Lois Cabinet Phonograph J40
1919 Jewelry Catalog and Sales Book · Scan 344 · Printed page 330
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Phonograph · Catalog no. J-40
$59.00 each
Original 1919 offer in USD.
Extracted description
Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00.
Heading J-40 conflicts with price line J-10. One illustrated offer retained, price 59.00; both printed numbers recorded.
Visual keywords
casters geometric grille phonograph side winding crank single door straight legs tall cabinet
Proposed visual observations from the source illustration. These describe appearance and are separate from the printed catalog text.
Own J40 complete phonograph v1 directly reviewed. Printed J40/J10 conflict retained as one offer.
Extracted traits
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| height | 40 inches | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| depth | 17½ inches | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| width | 15½ inches | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| cabinet material | birch | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| cabinet finish | imitation mahogany | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| record storage | 3 vertical sections; 10 and 12 inch records | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| motor claim | double spring worm drive noiseless; heavy cast frame | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| tone arm and reproducer | universal type | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| compatibility claim | all makes disc records without extra attachments | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| turntable diameter | 10 inches | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| record diameter capacity | 12 inches | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| sound box claim | wood | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| controls | tone modifier and speed regulator | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| boxed shipping weight | about 75 pounds | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| price line number | J-10; conflicts with model heading J-40 | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| shipping recommendation | express | Model J-40 “Lois” Cabinet Phonograph; height 40 inches, depth 17½ inches, width 15½ inches; cabinet is birch, finished imitation mahogany; three vertical sections under tone chamber give ample space for a good supply of ten and twelve inch records; double spring worm drive noiseless motor in heavy cast frame; universal type tone arm and reproducer; plays all makes of disc records without extra attachments; 10 inch turn table on which 12 inch records can be used; wood sound box gives a rich tone of good volume; fitted with tone modifier and speed regulator; this model is designed to meet the demand for a thoroughly reliable talking machine at a price much less than is necessary to pay for one of more elaborate cabinet work; the motor and mechanical parts are the same as in our higher priced machines; weight substantially boxed for shipping about 75 pounds; we advise express shipment which insures safe and prompt delivery. No. J-10—Lois Phonograph; mahogany finished cabinet. Each 59.00. |
| brand | Lois | Talking Machines. THE LOIS. Department 16—First Floor. Plays Any Record without Extra Attachments. There is a “Lois” in size and price to meet every demand. Each style from the inexpensive Model 40 to the large and elegant Model 135 has the same high grade equipment in the way of motor, speed regulator, tone arm and reproducer. A sample of each of the four cabinet Models gives a selection covering every requirement. TONE CONTROL. Lois phonographs have an improved controlling device whereby the tone can be modified to the special requirements of the selection being rendered. The control is so perfect that any record may be reproduced in a soft, rich expression suited to small rooms, or played with sufficient volume to be distinctly heard throughout a large audience room. GUARANTEE. Lois phonographs are guaranteed free from defects and to sing and play all makes of disc records. Should defective parts be discovered they will be replaced free of charge f. o. b. factory. New main motor springs replaced at actual cost if motor is returned charges prepaid. |
| department | 16, First Floor | Talking Machines. THE LOIS. Department 16—First Floor. Plays Any Record without Extra Attachments. There is a “Lois” in size and price to meet every demand. Each style from the inexpensive Model 40 to the large and elegant Model 135 has the same high grade equipment in the way of motor, speed regulator, tone arm and reproducer. A sample of each of the four cabinet Models gives a selection covering every requirement. TONE CONTROL. Lois phonographs have an improved controlling device whereby the tone can be modified to the special requirements of the selection being rendered. The control is so perfect that any record may be reproduced in a soft, rich expression suited to small rooms, or played with sufficient volume to be distinctly heard throughout a large audience room. GUARANTEE. Lois phonographs are guaranteed free from defects and to sing and play all makes of disc records. Should defective parts be discovered they will be replaced free of charge f. o. b. factory. New main motor springs replaced at actual cost if motor is returned charges prepaid. |
| tone control claim | improved device; volume adaptable to room | Talking Machines. THE LOIS. Department 16—First Floor. Plays Any Record without Extra Attachments. There is a “Lois” in size and price to meet every demand. Each style from the inexpensive Model 40 to the large and elegant Model 135 has the same high grade equipment in the way of motor, speed regulator, tone arm and reproducer. A sample of each of the four cabinet Models gives a selection covering every requirement. TONE CONTROL. Lois phonographs have an improved controlling device whereby the tone can be modified to the special requirements of the selection being rendered. The control is so perfect that any record may be reproduced in a soft, rich expression suited to small rooms, or played with sufficient volume to be distinctly heard throughout a large audience room. GUARANTEE. Lois phonographs are guaranteed free from defects and to sing and play all makes of disc records. Should defective parts be discovered they will be replaced free of charge f. o. b. factory. New main motor springs replaced at actual cost if motor is returned charges prepaid. |
| historic guarantee claim | defect-free; plays all disc records; defective parts free f.o.b. factory; main motor springs actual cost with prepaid returned motor | Talking Machines. THE LOIS. Department 16—First Floor. Plays Any Record without Extra Attachments. There is a “Lois” in size and price to meet every demand. Each style from the inexpensive Model 40 to the large and elegant Model 135 has the same high grade equipment in the way of motor, speed regulator, tone arm and reproducer. A sample of each of the four cabinet Models gives a selection covering every requirement. TONE CONTROL. Lois phonographs have an improved controlling device whereby the tone can be modified to the special requirements of the selection being rendered. The control is so perfect that any record may be reproduced in a soft, rich expression suited to small rooms, or played with sufficient volume to be distinctly heard throughout a large audience room. GUARANTEE. Lois phonographs are guaranteed free from defects and to sing and play all makes of disc records. Should defective parts be discovered they will be replaced free of charge f. o. b. factory. New main motor springs replaced at actual cost if motor is returned charges prepaid. |
| historic comparison offer | side-by-side test; return and credit if not equal or better | COMPARISON OFFER. Our confidence in the Lois phonographs is so great that we are willing to have any model tested side by side with any other machine on the market, even one sold for double its price. If it does not produce equal or better results from the same record the machine may be at once returned and credit will be given. Such a test will convince any musical critic that the Lois has unsurpassed merit. |
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