Geography: Portland

Broadside advertisement for Professor Levy, an optician and oculist, located at 11 Vine Street in Portland, Maine. The advertisement also lists an office at 43 Maiden Lane in New York City. The broadside features illustrations of spectacles. The date is estimated as 1870 based on information from the donor.

An addressed envelope sent from C. H. Meussdorffer & Bro. in San Francisco, California to Portland, Oregon on April 18, 1873. The envelope features an embossed Wells Fargo & Co. corner advertisement. The recipient, C. Meussdorffer & Son, is listed at #301 in "The Jews of the S.F. Bay Area; 1849-1919".

A business letter from Dittenhoefer, Haas & Co., importers and jobbers of men's furnishings and notions located at 61 Front Street, Portland, Oregon, to S. Marks & Co. in Roseburg, Oregon, dated May 6, 1887. The letter is contained within an envelope with advertising.

Two-page manuscript of minutes from a meeting of six Jewish organizations in Portland, Oregon, held on August 3, 1884, to plan a celebration of Moses Montefiore's 100th birthday. The minutes detail the election of numerous officers. Written on the reverse of Young Men's Hebrew Association (YMHA) stationery from Portland, Oregon.

This trade card advertises the Sunset Broom Factory, owned by L. Feldmann & Co. The front of the card features the name of the company and its address: 18 & 20 Front Street, Cook Building, San Francisco. It also notes that the company has offices in San Francisco, Sidney, and Melbourne. The card's design is simple and text-focused. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card lists two addresses: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a yellow shoe with a pink rose and blue flies. There is also a yellow bow tied around the shoe's ankle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of A. Feldenheimer in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a woman having a gold necklace placed on her by Cupid. The background includes a red curtain. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a pocket watch advertisement.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground in a very awkward pose, as if he has been squashed. Two women are watching the scene in disbelief. The man’s body is colored in blue and the women's attire is in shades of red and green. The image has a cartoonish quality, as if to illustrate a comedic accident. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground, seemingly injured. Two women look down upon him with concerned expressions. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

Sepia-toned trade card for Cohen, Davis & Co., a variety store located at 162 First Street and a new building at 10-14 Morrison Street in Portland, Oregon. The card also advertises the Golden Rule Bazaar and features an illustration of a child in a clown costume. The reverse side indicates that the business imported fancy goods and notions. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises L. S. Mayer, a grocer located at 70 Morrison Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a sister and brother sitting on a wall, perhaps outside a home. [Mayer's wife was active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists an address in Portland, Oregon, at 147 First Street. The front of the card depicts four individuals standing outside of a church in a wintry setting. It is unclear if there is a building in the background. There are trees in the background and a street with a street lamp. The back of the card is blank.

This is the third of three trade cards for Rosenthal's clothing store in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts two dogs chasing each other in a rural setting. The text at the top of the card lists multiple addresses, including 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for E. Wineburgh & Co., located at 126 and 128 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features a red sepia image of a boy playing tennis. The text includes the phrases "EVERY THING AND ANY THING" and "DEATH TO HIGH PRICES." The card is circa 1885.

Trade card advertising S. & G. Gump, purveyors of artists' materials and frames, located at 184 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features images of artistic materials and frames. Circa 1885.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises Goldsmith & Cooper's "New York Store" in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby with a fly on its arm, and above, there are colored shells. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card shows a full advertisement in the form of a pallet. The address, Cor. Fourth and L Sts., is visible on the front of the card.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises Arthur Kohn, a clothing merchant located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration: a duck holding a sign reading "Bill of Dispute," with a cook wielding a knife below. This imagery likely alludes to a humorous situation related to clothing purchases or disputes. The illustration style is characteristic of late 19th-century advertising. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W. B. Shively, a retailer of Misses' Corsets, and features a charming illustration of a young girl in a blue hat and blue and white dress. The image is likely from the late 19th century. The front of the card features the words "BALLS MISSES CORSETS" prominently displayed beneath the image. The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement. [By 1898, Meier & Frank, where Shively likely sold his goods, was 'One of America’s Great Stores,’ the fourth largest department store in the country.]

This is one of two trade cards for Arthur Kohn, a clothing store located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a black bird perched on a red pillow. A young boy is standing in front of an easel, wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Cooper, dry goods merchants located at the corner of Fourth and L Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an image of a baby holding a doll and colored shells above. [Goldsmith and Cooper were both early Jewish families in Portland, Oregon.] The back of the card features a full advertisement in the form of a pallet, showcasing the variety of goods they sold.

This trade card, one of two in this record, advertises S. & G. Gump, picture frame makers located at 184 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an elaborate floral design with red roses and blue flowers, framed by a gold border. The text on the card advertises frames, materials, and other services. The card's back is blank.

Trade card depicting a sailor boy with blue flowers. The back features a full advertisement for Sollers & Co. The card is stamped with the Sollers & Co. logo on the boy's shoes. Published circa 1885 in Portland, Oregon, United States. This item is part of the E Collection in the University of Pennsylvania Library.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises the clothing store Kohn & Lippitt, located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child wearing a blue dress, a red sash, and oversized gloves. The child also wears a top hat and carries a toy or bag. The back of the card provides further information about the store.

This trade card advertises Kohn & Lippitt, clothiers and hatters, located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a toddler in a yellow print dress, wearing a large red scarf. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Baum & Brandes, grocers located at 145 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features an illustration of a stylishly dressed girl in a red hat holding a pink rose and an umbrella. The image has a red border around the outer edge of the card, and the text and graphics are printed in black ink on a white background. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists a second location at 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of two dogs in a rowboat. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for Rosenthal's, a business with locations in Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The card depicts two kittens with a butterfly net. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations at 107, 109, 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The card features a red shoe filled with flowers and a booklet, symbolizing the offerings of the store. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The illustration is described as an exact copy, suggesting the use of a template or standardized design.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing merchant with locations at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists a location at 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a purple shoe facing the opposite direction, flowers, a pamphlet, and two bees flying in the upper right-hand corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ludwig Levy, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 215 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features two boys pulling a large, circular sign with a watch face. The sign is attached to a pole, and the boys are dressed in early 20th-century clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Oregon Furniture Manufacturing Co. in Portland, Oregon shows a drawing of the Battery in New York City in a circle at the center of the card. This may refer to the original business's location. It's possible the owner or owners of the business were from New York and came to Oregon. The card indicates the locations for the company's factory, sales, lumber yard, and shipping department, all in Portland. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises the Oregon Furniture Manufacturing Co., which was located at 207 and 209 Front Street in Portland, Oregon. The card features a depiction of the Hudson River, which may be a symbolic representation of the company's shipping and manufacturing capabilities. The card lists multiple addresses for the business, including their factory at 208 and 210 Front Street, their sales office on Front Street near Hall, and their lumber yard on South Front Street. Their shipping department is listed as being at 7 and 9 Salmon Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement, although the details are not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises the Oregon Furniture Manufacturing Co. located in Portland, Oregon. The card provides multiple addresses for the business: 207 and 209 Front Street (factory), 208 and 210 Front Street (sales), South Front Street (lumber yard, near Hall), and Nos. 7 & 9 Salmon Street (shipping department). The front of the card features a picture of the East River Bridge in New York City. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the company.

Trade card advertising J. Kohn, a trunk and valise manufacturer, located at the corner of First and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The card depicts an owl teaching birds and is circa 1885.

This trade card, in the shape of a butterfly, advertises the business of Arthur Kohn, a merchant tailor located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a detailed butterfly design with a delicate pattern. The reverse of the card contains advertising for Arthur Kohn's tailoring business. [This card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.]

This trade card advertises the Oregon Furniture Manufacturing Co. in Portland, Oregon. The card features a front view of the factory, showing the building's facade and a sign advertising 'Oregon Furniture Manufacturing Co.' The text mentions a sales department at 208, 210 Front Street, a lumber yard near Hall on South Front Street, and a shipping department at 7 & 9 Salmon Street. [The card indicates that the company was owned by Sam Lowenstein and William Kapus.] The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a list of products.

This trade card advertises B. Friedlander & Co., a clothing merchant located at 214 First Street, corner of Salmon Street, in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features five boys playing war. They are depicted in a simple, yet engaging scene. The back of the card lists the company's address and includes a statement describing it as a branch of the San Francisco Palace of Fashion, located at 761 Market Street.

This trade card advertises L. S. Mayer, a wholesale grocer in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a group of birds perched on a telegraph wire. The image includes a blue sky and trees. The business address, 70 Morrison Street, is printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations in San Francisco, California and Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a mother and child standing in the snow in front of a large church. The card lists the following addresses: 107, 109 & 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California; 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card is printed in red, black, and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a winter scene with a church in the snow. The back of the card has the addresses for the business: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California; and 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's clothing store. The front of the card features an illustration of a man and a child walking in the snow. The business address is listed as 107, 109 & 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California, and 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations in San Francisco, California and Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a windmill. The text on the front of the card lists the addresses for both stores: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco and 147 First Street in Portland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Kohn, a clothing and trunk store located at the corner of First and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a stork fishing. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

Trade card advertising Cohen, Davis & Co.'s Golden Rule Bazaar, located at 162 First Street, Portland, Oregon (next to the corner of Morrison Street). The reverse features a full advertisement for Cohen, Davis & Co., importers of fancy goods, notions, and varieties. Also lists an address in New York City: 83 Walker Street. Circa 1885.

Set of four trade cards advertising the One Price Cash Dry Goods Store in Portland, Oregon. The cards are undated, but circa 1885 based on stylistic elements. The cards feature illustrations of various merchandise and likely served as promotional materials for the store. The name of Charles S. Levy is associated with the store.

Billhead from A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other goods, located on Front Street in Portland, Oregon. Dated June 15, 1864. The bill shows three items purchased by H. Failing: a box of H.P. Rice, a bag of Broom, and 1/2 Bbl. of S.P. Sugar. The total comes to $49.15. The billhead features a small, ornate Victorian-style logo for the business, with handwritten details of the transaction. The business name is bolded.

Cabinet photograph of L.J. Levisohn (possibly Lewisohn), taken in Portland, Oregon in October 1886. The photograph is inscribed on the back: "Dedicated to my friend Messrs. S. Solis Cohen by L.J. Levisohn (Lewisohn?) born in Hamburg, Germany, July 1818…photographed in Portland, Oregon///Oct. 1886." The sitter appears to be a distinguished man of approximately 68 years of age.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing retailer with branches in Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a yellow shoe on a dark background, with an inscription that reads 'Rosenthal Bros. & Co.', '147 First Street, Portland, Oregon', and 'Branch of 107, 109, 111 Kearny St., San Francisco, California.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store with locations in both Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a single violet-colored shoe, likely a representation of a fashionable item. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store with locations in Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a pink shoe with a decorative bow. The back of the card is blank. [The store was located at 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon, and had a branch at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California.]

Invoice from Louis Rosenstein & Co. to George Blanchard & Co. for the purchase of bird food. The billhead lists the quantity and price for a purchase of 25 cases of bird food. The transaction took place on August 22, 1881 in New York, NY and included a shipping cost of $5. The billhead features an ornate header section with the name of the business and their services, an Excelsior Bird Food logo, and a hand-drawn bird cage. The business was located at Nos. 317 and 319 Greenwich St., New York, NY.

Invoice from Hyneman Bros., importers of Havana cigars, located at 18 and 20 P.O. Square and 94 Milk Street, Boston. Dated August 10, 1881. The bill lists four types of cigars purchased: “Little Dot”, “After Lunch Concha”, “Virginia Londres”, and “Primo Coquettes” by George Blanchard & Bro of Portland, Oregon. The billhead features an ornate monogram of ‘3 Xs’ with a decorative banner around it, ornate lettering, and a printed header section.

Trade card advertising Cohen, Davis & Co.'s "The Golden Rule Bazaar" in Portland, Oregon. Circa 1885.

Invoice from B. L. Stone, importer and dealer in watches, diamonds, fine jewelry, clocks, solid silver and silver-plated ware, and diamond spectacles and optical goods. Located at 155 First Street, corner of Morrison, Portland, Oregon. Dated April 30, 1881. The invoice lists the purchase of jewelry, a ladies gold wallet, engraving, and a 1/2 doz. gold table, 1/2 doz. ice and 1/2 doz. napkin rings by S. Marks & Co. of Roseburg, Oregon. The billhead is printed on a pale pink paper with an ornate, Victorian-style border.

This trade card advertises Cohen, Davis & Co.'s Golden Rule Bazaar in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a bust of a peasant child in costume. The back of the card lists two addresses: 162 First St. and 10-14 Morrison St., and provides more information about the business. It promotes their selection of bronze statuary, fans, parasols, and novelties of all kinds.

This archival item consists of a letter and its accompanying envelope, dated August 29, 1887. The letter, written on P. H. Rosenstock & Co. Boots and Shoes letterhead, was sent by M. H. Livingston of Portland, Oregon (acting as an agent for P. H. Rosenstock & Co. in San Francisco), to W. L. Wade, a shoe dealer in North Salem, Oregon. The letter's original destination of San Francisco was crossed out, and 'Sprague, W.T.' (Washington Territory) was written instead. The letterhead measures 5 7/8" x 9 3/8", and the envelope measures 3 1/2" x 6 1/4". The envelope bears an 1887 Sprague postmark.

This trade card advertises D. J. Levy, successor to B. Friedlander & Co., an importing tailor. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/a1d7de84-4e70-43b6-8cd9-0a7d0f805e47%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) depicts a man holding a fishing rod and a woman in the water, suggesting a leisure or recreational theme. The text on the card clearly indicates that D. J. Levy is the successor to B. Friedlander & Co. and advertises his business as an "Importing Tailor" located at 214 1st Street, Portland, Oregon. It also mentions a branch in San Francisco, The Palace of Fashion, at 761 Market St. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/bbadefdc-46a1-4377-b675-1bcdff701167%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is fully covered with an advertisement.

Stock certificate for 100 shares in the Sierra Nevada Consolidated Mining Company, issued to H. M. Davenport on June 20, 1887. The certificate is signed by Bernard Goldsmith as President and Louis Goldsmith as (presumably) Secretary. Accompanying materials include biographical information and photographs of Bernard Goldsmith, who served as Portland's first Jewish mayor (1869-1871).

Billhead for A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other items, located on Front Street in Portland, Oregon. Dated November 1, 1864. The bill lists a purchase of 15 lbs of Java Coffee by Mrs. Failing for the amount of $1.00. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

This four-page folded advertisement pamphlet from Cohen, Davis & Co.'s Golden Rule Bazaar in Portland, Oregon, likely dates from 1887-1889, based on a handwritten inscription. The lithograph features an image of the store's storefront and a woman arranging flowers. The advertisement highlights the Bazaar's wide range of goods, including sporting goods (tennis rackets, hammocks), home goods (china, bric-a-brac), and other items such as baby carriages, notions, and toys. The pamphlet celebrates the move to their new building.

Billhead from A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other items, located at Front Street, Portland, Oregon. Dated June 17, 1864. The bill lists the transaction made with H. Failing. The billhead lists a transaction value of $25.77 and a note indicating that it was paid. The billhead is printed on lined paper and includes a handwritten note at the bottom.

This trade card is for Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a shoe store with locations in Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California. The card features a drawing of a slipper adorned with flowers. This card is one of four in a set. The back of the card is blank. The card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co. with addresses at 147 First St., Portland, OR, and 107, 109, and 111 Kearny St., San Francisco.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a shoe store with locations in Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The card features a slipper decorated with colorful flowers. This is card two of four in the set. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards in a set from Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a shoe store with locations in Portland, Oregon (147 First St.) and San Francisco, California (107, 109, and 111 Kearny St.). The card depicts a slipper adorned with flowers. The illustration is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a shoe store with locations in Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California. The card is one of a set of four and features a slipper with flowers. The verso is blank.

Newspaper clipping from the *Christian Mirror*, published in Portland, Maine on February 27, 1824. The clipping contains a letter to the editor featuring commentary on Judaism.

A one-page letter (front and back) written by C. H. Meussdorffer in Portland, Oregon on August 18, 1876, to J. C. M. & Bro. in San Francisco, California. The letter primarily concerns business matters, including drafts and payments, with a brief mention of the writer enlarging his house.

Billhead from Elfelt, Weil & Co., successors to J. Kohn, Portland, Oregon, dated May 14, 1864. The billhead lists A. B. Elfelt, D. Weil, and S. Goldsmith as principals. Henry Failing is listed as the recipient.

Invoice from A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other items, located on Front Street, Portland, Oregon. Dated August 31, 1864. The bill lists an item purchased by H. Failing, likely a purchase of “German Meatche”, for which the price is listed as 600 cents. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and features the business's name, address, and a decorative border.

Trade card for Weiler Bros.' Big Store, located in the Bimel Block, Portland, Indiana. The card features an image of the store's storefront. Circa 1885.

Invoice from Friedman & Co., wholesale and retail dealers in stoves, tin plate, sheet iron, wire, copper, zinc, tin and Japanned Ware, located at the corner of Front and Stark Streets, Portland, Oregon. Dated July 31, 1865. The bill lists two safes purchased by the Bank of British Columbia. The billhead features a 15c revenue stamp, payable in gold coin. The bill is written in an ornate cursive.

This trade card advertises Arthur Kohn's clothing store in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card (Image 1) features text that reads 'CLOTHING STORE Arthur Kohn PORTLAND OR ...Corner of Second & Morrison Sts.' The card's design is simple and focuses on conveying the business's name, location, and the type of goods sold. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The overall style suggests a late 19th-century origin, consistent with the circa 1885 date.

This Art Nouveau trade card advertises Arthur Kohn, a clothier, hatter, tailor, and merchant located at the corner of 2nd and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a young girl with brown hair. She is dressed in a long, flowing gown with a wide collar and her hair is styled in a way that evokes the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features an Art Nouveau design of a young blond-haired boy, advertising Arthur Kohn. It is a classic trade card with an elegant feel, with a red border and a black and white illustration. The card indicates the store is located at the corner of 2nd and Morrison Streets, Portland, Oregon. The business description indicates that Arthur Kohn offers a variety of clothing items, including clothing, hats, tailoring services, and other general merchandise. The back of the card is blank.

Invoice from City of Paris Dry Goods Store, located at the corner of Front and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The invoice is dated March 17, 1864. The bill lists the purchase of “1 1/2 yd French Merino” and “1/8 Dress Silk” by an individual named Mayer. The total cost of the purchase is $20.75. The billhead features the business name, location, and “Fancy & Staple Dry Goods” in large, bold font.

A billhead from Koshland Bros., Commission Merchants, located at 180, Corner Front & Main Streets, Portland, Oregon. Dated October 31, 1873. The billhead notes that Koshland Bros. pays the highest cash price for wool, hides, and furs. It is likely a record of a transaction with the Bank of British Columbia. The billhead includes a decorative border and a company name in a script font.

This trade card advertises Kohn & Steinbach, a men's and boys' clothing store located at the corner of 1st and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The card indicates they are the successors to J. Kohn. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man cleaning a hat. He appears to be wiping dust off of a hat with a cloth and looking intently at his work. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

Letter written on Morning Oregonian letterhead by Newman J. (Joe) Levinson in Portland, Oregon, to William Friedlander in Roseburg, Oregon, on May 7, 1882. Levinson requests a crop report for Douglas County. The letter is accompanied by a 3-cent bank note cover. An obituary for Levinson, published in The Oregon Daily Journal on March 30, 1909, describes him as a leading citizen and pioneer of Portland.

This archival item consists of a letter, envelope, and receipt. The letter, dated September 24, 1886, was sent from Fleischner, Mayer & Co. in Portland, Oregon to S. Marks & Co. in Roseburg, Oregon. The letterhead indicates that Fleischner, Mayer & Co. also had offices at 3618 Broadway, NYC (A. Schleusel). The Oregon and California Railroad receipt is dated September 25, 1886. The addresses of Fleischner, Mayer & Co. are listed as 25-27 Front Street and 24-26 First Street, Portland, Oregon.

A letter dated June 27, 1877, from R. (Ralph) Jacobs of Jacobs Bros. & Co., located at 3 & 5 North Front Street in Portland, Oregon, to S. Marks & Co. in Roseburg, Oregon. The letter discusses placing a bid at a Grange auction, aiming for a good price without setting the market. Jacobs Bros. & Co. are identified as agents for (and owners of) the Oregon City Woolen Mills.

Trade card advertising the Hub Clothing Company, a New York City-based clothing manufacturer with retail outlets in Portland, Oregon, and other western and midwestern locations. The card features the company's address and likely depicts images relating to the company's products. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the Portland, Oregon branch of the Hub Clothing Company, a New York City-based clothing manufacturer. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of a young girl and boy by a pond. The back of the card is a full advertisement announcing that Hyams, Pauson & Co., whose New York City store was located at 594-595 Broadway, is opening a retail outlet at 193 and 195 in Portland, Oregon. [Frank Pauson is mentioned in the Jewish section of the San Francisco Blue Book. The New York clothing manufacturer also had retail outlets in the West/Midwest. Their San Francisco store closed on March 14, 1889, the day of Rabbi Elban Cohn's funeral at Temple Emanu-El.]