Trade card - Schweitzer & Beer, Chicago, circa 1885

This trade card for Schweitzer & Beer, Importers and Dealers in Fancy Goods and Toys, advertises their products including holiday goods, children's carriages, carts, wagons, and novelties. The business was located at 111 State Street, between Washington and Madison Streets, in Chicago. The front of the card features a color illustration of a young girl holding two dolls, with the text "MY DARLINGS" below. The reverse side presents the business name and product categories in a clear, bold typeface, with an ornate decorative border around the "FANCY GOODS AND TOYS" heading. 3.

Associated People/Businesses

• Schweitzer
• Beer

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

• Fancy goods
• Toys
• Retail trade
• Advertising
• Trade cards
• Dolls
• Children
• 19th century
• Chicago (Ill.)

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 20, Folder 12