Subject: Confectionery

An advertising booklet, titled "A. B. C. Guide," for Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, confectioners located in San Francisco, California. The booklet lists over 100 varieties of their "Fine Cream Works and Chocolate Goods" in alphabetical order, including candies such as Ambrosia Cream, Apricot Bonbons, Children's Delight, Olympic Bonbons, and Zante Currant Balls. It notes that goods are "Elegantly Packed in 5-Lb. Cartons" and made with "Best Materials and Finest Fruit Flavors." The cover features red ink on tan cardstock, with decorative Victorian-style borders, ornate typography, and a charming illustration of a bear holding a candy bar. The booklet also mentions that a complete catalog and a catalogue of Christmas goods were available. 3.

This billhead records a transaction where A. M. Hotler purchased 14 lemons for $1.00 from M. Silverman, a wholesale and retail dealer in Helena, Montana, on August 1, 1881. The business offered a diverse range of products, including cigars, tobaccos, arms, ammunition, cutlery, pipes, green fruits, Sharps business items, sporting and Creedmore rifles, field glasses, clocks, notions, toys, and confectionery. The bill is marked as "Paid M.S.". Visually, the item features a prominent, ornate block letter masthead for "M. SILVERMAN," with a detailed list of goods presented in a smaller, elegant serif font, characteristic of late 19th-century commercial printing. The document includes standard ruled lines for transaction details. 3.

This archival item consists of a billhead and a postal envelope from Louis Saroni & Co., a confectionery company located at 118 & 120 Davis Street in San Francisco, California. The billhead and envelope are dated January 18, 1887, and were addressed to C. Augustine in San Andreas, California. The company, initially known as the Pacific Coast Candy Co., was founded by Louis Saroni and was among the first on the West Coast to utilize steam-powered confectionery production. The records reflect the business activities of Louis Saroni & Co., which succeeded Hirschfeld & Saroni. David Hirschfeld and Louis Saroni were both German Jewish immigrants.

Billhead from Goldschmidt & Co., confectionery manufacturers, located at 7 Wooster Street near Canal Street, New York, New York. The billhead is dated April 29, 1879, and advertises the company as "MANUFACTURERS OF PURE FRENCH AND AMERICAN CONFECTIONERY."

Billhead from Julius Weil, a manufacturing confectioner and wholesaler, located at 206 Broadway, Paducah, Kentucky. The billhead, dated July 31, 1882, features a lithograph of the store front. Julius Weil was active in Jewish affairs.

This holiday circular for Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, Manufacturing Confectioners and Importers of Tree Decorations and Christmas Goods, advertises a wide array of confectionery and seasonal items. The circular details their specialty in "strictly pure Confectionery from the best materials only and free from any adulteration whatsoever," listing various candies such as Fine Cream Candies, Hand Dipped Dreams, and Marshmallows. It also features an extensive catalog of Christmas decorations including Paper Mache Figures, Tree Ornaments (tinsels, glass balls, silver spun), Artificial Christmas Trees, Christmas Candles, and Cake Ornaments. The front of the circular is adorned with an ornate, Victorian-style red illustration of a bear holding a candy cane, serving as a company logo and "Registered Trade Mark." Headings are presented in decorative red ink. The back pages provide detailed lists of products with quantities and prices per box or piece, indicating the range of goods offered for holiday sales.

A handwritten legal manuscript issued by Prussian authorities in Freren, Germany, on August 28, 1848. The document provides biographical information for Samuel Weinberg, including his birthdate of June 5, 1834, his father Heinemann Weinberg, and his mother Adelheid née Sutro (sister of Rabbi Abraham Sutro). The item is heavily damaged, repaired with tape, and shows significant wear and tear. It features a circular Prussian seal near the bottom. 3.

A letter dated February 25, 1876, from Greenfield & Strauss, wholesale confectioners in New York City, to the Kenton Savings Bank in Kenton, Ohio. The letter contains instructions to the bank. The letter measures approximately 5 1/4" x 8 1/4".

A commercial letter written by M. Levy of M. Levy Confectioneries, Fruits, Bakery, and Manufactory in Aberdeen, Mississippi, to Bungauer & Weil on March 21, 1877. The letter expresses complaint about the non-receipt of goods. The letter is handwritten and signed.

This trade card advertises Alfred B. Wenrich, a confectioner located at 16 North Thirteenth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young sailor boy dressed in a uniform, carrying a tray of food on a ship. The background features a ship's rigging. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cahn's Celebrated Cincinnati Candies, located at 161 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls enjoying themselves in a park setting. One of the girls sits on a bench while the other looks over her shoulder. There are trees and foliage in the background, creating a serene atmosphere. The card features a decorative border. This card was featured in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Stiner & Co., importers and wholesale dealers in confectionery, located at 663 Ninth Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy standing on a beach with a bucket and shovel. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises L. Schwarz, a manufacturing confectioner specializing in chocolate and bonbon novelties. The card features a colorful image showcasing various chocolates and sweets in an elaborate display. The card features a red border with a red and white stripe inside the border. There are two trade cards in this record. The first card in the record is the one described. The second card is in the same style and features the same logo but has a black border. Both cards are blank on the back.

This trade card advertises the services of M. Steinberg, a supplier of essential oils, fruit extracts, and colorings for confectioners and soda water dealers. The front of the card features an ornate floral design. The business's name is prominently displayed at the top, followed by a description of the products offered and the address: 1687 Park Avenue, between 118th and 119th Streets, New York, NY.

This trade card advertises the Wiedmann Candy Manufactory, located at 418 J Street, Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a yellow rose on a branch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiedmann Candy Manufactory, a candy and nut dealer in Sacramento, California. The card features an illustration of a red rose and a blue pot with a candy cane. The front of the card provides the address of the store: 419 K Street, 418 J Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, confectioners located at 1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is silver and features a cherub with a crown and wings on top of a woman angel with wings. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Friits Candies and Holiday Goods, as well as novelties for weddings and parties.

This trade card advertises Winkler's Confectionery & Ice Cream Parlor, located at 225 Market Street corner Mulberry Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a central tree with daisy flowers on its branches. The card is printed in black ink, and the text indicates the shop offers homemade candies and ice cream. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting a girl eating a bonbon. The card advertises "Benjamin's Fine Candies and Imported Fruits." The card is circa 1885. This item is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the OOS, Binder 1, Page 10.

Trade card advertising the Merkel Confectionery Store located at 96 Cherry Street in Macon, Georgia. The card likely dates to circa 1885. Confectionery stores typically sold candy, fruit, and toys. Information about the store and its owner, Louis Merkel, can be found in online resources, which also indicate Merkel's membership in the town orchestra.

This trade card advertises Mrs. E. M. Wiedmann's candy and manufacturing business. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of red and yellow roses in a vase, set on a table with various candies or sweets. The overall color palette is vibrant, likely using red and yellow as prominent colors. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. Below the image, the text "CANDY & MANUFACTURER" is clearly displayed, indicating the nature of the business. The address, 418 & 419 K St., Sacramento, is also visible. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for Schall & Co., wholesale manufacturers and importers of confectioners' ornaments and materials. Located at 388 Pearl Street, at the junction of New Bowery, New York, New York. The card lists a variety of confectionery items. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising W. Gruenhagen, successor to Geo. Haas & Co., purveyors of fine candies. The card notes that Haas retired on November 4, 1880, and Gruenhagen, his partner for 14 years, took over the business located on Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. Circa 1880.