William Steinway’s diary: “In evg Generalversammlung of the German Liederkranz very largely attended. I am unanimously elected President, with 260 Votes, Hoffmann 1st Vice Pres. with 254 Votes and Richard H. Adams second Vice Pres. with 253 Votes. When I rise I received a tremendous ovation hearing for upwards of 10 Minutes when I make a hearty address which is enthusiastically cheered.”