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Letter from Sarah Gratz to Joseph Gratz, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Hamburg, Germany, March 20, 1810

Letter from Sarah Gratz to Joseph Gratz, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Hamburg, Germany, March 20, 1810

A three-page letter written in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 20, 1810 by Sarah Gratz (1779-1817) to her brother Joseph Gratz in Hamburg, Germany. The letter provides family news, including the recovery of her ill sisters Rachael (1783-1823) and Frances (1771-1852). Sarah, as the eldest daughter living at home after the death of her mother in 1808, acts as the matriarchal head of the family. Her father was to die in 1811.

Trade Card for A. Friedlander & Co., Importers and Manufacturers of Cloaks, Suits & Mantles

Trade Card for A. Friedlander & Co., Importers and Manufacturers of Cloaks, Suits & Mantles

This trade card advertises A. Friedlander & Co., importers and manufacturers of cloaks, suits, and mantles. The front of the card showcases an elaborate, colorful graphic featuring stylized, Art Nouveau-inspired illustrations of women in various elegant garments. The illustrations are arranged around a central text panel that prominently displays the business name and slogan. The back of the card contains a lithograph image of a factory. It lists the business addresses in Boston and New York City as well as factory locations in Berlin, Germany, and Paris, France.

Collection of Letters from the Loeb Family of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Collection of Letters from the Loeb Family of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Collection of five handwritten letters, primarily in German with one in Yiddish, from the Loeb family of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letters span the 1860s and 1870s and include correspondence between family members and others, referencing locations in Germany including Ungstein and Koblenz. Also included is a letterhead from Ludwig Loeb of Philadelphia, PA, with a handwritten list of family birthdays.

Collection of Documents Related to Rabbi Bernard Felsenthal, Chicago, 1870s-1890s

Collection of Documents Related to Rabbi Bernard Felsenthal, Chicago, 1870s-1890s

Collection of approximately 20 documents related to Reform Rabbi Bernard Felsenthal, spanning the 1870s-1890s. Materials are primarily in English and German and include letters to and from Felsenthal, congregational reports from the Chicago Sinai Congregation, a eulogy for Abraham Lincoln, a contract for employment of a new rabbi, and newspaper clippings. Documents vary in size and condition. The collection provides insights into Felsenthal's rabbinical work, his views on Jewish law, and his involvement in community affairs in Chicago during this period. The collection also contains some materials related to his published works, such as articles and reviews.

Bill of Exchange from the Duke of Newcastle to Albert Nesbitt & Company, 1740 November 16

Bill of Exchange from the Duke of Newcastle to Albert Nesbitt & Company, 1740 November 16

Bill of Exchange, written on an approximately 19 x 15 cm sheet, dated November 16, 1740. The bill, drawn by the Duke of Newcastle (who became Prime Minister in 1754), instructs Albert Nesbitt & Company of London to pay Michael David five hundred pounds. The verso displays three endorsements in French and Dutch, indicating transfers between Michael David, Berend Heyman, Heen Eliaser, Samuel Levy, and David Levy. This document highlights the transnational financial activities of Jewish financiers, with connections to David Franks, a partner with Nesbitt & Company in supplying the British army during the French and Indian War.

Trade Card: E. Bissinger, Importer of Diamonds & Fine Jewelry, New York City

Trade Card: E. Bissinger, Importer of Diamonds & Fine Jewelry, New York City

This trade card advertises E. Bissinger, an importer of diamonds and fine jewelry, located at 182 Broadway in New York City. The front of the card features the business name and address in elegant typography, indicating the nature of their business. The back of the card is blank. [It is noted that E. Bissinger was active in Jewish affairs].

Collection of Eleven Letters to Mayer Sulzberger, 1876-1886

Collection of Eleven Letters to Mayer Sulzberger, 1876-1886

This collection comprises eleven letters addressed to Mayer Sulzberger between 1876 and 1886. The correspondents include family members, business associates, and friends, offering insights into Sulzberger's personal and professional life. Topics covered range from family matters and travel plans to business dealings and financial transactions. Several letters are written in Yiddish, while others are in English, German, and French. The collection also includes a postal order from the German International Post and letterhead from M. Muhr's Sons, Manufacturing Jewelers and Watchcase Makers, 629-631 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA and the Grand Hotel Mombrun & Du Casino, Vichy, France. The letters provide a glimpse into the daily life and social network of a prominent Philadelphia figure during the late 19th century. One letter from Samuel Hirsch is written on letterhead from 635 North 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA.