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Billhead - A. I. Zekind, Nevada City, California, March 23, 1879 Billhead - A. I. Zekind, Nevada City, California, March 23, 1879

A billhead from A. I. Zekind, a dealer in cigars, tobacco, cutlery, candies, and nuts located on Broad Street in Nevada City, California. This invoice is addressed to Mr. J. Hyman and lists the purchase of “Matzos,” “Meal,” “Sock,” “Box,” and “Cartage,” with corresponding quantities and prices. The billhead includes a business logo with the words “Bought Of.” The billhead also displays cursive handwriting in a typical script of the late 19th century.

Billhead - A. Lemlein & Co., New York, New York, July 14, 1891 Billhead - A. Lemlein & Co., New York, New York, July 14, 1891

Billhead from A. Lemlein & Co., manufacturers of cigars located at 2327 Third Avenue, New York, New York. Dated July 14, 1891. The bill lists a purchase of 100 “Reina Arthur,” 1 “Box Regritos,” and 1 “Sweeds,” with corresponding prices for each item, totaling $4.90. The billhead features the business name and address printed in blue ink. It also includes the handwritten names of “Lezer King Bros, Amityville,” the buyers, at the top of the page. The business name, address, and terms are formatted in a simple, readable script. The billhead is printed on light-colored paper with faint gridlines.

Billhead - Ad. Lewis & Co., San Francisco, California, February 6, 1877 Billhead - Ad. Lewis & Co., San Francisco, California, February 6, 1877

Billhead of Ad. Lewis & Co., importers of Havana cigars, located at 310 Sacramento Street, San Francisco. Dated February 6, 1877. The bill is addressed to N.S. Trowbridge & Co., a company that likely sold tobacco and cigars. The billhead displays an ornate header with the company's name and a circular “Bought of” logo. The business is advertising its cigar brands, which include “Bouquet de Tobacco,” “Jockey Club,” and “Several Other Brands.” A handwritten portion of the bill lists “Bouquet” and “Claritas” as types of tobacco, followed by quantities and pricing. The text “Gold” appears at the bottom, indicating that the transaction was likely paid in gold coin.

Billhead - Chas. Mayn & Co., Helena, Montana, June 1, 1874 Billhead - Chas. Mayn & Co., Helena, Montana, June 1, 1874

Invoice from Chas. Mayn & Co., dealers in staple and fancy groceries, provisions, liquors, tobacco, cigars, mining tools, and other goods. Dated June 1, 1874. The invoice is made out to Davis & Wallace and details various purchases, likely including tobacco, possibly brooms, and/or shoes, with corresponding price and quantity information. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The header lists the business name and a short list of goods sold. The billhead also mentions A. Kleinschmidt.

Billhead - Daniel Frank & Co., Boston, December 28, 1887 Billhead - Daniel Frank & Co., Boston, December 28, 1887

Statement of account from Daniel Frank & Co., importers of Havana Cigars, located at 10 Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts, dated December 28, 1887. This invoice lists an item purchased by C. C. Kendrick, totaling $23.00. The billhead includes an ornate Victorian-style logo of a cigar with the company name, and a detailed address.

Billhead - Daniel Frank & Co., Boston, July 2, 1889 Billhead - Daniel Frank & Co., Boston, July 2, 1889

Invoice from Daniel Frank & Co., importers of Havana cigars, located at 10 Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts. Dated July 2, 1889. The billhead lists the purchase of 24,500 cigars at $200. The billhead features a detailed illustration of a store front, likely the location of the business. Ornate lettering, clear business details, and a stamped “PLEASE ACCEPT OUR THANKS FOR YOUR REMITTANCE” note are also present.

Billhead - Esberg, Bachman & Co., San Francisco, California, April 3, 1877 Billhead - Esberg, Bachman & Co., San Francisco, California, April 3, 1877

Invoice from Esberg, Bachman & Co., importers of cigars and tobacco, located at 207, 209, & 211 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated April 3, 1877. The bill lists the purchase of an item(s) by N.S. Trowbridge & Co., and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The bill is payable in U.S. Gold Coin.

Billhead - Falkenstein & Co., San Francisco, December 21, 1875 Billhead - Falkenstein & Co., San Francisco, December 21, 1875

Invoice from Falkenstein & Co., importers and dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at the northeast corner of Battery and Sacramento Streets, San Francisco. Dated December 21, 1875. The bill lists a sale of 11,300 cigars to L. M. Jacobs & Co., located in Tucson, Arizona Territory, for a total of $158.20. The bill is marked 'Cash', and the billhead displays a decorative framed border and a company logo with the letter 'J' in a diamond.

Billhead - Freiberg, Klein and Co., Galveston, Texas, September 9, 1890 Billhead - Freiberg, Klein and Co., Galveston, Texas, September 9, 1890

Invoice from Freiberg, Klein & Co., importers, distillers, and rectifiers of wholesale liquor and cigar dealers. Located at 5 & 7 Strand, Galveston, Texas, and 28 & 30 Main St., Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated September 9, 1890. The bill lists three items: 3 doz. assorted brandy, 1 doz. Belle of Anderson Whiskey, and 1 doz. Bourbon Whiskey. The billhead features a company logo with the text “Belle of Anderson,” the company's trademarked whiskey, and the words “Southern Agents” appear below the logo.

Billhead - H. S. Rosenfeld & Co., Cleveland, Ohio, February 20, 1877 Billhead - H. S. Rosenfeld & Co., Cleveland, Ohio, February 20, 1877

A billhead from H. S. Rosenfeld & Co., manufacturer and wholesale dealer in fine cut chewing and smoking tobacco, imported and domestic cigars, located at 85 & 87 Merwin Street in Cleveland, Ohio. Dated February 20, 1877. This bill is for the purchase of tobacco by H. P. Fahrney. The billhead includes a list of tobacco products and the corresponding prices. The billhead also has an ornate Victorian-style letterhead with a border and a decorative illustration of a Native American man holding a pipe. This billhead is a testament to the history of tobacco production in Cleveland.

Billhead - Heineman Brothers, Baltimore, Maryland, June 1, 1899 Billhead - Heineman Brothers, Baltimore, Maryland, June 1, 1899

Billhead from Heineman Brothers, Monumental Cigar Manufactory located at 304 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The billhead is dated June 1, 1899, and lists a purchase from J. S. Wannamaker. The billhead features an intricate, ornate Victorian-style lettering and a large, decorative illustration of a monument with a trade mark printed below.

Billhead - Heineman Brothers, Baltimore, Maryland, October 15, 1899 Billhead - Heineman Brothers, Baltimore, Maryland, October 15, 1899

Invoice from Heineman Brothers, a monumental cigar manufactory located at 304 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated October 15, 1899. The bill includes an itemized list of purchases from J. G. Wannamaker Manufacturing Co., and includes several items, such as “Ground Leaves,” “Madaleria,” and “Merry Christmas,” which are likely types of cigars. The billhead features a large decorative header with an ornate Victorian-style logo and a visual depiction of the building and its facade.

Billhead - Heyman Bros. & Lowenstein, New York, New York, September 27, 1881 Billhead - Heyman Bros. & Lowenstein, New York, New York, September 27, 1881

Invoice from Heyman Bros. & Lowenstein, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco. Located at 182,184,186 & 188 Chatham Square, cor. Mott St, New York, New York. The bill is dated September 27, 1881, and the buyer is C. G. Alvord. The billhead features a decorative printed header, ornate lettering, and clearly printed company details.

Billhead - Hyneman Bros., Boston, August 10, 1881 Billhead - Hyneman Bros., Boston, August 10, 1881

Invoice from Hyneman Bros., importers of Havana cigars, located at 18 and 20 P.O. Square and 94 Milk Street, Boston. Dated August 10, 1881. The bill lists four types of cigars purchased: “Little Dot”, “After Lunch Concha”, “Virginia Londres”, and “Primo Coquettes” by George Blanchard & Bro of Portland, Oregon. The billhead features an ornate monogram of ‘3 Xs’ with a decorative banner around it, ornate lettering, and a printed header section.

Billhead - J. BLUMENTHAL & BRO., Altoona, Pennsylvania, May 9, 1883 Billhead - J. BLUMENTHAL & BRO., Altoona, Pennsylvania, May 9, 1883

Bill from J. Blumenthal & Bro., wholesale dealer in tobacco and manufacturer of cigars, located at 1125 Eleventh Avenue, between Eleventh and Twelfth Street, Altoona, Pennsylvania. Dated May 9, 1883. The bill lists various purchases from the business likely by G. W. Cornelius, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead features the company name in a larger, ornate font and includes an 'order promptly executed' stamp at the top.

Billhead - J. E. Oppenheimer, Butte, Montana, April 10, 1891 Billhead - J. E. Oppenheimer, Butte, Montana, April 10, 1891

Billhead from J. E. Oppenheimer, successor to M.G. Cohn, a jobber of produce, fruits, and cigars, located at 54, 56, & 58 West Broadway, Helena, Montana. The billhead has a printed header with the business name and address, and a list of specialties: butter, eggs, and poultry. The date of the bill is April 10, 1891. The bill appears to be for an amount of $7.50 and was paid on April 13, 1891, by S. R. Borello & Co, merchants, in Virginia City, Montana.

Billhead - J. W. Kaskel, Paducah, Kentucky, October 1, 1869 Billhead - J. W. Kaskel, Paducah, Kentucky, October 1, 1869

Bill from J. W. Kaskel, a dealer in cigars, tobacco, and smokers' articles, located at No. 4 Broadway under Richmond House, sign of the Big Indian, Paducah, Kentucky. Dated October 1, 1869. The bill lists purchases made by Burgauer & Weil, likely tobacco, cigars, or other smoking products, and includes a breakdown of the transaction. The billhead includes an image of a Native American holding a pipe, a symbol associated with the tobacco industry. It also features the company name in ornate script lettering.

Billhead - Jonas Schoenfeld, San Francisco, June 26, 1878 Billhead - Jonas Schoenfeld, San Francisco, June 26, 1878

Billhead of Jonas Schoenfeld, importer and dealer in leaf tobacco and cigars, located at Nos. 423 and 425 Jackson Street, San Francisco, California. Dated June 26, 1878. The bill lists a purchase of 4000 “Sumariz” and 4000 “Ecbillas,” with corresponding prices. The billhead features ornate lettering, a company logo, and a decorative line underneath the business name.

Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, July 17, 1877 Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, July 17, 1877

A billhead from Kerbs & Spiess, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at 1016-1018-1020 Second Avenue and 310-312-314 East 54th St., New York City. This billhead is dated July 17, 1877, and lists 'Geo A Styms & Co.' as the buyer. The bill is for '5m Leaf Tobacco' and is marked 'Exhibit A', likely indicating a transaction for a large order of tobacco. The billhead features a detailed illustration of their business located at the top left corner, with the business name in ornate calligraphy. The document has a printed header and decorative borders, along with clear details of the business address, transaction, and buyer.

Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, July 18, 1877 Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, July 18, 1877

Billhead from Kerbs & Spiess, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at Second Avenue and East 54th Street in New York City. Dated July 18, 1877. The bill lists a purchase by J.A. Miller & Co., likely of cigars or other tobacco products. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering, a decorative image of a building with a detailed header section, and small stamps in the top left corner.

Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, September 22, 1884 Billhead - Kerbs & Spiess, New York, New York, September 22, 1884

Invoice from Kerbs & Spiess, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at 1014-1020 Second Avenue, New York. Dated September 22, 1884. The bill is for five 'Our Edition' cigars, at a cost of $13.25. The bill was likely shipped by the 'Steam Line'. The billhead is printed with an ornate design and a banner with the company name.

Billhead - Krohn, Feiss & Co., Cincinnati, January 12, 1893 Billhead - Krohn, Feiss & Co., Cincinnati, January 12, 1893

Invoice from Krohn, Feiss & Co., manufacturers of cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco. The business is located at 7 & 9 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated January 12, 1893, the bill is addressed to Mr. R. C. Holliday, Dillon, Montana, and lists the purchase of 28 items. The items purchased include “Cigar 10c Havana, Yutler.” The billhead features a detailed visual of the business building and an ornate company logo with a decorative border. The invoice was likely for a tobacco and cigar wholesaler. The billhead displays a graphic of a storefront, ornate Victorian-style lettering, and a decorative border.

Billhead - Krohn, Feiss & Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, March 7, 1891 Billhead - Krohn, Feiss & Co., Cincinnati, Ohio, March 7, 1891

Billhead from Krohn, Feiss & Co., manufacturers of cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at Nos. 7 & 9 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The billhead includes a detailed illustration of the company's store building, along with a decorative header and detailed address information. This bill was sent to R. C. Halliday, residing in Dillon, Montana. Dated March 7, 1891.

Billhead - Kullman & Armer, San Francisco, April 17, 1877 Billhead - Kullman & Armer, San Francisco, April 17, 1877

Billhead from Kullman & Armer, importers and dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at 306-308 Sacramento Street, San Francisco. Dated April 17, 1877. The billhead includes a handwritten note indicating that the purchase was made by N. S. Trowbridge & Co. and the amount of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header with decorative elements, including an oval border with a company logo and a handwritten signature in the upper right corner.

Billhead - L. & E. Wertheimer, San Francisco, July 29, 1875 Billhead - L. & E. Wertheimer, San Francisco, July 29, 1875

Invoice from L. & E. Wertheimer, importers of and dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at Nos. 300, 302, 304, and 306 Front Street, corner Sacramento, San Francisco, California. Dated July 29, 1875. The bill lists the purchase of an unspecified number of cigars by Mrs. W. S. Strawbridge. The billhead is printed in red ink on white paper. The business name, address, and business type are printed in bold and framed.

Billhead - L. Siebenhauer & Co., San Francisco, California, November 19, 1879 Billhead - L. Siebenhauer & Co., San Francisco, California, November 19, 1879

Invoice from L. Siebenhauer & Co., manufacturers of Havana and Domestic Cigars, located at the corner of Sacramento and Battery Streets, San Francisco, California. Dated November 19, 1879. The bill is likely for a purchase of cigars by E. R. Dodge in Eureka, California. The billhead features a printed header with bold lettering and details the company's address and business. The bill also includes a check mark indicating payment.

Billhead - Levy Solomons, Albany, New York, August 10, 1821 Billhead - Levy Solomons, Albany, New York, August 10, 1821

Billhead from Levy Solomons, located at 346 North Market Street, Albany, New York. Dated August 10, 1821. This document lists the purchase of 12 dozen small cigars by Jacob L. Glen. The document includes handwritten calculations of the cost. The billhead features a decorative vignette of an indigenous person seated on a barrel of tobacco with tobacco leaves growing in the background.

Billhead - Liebes Bros. & Co., San Francisco, California, April 25, 1877 Billhead - Liebes Bros. & Co., San Francisco, California, April 25, 1877

An invoice from Liebes Bros. & Co. for Trowbridge & Co. dated April 25, 1877. Liebes Bros. & Co. imported leaf tobacco and manufactured cigars, and was located at 320 Battery St., San Francisco. The billhead includes handwritten entries for items purchased, quantities, prices, and the total cost. It also features a decorative border, a company logo, and a statement that “Terms Cash, Payable in U.S. Gold Coin.”

Billhead - M. G. Cohn, Butte, Montana, December 1, 1892 Billhead - M. G. Cohn, Butte, Montana, December 1, 1892

Statement of account from M. G. Cohn, a jobber of produce, fruits, and cigars located at 54 & 56 West Park Street in Butte, Montana. Dated December 1, 1892. The billhead lists a total of $54.50 owed to M. G. Cohn by “To Mash”. The billhead includes an ornate graphic, a company logo, and clear details of the business and transaction.

Billhead - M. G. Cohn, Butte, Montana, January 2, 1892 Billhead - M. G. Cohn, Butte, Montana, January 2, 1892

A statement of account for M.G. Cohn, jobber of produce, fruits, and cigars, dated January 2, 1892, and addressed to “The Butte City Meat Co.” The billhead lists the business address as 54 & 56 West Park Street, Butte, Montana. It also lists specialties offered by the business, including oranges, lemons, and California fruits. The billhead is printed with graphic elements depicting fruits, foliage, and decorative text. The billhead is filled out for a transaction with a price of 39.75.

Billhead - M. Silverman, Helena, Montana, February 9, 1885 Billhead - M. Silverman, Helena, Montana, February 9, 1885

Billhead for M. Silverman, proprietor of the Helena Armory, located on the east side of Main Street in Helena, Montana. Dated February 9, 1885. The bill indicates that J. H. McKnight & Co. purchased goods from the business, likely consisting of arms, ammunition, tobacco, and cigars. The bill lists “1 box apples” priced at 300 and a handwritten “Craiglow” for the cost of the goods. The billhead has ornate lettering, a logo of the company and a list of other goods and services offered.

Billhead - M. Strasser & Co., Albany, New York, August 2, 1883 Billhead - M. Strasser & Co., Albany, New York, August 2, 1883

Billhead from M. Strasser & Co., a cigar and tobacco manufacturer, located at No. 27 Hudson Avenue, Albany, New York. The billhead is dated August 2, 1883. It is a letter of notification to a buyer, C. McVeagh, that a bill for cigars, shipped that day, has been enclosed. The billhead is printed with ornate lettering typical of the period and features a company logo with the business name and a date of establishment.

Billhead - Max Meyer & Co., Omaha, Nebraska, November 18, 1887 Billhead - Max Meyer & Co., Omaha, Nebraska, November 18, 1887

Billhead from Max Meyer & Co., wholesale dealers in cigars and tobaccos, located in Omaha, Nebraska, addressed to R. C. Halliday in Dillon, Montana. Dated November 18, 1887. This billhead includes details on their territory. It is a plain billhead with simple lettering and no decorative flourishes.

Billhead - Mayn & Heitman, Helena, Montana, December 3, 1876 Billhead - Mayn & Heitman, Helena, Montana, December 3, 1876

Invoice from Mayn & Heitman, dealers in family groceries, tobacco, cigars, liquors, and farmers produce, located at Lower Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated December 3, 1876. The bill lists a purchase of goods for Mrs. Davis Wallace. The billhead features a decorative border, ornate lettering, and a printed header.

Billhead - Merkel & Kahner, Plattsburgh, New York, June 19, 1882 Billhead - Merkel & Kahner, Plattsburgh, New York, June 19, 1882

Invoice from Merkel & Kahner, jobbers of imported and domestic cigars, tobaccos, pipes, etc., located at No. 40 Margaret Street, Plattsburgh, New York. Dated June 19, 1882. The bill lists various items purchased by F. Stowell of Ticonderoga, New York, including: cigars, tobacco, and pipes. The billhead has a decorative header with the business name and a framed section for the business address.

Billhead - Metzler, Rothschild & Co., Chicago, Illinois, June 10, 1886 Billhead - Metzler, Rothschild & Co., Chicago, Illinois, June 10, 1886

Invoice from Metzler, Rothschild & Co., importers of pipes and smokers’ articles and manufacturers of fine cigars, located at 62 Lake Street, Corner of State, Chicago, Illinois. Dated June 10, 1886. The bill lists a number of items purchased, likely smoking supplies, by W. J. Quan. The billhead features a company logo, a depiction of a building with ornate Victorian-style lettering. It also features a decorative border and an ornate header section.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, December 2, 1880 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, December 2, 1880

Billhead from Morris Bros. in Helena, Montana dated December 2, 1880. The business sells cigars, pistols, and French and American confectioneries and is located on Main Street. The billhead lists a transaction with R. Lockey. The billhead features a simple format and a minimal amount of text, with a basic header and a few lines of text. The company name, address, and offerings are clearly outlined.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, December 27, 1874 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, December 27, 1874

Billhead from Morris Bros., dealers in Havana and domestic cigars, tobacco, pipes, notions, cutlery, ammunition, pistols, etc. Located at Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated December 27, 1874. The bill lists an item purchased by R. C. Wallace. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The billhead is printed on lined paper, which includes an invoice table with columns. The billhead notes that Morris Bros. is a successor to S. L. Holzman and Bros. This is an itemized purchase order for goods.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, January 1, 1880 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, January 1, 1880

Invoice from Morris Bros., wholesale and retail dealers in Havana and Domestic Cigars, Tobacco, Crockery, Glass Ware, Fruits, Confectionery, Playing Cards, Cutlery, Ammunition, Fire Arms, Baby Carriages, Bird Cages, Toys, etc., located on Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated January 1, 1880. The bill lists items purchased, likely cigars, with quantities and prices, and includes a handwritten total. The billhead has a printed header, simple, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The billhead includes details of the products sold.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, July 1, 1877 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, July 1, 1877

Billhead for Morris Bros., wholesale and retail dealers in Havana and Domestic Cigars, Tobacco, Fruits, Confectionery, Playing Cards, Cutlery, Ammunition, Fire Arms, Toys, etc. located in Helena, Montana. Dated July 1, 1877. The bill lists a transaction for Davis & Wallace. This billhead features ornate lettering in the header, and the business address at the bottom of the page. The invoice is printed on light blue lined paper and has a handwritten date.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, July 19, 1875 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, July 19, 1875

Billhead from Morris Bros., dealers in Havana and Domestic Cigars, tobacco, pipes, notions, cutlery, ammunition, pistols, and French and American Confectionaries, located on Main Street in Helena, Montana. The billhead notes they are successors to S. L. Holzman & Bro. Dated July 19, 1875, the bill lists a series of purchases made by M. M. Holter, likely cigars, cigarettes, and confectionaries. The bill displays a handwritten ledger-style format and contains a summary of the purchase at the bottom.

Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, March 1, 1875 Billhead - Morris Bros., Helena, Montana, March 1, 1875

Invoice from Morris Bros., dealers in Havana and domestic cigars, tobacco, pipes, notions, cutlery, ammunition, pistols, and other items, located at Main Street, Helena, Montana. The bill lists a purchase of cigars by Davis & Wallace, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The business name is printed at the top of the page with a statement about the business below it. The billhead displays a plain format with clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead - Nathan & Oppeheimer, Memphis, Tennessee, March 3, 1892 Billhead - Nathan & Oppeheimer, Memphis, Tennessee, March 3, 1892

Billhead from Nathan & Oppeheimer, wholesalers of wines, liquors, cigars and tobacco, located at 325 Front Street, Memphis, Tennessee. The billhead is dated March 3, 1892, and was sold to J. T. Terry. The business is identified as the sole agents for Original Budweiser and Anheuser bottled beer. The billhead features ornate lettering, a grapevine motif, and decorative lines.

Billhead - Rosenheim & Brother, Nashville, Tennessee, April 28, 1881 Billhead - Rosenheim & Brother, Nashville, Tennessee, April 28, 1881

Billhead from Rosenheim & Brother, manufacturers and wholesale dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at No. 9 Cherry St., opposite the Maxwell House, Nashville, Tennessee. Dated April 28, 1881. The bill is for a purchase of cigars or tobacco by McDaniels & Thompson. The billhead features the company name in bold and capitalized lettering, a note on the top stating 'Remittances by Express Must Be Prepaid', and the names of the business owners, S. Rosenheim and M. Rosenheim.

Billhead - Rothenberg & Schloss, Leavenworth, Kansas, August 14, 1899 Billhead - Rothenberg & Schloss, Leavenworth, Kansas, August 14, 1899

Invoice from Rothenberg & Schloss, wholesale cigar dealers in Leavenworth, Kansas. Dated August 14, 1899. The invoice was sent to S. B. Buffard Co. in Virginia City, Montana, and details a purchase of cigars, with several different varieties and quantities listed. There is a stamp showing the bill was paid at Elling State Bank on November 1, 1899, Virginia City, Montana. The billhead features a decorative border with a company logo in the upper left corner.

Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, December 9, 1885 Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, December 9, 1885

Billhead from Rubel & Penglase, importers and wholesale liquor and cigar merchants, dated December 9, 1885. Located at 4th and Main Streets, Ogden, Utah. The bill lists a transaction for Halliday & Co. and includes an itemized list of items and prices for various items including

Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, March 17, 1885 Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, March 17, 1885

Billhead from Rubel & Penglase, Importers & Wholesale Liquor and Cigar Merchants. Dated March 17, 1885. The bill lists a transaction for Mrs. Miller, likely for the purchase of liquor and/or cigars, with itemized prices and amounts. The billhead features a decorative border, a company logo, and a detailed illustration of a building and horse-drawn wagons. The address listed is 4th & Main Streets.

Billhead - S. Bachman & Co., San Francisco, California, undated Billhead - S. Bachman & Co., San Francisco, California, undated

Billhead for S. Bachman & Co., importers and jobbers of cigars and tobacco, located at the Northeast Corner of Pine and Battery Streets, San Francisco, California. The billhead is addressed to George H. N. Luhrs in Phoenix, Arizona and is undated. It lists various brands of cigars and tobacco sold by the company and features the company's logo with a list of various brands of cigars and tobacco that they represent, including “Flor de Vallens,” “La Estrella,” “La Harmonia,” “Dill's Leo,” “Hardgrove's Peach,” and “J.B. Pace Tobacco Co.” The document also notes terms and conditions of payment, including 3% off for cash in 30 days, with the general terms being 30 days.

Billhead - S. Horkheimer & Co., Wheeling, West Virginia, October 7, 1874 Billhead - S. Horkheimer & Co., Wheeling, West Virginia, October 7, 1874

Billhead from S. Horkheimer & Co., dealers in wool, sheep-pelts & shipping furs, tobacco, cigars, and produce, located at Cor. Eleventh & Market Streets, Wheeling, W.V. The billhead shows a purchase by Machetanz & Son on October 7, 1874, for two dozen blue tips and one dozen screws. The billhead features an illustrated storefront and a decorative, scrolled company name.

Billhead - S. L. Holzman & Bro., Helena, Montana, December 1, 1873 Billhead - S. L. Holzman & Bro., Helena, Montana, December 1, 1873

Invoice from S. L. Holzman & Bro., importers of California and Oregon fruits, cigars, notions, stationery, ammunition, and pistols, located on Main Street in Helena, Montana. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. It appears to include details of a transaction on December 1, 1873 for a buyer identified as Davis & Wallace.

Billhead - S. Levy & Brother, Albany, New York, August 3, 1895 Billhead - S. Levy & Brother, Albany, New York, August 3, 1895

Billhead from S. Levy & Brother, manufacturers of cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at 34, 34 1/2, 36 Greene Street, Albany, New York. Dated August 3, 1895. The bill is for 5 ½ dollars, likely for the purchase of cigars, from Henry Wagner, Jr.. The billhead includes a depiction of a large store building with the company's name displayed prominently. It also includes a printed header in ornate lettering.

Billhead - Sideman, Lachman & Co., New York, New York, January 21, 1887 Billhead - Sideman, Lachman & Co., New York, New York, January 21, 1887

Bill from Sideman, Lachman & Co., manufacturers of cigars, located at 202 East 100th Street, New York, NY. Dated January 21, 1887. The bill lists a purchase of cigars from Sideman, Lachman & Co. by R. C. Haliday. It shows a total of 5,000 cigars, likely “Dilllon Club” cigars, with a price of $1.20 for 1,000, totaling $325.50. The billhead has a printed header with ornate Victorian lettering, with details for locations of the business in New York, San Francisco, and Portland, Oregon. The bill shows that the order was shipped to R. C. Haliday in Dillon, Montana, and notes that the shipment was delayed due to the holidays.

Billhead - Silverman Bros & Company, Great Falls, Montana, March 2, 1892 Billhead - Silverman Bros & Company, Great Falls, Montana, March 2, 1892

Invoice from Silverman Bros & Company, wholesale liquor and cigar dealers, located in Great Falls, Montana. Dated March 2, 1892, the bill is made out to Bateman & Switzer and lists a variety of purchases including Porter, Bitters, and various liquors. The bill has a handwritten note indicating that the bill is paid. The invoice contains a list of items and quantities in a column format, and includes a handwritten total. The billhead is written in cursive script, and the business name, 'Silverman Bros & Company' appears in a larger, more ornate script with a border underneath. It is printed on thin, off-white paper, which is likely common for this period.

Billhead - Silverman Bros. & Co., Great Falls, Montana, March 31, 1892 Billhead - Silverman Bros. & Co., Great Falls, Montana, March 31, 1892

Invoice from Silverman Bros. & Co., wholesale liquor and cigar dealers, located in Great Falls, Montana, dated March 31, 1892. The invoice is addressed to Bateman and Sweitzer and lists an itemized account of liquor purchases by quantity and price. The total amount of the invoice is $16.25. The billhead features bold lettering and a clear layout. It is printed on ruled ledger paper.

Billhead - Solms & Fernbach, Austin, Nevada, March 6, 1866 Billhead - Solms & Fernbach, Austin, Nevada, March 6, 1866

Invoice from Solms & Fernbach, dealers in tobacco, cigars, perfumery, crockery, glassware, etc. located in the Bank Building, Main Street, Austin, Nevada. Dated March 6, 1866. The billhead lists items purchased by Dunian & Co. The billhead includes the business name, products sold, business address, and decorative Victorian-style lettering.

Billhead of I. Scheier & Co., Plattsburgh Cigar Factory, Plattsburgh, New York Billhead of I. Scheier & Co., Plattsburgh Cigar Factory, Plattsburgh, New York

Billhead of I. Scheier & Co., Manufacturers and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Cigars, Tobacco, Pipes, Fireworks, Fancy Goods. Located at 73 Margaret Street, Plattsburgh, New York, one door south of Cumberland House. The billhead also includes information about Congregation Beth Israel, Oak Street, Plattsburgh, founded April 27, 1865, with Rabbi Jacob Lubin and I. Scheier as President. Dated July 23, 1875.

Billhead of J.L. Hess, San Francisco, May 5, 1892 Billhead of J.L. Hess, San Francisco, May 5, 1892

Billhead of J.L. Hess, dated May 5, 1892. The billhead lists the address as 300, 302, 304 & 306 Front Street, San Francisco, California. It also features the business name "THE WERTHEIMER CO...IMPORTERS OF TOBACCO & CIGARS". The description notes that there are earlier examples of this billhead.

Billhead of Walter H. Lowenstein, Tobacco Merchant, Galveston, Texas, May 18, 1878 Billhead of Walter H. Lowenstein, Tobacco Merchant, Galveston, Texas, May 18, 1878

Billhead from May 18, 1878, for a purchase of 1000 cigars from Walter H. Lowenstein, a tobacco merchant in Galveston, Texas, to the Menger Hotel. The bill shows a purchase price of $50 plus $0.50 for the box, with the cigars to be sent via Express. The brand of cigar is listed as "Marquis of ???". The billhead is notable for its striking graphics. Further research reveals that a Milton Walter Lowenstein was born in 1888 and married Theresa Freiberg, daughter of Henry Freiberg and Emma Judah Mendelsohn Freiberg. Additional information is unavailable.

Business Card: Ullmann, Dreifus & Co., Great Leader Cigars, Cincinnati, Ohio Business Card: Ullmann, Dreifus & Co., Great Leader Cigars, Cincinnati, Ohio

This business card advertises "Great Leader Cigars" manufactured by Ullmann, Dreifus & Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features the text:"WE RECOMMEND GREAT LEADER CIGARS, 5 FOR 10 CENTS. PACKED ONLY IN POUCHES OF FIVE EACH." The back of the card depicts a winter scene with a robin perched on a branch. The style of the illustration and the overall design suggests a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is illustrated with a snow scene. A duplicate of this card is listed as a business card.

Cigar Box: Bayuk Philadelphia Hand Made Perfecto Cigar Box: Bayuk Philadelphia Hand Made Perfecto

A commercially painted cigar box for Bayuk Philadelphia Hand Made Perfecto cigars. The tin box has two sections and was used for store display. The approximate date is January 1, 1917, based on the donor's information. The box was found in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Cincinnati Post-Civil War Trade Token: B. & L. Wertheim Cincinnati Post-Civil War Trade Token: B. & L. Wertheim

Post-Civil War trade token issued by B. & L. Wertheim, cigar manufacturers in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the token features the inscription "B. & L. WERTHEIM..S.R." around the side, with a "W" in the center. The back is blank. A dealer researching this token dates its use between 1890 and 1891.

Commercial Letter from Koenigsberger, Falk & Co., Cigar Manufacturers, San Francisco, California, April 24, 1891 Commercial Letter from Koenigsberger, Falk & Co., Cigar Manufacturers, San Francisco, California, April 24, 1891

This archival object is a commercial letter on the letterhead of Koenigsberger, Falk & Co., Cigar Manufacturers, located at 119 Pine Street, San Francisco, California. The letter, dated April 24, 1891, is signed by Loewenberg. Other names appearing on the letterhead include Koenigsberger, P., Falk, Solomon, Weiler, A. I., and Steinberger, A. I. The letter mentions an office in Key West, Florida.

E. Aschermann & Co. Trade Token E. Aschermann & Co. Trade Token

Copper trade token for E. Aschermann & Co., located at 274 West Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The reverse of the token depicts an image of an Native American on horseback. While undated, the token is contextually dated to 1863 based on the provided metadata.

Isaac D. Sailer Cigar Price List, August 1895 Isaac D. Sailer Cigar Price List, August 1895

This four-page folding advertisement from Isaac D. Sailer, a Philadelphia cigar retailer established in March 1889, showcases a price list and illustrations of various cigars. The advertisement, dated August 1895, highlights the diverse selection offered by the business located at 1416 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia.

Painted Tin Sign for Lipschutz's 44 Cigars Painted Tin Sign for Lipschutz's 44 Cigars

Painted tin advertising sign for Lipschutz's 44 Cigars. The sign features the name of the business and likely depicts some visual element related to cigars (based on the image). The date of creation is unknown, but it is assumed to be from the early to mid 20th century given the style.

Trade Card for Adolf Adelmann, Tobacco Dealer Trade Card for Adolf Adelmann, Tobacco Dealer

This trade card advertises Adolf Adelmann, a tobacco dealer located at 625 Eigth Street, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a cat and mouse. The cat is perched on top of a barrel, and the mouse is trying to escape its clutches. The children are dressed in colorful clothing, and the scene is set against a background of buildings. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

Trade Card for Blankenstein's, Tobacco Merchants Trade Card for Blankenstein's, Tobacco Merchants

This trade card advertises Blankenstein's, a tobacco merchant with locations at 630 Eighth Avenue and the corner of Vesey Street and Church Street in New York City. The front of the card features a group of children looking up at a man holding a sign, which is too faded to be deciphered. The back of the card is blank. The card has a blue border. The card appears to be from the early 1900s, but the exact date is unknown.

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 D. B. Solomon, Tobacco Dealer Trade Card for D. B. Solomon, Tobacco Dealer

This trade card advertises D. B. Solomon, a tobacco dealer located at 113 Church Street. The front of the card features a gray cat teasing a white bird perched on branches. The cat is sitting on a ledge, and the bird is on the branches above, looking down at the cat. The design is simple and elegant, with the cat and bird outlined in black against a white background. The text on the card is minimal and includes only the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for F. Abraham, Tobacconist Trade Card for F. Abraham, Tobacconist

This trade card advertises F. Abraham, a tobacconist located at 25 Court Street, Boston, Massachusetts. [Adelaide Neilson, an English stage actress, appears on the card in a theatrical pose, with a shawl around her shoulders and an outstretched hand. ] The card is printed in black and white with a dark border and a white rectangle in the center. It contains white text on a black background. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Golding's Cigar Store, Syracuse, New York Trade Card for Golding's Cigar Store, Syracuse, New York

This is one of a set of four trade cards for Golding's Cigar Store located at 54 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, New York. This card depicts a girl holding flowers. The card is printed in red and black ink with a decorative floral border. [John Golding owned and operated the store.] The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Gustav Rice with Wood, Pollard & Co., Tobacco Dealers Trade Card for Gustav Rice with Wood, Pollard & Co., Tobacco Dealers

This trade card advertises Gustav Rice, a wholesaler and retailer of imported and domestic cigars. Rice's business was located at 61 Devonshire Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed on a white cardstock with black ink. It features an ornate border at the top and bottom. The text is centered. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Harry Levy's London Cigar Store Trade Card for Harry Levy's London Cigar Store

This trade card advertises Harry Levy's London Cigar Store, located at 214 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The card features a simple layout with the store's name and address printed in bold lettering at the top. The text is framed by a decorative border. The front of the card is the only side of the card with text, and the back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for Hassan, Cigar Manufacturer Trade Card for Hassan, Cigar Manufacturer

This trade card advertises Hassan, a cigar manufacturer located in New York. The front of the card features an illustration of Al Kaufman, a well-known boxer and wrestler who is known as 'The Jewish Hercules', in a fighting pose. He is wearing white pants and a white shirt. The card has a blue border and states that Al Kaufman is a Hassan smoker. The reverse side provides biographical information about Kaufman and advertises Hassan Cigars.

Trade Card for Julius Colberg & Son, Manufacturers of Fine Segars Trade Card for Julius Colberg & Son, Manufacturers of Fine Segars

This trade card, one of three identical cards in the collection, advertises Julius Colberg & Son, manufacturers of fine cigars located at 507 Fulton Street, opposite Hoyt, New York. The cards are printed in black ink on white card stock with a red border. Each card depicts a simple design featuring the company name and address. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for M. Cohen's Cigars and Cheroots Trade Card for M. Cohen's Cigars and Cheroots

This trade card advertises M. Cohen's Cigars and Cheroots. The card features a cabinet card (CDV) image of President James G. Blaine. This card may be a national tobacco card insert. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a woman in a seated position, likely holding a cigarette, with a dark background. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for M. Schneider's Hair and Shaving Dressing Parlor Trade Card for M. Schneider's Hair and Shaving Dressing Parlor

This trade card advertises M. Schneider's hair and shaving dressing parlor, located at 396 Sixth Avenue near 24th Street in New York City. [It is interesting to note that the business also sold domestic and imported cigars.] The front of the card displays a hand holding a basket of white flowers. There is a red stripe on the sweater worn by the hand. The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement.

Trade Card for Powell & Goldstein, Manufacturers of Greeting Napoleon Cigars Trade Card for Powell & Goldstein, Manufacturers of Greeting Napoleon Cigars

This trade card advertises Powell & Goldstein, manufacturers of Greeting Napoleon Cigars. The card features a booklet that opens to reveal a dancing girl with her leg kicked up. Her undergarments are exposed, revealing the nature of the product advertised. The card indicates the cigars were made by the hand union and sold at both five and ten cents. The front of the card lists the factory number 370. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card for S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke Trade Card for S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke

This trade card advertises S. Cohen's Five Cent Smoke in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman changing clothes in a beach house while a man peeks in from the outside. The woman is shown wearing a swimsuit, a large straw hat, and is holding a pair of boots. The man is dressed in a suit and has a curious expression on his face. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: Cohn's Girl Cigar, Kansas City, Kansas Trade Card: Cohn's Girl Cigar, Kansas City, Kansas

This trade card advertises Cohn's Girl Cigar. The front of the card features a picture of Louise Dempsey and the text "Smoke Cohn's Girl you will never find better." The back of the card is a full advertisement for B. Cohen's cigars, boasting that they are "the most popular cigar in the mid-West." Kansas City, Kansas is also mentioned on the back.

Trade Card: David Levy, Wholesale Dealer & Mfg. Agent in Fine Segars, Providence, Rhode Island Trade Card: David Levy, Wholesale Dealer & Mfg. Agent in Fine Segars, Providence, Rhode Island

This trade card advertises David Levy, a wholesale dealer and manufacturing agent of fine cigars. The front of the card features text prominently displaying the business's description: "Wholesale Dealer & Mfg. Agent in Fine Segars." Below this, the address is clearly printed: "No. 7 South Water Street." The style of the lettering and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is signed by David Levy.

Trade Card: Dry Goods, Groceries, Cigars, Flour, Crockery, etc. (ca. 1885) Trade Card: Dry Goods, Groceries, Cigars, Flour, Crockery, etc. (ca. 1885)

A trade card depicting various dry goods, groceries, cigars, flour, and crockery. The card also features an illustration of a woman noticing a hair on a man's jacket. The color scheme is reddish sepia. This item is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the Out-of-Series collection, Binder 1, Page 23. The card is circa 1885, and the geographic context suggests a location near 42.9298759999746, -88.8370190002482.

Trade Card: Excelsior Cigar Factory, Greenfield, J.W. Trade Card: Excelsior Cigar Factory, Greenfield, J.W.

Trade card advertising the Excelsior Cigar Factory, established in 1857. The card depicts a comic image of Evels lighting a large cigar. Addresses listed include 286 and 288 Main Street (main store) and a branch store at 185 Central Avenue, near Main. The card is circa 1885.

Trade Card: Hart & Hinman, Merchants, 171 & 173 East Main Street Trade Card: Hart & Hinman, Merchants, 171 & 173 East Main Street

Trade card advertising Hart & Hinman, merchants located at 171 and 173 East Main Street. The card depicts an oxen pulling a wagon with two men, another man on the road leading. The advertisement includes the phrase "Wines Liquors and Cigars, Open Night and Day." Printed by Morrison, Card 496. Circa 1885.

Trade Card: Havana & Key West Cigar Company Trade Card: Havana & Key West Cigar Company

Trade card advertising the Havana & Key West Cigar Company. The card features a graphic of a falcon holding a cigar on one side and a list of brands on the reverse. Printed by S. Kraut, Broadway, NY. Undated, circa 1895.

Trade Card: Hoffman's Family and Fancy Groceries, 5th and Market Streets Trade Card: Hoffman's Family and Fancy Groceries, 5th and Market Streets

Trade card advertising Hoffman's Family and Fancy Groceries, located at the corner of Fifth and Market Streets. The card depicts roses in a fancy bowl and lists the store's offerings: canned goods, wine, cigars, and country produce. The card is estimated to date from circa 1885. The card is part of a larger collection of trade cards found within Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Binder 1, Page 7.

Trade Card: J. E. Wasserboehr & Son, Tobacco and Cigars, Boston, Massachusetts Trade Card: J. E. Wasserboehr & Son, Tobacco and Cigars, Boston, Massachusetts

This trade card advertises J. E. Wasserboehr & Son, a tobacco and cigar dealer located at 149 Court Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card is primarily text-based, clearly displaying the business name and address. The back of the card is blank. While the image does not directly depict the goods sold, the subject matter strongly suggests a business in the tobacco industry given its presence in the metadata.

Trade Card: Joseph Cohen, Little Gold Dust Havana Filled 5 Cent Cigar, Boston, Massachusetts Trade Card: Joseph Cohen, Little Gold Dust Havana Filled 5 Cent Cigar, Boston, Massachusetts

This trade card advertisement for Joseph Cohen features a charming illustration on the front of a child holding a broom, framed by gold trim. The main text prominently advertises "Little Gold Dust Havana Filled 5 Cent Cigar" and includes the address: 246 Hanover Street. The back of the card, also with gold trim, shows a bird illustration and a folded calendar at the center. The color scheme appears to be predominantly sepia tones with gold accents.

Trade Card: La Rosa de Tignera Cigars Trade Card: La Rosa de Tignera Cigars

Trade card depicting a bust of Julius Caesar. The card is stamped with the question, "Do you handle La Rosa de Tignera Cigars? If not, why not?" The date is March 5, 1895. The card is part of the Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the Ohio State University (OOS), Box 2, Folder 73.

Trade Card: La Rosa Española Fine Boots and Shoes Trade Card: La Rosa Española Fine Boots and Shoes

Trade card advertising La Rosa Española, a business offering fine boots and shoes. The reverse side features an advertisement for their cigars. The card dates from circa 1885. This item is part of the Manuscript Collection 1410 (Ms. Coll. 1410) and is located in Box 3, Folder 6.

Trade Card: M. Noah Cigar Manufacturer, Little Falls, New York Trade Card: M. Noah Cigar Manufacturer, Little Falls, New York

This trade card advertises M. Noah, a cigar manufacturer in Little Falls, New York. The front of the card features a striking graphic of a Native American figure, depicted in a stereotypical and potentially offensive manner. The image is likely intended to evoke the exotic nature of cigars and their origins, but it also reflects the racist attitudes prevalent in the 19th century. Below the illustration, the text clearly states the business name and address: "M. NOAH CIGAR MANUFACTURER," "Main Street next door east of the Cottage Hall, Little Falls, New York." The back of the card is blank. This trade card likely dates from 1867.

Trade Card: M. Strasser & Co., Manufacturers of Fine Cigars, Albany, New York Trade Card: M. Strasser & Co., Manufacturers of Fine Cigars, Albany, New York

This trade card advertises M. Strasser & Co., manufacturers of cigars and leaf tobacco in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers.  Below the image, the text reads, “SILK, The Finest Cigar.” The back of the card is blank. The card's design suggests a late 19th-century origin, aligning with the company's establishment date of 1852. A related billhead mentions that Benjamin Strasser was employed by the company, and Isaac M. Strasser served as vice president of a Jewish Men's club in 1899.

Trade Card: Marx Hartman, Wines, Liquors, and Cigars, Brooklyn, NY Trade Card: Marx Hartman, Wines, Liquors, and Cigars, Brooklyn, NY

This trade card advertises Marx Hartman, purveyor of wines, liquors, and cigars. The front of the card depicts two young girls in period attire feeding a deer. This idyllic scene creates a sense of wholesomeness and natural quality, potentially associating the products with a sense of refined taste. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. On the back of the card, the following text is printed: "Families and tourists can be supplied with the choicest wines, liquids and cigars by sending their order to the above address." The address, 592 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, NY, is also prominently displayed on the front of the card.

Trade Card: Matinee Cigar Factory Coupon for Nickel Watch Trade Card: Matinee Cigar Factory Coupon for Nickel Watch

This record contains a trade card from the Matinee Cigar Factory, offering a coupon for a nickel watch. The front of the card shows a small illustration of the watch, with text indicating that sending $1.00 will redeem the coupon. The text on the front also advertises "Matinee Cigars." The back of the card (image 2) is a full advertisement for the Matinee Cigar Factory. The advertisement is largely text-based, promoting their cigars and the watch offer. The style suggests a late 19th-century origin.

Trade Card: Philip Grossman, Dealer in Fine Cigars, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Trade Card: Philip Grossman, Dealer in Fine Cigars, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This trade card advertises Philip Grossman, a dealer in fine cigars, located at 517 Callowhill Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the text "DEALER IN FINE CIGARS" prominently displayed within a decorative floral border. The address, 517 Callowhill St., is clearly visible below the main text. The overall style and design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: S. E. Isaacson, Havana and Domestic Cigars, New York, NY Trade Card: S. E. Isaacson, Havana and Domestic Cigars, New York, NY

This trade card advertises S. E. Isaacson's cigars. The front of the card features a prominent illustration of a horse's head, possibly a stylistic representation of strength and quality. Below the image, the text clearly states, "HAVANA AND DOMESTIC SEGARS." The business's address is also provided: 1 Astor Place...1 door east of Broadway, New York. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: Schymik & Lauer Havana Cigar Factory, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Trade Card: Schymik & Lauer Havana Cigar Factory, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This trade card advertises Schymik & Lauer's Havana Cigar Factory, located at 50 North Fifth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the text "HAVANA CIGAR FACTORY" prominently displayed, along with a "Red Seal" logo, suggesting a premium or quality brand of cigars. The imagery and design of the card suggest it hails from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: Steinfeld Bros., Cronies Cigars, Rochester, New York Trade Card: Steinfeld Bros., Cronies Cigars, Rochester, New York

This trade card advertises Steinfeld Bros. and their Cronies Cigars. The front of the card features a vibrant lithograph depicting a family of four squirrels perched on a pipe. The text prominently displays the advertisement: "SMOKE THE FAMOUS CRONIES CIGAR A 10 CENT CIGAR FOR 5 CENTS." The overall style is eye-catching and likely intended to attract attention to the discounted cigars. The back of the card is blank.

Trade Card: Ullmann, Dreifus & Co., Great Leader Cigars, Cincinnati, Ohio Trade Card: Ullmann, Dreifus & Co., Great Leader Cigars, Cincinnati, Ohio

This trade card advertises "Great Leader Cigars" manufactured by Ullmann, Dreifus & Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card displays the advertisement text: "WE RECOMMEND GREAT LEADER CIGARS, 5 FOR 10 CENTS...PACKED ONLY IN POUCHES OF FIVE EACH...MANUFACTURED BY ULLMANN, DREIFUS & CO." The back of the card depicts a winter scene, possibly a snowy landscape with a robin. The image suggests a peaceful and somewhat idyllic setting, contrasting with the commercial message on the front. A second image in this record shows the same card, indicating a duplicate.