Trade Card: Jacob Stern & Co., Ladies' Dress Trimmings, Bangor, Maine

This trade card advertises Jacob Stern & Co., dealers in ladies' dress trimmings. The front of the card features a comical illustration, likely a cartoon, with the words "SHOO FLY" prominently displayed. The illustration's style suggests it may be a humorous take on a common theme. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. [It is likely that the illustration on the front of the card was intended to attract attention and draw customers to the advertisement on the reverse side.] The back of the card is not blank. A second image shows the back of the card with more detailed text, showcasing the business's complete array of offerings and contact information.

Associated People/Businesses

  • Jacob Stern & Co.
  • E. K. Dunbar & Co.
  • STERN, JACOB

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Arc.MS.56, Volume 12, Page 3