from the action of the local union meeting in reversing its decision in the case of member J. Bowyer. Upon motion the secretary is directed to advise member Bowyer that he must remit the amount of the line, $26.00 not later than ten days from this date. Member Cornfield appears in re the applications of members ot his band- He is informed that the applicants have the right to accept employment until the next regular union meeting at which time the meeting will decide on what basis initiation fees shall be paid. Member R. D. Cowe requests permission to play along with some union and amateur members for the Melrose masonic lodge. Upon motion referred to secretary to secure further particulars. Communication from minister of Finance at Victoria in re resolution forwarded to that othce concerning amusement tax reduction is upon motion tiled- Secretary reports having given permission to member A. L- Gritnths and two other members who arc employed by the B. C Electric to play on tallyho car, advertising 'Princess Electra tor the Potlatch. Lp- on motion, action of secretary endorsed. Upon motion the following ac counts are ordered paid: Vancouver typewriter Co., $l.^_; F. tletclier, $_„>_; G.W.V.A., rental lor three meetings, $15-UU, Great Northwestern Telegraph Co., $3.15. Upon motion the tollowing mem ocrs are excused trom meetings: Miss H. Watson, June; Percy L,ee, N- Roman, S- Arstad, J. Couper, Art. Thomas, Thos. Crawford, t\ tjuinn, Tom. Andrews, R. Tibb all until September 1st; A. Dickson, June; Carl Nelson, R. Ii. Koehler, K. 11. Aior gan, L. F. Sasserville, until Septem oer 1st; E- Austin, sen., June. .Member Rowland asks permission to use any of the following members lor his Sunday concerts ii desirable: A. 11. Nachbar, W. R. Davies, D- Green, E. C Miller, H. Stocker, W. Luper, C. H. Williams, L- VV. Hunt, George Kilpin, W. B. McCjueen, G. Jolley. Upon motion granted. Adjourned at 1.10 p.m. they felt that the membership no longer placed confidence in them. Member Bowyer took the tloor and explained his position. Moved and seconded that the resig nations be not accepted. Discussed by members Copley, Edmunds, Fletcher. R. H. Ward, Phillips, Cornfield, Miller. Robertson, E. Cox and Bow ver- The motion being put it carries unanimously. Moved and seconded: "That a vote of confidence be placed in the board." Carried unanimously. The chairman thereupon asked each member of the board if he would withdraw his resignation and accept the confidence of members. They all assented. Adjourned at 12-45 p.m. W. F. PORTER VIOLIN MAKER Member of Local 145, A. F. of M. 300 EMPIRE BUILDING Hastings Stroot Wort and Seymour Street Vancouver, B. 0. PAY YOUR DUES NOW. Phone Sey. 221 Day or Night Noun & Thompson FUNERAL DIRECTORS AMD EMBALMERS 631 Homer St Vancouver Special Union Meeting, June 22, 1924. Officer absent, J. G. Hunt ^visiting in Victoria). Called to order at 10.45 a.m- President Miller in the chair. President Miller explains to :he members the reasons for calling this special meeting- At the last icgular union meeting, secretary Edward Jamieson had tendered his resignation requesting that his successor be appointed as soon as possible. At the following board meeting, each of the executive members, excepting the financial secretary-treasurer placed their resignations in the hands of the president. Therefore due to these vacancies the president had no alternative but to call a special meeting to deal with the situation. President Miller leaves the chair in favor of Past-President F. R. Weaver. President Miller then outlines to the members the position of the secretary, board members and himself and the reasons that have precipitated the resignations. He dwelt with the unfair methods of certain members lit spreading malicious and untrue statements as to the actions of the board and during the debate certain members were interrogated. Following president Miller's remarks, he placed his resignation in the hands of the chairman. Secretary Jamieson and other members of the board gave their reasons for resigning as that inasmuch as they had been charged with conspiracy and such like in connection with the two recent appeal cases, they had no alternative but to resign/ as Regular Board Meeting, June 27, 1924. Officers all present. Called to order at 1035 a.m- President Miller in the chair. G. McGurk, an expelled member applied for reinstatement. Upon motion he was granted permission to play in Potlatch band with the under standing that the full amount of his arrears and reinstatement fee shall be held out of his money he is to re ■ceive. Samfl to be paid into this office by the leader. Member E- Vadeboncoeur, who is commonly known in the local as E. Goodheart applied to have his name changed to the latter. Upon motion request granted. Member Parks, leader of the travelling orchestra employed at the Break ers (late Lodge) appeared and placed the terms of his engagement before the board. There are six men in his orchestra and their contract is for ten weeks- Salary well over this local's scale. Sergeant -at-arms Fletcher reports as being in communication with the Scottish pipe band and the police pipe band through Chief of police Long. Situation looks favorable. Upon motion report accepted. VV. A- Gath, an expelled member makes application for reinstatement Upon motion he is directed to pay arrears $19.00 plus $10.00 on application fee and then he will be given permission to work pending the next regular union meeting Member F. Weaver applies for permission to continue at the Empress theatre with his orchestra on the same basis as he has been playing for the Allen Stock company. It is understood that the members of the orchestra take the risl{ themselves and cannot hold the union responsi ble in case of default on the part of the management Member F- Marracci, leader of the travelling band at the Ambassador, appears and placed before the board the terms of his engagement at that place. The engagement is for six months. Six men in the orchestra and the salary paid is well over this local's scale. Secretary reports having set price for vaudeville show at the Potlatch at $6-00 per man per day; leader $8.00 per day. Time of playing to be one and half hours in the afternoon and one and half hours in the evening. Upon motion, action of secretary endorsed. Member Bowyer requested a little further time in which to remit tine. Upon motion he is directed to pay $5.00 at this time and the balance in four weeks. A communication is received from the secretary of the Northwest District conference of the A. F. of M-, notifying of a meeting to be held in Seattle, Wednesday, July 2nd. Upon motion President Miller and Secretary Jamieson are delegated to at tend also R. H. Ward if he is in Seattle on that date. A communication is received from member C. J. Cornfield protesting against the action of the board in setting price and conditions for open- air dancing during Fleet week. Up on motion letter is filed. Secretary reports having refused permission to member Cowe to play with nonmembers at Melrose lodge. Upon motion action of secretary endorsed. A communication is received from (Continued next page) H. B. Stevens PIANIST At Liberty. Open for all classoa of Piano Work. Phono Sey. 2600-B PAY YOUR DUES NOW. «|T HERB'S no better mnsic with your meals than tbe harmony which results from a delighted palate and a grateful digestion. PENDER STREET WEST Just off Granville PJAVE you seen the latest model Buescher burnished gold Saxophones, exactly the same as those used by Bay Robinson and his Orchestra at the Capitol Theatre? We are daily receiving shipments of new Tme-Tones" of all styles and finishes. Visit lis here at 526 Seymonr Street, and personally examine them. Vancouver Music Co. 526 Seymour Street Vancouver, B. 0. F. L. KEXNEDY, Manager Phone Seymour 2875 DUES FOR THIRD QUARTER ARE NOW PAYABLE m *■■ *■ - mffim>ji>ii&iivimm ■ 8 BRITISH COLUMBIA MUSICIAN MINUTES OF UNION AND EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS (Continued from page 7) member Boyt relative to attendance at meetings. Upon motion tiled. Account with F. Fletcher in the amount of $4.75, upon motion ordered paid. Adjourned at 11-45 a.m. Regular Board Meeting, July 4, 1924. Officers all present. Called to order at 10.35 a.m. President Miller in the chair. Upon motion transfer cards of members A. S. Clarke, organ and piano of Local 247; and A. Osbalde- "KING" Band Instruments DAYTON BANJOS Rowland's Band 435 GRANVILLE ST. Sey. 1770 CHIROPRACTIC Has restored millions to normal health. It's waiting to serve you at 411-12-13 Orpheum Building Drs. Baxter & Elliott Free Consultation Phoue, Say. 8821 X-Bay Service N. B.—Dr. Elliott carries a Musicians Card. ston, piano, ot Local 11°, were ac cepted. Sergeant-at-arms reports conditions generally favorable. Only one known nonunion orchestra operating and he is on their track- Accounts ordered paid: H. C. Fed erationist, $1-00, and F. Fletcher, $2.70. Member V. VV. Ross, who is in arrears, $18.1X), and is also indebted to member Tweedie in the amount of $10.00 applies for leniency and u period of time to remit. Upon motion the board rules that he pay the entire amount before he is permitted to accept employment. Member T. Andrews reports c<>n ditions at Bo wen Island. Xo action taken. Case of L. MacMahon Charges were preferred against member L. MacMahon for an infraction of section 11, article XIX of local by-laws on the afternon of July 1st at the Columbia theatre- Member appears, and member Alex Grey is called as a witness by the serjeant- at-arms. Upon motion charge is sustained and he is lined the minimum under the law, $22.50. Also the management is directed not to pay the member for the afternoon in question. Case di A- W. Arstad Charges were preferred against member A. W. Arstad for a breach of good faith and fair dealing in that he failed to appear on an engagement at llollyburn, or send a suitable substitute on June 2Sth. Member ap pears and pleads guilt}'. Member 1'• Mulgrew also appears. Upon motion the charge is sustained and the member fined the price of the engagement $6.00. Applications for conditional mem bership are received from C. VVard- holland, cornet; and H. B. Snow, trombone, both of the 72nd Sea- forths' band. Upon motion accept ed. Upon motion the secretary is directed to communicate with all baud leaders requesting that they submit personell of their respective bands in writing immediately. Members J. G. Hunt and E. A. Jamieson report as delegates to the Northwest District conference of the A. F. of M. held in Seattle, Wash., July 3rd- Upon motion referred to general meeting; also expenses in the amount of $43.65 are ordered paid. Adjourned at 12.25 p.m. EDWARD JAMIESON, Secretary. GET YOUR GLASSES —FROM— MILFORD S. HASTINGS TTAVE your eyes tested by a Practical Optometrist of 23 years' experience. The best glasses at the lowest prices. 654 GRANVILLE STREET At Hughes Bros. Ltd. Phone, Seymour 700 Pioneer member of Local 145. Get This? A lady telephoned the office of Local 145, a few days ago and what do you think she wanted? Well, it was automobile conveyance to Hell- ingham. She looked in the telephone book and found Stage Employees, Sey. 7568 and naturally concluded that this was the place for Auto Stage transport. Not so bad. eh? What's next? BRITISH COLUMBIA'S BEST The Beer Without a Peer STRENGTH AND QUALITY GUARANTEED This advertisement is not published or displayed by The Liquor Control Board or by the Government of B. C. LEWIS PIANO HOUSE LTD. 1011 GKANYTLLE ST. VANCOUVER, B. C. . —Sole Agent for— MOZART PIANOS, BEETHOVEN PIANOS, PLAYER PIANOS AND GRANDS. DOMINION ORGANS AND PHONOLA PHONOGRAPHS we sell on no INTEREST T££_E52??..w EAST TERMS ^ v K1* X JaiVI-O A SEYMOUR 4304 VACATION TIME 'THE balmy and salubrious weather is with us once more and as a measure of compensation for the consistent hard work in attending to their musical duties during the long winter season, some of our members have taken, or are contemplating a vacation. Mr. Jack Hunt, contra bass, has been absent from the Capitol for two weeks, recuperating in sleepy, restful Victoria. Miss Marjorie K. Smith has taken a sea voyage to Los Angeles, and later will spend three weeks with her family at Hedley, B.C., altogether being absent six weeks. Mr- Geo. Metcalfe, as is his usual habit, may be away from us for a month or so, probably motoring part of the time in Oregon, U.S.A. Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ward are contemplating the possibilities of a tour as far as San Francisco. Musicians' Dentist Dr. Gordon Campbell Dentist 503 OltPHEUM BUILDING Seymour 2895 -, PAY YOUR DUES NOW. ELOROTip STANDARD RADIO PANE_|j MAPLE LEAF Barber Shop Sanitary and Up-to-date JAS. McGHIE, Proprietor 674 ROBSON STREET STATE FIBRE C0MBWY t*&#<*i MUSICIANS Rankin & Cherrill Beg to offer for Inspection their up- to-date stock of RADIO and Electric fixtures. We will be glad to eater to your requirements. Call up our representative, Mr. C. A. Campbell, member of Local 145 A. P. of If., Seymonr 7600, or at 66 HASTINGS ST. WEST who will show yon every courtesy. It is rumored that the B. C. Medical Association are endeavoring to have State Health Insurance legislation passed. It has been suggested that all sick people take advantage oi this free medical attention, must go to, Or call in, a regular' medical practitioner. If you want to be treated by an Osteopath, Hydropath or by any other than the drug treatment, you will have to pay for it, although you have paid a State' Health Insurance tax. It behoove, us to object to this one-sided legislation. Phones: Sty. 4306—1292 0 BILL BREVITT CHAS. STKES Proprietors Service with a Smile —105— HA SUNOS ST. E. Vancouver, B.C. t- r UNFAIR GENTLEMAN'S .
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