Subject: Indians of North America

This document is an abstract of licenses granted to individuals to engage in trade within Indian Country. It was compiled during the 18th Congress, 2nd Session, on January 17, 1825. Notably, all listed names appear to be Jewish. Further research may be needed to fully contextualize this record. The document is located in Arc.MS.56, Box 9.

This is the second, revised edition of Josiah Priest's book, *American Antiquities and Discoveries in the West*. Published in 1833, it expands upon the evidence for an ancient, partially civilized population in America, exploring their origins and describing their monumental works. Notably, this edition includes an extensive account of the Jews and a discussion of Mormon origins, new additions to this edition.

Lithographed billhead of Rassfeld & Albers, located at 114 Market Street, between Main and Second Streets in St. Louis, Missouri. The billhead is highly detailed, featuring a depiction of a Native American and a list of products. The date on the billhead is August 31, 1881.

Cabinet photograph depicting Julius Meyer, a Jewish immigrant and Indian trader, posed with two white men dressed in Native American attire. The photograph's reverse includes information about the individuals pictured and details Meyer's life and work as an interpreter and trader in Omaha, Nebraska, circa 1870s.

Carte de visite (CDV) photograph of a Pawnee man, circa 1868. The image depicts a man wrapped in a buffalo robe, holding a bow and two arrows. A single golden eagle tail feather adorns his scalp lock. The photograph bears the imprint of Max Meyer, Dealer in Musical Instruments…Fancy Goods & Cutlery, Omaha, Nebraska. The verso is stamped with the inscription "Pawnee," and the same inscription appears in reverse off-print on the recto. The photograph is likely the work of the Jackson Bros. Studio. Max Meyer was the elder brother of Julius Meyer, whose "Indian Wigwam Emporium" sold Indian artifacts and war trophies, including photographs of Native American clients.

Metal Civil War store token issued by Henry Wolf, Trunk Manufacturer, located at 211 Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. The token features a bust of a Native American wearing a headdress and surrounded by stars on the reverse. Dated circa January 1, 1863.

Legal document detailing the sentencing of Bernard Leopold in Helena, Montana on May 17, 1892, for selling whiskey to Native Americans. The sentence includes a fine of $250.00 plus court costs of $112.02, with imprisonment at Deer Lodge until the fine and costs are paid.

Hand-colored lithograph blotter published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart, depicting Pocahontas and Powhatan Indians. Published in the United States around 1900.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Chonmonicase and Neomonni, members of the Oto Nation. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart. Date of publication is estimated to be circa 1850 based on stylistic elements and available information.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting David Vann, a Cherokee chief. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart and lithographed and hand-colored by J. T. Bowen. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850.

Hand-colored lithograph depicting Meta-Koosega, President of Mikveh Israel. Published by D. Rice & A. N. Hart in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1850. Part of a four-part series depicting Native Americans.

One dollar bank note issued by I. J. Cohen & Brothers on November 13, 1839 in Baltimore, Maryland. The note features an image of an Indian on a rock overlooking a harbor with ships.

Issue of the Leavenworth Times newspaper published in Leavenworth, Kansas on July 24, 1867. The issue contains various advertisements, news related to Custer and Native Americans, and mentions individuals such as Dr. Epstein, J. Ringolsky, Jacob Sieglitz, and S.M. Rothschild.

Sepia-toned trade card depicting Indians in canoes at a seagull landing. The address 123 Union Street is visible. The card is circa 1885. The card is part of the manuscript collection and features a green and brown color scheme.

Trade card advertising Reisky's Grand Fur and Driving Goods Depot, located at 238 Arch Street. The card features a color illustration of Native Americans hunting buffalo. It is estimated to be from circa 1885. The card is part of a larger manuscript collection.

Trade card advertising the haberdashery of Ph. Strauss, located at 245 Grand Street between 6th and 7th Streets in New York City. The card features a picture of Strauss and the claim that the store has been established for over 30 years. The reverse of the card depicts two Native Americans. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting an Indian head on the front and an unidentified reverse. The card indicates the business is located at 35 East Third Street. The date is estimated as 1863 based on the collection's date range, although it is not explicitly stated on the trade card itself.

A trade token featuring an Indian head on the obverse and the words "DRY GOODS" on the reverse. The token dates to circa 1863 and is associated with Philip Bach. Its geographic location is linked to a latitude and longitude that suggests a location near Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Two metal trade tokens issued in 1863 by Lewis & Moses, dealers in crockery and glassware. Located at 221 Jefferson Avenue, Detroit, Michigan. The reverse of each token features a bust of a Native American wearing a headdress.