Geography: New Haven

Program for the Yale Senior Promenade Concert featuring music by A. Bernstein of New York. Held at Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut on July 9, 1872.

A stampless business letter written by Alexander Kursheedt in New York, New York, to Henry White in New Haven, Connecticut, on November 18, 1837. The letter discusses business matters.

Newspaper article from the *Church Chronicle and Record*, published in New Haven, Connecticut on October 20, 1843. The article details the conversion of a Jewish son and his subsequent conversation with his father, presented within the context of missionary propaganda.

Newspaper clipping from the New Haven Daily Palladium, April 25, 1881, featuring an article on the dedication of the Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati, Ohio. The article appears on the front page.

Issue of the New-Haven Gazette newspaper from New Haven, Connecticut, dated November 22, 1787. This issue contains an article reporting on the robbery of a synagogue in Charleston, South Carolina.

This trade card advertises E. M. Gans, a hatter and furrier located at 437 State Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card advertises the store's goods and location. The card is printed in black ink on a white background with red lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This unusual trade card, predominantly in blue and red, advertises F. Loewenstein's clothing business. The front of the card displays the business's address: Basement 83 George St., and its establishment date: Est. 1860. The card's design is described as unusual, likely due to its color scheme and possibly layout. The back of the card is not visible in the provided image. The provided images show a front and back image of the card.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler, a clothier located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three puppies. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 200 Chapel Street, in the English Building, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a cluster of sea shells in a circular arrangement. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising L. L. Adler, dry goods merchant, located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card indicates that the business was formerly known as Lutz & Adler. Circa 1885.

290 CHAPEL STREET; A SET OF FOUR COMICAL CARDS OF KIDS IN A HIGH CHAIR; ; ;

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's business, "Fancy Goods and Novelties." The front of the card features an illustration of several puppies nestled together in a basket. The image is likely meant to evoke feelings of warmth, cuteness, and perhaps, the idea of treasured items or novelties. Below the image, the card states the address: 290 Chapel Street. The text also mentions that the shop was "Late Lutz & Adler," suggesting a change in business ownership or partnership. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers, features a man playing a set of bells. The card has an ornate border design and showcases the business's address: 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's Dry Goods store, located at 290 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, shaped like a round fan, advertises L. L. Adler, a dry goods store located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card is printed with a black and white image of a woman with a light-colored dress and black hair. There is a red border on the card with the name 'L. L. Adler' in large letters. There are also illustrations of two other women, a man, and various articles of clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a man playing a horn. The design of the card is simple, featuring a white background with black text. The text is in a stylized font. The card is bordered in black with a yellow accent. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 200 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a large, stylized rose, with a red, angel-like figure holding an arrow positioned above it. The text 'English's Building' appears below the rose. The back of the card shows the lettering from the front of the card.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a jewelry store located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a branch with a bud rose. The card's layout is very simple, and only includes the name and address of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Herz & Co. and Feary's Albany Shoes. The front of the card showcases a charming illustration of a well-dressed young girl holding a bouquet of flowers. A tulip is depicted at the bottom of the card. The color scheme and style suggest a late 19th-century aesthetic. The business's address, 373 State Street, is clearly visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the jewelry store S. Silverthau & Son, located at 200 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The card features an intricate design depicting a stylized floral arrangement with a bee hovering above it. The text emphasizes the store's specialization in fine jewelry, clocks, silver, and silver-plated ware. The card was copyrighted in 1876.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a child fitting into overalls. The card features a small illustration of a child fitting into a pair of overalls. The illustration features the words 'S. Silverthau & Son, Jewelers' as well as the address '268 Chapel Street' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a jewelry store located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an amusing illustration of a young boy trying on a pair of pants that are far too big for him. The boy is holding onto the waistband of the pants with both hands, and his legs are awkwardly sticking out from the bottoms of the pant legs. The boy is dressed in a striped shirt and has a mischievous look on his face. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's dry goods store located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a stylized red rose and leaves. The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement, proclaiming "Low Prices Our Motto." The style and imagery suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a jewelry store located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The card features a blue straw flower against a white background. The text on the card indicates that the business was established in 1846 and that they sold silver-plated ware in addition to other jewelry items. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, watchmakers and jewelers, located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a cherub playing a guitar for money while sitting on a patch of grass. The card states that the business was established in 1846. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young woman carrying a bouquet of roses. She is wearing a colorful dress and has her hair neatly styled. She stands beside a rose bush and a gate. The card is adorned with an elegant border featuring a repeating floral design. The back of the card is blank. The card states that the business was established in 1846 and specializes in silver-plated wares.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, watchmakers and jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an image of a young girl in a pink sash holding a basket of flowers and a watering can. She is standing in front of a rose bush. In the background, there is a fountain and statue. The card also states that the business was established in 1846. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising S. Silverthau & Son, watchmakers and jewelers, located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card depicts a girl feeding ducks and includes the establishment date of 1846. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. Established in 1846, the business offers silver plated ware and other jewelry. The card features an illustration of a young girl in a blue dress with a sash feeding birds. The card is primarily white with black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, watchmakers and jewelers, located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a naked baby sitting on a large umbrella, watching a frog playing. The illustration is surrounded by decorative elements. The text 'Established 1846' is prominently displayed, indicating the longevity of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a jewelry store located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a woman's hand holding pink roses. The text 'Established 1846' appears at the bottom of the card. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, purveyors of silver-plated ware. The front of the card features a woman's hand delicately holding a red rose and blue and red forget-me-nots. The inclusion of flowers suggests elegance and possibly alludes to the craftsmanship of the silver-plated goods. Below the floral arrangement, the text includes the business address (268 Chapel Street) and the establishment date: "Established 1846." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. This is the first card in a set of three. The card depicts a frog looking at a duck egg. The front of the card features a light blue background with a yellow, orange, and white inscription. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards for S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers, located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. This particular card features a humorous illustration of a frog holding a duck egg in its mouth. The illustration suggests a connection to the jewelry trade, possibly referencing the value of precious gems. The back of the card is blank.

This is the third card in a set of three trade cards for S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. It features a comical illustration depicting a frog with a duck egg in its mouth being knocked over by a duck. The frog is wearing a cap and has its eyes closed, suggesting that it has been startled. The duck is in mid-flight, with its wings spread wide. The background is a light blue color, and the text is in black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fearey's Albany Shoes. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a school blackboard with a unicorn depicted on it. This suggests a connection to children's footwear or a playful marketing approach. The back of the card displays the full address: 373 State Street. The style and illustration suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is not blank and includes the business address.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to New Haven, Connecticut on July 31, 1845. This is one of three related documents. The Hendricks family played a significant role in the American Industrial Revolution through their copper production.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers, documenting the shipment of finished copper from New York to New Haven, Connecticut on August 11, 1836. The record provides details of the port of entry and is part of a larger collection illustrating the business activities of Hendricks & Brothers, a prominent American copper manufacturing firm.

Shipping record from Hendricks & Brothers in New York, NY to Brown & Elton in New Haven, CT, detailing the shipment of finished copper. Dated September 10, 1840. The record is part of a larger collection documenting the Hendricks family's copper business, which played a significant role in the American Industrial Revolution.

This trade card advertises the M. Sonnenberg Piano Co. located at 801 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a piano with a decorative floral design. The back of the card is blank. The card is a stock card for Huntington Pianos.

A broadside listing the students and instructors of Yale College in New Haven, Connecticut, dated November 1, 1805. The list includes Moses (Aaron) Simons, considered America's first Black lawyer.

A three-page manuscript letter written by S. D. Pardee of New Haven, Connecticut to his son, Benjamin S. Pardee in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on November 15, 1849. The letter discusses the California Gold Rush, focusing on the tragic loss of life within the Montague Company, a group of New Haven merchants and tradesmen. It also recounts a humorous incident involving a group of 'Jews' who mistook some early-morning bank activity for a robbery, leading to a comical scene involving swords and mud.

Billhead for a purchase by Mr. Bushnell from Milius Frank, a dealer in dry goods, silks, shawls, housekeeping goods, hosiery, etc. located at 327 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The billhead is dated April 10, 1872. It includes an itemized list of purchases and their prices, likely for textiles or household goods. The billhead features a printed header in a stylized Victorian font. The purchase total is clearly recorded at the bottom of the bill, with the receipt of payment noted. The billhead indicates that Mr. Bushnell paid for his purchase, likely with cash. The billhead displays a standard 19th-century format with an emphasis on clarity.

Billhead from Milius Frank, dealer in Dry Goods, Silks, Shawls, Housekeeping Goods, Hosiery, etc., located at 327 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The bill is dated July 19, 1880 and lists a purchase of items from the business by Bushnell & Blin. The transaction includes a list of items purchased and their prices. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

This collection of eight trade cards advertises the New England Boot and Shoe Co. located at 388 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. [The business was owned by Hirsberg and Samuels. Edward Flatau is mentioned on one card as working at the business.] All eight cards feature a flower motif. [The card pictured here includes an illustration of a woman wearing a large floral hat and a dress with a large bow, standing with a child in a white dress holding a bouquet. The child is wearing a bonnet adorned with a flower. The background includes a floral design.] The backs of the cards are blank.