Subject: Coal trade

This 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.

Billhead for John Rosenfeld, a coal dealer located at the corner of Spear and Folsom Streets in San Francisco. Dated January 21, 1865. The bill shows a record of purchases from John Rosenfeld by the Merrimac (Steam Tug), with a list of dates and corresponding costs. The billhead has a printed header with ornate lettering and includes the business address.

Billhead from January 21, 1865, for John Rosenfeld, a coal dealer located at the corner of Spear and Folsom Streets in San Francisco. Rosenfeld, known as the "Coal Baron" of California, was involved in exploiting coalfields in Northwestern Canada, developing Alaskan seal fisheries, and the mineral resources of Alaska.

A broadside listing coal prices by barge in the New Orleans market for December 1, 1884. The broadside was published by C. A. Miltenberger & Co. and details coal consumption in addition to the prices and barges.

A broadside listing coal prices in the New Orleans market for May 1, 1885, published by C. A. Miltenberger & Co. The broadside details coal prices by barge and lists consumption figures.

A broadside listing coal prices by barge in the New Orleans market for October 1, 1885, published by C. A. Miltenberger & Co. The broadside details coal consumption and identifies the names of barges.

Oil 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.

This is a report from the Board of Managers of the Lehigh Coal & Navigation Company to its stockholders, dated January 12, 1829. The report details the company's activities and financial standing during the preceding year. John Moss, a prominent figure in the shipping industry who owned four large vessels used in transatlantic trade, is listed as a board member.

This trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co., located at 219 N. Broadway, formerly 5th Street. [The company specialized in gas and coal fixtures, including hanging lamps, bronzes, clocks, and other items.] The front of the card features a profile illustration of a young man holding a bow and arrow. He appears to be preparing to shoot, with his concentration focused on the target. This suggests the company's high quality and precise craftsmanship. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Julius Cahn, a coal and wood dealer located at 1519 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a ship in a harbor with a red rose floating on the water. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with the business's phone number, 1637.