THE PARIS EXPOSITION OF DECORATIVE ARTS - 1925
Paris
Danish silver possesses in Georg Jensen a world-known artist, whose form of expression is strictly his own and whose popularity in the course of years has produced many imitators. Besides the firm of Georg Jensen, several others have brought recognition to Danish silver. Younger silversmiths, as for instance Ewald Nielsen and Just Andersen, are represented in the exhibition, as well as the old and highly esteemed firm of A. Michelsen which, with the aid of its artists, has kept abreast of the times. Of great artistic value was the work of Thorvald Bindesböll, the architect, who did pioneering work in silver, ceramics, bookbinding, furniture, and needlework.
Source: The American-Scandinavian Review - January 1928
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BRITISH SILVERWARE Ltd.
United KIngdom
Mr C. G. Tyrer, F.A.C.C.A., F.C.W.A., A.T.I.I., has been appointed managing director of the British Silverware Group of Companies.
Source: The Accountant - 11th January 1969
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United KIngdom
Mr C. G. Tyrer, F.A.C.C.A., F.C.W.A., A.T.I.I., has been appointed managing director of the British Silverware Group of Companies.
Source: The Accountant - 11th January 1969
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RESTRICTIONS ON FLATWARE PRODUCTION RELAXED
United Kingdom
Cutlery Production.—Restrictions on the spoon and fork industry have been relaxed, and nickel silver and silver-plated stee! may now be used, Further relaxations are under consideration, including the manufacture of electro-plated nickel silver. The Orders covering the relaxations are the Cutlery, Spoons and Forks Control Order (SR &.O, 1944, No. 1252) and the Knives, Spoons and Forks (Maximum Prices) Order (SR & O, 1944, No. 1337). Both came into operation on December 11th.
Source: The Economist - 16th December 1944
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United Kingdom
Cutlery Production.—Restrictions on the spoon and fork industry have been relaxed, and nickel silver and silver-plated stee! may now be used, Further relaxations are under consideration, including the manufacture of electro-plated nickel silver. The Orders covering the relaxations are the Cutlery, Spoons and Forks Control Order (SR &.O, 1944, No. 1252) and the Knives, Spoons and Forks (Maximum Prices) Order (SR & O, 1944, No. 1337). Both came into operation on December 11th.
Source: The Economist - 16th December 1944
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JEWELER DID NOT APPRECIATE THE JOKE
Baltimore
Mr. Levi Does Not Like a Joke to go Too Far
Baltimore, Md., July 8. — On Sunday some friends played a practical joke on Abraham Levi, of the firm of A. Levi & Co., 123 East Baltimore St. Mr. Levi became so enraged that he used language more emphatic than religious, and one of the jokers got out a warrant charging the jeweler with disorderly conduct. Next day, while Mr. Levi was in his store, the warrant was served upon him. This seemed to much for him to stand and going in the next store, he assaulted Simon Fleischman, who had sworn out the warrant.
Mr. Levi was taken in charge by a policeman and escorted to the Central police station, where he was fined S15 and costs for assaulting Fleischman. After paying his fine at the Central, Mr. Levi went to the North-eastern police station where he was arraigned for disorderly conduct and fined $5 and costs. It seems difficult to say which one of the men suffered most from the joke.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 15th July 1891
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Baltimore
Mr. Levi Does Not Like a Joke to go Too Far
Baltimore, Md., July 8. — On Sunday some friends played a practical joke on Abraham Levi, of the firm of A. Levi & Co., 123 East Baltimore St. Mr. Levi became so enraged that he used language more emphatic than religious, and one of the jokers got out a warrant charging the jeweler with disorderly conduct. Next day, while Mr. Levi was in his store, the warrant was served upon him. This seemed to much for him to stand and going in the next store, he assaulted Simon Fleischman, who had sworn out the warrant.
Mr. Levi was taken in charge by a policeman and escorted to the Central police station, where he was fined S15 and costs for assaulting Fleischman. After paying his fine at the Central, Mr. Levi went to the North-eastern police station where he was arraigned for disorderly conduct and fined $5 and costs. It seems difficult to say which one of the men suffered most from the joke.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 15th July 1891
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GRAFF, WASHBOURNE & DUNN TO MAKE SILVER SERVICE FOR THE CRUISER MEMPHIS
New York
A silver service for the cruiser Memphis was ordered late last week by officials through Memphis jewelers. The price was $6,000 for 57 pieces, sufficient to serve the compliment of the formal dining saloon of the cruiser 22 persons. The set which is being produced by Graff, Washbourne & Dunn, silversmiths, at 142 W. 14th St., New York, will include the following pieces wrought out of sterling silver, one large center piece, 22 service plates; 22 goblets, four candle sticks, two compotes, two candelabras, two water pitchers and two trays. The service will be of a French design or seal, selected by the officers of the ship, impressed on each piece. An inscription setting forth the detail of the gift will be engraved upon some prominent piece, probably the centerpiece. Jack Gates, and S. F. Scrivener, of Graves-Dix, Inc, Memphis, through whom the order was placed have been in New York city to supervise the execution of the plate. The set is expected to be ready for display in Memphis about the middle of September. Presentation will be made early in October and it is hoped Col. Charles Lindburgh will be able to participate in the ceremony, when he visits Memphis. The fund for the purchase has already been largely assembled. A special committee composed of ladies of the Nineteenth Century Club has been appointed by the purchasing committee to aid them in collecting donations from civic and social organizations: It will be on display at Graves-Dix, Inc., from Sept. 25 to Oct. 3. From Oct. 3 to Oct. 15. it will be at the 19th Century Club and from Oct. 15 to and including Nov. 2 it will be displayed at the Tri-State Fair in Memphis. It will then be turned over to the Memphis.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 14th September 1927
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New York
A silver service for the cruiser Memphis was ordered late last week by officials through Memphis jewelers. The price was $6,000 for 57 pieces, sufficient to serve the compliment of the formal dining saloon of the cruiser 22 persons. The set which is being produced by Graff, Washbourne & Dunn, silversmiths, at 142 W. 14th St., New York, will include the following pieces wrought out of sterling silver, one large center piece, 22 service plates; 22 goblets, four candle sticks, two compotes, two candelabras, two water pitchers and two trays. The service will be of a French design or seal, selected by the officers of the ship, impressed on each piece. An inscription setting forth the detail of the gift will be engraved upon some prominent piece, probably the centerpiece. Jack Gates, and S. F. Scrivener, of Graves-Dix, Inc, Memphis, through whom the order was placed have been in New York city to supervise the execution of the plate. The set is expected to be ready for display in Memphis about the middle of September. Presentation will be made early in October and it is hoped Col. Charles Lindburgh will be able to participate in the ceremony, when he visits Memphis. The fund for the purchase has already been largely assembled. A special committee composed of ladies of the Nineteenth Century Club has been appointed by the purchasing committee to aid them in collecting donations from civic and social organizations: It will be on display at Graves-Dix, Inc., from Sept. 25 to Oct. 3. From Oct. 3 to Oct. 15. it will be at the 19th Century Club and from Oct. 15 to and including Nov. 2 it will be displayed at the Tri-State Fair in Memphis. It will then be turned over to the Memphis.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 14th September 1927
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FIRE AT THE HOME OF CLARENCE L. WATSON
Attleboro, Massachusetts
The home of Clarence L. Watson, of the Watson Co., on N. Main St., was damaged to the extent of $15,000 to $20,000 by fire last Thursday forenoon. Mr. Watson, who is 77 years of age and has been an invalid for more than a year, was carried from the house when dense smoke filled the house. The fire is believed to have originated in the cellar and the house was rendered untenable as a result.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 6th April 1927
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Attleboro, Massachusetts
The home of Clarence L. Watson, of the Watson Co., on N. Main St., was damaged to the extent of $15,000 to $20,000 by fire last Thursday forenoon. Mr. Watson, who is 77 years of age and has been an invalid for more than a year, was carried from the house when dense smoke filled the house. The fire is believed to have originated in the cellar and the house was rendered untenable as a result.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 6th April 1927
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THE WATCHCASE MAKER AND HIS BICYCLE
New York
William F. Doll, of W. F. Doll & Co., watchcase makers, of the Gill Bldg., 9, 11 and 13 Maiden Lane, was arrested twice last week for riding a bicycle on the new Harlem Speedway. He was first arrested Tuesday night, but was released by the police captain. On Wednesday he again rode on the Speedway and was again arrested and on Thursday was arraigned at Harlem Police Court before Magistrate Wentworth. Mr. Doll maintained that he had a perfect right to ride on the Speedway, holding that there was no mention of bicycles in the Park Board rules governing the road. Mr. Doll and the magistrate had a lively discussion as to the latter's right as a bicyclist to use the Speedway, Mr. Doll contending that a bicycle should be classed as a vehicle, while the magistrate took the opposite view. At the conclusion of the argument Mr. Doll was fined $5 and said he would go to jail before he would pay the fine. In the afternoon, however, Mr. Doll concluded to pay the fine and was released. He says he will again ride on the Speedway and will take the matter to the Supreme Court to determine the right of the general public to use that thoroughfare.
Source: The Jewelers' Review - 13th July 1898
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New York
William F. Doll, of W. F. Doll & Co., watchcase makers, of the Gill Bldg., 9, 11 and 13 Maiden Lane, was arrested twice last week for riding a bicycle on the new Harlem Speedway. He was first arrested Tuesday night, but was released by the police captain. On Wednesday he again rode on the Speedway and was again arrested and on Thursday was arraigned at Harlem Police Court before Magistrate Wentworth. Mr. Doll maintained that he had a perfect right to ride on the Speedway, holding that there was no mention of bicycles in the Park Board rules governing the road. Mr. Doll and the magistrate had a lively discussion as to the latter's right as a bicyclist to use the Speedway, Mr. Doll contending that a bicycle should be classed as a vehicle, while the magistrate took the opposite view. At the conclusion of the argument Mr. Doll was fined $5 and said he would go to jail before he would pay the fine. In the afternoon, however, Mr. Doll concluded to pay the fine and was released. He says he will again ride on the Speedway and will take the matter to the Supreme Court to determine the right of the general public to use that thoroughfare.
Source: The Jewelers' Review - 13th July 1898
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LUNT ACQUIRE FORMER RICHARD DIMES COMPANY
Greenfield, Massachusetts
Lunt Silversmiths Purchase King Silver Co. Assets
Lunt Silversmiths, Greenfield, Mass., large all-sterling silverware manufacturers, recently purchased the assets of the King Silver Co., South Boston, Mass.
The King Silver Co., formerly the Richard Dimes Co., manufactured silver hollowware, including Early American reproductions.
Lunt will move King Silver’s machinery and equipment to its plant in Greenfield, and expects to add King’s line to its own.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular-Keystone - July 1957
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Greenfield, Massachusetts
Lunt Silversmiths Purchase King Silver Co. Assets
Lunt Silversmiths, Greenfield, Mass., large all-sterling silverware manufacturers, recently purchased the assets of the King Silver Co., South Boston, Mass.
The King Silver Co., formerly the Richard Dimes Co., manufactured silver hollowware, including Early American reproductions.
Lunt will move King Silver’s machinery and equipment to its plant in Greenfield, and expects to add King’s line to its own.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular-Keystone - July 1957
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DANISH GOLDSMITHS' EXHIBITION
Copenhagen
In Copenhagen there has recently been held a very interesting exhibition on the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the goldsmiths’ association in Copenhagen The Danish goldsmith organization undertook the arrangement of the exhibition under the protectorate of the King of Denmark. All of the outstanding firms of the gold and silverware branch were represented and the exhibition was visited by many experts as well as customers from abroad.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd January 1930
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Copenhagen
In Copenhagen there has recently been held a very interesting exhibition on the occasion of the 500th anniversary of the goldsmiths’ association in Copenhagen The Danish goldsmith organization undertook the arrangement of the exhibition under the protectorate of the King of Denmark. All of the outstanding firms of the gold and silverware branch were represented and the exhibition was visited by many experts as well as customers from abroad.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd January 1930
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CLAUDE DUVAL'S WATCH
Topeka, Kansas
Claude Duval's Watch
Topeka, Kan., Feb. 5.- H. S. Montgomery is making a collection of watches of different styles. He has one that shows two dials and is of the best make, having thirty jewels. One dial will show Eastern time while the other dial shows Western time.
Probably the watch that would attract the most attention is one that has a history. It is said to have belonged to Claude Duval, a notorious highwayman of England, who was noted for his gallantry. He would not rob a woman. The case is of silver and quite heavy, and, like the movement, is hand made. The watch chain consists of long links that are adjusted with springs. When the chain is in its natural state it is much shorter than when drawn out. The movement is of the old fuzee and chain pattern that is still used by the manufacturers of to-day in chronometers. Besides the minute, second and hour hands, it has a calendar hand. It is in good running order. The workmanship shows that while watchmaking in the present century may be far ahead of what it was when the Claude Duval watch was made yet the makers of watches in those days made them on the same principle that the best timekeepers of to-day are made.
Source: The Jewelers' Review - 9th February 1898
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Topeka, Kansas
Claude Duval's Watch
Topeka, Kan., Feb. 5.- H. S. Montgomery is making a collection of watches of different styles. He has one that shows two dials and is of the best make, having thirty jewels. One dial will show Eastern time while the other dial shows Western time.
Probably the watch that would attract the most attention is one that has a history. It is said to have belonged to Claude Duval, a notorious highwayman of England, who was noted for his gallantry. He would not rob a woman. The case is of silver and quite heavy, and, like the movement, is hand made. The watch chain consists of long links that are adjusted with springs. When the chain is in its natural state it is much shorter than when drawn out. The movement is of the old fuzee and chain pattern that is still used by the manufacturers of to-day in chronometers. Besides the minute, second and hour hands, it has a calendar hand. It is in good running order. The workmanship shows that while watchmaking in the present century may be far ahead of what it was when the Claude Duval watch was made yet the makers of watches in those days made them on the same principle that the best timekeepers of to-day are made.
Source: The Jewelers' Review - 9th February 1898
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A RING A DAY FOR EIGHT YEARS
New York
Wm. Moll, a ring-maker for J. R. Wood, of New York and Brooklyn , while drunk confessed to having stolen one gold ring a day for eight years. If his story is true, Wood has lost $7,200 in this way. As he makes a large quantity of rings, he had not missed any.
Source: The Manufacturing Jeweler - 10th January 1895
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New York
Wm. Moll, a ring-maker for J. R. Wood, of New York and Brooklyn , while drunk confessed to having stolen one gold ring a day for eight years. If his story is true, Wood has lost $7,200 in this way. As he makes a large quantity of rings, he had not missed any.
Source: The Manufacturing Jeweler - 10th January 1895
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