Geography: Columbus

Miniature ceramic jug featuring a stenciled advertisement: "Compliments of Max Sussman Columbus, Ohio. We don't keep our best whiskey but we sell it." Likely produced or distributed by Max Sussman in Columbus, Ohio, circa 1910.

Billhead from Sauls Brothers, manufacturers of Sauls' Automatic Ice Can Filler, located in Columbus, Georgia. Dated March 18, 1903. The bill is made out to Pittsburg Brewing Company of Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania. It lists an item purchased for 600 dollars, likely the 2-1 1/4 foot valves for the ice can filler. The billhead has a printed header with bold text and a company logo, along with a list of services and products provided by the company. The billhead states that Sauls Brothers manufactures largely, and can always ship promptly and guarantee satisfaction. The bill is signed by a representative of the company, and the payment is noted as paid on 4/1/1903.

Billhead for Pioneer Co-Operative Company, a wholesaler and retailer of dry goods, groceries, liquors, and other items, located in Columbus, Georgia. Dated March 21, 1882. The bill indicates a purchase of goods, likely from the Pioneer Co-Operative Company, by Leo H. Thompson. The billhead is an ornate, printed form, with a prominent graphic depicting the building where the company is located and a detailed listing of the items purchased and the amount.

A business letter dated August 25, 1885, from A. Lehmann & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter concerns the transmittal of funds. The letterhead features a large lithograph of a store.

Commercial letter written by L. Levy and I. Mincer of their dry goods store in Waxahachie, Texas, to Eagle & Phoenix & Co. in Columbus, Georgia, on January 17, 1887. The letter discusses commercial matters.

Commercial letter written by Simon Lewy, successor to S. Waxelbaum, of Eufaula, Alabama, to Alfred I. Young in Columbus, Georgia, on December 8, 1886. The letter is on Lewy's letterhead, advertising his business at 175 Broad Street, Eufaula, Alabama.

A commercial letter dated June 6, 1884, sent from Menken Brothers in Memphis, Tennessee to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter displays elaborate letterhead featuring a vignette. The content pertains to business matters. This letter is part of a larger collection spanning from 1864, showcasing the growth of the Menken Brothers' business.

A letter dated March 24, 1848, from Mark D. Clark to Col. Seaborn Jones in Columbus, Georgia. Clark suggests that Jones investigate old records and speak with prominent Savannah residents (Minis, DeLyon, Sheftalls, Copes, Eppinger, and Farins) to shed light on an estate matter.

This trade card advertises the City Rag Warehouse, owned by Hayman Brothers, located at 335, 337, and 339 East Friend Street, Columbus, Ohio. The card features a simple design with the business name in large lettering at the top and the address below. The design is predominantly white, with some text in black. [The Hayman Brothers were likely Jewish merchants in the city.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Leo Straus & Son, clothiers located in Columbus, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a scene of men fighting near an engine house. The text includes the phrase 'ANTI .IRISH' suggesting that the card was created in an era when anti-Irish sentiment was prevalent. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the Famous Boot and Shoe House, a shoe store owned by B. Goldstein. Located at 105 South High Street in Columbus, Ohio, the store is depicted on the back of the card. The front of the card features a humorous image of a chicken wearing a shoe with its head peeking out from the top. It is a whimsical illustration featuring simple linework and a muted color palette.

A letter written by D. Wolfson to M. Joseph on June 22, 1889, concerning a claim made by Kahn and Schloss. The letter references a legal matter and is addressed to M. Joseph, a dry goods and notions merchant in Columbus, Georgia. The letter's content is partially visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises Grossman's Ticket Office, located at 316 North High Street in Columbus, Ohio. The front of the card depicts children playing in the sand. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and lists the telephone number as 1057.

A commercial letter dated May 4, 1885, from Lehman, Stern & Co. (Successors to Lehman, Abraham & Co.) in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter discusses funds and mentions Lehman Bros. in New York City and Lehman, Durr & Co. in Montgomery, Alabama.

A letter dated December 10, 1886, from Lehman, Stern & Co. (successors to Lehman, Abraham & Co.) in Sumter, South Carolina, to Altamont Moses. The letter discusses funds and references Lehman Brothers in New York City and Lehman, Durr & Co. in Montgomery, Alabama. The letterhead indicates the company's address as Corner Gravier & Baronne Sts., Sumter, South Carolina.

A commercial letter written by Simon Lewy in Eufaula, Alabama, to Alfred I. Young on October 26, 1886, concerning an order for cloth from the Red Cash Store, successor to S. Waxelbaum. The letter references business transactions and the clothing trade.

A commercial letter dated June 8, 1885, from M. Levy & Sons in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Company in Columbus, Georgia. The letter concerns funds.

Commercial letter from Mendel, Rosenberger & Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio, to G. Gunby Jordan in Columbus, Georgia, dated July 17, 1884. The letter pertains to financial matters.

Billhead of M. Joseph, a jobber of dry goods and millinery, located at 87 & 88 Broad Street, Columbus, Georgia. Dated December 10, 1888. The bill was likely for a purchase of dry goods or millinery from M. Joseph, possibly by Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. The billhead features the business's name and address within a decorative banner and includes a note indicating that all remittances must be prepaid.

A business letter dated February 11, 1887, from Scheuer Brothers in Cartersville, Georgia, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter pertains to a request for cloth.

This letter, dated November 4, 1886, was sent from Jake W. Levy & Bro. in Sherman, Texas to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter concerns a transmittal of payment.

Commercial letter from B. Lowenstein & Bros., a dry goods store located at 242-246 Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee, to G. Gunby Jordan in Columbus, Georgia, dated March 11, 1884. The letter discusses business matters, likely related to dry goods.

A half-sheet letter from Lemle & Weil, wholesale and retail dealers in dry goods, hats, boots, shoes, clothing, and men's furnishings, located in Opelika, Alabama. The letter is dated February 4, 1884, and addressed to G. Gunby Jordan. The letterhead features the company's name and a description of its merchandise.

Bill from Jos. Gundersheimer & Sons, clothiers and gents' furnishers, located at Corner High and State Sts., American House Block, Columbus, Ohio. The bill was purchased by William A. Nayland, a guardian for M. M. Bowser, and is dated December 22, 1888. The billhead includes a hand-written list of goods, including shirts, underwear, a shirt, and collars, with prices and a total amount of $20.00. The billhead displays an ornate Victorian-style lettering and a decorative framed header section.

Confederate Post Office receipt for $1.11 in stamps for letters from Columbus, Mississippi to Madison Station, Mississippi, dated September 1, 1864. Issued by J. (Jacob) Isaacs, Postmaster. The receipt indicates the post office closed in 1950.

A two-page folio document, dated December 17, 1860, from the State of Georgia. This partly printed Civil War-era obligation bond details a military requisition for arms and accoutrements for the Resistance Light Artillery, a volunteer corps in Columbus, Georgia (75 men). The requisition is addressed to Governor Joseph E. Brown and signed by John R. Ivey, Captain Commanding. The bond is signed by Wiley N. Hutchins, Edwin W. Moise, William L. Salisbury, and John R. Ivey. The document is docketed on the verso by Governor Brown.

Billhead from Levy, Loeb, Scheuer & Co., wholesale dry goods merchants, dated September 24, 1885. The billhead indicates their New Orleans location at 82 Canal Street and mentions a transaction with the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia.

A one-page business letter dated January 22, 1886, from Samuel Cohn, Director of the Mechanics and Traders Bank of New York City (153 Bowery St.), to the Eagle & Phenix Savings Bank in Columbus, Georgia. Cohn transmits financial information and proposes a correspondent banking relationship between the two institutions. The letter is written on the letterhead of Samuel Cohn & Bro., 281 Grand Street, "East Side Agency for E.C. Burt Shoes."

One-page business letter from Cohn & Feibelman, manufacturers of jean clothing at 70 & 72 Common Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phoenix Savings Bank in Columbus, Georgia. The letter includes a check sent to the bank. Dated January 6, 1886.

A typed letter dated January 31, 1884, from Elsas, May & Co. in Atlanta, Georgia, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter addresses accusations of unfair pricing practices, and includes a list of the company's offices, including one in New York City at 43 Elm Street. The letterhead features a lithograph of the Southern Bag Manufactory.

A one-page business letter from M. Sabel & Sons, wool dealers located at 116 East Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. Dated May 5, 1883. The letter measures 6" x 9".

A business letter dated March 29, 1884, from Rosenthal Bros., wholesale clothiers located at 70 Canal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter includes banking instructions.

A business letter dated August 22, 1885, from M. Levy & Sons, cotton factors and merchants in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter pertains to a cotton order.

A commercial letter dated November 22, 1886, from Ed. Ikelheimer & Co. in Selma, Alabama, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letterhead features a large eagle logo with the inscription "founded 1844".

Letter from Ed. Ikelheimer & Co. in Selma, Alabama, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia, dated March 31, 1887. The letterhead features a large eagle logo with the text "founded 1844". The letter also mentions Nathan Kahn.

A business letter from Ed. Ikelheimer & Co. in Selma, Alabama, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia, dated March 31, 1887. The letterhead features a large eagle logo with "founded 1844". The letter also mentions Nathan Kahn.

A business letter dated June 26, 1885, from Rosenberg & Co., saddle and harness manufacturers located at No. 18 Broad Street, Selma, Alabama, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter measures 5.75" x 9".

A commercial letter written on April 29, 1885, on the billhead of D. Newman & Son, located at 14 & 16 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina. The letter mentions David Newman in New York City and Martin Newman in Wilmington, North Carolina. The letter is addressed to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. Established in 1857.

A handwritten billhead from M. Levy & Sons, cotton factors and commission merchants, located at 194 Gravier Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The bill is addressed to Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The billhead lists two invoice numbers, 698 and 698-X, from August 25th and September 16th, and details the transaction. The bill includes a handwritten notation that the amount is less 2%. The date of the billhead is September 18, 1885. The billhead also includes a stamp from the New Orleans Clearing House.

A business letter dated January 10, 1887, from Oberndorf & Allman in Selma, Alabama, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter discusses business matters and includes addresses for both companies: 1000 & 1002 Broad St., Selma, Alabama for Oberndorf & Allman.