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Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
MUSICAL GOODS AND MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
Sonnenberg Piano Company.

An institution which for reliability is surpassed by none in the conner cial life Of this busy city is the M. Sonnenberg Piano Co. This concern carries a complete stock of the latest and most approved variety, and that It meets the requirements of m ex- acting public is evidenced by its thou sands of satisfied patrons.
 The company was established over thirty years ago, and Is the outgrowth of B. Shoninger & Company.
 Its spacious and well appointed es- tablishment is located at 175 Bank street, and branches are located in New Haven. Bridgeport, South Nor walk and Yonkers N. Y.
 The firm handles Chickering pianos, which are famed the world over. It also carries the following well known makes: Weber, Kranch & Bach, Gabler, Sterling, Huntington. All of the above pianos are standard makes, and have proven their worth so con clusively that extended comment here is superhuous. The manager of the NJ. Sonnenberg Piano Company is A. W. Skinner. MT Skinner possesses marked executive ability, and the sue cess with which he has met in the con duct of the firm has brought him lnto the front rank of business men. lie is a member of the Knights of Pyth- jas and the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. and Knights of the Macca- bees, and also q charter member of the recently organized Abagadasset club of this city.
 Under his progressive, yet conserVa- tive, management. and in view of the firms reputation for reliability amt up-to-date methods. the NJ. Sonnen- berg Piano Company promises to achieve still greater lustre in the tu- tnre than in it's brilliant past
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
WATERBURY MILITARY BAND

Despite spirited opposition the
 Waterbury Military band has risen steadily since its organization in May, 1S99 until it is now one of the chief
 factors in the social life of Water bury. It's extraordinary popularity with the great majority of the people is due to it's policy of supplying the kind of music which that great ma iority desires. The organizers of the band were Frank Bliss, Jo- seph Baril, A. J. Lallier, J. F. Baril, Charles Martel, Thomas l Barnard and George Adams The l first director was Frank Bliss Bliss went to Buffalo in 1900 and was suc- ceeded by J. C.. Baril. A few months | later Baril was succeeded by Joseph
 Butler of Boston. Butler was sue ceeded in November, 1901, by !. F. Clark. Clark was succeeded January
 l. 1903, by Professor A. J. Lallier,
 under whose able direction the band is becoming famous throughout Con- necticut. It has participated in many
 great parades. It lead the tiremen of
 Naugatuck at Southington, the Wa | terbury division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians at Hartford, and the
 Fraternal Order of Eagles at Water bury Professor Lallier is manager of the band as well as director. The or ganization has 9 active members, and
 can call together at short notice 35 musicians. It's headquarters is a
 large, square hall in the platt build l ing 45 East Main street. The head
 quarters is fitted with piano. a com plete library of concert and dance mu- sic. pool and billiard table and one l of the best sets of lockers of any mUsi- cal organization in the state. In con nection with the band, Professor LaI-
 Her conducts high grade orchestra.
 Among the affairs at which it will play this season are the concerts and 1 balls of St Jean the Baptist, Brooklyn 1 Athletic club. American Pin Co.,.
 Brotherhood of Trainmen, the Forest ers' fair and St ThOmas's church fair. Professor Lallier will conduct at the City hall this season a series of "proms" similar to the popular ones which he conducted lasj year. He is a brilliant young musician and cannot easily fail to reach the top of the musical ladder.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
TOnsOrial
JOHN T. DRESCHER.

John T. Drescher, the ladies' hair dresser and ornamental hair manu- facturer, is well known and popular among thousands of Waterbury peo-
 pie. His well appointed parlors at 59 Grand street are the mecca for local people who are fastidious as to their personal appearance. MT Drescher caters to both the masculine and the feminine trade, his establishment for gents being at 60 Grand street and his work is of the highest order. He uses Hellio's great antiseptic ma chine. MT Drescher established his present business i'll 1885, and he has built up large and fiourishing trade.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
J. I. PHELAN,

J. T. PhelaA the well known real estate dealer. of 42 Bank street, is q native of Waterbury. He established lis business ten years ago at 2S Ex- change place. Two years ago he moved to his present location. His combined honesty. ability, energy and courtesy has won for him thousands of Of friends and has been the secret of his success. His judgment on mat ters pertaining to real estate is sought by many of Waterbury's most experi
 enced investors and spectators. He is in sympathy with all sound move
 ments for the improvement of society
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
WATERBURY'S WIDE
LOREN R. CARTER.

A real estate man who has attained a large measure of success, and who is prominently identified with the realty interests of the important field in which his activities center is Loren R. Carter of II East Main street MT Carter is an authority of local realty values. He has made a close study of Waterbury real estate and the thorough knowledge thls acquired, complete with inherent business tact, indom1table energy and unquestioned honesty, has won for him a potent in- fluence among the investors of the city and adjoining towns. MT Carter was born in Warren, Litchfield county. Oc- tOber Is, 1854, but has resided in Waterbury since he was two years old
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22

local extension. Mir Derwin Is highly esteemed i'll Waterbury and has a large number of pupils here. He conducts a music store in connection with his studio and is conductor of several or chestras, whose concerts are always musical events of prominence in the city. The next concert will be given at Polls the first week in February, with Xty fnstrum ents, under his direc- ton, and by the most complete Orches- tra in the state. MT Derwin is also soloist of a high order, as well as promising young composer. His re- gently written march. ITO the Rescue,
 is now attracting great attention and being flatteringly commented upon in newspaper notices and periodicals throughout the Unior. As a native of Waterbury, spending the greater nart Of his life here and now giving to the city the fruits of his talents and eff forts. MT Derwin deservns tho esteem and ndanpre"iat'on of his fellow citizens in even wider circlns than at present. and 1t Is to be honnd that the recognition of his genius will steadily extend.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
J. J. DERWIN.

In an age of predominant material ism, a period in which the attachments in literature. music and the fine arts are for the time being relegated to the background, 1t Is doubly delightful to meet man like J. J. Derwln, Water bury's popular and feted young musl- elan, who with expert assistants Is con- ducting classes in his beautifully and artistically furnished studios at 1O9 Bank street. MT Derwin makes a spe- cialty of mandolin, guitar and banjo playing, and one hundred pupils are now Ill attendance at his classes, who with interest and enthusiasm are fol- lowing the lead of their gifted instruc- tor For MT DerWln may truly be pronounced a genius in his calling. AS i'll the case of all great artists, his ex- traordinary talent is tnborn. At the age of Il years he commenced the study of the violin with his elder brother, who was a sllillful performer on this instrument. In 1890 he began banjo study, and has since, under the best masters in the world, finished his musical education, and is now rapidly acquiring a reputation of more than
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
FRANK CRABER.

An unique institution in Waterbury. one which has never been noticed by the general public. but which is in great favor among those who are lov- CTS and breeders of birds Is that of Frank Graber at 164 South Main street. Mir Graber has made study of birds since his boyhood. He has bred them, trained them to do some remarkable performances and detects and knows how to treat every ailment that the bird family Is particularly susceptible to. When Waterbury fam lilies are leaving for the shore or the mountains every summer Is when MT Graber's aviary is at its liveliest as they turn over their pet birds to him for keeping. The huSiUoes was eStab> liShed in 1884 and has continually grown until now it has become one Of the established and most prosperous ones in this line i'll Connecticut
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
Florists, Decorators
 and Art Goods A. DALLAS.

Alexander Dallas is florist and seedsman of wide repute. His name in the public mind is inseparably linked with the line of business in which he has been so successfully en- g"@Nd for 2S years. This old estab- lishmcnt is known as the Union Street Floral Conservatory, where all kinds of floral work is done in the best of style and at reasonable rates. Cut flowers are grown at the North Will low street range of glass. He also carries a large collection of flowers and ornamental plants, flower and vegetable seeds, vases, rustic work, etc. MT Dallas conducts two stores. One is located at B Union street and the other is at 13 South Main street.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
J. F. DUNCAN.

Duncan's pharmacy at 30 East r1ain street is conducted by J. r. Duncan, . pharmacist of ten years experiencc The house carries q complete stock of drugs, employs two clerks and does a large prescription trade. In addi- ton to drugs and standard medicines the house carries large supply Of cigars, mineral waters, candies an'' surgical instruments. The public has long since set it's approval on the man. agement of the house and it is the purpose of MT Duncan to maintain the reputation which it has taken him so many years to establish. J. F. Dun can is the sole agent in this vicinity for Palmo Tablets, the great nerve remedy.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
FRANK R. DWELL.

A young man who is rapidly coming into prominence as a dealer in real es- tate is Frank F. O'Neill. whose office is at v Bank street. Though engag- ed in business for a very short time Mr O'NeiIls energy and affability are bringing him into the field as a dan gerous competitor to his older rivals. He is wei! known, having been born in Waterbury about ? years ago, and is son Of John O'Neill. the attorney. MT O'Neill is a graduate of the High school. and pursued special literary courses at Harvard. He is en@a ~ed in land improvements, rents. accid9nt, fire and life insurance. He has in augurated a new system Of adVertls- ing among the real estate trade, by is- suing in the daily papers bulletin Of the houses he has for sale. or rent, written in a catchy style that attracts
 the eye and holds the attention.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
MISS NELLYE REED.

Dancing is an art. Furthermore, dancing is physical exercise recom- mended by the best medical authorities. Furthermore, it Is a pleasure. The art of dancing is taught at Miss Nellye Reeds select school for dancing and deportment, which meets each Satur day and Wednesday evening aA Knights of Columbus hall. Thw Wednesday class is for beginners an& the Saturday class for advanced pu- pills. Miss Reed gives lessons by ap- nointment on afternoons and evenings. She is an expert dancer, familiar with all the latest movements. She Is noted for her ability to teach the waltz and other popular dances to backward per- sons. Her classes include many of the most refined residents of Waterbury
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
THE DRlCCS X SMITH co.

The oldest and the most extensive piano house in this section of the state is that conducted by the Driggs x Smith 1o. This firm is known well and favorably. not alone in this city, but throughout the Naugatuck valley and in other parts of the state as well. The home of the firm Is at 112 Bank street. It Is elegantly appointed. and contains a complete line of pianos. or gans and musical merchandise, includ- ing Knabe, Steck. Ivers & Pond Poole. Newby & Evans. Monroe and Howard pianos, all of which makes are well known and may be depended upon to be absolutely reliable. Pianos and or gans are sold on easy monthly install rnents. and are offered for rent by the company. Prospective purchasers, and in this line, would do well to send to the house for a catalogue. which contains full particulars. The president of the Driggs X Smith Com pany is George A. Driggs, one of Wa. terbury's foremost business men. He is also secretary and treasurer of tn, American Pin Company.
 The treasurer and manager is ] Kaiser, who has acted in that capac tty for seventeen years. He is an ac tive member of the Abagadasset club and q present master of the COntin- nntal lodge of Masons. Milton Wei is in charge of the selling department He is a splendid musician. and a most efficient attache of the concern. MI Well is a member of the New Haver lodge of Elks.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
F. H.IFWIS & co.

F H. Lewis & Company, dealers in pianos, music and musical instruments, occupy handsome quarters in the Brown block at 24 East Main street. It is one of Waterbury's most reli- able business houses. At the head of the firm are George w. Lewis and Fred H. Lewis, whose names are most familiar to the people of Waterbury, especially those who are at all inter- ested in the musical line. The name of Lewis is synonymous with every thing that is best in the line of music. They have the advanta@e of years or experience and the public places the utmost confidence in them. They are practical, progressive business men or the modern school.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
R. '. N'G"EVTEM.

One of the youngest drug houses in the city is R. J. McCollums at POS North Main street. MT McCollum wa S formerly located at29S North Main but removed to his present quarters about six months ago. He is a native of Hartford, where he was engaged in the drug business before coming to Waterbury, nine years ago. He was formerly clerk at the Waterbury Drug Co.'S. His new store is clean and attractive, the stock new, well dis played, and up-to-date. Tn addition t0 full line of drugs, and druggist sun dries, he carries large supply of nat ent medicines, cigars, candy and toilet articles.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
WATERBURY DRUG co.

"Thanks; call again" This is the motto of the Waterbury Drug Go, whose establishment is located at 134 East Main street. pr Edward w. Me Donald is the proprietor and the fact that his name is associated with the enterprise is in itself ample guaran- tee of it's reliability. Joseph A. Sun din, the manager Of the store. is one of the most expert pharmacists in the country. There is no detail of the business which he has not mastered. Mir Sundin is native of Sweden, and has been ill this counrry for eleven years. He is graduate of the Royal College of Pharmacy, Stockholm, where he received thorough training in his chosen profession. In Sweden the requirements for graduation in pharmaceutical institutions are much higher than in the United States. The degree in pharmacy there corresponds in breadth of courses represented to the B. A. of the American colleges The government regulates the number of drug stores in Sweden and issues li- ccnses to them. Tn learning to become q Master Pharmacist one must serve an apprenticeship of eight years The entrance examinations to the Royal col lege are very severe, and every candi- date must display a rudimentarv knowledge at least of the elements of his chosen profession. From the above it may easily be seen that MT Sundin's training is far superior to that of the average pharmacist. He conducts the Waterbury Drug Co with energy and ability, and has been DO tent factor in the success of the con- cpru.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
Watches, Diamonds,
 Birds and Coal
s. M. SCHNEER.

An expert repairer and dealer in all kinds of watches, clocks, diamonds and jewelry is $. M. Schneer of 10S South Main street. MT Schneer es tablished his present business five years ago, and by persistent energy and answering honesty he has built up an extensive and growing trade. MT Schneer is a master of his craft. His knowledge of matchmaking is of the finished order, the result of fifteen years varied experience. All work done by him is warranted, and ia bound to give satisfaction, even to the most critical minds. Drop him a post al or call telephone number 1O3-14, and he will call for and deliver your watches, clocks, etc. Also send for his announcement card, which will tell you many things about watches and their care.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
JOSEPH A. MYTH.

One of the most reliable and at the same time one of the lowest priced physicians prescription departments in Waterbury is that attached to the drug store of Joseph A. Smith (succes- sor to George T. Geddes) at No S26 Bank street. Consequently Mir Smith does m immense trade. He carries a large stock of pure. fresh drugs. medicines, chemicals. herbs, roots, etc, as well as a finely assorted stock of toi- let goods. perfumes, rubber goods, druggists sundries, etc. He is one of the most expert pharmacists in the city. His store is spacious and hand somely appointed. He compounds a very popular cough medicine.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
JACOBS & co.

A well known firm is Jacobs & Go, now located at 231 Bank street, for merly of 1O2 South Main street. Watches, diamonds and jewelry of every description are sold at most reasonable terms. The firm was es- tablished in 1891 and since has built up a splendid patronage. The value of every article sold Is honestly told, and no false representations are mad. The firms word is their bond, and honesty their motto. Money is ad- vanced on all articles of value. and all transactions are treated confiden- tially Ralph and Samuel Jacobs con- stitutc the firm. Both are highly TO- SDected
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
FORBES MUSIC STORE.

The scarcity of valuable woods sulta~ i,le for piano finishings has made place for a new departure in that phase or manufacturing. Pianos finished in Irish oak are now being placed on the market, and the beautiful grain and handsome appearance of the wood have caused tLam at once to spring into pop ular favor. The Innovation is decided one in Waterbury and at the ware rooms of the Forbes music house, on South Main street, corner of Scovill, some fine samples are on exhibition, and to be had at bargain. MT Forbes has been in the piano and music busi- ness for a great many years. and his is one of the oldest firms of that kind in khe city.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
HEINRIrH HARCKE.

MT Harcke. who has suite No at 199 Bank street, is native of Water bury. but on account of his years of piano study elsewhere has been located here only four years. But in that short time he has achieved an enviable repu- tation in local musical circles. IAr Harcke possesses tie double talent of being a fine master in teaching the technique. as we'll as an equally popu- Jar demOnstratOr at recitals. MT Harcke received his musical education at the New York college of music and the Utica conservatory of music, hay ing spent two years there, following 2 with one year at the Pennsylvania col lege of music, from which Institution he was graduated under such a noted instructor as Herr Felix TIeinlI (brOth- er-in-law of the great grand opera artiste, Mime Schumann Heink). the eminent German pianist and singer. With such foundation it is little won der that his natural talent for the piano should have developed as it has. He has been prominent as a member of the COncordia Singing society as an accompanist of rare merit Socially, Mir Harcke has allied himself with the Odd Fellows. in which body his musi- cal talent is always in demand. Tn tho younger and German circles MT Harcke has V 0n a following that speaks we'll for his talent and person ality. It Is thus little wonder that he has built up the patronage he possess cs. for talent backed up by push. ener, gy and q pleasing personality. is bound to bring success in any profess ior. Success MT Harcke has won, but high CT laurels await him in the future.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
ParlOr.c
GEORGE KLEEBER.

Beyond all doubt the finest appoint cd tonsorial parlors in the Naugatuck Valley is '"The Imperial" conducted by George Kleeher at 95 Bank street. For long time he was in the employ of Samuel Greenberg, but left to engage in business for himself in the Bronson block. After several years there he found that his trade demanded better accommodations and he fitted up an elegant shop in the Mullings block across the street. where he conducted q most successful business until the big fire wiped out the whole street. A few days afterwards, however, he fit ted out temporary quarters and GU the completion of the new buildings moved back into the Mullings block, where he now has quarters which he may well feel proud of.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22

charter member of Carrollton couns cil. Knights of Columbus, and is a past grand knight of that order. He has been president of the Second division. A. O. H., and acted as chairman of the reception committee on the occasion of their celebration of that order's cen- tennial anniversary. He is chairman of the Waterbury association, organ ized to erect a monument to James Reynolds. the Irish patriot. He was treasurer of the committee which raised the funds necessary to send the remains of Stephen J. Meany to Ire land. He was treasurer of the Ma nila testimonial committee through which the citizens and the city of Wa terhury rewarded two heroes of the battle of Manila. MT Tierney was chairman of the great Waterbury mass meeting which adon+ed resolutions ot sympathy with the Boers.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
Dancing and
 Department
JOSEPH PROVOST.

The art of 'Terpsichore," for cers talnly 'tis an art, add to this "accom- plishment," and you have the idea ex- acty. Euphrosyne, the Goddess of dance. What a poetic name, one to thrill, for is not the ''mazy waltz" in itself subtle form of all that is magnetic, and Euphrosyne is the dynamo, but, alas, in modern times how seldom, how few, are the true ex- ponents of her beautiful art. And the city of Waterbury can justly feel proud for it has a master who is thor oughly proficient in the teachings of the fair goddess. Prof Joseph Provost, established over twenty years, and at present located in handsome rooms at No 109 Bank street Mejgs building, in- structs large and constantly increas- ing number of pupils in the correct method of dancing. So many devotees who think they have the true waltz movement little imagine that they are in reality employing the Redaway or Zig-zag step which is incorrect, and should be stopped before they spoil tho natural waltz movement. In this re- spect Prof Provost stands pre-eminent as the leadin@ instructor of dancing In the city of Waterbury. During the past few years Prof Provost has grad uated over six hundred pupils, and fs constantly engaged in teaching new aspirants in the correct method. Pr1a vate or class lessons can be ohtatned. and the grand monthly receptions ten- dered to scholars and friends are we'll natronized, a splendid orchestra adding all the dreamy effects to the art OF which Prof Provost is so true an ex~ ponent.
Waterbury evening Democrat., 1903-11-22
PROF. C. A. BAILEY.

The largest dancing academy in ths Naugatlcl1 valley is Prof c. A. Bailey's select school for stage and society dancing, occupying a spacious hall in tie Citizens Bank building. Prof Bailey established the school in 1898, since which time it has grown stead ily It's pupils include the sons and daughters of many of Waterbury's most prominent citizens. Unlike hun- dreds of men calling themselves danc- ing masters, Prof Bailey Is repre- sentative member of his profession. 8 member of the International Associa- ton. Masters of Dancing. He guar antees to teach the waltz to anybody in six private lessons. The school is open every morning, afternoon and evening,