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1900/1901 Lytle Pea Coal Advertisement and Calendar: Bomberger, J.S. & SonsThis item contains an advertisement for Lytle Pea Coal from Bomberger, J.S. & Sons, a calendar for the years 1900 and 1901, and a packet of needles. The advertisement lists addresses at 50 Maiden Lane and 33 Liberty Street. The item dates to circa 1900.
Oil Painting: Barge Life, East RiverOil on canvas painting titled "Barge Life, East River," created in 1928 by Albert Potter. Signed and dated by the artist. Considered his finest oil painting. Depicts the bustle of life on a coal barge on the East River. The painting is described as a wonderful three-tiered composition. Related artwork is noted as original drawing 1.214. Potter died from a fall from a bridge while painting. His most noted works are prints from the WPA era.
Printed broadside letter from C. A. Miltenberger & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, dated November 2, 1885, announcing the discontinuation of coal barge lists. The letter suggests a connection to the Pittsburgh Coal Company and highlights the business activities of Jewish merchants in the fuel trade.