Geography: Clayton

Billhead for L. Lilienstern & Co., a dealer in staple and fancy groceries, located in Clayton, Alabama. Dated May 19, 1882. The billhead lists a purchase of 1 bushel meal and 1 sack of flour. The buyer's name, Mr. Dr. Weems, and the total amount of $3.40 is recorded. A hand-written note indicates receipt of payment, and a signature of “L. Lilienstern & Co.” is included. The billhead includes a printed logo with an ornate script that says “Bought of L. Lilienstern & Co.” along with a business slogan, “Dealer in Staple and Fancy Groceries,” and the payment terms: “Terms Cash.”

Invoice from Parish & Lilienstern, dealers in dry goods, clothing, boots and shoes, hats, groceries, and general merchandise, located in Clayton, Alabama. Dated January 31, 1878. The bill lists a variety of items purchased by J. J. Whin, including 44/81 lbs of “By B/C” and 1 “Shrk” at 200 (likely a garment or fabric). The bill includes an itemized list of the transaction, with handwritten calculations, and a payment section with a signature for “Parish & Lilienstern” at the bottom of the bill.

Billhead from the Pollack Company, a wholesale and retail dry goods store in Montgomery, Alabama. The billhead features a detailed company logo with ornate lettering. The business address is listed as 14,16,18 & 20 Court Square, Montgomery, Alabama. This bill was issued to Mr. J. J. Winn, located in Clayton, Alabama, and likely lists an item or items purchased by Winn. The bill details the terms of the transaction: cash. It also lists the date of the transaction as March 12, 1892. The billhead also shows the Pollack Company's New York address at 21 Wooster St.