Blakely, David, 1834-1896

David Blakely (1834-1896) was a journalist and businessman whose interest in music led to his career as manager of the Gilmore and Sousa bands of the 1880s and 1890s. As founder of the Blakely Syndicate he oversaw a network of interrelated operations which included the Blakely Printing Company as well as management of various concert bands and orchestras.

From the description of Papers, 1880-1931, bulk (1892-1896). (New York Public Library). WorldCat record id: 122580773

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