Rossiter, Will
(1867–1954)> PUBLISHER
Will Rossiter Publisher Wells, Somerset, England, March 15, 1867; Oak Park, Illinois, June 10, 1954. Will Rossiter became a major publisher when he began operations in Chicago in 1890. He was the first to hawk his wares in retail stores. Satisfying his urge to perform, he personally demonstrated songs to his customers. This go-getter, styling himself as “The Chicago Publisher,” was the first to advertise songs in trade journals and theatrical papers. He was also the first to issue inexpensive…