Geography: Austin

Billhead from M. A. & H. B. Kopperl, a Jewish mercantile business in Austin, Texas. The billhead likely dates from the 1890s and is printed in English. It features business information, likely including the company name, address and possibly names of owners and/or managers.

Statement of account from Ph. Hatzfeld & Co., importers, dated January 1, 1889. The billhead lists transactions with Aust Ford (likely a buyer) in July and January of 1889. It includes a record of payments received in March 1889. The billhead is handwritten with black ink on a ruled sheet. The address for the business is clearly printed: 500-502 Congress Ave., Austin, Texas; the NYC office address is also provided: 57 Walker Street. The billhead includes handwritten notes, indicating a more personal touch in business transactions.

Invoice from Ph. Hatzfeld & Co., importers. Located at 500.502 Congress Ave, Austin, Texas with their New York Office at 57 Walker Street. The invoice lists a variety of items, quantities, and prices and is dated 1888 October. The billhead features a printed header with the business name, location, and an ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Invoice from Goldstein Bro's, wholesale and retail dealers in groceries, provisions, tobacco, clothing, boots, hats, and furnishing goods. Located at Corner Main and Virginia Streets, Austin, Nevada. Dated January 18, 1869. The bill lists an item purchased by M. S. M. Co, likely a quantity of Rye, with a price listed. The billhead has ornate lettering and notes in script. It also states “TERMS, CASH...PAYABLE IN U. S. GOLD COIN”.

Billhead from M. A. & H. B. Kopperl, Austin, Texas, dated March 24, 1891. The billhead lists additional names: B. J. Kopperl, Martin, Gery, and Thaxton, W. H. It is presumed these are business associates or family members.

Invoice from The Original Clothing Emporium, a business located at 610 Congress Avenue, Austin, Texas. Dated April 2, 1881. The bill is for two hats at 14 dollars each, totaling 28 dollars and was purchased by A. L. Wilborn, likely for John O. Johnson. The billhead includes a business name, address, and terms of cash payment.

Statement of account from Ph. Hatzfeld & Co., importers, located at 500.502 Congress Ave., Austin, Texas. Dated July 2, 1896. The bill is for a purchase of 4 yards of ribbon for $1.70 by Miss Jennie Smith. The statement indicates that payment has been received. The billhead has a printed header, with ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead from the firm Katz & Driesner in Austin, Minnesota, dated April 16, 1875. The billhead indicates a payment note.

A five-page letter written by Phineas DeCordova to the law firm Riker & Riker on March 5, 1879, in Austin, Texas. The letter details questionable dealings by the trustee, Fred Lewis, of the S. De Cordova estate and mentions Ada Henriques (née Cordova), the wife of S. De Cordova. DeCordova also mentions his land office, established in 1848.

Deed of sale transferring land from Phineas De Cordova to Sarah M. Knight in Austin, Texas, for $10,950. The deed was executed on April 1, 1880. References a will and indicates additional parties involved.

A license issued to Solomon & Crescenzo, a firm in Austin, Nevada, on February 5, 1895, permitting them to conduct mercantile business for three months after payment of a $5.00 fee. The license is signed by M. D. Murphy.

One page from the Daily Austin Republican newspaper, published in Austin, Texas on October 26, 1868. The page features advertisements and mentions the names Bierstein, Hornberg, and Hirshfeld.

Issue of the *Daily Austin Republican* newspaper published in Austin, Texas on November 30, 1868. The newspaper includes numerous advertisements, some from Jewish merchants, and mentions individuals: C. Hornberger, Samuels, Hirsfeld, A. Biberstein, and Melasky.

Issue of the Reese River Reveille newspaper published in Austin, Nevada on December 27, 1871. The newspaper contains numerous advertisements and mentions individuals including I. Baron, Marcus Cohen, Louis Grasser, N. Barovich, Alex Cohen, H. Mayerbaum (attorney), and E. Wallach.

Invoice from Solms & Fernbach, dealers in tobacco, cigars, perfumery, crockery, glassware, etc. located in the Bank Building, Main Street, Austin, Nevada. Dated March 6, 1866. The billhead lists items purchased by Dunian & Co. The billhead includes the business name, products sold, business address, and decorative Victorian-style lettering.