Geography: Eureka

Billhead from B. BERG, dealer in Choice Family Groceries and Provisions. Dated December 25, 1886, in Eureka, Nevada. The bill lists several items purchased, likely groceries, by Mrs. M. Joseph. The billhead includes a handwritten message, and details of the business, including a statement that fruits, vegetables, butter and eggs are a specialty. The billhead displays minimal visual features, including simple text and a single stamp with the words 'Live and Dressed Poultry' in a circular frame.

Billhead for M. Karsky,

Billhead from B. BERG., a grocer and provisioner in Eureka, Nevada. Dated October 1, 1883. The billhead shows a purchase of a variety of items including melons, grapes, and bacon from the store by John Potter. The billhead is crudely printed. A hand-drawn, blue ink signature appears at the bottom of the bill, with the amount listed as “Paid $12.50.”

Billhead from M. Karsky's business in Eureka, Nevada, dated November 1, 1893. The billhead lists the business as being located in the M.J. Franklin Building on Main Street. The billhead suggests the business sold clothing, household supplies, and rugs and carpets.

Envelope addressed to W. J. Hooper, Secretary of Lodge 22, Eureka, Nevada, postmarked Virginia City, Nevada on November 27, 1895. The envelope features advertising for L. Guggenheim.

An addressed envelope postmarked Virginia City, Nevada on February 1, 1894, sent to John Gregovich, Secretary of Lodge 221 in Eureka, Nevada. The envelope contains advertising for L. Guggenheim.

Legal document detailing the naturalization process of Solomon Nathan. The document records Nathan's citizenship in Eureka, Nevada on August 1, 1874, and subsequent registrations in Maricopa, Arizona Territory (November 1878) and Shasta County, California (1886). The document suggests Nathan either owned a store or worked as a miner in each of these remote mining areas.

Commercial letter from S. Ashim & Bro., general merchandise dealers in Eureka, Nevada, to George Kingsley in Red Bluff, California, dated October 8, 1875. The letter details an order for merchandise.

Invoice from M. Karsky's White House Clothing Emporium, located at Main Street, M. J. Franklin's Building, Eureka, Nevada. Dated July 12, 1886, the bill is addressed to H. Jul and lists a purchase of several items, including a “Duck Hat,” “Jumpers,” “Overalls,” and a “White Shirt.” The billhead has a printed header with ornate lettering, details of the business address, and “Payable in U.S. Gold Coin.”

Billhead from Morris & Levy, importers and dealers in fancy and staple dry goods, carpets, oilcloth, and wall paper, located in Eureka, Nevada. The bill was purchased by P. Hjul on September 9, 1884. It includes a single line item of “Cassimer” and a handwritten price of $1.75. The billhead features a simple format with a bold, centered header and is printed on standard, white paper.

Billhead from Morris & Levy, dealers in fancy and staple dry goods, carpets, oil cloth, and wall paper, located in Eureka, Nevada. The billhead is dated October 9, 1884, and includes a handwritten entry for a transaction that totals $4.90. The billhead displays a handwritten signature by P. Hjul. The billhead has an ornate, handwritten header with a decorative frame.

Invoice from D. Nathan, a wholesale and retail dealer in men's, youths', and boys' clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, caps, boots, and shoes. Located at Main Street, next door to Paxton & Co's Bank in Eureka, Nevada. Dated October 18, 1883. The bill lists an itemized list of items purchased by Mary Sedgwick, including blankets, coats, overalls, and a lined coat. The billhead has an ornate printed header and vignette showing a man purchasing clothing from a store clerk, and the top of the billhead is torn off.

Bill from M. Karsky's San Francisco Clothing Store in Eureka, Nevada. Dated June 1, 1885. The bill indicates that it is payable in US gold coin. The transaction lists purchases of “Boyo Overalls” and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead is printed with ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Invoice from L. Siebenhauer & Co., manufacturers of Havana and Domestic Cigars, located at the corner of Sacramento and Battery Streets, San Francisco, California. Dated November 19, 1879. The bill is likely for a purchase of cigars by E. R. Dodge in Eureka, California. The billhead features a printed header with bold lettering and details the company's address and business. The bill also includes a check mark indicating payment.

Promissory note dated May 9, 1891, from John Potter to M. Scheeline in Eureka, Nevada. The note specifies payment in gold coin with 2% monthly interest. M. Scheeline was the founder of the Scheeline Bank and Trust in Reno, Nevada. This document reflects the financial landscape of Eureka, Nevada, a silver mining town.

Billhead for D. Nathan, successor to F. W. Clute, a wholesale and retail dealer in general merchandise. The billhead lists a purchase of “27 lbs. of flour” by “Samuel Oliver P/L” for a total of $3.70. Dated March 31, 1887. The billhead specifies that D. Nathan is an agent for the California Powder Company, selling blasting and sporting powder. The billhead includes a decorative border with a simple floral design.

Invoice from D. Nathan & Co., general merchandise, located in Eureka, Nevada. Dated July 31, 1894. This bill is for a balance due on a previous purchase, indicating that the buyer, P.H. Hjul, had an account with the business. The billhead features a decorative header section that includes an advertisement for blasting and sporting powder.

Invoice from D. Nathan & Co. for a purchase from the Eureka Public School, likely for supplies, goods, or services. The billhead details the transaction, listing the items or services purchased along with the quantities and prices. The billhead states that D. Nathan & Co. are a general merchandise establishment, selling blasting powder and other supplies. The billhead also notes that the business is located in Eureka, Nevada.