Subject: Christmas

A Christmas advertisement postcard featuring a pop-up illustration of a winter scene. The postcard advertises Christmas toys from Germany and is addressed to A.L. Kesner. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1903.

Full-page color cartoon from the periodical *Leslie's Judge*, depicting an antisemitic portrayal of Moses Cohen, a pawnbroker, and children begging for Christmas. Published in the United States on December 1, 1895.

A personal letter written by a clerk for Hecht Bros. & Co. on December 24, 1879, in Pocahontas, Arkansas. The letter expresses loneliness and contains commercial content related to the dry goods, boots, shoes, groceries, and general merchandise business of Hecht Bros. & Co. The letter is written on embossed letterhead featuring the names L. Hecht, S. Hecht, and L.F. Nicklase, indicating that the firm may have been Hecht and Nicklase. A gold ink overlay on the letterhead reads 'Hecht and Nicklase Survivor of.'

Single-month calendar for December 1915 featuring a drawing of a flapper. The back includes a Christmas advertisement with specials from Isaacs. Published in Greenfield, Massachusetts.

Trade card in the shape of a Christmas stocking. The front displays "STERN'S BRO'S; CHRISTMAS STOCKING." The back features a full advertisement showcasing various items for girls and notions for men. Pink stripes are visible. The address 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street is also printed on the card. Circa 1885.

This circa 1885 trade card, issued by Stern Brothers, is in the shape of a stocking. The front features the text "WHAT SHALL WE PUT IN THE CHILDREN'S STOCKINGS? SEE INSIDE." The back displays a full advertisement showcasing various items for girls and notions for men. The card folds out and is red. The address 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street is printed on the card.

A trade card for L. Loupe, a dealer in dry goods, clothing, boots, and shoes, located in Gilroy, California. The card features a \"Merry Christmas and Happy New Year\" greeting. Visually, the card is decorated with a large, ornate red carnation and green foliage, typical of period holiday advertising. The verso is blank. 3.

This trade card advertises Sam Hollander, a dealer in gents' ready-made clothing, gents' furnishing goods, and jewelry, located at 364 Asylum Street, Batterson's Building, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a color illustration of a baby's face wearing a green, possibly paper, hat adorned with holly berries and leaves, typical of late 19th-century advertising. The reverse side presents the business details in plain block and serif typography. **3.

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This die-cut trade card is shaped like a stocking. The front features pink and white stripes and ornate red script text asking, “What Shall we put in the Childrens Stockings? See inside.” The interior of the card, on a pale tan background, advertises a wide array of goods sold by Stern Brothers at attractive prices. Items for children include French and German dolls, doll's outfits, fancy stationery, lace articles, gloves, mittens, and handkerchiefs. For gentlemen, the card lists smoking jackets and robes, umbrellas, canes, slippers, gloves, mufflers, neckwear, and handkerchiefs. Ladies' items include costumes, cloaks, Paris and Vienna fancy goods, fur garments, bric-a-brac, dress silks, velvet, jewelry, dress goods, Russia leather goods, Alexandre Kid Gloves, toilet articles, handkerchiefs, lace goods, and painted satin articles, all in endless variety. The back of the stocking is marked "Stern Bro's Christmas Stocking." The business name, "Stern Brothers," is presented in a decorative script font on the interior.

This die-cut trade card is shaped like a pink striped Christmas stocking, designed to fold open. The front asks, “What Shall we put in the Childrens Stockings? See inside.” The interior of the card lists various goods sold by Stern Brothers for children, gentlemen, and ladies, including French and German dolls, fancy stationery, lace articles, gloves, handkerchiefs, smoking jackets, umbrellas, slippers, neckwear, costumes, cloaks, fancy goods, fur garments, bric-a-brac, dress silks, velvets, jewelry, fans, dress goods, Russia leather goods, Alexandre kid gloves, toilet articles, and painted satin articles, all offered "AT VERY ATTRACTIVE PRICES." The card also provides the business

This trade card is for H. & A. Rosenbloom, clothiers in New York City. The front of the card features a Christmas dinner scene, with a table set for a large meal. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simplex Typewriters for children. The front features a die-cut image of Santa Claus holding a Simplex Typewriter. It is likely this card was part of a larger promotional effort during the holiday season. The back of the card has a full page advertisement for Simplex Typewriters.

This trade card for Levy & Stearn's Fancy Goods and Toy Bazaar in Cleveland, Ohio, features an illustration of Santa Claus holding a large sack filled with toys. He is standing next to a Christmas tree decorated with ornaments and candles. The card has a Victorian aesthetic, with ornate borders and lettering. It is likely intended to be used for the holiday season to attract customers to their store. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards for Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a business located in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an illustration depicting two girls and a baby. One girl runs away from the scene, while the other marches forward, carrying the baby. The illustration is likely associated with Christmas as it depicts two girls and a baby. The background features a floral pattern. This is one of three cards in the collection; the others are likely similar in size and design but feature different illustrations.

This trade card advertises S. Hershfield, a jeweler located at 920 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a winter scene with a picture-within-a-picture design. It includes a Christmas greeting. The back of the card is blank. The image shows a winter scene, with a central circular image of a woman standing behind a counter in a jewelry store. The card has a red border.

This is one of a set of five comical trade cards featuring "Sullivan," the boxer. The front of the card depicts a humorous illustration of a boxer, likely John L. Sullivan, in a boxing pose. The style of the illustration and the subject matter suggest a late 19th-century creation. The card includes an address, Corner 5th, Montgomery & Germantown Aves. The back of the card features an advertisement and a Christmas story.

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 advertising G. A. Schwartz's business located at 1006 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts six well-dressed figures in front of a bush. It advertises Christmas exhibitions and mentions a connection to F. O. Schwartz (likely a relative). Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, described as "The largest Clothing Store in the West." The front of the card depicts a Christmas scene featuring Santa Claus with a Christmas tree. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card displays the store's address: 2246 N. Front Street, Philadelphia.

This trade card from Mandel Bro's features a charming illustration of a girl wearing glasses and holding a photo album. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of nostalgia and family memories, associating the store with cherished personal moments. The text 'Merry Christmas' is prominently displayed, suggesting a holiday promotion. The back of the card is blank. This card is one of two in the record. The other card shows a similar design, but may have additional information.

This trade card advertises Shoneman's New Store, located at 1018 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a simple design: a single rose in a water glass is depicted, accompanied by the text "VISIT NEW STORE 1018 CHESTNUT STREET." The back of the card is fully covered with an advertisement that focuses on Christmas gifts and is positioned opposite the Chestnut Street Opera House. The overall style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic.