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Billhead - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, California, July 11, 1874Billhead - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, California, July 11, 1874

Invoice from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, ketchups, sauces, and canned goods of every description, located in San Francisco. The bill was sold to A. W. Holter and Bro., in Helena, Montana. Dated July 11, 1874. The invoice lists a variety of items such as 'Grape. Pick.', 'Pea. Soup', 'Lemon. Syrup', and 'Tomatoes'. Each item has an associated quantity and price. The billhead displays the company's name with ornate, Victorian-style lettering, and it includes decorative borders and a framed header section.

Billhead - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, California, July 27, 1877Billhead - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, California, July 27, 1877

Invoice from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, ketchups, sauces, and canned goods, located in San Francisco. Dated July 27, 1877. The bill lists items sold to N.S. Trowbridge & Co. in Tybo, Nevada. The invoice includes a detailed itemized list of the transaction, quantities, prices, and a total amount due of $334.17. It also includes the business's address at 314 Washington Street, the note 'Removed to' and 'Manufacturing Establishment' along with the address of 619, 621, and 623 Front St. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead - Ehrman & Wormser, San Francisco, CA, September 30, 1888Billhead - Ehrman & Wormser, San Francisco, CA, September 30, 1888

This billhead from Ehrman & Wormser, Commission Merchants and Dealers in California Canned & Dried Fruits, Raisins, Honey, Nuts, Beans, Hops, etc., dated September 30, 1888, records a transaction with Mess. Wadhams & Elliott. The transaction details include 100% Prunes at 24 lbs for a total of $165.00, and additional goods amounting to $170. The document features an ornate lithograph company logo depicting a crowned king with "TRADE MARK" beneath it, a prominent banner stating "COMMISSION MERCHANTS," and decorative Victorian-style lettering for the business name. 3.

Billhead - P. D. Code & Co., San Francisco, California, May 5, 1873Billhead - P. D. Code & Co., San Francisco, California, May 5, 1873

Invoice from P. D. Code & Co., manufacturers of Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves, Ketchups, Sauces, and Canned Goods of Every Description, located at 616 & 618 Front Street, San Francisco. Dated May 5, 1873. The bill lists items purchased by C. J. King, likely for a restaurant or grocery store, and includes itemized lists, prices, and total amount due. The billhead features a framed header section with an elegant and ornate script for the business name, along with the details of business operations: Manufacturing at 621 & 623 Front Street and Packing at 117, 119 & 121 Clark Street. There is also a handwritten notation of “Elfelt” below the printed “Code” business name.

Letter - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, April 5, 1879Letter - Code, Elfelt & Co., San Francisco, April 5, 1879

A letter from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jellies, jams, preserves, pickles, ketchups, sauces, and canned fruits and vegetables, located at 344 Washington Street, San Francisco. Dated April 5, 1879, the letter is addressed to S. R. Buford & Co. in Virginia City, Montana. It acknowledges an order from S. R. Buford & Co., states that an invoice is enclosed, and informs the recipient of a promising large and choice crop of fruits that will enable them to offer a full assortment of products. The letter features a printed letterhead with the company name, product list, and address, written in an ornate Victorian-style font, and the body of the letter is handwritten in a cursive script. 3.

Trade Card for Rosenstein Brothers, Agents for Royal Brand Fish DelicaciesTrade Card for Rosenstein Brothers, Agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies. The card features a vibrant picnic scene with families enjoying various fish products. The scene includes a picnic basket, children playing, and a couple sharing a meal. There is a large tree in the background with a view of a lake. The front of the card features an illustrated image of a family picnicking. The back of the card is a full advertisement listing all the various types of Royal Brand fish delicacies.

Trade Card for Rosenstein Brothers, General Agents for Royal Brand Fish DelicaciesTrade Card for Rosenstein Brothers, General Agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, General Agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, in New York City. The front of the card depicts a family enjoying a picnic with cans of sardines. The card appears to be printed in colors, with the family figures and the cans of sardines highlighted in red. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the company.