Subject: Advertisements

This advertisement features Huestis & Levy, a manufacturer of single and double head playing cards, including Spanish cards of superior quality. Their business, the Union Card Manufactory, was located at 177 & 179 Grand Street, near the Odd Fellows Hall, New York. The item includes an outstanding engraved illustration of the factory/storefront, depicting a multi-story building with a sign for "Union Card Manufactory" and various architectural details, typical of mid-19th century commercial illustrations. The text is presented in a bold, ornate style. This advertisement was originally printed in a New York Business Directory from 1854 or 1855.

Newspaper advertisement by Solomon Etting published in the *Federal Gazette and Baltimore Daily Advertiser* on September 5, 1817. The advertisement is found in Arc.MS.56, Volume E, Page 28. The advertisement's content is unknown, but given the subject tag of 'Religious' it is likely related to religious matters.

Four-page folded advertising card promoting the play "Sam'l of Posen; The Commercial Drummer" at Redmond's Opera House. The advertisement includes a description of the main character, a balance sheet detailing the character's various activities, and a poem entitled "Der Drummer" by Charles Francis Adams (or possibly Charles Follen Adams). The card is dated September 9th and 10th, 1884, and likely refers to Redmond's Opera House in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

An advertisement for Cohen's Drug & Apothecary Stores, located at the Northeast corner of 4th and Spruce Streets and at 239 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This advertisement appeared in the *National Gazette and Literary Register* on June 30, 1821. The issue also includes a lengthy article on the Moors in Spain, with a significant portion dedicated to the Golden Age of Jewry under Moorish rule, reprinted from a May 1821 article in the *Retrospective Review*.

This is an advertisement for H. Cohen's clothing store located at 20.22 Broadway Street in Salem, Ohio. The advertisement, which is part of a cloth wallet, also includes an 1892 calendar. The exact date of publication is unknown, but based on the calendar, it is likely from around 1892.

An advertisement for Sweetheart Soap published in New York, New York. The advertisement includes a premium coupon and is printed in English, Yiddish, Polish, and another Eastern European language. The exact publication date is unknown.

Undated advertisement for the Mishler Theatre in Altoona, Pennsylvania, featuring an image of a woman on stage in barrels. The advertisement also mentions Murray and Mack.

A full-page advertisement for Warenoff Furs, importers and exporters of raw furs and ginseng, located at 142 West 27th Street. The advertisement appeared in a publication in 1915. The advertisement states that the business was established in 1911.

Advertisement published in the Pennsylvania Gazette on August 19, 1772, by Michael Gratz announcing the auction of a property. The advertisement is printed in English.

Newspaper advertisement from the *General Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 28, 1797. The advertisement mentions Patrick Rice, a Jewish clerk for David Frank, and notes that by 1800 Rice was High Sheriff of Philadelphia. The advertisement also mentions Israel.

Newspaper advertisement from the *Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 30, 1790. The advertisement features Solomon Lyons, a prominent financier and member of Mikveh Israel Synagogue.

An advertisement featuring an illustration of a boy and his dog on a raft. The back of the advertisement is also depicted. The advertisement was likely published around 1920. The full advertisement is shown. The image depicts a scene of a boy and a dog on a raft. This item's geographic context is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as inferred from the coordinates provided in the metadata.

This folding advertisement card from Rothschild & Sittig, located at 117 and 119 Jefferson Avenue in Detroit, Michigan, is a vibrant piece of ephemera. The exterior features a visually striking design: a branch adorned with pink, red, white, and purple flowers, complemented by a yellow butterfly. The interior presents a reunion card related to the Army of the Potomac, alongside a full advertisement for Rothschild & Sittig's merchandise. The back of the card shows a girl in dancing attire lying on the grass. The card's color palette and design style strongly suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This is an advertisement pamphlet featuring a steel engraving of Sarah Bernhardt, the famous French actress. Created by C. A. Walker, the pamphlet praises Bernhardt's acting talents. It was likely distributed around 1880 in Boston, Massachusetts.

This is a multi-page advertisement for Stern Brothers, a prominent New York City department store. The front page features a large illustration of the store's impressive building, depicted in architectural detail, with figures approaching its entrance. This image provides a clear visual representation of the store's scale and grandeur. The inside pages contain a detailed advertisement with further information about the merchandise offered, although the exact details are not fully visible from the available image. The back of the advertisement showcases an unusual and detailed map providing directions to the store, which occupied addresses across West 32nd, 34th, and 36th Streets and West 23rd Street.

An advertising booklet, titled "A. B. C. Guide," for Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, confectioners located in San Francisco, California. The booklet lists over 100 varieties of their "Fine Cream Works and Chocolate Goods" in alphabetical order, including candies such as Ambrosia Cream, Apricot Bonbons, Children's Delight, Olympic Bonbons, and Zante Currant Balls. It notes that goods are "Elegantly Packed in 5-Lb. Cartons" and made with "Best Materials and Finest Fruit Flavors." The cover features red ink on tan cardstock, with decorative Victorian-style borders, ornate typography, and a charming illustration of a bear holding a candy bar. The booklet also mentions that a complete catalog and a catalogue of Christmas goods were available. 3.

This folded advertising card, printed on brown paper, promotes the popular play "Sam'l of Posen; or, The Commercial Drummer" starring M. B. Curtis, likely for a two-week engagement at the Park Theatre in Boston commencing October 15th. The front cover features an illustration of the well-dressed character Sam'l, with the caption "The Drummer Up to Date," surrounded by ornate, period-typical decorative borders. Inside, the card provides a detailed description of "The Drummer's" personality, a humorous "Drummer's Balance Sheet" listing various "transactions" such as "Lied" and "Got drunk," and concludes with a poem titled "Poem of \"Der Drummer\"" purportedly by Chas. Francis Adams. The card utilizes distinct typography and decorative elements common in late 19th-century promotional materials.

Advertising pin promoting the 22nd Annual Grand Prize Masquerade Ball of the Cigar Makers' Union No. 14. The pin features a union label. Date: January 27, 1900.

Issue of the American Sentinel newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 16, 1833. This issue includes an advertisement for 'Seixas' Celebrated Roach and Bed Bug Bane' featuring a woodblock print of a woman using the product. It also mentions The American Porcelain Company (the name Judge Hemphil gave to the Tucker Factory).

Broadside advertisement for Astrich's Palace of Fashions, located at 115-117 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The broadside lists a variety of items for sale, including untrimmed felt hats, trimmed felt sailors, trimmed hats, flowers, half plumes, wings, aigrettes, jackets, waists, ladies' ribbed vests, ladies' ribbed shirts, men's ribbed shirts, children's merino vests and pants, corsets, and sewing machines. The advertisement highlights the various prices and sale items and encourages customers to come early for the best selection.

Broadside advertisement for Cohen Bros., merchants in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The front of the broadside is a portrait of Lucretia Garfield, wife of U.S. president James Garfield. The reverse side features a full illustration of a folding chair, with text describing the product's features and advantages. The advertisement also lists other goods sold by Cohen Bros., including lamps, albums, bibles, silverware, lace curtains, chenille covers, rugs, sewing machines, willow rockers, center tables, pictures, frames, mirrors, and more.

Broadside advertisement for N. Greenberg, a dealer in fancy dry goods, gloves, hosiery, Hamburg edgings, ladies and gents' furnishings, corsets, laces, and trimmings, as well as white shirts, laundered and unlaundered. Located at No. 33 Lisbon St., Lewiston, Maine. The broadside features a decorative image of a beehive, a corset, socks, and other items. Printed on wrapping paper.

A printed handbill advertising a song recital by Max Heinrich, assisted by Jules Jordan, to be held at Blackstone Hall in Chicago on Thursday, December 3, 1885. The handbill notes that the recital will take place only if enough subscriptions are received by November 25th. Subscriptions were set at $1.00.

A folded broadside advertisement for the Baker-Levy Chemical Co. of Indianapolis, Indiana. Dated 1892, it features instructions for using an injection treatment for gonorrhea ("Zip Kit") and an advertisement for a body lice killer. The broadside was used into 1950.

A broadside advertisement for E. Myers & Son, opticians, with locations in Plymouth and Exeter, England. The advertisement mentions that E. Myers & Son are the son-in-law of the late Mr. Solomon of Exeter. The broadside is undated, but is circa 1885.

A broadside advertisement for Henry Bornstein & Co.'s "Improved Patented Pin Hooks," priced at 25 cents per dozen. The advertisement claims numerous awards and mentions distribution at the Great Mechanics' Exhibition. Published in Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1885.

A broadside advertisement for I. Abraham Furs in St. Louis, Missouri, dated January 11, 1916. The advertisement lists prices for a wide variety of furs and pelts, including house cats, and ginseng.

This 1889 broadside advertises grapevines from Isidor Bush & Co.'s American Wine Depot in St. Louis, Missouri. The broadside lists various types of grapevines with prices and features the company's address: 213 & 215 South Second Street, St. Louis. Isidor Bush (1822-1898) was a prominent figure in St. Louis, known for his contributions to viticulture and Jewish communal life.

Broadside advertisement for J. Navaratzky's Optical Depot, located at 518 1/2 North Eight Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The advertisement is undated, but based on other materials in the collection, it likely dates from 1889.

Broadside advertising a performance of Verdi's Ernani by the Maretzek Italian Opera Company at the Boston Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts on November 17, 1866. The broadside details the performers and the date of the performance.

A printed broadside in the form of a letter from the Bernhard Ulmann Company, announcing new goods. Published in New York, New York on July 22, 1874. The broadside is printed on one side only.

A broadside advertisement for dry goods. The obverse features an image of an 1863 Indian Head penny. The reverse displays the advertisement for dry goods located at 280 Main Street. The date is January 1, 1863. The broadside is noted as a duplicate.

A broadside advertisement from Weil, Dreyfus & Co. announcing that Charles and Jacob Weil, the original founders of the company in 1864, are still in business while other partners have left. It includes the address of their New York salesroom: 538 Broadway. Published in Boston, Massachusetts, on November 11, 1889.

A broadside advertisement from Sam Simon, located at 106 S. Main Street, Oberlin, Ohio, announcing a special offer for rags at two cents a pound. The date is estimated to be around January 1, 1890, based on the donor's information.

Broadside advertisement seeking to buy mules and horses. Printed in Tompkinsville, Kentucky on December 26, 1903. The advertisement specifies the age and condition of the mules sought.

This business card advertises Herman, Schwab & Co., wholesale and retail dealers in fancy goods, located at 26 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card's front is printed on coated white card stock and features the business' name and description prominently displayed. The text is simple and elegant, characteristic of business cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This early coated business card advertises I. & A. Blumenthal, importers of fancy goods, located at No. 23 Maiden Lane, New York City. The card's design is simple and understated, typical of business cards from the period. The text clearly states the business name and address. The back of the card has handwriting that says "Country Lass 15."

This business card advertises Lazarus & Morris, described as "Practical Opticians & Oculists." The card is a straightforward design, typical of business cards of the period. The front of the card displays the business name, occupation, and address: 17 Hungerford & Cone's Block, Springs, NY. The back of the card is blank. Note: The address listed on the card, Springs, NY, seems incongruent with the geographic information provided, which is Hartford, Connecticut. It is possible this is an error, the business had multiple locations, or the location listed is related to a specific branch or aspect of the business.

A commercial broadside issued by Greil & Kohn in Selma, Alabama on September 1, 1874. The broadside likely advertised dry goods or clothing, given the subject tags associated with the item.

Printed broadside advertising the annual sale of seats in Congregation Mikveh Israel synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated 1881, it includes details on pricing for various seat classes (upstairs and downstairs), annual fees for members and renters, and rules for seat renters. The broadside also notes that unpurchased seats will be auctioned on September 11, 1881. Extracts from the Board of Directors' meeting minutes of March and June 1881 are included.

This newspaper clipping from the Daily Alta California, published in San Francisco, California on February 15, 1871, features an advertisement for matzos by E. Blochman, located at 4 Battery St. and 5 Kearny St. The advertisement mentions a price agreement among several individuals and businesses to establish a uniform low price of 12 1/2 cents per pound for matzos that season.

Issue of Dunlap's American Daily Advertiser, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 6, 1791. This issue contains an advertisement for Isaac Cohen, a doctor and surgeon, who recently arrived from Hamburg and is staying with M. Hamburg. The newspaper also announces the opening of the First Bank of the United States.

Issue of Dunlap's American Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 13, 1793. This issue contains an advertisement for a cure for deafness placed by Samuel Israel.

Issue of Dunlap's American Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 16, 1793. This issue contains advertisements for new merchandise at 14 South Front Street and for back taxes owed. It also includes mentions of Mikveh Israel Synagogue and individuals Benjamin Nones and Levi Aaron.

Issue of Dunlap's American Daily Advertiser, a Philadelphia newspaper, published on July 9, 1793. This issue includes an advertisement for curing deafness by Samuel Israel and an advertisement for new merchandise at 14 South Front Street, with a possible connection to Mikveh Israel.

Envelope advertising a home study course in Hebrew offered by the American Institute of Sacred Literature. The envelope, postmarked October 5, 1881, was addressed to John M. Swiller in Xenia, Ohio, and features an illustrated cover promoting the study of Hebrew in relation to Old Testament literature. The return address is W.R. Harper, Baptist Union Theological Seminary, Morgan Park, Chicago.

A single-sided item featuring a fifteen-year calendar and an advertisement for the sale of land scrip, farm mortgages, and city mortgages. The item's creation date is unknown, but based on the style of the advertisement it was likely created sometime in the late 19th or early 20th century. The geographic location referenced in the advertisement is unknown.

Issue of Freeman's Journal, or, the North-American Intelligencer, a newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 11, 1782. The newspaper includes an advertisement by Salomon and a notice regarding two runaway indentured servants owned by Jacob Myers of Lancaster.

Issue of Freeman's Journal, or, the North-American Intelligencer, a newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 11, 1782. This issue includes an advertisement for Haym Salomon, broker to the Office of Finance, the Consul General of France, and the Treasurer of the French Army.

Newspaper issue of the *Gazette of the United States* and *Philadelphia Daily Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 20, 1798. The issue includes advertisements for the sale or charter of a ship and for a play titled "The Jew" at the New Theatre.

Newspaper advertisement from the April 20, 1791, issue of the *Gazette of the United States*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The advertisement promotes the brokerage services of Manuel Noah, who buys and sells Continental and State Certificates. The *Gazette of the United States* was an organ of the Federalist Party.

This issue of the *Gazette of the United States*, a Federalist newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 7, 1791, features an advertisement by Manuel Noah for the buying and selling of Continental and State Certificates. The advertisement is located on page 4, column 3.

Newspaper advertisement from the *General Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 28, 1797. The advertisement mentions Patrick Rice, a Jewish clerk working for David Frank, and also contains an advertisement for rice.

A broadside advertising the wholesale grocery business of Guggenheimer & Co., located at 22 Commerce Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The broadside details prices for various goods, including roots, furs, poultry, and butter, and is dated January 22, 1881.

Advertisement indicating the sale of hand-wrought gold rings and copper items at 220 Delaware Avenue. The date is unknown, but it has been estimated to be around 1900 based on contextual clues. The advertisement features M.A. Reich.

A broadside advertisement for Lawrence & Weichselbaum, druggists and dispensing chemists, located at 158 Congress and 157 St. Julian Streets, Savannah, Georgia. The advertisement, dated circa 1870, lists a full range of merchandise.

Issue of the Leavenworth Times newspaper published in Leavenworth, Kansas on July 24, 1867. The issue contains various advertisements, news related to Custer and Native Americans, and mentions individuals such as Dr. Epstein, J. Ringolsky, Jacob Sieglitz, and S.M. Rothschild.

One-page letter written on December 9, 1867, from E. Selmehoff, Secretary of ObeF Scholem, to Isaac Leeser. The letter requests the discontinuation of an advertisement due to the organization's acquisition of a teacher. The letter's content suggests a connection to a school or educational institution and an advertisement related to its operations. The letter is part of the Isaac Leeser Papers.

A holograph letter written in English and German by Isaac Leeser to Dr. J. Ridskopf on January 10, 1860. The letter is written on the verso of a broadside advertising Dr. J. Ridskopf's Select Male & Female Academy or Classical, English and Commercial Institute located at 88 West 25th Street, near 7th Avenue, New York, New York. The letter requests a notice in the newspaper and inquires about advertisement prices.

Broadside advertisement for Levy's Letter Sheet Wholesale Prices-Current, published in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 19, 1833. Printed by Benjamin Levy, a prominent Jewish printer and publisher in New Orleans.

Page 4, column 3 of the *Massachusetts Centinel*, published in Boston, Massachusetts on September 16, 1786. This newspaper clipping features an advertisement offering a reward for the apprehension of Elkin Solomon, a Dutch Jew described as a former smuggler and juggler. The advertisement provides detailed information about Solomon's activities and appearance, noting his involvement in smuggling during the war and his profession as a broker in Baltimore by 1789.

Newspaper advertisement from the May 3, 1817, edition of the New-York Columbian, announcing the sale of medical lotteries by Judah & Lazarus. Published in New York, New York, United States.

This is a page from the April 2, 1828, edition of the New-York Enquirer, a newspaper published in New York, New York. The page features an advertisement by L.I. Cohen for a pencil and crayon manufactory located at 72 William Street. It also mentions Mordecai Manuel Noah, a prominent Jewish figure.

Newspaper advertisement from the *New-York Journal & Patriotic Register*, April 4, 1792, featuring two advertisements. One is in English and the other in French, offering auction services. The advertisement also mentions a well-known merchant involved in a commercial dispute with Thomas Jefferson, and an advertisement for books and stationery from the first Jewish book dealer in the USA.

Newspaper advertisement from the *New-York Journal & Patriotic Register*, published in New York, New York on March 24, 1792. The advertisement offers auction services in both English and French. It also includes ads for books and stationery from a merchant involved in a commercial dispute with Thomas Jefferson, and is noted as being the first Jewish book dealer in the USA.

Advertising broadside for the Olympic Theatre in New York City, for the week ending February 7, 1873. Published by the Olympic Theatre.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Intelligencer*, published in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on January 13, 1826. The clipping features an advertisement for J. I. Cohen Jr. & Brothers, a prominent Baltimore family, regarding the State Lottery of Maryland.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Intelligencer*, published in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania on January 20, 1826. The clipping features an advertisement for J. I. Cohen Jr. & Brothers, a prominent Baltimore family, and mentions the State Lottery of Maryland.

Issue of the Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1789. This issue contains advertisements, including one for an auction, and mentions Jonas Phillips and Myer Hart.

Issue of the Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 14, 1789. This issue contains advertisements, including one for an auction and advertisements by Hart & Co. and a leading merchant and banker in Easton, PA. who moved to Philadelphia in 1782.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Packet*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on December 18, 1781. The clipping features a two-inch long advertisement by Haym Salomon and a two-and-a-half-inch long advertisement by Jonas Phillips. The clipping also contains war news.

Newspaper clipping from the *Pennsylvania Packet*, dated July 14, 1781, featuring a full-page advertisement for Salomons on page 4. Page 1 lists Jacob Hart and Joseph Israel as having mail at the post office, indicating a connection to Mikveh Israel. The clipping originates from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This issue of *Flake's Bulletin*, a daily newspaper from Galveston, Texas, dated March 5, 1868, contains various local and telegraphic news, market reports, and numerous advertisements. Notably, it includes an announcement for a meeting of the "Hebrew congregation" at Goeppinger's Hall, which was the precursor to Congregation B'nai Israel. Advertisements from various Jewish merchants, including lawyer Henry Jacob Labatt, are also present. The newspaper is formatted with multiple columns of text, typical of mid-19th century periodicals.

This newspaper clipping from the Philadelphia Mercantile Advertiser, dated February 28, 1814, features an advertisement for a Hebrew book intended for Gentile readers. The advertisement is found on page 3. The clipping also mentions conversations in Hebrew and an M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.

Newspaper advertisement from the *Philadelphia Mercantile Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 2, 1814. The advertisement announces the first American edition of the Hebrew Bible without points.

Issue of Poulson's American Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 25, 1822. This issue includes a letter to the editor of the New York Commercial Advertiser (dated November 22, 1822), praising an exhibition by David G. Seixas and his students before the New Jersey Legislature. An advertisement for Simon Gratz & Brother is also featured on the front page.

Four-page program for a production of "The Mikado" at the West Brighton Beach Casino on August 2, 1886. The program features advertisements from Jewish merchants in the Lower East Side, Brooklyn, and New York City. The back page contains a Bloomingdale Brothers advertisement announcing a sale at their 3rd and 56th Street location prior to moving to their new location at 59th and 3rd Avenue.

A broadside advertisement for Stern & Mandelbaum, wholesale and retail dealers in embroideries, lace kid gloves, small wares, hosiery, corsets, etc., located at 372 & 376 Main Street, corner of Temple, Hartford, Connecticut. The broadside, printed in 1875, features woodcut illustrations of gloves, hosiery, and corsets.

Issue of *The Independent Gazetteer, Or, the Chronicle of Freedom*, a newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 29, 1787. This issue contains an advertisement for the purchase of stock, currency, and land certificates, and mentions a connection to Mikveh Israel.

Newspaper advertisement from the *Independent Gazetteer, Or, the Chronicle of Freedom*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 22, 1783. The advertisement is by Haym Salomon and concerns the sale of two slaves. News regarding the British abandoning New York City is also included.

Issue of the New York Clipper newspaper, published in New York, New York, on January 7, 1860. Page 303 contains an advertisement for Izzy Lazarus's saloon.

Issue of the Occident and American Jewish Advocate newspaper, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 21, 1859. The newspaper contains numerous Jewish advertisements for various goods and services, as well as articles on topics relevant to Jewish literature and religion. It also includes announcements regarding the need for rabbis in San Francisco and a boarding school for Jewish girls.

Three playing cards from the same deck, one being the Ace with a full advertisement. The cards are from JNo J. Levy of 177 & 179 Grand Street, New York. Circa late 1850s-early 1860s. John J. Levy was a partner of Huestis for a brief time. In 1854, Lewis I. Cohen retired, leaving the card manufactory to his son and nephew, who formed Lawrence and Cohen. In 1871, Lawrence and Cohen formed the New York Consolidated Card Company with Samuel Hart and Isaac Levy of Samuel Hart & Co., Philadelphia, and John J. Levy.

Set of three trade cards advertising the play "My Partner" during its fourth year. Each card features a full-length portrait of an actor with a quote. Only one card lists the business manager. The reverse of each card contains a full advertisement, with variations among the three. A New York Herald quote is included on at least one card. The cards are undated, but associated metadata suggests a date around 1879.

This trade card for the Bay State Clothing House in Minneapolis, Minnesota, circa 1885, features an advertisement for the clothing store located at 220 Hennepin Ave. The card's front design includes a large, snarling dog confronting a racist depiction of an Asian man, who exclaims, "OH, NO! NO! PLEASE" while the dog's speech bubble reads, "NO BITEE ME ME NO EATEE, BOW WOW PIE." The card utilizes ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name and address. 3.

This trade card advertises Cohn, The "Clothier", located in Addison, N. Y., Steuben Co., next door to the Post Office. Cohn dealt in Clothing, Hats, Caps, Gent's Furnishing Goods, Boots, Shoes, Trunks, and other items. The front of the card features a color lithographic caricature illustrating the proverb "A Stitch In Time." It depicts an older tailor, wearing spectacles, mending a pair of trousers held by a younger man with a prominent nose and a monocle. The reverse side contains a text-based advertisement for Cohn's business. 3.

This trade card features a colored illustration on the recto depicting a gentleman in a top hat driving a two-horse carriage at speed. The verso presents advertising text for "Dryfoos, Bach & Co., THE CORNER One-Price Clothiers, FREMONT, OHIO." The text uses ornate Victorian-style lettering typical of the period. The card serves as a promotional item for the clothing business. 3.

An advertisement for Greenhood & Bohm, cigar manufacturers located at 83 Walker St., New York, circa 1890. The card promotes their "Reliable" Cigars, offering a "handsome 8-day clock," which retailed at $20.00, as a bonus with the purchase of one thousand cigars for $35.00. The item features a large illustration of an ornate mantle clock with a figure seated on top, reading, and utilizes decorative Victorian-style lettering, all printed in purple ink. 3.

This trade card advertises Isaac Liberman, a dealer in Linen Goods, Laces, Fancy Goods, Jewelry & Spectacles, and 1847 Rogers & Brothers Silverware in Syracuse, New York. The card features an intricate, somewhat whimsical illustration in red and white against an olive green background, depicting a frog pulling a woman seated in an ornate carriage, surrounded by oversized mushrooms and plants. **3.

This trade card advertises Mrs. H. Loewenthal's "Continental Ladies' Suit Store," located at 641 South Street, Philadelphia. The card promotes children's clothes, ladies' underwear, and suits. The front features a vibrant, colorful illustration of pink and red flowers with green foliage and a blue ribbon/bow. The text includes prominent ornate Victorian-style lettering for "SUIT STORE," flanked by decorative asterisks, while other business details are presented in a more standard but decorative serif font. The verso of the card is blank. 3.

A trade card for R. N. Hershfield, a wholesale jeweler with locations in Leavenworth, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. The card features a red monochrome illustration depicting two children playing outdoors; a boy stands with a string, while a girl is seated in a swing. Trees and foliage form the background. The business name and addresses are printed at the top left of the card in a clear, sans-serif typeface, typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

Trade card advertising three plays at the State Theater, circa 1885. The reverse side features an advertisement. The front of the card depicts a woman's face against a black background. Cast names are featured in the advertisement.

A trade card advertising six businesses in Salem, Ohio, circa 1885. The businesses advertised are the Boston Store, H. C. Hawley's Book Store, Cohen & Brumberg's Clothing House, J. P. Stewart & Co., Lease & Bro., and M. L. Bates "The Shoe Man".

This trade card advertises A. & M. Stern, clothiers located on Broadway in Fargo, Dakota Territory. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a cat dressed in men's clothing. The cat is sitting on a small stool, wearing a top hat, bowtie, and tuxedo jacket. The cat appears to be looking at the viewer with a sly expression. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed on early glossy stock, advertises A. Adler, a dry goods merchant located at 26 West King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address in a simple, formal typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Benesch's Installment House, located at 109 South Broadway, between Gough and Bank Streets, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a hat. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [The card was printed by Leon Meyers & Co., which merged with Pictorial Printing in 1885.]

This trade card advertises A. Birnbaum & Son, Fashionable Clothiers, located at 144 Springfield Avenue, Newark, New Jersey. The card features an illustration of a young girl, possibly named Rosie, dressed in a fashionable outfit. She stands against a background with a floral design. The card is 3 by 4 3/8 inches in size. The front of the card features a red border with a gold and white floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. C. Einstein & Bro., printers and jobbers. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two kittens. The back of the card has a comical image of a grasshopper bumping into a man. The back of the card also includes a detailed description of the business's services and location, including the address, 2707 Morgan Street.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of A. Feldenheimer in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a woman having a gold necklace placed on her by Cupid. The background includes a red curtain. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a pocket watch advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Hirshberg, a tailor located in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black woman who appears frazzled after a day at the beach. She is wearing a dress and a straw hat. The back of the card lists Harry Hirshberg as the salesman and the business address as 1547 Main Street. The card is approximately 4.5 inches by 2.75 inches.

This trade card advertises A. Kahn's Cheap Store, located at 275 & 277 Larrabee Street, corner of Rees Street, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a cat and a spider. The back of the card contains additional details about the store and its offerings. The card advertises that the store is selling out at cost price.

This trade card advertises A. Kaufman's Double Combination Store located at 1241 & 1243 11th Street in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features an illustration of a man in colonial garb, possibly a merchant, standing next to a cat. The illustration appears to be a caricature of the man. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The card is bordered in a blue, gray, and white pattern.

This trade card advertises A. Koenig, a boot and shoe merchant located at 123 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy fishing. The boy stands in water, using a fishing pole and line, and is surrounded by water plants. The text on the card is in black lettering on a white background, with an ornate border. The back of the card is blank.

This is a miniature Victorian-era trade card for A. L. Frankenthal, a dealer in pocket books and leather articles located at 3 Temple Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an ornate design, and a dark and decorative background. The card is small, measuring 1 3/4 inches by 1 1/8 inches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Levy & Sons, a general store located at the corner of Main and First Streets in Woodland, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a pig being chased by a dog. The background depicts a wooden fence and a field. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Levy Lion Clothing Stores, located at 1307 Eleventh Ave., Altoona, PA and 248 North Second Street, Philadelphia, PA. The card features a giraffe and the phrase 'Lion Clothing Stores.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Oppenhimer, a wholesale jobber in clothing and furnishing goods, located at 1401, corner of Main and Fourteenth Streets, Richmond, Virginia. The card features a simple design, with the business name and address printed in bold, sans-serif font. It is a single-sided card and the back is blank. The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock.

Trade Card - COMICAL CHILD IN AN OVER SIZED MANS SHIRT; 1013 MAIN STREET; BACK DETAILED SCHEDULE OF FIRE WORKS DISPLAYS ON 31 OCT. & 3 NOV; At Library of Congress Exhibit in Cinn.(AJA) during 2005;....Andrew Saks, a German-Jewish immigrant, started his clothing business in Washington, D.C., in 1867, under the name A. Saks & Co. He later expanded to several cities including Richmond, VA, and New York City. The 1013 Main Street, Richmond location was one of these early branches-part of a growing regional chain under Andrew Saks' leadership.

Trade Card - A. Saks & Co. the Leading Clothiers 316 Seventh St. WASHINGTON DC... Andrew Saks, a German-Jewish immigrant, started his clothing business in Washington, D.C., in 1867, under the name A.?Saks & Co. He later expanded to several cities including Richmond, VA, and New York City.

This trade card advertises A. Selig, a milliner located at 38 West 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a small illustration of two children standing in front of a blackboard, with one pointing to something on it. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for A. Selig's millinery business.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street to the corner of Summer Street. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy in a Knickerbocker outfit. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black ink on a white background.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy wearing a Hammersmith outfit. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is one of five cards featuring birds and animals that advertise A. Shuman and Company, located at 440 Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a cormorant. The back of the card displays a full advertisement, showing two outfits. Each card in the set displays a different set of outfits on the back.

This trade card, one of a set of five, advertises A. Shuman and Company, a clothing retailer located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a beautifully illustrated king penguin. The back of the card is a full advertisement displaying two outfits. Each card in this set features a different animal on the front, and the back of each card shows a different selection of outfits.

This trade card, number 4 of a set of 5 bird/animal cards, advertises A. Shuman and Company, clothiers located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front features a beautifully rendered illustration of a loon. The verso showcases a full advertisement for the business, displaying two different outfits. Each card in the set likely depicted a different outfit on the verso.

This is one of a set of five trade cards advertising A. Shuman and Company, a clothing retailer located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. This card features a beautifully rendered illustration of a red squirrel on the front. The back of the card includes a full advertisement showcasing two different outfits. The illustration on each card in the set depicts a different animal. [A. Shuman and Company were known for their high-quality clothing and haberdashery, and their trade cards were a popular way to advertise to potential customers. The company was likely founded by A. Shuman, but details about the company's history are limited].

This trade card advertises A. Simon, a clothing merchant located at 98 Washington Street in Hoboken, New Jersey. The card features an illustration of a child wearing a rose hat. The text on the card also indicates that this card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Stern, a dry goods merchant located at 7th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. The front of the card is a die-cut fan shape with a design of grapes and vines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises a new store owned by A. Wurtenberg in Glens Falls, New York. The front of the card features a child wearing a white head covering. The back of the card is blank. [It is noted that Wurtenberg is a member of the Jewish Publication Society (JPS).]

This trade card advertises Abe Steinberg & Bro., a clothing and menswear store located at 184 & 186 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. The card features a die-cut image of a boy and a dog, with the business name and address printed below the image. The verso of the card is blank. The card measures approximately 9-1/8 inches tall and 6 inches wide.

This large, vintage trade card advertises Abe Steinberg & Bro., clothiers and gentlemen's furnishers, located at 184 & 186 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. The card features a die-cut image of a girl and a dog. The back of the card is blank.

This small trade card, measuring approximately 2.5 by 4 inches, advertises Acker & Sons, a dry goods merchant located on Main Street in Morenci, Michigan. The front of the card is primarily a stock card for W. Rosenthal, Mfg. in Baltimore.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., a clothing store located at 31 & 33 Washington Ave., S. in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a young girl dressed in a colorful outfit standing inside a large, open Easter egg decorated with red, blue, and gold designs. The illustration depicts the girl holding a toy hammer and wearing a white hat with a colorful bow. She appears to be peering out of the Easter egg, looking at the viewer. The back of the card provides further details about the store and its offerings.

This trade card advertises Armand Dalsheimer, a clothing merchant located at 134 & 136 North Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with an oversized head. The illustration appears to be a parody of traditional clothing advertisements. The card is primarily white with black ink, with a faint yellow background. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards for Arthur Kohn, a clothing store located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a black bird perched on a red pillow. A young boy is standing in front of an easel, wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, a business located at 707 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a cottage by a pond, with trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, located at 707 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a scene of a farm with flowers in a field. There are also horses and buildings. The card has a brown border and is printed in shades of blue, brown, and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a clothing store located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lively illustration of men playing football. The card advertises a “One Price Clothing House,” and mentions that car fare will be paid on purchases of $2.00 or more. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features a red border and the name of the business is written in black text. The card is printed in black ink and features a blue background. The card is formatted as a horizontal rectangle.

This trade card is a stock card for The Demorest Emporium of Fashions in New York City. It features a color lithograph of two cherubs. The verso of the card features local retailer advertising for Bamberger & Loeb, who were dealers in hats, bonnets, feathers, flowers, silks, velvets, ribbons, neckties, ruches, collars, cuffs, laces, crepe, crepe veils, hosiery, corsets, bustles, gloves, underwear, embroidery, fringes, ladies' coats, and linen dresses. The back of the card advertises their location: 26 and 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA.

This trade card advertises Bennison, Liebmann & Co. at 1157 and 1159 in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts children in a boat on a body of water. The image is a stylized, simple line drawing. [Bennison and Liebmann were dry-goods merchants in Oakland, California. The business operated in the late 19th century.]

The trade card advertises Bronner & Co., a clothing store located at 610-618 Broadway, New York, NY. The front of the card depicts a mail carrier in a uniform walking with a mail bag. The card is visually interesting as it includes a map of the United Kingdom. The reverse side of the card displays a full advertisement for Bronner & Co. The card also includes a second address for the business, 20 Asylum St., Hartford, Connecticut.

This trade card advertises Bronner & Co., fashionable clothiers located at 404 to 414 Main Street in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young Chinese child. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Brooks & Spiegel, furniture dealers. The front of the card is in the shape of a tambourine. A woman in a blue dress with pink flowers in the background is featured. The back of the card displays a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises C. I. Baumgartner, a dry goods store with locations in both Lambertville and Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman in a Japanese-style dress. The illustration is likely intended to evoke an exotic or fashionable image associated with imported goods, a common marketing strategy in the late 19th century. The back of the card has additional details and locations for the store.

This trade card advertises C. W. Freeman, a jeweler located at 203 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a girl in a winter scene with a dog at her feet, a duck fleeing in the background.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of C. W. Freeman, located at 195 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a mother and baby. The mother is approaching a table with food in her hand while the baby is calling for food. The mother's head is hidden by the business advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cahn's Celebrated Cincinnati Candies, located at 161 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls enjoying themselves in a park setting. One of the girls sits on a bench while the other looks over her shoulder. There are trees and foliage in the background, creating a serene atmosphere. The card features a decorative border. This card was featured in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Cataract Clothing House, owned by S. Eiseman & Co., located in the Cataract Block of Sioux Falls, Dakota Territory. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a clown with two boys. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Cataract Clothing House, owned by S. Eiseman & Co., located in Sioux Falls, Dakota Territory. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with a large head and a small body. He wears a top hat and a suit with a vest. The back of the card is blank. The illustration is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of boys playing hockey on the ice. The background shows a frozen lake, trees and a red barn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Feder, a clothing store located at 213 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman holding a pansies bouquet, with a background featuring buildings and trees. The back of the card includes further advertising information. [The business was owned by Charles Feder.]

This trade card advertises Charles Feder's clothing store located at 213 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a floral arrangement, primarily featuring roses. The card's background is a light cream color and includes a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Simon's shoe store in Syracuse, New York. The card features a black baby laying on a blanket. The front of the card lists two addresses: 248 & 248 1/2 North Salina Street, and the business's branch location, 147 North Salina Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Zornow, a dealer in fine jewelry located at 80 Avenue A in New York. The card is a simple design, featuring the business name and address in bold text. The card has a black border and is printed on white paper.

This trade card advertises the Chicago Clothing Co. located in South Belvidere, Illinois. The front of the card shows a girl sitting on a bench. The back of the card is blank. D. Cohn was the manager of the store.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton. The front of the card features a colorful design that highlights the brand's name and logo. The back of the card features a full advertisement for S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co., retailers who likely carried Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton products. [S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co. were likely Jewish merchants and were most likely located in the southern United States. ]

This trade card advertises Clark's Spool Cotton, sold by Simon, Manasse & Co. in Hanford, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman holding a baby. The illustration is likely intended to represent the importance of thread in sewing clothing for children. The back of the card includes more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Bro.'s, a clothing and furnishing goods store located at 142 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features four kittens wearing blue ribbons sitting atop a cigar holder. The back of the card is blank. The card was on exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati, Ohio, during 2005.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Glens Falls, New York. The card features an illustration of a child's head emerging from an envelope. This trade card is part of a set of four. [The card was displayed in a Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio, during 2005.]

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, importers and dealers in ladies', infants', and gents' furnishing goods. Located at 289 Sixth Avenue, corner 18th Street, New York City, Cohen Brothers appears to be liquidating their stock, as the back of the card announces the dissolution of their partnership. The front of the card features a colorful lithograph of a banner advertising Cohen Brothers, along with a sun, two scary, demon faces, a sailing ship, and a bird. The card measures 2-1/8 inches by 4-1/8 inches.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand. The card features a photograph of a two-story building with a large storefront. It appears to be a corner store located on a busy street. Above the storefront is a sign that reads 'Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand'. The image is in black and white, and the lettering on the sign is faded. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Cohn, Levy & Co. who were sole agents for Epicure Tea in Quincy, California. The front of the card features a comical boy eating bread with a pig. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Gluckman's Fashionable Boot and Shoe Store in Hollister, California. The card features an image of a young woman in shorts, standing against a backdrop of flowers. The front of the card displays the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Levy's Millinery & Fancy Goods located at 197 Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features an illustration of children riding a donkey. The image is surrounded by a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Mayer, a millinery and fancy goods store located at 273 Grand Street, New York, New York. The card is printed on glossy stock. The front of the card features a woodcut illustration of a bonnet, along with an extensive advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Wetzler's Meat Market located at 2292 First Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a man carrying books with a background image of a building. The text below the image notes that the market does not sell pork. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement.

This trade card advertises David Zabinski, a one-price boot and shoe dealer located at 1499 Third Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a girl holding a sword. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The card also references two other shoe businesses: E.C. Burt's Fine Shoes and P. Cox & Bro. School Shoes.

This trade card advertises Deimel & Schermer, clothiers in Herkimer, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two children trying on shoes. One child is sitting on a bench, wearing a dark dress, and the other child, who is wearing a light-colored suit, is trying on a shoe. The background includes what appears to be a storefront with a large sign that says 'Deimel & Schermer.' The back of the card includes more information about the business, including the company's address and a variety of clothing advertised.

This trade card advertises Dr. Vineberg, an optician located at 2 North Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a photograph of two children dressed as adults. A boy is playing doctor, examining a girl's doll. The card states that consultations are free. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Epstein, a jeweler, watchmaker, and optician located at 128 and 72 Main Street in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The front of the card features two large, colorful illustrations of merchandise including jewelry, clocks, and optical supplies. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco. The card features a unique illustration of a boy holding a paintbrush in front of a large bird perched on a red pillow. The front of the card is designed with a red and black border, while the back features a full advertisement for summer fashions.

This trade card advertises E. J. Levy & Co., a dry goods store located at 213 E. Broad Street, New York. The card features a whimsical illustration of children riding in an egg-shaped hot air balloon, surrounded by clouds. The card's obverse is blank. [E. J. Levy & Co. is listed in the Dry Goods Economist, Volume 66, Issue 4, suggesting the business existed in the late 1880s.]

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a fine shoe store located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two cupids holding a single shoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati by the American Jewish Archives during 2005. [This card is likely from a business run by Rosenbloom Bros. It is uncertain whether the business was a shoe store or a clothing store. The name of the store itself is not mentioned on the card.]

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a store located at 8th Avenue and 24th Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features an image of a young boy with a playmate on his back. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the store.

This large vintage trade card advertises Emerich, Straus & Co., furniture retailers located at 257 & 259 State Street in Chicago. The front of the card features an illustration of a dove holding a red rose. The back of the card is a full advertisement announcing the grand opening of the store.

This trade card advertises F. W. Rosenthal & Co., a business specializing in fine paper hangings. The card is printed on a light blue background with a black border and features a humorous illustration of a man preparing to kill a goose. The man is dressed in black and white, with a top hat, and is holding a knife in his right hand, pointing towards a goose that is tied to a chair. The goose looks fearful and appears to be trying to escape. The front of the card also includes the company's address: 410 & 412 North Fourth Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Famous Clothing House, owned by Morris Weil, at 642 Penn St. in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a house covered in snow, with a large tree to the left and a smaller tree to the right. The back of the card provides a full advertisement with prices for various articles of clothing. [Morris Weil was born in Reading, Pennsylvania on June 9, 1862, to Solomon and Rosa (Levy) Weil.]

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a toy dealer located at 526 Market Street and 21 to 25 Sutter Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a child holding a large lobster he has caught. He is wearing a blue shirt, white pants, and a cap. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Feld & Fine, dealers in carpets, furniture, and stoves located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The card features an image of a cherub in clouds on the front. The card indicates the store is at the southwest corner of 6th and Main Streets (Gatt House), Cincinnati, OH. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed on pink stock, advertises the clothing business Fink & Abrams located at 88 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The front of the card is illustrated with a figure with a large, round, white belly in front of a building. The top of the building is not visible, but what appears to be a door is seen in the middle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a girl in a winter coat and hat, along with a muffler and purse. The back of the card has a full advertisement in German. The card has a brown border.

This green trade card announces Fleischner's opening days on November 23rd and 24th, 1880. The card features a frog sitting on a cannon, with a cannonball behind the cannon. The card's front is printed in green ink. The text is printed in white. The address 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, is located at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's Clothing, located at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of four cats and kittens sitting on a flute, with a floral backdrop. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia retailer specializing in handkerchiefs, scarfs, ties, and children's clothing. The front of the card features a vibrant illustration of children ice-skating on a frozen lake in a snowy landscape. One child wears a red jacket, one wears a blue jacket, and another wears a brown jacket, all with warm hats and mittens. The card also highlights that the store is located at 113 & 115 N. 8th and 733 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Salabes, a pawnbroker located at 57 Harrison Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of two women kissing. The illustration appears to be hand drawn with an intricate border around the two women. The back of the card is blank. [George Salabes died in 1907 and was buried at the Baltimore Hebrew Cemetery.]

This trade card advertises the Golden Eagle, a clothing store located at 369-371 E. Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The card features a metamorphic design showing a man before and after a war, presumably the Civil War. The before image depicts a man dressed in civilian clothing, while the after image shows him wearing a military uniform. The card has an eagle design and the business name appears at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Brothers, jewelers in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman wearing flowers. The card mentions De Young's Jeweler in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania with an address of 704 Chestnut Street.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith, Stein & Co., a boot and shoe manufacturing company located at 56 & 58 Market Street in the Farwell Building, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a detailed lithograph illustration of their factory and offices, suggesting a large and established company. The back is blank. The card is printed in a variety of colors.

This trade card advertises Gradwohl & Cohen, meat dealers. The front of the card features a lithograph of a sheep and a cow, highlighting the company's focus on high-quality beef, veal, and mutton. The card also mentions that the company's stall is located at No. 60 in the Washington Market. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed on glossy stock.

This trade card advertises Greenberg & Cohn's, a retail store located at 121 S. Adams St., Peoria, Illinois. It is labelled “The Star Cheap Store”. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl standing next to a lamb. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Grossman & Bergen, a shoe store located at 599 Fulton Street in Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features a yellow rose in a circular frame. The back of the card is blank. This card is oriented horizontally.

This trade card advertises H. L. Spiesman, a clothing merchant located at 19 Union Block, 1st Ave in Corry, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a whimsical scene, with a boy in a high shoe acting as a boat, carrying a girl in a dress. The back of the card features an advertisement for Edwin Burt, a New York based clothing merchant. The back of the card also includes the text 'National Card of Edwin Burt'.

This trade card advertises H. Oppenheimer, a Gents Furnisher located at 306 Grand Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features an image of a woman holding opera glasses. The back of the card has a detailed advertisement. The background of the card is white.

This is a trade card advertising H. Sack, a dealer in French and American window glass located at 2303 Eighth Avenue, New York. The card is a straight card with a black border. The front of the card is in black and white with bold lettering and the business name and address. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Simler, a shoe store located at 153 Kansas Avenue in Topeka, Kansas. The front of the card features a humorous image of a drunken sailor. The sailor's hat has fallen off his head and he's leaning against a post, looking disoriented. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Cohen, a boot and shoe merchant located at 8 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a boy stuck in an apple tree. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Herman Jantzen, a clothing store located at 284 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The card features a simple design with a prominent advertisement for Herman Jantzen in bold letters. The card is printed in black and white. [There is a smaller image on the card of a man with glasses, but there isn't enough information about the card for us to ascertain what it is advertising].

This trade card advertises Hirschfield's, a one-price clothing store located at the corner of 4th and Northampton Streets in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bluebird and a robin fighting over a branch. The back of the card is blank. The card is approximately 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches.

This trade card is a four-page booklet advertising the services of I. Bedicheimer, a jeweler at 160 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front page features a small illustration of a man and woman standing beside a table with a variety of jewelry. The second and third pages list various types of jewelry offered by the store, including diamonds, watches, and jewelry sets. There are several images illustrating the different types of jewelry. The back page of the booklet includes a list of the store's specialties, including diamond rings, watches, and jewelry repairs. The card was likely printed around 1885.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's Clothing House, located at 13 & 15 North Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a man standing in snow. He is holding a gun in his right hand. The card is bordered with a blue, green, and red patterned strip and has a black background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's Clothing House, located at 13 & 15 North Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children sledding down a snowy hill. The illustration depicts a boy in a red coat and a girl in a blue coat, with other children behind them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's Clothing House located at 13 & 15 North Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a house with a snowy roof against a seaside landscape. It's possible this image represents the home of the owner, I. H. Brounstein. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's Clothing House, located at 13 & 15 North Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a man pulling a sleigh through the snow. He is dressed in a dark overcoat, fur-trimmed hat, and gloves, and he is looking forward while steering the sleigh. There are buildings visible in the background, along with a horse pulling the sleigh. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Steinberg, an upholsterer located at 52 Orchard Street, New York City. The front of the card is pink and features the business name and address in black lettering. The card also includes the telephone number, 975 Orchard. The back of the card is blank. The image is of a card with a pink color scheme, with the company name and address in dark lettering.

This trade card advertises I. Weinberg's Silk and Dress Goods House, located at 149 Eutaw Street. The front of the card features an illustration of a bouquet of flowers with birds. There is also a text block that includes the business's name and address. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Isaac Goldsmith, a jeweler and men's furnisher, located at 654 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative border with stylized floral motifs. The text is set in a bold typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Goldsmith, Jr., a clothier located at the corner of Centre Square and Third Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, white dog with a red collar sitting next to a pink rose. This image may be intended to represent a brand or product, although it is not clear what is being advertised. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of a three-part set, advertises Isaac Rothschild, a clothier located in Davenport, Iowa. The card features a comical owl with a long, curved beak and large, round eyes. The owl is wearing a top hat and has a human-like expression. The text 'ISAAC ROTHSCHILD, DAVENPORT, IOWA' is prominently displayed on the card. The card is printed on a pale pink background, and the owl is outlined in black with a brown, white, and black pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isidor Alkus's Boots and Shoes store located at 553 & 555 Broadway in Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration depicting an astronomy lesson, with a telescope pointed towards the sky. A small figure is pointing at the telescope. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. & A. Cohen, a business located in East Batavia, Illinois. The front of the card displays a whimsical illustration of a cottage nestled near a pond. The text mentions a stock card for Down's Corset and millinery. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. & A. Cohen, a millinery located in East Batavia, Illinois. The front of the card features a small child lying down and possibly playing. The card is a stock card advertising Down's Corset.

This trade card advertises J. Blankenstein, a wholesale tobacconist with locations at 30 Vesey Street and 630 8th Avenue. The front of the card features a comic romance scene. The card is part of a set of four cards. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Blankenstein, a wholesale tobacconist with locations at 30 Vesey Street and 630 8th Avenue in New York City. The card is part of a four-card set. This card, the third in the set, features a comical romantic illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Blankenstein, a wholesale tobacconist located at 30 Vesey Street and 630 8th Avenue, New York City. The card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman in a romantic scene. The illustration is part of a set of four cards, and this card represents the “first quarter.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of a set of four, advertises J. Blankenstein, a wholesale tobacconist with locations at 30 Vesey Street and 630 8th Avenue. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a romantic couple beneath a full moon. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. D. Levy & Co., a clothing merchant located at 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street in Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a farmer leading a calf while a dog chases them. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business. The trade card is dated 1883.

This trade card advertises J. Feld & Co., a Merchant Tailor located at 1152 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of two girls at the beach. The back of the card is blank. [J. Feld & Co. was likely a Jewish-owned business, contributing to the vibrant Jewish community in San Francisco during this period].

This trade card, one of five in the collection, advertises J. Feld & Co., a merchant tailor located at 1152 Market Street, San Francisco. The card features a scenic illustration of a city with a bridge and water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Friedlander, a jeweler located at 264 1/2 Bowery, New York City. The front of the card is a simple black and white design, with the business name and address printed in bold lettering. The card is quite small and appears to be from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, die-cut in the shape of an advertising fan, advertises J. Levy & Son Dry Goods of Canandaigua, New York. It is dated Spring and Summer 1884. The card lists ribbons, lace, gloves, hosiery, and corsets as items for sale.

This trade card, die-cut in the shape of a paint easel, advertises J. Levy Dry Goods of New York City. Located at 93rd Street and Avenue B, the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a basket on the front. The reverse side contains advertising text. The card measures 4 inches by 3 inches.

This trade card advertises J. Levy's Star Clothing House, located at 130 Washington Street in Binghamton, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration in red. A cat is being teased. The back of the card provides a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises J. Levy's Star Clothing House, located at 130 Washington Street in Binghamton, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a wife finding a hair on her husband's coat. She is pointing to the hair with a horrified expression. The back of the card has a full advertisement for J. Levy's business.

This trade card advertises J. Lichtenstein, a business located at 285 & 287 Grand Street, New York City. The card features two colorful illustrations of birds. One is a trogon, a tropical bird that eats insects. The other is a sun-collared bird that drinks nectar, like a hummingbird. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Lichtenstein, a business located at 285 & 287 Grand Street in New York City. The card is illustrated with two colorful images of exotic birds, one a blue-bellied lorikeet and one a pale-headed parrot. The background is a simple, textured pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schnurman, Son & Co., located at 713 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design of roses. The card is bordered with a decorative, light-blue design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the J. Solomon Boot & Shoe Store, located at 417 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black and white drawing of a storefront with a sign above it, and a man holding a shoe, with a woman beside him, walking toward the store. There are two men inside the store, and a shoe display case in the window. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. M. Brunswick & Balke Co., manufacturers of billiard and pool tables and dealers in sporting goods, ten-pin balls and pins. The card features a young boy playing croquet on the front. The back has a full advertisement. The card is approximately 3 x 4 inches.

This trade card advertises J.S. Lewis & Co., a jewelry and watchmaking business located on Main Street in Ogden, Utah. The front of the card features an extensive advertisement with text describing their products and services. The card is bordered by an elaborate black and white pattern and a decorative line of images resembling beads. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob A. Spitzer, a shoemaker located at 927 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a bird. The background is plain, and the text includes the business name, address, and occupation.

This trade card advertises Jacob Katz's Cheap Cash Store, a dry goods store located at 1037, 1039, 1041, and 1043 Winnebago Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a simple design, printed in black and white, with the store's name and address prominent at the top. Below that, the text 'Dry Goods Hats' is printed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Mayer, a clothier located at the Southeast corner of Centre Square and Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design with roses. [Mayer was active in Jewish community affairs]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Salm, a watchmaker and jeweler located at the corner of First and Tchoupitoulas streets, No. 3 Lafayette, Salem, Massachusetts. The front of the card lists his services and address in both English and German.

This large, die-cut trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein, boot and shoe merchants located at the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, under the New York Savings Bank. The front of the card features a picture of a girl standing on an easel. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business. The card is folded in half with an easel stand.

This trade card advertises Johnston & Goodman, a retailer of misses' and children's cloaks and suits located at 360 Broadway, New York, New York. The front of the card features the business name and address in bold, sans-serif text with an ornate decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jonas Bloch's fine clothing store in Carondelet, Missouri. The card offers a 15-cent discount and features a list of premiums on the back. Carondelet is a neighborhood in southeastern St. Louis, Missouri, and was incorporated as an independent city in 1851 before being annexed by St. Louis in 1870. This card is likely from the 1890s, given the design style.

This trade card advertises Jonas Bloch's fine clothing store in Carondelet, Missouri. The front of the card features an advertisement for Bloch's store, while the back lists premiums offered to customers. The card features a red and black color scheme, with red text.

This trade card advertises Jonas Lauer, a clothier in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a girl sailing a boat in a serene setting. The business address, 321 Lackawanna Avenue, is prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jonas Levy's New York Clothing Co., located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy sailing a boat with a bow and arrow, suggesting a sense of adventure and style associated with the clothing store. The card also includes hand-written information on the front indicating that the original location was 116 Northampton Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos Mandelbaum, a boot and shoe store located at 20 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The card features a simple, typographic design with the business name, 'JOS MANDELBAUM BOOTS SHOES,' prominently displayed in bold, uppercase lettering. The address, '20 South Pearl St. ALBANY NY,' is listed below the business name. The front of the card is white with black text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Friedlander & Bro., opticians located at 8 Maiden Lane, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a pair of eyeglasses. The back of the card has a full advertisement with more details about the business.

This trade card advertises Jos. Suess & Co., Enterprise Boot & Shoe Store, located at 1009 West Lake Street, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a young girl holding a large egg and doves. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features a pink rose. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement for Joseph Mendel & Son, Watchmakers and Jewelers, located at 125 Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. They also offered money loans on diamonds.

This trade card advertises Joshua Schnurman's new dry goods store located at 713 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of children, one of whom is dressed as a little Bo-Peep, looking out from a window. The text on the card notes that the store is located opposite the post office. The card's back side is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Lando Optical, located at 419 East Water Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card is a fine lithograph with an illustration of a bird. The text above and below the image reads 'Eyes, Spectacles & Binoculars.' The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, dry goods merchants located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two women in long dresses serving tea. [The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio during 2005.]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kast's Fine Shoes, a shoe store located at 738 & 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a young sailor boy dropping a pail of water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kaufmann & Goldsmith, located at 843 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, features a comical illustration of a boy riding a donkey on the seashore. The front of the card is printed with the name of the business and its address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kempner & Greenberg, clothiers, is designed to appeal to children. The front of the card features a young boy dressed as a knight, standing on a block, while a young girl watches. There are trees and a building in the background. The front of the card is printed in red, blue, and black, with a red and black border. The card is blank on the back.

This trade card advertises the dry goods business of L. Cohen in Troy, New York. The card features a red rose with a stylized stem and leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Danziger's Howard Clothing House, located at 25 Howard Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an intricate floral design. The back of the card is a broadside to customers informing them that L. Danziger is still alive and also buying clothing. [There are no further details available about L. Danziger.]

This trade card advertises L. I. Levy, who offered gloves, hosiery, and corsets. The front of the card features the words 'National Stock Card' at the top. It features Demorest Reliable Patterns advertised for L. I. Levy. The address, 721 & 723 Washington St., Boston, is listed at the bottom of the card. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises L. Kriegesmann, a shirt maker and gent's furnishings merchant located at 76 Chatham Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features a racist cartoon. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black and white and features a bold graphic design.

This trade card advertises L. Marks, a hatter and men's furnisher located at 323 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays the business name in bold, large letters at the top. Below the business name is a stylized illustration of a gentleman's hat. The card is printed in black and white, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenheim, Bro. & Co., a dry goods store in Nashville, Tennessee. The front of the card features a hand holding a bouquet of roses. The back of the card contains a full printed letter.

The front of the card advertises L. Rothenberg & Co., a German pharmacy located in New York. The card is printed with the business name, 'L. Rothenberg & Co.' in black ink, followed by 'NEW YORK GERMAN PHARMACY' in red ink and 'NEW YORK N Y' in black ink. The card appears to be printed on thin, white cardboard. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Schiff & Co., a dry goods store located on Ferry Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features two lovebirds perched on a branch, surrounded by lush foliage. The birds are painted in vibrant colors, creating a sense of tropical beauty. The background includes a scenic landscape with a winding path and distant hills. The back of the card contains further advertising for the business, including a listing of their goods and services.

This is one of four trade cards advertising Lansburgh & Bro., a dry goods store located at 420 and 406 Seventh Street in Washington, D.C. The front of the card depicts a teacher with two clown boys. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of four trade cards for Lansburgh & Bro., a dry goods store located at 420 and 406 Seventh Street NW, Washington, D.C. This card features a teacher and two young clown-like boys, and the inscription “Dry Goods”. The reverse of the card is blank. [Lansburgh & Bro. was a prominent dry goods store in Washington, D.C. It was founded by brothers Isaac and Jacob Lansburgh.]

This trade card advertises Lazare & Schroeder, a clothing store located in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys holding a sign with the store's name and advertisement. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card appears to be a black and white printed image.

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., Fashionable Clothiers, located at 6th & South Sts., Philadelphia, Pa. The front of the card features a child in sailor suit garb sitting near the seashore with a sand pail and shovel. Sailboats can be seen in the distance. The reverse of the card features a testimonial about how the business reduces prices while you purchase.

This trade card advertises Levin Bros., manufacturers and dealers in store fixtures, with a specialty in restaurant fixtures. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a roll top desk. The address listed on the card is 121 Bowery, 3 doors below Canal Street, New York.

This trade card advertises Levingston's Shoe and Boot Store, located at 1831 W. 9th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. The front of the card features a humorous illustration depicting a scene of domestic violence. The back of the card is dated for the 1882 Spring season.

This trade card advertises Levinstein & Campbell, a manufacturer of cotton goods, with offices at 25 New Chamber Street, New York City. The card notes that the company’s manufacturing works are located in Manchester, England. The card's back side is blank.

This trade card advertises Levy & Hiller, The Leading Clothiers in Waverly, Iowa. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl sitting in a half-shell, possibly referencing the clothing store's name or logo. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. The card is oversized, measuring about 9.5 inches at its tallest point.

This trade card advertises Levy & Katzman, a Memphis, Tennessee business, with a focus on ladies' slippers and gaiters. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys playing in a boat. One of the boys is diving into the water. The card lists a variety of shoe styles, including hand-sewed slippers and gaiters, white slippers and sandals, Louis XV heeled slippers and gaiters, and men's embroidered and plain slippers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Levy & Stearn's Fancy Goods and Toy Bazaar in Cleveland, Ohio, features an illustration of Santa Claus holding a large sack filled with toys. He is standing next to a Christmas tree decorated with ornaments and candles. The card has a Victorian aesthetic, with ornate borders and lettering. It is likely intended to be used for the holiday season to attract customers to their store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levy & Wolf, located at 317 Main Street, Houston, Texas, and J&T Cousins, a New York-based shoe company. The front of the card features a full-figured Victorian woman in a stylish dress. This image, along with the text, likely advertises the “Boston Shoe Store,” a specialty shop that carried fine shoes for women. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a floral design and wishes the recipient a prosperous 1884. The card was issued by Levy, Heineman & Co., located at 71 Summer Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The back of the card is blank.

The card is a die cut of a boy in a clown costume. Levy, Price & Co. is printed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levy's Golden Horseshoe Clothing Store located at 226 Main Street. [The location is unknown and it is possible that the street name is abbreviated.] The front of the card shows a group of children standing by the store's window, seemingly looking at a sign. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card, die-cut in the shape of a trunk, advertises Lieberman & Kaufmann, trunk manufacturers, located at 92 & 94 Whitehall Street in Atlanta, Georgia. The front of the card depicts a winter scene, with a snowy cityscape in the background. The text on the card indicates that the firm was featured in a Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Liebman & Davis, a music dealer located at 27 South Phelps Street, Youngstown, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a humorous scene of musicians playing instruments in a band. The musicians appear to be enjoying themselves, and the card is a playful representation of music and the joy of making it. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods store located at 903 & 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a drawing of a boy in a blue suit and a large, cracked egg on the ground. It is one of four cards in a series. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Lippmann's located at 903 & 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The card is adorned with a charming illustration featuring children and bugs. The front of the card features a colorful, whimsical scene of two children interacting with a variety of bugs, including bees. The illustrations are depicted in a cartoonish style, with exaggerated features. One child appears to be holding a jar containing bugs, while the other is reaching out to touch a butterfly. The image creates a sense of wonder and whimsy, likely appealing to a child audience. This card is part of a set of three.

This is one of four trade cards advertising Lippmann's, a dry goods store located at 903 & 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a young girl in a pink dress with a large, colorful egg. It is not clear if the egg is a toy or being used for a specific product advertised on the card. There is a blue border surrounding the image and text. The back of this card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's Dry Goods and Clothing Store in Oakland, California, at 903 & 905 Broadway. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children interacting with bugs in a fantasy setting. The children are dressed in colorful clothing and the bugs are realistically depicted. The card is one of a three card set. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods and general merchandise store located at 903 & 905 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children and insects. There is a snail and a large bug with wings and legs on the right side of the card. The card is part of a set of three, and this is the first card in the set. The back of the card is blank. The card features a whimsical, cartoonish illustration of children playing in a park-like setting. There are trees, flowers, a rabbit, a bird, and a cat in the background. The children appear to be dressed in clothing from the Victorian era. The design is colorful and playful, and it is likely meant to appeal to children and adults alike.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods and general merchandise store located at 903 and 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a child riding a bird with a stylized and colorful design. Text on the card indicates that Lippmann's is located “two doors down at Eighth.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods store located at 903 & 905 Broadway, Oakland, California. The card features a girl in a pink dress holding a large egg, perhaps referencing the store's sale of clothing or other goods. The card has a red border and a black and white illustration. This is the third of four cards from this store.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co. of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features an illustration of two Native Americans paddling a canoe. The card is accompanied by a handwritten note that indicates the card was part of a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the London & Liverpool Clothing House, located at Third Street and Northampton Avenue in South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a color lithograph depicting two gentlemen. One wears a monocle and carries a cane. The other uses a compass, suggesting an architect. [The business was operated by J. Refowitch, who remained a leading men's clothing store in Bethlehem until the 1940s-1950s. Refowitch was famous for selling the Hickey-Freedman line of clothing.] The back of the card promotes the London & Liverpool Clothing House, advertising 'Ready Made Clothing For Men, Boys and Children In The Bethlehems - Prices Always Right'.

This trade card advertises Louis A. Levy, a clothing merchant located in Troy, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a child standing at a table, possibly in a shop setting. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Goldstein & Sons, a dry-goods store located at 189, 191, and 193 Poydras Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two elves holding a bottle of champagne. The back is blank. [This card was on exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati in 2005.]

This trade card advertises Louis Reis, a clothing store located at 73 Main Street in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a heartwarming illustration of a dog rescuing a child from a dangerous situation. The child, dressed in a white dress and holding a red umbrella, is shown being pulled back from a seemingly perilous edge by a dog. This image suggests a message of safety and security, which may have been intended to attract customers seeking trustworthy clothing for their children. The card has a red border, and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Seligman's Elite Bazaar in Visalia, California. The front of the card features a woman in a brown dress and pink sash, standing by a body of water. The back of the card is filled with text advertising the store. The card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati as part of the American Jewish Archives (AJA) collection in 2005.

This is a set of six trade cards for Lowenstein's Philadelphia Clothing House in Mansfield, Ohio. The front of each card features a caricature of a person of Chinese descent in stereotypical clothing. The back of each card provides a full advertisement for the business. [The business advertised in Mansfield, Ohio, is identified as a 'Philadelphia Clothing House,' suggesting a connection to the city of Philadelphia and its thriving clothing industry.]

This trade card advertises Lowenthal Bros., jewelers located at 178 Kansas Avenue, Topeka, Kansas. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a young boy and a girl in a pastoral setting. The girl is looking over a fence towards the boy. The card has a white and gold background. The back of the card is blank. [The trade card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.]

This trade card advertises the business of M. Adler, a clothier located at 55 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is printed in gold on black cardstock, making it unusual for the time. It features the store's address and a simple design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Augenstein's Bargain House, located at 7th Street N.W. in Washington D.C. The front of the card features a whimsical design of various insects, including a cricket, a dragonfly, a grasshopper, and a spider. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Cohen's cigars and cheroots. The front of the card features a photograph of Daisy Murdoch, with the business name printed below her portrait. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. Cohen's Cigars and Cheroots. The card features a cabinet card (CDV) image of President James G. Blaine. This card may be a national tobacco card insert. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a woman in a seated position, likely holding a cigarette, with a dark background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Cohen's Cigars and Cheroots. The front of the card features a photograph of Linda Varian, a woman with dark hair and a dress. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises M. Cohen's cigars and cheroots. The front of the card features a photograph of Miss Thorp. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises M. Cohn, a clothier located in West Winsted, Connecticut. [The card notes that Dudley Bock was also in West Winsted. ] The front of the card features an image of the actress Bella Brush. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises M. Cohn's clothing store located at 393 & 395 Main Street, West Winsted, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men holding hands with one woman. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises the clothing store, M. Einstein. The front of the card features a political cartoon of a donkey with a man's face. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. (Moses) Hirsch, The One Price Clothier in Wapakoneta, Ohio. The card features a black boy in a fancy dress, holding flowers. The card measures approximately 6 inches by 10 inches. [The card has a blank reverse. Moses Hirsch (1855-1953) was buried in the Stephen Wise Free Synagogue Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio. His daughter, Fannie Irene Hirsch Sugarman, was born in Wapakoneta, Auglaize County, Ohio in 1883.]

This trade card advertises M. Katz, a dry goods store located at 305 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl gathering pebbles at the seashore. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This trade card advertises M. Lipsky, a clothing retailer with locations at 241 North Clinton, Rochester, NY, and Palmyra, NY. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a policeman taking a beer at the back door of a bar. The back of the card is blank. The card appears to be printed on cardstock, with black and white ink and a red border.

This trade card advertises M. Rosenthal & Sons, located at 710 & 712 Pennsylvania Avenue, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a color lithograph of a lake scene framed by a floral design. The back of the card features advertising for M. Rosenthal & Sons, including a list of their products: baby carriages, refrigerators, straw mattings, carpets and oil cloths, parlor suits, chamber suits, and dining room furniture.

This trade card advertises M. Rosenthal & Sons, a business specializing in baby carriages and refrigerators. The card features a simple design with a basket of roses in the center. It measures 4 1/2 by 3 inches. The business was established 38 years before 1885, meaning it was founded in 1847. [Thomson's mercantile and professional directory from 1851 lists Levi Rosenthal at 30 Pennsylvania Avenue in Baltimore.]

This trade card advertises M. Sondheim, a clothier in Weatherly, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a bonnet, her head tilted in a graceful pose. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises M.J. Weinberg & Co., a dry-goods store in Akron, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a bonnet. The image appears to be a detail from a larger illustration. The back of the card is blank. [The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati, Ohio, during an American Jewish Archives (AJA) exhibit in 2005].

This trade card advertises M.P. Frank's shoe and boot store located at 84 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a pot of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, a green die-cut leaf, advertises M.W. Abrahams' Novelties located at 919 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features the name 'M.W. Abrahams' written in a decorative, cursive script. Below that is a 'Novelties' in a smaller font, with a second line listing '919 Olive Street.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mahrenholz, a boot and shoe store established in 1867. The card lists two addresses: 458 Broadway and 123 Grand, corner of Broadway, both in New York, New York. The front of the card features a black printed advertisement overlaid on a red Centennial Medal. The reverse is a full advertisement, promoting kangaroo shoes for 'tender feet.'

This is one of two trade cards for Mandel Brothers European Novelties of Chicago, Illinois. The card measures 4.25 inches by 6.25 inches and is in the Victorian style. It features an excellent portrait of U.S. President Grover Cleveland and his wife. The back of the card is fully devoted to advertising the store. The address listed on the card is 117 to 123 State Street.

This trade card advertises the Manhattan One Price Clothing Co. located in Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a dove against a blue background. [Moses Cohen was the general manager.] The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card, likely dating to 1892, advertises Manhattan One Price Clothing Co., located at 39 & 41 South Main Street in Dayton, Ohio. [Mose Cohen was the managing partner.] The card showcases a variety of clothing items, including suits, hats, and coats. The background features a city skyline, suggesting that Manhattan One Price Clothing Co. catered to an urban clientele.

This die-cut trade card advertises Marks Bros., milliners located at the corner of 8th and Arch Streets in Philadelphia. The front of the card is shaped like a flower basket overflowing with flowers. The back of the card has a business advertisement and address. The card measures approximately 10 inches by 9 inches.

This trade card advertises Markstone & Bro., shoe dealers in Hoosick Falls, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with a horse's tail. The man is wearing a coat and a hat and appears to be in a playful, exaggerated pose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Markstone & Bro., a shoe store located in Hoosick Falls, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a boy being punished. The card has a red border. [The business was owned by Louis Markstone and his brother and was active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Max Witkowsky, a Merchant Tailor located at 1987 Third Avenue, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a mother and her son getting new clothes at Max Witkowsky's establishment. The boy is holding a measuring tape and is dressed in a suit, while the mother is looking on. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mayer & Loewenstein, manufacturers of fine clothing, established in 1846. The card features elegant, intricate graphic designs, showcasing the quality of the business. The card details the company’s office at 80 Beekman Street in New York City and its works located in Long Island City, New York. The business was run by S.W. Mayer, D.L. Mayer, and Loewenstein. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Meyer's Millinery, a hat shop located at 36 West 14th Street, New York City. The card features an ornate design with a landscape and flowers, suggesting a stylish and high-quality product. The card notes that Meyer's also sells ribbons, feathers, and flowers, expanding its offerings beyond hats. The back of the card contains additional advertising information. The card mentions that the store is having a grand opening and that the company also has stores in Chicago and Paris.

The front of this trade card features a humorous illustration of a dapper gentleman and a rough-looking thug standing next to each other. The gentleman is wearing a suit and hat, while the thug is wearing a tattered shirt and cap. The illustration likely suggests that the clothing store offers stylish clothing for all types of customers. The back of the card provides the address for the business: 629 (old 211) Penn Ave, Pittsburgh PA.

This trade card advertises the Model Clothing Co. located at 43, 45 East Washington Street and 18, 20, and 22 South Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. The front of the card features a fan-shaped design with a boy and a girl standing next to a cage of pet birds. The verso is blank. [The proprietors of the company were Lichtenstein, Rothchild, and Sloman. The factory was located at 72 Mill Street, Rochester, New York. Henry Levi was the manager.]

This trade card advertises the Model Clothing Co. in Indianapolis, Indiana. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and girl dressed as chefs, holding a basket containing a duck and lobster. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Morris Cohen, a clothier located at 193 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two monkeys wearing clothing and seated atop a barrel. One of the monkeys is holding a small basket of fruit, while the other holds a stick. The background is yellow, and the text is printed in red and blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Moses, a photographer in New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is easel-shaped and features a scene with a hose, boat, and mountains. On the back is a list of photographers in New Orleans. This card was in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises Mrs. W. Rosenfield's millinery shop in Clarksville, Tennessee. The card features a delicate floral design with lilies. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Myers, Weil & Co., a fruit and produce merchant located at 670 Broadway S.E., Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a lithograph of fruits, depicting a wide variety of colorful and enticing produce. The back of the card includes a photograph of the business owners. The card is printed on blue card stock.

This trade card advertises N. Goodman & Sons, a shoe store in Gervais, Oregon. The card features a full advertisement on the back for Henderson Shoes. The front of the card is blank. It is unclear what the advertisement for Henderson Shoes promotes. The card is a national card, meaning it was distributed nationwide.

This trade card advertises N. Lowenthal's shoe store, located at the corner of Schroeder and Baltimore Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a boy playing tennis. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. The card is likely from the 1880s.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 318 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woodland scene with a turkey. The back of the card is blank. This card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., clothiers and merchant tailors, located at the southeast corner of 5th and South Streets in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young boy rowing a boat. The background shows a body of water and a lush shoreline with trees. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, dated 1883, advertises the furniture business of Nathan Bensinger in Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man in an oversized hat, holding a large key. The back of the card features a calendar. This card advertises the business's location: 316 & 318 Main Street. [The card was on display at the American Jewish Archives exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005. The Bensingers were one of the earliest Jewish families to live in Louisville, Kentucky.]

This trade card advertises Nathan Lieberman, a popular clothier located at the southeast corner of 5th and Market Streets in Wilmington, Delaware. The front of the card features a Japanese-inspired motif with cranes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Naumkeag Credit Co., located at 175 Essex Street in Salem, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a lithograph of an American Indian warrior. The card has a blue card stock. The back of the card has a handwritten note in Yiddish.

This trade card advertises the New York 99 Cent Store in Ravenna, Ohio. The front of the card features a man putting on a boot. The address, Main and Prospect Streets, is printed in the upper left corner. The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio, during 2005. [The card was donated by American Jewish Archives.] The back is blank. The card is a pale green with a light brown illustration. The background is textured and light brown.

This trade card advertises the Oakland Clothing House, located at 1001 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a house in a pasture scene with a fence and trees surrounding it. There are trees and clouds in the background. The card has a green border. The back of the card is blank. The card is a trade card for J. Letter, owner of the Oakland Clothing House.

This trade card advertises P. Cox & Bros. Fine Shoes. The front of the card features an image of colonial-era men trying on shoes. On the back, the trade card is used to advertise David Zabinski, a shoe merchant who operated three stores in New York City. The addresses provided are 1499 3rd Avenue, 2296 3rd Avenue, and 2250 3rd Avenue.

This trade card advertises P. Levy, a clothier in London, Ontario, Canada. The card features an illustration of a well-dressed young girl. The front of the card also shows a print from the back, suggesting that the back of the card has been printed on the front. There is a small paper loss on the bottom left corner of the back of the card. The back of the card features a full advertisement for P. Levy, advertising wool suits, pants and overcoats. The card advertises P. Levy as 'Canada's Greatest Clothier.'

This trade card advertises Phil. Schlesinger's One Price Clothing House, located at 8 Monroe Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. The front of the card depicts a baby sitting in a red high chair. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the clothing house.

This trade card advertises the Philadelphia Clothing House, located at 319 Kaighn Avenue in Camden, New Jersey. The front of the card features the store name printed in a large, bold font. The back of the card is a blank blotter.

This trade card advertises Posner Brothers, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 132 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a child, dressed in black, shooting an arrow from a bow. The arrow is labeled 'Posner Bros.' The illustration suggests the business is selling sporting goods or clothing for children. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Powell & Goldstein, manufacturers of Greeting Napoleon Cigars. The card features a booklet that opens to reveal a dancing girl with her leg kicked up. Her undergarments are exposed, revealing the nature of the product advertised. The card indicates the cigars were made by the hand union and sold at both five and ten cents. The front of the card lists the factory number 370. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Mautner, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 49 Crosby Street, near Broome Street, in New York City. The card features a striking lithographic illustration of a lion, perhaps symbolizing strength or quality. The text on the card lists the business's address. [The source indicates that R. Mautner is a known Jewish individual.]

This trade card advertises the dry goods and house furnishings business of R. Shulman, located at 361 Main Street between Cabot and Hamilton Streets, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The card is a simple design, featuring the store name and address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank. [The trade card suggests that Shulman was a Jewish merchant.]

This trade card advertises R. Wolf's Reliable Shoe Store, located at 2569 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman in a long dress and a man in a suit. The woman is holding a shoe in her hand, while the man is standing next to a table displaying shoes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry-goods store located at 1026 Chestnut Street. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman. The woman is attached to a pole and is floating in the water. The man is trying to swim. The back of the card is blank. The trade card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing store located at 186 & 190 Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island. The card features an illustration of two men hunting. One man stands with a gun in his hand, pointing it towards a bird that flies away in the distance. The other man is standing behind him, holding a rifle. The image appears to be set in a wooded area. The card has a dark brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenkranz Bros., a men's clothing and goods store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a winged pixie or sprite. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The store is listed as being located at 21 Kneeland Street and 272 Broadway in South Boston. The card has a red border and has the name 'Rosenkranz Bros.' at the top, printed in bold.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store with locations in Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a pink shoe with a decorative bow. The back of the card is blank. [The store was located at 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon, and had a branch at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California.]

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store with locations in both Portland, Oregon, and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a single violet-colored shoe, likely a representation of a fashionable item. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing retailer with branches in Portland, Oregon and San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a yellow shoe on a dark background, with an inscription that reads 'Rosenthal Bros. & Co.', '147 First Street, Portland, Oregon', and 'Branch of 107, 109, 111 Kearny St., San Francisco, California.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rothschild's, a clothing store in Ithaca, New York. It highlights Chicago Corset Company's 'Ball's Corsets,' which were reportedly worn by the famous opera singer Adelina Patti. The card features a stock image of a woman wearing a corset and is likely meant to be a general advertisement rather than a specific design or style of Ball's Corsets.

This trade card advertises S. & H. Goldstein, clothiers in Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features a picture of two gentlemen talking, possibly in a clothing store. The illustration is in a light brown color, with black accents. The text on the card lists their address: 65 Myrtle Avenue, near Jay Street, Brooklyn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Baumann & Bro., located at 229 to 245 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a simple text design with the store's name, address, and a description of the goods sold, but the specific items are not listed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bernstein, a jeweler located at 1214 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy with messy hair speaking to a dog near a fence. The illustration is printed in blue sepia on white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., clothiers located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a colorful depiction of a man in a suit and a woman in a dress. The man holds a long stemmed flower and has a playful expression. The woman holds a fan. The background includes a geometric design. The back of the card includes the business's advertisement.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen, a boot and shoe merchant in Newburgh, New York. The front of the card features a woman holding a bouquet of flowers. The image of the woman is surrounded by a black border. The text 'Fine Boots and Shoes' is prominently displayed in a script font on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman changing clothes in a beach house while a man peeks in from the outside. The woman is shown wearing a swimsuit, a large straw hat, and is holding a pair of boots. The man is dressed in a suit and has a curious expression on his face. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman changing clothes in a beach house. A man's coat is hanging on the back of a chair, and the woman is seen adjusting her clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Dalsheimer, a shoe dealer at 122 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a parent spanking a child. The image appears to be in an indoor setting with the child seated and the parent standing behind them. The text around the image reads: 'S. Dalsheimer Leather Tip Shoes.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman falling out of bed, suggesting a lively and playful atmosphere. The image is executed in black sepia on white, providing a vintage look. The back of the card contains further details about the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's Clothing Bazaar located at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a man in Spanish garb, possibly a merchant or a customer. The man is illustrated in sepia tones against a white background. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Lowenthal, a dealer in hosiery, hoop skirts, gloves, corsets, and other goods. The card is printed on white stock and features the business name and address in bold text. The address is listed as 141 Lexington Street, one door above Howard, Baltimore, Maryland. The card is visually plain with minimal design elements. It primarily functions as a practical business advertisement.

This trade card advertises S. Marks, a dealer in new and secondhand clothing. The front of the card depicts a comical illustration of a man who appears intoxicated. He is wearing a long coat, a hat, and has a mustache. He is holding a tall glass of beer or ale, and his trousers are slipping down, suggesting that he is unsteady on his feet. The card has a black border and is printed in black ink on white paper. The back of the card provides the business address for S. Marks: 117 Grand Street, Brooklyn, New York.

This trade card advertises S. Meyers, a manufacturer and wholesale dealer in clothes located at 244 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card has a simple design, with the company name and address printed on the front. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the text 'Manufacturer & Wholesale Dealer in Clothes' at the top and the address at the bottom. There is a decorative banner around the company name and address.

This trade card advertises S. Milberg, a dealer in new and secondhand goods located at 189 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple, stylized illustration of a store with two front windows. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Milkman & Co., a millinery and hair goods store located at 161 Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman with flowers in her hair, likely showcasing the store's wares. The back of the card is blank. The card measures 4-1/8 inches wide by 2-1/2 inches high.

This trade card advertises S. Milkman & Co., a millinery and hair goods store located at 161 Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy holding flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt's Clothing House located at 309 N. Gay St., Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a girl holding a bouquet of flowers, a design element common in advertising for women's fashion. The back of the card contains additional advertising for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, shoe dealers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child dressed as a teacher standing next to a large shoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The bottom of the back of the card features a 1882 calendar and a depiction of a building labeled 'Post Office Building'.

This trade card advertises S. Steinberg, a secondhand dealer located at 2500 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address. The back of the card provides a list of fire alarms in the city. The front of the card features a decorative border. The back of the card features a decorative border.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, located at the Grand Opera House in New York City. The card features a young boy in a grey suit, holding a piece of fabric, against a gold background. The front of the card describes the business, which sold clothes, corsets, and other items. The back of the card provides additional details about the business. The card also mentions the store's location at 23rd and 8th Street, suggesting that it may have been part of a department store or a complex of businesses within the Grand Opera House.

This trade card advertises Sam'l Kuhn, a clothier located at 6 North Market Square in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl with large eyes, wearing a bonnet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sam'l M. Lederer's Shirts, located at 207 & 209 Greenwich Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts an illustration of two children reading. The card is approximately 4 x 3 inches and has a blank back.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a small illustration of a young girl watching an egg hatch in a bird's nest. This playful imagery is typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel J. Cohen, a shoe merchant located at the corner of Congress and 1st Streets in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a cat and a bird. The cat is sitting upright with its tail curled around its body. The bird is perched on a branch above the cat. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Schlang Bros., a clothing and dry goods store located at 218-220 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl standing at the beach, wearing a white dress, holding a beach umbrella, with a sandy shore and ocean in the background. The back of the card is filled with text advertising the store's offerings.

This trade card advertises Schnurman's Fancy Goods and Millinery Store, located at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children. A boy is dressed as a jester, with a tall hat, bells, and a playful grin. The card is a duplicate of another card. [Schnurman's specialized in fancy goods and millinery, which likely included accessories, ribbons, and other fashionable items.] The back of the card is blank.

The trade card advertises Schnurman's Fancy Goods and Millinery Store, located at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a group of children, with a boy dressed as a jester. The card is similar in design to other Schnurman's cards, but with a different advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co. located at 149 5th Ave. in New York City. The card is one of a set of 52 featuring 10 different animals. This card features a reindeer. The back of the card has an advertisement for Schranz & Bieber Co. as the distributor of the card set.

This trade card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co., located at 149 5th Ave in New York City, as distributors of a set of 52 animal cards. The front of the card features a picture of a pig. The back of the card lists the company address and states that the cards are part of a set of 52.

This trade card features a color illustration of a zebra with black and white stripes on a white background. The card is part of a set of 52 animal cards. The back of the card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co., located at 149 5th Avenue, NYC. They are the distributors of the set of cards. This is one of ten animal trade cards in the collection.

This trade card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co., distributors of animal trade cards. The front of the card features an illustration of a rhinoceros. The back of the card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co., located at 149 5th Ave. in New York City. The card notes that this is one of 52 cards, suggesting the company was offering a set of animal cards. [The company Schranz & Bieber Co. was likely a business dealing in wholesale and retail sales of various items, including novelty items such as animal trade cards. The cards were likely given away free with purchases or given to children to encourage buying. The company may have sold wholesale to other businesses. ]

This trade card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co., located at 149 5th Ave., New York City. It is one of 52 cards in a set of animal trade cards. The card depicts a rat, one of many animals in the series. The back of the card features advertising for Schranz & Bieber Co., distributors of the card set. The back of the card is not blank.

This is one of a set of 52 trade cards featuring various animals. This particular card depicts a fox. The front of the card has a simple layout with a black and white illustration of a fox surrounded by a white border. The back of the card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co. of 149 5th Ave., New York City, as the distributors of the animal trade card set.

This trade card, one of a set of 52, features a hand-colored illustration of an opossum. The back of the card advertises Schranz & Bieber Co. at 149 5th Avenue in New York City, New York. The company is identified as the distributor of the animal trade cards.

This die-cut trade card advertises Seidel & Bloom, a discount house located at 21 South Third Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized painter's palette and a small illustration of a girl standing in a snowy scene. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Seidel & Bloom, a general store located at 17 South 3rd Street in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of a young girl sleeping with a fan in her hand. She is wearing a nightgown and lying on a bed with pillows. The image suggests a sense of comfort and relaxation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sherman, Samuels & Co., a clothing, clock, and dry goods store located at 132 Bowery, New York City. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of three women dressed in fashionable attire walking towards a store. The ladies carry packages, suggesting their shopping trip is coming to an end. The front of the card also has the Sherman, Samuels & Co. logo and text listing the store’s offerings - clothing, clocks, dry goods, and credit. The back of the card is fully dedicated to an advertisement for Sherman, Samuels & Co. and lists the store’s offerings in greater detail.

The front of the card, printed on blue card stock, advertises the business of Simon Cohen & Son located at 185 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the business name and address in a simple, rectangular layout. The card is printed in black ink on blue card stock.

This trade card advertises Simon Cohen Millinery & Fancy Goods located at 165 Woodward Ave., Detroit, Michigan. It is noted that Simon Cohen is the successor to S & M Cohen. The front of the card displays the main pavilion of the Centennial Exposition. The back of the card features an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Sonneborn Bros., a men's clothing store located at 1207 Market Street in Wheeling, West Virginia. The front of the card features a small girl holding a baby doll against a shiny gold background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Steinberg's Clothing House, located at 87 Massachusetts Street in Lawrence, Kansas. The front of the card depicts an advertisement hanging from a window. The advertisement is written in a black typeface. The illustration appears to be an Afro-American advertising the clothing store with his arms crossed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern and Sonneborn, a clothing store located at 217 & 219 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a dapper gentleman wearing a top hat and suit, a common stylistic trope on trade cards of the period. The back of the card provides more information about the store and includes a price list.

This trade card advertises Strassburger & Joseph, clothing merchants located at 161 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children in a boat shaped like an eggshell. The inscription 'Spring Opening...1885' suggests that this card may be a spring sale advertisement. The back of the card is not visible in the image and is likely filled with advertising.

This trade card advertises Strauss & Levy, a store in Augusta, Wisconsin, selling Henderson's Golden Rod Line of clothing. The card features the company's name, address, and a large logo of a golden rod plant with a sunflower. The words 'Henderson's Golden Rod Line' are prominently displayed across the top of the card. There is a small illustration of a man standing on the bottom of the card, and the word 'Clothing' is featured on the bottom right corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sultzbach's One Price Clothing House, located on Ridge Avenue between Green and 13th Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple but charming illustration of a young girl wading in a stream. The front of the card is dominated by the business name and address, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Clothing House, located at 182 & 184 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a simple design of two dogs standing on a shoreline. The back of the card is blank. [The business was owned by the Rosenfeld brothers who were involved in labor law suits.]

This trade card advertises the Union Clothing Co. in Rochester, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a man pushing a hat on another man lying on the ground. The illustration is drawn in the style of an 1800s cartoon, with a slightly distorted perspective. The card also depicts a tall building, possibly the Union Clothing Co. building itself. The back of the card is blank. [The owner of the store is listed as Solomon M. Levy.]

This trade card advertises the Union Clothing Co., a clothier, hatter, and furnisher located in Rochester, New York. [Solomon M. Levy owned the store.] The front of the card features the store's name and a stylized image of a ship sailing with the words 'Peoples Ideal' and 'Sail & Rose' nearby. The back of the card has the same information, including the store's address in Rochester.

This trade card advertises the Union Clothing Co., located on Main, Water and Liberty Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a tall building. A portly man stands before the building and points to his clothing, indicating the high quality of the store's offerings. The verso of the card is blank. [The owner of the company was Solomon M. Levy.]

This trade card advertises Walter D. Moses & Co., a music store located at 1005 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card depicts two horses, one brown and one white, standing in a landscape setting. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. [Walter D. Moses was the son of Alfred Moses and Catherine (Kate) Davis. He later adopted the surname Davis.]

This trade card, dated June 21, 1888, advertises Weil, Dreyfus & Co., a clothing store located in Proctorsville, Vermont, and Boston, Massachusetts. The card is a postcard, with a list of shirts, ties, and other items on the back. It features a one-cent stamp in the upper right corner.

This trade card advertises Weinberg's Boots & Shoes, located at 98 South Broadway in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a decorative illustration of a pair of shoes surrounded by flowers. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card is a simple design featuring a white flower. The back of the card contains the advertisement for William Loeb's business located at 26 & 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The address is the same as the one listed on the card for Bamberger & Loeb.

This trade card, featuring a floral border, advertises William Loeb, a merchant tailor located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card also includes an advertisement for Demorest Patterns. The back of the card features a full advertisement with prices for men's clothing. The business's address is listed as 26 & 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster. This address matches the address on a trade card for Bamberger & Loeb.

This trade card advertises Zundel & Wineman, a furniture store located at 112 South Pennsylvania Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing a violet hat and looking to the left. The woman appears to be in a store, standing on the left side of the card. The back of the card has more information about the business.

This trade card advertises A. A. Solomon Jr. & Co., liquor importers. The front of the card features a depiction of a woman holding a fan. The style suggests it was created sometime in the late 19th century. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Wolfschmidt's Russian Kummel, with additional details for Eugene Vincent & Co. and J. Rochat. The back also includes the address for A. A. Solomon Jr & Co.: 37 Beaver St, NYC. The back indicates that A. A. Solomon Jr. & Co. was established in 1878.

This trade card advertises the business of A. Adelmann, a tobacconist located at 625 8th Street in New York City. The card is dated circa 1885. The reverse of the card is blank. Two cards are included in this record.

This is a cloth sample card advertising A. Shuman & Co., described as the wealthiest clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th-century Boston. The front of the card displays fabric samples attached to the card, showcasing the quality of their materials. The text on the card reads, “The New Process of Knife Cutting...A. Shuman & Co.” The back of the card is blank. [A. Shuman & Co. was apparently a very successful clothing business in 19th-century Boston, though more specific details about its history are not currently available].

This trade card advertises A. Strassmann, an optician. The front of the card features text announcing the business, highlighting the optician's arrival from Germany and emphasizing the availability of Alaska brilliants and Australian crystal for spectacles and eyeglasses. The text is arranged in a simple, straightforward manner. The back of the card is blank. The image suggests a simple, possibly hand-drawn or typeset, design common in late 19th-century advertising.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises Appel & Co., described as the "Largest Clothing House in the New West." The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a clown. The back of the card shows a depiction of the clothing establishment. The card measures 3 by 4 1/2 inches. [Jacob S. Appel was one of the founders of Congregation Emanuel in Denver.]

This trade card advertises the Lancaster Bazaar, owned by Astrich Brothers. The front of the card features a design of oak leaves framing the text. The business name, "LANCASTER BAZAAR," is prominently displayed, along with the street address: "13 EAST KING STREET." The card's design is simple and elegant, typical of late 19th-century advertising. The back of the card is blank. A second image associated with this record shows the same text and design but on a different card with a different background color.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a "One Price Clothing House" located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lively illustration of men playing cricket, suggesting a focus on athletic or leisure wear. The text clearly indicates the store's name, address, and a sales promotion: "car fare paid on $2.00 sales." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Bell Clothing House, located at 230 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a boy riding a mule. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the Bell Clothing House. [Samuel Rosenzweig owned the Bell Clothing House; he also owned a similar establishment in Pottsville, PA.]

This trade card advertises Benjamin Israel's business located at 806 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) shows an illustration featuring a design element suggestive of clothing or textiles, and an unusual punched-out section that may have been designed for needlework or a similar craft. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's design and style suggest an early date, consistent with the approximate date of 1875.

This trade card is a vibrant advertisement for C. M. Henderson & Co.'s boots and shoes, specifically highlighting their "Henderson School Shoes." The front of the card showcases a colorful lithograph of a charming red schoolhouse with children playing in the yard, captioned 'LeCole Rouge.' The back of the card continues the advertisement for Henderson's shoes, emphasizing the "Little Red School House" logo on the soles. Importantly, it also features a local retailer promotion, crediting Nathan Falk & Bro. of Boise City, Idaho, as the seller.

Trade card for C. Tobin, located at 332 Sixth Avenue, New York, New York. Business hours are listed as 9 am to 5 pm. The card is undated, but context suggests a date around 1895.

Trade card advertising Cydonin lotion by Cardoza, Fourquereau & Co. and Polk Miller & Co. in Richmond, Virginia. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Chas. Freedman and David Cohen's "Leading One Price Shoe House" located at 31 North Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features text-based design, clearly displaying the business name, their claim as a "Leading One Price Shoe House," and their address: 31 North St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Millinery House, located at 201 Woodward Avenue in Detroit, Michigan. The front of the card (Image 1) showcases a drawing of a man sleeping on a train. The text on the card is partially obscured and illegible, but clearly states the business name and location. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The illustration style and overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin, aligning with the circa 1885 date assigned to the card.

This blue trade card advertises the Cummins Perforator Company and their electric check canceling machines. The front of the card displays the company name, "Cummins Perforator Company," prominently. An illustration of a canceled check is also featured, showcasing the company's product. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. J. Levy, successor to B. Friedlander & Co., an importing tailor. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/a1d7de84-4e70-43b6-8cd9-0a7d0f805e47%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) depicts a man holding a fishing rod and a woman in the water, suggesting a leisure or recreational theme. The text on the card clearly indicates that D. J. Levy is the successor to B. Friedlander & Co. and advertises his business as an "Importing Tailor" located at 214 1st Street, Portland, Oregon. It also mentions a branch in San Francisco, The Palace of Fashion, at 761 Market St. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/bbadefdc-46a1-4377-b675-1bcdff701167%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is fully covered with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises D. Ruben & Co., a shoe store located at 68 King St. in Alexandria, VA. The front of the card (Image 1) shows an illustration of cats and dogs, possibly related to the brand or style of shoes sold. The text 'A.S.T.Co Black Tips Shoes' is visible, indicating a specific type of shoe. Image 2 shows the back of the card which includes the business's name and address: D. Ruben & Co., 68 King St., Alexandria, VA. The back of the card also indicates that this is a stock card.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's dry goods store in San Francisco, California. The front of the card displays two addresses: 1022 Market Street (opposite Fifth Street) and 17 Eddy Street (opposite Tivoli). A winter scene, possibly depicting a snowy road or street, is included in the design. The back of the card features a full advertisement and notes that foreign languages are spoken.

This trade card advertises E. Lobe & Co.'s Golden Gate Bazaar, located under the Odd Fellows Hall in Seattle, Washington. The front of the card (Image 1) features a depiction of sailboats, suggesting a maritime theme or perhaps indicating the proximity of the business to the waterfront. The style of the illustration points towards a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's overall design is simple yet effective in conveying the business's name and location.

This trade card advertises Eben & Berckowitz, clothing merchants located at the corner of Broome Street and Springfield Avenue in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a humorous cartoon depicting a woman, possibly a shopper, labeled "The Shopping Fiend That Takes the Surplus." The illustration is likely meant to be lighthearted and eye-catching. The style of the cartoon and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank. A note indicates that the card was on display at a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005 (AJA).

This trade card announces Ehrich's Fall Opening. The front of the card (image 1) shows children with an umbrella, suggesting an autumnal setting. The back of the card (image 2) contains a full advertisement that includes the business's address: 8th Av. & 24th St., New York, New York. The card's design and imagery suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Emanuel and Son, printers and Hebrew booksellers located at 528 South Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and description of services, prominently displaying "Hebrew Printing a Specialty." The back of the card displays an 1888 calendar.

This trade card advertises the Excelsior Clothing House in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a couple working amidst a pile of coins, suggesting prosperity and value. The style of the illustration and the overall design aesthetic suggest a late 19th-century production date. The back of the card is blank. [Solomon Weil (1850-1910) is listed as the owner of the business, and he is buried in Hebrew Friendship Cemetery in Baltimore. He was unmarried.]

This trade card advertises the Excelsior Clothing, Shoe, and Tailoring Co. in East Saginaw, Michigan. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a man having his hat shot off by an arrow. The back of the card is blank. [The manager and part owner, Moses Kerngood, moved to Michigan from Syracuse, New York, to run the store in 1871. His partner and father-in-law, B.F. Rosenthal, owned a clothing manufacturing establishment in Syracuse. By 1890, the store was owned by Samuel Folz, the Jewish mayor of Kalamazoo.]

This trade card advertises Finkelstein & Rosenbaum's New York Clothing House in Westfield, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a pastoral scene of a sunset and trees. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's design suggests it may have been intended to be visually appealing and memorable, possibly emphasizing a connection to nature or the outdoors, contrasting with the urban nature of New York clothing.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazar in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card (image 1) shows a depiction of a Geisha girl, one of a set of three or four. The image is in color, possibly using chromolithography, and the style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (image 2) contains the full advertisement, including the address: 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street. The text on the front reads, "ONE PRICE CLOTHING BAZAR...FIRST CLOTHING STORE FROM MAIN ST.". The use of a Geisha girl image reflects common stereotypes of the time period.

This trade card, one of a set of four, advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazar in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a Geisha girl, reflecting prevalent stereotypes of Asian women in the late 19th century. This imagery should be viewed within the context of the historical biases and prejudices of the time, and it is important to note the harmful nature of these stereotypes. The text on the front reads, "ONE PRICE CLOTHING BAZAR...FIRST CLOTHING STORE FROM MAIN ST." The back of the card contains a full advertisement, providing the address: 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street.

This trade card advertises Friedlander, clothiers located at 141 Eighth Avenue, corner of 17th Street, New York City. The front of the card features sepia-toned portraits of U.S. Presidents Grover Cleveland and Benjamin Harrison. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [The card was displayed at a Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati in 2005 (AJA)].

This trade card advertises the Giant Clothing Co., located on the corner of Canal and Lansing Streets in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/7114589d-7bdd-4131-bc01-7df6394fdca3%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) features a comical illustration of a pig. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/54855a88-85ee-4ae4-924d-52048137fdd9%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is blank. [The Giant Clothing Store was founded in 1883 by Abraham May at Monroe and Lyon Streets, and later became A. May & Son's.]

This trade card advertises the Giant Clothing Co. located on the corner of Canal and Lansing Streets in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a goose. [The business was founded in 1883 by Abraham May and was initially known as the Giant Clothing Store. It later became A. May & Son's after Abraham's son Meyer and other family members joined the business. The store was known for being the first in the nation to display clothing on Batts hangers.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Giant Clothing Co., located on the corner of Canal and Lansing Streets in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a comical scene with rats, though further details are needed to fully describe the illustration. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. [The Giant Clothing Co. was founded in 1883 by Abraham May. After two years at the University of Michigan, Abraham's son Meyer May and other children in the family joined the business, and the name changed to A. May & Son's. It was the first store in the nation to display clothing on Batts hangers. Meyer May became president after his father's death in 1906. Meyer May and his wife Sophie Amberg were also known for their Frank Lloyd Wright-designed home, now a museum.]

This trade card advertises Gregor Speck & Son, successors to Isaac Cohen, in New York City. The front of the card lists their business as dealers in musical merchandise, books, stationery, and periodicals, along with pianos and organs. The text indicates their location as Third Avenue, New York. The card's design is simple and text-heavy. The back of the card is blank. A second image is included in this record, but it is not described, as no information about it is available.

This trade card advertises H. Cohn & Son, clothiers located at 2154 Third Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a rose-framed boat lighthouse. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The business name and address are clearly printed on the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement; however, the details of that advertisement are not visible in the provided image.

This record contains two images of a trade card for the Hartford One Price Clothing Co. located at 114-116 Asylum St., Hartford, Conn. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a young girl with a small white dog, possibly a Havanese. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full-page advertisement for the Spring of 1893, showcasing the clothing store's offerings. The advertisement indicates that Abraham Katten was associated with the business. [Information about Abraham Katten's role in the Hartford One Price Clothing Co., if available, could be included here].

This record contains two images of a trade card for the Hartford One Price Clothing Co., located at 114-116 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a young girl with a small white dog, possibly a Havanese. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement for the Spring of 1893, indicating the card's date. The advertisement likely details the clothing and prices offered by the store. [Abraham Katten was associated with the business].

This trade card advertises the Hartford One-Price Clothing Co., located at 114-116 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a gypsy woman in red. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [Abraham Katten was the owner of the Hartford One Price Clothing Co.].

This trade card advertises Herman Marks, a clothier located at 339 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a child standing at a gate. The back of the card contains handwritten notes. [Information found via Google search indicates Herman Marks was active in both the Jewish and general business communities of Harrisburg.]

This trade card advertises Himmelrich, Frankel & Co., "The Big Clothing House" located opposite the Merchants Hotel in Mason City, Iowa. The front of the card (image 1) depicts an illustration of "Uncle Sam" wearing a nightshirt. The back of the card (image 2) contains a full advertisement for the store. The card's imagery and design suggest a late 19th-century origin. [Isaiah Frankel established his store in Oskaloosa, Iowa in 1861 and later opened a branch in Mason City as Himmelrich, Frankel & Co. By 1887, he was a prominent citizen of Iowa, with interests extending to banking and ranching. Both the Frankels and Himmelrich were actively involved in Jewish communal life.]

This trade card advertises the Portland, Oregon branch of the Hub Clothing Company, a New York City-based clothing manufacturer. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of a young girl and boy by a pond. The back of the card is a full advertisement announcing that Hyams, Pauson & Co., whose New York City store was located at 594-595 Broadway, is opening a retail outlet at 193 and 195 in Portland, Oregon. [Frank Pauson is mentioned in the Jewish section of the San Francisco Blue Book. The New York clothing manufacturer also had retail outlets in the West/Midwest. Their San Francisco store closed on March 14, 1889, the day of Rabbi Elban Cohn's funeral at Temple Emanu-El.]

This trade card advertises I. & D. Rosenthall, a clothing store in Canton, Ohio, boasting "Bottom Priced Clothing." The front of the card features a charming winter scene with stylized flowers, possibly a decorative border. The business name, their claim of low prices, and their address (2 S. Market St., Canton, Ohio) are clearly printed below the illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Levi's dry goods store in Dubuque, Iowa. The front of the card showcases an illustration of the "Temple of Diana" with text indicating that it is an advertisement for Alexander Kid Gloves. The imagery suggests a connection between high-quality, possibly luxurious, goods and the store. Below the illustration, the business name and location are clearly printed. The back of the card is fully printed, though the content is not described here.

This trade card advertises J. Levy's Star Clothing House located at 130 Washington Street in Binghamton, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black minstrel performing on a telephone. This imagery reflects the racist stereotypes prevalent in American popular culture during the late 19th century. The business name, "Star Clothing House," and the address are clearly printed beneath the illustration. The back of the card is blank. The card's imagery and subject matter should be considered within the historical context of racism and minstrelsy.

This is one of two trade cards from a set of three advertising J. Levy's in Augusta, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a depiction of a young girl holding flowers. The back of the card contains an advertisement that reads, in part, “The Best Place to Trade at…J. Levy’s…always patronize a Live Merchant…Augusta, Wisconsin.” Augusta is a small town in central western Wisconsin with a population of under 2,000 at the time this card was printed.

This is one of a set of three trade cards advertising J. Levy's store in Augusta, Wisconsin. The front of the card depicts a boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The back of the card features an advertisement that reads, "The Best Place to Trade at... J. Levy's...always patronize a Live Merchant.... Augusta, Wisconsin." The image on the front suggests a focus on appealing to customers with a friendly, approachable image. The style of the illustration and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin, consistent with the circa 1885 dating. Augusta, Wisconsin, at the time, was a small town with a population of less than 2,000, suggesting that J. Levy's was a prominent local business.

This trade card advertises Jalonack's, a clothing store located at 112 West Railroad Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features text prominently displaying the store's name and address, along with the offer: "10 cent discount for every dollar spent." The style and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises James Rothschild's Boot and Shoe Store, located at 477 8th Avenue (corner of 34th Street) in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a blue dress. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with prices listed for various types of footwear. The card shows some signs of trimming.

This record contains two trade cards for Joseph Emanuel & Co., a dry goods store located at 1204 South Fifth Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the first card (image 1) features a small illustration of a green bird flying above flowers, likely an artistic element meant to be eye-catching. The text on the front clearly states the business' name and address: "EMANUEL, JOSEPH & CO." and "FRENCH MARKET, 1204 SOUTH FIFTH ST." The back of this card (image 2) is a full advertisement showing a detailed illustration of the store's storefront. The second card's details are not available. The cards' style and illustration suggest they were likely produced in the late 19th century, which aligns with the circa 1885 date.

This trade card advertises Kaufmann & Goldsmith, clothiers located at 843 Hamilton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a striking image with multiple elements. A prominent illustration shows a Chinese man sitting atop a box or crate, seemingly associated with the advertisement. In the foreground, two boys are standing in front of a sign advertising a "Great Moral Exhibition." This suggests the card may have been distributed during or in conjunction with a community event. The back of the card is blank. A second image shows more text and potentially more imagery related to the advertisement.

This trade card advertises L. Frank & Bro., clothing merchants in Mason City, Illinois. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a charming illustration of Cupid resting on a bench. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2) is a full advertisement, showcasing the range of clothing offered by L. Frank & Bro., although the specific details of the advertisement are not discernible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises L. Garson & Co., a clothing establishment in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a depiction of a peasant boy wearing a hat. The back of the card features the business's name and address: L. Garson & Co., 237 & 239 15th Street, Denver, Colorado, and identifies them as the "Largest Leading Clothing Establishment in Colorado". [M.I. Garson was a founder of Temple Emanuel in Denver in 1874].

This trade card advertises L. Garson & Co., a prominent clothing establishment in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a peasant girl wearing a hat. The back of the card is a full advertisement, displaying the business's name, address (237 & 239 15th Street, Denver, Colorado), and its claim as the "Largest Leading Clothing Establishment in Colorado". [M. I. Garson was a founder of Temple Emanuel in Denver in 1874].

This trade card advertises L. Goldberg & Co.'s "The New Clothing House." The front of the card features a comical illustration of a woman; the back of the card is a full advertisement. The front image shows a woman in a humorous pose, likely related to clothing or fashion. The style of the illustration suggests it was created in the late 19th century. The back of the card contains the business name, address (537 Penn Ave., Reading, Pa.), and likely additional details about their clothing offerings.

This trade card advertises L. Goldberg & Co., a clothing store located at 12 Centre Square in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of lilies. The text on the card proclaims the business as the "Largest Clothing House in Easton." The back of the card is blank. [Additional information about the business or the Goldbergs is not available].

Trade card depicting two elves playing music on a lily pad. The reverse side features an advertisement for L. Henry, a leading clothier, located at 49 Milton Avenue. A handwritten note indicates that Cohn has accepted a position. The card dates from circa 1885 and is found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 24, Page 3.

This trade card advertises Lansburgh & Bro., a dry goods store located at 420 and 406 Seventh Street in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a jester holding a feather duster. The image is likely intended to convey a sense of fun and lightheartedness, associating the store with a pleasant shopping experience. The back of the card is blank. [In the 1860s, brothers Gustav and Max Lansburgh opened Baltimore House, a small fancy goods store, the predecessor to the landmark Lansburgh's Department Store. Both were active in Jewish affairs. Gustav's daughter, Minnie Lansburgh Goldsmith, became known for her Jewish philanthropy in Washington, D.C., organizing fundraising events from a young age.]

This is one of a three-card set. This trade card advertises Lansburgh & Brother, a dry goods store located at 404 and 406 Seventh Street, NW, Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a frog, a mother duck, and a duckling. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is blank. This is an early address for the business. [In the 1860s, brothers Gustav and Max Lansburgh opened Baltimore House, a small fancy goods store, the predecessor to the landmark Lansburgh's Department Store. Both brothers were active in Jewish affairs. Gustav's daughter, Minnie Lansburgh Goldsmith, became known for her Jewish philanthropy in Washington, D.C.]

This trade card, part of a three-card set, advertises Lansburgh & Brother, a dry goods store located at 404 and 406 Seventh Street in Washington, D.C. The front of the card depicts a humorous illustration: a frog with a duck egg in its mouth and a mother duck looking on. The image is likely part of a larger comical theme of the trade card set. The back of the card is blank. This address represents an early location for Lansburgh & Bro. [In the 1860s, brothers Gustav and Max Lansburgh opened Baltimore House, a small fancy goods store on C Street, which later evolved into the landmark Lansburgh's Department Store on 7th Street, NW. Both brothers were active in Jewish affairs. Their daughter, Minnie Lansburgh Goldsmith, became a prominent figure in Jewish philanthropy in Washington, known for her fundraising efforts, including a performance featuring her banjo and zither skills.]

This is one of a three-part comical trade card series from Lansburgh & Brother, advertising their dry goods store located at 404 and 406 Seventh Street in Washington, D.C. This particular card depicts a frog with a duck egg in its mouth. The image is likely part of a humorous series, as suggested by the description "Comical Set 1 of 3." The back of the card is blank. The card's imagery and style suggest it was produced around the late 19th century.

This oversized trade card advertises "The Fair," a dry goods store owned by Liberman & Berkson, located at 933 "O" Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. The front of the card [Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/303bea94-352c-483f-96a9-233e552ecb1b%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg] (likely) shows a depiction of the store or its merchandise, although details are difficult to discern from the provided thumbnail. The back of the card [Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/afb631f1-45c2-494f-b706-14dc1dcc8d85%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg] confirms the store's name and address. The card measures approximately 7 1/2" x 5 1/2", larger than most trade cards of the period. The card is described as being in very good condition.

This trade card advertises Louis Einstein & Co., a general merchandise store located in Fresno, California. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/297a43d1-9e52-46a0-8f06-55d4358ff994%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) features a depiction of a view of Fresno, possibly showing the store's location or a prominent landmark. The text on the card includes the business name, "Louis Einstein & Co.", and its address, indicating it was located on Mariposa Street. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/188784a8-d8a1-4ab2-a4e4-3ee745f492c6%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is blank.

This trade card advertises Lowenstein Bros., ready-made clothiers, located in Hagerstown, Maryland. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a milkman and a woman carrying a water barrel. The text "My Affinity" is prominently displayed above the illustration, and the text "Ready Made Clothiers" is displayed below. The business's location is identified as "Hamric House Block". The back of the card is blank. This card was displayed at a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005 (AJA).

This trade card advertises M. B. Fine, a Scientific Optician, located at 640 West Lexington St., Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features the business name and profession in a clear and concise manner. The back of the card is blank. The image is simple and features only text.

This trade card for M. I. Frank advertises "Pants to Order." The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men engaged in a playful fight. The style of the drawing suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The business name and address, 52 State St., are clearly printed below the illustration. The back of the card is blank. [Moses I. Frank ran a clothing store in Albany, New York, during this period, as evidenced by his presence in various Albany City Directories. His father, listed in Albany census records as Leidon Frank, Leiden Frank, and Isadore Frank, was also a dry goods merchant. Moses I. Frank was born in Germany.]

This trade card advertises M. Levy & Co., general merchants in Berwick, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a small boy reaching up to kiss a book. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The card also notes that M. Levy & Co. is the successor to M.A. Loeb and that all kinds of produce were accepted in trade. The business address, 122 West Front St., Berwick, PA, is clearly printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Meyers' One-Price Clothing Depot, located at the Northwest Corner of Fifth and Market Streets in Wilmington, Delaware. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a charming scene of children playing in the snow. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a full advertisement for the store. [According to Rabbi David Geffen, Meyers was known for his unique promotional tactics, which once included sending up a balloon over Wilmington with coupons for free merchandise attached.]

This trade card advertises M. P. Ansorge, a clothing manufacturer offering bargains for cash. The front of the card displays the business's name and a concise message emphasizing the sale of clothing and the offer of bargains for cash. The address, 4 & West 3rd St., NYC, is clearly visible. The back of the card is blank. The card is simple in design, prioritizing the essential information for potential customers. The style and text suggest a late 19th-century origin, consistent with the circa 1885 date.

This trade card advertises M. Strasburger's Capitol Hill Shoe Store, located at 205 Pennsylvania Avenue East in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a depiction of a volcanic scene, likely intended as a decorative element. The business name, address, and type of business are clearly printed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Lowenthal, successor to J.D. Orne & Co., as a general agency for knit hosiery. The front of the card lists the business's services, including dealing in Zephyr, Balmoral, and hosiery yarns, and provides the address: 1 and 3 Market St., Rochester, NY. The card's design is notable for its use of approximately 12 different typefaces, creating a visually busy yet detailed look. The back of the card features a detailed advertisement for the Lamb Family Knitting Machine, priced at $60.00. The back is not just blank space, but also contains an advertisement.

This trade card advertises the Misfit Clothing Parlors located at 102 West Ninth Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The card measures 4-3/4" x 2-3/4". The front of the card likely displays the business name and address, although the provided information does not describe the imagery in detail. The back of the card features a street guide for Kansas City. [In the Victorian era, a 'misfit' was a custom-made garment rejected by a client due to fit or specifications. 'Misfit Parlors' emerged as businesses that purchased these rejected garments and resold them at lower prices.] Victor Klein was the proprietor.

This trade card advertises the Misfit Store, a clothing establishment located at the corner of 10th and F Streets in Washington, D.C. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a charming scene of young girls feeding swans. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of elegance and refinement, associating these qualities with the clothing sold at the store. The text on the card reads, “Misfit Store Clothing…Corner 10th & F., Washington DC.” The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. [According to Google, the proprietor was Harry Friedlander. In the Victorian era, a “misfit” was a custom-made garment rejected by a client. “Misfit Parlors” resold these garments at lower prices.]

This trade card advertises the Model Clothing Co. of Indianapolis, Indiana. The front of the card features a fan-shaped illustration of a boy playing a mandolin to a girl. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is blank. Information from other cards in the collection reveals additional details about the proprietors: Lichtenstein, Rothchild & Sloman (Factory: 72 Mill St., Rochester, NY), and the manager, Henry Levi. The card also lists the company's addresses: 43 & 45 E. Washington St., and 18, 20, & 22 S Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN.

This trade card advertises Moses Schwartz's business, specializing in trunks and traveling bags. The front of the card displays the business name, "Moses Schwartz Trunks & Traveling Bags," prominently. The address, 445 Fulton Ave., Brooklyn, is also clearly visible. The style and typeface suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Moses, a buyer of old clothes. The front of the card displays a picture of a man, likely Moses himself, holding used clothing. The back of the card contains the following text: "MOSES...BUYES OLD CLOTHES AND PAYS A GOOD PRICE, THAT SETTLES IT...HE IS ALWAYS TO BE FOUND ON THE CAMPUS." The style of the illustration and text suggests a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises N. M. Levy, a purveyor of jewelry and silverware. The front of the card (image 1) features text-based advertisement. The primary text indicates the business name, goods sold, and location: N. M. Levy, Jewelry and Silverware, Homer, NY. Additional information notes that Levy travels through Cortland, Tompkins, and Cayuga Counties. The back of the card (image 2) is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Clothing Store, owned by S. Goldstein, located at 37 Lafayette Street in Salem, Massachusetts. The front of the card displays the business name, proprietor's name, and address. The text is clean and simple, likely printed in black ink on a light-colored background. The back of the card is blank. The style suggests it is from the late 19th century, consistent with the circa 1885 date.

This trade card advertises Original Cohen's, a Baltimore-based business established in 1857. The front of the card lists their services: dealers in new and second-hand clothing, pawnbrokers, unredeemed pledges, merchant tailors, with misfits a specialty. They also sold guns, rifles, revolvers, watches, musical, and drawing instruments. The address, 8, 12, 14 Harrison St., Baltimore, MD, is clearly printed. The card also advertises a line of full dress suits for hire at reasonable terms. The back of the card contains pencil writing including figures and the name Joseph Robbins. [Joseph Robbins was the captain of the Schooner Annie Francis, an oyster dredge boat that worked the Chesapeake Bay from 1888-1890].

This trade card advertises Phil Schlesinger's One Price Clothing House in Detroit, Michigan. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a child sitting in a high chair, a common visual motif in late 19th-century advertising, suggesting affordability and family appeal. The style of the illustration suggests a date around the 1880s. The business name and address are clearly printed below the image: "Phil Schlesinger One Price Clothing House, Detroit, Michigan...8 Monroe Ave." The back of the card features a full advertisement. The imagery and style of the card are consistent with the date provided.

This trade card announces a removal sale by Prager Bros., closing July 5th. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl riding a donkey. The back of the card contains the full advertisement text. The style of the illustration and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The card's text clearly states the business name, the nature of the sale, and the business's address: Railroad & Jefferson St., Tacoma, Washington.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a shoe store located at 367 6th Ave., New York. The front of the card features an illustration of naked babies and pink flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Ehrich, a dealer in watches, jewelry, and clocks, located at 108 Greenwich Street, between Rector and Carlisle Streets in New York City. The card is a coated card. The front of the card displays the business's name and services in simple lettering. The back of the card is blank. The card is a standard straight card format.

This trade card advertises S. Kahn's clothing store, "The One Price Clothier." The front of the card (first image) depicts a classroom scene with multiple children. The illustration style is reminiscent of late 19th-century imagery. The text "The One Price Clothier" is prominently displayed. The back of the card (second image) is blank. The card was displayed at the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) in 2005.

This orange trade card advertises S. Rothschild, a French boot maker located at 168 South Fourth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features the business' name and address, printed in what appears to be a dark ink. The text is simple and straightforward, highlighting the specialty of the shop – French boot making. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. S. Nathan & Co., popular clothiers in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man holding a large bouquet of flowers. The image is likely intended to be humorous and eye-catching. Below the illustration, the card lists multiple addresses: N.E. Corner Third and K Streets; 301, 303, 305 K Street, Sacramento; New York Factory 78 Reade St; and Wholesale House, 39 & 31 Battery St., San Francisco. The back of the card features a detailed advertisement, though the specifics are not described in the provided information.

This trade card advertises the New Idea Store owned by S. Samelson, located in the Kirchner Building at 278 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy wearing bib overalls. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card features a full advertisement; the text is not legible in the provided image.

A trade card depicting a sailing ship on the front and an advertisement on the back. The card is circa 1885. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection and found in Box 2, Folder 17.

This trade card advertises Sam Baerman, a merchant tailor located at 91 Smithfield Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card shows a black man holding what appears to be a version of the advertisement. The full advertisement is on the back of the card. The back of the card features a detailed advertisement for Sam Baerman's tailoring services. It also mentions F. Ruebsamen as the cutter. The style and imagery suggest a date around the 1880s. The use of a Black man in the advertisement is problematic and reflects the racist imagery common in advertising of this period.

This trade card advertises Sam'l M. Lederer's down-town store in Manhattan, specializing in rugs and wallpaper. The front of the card features [information about the imagery on the card is missing from the description]. The text on the card clearly states the business name and address: 207 & 209 Greenwich St., NYC. A note indicates that there is a message to children on the card, but specifics are not provided. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting children playing school on the front and an advertisement on the back. The advertisement shows a corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The card dates from circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Shipper & Schwartz, Merchant Tailors, located at 733 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/90f04a85-8935-4f29-8191-19d61ab88a65%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) likely showcases the business's name and address prominently. The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/b07607ca-db56-4e65-a437-e72dc4e0749b%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) contains an advertisement, the details of which are not visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises Solomon Bros. as purveyors of Rumford Chemical Works' baking powder. The front of the card (Image 1) displays a national stock card, clearly showing "Horsford's Bread Prep." The name "Rumford Chemical Works" and the company's logo are prominently displayed. The card also mentions Solomon Bros. and their location: Savannah, GA. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement, likely further detailing the product and company.

This trade card advertises the Star Clothing House, owned by L. Schloss & Co., located in Akron, Ohio. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy with untied shoes, captioned "The Foot of the Class." The back of the card is a full advertisement for the Star Clothing House, providing the address: 122 S. Howard Street, and emphasizing their "one price strictly" policy. The style of the illustration and overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Steinaker & Co., a general merchandise store in Weston, Oregon. The front of the card depicts two elves, one holding a bottle and the other a spoon. The illustration is likely related to the sale of food items or confectionery. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Steinaker & Co., providing their address: Corner of Main & Water Streets, Weston, Oregon. The advertisement also lists Soloman Lipman as having a branch in San Francisco. The Oregon Gazette from 1886-1887 lists Steinaker & Co. as a business run by Wilson Steinaker and Soloman Lipman, dealing in general merchandise.

This trade card advertises the Union Clothing Co. of Rochester, New York. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a tall building, possibly the company's storefront, and a man standing in front of what appears to be a Ten Cent Franc note. The style of the building and illustration suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a full advertisement. [Solomon M. Levy was the owner of the business.].

Trade Card –Vogel Brothers (William and Heyman)....Father was Louis Mordechai Vogel and mother Rachel Rose Fredericka Solomon. All buried in Beth Olom Cemetery....fine image of store...Vogel Bros One Price Clothing House...605,607,609 Broadway, Corner of Houston St., New York NYC...ad on verso in form of a Letter..This is an expansion of their 8th ave. store

Trade card advertising W. George Snaman's business located at 136 Federal Street. The card depicts various images, including carapets and lace curtains, a dog eating from a baby's dish, flowers in a vase, and a full advertisement. The card is circa 1885 and part of the manuscript collection Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

This trade card advertises William Loeb's dry goods and clothing store located at 26 & 28 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (image 1) depicts a simple image of cherries. The back of the card (image 2) contains the full advertisement, repeating the address: 26 & 28 North Queen Street. This is the same address as appears on another card for Bamberger & Loeb.

A circa 1885 trade card depicting a winter scene of a well and cottage. The card includes a store advertisement at the top. The reverse side features an advertisement for Speilmann, Strack & Co. The card shows the corner of Washington and Market Streets.

This trade card advertises Wm. Cohen & Co., a dry goods and house furnishings store located in Marysville, California. The front of the card displays the business name, address (73 & 75 D Street, Under St. Nicholas Hotel), and a list of goods sold: "Fancy and Staple Dry Goods, Hats and Millinery Goods." The back of the card lists additional goods: "Carpets, Oil Cloths, Matting, Window Shades, Lace Curtains and Upholster Goods." The text on both the front and back of the card is neatly arranged and easy to read. The card's design is simple and straightforward, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The imagery is limited to typography.

Trade Card - "Yondorf Bros Your Clothiers"....."Gents Furnischers & Merchant Tailors"...note miss-spelling. Notes "Bell Telephone in use"....no number listed...1879-1881. N. E. Corner of North Av. & Larrabee St., also at Corner Blue Island Ave. & 14th Street. Full ad on back...front child sliding down the bannister. The business was established in 1872 by brothers August Yondorf and Charles Yondorf. They were German-Jewish immigrants who arrived in the United States from Bavaria during the 1850s. Initially opening a single store, their enterprise expanded successfully. By 1887, they operated multiple retail clothing storefronts across Chicago's West and North sides. In 1887, the brothers constructed the Yondorf Block and Hall, a historic Victorian Gothic/Romanesque Revival building located at 758 W. North Avenue in Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood. The ground floor served as retail space for their business, while the upper levels functioned as a grand public meeting hall, hosting neighborhood immigrant social organizations, ethnic clubs, and theater companies. It was designated a Chicago Landmark in 2001 . The owners were highly prominent members of Chicago's early Jewish community. Both brothers were active, early members of the historic Sinai Congregation on Chicago's South Side, one of the most influential Reform Jewish congregations in the United States. August Yondorf was closely associated with and supported the Chicago Hebrew Institute on West Taylor Street, a vital Jewish community center dedicated to assisting newly arrived Jewish immigrants. Meanwhile, Charles Yondorf maintained elite social ties within the German-Jewish upper class, holding memberships at the Standard Club (a premier Jewish civic club in downtown Chicago) and the Ravisloe Country Club.

This trade card advertises the Young America Square Dealing Clothing House, owned by Ulrich & Kahn, located at 232 Main St., Winsted, CT. The front of the card likely displays the business name and address, possibly with some illustrative elements, although this is unconfirmed given only image urls are available. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The imagery and overall design would likely reflect the aesthetic of clothing advertisements from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises the Young America Square Dealing Clothing House in Winsted, Connecticut, managed by N. Ulrich. The front of the card (Image 1) features a humorous cartoon of a man fishing and, instead of a fish, catching his pants. This whimsical image likely served to attract attention and create a memorable advertisement. The business's name, address (232 Main Street, Winsted, CT), and manager's name are clearly printed on the card. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a full advertisement, although the details of that ad are not provided in the metadata.

This trade card advertises Zundel & Wineman, a furniture store located at 112 South Pennsylvania Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a blue hat. The image is likely a detail from a larger advertisement. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The image shows the front of the card; the back is described in the donor's notes.

This collection of eight trade cards advertises the New England Boot and Shoe Co. located at 388 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. [The business was owned by Hirsberg and Samuels. Edward Flatau is mentioned on one card as working at the business.] All eight cards feature a flower motif. [The card pictured here includes an illustration of a woman wearing a large floral hat and a dress with a large bow, standing with a child in a white dress holding a bouquet. The child is wearing a bonnet adorned with a flower. The background includes a floral design.] The backs of the cards are blank.

This record contains three trade cards advertising J. Levy's store in Augusta, Wisconsin. The front of one card depicts a boy and girl holding hands. The reverse of this card features a full advertisement that reads, "The Best Place to Trade at... J. Levy's...always patronize a Live Merchant.... Augusta, Wisconsin." The other two cards in the set are described as being similar. The images suggest a general store, appealing to a family audience. The back of the cards are not blank and contain advertisements. Augusta, Wisconsin was a small town (population under 2,000) in Central Western Wisconsin during the period these cards were issued.