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597.0. "150 blues LPs for sale" by DEMON::DEMON::CRAMER () Mon Jan 17 1994 12:00

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DEMON::DEMON::CRAMER                                 34 lines  29-DEC-1993 11:05
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Hello all,

I recently received a hand-written letter at the station about some LPs
for sale. The letter included a xeroxed copy of the list. I don't have time
to type in the list, but I'm sure the person who sent the letter would
send it to you. I've transcribed the letter below. 

Mai

12/93  150 Blues LP's for Sale
Dick Parkinson
Wellesley Hills, MA
(617) 235-4917

Dear Ms. Cramer,

[personal comments deleted]

  As a hobby, I have played semi-prof. first position harmonica for 30 years. I
have played at numerous concerts + TV. A couple of years ago I decided to expand
my scope and learn blues harp. I put together a collection of about 150 blues
LP's (all reissues). Most played once. They run from the 1920's to present. Most
with accompaniment of all major blues harp players. There are more country blues
than urban blues. I also have a cross index by artist listing.
  I'm asking $600 for the collection. If I were to split it up, one of the
enclosed lists notes which are most important. I have been out of work for over
two years (electronic engineer) and could use the money from the sale.
  Could WGBH-FM use the LP's [I use mostly CD's. So the answer is probably no.]
Also if you or anyone could act as "agent" and find a buyer, I'd be glad to pay
a finder's fee. [I wouldn't take his money for helping him. Sounds like he could
use the cash.]
  The 2nd enclosed list has the names of all artists.
  Thank you,
(617) 235-4917  Dick Parkinson