Billhead of Rauh Brothers & Co., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, March 26, 1894


Billhead from Rauh Brothers & Co., a men's furnishing goods manufacturer and wholesaler located at 800-802 Liberty Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dated March 26, 1894. The principals of the firm were Enoch, Marcus, Abe I., and Chas. M. Rauh. According to the Rauh Archives at the Pittsburgh Historical Society, Enoch Rauh was the leading figure in the company. The business, established circa 1879/80 by Enoch Rauh and his three brothers with support from their uncle Abraham Lippman, expanded significantly, employing over 100 people by 1886 and establishing a branch office in New York. Its reach extended into Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky. Enoch Rauh was a prominent figure in Pittsburgh's civic life, holding various trusteeships and directorships in organizations like the Carnegie Library and the Young Men's Hebrew Association.


Associated People/Businesses

  • Rauh, Enoch / Rauh, Marcus / Rauh, Abe I. / Rauh, Chas. M..

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Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box, 14, Folder 15