Subject: Food

Envelope containing advertisements for Sinai Gepregelte Schmaltz, A. Goodman & Son Matzos (Pittsburgh Square Matzos), and Kraiin's Kosher Baked Beans. The envelope includes a return address of 914.16.18 Lombard Street and is dated circa 1916. The advertisement also references H. L. Caplan.

Billhead from A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other items, located at Front Street, Portland, Oregon. Dated June 17, 1864. The bill lists the transaction made with H. Failing. The billhead lists a transaction value of $25.77 and a note indicating that it was paid. The billhead is printed on lined paper and includes a handwritten note at the bottom.

Billhead from B. BERG, dealer in Choice Family Groceries and Provisions. Dated December 25, 1886, in Eureka, Nevada. The bill lists several items purchased, likely groceries, by Mrs. M. Joseph. The billhead includes a handwritten message, and details of the business, including a statement that fruits, vegetables, butter and eggs are a specialty. The billhead displays minimal visual features, including simple text and a single stamp with the words 'Live and Dressed Poultry' in a circular frame.

Invoice from Castle Brothers, wholesale grocers, located at 213 & 215 Front Street, San Francisco. Dated December 1, 1876. The billhead features a header with the business name and address printed in bold, and the buyer's name, N.S. Trowbridge & Co., is handwritten at the top of the page. The bill lists a series of items and their prices, totaling 116.64. The billhead notes that payment is payable in gold coin, and silver is received at its market value only.

Invoice from Charles Lehman, a wholesale and retail grocer located in Helena, Montana, dated December 28, 1874. The invoice lists the items purchased by Davis & Wallace, including: 3 ½ dozen candles, 1 dozen bottles of 'Paregoric', 1 box of raisin, 1/2 box of 'French', 1/2 dozen Curry Powder, 1 ½ dozen 'Milk R’d', 1 dozen 'Buckles', 5 ‘C.C.’ ‘Suvrin’. The billhead features an elaborate handwritten title and a bold header stating the business name, location, and a list of goods sold. It includes a price list and a handwritten notation that payment has been received.

Billhead from Charles Lehman, a wholesale and retail grocer, dealer in wines, liquors, tobacco, hardware, grain, farmers' produce, and other items, located at 70 Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated June 28, 1875. The bill lists a variety of items purchased, including goods like syrup, dried grease, pickles, butter, lard, soap, and other groceries. The transaction is likely for the purchase of these items by Davis & Wallace. The billhead includes a listing of items, quantities, and prices.

Invoice from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, ketchups, sauces, and canned goods of every description, located in San Francisco. The bill was sold to A. W. Holter and Bro., in Helena, Montana. Dated July 11, 1874. The invoice lists a variety of items such as 'Grape. Pick.', 'Pea. Soup', 'Lemon. Syrup', and 'Tomatoes'. Each item has an associated quantity and price. The billhead displays the company's name with ornate, Victorian-style lettering, and it includes decorative borders and a framed header section.

Invoice from Code, Elfelt & Co., manufacturers of jams, jellies, pickles, preserves, ketchups, sauces, and canned goods, located in San Francisco. Dated July 27, 1877. The bill lists items sold to N.S. Trowbridge & Co. in Tybo, Nevada. The invoice includes a detailed itemized list of the transaction, quantities, prices, and a total amount due of $334.17. It also includes the business's address at 314 Washington Street, the note 'Removed to' and 'Manufacturing Establishment' along with the address of 619, 621, and 623 Front St. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead - September 7, 1877, from San Francisco merchant CODE, ELFELT & CO. ,MANUFACTURERS OF Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves, Ketchups, Sauces and Canned Goods OF EVERY DESCRIPTION... Offices and Salesroom, 314 Washington Street. Manufacturing Establishment, 125, 127 & 129 Main St.... The receipt is for items sold to N.S. Trowbridge & Co. in Tybo, Nevada in the amount of $246.05, including 20 gallons of tomatoes and 20 gallons of pie fruit. The billhead is printed on light blue paper and has a decorative border around the header section. It also features a small company logo at the top of the page.

Statement of account from Feld & Silverburg, Wholesale Grocers, located at the corner of Mulberry & Crawford Streets in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Dated March 12, 1889. The bill lists a series of transaction with a customer named Terry, E. W. The bill lists the total cost of the purchase, and was likely made by Philip Feld / H. A. Silverburg. The billhead displays simple, hand-written script. Decorative elements include printed ruling lines for the details of the transactions.

Invoice from Grostein & Alexander, a general store located at the corner of Montgomery and Second Streets, Lewiston, Idaho. Dated October 26, 1867. The bill lists several items purchased by G. Gamble, including sugar, butter, syrup, bacon, peas, Japan tea, beans, and potash. It includes the prices for the goods and the total amount owed. The billhead features a simple design with the business name prominently displayed and the location listed directly below. The text appears to be written in a clear and legible script.

Invoice from Henry Ahpel & Co., wholesalers of green and dried fruits, nuts, preserves, cigars, and tobacco. Located at No. 138 J Street, between Fifth and Sixth Streets, Sacramento, California. Dated December 29, 1858. The bill lists an itemized list of items purchased by Harvy & Kennedy. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from Henry Ahpel & Co., dealers in fruits, nuts, preserves, cigars and tobacco, located at 138 J Street, Sacramento, California. Dated March 2, 1858. The bill was purchased by Hardy & Kennedy. The billhead has a printed header with ornate lettering, and a list of itemized purchased goods.

Billhead of Henry Levin, a commission merchant, located at No. 50 North Wharves, below Race Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The bill is dated August 19, 1852, and was purchased by Peter Small. The bill lists 2 barrels of mackerel purchased for $13.62. It also includes a decorative element featuring a fish, which is likely a visual representation of the business's trade in fish products. The billhead contains clear and ornate lettering, and a small business card for the buyer.

Invoice from Henry Levin, a commission merchant, located at No. 50 North Wharves, below Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated March 23, 1852. The bill lists an item purchased by P. Smou. The billhead features a decorative border, ornate lettering, and a drawing of a fish, indicating that the business likely dealt with the sale of seafood. The billhead also includes a stamp reading: “Fish, Butter, Cheese, Provisions, &c.”, providing further evidence that Henry Levin’s business was focused on food.

Billhead of J. E. Oppenheimer, a jobber of produce, fruits, cigars, confectionery, and grocers' sundries. Dated April 27, 1898. The bill lists a purchase of 10 boxes of apples by S. R. Buford & Co., and indicates the price is $1.50 per box, totaling $15.00. The billhead features a drawing of the store, intricate and ornate lettering, and a border around the header information. The bill is stamped 'Paid May 4, 1898.'

Invoice from Jos. Brooks, a wholesale and retail dealer in general merchandise, located in Silver City, Idaho Territory. The bill is dated October 31, 1872, and lists a variety of items purchased by Ouyhu & Co. The invoice shows the dates of purchase and the prices of various items. The billhead features a decorative border around the header section, which includes a description of the business's offerings.

Invoice from Joseph A. Dreyfous, a wholesale grocer and commission merchant, located at 261 Washington Street, New York. Dated March 10, 1862. The bill is for goods purchased by A. Smith & Son and includes a list of items, prices, and quantities. It features a typical billhead layout with a clearly defined header, body, and footer.

Invoice from L. Gross & Co., a wholesale confectionery and fancy grocery store located at 6 West Market Street, Paducah, Kentucky. The bill is dated October 22, 1880. The invoice is for purchases made by E. Gregory of Dycusbrg, Kentucky. The billhead has a framed header section with ornate lettering and a decorative motif of a basket of flowers. It also features a printed logo of the company's name.

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.

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.

Invoice from Mendel, Smith & Co., importers and wholesale grocers, located at 217, 219, 221, 223 East Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dated March 4, 1889. The bill lists several items purchased from the business, likely for a grocery store or a related establishment. The billhead has a printed header including a detailed drawing of the business’s location and the company logo, which includes a large building with the company name. The image provides the address and a slogan “Much Larger Than the One on Their 1885,” indicating a change of address. The text “Great Litho of Store” refers to a printing technique used to create the image on the billhead.

Invoice from N. H. Cohen, grocer, located in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Dated May 8, 1885. The invoice lists a purchase of 5 gallons of sweet wine and a key by E. C. Holt. The billhead shows a hand-written total of $7.25. The transaction was settled with a check drawn on the Commercial Bank dated May 18, 1885. The billhead indicates that N. H. Cohen is an agent for the sale of Geo. Ehret's Cabinet Lager Beer. The billhead includes basic lines for writing but does not include other visual or decorative elements.

Invoice from P. D. Code & Co., manufacturers of Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves, Ketchups, Sauces, and Canned Goods of Every Description, located at 616 & 618 Front Street, San Francisco. Dated May 5, 1873. The bill lists items purchased by C. J. King, likely for a restaurant or grocery store, and includes itemized lists, prices, and total amount due. The billhead features a framed header section with an elegant and ornate script for the business name, along with the details of business operations: Manufacturing at 621 & 623 Front Street and Packing at 117, 119 & 121 Clark Street. There is also a handwritten notation of “Elfelt” below the printed “Code” business name.

Invoice from S. H. & H. Levin & Co., commission merchants and wholesale dealers in fish, provisions, etc. The business is located at No. 154 North Wharves, Cor. Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated September 2, 1880. The bill lists a purchase of 1 bbl of mackerel, likely from T. J. Foulk & Bro. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering. Decorative elements include a framed header section with a company logo, and a banner graphic on the left side of the page advertising “Sole Agents for the Rising Sun Canned Goods.” The company also states that “No Claims allowed unless made immediately upon receipt of Goods.”

Statement of account from Simons Brothers, a business in Charleston, South Carolina, for J. B. Waring. Dated January 1, 1855. The statement lists a variety of items purchased by Dr. Waring, including flour, vinegar, molasses, soap, bitters, Rio coffee, lard, segars, lobsters, pickles, butter, raisins, figs, cheese, beef, and more. The total amount owed is $374.53. The billhead is written in cursive script, and is approximately 7 by 17 inches.

Invoice from Sol. Wangenheim & Co., manufacturers of hermetically sealed goods, located at Nos. 118, 120 and 122 Davis Street, San Francisco. Dated October 16, 1876. The bill lists a purchase of 40 kegs of small pickles and 10 kegs of 18 inch pickles, with corresponding prices. The billhead includes a business address, a description of the products, a date, a buyer name, and the quantity and price of the goods. The billhead displays ornate lettering and decorative elements with a framed header section. The billhead is printed on ruled paper with a line for a company logo at the top of the document.

Invoice from Sol. Wangenheim & Co., manufacturers of hermetically sealed goods, located at Nos. 118, 120 and 122 Davis Street, San Francisco. Dated October 2nd, 1876. The bill lists two items purchased by N.S. Trowbridge & Co, likely for resale at their grocery store in Tybo, NV. The items are

Invoice from Stern Bros., dealers in dry goods and groceries, located in Bellville, Texas. Dated September 28, 1891. The bill includes an itemized list of goods purchased, including “Fruigan,” “Fream,” and “Cotton Flannel,” with quantities and prices listed. The total cost is listed as $7.85. The billhead features a decorative header with the business name, address, and services offered, and a secondary header advertising the business as buyers of cotton and produce. The invoice is signed by the buyer, “J.A. Fennell,” and includes a handwritten note at the top of the invoice indicating that the bill was delivered to Mr. J.A. Fennell.