Subject: Children

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a young boy in a light-colored uniform, possibly a Confederate prisoner of war, housed in an orphanage. The verso is inscribed in pencil: “A Levy Cleveland Orphans home / war.” The photograph is undated but is likely from the 1860s.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of a young girl, taken by Bachrach & Bro. in Baltimore, Maryland. The photograph is undated, but based on the style, it is likely from the late 19th century.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) portrait photograph of Yetta Moore. The verso of the photograph displays an advertisement for Aschhoff & Fricke, located at 50 Bowery, New York City. The photograph is dated circa 1875.

A hand-tinted carte-de-visite photograph, likely taken between 1865 and 1870, by photographer E. A. Kusel in Oroville, California. The photograph depicts two young, unknown children standing side-by-side, with the boy on the left wearing a suit and the girl on the right in a pink dress and floral headpiece. The image exhibits a characteristic studio backdrop and lighting of the mid-19th century. The reverse side of the card features the photographer's imprint, "E. A. KUSEL, MONTGOMERY STREET, Oroville," centered in ornate typography. The hand-tinting provides color to the children's clothing and facial features, a common decorative practice for studio portraits of the era.

This carte-de-visite features a studio portrait of two young boys, possibly twins, holding hands. They are dressed in dark, possibly military-style, outfits with decorative buttons and belts, and wear boots. The photograph was taken by I. G. Levy at the Eureka Photograph Gallery in San Francisco, California, circa 1870s. The reverse side of the carte-de-visite features the photographer's imprint with ornate Victorian-style lettering for "Eureka Photograph Gallery" and "I. G. Levy", along with the

This album page features four individual carte-de-visite photographs of members of the Levy family. The top left photograph shows Mary E. Levy. The top right image depicts Charles S. Levy and Juliana M. Levy as young children. The bottom left photograph is of Juliana M. Levy at approximately 12 years of age, and the bottom right features Charles S. Levy at approximately 10 years of age. The page is designed with ornate decorative frames around each oval portrait, including intricate borders and central ornamental elements, typical of mid-19th century photographic album presentation. The photographs are part of a collection pertaining to a New York City family.

A carte-de-visite portrait depicting Norval P. Harvey, age 3, photographed on July 29, 1866, by Louis Heller in Yreka, California. The image shows the young child standing on a cushioned stool, posed within a studio setting featuring a draped curtain background with tassels. The reverse side of the card identifies the photographer as Louis Heller of Yreka, California, and includes a handwritten inscription "Norval P. Harvey 3 years 29th July 1866."

Die-cut greeting card depicting a boy and girl among violets. The back is written in Yiddish. The address '1527 South 9th' is written on the card. Created in the 1890s.

Die-cut trade card depicting a boy offering flowers to a girl. Issued by Rosenbloom Bros. circa 1881. The card's design suggests a mercantile context, likely used for advertising or promotional purposes. Geographic location is inferred as Syracuse, New York, based on the donor's collection.

Die-cut trade card depicting a shoe that opens to reveal children inside. Features the logo "U. S. BOOT & SHOE CO." The card is circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a girl sitting on a pillow, keeping a dog away from a cookie. The reverse side of the card is fully advertised. The image is dated circa 1885 and geographically located in the vicinity of Eighth Avenue and 24th Street. This item is part of collection E, and found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 19, Page 25.

Trade card advertising Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a design of three children and a dog looking at their shadows and includes the greeting "Merry Christmas Greetings for 1880". Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States in 1880.

A photograph depicting the full body of a girl, likely associated with the Hebrew Kindergarten & Infants Home. The image's date is inferred to be around 1920 based on available metadata, though the exact date remains unknown. The photograph's geographic location is uncertain, though metadata suggests a potential connection to New York City, based on coordinates provided. No further descriptive information is available.

Postcard depicting a full-body image of a girl. The text 'Hebrew Kindergarten & Infants Home' is visible. The postcard dates from around 1920 based on the donor's information. Geographic location is uncertain but may be New York, based on the donor's collection.

Letter from M. William Leszynsky, physician, to the Hebrew Sheltering Guardian Society in New York, New York, dated November 30, 1893. The letter certifies that newly admitted children to the society's care are free from infectious diseases.

This cabinet card features a portrait of an infant baby dressed in a long, elaborate white christening gown, seated against a dark, patterned backdrop. The photograph is mounted on a stiff cardboard card typical of the late 19th century, featuring the photographer's name, "J. Haas," in ornate script on the lower left, along with the address "7117 So. Broadway, St. Louis." **3.

Close-up photograph of three elderly men and a young boy (approximately three years old), taken in front of a clapboard house on January 1, 1860. The photograph's back lists three men's names, and the identification of "Uncle Isaac." Uncle Isaac is wearing a skullcap and appears to be the oldest, estimated to be over 80 years old. The other individuals depicted are not identified as Jewish. The photograph's geographic location is approximately 34.9103299999571, -85.4776769997133.

Postcard depicting a full-body image of a boy. The card shows addresses for the Hebrew Kindergarten & Infants Home at 35 & 37 Montgomery Street, New York City, and Central & Plainview Avenues, Far Rockaway. The date is inferred to be around 1920 based on the donor's information.

Postcard depicting the National Association for the Jewish Blind. One side features a picture of a bearded man and a child; the other side displays a Jewish star. The date is estimated to be around 1930.

This stereoscopic photograph captures a woman and a young child with a small wheelbarrow on a paved driveway in front of a grand private residence, surrounded by mature trees. The back of the item features an elaborate design typical of Victorian-era photography, including a cherub figure, ornate borders, and decorative text. It identifies the item as part of a "Series of Stereoscopic Views of New Orleans & Vicinity" photographed by "T. Lilienthal, Portrait & Landscape Photographer." The address "121 Canal St., New Orleans" is noted, along with the inscription "100 Private Residence on St. Charles st."

Tintype portrait of Leibman Hirsh, born January 1854 and died June 1865 in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee. The photograph, dating to circa 1860, shows a clear image of a young Jewish boy. Hirsh is buried in the Temple Cemetery in Nashville. The inscription "Nephew" on his gravestone suggests he may have been an orphan raised by relatives.

This trade card for A. Hollander & Co., Clothiers & Merchant Tailors in Hartford, Connecticut, advertises "FINE CUSTOM WORK A SPECIALTY." The front features a comical blue-ink illustration depicting a crowded scene, possibly on public transportation, with a large woman surrounded by numerous children, interacting with a conductor or ticket-taker. Text above the scene reads "SURE SIR THEY ARE ALL UNDER AGE." The business name, "A. HOLLANDER & CO. Clothiers & Merchant Tailors," is presented in ornate Victorian-style lettering. The card also lists the

This trade card advertises A. L. Lessner & Co., dealers in ladies' and gents' furnishing goods, notions, and a specialty in infants' caps and dresses, located at 7 S. Market St., Springfield, Ohio. The front of the card features a vibrant illustration of a white rose, an orange flower, and rosebuds with green foliage, with the business details presented on a decorative banner. The reverse side shows a torn image of a child and a dog, possibly from an earlier, unrelated advertisement, typical of the scrapbooking or reuse practices of the period.

A trade card for A. Straus, Fine Clothing, located at 939 Penn. Avenue, Washington, D.C. The card features a colorful lithographic illustration depicting a boy in a field holding a bird's nest with two chicks, while several birds fly overhead. The background includes a rolling hill and a bush. The verso of the card is blank.

This color lithograph trade card advertises Arthur Kohn, a clothier, hatter, and merchant tailor located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The card features a charming illustration of an older boy feeding a younger child with a spoon, set in a domestic interior with shelves holding dishes. The business name and services are prominently displayed above the image. The verso of the card is blank except for handwritten collection marks. 3.

A trade card for B. Posner, a Scranton, PA-based business located at 219 Penn Avenue opposite Baptist Church, offering "Second-Hand and New Clothing," "Ladies Dresses, Carpets, Boots and Shoes," and "ALL KINDS OF FURNISHING GOODS," advertising items as "SELLING VERY CHEAP." The card features bold, ornate lettering for the business name and product categories. The verso of the card features a colorful lithographic illustration for INTERNATIONAL BAKING POWDER, depicting three children in a grassy field; one boy sits playing a horn, while another boy and a girl are dancing. The baking powder is manufactured by Queen City Chemical Company.

The front of this trade card features a color illustration depicting a young woman, wearing a straw hat and a blue dress, holding an infant. A young boy in a striped bathing suit is seated in shallow water beside them, with a natural landscape and mountains in the background. The verso of the card serves as an advertisement for Bronner's, promoting "FINE CLOTHING, Men's Furnishers, HATS AND CAPS," and "Leading Shapes in BOOTS & SHOES." The advertisement lists the business address as "404 to 414 MAIN STREET." The text features varied typography typical of late 19th-century commercial printing.

This trade card advertises Chas. Holtzmann, a wholesale and retail clothier located at the corner of State & Ferry Streets in Schenectady, New York. The front of the card features a color illustration of a baby in a blue dress sitting on the ground next to an overturned woven basket, surrounded by chickens and a small doll. The reverse side of the card presents the business's advertisement with ornate Victorian-style lettering for "CHAS. HOLTZMANN" and "CLOTHIER," along with the business type and address.

This double-sided trade card advertises Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton, distributed by Olcovich Bro's. The front features a colorful illustration of a blonde girl in a straw hat, striped dress, and red stockings, happily jumping rope. Above her, text reads: "Wednesday's Child is Merry & Glad." Below, a circular logo for "CLARK'S O.N.T. TRADE MARK SPOOL COTTON" is present, alongside the promotional text: "Merry and glad she'll always be If she will use CLARK'S O.N.T." The name "OLCOVICH BRO'S" is stamped vertically in pink ink on the right side. The reverse side features a larger circular logo for "CLARK'S TRADE O.N.T. MARK SPOOL COTTON ON WHITE SPOOLS!" It states "GEORGE A. CLARK, Sole Agent." and emphasizes the product's quality: "IT IS SUPERIOR TO ALL OTHERS for HAND AND MACHINE USE." It also notes: "Garments sewn with O.N.T. FAST BLACK will never show white on the seams after being worn or washed." The name "OLCOVICH BRO'S" is stamped again in pink ink. 3.

This trade card advertises Cohn Bros., Jewellers, located at 1034 Market St. near Mason and 56 Sixth St. near Mission in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a color lithograph depicting a young child with blonde curly hair wearing a white dress, holding a branch of blossoms, and sitting amidst greenery. The back of the card presents the business name and addresses using varied decorative fonts typical of late 19th-century advertising. **3.

This trade card advertises David Cohen, "The Leading One Price Shoe House," located at 31 North Eighth Street, below Filbert, East Side, Philadelphia. The advertisement highlights that the business is an agent for sole leather and offers "tip shoes, best in the country," with a note stating "no connection with any other store." The card features an amusing illustration of a smiling child in a dress on a stool, pouring water from a basin onto a smaller, crying, naked child in a tub below. The text is presented in a mix of decorative and standard fonts, with "DAVID COHEN" and "One Price Shoe House" being most prominent, against a two-tone background of faded gold and a reddish-brown for the illustrations and some text. 3.

This trade card advertises E. J. Levy & Co., a dry goods and notions business located at 213 E. Broad St., Richmond, Virginia. The company sold ladies' and children's underwear, among other items. The card features a vibrant color lithographic illustration of a young boy in a yellow hat and blue outfit riding a whimsical bicycle with two large egg-shaped wheels, set against a natural landscape background. The design is typical of late 19th-century advertising.

This die-cut trade card for Eben & Berckowitz, a boot and shoe store located at the corner of Broome St. & Springfield Ave. in Newark, New Jersey, circa 1885, features an illustration of a large blue high-button boot with red trim. An old woman, often associated with the 'Old Woman Who Lived in a Shoe' nursery rhyme, peeks out from the top, holding a sign for the business. When opened, the boot reveals a series of twelve children nestled inside. The card exhibits fine graphics and ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name. The item was patented on April 8, 1883. 3.

This trade card for G. Hagenbacher & Son, Clothiers, located at 309 Grand St., Brooklyn, E. D., circa 1885, features a charming illustration on its front depicting a boy playing with a string and a mouse, observed by two girls and a cat. The reverse side presents a detailed illustration of the three-story G. Hagenbacher & Son storefront, complete with signage indicating "Clothiers" and "Tailors". The card serves as an advertisement for the business, promoting their services in clothing and tailoring, and features visual elements typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This trade card for Greensfelder, Florsheim & Co. advertises their school shoes, stating "EVERY PAIR WARRANTED" on the front and "CELEBRATED SCHOOL SHOES" on the verso. The colorful illustration on the front depicts two children, a boy and a girl, interacting with a dog near a wooden fence adorned with roses, suggesting a charming, pastoral setting. The children are dressed in period clothing, with the boy carrying a satchel and the girl holding a book. The verso provides additional brand information and a directive to "SEE THAT EVERY PAIR HAS OUR LABEL." The design features period-typical typography for the business name. 3.

This is a colorful trade card advertising H. J. Radin, a clothier and haberdasher in Carthage, N. Y. The card features a lithographic image of a young boy dressed in a blue sailor-style suit and hat, standing in water with sailboats and a red beach umbrella visible in the background. The boy is framed by wheat stalks and pink flowers. The text "Compliments of H. J. RADIN, CLOTHIER AND HABERDASHER, CARTHAGE, N. Y." is printed at the top of the card. The visual style and imagery are typical of late 19th-century advertising, designed to be visually appealing and evoke a sense of wholesome charm.

This colorful trade card advertises H. Roman, a manufacturer and importer of fine clothing and furnishing goods, located at 38 & 40 Kearny Street, S. E. Cor. Post, San Francisco. The card features a chromolithographic illustration depicting three children in period clothing: two standing, and one peering over a wooden fence, adjacent to a large sign displaying the business name and address. The decorative imagery and ornate text are characteristic of late 19th-century advertising materials.

This trade card for the Hartford One Price Clothing Co. of 114 & 116 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut, features a colorful illustration of a baby sitting and playing with a hobby horse. The illustration is predominantly in red and set against a gold background, with the business name and address printed at the top in black text. The card serves as an advertisement for the clothing company, characteristic of late 19th-century marketing materials.

This trade card for Henry Cohen, a Merchant Tailor and Clothier in Pittston, PA, features a colorful illustration from approximately 1885. The front depicts two young girls, both wearing elaborate hats; one carries a rolled item (possibly fabric or a pattern) and the other holds a bouquet of flowers and a piece of paper. The girls are depicted in a natural, possibly garden, setting. The card uses decorative lettering for the business name and

A trade card advertising I. Rice Sons, Clothiers & Merchant Tailors, located at 29 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y., established in 1852. The card features an illustration of a boy and a girl ice skating, with other figures and mountains in the background, rendered predominantly in green and brown tones. The business name and details are printed in a prominent block at the top. **3.

This is a two-color trade card for I. Rice Sons, Clothiers & Merchant Tailors, located at 29 E. Main St., Rochester, N.Y. The business was established in 1852. The card features an illustration of a young girl in a bonnet and ruffled dress pushing a doll in an ornate pram, rendered in blue and white against a brown/gold background. The text, including the business name and details, is printed in a straightforward, clear font. The reverse side is blank except for collection marks. 3.

This trade card advertises Isaac Marks & Son, Clothiers, located at 325 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, N. Y., circa 1885. The card features a colorful illustration titled "Spring," depicting two young girls and a boy offering flowers. The boy is shown with a comical expression, bowing and holding a bouquet. The business name "Isaac Marks & Son, Clothiers" is presented in ornate Victorian-style lettering. **3.

This trade card advertises "Youths, Boys & Children's Clothing" by J.W. Rosenthal & Co., noting it as "'OUR BEST MAKE'" and stating "EVERY GARMENT WARRANTED." The card also features a stamped advertisement for Tabor Bros., Clothiers, located at 308 Commercial St., Atchison, Kansas, indicating they are a retailer of the clothing. The front of the card depicts two young boys, one dressed in a patterned coat, and another nude boy. The text on both sides features ornate Victorian-style lettering. The card also notes "CHAS. SHIELDS, PRINT. 20 & 22 GOLD ST., N.Y." as the printer.

This trade card advertises "THE GRAND EXTRA ORDINARY DRAWING OF THE HAVANA LOTTERY" scheduled for December 24, 1883. The verso of the card lists the potential prizes, including a 1st Prize of $500,000, a 2nd Prize of $100,000, a 3rd Prize of $50,000, and the Smallest Prize of $500, noting that only 15,000 tickets are available for this drawing. Jacob Levy, identified as an agent for the lottery, is located at 420 Montgomery Street. The recto of the card features a colorful lithographic image depicting a boy and girl dancing.

This trade card advertises L. Garson & Co., Clothiers and Furnishers, located at 392 & 394 Main Street in Buffalo, New York. The front features a colorful illustration of a baby seated in a high chair, holding a basket of what appears to be small clothing items. The back of the card provides further detail, stating the business as "LEADING CLOTHIERS AND FURNISHERS." 3.

This trade card advertises L. Solomon, a dealer in clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, caps, boots, and shoes, located at 7 West Fayette Street, Syracuse, N. Y. The front of the card features a color illustration of a young boy in historical or fanciful attire, eating a large striped candy cane, with a small dog beside him. The card uses decorative, ornate lettering for the business description, typical of late 19th-century advertising.

This is a die-cut, fan-shaped trade card advertising Loeb & Etchebarne, a business offering fancy and staple dry goods in San Jose, California. The card features a charming illustration in blue and brown tones depicting two children playing with marbles on a brick wall, adorned with flowers and foliage. Some areas of the card have a silver metallic sheen. The business address, 313 Santa Clara Street, is also prominently displayed. The design and format are typical of late 19th-century advertising ephemera. **3.

This trade card for Louis Cohen & Co. features a colorful chromolithograph illustration on the front depicting a boy sitting on a girl in a grassy field, both playing with grapes. The back of the card serves as an advertisement for Louis Cohen & Co., a business in Staunton, Virginia. The ad states, "Our Stock is now complete, and consists of all the Latest Styles and Novelties in Men's, Boys' and Children's Clothing, Boots, Shoes, Hats, Caps, Trunks, &c. Prices Lower Than Ever." The text uses various ornate and decorative typefaces, typical of advertising from the period, with a publisher credit for Martin Meyer, Baltimore. **3.

A vibrant color lithograph trade card for M. Rosenthal Fine Shoes, located at 375 Eighth Avenue, near 29th Street, New York. The card features an idyllic scene with a young girl in a white dress and blue sash playing with a rabbit in a spring landscape filled with colorful flowers, including crocuses and lilies, and a woven basket. A house is visible in the background on the left. The text "Compliments of M. Rosenthal FINE SHOES, 375 Eighth Avenue, Near 29th Street, NEW YORK" is presented with decorative typography typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This double-sided trade card advertises M. Solomon, a one-price hatter in Greenpoint, New York. The front features a comical lithographic illustration depicting two children on a seesaw with a baby on one end, balanced against a man holding a hat, with the caption "A SOLID MASH." The card provides the business name, "M. Solomon, ONE PRICE HATTER," and the address "318 Manhattan Ave., Opp. Noble St., Greenpoint." The reverse side reinforces the advertisement, proclaiming "M. Solomon, The Cheapest Hatter on the Point." It lists specific prices for "Fine Silk Hat" ($2.90, $3.60, $4.60) in comparison to higher prices elsewhere, highlighting features like "Best quality, light weight, Cork sweat band." It also states "Derby Hats Equally as Cheap" and reiterates "STRICTLY ONE PRICE," along with the full

This trade card advertises M. Sulzberger's "One Price Store" located at 35, 37, and 39 Avenue D, corner of Fourth Street, New York. The business sold fine millinery, dry goods, fancy goods, and gent's furnishing goods, and was an agent for Butterick's Patterns. The front of the card features a color lithograph depicting four children holding a large blank rectangular sign, surrounded by floral and leafy decorative elements. The imagery is characteristic of late Victorian-era advertising.

This trade card for Maas, Baer & Co., One-Price Clothiers & Tailors in Chicago, Illinois, advertises their services as gents furnishers and dealers in hats, caps, trunks, and other goods. The verso of the card details their three store locations: S. E. Corner North Avenue & Larrabee Street; North Clark Street Corner Chicago Avenue; and Milwaukee Avenue Corner Centre Avenue, along with telephone numbers. The recto features a chromolithographic image of a young boy dressed in historical attire (reminiscent of a musketeer), running through foliage and holding a sealed letter. Two white doves fly above him, creating a whimsical and decorative visual. The card utilizes varying font styles, including prominent block capitals and ornate, shadowed lettering for the business name and services.

This trade card advertises Mitchell & Seixas, stationers located at 927 Broadway, New York. The card features a colorful chromolithographic illustration depicting two young boys engaged in playful destruction of a large, ornate clock. One boy holds an axe, while the other wields a stick. The artwork is typical of late 19th-century advertising, characterized by its vibrant colors and illustrative style, with the business name and address printed clearly below the image. **3.

This trade card for Mitchell & Seixas, located at 927 Broadway, N. Y., features a decorative illustration. The image depicts two small, cherubic children carrying a large, ornate clock on a stretcher-like frame. The business, identified as stationers and dealing in clocks, used this card for advertising. The design is typical of late 19th-century lithographic trade cards.

This trade card advertises Mrs. C. Solomon's Boot & Shoe Store, located at 1349 South Second St., Philadelphia, circa 1885. The card features a colorful illustration of a young girl in a field with trees, playing with a hoop and stick. A sign next to her provides the business's compliments and address. 3.

A trade card for Mrs. C. Solomon Boot & Shoe Store, located at 1349 South Second St., Philadelphia. The card serves as an advertisement, indicated by "Compliments of Mrs. C. Solomon Boot & Shoe Store." It features a colorful lithographic illustration depicting a young girl in a hat and boots, holding a parasol, walking through a verdant landscape with a stippled sky. The business name and address are presented in a rectangular frame with clear, simple lettering, while the overall design reflects a typical ornate Victorian-era advertising style. 3.

This trade card advertises Nye & Blatner, Fine Shoes, located at 4 Beaver Block, South Pearl Street, Albany, N.Y. The card features an illustration of a young girl in an apron and cap interacting with a small, anthropomorphic dog dressed in a jacket and hat. The illustration is printed in a blue-green monochrome, and the text uses decorative Victorian-style fonts to promote the business.

A trade card for the "Grand Opening" of P. A. Stern's P. O. Clothing House in Marshalltown, Iowa. The card advertises a large stock of fall and winter clothing for men, youths, and boys, claiming to have stock twice as large as any other in town. The front of the card features a color illustration (blue tones) of a young boy and girl sitting by a wooden fence, with a sunflower and watering can. The text on the front reads "COMPLIMENTS OF P. A. STERN, P. O. Clothing House, MARSHALLTOWN, IOWA." The verso contains the full advertisement text.

This trade card advertises the Parisian Cloak and Suit Co., also known as Mayer & Simon, located at 26 East King Street. The business served as headquarters for spring capes, jackets, suits, silk, and fancy waists, promising customers savings of $1.00 to $5.00 on each garment. The card features decorative text with a call to "LOOK FOR THE LARGE WHITE SIGN." The recto of the card depicts a colorful illustration of two children in a garden setting, one holding a shovel and the other offering flowers, with a bouquet of pink roses at the top, characteristic of ornate Victorian-era trade card designs.

This trade card advertises Phillip J. Cohn's Fashionable Millinery, located at 5009 Main Street in Germantown, with a branch at 244 N. Second Street in Philadelphia. The business specialized in trimmed and untrimmed bonnets and hats for ladies and children, and also offered mourning goods as a specialty. The front of the card features a color illustration depicting a mother holding a baby, surrounded by four other children, one of whom is reading. The verso displays the business advertisement with "Fashionable Millinery" rendered in ornate script. **3.

A trade card for R. N. Hershfield, a wholesale jeweler with locations in Leavenworth, Kansas, and Kansas City, Missouri. The card features a red monochrome illustration depicting two children playing outdoors; a boy stands with a string, while a girl is seated in a swing. Trees and foliage form the background. The business name and addresses are printed at the top left of the card in a clear, sans-serif typeface, typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This trade card advertises S. M. Hydeman, a dealer in Men's, Boys' and Youth's Clothing, located at 136 South Pearl St., Cor. Madison Ave., Albany, N.Y. The card features a colored illustration of two young girls, both wearing elaborate hats and dresses, sharing an umbrella, with tall grass visible in the background. The design utilizes two-color printing, with the figures and primary text in blue, and the background elements and some text in a golden-brown hue. The typography for "CLOTHING" is bold and decorative, typical of late 19th-century advertising. 3.

A trade card for S. M. Hydeman, a dealer in men's, boys', and youths' clothing located at 136 South Pearl St., Cor. Madison Ave., Albany, N.Y. The card features an illustration of two young girls, possibly catching butterflies, printed in blue against a golden-brown background. The text for "CLOTHING" is presented in an ornate style. 3.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenberg, "The One Price Clothier" in Fremont, Ohio. The recto features an illustration of two children playing with a dog, one holding a basket of fruit and the other climbing a wall. The verso lists "FIVE REASONS" to purchase clothing from S. Rosenberg, emphasizing fixed pricing, warranted goods, equal prices for all customers regardless of age or purchasing savvy, and a challenge offer of $500 for anyone who can beat their prices by a cent. The card uses a decorative image on the front typical of late 19th-century trade cards. 3.

This colorful trade card advertises S. Wertheimer, a dry goods and notions store located at 701 & 703 N. Second Street, N. E. Cor. Fairmount Ave., Philadelphia. The card features an illustration of a child bending down to smell a bush of red roses, rendered in a chromolithographic style typical of the late 19th century. The business name and address are printed below the illustration. The verso of the card is blank. 3.

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Trade Card - Sam Harris Clothier with Cavalier King Charles Dog…… 149 Main St., Danbury Ct…verso blank. Anna Harris (1858-1937) is buried in the Children of Israel Cemetery, Danbury, CT

This colorful trade card advertises Schwed Bros., Clothiers and Gents' Furnishers, located at 142 Main Street, Somerville, N.J. The card features a charming lithographic illustration of a young child, possibly a girl, dressed in winter attire including a large fur hat and a blue coat with a fur trim, standing on a snowy path. Bare trees and a warm-toned sky complete the winter scene. The business name "SCHWED * BROS." is prominently displayed with decorative asterisks, typical of late 19th-century advertising.

This trade card for Schweitzer & Beer, Importers and Dealers in Fancy Goods and Toys, advertises their products including holiday goods, children's carriages, carts, wagons, and novelties. The business was located at 111 State Street, between Washington and Madison Streets, in Chicago. The front of the card features a color illustration of a young girl holding two dolls, with the text "MY DARLINGS" below. The reverse side presents the business name and product categories in a clear, bold typeface, with an ornate decorative border around the "FANCY GOODS AND TOYS" heading. 3.

A colorful trade card advertising Shipper & Schwartz, The Tailors. The front features a chromolithographic illustration of two children playing cards at a small table. The company name, 'SHIPPER & SCHWARTZ, THE TAILORS,' is printed at the top, and their address, '733 MARKET ST., OPP. DUPONT,' is at the bottom. The card serves as an advertisement for their tailoring business in San Francisco, utilizing a decorative image common in late 19th-century advertising. 3.

This circular trade card, shaped like a tambourine, advertises Shoneman Brothers, a "Leading Trimming and Fancy Goods Establishment" located at 116, 118, 120 & 122 N. Eighth St., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front features a color lithograph titled "The Morning Prayer," depicting an elderly woman holding an infant, with another young girl standing beside her and a cat playing on the floor in a domestic interior. The reverse side explicitly states "The Lowest Prices Guaranteed" and includes details about the business. A cardboard hanger, manufactured by Wolf & Co. of 243 & 245 Arch St., Philadelphia, is attached to the top of the card.

This colorful trade card for Strassburger & Joseph, "Men's & Boys' Clothing Merchant Tailors" located in Allegheny, PA, advertises their "Fall Opening" in 1884. The card features a whimsical illustration of three young children playing by the water's edge, with two children nestled in large wicker baskets and one standing, holding a small toy. Birds are also depicted in the scene. The "FALL OPENING" text at the top is rendered in an ornate, decorative Victorian-style font, flanked by the year "1884". The overall design is characteristic of late 19th-century advertising.

This trade card for Ullman Clothing House, located at the S.E. Corner of Square, Lafayette, Ind., features an illustration of a young girl in a white bonnet and yellow dress looking into a mirror. She holds a red fan adorned with a floral design. A heart-shaped ornament hangs beside the mirror. The text "Compliments of ULLMAN CLOTHING HOUSE" is prominently displayed at the top, serving as an advertisement for the clothing store. **3.

This trade card advertises Wiel & Katzenberg, a business offering fancy groceries, teas, and coffees located at the corner of Baltimore and Greene Streets in Baltimore. The front of the card features a chromolithographic illustration of a young girl in a red bonnet picking purple flowers in a field. The reverse is blank. The card serves as an advertisement for their grocery business. 3.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, clothing merchants located at 34 West 14th Street. The front of the card depicts children in winter clothing gathered around a pond, a boat is in the background. The illustration includes a tree with snow on the branches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Gross, a business located at 701 Brown Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children making a snowman. The children are dressed in winter clothing and are smiling as they build the snowman. The background is a snowy landscape, suggestive of wintertime in the city of Philadelphia. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts two children playing at the seashore. One child is holding a basket, and the other is holding a doll. The children are standing on the beach with a wooden railing in the background. The image is simple and charming. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, suggesting a large Jewish family was associated with the business.

Trade card depicting boys dressed in soldier costumes carrying a crying girl in a playpen. The card includes the text "The Fair Captive" and "Thanks to the Public for Trade and Patronage." It is numbered "Card 101". The card is circa 1885. The card was found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 69.

Trade card depicting a gypsy girl holding a cat. The reverse of the card is not described. Published in the United States in 1887.

This trade card depicts a girl in peppermint striped pants awaiting a stork with a baby. The reverse of the card is not described. The card was likely produced around 1885 and features an advertisement for a business located at 135 Illinois Street, Chicago, Illinois. The full advertisement is visible on the card.

Trade card depicting children playing on a hat. The reverse side is blank. The address 136 N. Salina Street is visible on the card. The card is circa 1885 and is part of the O Collection, Manuscript Collection 1410, Binder 1, Page 8. The card's subject matter relates to mercantile themes.

Trade card depicting a girl and boy in a wooded stream scene. The address 17 South Greene Street is visible on the card. The card is estimated to be from circa 1860. This item is part of the Lowenstein Collection and located in Arc.MS.56, Volume 17, Page 51.

Trade card depicting a girl and a blindfolded large dog at 324 & 326 River Street. The back of the card is blank. The card dates from circa 1885. Geographic location is approximately 41.5051413998483, -81.6914575003562.

Trade card depicting children playing in a farmyard. The reverse is blank. The card indicates an address of 364 Manhattan Avenue. The card is circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a child in a high chair. The address '385 8th Street' is visible on the card. The image suggests a mercantile context. The card dates from circa 1885.

A trade card depicting a chubby girl pulling the hair of a chubby boy. The card features the address 406 J Street and identifies the business as a stationer. The card dates to circa 1885 and likely originated in Sacramento, California. The image shows a scene of children interacting, suggesting a potential focus on items for children or families, perhaps stationery, toys, or similar goods. Additional details include 'Hall' written on the card but this remains unclear in its context.

A trade card depicting children, a rooster, chickens, and eggs. The reverse side features a full advertisement. The card is part of a two-part series. The card is dated circa 1885 and is geographically situated in Syracuse, New York at 41 Lake Street.

Trade card depicting a child dressed as a clown playing with colored balls. One ball is on the boy's head. The card includes the address 58 & 60 North 8th Street. The donor noted: "DON'T BUY AGAIN PEROBABLY NOT JEWISH." The card dates from circa 1885 and is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A trade card depicting a child among toys, likely advertising a business located at 626 Girard Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is part of the Isaiah Weinmann collection.

Sepia-toned trade card depicting two costumed children in pink against a gold background, with holiday presents. The address 702 Flushing Avenue, near Throop, is prominently displayed. The card is circa 1885 and is part of the collection of trade cards and other ephemera documenting Mercantile business in Brooklyn, New York.

Sepia-toned trade card depicting two costumed children on a gold background. The card advertises a business located at 702 Flushing Avenue, near Throop, in Brooklyn, New York. The image suggests a holiday or festive theme, given the presence of presents. The card is estimated to date from circa 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 9.

A trade card depicting a little girl in a bonnet. The card features a full advertisement and the address 797 Broad Street. The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in Out of Scope, Binder 1, Page 15. The image suggests this trade card dates to approximately 1885 and relates to a mercantile business in Newark, New Jersey.

Sepia trade card depicting a toddler girl holding a basket. The card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers, hatters, and furnishers, located at the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The card is circa 1885. The image shows a full advertisement.

A circa 1885 trade card depicting a baby with a butterfly net. The card also includes the address 254 N. Second Street. The imagery is described as comical. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

Trade card depicting a child on a wall. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Baum & Bernstein. The card is dated circa 1885. Geographic location is approximately 41.5375889999308, -72.8011000000881.

Trade card advertising Blanke & Bro.'s candy and cough drops. The card depicts three children attempting to crack a nut. The advertisement notes that the products are for sale at all druggists. The card dates from circa 1885.

A circa 1885 trade card depicting a boy eating an oversized piece of bread while a piglet looks on. The boy is wearing an orange shirt and orchid-colored pants. This item is part of the O collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Binder 1, Page 28. The card's subject matter suggests a mercantile context.

Trade card depicting a boy sitting on a white dove, located opposite a post office. The card is circa 1885. The image is currently unavailable. The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in Box 2, Folder 58, at the OOS.

Trade card depicting a child by the water with a wooden shoe boat. The address 146 S. Eighth Street is printed on the card. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, located in OOS, Binder 1, Page 8.

One of a set of four trade cards depicting a child fishing and catching a crab. The card includes an address: 254 N. 2nd Street. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a child fishing with a dog. This is one of a set of four cards. The image shows the child and dog near a body of water. The address 254 N. 2nd Street is mentioned on the card. The card is circa 1885 and part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

Trade card depicting a child fishing with a fish biting him. The address 254 N. 2nd Street is printed on the card. This is one of a set of four cards. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a child with peaches. The address 136 North 8th Street is printed on the card. The card dates to circa 1885. The card is part of the collection of Judaica Americana and located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

Trade card advertising Horne's Mercantile, located at 197-203 Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The card depicts children cooking and includes the phrase "ATTRAPE!!!." The card dates from circa 1885.

This trade card depicts children in an egg carriage pulled by two rabbits. The address 304 Lakawanna Avenue is visible on the card. The card dates from circa 1885. It is part of a collection of trade cards from the late 19th and early 20th centuries related to Mercantile topics.

Trade card depicting children looking at suits in a store located on Fourth Street near B Street in Sacramento, California. The image is dated circa 1885. The card is part of the collection of Judaica Americana.

A trade card depicting children talking to a man across a pond. The address 1712 Fulton Street is visible on the card. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, located in OOS, Binder 1, Page 5. The image depicts a mercantile scene, circa 1885. The card's subject matter suggests a business or individual located at 1712 Fulton Street.

Trade card depicting a comical scene of a child being attacked by a swan. The card mentions an address: 22 South Salina Street. Circa 1885. The card is associated with Rosenbloom Bros.

A trade card depicting a comical image of a child wearing an oversized man's shirt. The address 386 Main Street is visible on the card. The card is part of a collection of trade cards dating circa 1885. The card is from Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 25.

Trade card depicting children building a sandcastle. The reverse side contains a full address. The card is circa 1885 and is associated with Oscar J. Cone's business located at 27 & 29 North Main Street. The geographic location is likely in or near Providence, Rhode Island, based on other materials in the collection (41.7010249998391, -71.1553890002039).

This trade card for Ehrich's department store in New York City features a two-sided design. The front depicts a child playing with toys, suggesting the store's focus on children's merchandise. The back of the card is a full advertisement that reads, "Santa Claus at Home! Every Day at Ehrich's," along with the store's address: Eighth Ave. & 24th St. The advertisement's festive message and imagery likely promoted holiday shopping. The style of illustration and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin.

Trade card depicting three children playing. The card indicates a business address of 1220 Chestnut Street. The imagery suggests a mercantile context. The card is circa 1885. One of two cards.

This trade card advertises Frank & Adler as wholesale agents for "Solar Tip Shoes." The front of the card features a depiction of children marching, likely showcasing the shoes. The text 'Frank & Adler Wholesale Agents' is clearly visible. The back of the card is entirely covered by an advertisement.

Sepia-toned trade card depicting a girl and a boy in colonial-era clothing. The card is one of two in a set. The reverse of the card features advertising. The card is dated circa 1885. The card is located in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58.

Trade card depicting a girl holding a cat. The address 515 Main Street is visible. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The card dates from circa 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 28.

Trade card depicting a girl in a garden, featuring gold and green colors. This is one of two cards. Circa 1885. The card is from the mercantile trade. Location: Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 58

A trade card depicting a girl wearing a large white hat adorned with a flower and a matching dress. The image is described as a full advertisement. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is likely related to mercantile business, given its inclusion in the 'Mercantile' topic.

Trade card depicting a girl with a snowball. The address 515 Main Street is visible, along with a full advertisement on the back featuring the Buffalo brand. The card is circa 1885. This item is from the Morgenstern Collection.

Boot-shaped trade card depicting a goat harnessed to a wagon, with a boy and girl guiding the goat. The reverse side features a full advertisement. The card is estimated to date from circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Button & Ottley's Raven Gloss Shoe Dressing. The card depicts children playing with toys. It was published circa 1885 in New York, New York, United States. The address 304 Lakawanna Ave. is listed on the card.

Lithograph trade card depicting a girl and a country scene. The card indicates an address of 1003 Broadway. The image is described as beautiful. The card is dated circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a child among flowers writing on paper. The card advertises Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., purveyors of decorative art supplies, located at 195 & 197 West Pratt Street. This is one of two cards in the collection. Circa 1885.

This trade card for Hirshfield's in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children and a donkey at the beach. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of fun and family, suggesting that Hirshfield's offered goods suitable for children. The style of the illustration is consistent with late 19th-century imagery. Below the image, the text proclaims "Hirshfields...Cheapest in Easton." This suggests a focus on low prices and affordability. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting the shape of a pallet with a child playing a mandolin. The address 197 to 203 Penn Avenue is printed on the card. The card dates from circa 1885. The card relates to mercantile business.

Trade card depicting a boy with a basket of toys, likely advertising Jordan Marsh department store. The card is dated circa 1885. The image is unavailable at this time.

Trade card depicting children around an Easter egg. The reverse is blank. The card indicates a business address of 110 North Seventh Street. The image is circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a young boy and girl ice skating. The card also features illustrations and the text "Charter Oak." The card is part of a larger collection of Mercantile related materials and is dated circa 1885. The card's geographic context is indicated by the coordinates 37.1708869998158, -94.8425689999469, suggesting a location in the central United States.

This trade card advertises Louis Cohen & Co., clothiers in Staunton, Virginia. The front of the card depicts children playing, suggesting a theme of childhood or family. The style of the illustration is characteristic of late 19th-century trade cards. The specific clothing or goods offered are not explicitly shown in the image. The back of the card is blank. There is a second image in the record, but it is not described in the original metadata.

This trade card advertises M. I. Frank's Clothing House in Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts children roller skating, a popular pastime in the late 19th century. The image is lively and uses bright colors. The business's address, 52 State St., is clearly printed beneath the illustration. The back of the card is blank. [Moses I. Frank ran a clothing store in Albany during this period, as evidenced by his presence in various Albany City Directories. His father, listed as Leidon Frank, Leiden Frank, and Isadore Frank in Albany census records, was also a dry goods merchant. Moses I. Frank was born in Germany.]

A trade card depicting a scene on Mill Street, featuring a child playing with a cat. The card is circa 1885. The card is part of the Cohen Collection. The geographic location is approximately 44.35221 latitude and -103.7652 longitude.

Trade card depicting a baby in a high chair writing in a book, with a list of merchandise and their costs. Established in 1859. The card displays the address 515 Main Street. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois, circa 1885. The card features an image of children at the shore and a full advertisement on the reverse. The Morgenthau Brothers are identified as associated with this trade card.

One of two trade cards depicting a Swedish girl holding a toy ship. The card is circa 1885 and likely associated with the mercantile business, Moses, N.A. & Co. This item is part of Arc.MS.56, Volume 14, Page 11.

A trade card depicting a boy and a girl, rendered in green sepia, with a full advertisement on the reverse. The card is associated with the New York Bazaar located at 41 Lake Street. The card dates from circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Oehm's Acme Hall, located on West Baltimore Street near Charles Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card depicts a young boy talking to a small girl on a bench. The reverse side features a large advertisement. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting children emerging from the ocean. The reverse side displays a full address. The card is circa 1885 and relates to a mercantile business owned by Oscar J. Cone, located at 27 & 29 North Main Street. The exact location of North Main Street is not specified but is geographically located near Providence, RI (41.7010249998391, -71.1553890002039).

This trade card depicts children playing with a cat on R.R. Avenue. The image suggests a scene of everyday life, possibly used for advertising or promotional purposes. The card dates from circa 1885. The geographic location is implied by the inclusion of R.R. Avenue in the description.

Trade card depicting a child looking into a large egg with a lamb emerging. The address 22 S. Salina St., corner Railroad, Syracuse, New York is printed on the card. This item is part of a larger collection and is specifically located in Arc.MS.56, Volume 31, Page 6. The card dates to circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a scene at the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a copper and green colored image of a trained beetle and children. This is one of five such cards. The card is part of a larger collection of manuscript and mixed materials. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising S. Wolf & Co. in Rochester, New Hampshire. The card depicts children carrying a basket of goods. The reverse side features a full advertisement for "Rough and Tumble Suit." Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a young girl playing croquet on grass. The addresses 546 Broadway and 148 South Pearl Street are prominently featured. A full advertisement is present on the reverse side. The card is circa 1885. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 69.

Trade card depicting children dancing with a boy dressed as a jester. The card advertises "Schnurman's New Store, 713 HAMILTON STREET opposite the post office." Circa 1885. Location: Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Trade card depicting children playing school on the front and an advertisement on the back. The advertisement mentions the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets. The card is estimated to be from circa 1885. The image shows children engaged in an activity typical of late 19th century commercial advertising in the United States. The reverse has a full advertisement.

Trade card depicting children playing school on the front and an advertisement on the back. The advertisement shows a corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The card dates from circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Solar Tip Shoes, a product of John Muhr. The card features an illustration of four children playing against a red background. The advertisement is approximately from 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 21, Page 24.

Trade card depicting a seashore scene with a boy in a sailor hat waving at boats and a girl in a pink and white pinafore watching from steps. The card advertises "SILK, THE FINEST SEGAR." Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a sulking child. The card is part of Volume 25, Page 8 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The image is associated with the mercantile topic and dates from circa 1885. The card is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Sepia-toned trade card depicting two babies, a dog, and a young boy looking backward. This is one of two cards. The image suggests a mercantile context, circa 1885. The card is part of the Joseph Figel Collection.

Trade card depicting two children by a sea wall. The card also features an advertisement for the clothing store on Genesee Street, Rochester, NY. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the Starch Co. The card is dated circa 1885. This item is part of a larger collection, found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 25, Page 19.

A trade card depicting children in a classroom, likely advertising a mercantile business owned by W. J. Beckfeld located at 61 & 63 Ohio Street. The card dates to circa 1885. The card is part of the O collection, found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 59.

Trade card depicting a scene on West 14th Street at the southwest corner of Sixth Avenue in New York City, circa 1885. The image shows comical children at school, described as an "everyday event". The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the Out-of-Series (OOS) collection, Binder 1, Page 14.

Trade card depicting a winter scene with holly, a boy with a tree, and a girl on a sled. The card also displays an address: 42 East 14th Street, New York. The card is circa 1885. The reverse of the card shows a full advertisement, but specifics are not included in the description.

A trade card depicting a young girl leaning against a fence. The reverse side features a large advertisement for various fertilizers. The card dates from circa 1885 and is part of manuscript collection 1410. No street address is visible on the card. Geographic location is approximately 39.29044299979, -76.6123329995984.