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Miller and Millers September 19th Online Auction Featured Music Machines Coin ops Advertising more

New Hamburg, Ontario, Canada, September 25, 2020 -- An early 20th century Seeburg “G” style Orchestrion coin-op machine sold for $24,780, a 27-inch Orchestral Regina upright music box from 1898 finished at $21,240, and an 1892 Swiss George Baker & Company cylinder music box fetched $10,030 in an online auction held September 19th by Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. based in New Hamburg.

All prices quoted are in Canadian dollars and are inclusive of an 18 percent buyer’s premium.

The event – officially titled a Music Machines, Coin-Op & Advertising auction – was led by the outstanding lifetime collections of Ken Vinen and Jack Winkler and also featured general store items, petroliana (gas station collectibles), breweriana and automobilia. A total of 624 lots came up for bid – many of them with roots in Canada – in an auction that grossed more than $389,000.

The Seeburg “G” Orchestrion was a coin-operated masterpiece, outfitted with original and replica components. It had actually been professionally modified from a Seeburg style “A” but retained the correct torch mosaic leaded art glass doors. The machine – impressive at 66 inches tall by 79 inches wide – was from the Ken Vinen collection and include 13 “G” music rolls.

The 27-inch Orchestral Regina upright music box, with 29 discs, was another coin-op marvel. Like so many music machines from the era, it was originally rented as a coin-consuming investment to shrewd bar owners. Aside from a being a money-maker, it provided fun entertainment, a sure way to divert thirsty patrons from neighboring establishments.

The George Baker & Company cylinder music box, made in Switzerland in 1922, was a rare variant, featuring the sublime harmony of a drum with six bells. Originally built with five 8-tune cylinders, the machine was lovingly restored by Darren Wallace in 2017 and maintained by Ken Vinen until his death in 2019. Included were five 8-tune cylinders.

“Quality, fresh to the market collections are always well-received among our buyers,” said Ethan Miller of Miller & Miller Auctions, adding, “Ken Vinen’s music machines sold like hot cakes. Originality and functionality meant a lot to Ken and this was evident in the prices realized. The phone was ringing all week. Nobody wanted to miss this opportunity. It was a great auction.”

While the list of top lots was loaded with music machines, it was actually an eclectic sale, with items ranging from a Canadian Goold high-wheel bicycle from around 1890, the front wheel 54 inches in diameter to the handlebars (S3,245); to an American-made early 20th century Holcomb & Hoke Butter-Kist popcorn machine in a walnut case ($3,835); to an adorable 1940s Addison model A2 “Baby” Bakelite radio made in Canada ($4,425).

Following are additional highlights from the auction, which was online-only, with live video feed from location. Internet bidding was provided by LiveAuctioneers.com and the Miller & Miller website (www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com). The 422 users placed a total of 8,162 bids; 47 percent of lots met or exceeded estimates and 32 percent of lots surpassed the high estimate.

The name Wurlitzer was called multiple times during the auction. A few lots sold as follows:

- A Wurlitzer Model 1015 jukebox, made in 1946, with a curated library of rock ‘n’ roll 78 rpm records. The Wurlitzer 1015 is the most identifiable jukebox ever made ($11,210).

- A Wurlitzer model 750 jukebox made in 1940, coin-operated and featuring a “bear claw” pickup. Also included is a library of 78 rpm records as shown on title cards ($8,850).

- A Wurlitzer 1015-CD “One More Time” jukebox, made in Germany around 1900, a version of the famous model 1015 and retrofitted to hold up to 100 CD discs ($4,425).

- A Wurlitzer model 61 jukebox, circa 1939, coin-operated, with an unfinished stand. A multi-selector phonograph jukebox that includes a library of 78 rpm records ($3,540).

A rare, two-sided Ford porcelain hanging dealer sign, made for the Canadian market in the 1930s, untouched and original, 27 ½ inches by 18 inches, changed hands for $3,540; while an American two-sided porcelain neon sign for General Electric from the 1950s, sizable at 56 inches by 50 inches, marked “Kolux Corp., Kokomo, Indiana” lower right edge, hit $3,245.

Two music machines brought $3,540 each. One was a J.P. Seeburg model “L” Nickelodeon and remote coin box, American-made in the 1920s, in a quarter-sawn oak case with leaded glass panels. The other was a 1920s American Edison Opera phonograph, original and untouched, the cabinet retaining its original finish and hardware. Included in the lot were ten 4-minute cylinders.

Miller & Miller has announced an exciting ‘refresh’ to its online platform. “There’s no learning curve or major changes,” Ethan Miller pointed out. “This update will simply present users with an improved experience as they navigate our online auctions. We’re continually investing in our digital platform to provide quality service and capability to enhance the overall user experience.”

Miller & Miller Auctions has also launched a new mobile app for iOS and Android. Bidders can now choose to participate virtually in auctions using a phone or tablet for a convenient, portable experience. They can place bids and receive instant updates and notifications with a few taps.

Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd. has two more major auctions planned for the fall. A Canadiana & Historic Objects auction, featuring the Stead and Withington collections, is slated for Saturday, October 24th. Then, a Watches, Jewellery and Decorative Arts auction will be held on Saturday, November 21st, followed by an Advertising & Historic Objects auction Saturday, December 12th.

All three sales will be held online at 9am Eastern, and will be webcast from the New Hamburg gallery. Consignments are welcome.

To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions and the firm’s slate of upcoming auctions, visit www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com.

About Miller & Miller Auctions, Ltd.:
Miller & Miller Auctions is Canada’s trusted seller of high-value collections and is always accepting quality consignments. The firm specializes in watches and jewelry, art, antiques and high-value collectibles. Its mission is to provide collectors with a trusted place to buy and sell. To consign a single piece, an estate or a collection, you may call them at (519) 573-3710 or (519) 716-5606; or, e-mail to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To learn more about Miller & Miller Auctions and the firm’s slate of upcoming auctions, visit www.MillerandMillerAuctions.com.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers T Shirt Twice Signed by Brett Favre will be Sold Online Sept 29th

Phoenix, AZ, September 25, 2020 -- A Tampa Bay Buccaneers T-shirt worn by NFL Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre at this year’s game between the Buccaneers and the Carolina Panthers on September 20th – signed by Favre with “HOF 16” (for his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2016) and “Tom Brady is the GOAT” (the acronym for “Greatest of All Time”) – is up for bid in an online-only auction being held by Pristine Auction. The sale ends Tuesday, September 29th.

People can register and bid now on the Pristine Auction website: www.pristineauction.com. All the proceeds from the sale of the shirt will go to benefit Brett Favre’s Favre4Hope Foundation.

Brett Favre's appearance at the Buccaneers game wearing the shirt was a significant gesture, as it followed his public support of Tom Brady, the longtime quarterback of the New England Patriots who is playing in his first season with Tampa Bay. Favre's public support followed Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians' negative comments directed towards Brady's after his first week play. The comments from Favre were replayed by countless media, including NBC Sports, which reported:

“One of the most surprising developments from Week One came in the aftermath of the Buccaneers-Saints game, when Tampa Bay coach Bruce Arians publicly called out quarterback Tom Brady, not once but twice. That’s something Patriots coach Bill Belichick has never done, to Brady or to any other quarterback.” Favre fired back his thoughts on Sirius XM Radio: “I think the last person you would want to call out after the first game of the year is Tom Brady.”

Favre has a theory: “Maybe they had a mutual truce going into the game, going into the season, something like, ‘Hey, I’m going to be hard on you. I want the guys to know we’re going to treat you the same even though technically I’m not, so are you OK with it?’ If they have that truce, great. If not, I think we are barking up the wrong tree. Dissension could easily enter quickly.”

He added, “Maybe the Saints didn’t do anything they weren’t ready for other than we didn’t protect very well Tom gets hit a couple of times, you get a little jittery, it happens. First half of the Super Bowl against the Falcons he was getting nailed, played lackluster at best. They went in, had a ‘Come to Jesus’ at halftime, they don’t even come close to touching him in the second half, and he’s flawless. So they clean up the protection, and the timing, the chemistry will come.”

Will success come for Brady overnight? “I highly doubt it, but it will come pretty quickly though and they very easily could be 4-1 after five weeks,” Favre said. The shirt includes an official exclusive Brett Favre hologram and matching Certificate of Authenticity from Radtke Sports, the highly respected sports authenticator that has an exclusive memorabilia contract with Favre.

Favre attended the Panthers-Buccaneers game not as a fan but as an NFL Films correspondent. Favre works for The Grind, a show on Epix produced by NFL Films. He attended the game in connection with a feature on Buccaneers linebacker Devin White. According to reports, he was accompanied at the game by a couple of family members, along with a fairly sizable film crew.

Brett Favre was a 20-year veteran of the NFL, having played quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons in 1991, the Green Bay Packers from 1992-2007, the New York Jets in 2008 and the Minnesota Vikings from 2009-2010. He was the first NFL quarterback to pass for 500 touchdowns, throw for 70,000 yards, complete 6,000 passes and attempt 10,000 passes. His 11 Pro Bowl invitations is the third most among NFL quarterbacks. He was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2016.

Tom Brady spent the first 20 seasons of his career as quarterback of the New England Patriots before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers prior to the 2020 season. He has played in nine Super Bowls (an NFL record), winning six of them (also a record). He’s also won a record four Super Bowl MVP awards. Because of his numerous NFL records and accolades, many sports writers, commentators, and players consider Tom Brady to be the greatest NFL quarterback of all time.

To learn more about Pristine Auction and the online-only auction ending Tuesday, September 29th, please visit www.pristineauction.com.

About Pristine Auction:
Pristine Auction is a family owned and operated consignment-based online auction house. Since its founding in 2010, the company have grown from a spare bedroom to a 37,000-square-foot facility in Phoenix, Arizona. A team of over 100 people actively services the many customers. The firm specializes in autographed memorabilia, sports cards, coins, art and collectibles. By working with leading authentication companies, it ensures all items offered are 100% authentic. Pristine Auction offers items certified by trusted names, including Leaf, JSA, PSA, Beckett, Steiner Sports, Schwartz Sports, TriStar, Total Sports Enterprises, Upper Deck Authenticated, and MLB Authentication. Pristine Auction runs multiple weekly auctions, a premium monthly auction, and daily and 10- minute auctions. In addition to auctions, it has an extensive web store with display cases, custom framing options, and other accessories to display memorabilia. Pristine Auction is always accepting quality consignments for future auctions. To inquire about consigning a single piece or an entire collection of sports-related items and memorabilia, you may send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To learn more about Pristine Auction, please visit www.pristineauction.com.

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New Book Journey 2 Consciousness Cest La Vie Wins No 1 in African Poetry Category on Amazon

National News - New Book Journey 2 Consciousness: C’est Lie (that's life) wins # 1 in African Poetry Category on Amazon.com and # 2 Bestseller in New Book Releases. Prepare yourself as you embark on a journey to self-love, self-empowerment, and knowledge of self. Ebook PREORDERS are available now on Amazon Release on October 6, 2020!

We are truly the manifestation of our ancestors’ imagination. The goal of “Journey 2 Consciousness: C'est La Vie” book is to inspire, hustle, and motivate. In this book, we will discover what love, success, failure, struggle, and power mean in our lives through poetry, reflective journaling, positive affirmations, and everything hip-hop.

This book is a product of Hip Hop culture and serves as an encouraging reminder to those who feel lost—that things will be okay, and you will reach your desired destination. We must learn and grow from our mistakes. Therefore, never give up! It's time to wake up and level up because our time is now! It is a never ending journey. We can't be free until we are all free! Respect to the legends of our culture.

Rest in power 2pac and Nipsey Hussle. If it wasn't for your words, this book would have never been written.

About Author: Kendrick Duwa Chea is a global citizen. A 90s baby born in New York who was raised with the values of his Haitian & Liberian family. He is a Pan African by birth not by choice. Chea believes that life’s experiences are the best teacher. Knowledge of self, self-empowerment, & self-love are the values that he stands for and guides his life journey. Journey 2 Consciousness: C'est La Vie is his first published work of art.

PREORDERS your ebook now on Amazon for October 6, 2020 Release! To get your copy(s) today visit Amazon.com to purchase book today at: https://tinyurl.com/NewBookJourney2Consciousness

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Ask Wanda Professional Book Review Services Launches Company to Provide Quality Book Reviews

New York, NY, Sep 19, 2020 -- Ask Wanda Professional Review Services launches Professional Book Review Services a company which provides authors Quality Professional reviews for authors in a wide variety of genres in the book industry.

Prior to launching Ask Wanda Professional Book Review Services Wanda has reviewed books for author such as C. F. Hawthorne, Author of Every Black Eye, Hope Clarke, Author of Bestseller, The Empress of Supreme Drama.

Recently Ask Wanda Professional Book Review Services provided a stellar review for Jacquie Murrell, Author of Life Support, (Surviving Life’s Worse Challenges)

Book Reviews can help build your credibility and integrity as an author and encourages new customers to try your books. Reviews can help authors gain varying insights to how readers are responding to their books and benefit both the author and the reader.

Many times authors see an increase in sales from receiving a positive book reviews.

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Cannabis Venture Calyxeum Announces Goal of 2 Million USD to Expand Socially Conscious Cannabis Venture

Detroit, MI, Sep 19, 2020 -- Calyxeum, the leading, minority-owned Michigan based cannabis venture, announced they are in the process of raising $2 million in growth capital to expand its superior-quality, medical-grade cannabis, and edible products business. To reach this goal, Calyxeum will target investors by focusing on social equity applicants, adding to the vision of building community restoration throughout Michigan.

The timing of Calyxeum’ s announcement is auspicious as nearly 60% of U.S. states have legalized some form of cannabis use and sales. As a biotechnology and life sciences leader that supports its boutique cannabis cultivation operation, Calyxeum has the ultimate goal of providing underrepresented populations access to high-quality cannabis products.

“We intend to maintain a competitive advantage in this quickly-expanding market by embracing and expanding the relationships we have built since 2009. We are in revenue. Of our $2M raise, we have commitments totaling $1M. And, we’ve purchased our building. It’s a high margin business, so we are confident we can deliver strong returns for investors.” Rebecca Colett - Calyxeum, CEO.

Calyxeum is well-positioned to compete with the cannabis industries in Colorado and California. It is leveraging their industry-wide reputation of quality and philosophy of social activism by exploring minority investments from individuals and firms who can help drive value creation. Calyxeum is fully compliant with all state and local municipalities for the Michigan marijuana industry. It is also positioned for national expansion as the cannabis industry federal laws adjust and evolve.

To help gauge interest with this process, Calyxeum will be hosting a virtual pitch interview on Girl Get That Money (GGTM) September 24, 2020, at 11 am PDT. For more information on the pitch interview and to purchase tickets, go to https://www.khadijahadams.com/event-details/social-equity-cannabis-whats-the-real-deal. For more information on Calyxeum, please visit https://calyxeum.com or follow them on Instagram.

About Calyxeum:
Michigan based cannabis venture, Calyxeum produces products including dry herbs, concentrates, and topical ointments under a wholesale organic brand and distributes them to dispensaries and providers throughout the state of Michigan. Calyxeum products are produced by COO, LaToyia Rucker who has worked in Michigan’s legal cannabis industry since 2009 as a master gardener.

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