Subject: Advertising cards

A set of seven comical trade cards advertising the Fechner Brothers' businesses located at 490 States Street, New Haven, and 62 State Street, Bridgeport, Connecticut. The cards are circa 1885. The exact nature of their business is unclear from the provided information.

This item consists of a two-sided advertisement for Joseph Ullmann, a furrier located at 165 & 167 Mercer Street in New York City. One side features a calendar for the year, prominently displaying the address. The reverse side contains an advertisement with instructions on how to ship furs and skins to Ullmann. [J. Ullmann was the Treasurer of Ahabath Achim Kalhal in St. Paul.]

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 advertisement for Steinfeld's Clothing House in Cleveland, Ohio, depicts a salesperson presenting a coat to a customer. The illustration suggests a scene within a clothing store, emphasizing customer service and the quality of the merchandise. The front of the advertisement prominently features the address, 242 Superior Street. The back of the card contains the store's policy: "ONE PRICE TO ALL...WE WILL REFUND THE MONEY ON ALL GOODS NOT AS REPRESENTED." The card is signed in print, "STEINFELD THE CLOTHIER."

An advertising card for N.B. Levy & Bro., Manufacturing and Dispensing Optician. The front of the card features the business name, while the back shows the location: Traders Bank Building. The card includes "NBL" in script. The date is estimated to be around 1900 based on the style of the card and the lack of more specific information.

Bone-like advertising trade card. The front features a full graphic advertisement, and the back instructs customers to send fur orders to Marks in Detroit for savings. The card dates from circa 1910, based on the collection's dating.

Trade card advertising Alper's Cigar Store. The card indicates that cigars are sold for 5 cents. The card dates from circa 1900. Physical location: Ms. Coll. 1410, M, Box 3, Folder 15.

Calling card type trade card for Altman & Co., located at 68, 70, and 72 Seneca Street, corner of Ellicott Street, Buffalo, New York. The card features red and white flowers on a gold background. Circa 1885.

Token with an American eagle with flags. The token advertises French Cognac Bitters, identifying S. Steinfeld as the sole agent in the U.S. and the principal depot as 70 Nassau St. The reverse is mis-struck. The date 1863 is visible on the reverse. The card is made of copper.

Trade card advertising French Cognac Bitters. The card features an image of an American eagle with flags. The text on the card indicates that S. Steinfeld was the sole agent in the U.S. and that the principal depot was located at 70 Nassau Street. The reverse of the card is dated 1863. The trade card is made of copper.

Copperplate trade card advertising French Cognac Bitters. The card features an American eagle with flags and indicates that S. Steinfeld was the sole agent in the U.S. with a principal depot at 70 Nassau Street. The card dates from circa 1860.

An American trade card featuring the image of a US eagle. The card is associated with Ph. Carpelés. The date is presumed to be circa 1863 based on the provided metadata.

An American trade card featuring a US eagle. The card is likely from 1863, judging by the date in the metadata. The reverse of the card is not shown. The card's creator, Carpelès, Ph. is mentioned in the metadata.

An American trade card featuring a U.S. eagle. The card is associated with Ph. Carpelès. The date is inferred to be January 1, 1863, based on metadata.

An animated trade card advertising Dolly Madison 5-cent cigars by I. N. Carvalho & Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a dancer's legs and dress kicking up when opened. Dated circa 1890s.

Trade card for Arbuckle Coffee, No. 47. Depicts a scene of children playing with a dreidel in Ancient Judea. Published circa 1893.

An autumn-themed trade card circa 1885 featuring a poem for Candee. The card depicts a courtly couple with a basket of fruit and a pumpkin. The colors are gold and red with a string of leaves. The reverse of the card shows Candee rubber boots and shoes. This item is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

Stock card for Bell's Soap, found at 16 East Main Street. The card features images of children and an image described as "Indian #1". The reverse side contains a full advertisement. This item is part of Volume 32, Page 6 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The card dates from circa 1885.

Blue cardboard advertising card for Blumenthal's Bargain Store in Sebewaing, Michigan. The card likely dates from the early 20th century, given the style and materials. It features advertising imagery and text promoting the store's merchandise.

A folding trade card advertising Bronner & Co.'s ready-made and custom clothing for men, youths, boys, and children. Published in New York, New York in 1882, it features illustrations and product information, along with self-measurement instructions. The card showcases late Victorian fashion and the early mail-order business model.

This business card advertises the legal services of Joseph C. Levi, an attorney at law in New York City. The card is blank. The business address is 7 Warren Street. The card is a standard business card format with black text on a cream-colored background. The address and professional title are printed at the top of the card.

This business card advertises M. Neuburger & Co., importers of small wares, located at 305 Canal Street and 47 Howard Street, New York. [The business was also associated with J. Rosenberg and S. Wilhelm.] The front of the card features the company name in large bold lettering. The card also indicates that the business was an importer of small wares. The back of the card is blank. This is a business card and not a trade card as initially categorized.

Business card of Louis N. B. Straus, identifying him as an Assistant Surgeon and a member of the A.O.K. of M.C. (Ancient Order of Knights of Malta and Christianity?). The card features an embossed coat of arms for the A.O.K. of M.C. Printed circa 1885 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Business Card of Moses A. Dropsie, watchmaker, located at 57 North Third Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is undated, but based on biographical information, it likely dates from between 1840 and 1845, before Dropsie transitioned to a career in law. This is considered a rare example, possibly unique.

Business card of William Wineberg, milliner, located at 761 Broadway, New York, New York. Printed on white stock. The card likely dates from around 1875 based on the collection's dating.

This is a business card for A. Gitensten, advertising "Shirts and Waists." The front of the card displays the business name and address: 387 Grand St., New York. The image shows simple typography, common in late 19th-century business cards. The back of the card is blank.

This business card advertises B. Feldmann & Co., grocers, located at 350 King Street in Charleston, South Carolina. The front of the card is simple and features the business name, type of business, and address printed neatly. The card appears to be a standard business card format, small and rectangular. The image shows text only; no illustrations or decorative elements are present. The back of the card is blank.

This is a business card for Goldenberg & Weinberg, successors to L. Goldenberg & Co. The front of the card advertises them as "Jobbers and Retail Dealers in Embroideries." The address, 67 W. Baltimore St., four doors above Gay St., Baltimore, Maryland, is clearly printed. The card's design is simple and understated, typical of early coated business cards from around 1870. The back of the card is blank. A second image in this record shows a similar card with minor differences in print, which could be a slightly different version or a variation of the printing process, but the information provided is essentially the same.

This business card advertises H. Lehmann, an importer of human hair and ornamental hair manufacturer, located at 1213 Broadway, between 29th and 30th Streets in New York City. The front of the card displays the business name and a description of their services, indicating that they specialize in importing human hair and manufacturing hair ornaments. The back of the card is blank. The image is primarily text-based, with the business information prominently displayed. The style is typical of late 19th-century business cards.

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.

This business card represents Lenneberg & Meyer, clothing manufacturers, with Weil Brothers acting as their selling agents. The front of the card displays the business's name and address: 491 Broadway, New York. The card's design is simple and straightforward, likely typical of business cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

Business Card advertising the men's furnishing business of Levy Spear and Moses Ballerstein in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is undated, but it is circa 1885. The card features a graphic design and business information.

This business card advertises the hat shop of Louis F. Moershfelder, located at 277 Genesee Street in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card features the prominent text "SEE MY $1.50 & $2.00 STIFF HATS." The text is simple and direct, highlighting the price point of the hats offered. The style suggests a late 19th-century business card. The back of the card is blank. [Information about Louis F. Moershfelder and his business is not available].

This business card advertises the Metropolitan Detective Agency, with Charles W. Levy listed as Principal. The front of the card displays the agency's name prominently, followed by its address: 243 Broadway, New York. The image is simple and features only the text. The back of the card is blank.

This business card advertises N. Hirschfeld's hardware and electrical supplies store located at 328 Grand Street, between Orchard and Ludlow Streets, in New York City. The front of the card is predominantly text-based, clearly displaying the business name, address, and type of goods sold. The back of the card is blank. The overall style suggests a late 19th-century business card.

This business card advertises the Rochester Knitting Works, owned by Max Lowenthal & Brother. The front of the card displays the business name, address (428 to 438 East Main St.), and the establishment date (1868). The card's design is simple and understated, typical of late 19th- or early 20th-century business cards. The back of the card is blank.

This business card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., clothing importers, located at 365 & 367 Broadway, New York, NY. The front of the card features the business name, 'ROSENFELD BROS.', prominently displayed in a stylized, uppercase font. Below the name, 'CLOTHING IMPORTERS' is also displayed. The address, '365 & 367 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, NEW YORK', is clearly visible beneath. The design is simple and elegant, typical of business cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank. The card's overall color scheme is monochromatic and understated.

This business card advertises the services of S. Tischler, a sanitary plumbing business located in New York City. The front of the card features the business name, "SANITARY PLUMBING," prominently displayed at the top. The address, "27 CANNON STREET," is clearly printed underneath. The back of the card is blank. The card's design is simple and straightforward, typical of late 19th-century business cards.

This business card for Solomon & Roth in Griffin, Georgia, is unusual in that it appears to be a hand-drawn calling card. The card features a pencil sketch of an American eagle, with 'Griffin, Ga.' inscribed inside a wreath above the eagle's head. The style is simple but evocative of folk art. The image is rendered on the glossy stock of a typical business card. The back of the card is blank.

This business card advertises "Great Leader Cigars" manufactured by Ullmann, Dreifus & Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features the text:"WE RECOMMEND GREAT LEADER CIGARS, 5 FOR 10 CENTS. PACKED ONLY IN POUCHES OF FIVE EACH." The back of the card depicts a winter scene with a robin perched on a branch. The style of the illustration and the overall design suggests a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is illustrated with a snow scene. A duplicate of this card is listed as a business card.

Trade card depicting a bust of a lady. The card is part of the Ostrander Collection (Ms. Coll. 1410) and is housed in Binder 1, Page 24, of the OOS collection. The card dates from circa 1885 and its geographic location is associated with the coordinates 42.6387819998483, -83.2926959998299, suggesting a location in the United States. The subject matter relates to mercantile themes.

This is a plain, gothic-printed calling card for Albert B. Katz. The card features a simple design with the text printed in a gothic typeface, a standard font choice for business cards during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. There is no additional information about the business.

This record contains a single calling card for Jacob D. Lit. The card is plain with only printed text, lacking any illustrations or decorative elements. The front of the card displays only the name "Jacob D. Lit." The back of the card is blank.

Christmas greeting trade card featuring an image of Lillys & a girl picking flowers on the front. The back includes a full advertisement. The card is part of the Hutzler Brothers collection and dates to circa 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 13, Page 27.

This collection comprises three undated trade cards. One card advertises the services of Rabbi J. Sechtzer, likely associated with Beth Israel Hospital in New York, New York. A second card features S. J. Englander, and the third, Joseph Grossman, both located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards are printed in English, Hebrew, and German, suggesting a diverse clientele and possibly reflecting the multilingual nature of the communities served by these individuals.

Trade card bearing the inscription "NOT MADE BY A TRUST"; COMPLIMENTS OF C. H. SHAW, MILLBURY, MASS. The date is estimated as circa 1890 based on the context of the collection. The card's physical location is cited as Arc.MS.56, Volume 9, Page 23.

Die-cut trade card in the shape of a fan, circa 1885. The card's design is suggestive of mercantile themes. Further details about the card's content and purpose are limited due to the minimal information available.

Die-cut circular trade card depicting Mother Goose. The card features the address 17 & 19 E. Water Street. The card is circa 1885.

A die-cut trade card depicting a warthog. The card indicates a business location at 154 & 156 Superior Street. The card is circa 1885.

Die-cut trade card depicting a boy offering flowers to a girl. Issued by Rosenbloom Bros. circa 1881. The card's design suggests a mercantile context, likely used for advertising or promotional purposes. Geographic location is inferred as Syracuse, New York, based on the donor's collection.

Circa 1885 die-cut trade card depicting a cat in a shoe. The interior features advertisements for dresses with prices listed. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 19, Page 34.

Die-cut trade card depicting an egg cup with a chick emerging from the egg. The card features the name "CIVES, POMEROY & STEWART" and the address "606, 608, 610, 612 PENN STREET." The card is circa 1885. The card is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A die-cut trade card advertising Closse & Sons, located at 154 & 156 Superior Street. The card is circa 1885. The image depicts a rooster, suggesting a possible connection to poultry or related businesses. Further details about the nature of the business are not available from the provided description.

A die-cut trade card in the shape of a Star of David, advertising Fabyan House. The card is circa 1885 and was likely produced in the United States. Additional details found on the card include 'LIHO OF RESORT'.

A die-cut trade card depicting a fisherman holding a net. The card originally had a stand, which is now missing. The back of the advertisement is torn. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is part of the Cushman Collection.

Die-cut trade card depicting a horseshoe. The card indicates addresses at 43 and 45 Fulton Street. The card is circa 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 11.

Circa 1885 die-cut trade card depicting a hot air balloon, a girl with a dog, and a full advertisement for a business located on Market Street. The card is part of Volume 40, Page 4, of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The advertisement suggests a mercantile context.

Circa 1885 die-cut trade card advertising Rothschild's Royal Dresden Tea Pot. The card depicts a teapot. The reverse of the card reads "THIS IS A COPY OF ROTHCHILD'S FAMOUS ROYAL DRESDEN TEA POT."

Die-cut trade card depicting a shoe that opens to reveal children inside. Features the logo "U. S. BOOT & SHOE CO." The card is circa 1885.

This is a discount card from Rothenberg's, located at 14th & 6th Avenue in New York City. The card offers a discount for orders of $3.00 or more. The front of the card is simple and features only text stating the discount offer and the business's address. The back of the card is blank.

Small aluminum tray; oval. Advertisement for dry goods and millinery located at 1447 Green Bay Avenue. The advertisement likely dates from the 1890s, based on the provided date range. The physical item consists of a small, oval aluminum tray, suggesting it may have been used for display or promotional purposes.

Trade card depicting a girl sitting on a pillow, keeping a dog away from a cookie. The reverse side of the card is fully advertised. The image is dated circa 1885 and geographically located in the vicinity of Eighth Avenue and 24th Street. This item is part of collection E, and found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 19, Page 25.

This is a beautiful envelope from Mandel Brothers, a prominent Chicago department store. Both the front and back feature an Oriental design, possibly intended as sachet packaging. The design is richly detailed with an aesthetic that reflects late 19th-century tastes. The style of the illustration includes elements that might be considered stereotypical representations of Asian cultures. Note that the envelope was part of a Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati in 2005 (AJA).

Trade card depicting an Indian head on the front and advertising Felix Kosher's Dining Saloon located at 256 Broadway in New York City. The Hebrew text "Felix Kosher" is visible on the reverse. The card dates from 1863. Felix Kosher and Isaac Ederheimer owned several restaurants in New York City between 1861 and 1873; a saloon operated at 256 Broadway between 1864 and 1869.

A set of five trade cards advertising the business of Joshua Schnurman, located at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Each card features a different floral illustration and the text "JOSHUA SCHNURMAN, 'New store, 713 HAMILTON STREET opposite the post office'...Allentown, Pa." The cards are estimated to date from around 1885.

Trade card advertising Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The card depicts a child carrying another child piggyback. The image suggests a family-friendly or wholesome association with the product. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253-259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts two fashionably dressed little girls. The date is circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a design of three children and a dog looking at their shadows and includes the greeting "Merry Christmas Greetings for 1880". Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States in 1880.

Collection of four trade cards advertising Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The cards feature the text "ONE PRICE CLOTHING BAZAR...FIRST CLOTHING STORE FROM MAIN ST." and contain a full advertisement on the back. The approximate date is circa 1885. The cards also depict images that appear to be of Geishas. The images on the cards seem to contain racist stereotypes.

Set of four trade cards advertising the One Price Cash Dry Goods Store in Portland, Oregon. The cards are undated, but circa 1885 based on stylistic elements. The cards feature illustrations of various merchandise and likely served as promotional materials for the store. The name of Charles S. Levy is associated with the store.

French puzzle card depicting a lion. The reverse side displays an advertisement for Young's Hat, Cap, Fur & Gent's Furnishing House, located at 60 Main Street. The card dates from January 1, 1882.

A French puzzle card depicting a man holding a runaway horse by the tail. The reverse side features an advertisement for "Leading Hat, Cap, Fur & Gent's Furnishing" located at 60 Main Street. The card dates from January 1, 1882, and is housed in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59. The card's geographic location is approximately 40.620718, -75.378489.

A French puzzle card depicting a stag. The reverse side displays an advertisement for a hat, cap, fur, and men's furnishings store located at 60 Main Street. The card dates from approximately January 1, 1882. The card's physical location is Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

A French puzzle card depicting "Uncle Sam's Troubles," likely dating from around 1882. The reverse side displays an advertisement for a hat, cap, fur, and men's furnishing house located at 60 Main Street. The card's imagery suggests a commentary on political or social issues of the time. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, housed in Box 2, Folder 59.

A gilded trade card depicting a girl holding a scrapbook. The card features the phrase "Merry Xmas." The card is part of the Mandel Bros. collection and dates to circa 1885. It is found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 10, Page 15.

This four-page trade card pamphlet commemorates Gusky's grand opening in 1885. Each page features a beautifully embossed and colored print of a rose. The first page displays "Gusky's Grand Opening 1885" along with a seasonal greeting. The third page features "Gusky's Greetings 1885" and a New Year's wish. The pamphlet measures 4 inches by 6 inches. The card shows some minor wear, with a small chip on one corner and slight wear to the cloth silk edge; otherwise, the pamphlet is complete and intact. [J.M. Gusky (1845-1886) purchased S. Cohen's mercantile establishment in 1882 and renamed it Gusky's, considered Pittsburgh's first department store. After his death from pneumonia, his wife owned the business, managed by the De Wolf brothers. By 1888, sales exceeded two million dollars. Esther Gusky founded the J. M. Gusky Orphanage and Home in 1890, in memory of her husband.]

Black die-cut trade card depicting a high button shoe with floral decoration. The card is circa 1885. This item is part of the O Collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

Trade card invitation to a Baltimore Oriole celebration issued by Phillips Bros. & Co. in Baltimore, Maryland in 1882. The card features an illustration of a Baltimore Oriole. Entered into the Library of Congress in 1882.

A die-cut feather-shaped trade card advertising Kaufmann's millinery department. The card features a winter scene with owls and mentions locations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Paris, France; and London, England. Published in 1892.

Stock card for the Keystone Watch Company, circa 1885. The front of the card features an illustration of a man with a watch. The back displays a full advertisement for Keystone watches. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

A folded trade card advertising Kretschman Bros., located at Eleventh and Market Streets, southwest corner, likely Philadelphia, PA. The card features a 12-month calendar for the year 1877. The card is four pages long when unfolded.

A commercial letter sent by S. N. Scott to Julius Saul in Troy, New York on April 17, 1880. The letter is contained within an envelope with advertising and numerous trade cards.

Lithograph trade card depicting folding scissors. The card indicates a patent date of 1872 and an address of 430 Broadway. It also features the text "Gloves & Scissors" and a stamp that reads "SEC. N 69 MAIN BUILDING..U.S. CENTENNIAL". The card is associated with the Marx Brothers and is dated circa 1885. The item is part of Volume 18, Page 11, of Archival Collection MS.56.

Trade card advertising Greensfelder, Florsheim & Co., a Chicago-based company. The card depicts two schoolchildren with a dog. The card is part of a larger collection of manuscripts and mixed materials. This item is found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 10, Page 7.

Trade card advertising the New England Bargain Clothing Co., located at Meyer Levy's Old Stand. The card is dated circa 1885. Geographic location is Maine.

Trade card depicting the New Jersey Clothing Hall. The image is described as a picture of clothes. The date is estimated as January 1, 1870. The card is found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 2, Page 55.

Trade card or advertisement with the words "NICKLE PLATE." The date is unknown, but the item is likely from the late 19th or early 20th century based on the style of lettering. The item is part of the M collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 4. Geographic location is inferred as the United States based on the style and subject matter.

A set of nineteen trade cards produced by Selz, Schwab & Co. of Chicago, Illinois, circa 1885. Each card features a portrait and signature of a different U.S. President, starting with George Washington. The front of each card displays the portrait and signature, while the back advertises "Selz Rock Bottom Shoes Mfg. by Selz, Schwab & Co., Chicago." In 1878, M. Selz bought into the M. Selz Shoe Company. The collection includes images of the following presidents: George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, James Monroe, John Quincy Adams, Andrew Jackson, Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James K. Polk, Zachary Taylor, Millard Fillmore, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, Chester A. Arthur, and Grover Cleveland.

A novelty trade card depicting dog faces changing while wearing a red hat. The card indicates the item was sold from Maine to California. This is one of two such cards in the collection. The back of the card indicates where the card was sold. Circa 1885.

Trade card featuring Sam Weller, a character from Charles Dickens' *The Pickwick Papers*. The card advertises a business located at 322 Niagara Street. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The card dates from around January 1, 1875.

Trade card advertising recruitment for the Cameron Dragoons, commanded by Col. Max Friedman, and recruiting officer Lieut. Washington Cromelien. The advertisement specifies pay and rations commencing upon enlistment and lists headquarters at the Northwest corner of Sixth and Jayne Streets. Likely published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1861.

This collection comprises fifteen trade cards advertising the London & Liverpool Clothing Co., located at 169 Bank Street in Waterbury, Connecticut. Each card features a different U.S. president: George Washington, John Adams, James K. Polk, James Madison, Grover Cleveland, James Monroe, Rutherford B. Hayes, John Quincy Adams, James A. Garfield, Andrew Jackson, Franklin Pierce, Martin Van Buren, Zachary Taylor, William Henry Harrison, and John Tyler. The cards advertise the company as "the cheapest clothing house in the Naugatuck Valley." The cards are undated but are estimated to date from around 1885 based on stylistic evidence. The collection is incomplete; not all cards are present.

Set of five trade cards advertising Joseph Freeman, a fashionable merchant tailor located at 306 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. Each card features a black and white portrait of a different actress. The cards are undated but are estimated to date from circa 1885. The cards indicate that Freeman was a member of Temple in 1880. The collection includes cards featuring Louise Marie, Lillian Conway, Adelaide Neilson, Clara Morris and Mrs. John Wood.

This collection comprises five trade cards issued by R.H. Macy & Co. in New York, New York, circa 1885. The cards, part of a larger collection (Arc.MS.56, Volume 21, Pages 12-13), depict imagery related to the department store's merchandise. The donor's note indicates the set is from "Arabian Nights" and that the cards were owned by Isidor and Nathan Straus.

Set of four comical trade cards for Mayer's, located at 490 & 492 Grand Street, New York, New York. The cards are black and white and feature advertisements on the back. The cards are part of a larger collection of trade cards and are dated circa 1885.

A set of four trade cards advertising the gents' furnishing goods of I. Selig, located at 218 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The cards depict various courting scenes. The cards are undated, but based on other materials in the collection, are likely from around 1882.

Set of four trade cards issued by M. Liebmann in Deadwood, South Dakota, circa 1885. The cards depict scenes with flowers and fairies. The cards are part of a larger collection of trade cards.

A set of six trade cards depicting various snow scenes. The cards were produced by I.H. Brounstein, located at 13 & 15 North Salina Street, Syracuse, New York, circa 1885. The cards are part of the collection housed in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 17.

Set of six trade cards depicting historical sites in Southern Florida. Each card measures 7 1/4" x 4 1/2" and features a different scene. The back of each card is blank except for a stamp indicating the store: Schneur's Curiosity Store, St. Augustine, FL. Accompanying text provides details about the business, describing Charles F. Schneur's extensive operations in Florida and beyond, including a branch in Jacksonville and publication of an illustrated guide to St. Augustine. This information is excerpted from Webb's Historical, Industrial and Biographical Florida, Part 1 (1885).

Set of three identical trade cards issued by P. Ostheim & Son. Each card features an illustration of a girl with a snowball and is triangular in shape. The cards display the address 1102.1104 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards are undated, but are circa 1885 based on other contextual information. The cards are part of a larger collection of trade cards.

Trade card for Simons Brothers, located at 618 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. Established in 1840. The card features a design including a prince-like boy, two cherubs holding a ring, a coat of arms, and a clock with the numbers 12 and 20. The reverse side includes a calendar for 1890. Circa 1885.

Set of six trade cards (7 1/4" x 4 1/2") depicting historical areas in Southern Florida. Each card features a different scene, likely of a plantation. The back of each card is blank except for the stamped name of the store: Schneur's Curiosity Store, St. Augustine, FL. Accompanied by an excerpt from *Webb's Historical, Industrial and Biographical Florida, Part 1* (1885), which describes the business of Charles F. Schneur, owner of the store, his background, and his various business ventures in Florida and elsewhere. The excerpt details his extensive curiosity shop in St. Augustine and a branch establishment called the St. Augustine Bazaar, noting the scale of his business and its contribution to the city's souvenir trade.

Set of six trade cards (7 1/4" x 4 1/2") depicting historical areas in Southern Florida. Each card features a different scene, likely of a plantation. The back of each card is blank except for the stamped name of the store: "Schneur's Curiosity Store, St. Augustine, FL." Accompanying the cards is a description from Webb's Historical, Industrial and Biographical Florida (1885) detailing the business of Charles F. Schneur, owner of Schneur's Curiosity Store and St. Augustine Bazaar, which highlights the souvenir trade in St. Augustine, Florida, and his extensive experience in the curiosity business across various locations in the Northeast.

Trade card advertising Rubinstein, a manufacturer of blank books, stationery, and sporting goods, located at the corner of Market and Walnut Streets in Philadelphia. The card features a baseball logo. The business telephone number is listed as Bell Phone 1414. The date is inferred from the context and physical location of the card within the collection.

Stereoscopic trade card advertising Goldsmith & Co., located at 336 & 368 Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, opposite the Newhall House. The card features a storefront view and a full advertisement on the reverse. Undated, circa 1880.

Trade card in the shape of a Christmas stocking. The front displays "STERN'S BRO'S; CHRISTMAS STOCKING." The back features a full advertisement showcasing various items for girls and notions for men. Pink stripes are visible. The address 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street is also printed on the card. Circa 1885.

This circa 1885 trade card, issued by Stern Brothers, is shaped like a Christmas stocking. The front features the text "WHAT SHALL WE PUT IN THE CHILDREN'S STOCKINGS? SEE INSIDE." The back displays a full advertisement for various items for girls and notions for men. The card folds out and is red. The address 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street is printed on the card.

This circa 1885 trade card from Stern Brothers is shaped like a stocking. The front reads, "What shall we put in the children's stockings? See inside." The back features a full advertisement for various girls' items and notions for men. The card is red and unfolds to reveal the advertisement. The address listed is 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street.

This circa 1885 trade card, issued by Stern Brothers, is in the shape of a stocking. The front features the text "WHAT SHALL WE PUT IN THE CHILDREN'S STOCKINGS? SEE INSIDE." The back displays a full advertisement showcasing various items for girls and notions for men. The card folds out and is red. The address 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street is printed on the card.

Trade card depicting a Black man with a basket. The card is a Thanksgiving Day greeting from Fleischner at 1026 Chestnut Street. The image shows two of three cards. Circa 1885. Part of the collection E, Arc.MS.56, Volume 34, Page 5.

Set of three comical trade cards depicting gentlemen in hats. The cards bear the address #27 #29 North Main St. The cards date from circa 1885.

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.

Set of three trade cards, each featuring an artist's portrait of a child. Addresses included are 23 Fifth Ave. (Hugus & Hacke Building), and 90 & 92 Federal Street, Allegheny City. Circa 1885. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

A set of three trade cards issued by H. & D. Cohen, located at 123 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards depict children in comical scenes. The cards are undated, but the style suggests a date of circa 1885.

A set of three trade cards advertising H. & D. Cohen, located at 123 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards feature floral designs. The cards are undated but are estimated to date from circa 1885 based on the style of the cards and other related materials in the collection. The cards are part of the collection Arc.MS.56, Volumes 33, Pages 11 and 14.

Three comical trade cards advertising Rosenfelt Bros., clothiers, located in Easton, Pennsylvania. The cards depict men being fitted for clothing. The cards are undated, but are estimated to be circa 1885. These are part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

This trade card advertises C.H. Meussdorffer, located at 151 Front Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an image of a child and a blind man begging. The back of the card is blank.

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.

German-language advertisement trade card for Ernst Kaufmann, located at 22 & 24 North William Street. The card dates from circa 1885. The physical item is located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Binder 1, Page 11.

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 record contains a trade card and a related broadside. The trade card advertises Golding Bros., located at 8th Ave. and 36th St., New York City. The front of the card features imagery suggestive of the late 19th-century athletic scene, possibly depicting strongmen or a sporting event, reflecting the time's social and industrial conflicts. The back of the card is a broadside announcing the "Grand Annual Ball of the Cigarette Makers Association," to be held at Tammany Hall on Saturday, November 12th, 1881. The broadside lists the association's officers: Wm. Rubens (President), Abe Rubens (Secretary), Barney Kommel (Vice President), and Nathan Cohen (Treasurer).

Trade card and raffle ticket advertising the Palace of Fashion, located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a red and white rose in a basket. The card is circa 1885, and is a duplicate. This item is from Arc.MS.56, Volume 39, Page 30.

This record contains two images of a trade card and raffle ticket from the Parisian Cloak & Suit Co. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a picturesque winter scene, likely a castle or manor house, set against a snowy landscape. The image is predominantly in cool tones, evoking a sense of elegance and sophistication. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement for the Parisian Cloak & Suit Co., including their address: 26 East King Street. The text is clearly printed and easy to read. The back of the card functions as a raffle ticket as well.

A trade card and raffle ticket issued by William Loeb in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, circa 1885. The front features a handwritten raffle ticket (#235) for a chance to win a doll. The back lists rules for a drawing on February 1, 1881, and includes an address: 26 & 28 North Queen Street. The card's design is similar to another card associated with Bamberger & Loeb.

A circa 1885 trade card depicting a comical man who has been beaten. The reverse side is blank. The card mentions "First Street." The card is part of the O collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

Trade card depicting a girl in a Turkish hat. The image is described as "GIRL IN A TURKISH HAT." This item is part of the collection Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 2 and is dated circa 1885. The card's subject matter suggests a connection to mercantile trade, potentially representing a product or service related to clothing, fashion, or cultural imagery.

One of two trade cards depicting a thin man looking for a hotel at Beach Boy Point, with a beach boy pointing the way. The card is part of a larger collection of trade cards and other manuscript materials. The image suggests a seaside location, likely in the United States given the style of the illustration. Circa 1885.

A trade card depicting a winter scene at 688 Clinton Street, corner of Emslie Street, Buffalo, New York. The card is part of Volume 25, Page 25 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The image is dated circa 1885. The card's subject matter is mercantile. The card is from the E collection.

A trade card, circa 1885, depicting a woman picking flowers. The card is part of Volume 28, Page 2 of the collection Arc.MS.56. The image is currently unavailable. The card's subject matter suggests a possible connection to the mercantile trade, although further context is needed. The card is associated with I. H. Brounstein.

A trade card depicting a woman picking flowers. The card is part of Volume 28, Page 2 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The image is circa 1885 and relates to mercantile activities. The card's location is Syracuse, New York, based on the archival collection's geographic metadata.

The front of this trade card for A. & J. Wiener, clothiers in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, features a bird with a rose in its beak. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. & J. Wiener, clothing merchants in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a girl standing on a rooftop waving a flag. She is dressed in a long white dress with an orange sash and appears to be waving a red and white flag. The background of the card depicts a city street scene with houses and trees. The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises A. Adelmann, a cigar manufacturer located at 625 Eighth Avenue in New York City. The card features a caricature of an Irish porter, a common sight in New York at the time. The front of the card is printed in black and white, while the back is blank. The card is part of a collection of Judaica Americana and may represent an example of a Jewish-owned business in New York City during the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises A. Adelmann, a tobacco dealer located at 625 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts children attending school, with desks and a blackboard. The illustration is in a lively, detailed style. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for Adelmann's business.

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 the A. B. Chase Co. piano manufacturers of Norwalk, Ohio. The card features an image of a young boy named Master Rubenstein Demarest, a five-year-old piano prodigy, playing a Chase Octavo Pedal Piano. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Chase pianos and features a reference to the Chicago World's Fair.

This trade card advertises A. Baumgarten, a clothier in East Saginaw, Michigan. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a boy sailing in a boot-shaped boat, with a lighthouse and other ships in the background. The design is rendered in blue, with the sea and sky blending together. 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. Block, a dry goods merchant in Keyport, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a sailboat with a family on board, enjoying a peaceful day at sea. The illustration showcases a family on a sailboat against a background of water.

This trade card for A. Blum, located at 49 Broadway and 105 New Church Street, New York City, features a red border and a white background. On the front of the card, the business name appears at the top, and the two addresses are listed below. The card also lists 'Importer' and 'Wholesale & Retail', which suggests that A. Blum was involved in wholesale and retail food sales and imported goods. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card for A. Bottstein, a jeweler, is a simple design with an elaborate rose against a black background. Below the rose is the address, 285 6th Avenue, New York. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

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 A. Cahn's drugstore located at 209 Bleecker Street, corner of Cottage Place, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man seemingly in an accident. He is surrounded by household items and debris in a comical scene. The text on the card reads, 'A Mere Accident.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Clifford & Co., a poultry dealer located at 205 Commercial Street, Boston. The front of the card features a large, colorful lithograph of a chicken. Text on the card states that farmers should bring their chickens to the company for various Jewish holidays and lists the dates of these holidays. The back of the card is blank. The first card in this record has text written in an ornate script, while the second card, which is a duplicate, has more block lettering. Both cards are in English.

This trade card advertises A. Cohen, an importer and dealer in china, glass, crockery, lamps, oil, and other goods. The card features a die-cut of a horseshoe with an owl sitting on it. The front of the card lists two addresses for the business: 673 Fulton Street and 201 Court Street, both in New York City. The back of the card is blank. [The collection also includes two crocks with the business's advertisement impressed on them.]

This trade card advertises the business of A. D. Gittelson, jobbers of Russian and Turkish cigarettes and tobacco. Gittelson also sold teas, coffees, and spices. The card provides two addresses for the business: 384 Perry Street and 588 Woodland Avenue. The card also includes the phone number C.3080.R. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. There are no images on the card, which appears to be a simple text-based trade card.

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. Frankenfield, a clothing merchant located at 397 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl looking at flowers on a plant. The background depicts a decorative, ornate, and possibly antique-style frame. The card is printed in shades of brown and blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Friedlander & Co., importers and manufacturers of cloaks, suits, and mantles. The front of the card showcases an elaborate, colorful graphic featuring stylized, Art Nouveau-inspired illustrations of women in various elegant garments. The illustrations are arranged around a central text panel that prominently displays the business name and slogan. The back of the card contains a lithograph image of a factory. It lists the business addresses in Boston and New York City as well as factory locations in Berlin, Germany, and Paris, France.

This trade card advertises A. G. Jacobs, a boot and shoe dealer located in Orcutt's Block on Main Street, Rockville, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of children inside a cobbler's shop. Two children are standing inside the shop, a young boy to the right, wearing a red coat, and a young girl on the left, with long hair, wearing a blue dress. The girl is holding her hand to her mouth as if she's laughing. A third child, also a young girl, is seated on the left looking down at a pair of boots. The scene depicts various tools and materials for making and repairing shoes. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises A. Goldberg's Clothing Store, located at 264 Spring Avenue, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman standing in a grassy field with a fence and a tree in the background. The card's back features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Heineman, a clothier located at 140 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design with a young boy looking at a snail on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Herman, a clothier, is circular in shape and features a humorous image of eggs in shoes. The card also includes the address 738.7TH. ST. N. W. The card features a round illustration of a pair of black boots with eggs in the shoes. The card is printed in black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh's business located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of white and yellow flowers on a branch. The background is a light cream or beige color. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. The card is printed in black ink on white paper.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a dress goods merchant located at 6 & 8 Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children in bed. The children are in an Art Deco-inspired setting and the card has a ''Merry Christmas'' message in the upper left corner. The card has a red border. The back of the card features the full advertisement for the store. The card is part of a collection of trade cards donated by a Judaica Americana collector to the University of Pennsylvania Library.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a dress goods and trimmings merchant located at 6 and 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child dressed in a simple gown, dancing. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement for the business.

The front of this trade card for A. Hirsh, located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, features a floral design with a large violet motif. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for clearance sales.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of A. Hirsh. The front of the card features a portrait of a colonial man in a black jacket and white ruffled shirt. The card also includes the address of the business: 6 & 8 Queen Street. The back of the card is fully covered with additional advertising information about the business.

This trade card for A. Hirsh, located at 48 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, features a young girl wearing a decorative dress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for A. Hirsh's business. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a millinery shop located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vase of roses, symbolizing the beauty and elegance offered by the shop. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for A. Hirsh's millinery business.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a New York Millinery store located at 6 & 8 Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of roses in a vase. The back of the card lists the store's address and advertises other merchandise including watches, jewelry, toys, spectacles, and 'thousand of other items'.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, New York Millinery, located at 6 & 8 Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of Minnie Hauck, a popular opera singer of the late 19th century. The card is decorated with ornate lettering and design details, which include flower motifs, a ribbon, and a crown. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh's New York Bazaar, located at 6 and 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a basket of pansies, likely symbolizing the floral motifs or patterns found in the store's wares. The back of the card is blank.

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. Hyman & Co. as dealers in Phelps, Dodge & Palmer Shoes. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman caring for four children. On the back, there is an advertisement for the National Brand. [The card likely dates to around 1885.]

This trade card advertises A. J. Goldman, a dry goods merchant located at 8 King Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an image of Cupid. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store. [A. J. Goldman closed his dry goods store in 1885 due to a sheriff's order.]

This trade card advertises A. J. Jacobs & Co., a shoe store located at 1001 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a brown and white dog resting on a beach with its paw on a log. The dog is looking towards the right, The text, 'Ladies and Gents Fine Shoes' is on the card in a red banner. The background is a beach scene with sand and water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. J. Steinfeld, a clothier located at 214 & 216 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a cat standing in a shower. The cat appears to be surprised or confused, and it is wearing a large hat. The cat's expression is exaggerated, and it has a small, pointed tail. The shower is made of pipes and has a nozzle that is pointing towards the cat. The card has a dark green border with white lettering. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store. [The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati in 2005.]

This trade card advertises the business of A. J. Weidener, a furnisher located at 36 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a lithographic illustration of a stone archway with crashing waves in the background. The colors are predominantly shades of blue, green, and white. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises A. J. Wertheim's clothing store located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a couple in a London scene. The illustration depicts a view of St. Paul's Cathedral, with houses and a bridge in the background. The back of the card displays a full advertisement for A. J. Wertheim. It notes the store's location and the business's specialty, which is clothing.

This trade card advertises A. Jacobs & Co., a clothing store located at 15th & Larimer Streets in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a single, red rose with a small stem. The background is a soft, cream color with a border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Jonas & Bros. features three children sitting on a bench. The card advertises the company's location as 873.875 Broadway Street, southwest corner of 8th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Jonas & Bros., a clothing and house furnishings retailer located at 873.875 Broadway, S.W. corner of 8th St., San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a large envelope, sealed with a flower. The back of the card provides further details about the company, including its multiple locations in California: San Francisco, Santa Cruz, San Bernardino, and Oakland. The card lists the business as manufacturers and importers.

This trade card advertises A. Jonas & Bros., a clothing and house furnishings store with locations in San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Cruz, and San Bernardino, California. The front of the card features a woman dressed in a light green dress. The back of the card provides the addresses for the store locations: 17 & 19 Battery St. in San Francisco, 873 & 875 Broadway in Oakland, Santa Cruz (next to the Pacific Ocean House), and San Bernardino.

This trade card advertises A. Kahn's Cheap Store in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a woman in a long, flowing dress. She is likely the proprietor, or a representative, of the business. The back of the card is filled with advertising text for the store. The text indicates that the store is located at the corner of 275 and 277 Larrabee Street and Rees Street, or in the 5 Points area of Chicago.

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. Kahn's Meat Market located at 37 First Avenue, near 2nd Street, New York. The front of the card features a cherub holding a weapon on a stick fence in a carrot patch. A building with a large archway can be seen in the distance. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

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. Kline, a retailer of fancy goods, gloves, and ladies' underwear located at 1111 Broadway, Oakland, California. The card features a playful illustration of a puppy with its paws on a shoe, as if it were trying to take off the shoe. The image is copyright 1882 by G. Kahn.

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 trade card advertises A. Kuhn's General Store in Colfax, Washington. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl with a sled. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business, A. L. Exstein & Co. The card is decorated with a floral motif of roses. [The business was located at 5 Yates Block, Syracuse, New York and the company was a donor to the Jewish Relief Fund.] The front and back of the trade card appear to be the same. The back of the card is not 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 for A. L. Isaac's, a grocery store located at the corner of 28th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, features a prominent red rose design. The image likely represents the store's name and the quality of its products. The card is likely from around 1885 and is printed in English. The back of the card is blank.

This fan-shaped trade card advertises A. Leavens & Co., a dry goods store located at 45 Market Street in Lynn, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a portrait of a young woman with a dark, braided bun. The card is printed in black ink and features a decorative floral border. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Levy & Sons, a dry goods store located on the corner of Main and First Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of a cat and geese fighting. 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. Lippmann & Co., a dry goods store located at 903 Broadway, between 8th and 9th Streets, in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a bustling scene of people entering the store. The illustration is done in black sepia tones on a cream background. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the store, featuring a list of items sold, including clothes, bed linens, and more.

This trade card for A. Loewenthal, a clothier located at 805 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features a snow scene. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Lowenstein, a clothier located at 17 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a stylized bird with a red head. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of A. Lowenstein, located at 17 South Greene Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a boy holding a net and a basket. The back of the card features a full advertisement. The card is printed in black and white on a cream-colored paper. The front of the card has a slightly faded appearance, likely due to age.

This trade card advertises A. Lowenstein, a clothier in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a man holding his hat on. The image is set against a backdrop of Taylor Opera House. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. M. Markstone & Bro., boot and shoe dealers in Hoosick Falls, New York. The card features a comical silhouette image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Mahrenholz, a clothier located at 523 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man giving a speech, which is a common stereotype that reflects anti-Black racism. The back of the card is not visible in the image provided. This card is likely from the early 1890s, based on the style of the illustration. The second card, which appears to advertise 'The Broadway’ displays a man in a top hat and another with a walking stick.

This trade card advertises A. Meister, located at 910, 912 & 914 Ninth Street between I & J, opposite the Plaza in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a red rose and a sail ship. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Menkhoff's Candy Depot, located at 513 Eighth Avenue between 35th and 36th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a young boy reaching into a box of candy while his mother leads him away. The illustration appears to be based on a black-and-white drawing or engraving, creating a somewhat whimsical feel. The image is framed by a simple border, and the text is clear and easily legible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Nathans, a clothing and furnishings store located at the Southeast corner of Seventh and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy playing with a dog. The back of the card has a full advertisement for A. Nathans' store.

This trade card advertises A. Nathans, a ladies' and children's clothing store located at the southeast corner of Seventh and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding birds in a garden setting. The birds are perched on a branch of a tree, and the girl is holding a small bag of seeds. The background includes trees and greenery. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the store, providing more details about the services offered.

This trade card, printed on a pale pink cardstock, advertises A. New & Co., a clothier located at 737 Broadway, New York. The front of the card is printed in black with a simple design; the card lists the products sold, including bicycle suits and golf suits, and the name of the store. 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.

This trade card advertises A. Ostheim & Bro., a clothing and tailoring business located at 510 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of children fishing with a net in a river. The card is surrounded by a red border and has a red and blue logo. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Pakscher Boot & Shoe Store located at 248 & 294 1/2 Grand Street, New York, New York. The card is printed on glossy stock. The card's front is the only side visible in the record. [The card is likely from 1880, when Charles Zornow owned a boot and shoe store at 248 Grand Street.]

This trade card advertises A. Perlowski, a clothing dealer located at 404 Grove Street, Jersey City, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a family on a mountainside with a picturesque view. The address and business name are printed in large, bold letters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Polack, a clothier at 1316 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska. The card features a snowy scene with roses in the foreground. The card is printed in green and black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of A. Rosenblatt, located at 304 & 306 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a child playing a drum, standing in front of a banner with a star of David. The card is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for A. Rosenblatt's clothing store.

This trade card advertises A. Rosenblatt, a clothier located at 304 & 306 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of Cupid with arrows and wings. The illustration is set against a green and white striped background with a thin, brown border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co. It features two boys dressed in clown costumes. The boys are wearing bright red and sepia-toned clothing with a gold background. The card appears to be a single-sided card.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co., a clothing store located at 1013 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a child wearing an oversized man's shirt. The back of the card features a detailed schedule of fireworks displays on October 31st and November 3rd. The back also includes an inscription mentioning that the card was on display at the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co., described as 'The Leading Clothiers' and located at 316 Seventh Street, Washington D.C. The card features a detailed, stylized image of the company's storefront. It is printed in black and white, with the store name and address centered and printed in a bold, sans-serif typeface. The card is bordered in a simple, geometric pattern. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Schwartz & Son, dry goods merchants located at 133 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is shaped like a bell and features a floral design on the front. The back of the card has an advertisement. The advertisement states that A. Schwartz & Son is an agent for Paris manufacturers. The back of the card is also decorated with an illustration of a farm scene.

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. located at 440 Washington Street. The front of the card features a illustration of a race off Fort Independence in Boston Harbor. Several sailboats are depicted, along with larger ships in the distance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a boys' retail department located at 440 Washington Street, corner of Summer Street, in Boston. The card features a brightly colored pheasant with a long tail. The back of the card includes more information about the 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 advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothier located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts an illustration of a man wearing a suit. The card has a red border with a decorative design. The back of the card provides instructions for self-measuring for clothes.

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

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers, located at the corner of Washington and Summer Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features two gentlemen on a shore, showcasing a selection of spring wardrobe items. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including mail order options.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street, Boston. The front of the card features an illustration of a ship inside a green and sepia horseshoe. A painting appears below the horseshoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card for A. Shuman & Co. features a musk ox on the front, with two boys, very well-dressed in a similar fashion, at the top of the card. One boy is facing front, and the other is facing back. The back of the card is blank. A. Shuman & Co. was located at 449 Washington Street, corner of Summer, in Boston, Massachusetts.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a night scene of a sea view. A family consisting of a couple and two children are positioned in a circle. The back of the card provides rules for measurement for garments.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a dapper young boy wearing a suit and stylish shoes. He is carrying a cane and appears to be walking down a street. The colors on the card are muted, giving the card a classic and sophisticated feel. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a scene of a moonlit regatta taking place off Long Island Light in Boston Harbor. The back of the card features an advertisement for a boys' sailor suit priced at $2.00. [A. Shuman & Co. was a prominent clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th-century Boston.]

This trade card advertises the mail order department of A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at the corner of Washington and Summer Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a boy bundled in a fur-trimmed coat, standing in a snowstorm, as an advertisement for the company's “Latest Fashions for Fall and Winter 1889-90.” The text at the bottom of the card reads: “The Wealthiest Clothing Mfg. & Retailer in 19th Century Boston.” The back of the card provides a diagram for self-measurement of a gentleman’s coat for mail order purposes.

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. Shwartz & Son, a store selling ladies' and children's suits and underwear located at 133 Canal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is designed with a bell-shaped design, and the front of the card includes the announcement that the store is an agent for foreign manufacturers in Paris. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co., located at 219 N. Broadway, formerly 5th Street. [The company specialized in gas and coal fixtures, including hanging lamps, bronzes, clocks, and other items.] The front of the card features a profile illustration of a young man holding a bow and arrow. He appears to be preparing to shoot, with his concentration focused on the target. This suggests the company's high quality and precise craftsmanship. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co., located at 219 N. Broadway, formerly 5th Street. The front of the card features two well-dressed girls in a garden setting. The illustration is stylized and the girls' features are slightly exaggerated, giving it a charming and slightly whimsical feel. They are dressed in contrasting outfits, one in a white dress with a red sash and a red hat, the other in a dark dress with a white collar and a white hat. The background appears to be a garden with trees, flowers, and foliage, all rendered in a soft, muted color palette. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card shows two children in winter clothes standing in front of a horseshoe-shaped gate. A dog is standing next to them. The card has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 N. Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card depicts a pastoral scene featuring a man riding in a horse-drawn wagon. In the foreground, gas fixtures, bronzes, and hanging lamps are prominently displayed. The front of the card is illustrated, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 North Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card features an illustration of flowers arranged in a vase and in a basket. The card is framed by a decorative border in the shape of a vine. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. [The card is not dated but circa 1885. A. Siegel was a Jewish merchant who operated a gas fixture company in St. Louis, Missouri.]

This embossed trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co., located at 219 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a prominent red rose in the center, surrounded by a decorative frame. The company's name and address are displayed prominently, along with a detailed advertisement for chandeliers, clocks, and gas machines. The back of the card is blank.

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. V. Polack's Jewelry Store, located at 27 West Washington Street in Hagerstown, Maryland. The front of the card features a decorative sprig of flowers, while the back includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card for A. Weitzenkorn & Sons advertises children's clothing. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and a girl at the seashore. They appear to be playing by the water's edge, with the girl carrying a bucket and the boy holding a shovel. The background features a blue sky with puffy clouds, and the ocean. The back of the card contains the business's full advertisement, offering an assortment of children's clothing.

This trade card advertises A. Wimpfheimer & Bro., importers of dry and fancy goods, located at 12 Central Building, Great Falls, New Hampshire. The card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank. [The company was active in Jewish affairs.]

This trade card advertises A. Wurtenberg and Co., a dry goods and house furnishing store in Fort Edward, New York. The front of the card features a yellow rose with a scene behind it. [The store was a member of the Jewish Publication Society, a non-profit organization that aimed to promote Jewish literature and culture.] The card's back is not visible.

This trade card advertises A. Wurtenberg and Co., a dry goods store located in Fort Edward, New York. The front of the card features a large red rose with a smaller scene behind it. The card is likely from the late 19th Century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Wurtenberg and Co., located in Fort Edward, New York, features a large white rose with a scene in the background. The card appears to be printed on heavy stock paper. The rose is centered on the card and occupies much of the front. The background scene is visible behind the rose.

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 Levy & Co., a clothing store located at 1457 Third Avenue near 82nd Street, New York. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue hat and a matching sash. She holds a kitten. The background is a simple illustration of a wall with a single door. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The card has a light blue border.

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 trade card advertises Abe Weil, a clothier located at 114 North 9th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a young woman wearing a light-colored dress and a large hat. She sits with a book open on her lap, and appears to be reading poetry. She is surrounded by daisies. The front of the card features a dark green background and the name of the business in white lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abr'm Jacobs, a tailor located at 315 Columbia Street in South Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features a design of seashells and is printed in black ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abraham J. Berkowitz's sewing machine and motor business at 50 East 10th Street, New York. The front of the card features the name of the company, the address, and the phone number: 'PHONE STUYVESANT 972.' It also indicates the business was established in 1886. The back of the card contains a greeting written in Yiddish.

This trade card advertises Abram & Bro., clothiers located at 7 John Street, Hoosick Falls, New York. The front of the card features a scene of two men sitting on a bench, one sewing pants. A man with a top hat and a cane stands nearby. The illustration includes trunks, valises, and rubber goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the firm of Abramson & Drechsler, located at 34 West 14th Street, New York City. The card features a black cat with a red ribbon. It is listed as selling yarn, crewels, silks, woolens, and other related items.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, located at 34 West 14th Street in New York City. The card features a gray tiger cat with no ribbon. The image takes up the majority of the card, with text at the bottom describing the business's offerings. The text states that they sell yarn, crewls, silks, woolens, and other goods. The back of the card has not been digitized.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, dealers in yarns, crewels, silks, woolens, and other materials, located at 34 West 14th Street in New York City. The card features a white cat with a red ribbon, a popular motif for textile and craft-related businesses. The front of the card is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, manufacturers of upholstery goods, located at 34 West 14th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of three children sitting amongst a flock of geese, surrounded by a decorative floral border. The children are wearing elaborate clothing with bright colors and patterns. The image suggests a theme of leisure and family. The reverse 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 Adolf Adelmann, a tobacco dealer located at 625 Eigth Street, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a cat and mouse. The cat is perched on top of a barrel, and the mouse is trying to escape its clutches. The children are dressed in colorful clothing, and the scene is set against a background of buildings. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Adolph F. Levy, a clothier located on First Street in San Jose, California. The card is printed in red and sepia on white paper. The card depicts a pair of feet resting under a beach umbrella on the sand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Adolph Heller, a manufacturer of ladies' and children's clothing located at 21 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a single red rose with a green stem and leaves on a plain background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Adolph Nachman, a furniture dealer located at 71 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features an image of a building with a large storefront window. [Adolph Nachman Sommer was buried in the Hebrew Cemetery in Texas in 1987. He was born in 1902. The card's text indicates that the furniture store is located directly across the street from the Dime Museum, which may have been an entertainment venue.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Aishberg's Shoe Store, located at 379 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an attractive woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Aishberg's Shoe Store, located at 879 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy carrying a girl across a stream. The illustration is framed by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Alfred Aarons, a clothier located at 322 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a hand holding a rose, symbolizing the quality and beauty of Aarons's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the trade card features a country scene with a stone bridge and a boat. The card is likely advertising for Dr. Wm. H. Wenrich's remedies. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Dr. Wenrich's products. The advertisement lists an address of 16 North 13th Street, Philadelphia. The card has red borders. [Dr. Wm. H. Wenrich may have been the father of Alfred B. Wenrich. It is unclear from the available information what Alfred B. Wenrich's connection to the business was or what sort of business it was.]

This trade card advertises Alfred B. Wenrich, a confectioner located at 16 North Thirteenth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young sailor boy dressed in a uniform, carrying a tray of food on a ship. The background features a ship's rigging. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Alfred B. Wenrich, a hatter located at 16 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of William Penn signing a treaty with Native Americans under a large tree. The image is likely a reference to William Penn's 1683 Treaty of Shackamaxon, which established peaceful relations between the English colonists and the Lenape people. The background shows a scene of a town with buildings and trees. The text is printed in dark brown ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Alfred H. Aarons, a clothier located at 320 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat in a pond. It appears to be a still scene, perhaps during a calm summer day. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Alfred Wolff & Co., a dry goods store located at 349 Larimer Street in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man wearing a hat and coat. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises the Allegheny Central Store. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. She is depicted standing with one hand on her hip, with a kimono and obi. Her hair is styled in a traditional bun. The image has a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Allen's Jewel 5 Cent Plug Tobacco. The front of the card features a caricature of a Jewish and an Irish man, highlighting a common stereotype. The back of the card is blank. The image on the front is likely from a series of advertisements featuring comical characters.

This trade card advertises Alois Kohn & Co., jewelers located at 16 Maiden Lane, near Broadway, New York. The card is printed in black ink with a simple design, showcasing their business name and address. The business was established in 1850 and had a telephone number, 1402 Cortlandt. This card features the address and business information on the front, with a blank verso.

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 Altman & Co., a clothing store located at 31 and 33 Washington Avenue South in Minneapolis, Minnesota. [The business was a branch of the Buffalo, New York based wholesale and retail company owned by Isaac, Henry, and Julius Altman and David Rosenau. The Minneapolis store was located on Washington Avenue near Nicollet Avenue. In February, 1897, the store was sold to Frank G. Raichle and became known as 'The Surprise Store, F. G. Raichle, propr. Clothier, Hatter, and Furnisher.'] The front of the card features a woman standing on a scenic path, with a picturesque backdrop. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers located at the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a Japanese umbrella. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The image on the front of the card appears to be part of a stereotypical representation of Japanese culture.

This is a die-cut trade card for Altman & Co., located at 31 and 33 Washington Avenue South. The front of the card features a winter scene, possibly a street or park, with bare trees. The back of the card is fully covered with an advertisement. The image is in black and white and the illustration appears to be of a fairly high quality.

This die-cut trade card, part of a set of three, advertises Altman, Jacob G., a dry-goods merchant in Baltimore, Maryland. The front features a fan-shaped design with roses forming a wreath. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and lists the store's address at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street.

This trade card advertises Arenovsky's, a clothing store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a colorful bust of a woman, likely depicting a fashionable customer or a model wearing a garment available at the store. The text on the card highlights the store's 'Fall Opening' at the Boston branch. The address, Bridge Street, Westport, is also included. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Armand Dalsemer, a merchant tailor located at 136 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithographic illustration of a woman. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business. The woman's fashion and pose suggest this card dates to the late 19th century.

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 four trade cards for Aronson Bros., a clothing store in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a dog holding a goose by the neck while another dog has the goose's foot in its mouth. A black bird flies above the dogs. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Aronson Bros and the Gage-Downs Corset Co.

This trade card advertises Aronson Bros., clothiers in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a goose running away with a meat bone while a dog chases after it with a bird in its mouth. Another dog is on the ground in the foreground, watching the chase. The card features a bright, colorful illustration with red, yellow, and blue accents. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. This is the last in a set of four cards (all included in this record) advertising Aronson Bros. and its products. The second card in the set has a similar image with a bird in the air, but the background is a different scene.

This is one of four trade cards advertising Aronson Bros., clothing merchants in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a goose perched on top of a bucket. The goose is holding a meat bone in its beak. A crow, a dog, and a cat observe the goose from below. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Aronson Bros., a clothing and dry goods store in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a goose chasing a dog. Another dog is grabbing the goose's leg. A black crow is also depicted near a hatchet. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. This is one of four trade cards. [The card is related to the Gage-Downs Corset Co., a corset manufacturer from a neighboring town, but the card does not have any information relating to the corset company.]

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, in the shape of a butterfly, advertises the business of Arthur Kohn, a merchant tailor located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a detailed butterfly design with a delicate pattern. The reverse of the card contains advertising for Arthur Kohn's tailoring business. [This card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.]

This trade card advertises Asher Leiser, an importer and dealer in watch materials, tools, and glasses, located at 36 Maiden Lane, New York. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The front of the card features the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros. Bazaar, located at 13 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The front of the card features an image of grapes, possibly symbolizing abundance or prosperity. The business name is printed at the top of the card, and the address is below the image of grapes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros. Lancaster Bazaar located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features a red rose and two rose buds. The front of the card is black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros. Lancaster Bazaar located at 13 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylized design in blue and purple with a pansy or daisy type of flower. The card is a simple design with minimal text on the front and is likely a trade card designed to be given to customers or used in a store display. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros., a store called 'Palace of Fashion' located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child in a red dress and white apron washing a doll in a basin. The child is holding a bar of soap. The scene suggests the store carries goods for children and household items. The text on the card is 'PALACE OF FASHION' in an elegant font and '13 EAST KING STREET'.

This trade card for Astrich Bros. advertises their Lancaster Bazaar, located at 13 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the store name, address, and a white dogwood branch. The back of the card is blank. The image depicts a white dogwood branch with its distinctive white, petal-like bracts. The branch is stylized in a decorative manner and has prominent dark green leaves against a light background.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros., Lancaster Bazaar, located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a red carnation, which symbolizes the business's name. It is a simple design with minimal ornamentation, but it effectively communicates the name and address of the business. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Auerbach & Bro., a men's furnishing and hat store located at 623 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on the ears of a pony in a field of tall grass. The boy is holding a pitchfork in his hand. The illustration is set against a blue and gold background.

This trade card advertises Austen's Forest Flower Cologne, sold by L. W. Levy in Charleston, West Virginia. The front of the card is dominated by a large, elaborate illustration of the cologne bottle and flowers. The back of the card features three advertisements for other merchants in different locations. The first advertises a shoe store. The second advertises a dry goods store, and the third advertises a clothing store.

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 Austrian & Dreifoos, clothiers located at 707 Penn Street. The front of the card depicts a boy and girl talking, a scene set against a blue background with black lines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business Austrian & Dreifoos. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young man and woman flirting. The couple is standing under a tree, and the woman is holding a bouquet of flowers. The background includes trees and a house, possibly a storefront. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Austrian & Dreifoos, clothiers, advertises a location at 707 Penn Street. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl in a fight, likely playing a game. This may be two of three cards in a set, as this description indicates. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, a clothing merchant located at 707 Penn Street. The card features a depiction of a boy and girl dancing, possibly representing a social event. This is one of three cards in this record. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Ballerstein, a clothier located at 340 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is printed on green stock. The front of the card features a large illustration of a man dressed in a suit and hat. The man is holding a scroll. The background is a detailed illustration of a building and landscape. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for B. Bloch & Co. features a humorous illustration of a man in bed wearing pajamas, waiting for the fire alarm. The card indicates that the business is located at 174 Bridge Street. It also advertises a promotion: “Carfare paid on $2.00 Sale.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a leading clothing house located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a cat sitting on a fence. The cat has a smug expression on its face and appears to be looking at something in the distance. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a one-price clothing store located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in red and black and features a simple illustration of a child standing on a beach. [The card is described as being “Successors to L. Goldberg.” This suggests that B. Bloch & Co. took over the business from L. Goldberg, who was likely another Jewish merchant in the area.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Braunstein, a jeweler located at 121 Washington Street, Hoboken, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a baby with birthstones surrounding him. The back of the card contains an advertisement for birthstones and a poem. The card also includes an advertisement for Friedlander, dated 1903.

This trade card advertises B. Eiseman, a clothier located at 1602 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a hand-drawn illustration of a man in a suit and a top hat. The man is standing with his arms crossed and is looking directly at the viewer. The illustration is on a white background. The card is bordered in black with a red and white strip. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Frank Hart, a boot and shoe dealer located at 81 W. Fourth St., Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card displays a colorful illustration of a lake scene with red, pink, and purple flowers. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Hart's business, with additional details about the boots and shoes he sold.

This trade card advertises B. Friedlander & Co., a clothing merchant located at 214 First Street, corner of Salmon Street, in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features five boys playing war. They are depicted in a simple, yet engaging scene. The back of the card lists the company's address and includes a statement describing it as a branch of the San Francisco Palace of Fashion, located at 761 Market Street.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of B. Friedlander, located at 761 Market Street in San Francisco. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a child feeding birds. The image is rendered in a stylized, almost cartoon-like style, featuring a young girl with long, flowing hair holding out her hand to a group of birds gathered around her. The scene is set against a background of stylized flowers and foliage. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Goldschmidt, a clothing merchant located at 70 First Avenue in New York City, between 4th and 5th Streets. The front of the card features a decorative floral motif. The illustration depicts a group of colorful birds perched on branches and flowers with a large bouquet at the bottom. The background is a soft blue, perhaps representing the sky. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Gross, a clothing store located at 439 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman in a purple dress holding a purple parasol and wearing purple shoes. The woman is standing on a light colored walkway, possibly a sidewalk, with greenery in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, advertising that the store offers an album or vases to those who make a purchase of $15.00. The card also encourages customers to 'ask for a punch card.'

This trade card advertises B. H. Pelzer's general store located at 542 & 544 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. Two young children, possibly siblings, hold a sign advertising the store. The card is printed in black and white with a dark blue trim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Hartill Manufacturing, a company specializing in Scandinavian padlocks. The front of the card features an illustration of a man and woman tumbling out of bed. There are two smaller illustrations in the bottom right corner, including a man and woman lying in bed and the address 273 1/2 Division Street. The text includes addresses for various stores on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, including 353 Grand Street, 290 Grand Street, 264 Grand Street, and 208 Broome Street. The back of the card is blank. The back of the card features a list of businesses in the neighborhood of the Lower East Side. This directory includes the names of Mayer, Jacob, Schloss, L.A., Wannack, A., and Wiessner, H., who likely owned and operated businesses in the area.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins, located at 732 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a colonial-style dress. She appears to be standing on a porch or inside a home, as suggested by the balustrade behind her. The card is bordered with floral embellishments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins located at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress painting an outdoor scene. The back of the card features a full advertisement for B. J. Potsdamer's business. The card is printed in a Victorian style, with a detailed border. The design features a mix of geometric shapes, florals, and a decorative cartouche.

This trade card advertises B. Levin's clothing store located at 317 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl sitting on a bench with a dog. The back of the card advertises the store with text, including the name 'Morris Levin, Manager'. The back of the card includes the phrase 'Men, Boys, Philadelphia Clothing House.'

This trade card advertises B. Levin's, a clothing store located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a girl holding a cat. The girl is wearing a colorful dress and a large, pink hat. The illustration is surrounded by decorative borders and typography. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Nathan & Co., a furniture store located at 130 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a photograph of a beautiful, dark-haired woman in a floral dress and a white shawl. The image is likely a portrait and is professionally taken, as indicated by the crispness of the photo. The woman is looking directly at the viewer, with a serene expression. The trade card uses the woman's beauty to attract the attention of passersby. The card is printed in a simple style and does not include any other information, such as a description of the store's merchandise or a price list. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for B. Nathan & Co., a house furnishings store, features a red carnation in the center of the front of the card. The address, 130 Sutter Street, is printed at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card advertises B. Nathan & Co., a house furnishing store located at 130 Sutter Street, San Francisco. The front of the card is shaped like a paddle, and the design is in shades of silver and blue. The center of the card features an illustration of three children playing on a field, one sitting, one standing and one jumping. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Nathan, a shoe dealer located at 219-221 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a pale orange jersey and a cap. The card also includes a list of other shoe stores. The back of the card provides more information about the business. The card appears to be printed in a light, elegant style, with the store name and address prominently displayed in black lettering. The girl is rendered in a simple, almost cartoonish style. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the store, listing other stores that sell Nathan's shoes. This suggests that Nathan may have been a wholesaler or distributor of shoes.

This trade card advertises B. Rubenstein, a watchmaker located at 206 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy using a pocket watch as an anvil. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Jas. Boss' Patented Gold Watch Case. The card is printed in black ink on a white background.

This trade card advertises B. Sunfield & Co.'s grocery store located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The front of the card features a riddle or puzzle with an image of an old man hidden in a forest with animals. The back of the card has a full advertisement with prices listed. The card states the business 'speaks German and French.'

This trade card, advertising Dr. Jayne's Expectorant, features a scene from the biblical story of Moses parting the Red Sea. The scene shows Moses raising his staff, while the sea parts behind him, and the Hebrew people escape from Pharaoh's army. The card is a national ad for the tonic. The back of the card includes more information about Dr. Jayne's Expectorant.

This trade card advertises Bachman & Marx, clothiers located at the corner of 5th and Market Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a winter scene with snow-covered buildings and a horse-drawn carriage. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the businesses of Baldwin & Miller and Levy & Katzman. One side of the card advertises slippers and gaiters in a plain and fancy variety. The other side of the card advertises Baldwin & Miller, Tailoring. The card has a national advertising component for Levy & Katzman, Slippers and Gaiters. It is not clear what type of gaiters or slippers are being advertised. The card is printed in black and white and contains an ornate border.

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 Basch & Kragen, furniture dealers at 821 Market Street, San Francisco. The front of the card features a large image of a furnished parlor with a large, ornate window, a fireplace with a mantle, and a decorated table. There are two chairs, a couch, and a rug on the floor. The room is decorated with a framed artwork on the wall. The card has a red border with white flowers. The back of the card includes text. [Both Basch and Kragen were members of a synagogue.]

This trade card, likely dating to 1880, advertises Baum & Bernstein, clothiers located at the Palace Block in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features a black silhouette of a man with a pipe, referencing Columbus's discovery of America. The text on the card indicates they offered clothing and tailoring services. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of children dressed in adult clothing, with a woman on the far left, a man with a mustache in the center, and a woman on the right. The scene suggests a family portrait. The text on the card indicates they are a clothing store.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features a large illustration of a crane standing on a raised platform. The crane appears to be reaching for something in the distance. The image appears to be a wood-block print or engraving. The background is a pale blue, and the image is surrounded by a dark grey border. The back of the card is blank.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, the Palace Block Clothing House, located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, dark animal holding a smaller animal. In the background, a policeman with a club holds a child. The text on the card advertises winter suits and overcoats for sale. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, located in the Palace Block of Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card includes a full advertisement for a $1 off punch card. The back of the card features an advertisement for a $1 punch card, which can be redeemed after accumulating $20 in purchases. The card includes the date of the patent: 1872 & 1878.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, The Palace Block Clothing House, located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman serving a man a glass of beer. [This image may suggest the social aspect of shopping at the store. It is possible that the store provided drinks to customers.] The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This is a trade card for Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a simple design, printed in shadow. The front reads: 'PALACE BLOCK CLOTHING HOUSE'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Brandes, grocers located at 145 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features an illustration of a stylishly dressed girl in a red hat holding a pink rose and an umbrella. The image has a red border around the outer edge of the card, and the text and graphics are printed in black ink on a white background. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Loeb, a clothing store in Hughesville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child throwing coins to frogs sitting on a mound of hay. The frogs are in a playful pose, stretching out their bodies and making the scene comical. The card features a red border with a black line along the inside edge. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bayrd & Goldstein, artists located at 366 Superior Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a child sitting on a water lily. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bayrd & Goldstein, manufacturers of frames, moldings, and cornices. The front of the card features a pink rose with green leaves, and the business name and address are printed below. The business address is 88 Seneca Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The back of the card has a full advertisement and states that Bayrd & Goldstein will move to 245 Superior Street on September 15th.

This trade card advertises Bedichimer's Jewelers located at 616 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a painting-like illustration of a young boy and girl in a garden. They are looking directly at the viewer, as if out of the picture. The background features a grassy lawn with trees in the distance. The card's border and the background of the picture are gold.

This trade card advertises the Begloff Fish Co., Inc., a wholesale fish dealer located at 28 Peck Slip in New York City. The front of the card features the company's name and a description of its business. The back of the card provides instructions for shipping.

This trade card advertises Ben Bloch, a merchant tailor located under the Opera House in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman sitting in a chair talking to a man who appears to be at an open window. The man has his arms crossed and is looking at the woman. The woman appears to be gesticulating. The back of the card lists the goods sold by the business, including 'GENTS FURNISHING GOODS..HATS, CLOTHING.'

The front of this trade card features an illustration of a child standing next to a stag. The back of the card provides the business' address: 503 Vine Street, Cincinnati, Ohio, and a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises the printing business of Benj. Rosenblatt, located at 11 North 3rd Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a dog with a prominent collar. The verso of the card includes a list of prices for various printing jobs, including cards, letterheads, and envelopes.

This trade card advertises Benjamin V. Kurtz and Mrs. Kurtz, a dry goods store located in Parkersburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a floral and lake scene. The main street is also visible in the background. The back of the card provides detailed information about the store and its offerings. This is an unusual advertisement for a separate husband and wife store. It suggests that the store was jointly operated.

This trade card advertises Bennison, Liebmann & Co., a dry goods store located at 1157 & 1159 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features an illustration of an owl perched in a tree, with its wings spread, against a background of an idealized landscape. The back of the card is blank.

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.]

This trade card advertises Berliner Brothers, dry goods merchants located at 75 Avenue A, corner of 5th Street, in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a group of babies' heads, all positioned close together. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bernheimer Bros. & Co., a dry goods emporium located at 912 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a stool with a cereal bowl in his lap. He is petting a cat with his right hand. Text on the card reads, “BARGIN DRY GOODS EMPORIUM.” [Bernheimer Bros. & Co. was active in Jewish affairs].

This trade card advertises Bernheimer Bros. & Co., a dry goods merchant located at 912 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a young girl holding a cat on her lap, surrounded by a floral border. The back of the card is blank. The illustration appears to be in a cartoon style, with a distinct outline for the girl and cat. The card has a red border and the text is in black.

This trade card advertises Bertha Aschner, located at 933 West Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card depicts a woman's hand holding a basket of flowers. The illustration is executed in a delicate and intricate style, and the colors are muted and elegant. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises the Bethlehem Clothing House. The card features a black background with decorative floral accents in the shape of a banner, a popular motif used in the late nineteenth century. The store's address is listed in the center of the card, including the building name. The text reads 'Bethlehem Clothing House...Peysert's Building; Main Street'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Blankenstein's, a tobacco merchant with locations at 630 Eighth Avenue and the corner of Vesey Street and Church Street in New York City. The front of the card features a group of children looking up at a man holding a sign, which is too faded to be deciphered. The back of the card is blank. The card has a blue border. The card appears to be from the early 1900s, but the exact date is unknown.

This trade card advertises Blitz's, a business located at 2216 N. Front Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a purple shoe adorned with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bloom's, a dry goods and house furnishings store located in New York City. The front of the card features a playful illustration of children marching. The back of the card is a full advertisement with a calendar. The card includes an 1877 date.

This trade card advertises Bloom's, a dry goods and house furnishings store located at 48 and 50 West 14th Street, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, reading a book together in a park setting. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Bloomingdale Bros., a clothing retailer located at Third Avenue and 56th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a single purple shoe with white flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bloomingdale Bros. a general store. The front of the card is dominated by a large illustration of a bouquet of roses in a vase. It is printed in shades of red, white, and green. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Blumenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store located at 44, 46 & 48 North Third Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of a new building. The card is orange and printed on blue card stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Blumenthal's, a furnishings store located at 631 Eighth Avenue between 40th and 41st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a couple dressed in colonial attire standing outside a building. The building is a two-story structure with a white facade and a dark roof. The back of the card features an advertisement for Blumenthal's wide selection of household goods, including refrigerators, tables, pocket cutlery, china, and glassware.

This trade card advertises the Universal Fashion Company, located on Broad Street, opposite the Stump Hotel in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a woman in a blue dress standing in a winter scene. She is wearing a fur-trimmed coat and holding a parasol. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, an interior decorator located at 22 North Ninth Street above Market Street, Philadelphia. The card features a large image of a red dogwood blossom and a rose bud. It's not clear what services Borgenski's provided, but the image suggests they specialized in flowers or floral arrangements. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a child's head peeking out from a tambourine, surrounded by red roses. The front of the card includes a full advertisement, highlighting the store's one-price policy for ladies', gents', misses', and children's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, a shoe dealer located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a pink and white dress with a pink ribbon in her hair. The girl has a feather near her mouth and holds a book. Flowers are on the windowsill behind her. The back of the card provides more details about the business and features advertising for satchels, trunks, and shoes.

This trade card advertises the tailoring services of Bostick & Keefer, located in the McKinley Block in Canton, Ohio. The front of the card features a portrait of Sarah Bernhardt, a famous French actress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Isaac Tuch, located at 30 Front Street, Owego, New York. The card features a winter scene with a red rose in the foreground, and a man riding in a horse-drawn cart in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Meyer Bros. on the front of the card is a bust of a woman, possibly representing a goddess. The card includes the business address: 21 Peace Street, New Brunswick, NJ. It also lists branch stores located in Paterson and Newark, New Jersey. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The trade card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Meyer Bros., located at 239 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a soldier eating porridge. It also advertises a branch store at 771 & 773 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

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 Brown & Gross, located at 77 and 79 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two pelicans in a body of water, set against a background of gold leaf. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Buffalo Clothing House in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a wall, with sunflowers behind him. The background of the illustration appears to be a countryside setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Buffalo Clothing House, owned by Michael Levi, located at 2 South East Corner Market Square, Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. Auerbach, a shirt manufacturer located at the corner of 7th and H Streets in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on a sailboat, made out of a shirt cuff, sailing in the ocean. The boy wears a hat, and his cuffs are prominent. The back of the card contains an advertisement for collars, cuffs, and shirt bosoms, as well as instructions on waterproof linens. The card is printed in red, blue, and black ink.

This trade card advertises the C. B. D. Clothing House, owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a policeman trying to wrangle a group of school children, who appear to be truants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. B. D. Clothing House, a clothing store owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a simple illustration of a man in a dark suit and a bow tie, placing a vest on a mannequin. The image has a red border with the store's name in a contrasting color, perhaps white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the C. B. D. Clothing House, owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a girl with flowers in her apron surrounded by ducks. The background is a plain, light gray. The card is not dated but was likely printed around 1885.

This trade card advertises C. H. & E. S. Goldberg, furniture dealers with locations at 326 Washington Street and 31 Jay Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy in black and sepia leaning over a ship's rail. The back of the card advertises showcases, featuring an illustration.

This trade card advertises C. H. Harsch's, a cigar and tobacco shop located at 2128 Carson Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a large image of a man smoking a cigar in front of a bar, with a sign that reads 'C. H. Harsch, Cigars & Tobacco.' The illustration is drawn in a cartoonish style, with a bright, colorful palette. The back of the card has several punch-out coupons that can be redeemed for purchases, suggesting that the card was used as a promotional tool for the business. The card is likely from the late 19th century. The card is printed on heavy card stock.

This trade card advertises C. Herrmann & Co., located at 332-336 Kearny Street and 1212-1214 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a boy standing in a rose garden. The illustration features a small figure of a man wearing a hat with a red sash in the distance. The scene is a light pink and blue with green foliage. The card has a faded, dark red border around the edges.

This trade card advertises C. Herrmann & Co., a hat store located at 332 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young boy beating a large hat with a stick, possibly a straw hat. The image is whimsical and humorous. The back of the card features 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. I. Baumgartner, a dry goods and notions store located at 117 East State Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a sprig of white and pink flowers and berries. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. I. Rosenau, a clothier located at 23 North Street and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a young messenger boy carrying a package. The back of the card contains the business advertisement.

This trade card, printed on black paper, advertises C. L. Swartz, a clothier located at 12 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a well-dressed man wearing pink tights and a green waistcoat. The figure appears to be a joker or clown, with exaggerated features. This image may be interpreted as a form of racist caricature. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is part of a set of five and advertises C. M. Henderson & Co., a boot and shoe dealer located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children playing in the sand. The back of the card provides information about the business. The back also features a stamped advertisement for J.G. Schumann, another business in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

This trade card advertises C. Nathan & Co., a dry goods store located at 10 Mill Street, Grass Valley, Nevada County, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a married couple arguing. They are depicted in a domestic setting, possibly in their living room. The card has a decorative border, the business name in a prominent red font.

This trade card advertises C. Raphael, a clothier located at 213 & 215 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy playing a flute. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card features a yellow rose embossed on the front. The back of the card contains the advertisement for C. Roth's clothing business located at 1230 North Second Street in Philadelphia.

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 the dry goods store of C. Weisenberger, located at 1732 South 4th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with a bouquet of flowers. The background is mostly blank, leaving space for the business name and address. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This black and white trade card advertises C. Westenfeld, located at 120 Calhoun Street. The front of the card features two clowns balancing a tube with the advertisement on it. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the C.B.D. Clothing House owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a man being measured for clothes by a tailor. Both men have amusing mustaches. 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 California Boot and Shoe Store, located at 8 Fourth Street and Market in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a red feathered hat. She holds a fan with the store's advertisement printed on it. The back of the card provides additional information about the business, advertising ladies' and gents' boots and ties made to order.

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 the Cataract Block of Sioux Falls, Dakota Territory. The card features a comical illustration of a man dressed in a traveling outfit, with a suitcase, a hat, and a walking stick. The front of the card is printed in brown and black ink with a simple, white background. The reverse 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 Chamberlin Weather Strips and features a playing card, the 7 of Hearts, overlaid with an illustration of Samuel Kohn's residence. This card is a unique combination of advertising and personal imagery. The card is an example of early advertising and a reminder of the changing landscape of Denver, Colorado, around the turn of the 20th century. It's likely that the Chamberlin Weather Strips were installed on Kohn's home.

This trade card advertises the business of Chapman Raphael, a clothier located at 213 & 215 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man playing a horn while wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

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 F. Saul, an agricultural implement dealer located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The card is a humorous illustration featuring anthropomorphic vegetables, a pea in a red hat sitting on a branch and smoking, and an elderly man and woman arguing beneath him. The image is a stylized depiction of farm life, incorporating elements of agriculture and humor. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, an implements and hardware store located at 17 & 19 East Water Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a cabbage holding tools and sitting on a tree branch. Two elves are eating sauerkraut from a barrel nearby. The card has a green and yellow background, and the image is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank. This card was copyrighted by Richmond and C. in Buffalo, New York in 1887.

This circular trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, successor to Tobey & Saul, a business located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a clown with donkey ears standing in front of two donkeys. The text on the front of the card is written in a circular pattern and identifies Charles F. Saul as the successor to Tobey & Saul. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Charles F. Saul, located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a steamboat traveling on water, with the text 'The Excursionist' printed above. The card likely advertises a store that sells goods for travel and recreation. 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 is for Charles J. Cohen, who was president of the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce from 1913 to 1916. He was also president of Mikveh Israel from 1879 to 1881. [Cohen was born in 1847 and died in 1927. He was the brother of Mary Cohen.] The card is decorated with an ornate pattern and lettering.

This trade card advertises Charles Kaufman's, a clothier located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three puppies nestled in a basket of red flowers. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Charles Mayer & Co. of Indianapolis, Indiana. The front of the card features a couple sitting at a table surrounded by a variety of items including fancy goods, jewelry, musical instruments, and games. It's likely they are a general store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the tailoring firm of Charles S. Schoenmann & A. L. Singer. It features a humorous image of a tailor measuring a child on the front of the card. The address 68 & 70 Wabash Avenue, Chicago is listed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the tailoring business of Charles S. Schoenmann and A.L. Singer. It features a comical illustration of a tailor measuring a large man. The illustration is set in a shop environment with fabric rolls and other tailoring tools visible. The address for the business, 68 & 70 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, is printed on the front of the card. 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 Weinberg, a clothier located at 89 Borden Avenue, Hunters Point, Long Island City. The card depicts a ragged, older man with a hat held out for money and a well-dressed young woman dropping a coin into it. The back of the card has a full advertisement. The card is from the 1885 era.

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 Chas. Kahn's dry goods store, located at 460 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is illustrated with a young girl in a red dress holding a flower and wearing a fancy hat. There is a green background with a floral pattern. The text on the front of the card is partially obscured by a red stamp or sticker. The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Chas. Lantaff & Co., a 99c. and Variety Store in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of black-eyed susans, a type of wildflower. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Chas. Reizenstein, a ceramics merchant located at 152 & 154 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young boy dressed as a knight riding a pony, flanked by four other children dressed as soldiers. The boys wear colonial-era clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. Reizenstein, a dry goods and notions store located at 152 & 154 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Chas. Reizenstein, a pottery dealer, is a simple card with a depiction of colorful flowers surrounding the text. The business address is listed as 152 & 154 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. Steinberg's Hat Store, located at 420 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a colorful design incorporating American coins and a scene of a young woman and a seductive man. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises Chas. Steinberg's Hat Store located at 420 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features an array of colorful American coins in the shape of a circle with a scene in the center of a woman interacting with a merchant. The back of the card features a detailed advertisement, and is one of a set of four cards.

This trade card advertises Chas. Steinberg's New Hat Store located at 420 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of various American coins arranged around a central scene. The central scene depicts a woman and a blacksmith. The back of the card includes more details about the store. This card is one of four in the set.

This trade card advertises Chas. Steinberg's New Hat Store, located at 420 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a colorful design with American coins surrounding a central scene depicting a woman and a beggar. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Chas. W. Waldman, a silk and felt hat manufacturer in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy ironing a hat. The card lists two addresses: a retail store located at 617 10th Avenue, near 44th Street, and a factory at 521 to 523 West 45th Street. The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises the City Rag Warehouse, owned by Hayman Brothers, located at 335, 337, and 339 East Friend Street, Columbus, Ohio. The card features a simple design with the business name in large lettering at the top and the address below. The design is predominantly white, with some text in black. [The Hayman Brothers were likely Jewish merchants in the city.] The back of the card is blank.

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 & Brumberg, clothiers located in Salem, Ohio. The front of the card features a yellow rose with a banner advertising the store's location. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers located at the southwest corner of 2nd and Centre Streets in Ironton, Ohio. The card features a portrait of Eliza, the wife of President James A. Garfield, framed in a black and orange memorial frame. This card commemorates the assassination of President Garfield, who was shot by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2nd, 1881. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the business. This card is part of a set of three.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Cohen & Brumberg, located at the southwest corner of Second and Centre Streets. The front of the card features a portrait of President James A. Garfield. The portrait appears to be a memorial commemorating the assassinated president, as it is in black and orange, the colors of mourning. The back of the card features the business's full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Gately's, a dry goods merchant located at 919 Main Street in Kansas City, Kansas. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, playing with puppies. The illustration is done in a blue sepia tone with some pink sepia accents, particularly in the girl's tall hat. The background features a gray color scheme. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing store Cohen & Grabowski, located at 317 Hudson Street, New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of President Martin Van Buren. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Koenigheim, clothiers located at 28 & 30 Commerce Street, San Antonio, Texas. The front of the card features a man being measured for clothes. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Cohen Bros. in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a blue and white dress wearing a bonnet with a plaid sash. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card is designed with a sepia-toned illustration of a baby's head resting on a pillow. The card appears to be one of a set of three. The front of the card features a black and white sepia-toned image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business, Cohen Bros., located at 289 Sixth Ave, corner 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card is a simple design. It features an image of a red rose, the business name, and their address. The card is entirely black and white, with a yellow, gold, or very light brown tint. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a clothing store located at 289 Sixth Avenue, corner of 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card features a stylized depiction of flowers. It has a very simple design with only the name of the business and the address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a woman wearing a blue plaid dress. She has a dog-like creature beside her. The illustration has a humorous, almost whimsical style, creating a lighthearted atmosphere for the advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Cohen Bros., located in Gloversville, New York, features a young woman wearing a large bow in her hair. The card is visually centered on her face, which is the main subject. The woman is standing in the front of the card and her body is facing forward, though she is looking towards the left. The background of the card depicts a stylized flower with a red, orange, and green color scheme. The woman has a spaniel in her arms, and her eyes resemble the dog's, adding a playful and slightly humorous element to the scene. There are two more trade cards in this record, but they are not described here.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a nightingale, a bird known for its beautiful singing. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a grocery store in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features the text “Cohen Brothers - Big Grocery - Gloversville, NY” in bold, black lettering. The lettering is in a stylized font, and the words “Cohen Brothers” and “Big Grocery” are separated by a vertical line. The card is printed on white paper stock and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, Clothiers, located in Glen Falls, New York. The card features a child's head emerging from an envelope. The front of the card is part of a set of three or four cards. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features an illustration of a building labeled “Rockwell House.” The Rockwell House is located in Glen Falls, New York.

This trade card advertises the Cohen Brothers, a clothing store in Glen Falls, New York. The front of the card features a child's head emerging from a large envelope. There is a set of two cards in a set of four. The back of the card is blank. The image on the card is of the Rockwell House building, which was a prominent landmark in Glen Falls, New York. It is unclear if the Cohen Brothers were located in this building, but the presence of the image suggests a relationship to the structure. It is likely that the card was printed in 1885.

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, a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a cartoonish illustration of a boy in a green jacket and a dog that looks like him. They are both depicted in a comical pose with funny facial expressions. The image appears to be incomplete. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned photograph of a baby wearing black clothing, with a finger in their mouth. This trade card is the third of a three-part set. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card depicts a large image of a thrush bird, possibly a symbol of the business or a product they sold. The background of the card is plain white. The back of the card is blank.

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, Davis & Co.'s Golden Rule Bazaar in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a bust of a peasant child in costume. The back of the card lists two addresses: 162 First St. and 10-14 Morrison St., and provides more information about the business. It promotes their selection of bronze statuary, fans, parasols, and novelties of all kinds.

This trade card advertises Cohen, Steinkeller & Nathan, wholesale commission merchants of fruits and vegetables, in Chicago, Illinois. The card is printed in black and white, featuring a simple design with the company name, address, and services printed in a decorative font. The front of the card lists their address as 944 Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois. It also notes that they specialize in carload shipments. The back of the card is blank.

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 trade card advertises Cohen's Clothing, located at 204 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an image of a mother duck and her ducklings. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen's, a clothing store located at 150 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a scene of girls gathering wood in a forest setting. The text on the card indicates that the store is located at Erskine's Old Stand. 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 for Cohnreich Bros. clothiers features a depiction of Rebecca at the Well. The image is located on the front of the card and is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank. The address of the business is 840 Market Street, San Francisco, California.

This trade card advertises Cohnreich Bros., a clothing store located at 840 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The card features an illustration of a mother tending to her two children. The front of the card is printed in black and white and has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohnreich Bros., clothing merchants located at 840 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young woman in a blue dress and bonnet touching a white parrot on a stand. She is shown standing in front of a large storefront, which is adorned with the Cohnreich Bros. signage and showcases a variety of clothing items. The background is a busy street scene, with other buildings and pedestrians in the distance.

This trade card, printed in a vibrant red and black color scheme, advertises Cohnreich Brothers, clothing manufacturers located at 840 Market Street in San Francisco. The illustration depicts a man blowing a horn while a cow jumps playfully in front of him. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cordoza & Co., located at 1005 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a lithograph of a woman. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for corsets.

This trade card advertises Crosett & Samuel, located at 914 Market Street in San Francisco. The card features a young girl holding a dog brush. The text on the card reads 'STATIONARY, SILVERWARE, BASKETS, ETC.' The card's image is framed with a thick, dark border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. B. Solomon, a tobacco merchant located at 13 1/2 Church Street. The front of the card features a lady's hand holding a basket of white bells. The background includes an oval design with the initials “D.B.S.” within a decorative border. The back of the card features a comical saying (text is too small to read).

This trade card advertises D. B. Solomon, a tobacco dealer located at 113 Church Street. The front of the card features a gray cat teasing a white bird perched on branches. The cat is sitting on a ledge, and the bird is on the branches above, looking down at the cat. The design is simple and elegant, with the cat and bird outlined in black against a white background. The text on the card is minimal and includes only the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. B. Solomon, a tobacco dealer located at 13 1/2 Church Street. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of a woman's hand holding a basket of bluebells. The back of the card includes a comical saying.

This trade card advertises D. Cohen, a clothier located at 31 & 33 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a dog that is embossed into the paper. The back of the card is blank. The card is vertically oriented and measures approximately 3.5 inches by 2.25 inches.

This trade card advertises D. Cohen, a clothier located at 31 & 33 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in bed clothes sitting on a sofa reading a book. She is wearing a white dress and has long, dark hair. The girl's left hand rests on the book, while her right hand rests on a red cushion. The card is printed in black and white, with a red border. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border around the illustration.

This trade card is for D. Cohen, located at 123 N. 8th St., Philadelphia, PA. The front of the card is a stylized illustration of a woman's bust wearing a lace or embroidered collar. The card is part of a National Card series, The Ladies Blackening, by G.H. Wood. This is a common format for trade cards of the period. The back of the card is blank. The other trade card in this record, a National Card series, is blank on both sides and has a small red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises D. F. Hirsh, a cloak and suit manufacturer located at 4 E. Market Street, York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of white and pink roses. The card also mentions that the business specializes in Fall and Winter coats. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement for the company.

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. Goldenberg & Bro.'s, a clothing store located at 157 North Gay Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two children in a goat-drawn cart. One child is holding a whip and appears to be driving the goat. The second child sits behind them, holding onto the cart. The front of the card also includes the store address. The back of the card includes advertisements for clothing and detailed prices. The card's layout is typical for the time period. It's possible the children pictured on the card are the store owners, as this was common practice in the era.

This trade card advertises D. Hartfield, a dry goods store located at 326 Bleecker Street, New York City. The front of the card features a woman walking, while a seamstress fits the hem of her dress. The card includes the phrase “Star Braid.” The back of the card advertises the business as “The Old Reliable Stand” and notes that they have been established for 21 years.

This trade card advertises D. Herzog & Co.'s New Dime Museum, located on Baltimore Street near Gay Street. The card features a delightful illustration of children playing with a sail boat. The back of the card, which is visible in the image, contains a handwritten list of a person's weight and the date. The card is dated March 22, 1882.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothing retailer located at 1112 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman in colonial dress. The front of the card includes an ad for the business' branch store located at 4327 Main Street in Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothier with locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy in a colonial-era costume. He is dressed in knee breeches, a waistcoat, a powdered wig, and stockings. The card announces the address of the Philadelphia store: 1112 Market Street. The card also announces the location of their branch store: 4327 Main Street, Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothing merchant located at 918 Market Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a depiction of Santa Claus. The back provides additional advertising information and notes that the business was established in 1854. [Klein & Brother may have been a family business].

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. Nartowsky, a dry goods merchant located at 15 South Franklin Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a girl standing in front of a painting. The card has a red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. [A daughter of Aaron and Jennie Nartowsky Goldstein was buried in the Jewish Cemetery in Titusville, Pennsylvania in 1950.]

This trade card advertises D. Rosen's second-hand goods store, located at 186 1/2 Maine Street in Brunswick, Maine. The front of the card lists the services offered by the store, including selling second-hand clothing, boots, shoes, and furniture as well as pressing and repairing clothing. The card features simple typography and a plain background.

This trade card advertises D.F. Hirsh, a hatter and furrier located at 4 East Market Street in York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the text “RED ROSE” in bold, capital letters, likely a reference to the nickname of York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card also displays the address of the business, 4 East Market Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement with prices for hats and furs.

This trade card advertises D.F. Hirsh, a millinery and coat store located at 4 E. Market St., York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose in a prominent position. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises the business of D.I. Lowenthal, located at 679 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is shaped like a fan. The front of the card is in black and white, with minimal design or text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dalsheimer Bros., a shoe merchant with locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Camden, New Jersey. The front of the card features a large, central illustration of a shoe. [The back of the card contains a detailed map of the streets where the Dalsheimer Bros. stores are located.] The business address is prominently displayed at the top of the card: 410 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA. WEST & HARTMAN STS. CAMDEN N.J.

This trade card advertises Daniel Bachrach, a clothier located at 13 North Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a sprig of flowers and two cherries. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, which included wholesale and retail sales of trimmings, hosiery, perfumes, children's and infants' outfits, and other goods.

This trade card advertises Daniel Bachrach, a clothier located at 13 Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts a stylized arrangement of autumn leaves on a branch, arranged in a triangular shape. The card appears to be printed in shades of brown. The card is a simple design with only the business name and address and a branch with leaves.

This trade card advertises Danzinger's, a ladies' furnishing goods store located at 76, 78, and 80 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young woman in a Swiss costume, standing on a bridge and holding flowers. She wears a red dress, white apron, and a straw hat with a blue ribbon. The image includes a small bridge with a flowing river, trees, and a building in the background. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises David Ash, a merchant tailor located at 30 Twelfth Street in Wheeling, West Virginia. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a scene of a village. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises David H. Solis, a Fancy Grocer located at 730 Arch Street, Philadelphia. It features a lively illustration of children inside a bakery, showcasing a variety of pastries and baked goods. The background shows a pastry shop with a wooden counter and shelves stacked with treats. The children are dressed in colorful outfits, including red, yellow, and blue. This creates a vibrant and inviting scene that emphasizes the quality and abundance of the products offered by Solis. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a diamond merchant located in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy hunting a turkey. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a diamond merchant in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a scene from Don Quixote, with Don Quixote riding his donkey towards a distant castle. A child leads the donkey. This card is one of two that are part of the same record, with the other card not being described.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a diamond merchant in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two children looking into a storefront window. The window display appears to be a chaotic jumble of merchandise. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a jeweler located at 319 Main Street, corner of Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a pair of owls perched on a flowering branch. Sailboats are visible in the distance, suggesting a coastal setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Rose, an umbrella maker located at 39 South Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a race. The front of the card depicts a comical illustration of a race that includes a dog, a cat, a man in a top hat and a man on horseback. The text 'THE FINISH' is prominent on the front. The reverse of the card contains a business directory listing the services of J. Ostheim.

This trade card advertises David Seidmann, a furniture dealer located at 323 North Second Street in Philadelphia. The card is simple in design, featuring a white background with black lettering. The front of the card prominently displays the name “David Seidmann,” followed by the phrase “Furniture Dealer,” and the address. [David Seidmann's business is known to have been located at this address in Philadelphia in the 1880s, so the trade card can be dated to roughly that time period.] The card appears to be from a collection of 19th-century trade cards. 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 clothier located at 1499 Third Avenue, New York, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a boy and girl on a boat shaped like a shoe. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for Zabinski's business.

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 David Zabinski, a clothier with two locations in New York City: 1499 Third Avenue on the East Side and 2296 Third Avenue on the West Side. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding birds. A calendar is included on one side of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David's Prize Soap Company, located at 185 & 187 1st Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features a caricature of two African American women. The first woman holds up a basket of clothes as she tells the second woman about her chance to win a house and lot. The back of the card features a full advertisement with a list of prizes. It is unclear what, if anything, the prize soap was intended to be used for, but given the time period and subject matter, it is possible that the soap was marketed to those wanting to lighten their skin.

This trade card advertises David's Prize Soap Co., located at 185 and 187 1st Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features an angel presenting a woman with a gold watch. The background includes a colorful floral pattern. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and a list of prizes.

This trade card advertises David's Prize Soap Co., a soap company located at 185 & 187 1st Avenue in New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl, with pigtails, playing a small piano. The inscription on the card reads, “All Got By Using David’s Prize Soap,” which suggests that the soap was associated with a prize or contest. The back of the card has a full advertisement, including a list of prizes, and the company name.

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 the Denver Fur Company, owned by Rudolph Kalish & Co., located at 401 Lawrence Street, Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two men riding on a sled pulled by a polar bear. The sled is decorated with a box bearing the business address. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Rocky Mountain Skins.

This trade card advertises the DeSola Mendes Company, a cutting factory located at 12 John Street, New York. The front of the card features the company's name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises DeYoung & Bro., a jewelry store located at 704 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman sitting on a leaf, holding a fan. The text on the card states that the store sells watches, silverware, clocks, and toilet sets. They are also offering $250,000 in reductions. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Diamond Bros. in San Bernardino, California. The card features a stylized illustration of a young boy wearing a Chinese-style hat and costume. The boy is playing with a squirrel. The card is printed on textured paper and features a red, blue, and yellow color scheme. The front of the card is primarily a color image, and the business details are on the back.

This trade card advertises Diamond Palace, a jewelry store located at 146 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy with a red balloon, holding a flag with the Diamond Palace logo. The boy is dressed in a straw hat, striped shirt, and bowtie and is standing against a backdrop of clouds. The back of the card is blank.

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 Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned circle with a woman wearing a red dress and bonnet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The card features a sepia-toned circle depicting a baby in a red outfit. The front of the card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of E. A. Auerbach, located at 530 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of four dogs, resembling a postcard. The back of the card is blank. The card is a cream color with black and green lettering.

This trade card advertises E. Abraham, a dry goods and dress accessories retailer located at 13 Broadway between 8th and 9th Streets, Oakland, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two children sitting by a campfire. One is holding a book and the other is holding a cooking pot. The other figure appears to be looking at the viewer. Above the image, the text, “SIGN OF THE GOLDEN HORSE SHOE” appears, which may be a reference to the store’s name or a store symbol. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing store located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of flowers and a bee. The text 'Children's Clothing a Specialty' is also prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of four, advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand in Rondout, New York. The card emphasizes a focus on children's clothing, stating 'CHILDREN CLOTHING A SPECIALTY' and featuring a floral design of roses on leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 10222 Market Street, opposite Fifth Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl playing. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for men's underwear.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a small lighthouse with red roses growing at its base. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a small house with snow on the roof and red roses in front. The back of the card is blank, but the front provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

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. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a boy in a large hat holding a peony with a large stem. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco, California. There are two cards in this record, both similar but not identical, depicting strawberries and white flowers. The front of both cards feature the business name, address, and a small illustration of strawberries and white flowers. The back of each card lists a variety of summer fashions and their prices.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's general store located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a simple image of a dogwood flower. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises E. Frank & A. S. T. Co., a clothing retailer located at 76 Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a mother bird defending her chicks from a cat who has found their nest in an old shoe. The mother bird is perched on the shoe's edge, with her wings spread out, while the cat is trying to reach the nest from below. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

The trade card advertises E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a soldier standing beside a turkey. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a man holding a bunch of colorful balloons. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothier located at 111 Congress Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a moonlit scene. A man in a top hat and coat stands on a dock, waving at a sailboat departing into the distance. The background features a body of water with a dark silhouette of a city skyline.

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothing merchant located at 111 Congress Street, Troy, New York. The card features a whimsical illustration of a moose looking at the moon in a moonlit forest setting. The text on the card indicates that E. Gratz sells ready-made clothing. This is one of two cards in this record. The second card appears to be a larger advertisement for E. Gratz. It is not clear if this is a separate card or the other side of this one.

This trade card advertises E. Gross, a business located at 701 Brown Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children making a snowman. The children are dressed in winter clothing and are smiling as they build the snowman. The background is a snowy landscape, suggestive of wintertime in the city of Philadelphia. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Hartenstein, an importer of cigars and tobaccos located at 609 Girard Avenue in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a child holding a lyre. The card has a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for E. Hurwitz, a dry goods and notions merchant in New Bedford, Massachusetts, features an illustration of a woman in a white dress standing on a rock, with a backdrop of trees. The woman is holding a bottle of Austen Cologne and a small bouquet of flowers, while looking directly at the viewer. The woman's attire and the lush surroundings create a visually appealing and feminine image. The inscription ‘Austen Cologne’ appears across the top of the card, emphasizing the cologne as the featured product. The back of the card includes the business's full address: 183 South Water Street, New Bedford.

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 E. J. Levy & Co., a dry goods and notions store located at 213 E. Broad Street. The card features an illustration of two children in an egg-shell boat, possibly on water. The back of the card is blank. [E. J. Levy is listed in the Dry Goods Economist, Volume 66, Issue 4, as a dry goods merchant in New York City.]

This trade card advertises E. Jacobs, a clothier located at 55 & 57 Avenue A, corner of 4th Street, in New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a green dress dancing with a doll. The background features a leafy floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Jacobs, a dry goods merchant located on West Street, opposite the Sotoyome House in Cloverdale, California. The front of the card features a hunter running away from a bear with two dogs. The scene is set in a woodland setting, with autumn colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Newman, a dealer in ladies' fine undergarments, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a Bortree corset. The illustration depicts a woman standing with her back to the viewer, facing a mirror. She wears a long gown and a corset. The words 'Bortree Corset' are printed on the corset. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises E. Nunes, a clothier located at the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Aves. The card features a flag design on the front and includes the business address on the back. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of five comical trade cards advertising E. Nunes, a clothier located on the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Avenues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This card features a skeleton dancing. The front of the card features a red background with black text. The back of the card features a Christmas story advertisement. The back of the card features black ink on a white background.

The front of this trade card features a charming illustration of a mother and her children. The children are depicted playing in a garden or park setting, while the mother looks on. The back of the card lists the business's location at the corner of Fifth and Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia. The card also includes a full advertisement detailing the products and services offered by the business. This card is printed on thick, cardstock-like paper and features a yellow-orange border, while the main body of the card is white.

This trade card advertises E. Nunes, a clothing store located at the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Avenues in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a child standing on the rigging of a ship. The back of the card lists various clothing items with prices. It also mentions that the store’s inventory was “slightly damaged by the last storm.” The image of the ship may represent a journey, and the mention of damage may refer to a storm that occurred recently in Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises E. Steinfeld's clothing store located at 15 East Main Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two birds perched on a branch, seemingly engaged in conversation. The background shows a row of buildings. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Stern, a clothier located at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man holding a billboard with a red border. He is wearing a straw hat with a large plume and a brown suit. He is holding a stick in his right hand and has a surprised expression. The background of the card is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground, seemingly injured. Two women look down upon him with concerned expressions. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground in a very awkward pose, as if he has been squashed. Two women are watching the scene in disbelief. The man’s body is colored in blue and the women's attire is in shades of red and green. The image has a cartoonish quality, as if to illustrate a comedic accident. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E.C. Burt's, a shoe and fine goods store located at 281 Grand Street, New York City. The front of the card depicts four children riding a large egg decorated with the American flag. The back of the card provides further details about the business and the types of shoes and fine goods sold.

This trade card advertises the Eagle Clothing House, owned by Benj. Witkowski and located at 23 East Main Street, Waterbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of Jumbo the elephant with a group of children. Jumbo was a famous circus elephant and was often used in advertising during this period. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the East Side Clothing House, owned by D. Abrams and located at 45 Division Street, Milwaukee. The front of the card features a bust of a young woman dressed as a peasant, possibly representing a worker in the clothing industry. The card has a red border. The back is fully printed with advertising for the business.

This trade card advertises Eben & Berckowitz, a boot and shoe store located at the corner of Broome Street and Springfield Avenue in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a man in a stockade, standing in a colorful, cartoon-like pose. The illustration appears to be the background of the card. The card has a red border around the outside of the design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eckstein & Wertheimer, jewelers located at 529 Broadway, New York City. The front of the card depicts a well-dressed young man playing a flute, resembling a horn. He is standing amidst ornate floral and scrolling designs. The card is printed in shades of brown and gold, adding a luxurious touch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edward Kakas & Sons, furriers located at 162 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a fox and a squirrel. The card has a red border. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungry, where the family name was Kokesch (a Jewish-Hungarian name). He learned the fur trade in Hungry from his father].

This trade card advertises Edward Kakas, a furrier located at 404 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a fox and a squirrel. The text on the card indicates that it was printed by Prang. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungary, where the family name was Kokesch. He learned the fur trade in Hungary from his father.]

This trade card for Edward Newman, a merchant tailor located at 752 Market Street, San Francisco, depicts a young girl sitting backwards on a chair, wearing a blue dress and matching hat. Six small men, riding horses, appear below her. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Newman's business, stating that it is 'opposite Bancroft's'. The back is not blank.

This trade card is for Edward Stern. The front is a plain print card. [Stern was the first officer of the Federation of Jewish Charities of Philadelphia.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a clothier located at 81 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a unique illustration. A man in uniform passes a note to a girl through a fence. There is a calendar on one side of the image. The card is dated 1878.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt's store in Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an advertisement for AUSTENS FOREST FLOWER COLOGNE with the address 94 MAIN STREET printed beneath. The back of the card is blank. [This card appears to be from the collection of J. Reizensten].

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a shoe retailer in New York City, presented by Samuel Cohn. The card features a charming illustration of a young boy wearing a red coat holding an American flag, riding a shoe shaped like a sled. The front of the card has a red border. The back of the card features an 1880 calendar.

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 is for Edwin C. Burt's Fine Shoes, a shoe store located at 281 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a boy in a red hat ice skating and pushing a girl on a shoe. The card is a national advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt's Fine Shoes, sold by Samuel Cohn & Bro. at 281 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of Lily Langtry, a famous English actress. The back of the card advertises a sale of 2,000 pairs of slightly soiled and misshapen shoes at half price.

This trade card for Egloff & Blumer, located at 322 Rhode Island Street in Buffalo, New York, advertises their services. They specialize in cleaning and retouching oil paintings, as well as polishing and refinishing pianos. The card mentions their telephone number for potential clients. The trade card features a decorative border in a dark burgundy color and includes ornate lettering.

This trade card for Ehrichs' is shaped like a sunflower with black and yellow colors. The front of the card features the business name. The back of the card announces the Grand Opening of the store.

This is a trade card for Ehrichs'. It is shaped like a sunflower and features black and yellow colors. The back of the card announces a grand opening taking place on that day. This is one of two cards.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a New York City retailer specializing in cloaks and dolmans. The front of the card features a delightful illustration of a young girl teaching her pet dog to sit up. The dog is wearing a collar and is looking at the girl with a playful expression. The girl's dress and hat are stylish, reflecting the fashion trends of the time. The back of the card is dedicated to a full advertisement for Ehrichs', highlighting their offerings of cloaks and dolmans in various styles. The ad also includes the store's location: Eighth Avenue & 24th Street, New York City.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a dry goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City. [Ehrich Bros. is a Jewish-owned dry goods store.] The front of the card features a stylized Art Deco illustration of three girls. Two young girls, one with a white dress, one with a blue dress, are standing in the foreground while the other girl is walking towards them holding flowers. A boy in a raincoat stands behind the two girls in the foreground. There is a red border around the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Ehrichs'.

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 trade card for Ehrichs' Boot and Shoe Merchants, located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City, features a black boot-shaped card with a white cat inside. The back of the card depicts a woman in a dress and the store's advertisement.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs' chinaware store. The front of the card displays a stylized drawing of a young woman, possibly Lillian Conway. The card's text indicates the business is located on Eighth Avenue, between 24th and 25th Streets. The back of the card features a full advertisement, with text emphasizing 'chinaware.'

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a cloak and dolman manufacturer located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl with a parrot perched on a stand. The parrot is wearing a necklace and a red cap. The girl is wearing a simple dress and a sash. The back of the card provides details about Ehrichs' business, advertising cloaks and dolmans in various styles. The background on the front is a single, light-colored area with a line at the bottom that appears to be a patterned carpet. It is a simple card with a simple illustration, but one that conveys the message well.

The front of this trade card features an adorable image of a child holding a piece of jellied bread out to their pet dog. The dog sits patiently, waiting for a treat. The back of the card advertises Ehrichs', a cloak and dolman shop located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street. It also features an image of the business's storefront.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a cloaks and dolmans business located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a piece of jellied bread which a small dog appears to be attempting to snatch. The card is printed in brown ink and features a white border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Ehrichs', promoting their range of cloaks and dolmans.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store in New York City. The front of the card features a pink rose on a bed of white flowers. The back of the card advertises cloaks and dolmans, but the rest of the text is obscured. The address is listed as Eighth Avenue and between 24th and 25th Streets, New York. The card has a red border, with the address listed in a red box at the top. The text is in black. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located on Eighth Avenue between 24th and 25th Streets in New York City. The front of the card depicts two fashionably dressed women and a child. The illustration suggests the store catered to women and children's clothing needs. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for suits or cloaks.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing and dry goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a red bird with black wings and a black head sitting on a branch. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing and dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 24th Street, New York. The front of the card features a small kitten wearing a shoe. The back of the card has a full advertisement featuring two well-dressed women. The back opens up to reveal a full advertisement size, though the card itself is half the size of the shoe advertisement.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl chatting on a terrace. They are dressed in fashionable clothing. The back of the card advertises 'Princess Jackets' in all colors.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a department store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The card is sunflower-shaped and features a colorful design. The back of the card announces a grand opening.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a general store located in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a fairy opening a curtain to reveal the store's interior. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and lists the store's location at 8th Avenue & 24th and 25th Streets, New York, New York.

This trade card features a sunflower-shaped design with yellow petals and a brown center, reminiscent of an advertisement for a general store. The card includes the address of the store, located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, in a prominent location at the bottom of the card. The back of the card features an Easter advertisement. The second card in this record is similar, with the same sunflower-shaped design, and an ad for Easter items on the reverse.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a general store located at Eighth Avenue, 24th & 25th Streets, New York City. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a man's head in the center, possibly representing a Van Dyke beard style, against a light background. The card is rectangular in shape and has rounded corners. The back of the card is not blank and features an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a millinery and fancy goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The card is shaped like a bonnet and features an illustration of a young woman wearing a stylish hat adorned with a sunflower. The card is folded, with the advertisement on both the front and back.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located at 24th & 25th Streets on Eighth Avenue in New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy on ice skates pushing a girl on skates. The girl is wearing a white dress, a black coat, and a black hat. The boy is wearing a red hat and a blue coat. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a store located on Eighth Avenue between 24th and 25th Streets in New York. The card depicts a festive scene of children receiving gifts from Santa Claus. The front of the card is brightly colored and features a red border. The back provides a full advertisement for toys and holiday goods.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a toy and holiday goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a parrot on a stand. The background is light and uncluttered. The back of the card lists the store's inventory of toys and holiday goods.

This trade card advertises Eichenberg's Millinery, a millinery shop located at 318 North Eighth Street, above Wood Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a vase filled with pink and white peonies. Text on the front indicates that bonnets are made to order for fifty cents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eichmann & Meier, a clothing store located at 506 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a design with a vase of roses and lilies. The background has a dark checkered pattern, and the top of the card is a decorative red and white border. The card is printed on heavy stock, typical of trade cards of the period. The back is blank.

This trade card for Einstein & Graham advertises their ladies' furnishings store located at 620 Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a hand holding a daisy, symbolizing elegance and beauty, consistent with the store's offerings. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Eiseman Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of 7th and E Streets, Washington, D.C. The card features a charming illustration of a couple ice skating on a frozen lake, with trees in the background. The card features a red, white, and blue border. The card is blank on the back.

This trade card advertises Elias Kapelowitz's Dewey Hotel. The front features a humorous image of a monkey riding a bicycle. The monkey is wearing a cap and riding a bike, while a policeman stops him and holds up a finger. The card has a red border. There is a humorous poem printed on the card. The image and poem likely make reference to the “Monkey Trial,” a well-known trial that occurred in 1925. The image, poem, and text all allude to anti-Semitic stereotypes. The back of the card is blank. The card is stamped “Dewey”.

This trade card advertises Ellis Jewelry Store, located at 359 6th Avenue, New York. The card features a bust of a young woman in black and white. The front of the card has a light blue border, with a white center. The card is embossed and the bust is printed in relief. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ellsteader & Urbino, tanners, dyers, and glove manufacturers located in Carlsruhe, Germany. The card lists their agents: M. Buehler & Brother, Goldschmidt, Bachrach & Co. The card is printed in black and white and features a stylized design. The text on the card is in English.

This trade card advertises Ely, Hunsberger & Ely, dry goods merchants located at 1220 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three children playing. A young boy walks off with a girl. The card has a decorative border.

This trade card advertises Engel Bros., a business owned by F.W. Engel and J.P. Engel. The front of the card features a vase filled with white flowers. The back of the card provides information about the business, including their address: 68 D Street, Marysville, California. The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises the business of Eugene Weiss, a florist located at the southeast corner of 8th and Arch Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a vase filled with flowers, with leaves and stems emerging from the vase in a stylized manner. The image is a simple, yet effective representation of a florist's business. The card is printed on thick, textured paper, and the image appears to be in black and white.

This trade card advertises the tobacco dealer F. Abraham, located at 25 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a picture of actress Christine Nilsson. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Abraham, a tobacconist located at 25 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts. [Adelaide Neilson, an English stage actress, appears on the card in a theatrical pose, with a shawl around her shoulders and an outstretched hand. ] The card is printed in black and white with a dark border and a white rectangle in the center. It contains white text on a black background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Abraham's, a tobacco dealer located at 25 Court Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man, dressed in rags, perched atop a lamppost. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Auerbach & Bro., a general store established in Salt Lake City, Utah in 1865. The front of the card features a pair of rabbits, possibly symbolic of prosperity or fertility. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, likely detailing the store's offerings and services.

This trade card advertises F. Cohen, a grocer and provision dealer located at 15 Avenue C, corner of 2nd Street, New York City. The front of the card features an image of a fireman. [The card may have advertised a fire insurance policy in conjunction with the grocer and provision business.] The back of the card contains the business's address and a full advertisement.

This trade card, printed on thick paper, advertises F. Israel Bros., proprietors of the Keystone Shoe Store in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. The card features a die-cut image of a pair of blue birds perched inside a shoe, symbolizing the store's commitment to quality and style. The front of the card is primarily blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Lazarus Dry Goods, located at 237 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a silhouette of a woman in a dress holding a lantern and standing in a crescent moon. This is surrounded by stars and a small starburst design, above a floral pattern. The design is set against a white background with a black border. The back of the card is blank. The card measures 4 inches by 6 inches.

This trade card is a die-cut leaf shape. It advertises F. Lazarus Dry Goods & Notion House, located at 237 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a stylized depiction of a leaf in gold with the store's name written inside. The card is shaped like a leaf and is in excellent condition.

This trade card advertises F. N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a baseball player in an exaggerated pose, catching a ball. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. P. Kohen & Co., a grocery store located at 150 Beaver Avenue, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a sword. The reverse of the card features a list of all of the mayors of Allegheny City from its founding in 1840 through 1881. The back of the card also provides additional advertising information for F. P. Kohen & Co.

This trade card advertises F. Silverstone & Co., a clothing store located at 75 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl running. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Silverstone & Co., a clothing store located at 75 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose, California. The front of the card depicts a scene from a poem by Robert Burns. The illustration features a woman in a long dress standing near a stream, surrounded by trees and flowers. She is holding a book in her hand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F.W. Ellenburg, a florist located at 118 Ninth Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of violets, a popular flower often associated with love and sentimentality. The background includes a stylized pattern with a light brown, almost beige, color scheme.

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 F.N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The card depicts a baseball player in a humorous pose, running to a base with an outstretched arm. The card is part of a rare set, and there is another card in the same set (#459). 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 the Fashionable Hair Emporium, owned by M.M. Cohen & Co., located at 28 Winter Street in Boston. The card features a simple design with the business name printed at the top. Below the business name, the text 'Wholesale Manufacturers of Human Hair Goods' appears. The card's background is light with dark letters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business located at 526 Market Street and 21 to Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a playful scene of a young boy interacting with a dog. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business in San Francisco, California. The card features a girl standing next to an iron fence. The text on the front of the card lists the business's address as 21-29 Sutter Street and 520-526 Market Street, San Francisco. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business located at 520.526 Market Street and 21.25 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys. One boy is sitting at a table, seemingly trying to eat something, while the other boy is playing a musical instrument. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a fishmongers in San Francisco. The card features a handwritten advertisement listing their business address as 526 Market Street and 21 to Sutter Street. The card also shows a picture of a lobster and fish. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

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 Feist's, a dry goods store located in Santa Clara, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a boy kissing a girl. The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises Feldmann, Schaaf & Fries, a dry goods business located at 1600 & 1602 South Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a woman in a yellow and green dress holding a fan. The back of the card contains a detailed advertisement, listing the names of the partners in the business: Jos. V. Feldmann, J. G. Schaaf, and Oscar R. Fries.

This trade card advertises Fels & Co.'s toilet soaps, including Lilly's. The card features a woman holding a bar of soap and standing in front of a mirror. [The Fels family were active in the German-Jewish community of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and went on to found the brand Fels-Naphtha soap.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fels-Naptha Soap. The card features two identical scenes of a woman washing clothes. Each scene depicts a woman in a white apron and a long dress, with a washboard on a wooden stand, scrubbing laundry in a large tub. The card features text about the product. [The Fels-Naptha brand was created in 1891 by the Fels family.]

This trade card advertises Fernberger Bros., rye whiskey dealers located at 1230 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black-and-white illustration of a man in a top hat sitting in a chair with a drink and a glass of water on a table. The card lists prices for rye whiskey and includes information about Fernberger Bros. [All the brothers were active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Figer Bros., manufacturers of brushes and carpet sweepers. The front of the card depicts a girl and a rabbit. The card also includes the address 615 Sacramento St., San Francisco. The back of the card is blank. The image on the card is in black and white. The business address is visible. The card is made from heavy cardstock and has been worn but not ripped.

This trade card advertises Filene's, a business located at 18 Market Street in Lynn, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two mice seated at a table and having a meal. [This business evolved into the Filene's Department Store Chain]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Finkle's, a clothing store located at 135 Genesee Street in Utica, New York. The card features an image of a child sitting on a chair reading, surrounded by toys, such as a doll, a wagon, and a toy horse. The child has short hair and is wearing a dress. The image is set in a room with a fireplace and furniture. The front of the card features a cream background with a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Fleischmann & Co. depicts a comical scene with a child swinging on a branch while another child cuts the branch with a pair of scissors, causing the branch to fall to the ground. There is text at the bottom of the card, but it is not clear what it says. The back of the card is not blank and features a full advertisement. The front of the card is likely the first image in the record, and the back is the second image in the record.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a decorative arrangement of Easter lilies. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Fleischmann's Yeast, a product that was marketed as a healthy and convenient way to make bread at home.

This is a national advertising trade card for Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features an illustration of Romeo and Juliet. The back of the card is blank. The card is circa 1885.

This is a trade card that advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a man and woman at the seashore. There is a recipe on the back of the card, but some of the text has been damaged. This card is one of three, and it is part of a national advertising campaign.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., a manufacturer of compressed yeast. The front of the card features an illustration by Ackert & Henckel Lith. depicting a boy scaring a woman with a fake rat as a clerk leans over the counter. The back of the card offers a recipe for white bread and information on how to secure a copy of the *Revised Presidential Cookbook*. The address 419 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., a yeast manufacturer, prominently featuring their label. The front of the card depicts a Gibson Girl with a parasol, possibly representing the lightness and airiness of their product. The card's back includes a warning against fake yeast products.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., manufacturers of yeast. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a morning glory flower. The back of the card includes an advertisement and an offer to send in 50 yellow labels for something of value.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers. The front of the card features an illustration of two children on a swing, with a cat watching them. The swing is depicted with a bright, orange seat, and the children are dressed in period clothing. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Fleischmann & Co. and its various yeast products.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers. The front of the card features an illustration of three children on a sled. The back of the card warns consumers to beware of imitations and counterfeit products. It also indicates that the card was issued in 1897.

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 trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a young boy serving tea at a table with a floral tablecloth. The boy is wearing a blue and white jacket, and he is carrying a teapot and a cup. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a gate with roses and doves, representing peace and purity. The design is intricate and artistic, with a delicate use of color and shading. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two children interacting with a large loaf of bread. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features an elaborate illustration of a bouquet of flowers and butterflies. The text “Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast” appears above the image. The background is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is shaped like an envelope. It is a printed advertisement for Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253 to 259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a birds nest. The back is blank. The proprietor of the business is C. Edelheim.

This trade card, shaped like an envelope, advertises Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253-259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features the text “Compliments of Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery” and includes the name of the proprietor, C. Edelheim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann's Yeast. The front of the card features a magician performing a trick. The back of the card has a recipe for making bread, with some damage. The card is part of a set of three cards.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, a paperhanging firm located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a charming illustration of a cherub sitting on a tree branch, with plums falling from a can. The image is surrounded by a decorative border. The front of the card is the only side depicted.

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 Fleischner's, an artist's studio and paper goods store located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a festive Christmas greeting for 1881. A large man in a red suit sits in a chair in front of a large, cooked turkey. He wears a white chef's hat and has a mustache and goatee. The card is printed in green ink.

This trade card, likely from around 1885, advertises Fleischner's clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a New Year's greeting illustration of a boy flying on a large red kite. The kite has a large, black number “1” with a smaller “9” on the bottom. The boy is wearing a black and white cap and a long, black coat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's and features a greeting for Thanksgiving Day 1880. The front of the card is printed in green with a black figure of a man holding a goose and a basket of food. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card from Fleischner's, a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, celebrates Thanksgiving. The card is a promotional advertisement that features a charming illustration of a girl teaching a dog tricks using treats. She holds up her right hand and points to the dog, while holding a stick in her left hand. The dog appears to be retrieving the stick. The card is part of a series of three, as indicated by the inscription “Three of three”.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, a business located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three children ice skating on a frozen pond. The background is a winter landscape with snow-covered trees and buildings. The illustration is drawn in a simple style, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a green illustration of a man bowing to a woman. The card is a greeting for Thanksgiving Day 1880. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's a New Year's greeting card for 1881. The card is green and features a jester and two boys. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleishman Bros., dry goods merchants located at 92 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The card is designed with a simple, elegant typography. The front of the card displays the business name and address, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleishman Bros., retailers of Minnie Hauk Coraline Corsets. The front of the card features a woman wearing a corset, standing in a room with a large window. Her dress is raised, revealing the corset. On the back of the card, a full advertisement provides details about the business. [The business name listed on the card is Warner Brother's Company. Another card indicates Fleishman Bros. was located at 82 Market Street.]

This trade card advertises Florsheim Bros., shoe merchants in Chicago, Illinois. [Florsheim Bros. are known for their high-quality leather shoes.] The front of the card displays an image of a woman with a brown hat adorned with a colorful band and a large white flower. She is likely wearing a dress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement listing locations where Florsheim Bros. shoes can be purchased.

This trade card, likely dating from around 1885, advertises Florsheim Bros., shoe merchants located in the McVicker's Theatre Building on Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an image of a woman in a black dress and hat adorned with red flowers. She is holding a bottle of Button's Raven Gloss shoe dressing. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, listing cities where Florsheim Bros. products could be purchased.

This trade card advertises Florsheim Bros., shoe merchants located at Madison Street, McVicker's Theatre Building, in Button's, Illinois. The front of the card features a young woman in a skirt and hat, sitting on a chair. She is holding a book and has a paintbrush in her hand. Above her are paintbrushes and a jar of paint. The card is easel-shaped. The back of the card lists other locations where Florsheim Bros. products can be purchased. The text is in English.

This trade card, from Florsheim Bros. in Chicago, Illinois, features a woman in a 1780s-style dress holding a shoe. The front of the card is dominated by the woman, and the business name is written at the bottom. The back of the card lists the business address: 85 E. Madison Street, Opposite McVicker's Theatre. [The Florsheim Brothers founded the well-known Florsheim Shoe Company, a major player in the American shoe industry.]

This trade card advertises Frank Block, a merchant tailor, located at New York Avenue and Morgan Street in Union, New Jersey. The card features a young man holding a woman's hand. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The front of the card also features a red border and the text 'Opposite the School'.

This trade card advertises the Frank Brothers Company, a carriage maker with a store located at 68 & 70 [Street, Portland, Oregon]. The front of the card features a die-cut illustration of a winter scene. The die cut is shaped like an easel placed on a fence. The verso is blank, but the edge of the card shows the corner of the Frank Brothers Company advertisement. The front advertisement was also die-cut with an intricate decorative border. The back of the card provides a more detailed advertisement for buggies, carts, and horse goods.

This trade card advertises the grocery store of Frank J. Heilman, located at 86 East Main Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children building a stick house. The illustration is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frank Roth, a merchant tailor in Mantorville, Minnesota. The front of the card features an image of a well-dressed woman feeding chickens. The text on the front states, 'Patterns and materials of every class, call on Frank Roth of Mantorville, Minnesota.' The back of the card is a full advertisement. There appears to be a separate trade card in this record advertising the firm, Strauss Bros. The front of the card includes a logo that appears to be a combination of S, B, and W. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fred. Brischke's shoe store in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a vase of flowers. The text on the card reads 'Ladies Shoes a Specialty' and '3 Egbert's Block.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fred. Brischke, a clothier in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a stylized fan design with the business name and address, '3 EGBERT'S BLOCK, REMSEN STREET.' in the center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fred. W. L. Cunz, an apothecary located at 77th Street and 3rd Avenue in New York, New York. The card is printed in black ink with white text. It indicates that the apothecary is located across the street from the Hebrew Orphan Society. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frederick Stein, a bookseller and blank book manufacturer located on State Street, New London, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of two children, one of whom is carrying a book. The card has a red border and a small amount of text. The front of the card indicates that the business is a 'Blank Book Manufacturer. Book Seller'. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frederick Stein, a bookseller and stationer, located on State Street in New London, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a majestic eagle perched on a log in a forest setting. The eagle is looking towards the right. There is a small tree in the background to the left of the eagle. The front of the card has a blue border. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features a humorous illustration of a roller skating scene. One figure is wearing a red and white striped suit and holding a cane. Another figure, wearing a blue suit, seems to be holding onto a tree for balance. Both figures are falling down. The background depicts a grassy field with a small tree. The back of the card is blank. The card features a red border.

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 Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a portrait of a fashionable young woman with a dramatic, wide-brimmed hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a young child crawling out of a basket, while the back of the card contains a full advertisement. The back advertises a move to a new location. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two cats playing, with one on top of the other. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a depiction of Liberty, a female figure representing freedom, playing a banjo while standing on a quarter moon. Two owls are perched on the edge of the moon. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at Nos. 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl perched on a boy's back, enjoying a day at the beach. The image shows a sandy beach and a body of water, likely the ocean. The card is formatted to include the text, 'First Clothing Store From Main Street'. The back of the card is blank and provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three rabbits munching on a pipe, with a blue bird perched on the top. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features two girls standing under an umbrella. The text on the front of the card indicates the store's location is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two boys sharing an umbrella while sitting on a tree stump. The scene is set in front of a large building that could be a store. The text on the card indicates that the business is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a boy standing by a sailboat with a red cap. The background includes a stylized representation of a cityscape. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand, building a mound. A ship is visible in the background. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a stylish illustration of a woman in a red dress, a lilac sash, and long hair. The illustration has an Art Deco style. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business and a notice regarding new merchandise.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand at the edge of the ocean. The scene is peaceful and idyllic, suggesting that the clothing sold by the business is of high quality and appropriate for both children and adults. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Freeman's.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One-Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young girl dressed in a sailor dress. She is sitting on a bank overlooking the ocean, holding a shovel. The front of the card is bordered in a dark red with a blue stripe. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an image of a steamship or boat rendered in brown and black sepia tones. The back of the card is fully dedicated to a printed advertisement which includes a poem.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14 and 16 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card is predominantly green and advertises suits, overcoats, ulsters, and ulsterettes. The card advertises a ‘Great Mark Down Ever Known.’ The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing merchant located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an Art Deco style illustration of a woman with her hands clasped in prayer, standing before a sunflower. The back of the card includes further advertising information. The card features a white border with a brown decorative design.

This trade card advertises the Freiberg-Wolfstein Oak Tanning Co., located at Dunlap, Branch, and Providence Streets in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a large bull. The bull is depicted in a striking pose, suggesting strength and power, a common symbol for the tanning industry. The card is printed in black and white and has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a basket overflowing with strawberries. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Ferris' Patent Corded Corsets and Waists.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street and 10 & 12 Dupont Street, in San Francisco, California. The card features two young ladies pushing a baby stroller. The card has a blue and gold color scheme.

This trade card advertises Freudenheim & Abramson, a watch case dealer located at 102 Lake Street, Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of children playing around a watch. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for 'Boss Pat. Gold Watch Cases' and includes a lengthy, small-print guarantee.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a clothing store located at 113 & 115 North 8th Street and 733 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl standing on a large snowball. The girl is dressed in a dark coat with a white collar and a white bonnet. She is holding a small package. The image appears to be part of a larger illustration, as only the girl's lower half and the snowball are visible. There is no text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia retailer of dress trimmings. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a butterfly perched on a flower. The design is framed by a decorative border with the business name in a prominent display at the top. The card includes the address: 113 & 115 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business, along with a 1877 calendar. This card is likely from 1877, as the calendar on the back includes a date of 1877.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a dress trimming business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features two large, brightly colored birds perched on a branch of a stylized tree. The birds have golden crowns, blue bodies, and yellow throats. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia-based retailer of dress trimmings and fancy goods. The card features a black maid holding a white baby who is crying. The front of the card includes the address: 111, 113, & 115 North Eighth Street. The back of the card is blank. This trade card is problematic and insensitive due to its racialized imagery. It is also worth noting that this image was likely a common form of marketing in this period and is an important document in the history of racial representation in American advertising.

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 Friedberger & Strouse, wholesale and retail dry goods merchants located at 111, 113, and 115 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The card features a colorful image of a bouquet of roses. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a wholesale dress trimming and millinery goods business located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylized image of a sprig of flowers framed by two clasped hands. The front of the card lists the business's addresses: 113 & 115 Eigth Street (presumably for retail) and 33 Arch Street for wholesale. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a hosiery specialty shop in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children sitting on a star-shaped braid. The illustration is surrounded by text advertising their specialties and multiple addresses: 568 & 570 Broadway and 50 & 54 James Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a dry goods store located at 568 & 570 Broadway, and 50 & 54 James Street in Albany, New York. It features a depiction of Rapunzel, a character from the fairy tale, lowering a rope of yarn down from her tower window for her lover to climb. The card highlights the business's specialty: hosiery. It also advertises 'Star Brand Fleisher's Worsted Yarns.' The card is printed in black ink on a cream-colored card stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. A. Weisgerber, located at 225 Dock Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. [Weisgerber's store was located opposite the Exchange Building.] The front of the card features a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers. She is wearing a dress with a floral pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Kahn, dated 1882. The front of the card features an illustration of a brown and white puppy that has knocked over an ink bottle. The image has a red border. The card has the copyright notice, COPYRIGHT 1882 BY G. KAHN. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, dated 1882, advertises G. Kahn's business. The front of the card features a white puppy holding a knitting needle in its mouth with a partially knit item lying beneath its paws. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Mayer, a clothier located at 406 & 408 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young boy standing by a body of water, holding a puppy. The boy is dressed in a sailor suit and is wearing a straw hat. The card has a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Politz, Capitol Clothing House located at the Southeast corner of Sixth and K Street in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a dog looking alike, both with a green jacket. The back of the card has a text about a confirmation ceremony for Jonas, the son of G. Politz. Jonas, a young lad, chanted a Hebrew text and delivered an address at the synagogue.

This trade card advertises G. Politz, a clothing merchant located at 600 S. E. Cor. 6th and K Sts., Sacramento, California. The card features a stylized illustration of two yellow flowers and a bee. The design appears to be the main focus of the card, and the text about the business is below the floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Seeligson & Co., a wholesale grocery and commission merchant company in Galveston, Texas. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young Swiss child, likely promoting the sale of Silver Spoon baking powder. The back of the card provides the business address: Corner 24th and Mechanic Streets, Seeligson's Buildings.

This trade card advertises G.D. Gorman's Popular Dry Goods Store located at 37 and 39 West Broad Street in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a bird perched on a flower. The card advertises the store as selling Ladies, Misses, and Children's clothes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast, selling for only 2 cents. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with his head through a hoop, with the phrase 'Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast Only 2 Cents' printed below the image.

This trade card advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features an illustration of two birds perched on a tree branch. The background is a simple, light blue design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gans Bros., a clothing store located at 219 Main Street, Evansville, Indiana. The front of the card depicts a cowboy roping a bull. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Gassinger, Heymann & Co., manufacturers of store, bar, and office fixtures in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card provides the address of the business as 431 and 433 Colvin Street, located between Gay and Hillen Streets. The card also mentions that the business accepts mail orders promptly. [Gassinger, Heymann & Co. was likely owned by members of the Gassinger family.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features an illustration of a boy with a baseball bat attempting to hit apples on a tree. The card has a pink flower border around the edge. The background is green and the sky is blue. There are three other cards associated with this card in the collection. [The back of the card has an advertisement, but the details of the business are not clear.]

This trade card advertises Geo. Black, a business located at 1700 Seventh Street in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl in a blue bonnet picking strawberries. She is dressed in a blue dress. There is a yellow and red butterfly in the foreground of the card. Three of the four quarters of the card feature this illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Black, a wine merchant located at 1700 Seventh Street in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a brown hat and a white dress. She is picking grapes from a vine, with a brown dog watching her. There is a basket hanging on the girl's arm. The card is bordered by a frame with a decorative pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. H. Samuel, a furniture and carpet company located at 263 Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a thatched-roof cottage, a charming motif that alludes to the warmth and comfort of home furnishings. The back of the card is not visible in this image but is presumed to include further details about the business.

This trade card advertises Geo. Haas & Sons, wholesale grocers in San Francisco, California. It features a charming illustration of a young woman in a brown dress and white cap, with flowers on the mirror-like border around the illustration. The card lists two addresses for the business: 810 Market Street, Phelan Building, and 986 Market Street, James Flood Building. 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 Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 915 Washington Street between 8th and 9th Streets in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children in a boat and another boy fishing in a body of water. The illustration suggests a relaxed outdoor setting. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The card features a charming illustration of a boy holding blue flowers for a girl. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 915 Washington Street in Oakland, California. The card features a stylized image of a cottage nestled within a large, stylized leaf. The design is a winter scene, suggesting the card was distributed during a colder season. The front of the card provides the address and indicates that Samuels relocated to 915 Washington Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a stylized cottage illustration inside a square with a pink dogwood tree growing in front. The card also lists a new address, 915 Washington Street, indicating a possible relocation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises George Heyman, a furniture and household goods merchant located at 179 Canal Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of two children hiding under a white sheet. They are peeking out at the viewer and laughing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of George Meindel, a milliner and fancy goods dealer. The card is shaped like a fan and features a floral motif. The text on the front indicates that the business is located at 54 Avenue A, between 3rd and 4th Streets in New York City. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, and notes that George Meindel has 5 years of experience with Le Moult and 13 years with Hanft Bros.

This trade card advertises George S. Katz, a jeweler located at 1929 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a large pink rose with green leaves. The design is set against a cream background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises George Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a castle inside a winter leaf with an image of a snowy mountain peak, possibly the Sierra Nevada, in the background. The text on the card notes that the business has moved to a new location at 915 Washington Street. The image is surrounded by a light blue and white border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a retail establishment at 42 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl holding a pair of ice skates. The back of the card is blank.

This oversized trade card, die-cut in the shape of a pallet, advertises Gerson's Millinery located at 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two men riding horses. One man is wearing a straw hat and the other is wearing a top hat. The horses are elaborately adorned with feathers. The back of the card is blank. The card measures approximately 12.5 inches by 9.5 inches.

The front of this trade card advertises Gerson's, a business selling dress accessories. The card features a pleasant illustration of a young woman dressed in a white dress and standing in a beach scene, looking out at the ocean. The card's text is partially cut off, but the address, 42 N. 8th Street, is visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a retailer of dress accessories located at 40 and 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two birds perched on a flower, with a decorative border around the edges. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a millinery store located at 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman's bust, wearing a large hat and a decorative lace collar. The bust is surrounded by a floral pattern. The business's address is printed below the bust. It is not clear if the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, located at 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card is a simple design, featuring a horseshoe and dogwood flower in black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the Giant Clothing Co. owned by A. May and located at the corner of Canal and Lyon Streets in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The card features a large red rose with the words 'Giant Clothing Co.' printed above and the store address below. It also includes the text 'Red Rose… Impressed' suggesting the business' use of a red rose logo or symbol. [After his brother Abraham joined him, they separated from Housemans and started their own clothing store under the name of A. May & Sons.]

This trade card advertises the Girard Clothing House located at 1132 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a drawing of a chicken and a dog fighting. This illustration appears to be a popular choice for trade cards. The card indicates that the Girard Clothing House is managed by S. Silberman.

This trade card advertises Glaser, Kohn & Co., a business located at 24 & 26 Michigan Ave. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy wearing a bright pink hat and holding a red umbrella. The boy's smiling face appears mischievous. The background includes a decorative, ornate pattern that resembles the style of a wallpaper or fabric. The back of the card contains a poem.

This trade card advertises Globe Shirts, a business owned by L. Ginsburg, located at the corner of Tuer and Thames Streets in Newport, Rhode Island. The front of the card depicts a globe in a shirt walking side by side with a shirt in the form of a person. The text on the card indicates it is a national card for Globe Shirts. There is no information about what is on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Goetter, Weil & Co., dry goods merchants. The card lists the business as agents for Austen's Forest Flower Cologne. The address for the business is in Montgomery, Alabama. The card has a red border and a stylized floral illustration.

This trade card for Golden Eagle Clothing House features an image of a farm wagon traveling through a snowy landscape, evoking a sense of winter and warmth. The front of the card displays the business name, Golden Eagle Clothing House, and its address: 10 E. Third Street. The back of the card is blank.

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 is one of four cards advertising Golding's Cigar Store located at 54 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, New York. It features a colorful illustration of a woman holding a bouquet of flowers. This is card two of four. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Golding's, a dress goods store located at 8th Avenue and 36th Street in New York City. The front of the card features two girls in a park-like setting with a parrot. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including their services and products.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Co. at 355 & 357 East Water Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [J. Goldsmith, who was Jewish, was killed in action in the Civil War.] The front of the card features a comical illustration of two black children. The background is yellowed and faded. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Co., interior decorators in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card depicts a colonial woman leaning out a window and holding a flower. She is looking directly at the viewer. The background is yellow and white. The card advertises carpets, curtains, and shades. [J. Goldsmith of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was Jewish and was killed in action (KIA) during the Civil War.]

This trade card features an image of a mother and three children. The youngest child is wearing rain gear and is positioned at the bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank. [J. Goldsmith, a Jewish resident of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was killed in action during the Civil War.]

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Cooper, dry goods merchants located at the corner of Fourth and L Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an image of a baby holding a doll and colored shells above. [Goldsmith and Cooper were both early Jewish families in Portland, Oregon.] The back of the card features a full advertisement in the form of a pallet, showcasing the variety of goods they sold.

This trade card for Goldsmith Bros. features a girl in a red dress holding a white rabbit on a gold background. The front of the card advertises Goldsmith Bros. as clothiers with their address at 304 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Brothers, clothiers located at 304 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design, featuring a woman standing against a background of leafy foliage. The woman is wearing a long, flowing dress with a wide, flowing skirt. The card is printed in shades of brown. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Brothers, a shoe store located at 304 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of flowers arranged inside a dainty slipper. 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.

The trade card advertises Goldsmith's, a clothing store located at 726 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of Jack and Jill, a popular nursery rhyme figure, with a red background. The bottom part of the card displays the business address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith's, a clothing store located at 726 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a scene of children washing clothes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Cohn, a leading hair and wig store located at 822 Market Street, Phelan's Building, San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl talking over a fence. The boy is dressed in a suit and the girl is wearing a long dress. The image is simple and charming. The text on the card is simple and straightforward, highlighting the store's location and its status as a leading hair and wig store. The back of the card is blank. [While no specific biographical information is available for the business owners, the store's prominent location and the phrase 'Leading Hair & Wig Store' suggests a successful and established business in San Francisco.]

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Cohn, a hairdressing business located at 749 Market Street, San Francisco, California, opposite Dupont Street. The front of the card features an illustration of a bust of 'Miss May', who is designated as the 'SOLE AGENT OF MARCHLAND'S CRISOLINE HAIR DYE'. The back of the card displays a full advertisement for human hair, switches, and curls.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Cohn, a hairdressing salon located at 822 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young woman in a pink and white dress and a white flowered hat, holding flowers and kneeling on her right leg. She is wearing blue stockings and brown shoes. A bus and flowers are visible in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Cohn, a business located at 822 Market Street in the Phelan Building, San Francisco. The front of the card features sea shells. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Cohn, manufacturers of theatrical wigs, switches, curls, and chignons. The card features a woman with blonde hair, wearing a costume, and holding a fan. The card is decorated with a border and is designed to look like a stage curtain. On the front, it states that Goldstein & Cohn specializes in human hair and offers wigs for theatrical and masquerade purposes. The card also notes that the company offers wig rentals and face makeup. The back of the card is full of advertisements. [Goldstein & Cohn was located at 822 Market Street, Phelan's Building, San Francisco, California, and the card's design suggests an active business in the late 1800s, contributing to the history of theatrical and stage performance in California.]

This trade card advertises Goldstein Brothers, clothiers, located at 183 & 185 Eighth Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys fishing from a rock in a stream. They are wearing clothing that appears to be the product sold by Goldstein Brothers, as the boys have a gentlemanly appearance. The back of the card is blank.

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 die-cut trade card advertises Gratz & Levy, clothiers located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a yellow rose. The business address, 334 River Street & 19 4th Street, is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Great Bankrupt Boot & Shoe Co., located at 53 & 55 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two kittens under a red umbrella. The back of the card provides more information about the business and lists D.E. Hirshberg as the manager. It advertises “Bankrupt Shoes and Boots,” noting that the company is a dealer in job lots and bankrupt goods.

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 Greensfedler, Florsheim & Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a girl wearing a blue hat and coat and holding books. She is surrounded by geese and stands in front of a lush green and blue landscape. The girl holds a red parasol. The text 'GREENSFELDER, AND FLORSHEIM & CO' appears on the card.

This trade card advertises Greensfelder, Florsheim & Co's, a clothing retailer. The front of the card features an illustration of two children in school uniforms, with a dog standing behind them. The children have a friendly, casual expression and are dressed in similar attire, with a contrasting red and blue color scheme. The card has a border decorated with stars, suggesting the business's national reach. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Greenwald's, a clothing store located at 23 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts two children holding a spy glass, perhaps looking at something in the distance. The background is a field of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gross Bros., dry goods merchants located at 108 West Market Street. The front of the card features an elegant woman in a blue dress and bonnet holding a white bird in her left hand. She stands in a floral setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothing store located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys dressed in fine clothing. They are carrying bags of candy on their shoulders, their faces are obscured but they both have curly hair. The background includes a decorative design. The card lists two addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Streets.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothing and furnishing goods business located at 336 & 338 River Street, Troy, New York, and 13, 15, and 17 Fourth Streets. The card features a drawing of a boy sitting on a dog, holding a peppermint stick. The card has a red border and a decorative pattern around the advertisement text.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothier located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, 17 4th Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a child pushing a cart full of wheat sheaves, a decorative cartwheel, and a stylized floral border. The text 'Marble Hall Clothier' is displayed at the top of the card. 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 Grossman's Ticket Office, located at 316 North High Street in Columbus, Ohio. The front of the card depicts children playing in the sand. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and lists the telephone number as 1057.

This trade card advertises Gumbinner & Friedlander, located at 51 Crosby Street, near Broome Street, New York. The card features a simple design with the company's name and address printed in bold lettering. It is a standard 2x3.5 inch trade card format. The front of the card is blank, while the back of the card provides more details.

This trade card advertises Gustav Rice, a wholesaler and retailer of imported and domestic cigars. Rice's business was located at 61 Devonshire Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed on a white cardstock with black ink. It features an ornate border at the top and bottom. The text is centered. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Guthmann, Carpenter & Telling, a clothing store located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The card features a girl in a hat playing badminton. The caption on the card reads 'Forty Love,' likely a reference to the score in the game. The front of the card displays the store's name, 'Guthmann, Carpenter & Telling,' and the phrase 'National Card.' The back of the card is blank. This trade card is one of a set of three.

This trade card is for H. & A. Rosenbloom, clothiers in New York City. The front of the card features a Christmas dinner scene, with a table set for a large meal. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. & D. Cohen, clothiers located at 123 N. Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vase of flowers. The card is a cream color with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, dry goods merchants located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with holly and other holiday decorations. The card is likely from the late 1800s, as the back is blank and the print quality reflects that era.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Acme Soap. The front of the card depicts a boy riding on a large cloud of soap. The back of the card features a full advertisement for H. & N. Weinheimer. The card lists three addresses for Weinheimer: 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street. The trade card advertises both dry goods and groceries.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, a dry goods merchant located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a girl holding a sheaf of wheat. The design is simple, with an emphasis on the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of H. Askenasy, LL.D., a translator of commercial, legal, literary, and other documents. The front of the card lists Askenasy's two addresses: 50 Bromfield Street and 221 Washington Street, both in Boston, Massachusetts. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. B. Epstein, a men's furnisher located at 246 Third Avenue, New York City, between 20th and 21st Streets. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man cutting a shirt while another man pulls on something with a cane. A cashier watches the scene and a young boy observes. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for men's furnishings.

The front of the trade card advertises H. Fried's Shaving & Hair Dressing Parlor, located at 1609 Carondelet Avenue. The card depicts an illustration of two drunken men in a humorous and exaggerated style. The figures appear to be arguing with each other. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Gershel & Bro., a purveyor of cloaks, mantillas, and fancy furs located at 233 Eighth Avenue, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, New York. The card is simple, with black text on a white background, and includes the business name, address, and a list of products. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Forest Flowers Perfume, a fragrance sold by both H. Heynemann & Co. in San Francisco, California, and W. J. Austen & Co. in Oswego, New York. The card features an illustration of a boy and a girl standing together, perhaps representing a young couple. The boy has his arm around the girl's waist. The girl is holding a bouquet of flowers. There is a background scene with a rustic wooden fence. The front of the card includes a note at the top stating 'National Card.' The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Forest Flowers Perfume.

This trade card, printed in English, advertises H. J. May & Bro., a clothing merchant located at 300 North Second Street, corner of Vine Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a full advertisement promoting their fall line. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Kayser, a hatter located at 10 South Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a biblical scene on the front. It is likely depicting the story of the prophet Daniel in the lion's den. The card is printed in black ink and features a red border around the edges of the front. The back of the card is blank.

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. Levi, a Money Loan Office located at the southeast corner of 10th and South Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young woman leaning against a tree branch and holding a bird in a cage. The back of the card features an advertisement with the business name, 'Money Loan Office'.

This trade card advertises H. Levison, a dry goods and fancy goods store located at 323 Montgomery Street and 733 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a woman in a stylish French costume, wearing a black flowered hat. She stands on a floral-patterned rug with a large vase of flowers in the background. There are also two men, a waiter and a customer, depicted in the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for H. Levison's business.

This trade card advertises H. Lustberg, a clothier located at 379 8th Avenue between 28th and 29th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man rowing a boat. The man is wearing a long coat and a hat, and he is holding a pair of oars. The boat is floating on a body of water, and there are trees and bushes in the background. The back of the card is blank. The card is in a style typical of trade cards from the late 19th century, using a simple design and a humorous illustration to attract attention.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons jewelers at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a young girl holding a jewel, captioned 'Emeraude.' The image is in a black and white style.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA. The front of the card features a woman standing in front of a display of currency. The text mentions that the woman is from Romania. The back of the card contains an advertisement.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a planter from the United States standing in front of a $1 bill. The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a woman in a yellow harem-style dress standing on a stylized, topaz-shaped leaf. The front of the card is dominated by the image of the woman; the business name and address are at the bottom. The reverse is blank.

This trade card is shaped like a keystone and advertises the Keystone Watch Cases sold by H. Myers & Son. The front of the card features a comical captain in a uniform and with a long beard. The illustration is drawn in a cartoon style with exaggerated features. The background is filled with details such as a ship's wheel, a cannon, and an anchor. The address, 333 Kearny Street, is displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card advertises Keystone Watch Cases, providing more details about the product and the company.

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 trade card advertises H. Rosenberg, a dealer in ladies' fine dress trimmings, located in South Paris, Maine. The card features a decorative border in pink, blue, and black. The text is in black with a white background. The card appears to be a single page. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises H. S. Adler, a shoe dealer located at 51 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of children trying on shoes in a shop setting. The children are likely in a shoe store, surrounded by shoe boxes and shelves of footwear. The back of the card features a full advertisement with prices for various shoes.

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. Schwarzschild, a clothier located at the corner of 14th and Main Streets in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a man sitting on a stool, smoking a large pipe. He is wearing a fur hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for H. Siegel, a clothier in Los Angeles, California, is a puzzle card. The front of the card displays a circular image, likely a puzzle, with the business name and address printed beneath. The back of the card is blank. The card is composed of a thick, sturdy paper stock and printed with a vibrant, multi-colored design.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a musical instrument. Fruit is placed at the boy's knees. A decorative urn with branches sits next to the boy. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York, depicts a young boy sitting on a stone bench, holding a Japanese-style umbrella. A kettle sits near his feet and flowers bloom behind him. The image is rendered in a whimsical style, highlighting the soft details of the boy's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy dressed in shorts and holding a cat, a tree contained in a box. The background of the image is a light blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothing merchant located at 45 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a decorative design with an iris and leaves on top of white lace. The back of the card 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 for H. Sundheim, a dry goods retailer, features a small rose in a blue bow. The address, 318 N. Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for H. Sundheim, a dry goods merchant, features a large rose illustration. The address, 318 N. Second Street, is printed below the rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Weinberg's clothing store in Lexington, Virginia. The front of the card features simple, red ink illustrations of a man and a woman standing next to the courthouse. The card is undated but likely dates to around 1885 based on its style. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Weinhagen, a pretzel baker located at 152 William Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy and girl pulling a large pretzel. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of childhood innocence and enjoyment, suggesting that Weinhagen's pretzels are perfect for children. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Bro., a dry goods store located at 206 & 208 Sixth Street, below Howard Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young child holding a pink rose and a towel, and the text of the address is located above them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business located at 246 and 242 E. Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a man in a suit with different size options listed. The back of the card lists prices for various suits and a piece of cloth.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a sample of a shirt, with a piece missing, made of muslin. The card also lists the business address: 246, 248, 250, and 252 E. Madison St. The back of the card has a price list and size chart. The card is dated 1872. This trade card is one of two in the same record. The second card is a large, rectangular, vertical card and the card shown is the second card in the record, smaller, rectangular, horizontal card, with the name of the business on the top center.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf's Novelty Clothing House of New York. The front of the card features a basket of blue flowers. The back of the card provides the business's address: 1397 3rd Ave., between 79th and 80th Streets, New York City.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of H.L. Strasburger & Son, located at 306-308 Seventh Street, Washington D.C. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a striped apron, holding a letter. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. M. Strauss & Co., fruit dealers located at 116-117 Sheriff Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a large watermelon as its central image. The watermelon is depicted in full color, with a green rind and a red interior. The card also has a telephone number, 476, printed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hamberg & Co., a money loan office located at 1209 North 10th Street, Philadelphia. [Hamberg & Co., a money loan office was located at 1209 North 10th Street, two doors above Girard Avenue, in Philadelphia.] The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man courting a woman. She is seated and appears to be hiding behind a hand-held fan, while he is standing, reaching toward her with his right hand and gesturing with his left. [According to the National Security Money Loan Office, it was located at 1209 North 10th Street, two doors above Girard Avenue, in Philadelphia.] 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, featuring a Japanese motif on the front, advertises Harry Frank's Ticket Office, located at 523 Broadway, New York. [The card identifies Ben Wasserman as the manager]. The back of the card provides further information about the business.

This trade card advertises Harry Kayser, a hatter located at No. 10 Sputh Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an interesting illustration of two vegetable-like figures. A large cauliflower and a large bean with a face are standing on a giant foot with a shoe. A fly is hovering above them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Levy's London Cigar Store, located at 214 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The card features a simple layout with the store's name and address printed in bold lettering at the top. The text is framed by a decorative border. The front of the card is the only side of the card with text, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue, between 143rd and 144th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three young children playing on a brick ledge. They are dressed in colorful clothing, and the scene suggests a playful and carefree environment. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue, New York, between 143rd and 144th Street. The front of the card features a head and bust portrait of a beautiful child wearing a bonnet. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue between 143rd and 144th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three young children standing on a wall. The illustration is in black and white and is reminiscent of a Victorian-era illustration. The back of the card provides the business address.

This trade card advertises Hart, a shirt retailer located at 400 Kearny Street, San Francisco. The front of the card displays a simple illustration of three children standing in a center grouping. The text “The Shirt Man” appears above the children’s illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This label advertises Hart's Squared Linen Eagle Nonpareil Pharo Cards. The card features a large eagle in the center. This label likely was attached to a package of cards. Other items from Hart, a card maker, are also featured on the card.

This trade card advertises Hassler's Factory, an umbrella maker located at 224 North Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a sailboat docked next to the city skyline. The back of the card includes more information about the business, and its products.

This trade card advertises Hassler's, a business that sold umbrellas and parasols, located at 224 North 8th Street above Race Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man stealing a pig. The card is printed in red ink and features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hassler's, a dry-goods and umbrella store located at 224 North Eight Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose, a common motif found in advertising materials of the time. The back of the card contains further details about the business.

This trade card advertises Hatch & Cohn, a Creditors' Agency located at 320 & 322 Broadway, New York, New York. The card is a simple, straight design and states that the agency was “late of Law” and the “Collection Dept. of H.B. Claflin.” The card is printed on white card stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hecht & Morris, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 47th Street in New York City. The card features an illustration of lilies, a common motif in trade cards of the period. The image is in black and white. The card appears to be blank on the back.

This trade card advertises Hecht Bros. & Co., located at 683, 685, and 687 W. Baltimore Street. The front of the card depicts two girls, one with a red hat and one in a straw hat. The girl in the straw hat is pushing the other in a wagon. The back of the card provides full advertising information for the store, which sells gents' and ladies' garments.

This trade card advertises Hecht Bros. & Co., an installment house that sold furniture, carpets, stoves, and household goods. The business was located at 414 West Baltimore Street. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a bird perched on a branch, surrounded by autumn leaves. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a child sitting on a tree branch with a grasshopper. The illustration is in a cartoon style and has a whimsical feel. The background is a green field, adding to the serene nature of the image. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. This card is one of two in this record. The other card in the record is a single sheet and appears to be a more modern advertising piece, featuring a photo of a model wearing clothing advertised by the store.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a young boy sitting on a wall, looking off to the side. There is a red border around the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, listing the rules of doing business at Heiman Bros.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street, [Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?]. The front of the card shows a boy climbing a wall, holding a girl in his arms. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a small puppy. The girl is dressed in a brightly colored outfit, possibly representing a customer of the store. The illustration suggests the store caters to children and families. The back of the card features an advertisement and lists the store's rules of doing business.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl standing on a beach and looking out at the ocean. She holds a seashell in her hand. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store, including details about their business practices.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl and a boy ice skating. The back of the card has a full advertisement with rules regarding business dealings.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a tree branch, teasing birds in a nest. He wears a hat and is holding a stick. The boy is surrounded by tree leaves and branches. The background is a light yellow, with a red line separating the illustration from the text. The back of the card lists the store's rules.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street. The front of the card depicts a cherub perched on the back of an insect, against a background of red, sepia, and green. The back of the card contains a full advertisement outlining the business's rules.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., one price clothiers, located at 1026-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding a donkey. The donkey is on a grassy hill in the foreground, with a building in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Heiman Brothers, a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man dressed in a suit holding a hat and a cane. The text reads: 'I am the preacher that kissed the bride.' The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement and an image of an Indian Head Penny.

This trade card advertises Heiman Brothers, a clothing store located at 1026 to 1030 Market Street, San Francisco. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a bride. The card includes the text 'I am the bride.' The back of the card has a full advertisement and an illustration of an Indian Head Penny. The card is one of four cards in this series.

This trade card advertises Henry Bischoff & Co. and their product, Carolina Tolu Tonic, at their address of P.O. BOX 2676 DEPT. 93 WALL ST. The front of the card features two women, dressed in flowing garments, toasting with a bottle of tonic. A bowl of fruit is positioned between them. The back of the card contains more information about the product.

This trade card advertises Henry Cohen's, a business in Emlenton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a child playing at the seashore. The front of the card shows a child holding a bucket and shovel and looks out at the sea. The name of the town, Franklin, Pennsylvania is crossed out and “Newtown” is handwritten in, indicating the business may have moved. There is no address provided on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Gimpel & Co., manufacturers of trimmings. The front of the card lists the company's office at 395 Broadway and factory at 119 Walker Street, both in New York City. The card advertises a variety of trimmings: fringes, gimps, cords, tassels, chenilles, loops, etc. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Heilman, a ladies and misses cloak and suit dealer in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in a pink dress and a blue overdress, with a matching hat. She is standing with a pug dog. The scene appears to take place on a fall day, possibly in a park. There are trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Janowitz, a dealer in watches, jewelry, and spectacles in Burgettstown Station, Pennsylvania. The card is plain, with no decorative elements. It features the business name, 'Henry Janowitz,' and the designation 'Dealer in Watches, Jewelry, and Spectacles' in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Avenue in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a small puppy. She wears a long, white dress with a pink sash, and a matching pink hat. The puppy appears to be a brown and white terrier. The text on the card is in a simple script. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Avenue in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a large illustration of a pink rose, which is commonly associated with the clothing industry. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple illustration of two dogs playing. One dog is attached to a post. There is no text on the card other than the address and the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a child sitting in a fancy chair. The child is dressed in a striped dress with a red hat and is smoking. The child has a feather in her hat, a white collar, and white cuffs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a single red rose with green leaves, displayed in a wicker basket, against a background of light green. The front of the card has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry M. Flexner, a hatter and gent's furnisher located at 455 East Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features two boys riding broomsticks as horses. The boys appear to be racing and appear to be in a playful mood. One boy is dressed in a blue and white jacket and the other boy is dressed in a yellow and blue jacket. The text on the card advertises caps, hats, gent's furnishing, canes, and umbrellas. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Peritz, a clothier at 1721 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative illustration of a flower vase with white, pink, and yellow peonies. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry S. Spier, a clothing merchant located at 51 & 53 North Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed in black and white, and it features a simple design. The front of the card includes the business name and address, as well as a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Sachs, a dealer in boots and shoes located at 195 Gay Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a duck and a frog with a humorous expression. The back of the card contains additional advertising information about Henry Sachs's business.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 43 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The card features a young lady looking out at the ocean from a clifftop. The image is framed by a decorative border of gold, white, and pink design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier in Cohoes, New York, features a young woman in a blue dress leaning against a fence. The front of the card has a fancy gold, white, and blue border. The card is one of two that were together in this archive. There is no information on the back of the card.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York, features an illustration of red and yellow roses and cherries on leafy branches. The front of the card is primarily white with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a white lily with green leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Silberman, a clothing dealer in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a donkey peeking out of a barn door in a spring setting. Below the illustration, the phrase 'Home Sweet Home' is printed. The card is printed by 'Buford, Boston' and has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothing merchant located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with a donkey standing by a door. The card is brown and white and is one of two in a set. The back of the card is blank. The back of the card indicates that it was printed by Bufford in Boston.

This trade card advertises Henry W. Meyer, a clothier located at the southwest corner of 9th Street and Lafayette Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, holding roses. The boy wears a dark coat and trousers, and the girl wears a white dress and a dark bow. The children are situated in front of a flower-covered arbor. The back 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 Herman Kahn, a florist located at 47 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut bouquet of flowers. The card is shaped like a flower with the business information printed within the floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Armant's Perfumes, sold by Herman Loeb & Co. in New York. The front of the card features a red flower with a daisy inside and a sprig of flowers. The card has a white border. The back of the card is full of advertising text.

This trade card advertises Armant's Perfumes, sold by Herman Loeb & Co. in New York, New York. The front of the card features an elegant floral design with pink and yellow roses, and daisies on branches. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Herman Loeb & Co., purveyors of Armant's Perfumes. The front of the card features two birds in a nest on a sprig of flowers. This is a small card with a simple design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Herman Loeb & Co., a perfumery with locations in New York and Paris. The front of the card features a red flower with a daisy inside and a sprig of flowers, alluding to the fragrant scents offered by the company. The back of the card is blank.

This black trade card advertises Herman Loeb & Co., a perfumery with locations in New York City and Paris, France. The card features an illustration of two birds in a nest inside a dogwood tree, The card's text reads “EXQUISTE PERFUMES…HERMAN LOEB & CO…PARIS &; NYC;”. The front of the card contains the image and text, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Herman Ury's millinery and cloak business located at 27 West Main Street in Middletown, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a rotund soldier holding a staff and standing on a platform. Below the soldier are two bunnies. The text 'HEADQUARTERS FOR MILLLINERY, CLOAKES, ETC.' appears on the front of the card. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. The card is printed in shades of brown and black.

This trade card for Herman's, located at 232 Market Street, features an image of a young boy and girl standing next to a rabbit cage. The girl is wearing a dress and hat, while the boy is wearing a suit with a bow tie. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hershfield & Silverstone, a clothing store located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York. The front of the card depicts a shepherd with a flock of sheep. The background includes a landscape with a river. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The card has a blue border, with the company's name printed in the center of the card.

This trade card advertises the clothing business Hershfield & Silverstone, located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy holding an American flag, standing next to an American eagle. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Hess Bros. Dry Goods at 831-833 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a winter scene with birds perched on branches. The card is designed to stand upright. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The back is in color, with the same birds and winter scene, but a large red border surrounds the Hess Brothers Dry Goods Advertisement. The back is also surrounded by a blue border.

This is a die-cut trade card advertising Hess Bros., dry-goods merchants located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a man wearing a skullcap. He is leaning over and appears to be holding an advertisement or brochure. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hirschfelder & Co. advertises a clothing store located between Prince and Houston Streets in New York. The card features a black cat. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirschfelder & Co., a clothing merchant located in New York City. The front of the card features a drawing of a white cat with a red bow. The business address is printed on the card: Between Prince & Houston Streets, up stairs. The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises Hirsh & Brother, a clothing retailer located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a monkey and a goat boxing. The monkey is wearing red shorts and a blue hat, while the goat wears white shorts and a red collar. The background is a plain white color. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, including its address: N. Queen and Market Streets and Centre Square, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg & Samuels, clothiers located at 354 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children painting. One child is standing on a stool, while another sits on the floor. The image is framed by a red border. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., a Baltimore-based art supplies company located at 195 & 197 West Pratt Street. The front of the card features an image of a woman seated, painting a sculpture. Birds fly about, adding a touch of life to the scene. The illustration has a delicate, almost watercolor-like quality. [Hirshberg, Hollander & Co. was a prominent art supplier in Baltimore, catering to both professional artists and amateurs. The company carried a wide variety of art materials, including paints, brushes, canvases, and drawing supplies.]

This trade card advertises Hirshheimer Bros., a clothing store located at 6 & 8 North Market Street in Canton, Ohio. The card features a well-executed lithograph of a young child dressed in fine clothing, standing with hands on their hips. The child has a serious expression and appears to be wearing an elaborate hat. The child’s clothing features a decorative pattern. The card is bordered in black with red and gold accents. The verso is blank. [The Hirshheimer Bros. were active in Jewish affairs and were early founders of the Jewish community in Canton, Ohio.]

This trade card advertises Hoffman Bros., manufacturers of all kinds of cloth hats and caps. Located at 133 Mercer Street, near Prince Street, New York City, the card features a grey floral background. The front of the card is black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Horsfall & Rothschild, a business located at 93-99 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is die-cut in the shape of flowers and opens to reveal an invitation to their Spring Opening. [Rothschild was active in Jewish affairs. His partner of many years, Luke Horsfall, was a Christian.]

This trade card advertises Hugo Rosenberg, a millinery and dress goods store located at 140 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming image of a child's face in a small, Amish-style bonnet. The image is framed by a black border. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for a fall sale.

This trade card advertises Hugo Rosenstein, an artist's materials supplier located at 424 Sixth Avenue between 25th and 26th streets in New York City. The front of the card features a white background, with the business name and address printed in black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hyman & Co., clothiers, features a charming illustration of children dressed in various costumes. The card indicates that Hyman & Co. has offices in New York City at 452 Broadway. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hyman & Co., located at 155, 157, and 159 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an image of two young women wrapped in a blanket, likely representing a family scene of togetherness, warmth, and possibly the comfort found in the merchandise sold by Hyman & Co. The address is located at the bottom of the card, with the street and intersecting streets, Race and Elm, noted. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hyman & Co. features a winter scene of a church with snow-covered trees in the foreground. The text, printed in black against a white background, indicates the address for the business: 193 W. Fifth St., near Elm, Cincinnati. The back of the card is blank. The card appears to be black and white.

This trade card advertises Hyman Brothers, a clothing store in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue dress and bonnet. Her hat is decorated with red and yellow accents, and she wears gold gloves. The card is in good condition. The back of the card is blank. [The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.]

This trade card advertises Hyman, a furniture dealer located at 135 & 137 E. 5th St., Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features a winter scene with a decorative floral border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises I. Bacharach, a clothier in Rockford, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a boy in a uniform brushing a coat with a matching hat and a red vest. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business.

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. Bedichimer, a jeweler located at 616 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative arrangement of flowers. The background is a soft, muted color. The back of the card is blank.

This black trade card advertises I. Bedichimer, a jeweler located at 616 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is decorated with various society emblems and designs, including a stylized Masonic compass and square and a crescent moon, suggesting that Bedichimer specialized in jewelry for fraternal organizations or those who wished to display their affiliation with these groups. The card has a simple design and layout. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Bedichimer, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 616 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a young boy dressed as Uncle Sam. He is holding a watch and a small American flag. He is wearing a red, white, and blue suit with a star on his jacket. The background features a cityscape with buildings. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a small illustration of a child holding a bouquet of violets. The front of the card lists the business name, I. Cohen, located at 53 Stephenson Street in Oswego, New York. The back of the card includes an advertisement for W.J. Austen & Co., a retailer of Austen Cologne. [The trade card suggests a possible business relationship between I. Cohen, a clothier in Oswego, New York and W. J. Austen & Co., a cologne manufacturer in Freeport, Illinois.]

This trade card for I. Cohn, a clothier, depicts a group of children playing with a dog in a park setting. The card features a red border and includes the address 364 MANHATTAN AVE., NEW YORK. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Frank & Sons, tailors located at 52 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a drawing of a tailor measuring a customer. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the trade card depicts a well-dressed man standing, possibly in front of a building. The back of the card is blank. The card was printed in 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 small illustration of a house in a snowy landscape with sprigs of holly. 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. H. Brounstein's clothing store located at 28 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young boy dressed in a traditional Scottish outfit with a large two-penny stamp pinned to his coat. The background of the card appears to be a light wood or paper with a small border at the top and bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a bold, colorful illustration of a warrior woman. She is dressed in armor and holding a sword. The design is very eye-catching and likely intended to attract attention. The background is a vibrant, colorful design. The card is likely dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the clothing store I. H. Brounstein's, located at 13 & 15 N. Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a simple design of a hand holding a bouquet of flowers. The back is blank.

This round trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's, a clothing store located at 13 and 15 North Saline Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a bird perched on a branch, with a blue and green color scheme. The sun is rising in the background, adding a sense of optimism. The card's design is both elegant and evocative, reflecting the quality of the clothing offered by the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for I. Hamburger & Sons features an illustration of a boy and a girl playing outside a fence. The image is printed in a blue sepia tone. The front of the card showcases a border of the business's name, address, and products. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement for the business. The address is listed as 615 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C.

This trade card advertises I. Hamburger & Sons, a clothing retailer located at 615 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C., under the Metropolitan Bank. The front of the card features a Swiss boy playing music. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Kaplan, a dealer in all kinds of live poultry, located at 62 Algonquin Place, Springfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a lithographic illustration of chickens. The back of the card is blank. The card also includes Kaplan's telephone number, 3-5403.

This trade card advertises I. Kaufman's Orchestra, located at 1210 Columbia Avenue. The front of the card features the orchestra's name, the address, and the inscription 'KAUFMAN'S ORCHESTRA' in a prominent position, centered on the card. The back of the card is blank. There is another version of the card. This card has a yellow border and the text 'I. Kaufman's' and 'Orchestra' are set off from the main text of the card. There is a second version of the card in the collection. It has a red border and the text 'I. Kaufman's' and 'Orchestra' are set off from the main text of the card.

This trade card advertises I. M. Liberman, a store located at 102 Grape Street in Syracuse, New York, that sold dress and fancy goods, watches, jewelry, and silverware. The front of the card features a colorful image of a bird perched on a branch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. M. Liberman, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 103 Grape Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a blue bird in the center, surrounded by a stamped border. The back of the card is blank. The card features a blue bird in the center.

This trade card advertises I. Stein, a dry goods merchant located at 346 Woodland Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a stylized pallet shape with a bird perched on top. The card's design is simple, with a single color used for the image. 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. Weill, a general store in Lompoc, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls holding butterfly nets. They appear to be dressed in their finest clothing, with their hair elaborately styled and adorned with ribbons. The girls are situated in a garden-like setting, perhaps the store's own courtyard, and there are plants, flowers, and even a bird in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

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 I. Weinberg, a silk and dry goods retailer located at 149 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy riding in a horse-drawn wagon through a pastoral scene. The background includes lush greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises I. Witkowski, a business located in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card is printed in black and white, and lists the business's address as 161 Randolph Street, Room 20, and its telephone number as 'Main. 1020'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for I.H. Brounstein's clothing store in Syracuse, New York, features a hunter standing in a snowy scene, his back to the viewer. The card is printed in black and white with a red border. The store's address, 13 and 15 N. Salina Street, is printed prominently in the upper right corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I.S. Cohen, an agent for the Standard Sewing Machine Co., located at 145 Sixth Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing. They are holding a hoop and a stick, and appear to be jumping over a rope. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Isaac Benselum, a minister at the Lunatic Asylum and Civil Prison Hebrew Department. The front of the card contains a handwritten English greeting as well as a Hebrew greeting for the new year. This card was found in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is printed on thin paper and has a blue border.

This blue trade card advertises the business of Isaac Cohen, a loan broker. The front of the card displays a simple illustration of a dog in front of a small house. The address is listed as S.E. Corner Tenth and Parrish Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with a sign of three balls, a symbol often associated with pawn shops. The three balls represent the three golden balls on the coat of arms of the Medici family in Florence, Italy.

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 advertises Isaac M. Seltzer's drugstore located at the corner of Clark and 403 Hudson Street, New York. The front of the card features a cluster of grapes hanging from a branch, showcasing the variety of products that Seltzer sold. The card's back provides a full advertisement for a cholera remedy.

This trade card advertises Isaac Rothschild's clothing store. It features a large illustration of a fort on the front. 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 Isaac Rothschild, a leading clothier located at 103 & 104 W. Second St., Davenport, Iowa. The front of the card is a simple design with the company name, address, and the tagline “Leading Clothier” in bold lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Wolf, a “One Price Clothier” in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman picking flowers in a meadow. She is wearing a white dress with a blue sash and a straw hat. She is holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers. The background is a green meadow with trees in the distance. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains the advertisement.

This trade card advertises Isaacs & Co., a clothing merchant located at 264 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a girl on a sled. The back of the card contains the complete advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Isaacs', a clothing merchant located at 1726 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of a woman's hand holding roses. The back of the card provides additional business information.

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 Isidore Hirshberg's store, located at 333 N. Gay Street. The front of the card depicts a simple still life of a vase filled with flowers. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement with prices for various artist's supplies.

This trade card advertises Israel, a clothier located at 816 Arch Street, Philadelphia. [The business was located opposite an old stand.] The front of the card features an Art Deco style illustration of a woman wearing a long gown and holding a bow and arrow. She appears to be in a field, possibly aiming at a nearby target. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative, floral border. The back of the card is blank. This is the third card in a set of three.

This trade card advertises the business of Israel, a clothier located at 816 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an Art Deco-style illustration of a woman with an owl. The back of the card is blank. This is one of three cards from a set.

This trade card advertises the business of Israel, a clothing store located at 816 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman in an Art Deco style, holding a bouquet of lilacs. Her attire is reminiscent of the fashion trends of the time. The back of the card is blank. This card is part of a three-card set.

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. & A. Cohen, a millinery and dry goods store located in East Batavia, Illinois. The front of the card features a young girl in a red dress and a white hat posing with a basket of flowers in her arms. The card also promotes Down's Corset. [The Cohen brothers are associated with other Jewish retailers in the Chicago area. J. & A. Cohen are noted as having a store in Batavia, Illinois by 1888.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. A. Goldbeck, a furniture dealer located at 426 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a detailed illustration of a large, ornate singer sewing machine. The back of the card is fully dedicated to advertising the business and lists several types of furniture sold, including bedroom sets, parlor suites, and dining room furniture.

This trade card advertises the business of J. Bernstein, a clothier located at 317 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young woman holding flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This set of four trade cards advertises J. Blankenstein, a cigar manufacturer located at 30 Vesey Street, corner of Church Street, and 630 Eighth Avenue, near 41st Street in New York City. The cards feature an image of a couple sitting on a bench, lovingly gazing at each other, with a full moon and a ship on the ocean behind them. The couple is surrounded by a black circle. There is a full moon in all four cards, with the couple in various poses on a bench in each.

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. Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts two children playing at the seashore. One child is holding a basket, and the other is holding a doll. The children are standing on the beach with a wooden railing in the background. The image is simple and charming. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, suggesting a large Jewish family was associated with the business.

This trade card advertises J. C. Altman & Bro., a clothing store located in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a large, detailed illustration of a young woman wearing a hat. The woman's head and hat are almost the entire focus of the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed in black and white, advertises J. C. Altman's business located in Pikes Peak, Colorado. The front of the card lists the business's address: 707 Main Street. The back of the card is blank. The image depicts an aerial view of Pikes Peak, showcasing its iconic and majestic presence.

This is one of four trade cards belonging to J.C. Meussdorffer & Son, a hat shop located at 810 Market Street, San Francisco. The front of this card features a cherub riding on a turtle, a common motif associated with the hat industry. The cherub appears to be holding a small, circular object that could possibly represent a hat. The card's background is a light shade of beige, with a red and blue stripe running along the bottom. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Cohn, a clothier located at 419 & 421 Broadway in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a black-and-white caricature of a Black woman, known as a 'Mammy' figure, holding a baby while standing by a fence. The card has a brown border.

This trade card advertises the Paradise Store, owned by J. Cohn in Stockton, California. The front of the card depicts a family enjoying a day in a park. They are watching boats on a body of water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. D. Levy & Co., a clothing store located at 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street in Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card features a black and white image of a young boy, possibly a drummer boy, wearing a military-style uniform. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

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. D. Levy & Co., clothing merchants with three locations in Quincy, Illinois: 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street. The front of the card features a young girl holding a spade. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card for J. Dreyfus, a clothing merchant located at 475 Main Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, features a whimsical illustration of a girl who has fallen from a makeshift toy into the ocean. A boy precariously balances on a narrow ledge. The scene evokes a sense of childhood playfulness and adventure. The front of the card is the only side depicted.

This trade card advertises J. Dreyfus, a clothier located at 475 Main Street in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl in a white dress holding onto a tree branch, and a boy dressed in leaves kneeling in sand. The card is in a stylized Art Nouveau style. The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises J. Feld & Co., a merchant tailor located at 1152 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a beautiful scenic illustration of a team of oxen pulling a cart. The cart is loaded with goods, possibly textiles or clothing. The card is printed in a variety of colors, including green, brown, orange and blue. The back of the card is blank.

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 for J. Felsner, located at 459 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey, features an image of a large sprig of autumn leaves on the front. The back of the card displays an advertisement.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of J. Feuer, located at 240 & 242 West Fifth Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of three boys fishing, holding a single fish. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

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 advertises J. Friedmann, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at 371 Elm Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a Peter Pan collar and a stylish dress. The design incorporates intricate scrollwork, adding a touch of elegance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. M. Henderson & Co., a seller of boots and shoes. The front of the card features two children looking at a beetle on a pin. The back of the card is stamped with an ad for J. G. Schumann, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The card is part of a set of 5.

This is a trade card for J. G. Schumann, C. M. Henderson & Co., a boot and shoe company based in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The card features a child dressed in a uniform holding a card. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains an advertisement for J. G. Schumann, Santa Fe, New Mexico. This is part of a set of five trade cards.

This trade card is part of a set of five national cards advertising C. M. Henderson & Co., a boot and shoe company. The front of the card features an illustration of a child artist painting a fly. The child is in a small chair and wearing what appears to be a green dress. The child uses a brush to paint the fly on a wall. The child's face is turned to the right, and a large eye looks toward the viewer. The verso features an advertisement for J.G. Schumann, a business located in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The verso of the card is also stamped.

This trade card advertises J. Glick, a jeweler in Stockton, California. The front of the card features an image of a child surrounded by roses. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. J. Snellenburg, a merchant tailor and clothier located on Broadway in New Brighton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple, rectangular layout with the business name, address, and services printed in bold lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Kantrowitz & Co., the Bay State Clothing House located at 220 Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The card features a silhouette of a politician holding a hat in one hand and a cane in the other. The front of the card displays the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. L. Greenbaum, a photographer located at 217 South Third Street in Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features a photograph of a woman standing in front of a clock. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and highlights Greenbaum as the sole agent for the Rochester Photo Press advertising cards.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. [Isaacs was active in Jewish community affairs.] The front of the card depicts a cherub sitting on a lily pad. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in the Excelsior Building, St. Louis, Missouri. The card features an image of a figure, possibly a chareb, playing pipes. There is additional information about the business on the back of the card. The trade card is one of five. [Isaacs was known to be active in Jewish community affairs.]

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in the Excelsior Building in St. Louis, Missouri. [Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.] The card features a bust portrait of a young girl in a local costume. The front of the card contains the business information, and the back has a more detailed advertisement. This is one of a set of six cards.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in the Excelsior Building in St. Louis, Missouri. The card features a bust portrait of a young boy in a costume, likely a local traditional style. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business. [J. L. Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs].

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street, Excelsior Building, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a bust portrait of a girl in a local costume. [Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs]. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a decorator located at 1210 Olive Street in the Excelsior Building, St. Louis, Missouri. [Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.] The front of the card features a bust portrait of a young woman dressed in a local costume. Her hair is pulled back from her face. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a house furnishings store located at 1210 and 1212 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a young girl with a shovel, possibly digging in a garden or on a beach. [J. L. Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.]

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, an interior decorator located at 1210 and 1212 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a winter scene with a boy pulling a girl on a sled. The background includes snow-covered buildings and trees. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a list of services offered, such as paper hanging, art decorations, hardwood floors, windows, and screens. It also states that the business was established in 1858.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a wall paper and window shade dealer located at 1210 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys in a race, likely designed in an Art Deco style. The back of the card is blank. [J. L. Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.]

This trade card advertises J. L. Liberman, a jeweler located at 103 Grape Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a boy with a hammer standing on a pocket watch, and a small boy sitting on a pocket watch, also with a hammer. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Laventall's dry goods store, located at the corner of South Pearl Street and Hudson Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut yellow rose, adding a decorative touch to the design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Laventall, a dry goods store located on the corner of South Pearl Street and Hudson Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut pink rose. The back of the card is blank. The card has a blue border.

This trade card, die-cut in a violet color, advertises J. Laventall's dry goods store located at the corner of South Pearl Street and Hudson Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card showcases the store's name and address with no image. 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 dress goods store at 370 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two cats playing. The back of the card is blank.

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. Levy's Capitol Hat Store, located at 68 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a bust of a girl wearing a stylish, purple velvet hat. The hat has a wide brim and a large, elegant plume. Her hair is pulled back in a bun and she is wearing a decorative brooch at her collar. The background appears to be a pattern of floral vines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Lewkowitz's New York Auction House, located at 1314 Stockton Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a mother holding a baby. The back of the card contains the full advertisement, with a detailed description of the business and its services. The back of the card features a more detailed image of a woman in a dress holding a baby, with the word 'New York' visible in the background.

This trade card advertises the New York Auction House, owned by J. Lewkowitz and located at 1314 Stockton Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young woman in a red dress and a blue sash, holding a dog's head. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business, advertising embroideries, laces, boots, and shoes.

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.