Geography: Easton

This is a program from a performance at Able's Opera House in Easton, Pennsylvania, on January 7, 1887. The main performance was 'Jephthah and His Daughter.' The program also includes numerous advertisements for local businesses. Isaac Goldberg (or Goldsmith) is listed on the program.

Handbill announcing the opening of a new store for men's and boys' clothing by Jacob Levy in Easton, Pennsylvania, circa 1870. The broadside features details about the store's offerings and location.

This archival collection contains three legal documents related to the estate of Michael Hart, a prominent member of the early Jewish community in Easton, Pennsylvania. The documents include an official document calling witnesses (1809), sworn testimony of witnesses (1809), and an official notice to Jacob Hart (Michael's son) regarding the findings of arbitrators (1811). These documents provide insight into legal proceedings and the life of Michael Hart, who was born in 1738, died March 23, 1813, and was a significant figure in Easton's early Jewish community. In 1800, Michael deeded land to his son Jacob for a Jewish burial place, which later became part of Congregation Brith Sholom.

Three letters written by Michael Putzel to Isaac Leeser between May 1848. The letters discuss Putzel's request for a recommendation as a religious leader in Philadelphia, the transfer of a cemetery deed, and a request to publish a note in *The Occident*. These letters provide insight into the early years of Congregation Brith Sholom in Easton, Pennsylvania, and the activities of its members.

Three comical trade cards advertising Rosenfelt Bros., clothiers, located in Easton, Pennsylvania. The cards depict men being fitted for clothing. The cards are undated, but are estimated to be circa 1885. These are part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

This trade card advertises Jacob Mayer, a clothier located at the Southeast corner of Centre Square and Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design with roses. [Mayer was active in Jewish community affairs]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mrs. R. Tannenwald, located at 141 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card features a large illustration of Washington, D.C., with Indigenous people overlooking the city. The image highlights the development of the city and the relationship between early European settlers and Native Americans. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirshfield's, a clothing store in Easton, Pennsylvania, offering "Cheapest Clothing for Men and Boys." The front of the card showcases a comical black silhouette illustration, possibly depicting a scene titled "How Aunt Fussey Travels." The illustration's style suggests a humorous and lighthearted approach to advertising, aiming to attract customers with its eye-catching design. The text 'Next door to Tiger Hall' is also visible, providing a local landmark for customers to easily locate the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of boys playing hockey on the ice. The background shows a frozen lake, trees and a red barn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of men ice skating, possibly meant to evoke a sense of winter or leisure. The text on the card clearly states the business name, goods sold, and the street address. The words "First Attempt" are also visible, possibly indicating an early design or printing attempt. The back of the card is blank. There is a second image in this record but it is not described.

Trade card advertising Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of children on a sled, and the phrase "Clear the Track." It is estimated to be from circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods located at 144 Northampton St., Easton, PA. The front of the card features a lively illustration of an "Ice Boat Regatta." The scene is depicted with a wintery landscape and ice boats speeding across the frozen water. The image suggests a winter sporting event popular in the area and serves as an eye-catching element to draw attention to the business's advertisement. The text on the card clearly states the name of the business and its address. The back of the card is blank.

Set of five trade cards advertising Joseph Freeman, a fashionable merchant tailor located at 306 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. Each card features a black and white portrait of a different actress. The cards are undated but are estimated to date from circa 1885. The cards indicate that Freeman was a member of Temple in 1880. The collection includes cards featuring Louise Marie, Lillian Conway, Adelaide Neilson, Clara Morris and Mrs. John Wood.

This trade card for Seidel & Bloom, a general store located at 17 South 3rd Street in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of a young girl sleeping with a fan in her hand. She is wearing a nightgown and lying on a bed with pillows. The image suggests a sense of comfort and relaxation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hirshfield's in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children and a donkey at the beach. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of fun and family, suggesting that Hirshfield's offered goods suitable for children. The style of the illustration is consistent with late 19th-century imagery. Below the image, the text proclaims "Hirshfields...Cheapest in Easton." This suggests a focus on low prices and affordability. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Goldsmith, Jr., a clothier located at the corner of Centre Square and Third Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, white dog with a red collar sitting next to a pink rose. This image may be intended to represent a brand or product, although it is not clear what is being advertised. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirschfield's, a one-price clothing store located at the corner of 4th and Northampton Streets in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bluebird and a robin fighting over a branch. The back of the card is blank. The card is approximately 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches.

This trade card advertises Kaufmann & Goldsmith, clothiers located at 843 Hamilton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a striking image with multiple elements. A prominent illustration shows a Chinese man sitting atop a box or crate, seemingly associated with the advertisement. In the foreground, two boys are standing in front of a sign advertising a "Great Moral Exhibition." This suggests the card may have been distributed during or in conjunction with a community event. The back of the card is blank. A second image shows more text and potentially more imagery related to the advertisement.

Trade card advertising Jonas Levy's New York Clothing Co., located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card also depicts a boy sailing a toy boat. The card is undated, but based on other materials in the collection, it is likely from around 1895.

This die-cut trade card advertises Seidel & Bloom, a discount house located at 21 South Third Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized painter's palette and a small illustration of a girl standing in a snowy scene. The back of the card is blank.

Vellum deed documenting the sale of a twenty-foot-wide alleyway in Easton, Pennsylvania, on March 31, 1812. The sellers were John Penn, William Penn, and Juliana Catharine Penn, heirs of William Penn, represented by their attorney John R. Coates. The buyer was Jacob Hart. The deed includes the signatures of John Geyer, Mayor of Philadelphia, and witnesses Tobias Scheonheit and Frederick Beates. The document details the legal transfer of property from the Penn heirs to Jacob Hart.

Trade card for Jonas Levy's New York Clothing Co., located at 144 (handwritten correction from 116) Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a boy sailing a toy boat. The card is undated, but the donor suggested a date around 1895. The card is part of the Judaica Americana collection.

This trade card advertises Jonas Levy's New York Clothing Co., located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy sailing a boat with a bow and arrow, suggesting a sense of adventure and style associated with the clothing store. The card also includes hand-written information on the front indicating that the original location was 116 Northampton Street. The back of the card is blank.

Receipt signed by Abraham Hart for Jacob Hart & Co. of Easton, Pennsylvania, acknowledging payment of $7.50 from John Ewing for a barrel of superfine flour on January 22, 1810. Jacob and Abraham Hart were sons of Michael Hart, an early Jewish settler in Easton.

This trade card advertises L. Goldberg & Co., a clothing store located at 12 Centre Square in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of lilies. The text on the card proclaims the business as the "Largest Clothing House in Easton." The back of the card is blank. [Additional information about the business or the Goldbergs is not available].