Geography: Wilkes-Barre

Legal document detailing a complaint filed in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania on October 25, 1810. The complaint accuses two unnamed men of stealing a horse, saddle, sword, and two pistols. The document is not signed by Hart, but mentions the son of Michael Hart of Easton, PA.

This legal document is a deed from Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, dated January 7, 1807. It involves Matthias Hollenbach, Benjamin Perry, Nathan Palmer, and Job Irish in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The deed was signed by Jacob Hart in his legal capacity, son of Michael Hart of Easton, Pennsylvania.

Deed signed by Jacob Hart, son of Michael Hart of Easton, Pennsylvania, conveying property to Nancy Man in Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, on August 24, 1805. The deed is dated August 9, 1805.

Three-page letter written by Isaac Strouse to Isaac Leeser on December 23, 1852, from Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Strouse discusses his recently written book, a translation and interpretation of D. Ottensoser's work on Josephus, and requests Leeser's review and mention in *The Occident*. The letter also includes a list of approximately 40 previous issues of *The Occident* that Strouse wishes to purchase.

Two-page letter from M. W. (Morris) Strouse, Corresponding Secretary of the newly formed Congregation B'nei B'rith in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, to Isaac Leeser. Dated August 14, 1849, the letter outlines the resolutions of the congregation, announces its consecration on August 31, 1849, with Reverend S. M. Isaacs delivering the sermon, and requests the sale of prayer books on commission.

This trade card, for J. Stern, advertises "Boots & Shoes One Price" and "Notions for Men." The front of the card features a humorous, colorful cartoon depicting a stove tipping over with a child attempting to extinguish the resulting fire. The text "RED HOT" is prominently displayed near the cartoon. The back of the card provides the business's address: 28 South Main Street. The back of the card also includes additional text, which is partially illegible in the image provided.

This trade card advertises Langfeld, Lazarus & Co., dry goods merchants located at 47 West Market Street in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) features a depiction of nesting carrier pigeons. The image style suggests it was created sometime in the late 19th century. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The address, 47 West Market Street, is clearly printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises R. Frauenthal, a dry goods merchant located at 29 S. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a large portrait of a young woman wearing a white feathered hat. She is depicted in a formal, elegant manner, likely intended to convey the quality and refinement of Frauenthal's merchandise. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative border and includes a small illustration of a man in a suit and holding a cane, possibly indicating the availability of clothing and accessories for men. The back of the card is not visible in the scan.

This trade card advertises F. Eisner, a clothing retailer in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a lively scene of a person, possibly a child, falling while holding a ball. Text on the image reads, "BRAVO PET OF THE DAY." The image suggests an active, playful setting, and the style of illustration hints at a late 19th-century origin. The business address, "No. 6 Public Next to Rockafellow's Bank," is clearly printed on the card. The back of the card features a full advertisement; however, the content of the advertisement is not readable in the provided images.

This trade card advertises Frauenthal Bros., clothing and dry goods merchants located at 25 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The card features three monkeys, one wearing a shoe, another with a hat, and a third in blue clothing. The monkeys are all holding sticks, creating a whimsical and playful scene. The design of the card is simple, featuring only a black and white image with minimal text. This card is one of three. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Frauenthal Bros. features a humorous illustration of three monkeys dressed in clothing. One monkey wears a pink boot and a blue hat. Another monkey stands on a stool, and the third monkey wears a pair of men's trousers in blue and blue slippers. The image may be intended as a caricature of Black people. The card appears to be part of a set of three.

Trade card advertising Frauenthal Bros. in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, circa 1885. The card features a caricature of two monkeys; one in a black and red shoe, and one smoking a pipe on a stool; and one monkey dressed in a skirt holding a green pot.

This trade card advertises Levy Bros & Co., a dry goods store located at 32 & 34 Market Street in Wilkes-barre, Pennsylvania. The card is die-cut in the shape of a bellows. The front of the card features an illustration of a grand English estate scene with a large, ornate house and a spacious lawn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lowenstein's, a general store located at 22 South Main Street in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a die-cut illustration of a child sitting in a cup. The cup is surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves. The back of the card is blank.

Bill from Lazarus & Langfeld, Millinery Palace, located at No. 49 West Market Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Dated May 31, 1886. The bill lists a variety of items and services, including hat feather, ribbon, velvet, string beads, satin, hats, flowers, crepe, and other items likely related to millinery, purchased by J. Gelchist. The billhead includes details of the business address, transaction, and is likely used for record-keeping and accounting.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman changing clothes in a beach house. A man's coat is hanging on the back of a chair, and the woman is seen adjusting her clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman changing clothes in a beach house while a man peeks in from the outside. The woman is shown wearing a swimsuit, a large straw hat, and is holding a pair of boots. The man is dressed in a suit and has a curious expression on his face. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. W. Schloss, a home goods store located at 9 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child jumping on a bed. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the store.

This eleven-page manuscript document contains field notes detailing the northern boundary of Henry Drinker's Mishappen tract of land in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The notes, dated September 28, 1803, were recorded by Jacob Hart in his capacity as prothonotary. The document includes landmarks such as Wyalusing Creek, the Buttonwood corner, and various named individuals' properties, indicating a survey of the land boundaries. The handwriting is legible ink.

Invoice from Levy Bros. & Co., jobbers and retail dealers in dry goods, carpets, and notions. The business had locations in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, and Scranton, Pennsylvania. The invoice is dated July 28, 1881, and is for a purchase of “Matting” by George R. Wright, of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The billhead displays a printed header and includes the addresses of the business.

Trade card advertising the services of Simon Long, Merchant Tailor & Clothier, located at 106 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The card is circa 1885.

Trade card advertising D. Armstrong & Co., purveyors of ladies' fine shoes. The card indicates A. B. Weil as the sole agent for Wilkes-Barre, PA. Circa 1885.