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Vol. 86 July 18, 2026 No. 19

J. Gramer

investor co-founder
  • Emerson Piano Company

Biography

J. Gramer was one of three men, along with P. H. Powers and O. A. Kimball, who in 1879 bought William Moore's interest in the Emerson piano business, originally founded by William P. Emerson. The three organized the Emerson Piano Company, with Powers serving as president. No further individual detail, dates, or background is given for Gramer beyond his role as one of the company's organizing investors.

Highlights

  • Joined P. H. Powers and O. A. Kimball in 1879 to buy William Moore's interest in the Emerson piano business and organize the Emerson Piano Company.

Source

Alfred Dolge, Pianos and Their Makers, Vol. I (1911), p. 293.

Public domain.

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