Subject: American Business

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.

Billhead of I. M. Singer, located at 458 Broadway, New York, New York, dated December 15, 1865. The billhead features a large vignette of a sewing machine and bears a revenue stamp. Isaac Merritt Singer (1811-1875) was an American inventor best known for his contributions to the development of the sewing machine. This billhead provides a glimpse into the business operations of Singer's company in the mid-19th century.

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.

A letter from Fechheimer & Workum, Importers and Distillers of Wines & Liquors, to the First National Bank of Cassopolis, Michigan, dated April 4, 1876. The letter concerns financial matters, specifically mentioning a payment due related to "Juniper & Selby." The document features a printed letterhead with ornate script for the company name and product, and a standard serif font for the address. The main body of the letter is handwritten on ruled lines. 3.

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 boxed set of four decks of 32 playing cards for the game of Bezique, manufactured by Samuel Hart & Co. around 1865. The set includes a contemporary case, rules booklet, and a paper label on the inside lid featuring two U.S. revenue stamps dated 1865. Two Saladee's Bezique Register cards with metal spinners for scorekeeping are also included. The box measures 6" x 4" x 1 1/2". The company operated out of New York (546 Broadway) and Philadelphia (416 S. 13th St.). The production of this set followed the formation of the New York Consolidated Card Company in December 1871, which involved Samuel Hart & Co. along with Lawrence and Cohen and others. Lawrence and Cohen were the successors to Lewis I. Cohen's card manufactory, established earlier.

Trade card advertising Ponds Lip Salve. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, located in OOS, Binder 1, Page 5. The card dates from circa 1885 and is associated with Isaac Corbin. The card is a physical object with geographic relevance to New York, based on its location in the collection.

Trade card advertising J. C. Osman's business, located at 59 Fulton Street. The card features the text "MORNING GLORIES" prominently displayed. The reverse side contains a full advertisement detailing the company's products: "POLES, WINDOW CORNICES, ROOM MOLDINGS, & ETC.". The card is estimated to be from circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Muhr H. Sons, manufacturers of crown-filled cases for gold watches. The card depicts an elf in a red costume sitting in a sandal, holding a balloon with a crown. A filled case is attached to the card. Circa 1885. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Binder 1, Page 7.

Trade card depicting 'Robin & A Green Bird' located at 515 Main Street. The card is part of Volume 25, Page 27 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The card dates from circa 1885 and relates to mercantile business. Geographic location is approximately 42.8876909996846, -78.8793740002499.