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Business Card and Cornerstone Report: Clarence A. Hart and Mickve Israel Congregation Business Card and Cornerstone Report: Clarence A. Hart and Mickve Israel Congregation

This archival item consists of two parts: a business card for Clarence A. Hart, advertising military equipment at 133 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and a report detailing the articles placed in the cornerstone of the new Mickve Israel Synagogue. The report, circa 1885, lists items such as newspapers, coins, and tokens dated 1859, among them a California gold quarter-dollar deposited by nine-year-old Clarence A. Hart.

Business Card for M. Neuburger & Co., Importers of Small Wares Business Card for M. Neuburger & Co., Importers of Small Wares

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: Davis & Ruben Home Furnishers Business Card: Davis & Ruben Home Furnishers

Business card for Davis & Ruben Home Furnishers located at 313.321 Hennepin Avenue. The date is unknown, but based on the style, it is likely from the early 20th century. The card is part of the collection M, found in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 4.

Business Card: Lenneberg & Meyer, Clothing Manufacturers, New York, NY Business Card: Lenneberg & Meyer, Clothing Manufacturers, New York, NY

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.

Ganz Billiard Room Business Cards Ganz Billiard Room Business Cards

Two business cards for the Ganz Billiard Room. The front card shows the address "16th & Wash." and the back card shows the address "5C Check..Trade". The cards date from circa 1890, based on the donor's information.

Newburger & Levy: Cotton Buyers Business Card Newburger & Levy: Cotton Buyers Business Card

Business card for Newburger & Levy, cotton buyers. The card indicates the business number as 24974. The date is estimated as January 1, 1915, based on the donor's information. Geographic location is indicated as 32.3481439999347, -90.8824560003405, which needs further investigation to determine the precise city and state.

Trade Card for C. H. Harsch's, Cigars and Tobacco Trade Card for C. H. Harsch's, Cigars and Tobacco

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.

Trade Card for Egloff & Blumer, Cleaners and Polishers Trade Card for Egloff & Blumer, Cleaners and Polishers

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.

Trade Card for J. Marks, Branch Clothing Store Trade Card for J. Marks, Branch Clothing Store

This trade card advertises J. Marks, a clothing store located at 176 El Dorado Street in Stockton, California. The card features a white lily on the front. The card is designed to be a business card, with space provided to write a name or message. The back of the card is blank. [R. B. Mallet worked as a salesman at the store.]

Trade Card for J. N. DeHart, M.D. Trade Card for J. N. DeHart, M.D.

This trade card advertises the practice of J. N. DeHart, M.D. located at 1121 Broad Street, corner of Parkhurst, Newark, New Jersey. The card indicates office hours are from 8 AM to 10 AM, 1 PM to 3 PM, and 7 PM to 9 PM. The card is white with black text. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for L. Steinfeld, Merchant Tailor Trade Card for L. Steinfeld, Merchant Tailor

This trade card advertises the business of L. Steinfeld located at 184 Main and Sixth Streets, Zanesville, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a town hall. The text indicates that the business sells men's and youths' furnishing goods. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for S. & I. Amdur & Goodman, Clothing Manufacturers Trade Card for S. & I. Amdur & Goodman, Clothing Manufacturers

This trade card advertises S. & I. Amdur & Goodman, clothing manufacturers located at 16 Waverly Place in New York. The card features the company name in bold lettering, followed by their address and phone number (Spring 1829). The front of the card is divided into two sections by a vertical line. The left section shows the business information, while the right section features a design element, although it is too blurry to make out. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Wachter Bros., Clothing Merchants Trade Card for Wachter Bros., Clothing Merchants

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., clothing merchants located at 193 & 109 Summit Street, near Adams, Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy in a high shoe teaching two young girls how to dance. The card is a National Card of Edwin C. Burt. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Wolfsheim & Sachs Inc. Trade Card for Wolfsheim & Sachs Inc.

This trade card advertises Wolfsheim & Sachs Inc., a business located at 35 Maiden Lane in New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple design with the company name, address, and establishment date of 1888. The card does not have a visual illustration, but is framed with a dark border. The back of the card is blank.

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.

Trade Card: F. Loewenstein, Clothing Manufacturer, New Haven, Connecticut Trade Card: F. Loewenstein, Clothing Manufacturer, New Haven, Connecticut

This unusual trade card, predominantly in blue and red, advertises F. Loewenstein's clothing business. The front of the card displays the business's address: Basement 83 George St., and its establishment date: Est. 1860. The card's design is described as unusual, likely due to its color scheme and possibly layout. The back of the card is not visible in the provided image. The provided images show a front and back image of the card.

Trade Card: Hirsh & Bro., Clothiers, Lancaster, Pennsylvania Trade Card: Hirsh & Bro., Clothiers, Lancaster, Pennsylvania

This trade card advertises Hirsh & Bro., clothiers in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) features primarily text, announcing the business name and likely their line of clothing. The design is simple, likely relying on typography rather than an illustration. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's design and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin, consistent with the circa 1885 date.