Trade Card for A. Shuman & Co., Clothiers

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing manufacturer and retailer located at 440 Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a mother and two children standing on a beach by the ocean. The scene includes a seashell, a rope, and a bucket. Text at the top of the card indicates that the store sells patented suits. [A. Shuman & Co. was considered the wealthiest clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th century Boston.] The back of the card features an illustration of General Gates on the steps of the Province House.

Associated People/Businesses

• A. Shuman & Co.
• SHUMAN, A.

Geography

• Boston

Subjects

• Clothing trade
• Textile industry
• Jewish merchants
• Advertising cards

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume 14, Page 20