Geography: Charleston

Lithograph depicting the interior of the Hebrew Synagogue of Charleston, South Carolina, before its destruction by fire on April 27, 1838. The print is dedicated to Rev. Gustavus Poznanski by Solomon N. Carvalho. This synagogue housed the congregation where Reform Judaism in America originated. This is one of several known copies. The lithograph was sold at Sotheby's in New York City on January 18, 2018 for $43,750.

This pamphlet, dated 1834, details a schism within the Medical Society of South Carolina regarding the establishment of a medical college in Charleston. Minutes from December 2, 1833, are included. The document highlights the disagreements between professors at the Medical College and the Medical Society. Jacob De La Motta, Secretary of the Medical Society, is identified as the author.

Pamphlet containing two discourses delivered in Charleston, South Carolina following the great fire of April 27, 1838. The pamphlet lists places burned, including numerous Jewish names and the Great Synagogue. Published in Charleston, South Carolina in 1838.

Billhead from Kohn, Furchgott & Co., importers and dealers in foreign and domestic dry goods, carpets, cloaks, shawls, hosiery, notions, ribbons, and ladies and gentlemen's furnishing goods. The business is located at No. 259 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated January 28, 1889. The buyer is J. Charleston S. C. Jauey. The billhead features an image of a corset, ornate Victorian-style lettering, and a list of branches for the business in Jacksonville, Florida and New York City.

Billhead from Louis Cohen & Co., dealers in Foreign & Domestic Dry Goods, Notions, and Fancy Goods. The business was located at 248 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated May 1, 1886, and contains a transaction record that is not completely visible. The billhead features two women in corsets, and the logo “Regal” is prominently displayed. Ornate lettering and stylized text are used throughout the billhead.

This broadside advertises the sale of

Broadside advertisement for a wine auction by I. S. Cohen. Printed text lists a catalogue of superior old port, sherry and madeira wines to be sold at auction on Wednesday, December 13th, 1848, at 12 o’clock. The broadside includes handwritten notes listing the items and prices of the wines sold at the auction. It includes descriptions of wines, including a description of

This undated letter, written by Nathan A. Cohen to Eliza M. Anderson, discusses a business proposal for Cohen's son. The letter was written from Charleston, South Carolina, and discusses business dealings in Washington, D.C. The letter is stampless and is dated November 10, 1850, based on internal evidence.

A letter written by Abraham Tobias to I. J. Tobias on March 26, 1839, discussing the difficulties in the wine business, specifically the low prices of champagne and superior wines. The letter was sent from Charleston, South Carolina to New York, New York. The letter mentions a broadside of wines for sale (see 17.108).

A letter written by Abraham Tobias to T. I. Tobias on June 13, 1840, concerning a bill of laden signed by M. Lopez. The letter was sent from Charleston, South Carolina to New York, New York.

A letter written by I. S. Cohen in Charleston, South Carolina, to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York, on May 12, 1848. The letter discusses Cohen's business dealings, noting that business is bad and that he is now also selling wine. Cohen mentions his position as a director of the South Western Railroad Bank.

A signed letter written by General Anthony Wayne to Wilhelm Willink on September 28, 1785, from Charleston, South Carolina. Wayne requests Willink to draw money from Philip Jacob Cohen and offers collateral in the form of drafts. This retained draft letter is in response to a letter from Wilhelm Willink dated July 29, 1785. The letter highlights the financial dealings and interconnectedness between American figures and the "Port Jews" of Amsterdam.

Letter written by Michael Lazarus to Shubael Hutchins in Providence, Rhode Island, on July 30, 1846, from Charleston, South Carolina. Lazarus expresses disappointment with the price Hutchins received for selling cotton and discusses current market prices.

Shipping record detailing the shipment of 100 barrels of whiskey from New Orleans, Louisiana to Charleston, South Carolina on March 14, 1846, aboard the brig Albert. The record includes a nice print of a ship.

A signed receipt from Abraham De Lyon to Isaac De Lyon dated January 7, 1788, in Charleston, South Carolina. The receipt mentions the recipient being a surgeon during the Revolution and includes the affectionate phrase 'your affectionate father'.

Birth certificate of Junius Brutus Booth, Jr., son of Junius Brutus Booth and Mary Ann Booth. The certificate, dated February 21, 1822, is an affidavit signed by Junius Brutus Booth and notes that the child was born December 21, 1821, on Clifford Street, Charleston, South Carolina, at the dwelling of Mr. Solomon Moses, Jr. The document is significant due to the involvement of Solomon Moses, Jr., a prominent Charleston resident and slave trader.

A letter written by Dr. Edmund Ravenel from his office at 38 Meeting Street, Charleston, South Carolina, on March 26, 1889. The letter mentions his medical practice, specializing in women's and children's diseases, and includes his office hours. The letterhead also makes reference to an old Jewish family.

Legal document detailing the sheriff's sale of an amulatto boy for $825 to Franklin J. Moses in Charleston, South Carolina on December 1, 1839. The document originates from Sumter, South Carolina.

Single-page printed bill of sale documenting the sale of three enslaved individuals—Fanny and her two children, Martha and William—for $575, and Sally for $425. The seller, Solomon Davis, a Jewish slave dealer from Richmond, Virginia, filled out and signed the document on February 12, 1848. The buyer was Thomas R. Williams. The sale took place in Charleston, South Carolina. This document highlights the involvement of Jewish individuals in the American slave trade.

Subpoena issued on July 1, 1788 in Charleston, South Carolina. The document was signed by Thomas Heyward at the request of Mordecai Myers against Benjamin Post for trespass. The subpoena includes the State Seal.

Legal document detailing the sheriff's sale of three enslaved African Americans for $800 to Franklin J. Moses in Sumter and Charleston, South Carolina on April 26, 1841. The document provides details of the sale and the parties involved.

Handwritten deed detailing the sale of land from the estate of Mordecai Cohen, deceased, in Charleston, South Carolina. Dated January 14, 1852. The deed is signed by executors Marx Edwin Cohen and Benjamin Dores Lazarus. The three-page document provides detailed information about the property transaction.

Deed of sale for land in Charleston, South Carolina, executed on April 13, 1881. Leah Cohen Nathan (1822-1909) sold the land to Eleanor Goldsmith (1814-1885). The deed includes signatures of all parties involved except Goldsmith.

Legal document detailing a judgement search. The document, written on English watermark paper typical of blockade-run paper, originates from the Office of Common Pleas in Charleston, South Carolina. It notes that records had been removed to Charleston. Dated December 21, 1863.

A one-page letter dated January 5, 1855, from Moses Cohen Mordecai in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mordecai declines Leeser's request for financial assistance for Reinah Judah, citing family obligations and questioning the extent of Judah's need. This letter provides insight into the personal and financial circumstances of various individuals within the Jewish community in the mid-19th century United States.

A one-page letter written by Solomon Nunes Carvalho to Isaac Leeser on October 15, 1851, from Charleston, South Carolina. Carvalho details his incapacitation due to a boil, apologizes for delayed correspondence, relays a book order, and concludes due to his illness. This letter is one of five in the collection showcasing the correspondence between these two prominent figures in the American Jewish community.

A two-page letter (8" x 12.5") written by Rumah Judah in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 14, 1831. The letter details Judah's trip to Charleston to visit relatives, offering observations about her family and their customs. She mentions meeting cousin Isaac Mordecai and describes her impressions of various family members, including Mrs. Moses.

Printed broadside letter dated November 28, 1858, from B. Mordecai of Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser. Mordecai requests a character reference for Esther Davidson, who has applied for a position as governess to his four children and companion to his wife. Davidson's qualifications include teaching French, art, music, and English, and cultivating a moral sense in the children. This is the only correspondence in the collection requesting a background check in printed form.

Letter from Nathaniel Levin in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated November 3, 1852. Levin forwards a charity sermon by Rev. Solomon Jacobs for printing and discusses a potential reunion with the reformed congregation. Levin was the government inspector of imports and later wrote the history of Temple Beth Elohim.

A three-page letter written by Samuel Hart to Isaac Leeser in Charleston, South Carolina on December 21, 1847. The letter discusses the upcoming marriage of Miss Tobias and Mr. Minnis of Savannah, Georgia, and raises questions about Mr. Minnis's circumcision status and its implications for the marriage. The letter also reflects Hart's views as a leader in the secession from Beth Elohim Synagogue and President of Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim of Charleston.

A letter written by Abraham Tobias to T.I. Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina on December 26, 1835. The letter expresses sympathy regarding the Great Charleston Fire of 1835, which destroyed nearly 700 buildings, mostly commercial enterprises. Tobias also details his new business partnership with D.C. Levy under the name A. Tobias & Co.

A four-page letter written by Solomon Nunes Carvalho from Charleston, South Carolina to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 29, 1852. The letter details a public dispute between Leeser and Reverend Solomon Jacobs concerning a sermon published in the Occident, and offers strategic advice to Leeser on how to respond.

A one-page letter dated April 10, 1849, from Joshua Lavsano in Charleston, South Carolina, to Rabbi Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter details the internal conflict within Congregation Beth Elohim, focusing on the dispute over the form of religious services and the divisions between Reform and Traditionalist factions. Lavsano describes the unsuccessful attempts at reconciliation and the rejection of a proposed joint synagogue. This letter provides firsthand insight into a significant event in the history of American Jewish Reform.

Four-page letter written by Solomon Nunes Carvalho on April 20, 1852, from Charleston, South Carolina, to Rabbi Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter discusses internal conflicts and controversies within the Charleston Jewish community, mentioning individuals such as Henry Phillips, Rabbi Ellis Lyons, and Dr. Raphael. It offers insight into the dynamics of Reformed Judaism in Charleston during this period.

Three-page letter dated April 21, 1852, from J. Harvey in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Harvey proposes an editorial for publication by Leeser, discussing his perspective on the Reform Movement within the Charleston Jewish community, specifically addressing the role of women in the Sunday school and the disharmony within the congregation. The editorial includes commentary on the Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim synagogue.

A one-and-a-half-page letter written by Rabbi Julius Eckman of Beth Elohim in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia on May 13, 1851. Eckman responds to an article accusing him of inconsistency, defending his faith and principles. The letter includes a two-and-a-quarter-page handwritten response by Isaac Leeser, intended for typesetting in *The Occident*. This letter provides insight into the controversies surrounding Eckman's rabbinical career and his later role as a Western pioneer.

A three-page letter written by Solomon Nunes Carvalho on May 26, 1852, from Charleston, South Carolina, to Reverend Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Carvalho details public disputes within the Shearit Israel congregation concerning the role of Reverend Ellis Lyons and the excommunication of Dr. E. (possibly Eckman). The letter offers insight into internal conflicts and personalities within the Shearit Israel congregation and the unusual use of excommunication in American Jewish communities at that time.

A one-and-a-quarter page letter dated May 28, 1858, from Morris Ehrlick, President of the Berith Shalom Congregation in Charleston, South Carolina, to Alexander Oelsner. The letter discusses the need for a hazan and a mohel, emphasizing the necessity of a single individual capable of performing both roles and reading in Polish. It also includes a request for blessings for Oelsner and the congregation. The letter features a stamped seal of the Brith Sholom Beth Israel Congregation.

Autograph letter signed by Isaac Harby, written in Charleston, South Carolina on May 5, 1826, to E. P. Cohen. The letter discusses the historical arguments for not wearing a head covering in the temple, representing an early American document in the history of Reform Judaism. Harby, a key figure in the early American Reform movement, presents his own research and interpretation of scripture on this topic.

Printed broadside letter dated May 17, 1825, transmitting the Constitution of the Reformed Society of Israelites. The letter was sent from Jacob Cohen in Baltimore, Maryland to Charleston, South Carolina. It includes the printed signatures of Isaac Harby, D.M. Carvalho, Abraham Moise, E.P. Cohen, and Isaac N. Cardozo, as the Corresponding Committee. This is considered an important document in the early history of Reform Judaism in America.

A letter written by S. Valentine to Reverend Isaac Leeser from Charleston, South Carolina, on June 3, 1857. The letter forwards a preamble and resolutions, and includes a personal note expressing the writer's hope to see Leeser soon and conveying the family's wishes to be remembered.

A one-page letter written by S. Valentine, Secretary of the Shearith Israel Congregation in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 6, 1854. Valentine discusses the conflict between Orthodox and Reform Jews in Charleston, noting the ridicule faced by Orthodox congregations but highlighting the flourishing state of Shearith Israel. He encloses the proceedings of the congregation (not included in this archival item).

A one-page letter written by H. A. Henry in Syracuse, New York to S. Valentine in Charleston, South Carolina on August 2, 1852. Henry demands justice for personal slander by Isaac Leeser. This letter is part of a larger correspondence documenting a public dispute between Henry and Leeser, two prominent figures in 19th-century American Judaism.

A two-page letter written by Jacob De la Motta to Isaac Leeser on September 17, 1832, from Charleston, South Carolina. De la Motta discusses the cholera outbreak in Charleston and its impact on his ability to visit Leeser in Philadelphia. The letter offers insight into the social and medical conditions of the time.

A one-and-a-half-page letter from Solomon Nunes Carvalho to Isaac Leeser, dated September 2, 1852, in Charleston, South Carolina. Carvalho discusses an interpretation of Maimonides for a proposed article in *The Occident* and offers opinions on other scholarly articles sent to Leeser. The letter was written shortly before Carvalho embarked on the Frémont Western Expedition.

Autograph letter from Jacob De la Motta to Isaac Leeser discussing the publicity for De la Motta's recently published book, *Instruction in the Mosaic Religion*, and expressing regret over the illness of Etting. The letter was written in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and sent to Charleston, South Carolina on May 27, 1830.

A three-page letter written by Isaac Leeser to Solomon Nunes Carvalho on August 23, 1852, discussing details of local events and offering advice on handling attacks against Leeser in the *Asmonean*, a Jewish periodical. The letter highlights Leeser's involvement in religious controversies and the support he received from his friends.

Sight draft for $2800 issued by Mordecai & Co. to Tobias Hendrick & Co. of New York City on August 19, 1859. Tobias Hendrick & Co. was a well-known copper firm. The draft is graphically striking. Additional historical notes from an unknown source claim that Mordecai paid to have Confederates killed at Gettysburg and brought them back south on his ship in 1870.

Continental Currency one dollar note issued in Charleston, South Carolina in 1777. The reverse of the note features four Hebrew letters used as decorative motifs and anti-counterfeiting devices. The note was printed on a press previously owned by Francis Salvador, a Jewish American Patriot who died fighting for American independence.

Issue of the Charleston Courier newspaper from Charleston, South Carolina, dated February 7, 1807. This issue contains advertisements for a public sale of an estate including sixty enslaved people, and for a cargo of sugar and brandies. The sale of the sugar and brandies was delayed due to weather.

Issue of the Charleston Daily Courier newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 7, 1858. This issue features numerous advertisements, including prominent slave auction advertisements by Jacob Cohen & Sons, as well as advertisements for S.S. Solomon, engineer and superintendent of the Northeastern Railroad Company.

Issue of the Charleston Mercury newspaper, published in Charleston, South Carolina on December 30, 1862. This issue contains commercial advertisements and news.

This newspaper clipping from the Charleston Mercury, published April 6, 1855, in Charleston, South Carolina, features a prominent advertisement for D.J. & G.J. Levy's Southern Clothing Emporium and a notice of Marx Cohen's sale of thirty enslaved people, along with his plantation and brickyard. The Levy advertisement includes a lithographic illustration of their store at 288 King Street.

Issue of the Charleston Courier newspaper from August 28, 1815, featuring an early mention of Lord Byron's "Hebrew Melodies." The article excerpts information from the Edinburgh Courant of May 8, 1815, provides examples from the work, and includes an advertisement for the sale of household goods, including Hebrew and English books, by a person leaving the state. Published in Charleston, South Carolina.

Newspaper clipping from the Charleston Mercury, published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 10, 1863. The clipping features a half-column article discussing Jews as patriots during the American Civil War. It mentions Cohen (killed near Richmond, VA), Hertz (a doctor and auctioneer), and Wineman (a merchant at 29 Hayne Street).

A reprint of a letter from General Beauregard's Assistant Adjutant-General, Thomas Jordan, to Rabbi M.I. Mechelbacker, dated September 1, 1861, declining a request for furloughs for Jewish soldiers during the High Holidays. This letter, published in the Charleston Mercury on January 27, 1863, explains the military's inability to grant leave due to the ongoing conflict. The newspaper also contains an advertisement for Isaac Eger Hertz.

Front page article from the Charleston Mercury newspaper, published in Charleston, South Carolina on February 1, 1861. The article praises the patriotism of South Carolina Israelites and notes that two Southern senators, Judah P. Benjamin and David Levy Yulee, are Israelites, representing a significant portion of Southern power in the Senate.

This trade card advertises the services of Louis E. Levy, a general outdoor photographer. The front of the card features a stylized image of a camera lens on a black background. The back of the card provides more information about the business, including the address: 622, and Levy's specialization as a publisher of 'Levy's Photographic Advertising Albums.'

This trade card advertises B. Gallenberg, a gentleman's furnisher, located opposite the Public Landing in Charleston, West Virginia. The front of the card features a comical illustration, rendered in reddish-sepia tones, depicting a man and a woman. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The text on the card clearly identifies the business as a "Gentleman Furnisher" and notes its location as being "Opposite Public Landing." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austen's Forest Flower Cologne, sold by L. W. Levy in Charleston, West Virginia. The front of the card is dominated by a large, elaborate illustration of the cologne bottle and flowers. The back of the card features three advertisements for other merchants in different locations. The first advertises a shoe store. The second advertises a dry goods store, and the third advertises a clothing store.

Billhead from B. Feldman & Co., located at 350 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated March 23, 1888, and includes the names of Feldmann, B. and Teskey, R. It is printed on lithographed stationery.

Trade card advertising Traver Kid Gloves by Jager Bros. in Charlestown, South Carolina. The card features an illustration of a well-dressed woman. The reverse side contains a full advertisement for Traver Kid Gloves. Circa 1885.

Issue of the Charleston Daily Courier newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on July 9, 1862. Pages 2 and 3 feature advertisements by Tobias, A. L.; Solomon, A. L.; Goldsmith, Moses; and Dr. P. Melvin Cohen. Dr. Cohen's advertisement promotes liver and stomach bitters. The issue also includes a letter by Judah P. Benjamin regarding the Confederacy's stance on neutral cotton.

A commercial letter dated June 4, 1881, from S. Strauss & Co., distillers and wholesale liquor dealers in Charleston, West Virginia, to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company in Rheims, New York. The letter's content is brief.

A commercial letter dated May 11, 1882, from S. Strauss & Co., distillers and wholesale liquor dealers, to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company. The letter was written on high-quality watermarked stationery and discusses business matters. The letter originated in Charleston, West Virginia and was sent to Rheims, New York.

A three-page letter written on February 9, 1818, by Dr. Elias Marks of Charleston, South Carolina, to Cornelius E. De Puy of New York, New York. The letter discusses the recent yellow fever epidemic in Charleston and various theories regarding its causes.

Handwritten manumission document granting freedom to a slave named Peter in Charleston, South Carolina on March 11, 1807. The document includes multiple signatures, and is a copy of the original, indicating Peter's ownership of the document. The text is written on both sides of the paper.

Demand note dated March 15, 1855, against David Lopez. The note includes a notation that a letter was left at Lopez's residence because he could not be reached personally. The reverse of the note shows what appears to be a satisfaction of debt by P. M. Cohen and Company dated January 11, 1856. The note relates to financial dealings involving David Lopez, P. M. Cohen, J. W. Brownfield, and the Bank of the State of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.

Business card of John McQueen, listing Moise as a reference. Charleston, South Carolina. Dated December 23, 1872. Accompanied by a letter from McQueen to his son and a letter to his daughter.

Shipping record documenting merchandise shipment from T. I. Tobias in New York, New York to Charleston, South Carolina on September 29, 1835. Printed by Solomon H. Jackson at 163 Chatham Street, New York.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, dated April 12, 1836, detailing the shipment of finished copper from New York, New York to Charleston, South Carolina. The record provides insight into the business operations of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing firm.

A letter written by Sol. D. Epstin, Attorney and Counsellor at Law in Columbia, South Carolina, to Simons & Simons in Charleston, South Carolina, on July 12, 1876. The letter pertains to the case of M. David, a creditor of P. Lyons.

Billhead from Cohen & Triest, importers and dealers in dry and fancy goods, silks, laces, and embroideries, located at 248 King St., Charleston, S.C. Dated April 1, 1888. The bill lists the purchase of one buggy blanket for $7 by J. L. Capplerman. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead from Hirsch, Israel & Co., a clothing store at 273 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead lists a purchase of “2 doz. Gloves” and “4 Silk Handkerchiefs” for the amount of $2.20 on July 12, 1889. The billhead features an image of a building with a sign reading 'Clothing Palace' with ornate lettering. The style is consistent with other business billheads of the period.

Stock transfer receipt for shares of the capital stock of the Charleston Gas Light Company, signed by Joshua Lazarus on October 22, 1858. The receipt shows a transfer of shares and indicates that Lazarus was president of the company. Each share of stock was valued at $25.00. The receipt is in excellent condition as it was kept in the original certificate of shares book.

Stock receipt for one share of capital stock in the Charleston Gas Light Company. Issued on November 4, 1859, to Benjamin Dores Lazarus. The receipt indicates that one share of stock was valued at $25.00 at that time.

Bill from Kohn, Furchgott & Benedict, importers and dealers in Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods, Cloaks, Shawls, Hosiery, Notions, and Ribbons, located at No. 275 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead lists items purchased by J. D. Appleman, including 21 1/2 blankets and 29 1/2 matting. The billhead also indicates that the company has additional locations in Jacksonville, Florida and New York City. The date of the transaction is December 31, 1885. The billhead has decorative elements including a border around the company name.

Billhead from Hirsch, Israel & Co., a retail clothing company located at No. 291 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina, advertising itself as “The Largest Retail Clothing House in the City.

Lease agreement between D. H. Tobias & Co. and Muckenfuss & Son for a storefront located at 139 East Bay Street in Charleston, South Carolina, dated October 1, 1879. The document details the terms of the lease.

Stock transfer sheet for nine shares of the capital stock of the Charleston Gas Light Company, signed by Joshua Lazarus on November 15, 1858. The document details the transfer of shares and indicates that Joshua Lazarus was president of the Charleston Gas-Light Company. Additional dates mentioned are November 9th and 22nd, 1858.

Promissory note dated January 2, 1854, in Charleston, South Carolina. The note is for $1800 payable by Bella Phillips, Emma Lazarus, and Adeline Lazarus to Henry A. Mullings. B. Lazarus signed as a witness. The reverse of the note indicates it was paid off by Joshua Lazarus.

Stock receipts for five shares of capital stock in the Charleston Gas Light Company, signed by Isaac B. Cohen and dated November 28, 1859. The receipts also detail the transfer of shares.

This letter, dated November 6, 1883, is from David B. Falk and I. M. Falk of Falk, Hirsch & Co. in Charleston, South Carolina, to I. W. Hirsch. It details the amicable dissolution of the firm Falk, Hirsch & Co. The letter is on illustrated letterhead and is signed by both Falks. The letterhead indicates the business was located at 291 King St., Charleston, S.C., and closed on Saturdays.

Letter written by J. J. Klein to Moses Goldsmith & Son on December 30, 1874, concerning business matters related to the Charleston and Savannah Railroad. The letter, written on letterhead, originated in Waterboro, South Carolina and was addressed to Charleston, South Carolina. An envelope is also included in this archival record.

Legal document detailing a land transaction where David Daniel Cohen sold land from his plantation, Soldiers Retreat, in Charleston, South Carolina on January 1, 1855. The document includes information about the buyer, David W. Lamb, and specifics of the property.

A half-sheet letter from Levy & Katzman, located at 122 Duane Street, New York City, to Simons & Cappelman in Charleston, South Carolina, dated January 7, 1887. The letter pertains to ladies' and gentlemen's hand-sewn boots.

A half-sheet billhead/letterhead from the firm of Breslauer, Moses & Co., dated December 17, 1883. The letter was sent from Georgetown, South Carolina, and the recipient was Simons & Cappelman. The letterhead features an illustration.

A payment assignment document dated December 7, 1869, in Charleston, South Carolina. Alexander Hezekiel Abrahams, his son Adolphus Hezekiel Abrahams, and Theodore H. Abrahams bind themselves to E.W.M. Mackey, Sheriff of Charleston County, for $9,666.00, payable in two installments with interest. Sheriff Mackey assigns portions of the bond to Hannah Enston and James E. Walker. An attached section shows A.H. Abrahams' payment to Stephen Thomas on June 7, 1870.

Handwritten legal report from a railroad lawyer to the President of the South Western Railroad Bank in Charleston, South Carolina, dated February 1, 1855. The report details judgments obtained against several individuals, including Isaac N. Cardozo, Jacob N. Cardozo, and Michael Lazarus, noting that these judgments remain 'Unsettled'.

Broadside outlining the terms of gas service provided by the Charleston Gas Light Company. Signed in print by Joshua Lazarus, President and founder of the company. The broadside is 5" x 7.5" and comprises three pages folded from a single sheet. Published in Charleston, South Carolina, circa 1850.

One-page letter written on December 27, 1867, by Charles Henry Moise to the law firm of Simons & Simons in Charleston, South Carolina. Moise requests information to aid in preparing his application to Union General Canby.

Autograph letter signed by Asher D. Cohen, written in Charleston, South Carolina on February 11, 1879. The letter, measuring approximately 5 1/2 by 9 1/4 inches, pertains to legal matters. Cohen (1838- ), a Charleston native, served in the cavalry and on Sullivan's Island during the Civil War and later became a prominent member of the Charleston bar.

Five-page legal document detailing a post-marital settlement between J.R. Solomons and Rebecca Solomons of Charleston, South Carolina. Drafted and signed by T. Moultrie Mordecai on August 16, 1875. The agreement outlines the distribution of J.R. Solomons' property, including real estate and personal belongings, to Rebecca Solomons. Measures approximately 10 x 15 inches when unfolded and 4 x 10 inches when folded. Some pages exhibit light staining and minor tears.

A one-page letter dated November 30, 1846, written by Michael Lazarus from Charleston, South Carolina, to C. P. Relf in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter discusses cotton and rice market prices, offering bids and asks, and speculating on future cotton prices. The letter was written on the integral leaf of a stampless cover.

Invoice from H. H. DeLeon, a broker, auctioneer, and commission agent located at No. 24 Broad Street, Charleston, South Carolina. Dated March 24, 1887. The billhead features a decorative border and a stylized company logo. The document likely represents the purchase of bonds or other securities by T. G. Summons, who is named at the top of the billhead, from H. H. DeLeon. The transaction value appears to be $100 for 478/32nds.

Billhead from L. Weiskopf, located at 325 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead, dated February 19, 1875, details a sale of lamp oil. L. Weiskopf is mentioned in Jewish marriage notices.

This business card advertises B. Feldmann & Co., grocers, located at 350 King Street in Charleston, South Carolina. The front of the card is simple and features the business name, type of business, and address printed neatly. The card appears to be a standard business card format, small and rectangular. The image shows text only; no illustrations or decorative elements are present. The back of the card is blank.

Invoice from McDuff Cohen, a dealer in tinware, stoves, grates, house furnishing goods, and other items located at 130 Meeting Street, opposite Pavilion Hotel, Charleston, South Carolina. Dated January 1, 1869. The invoice is for “3 1/2 lbs Sheet Iron,” “Repairs to Stove” and “Setting up panner” purchased by Col. Nichols. The invoice is handwritten, and the billhead has a printed header featuring a drawing of a stove, a company address and details, ornate lettering, and a line of decorative dots under the business information.

A letter dated July 6, 1852, from John Wagner to Mordecai & Co. in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter, which is a broadside with a cover from the M.C. Mordecai Co., discusses coal for their steamship Isabel bound for Cuba. The broadside also lists the signatures of agents of Mordecai & Co., including Moses Cohen Mordecai, J.R. Mordecai, Isaac Eger Hertz, and J.A. Enslow.

A financial record from H. H. DeLeon, Broker, in Charleston, South Carolina, dated April 3, 1883. The document includes a letter to a client and a receipt. DeLeon's business involved bonds, stocks, coupons, and real estate. A note indicates the business was "CLOSED ON SATURDAY."

This billhead belongs to J. L. David & Bro., a clothing, furnishings, and hatters business located at 301 and 303 King Street in Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated July 2, 1885, and lists a purchase made by J. D. Cappleman. The item purchased is likely a coat. The billhead features a decorative banner with the name of the business, the address, and a list of services offered. The billhead is printed on light-colored paper with a ruled grid layout. It is filled in by hand with cursive script. The handwritten portion of the billhead is dated June 17, 1885, suggesting a period of time between purchase and payment. The billhead is a good example of a business document from the late 19th century. It provides details about the business, the transaction, and the buyer.

Invoice from Lewis Elias, dealer in boots, shoes, and trunks, located at 368 King Street, corner of George, Charleston, South Carolina. Dated January 20, 1885. The billhead includes a drawing of a boot. The buyer appears to be J. H. Dautzler. The bill lists a total amount of $6.42.

Billhead for The Charleston Dental Depot, located at No. 263 King Street, Opposite Hasel Street, Charleston, S.C. Dated January 1, 1874. The billhead is for a purchase made by Alexander & Bland, and indicates that they bought dental plaster for the sum of $0.00. The billhead notes that gold foil scraps and old gold plates will be taken in payment for materials, at the best price. It also includes information on ordering goods and how to send payment, including the option of paying by mail, express, or in person. The billhead also notes that the dental depot offers a variety of services and goods, including dental chairs, cabinets, and instruments. The billhead is printed on a plain white paper with black ink. The layout is simple and clear, with a border around the edges and a centered title at the top.

Billhead from Mrs. M. J. Zernow, located at No. 315 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The business is described as a ‘Fashionable Millinery and Fancy Goods Establishment’ and advertises “A Full Line of Modern Styles of Corsets at the Lowest Prices, Always on Hand.” The bill, dated September 30, 1890, lists a purchase by Carrie Marks. The billhead is printed with an ornate Victorian-style design.

Invoice from L. Weiskopf, an importer and dealer of paints, colors, oils, varnishes, glues, brushes, and window, picture, and carriage glass. The bill is for two quarts of ‘Bosh Lamp oil’ (a likely misspelling of ‘Bohemian Lamp oil’) and is dated September 22, 1876. The billhead features a logo of a barrel with a stylized “L. WEISKOPF, PURE LINSEED OIL” printed on it. The billhead lists a variety of other items for sale including French Glass Shades, Gold and Metal Leaf, Bronze Powders, and Udell Patent Excelsior Stepladders. The printed header has bold, decorative lettering and the business address is located in the bottom left corner.

Bill of sale for the purchase of an enslaved girl, Marie Frances, by Rebecca M. Canter from Jacob Hule, Jr. in Charleston, South Carolina on June 1, 1843. The document details the sale and transfer of ownership of the enslaved person for three hundred dollars.

Receipt or letter documenting the sale of 20 shares of stock for Rudolph Sieling, as trustee, by H. H. DeLeon on April 15, 1880, in Charleston, South Carolina. The letterhead indicates that the business, H. H. DeLeon, Bonds, Stocks, Coupons, Gold, Bank Notes and Real Estate Bought and Sold, was closed on Saturdays. The document measures approximately 6 x 9 1/2 inches.

Legal document granting power of attorney from Morris A. Tynberg to Nathan Zemansky to represent him in a lawsuit against P. Lyons & Co. in Charleston, South Carolina. The document was signed by Joseph B. Nones, Commissioner of South Carolina in New York, on May 17, 1866. It includes a blue 50-cent revenue stamp.

Bill of exchange for $444, written in Charleston, South Carolina on August 9, 1793, payable to Abraham Sasportas from Edmond Charles Genet, French Ambassador to the United States. The bill is endorsed on the verso by Abraham Sasportas. This document is a significant piece of Judaica Americana, highlighting the commercial activities of Abraham Sasportas, a prominent Jewish merchant in Charleston known for his trade with France and his later dealings with James Madison regarding British privateering.

Two-page business letter from Abraham Tobias & Co. in Charleston, South Carolina to Tobias I. Tobias in New York, New York, dated October 8, 1836. The letter details business matters including a wine shipment, the cholera epidemic, cloth materials, and a draft on books. It concludes with a note from D. C. Levy expressing gratitude for hospitality in New York City.

A one-page letter, approximately 8-1/4" x 7-1/4", dated December 27, 1843, from David Cardoza Levy in Charleston, South Carolina to T. I. Tobias in New York City. The letter discusses a business matter involving a draft for three hundred dollars and mentions future account statements. The letter has a Charleston, S.C. postmark and a manuscript "25" rate.

A half-page letter written by David Cardoza Levy in Charleston, South Carolina, to Tobias I. Tobias in New York City on September 24, 1845. The letter discusses a $503.75 demand note drawn on the Union Bank (NYC), the sale of champagne and tea, and Levy's instructions to Tobias not to send more goods due to slow business. Levy also sends regards to Tobias's brother.

A one-page, stampless letter written by Joseph L. Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina, to his brother Henry Tobias in New York City on August 18, 1846. Joseph requests that Henry purchase coils of rope, specifying dimensions, and sends regards to Henry's wife.

A one-page letter written by David Cardoza Levy in Charleston, South Carolina to Tobias I. Tobias in New York City on September 4, 1840. Levy requests Tobias forward a letter to Bordeaux, France, and discusses the business of selling port wine, gin, and champagne. He also expresses condolences on the death of Tobias's daughter-in-law.

A two-page legal document dated March 14, 1874, from Charleston, South Carolina. It details a lawsuit filed by I. Evans Britton against Otto A. Moses for an unpaid invoice. The document is signed by Otto A. Moses and references the Charleston Republican.

Autograph letter signed by Dr. Aaron Lopez of Charleston, South Carolina, dated December 10, 1839, reporting on the health of "the boy Samuel" to Colonel J. G. Moses at the Charleston Hotel. The letter discusses Samuel's health and lack of information regarding his parents, hinting at the possibility that Samuel was an enslaved individual whose health was being assessed for a potential buyer. The letter also mentions a deed held in the Secretary of State's office in Charleston, South Carolina.

This archival item consists of a letter written by Asher D. Cohen to Brauley & Burnwell on May 8, 1882, in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter pertains to legal matters. It was likely written from Cohen's law office at 94 Broadway.

Legal document detailing a lawsuit filed by William McDonald against Samuel and Solomon Levy in Charleston, South Carolina on April 5, 1798. The suit concerns an unpaid debt of approximately £82.4.9 (converted to $705) for goods and merchandise purchased on April 10, 1797. The document includes the original complaint, filing information, and a record of payment made by the Levy brothers on April 5, 1798. The document is a single sheet of paper, approximately 12.5 x 15.625 inches, with some edge damage.

This is the second edition of Miller's Planters' and Merchants' Almanac, published in Charleston, South Carolina in 1828 for use in 1829. Calculated by Joshua Sharp, it provides a calendar, including a section dedicated to Jewish holidays for the year 5589. The almanac also contains various information relevant to planters and merchants in South Carolina and Georgia, such as details on government officials, the South Carolina College, banks, insurance companies, the post office, the South Carolina Railroad, foreign coin values, fire companies, a gardener's calendar, steamboat rates, roads, and an advertisement for Clements Ferry. It also includes agricultural information, pilot details for Charleston harbor, and pilotage rates.

This is the third edition of Miller's Planters' and Merchants' Almanac for the year 1844. Calculated by David Young, it's designed for the states of Carolina and Georgia. In addition to the typical astronomical and agricultural information found in almanacs, this edition includes a calendar of Jewish Fasts and Festivals for the year 5604, lists of important government officials in South Carolina and the Federal Government, details on Charleston's civic institutions (including the Police, Custom House, and South Carolina College), as well as information on banking, insurance, the post office, and the South Carolina Railroad, freight rates, and a gardener's calendar. Published and sold by A.E. Miller in Charleston, South Carolina.

Shipping record documenting the shipment of wine from T. I. Tobias in New York to A. Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina, on September 9, 1835. Printed by Solomon H. Jackson at 163 Chatham Street, New York.

Shipping record documenting the shipment of wine from T. I. Tobias in New York, New York to Charleston, South Carolina on October 13, 1835. Printed by Solomon H. Jackson at 163 Chatham Street, New York.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers in Charleston, South Carolina to New York, New York, dated April 12, 1836. The record pertains to the shipment of finished copper.

Statement of account from Simons Brothers, a business in Charleston, South Carolina, for J. B. Waring. Dated January 1, 1855. The statement lists a variety of items purchased by Dr. Waring, including flour, vinegar, molasses, soap, bitters, Rio coffee, lard, segars, lobsters, pickles, butter, raisins, figs, cheese, beef, and more. The total amount owed is $374.53. The billhead is written in cursive script, and is approximately 7 by 17 inches.

Issue of the Charleston Mercury newspaper published in Charleston, South Carolina on January 17, 1863. The newspaper contains advertisements from Samuel Hart, Jacob Cohen, and A.L. Tobias.

Legal document dated December 5, 1866, concerning a debt owed to the New York firm John M. Davis & Co. by B. Foley of Charleston, South Carolina. The document is notarized by South Carolina Commissioner Joseph B. Nones. Two documents are glued together at the top. The document measures 10 x 8 1/2 inches.

Receipt for corporation tax issued by the City of Charleston, South Carolina on July 27, 1850. The receipt is signed by H. H. DeLeon, City Treasurer. Measures 5 1/2 x 3 1/4 inches.

This pamphlet contains the text of an oration delivered by Henry Laurens Pinckney on July 4, 1833, in Charleston, South Carolina, before several prominent organizations including the State Rights & Free Trade Party, the State Society of Cincinnati, the Revolution Society, the '76 Association, and the State Volunteers. Published by request, the oration commemorates the 57th anniversary of American independence and reflects on the recent Nullification Crisis. Myer M. Cohen, a prominent Charleston Jew and chairman of the Committee of the '76 Association, is mentioned. The speech defends State Rights advocates against accusations of opposing the federal government.

One-page letter written by Thomas Jefferson Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina, to T. I. Tobias in New York City on September 11, 1850. The letter discusses overdue payments, wine shipments, and mentions Mrs. Lazarus and the recent arrival of "the boy".

A one-page letter written by Horace E. Baldwin in Charleston, South Carolina, to Charles Tobias in New Orleans, Louisiana, on March 11, 1851. Baldwin discusses a visit to New Orleans with his sister Mary, his travels to New York City after visiting Cuba, and requests that Tobias hold a $1,000 note for two months. Baldwin was a partner in the firm Taylor, Baldwin and Co. in Newark, New Jersey, before moving to New Orleans in 1842, and appears to have remained there until 1853.

Two-page letter from Thomas Jefferson Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina to T. I. Tobias in New York City, dated August 11, 1851. The letter discusses a wine order, including cask specifications, and congratulates T. I. Tobias on a new grandchild. Family news and affections are also included. Thomas Jefferson Tobias (1830-1878) was married to a member of the Hendricks family, a family with connections to the Cohens and Levys of Charleston, who were also involved in the wine trade.

This archival item consists of a letter and its accompanying envelope from the dry goods and notions firm Goldbarth & Strauss, located at 236 Kanawha Street in Charleston, West Virginia, to Henry C. Wysor in Dublin, Virginia. The letter is dated July 5, 1889. The contents of the letter are not specified in the provided metadata.

Commercial letter from Henry Levy & Son, importers of fancy goods located at 122 & 124 Duane Street, New York, New York, to A. W. Eckel in Charleston, South Carolina, dated February 1, 1878. The letter contains commercial content.

A one-page letter dated July 10, 1849, from J. S. Cohen in Charleston, South Carolina, to Tobias Isaac Tobias in New York City. The letter discusses a shipment of wine arriving from Madeira aboard the brig Caroline and the necessary procedures for its delivery and forwarding. Cohen details communication with the charterer, Mr. Wm. Depew, and the importance of the bill of lading.

Certificate from the Charleston County, South Carolina Court of Common Pleas, dated July 22, 1869, attesting that there are no unsatisfied money decrees against Marx E. Cohen. The document is signed by A. C. Richmond.

Billhead from Louis Cohen & Co., dealers in foreign and domestic dry goods, notions, and fancy goods, with a specialty in ladies' underwear. The business was located at 248 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated October 2, 1884. The bill includes an itemized list of transactions, likely for cloth or fabric. The bill is paid by the News and Courier Co. and annotated with a payment for 'cover for new press'. The billhead is adorned with an elegant illustration of a woman in a corset and includes the caption 'The Perfect Contour Corset' underneath the image. The billhead has a simple design with a basic header and ornate lettering.

Billhead from Lazarus & Smith, a hardware, cutlery, and guns business located at the corner of King and Hasell Streets in Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated November 21, 1884.

A single-page letter written and signed by Aaron Moise on October 6, 1828, from the Courier Office in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is addressed to Major J.H. Cook, U.S. Army, in Washington, D.C., confirming the discontinuation of Charleston Courier subscriptions for officers of the 6th U.S. Infantry Regiment in St. Louis, Missouri, upon expiration of their 18-month subscription. The letter was written by Moise on behalf of A.S. Willington, editor and co-founder of the Charleston Courier.

A one-page letter, dated October 17, 1844, from Samuel Nathan Hart of Charleston, South Carolina to William Jessop & Sons in New York City. Hart encloses a check for payment on an invoice for steel from 1842 and explains the delay in payment. The letter features a Charleston, S.C. postmark and a red "25" rate handstamp.

Partially printed bill of sale, 8 x 13.25 inches, Charleston, South Carolina, March 4, 1847. Documents the sale of an enslaved woman named Chloe by Solomon Davis to Mary Kennedy for $430.00. The verso records the subsequent sale of Chloe by Kennedy to Henry Willis for $275.00 on September 1, 1847, with Thomas W. Mordecai witnessing the transaction as an officer of the court. This bill of sale highlights the involvement of Jewish slave traders in the American South.

Manuscript invoice detailing the expenses of B. H. Jacobs incurred on behalf of the estate of A. McRae on January 8, 1842, in Charleston, South Carolina. The invoice primarily lists shipping-related costs and includes a charge of $1.00 for "dinner for Negros." B. H. Jacobs may have been part of a prominent Jewish family in Charleston and served as an agent for Holmes & Co. at the wharf. The invoice suggests the shipment of slaves and other goods from Jacksonville, Florida to Charleston for the McRae estate.

A one-page, stampless business letter written by W. Hendricks Levy in Charleston, South Carolina, to Hendricks & Brothers in New York, New York, on February 12, 1843. The letter pertains to the purchase of copper coin.

Two-page letter from Reverend Henry S. Jacobs in Charleston, South Carolina, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated January 11, 1860. Jacobs discusses the proceedings of the newly inaugurated Hebrew Orphan Asylum in Charleston and a disagreement at a convention. He also mentions collecting $500 for distressed brethren.

Bond dated January 10, 1860, for a loan of $6,500 (equivalent to $188,000 in 2019) to Sarah (Hertz) Nathans, Executrix of the Estate of Nathan Nathans, from George W. Airmar and Charles P. Airmar, pharmacists and doctors in Charleston, South Carolina. The loan was to be repaid in five equal annual installments of $1,300 plus interest, beginning January 10, 1861, and concluding March 15, 1866. The bond bears the signatures of Sarah Nathans and S. S. Solomons, and includes a U.S. revenue stamp. Nathan Nathans was a prominent Charleston merchant and a founding member and trustee of Shearith Israel Synagogue.

This collection comprises 24 miscellaneous letters from the Tobias family archive, spanning the years 1843-1865. The letters, written between various members of the Tobias family and their associates, discuss personal and business matters, including family health, shipping, money issues, and general news. Geographic locations mentioned include Liverpool, England; New York, New York; Charleston, South Carolina; Boston, Massachusetts; Paris, France; and Cheltenham, England. Addresses mentioned in the letters include Board Street, New York, NY; 29 Nassau Street, New York, NY; Bleecker Street, New York, NY; Broad Street, New York, NY; and 38 Harley Street, London, England. The collection provides insight into the lives and business dealings of a Jewish merchant family in the mid-19th century.

Letter written by Anthony Wayne from Charleston, South Carolina on July 29, 1785, concerning a judgment in Chester, South Carolina. The letter references other related documents in this collection.

This trade card advertises May Brothers, a dry goods and clothing store located at 214 & 216 Front Street in Charleston, West Virginia. The card's design is simple. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/f2262799-750b-4b12-862f-b048abfa8559%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) clearly displays the store's name, merchandise (Dry Goods, Notions, Clothing, &c.), and street address. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/a274c8bc-9290-4bd2-8971-9d8124ba8358%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is blank. The card is associated with the trustees of the Hebrew Educational Society (1884-1885).

Commercial letter from Jelenko & Bro., a dry goods store in Charleston, West Virginia, to Thomas R. Brown. Dated August 8, 1884. The letter mentions a location on Front Street near Summer Street in Charleston, WV, and references business dealings possibly in Kentucky.

A one-page letter written by Benjamin Dores Lazarus in Charleston, South Carolina, on November 1, 1847, to S. Hutchins & Co. in Providence, Rhode Island. Lazarus requests the collection of money owed to his brother, Michael Lazarus, and instructions for remittance.

Receipt documenting the sale of two enslaved individuals, Scott (approximately 28 years old) and Antoinette (approximately 24 years old), for $2,500. Dated May 10, 1858, the receipt was issued by Benjamin Mordecai, a prominent Charleston slave trader, to T.B. Taylor. The receipt guarantees the health and freedom from claims of the enslaved individuals. The document is signed by Benjamin Davis. It measures 4" x 8".

This trade card advertises Philip Frankenberger, a clothier in Charleston, West Virginia. The front of the card displays text indicating that Frankenberger is a "One Price Clothier." The image shows text but it is illegible. The back of the card is blank. A second image is available, but the description of its contents is not included in the provided metadata.

Four-page letter written on April 14, 1787, by Samuel Sterett, a Baltimore merchant, to General Mordecai Gist in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter discusses business interests, financial problems in Maryland, figures from the American Revolution and government, and alludes to the first case docketed with the United States Supreme Court. The letter mentions Major David Salisbury Franks' return from confidential negotiations connected with the Treaty of Peace and Commerce.

Billhead from Strauss, Vances & Co., located at 130 Meeting Street, Charleston, South Carolina, dated April 15, 1867. The billhead lists several individuals associated with the company: M. Strauss, J. K. Vance, J. C. Vance, E. J. Wise, Thos. Mahon, and D. Louis.

Commercial letter dated February 26, 1875, from Kalisky & Goldbarth, a general merchandise firm in Camden, South Carolina, to T. Moultrie Mordecai, a lawyer in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter concerns a debt and requests an extension of two weeks.

A commercial letter dated September 25, 1880, from S. Strauss & Co., Bourbon & Rye Whiskey distillers and wholesalers in Charleston, West Virginia, to Ben Baer in Rheims, New York. The letter mentions warehouses in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Lawrenceburg, Kentucky; and Augusta County, Virginia.

Envelope addressed to Tobias Hendricks in Charleston, South Carolina, postmarked June 10, 1860. The envelope features a red handstamp advertisement for Mordecai & Co., steamship agents in Baltimore and Charleston. The envelope contains no internal contents.

A stampless business letter dated February 13, 1845, from Abraham Tobias in Charleston, South Carolina, to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York. The letter discusses business matters, including a reference to a $500 check and mentions a delay in mail delivery. Abraham Tobias was a prominent Charleston merchant and civic leader.

A business letter written by H. H. DeLeon, a broker in Charleston, South Carolina, to Annie Lena Wannamaker on April 26, 1880. The letter appears to be a receipt or communication related to financial transactions. The letterhead indicates that H. H. DeLeon conducted business in bonds, stocks, coupons, and real estate. A note on the letter indicates the business was closed on Saturdays.

One-page autograph letter signed "J.M. Seixas" dated November 21, 1861, addressed to General Daniel Ruggles. The letter discusses the writer's inability to deliver an enclosed letter from General Gladden in person and mentions the St. Charles Hotel in Charleston, South Carolina. J.M. Seixas, a Charleston Jew, was sent to Wilmington, N.C. by the Confederate War Department to find blockade runners to keep the Southern supply line moving. He was later appointed a War Department Agent at Wilmington, North Carolina.

A patent medicine advertising broadside for G.W. Aimar's "Neurotic Oil" and "Pearl Cement," published in Charleston, South Carolina, during the 1860s. The broadside advertises Aimar's remedies for neuralgia, rheumatism, swellings, sprains, and for mending household items. Goodrich, Wineman & Co. are listed as wholesale druggists.