THE BATON AND THE PENDULUM

[Clearfield, Pa.: Kurtz Bros., 1963. First Edition. Signed presentation by Whiting on half-title page. "To Ed Finaldi-- Fellow leader, exemplary violinist and friend. Sincerely Chester Whiting." Whiting organized and led the U.S. Army Field Band from 1946 to 1960. Ed Finaldi is believed to be Edmond Finaldi, a teacher in Connecticut for more than 35 years. He was also a violinist with the Danbury Symphony Orchestra and a veteran, serving in the Marine Corp. from 1946 until 1952. 8vo., pictorial blue cloth, stamped in green & gilt; in dust jacket. 176 pages. Illustrated.. Very Good (covers nice; contents clean & tight); little wear (few short tears & very tiny chips) d/j.