1984-4 (April) Auctioneer Issue (Volume 35, No. 4)
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1984-4 (April) Auctioneer Issue (Volume 35, No. 4)Entry/Object ID
2024.2.356Description
The official publication of the National Auction Association. For decades, The Auctioneer has provided NAA auction professionals with insightful content to help them advance their careers, grow their business, stay connected to the industry and remain competitive in an ever-changing auction marketplace. Articles in The Auctioneer include legal advice, marketing tips, industry and state association news, member profiles and more. *Click on cover to view full issue.Context
In this issue: Feature Articles: p. 7 — "Errors and Omissions Insurance Update": A discussion of auctioneer liability exposures, illustrated through seven insurance claims involving disputed property descriptions, equipment misrepresentation, commission disputes, appraisal errors, and other auction-related problems. Information supplied by Rennie Walt of Alexander & Alexander, Inc. pp. 9–11 — "May 20th is New Headquarters Dedication: Pictorial Review": Announces the May 20 dedication of the National Auctioneers Association's newly constructed headquarters at 8880 Ballentine in Overland Park, Kansas. Includes an RSVP form, directions, a visitor's map, and information about nearby hotels and attractions. pp. 14–16 — "The 1984 Building An Auction Business Seminar": Reviews the February 13–15 NAA seminar at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis, Tennessee, attended by 130 registrants. Topics included business promotion, office management, auction computers, auction organization, and audiovisual advertising; the following pages provide photographs and participant descriptions. pp. 19–21 — "Reciprocal States with NAA": Explains the NAA's reciprocal membership agreements with participating state auctioneer associations. Includes a directory of state association presidents and secretaries, dues amounts, billing months, and instructions for enrolling new members. pp. 27–28 — "Minneapolis Convention Registration Information": Provides practical information for attending the July 17–22, 1984 NAA Convention in Minneapolis, including hotel accommodations, transportation, recreation, eligibility requirements, and membership-contest information. pp. 30–32 — "Advertising Contest Information and Forms": Explains the 1984 NAA advertising contest, including its new broadcast-media and audiovisual categories. Describes submission requirements, eligibility, judging, and awards. p. 33 — "Auxiliary Membership Form": Provides information about the National Auctioneers Association Auxiliary, its purpose, educational activities, and membership opportunities, along with a membership application. pp. 35–41 — "Convention Registration Forms": A substantial center section containing registration and participation forms for the Minneapolis convention. Includes hotel reservations, tours, special activities, and advance registration information. p. 49 — "Antiques/Real Estate at Auction": Reports on significant auction transactions, including the $460,000 sale of a Chattanooga, Tennessee, golf course and the sale of antiques, furniture, jewelry, and music boxes by Douglas Auctioneers in Massachusetts. The antiques coverage continues on page 60. p. 53 — "Membership Means Success": Encourages NAA members to recruit new auctioneers, emphasizing the importance of membership growth, professional cooperation, and the friendships developed through the association. Regular Sections: p. 3 — President's Article: "Patience is Vital to Success," by William L. "Bill" Gaule, CAI: NAA President Gaule discusses patience, emotional control, and maintaining confidence when confronting unexpected problems in auctioneering and everyday life. pp. 20–21 — Directory of State Association Presidents and Secretaries: A nationwide directory of state auctioneer association leadership, including presidents, secretaries, executive directors, addresses, and telephone numbers. Reciprocal membership states are identified. p. 23 — "Spotlight on NAA Members": Profiles two former NAA presidents who came from Bedford, Iowa: William L. "Bill" Gaule and Charles E. "Chuck" Cumberlin. Describes their backgrounds, auction careers, professional accomplishments, and service to the association. p. 25 and p. 57 — CAI Article: "Is CAI Worth It?" by Kerry A. Pae, CAI: Pae argues that the Certified Auctioneers Institute provides valuable continuing education for auctioneers. The article discusses professional development, marketing, business practices, and the benefits of education for auctioneers and their clients. p. 26 — Auxiliary Article, by Virginia Dilgard: Dilgard, Vice President of the NAA Auxiliary, encourages spouses and family members of auctioneers to join the Auxiliary and become more involved in the auction profession. Includes the Auxiliary's 1983–84 officers.Collection
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