From the Winchester Argus, August 14, 1879
The Winchester Cornet Band* has lately been reorganized with
the following charter members: Edward Graham, bass drum and cym.; Otto
Sterrett, tenor; John Sterrett, tuba; Jos. Green, baritone; Lin McDermond,
tenor; J.R. McDermond, alto; Geo. Elson, B flat cornet; Frank Kirkpatrick, B
flat cornet; J.D. Adams, E flat cornet. The organization is now in full working
order, and Prof. Cramer, of Valley Falls, has been engaged as teacher. We hope
to hear them discoursing some good music ere long.
* “Cornet Band” was a common name for brass and wind bands organized
in the late 1800s. Most of them included local volunteer musicians and
performed in parades and on holidays.
This story appeared in “Yesteryears” in April 1988.
(Does anyone know if the musicians in the photo include the ones named in the article?)
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