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Albert Cardoza Check Drawn on National Broadway Bank Albert Cardoza Check Drawn on National Broadway Bank

Check drawn on the National Broadway Bank, New York City, dated December 31, 1868, and endorsed by Albert Cardoza. The check was for judicial salaries. Albert Cardoza was the father of Supreme Court Justice Benjamin Cardozo and had connections to Tammany Hall.

An Act to Incorporate the Girard Bank, in the City of Philadelphia An Act to Incorporate the Girard Bank, in the City of Philadelphia

This pamphlet reprints "An Act to Incorporate the Girard Bank, in the City of Philadelphia," passed on April 3, 1832, and its supplementary act passed on March 19, 1836. It also includes an appendix referencing other relevant laws. This 1836 edition is a first printing and provides the legal framework for the Girard Bank's operations, outlining its structure, powers, and regulations. The pamphlet is significant for its role in documenting the legal history of banking in Philadelphia and the involvement of prominent figures like Hyman and Joseph Gratz.

Anglo-Californian Bank Check Anglo-Californian Bank Check

Check drawn on the Anglo-Californian Bank in San Francisco, California, dated October 17, 1890. The check was prepared by A.S.D. Mayer, teller. The Anglo-Californian Bank was founded in 1873 as a successor to the London firm of J & W Seligman and Co.

Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Stock Certificate Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Stock Certificate

Stock certificate for 17 shares of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company, dated May 27, 1836. This certificate shows J. I. Cohen Jr. & Brothers as stockholders; the firm was a reputable bank and fiscal agent for the Rothschilds. J. I. Cohen Jr. was on the Board of Directors for the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company.

Bank Draft from Otsego County Bank to Joseph Gratz Bank Draft from Otsego County Bank to Joseph Gratz

Bank draft issued by the Otsego County Bank in Otsego, New York, on October 2, 1839, payable to Joseph Gratz and endorsed by A. Scott. This financial record offers insight into the banking practices of the time and the financial transactions of Joseph Gratz.

Bank of North America Check Paid to Joseph B. Nones Bank of North America Check Paid to Joseph B. Nones

Check drawn on Girard Trust for the Bank of North America, dated January 21, 1848, and made out to I. B. Nones. The check was likely a dividend payment. Joseph B. Nones (1787-1887), a Jewish American, was a notable figure who served in the US Navy during the War of 1812 and the First Barbary War. Later in life, he became an importer in Philadelphia and also served as a commissioner for various states, signing legal documents in those capacities.

Bill of Exchange from Rothschild Bank, San Francisco Branch to Lopes Dubec & Co. Bill of Exchange from Rothschild Bank, San Francisco Branch to Lopes Dubec & Co.

Bill of exchange dated March 25, 1861, issued by the San Francisco branch of the Rothschild Bank to Lopes Dubec & Co. in Bordeaux. The note, printed lithographically with delicate decorations, promises payment of 1100 Francs to James L. Marbel. The note is signed by B. Davidson and endorsed by Marbel. The note includes 'N.M. de R' (Natan Meir de Rothschild) printed on the left.

Bill of Exchange from the San Francisco Branch of Rothschild Bank Bill of Exchange from the San Francisco Branch of Rothschild Bank

Bill of exchange issued January 19, 1858, by the San Francisco branch of the Rothschild Bank to Natan Meir Rothschild, payable to Franz Joerger for 2500 florins. The bill is signed by B. Davidson, agent for the Rothschilds. The document is printed lithographically with delicate decorations on colored paper and stamped to prevent forgery. The note shows evidence of being filled out by hand. It is in good condition with minor imperfections.

Billhead - A. C. Kaufman, Charleston, South Carolina, July 28, 1871 Billhead - A. C. Kaufman, Charleston, South Carolina, July 28, 1871

A business card or billhead for A. C. Kaufman, a banker and broker, located at No. 25 Broad Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The card is dated July 28, 1871. The business card states that Kaufman is a dealer in stocks, bonds, coupons, and collections. The card is simple, featuring a plain header with the business name and address.

Billhead - Leon & H. Blum, Galveston, Texas, February 28, 1870 Billhead - Leon & H. Blum, Galveston, Texas, February 28, 1870

Deposit slip from Leon & H. Blum, wholesale dealers in staple and fancy dry goods, hats, boots, and shoes, located at Bank Buildings, Strand, Galveston, Texas. Dated February 28, 1870. The bill lists deposits made to the business by M.P. Hart & Co., an associated business. The deposit slip is printed on heavy, off-white paper with the company's logo and address in black. Leon H. Blum is overprinted in red.

Billhead - The Bullion and Exchange Bank, Carson City, Nevada, May 11, 1889 Billhead - The Bullion and Exchange Bank, Carson City, Nevada, May 11, 1889

Invoice from the Bullion and Exchange Bank, located at the corner of Carson and Proctor Streets, Carson City, Nevada, for an insurance payment made to Mrs. M. Kan. The billhead includes the names of the bank's officers: Jacob Klein, President; Evan Williams, Vice President; and T. R. Hoper, Cashier. The invoice is dated May 11, 1889 and lists a payment of $31.50 for 'insurance policy #1753' with the notation 'Angle Nevada'. The bank's name is printed with ornate lettering and is framed by a decorative border. The date 'Aug 19 1889' and the notation 'Paid' are written in ink. The billhead also includes a line for 'Tribune Print'.

Billhead - The Bullion and Exchange Bank, Carson City, Nevada, Oct 1, 1892 Billhead - The Bullion and Exchange Bank, Carson City, Nevada, Oct 1, 1892

A passbook verification from The Bullion and Exchange Bank, located in Carson City, Nevada, dated October 1, 1892. The billhead lists the bank's capital and surplus amounts. The document was likely mailed to a customer, A. Cohn, and includes a handwritten note from Cohn confirming the balance of his account. The billhead features a simple, clear design, and contains the bank's official letterhead, including the names of key individuals. The billhead has a handwritten signature with a flourish, indicating the date and the customer's name.

Broadside: A. C. Kaufman, Banker and Broker, No. 25 Broad St. Broadside: A. C. Kaufman, Banker and Broker, No. 25 Broad St.

A trade card for A. C. Kaufman, Banker and Broker, located at No. 25 Broad Street. The broadside was found alongside a letter and a stock quote. The date is estimated as 1870. It is cross-referenced to item 12.698 in the Judaica catalog of the OYC (presumably, the organization from which the materials originated).

Carrolton Bank Check Carrolton Bank Check

Check from the Carrolton Bank, New Orleans, Louisiana. The check is printed with the bank's name and location. The date is partially visible as '183---', with the last digit illegible. The check also bears the imprint 'Printed and sold by B. Levy' at the bottom. Imagery on the check includes an angled beehive and an angel with a paintboard.

Check Drawn on Merchants National Bank, Helena, Montana, by Rothschild & Hadenfeldt Check Drawn on Merchants National Bank, Helena, Montana, by Rothschild & Hadenfeldt

Check drawn on the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana on April 3, 1889, made out to Rothschild & Hadenfeldt and signed by Aaron Hershfield. The check was stamped for deposit. The Hershfield brothers, Aaron and Lewis, were prominent bankers in Montana. Lewis Hershfield was a highly successful businessman in the American West, establishing a bank in Virginia City and later moving it to Helena.

Check from Aaron Burr to B. S. Judah, December 28, 1789 Check from Aaron Burr to B. S. Judah, December 28, 1789

Check dated December 28, 1789, drawn on the New York Bank by Aaron Burr and payable to B. S. Judah. The check bears Aaron Burr's full signature. This check is significant due to the involvement of both Aaron Burr, the third Vice President of the United States, and Benjamin S. Judah, a prominent New York merchant and member of Congregation Shearith Israel.

Check from L. H. Hershfield & Co. to Charity Check from L. H. Hershfield & Co. to Charity

Check for an unspecified amount issued by L. H. Hershfield & Co. on July 15, 1867, in Helena, Montana Territory. The check is payable to "Charity" and signed by L. H. Hershfield. L. H. Hershfield was a prominent Jewish businessman in the American West, known for establishing banks in Montana.

Check from N.M. Rothschild & Sons to I.D. Kohler and Sons Check from N.M. Rothschild & Sons to I.D. Kohler and Sons

Check drawn on the New York City branch of N.M. Rothschild & Sons, London, dated August 12, 1850, and made out to I.D. Kohler and Sons. The check is endorsed on the front and back. August Belmont, Sr., the American representative of the Rothschild family's banking house, is discussed in the donor's description.

Check from Pima County Bank to Zuong, Chung, Shing & Co. Check from Pima County Bank to Zuong, Chung, Shing & Co.

Check for $200.00 drawn on the Pima County Bank by B.M. Jacobs on April 6, 1881, payable to Zuong, Chung, Shing & Co., who held an account at the Pacific Bank in San Francisco. The check documents a financial transaction between Tucson, Arizona and San Francisco, California.

Check of August Belmont, Sr., 1844 Check of August Belmont, Sr., 1844

Check signed on both sides by August Belmont, Sr. (1813-1890), payable to Rothschild Brothers, Paris, with a New York City branch. The check is dated October 29, 1844. August Belmont, Sr., a prominent American financier, immigrated to New York City in 1837 and became the American representative of the Rothschild banking house. He established August Belmont & Company, successfully managing Rothschild interests in the U.S. The check reflects his connection to the Rothschilds and his financial activities in New York City.

Check Paid to Alice Knickerbocker from L. H. Hershfield & Bro., Helena, Montana Check Paid to Alice Knickerbocker from L. H. Hershfield & Bro., Helena, Montana

Check dated March 9, 1880, made out to Alice Knickerbocker and endorsed by her. The check was drawn on L. H. Hershfield & Bro., Bankers, in Helena, Montana. Lewis and Aaron Hershfield were prominent bankers in Montana, known for their success in Virginia City and Helena. Aaron Hershfield's later involvement in a legal case involving check fraud and a contentious divorce is also documented.

Checks Drawn on Cochise County Bank, Tombstone, Arizona, December 11, 1888 Checks Drawn on Cochise County Bank, Tombstone, Arizona, December 11, 1888

Two checks dated December 11, 1888. One check is drawn on the Cochise County Bank in Tombstone, Arizona, and made payable to Lynn Union Cooperative Shoe Co. The second check, also from the Cochise County Bank and written by A. E. Jacobs, is for $144.60 payable to the Lynn Union Cooperative Shoe Co., who held an account at the Chemical National Bank of New York.

Demand Note against David Lopez Demand Note against David Lopez

Demand note dated March 15, 1855, against David Lopez. The note includes a notation that a letter was left at Lopez's residence because he could not be reached personally. The reverse of the note shows what appears to be a satisfaction of debt by P. M. Cohen and Company dated January 11, 1856. The note relates to financial dealings involving David Lopez, P. M. Cohen, J. W. Brownfield, and the Bank of the State of South Carolina in Charleston, South Carolina.

Edward Goldschmidt Check Edward Goldschmidt Check

Printed check signed by Edward Goldschmidt. The check features "EDWARD GOLDSHMIDT, RECEIVER" on the side and "NATIONAL BANK OF NORTH AMERICA IN NEW YORK" across the front. Dated October 13, 1897.

Financial Records of Mordecai Myers and the Bank of Plattsburgh, 1817 Financial Records of Mordecai Myers and the Bank of Plattsburgh, 1817

Two financial documents related to Mordecai Myers' stock ownership in the Bank of Plattsburgh, New York. The first document is a stock certificate dated June 7, 1817, for 25 shares issued to Mordecai Myers. The second document is a receipt dated September 10, 1817, acknowledging a payment of $53.12 by Myers for the same 25 shares. The documents provide insights into early banking practices and the financial activities of a prominent Jewish American figure in New York during the early 19th century.

G. B. Lichtenberg Firm Check G. B. Lichtenberg Firm Check

Check issued by G. B. Lichtenberg firm, located at 64, 66 & 66 Congress Street East, New York, New York, dated January 4, 1871. The check includes a revenue stamp.

Invitation to the Buyers Exchange Dinner, San Francisco, February 8, 1882 Invitation to the Buyers Exchange Dinner, San Francisco, February 8, 1882

Lithographed invitation to a dinner of the Buyers Exchange, a group of banks involved in the export of California goods, held at the Maison Doree in San Francisco on February 8, 1882. The invitation features a cartoon depicting canning company owners and alludes to a disagreement about the price of peaches that year. Printed by M. Schmidt Co., San Francisco.

L. H. Hershfield & Bros. Check L. H. Hershfield & Bros. Check

Check drawn on Northrup & Chick, bankers, payable to G. W. Pritchett for an unspecified amount. The check is signed by L. H. Hershfield & Bros. and bears a revenue stamp. Dated January 18, 1869. The Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana, was originally established as L.H. Hershfield and Co. in Virginia City, Montana Territory, and for many years operated as L.H. Hershfield and Bro. It went into receivership in 1897.

L. H. Hershfield & Co. Bank Check, Helena, Montana, June 6, 1867 L. H. Hershfield & Co. Bank Check, Helena, Montana, June 6, 1867

Check drawn on L. H. Hershfield & Co., Bankers, in Helena, Montana, dated June 6, 1867. The check is made out to 'Self' for $2,102.00 and payable in gold dust at a discounted rate. The check is signed by H. Rosenthal (possibly the H. Rosenthal from Nevada) and includes a notation on the verso specifying payment terms in gold dust.

L. H. Hershfield & Co. Check L. H. Hershfield & Co. Check

Incomplete check from L. H. Hershfield & Co., Helena, Montana, dated 1865. The Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana, was originally established as L.H. Hershfield and Co. in Virginia City, Montana Territory, and operated for many years as L.H. Hershfield and Bro. It went into receivership in 1897.

L. H. Hershfield & Co. Sight Draft Check L. H. Hershfield & Co. Sight Draft Check

Sight draft check issued by L. H. Hershfield & Co. on June 25, 1867, payable to George Clark. The check lacks a bank name. L. H. Hershfield & Co. was a prominent banking firm in Helena, Montana, originally established as L. H. Hershfield and Co. in Virginia City, Montana Territory. It later operated as L. H. Hershfield and Bro. before entering receivership in 1897. The firm was founded by Lewis Hershfield, a successful Jewish businessman in the American West.

L. H. Hershfield & Co. Sight Draft Check L. H. Hershfield & Co. Sight Draft Check

Sight draft check issued by L. H. Hershfield & Co. on July 8, 1867, payable to Maria Allen. The check does not name the bank on which it is drawn. L. H. Hershfield & Co. operated as a bank in Virginia City and later Helena, Montana. The firm was later known as the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana, before going into receivership in 1897.

L. M. Jacobs & Co. Bank Check L. M. Jacobs & Co. Bank Check

Check drawn on L. M. Jacobs & Co., one of the first Arizona Jewish bankers, dated August 1, 1878, and endorsed by C. L. Metzger on September 1, 1878. The check was issued in Tucson, Arizona.

Letter - Greenebaum Bros. & Co., New York, December 9, 1874 Letter - Greenebaum Bros. & Co., New York, December 9, 1874

Letter from Greenebaum Bros. & Co., Bankers, located at No. 1 Nassau Street, New York. Dated December 9, 1874. The letter is addressed to R. D. Gribble of Jefferson, Texas. The letter states that Greenebaum Bros. & Co. has enclosed a corrected list of European correspondents for Gribble's guidance. The letter also states that drafts on Germany are henceforth to be issued in Reichsmarks, which please note. Thalers and Florins cease to be legal currency with the end of the current year. The letter concludes by requesting Gribble to return the old list of instructions.

Letter from Aaron Moise to J.H. Cook regarding Charleston Courier subscriptions, 1828 October 6 Letter from Aaron Moise to J.H. Cook regarding Charleston Courier subscriptions, 1828 October 6

A single-page letter written and signed by Aaron Moise on October 6, 1828, from the Courier Office in Charleston, South Carolina. The letter is addressed to Major J.H. Cook, U.S. Army, in Washington, D.C., confirming the discontinuation of Charleston Courier subscriptions for officers of the 6th U.S. Infantry Regiment in St. Louis, Missouri, upon expiration of their 18-month subscription. The letter was written by Moise on behalf of A.S. Willington, editor and co-founder of the Charleston Courier.

Letter from August Belmont, Jr. to Mr. Thayer, November 27, 1885 Letter from August Belmont, Jr. to Mr. Thayer, November 27, 1885

This archival item consists of a letter and envelope dated November 27, 1885, from August Belmont, Jr. to Mr. Thayer. The letter was sent from Belmont, New York. The letter is part of a larger collection documenting the life and career of August Belmont Sr., a prominent American financier born in Alzey, Prussia in 1813 to a Jewish family. Belmont Sr. immigrated to New York City in 1837, becoming a representative of the Rothschild banking house. He established August Belmont & Company, played a significant role in American finance, and actively supported the Union cause during the Civil War. This letter from his son, August Belmont Jr., offers insight into the family's continued involvement in finance and business in the late 19th century.

Letter from David I. Cohen to Elie Beatty Regarding Bank Notes, February 28, 1842 Letter from David I. Cohen to Elie Beatty Regarding Bank Notes, February 28, 1842

A letter dated February 28, 1842, from David I. Cohen to Elie Beatty, cashier of the Hagerstown Bank in Hagerstown, Maryland. The letter discusses an exchange of bank notes, with Cohen acknowledging receipt of $100 in Williamsport and Westminster Bank bills in exchange for bills on the Hagerstown Bank. This is the only correspondence in the collection by David I. Cohen, who was the brother of Jacob I. Cohen Jr. and died at age 47.

Letter from George Newbold to Rothschild Frères Requesting Loans, 1839 September 30 Letter from George Newbold to Rothschild Frères Requesting Loans, 1839 September 30

A three-page stampless letter written by George Newbold, President of the Bank of America, to Rothschild Frères in Paris on September 30, 1839. Newbold requests additional loans to help the Bank of America recover from the Panic of 1837. The letter details the bank's financial situation and proposes using Treasury Notes as collateral. The letter was carried by the packet ship Charles Carroll.

Letter from H. Burts to Harmon Hendricks Regarding United States Bank Stock, July 12, 1825 Letter from H. Burts to Harmon Hendricks Regarding United States Bank Stock, July 12, 1825

A one-page stampless letter, measuring approximately 7-5/8" x 9-1/2", dated July 12, 1825, from H. Burts, Cashier of the Hartford Bank, to Harmon Hendricks in New York City. The letter discusses the enclosure of 100 shares of United States Bank stock as payment on a note and includes a list of U.S. Bank stock holders held at the Hartford Bank, notably including Aaron L. Gomez and Seixas Nathan. The letter also mentions Henry L. Ellsworth.

Letter from Knauth, Nachod & Kuhne, New York and Leipzig, January 12, 1881 Letter from Knauth, Nachod & Kuhne, New York and Leipzig, January 12, 1881

Letter dated January 12, 1881, on letterhead from the international banking firm Knauth, Nachod & Kuhne, with offices in New York and Leipzig. The letter measures approximately 8 x 11 inches. Knauth, Nachod & Kuhne was a notable firm composed of both Jewish and Christian bankers operating in Germany and the USA. This letter is part of a larger collection that includes biographical details on Jacob Nachod, a key figure in the firm.

Letter from Nicholas Biddle to Thomas Wilson, New Orleans, July 29, 1826 Letter from Nicholas Biddle to Thomas Wilson, New Orleans, July 29, 1826

A one-page letter written by Nicholas Biddle from Frankford, Pennsylvania, to Thomas Wilson in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 29, 1826. The letter discusses the protested notes of S. Gratz & Brothers and Samuel Hays, informing Wilson of their failure. The letter measures 8" x 12" and includes an integral address leaf. Expected folds and toning are present, along with a V-notch in the address leaf that does not affect the text. The letter is in very good condition.

Letter from Samuel Cohn to Eagle & Phenix Savings Bank, January 22, 1886 Letter from Samuel Cohn to Eagle & Phenix Savings Bank, January 22, 1886

A one-page business letter dated January 22, 1886, from Samuel Cohn, Director of the Mechanics and Traders Bank of New York City (153 Bowery St.), to the Eagle & Phenix Savings Bank in Columbus, Georgia. Cohn transmits financial information and proposes a correspondent banking relationship between the two institutions. The letter is written on the letterhead of Samuel Cohn & Bro., 281 Grand Street, "East Side Agency for E.C. Burt Shoes."

Letter from the Anglo-Californian Bank, Ltd. to Bullion & Exchange Bank, March 3, 1888 Letter from the Anglo-Californian Bank, Ltd. to Bullion & Exchange Bank, March 3, 1888

A letter dated March 3, 1888, from the Anglo-Californian Bank, Ltd. in San Francisco, California, to the Bullion & Exchange Bank in Carson City, Nevada. The letter explains the workings of the spot silver market and the reasons behind their lower silver price. Philip Lilienthal, founder of the Anglo-Californian Bank in 1873 (successor to J & W Seligman and Co. of London), is mentioned in the context of the letter.

Lopez & Dexter Promissory Note Lopez & Dexter Promissory Note

Promissory note for $700, issued by Lopez & Dexter on February 1, 1811, payable to Thomas Dennis in 60 days. The note references the Newport Bank and is inscribed 'Son of Abraham'.

Merchants National Bank Check, Helena, Montana, March 12, 1883 Merchants National Bank Check, Helena, Montana, March 12, 1883

A check for $7.00 drawn on the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana, on March 12, 1883. The check was written by William M. McCormick to Kountze Brothers. Aaron Hershfield is listed as the cashier. This check is part of a larger collection documenting the history of the Merchants National Bank, originally founded by Lewis H. Hershfield.

National Gazette and Literary Register: April 4, 1826 National Gazette and Literary Register: April 4, 1826

Issue of the National Gazette and Literary Register, a Philadelphia newspaper, published on April 4, 1826. This issue contains a report on the failure of Goldschmidt's Bank and the subsequent financial panic of February 15, 1826. Rothschild's appointment as one of the trustees is also mentioned.

Proceedings and Memorial Adopted at a Meeting in Norfolk, Virginia, May 16, 1834: Restoration of Deposits in Banks Proceedings and Memorial Adopted at a Meeting in Norfolk, Virginia, May 16, 1834: Restoration of Deposits in Banks

This document records the proceedings and a memorial adopted at a meeting held in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16, 1834, concerning the restoration of deposits in banks. The memorial was likely addressed to the United States Congress, advocating for a specific policy regarding bank deposits. John B. Levy served as chairman of the meeting. The document includes biographical information about John B. Levy, noting his birth in Virginia, his later moves to Louisiana and Texas, and his death in Texas in 1877 at approximately age eighty-nine. Information is also provided on his wife, Emeline Butt Levy.

Promissory Note from the Trenton Banking Company to Levy & Todd Promissory Note from the Trenton Banking Company to Levy & Todd

Promissory note dated April 20, 1838, payable to Levy & Todd at the Trenton Banking Company. The note, issued in Allentown, New Jersey, promises payment of two hundred dollars two months after the date of issue. The document is headed 'UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' and features an American Bald Eagle and shield; an embossed seal is present on the bottom left. The note is signed by Levy and Todd, A. Beach, Esq., and a notary of Otsego County. S. Levy & Todd are referenced in a 1797 Pennsylvania lawsuit.

Receipt for Gold Deposit: Donnell Lawson & Co., New York, November 7, 1874 Receipt for Gold Deposit: Donnell Lawson & Co., New York, November 7, 1874

Memorandum receipt for a gold deposit at the U.S. Assay Office in New York City on November 7, 1874, by L. H. Hershfield of Helena, Montana. The receipt details the deposit of four gold bars weighing 578.10 oz, 70.85 oz, 48.86 oz, and 82.94 oz, along with $2.32 in gold coin and $111.83 in silver coin. The document provides a breakdown of the gold, silver, and non-value assay of the bars. The receipt is from Donnell Lawson & Co.

Sando Bros. Check Drawn on Merchants National Bank, Helena, Montana Sando Bros. Check Drawn on Merchants National Bank, Helena, Montana

Check drawn on the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana on May 1, 1883, payable to Sando Bros. The check is signed by Aaron Hershfield, cashier. The Hershfield brothers, Aaron and Lewis, were prominent bankers in Montana. Lewis Hershfield was a particularly successful businessman in the American West, establishing a bank in Virginia City, Montana before moving it to Helena.

Stampless Letter: J. L. & S. Joseph & Co. to N. M. Rothschild, 1830s Stampless Letter: J. L. & S. Joseph & Co. to N. M. Rothschild, 1830s

A circa 1830s stampless letter from New York bankers J. L. & S. Joseph & Co. to N. M. Rothschild in London. The letter, which includes a printed flap denoting bonds and bank stocks with handwritten prices, was sent from New York and charged 2/8d postage 'per Thames'. It features a clear Portsmouth/Ship Letter postmark. The contents page has been removed.

Telegraph Correspondence of L.M. Jacobs & Co., Yuma, Arizona, 1878 Telegraph Correspondence of L.M. Jacobs & Co., Yuma, Arizona, 1878

Collection of eight telegrams sent between April and September 1878, primarily from David Neahr in Yuma, Arizona, to L.M. Jacobs & Co. in Tucson, Arizona. The telegrams, imprinted with the War Department, Signal Service U.S.A. (Form No. 1), detail business transactions involving money transfers, shipping of goods, and delivery information related to the firm's mercantile and banking operations.

Telegraph Messages from L.M. Jacobs & Co., Yuma and Tucson, Arizona, 1878 Telegraph Messages from L.M. Jacobs & Co., Yuma and Tucson, Arizona, 1878

Collection of eight telegraph messages sent between April and September 1878, primarily from David Neahr in Yuma to L.M. Jacobs & Co. in Tucson, Arizona. The messages, sent via the War Department Signal Service, concern financial transactions, shipping of goods, and delivery details related to the Jacobs Company's mercantile and banking business. The messages are imprinted with the War Department, Signal Service U.S.A. - United States Telegraph (Form No. 1).

The New Hampshire Journal, May 5, 1828 The New Hampshire Journal, May 5, 1828

Newspaper issue of The New Hampshire Journal, published in Concord on May 5, 1828. The front page features a column titled "Rothschild, the Banker," which includes a brief biography of Mayer Amschel Rothschild, noting his Jewish heritage and humble origins. Page 2 contains a political advertisement endorsing John Quincy Adams for President, along with international news and other items of interest. The newspaper comprises approximately 16 pages.

The Style of Warfare as Carried On by the California Bank Ring The Style of Warfare as Carried On by the California Bank Ring

This pamphlet, published around 1874, is a scathing attack on the "California Bank Ring" for its efforts to obstruct Adolph Sutro's authorized tunnel project. It highlights the conflict between the Bank of California's influence and Congressional authorization, questioning which entity ultimately controlled power in the United States. The pamphlet's strong language underscores the intensity of the conflict surrounding Sutro's endeavors.

The Style of Warfare as Carried On By The California Bank Ring: Outrageous Attacks on The Honor and Integrity of Mr. Sutro. What Money Will Do! The Style of Warfare as Carried On By The California Bank Ring: Outrageous Attacks on The Honor and Integrity of Mr. Sutro. What Money Will Do!

This pamphlet, published circa 1869, is Adolph Sutro's response to a smear campaign launched by the Bank of California against him and his Sutro Tunnel project. The Bank of California, fearing the tunnel would impact its profits, allegedly initiated attacks on Sutro's reputation. This pamphlet serves as Sutro's defense, detailing the accusations and presenting his rebuttal. It offers insight into a California banking scandal and the business conflicts of the era.

Trade Card: Eric M. Warburg Trade Card: Eric M. Warburg

Trade card for Eric M. Warburg. Undated. The card features a simple design, likely from the early 20th century, judging by the style of typography and printing. The card shows the name "Eric M. Warburg." The exact nature of Warburg's business is not specified on the card.