Subject: Invitations

Admission card for Moses A. Dropsie to a banquet at Belmont Mansion in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 4, 1873. The banquet was hosted by the U.S. Centennial Commission and the Centennial Board of Finance for the President of the United States.

Black-bordered invitation card announcing the funeral of Jacob Loeb, to be held at the residence of his brother, Joseph Loeb, at 1722 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 8, 1888. Found among the Loeb family archives.

This invitation from Goldsmith Bros. "Bee Hive One Price Store" in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, announces their grand fall opening. The invitation, dated October 25-29, 1884, features a gold-embossed cover depicting a hearth and clock. The interior includes details about the opening and has two pages filled out by a customer. The back cover contains an advertisement. This piece offers insight into late 19th-century retail practices and advertising in a small Pennsylvania town.

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This item is an invitation announcing the grand opening of Henry Bernhard's store, featuring French Pattern Bonnets, Hats, and other novelties. The opening event was scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, October 13th, 14th, and 15th, 1881, at his establishment located at 190 Main Street in Middletown, Connecticut. The card features decorative elements including script lettering for the opening line, "FRENCH PATTERN BONNETS, HATS" in an ornate arched text with flourishes, and decorative dividers surrounding the name "HENRY BERNHARD." The corners of the card are rounded.

This archival item consists of an invitation and program for the commencement exercises of the Medical School of the University of the City of New York, held on February 16, 1875, at Steinway Hall in New York, New York. The invitation is a separate pass measuring 3-1/4" x 5-1/2". The one-page program lists S. Kohn and E. De Lyon as ushers.

Printed invitation to a ball held in Lexington, Kentucky on November 16, 1824, in honor of General Andrew Jackson following his loss in the 1824 presidential election. The invitation lists prominent Lexington businessmen as managers, including Jewish merchant Benjamin Gratz. The ball was held at Mrs. Keen's Inn.

Printed invitation to a birthday party at 2614 North 7th Street. Features a print of a child cooking by artist Maud Humphrey. Dated February 16, 1899.

Envelope containing an invitation to a Hebrew Charity Ball held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 15, 1882. The invitation includes instructions regarding attire and the start time of the Grand March. The envelope also contains additional notes indicating a possible purchase at a shop belonging to Scheler, a printer and bookbinder in New York.

Handwritten invitation signed by Dr. Herbert Friedenwald to attend a History Club meeting at his home, 915 N. 16th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on November 15 (undated, estimated 1895 based on biographical information). Judge Samuel W. Pennypacker was to be the speaker at the meeting.

Invitation and ticket to a lecture by Isaac Leeser titled "On the past History and Future Prospects of Israel," held at Sansom Street Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 12, 1858. The invitation, printed on thin blue paper, includes details about the lecture time (8:00 PM) and ticket price (50 cents), with instructions to purchase tickets from D. H. Solis at 622 Arch Street. A separate ticket is printed on green stock.

Invitation to a lecture titled "The Secret of Israel's Strong Vitality" delivered by S. Roubin at Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The exact date of the lecture is unknown; the invitation is undated.

Broadside invitation to a meeting of the United Hebrew Benevolent Society held at S. Bernheim's house on Walnut Street in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 1, 1854. The invitation lists I.M. Wise as President and A. Abraham as Treasurer. Published in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Printed invitation to a President's Day dinner, issued in Paris, France on February 21, 1829. The invitation was sent by Uriah P. Levy, R. H. Cabell, and Sam J. Fisher. Signed on the reverse by George McLeod. Single page, trimmed 8vo.

Postcard invitation to a special meeting of the Hebrew Female Orphan Dowry Society of New York, held at Temple Beth-El on May 16, 1875. The invitation lists J.C. Bachman and Nathan Herman.

Printed invitation to a wedding (or betrothal) for Caecilie Horowitz and M. H. Lewkowicz. The invitation was issued in New York, New York on November 6, 1892.

Invitation to a dance hosted by the Outing Cycle Club of Florence, Massachusetts, on February 21, 1890. Music will be provided by Jacoby's Orchestra, formerly of the Boston Globe Theatre. The invitation is a printed broadside.

Printed invitation with manuscript additions addressed to "Brother Rev. Isaac Leeser" to attend a meeting of the B'nai Brith Lodge. The invitation is undated, but given that District Grand Lodge No. 3 was instituted in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1856, it is likely to be from that period or later.

Handwritten invitation to a dinner party at the home of J. Weiner located at 866 North 7th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 24, 1880. The invitation was most likely sent to Mayer Sulzberger.

Invitation from Mayer Sulzberger to an unknown recipient for a dinner at the Hotel Bellevue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to meet Mr. Justice Dean and Mr. Justice Fell. The invitation is dated circa 1885. The Hotel Bellevue's address is listed as the Northeast Corner of Sixth and Chestnut Streets, Philadelphia, PA.

Printed invitation to a meeting of the directors of the Hebrew Education Society on February 27, 1855. The invitation requests the attendance of Isaac Leeser and includes the address, time, and other meeting details. The invitation is signed by the secretary, A. Finsi. The dimensions are approximately 3 x 7 1/2 inches. The original is located in Arc.MS.56, Box 3, Folder 5.

Printed invitation to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia from the Hebrew Education Society. The invitation, dated November 3, 1853, requests his attendance at a meeting to elect a principal English teacher. The invitation is partially filled out.

Manuscript invitation to James Buchanan, the US Ambassador (and later President), and his niece Harriet Lane, to dinner at the London home of Lionel de Rothschild and his wife Charlotte. The invitation, written on behalf of the Rothschilds, was issued from their residence at 148 Piccadilly, London, circa 1854. It is a single page with an integral blank and a small tear in the upper right corner.

Invitation to a lecture on "Jews and the Crusades" by Professor Dana Munro, followed by the presentation of a painting to the Mikveh Israel Association by Meyer Danzig in honor of Dr. Sabato Morais. Held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 16, 1902.

Color invitation to an event at the Museum Parkway and Twenty-First Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation was sent to Etta Mastbaum and is in its original envelope. The date of the event is November 29, 1929. Connection to Mikveh Israel Congregation is noted.

An invitation to a motion picture entertainment at Gratz College, presented by the Mikveh Israel Association on Sunday evening, February 14, 1926, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation lists numerous names, suggesting a guest list or attendees of the event.

Invitation to a ceremony hosted by Mr. & Mrs. B. I. Potsdamer at Handel and Haydon Hall on Wednesday, June 14, 1865, at 4:00 PM. The invitation was sent to Isaac Leeser. Potsdamer & Co., a Jewish Philadelphia lithographic firm active from 1875-1885, is mentioned in the description. Established by Theodore Potsdamer and Alfred Jones as Jones & Potsdamer (321 Chestnut Street) around 1872, Jones left the partnership in 1875. Potsdamer continued operations as Potsdamer & Co. until 1885 (relocating to 243 South Third Street in 1882), when it was taken over by the Ketterlinus Company. The firm primarily produced chromolithographic trade cards and advertising ephemera, mostly for local Jewish benevolent organizations like the Society of the United Hebrew Charities of Philadelphia, Jewish Hospital Association of Philadelphia, and Jewish Foster Home and Orphan Asylum of Philadelphia.

This archival item consists of an invitation to Mr. & Mrs. H. H. Cohen's home on Wednesday, February 16th (likely 1866), along with two additional cards mentioning a ceremony at 12:00 o'clock and Miss Elizabeth Cohen. The item also includes a personal letter, largely focused on the death of the writer's father, family matters, and a nephew's emigration to British Columbia. The letter mentions greetings from Mr. Belasco, Mrs. Piciotto, and a sister, as well as from the writer's husband, Solomon Almosnino. The letter is addressed to Isaac Leeser. Found in an envelope addressed to Isaac Leeser.

Invitation to Rabbi Leon H. Elmaleh's Farewell Sermon at Mikveh Israel Synagogue. The invitation is part of Arc.MS.56, Volume 2, Page 55. The date of the sermon is unknown.

Postcard invitation to a social event hosted by the Temple Emanuel Women's Auxiliary. The invitation is dated November 13, 1910. The postcard mentions Moses Meyer and Abe Stern.

An invitation to an event at Temple Israel in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, dated January 1, 1930. The invitation is printed on cloth.

Printed invitation to the annual festival of the Baltimore United Hebrew Assistance Society, held on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 1854, in Baltimore, Maryland. The invitation was issued by Ignatius Lauer and S. G. Putzel, the Society's President and Secretary, respectively. This is the earliest known surviving invitation for a charity event held by the Baltimore United Hebrew Assistance Society.

Printed invitation to Isaac Leeser to attend the annual meeting of the United Hebrew Beneficent Fuel Society in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation, partially filled out, is dated November 3, 1853, and signed by Sec. L. Rains.

Printed invitation to the Bar Mitzvah of Simeon Marcus at Congregation Shaaray Tefila in Boston, Massachusetts. The invitation, dated by the Hebrew year 5637 (1876-1877 CE), is addressed to an unknown recipient. The invitation's text suggests a connection between the Marcus family and South Africa. The invitation was found among the papers of Washington Parker Gregg (1803-1892), a wealthy Bostonian.

An invitation to the "Cadet Hop" at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, on July 4, 1860. The invitation, in its original envelope, was addressed to "The Misses Mordecai" care of Major Mordecai at the Watervliet Arsenal in West Troy, New York. Alfred Mordecai Jr. was a cadet at the academy at the time.

Folded invitation to a ceremony at the New Irving Hall, located at 214-220 Broome Street in New York City. The invitation also mentions the bride's residence at 45 Eldridge Street. The invitation is dated January 8, 1901. The invitation is folded into three parts.

Printed invitation to the consecration of Congregation Rodeph Shalom in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on September 8, 1847. The invitation, printed on a stampless envelope, was addressed to P. D. Vroom in New Jersey and signed by Rabbi Kahn. It lists board members: Jacob Langsdorf, J. Patman, A. Stein, J. Einstein, H. Simson, and M. Gerstley.

Invitation to the consecration of the Long Branch Hebrew Congregation, the House of Miriam, on Sunday, July 22, 1888, at North Bath Avenue, Long Branch, New Jersey. The invitation lists B. Sussman and F.W. Marks as trustees.

Letter from A. Abrams, Secretary of the Shangarai Chasset (Gates of Mercy) Congregation, to Isaac Hart, inviting him to the consecration ceremony of their new synagogue in New Orleans on April 1, 1845. The letter mentions the involvement of L. C. Levy, Maurice Hart, Joseph Simon, and M. M. Simpson in the event. This letter is significant as a rare surviving record from the early years of the first permanent Jewish house of worship in Louisiana.

Printed invitation to the dedication of a new building for the Jewish Foster Home and Orphan Asylum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on June 12, 1881. The invitation is addressed to Mayer Sulzberger. The new location was on Mill Street (later Church Lane near Chew Street) in Germantown.

This archival collection consists of four items related to the dedication of the Union Street Synagogue in Petersburg, Virginia, on January 5, 1877. The collection includes a dedication invitation, an envelope, and two tickets. The invitation lists A. Rosenstock, A.S. Reinach, and Eigenbrun as members of the Committee on Invitations. The materials are housed in Arc.MS.56, Box 13, Folder 10.

This is an invitation to the celebration of the golden wedding anniversary of Mr. & Mrs. Emmanuel Goldsmith, held at the residence of Mr. & Mrs. Henry Goldsmith, 284 West 34th Street, New York City, on April 27, 1862. Addresses were to be delivered by Rev. Raphael and Rev. S. M. Isaacs.

An invitation to the annual ball of the Hebrew Charity Ball Association, held at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 29, 1885. The back of the invitation lists approximately 100 names.

Broadside invitation to the inaugural ball for President James K. Polk and Vice President George Mifflin Dallas, held on March 4, 1845. David Levy Yulee, a Florida Senator, is listed on the Committee of Invitation. This broadside is significant for being one of the earliest known examples of a Jewish individual being included in the official events of a presidential inauguration.

An invitation to the inauguration dinner of the Bnai Jeshurun Educational Institute in New York, New York. The invitation is dated 1863.

Printed invitation, in French, to the interment of Mr. Levy Solomons in Montreal, Quebec, on May 18, 1792. Addressed to Pierre Guy, Esq. This is considered the earliest extant formal invitation to a Jewish interment in North America. Levy Solomons (b. England 1730- d. Montreal 1792) was a merchant, fur trader, and co-founder (1768) of the Shearith Congregation in Montreal. The document measures 7" x 9".

Lithographed invitation to the laying of the cornerstone ceremony for the new hospital buildings of Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, New York, on May 23, 1901. The invitation features a large illustration.

An invitation letter, dated February 14, 1851, from Henry Goldsmith to Isaac Leeser, inviting him to attend the laying of the cornerstone of Congregation B'nai Jeshurun in New York City on February 25, 1851, at 2:00 PM.

Broadside invitation to the laying of the cornerstone of the new Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on May 9, 1859. The invitation notes that the sale of the cornerstone and other honors will take place on Sunday, May 8th, at the Cherry Street Synagogue. Numerous names are listed on the invitation. The invitation is dated May 3, 1859.

Invitation to a Chanukah Festival given by the Mishkan Israel Sabbath School in Hamden, Connecticut on Wednesday evening, December 22, 1886, at Germania Hall. The event included a play and an orchestra. The invitation is a printed broadside.

Printed invitation to the National Birth Night Assembly held at Carusi's Saloon in Washington, D.C. on February 24, 1845. The invitation lists David Levy Yulee and 28 other Senators, as well as numerous Army and Naval officers, including Major General Winfield Scott, as managers of the event. Printed on thin blue paper.

Invitation to Erwin Piscator from Pierre van Paassen, National Chairman of the Committee for a Jewish Army of Stateless and Palestinian Jews, to attend the National Proclamation Dinner on August 15, 1942. Piscator, a noted director and the director of the School of the Theater at the New School for Social Research, signed the invitation.

Invitation letter to Erwin Piscator from Gabriel Wechler, National Secretary, inviting him to a National Proclamation Dinner. Dated December 2, 1942. The letter notes Piscator's role as director of the School of the Theater at the New School for Social Research and mentions the Committee for a Jewish Army of Stateless and Palestinian Jews. Piscator signed the letter. The invitation is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

Invitation letter addressed to Dr. Erwin Piscator, a noted director and director of the School of the Theater at the New School for Social Research. The invitation is from Gabriel Wechler, National Secretary, to attend the National Proclamation Dinner. The letter is dated November 25, 1942. Dr. Piscator's signature is present on the letter. The letter also mentions the Committee for a Jewish Army of Stateless and Palestinian Jews.

Invitation to the Old Folks & Bachelor's Ball held at Brewer's Hall on Monday evening, January 1st, 1866. The Great Western Band was in attendance. The invitation lists several cities (Lincoln, Atlanta, Broadwell) and managers (Rosenthal, Lewis | Stern, Samuel | Eichburg, Samuel | Goldsmith, H.) associated with the event, though the exact location is unclear.

This is an invitation from Hutzler Brothers, a Baltimore department store, to a three-day opening display of their winter and fall dress goods, held on September 21st, 22nd, and 23rd, 1891. The invitation features high-quality printing, showcasing the store's building on the cover and the event details inside.

Admission card or invitation to the opening of the new building of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange on June 29, 1876. The invitation was issued to Moses A. Dropsie, an individual active in Jewish affairs. This item is related to another item in the collection (12.997).

Invitation to the opening of the new building of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, issued by the Philadelphia Stock Exchange for Moses A. Dropsie on June 29, 1876. The invitation is a printed card.

Printed invitation to a Purim entertainment at the Religious School of Mikveh Israel, located at 117 North Seventh Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation is dated March 4, 1906.

Printed invitation to Isaac Leeser for the second annual Hebrew Charity Dinner, to be held on December 18, 1853, at Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation is signed by A. Hart, Jos. Newhouse, and I. Binswanger, and was folded for hand delivery.

Invitation to a charity ball at the Lookout Inn on Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, on Friday, April 6, 1894. The invitation mentions George W. Ochs, who is listed as floor manager.

Invitation to a meeting of the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of the USA and Canada. The meeting was held at a synagogue located on East 85th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues in New York City on May 22, 1908. The invitation was sent to L.E. Levy at 854 N. 8th Street, Philadelphia, suggesting a connection to Mikveh Israel Congregation.

Folded invitation to a wedding ceremony held at Teutonia Hall, located at 66 Essex Street, New York City. The bride's residence is listed as 45 Eldridge Street. The invitation is dated January 2, 1902, and is folded into three parts.

Wedding invitation printed in English and Yiddish for the marriage of Backy Mogilefsky and Abe Kramer. Held at the bride's residence in Malaga, New Jersey on August 26, 1893.

Printed invitation to the wedding of Fannie Berlin and Aaron Schneider, held at No. 2 Washington Hall in Woodbine, New Jersey, on December 27, 1898. The invitation is bilingual, in English and Yiddish.

Invitation to the wedding of Fanny Massman and Joseph G. Arnold, to be held at Musical Fund Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, April 22, 1868, at 4 o'clock PM. Issued by Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Massman.

An invitation to the wedding of Sarah E. Revere and Samuel M. Etting. The invitation indicates the ceremony will take place at 2110 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The invitation is dated circa 1860.

This archival collection contains three items related to the Annual Hebrew Charity Ball held at the American Academy of Music in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on February 6, 1873. The collection includes one ticket and two invitations. One invitation is red, and the other is green. David Aaron served as the Master of Ceremonies. These items are part of a larger set (see 20.437).

Letter from Joseph Bloomingdale to Isaac Leeser inviting him to a ball on February 22, 1867. The letter features the embossed seal of a lodge with an oil derrick, indicating its founding in 1866. The letter was written from Franklin, New York, a boomtown located 10 miles from Titusville, where oil was first discovered approximately two years prior.

A short, neatly penned letter from Mrs. Meyers to Isaac Leeser inviting him to their daughter's wedding. The letter includes its original envelope. Dated March 24, 1850.

Letter from Sam Frank to Mayer Sulzberger inviting him to a wedding anniversary celebration in Paris, France, dated August 25, 1880. The letter is written in English.

Two-page letter addressed to Mayer Sulzberger, concerning a dinner invitation to the sender's home. The sender's identity is illegible. The letter is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Horsfall & Rothschild, a business located at 93-99 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is die-cut in the shape of flowers and opens to reveal an invitation to their Spring Opening. [Rothschild was active in Jewish affairs. His partner of many years, Luke Horsfall, was a Christian.]

This trade card advertises Myer Siegel & Co. of Los Angeles, California. The card features a cut-out silhouette of a woman in a fancy gown. The front of the card is blank, but the back is filled with advertising information for the business. The card is dated circa 1885.

This record contains a letter and envelope comprising a wedding invitation. The letter, dated August 15, 1848, is an invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Abraham Mitchell to Reverend Isaac Leeser to attend the wedding of their daughter Rebecca to Mr. Pincus King. The invitation specifies the date as Wednesday, the 23rd, at 3:30 PM, and provides the address: 395 Hudson Street, New York. The accompanying envelope is addressed to "Revd. Isaac Leeser, Phila." The letter is written in a formal style, typical of invitations from this period. The envelope shows some signs of age and wear, with potential for some fading or discoloration of ink. The image of the letter shows clean, clear handwriting.

This item consists of a tripartite wedding invitation suite for the marriage of Thersa Baer and David Nieto. The invitation announces a ceremony at the Nineteenth Street Synagogue in New York City, followed by a dinner at Mazetti's restaurant. Published in New York, New York on June 6, 1888.