Geography: Buffalo

Advertising pin for Meyers' Hat Store, located at 81 Seneca Street in Buffalo, New York. Undated.

Billhead from ROSENAU BROTHERS, a millinery and fancy goods store located at 320 Main Street in Buffalo, New York. Dated May 19, 1864. This handwritten billhead includes a list of purchased items, likely millinery or fabric, and corresponding prices. The signature on the billhead, “Sol. Rosenau,” is likely that of Solomon Rosenau, a prominent Jewish businessman who owned the business with his brother. The billhead features simple handwritten text and a few ruled lines to guide the writer.

Billhead of L. Marcus & Son, manufacturers of youths', boys', and children's clothing, located at No. 183 Washington Street, Buffalo, New York. The billhead is dated June 20, 1881 and lists a transaction for a purchase of clothing made by H. T. Foster & Co. of Marilla, NY. The billhead includes decorative elements such as ornate Victorian-style lettering and an intricate border with a crest.

A letter written in broken English from M. Elfenbein in Buffalo, New York, to the Urbana Wine Company on April 28, 1884. The letter concerns the business of empty bottles.

Autograph letter signed from Louis M. Slutsky to Isaac Leeser, written in Buffalo, New York on December 17, 1853. Slutsky expresses his interest in translation work and seeks employment opportunities.

Newspaper issue of the Buffalo Patriot, published in Buffalo, New York on September 20, 1825. This issue features Mordecai Manuel Noah's "Proclamation to the Jews" and extensive coverage of the dedication ceremonies for his planned Jewish refuge, 'Ararat', on Grand Island.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of children looking out of a window. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The text on the card prominently displays “Fleischmann & Co.’s Compressed Yeast.” The back of the card is blank. There are two images associated with this record; the description provided refers to one of them.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a gate with roses and doves, representing peace and purity. The design is intricate and artistic, with a delicate use of color and shading. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers located at the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a Japanese umbrella. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The image on the front of the card appears to be part of a stereotypical representation of Japanese culture.

Billhead from E. Hyman, a hoop skirt seller located at 130 Seneca Street, Buffalo, New York. The billhead is dated January 14, 1878. H. T. Foster & Co. is also mentioned on the billhead.

Invoice from Altman & Co., Importers and Jobbers of Cloths, Cassimeres, Vestings, Domestics, Tailors' Trimmings, Gents' Furnishing Goods, and Manufacturers of Mens' and Boys' Clothing, located at 226 and 228 (New Nos.) Washington Street, Buffalo, New York. Dated July 8, 1868. The bill details the purchase of various goods, including 'Rs Sheeting' and 'Holland,' by Beesenthal, Falck & Israel, totaling 57.69. The billhead features a printed header with the business name and a list of goods sold. It also displays a revenue stamp in the bottom left corner.

Invoice from Cohen & Brother, manufacturers of hoop skirts and bustles, located at 848 Seneca Street, Buffalo, New York. Dated June 30th, 1873. The bill lists a purchase by S. Jones & Co., of Lindenville, Ohio, of 1/2 dz Spring Skirts, 1/2 dz Bustie, and 1 Pampade Bustles, with total price of $14.25. The billhead has ornate Victorian-style lettering and a decorative framed header section.

Billhead from H. Cone & Co. and H. F. Foster & Co., fancy goods merchants, located at No. 3 West Seneca Street, Buffalo, New York. The billhead is dated July 18, 1865, and includes a stamp for H.F. Foster of Marilla. A note indicates the prominent Jewish citizen, H. Cone, arrived in Buffalo in 1851 and was an original trustee of the Third National Bank.

Billhead from Cohen & Brother, manufacturers of hoop skirts, located at 343 Seneca Street, Buffalo, NY. Dated July 29, 1872. The bill lists the purchase of 20 spring skirts, 30 “E.M.” skirts, and 30 “Paris Banner” skirts for a total of $20.00. The billhead is printed in black ink on off-white paper. The header section is filled with decorative text and outlines, including a framed company name. The transaction is hand-written in the style of the late 19th century.

Invoice from Cohen & Brother, manufacturers of hoop skirts and bustles, located at No. 348 Seneca Street, Buffalo, New York. Dated November 28, 1873. The bill lists an itemized purchase of hoop skirts from S. Jones & Co. of Lindenville, Ohio. The billhead has a printed header with ornate lettering, and lists the business address and the names of the business proprietors, A.F. Cohen and Nathan Cohen. The billhead contains decorative elements, including a framed header section.

Envelope addressed to B. E. Jones in Buffalo, Kansas, postmarked May 25, 1891. The envelope was sent from either New York, NY or Kansas City, MO. The recipient's marriage was announced in a Jewish newspaper.

Invoice from Dahlman, Geiershofer & Spiegel, importers and jobbers of cloths, cassimeres, vestings, and other items, located at 388 & 390 Main Street, American Block, Buffalo, New York. Dated January 20, 1870. The bill records the purchase of 76 yards of

Billhead for Hiram Exstein & Co., Manufacturers & Jobbers of Men’s Furnishing Goods, located in Buffalo, New York. The billhead is dated April 11, 1883, and was purchased by Joseph Brooks, of Waterloo, NY. The billhead includes the business's terms of payment: 6 per cent 10 days, 5 per cent 30 days, and 4 per cent 60 days. It also states that all goods are sold on 60 days credit. The billhead contains an itemized list, likely for clothing, with prices and quantities noted, along with the total value of the purchase. The billhead has a framed header section and ornate lettering, typical of the period.

Billhead from Exstein & Company, manufacturers and jobbers of men's furnishing goods, located at 185 Washington Street, Buffalo, New York. The billhead is dated May 4, 1885, and indicates that the buyer, Joseph Brooks, purchased goods from the company's Waterloo, New York location. The billhead features a company logo with ornate lettering and detailed border elements. The company's address and the names of employees (J. B. Lempfert, J. Dontkin, H. L. Seekelbach, and Myer, Special) are also listed on the billhead.

A letter addressed to Mayer Sulzberger in Buffalo, New York, dated July 20, 1886. The letter, written on Mansions House, Wesley Crouch & Co. letterhead, discusses Sulzberger's health and the sender's travel plans. The sender's identity is illegible.

This trade card advertises Bronner & Co., fashionable clothiers located at 404 to 414 Main Street in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young Chinese child. The back of the card is blank.

Earthenware whiskey jug inscribed 'This Jug Is Not Sold. Property of S. Jacobson; 978-980 Broadway, Buffalo, NY'. Undated; likely early 20th century based on style and context.