Subject: Comstock Lode (Nev.)

Check drawn on the Nevada Bank of San Francisco, dated December 9, 1896, and signed by Adolph Sutro. Sutro is noted for building the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode.

A large, unfilled broadside outlining eighteen articles of agreement for the Sutro Tunnel Company related to the Comstock Lode in Nevada. Dated 1866. Includes biographical information on Adolph Sutro, the originator of the Sutro Tunnel.

Billhead from Bliven & Mitchell, located at 29 New Montgomery Street in San Francisco, California, dated September 3, 1885. The billhead is addressed to Adolph Sutro, who is noted as the builder of the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead features a lithograph of Seltzer and plain water bottles. This item is part of a larger collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead issued on February 13, 1888, to Adolph Sutro from C. H. Mead, Jr., a saddle and harness manufacturer located at 16 Golden Gate Avenue in San Francisco, California. The billhead mentions Mead's patented tail guard. This billhead is part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco.

Billhead from Goldberg, Bowen & Co., wholesale and retail grocers located at 426-432 Pine Street in San Francisco, California. The billhead is made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead features an ornate lithograph depicting various grocery products. Dated January 7, 1888.

Billhead made out to Adolph Sutro, dated June 13, 1882. Sutro was the builder of the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is from James Kelly & Co., manufacturers and importers of paints, oils, and window glass, located at 221-223 Market Street, San Francisco. The billhead features a lithograph of awards and indicates payment in gold and silver. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is from the Hayes Valley Livery Stable, owned by P. J. Corbett, located at 518-520 Hayes Street, San Francisco. The billhead features a lithograph of a coach. Dated September 1, 1882.

Billhead from 1886 made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is from M. Mouret, a French bakery located at 814 Montgomery Street. The billhead features a lithograph of a farmer with wheat and specifies payment in US gold coin. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead from Bonestall, Allen & Co. Paper Warehouse, located at 413.15 Sansome Street in San Francisco, made out to Adolph Sutro. Dated June 14, 1886. Part of a collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead shows a lithograph of the store.

Billhead made out to Adolph Sutro, mayor of San Francisco, and referencing his Sutro Baths. The billhead is from White Bros., dealers in ship plank, oak timber, etc., located at Spear and Howard Streets, San Francisco. The billhead is part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro related to the Comstock Lode and the construction of the Sutro Tunnel. Dated February 24, 1896.

Billhead from E. Soule, manufacturer of carriages, wagons, trucks, and agricultural implements, located at the corner of 4th and Bryant Streets in San Francisco. The billhead is dated April 12, 1882, and was made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead features a lithograph of a buckboard. This item is part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead from August 31, 1885, made out to Adolph Sutro. The billhead features the names of two Draymen companies: J. Morton & Co. at 204 Battery St. and E. Grisar & Co. at the Northwest corner of 5th and Townsend. A depiction of a four-horse truck is also included. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco.

Billhead made out to Adolph Sutro. The billhead is part of a collection of billheads. Printed by Bacon & Co., 508 Clay and 509 Sansome Streets, San Francisco. Dated February 17, 1886. Adolph Sutro (1831-1898) was a prominent figure in San Francisco, known for building the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and serving as Mayor of San Francisco.

An ornate lithographed billhead made out to Adolph Sutro (1831-1898), Mayor of San Francisco and builder of the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode. The billhead is from a collection of billheads and is dated June 14, 1886. The billhead indicates two addresses for Sutro's business: 207.9 Sutter St. and 123 Kearny St. The business is described as a 'Crocker and Fancy Goods Company'.

Billhead from Joseph Winterburn Co., Printers & Electrotypers, located at 417 Clay Street in San Francisco. The billhead is made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead also notes a “Railroad War Fund” and is dated June 20, 1894. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead addressed to Adolph Sutro at The Lace House, 123-129 Post Street, San Francisco. The billhead indicates it was made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is dated May 31, 1886, and features the printer's mark: 'ASD D. Samuels'. This is part of a larger collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead from September 1, 1896, issued to Adolph Sutro. Part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead also mentions "Veterinary Dentist."

Billhead from J. J. Evans Manufacturing Stationer, located at 406 California Street in San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated September 4, 1885, and was made out to Adolph Sutro. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro, who is known for building the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and serving as Mayor of San Francisco.

Billhead from the Women's Cooperative Printing Office for admission tickets to Sutro Heights. Made out to Adolph Sutro (1831-1898), who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is dated February 2, 1886, and lists the address 420.30 Montgomery St. This billhead is part of a larger collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead for admission tickets to Sutro Heights, made out to Adolph Sutro (1831-1898). The billhead was printed by the Women's Cooperative Printing Office, located at 420.30 Montgomery St. The date on the billhead is September 11, 1885. This item is part of a larger collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco.

Billhead issued to Adolph Sutro. Part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The billhead is for Gladding, McBean & Co., manufacturers of sewer, water, and chimney pipe. Their factory was located in Lincoln, Placer County, California, and their office was at 1358.60 Market Street, San Francisco. The date on the billhead is December 30, 1887. Great Lithograph of Factory @ Lincoln, Placer County & Office @ 1358.60 Market.

Billhead from San Francisco, California, dated August 31, 1885. The billhead is addressed to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as Mayor of San Francisco. The bill is from the Nevada Livery and Sale Stables, owned by C. Derby, located at 1336-1338 Market Street. A large lithograph of a horse is depicted on the billhead. This item is part of a collection of billheads made out to Adolph Sutro.

Billhead from the Pacific Furniture Express Co. at 1200 Market Street, corner of Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, California, made out to Adolph Sutro on August 7, 1885. The billhead features a lithograph of a one-horse truck. This item is part of a collection of billheads addressed to Adolph Sutro, who built the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and served as mayor of San Francisco.

This bookplate features a design by Adolph Sutro, who designed and promoted the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode and later became the mayor of San Francisco. The bookplate, circa 1885, shows outstanding graphics of a miner and is from the Sutro Library. The description notes that it was never used. The bookplate's image suggests a connection to mining and San Francisco.

Broadside issued by the Sutro Tunnel Company on October 4, 1869, in Virginia City, Nevada. It explains the company's status and the powers vested in its agent, Adolph Sutro. The broadside includes details of the Power(s) of Attorney & Trust Deed granting Sutro authority to conduct company business and raise capital. The company, organized in Nevada on July 24, 1865, aimed to construct a mining and draining tunnel into the Comstock Lode. The broadside is signed by Adolph Sutro for the Sutro Tunnel Company.

Stock certificate #13 for two shares in the Bullion and Exchange Bank, Carson City, Nevada. Issued on October 27, 1887, to Jacob Klein, who was president of the bank. The certificate measures 5.25" x 9.5".

Four-page letter written on Senate Chamber letterhead by U.S. Senator John P. Jones (Nevada) to William Ralston on March 12, 1875. The letter discusses an appointment Ralston seeks, pending legislation, and Adolph Sutro's lobbying efforts against mining patents near the Comstock Lode.

A handwritten letter from S. Koya, Consul of Japan, to Adolph Sutro, Mayor of San Francisco, dated July 30, 1896. The letter is written on Consulate stationery and discusses the Sutro Tunnel and the Comstock Lode.

Broadside printed on cardstock endorsing the Sutro Tunnel project and Adolph Sutro's representation of the project to Congress and capitalists. Issued by the Nevada State Senate on January 25, 1867. The broadside includes printed signatures of Senate and Assembly officials. Measures 23" x 17". Shows signs of age, including light soil, some chips and edge toning, and a half-inch tear.

Congressional Record report to the Secretary of War, 42nd Congress, 2nd Session. The Hallmark Report details the famous Sutro Tunnel in Nevada, designed to save the Comstock Lode. Originally approved by Congress on July 1866. This is the final Congressional report before the project commenced. Dated January 7, 1872.

A stock transaction sheet from the Bullion and Exchange Bank in Carson City, Nevada, dated December 23, 1890. The form documents a request to sell 100 shares of Bullion stock, likely a silver mining stock from the Comstock Lode. The sheet is signed by H. Cohn as the purchaser.

Four-page handout advertising the Sutro Baths in San Francisco, California. Designed and promoted by Adolph Sutro, the handout highlights various attractions including bands, swimming races, a museum, and plants from the Sutro estate. The handout also mentions Sutro's role in designing and promoting the Sutro Tunnel for the Comstock Lode. Published in San Francisco, California, circa April 27, 1902.

Printed blank receipt for shares in the Sutro Tunnel Company. Designed by Adolph Sutro, who later became Mayor of San Francisco, the Sutro Tunnel was built for the Comstock Lode. This stock transfer sheet is dated 1875.

Four-page newspaper supplement from the Daily Independent, published in Virginia City, Nevada on October 31, 1874. The supplement features a lecture by Adolph Sutro on his Comstock Lode tunnel, its construction, and eventual sale. Includes illustrations and detailed descriptions of the project.

Trade card advertising Adolph Sutro and the Sutro Tunnel in Nevada, circa 1885. The card features Sutro's name and likely promotes his engineering accomplishments related to the tunnel, which was significant to the Comstock Lode.