Geography: Harrisburg

Letter from Code, Hopper & Gratz, manufacturers of gas meters and apparatus in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to General H. J. Biddle in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, dated May 24, 1861. The letter discusses the completion of 20,000 canteens and offers an additional 60,000 at the same price. The letter is written on the company's illustrated billhead. Robert H. Gratz's signature appears on the letter.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Intelligencer*, published in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on January 13, 1826. The clipping features an advertisement for J. I. Cohen Jr. & Brothers, a prominent Baltimore family, regarding the State Lottery of Maryland.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Intelligencer*, published in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on January 20, 1826. The clipping features an advertisement for J. I. Cohen Jr. & Brothers, a prominent Baltimore family, and mentions the State Lottery of Maryland.

Postcard depicting a Jewish synagogue with the Pennsylvania State Capitol building in the background. The postcard is undated, but based on architectural styles, it may date from the late 19th or early 20th century. The image shows the synagogue's exterior and is possibly located on Second Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertisement for the Excelsior Clothing House, owned by S. Friedlander, features two sides. The front of the card depicts a lovely basket of roses, likely chosen for its aesthetic appeal and associations with beauty and elegance. The back of the card (Image 2) contains the full advertisement, including prices and other details. The advertisement clearly states the business name and address: Excelsior Clothing House, 420 Market Street, Harrisburg. The style and colors of the card suggest it may have been produced in the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical scene at the seashore. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises E. Stern, offering ladies' and gents' custom clothing. The front of the card features a drawing of a vase of flowers, a common decorative element in trade cards of this era. Below the floral illustration, the text states the business name and services offered: "LADIES & GENTS CUSTOM WORK." The address, 333 Market Street, is also clearly visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a boy wearing a blue suit, standing in front of a brick wall with a raven perched on top. The card's background is pale green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Stern, a clothier located at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man holding a billboard with a red border. He is wearing a straw hat with a large plume and a brown suit. He is holding a stick in his right hand and has a surprised expression. The background of the card is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mrs. E. D. Klein as a retailer of Mme. Demorest's patterns. The front of the card features a predominantly red background adorned with a floral design. The back of the card displays the address: 8 S. Market Square. The image suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card shows the address.

A stampless folded letter written on March 15, 1836, from Henry Moore in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania to Daniel Aqueco in Beaver, Pennsylvania. The letter discusses the appointment of engineers for canal routes to Erie, mentioning individuals like Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Livermore. Moore also describes his meetings with Mr. Moss, a Philadelphia banker, and comments on the view from the Pennsylvania state capitol and upcoming political events.

Three-page letter written by Samuel Josephs, a Jewish legislator in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, to Moses A. Dropsie, a prominent Philadelphia lawyer and Jewish communal leader, from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on February 18, 1873. Josephs discusses a bill stalled in committee, mentioning opposition from parties interested in railroads and offering advice to Dropsie on ensuring its success. The letter provides insight into Jewish lobbying efforts concerning railroad legislation in Pennsylvania during this period.

A four-page letter (8 x 10 inches) written by S. Meylert of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to his nephew, Augustus Mailert, in Richmond, Virginia, on January 14, 1848. The letter details Meylert's success in farming, his land and livestock holdings, and investment opportunities, advising his nephew to consider similar ventures. It also includes comments on their Jewish heritage and expresses Meylert's desire to see his nephew again before his death.

Advertising bank note for the Auction Dry Goods Bank, located at 10 Market Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The note is signed by M. G. Einstein and is dated circa 1865.

This 16-page pamphlet, printed in Shiremanstown, Pennsylvania by John F. Weishampel, contains the proceedings of the State Temperance Convention held in Harrisburg on January 12 and 13, 1842. It includes an address to the people of Pennsylvania by the convention's president, Lewis C. Levin, who later served as a U.S. Congressman. The pamphlet is notable for its rarity; WorldCat lists only three copies.

This trade card advertises Thompson, Langdon & Co.'s patent glove-fitting corsets, sold by H. Cohen in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) likely features an illustration or design promoting the corsets. The back of the card (Image 2) details the corsets' features, highlighting their presence at the Philadelphia Centennial, Paris Exposition, and World's Fair. Specific corset types mentioned include abdominal, unbreakable hip, and nursing corsets. The back of the card is not blank.

Trade card advertising Elder & Tash, a clothing store located at 34, 36, & 38 North 3rd Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The card includes anti-Semitic language, specifically the phrase "no Jewing," in reference to their "One Price System". The card is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Sam'l Kuhn, a clothier located at 6 North Market Square in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl with large eyes, wearing a bonnet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Herman Marks, a clothier located at 339 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a child standing at a gate. The back of the card contains handwritten notes. [Information found via Google search indicates Herman Marks was active in both the Jewish and general business communities of Harrisburg.]

This trade card advertises Goldsmith's One Price Clothing House, located at 329 Market St., Harrisburg, PA. The front of the card features a puzzle design; a drawing of a young girl and the text "Find Game." The card is a promotional item likely intended to engage children while also promoting the business. The back of the card is blank.