Subject: Baskets

This billhead, dated November 8, 1877, details a transaction between M. S. Kahn, successor to Kahn & Goldsmith, Importers of Baskets, and Mess. Oliver & Norton. The itemized list includes various baskets, willow ware, papier mache goods, Japanese and colored willow furniture. The total amount due is $54.70. The billhead features a decorative vignette of a willow ware folding stand and ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name, prominently displaying "M. S. Kahn, SUCCESSOR TO KAHN & GOLDSMITH, IMPORTERS OF Baskets and German Baskets, Willow Ware & Papier Mache Goods, JAPAN and COLORED WILLOW FURNITURE, &c, &c." 3.

Billhead for Schoenfeld, Cohen & Co., importers and manufacturers of French & German fancy baskets, willow and wooden ware, toys, and fancy goods, located at 119 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated November 29, 1875. The billhead is printed in black ink on white paper. The business name and address appear on the upper right side of the billhead, as does the date. The business's inventory is listed in the center, below the business's address and name. The left side of the billhead features an illustration of wicker furniture in black ink.

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.