Geography: Nevada
Associated Items

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.

A letter dated March 3, 1888, from the Anglo-Californian Bank, Ltd. in San Francisco, California, to the Bullion & Exchange Bank in Carson City, Nevada. The letter explains the workings of the spot silver market and the reasons behind their lower silver price. Philip Lilienthal, founder of the Anglo-Californian Bank in 1873 (successor to J & W Seligman and Co. of London), is mentioned in the context of the letter.

A letter dated November 18, 1891, from Hirsh & Brother in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, requesting Wells Fargo Bank in Carson City, Nevada to collect on a draft. The letter includes the address 1309-1317 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A large, unfilled broadside outlining eighteen articles of agreement for the Sutro Tunnel Company related to the Comstock Lode in Nevada. Dated 1866. Includes biographical information on Adolph Sutro, the originator of the Sutro Tunnel.

This trade card advertises Roos Bro's, a clothing merchant located at 35 & 37 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a whimsical scene with elves sitting on top of coins. The back of the card includes details about the business, including its branch house location at 22 South C. Street in Virginia, Nevada. The card has a red border and an ornate design featuring a scrolling banner.

This trade card advertises Levy Brothers, clothing merchants in Nevada, Missouri. The front of the card features a comical depiction of a boat accident. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business.

Concurrent Resolution No. 70 of the Nevada State Senate, dated January 27, 1867, expressing gratitude to Adolph Sutro for his contributions to the planning and promotion of the Sutro Tunnel.

Billhead from September 2, 1876, issued by Heynemann & Co., dry goods merchants at 5 Sansome Street, San Francisco, California, and payable to N. S. Trowbridge & Co. of Tybo, Nevada. The billhead specifies payment in gold.

Billhead from Bachman Bros., importers of foreign and domestic dry goods, located at 10 & 12 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated June 6, 1877. The billhead also references N. S. Trowbridge & Co. of Tybo, Nevada.

Invoice from Hoffman & Co., Importers and Wholesale Dealers in Fancy Goods, Embroideries, Ribbons, Laces, Millinery and White Goods, located at Nos. 17 and 19 Battery Street, near Bush, San Francisco. Dated May 31, 1877. The bill lists purchases of various goods by N. S. Trowbridge & Co., likely for their business in Tybo, Nevada. The transaction is likely for the purchase of ribbon and other related goods. The billhead is printed in ornate Victorian-style lettering and includes a detailed header that summarizes the business's offerings.

Letter from Geo. A. Lowe, General Agent for Utah, Nevada, Idaho, and Montana for P. Schuttler's Chicago Wagons, to Henry Elling in Virginia City, Nevada. Dated June 2, 1877. The letter is written on fancy letterhead and discusses wagon works, horse & mule shoes, blacksmith supplies, and farm machinery provided by the company.

Invoice from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, ketchups, sauces, and canned goods, located in San Francisco. Dated July 27, 1877. The bill lists items sold to N.S. Trowbridge & Co. in Tybo, Nevada. The invoice includes a detailed itemized list of the transaction, quantities, prices, and a total amount due of $334.17. It also includes the business's address at 314 Washington Street, the note 'Removed to' and 'Manufacturing Establishment' along with the address of 619, 621, and 623 Front St. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and details of the business address and transaction.

A letter dated September 10, 1889, from Henry Wolff, a dealer in watch materials, jewelers' findings, and music boxes at 120 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California, to the Bullion and Exchange Bank in Carson City, Nevada. The letter's content is not specified, but a San Francisco newspaper clipping referencing the engagement of Miss Kittle Kohen and Mr. Henry Wolff is mentioned.

A commercial letter dated August 13, 1889, from Henry Wolff, located at 120 Sutter St., Rooms 5 & 6, San Francisco, California, to the Bullion & Exchange Bank in Carson City, Nevada. The letter concerns an endorsed note for $20.00 belonging to Isadore Cohen.

Statement of Account from Rosenbaum & Einstein, located at the southeast corner of Clay and Battery Streets in San Francisco. Dated February 14, 1876. The billhead is addressed to E. Walker in Carson City, Nevada. The bill mentions a bill rendered for $80.00.

A commercial letter from the stock brokerage firm Zadig, Wollberg & Co., located at 306 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California, to J. R. Hofer in Carson City, Nevada, dated July 20, 1888. The letter pertains to a financial transaction, possibly a buy slip.

Billhead from Triest & Friedlander, importers and jobbers of hats, caps, and other goods. Located at 116 & 118 Sansome St. San Francisco. Dated March 23, 1875. The bill lists items purchased by N. S. Trowbridge & Co., Tybo, NV. The billhead includes ornate Victorian-style lettering with decorative elements, such as a company logo, a framed header section, and an ornate border.

Billhead from Kullman & Armer, importers and dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at 306-308 Sacramento Street, San Francisco. Dated April 17, 1877. The billhead includes a handwritten note indicating that the purchase was made by N. S. Trowbridge & Co. and the amount of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header with decorative elements, including an oval border with a company logo and a handwritten signature in the upper right corner.

Billhead from Godchaux Bros. & Co., importers of French, English and German dry goods, located at 100 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated April 17, 1877. The bill likely lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by N. S. Trowbridge, and includes an itemized list of the transaction with detailed prices. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The billhead also indicates that the business is located at 109 Battery Street, San Francisco, CA.

Billhead from Bachman Bros., foreign and domestic dry goods merchants, located at 10 & 12 Battery St., San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated March 27, 1877, and also references N. S. Trowbridge & Co. of Tybo, Nevada.

Billhead of Heynemann & Co., importers and jobbers of British, French, German, and Domestic dry goods, carpets, etc., located at No. 5 Sansome Street, near Market, San Francisco. Dated April 23, 1877. The bill records a sale to N. S. Trowbridge & Company of Tybo, Nevada. The bill lists numerous items and their quantities, prices, and total cost in US Gold Coin. The billhead has ornate lettering and a framed header section.

Invoice from Cerf, Schloss & Company, manufacturers' agents for lamps and stoves, located at 119 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated August 10, 1886, and indicates a purchase by the Virginia & Truckee Railroad, Carson City, Nevada. The billhead includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header and decorative elements, such as a company logo for electric lamps and stoves.

Broadside printed on cardstock endorsing the Sutro Tunnel project and Adolph Sutro's representation of the project to Congress and capitalists. Issued by the Nevada State Senate on January 25, 1867. The broadside includes printed signatures of Senate and Assembly officials. Measures 23" x 17". Shows signs of age, including light soil, some chips and edge toning, and a half-inch tear.