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Subject: Brandy


Billhead - S. Rosenbaum & Son, Louisville, Kentucky, December 16, 1883 Billhead - S. Rosenbaum & Son, Louisville, Kentucky, December 16, 1883

Statement of account from S. Rosenbaum & Son, wholesale dealers in fine Kentucky whiskies, wines, and brandies. Located at 227 Sixth Street, between Main and Market, Louisville, Kentucky. The billhead is dated December 16, 1883 and includes a handwritten note about the account for Badger & Cunningham. There are columns on the billhead, likely for itemizing purchases and calculating the total cost. The billhead is printed in a simple, straightforward style.

Withdrawal Form for a Cask of Brandy, October 7, 1863 Withdrawal Form for a Cask of Brandy, October 7, 1863

A withdrawal form from a warehouse at the original port of importation for one cask of brandy. The form includes a column for "marks," and a handwritten Jewish star appears, possibly indicating kosher wine. The form features a motif of a sailing ship in port and is signed with the Jewish star as a mark. Date: October 7, 1863.

Withdrawal Form for Imported Brandy, 1863 Withdrawal Form for Imported Brandy, 1863

A withdrawal form from a warehouse at the original port of importation, dated October 23, 1863. The form details the withdrawal of three casks of brandy. A handwritten Jewish star appears in the "Marks" column, suggesting the possibility of kosher wine. The form also features a motif of a sailing ship in port. The form was likely used in the process of releasing imported goods from customs.