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The Sparks Ensemble Model 99 was 1928 and the Model 101 was 1929. and the Model 103 was 1930. The Model 103 changer was basically the same as the 101 except it was redesigned to be self contained and removable from the cabinet. The 101 changer was integrated into the cabinet.

Carlton Smith

Many thanks for the info, Carlton. I had seen a Sparton changer some years ago that must have been the 103. I didn't have a cellphone camera at the time to get a quick pic of it. Interesting changers, these Spartons!