Letter - H. G. Norton & Co., New York, March 26, 1866

This letter, dated March 26, 1866, is from H. G. Norton & Co. in New York to the Providence Rubber Co., concerning sample shipments of hosiery. The letter features an ornate, highly detailed lithographed letterhead depicting a block of buildings on Broadway, New York. The illustration identifies several businesses, including H.G. Norton & Co. (Rubber Goods) at 509 Broadway, Bogardus Photographs, Taylor's International Hotel & Saloons, Solomon & Hart (Fabric for upholstery), S. Strahlheim & Co. (Laces & White Goods), E.A. Hayt & Co. (Cloaks and Mantillas), W.H. Lyon & Co. (Yankee Notions and Hosiery), Watrous Boyden & Fay (Hats), and B.F. Beekman (Silk and Straw Goods), each with their specific building number. The architectural style depicted is typical of mid-19th century commercial blocks in a major city. **3.

Associated People/Businesses

• Simon Strahlheim (Founder, S. Strahlheim & Co.)
• Adolphe Hertz (Partner, S. Strahlheim & Co.)
• Henry Fernbach (Architect)
• Strahlheim, S(imon)
• Solomon
• Hart

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

• Letter
• Rubber goods
• Retail trade
• New York (City)
• Broadway
• 19th Century
• Commerce
• Hosiery
• Jewish businesses
• Lace
• Dry goods
• Upholstery
• Hotels
• Photography
• Hats
• Mantillas
• Victorian Era
• Lithography

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 23, Folder 5