Subject: Jewish merchants

An advertising blotter for Goldstein Bros., dye manufacturers, located at 137 West 27th Street, New York, New York. The blotter features a drawing of a woman in a fur coat on the telephone and the tagline, "The man is wise who uses Goldstein's Dyes." Telephone number 2349 Watkins is also listed. Circa 1890s.

An advertising trade card for A. Goodman & Son, featuring their trademark and advertising matzoths. The card displays the address 634.640 East 17th Street, New York City. Likely published circa 1900.

A printed advertisement for S. Levitoff's clothing store in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The advertisement includes a picture of the store and a price list. The date of publication is unknown, but based on stylistic elements, it is likely to be from the early 20th century.

Advertisement for Lubow Bros., offering suits, topcoats, and overcoats at a single price of $12.75. The advertisement lists numerous local stores in six states and indicates a factory at 26 Washington Place, NYC. It is stamped "818 Liberty Ave. Pittsburgh". Undated.

A calendar issued by Mrs. Mark Cohen & Sons in Sharon, Pennsylvania in 1909. The calendar features an image of a horse's head.

Promotional calendar issued by Liebenstein Bros. in Pearl City, Illinois in 1910. Features an image of a water tower.

A calendar advertising D. Chaitkin's business. The calendar features an image of a woman with a horse. Published in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1910.

A floral calendar advertising David Lubenow's business in Great Bend, North Dakota. Undated, likely from the early 20th century based on style.

A calendar advertising M. Sheer Delicatessen, located at 990 Sutter Street in Brooklyn, New York. The calendar features an illustration of an owl perched on a calendar. Undated, but likely from the early 20th century (circa 1915).

This is a profusely illustrated wholesale catalogue from Henry Cohen, a prominent Philadelphia merchant, published in 1859 by Henry B. Ashmead. The catalogue features a wide array of stationery items, along with a notable section dedicated to "games and amusements," including numerous engraved illustrations of chess pieces. The catalogue provides insights into the commercial activities of a leading Jewish merchant in 19th-century Philadelphia. Cohen's grandfather arrived in Philadelphia in the 1760s, and Henry himself immigrated from England in 1837; he died in 1879 and served as president of Mikveh Israel.

This is a circa 1875 catalog from Hartz & Levy's Magical Bazaar, located at 1131 Broadway in New York City. The catalog lists a variety of magical tricks, scientific toys, and novelties. The firm was notable for being one of the first American magic shops and for its connection to the Hartz family, known for their contributions to Vaudeville and magic.

This 1876 catalogue from Starr & Marcus, located at 22 John Street in New York City, details the items they displayed at the International Exhibition in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The catalogue showcases their collection of precious stones and jewelry, likely including descriptions and prices of various pieces. The catalogue offers insight into the business practices and offerings of a prominent Jewish merchant firm in the late 19th century.

This is a fully illustrated Spring 1880 catalogue from Julius Saul & Son, a clothing retailer with stores in New York City, Troy, and Albany. The catalogue features boys' and men's clothing and includes an embossed bust of a girl in gold on the cover. The company's addresses are listed as 18 & 20 Astor Place, near Broadway and 8th Street in New York City.

This is a fully illustrated spring 1884 catalogue from Ehrich Brothers', a department store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The catalogue showcases a wide variety of goods, including clothing, dry goods, and other items. The Ehrich Brothers were known for their involvement in Jewish communal affairs. This catalogue reflects the diverse merchandise and prominent role they played within the New York Jewish community.

This catalogue, published circa 1885 by Newman and Levinson of San Francisco, California, serves as both a price list for dry goods and a comprehensive guide to knitting. Printed by S.W. Raveley, it contains illustrations and instructions for various knitting projects. The catalogue reflects the business practices of a Jewish-owned dry goods store in late 19th-century San Francisco.

This four-page catalogue from I. Ulman & Sons, located at 310 Light Street in Baltimore, Maryland, offers a detailed price list of their goods. A lithograph of the store is featured on the catalogue. The catalogue likely details the various food items sold by the company. The date is circa 1885 based on the information available.

This four-page price list catalogue from I. Ulman & Sons, a Baltimore-based business, is dated circa 1885. It details the prices and descriptions of food products sold by the company and features a lithograph of their store at 310 Light Street. The catalogue provides a detailed inventory of groceries and provisions, likely targeting both retail customers and perhaps wholesale buyers.

This is a wholesale price list catalogue from Kohn Brothers, a Chicago-based clothing wholesaler, published circa 1885. The catalogue details prices for summer clothing. The back cover features an illustration of the store and boasts that Kohn Brothers is the "Largest Clothing Wholesaler in America," established in Chicago in 1855. The catalogue likely includes details on various men's and women's summer clothing items.

This is a four-page folding card price list catalogue from Frank Bros. & Co., a Philadelphia-based business, published in Spring 1886. The catalogue details the prices and descriptions of clothing and goods sold by the company. The catalogue's contents include details on men's and women's clothing, fabrics, and other related items.

This is a Spring 1886 catalogue from Julius Saul, a New York City-based clothing retailer with stores in New York City, Troy, and Albany. The catalogue features illustrations of boys' and men's clothing. The cover features an embossed bust of a girl in gold. Julius Saul was active in Jewish affairs; his daughter, Rose Saul, married Dr. Maurice Joseph Lewi.

This is a fully illustrated Fall 1888 catalogue from Ehrich Bros., a New York City department store. The catalogue showcases a wide variety of clothing for men, women, and boys. The store was known for its involvement in Jewish community affairs; it was founded by three brothers.

This is a complete mail-order catalog from Rosenham Bros., a New York City-based business, offering a wide variety of whiskey, wine, brandy, and other spirits. The catalog includes prices, an order form, and a calendar. The catalog likely dates to around 1891, based on the date provided in the metadata. This catalog provides insight into the business practices of Jewish merchants in late 19th-century New York and the types of alcoholic beverages available at the time.

This 12-page illustrated catalogue, published in 1892 by Lazarus, Rosenfeld & Lehmann of New York City, showcases the "Liberty & Progress" line of vases from the Victoria China Works in Carlsbad, Austria. Each vase is described and illustrated within the catalogue, offering a detailed look at the company's offerings. The catalogue highlights the aesthetic and decorative aspects of the vases.

This is a four-page catalog from Joseph Miller, a New York City metal goods merchant, published in 1900. The catalog, printed in both Yiddish and English, lists prices, types, and sizes of various metal goods sold by Miller at his shop located at 25 Canal Street, New York City.

This 8-page catalogue from Wechsler, Abraham & Co., a New York City department store, is presented in magazine format. It advertises a wide range of dry goods and other department store items. Published in December 1877, the catalogue lists the store's addresses at 297-299 Fulton Street and 266-268 Washington Street in New York City. The catalogue reflects the fashion and consumer goods available in a late 19th-century American department store.

An unusual advertising piece: a brush with the name and address 'M. Born & Co.' carved into the handle. The brush was likely given away as an advertisement for the company. Originating from Chicago, Illinois, United States; undated, but likely circa 1920.

A whiskey jug with an impressed advertisement for A. Rosenbaum, a dealer in wines and liquors located at 2228 Boston Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Undated, but likely from around 1870 based on contextual information.

An earthenware crock with the markings "# 1/2 AND FREE HAND BLUE LEAF.............NAME AND 673; FULTON ST., BROOKLYN, NY" impressed into the crock. Handles are present. Attributed to A. Cohen. Circa 1885.

A jar-shaped crock with a full lip, bearing an impressed advertisement for A. Cohen, a dealer in china, glass, and crockery, located at 673 Fulton St. and 207 Court St., Brooklyn, New York. The crock is approximately 1 1/2" and dates to circa 1885. The impressed advertisement is considered rare.

Grey stoneware pitcher with an applied handle. The name "COHEN, JACOB A." and location "SANDY CREEK, PENNSYLVANIA" are inscribed in blue. The object is undated but is likely from the late 19th or early 20th century, based on the style and the presence of advertising.

Miniature whiskey jug advertising Gerson & Seligman's 1884 rye whiskey. The words "LITTLE BROWN JUG 1884 RYE..GERSON & SELIGMAN..MONTGOMERY, AL." are scratched into the surface. The object dates to circa 1890s.

A whiskey jug advertising the business of J. S. Bloch, a wholesale and retail liquor dealer in Monroe, Louisiana. The exact date of the jug is unknown, but based on stylistic analysis and related materials it is estimated to be circa 1890 or earlier.

Grey stoneware crock with an applied handle. The name "COHEN, JACOB A." and "SANDY CREEK, PENNSYLVANIA" are inscribed in blue. The crock is marked with a number "3". Undated.

Whiskey jug with an inscription requesting its return to D. M. Cohn in Tarrytown, New York. The exact date of manufacture or inscription is unknown, but it is estimated to be around 1910.

A stoneware port wine jug, bearing the name "Salzman & Siegelman" and likely used in their business. The jug is undated but likely dates to the 1890s, based on stylistic features and the context of the business's operation in Brooklyn, New York.

Whiskey jug with the name 'Salzman & Siegelman' prominently displayed. The jug is likely from the late 19th century, circa 1890s, and is associated with the New York City-based business, Salzman & Siegelman. The jug's design suggests it may have been used in the food and beverage industry.

Whiskey jug produced by Salzman & Siegelman in Brooklyn, New York, circa 1890s. The jug is part of a collection of advertising objects.

A port wine jug with the inscription 'Salzman & Siegelman' from Brooklyn, New York. The jug dates to circa 1890s.

A whiskey jug advertising Ph. Goldberg's wholesale liquor business in New York City. The jug features addresses: 108 8th Ave. near 15th Street and 859 8th Ave. near 51st Street. Undated, circa 1910.

Whiskey jug advertising Salzman & Siegelman, a New York City business. The jug is circa 1890s and features the company's name and address. It is part of a collection of advertising objects.

Whiskey jug with the inscription "524 Broadway Street" advertising S. I. Nusbaum's business in Albany, New York. The exact date of manufacture is unknown, but based on stylistic elements and the business's context, it is estimated to be around 1910.

Whiskey jug with the inscription "Harry Grossman, 550 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania." The exact date of manufacture is unknown, but it is estimated to be around 1910 based on stylistic analysis and other relevant contextual clues.

Miniature whiskey jug produced by H. & J. H. Isaacs in Greenfield, Massachusetts. The exact date of manufacture is unknown, but based on stylistic evidence, it is estimated to be around 1910.

Whiskey jug in the shape of an urn with a handle. The jug advertises Weil's, a Minneapolis, Minnesota business operating between 1880 and 1938. The jug is associated with a listed Jewish family.

Whiskey jug advertising Morris Fink's Family Liquor House, located at 302-306 East 7th Street, St. Paul, Minnesota. The jug features an oval logo with the business name and address. Undated, but estimated to be from around 1910.

Whiskey jug produced by Hyman Levin & Son in Pueblo, Colorado. The exact date of manufacture is unknown, but based on stylistic elements and related materials, it is estimated to be circa 1910.

Miniature ceramic jug featuring a stenciled advertisement: "Compliments of Max Sussman Columbus, Ohio. We don't keep our best whiskey but we sell it." Likely produced or distributed by Max Sussman in Columbus, Ohio, circa 1910.

Miniature whiskey jug from Harry Altman's business in Wellsburg, West Virginia. The jug is undated, but the style suggests it may date from around the early 20th century.

Miniature crock advertising Louis Wittenberg's Wein-Sent. Packed by Phila. Pickling Co. Undated. Found in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Advertising bank note for Lewisson's Clothing Bazaar, located at 23 South Main Street, Providence, Rhode Island. The note features imagery of a sailor with a US flag and an Indian maiden with a US shield. While the note itself is undated, an advertisement matching this note appeared in the 1852 Providence City Tax Book. References to this advertisement also appear in Rhode Island Jewish Historical Notes, American Tercentenary Issue, pages 122 & 123 (1840).

Advertising bank note for Moss & Brother, located at 12 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The note features imagery of Liberty and an eagle. The note is dated to circa the 1870s.

Twenty dollar bank note from the Bank of Washington in North Carolina, used for advertising. The note is signed 12/6/1853 and has a handwritten inscription on the back advertising Herzberg & Brother, Clothiers, located at No. 2 Market Space, Baltimore, Maryland. Philip Herzberg, mentioned in connection with this note, was a prominent figure in Baltimore in 1853, serving as chairman of the committee to form a temple and known for his active Jewish life.

Advertising bank note for H. L. Lazarus & Co., a clothing bazaar located at 34 East Genesee Street (corner of Warren) and 44, 46, 48 Warren Street, Syracuse, New York. The $500 note depicts Washington, Lady Justice, and what appears to be an engraving of Henry Lazarus. While undated, the note is associated with 1855 based on biographical information about Henry L. Lazarus.

Advertising bank note for P. Aronson, Tailor, located at 49 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, California. This $3 bank note, referencing the US Bank Note Act of May 10th, 1860, entitles the bearer to a 25-cent discount on orders of $4 or more for pants, $14 or more for suits, and $15 or more for overcoats. The note is dated circa 1875.

Advertising bank note for J. Rosenberg, successor to H. Kahn, located at 839 Ninth Avenue (SW corner of 55th Street), New York, New York. The note is designed to resemble a Confederate $10 bill and features an advertisement for ladies' and gents' furnishings on the reverse. While the note itself is dated February 17, 1864, the advertisement suggests a publication date around 1875.

Advertising bank note for Moss & Brother, located at 12 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The note features imagery of Liberty and an eagle. The note is dated to circa the 1870s.

An aqua-colored glass bottle with a doubled-collared mouth and a large iron pontil on the base. The bottle is embossed with "COHEN COOK & CO...229 WASHINGTON ST...NEW YORK." The bottle is bulbuous in shape. Circa 1865.

Green glass molded bottle with the inscription "ABM. WOLF..21ST WARD..PHILA." Dating to circa 1855, it provides a material example of 19th-century Philadelphia commerce and potentially reflects the business activities of Abraham Wolf in the 21st ward of Philadelphia.

Two-part molded light green glass bottle. The front is inscribed with 'J. HECHT...BROOKLYN' and the back with 'J...1861'. The bottle dates to approximately 1861 and was likely produced by or for J. Hecht in Brooklyn, New York.

A glass medicine bottle from the business of J. B. Cohen, located at 132 East Gay Street in West Chester, Pennsylvania. The bottle is circa 1885.

Early molded soda bottle featuring a Star of David and a seltzer bottle motif. "BENJ. SKVERSKY..BOTTLER" and "BS" are molded into the bottle. Manufactured in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1885.

Molded glass soda bottle with the inscription "CURWITZ & FRIEDLENDER..76 LUDLOW ST.; N.Y." Circa 1885. Found in New York, New York, United States.

Amber paneled whiskey bottle molded with the name I. Goldberg and five different street addresses in Brooklyn, Bronx, and Borough Park, New York City. The bottle likely dates to circa 1880, based on the donor's assessment.

Milk glass whiskey bottle, possibly a sample bottle, hand-painted with a bird. The bottle is labeled "THE OLD HOMESTEAD FINE BURBON WHISKEY, SAMUEL WESTHEIMER; DISTILLER." It is one of a pair with different paintings. Circa 1890s.

A molded glass whiskey bottle with the inscription "DREYFUSS, WEIL & CO...DISTILLERS" and "PADUCAH, KENTUCKY." Flask-type bottle. Circa 1890s.

A clear glass whiskey bottle with a ribbed upper section. The bottle is molded with the advertisement "MEYER KLEIN WHOLESALE LIQUOR DEALER OMAHA, NEB." Circa 1890s.

This trade card advertises Hart's Squared Linen Eagle Nonpareil Pharo Cards. The card features a large eagle in the center. This may be a connection to the Mikveh Israel community? [Mikveh Israel is a Jewish community in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.] The card is a label that likely was attached to a package of cards. Other items from Hart, a card maker, are also featured on the card.

A lithographed letter and envelope from S. W. Rosenstock & Co., located at the southeast corner of Sansome and Bush Streets in San Francisco, California, circa 1885. The letter discusses business matters, specifically requesting payment for notes and mentioning the construction of a new facility. The letter also mentions a business partner, Marion Leventritt, who was involved in shoe manufacturing and a founding member of The International Society for the Colonization of Russian Jews.

Commercial letter from S. Rosenbaum & Sons, a Louisville, Kentucky mercantile firm, to Radger & Cunningham, dated July 31, 1882. The letter is on the letterhead of S. Rosenbaum & Sons, located at 227 Sixth Street between Main and Market Streets in Louisville.

Receipt for $167.85 issued by S. M. Rosenbaum & Sons, located at 227 Sixth Street between Main and Market Streets in Louisville, Kentucky, on July 31, 1882. The receipt is enclosed in an envelope addressed to an unknown recipient in Richmond, Virginia. The record also includes a letter dated September 18, 1871.

A business letter from M. B. Ochs & Sons, dated September 9, 1891, sent from their New York City office at 58 Walker Street. The letter and envelope feature a full lithograph. The letter is a short business communication.

Tin match holder, painted with gold lettering, advertising S. Cohen's shoe store at 325 Water Street, Augusta, Maine. Circa 1890s.

Tin match holder advertising the Marx Bros. One Price Department Store in Pawnee, Oklahoma. The holder is painted with gold lettering and designed to hang over a stove. Circa 1890s.

Tin match holder advertising the junk and hide business of Hyman Viener in Charles Town, West Virginia. The match holder is painted with gold lettering and reads, "SELL YOUR JUNK AND HIDES TO HYMAN VIENER." Circa 1890s.

This archival item is an advertisement for Philip Rosenbaum's men's furnishings store located at 7th and Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The advertisement, likely dating from the 1890s, features a photograph of the store and mentions "Great Handle Bar Moustache." The advertisement is in English. The physical location of the archival material is Arc.MS.56, Box 5, Folder 12.

Blue cardboard advertising card for Blumenthal's Bargain Store in Sebewaing, Michigan. The card likely dates from the early 20th century, given the style and materials. It features advertising imagery and text promoting the store's merchandise.

An advertising mirror for Blumenthal's Bargain Store in Sebewaing, Michigan. The mirror features pink cardboard and likely depicts the store's offerings. The exact date of creation is unknown, but it is estimated to be around 1900 based on contextual clues.

Yellow cardboard advertising mirror for Blumenthal's Bargain Store in Sebewaing, Michigan. Date of creation is unknown but circa 1900 based on style.

An advertising mirror for Hersch's Fashion Shop located at 26 Broad Street in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The mirror features the shop's name and address, along with birthstone information. The date of creation is unknown, but it is estimated to be around 1910.

This 1859 pamphlet, published by Henry Levy, is a combination of advertising and information about New York City. It contains 12 pages of advertisements for Levy's business, which imported and sold foreign and domestic fancy goods, and 32 pages of information and illustrations about New York City, serving as a guide for merchants and visitors alike.

This is a tri-fold pamphlet advertisement from Kohn, Adler & Co., a Philadelphia-based firm, showcasing their leading styles of Leghorn hats for the year 1880. The pamphlet features illustrations of three different hat styles, likely targeting a fashionable clientele. The advertisement highlights the company's selection and quality in men's hats.

This is a price list pamphlet from J. B. Spelman & Sons, a New York City business, circa 1885. The pamphlet lists various items for sale, including fans, corsets, ribbons, needles, and whalebone for corsets, with their corresponding prices. The business address, 369 Broadway, is clearly stated on the pamphlet.

This is a catalogue from Weingarten Bros., a New York City-based business, published in 1890. The catalogue features illustrations and descriptions of various corsets, including different sizes and styles. The purpose is to advertise and sell corsets to consumers.

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.

This is a dance program from February 22, 1884, for the M.P.C. (likely an abbreviation for a social club or organization) in Miami, Ohio. The program was printed by Joe M. Frank, a local merchant. The program lists the order of dances, music, and potentially other events scheduled for the evening. It provides a glimpse into social life in Miami, Ohio during the late 19th century.

This is a July 1890 issue of *Styles and Fashions*, a monthly periodical published in Baltimore, Maryland, for the hat trade. Published by Brighman Hopkins & Co., the periodical features styles and fashions relevant to the hat industry. The pamphlet is associated with Isaac Friedenwald, a member of a prominent Baltimore Jewish family involved in business and commerce.

Advertising pin for Meyers' Hat Store, located at 81 Seneca Street in Buffalo, New York. Undated.

This trade card advertises the Begloff Fish Co., Inc., a wholesale fish dealer located at 28 Peck Slip in New York City. The front of the card features the company's name and a description of its business. The back of the card provides instructions for shipping.

This trade card advertises Julius Strassman, an importer and jobber of fancy groceries, located at 146 Reade Street and 12 Harrison Street, New York. The card features a simple design with the company's name and address prominently displayed. The image shows a full-page ad from the New York Times with the name and address of the business. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising La Flor de Carvalho Havana Cigars. Printed on tin and features elaborate graphics. The card dates from circa 1895 and was issued by I. N. Carvalho & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Cardboard sign advertising Hershel's King Size Corned Beef in New York City. Printed in blue and red, the sign reads: "IF YOU'RE NOT FAMISHED or STARVING YOU'LL NEVER FINISH OUR KING SIZE HERSHEL'S OF NEW YORK CORNED BEEF." The sign dates from 1950.

Early leather coin purse with a clasp. Inscribed "I. LEVY PROPRIETOR OF PHILADELPHIA CLOTHING HOUSE, WINFIELD, KANSAS." I. Levy was a founder of Cong. B'nai Jehudah in 1870. Circa 1890s. Found in Archives MS 56, Objects Box 2.

This is an advertisement for H. Cohen's clothing store located at 20.22 Broadway Street in Salem, Ohio. The advertisement, which is part of a cloth wallet, also includes an 1892 calendar. The exact date of publication is unknown, but based on the calendar, it is likely from around 1892.

Engraved whiskey shot glass advertising J. H. Friedenwald & Co., wines and liquors. The glass features the company's address: 107, 109, 111 N. Eutaw St., Baltimore, Maryland. Circa 1890s.

A whiskey shot glass engraved with the measurements "Ladies, Gents, Hogs," and the advertisement "Wholesale Liquor Dealer" for Sol. A. Ksensky in Lincoln, Nebraska. Circa 1890s.

Whiskey shot glass engraved with "COMPLIMENTS OF FRIEDENWALD, J.H....107, 109,111; N. EUTAW ST......WINES AND LIQUORS." The shot glass is a promotional item from J. H. Friedenwald & Co., a major Jewish family business in Baltimore, Maryland. Circa 1890s.

Glass food oil bottle manufactured by I. Rokeach & Sons Inc. in Brooklyn, NY. The bottle features a molded Star of David and crown, along with the company's name and the inscription "OIL REFINERS". It is a two-part mold. Circa 1890.

A cigar label advertisement for J. Urich's Kosher Smoke cigars. The advertisement is undated but is estimated to be from around 1890 based on the style.

Silver compote marked "Braverman & Levy, San Francisco." The compote features a chased tulip flower design within beaded borders around the top. It weighs 13 troy ounces. Created circa 1865 in San Francisco, California, United States.

A set of two silver teaspoons hallmarked "D. Cohen." Circa 1840. The mark is attributed to David Cohen, a New York City watchmaker active from 1826-1831. He is believed to have been a retailer of silver rather than a maker. The spoons may match a similar set of soup spoons (object ID 1-167). While silversmiths named Levy operated in Missouri during the same period, there is no record linking them to this mark. The objects are part of the Judaica Americana collection.

A silver spoon with the hallmark "H.B. MYER." The exact date of manufacture is unknown, but likely dates from around 1850 based on stylistic analysis of similar items. This object is part of a larger Judaica Americana collection.

A silver soup spoon engraved with flowers. The spoon is marked with "S. Hyman & Co." The style suggests a Victorian era origin, though the maker's mark may indicate an earlier date. The spoon's physical characteristics appear to predate the Victorian era stylistic engraving.

Ornate silver coin spoon with the hallmark "BRAVERMAN & LEVY" on the handle. Distributed in San Francisco, California, circa 1875.

Billhead from M. A. & H. B. Kopperl, a Jewish mercantile business in Austin, Texas. The billhead likely dates from the 1890s and is printed in English. It features business information, likely including the company name, address and possibly names of owners and/or managers.

Lithograph depicting Isaac D'Young's fancy store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This print is from a book which may represent the earliest known use of lithography in the United States. The image shows the earliest known visual representation of a Jewish-owned store in the USA. Date of creation is unknown, but it is presumed to be before 1820 based on information available from the donor.

This is a two-part catalogue from the 47th New York Trade Sale, circa 1849. Part one lists booksellers, and part two lists stationers. It provides an extensive listing of Jewish book dealers and stationery suppliers in New York City during the 1840s and 1860s, along with their wares. Notable names included are Hart, Samuel, Cohen, Henry, and Cohen, Lawrence.

This is a trade directory published in 1888 by Dockham's, providing a comprehensive listing of businesses involved in textile manufacturing and dry goods across the United States. It is a valuable resource for researchers interested in the American textile industry and the participation of Jewish merchants within it during this period. The directory includes numerous entries, offering detailed information on various businesses, their locations, and their proprietors.

This ledger, spanning from November 20, 1859, to December 1860, documents the business transactions of Block & Levy Co., a general store in San Rafael, California. The nearly 200 pages record purchases of various goods, including whisky, clothing, shoes, food, and gunpowder, by residents of San Rafael and the surrounding area. The ledger is signed by Emanuel Block III and Samuel Levy on the frontispiece and includes entries by D. Block, Maurice L. Levy, and Philip Rothschild. It offers a unique glimpse into the economic life of early San Rafael and represents the earliest known account book of a Jewish store in the California Gold Fields.

This pamphlet, likely produced around 1876 (suggested by its connection to the Centennial), showcases the Philadelphia Star Braid Works, owned by brothers S.B. and M. Fleisher. The cover features a lithograph depicting a southeast view from Fairmont Basin, with the Fleisher factory prominently displayed. The pamphlet's content consists of numerous testimonials from customers attesting to the quality of the company's "Star" thread, specifically targeting Baltimore and Philadelphia markets.

This manuscript ledger, spanning from 1825 to 1847, documents the receipts of James A. Rich. The ledger contains numerous entries, with seven distinct signatures of purchasers recorded on individual sheets. The entries suggest business transactions, possibly indicating Rich's commercial activities in New York City during the period.

This leather-bound receipt book, owned by Jacob Banta, documents financial transactions in New York City between 1771 and September 1779, a period that includes the British occupation. The book contains at least twenty-nine receipts signed by Jewish brokers, including Barrak Hays, Jacob De Costa, Solomon Myers Cohen, A. Barrett, Hyman Myers, Philip Rhinelander, Moses Isaacs, Manuel Myer, Abraham De Rivera, and John Myers (?). A notable entry is a receipt dated October 1779 for a red cow, signed by 'Nat'l Swain, commander light dragoon'.

This leather-bound receipt book (4" x 6"), owned by Sebastian Zimmerman, contains 35 pages filled with receipts written in English. Each receipt is signed. While the book was found in York, PA, it includes numerous references to Philadelphia and contains many signatures of Philadelphia Jewish merchants and brokers. Notable names include agents of Montmollin and Moses, and Solomon Moses (who married Rachel Gratz in 1806 and partnered with Frederick Montmollin from 1811-1818 in the "Auction and Commission Line," a prominent Philadelphia business). Other signatures include Jacob Levy, Jacob Mayer, Thomas Abrams, and Michael Asch (a Polish Jew in Philadelphia).

A broadside advertisement from Weil Bros. & Co., located at 92.98 East Columbia Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana. The broadside features a lithograph of a polar bear and the store front, along with a price list. Circa 1885.

Manuscript order dated January 11, 1787, from Elizabeth Randolph, wife of Virginia Governor Edmund Randolph, to Messrs. Cohen & Isaacs, a mercantile firm in Richmond, Virginia. The order details the purchase of half a bushel of alum salt, twelve pounds of sugar, and two pounds of salts. The reverse side possibly contains Hebrew docket markings. This document offers insight into the daily life of a prominent colonial family and the operations of a Jewish mercantile business in 18th-century Virginia.

Manuscript order from Elizabeth Randolph, wife of Governor Randolph, to Messrs. Cohen & Isaacs for 25 pounds of sugar and 6 yards of plain gauze. Dated January 11, 1787, Richmond, Virginia. The document provides insight into the commercial activities of Cohen & Isaacs, prominent Jewish merchants in Richmond.

Billhead from L. H. Rosengrans, a manufacturer and dealer in harnesses, saddles, spurs, etc., located on Broadway, one door above Main Street in Helena, Montana. The billhead is dated January 17, 1876.

Billhead for an order placed by Elizabeth Randolph, wife of the Governor of Virginia, with Messrs. Cohen and Isaacs on January 7, 1787. The order includes a gross of corks, four gallons of molasses, and two tumblers. The document is endorsed in Hebrew/Yiddish on the verso. This billhead offers insight into the commercial activities of the time and the business dealings of prominent figures in Richmond, Virginia.

Billhead from Cohen Brothers, a popular dry goods house located at 41 & 43 Bay Street in Jacksonville, Florida. Dated January 26, 1884.

Billhead from Weil Brothers, general merchants in Demopolis, Alabama, dated January 6, 1880. The billhead features the company's name and location. The image shows a printed form likely used for recording business transactions.

Billhead from A. Polack & Co., a clothing store in Huron, South Dakota, dated October 11, 1887. The billhead features an illustration of a large child and the advertisement, "A child can buy as cheap as a man...The largest strictly one-price house in South Dakota." The company also lists branches in Omaha, Nebraska, and Cheyenne, Wyoming.

Collection of five billheads from Elias & Cohen, a mercantile business in Charlotte, North Carolina. The billheads date from November 28, 1887, and feature a printed image of the store. The billheads are part of the A.H. Twichell, Jr. Collection.

Billhead from the Baltimore, Maryland firm of Hershman & Goodman, dated December 10, 1898. The billhead features a lithograph of a beaver and lists the firm's address as 319 Baltimore Street.

Invoice from S. Schiffman & Co., dealers in general merchandise and plantation supplies, located at the North Side Public Square in Huntsville, Alabama. Dated December 11, 1877. The bill lists two items purchased, one of which is

This billhead from December 15, 1885, belonged to Nathan Gutman, an importer of silks, velvets, laces, trimmings, hosiery, and other goods. His business was located at 66 Lexington Street, near Charles Street, in Baltimore, Maryland. The billhead is addressed to A.S.D. H. Weil.

Billhead from Henry Bodenheim and Co., located on Washington Street next door to Brown & Johnston's Banking House in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Dated December 16, 1859. The billhead indicates the business was involved in dry goods and clothing trade.

A printed circular in the form of a letter announcing the opening of Strauss, Sachs & Co. at 355 & 357 Broadway in New York, New York. Issued on February 1, 1891. The circular is a broadside.

Billhead from G. Seeligson & Co., located at 24th and Mechanic Streets in Galveston, Texas. The billhead is dated February 11, 1885. It is printed on a piece of paper with the company name and address at the top.

Billhead from Woolf Brothers, a clothing store located at 557 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The billhead features a fine graphic depiction of the store and is dated February 15, 1883.

Billhead from Hochstadter & Bro., a business located in Marysville, California. The billhead is dated February 6, 1886, and indicates that payments are payable in gold coin at par. The billhead features a vignette of the store.

Billhead of M. De Young, importer of French, English, and German fancy goods, and manufacturer of shell and horn combs, stocks, and caps. Located at 153 Market Street. This is the earliest known example of a Jewish merchant's illustrated billhead in Philadelphia. The woodcut illustrations depict a cap and two combs. Dated February 8, 1834.

Billhead from M. G. Cohn, a jobber of produce, fruits, and cigars, located at 54 & 56 West Park, Butte, Montana. The billhead is dated March 1, 1892.

Billhead from the Menken Brothers, a dry goods and clothing business established in Memphis, Tennessee in 1862. The billhead, dated March 19, 1874, lists their address as 261 & 263 Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee.

Billhead from M. A. & H. B. Kopperl, Austin, Texas, dated March 24, 1891. The billhead lists additional names: B. J. Kopperl, Martin, Gery, and Thaxton, W. H. It is presumed these are business associates or family members.

Invoice from Krohn, Feiss & Co. of Cincinnati, Ohio, to R. C. Halliday of Dillon, Montana, dated March 30, 1896. The invoice displays the company's logo and address: 7 & 9 East Sixth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The invoice details are not fully legible but show charges and business transactions related to tobacco products, as evidenced by the subject tags.

Billhead from Marcus & L.S. Fechheimer, successors to Fechheimer, Frenkel, located at 107 West Third Street and 96 West Pearl Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated May 1, 1883. The billhead lists the business name and addresses.

Billhead invoice from Strauss, Goodman, Yondorf & Co. to J. H. McKnight & Co. for goods or services rendered. The invoice is dated May 1, 1885, and lists the business addresses of both companies: Strauss, Goodman, Yondorf & Co. at Monroe Street & Fifth Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, and J. H. McKnight & Co. in Fort Shaw, Montana. The document contains good graphic design and showcases the business name, "STRAUSS, GOODMAN, YONDORF & CO."

Billhead of Kutner, Goldstein & Co., dealers in general merchandise, dated May 27, 1884. The billhead indicates their business location as Hanford, California. The billhead is printed by F.M. Yager.

Billhead for an order from J. Ambler to Mr. Isaacs for two casks of Jamison's jam. Dated May 31, 1788 in Richmond, Virginia. The billhead is docketed on the back "Mr. Isaacs". Mr. Isaacs, also known as Isaiah Isaacs, was the first permanent Jewish resident of Richmond, a prominent merchant, and business partner of Jacob Cohen.

Billhead from Kendric, C. C. and Daniel Frank & Co., located at 746 and 748 West Main Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The billhead, dated July 2, 1889, features a lithographic image of Chinese goods, possibly indicating the nature of their business. A notation suggests it was displayed at Library of Congress exhibits in Cincinnati.

Billhead from Koenigsberger Bros., a business located at 30 Main Street, Helena, Montana. The billhead lists "CIGARS...GUNWARE...NOTIONS" as items sold. Dated June 1, 1874.

Billhead from Bamberger, Streng & Co. in Louisville, Kentucky, dated June 23, 1891. The billhead features the company's name and address. The billhead is lithographed.

Billhead of Slagle & Sneeringer, commission merchants, wholesale dealers in manufactured and smoking tobacco, cigars, pipes, etc., located at No. 5 S. Sharp St., 2nd door from Baltimore St., opposite Harnden’s Express Office. This bill is dated June 3, 1867, and details a transaction between the business and Mr. E. Firmwaltz. The billhead includes handwritten totals of the transaction in a columnar format. The bill is printed in black ink and has a decorative header with ornate lettering. The billhead also includes a revenue stamp, which was required for certain transactions during the Civil War.

Billhead of V. Meyer & Co., Fayette, Mississippi, circa 1865. The billhead was originally printed for M. Eiseman, but the name was crossed out and replaced with "V. Meyer & Co." It is signed by S. Lehmann for V. Meyer & Co. and includes a revenue stamp. The billhead reflects commercial activity in Fayette, Mississippi during the post-Civil War era.

Invoice from Louis Stix & Co., dealers in dry goods, notions, cloaks, and manttillas, located at West Third, Race & Union Streets, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated July 1, 1870. The bill lists several items purchased by J. Rick, including 'Lawndale Cambric,' 'Muslin,' 'Cassimere Jeans,' and 'Goods.' The bill includes a handwritten calculation and total, and a revenue stamp. The billhead features an illustration of the business's building, ornate lettering, and a decorative header.

Billhead from Kusel Brothers, located at 250 Broad Street, under the Globe Hotel in Augusta, Georgia. The billhead is dated July 1, 1873. A related trade card from S. Eastman of Providence, Rhode Island is also included in this record.

Billhead for Oppenheimer & Asch, sole agents for the American Brewing Co.'s beers, located at the corner of Main and Wood Streets in Helena, Montana. The billhead features a graphic of the American Brewing Co.'s eagle brand mark. Dated July 1, 1897.

Billhead from the firm of Tobias Loeb in Baltimore, Maryland, dated July 16, 1869. The billhead lists multiple addresses: 234 W. Lexington St. (4 doors west of Green St.), with crossed-out addresses of 156 West Franklin, near Paca, and No. 7 and 9 North Howard Street (upstairs).

Billhead from Julius Basinski's Branch House in Miles City, Montana, dated July 6, 1880. The billhead is related to a letter regarding the transfer of funds, sent from Julius Basinski in Miles City to Henry Elling in Bozeman, Montana.

A business letter written on the billhead of Steinberg Bro's and Co., located at 96 West Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky, to Julius Weil of Paducah, Kentucky, dated August 13, 1880. The letter pertains to business matters, likely related to the tobacco industry, given the lithographed cigars on the billhead.

Billhead from M. C. Eppenstein & Co., located at the northwest corner of State and Madison Streets in Chicago, Illinois. Dated August 13, 1885. The billhead notes that the company is a member of the Jewish Lakeside Club.

Billhead from Joseph Hirshberg & Co. in Choteau, Montana, dated August 3, 1892. The billhead also mentions Bateman & Switzer.

Billhead from J. Feldberg, a clothing dealer in Helena, Montana. The billhead, dated August 31, 1874, lists various clothing items and their prices. The business was located on Main Street, opposite the First National Bank.

Billhead letter from Julius Basinski in Bozeman, Montana, to Henry Elling in Virginia City, Montana, concerning the transfer of funds. Dated August 9, 1880. The letterhead indicates a branch house in Miles City, Montana.

Billhead from M. J. Sohan, clothier, located at 277 Market Street, between 7th and 8th Streets, Louisville, Kentucky. The billhead is dated September 20, 1880. The billhead is part of a collection of business records related to Jewish merchants in Louisville.

Billhead from S. Cohen & Co., located in Helena, Montana. The billhead also lists a New York City office. Dated September 21, 1894. The billhead shows a connection to S. R. Buford & Co.

Billhead from the firm Katz & Driesner in Austin, Minnesota, dated April 16, 1875. The billhead indicates a payment note.

Letter written on June 13, 1865, on the letterhead of A. Strauss, Great Litho of Temple Hall, Star Clothing Store, Delaware, Ohio. The letter is addressed to the Singer Company and orders a sewing machine on an iron stand for $85.00. The letterhead features a lithograph of Temple Hall. This item is part of the Judaica Americana Collection.

Billhead from A. Seessel, located at 259 Main Street, Memphis, Tennessee. The billhead is dated October 20, 1865, and includes a revenue stamp. The billhead is part of the 'E' collection.

Billhead from M. Karsky's business in Eureka, Nevada, dated November 1, 1893. The billhead lists the business as being located in the M.J. Franklin Building on Main Street. The billhead suggests the business sold clothing, household supplies, and rugs and carpets.

Billhead from Anatole Lobe's business in San Francisco, California, dated July 2, 1877. The billhead features a depiction of a silver ewer and is addressed to S. D. Schoenfeld & Bro. Two billheads are included as a set.

Billhead from Zellner & Co. in Memphis, Tennessee, dated August 30, 1894. The billhead features a lithograph of a high woman's shoe.

Broadside advertisement for Lawrence, Cohen & Co., playing card manufacturers, located at 184 William Street, New York, New York. Published in 1855, this broadside lists the sizes, types, and prices of various decks of playing cards. The firm was a successor to the business of Lewis I. Cohen, an early American playing card manufacturer known for his innovations in color printing. The broadside provides details on the company's offerings and signifies the continuation of a prominent American playing card manufacturing legacy.

Broadside advertisement for Isaac A. Isaacs' Magnificent Union Hall, located at the corner of Superior and Union Streets in Cleveland, Ohio. The broadside features two comical poems and a lengthy testimonial. Isaac A. Isaacs arrived in Cleveland on January 1, 1847, and left in 1865. The broadside dates from around 1860.

A broadside advertisement for Stern & Mandelbaum, wholesale and retail dealers in embroideries, lace kid gloves, small wares, hosiery, corsets, etc., located at 372 & 376 Main Street, corner of Temple, Hartford, Connecticut. The broadside, printed in 1875, features woodcut illustrations of gloves, hosiery, and corsets.

Broadside advertisement for Cohen Bros., merchants in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. The front of the broadside is a portrait of Lucretia Garfield, wife of U.S. president James Garfield. The reverse side features a full illustration of a folding chair, with text describing the product's features and advantages. The advertisement also lists other goods sold by Cohen Bros., including lamps, albums, bibles, silverware, lace curtains, chenille covers, rugs, sewing machines, willow rockers, center tables, pictures, frames, mirrors, and more.

A broadside issued by Feigenbaum & Co. in San Francisco, California, in January 1882. The broadside provides very specific instructions to suppliers regarding the shipping and marking of goods sent to Feigenbaum & Co. It features a graphic logo.

A broadside advertisement for Nathan Schlessel, manufacturer of cloaks and suits, located at 80 & 82 Greene Street, New York, New York. The advertisement, circa 1885, features a lithograph of a woman in a fur cloak and lists prices for various fur capes.

A broadside advertisement for Henry Bornstein & Co.'s "Improved Patented Pin Hooks," priced at 25 cents per dozen. The advertisement claims numerous awards and mentions distribution at the Great Mechanics' Exhibition. Published in Boston, Massachusetts, circa 1885.

A broadside advertisement for Alder & Binswanger, a business in St. Joseph, Missouri. The broadside, likely printed circa 1885, features an illustration of a Hammond typewriter and demonstrates its use. The advertisement highlights the business's offerings and promotes the capabilities of the typewriter.

A broadside advertisement for E. Myers & Son, opticians, with locations in Plymouth and Exeter, England. The advertisement mentions that E. Myers & Son are the son-in-law of the late Mr. Solomon of Exeter. The broadside is undated, but is circa 1885.

A broadside advertisement for Meyer's department store in Boston, Massachusetts. The broadside features a graphic depiction of the store located at the corner of Broad and Foushee Streets. It includes the store's slogan, "Meyer's...Everything for Everybody." The broadside likely dates from around 1890, based on the information provided in the description of the item. The dimensions of the broadside are approximately 5" x 6".

A red and black broadside advertising a sale to celebrate 40 years in business by Hyman Finkelstein, located at 51 Orchard Street in New York, New York. Published January 10, 1936.

A broadside advertisement by M. Cohn of Cobleskill, New York, dated October 1, 1869. The advertisement details Cohn's goods and his agency for Singer and Empire sewing machines.

A broadside advertisement from Weil, Dreyfus & Co. announcing that Charles and Jacob Weil, the original founders of the company in 1864, are still in business while other partners have left. It includes the address of their New York salesroom: 538 Broadway. Published in Boston, Massachusetts, on November 11, 1889.

Printed broadside letter from C. A. Miltenberger & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, dated November 2, 1885, announcing the discontinuation of coal barge lists. The letter suggests a connection to the Pittsburgh Coal Company and highlights the business activities of Jewish merchants in the fuel trade.

A broadside listing coal prices by barge in the New Orleans market for December 1, 1884. The broadside was published by C. A. Miltenberger & Co. and details coal consumption in addition to the prices and barges.

A broadside announcing the relocation of Lazard Frères & Co.'s dry goods store in San Francisco, California. The announcement details the new location at 525 & 527 Market Street and 22 & 24 Stevenson Street, between First and Second Streets. Published in San Francisco on February 10, 1869.

Broadside trade circular announcing the establishment of a general auction and commission house by Louis Stern & Brothers at 36 Camp Street, New Orleans, in addition to their existing shoe and boot business at 33 Magazine Street. Published in New Orleans, Louisiana on May 10, 1867.

A printed broadside in the form of a letter from the Bernhard Ulmann Company, announcing new goods. Published in New York, New York on July 22, 1874. The broadside is printed on one side only.

A commercial broadside issued by Greil & Kohn in Selma, Alabama on September 1, 1874. The broadside likely advertised dry goods or clothing, given the subject tags associated with the item.

A broadside listing coal by barge in the New Orleans market for September 1885, published by C. A. Miltenberger & Co. The broadside details coal quantities by barge name and also notes consumption figures.

Envelope addressed to William L. Tucker in Syracuse, New York, from I. Frank & Bros. in Cincinnati, Ohio, dated March 7, 1885. I. Frank & Bros. were also publishers of the Hebrew Almanac.

An advertising envelope for Simon Kahn & Co., importers and commission merchants, with addresses in New York City (419 & 421 Broadway) and Alexandria, Virginia. The envelope is addressed to C. W. Adams. Dated circa 1870.

Envelope addressed to Schwabacher Bros. & Co. at 17 and 19 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. The envelope shows the return address of Hoffman & Co. in Walla Walla, Washington Territory. The envelope is postmarked 1875 and features the Wells, Fargo & Company logo. It is likely related to business correspondence between the firms.

An addressed envelope advertising Sidman/Lachman, located at 209 & 211 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. The envelope is dated January 1, 1875 and addressed to Asher Marks in Roseburg, Oregon. The envelope provides insight into business correspondence and trade networks in 19th-century Oregon and California.

An advertising envelope from L. Lion (Lazard) in San Jose, California, dated 1875. The envelope features a large woodblock print of a glove and the sender's name in a corner. Addressed to an unknown recipient.

An envelope addressed to Guadalajara, Mexico from A. Eisenberg at 206 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California, ca. 1878. The envelope displays advertising.

Envelope addressed to Isaac Levy at 221 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The envelope shows an 1883 rubber stamp advertisement for Levy's business. The return address is partially visible, indicating it was mailed from Pottstown, Pennsylvania.

Green envelope with advertising for Ehrich & Co., department store located at 8th Ave. & 24th Street, New York, New York. Addressed to A. S. Daudridge in Shepherdstown, West Virginia. Dated January 1, 1890.

An advertising envelope for Moses & Brother, a mill and yard located in Baltimore, Maryland, at Allen Street, next to Bearley's Agricultural Works. The envelope dates to circa 1890. The envelope also mentions S. Curtis & Son.

Printed commercial envelope addressed to Jacob Strauss & Son at 53 Maiden Lane, New York, New York, from M. D. Rothschild at 41 & 43 Maiden Lane, New York, New York, dated December 2, 1893. The envelope features a pre-printed return address and a Columbia Exposition stamp.

Green envelope with the Lazarus Bros. logo ("L/B in a belt") and address: 29 Lispenard St., New York. Dated January 23, 1889. The envelope shows advertising for the business.

Envelope featuring a lithograph advertisement for "American Offices...Mary T. Goldman; Goldman Building." The envelope is undated, but based on the style, it is likely from the early 20th century. It is addressed to an unknown recipient in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Envelope from Blome & Dreifus, a Cincinnati, Ohio retail business. The envelope features an image of their storefront located at 1010 Race Street. Dated circa 1902.

An envelope addressed to Wrightsville Hardware Co., advertising Henry Rice & Son's store at 419 & 421 Camp Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The envelope depicts a storefront illustration. Dated January 21, 1899.

An envelope featuring an advertisement for Kohn & Adler, a business located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The envelope is dated January 27, 1890. The envelope also mentions Pottstown, Pennsylvania.

Envelope from L. Dannenbaum's Son & Co., a Philadelphia clothing merchant, dated January 4, 1899. The envelope features an advertisement and is addressed to 806 and 808 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Advertising envelope from Moses Ulman's Sons, a business in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The envelope, dated October 1, 1889, features an image of their storefront. It was addressed to S. H. & H. Chapman in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

An advertising envelope for Louis Ash & Co., Commonwealth Cigar Factory. The envelope features a logo depicting a shield and an Indian. Dated October 11, 1880.

An advertising envelope from L. & S. Sternberger, dated October 28, 1884. The envelope lists two addresses: 503 Market Street and 530 (address incomplete). The envelope advertised clothing and was sent from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Lithographed advertising envelope for Joseph B. Cohen, featuring an Art Deco-style angel holding a lamp. The envelope's address includes Westminster & Walnut Streets, Providence, Rhode Island, and is dated May 25, 1898.

An envelope addressed to J. W. Brauch from Bernhard Bernstein, a "Fine Shirt Maker and Dealer in Gent's Furnishing Goods" located at 648 West Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The envelope is postmarked October 9, 1894, and also mentions St. Louis, Missouri.

An advertising envelope from Jacobs Bros. & Hoffmann, a business located in St. Louis, Missouri. The envelope is dated November 20, 1891. The envelope features advertising for the business.

An envelope postmarked November 27, 1863, addressed to John Maschauer in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The envelope features the letterhead of Dreyfuss Brothers, importers of fancy goods, located at 11 1/2 College Place, New Orleans, Louisiana. The envelope also contains a handwritten note mentioning the death of one of the Dreyfuss brothers, noting that three brothers of the firm had died and the fourth was not expected to live.

An advertising envelope from J. Hyman & Son, importers and manufacturers of pictures, paper, and cards, dancing order novelties, etc. The envelope is dated December 2, 1890, and lists the company's address as 25 Beekman Street, New York, New York.

An envelope addressed to F. Mitchler, with advertising on the back, sent from Tillmann & Bendel, wholesale grocers and California wine merchants in San Francisco, California to Murphys, California on February 15, 1895. The envelope features elaborate decoration. Herman Bendel, of Tillmann & Bendel, is listed in the Jewish Year Book.

An envelope addressed to L.S. Levor with an advertisement for Klein Bros. & Hyman, located at 17 Sycamore Street and 588 Broadway in Cincinnati, Ohio. The envelope is postmarked February 22, 1890, and was sent to Attica, Indiana.

An advertising envelope for D. Feinberg, a dealer in imported pictures, frames, and mirrors. The envelope, dated February 24, 1890, advertises custom frame making and is addressed to a Minneapolis, Minnesota location. A crude rubber stamp corner advertisement is also present.

This archival collection consists of a letter, two envelopes, and an advertising insert from S. F. Myers & Co., a New York-based company. The letter, dated February 29, 1888, was sent to Henry Haggy in West Virginia. One envelope, postmarked February 29, 1888, shows the return address of S. F. Myers & Co. in New York. The other envelope is undated. The advertising insert features an image of the company's trademark and its address at 48 & 50 Maiden Lane, New York, New York. The materials suggest a business correspondence between S. F. Myers & Co. and Henry Haggy.

An envelope addressed to Jos. Alsheler in Three Springs, Kentucky, postmarked April 12, 1864. The envelope features an advertisement for E. Bamberger & Co., wholesale dealers in staple and fancy dry goods, located at 524 Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky. A handwritten note on the envelope indicates that the area was occupied by the Yankees.

An advertising envelope for Susmann Brothers, dated April 23, 1878. The envelope lists their address as 105 State Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The envelope also mentions W. C. Crosby.

Collection of two envelopes. One envelope shows advertising for Auerbach & Bros., located at 144, 146 & 148 Main St., Salt Lake City, Utah, dated April 7, 1887. The second envelope is from F. Auerbach & Bro., Salt Lake City, Utah, with an undated postmark. One envelope includes a return address. The envelopes are addressed to Thos. Yates in Scipio, Utah.

Envelope addressed to Ira Leo Bamberger at 291 Broadway, New York, New York, from Mayer, Strouse & Co. at 412 Broadway, New York, New York, dated May 29, 1884. The reverse side of the envelope features an advertisement for Lion Corsets.

An envelope addressed to Adolph Guttmann in Berlin, Germany, postmarked June 10, 1893, and sent from L. Spiegelberg in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The envelope features printed corner cards indicating the addresses. The envelope likely contained commercial correspondence.

Envelope addressed to Simon Cohn at his country store in Coffee Run, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, dated June 17, 1880. The envelope shows advertising and was sent by H.S. Walk from Greencastle, Pennsylvania.

Envelope addressed to Heller, Rothschild & Lang, located on Broadway between 3rd and 4th Streets in New York, New York, dated June 24, 1895. The envelope features advertising.

This archival collection consists of two items: an envelope addressed to Isaac D. Sailer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, postmarked July 8, 1895, and a broadside from Sailer's business, dating from 1901. The envelope is from Levy, Horwitz & Lachenbruch, located at 92-96 Bleecker Street and 197-210 Mercer Street, New York, New York. The broadside's content is not specified but may pertain to Sailer's trade.

An advertising envelope from Samuel Steinfelder & Co., located at 588 Broadway, New York, New York. The envelope is dated August 24, 1888, and includes references to Farnham & Chamberlain and locations in Bradford and Wells River, Vermont. The envelope contains a legal document.

An advertising envelope from F. Toplitz & Co., a San Francisco-based business, dated September 5, 1889. The envelope features graphics. The envelope was likely used for commercial purposes.

An envelope addressed to Mills, Ellis in Pottstown, Pennsylvania, with an advertisement for Kohn, Adler & Co. on the front. The envelope is dated September 5, 1898. The advertisement features text, indicating a commercial message.

An envelope addressed to E. Bangham in Ortonville, Michigan, advertising S. & M. Cohen's millinery business located at 165 Woodward Street, Detroit, Michigan. The envelope is undated, but the advertisement suggests a date around 1869.

Envelope and advertising insert for Lippman Brothers of Savannah, Georgia, dated January 26, 1896. The insert advertises "P.P.P. (Prickly Ash, Poke Root and Potassium)", a blood purifier. The envelope features the Lippman Block address in Savannah.

Envelope and advertising insert for Hernsheim & Bro., located at 9, 11, 13 Tehoupitoulas and 52, 54, 56 Common Streets, New Orleans, Louisiana. The envelope features imagery related to the World's Industrial & Cotton Expo on one side and a picture of the Creole Cigar Factory on the reverse. The insert is a bill, dated October 28, 1884.

Billhead from J. Leopold & Co., located at 306 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated February 3, 1898. The billhead features extensive lithographic advertising for "Globe Street Lamp." Both the front and back are illustrated.

This archival item consists of a store envelope addressed to B. Loewenstein at H. Rosenthal's, 632 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and containing two handwritten letters dated April 8, 1877. The letters, written in German, are from Morris Strouse and H. Rosenthal, respectively, and appear to be a combination of personal and business correspondence. Each letter is neatly written on four pages of 5" x 7" paper. The envelope also contains an advertising insert (the nature of which is not specified). The letters were sent while Loewenstein was staying at Rosenthal's in Philadelphia, and were subsequently sent to him in Mora, New Mexico.

Envelope from Zweig Brothers, clothing merchants in Cleveland, Ohio, dated August 13, 1900. The envelope features an advertisement matching that on the enclosed invoice, depicting the store at 184-186 Bank Street. The envelope contains an invoice with an image of the store.

A commercial broadside, dated August 23, 1870, advertising the businesses of H. Bernstein & Co. and J. Monroe & Son. The broadside is contained within an envelope and includes an insert. It indicates business addresses in Mobile, Alabama, and West Auburn, Maine.

Envelope with advertisement for Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., a Baltimore-based business established in 1845, located at 106, 108, & 110 W. Pratt Street. The record is dated September 18, 1897, and includes the names C. P. Wrightman and William Copswell.

A letter dated January 1, 1762, from Henry Solomon in London, England, to his cousin Michael Gratz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Solomon reports on the status of lottery tickets purchased for himself and Gratz, providing details about their participation in the English lottery. A copy of a lottery ticket is included to explain the lottery's workings. This letter offers insights into transatlantic business communication among Jewish merchants.

A letter dated January 1, 1905, from Bernard Blau of the National Ladies Suit Co. in New York City to manufacturers, soliciting products for inclusion in his spring catalogue. The letter includes a lithograph of an "Auto Coat" and mentions his business address at 350 West 23rd Street.

A letter written by L. Gershel to Louis Gross on January 2, 1868, concerning a claim against an estate. The letter is written on stationery from "Office of Rosenfield, Gershel & Bro., Wholesale Dealers in Havana and Domestic Segars," located at 86 Maiden Lane, New York City. The letter was sent from New York City to Troy, New York.

A business letter dated January 26, 1885, from Henry Solomon & Son, a Savannah, Georgia mercantile firm, to the New Urbana Wine Co. The letter, written on Henry Solomon & Son's stationery (173 & 175 Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia), concerns the receipt of monies.

Letter from Israel Hecht, a Jewish merchant, notary public, and real estate agent in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated October 14, 1892. The letterhead includes his address and business information. The letter is addressed to Byerly Hart, Esq. regarding property at 407 N. Third Street and 435 Chestnut Street.

A business letter dated November 13, 1883, from F. Silberman & Bros. in Chicago, Illinois to the Farr Alpaca Company. The letter is written on F. Silberman & Bros. letterhead and discusses business matters, likely related to the textile or animal industry given the recipient.

A commercial letter dated November 21, 1848, sent from Messick & Towne to Hendricks & Brothers in New York, New York. The letter discusses the copper trade, highlighting Hendricks & Brothers' role as a major copper importer in the USA and a significant supplier to the U.S. Navy and Paul Revere. The letter is stampless and originates from an arsenal in Philadelphia.

A commercial letter dated February 10, 1875, from S. Leebes & Co. in San Francisco, California to W. A. Carter in Fort Bridger, Wyoming Territory. The letter mentions sending specimens of Chinese coins. S. Leebes & Co. also had a store in Salt Lake City.

A commercial letter dated February 9, 1885, from Levy, Loeb, Scheuer & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, requesting cloth from the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbia, Georgia. The letter is written on Levy, Loeb, Scheuer & Co.'s letterhead, indicating their business address as 82 Canal Street, New Orleans.

This archival item is a letter written by David Judah to Edward Pollock on March 11, 1823, in Richmond, Virginia. The letter pertains to commerce and reflects the close business relationship between Judah and Pollock. The letter was sent without a stamp. David Judah was an auctioneer who dealt in slaves. An advertisement for a Jewish-owned business in Richmond, featuring David Judah, Edward Pollock, and Tobias L. Tobias, appeared in the Richmond Enquirer on July 5, 1822.

A business letter written by Moses Michael Hays in Boston, Massachusetts on March 19, 1787. The recipient of the letter is unknown.

A commercial letter written by David Judah to E. Pollock & Co. on March 30, 1823, in Richmond, Virginia. The letter pertains to commerce between the two associates. The letter was sent from Richmond, Virginia to New York, New York.

A letter written by Julius Lipman on April 16, 1883, to John H. Riker and Robert Drolder in New York City, New York, concerning a property search at 206 Broadway. The letter provides insight into real estate transactions and business dealings in late 19th-century New York.

A letter written by Solomon Hart Marks to Barnard Gratz on May 16, 1796, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter discusses unspecified business issues, suggesting potential difficulties or failures in a venture. The letter is part of the Gratz Collection and the Nathan Family Archive.

A letter written by Solomon Moses in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Henonely & Brothers in New York, New York on May 5, 1843. The letter discusses business matters related to copper and mentions the death of Harmon Hendricks. Solomon Moses' involvement in Jewish affairs and his family connections are also alluded to.

Printed commercial letter of recommendation from William Ward to Sudlow & Co. vouching for Phillip Cohen as a trustworthy merchant. Dated February 10, 1851, in Norfolk, Virginia.

A letter written by I. S. Cohen in Charleston, South Carolina, to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York, on May 12, 1848. The letter discusses Cohen's business dealings, noting that business is bad and that he is now also selling wine. Cohen mentions his position as a director of the South Western Railroad Bank.

A letter dated June 17, 1752, from William Vernon in Newport, Rhode Island to Captain Cozzens. Vernon requests 313 pounds and mentions Moses Levy as involved in the transaction. The letter provides insight into the business dealings of prominent figures in 18th-century Newport and the role of Moses Levy, a prominent Jewish merchant.

A two-part letter dated June 30, 1788, from Captain John Clarks to Michael Gratz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The first part lists items and prices purchased from Gratz. The second part, in Gratz's hand, discusses the value of their land investment, considering factors like immigration, the recent Indian treaty, and westward expansion. Gratz suggests selling the land in England. This letter provides insights into 18th-century land investment strategies.

A one and a half page letter dated June 5, 1789, from Capt. John Clarks to Michael Gratz of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Clarks orders items from Gratz against the harvest, notes his inability to dispose of land, and writes from Fair View. Gratz's hand on the back dockets the amount owed on June 30, 1789.

A stampless commercial letter written by H. Tobias to C. Tobias on July 18, 1842, concerning business affairs. The letter was sent from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to New York, New York. The letter is part of the 'Arc.MS.56, Volume A, Page 19' collection.

Autograph letter signed by Jacob I. Cohen to Elie Beatty, dated August 21, 1820. Written from Baltimore, Maryland, the letter discusses the transmittal of a check and notes the failure of the Central Bank of Georgetown & Washington. The letter is franked "p paid JIC Jr."

This letter, dated September 20, 1875, was written by Ebenezer C. Bailey to Mayer Brothers in Demopolis, Alabama. The letter discusses the transmittal of a bill. Mayer Brothers were early Jewish merchants in Demopolis.

A business letter dated October 3, 1884, from B. Moog in Mobile, Alabama, to the Urbana Wine Co. in Hammondsport, New York. The letter features a lithographed letterhead depicting the Urbana Wine Co.'s store. The letterhead also indicates that B. Moog is the successor to A. & B. Moog.

A letter written by Samuel Westheimer of St. Joseph, Missouri, to the Urbana Wine Company in Hammondsport, New York, on November 23, 1885. The letter is written on illustrated letterhead and mentions that no business is transacted on Saturdays. The letterhead features a graphic and the company's name.

Letter from A. & B. Moog in Hammondsport, New York, to the Urbana Wine Co. in Mobile, Alabama, dated November 24, 1882. The letter discusses business matters, possibly related to the wine trade. A lithograph of the Urbana Wine Co. store is mentioned.

A business letter dated April 26, 1884, from Henry Solomon & Son, located at 173 & 175 Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia, to the Urbana Wine Co. in Hammondsport, New York. The letter discusses business matters between the two companies.

This two-page letter, dated November 8, 1815, from Isaac Cohen in Savannah, Georgia, to Moses Brown in Newburyport, Massachusetts, discusses the rice and cotton trade. It includes an unlisted broadside announcing Cohen's entry into the commission business on October 27, 1815, and lists prices for rum, sugar, molasses, and treasury notes. The letter is signed "Isaac Cohen & Co." and bears a 37 1/2 cent war-rate stamp on the envelope.

Two-page letter written in German from A. Cahn in Grenada, Mississippi, to Jacobs & Mayer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on January 8, 1849. Cahn requests that Jacobs & Mayer place a notice in New York and Philadelphia newspapers warning merchants against extending credit to M. Leoney (Marcus Levy), whose business has ceased to exist and whose goods have been seized by Cahn.

A two-and-a-half-page German-language business letter from H. Fuhrman to Jacobs Mayer & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated October 12, 1847. The letter details business matters and includes a list of merchandise totaling over 1700 dollars. The letter was sent from Delphi, Indiana.

A one-page business letter written in English and German from J.B. Jacobs & Co. to Jacobs Mayer & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on October 30, 1846. The letter discusses business matters. Related correspondence exists (see 20.512 & 20.518).

This archival item consists of a single, stampless letter dated November 15, 1825, written by David Judah of Richmond, Virginia to T. I. Tobias. The letter discusses blankets, woolens, and other mercantile items, suggesting a business relationship between the two individuals. Judah mentions his poor health, detailing symptoms of gout, headaches, and fever. Accompanying metadata references additional letters in the collection from David Judah to Reverend Isaac Leeser. Also included is information about a July 5, 1822, advertisement in the *Richmond Enquirer* for a Jewish-owned business including David Judah, Edward Pollack, and Tobias L. Tobias. David Judah is noted as an auctioneer who dealt in slaves, referencing Bertram Korn's *Jews and Negro Slavery 1789-1865*.

This letter, dated November 9, 1846, was written by Abraham Minis in Savannah, Georgia, to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York. The letter discusses wine and Minis' refusal of special credit terms.

A business letter written by Henry Tobias in Liverpool, England to M. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York, on December 4, 1843. The letter pertains to business matters, reflecting the commercial activities of the Tobias family, known for their involvement in the clock and watch industry.

Letter written by Theodore A. Meyer from Newberry, South Carolina, to Zadig Levy on December 7, 1848, responding to a complaint about an order of knives that Levy claimed he never received. The letter was sent from Newberry, South Carolina to New York, New York.

A business letter dated February 12, 1825, from A. Solomons in Albany, New York, to T. I. Tobias. Solomons complains about a monetary draft on the Bank of Montreal that kept his money idle for over a month. The letter references Levy Solomons and his business at 346 North Market Street, Albany.

A one and three-quarter page letter written in German from M. Mayer to Jacobs & Mayer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 15, 1849. The letter discusses business matters and was written from Franklin, Mississippi. M. Mayer died of yellow fever in Grand Gulf in 1853.

A one-and-a-half-page stampless letter written in German from Isaac Mayer to Lazarus Mayer, care of Jacobs & Mayer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated March 22, 1848, the letter discusses business matters, specifically mentioning spools and steel. Related correspondence includes items 20.512, 20.518, and others detailing communications among Jewish merchants and Jacobs & Mayer. A later notation on the letter suggests a date of March 29, 1849.

A one-page, stampless business letter written by David Hart to George W. Johnson & Co. on April 19, 1836. The letter details a sales account. Hart's letter was sent care of Judah Touro. In 1845, Hart was listed among the 100 wealthiest citizens of New York City. The letter was sent from New Orleans, Louisiana to New York, New York.

A one-half page commercial letter from A. Cahn to Jacobs & Mayer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated January 29, 1849. The letter discusses business matters, including the enclosure of $100 and reference to a previous $1000 payment. The letter was sent from Grenada, Mississippi, to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A one-page, stampless letter written in German from A. Cahn in Grenada, Mississippi, to Jacobs Mayer & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on April 8, 1848. The letter discusses business matters and references a draft on Gans & Shoneman in Philadelphia. Similar correspondence can be found in files 20.512 and 20.517.

A one-half page commercial letter, written in English, from H. Fuhrman & Co. in Delphi, Indiana to Jacobs Mayer & Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on May 18, 1848. The letter discusses business matters, including a draft for $1000 to James Speas at Tweedy & Coulter in New York. It is part of a series of correspondence between Jewish merchants and Jacobs & Mayer (located at 215 1/2 Market Street, Philadelphia).

Commercial letter written by Simon Lewy, successor to S. Waxelbaum, of Eufaula, Alabama, to Alfred I. Young in Columbus, Georgia, on December 8, 1886. The letter is on Lewy's letterhead, advertising his business at 175 Broad Street, Eufaula, Alabama.

A commercial letter dated February 16, 1884, from Browne & Manganaes to Eisemann Brothers in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The letter pertains to tallow and was sent from a branch in Fernando de Taos.

A commercial letter written by M. Hellman and Co. of Omaha, Nebraska, to W. A. Carter in Fort Bridger, Wyoming, on October 29, 1877. The letter is printed on the company's letterhead, which features their address and a vignette of their store. The letter is part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

A commercial letter addressed to Max Meyer & Co., a cigar manufacturer and retailer of firearms, ammunition, and other goods, located at 171 Farnham Street, corner of 11th Street, Omaha, Nebraska. The letter is dated December 8, 1873.

A commercial letter dated June 6, 1884, sent from Menken Brothers in Memphis, Tennessee to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter displays elaborate letterhead featuring a vignette. The content pertains to business matters. This letter is part of a larger collection spanning from 1864, showcasing the growth of the Menken Brothers' business.

A business letter from B. Levi Sons, located at 107-111 St. Joseph Street, Rochester, New York, dated July 19, 1900. The letterhead features a picture of a man in a skullcap and depicts a warehouse. The content of the letter pertains to business matters.

A business letter written by the Spiesberger Brothers, located at 406 Main Street, Keokuk, Iowa, on August 19, 1889. The letter's recipient and contents are unknown, though the subject may relate to their clothing business. The letter mentions Meyer Spiesberger's role as president of Keokuk's first building for a synagogue.

Printed and filled-out shipping record from Kaufman Bros. & Bondy, Jewish merchants of New York City, detailing the shipment of goods from Liverpool, England to Edinburgh, Scotland, arriving in the United States on November 6, 1862. The document indicates the port of entry and lists the goods shipped.

Shipping record documenting goods shipped by R. & I. Phillips, Jewish merchants of Philadelphia, to Baltimore, Maryland on March 13, 1827. The record is signed by Samuel Etting, who is noted as having been wounded in the War of 1812 and as the first president of Baltimore's Congregation Beth Israel.

Shipping record documenting the shipment of goods from J. Kohn & Bordier in New Orleans, Louisiana to Samuel Moss & Sons in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on May 20, 1832. The record is signed by an agent for Samuel Moss & Sons and includes the firm's "M" mark. The document suggests a commercial relationship between Jewish merchants in New Orleans and Philadelphia.

Shipping record documenting the shipment of wine from T. I. Tobias in Richmond, Virginia to New York, New York on September 13, 1839. Printed by Solomon H. Jackson at 23 Mercer Street, New York.

Unused postcard depicting the storefront of Harry Marx's clothing store in New York City, New York. The image includes three men, a woman, and a child. Undated, circa 1885.

This trade card, dated June 21, 1888, advertises Weil, Dreyfus & Co., a clothing store located in Proctorsville, Vermont, and Boston, Massachusetts. The card is a postcard, with a list of shirts, ties, and other items on the back. It features a one-cent stamp in the upper right corner.

A receipt issued by L. Sinsheimer, located at 544 Broadway, New York, New York, to Phillip J. Walsh on January 3, 1884. The receipt mentions ASD and Lowenstein.

A receipt issued by L. H. Hershfield & Bro. for $40.00 in currency on January 31, 1881, in Helena, Montana Territory. The receipt indicates payment was received by L. H. Hershfield as treasurer.

Manuscript receipt issued by Jacob Rod. Rivera & Co. to Christopher Champlin on October 20, 1784, in Newport, Rhode Island. The receipt documents a financial transaction. Jacob Rodriguez Rivera (1717-1789) was president of Touro Synagogue in 1760 and controlled a spermaceti oil cartel.

This document is a receipt for a promissory note. Moses Myers, a prominent Jewish merchant-shipper, issued a note payable to E. Dulith & Wachsmuth of Philadelphia for $5000, payable in 60 days. The receipt is dated November 25, 1794, and was written in Norfolk, Virginia. The document is entirely in Myers' hand.

Receipt signed by Jonas Phillips acknowledging payment of 4.2 pounds from John Ellick on October 12, 1774. This sheet is from a payment book kept by John Ellick, and records payments made to creditors. The receipt is dated November 7, 1774, and indicates the payment was made in New York City.

Printed receipt for the sale of an enslaved person named Lucie. The receipt, dated November 8, 1864, was issued by Solomon Cohen, a slave dealer in Augusta, Georgia. The buyer was Deighen & Baker. The receipt states that six thousand dollars were paid in full for the purchase of the enslaved person. Solomon Cohen's business address is listed as Ellis Street, Augusta, GA. This document is noted as rare and is referenced in Bertram Korn's *Jews & Negro Slavery in the Old South*, page 45. A similar document sold at auction for $9,585.

Manuscript receipt issued to Isaac Elizer in Newport, Rhode Island on December 1, 1786. The receipt mentions Elizer's past as a slave trader, his naturalization in New York City in 1763, his partnership with Samuel Moses, and his wife, Richa Isaacs. It also notes his impoverished death.

A signed receipt for 10 shillings issued by Barnard Gratz to Jacob Barge on February 10, 1766. This page is from Jacob Barge's receipt book. The receipt is written in English and is geographically located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Receipt for five boxes of spermaceti candles, issued by Jacob Rodriguez Rivera to Thomas Vernon in Newport, Rhode Island on February 26, 1759. The receipt details a commercial transaction between two individuals in 18th-century Newport.

Billhead from Ackerman Brothers, located at 123 Kearny St. & 209 Sutter St., San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated February 6, 1878, and shows a transaction with I. D. Schoenfeld & Bro.

Receipt signed by Myer Polock of Newport, Rhode Island, dated March 1, 1770. The receipt is part of a larger financial record and names Thomas Vernon and John Nichols. Myer Polock was one of the founders of the Touro Synagogue.

A note payable signed by Naphtali Hart, factoring a note from William Vernon of London, dated April 2, 1743, with a related transaction from January 23, 1745, between William Vernon and Naphtali and Samuel Hart. This financial record reflects early transatlantic commercial activity and indicates high interest rates in the period. The document originates from Newport, Rhode Island.

Receipt signed by William Lewis on April 20, 1773, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, acknowledging the receipt of 15 pounds from Michael Gratz as partial payment on a bond owed to Nicholas Waln. The receipt includes an early 1800s engraving of William Lewis.

Receipt signed by Solomon Levy acknowledging receipt of three pounds from Martha Washington (Lady Washington) in full payment for 20 lbs of cotton. Dated June 17, 1790, New York, New York. This is potentially the only known commercial document between a Jewish merchant and the first family of the United States.

Pre-printed postcard receipt from M. Rothschild & Co. to G. W. Weinstein. The receipt is dated June 27, 1874, and was issued in Cincinnati, Ohio.

A financial receipt issued on July 25, 1759, in Newport, Rhode Island, from Jacob Rodriguez Rivera to William Vernon. The receipt documents a financial transaction between the two individuals. Jacob Rodriguez Rivera was president of the Touro Synagogue in 1760 and was the father-in-law of Aaron Lopez. He also controlled a spermaceti oil cartel.

Receipt signed by Isaac Polock of Newport, Rhode Island, dated July 6, 1756. Polock was one of the founders of the Tuoro Synagogue.

Receipt for 342 pounds and seven shillings, signed by Joshua Isaacs on behalf of Napthali and Isaac Hart. Dated August 20, 1766, in Newport, Rhode Island. The receipt mentions William and Samuel Vernon and William Goddard.

Signed receipt from Moses Levy acknowledging receipt of a consignment of wine and rum aboard the ship Molly, totaling 1040 pounds sterling. The receipt is dated August 23, 1745, in Newport, Rhode Island. The ship Molly was owned by the Vernon brothers and was involved in the transatlantic slave trade.

A signed receipt dated August 24, 1769, from Aaron Lopez for 15 boxes of spermaceti candles sold to William Vernon. The receipt is associated with the prominent Newport, Rhode Island merchant Aaron Lopez and the Vernon brothers, significant figures in the colonial-era slave trade.

Receipt for the purchase of Hanover duck for 154 pounds sterling, dated September 1, 1732. Signed by Moses Levy of Rhode Island. Moses Levy (1704-1792), a prominent merchant and trader, was one of several Ashkenazi Jewish families in Newport at that time. He owned the Touro Street Mansion, willed the property to Moses Seixas in 1792, and was an original benefactor of Touro Synagogue. He was the grandfather of Gershom Mendez Seixas. This receipt was exhibited in the opening exhibit of the National Museum of American Jewish History (NMAJH) in 2010.

Four-page ledger sheet detailing work done on a vessel, "Brigeteen," for John Waren, Captain. The account shows payments made by Moses Levy and William Vernon to Timothy Peckham, suggesting a business partnership between Vernon and Levy. Detailed entries across three pages, with the fourth page serving as a docket. The record was created in Newport, Rhode Island, on September 19, 1752.

A pawn ticket issued by the Girard Licensed Loan Office in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on April 12, 1872, to Jacob Myers for a plaid dress. The ticket, printed and filled in by hand, indicates a loan amount of $3 and is missing its revenue stamp. The ticket includes the address of the loan office: 1200 North Second Street, Cor. Cadwalder, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

A six-pound receipt for a load of hay, signed by Richard Randolph III in Curls Neck, Virginia on October 24, 1785. The transaction was made through "Mr. Isaacs, merchant, Richmond."

Four-page shipping manifest detailing goods shipped by Moses Myers from Norfolk, Virginia to Boston, Massachusetts on March 24, 1796. The manifest includes 250 hogsheads of tobacco and 17 enslaved people, with a total value of 5066 pounds sterling. The document is signed by Moses Myers.

Shipping manifest detailing the inland transport of goods from New York City to Philadelphia via New Jersey, arriving December 30, 1806. The manifest includes an oath sworn by Joseph Gratz as collector, attesting to the accuracy of the listed goods. The document is dated December 31, 1806, but refers to the goods' departure from New York on July 20, 1806.

Broadside listing licensed peddlers in New York City, New York, dated February 1, 1843. The list includes numerous Jewish names and specifies the mode of travel for each peddler (on foot, one horse, or two horses). The broadside is printed on both sides.

A broadside listing licensed peddlers in New York City on May 10, 1875. The list specifies the mode of travel for each peddler (on foot, one horse, or two horses). Named peddlers include Jacob Cohen, Adolphe Mayer, and A.J. Weingandt.

A one-page business letter written by David Hart to George W. Johnson & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 1, 1835. The letter was sent care of Judah Touro. In 1845, Hart was listed among the 100 wealthiest citizens of New York City.

A single-page letter written by Moses Myer in Norfolk, Virginia, to Robert Patton in Fredericksburg, Virginia, on January 3, 1799. Myer recommends a captain and his ship to Patton. The letter highlights Myer's prominent status as one of the wealthiest men of his time in Norfolk.

Four-page program for a production of "The Mikado" at the West Brighton Beach Casino on August 2, 1886. The program features advertisements from Jewish merchants in the Lower East Side, Brooklyn, and New York City. The back page contains a Bloomingdale Brothers advertisement announcing a sale at their 3rd and 56th Street location prior to moving to their new location at 59th and 3rd Avenue.

Receipt for a pawnbroker's license issued to S. Silverman in Great Falls, Montana on January 15, 1894. The receipt indicates a cost of $30 for a three-month period. The document is a legal record.

A pawnbrokers' license issued in Baltimore, Maryland on May 10, 1855, to Solomon Engelmeyer, David Oppenheimer, and Moses Pollock. The license is signed by the three pawnbrokers as well as the city's ex-officio mayor and city council.

Printed and filled-in business license issued to Cohen & Isaacs in Richmond, Virginia on June 13, 1789. The license is signed by Adam Craig. This is considered the earliest known Southern Jewish business license. The document measures 4" x 8".

Typed list of contributors to the finance committee for Governor Otero's inaugural in Santa Fe, New Mexico, dated January 1, 1897. The list includes several Jewish merchants among the contributors, such as A. F. Spiegelberg, A. Staab, D. S. Lowitzki, J. Gold, N. Salmon, and Sol Lowitzki.

Two-page letter written by David Judah in Richmond, Virginia to Isaac Leeser in Baltimore, Maryland on January 17, 1826. Judah discusses business commissions, a trip down the James River to Norfolk, and travel plans to Philadelphia. The letter provides details of Judah's activities and social interactions, offering insights into daily life in the early 19th century.

A one-page letter dated December 13, 1830, from David Judah and Zalma Rehine in Baltimore, Maryland to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Judah discusses closing his castor oil business and requests Leeser to inform Solomon Levy. Rehine's note mentions unfavorable business dealings with Mr. Jacobs and sends greetings to the Pixiotto family. The letter offers insight into Jewish commercial activities and challenges in the early 19th century. Additional notes discuss the context of this letter within a larger collection of correspondence between Leeser and Judah and Rehine, highlighting a significant gap in their communication and suggesting family connections. The description also includes information about Zalma Rehine's role in the Baltimore Jewish community and a reference to an advertisement from the Richmond Enquirer (July 5, 1822) featuring a Jewish-owned business.

A printed advertisement letter, dated January 1, 1884, expressing antisemitic sentiments about the clothing trade in Marietta, Ohio. The letter, addressed to Eliza Johnson in Waverly, West Virginia, from George Blake, contains accusations against Jewish merchants and their business practices. It is part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

One and one-half page letter written by David Cohen Labatt in New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 28, 1847, to Isaac Leeser. Labatt discusses the lack of sales for the *Occident* in New Orleans, citing apathy and a focus on money. He mentions Mr. Kursheedt. Labatt served as a Captain in the 5th Louisiana Infantry during the Civil War.

Autograph letter signed by Michael Nesbit to T. I. Tobias. Written in New York City on August 13, 1835. The letter contains both personal and business matters. Nesbit was a partner in the Philadelphia firm of Cohen & Nesbit. This is one of three letters written in the same month.

A letter written by Michael Nesbet to T. I. Tobias on August 27, 1835, from New York City. The letter contains both personal and business matters, and references Nesbet's involvement in the Philadelphia firm of Cohen & Nesbet. This is one of three letters exchanged between the two men in August 1835.

Autograph letter signed by Michael Nisbet to T. I. Tobias, written in New York City on August 28, 1835. The letter discusses both personal and business matters. Nisbet was a partner in the Philadelphia firm of Cohen & Nisbet. This is one of three letters exchanged between the correspondents in August 1835. Nisbet was active in Jewish affairs.

This leather-bound private ledger, spanning the years 1880-1891, meticulously documents the business and personal transactions of R. Sidenberg. Entries detail dealings with individuals in New York, investments in California gold mining stock and various railroad companies, and even personal expenses like birthday gifts. The ledger, with over 300 pages of detailed accounts, reveals a significant net worth of $1,049,937.25 by 1890 and includes numerous transactions with other individuals identified as 'Sidenbergs'.

Bill of exchange dated August 19, 1774, from Moses Henry of Schenectady to Robert C. Clince for Eighteen Pounds Pennsylvania Currency. Endorsed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on October 19, 1774, by Andrew Levy, ordering payment to Michael and Barnard Gratz. This document illustrates the interconnected business relationships within early Pennsylvania Jewish communities, involving prominent figures such as the Gratz brothers and Joseph Simon, a significant Indian trader and merchant.

Printed promissory note dated December 23, 1772, in which Archibald Mercer loans Michael Gratz nine hundred and fifty-seven pounds and eight pence. The note is signed by Michael Gratz, Levy Andrew Levy, and Judah Philip. The verso details payments made on the loan. The note is from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, with additional notations referencing New York, New York.

Check drawn on S. S. Bloom & Co., dated April 1, 1869, in Shelby, Ohio. The check features a graphic design incorporating Bloom's building and advertises their services: "General Agency and Collection Office...Military Claims Collected; and Pensions Procured."

Check drawn on the banking house of L. H. Hershfield & Bro., Helena, Montana, dated March 1, 1871. The check was paid in gold coin and features a vignette of a miner. L.H. Hershfield & Bro. were early Jewish pioneers in Montana.

Check drawn on the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana on April 3, 1889, made out to Rothschild & Hadenfeldt and signed by Aaron Hershfield. The check was stamped for deposit. The Hershfield brothers, Aaron and Lewis, were prominent bankers in Montana. Lewis Hershfield was a highly successful businessman in the American West, establishing a bank in Virginia City and later moving it to Helena.

Check drawn on the Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana on May 1, 1883, payable to Sando Bros. The check is signed by Aaron Hershfield, cashier. The Hershfield brothers, Aaron and Lewis, were prominent bankers in Montana. Lewis Hershfield was a particularly successful businessman in the American West, establishing a bank in Virginia City, Montana before moving it to Helena.

Check issued by L. Woldenberg & Co. to W. Davis for an unspecified amount on June 1, 1888. The check references Cedarville and San Francisco, California. The check's design includes a ship vignette.

A personal check jointly signed by Isaac Hahn and M. Opper, dated June 6, 1876. The check was printed by the National Bank Note Company and issued in Providence, Rhode Island. Additional information indicates an October 12, 1889 date related to this check and its connection to New York, New York.

Company store currency note for 10 cents issued by S. Cohen & Co. in Boston, Massachusetts in 1863. The note features a lithograph of a Civil War officer and was printed by L. Prang.

Company store currency note for 25 cents issued by S. Cohen & Co. in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1863. The note features a lithograph of a Civil War officer and was printed by L. Prang.

Ten-cent company store currency note issued by S. Cohen & Co. in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1863. The note features a lithograph of a Civil War officer and was printed by L. Prang.

A three-page financial record consisting of a notarized demand note in French (March 28, 1763) for 6300 livres, drawn on Louis Herbin and assigned by Gershon Levy to his Canadian associate Aaron Hart. The note includes a receipt for 200 pounds New York currency and a sworn testimony from Hart, recorded in English, affirming the transaction and noting his Jewish faith. This document exemplifies Jewish inter-family networking between Canada and New York during the Seven Years' War and the early involvement of Jews in the Canadian fur trade after the British conquest of New France.

Brass seal belonging to Jacob Sanders & Sons, wholesale liquor and cigar dealers in Trinidad, Colorado. The seal features the business's name and location. The seal appears unused and was found with a photograph (referenced as item 22.81). Jacob Sanders & Sons were the founder and secretary of Congregation Aron. The seal is dated circa 1885.

Trade token for Kohn, Daron & Co. The front of the token reads "KOHN. DARON & CO." and the back reads "GOOD FOR ONE LOAD." This is considered the earliest known U.S. Jewish trade token. While undated, the token is dated to 1835 based on correspondence and records indicating the start of the Kohn, Daron & Co. partnership that year. In 1834, the business was listed as J. Kohn & Bordier, located at 28 Bienville Street. By 1838, it was listed as Kohn, Daron & Co. at the same address.

Note payable for 110 pounds sterling, discounted to 88 pounds sterling, issued by Cohen & Isaacs of Richmond, Virginia to Robert Morris on October 25, 1787. The note is docketed on the reverse in Yiddish. Accompanied by a later engraving of Robert Morris.

Stock certificate for 100 shares of Lit Brothers, dated December 9, 1905. The certificate is signed by Samuel Lit and Jacob Lit. The back of the certificate shows it was assigned by both Samuel and Jacob Lit and Julia Goldsmith (or Smith?).

Stock certificate for 100 shares of Lit Brothers, signed by Samuel Lit and Jacob Lit. Issued on July 26, 1926 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Stock transfer sheet for the Northern Liberties Gas Works, the first gas works in the United States. Dated March 1, 1845, this single-sheet transfer document shows the transfer of stock to Julia Moss, wife of Joseph Moss, son of early Philadelphia Jewish ship owner and merchant, Samuel David Moss.

Issue of the *Daily Austin Republican* newspaper published in Austin, Texas on November 30, 1868. The newspaper includes numerous advertisements, some from Jewish merchants, and mentions individuals: C. Hornberger, Samuels, Hirsfeld, A. Biberstein, and Melasky.

Issue of Freeman's Journal, or, the North-American Intelligencer, a Philadelphia newspaper, published on March 27, 1782. This issue includes an advertisement for Jonas Phillips, a prominent Jewish merchant.

Newspaper advertisement from the *General Advertiser*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on July 28, 1797. The advertisement mentions Patrick Rice, a Jewish clerk working for David Frank, and also contains an advertisement for rice.

Advertisement published in the Pennsylvania Gazette on August 19, 1772, by Michael Gratz announcing the auction of a property. The advertisement is printed in English.

Issue of the Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 13, 1789. This issue contains an advertisement by Jonas Phillips, a prominent Jewish merchant active in both Jewish and general public affairs, and President of Mikveh Israel.

Issue of the Pennsylvania Packet and Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1789. This issue contains advertisements, including one for an auction, and mentions Jonas Phillips and Myer Hart.

Photograph depicting Jacob Sanders and his two sons in front of their store in Trinidad, Colorado, circa 1885. The store features Anheuser-Busch and Indianapolis Brewing Co. signage. The photograph is mounted on board and accompanied by a brass seal.

Black and white photograph depicting the Wiener family posed in front of their store in South Whitley, Indiana, circa 1890. This is one of a group of four photographs.

Undated photograph depicting Jacob Speidel and his wife posing in front of their store. Several advertisements are visible on a fence in the background, including one for the Criterion Theatre.

Postcard depicting the interior of Chas. Goldstein Co., a furrier shop in Juneau, Alaska. The photograph shows the shop's interior, likely showcasing furs. The postcard dates from 1920.

Stereoscopic photograph depicting the storefront of Levy & Coblentz in Los Angeles, California. The image appears to be from circa 1870, showing a street scene with the store prominently featured. The photograph is part of an American series of stereoscopic views.

Stereoscopic view card depicting L. M. Cohen's store at 238 Bowery, New York, New York. The reverse of the card displays an advertisement for the store, listing various items sold, including albums, jewelry, toilet sets, satchels, bird cages, dolls, toys, wagons, and musical instruments. The date of the photograph is unknown, but it is likely from around 1875.

Stereoscopic trade card advertising Goldsmith & Co., located at 336 & 368 Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, opposite the Newhall House. The card features a storefront view and a full advertisement on the reverse. Undated, circa 1880.

Stereoscopic photograph depicting the storefront of Z. Rosman's New York Clothing House in New York, New York. The image also shows a dentist's office, M.A. Carman, on the second floor at 205 Main St., Canandaigua, New York. The photograph is undated, but circa 1890.

Color postcard depicting a Jewish store in the Jewish Quarter of New York City. Part of the U.S. Series 109/4. Published circa 1904.

This trade card advertises S. Bachman, a traveling merchant specializing in silk shawls and dress goods. The card is printed in black ink on white card stock. The text indicates that Bachman traveled from New York, and the card likely dates from the mid-19th century based on the style of the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dalsheimer Bros., a shoe merchant with locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Camden, New Jersey. The front of the card features a large, central illustration of a shoe. [The back of the card contains a detailed map of the streets where the Dalsheimer Bros. stores are located.] The business address is prominently displayed at the top of the card: 410 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA. WEST & HARTMAN STS. CAMDEN N.J.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of C. Oppenheimer, located at 332 Market Street, below Fourth Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is undated, but likely dates from around 1860 based on stylistic elements and business practices of the period.

This trade card advertises E. M. Gans, a hatter and furrier located at 437 State Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card advertises the store's goods and location. The card is printed in black ink on a white background with red lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Goldman, a manufacturer and dealer in real hair and imitation goods, located at 80 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features a black and white illustration of a woman with long, flowing hair. Text on the card reads “MANUFACTURER OF AND DEALER IN REAL HAIR AND IMITATION GOODS” and “RAW HAIR SOLD BY THE OUNCE OR LARGER QUANTITIES.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Eiseman, a clothier located at 1602 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a hand-drawn illustration of a man in a suit and a top hat. The man is standing with his arms crossed and is looking directly at the viewer. The illustration is on a white background. The card is bordered in black with a red and white strip. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Ben. Israel, Furrier, located at 806 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is printed on yellow stock and features a cartoon on the reverse. The date of publication is unknown, but it is estimated to be around 1870 based on the style and context.

This trade card advertises Mrs. H. Lowenthal, a dealer in Cohoes knit goods, located at 87 Hudson Avenue, corner of William Street, in New York City. The card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The card also indicates that the store is closed on Saturdays until evening. The card's text is in black with a red border.

This trade card advertises S. & H. Levy, dealers in foreign and domestic dry and fancy goods, gents' furnishing goods, hosiery, etc. The business was located at 113 J Street, between 4th and 5th Street in Sacramento, California. The card has a plain white background, and the text is printed in black ink. The card is likely from the late 1860s or early 1870s.

This unusual trade card, predominantly in blue and red, advertises F. Loewenstein's clothing business. The front of the card displays the business's address: Basement 83 George St., and its establishment date: Est. 1860. The card's design is described as unusual, likely due to its color scheme and possibly layout. The back of the card is not visible in the provided image. The provided images show a front and back image of the card.

This trade card advertises S. Aronson, a clothier located at 12 West Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a prominent image of a stag's head. The stag's head is depicted in a large, decorative style, and its antlers are prominently displayed. The background is a solid color, creating a simple yet elegant look. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Jacob Straus and A. Stern, jewelers and watchmakers. The front of the card displays the business's address: "Bastable Block. Opposite P.O., Corner of Warren & Genesee St." The card is printed on coated stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hoffman & Co., a clothing retailer located at the Northeast corner of Green and Grand Streets in New York City. The front of the card (image 1) features text indicating the business's location and the availability of an 1860 store catalog. The image shows an ornate design, suggesting a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (image 2) is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Oppenhimer, a wholesale jobber in clothing and furnishing goods, located at 1401, corner of Main and Fourteenth Streets, Richmond, Virginia. The card features a simple design, with the business name and address printed in bold, sans-serif font. It is a single-sided card and the back is blank. The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock.

Trade card advertising J. Cohn's Shirt Emporium, located at 249 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a graphic of a shirt and indicates that shirts are made to order. The card is blue and dates from approximately 1870.

This trade card advertises M. Wollstein & Co., a wholesale and retail liquor dealer located at 1068 & 1070 Union Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska. The front of the card is printed on coated white stock and features detailed illustrations of whiskey jugs. [The firm had a long history and operated in several cities. There is no reference to M. Wollstein on the card; however, Theodore Wollstein was active in the firm. M. may stand for his wife Mary.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Lowenthal, a dealer in hosiery, hoop skirts, gloves, corsets, and other goods. The card is printed on white stock and features the business name and address in bold text. The address is listed as 141 Lexington Street, one door above Howard, Baltimore, Maryland. The card is visually plain with minimal design elements. It primarily functions as a practical business advertisement.

This business card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., clothing importers, located at 365 & 367 Broadway, New York, NY. The front of the card features the business name, 'ROSENFELD BROS.', prominently displayed in a stylized, uppercase font. Below the name, 'CLOTHING IMPORTERS' is also displayed. The address, '365 & 367 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, NEW YORK', is clearly visible beneath. The design is simple and elegant, typical of business cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank. The card's overall color scheme is monochromatic and understated.

This trade card advertises Jacob Kahnweiler's Ladies Bazaar and Shuttle Sewing Machine Establishment located at 8 South 8th Street, West Side below Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address printed in a decorative font. The background of the card is a textured, beige color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Millerd & Hertzel, a business located at 312 Washington Street, New York. The front of the card has a glossy finish and the name of the business, along with the address, is written in cursive script, located on the left side. There is a banner with a border and a flourish in the corner of the banner, which is centered and written in a bold and clear typeface. The text is written on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Levy, a dealer in cloths, cassimeres, and tailors' trimmings, located at 198 William Street, corner of Frankfort Street, New York, New York. The card features a simple design with the business name, address, and goods sold printed in a bold, clear typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Louis E. Levy, a general outdoor photographer. The front of the card features a stylized image of a camera lens on a black background. The back of the card provides more information about the business, including the address: 622, and Levy's specialization as a publisher of 'Levy's Photographic Advertising Albums.'

This trade card advertises Edward Kakas & Sons, furriers located at 162 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a fox and a squirrel. The card has a red border. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungry, where the family name was Kokesch (a Jewish-Hungarian name). He learned the fur trade in Hungry from his father].

This trade card advertises The Hub Clothing House, located at 472 Broadway, Albany, New York. The card features a simple design with the business name and address printed in bold letters. The card is printed on a thin paper stock, and the color is pale orange with black ink. The back of the card is blank. The card is undated but likely dates to around 1885.

This trade card advertises Henry S. Spier, a clothing merchant located at 51 & 53 North Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed in black and white, and it features a simple design. The front of the card includes the business name and address, as well as a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a retailer of dress goods, cloaks, and furs, located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a large illustration of a circular fan. It is likely that the fan is being used to show off a collection of fabrics, suggesting the types of dress goods sold by the company. The card has a red border with black trim. The back of the card is blank. This card is a duplicate, meaning that there is at least one other identical card in the collection.

This trade card advertises the grand opening of Kohn, Adler & Co., a clothing retailer located at 722 and 724 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in black and white. The front of the card features an announcement of the store's opening on Tuesday, March 8th, while the back is blank.

Business Card advertising the men's furnishing business of Levy Spear and Moses Ballerstein in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is undated, but it is circa 1885. The card features a graphic design and business information.

This trade card advertises Hirsh & Bro., clothiers in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) features primarily text, announcing the business name and likely their line of clothing. The design is simple, likely relying on typography rather than an illustration. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The card's design and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin, consistent with the circa 1885 date.

This business card represents Lenneberg & Meyer, clothing manufacturers, with Weil Brothers acting as their selling agents. The front of the card displays the business's name and address: 491 Broadway, New York. The card's design is simple and straightforward, likely typical of business cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Leader Department Store, a cooperative department store, with locations in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and New York City. The front of the card features a colorful lithograph depicting a bustling city street with streetcars, an early automobile, and horse-drawn carriages. The back of the card is blank. The card's address in Pittsburgh includes Fourth Avenue, Market Street, and Third Avenue. The New York City address lists 458 Broadway.

This trade card advertises Tobias Kohn, a manufacturer of silk and worsted braids, ladies' cloak and dress trimmings, and other related goods. The card features an elaborate and ornate design. There is a central vignette with the word 'Kohn' in a decorative banner, and a floral design surrounds a woman sitting at a table, perhaps in a shop. The card also includes a graphic of a large, decorative braid. On the back of the card, there are two braids, one silk and one worsted, which are illustrated to depict the braid's construction. The card is bordered with a decorative design, and the business name, address, and product description are printed on the front. The back of the card is not blank. It is an advertisement for 'Tobias Kohn. Manufacturer of Silk and Worsted Braids. Ladies Cloak & Dress Trimmings, etc. 262 Main Street, Hartford, Conn.'

This trade card advertises S. Steinfeld & Co., located at 72, 74, 76 Walker Street in New York City. The card states that the company was a 'jobber of fancy goods, hosiery, laces, embroideries, etc.' It is printed on white cardstock. The business name is centered, the address is below. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Rosen's second-hand goods store, located at 186 1/2 Maine Street in Brunswick, Maine. The front of the card lists the services offered by the store, including selling second-hand clothing, boots, shoes, and furniture as well as pressing and repairing clothing. The card features simple typography and a plain background.

This trade card advertises the Star Loan and Mercantile Co., 1903 Market Street, St. Louis, MO, which was established in 1895 and owned by Dave Ellman. The front of the card features a photograph of Mr. Ellman, and the business's name and address are printed on the card. The text reads "STAR LOAN AND MERCANTILE CO." and "1903 MARKET STREET OPPOSITE UNION STATION." The back of the card is blank. The card's design is described as "very odd" by the original cataloger.

This trade card advertises the business of M. Adler, a clothier located at 55 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is printed in gold on black cardstock, making it unusual for the time. It features the store's address and a simple design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simeon Levy, a dealer in imported and domestic kid gloves. The front of the card, with red text on a white background, states that the office is located at 19 Summer Street in Boston. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border.

This trade card, one of three identical cards in the collection, advertises Julius Colberg & Son, manufacturers of fine cigars located at 507 Fulton Street, opposite Hoyt, New York. The cards are printed in black ink on white card stock with a red border. Each card depicts a simple design featuring the company name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This business card advertises M. Neuburger & Co., importers of small wares, located at 305 Canal Street and 47 Howard Street, New York. [The business was also associated with J. Rosenberg and S. Wilhelm.] The front of the card features the company name in large bold lettering. The card also indicates that the business was an importer of small wares. The back of the card is blank. This is a business card and not a trade card as initially categorized.

This trade card advertises Gustav Rice, a wholesaler and retailer of imported and domestic cigars. Rice's business was located at 61 Devonshire Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed on a white cardstock with black ink. It features an ornate border at the top and bottom. The text is centered. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Kuehl, a manufacturer of fine vests located at 222 Stagg Street, New York. The front of the card features the business's name and address in bold font. The card also describes the business's specialization, 'Manufacturer of Fine Vests.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Levy, a wholesale dealer and manufacturing agent of fine cigars. The front of the card features text prominently displaying the business's description: "Wholesale Dealer & Mfg. Agent in Fine Segars." Below this, the address is clearly printed: "No. 7 South Water Street." The style of the lettering and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is signed by David Levy.

This trade card advertises Harry Levy's London Cigar Store, located at 214 E. State Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The card features a simple layout with the store's name and address printed in bold lettering at the top. The text is framed by a decorative border. The front of the card is the only side of the card with text, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stadler & Co., a men's and boys' clothing retailer located at 184 to 192 Church Street and 31 & 33 White Street in New York City. The front of the card features a simple, elegant design with the company name and address printed in bold font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kohn Brothers, clothing merchants located at Market and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a simple design with a dark background and white text. The front of the card indicates the business name and address. The back is blank.

Trade card for R. Ballerstein & Co., located at 360 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is dated circa 1885. The card features images of Asian-themed dress accessories and displays apparent racist caricatures of Asian people.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a dress accessories retailer located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a circular fan. The back of the card is blank. The card is a duplicate.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a dress goods store located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features an image of a rectangular fan, a common accessory during the 19th century. The description of the business is printed on the front of the card. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises J. E. Wasserboehr & Son, a tobacco and cigar dealer located at 149 Court Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card is primarily text-based, clearly displaying the business name and address. The back of the card is blank. While the image does not directly depict the goods sold, the subject matter strongly suggests a business in the tobacco industry given its presence in the metadata.

This trade card advertises S. Wasserman, a dry goods merchant located at 49 North Howard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The card features the business's name and address at the top, with 'Specialties: Alpaca & Mourning Goods' printed below. The card has a black and white aesthetic. The card appears to be printed on both sides, but the back is not visible in this scan.

This trade card advertises R. Goodman, a clothier located at 701 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an advertisement for $1.00 pants. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely advertising dress accessories, features a single, small image on the front: a black and white illustration of a storefront with a banner above it, with a single, large, bold “L” above the storefront. The text “757 BROADWAY, CORNER OF 8TH” is printed above the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Samiof, a Kosher butcher, located at 100 River St, Troy, New York. [The Samiof family also owned a butcher shop at 88 Ferry Street, Troy. ]The front of the card features a stylized depiction of a cow's head. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joseph Weinberg, a clothier, located at 370 Grand Street, New York. The card features a red, white, and blue color scheme with a black border. The front of the card depicts an array of men's clothing, including suits, hats, and ties. The image is surrounded by text that includes the store name, address, and other information. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the DeSola Mendes Company, a cutting factory located at 12 John Street, New York. The front of the card features the company's name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joseph S. Gans & Co., tobacco merchants located at 150 Water Street in New York City. The front of the card displays the business's name and address prominently. It also includes a telephone number: Telephone 346 Johns for Purchase. The exact nature of the goods and services offered beyond tobacco is unclear. The back of the card is blank. The style suggests a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Ludwig Baumann & Co., a furniture store located on West 125th Street in New York City. The card features an ornate illustration of a room interior with a variety of furniture pieces. The back of the card is blank. For a complete list of the partners, see card 12.952 or item 1200 in the Judaica catalog.

This trade card advertises Gusdorff Bros., clothiers located at the Northwest Corner of Hanover & German Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features text primarily; the business name and address are prominently displayed. The design is simple and functional, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank. The card indicates it was printed by Isaac Friedenwald.

This trade card advertises Philip Levis' business located at the Senate Market, Corner of 13th & M Sts., N.W., Washington, D.C. The front of the card (Image af54574d-bf1f-4fa3-90d3-e8538011a94c) shows a detailed architectural drawing of the Senate Market building. The style of architecture in the drawing suggests a construction date in the late 19th century. The text on the card clearly states the business name and the address. The back of the card (Image f0b93c7d-ff61-47c7-9bb3-681442d2a080) is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Levy & Co., cigar manufacturers located at 423 & 425 East 63rd Street, New York. The card has a red border and features the company's name printed in bold lettering. The phrase 'Telephone Connection' appears on the front of the card, indicating that the business had access to this relatively new technology. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises J. Silverman, a clothier in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a drawing of the Fenner Building. The illustration style suggests it is from the late 19th century. There is no other text visible on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Witkowski, a business located in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card is printed in black and white, and lists the business's address as 161 Randolph Street, Room 20, and its telephone number as 'Main. 1020'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hugo Rosenstein, an artist's materials supplier located at 424 Sixth Avenue between 25th and 26th streets in New York City. The front of the card features a white background, with the business name and address printed in black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frank Bros., dry goods merchants in New York City. The front of the card features text stating the business's address, "44 Ann Street," and mentions "The Hebrew Ladies' Benevolent Society," noting its founding date (March 3, 1875) and listing Hugo Frank as President in 1901. The back of the card is blank. [There is additional information about Hugo Frank and his brothers that might be useful to research further to add more context about this business.].

This trade card for A. Blum, located at 49 Broadway and 105 New Church Street, New York City, features a red border and a white background. On the front of the card, the business name appears at the top, and the two addresses are listed below. The card also lists 'Importer' and 'Wholesale & Retail', which suggests that A. Blum was involved in wholesale and retail food sales and imported goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Weill of the firm Gillespie, Shields & Co., clothing merchants. The front of the card features a photograph of I. Weill and text that says, "I am coming with famous Shields Brand; Clothing." The style of the photograph and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank. There is a note that another trade card from I. Weill in California is also in the collection.

This trade card advertises E. S. Ettenheimer & Co., jewelers and watchmakers located at 2 State Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card displays the business's name and address prominently. It also includes the phrase, “Closed on Saturdays until evening,” indicating the store's hours. The style and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank. A second image is available, but its details are not included in this description.

Trade card advertising L. Kohn, a men's clothing store, located at 264 & 336 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card highlights "UNDERWEAR A SPECIALTY" and identifies the business as "THE LEADING GENT'S FURNISHER." Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Snyder, Harris, Bassett & Co., wholesale clothiers located at 525 Market Street and 522 Commerce Street in Philadelphia. The card features the business name printed in bold letters at the top with the address printed in a smaller font below it. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of A. J. Weidener, a furnisher located at 36 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a lithographic illustration of a stone archway with crashing waves in the background. The colors are predominantly shades of blue, green, and white. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Gumbinner & Friedlander, located at 51 Crosby Street, near Broome Street, New York. The card features a simple design with the company's name and address printed in bold lettering. It is a standard 2x3.5 inch trade card format. The front of the card is blank, while the back of the card provides more details.

This trade card advertises R.E. Rice, a grocer located in Madison, Connecticut. The card features an image of a fruit stand laden with a variety of fruits, including apples, grapes, oranges, and lemons. The front of the card is dominated by a large, colorful illustration of the fruit stand and a smaller image of R.E. Rice standing at the counter. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed on a pale pink cardstock, advertises A. New & Co., a clothier located at 737 Broadway, New York. The front of the card is printed in black with a simple design; the card lists the products sold, including bicycle suits and golf suits, and the name of the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of Julius Brandis, an engraver, designer, and illustrator located at 131 South Fifth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address, along with a brief description of his services. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. E. Frank, a clothier located at 238 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an image of two men standing in front of a building that might be a clothing store. The back of the card features a story about the Monroe Doctrine.

This trade card advertises David Seidmann, a furniture dealer located at 323 North Second Street in Philadelphia. The card is simple in design, featuring a white background with black lettering. The front of the card prominently displays the name “David Seidmann,” followed by the phrase “Furniture Dealer,” and the address. [David Seidmann's business is known to have been located at this address in Philadelphia in the 1880s, so the trade card can be dated to roughly that time period.] The card appears to be from a collection of 19th-century trade cards. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Baum & Co., wholesale clothiers located at 34 Walker Street in New York City. The front of the card features a simple design with the company name and address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Adolph Nachman, a furniture dealer located at 71 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features an image of a building with a large storefront window. [Adolph Nachman Sommer was buried in the Hebrew Cemetery in Texas in 1987. He was born in 1902. The card's text indicates that the furniture store is located directly across the street from the Dime Museum, which may have been an entertainment venue.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Samuel & B. Jacobson, tobacco dealers located at 10 Post Office Square in Boston. The front of the card features a lithograph of a storefront, which appears to be the business's location. The front of the card is mostly text, with a small, rectangular window that opens onto a smaller black and white illustration of a man smoking a pipe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Clifford & Co., a poultry dealer located at 205 Commercial Street, Boston. The front of the card features a large, colorful lithograph of a chicken. Text on the card states that farmers should bring their chickens to the company for various Jewish holidays and lists the dates of these holidays. The back of the card is blank. The first card in this record has text written in an ornate script, while the second card, which is a duplicate, has more block lettering. Both cards are in English.

This trade card advertises Lewinstein & Fuchs, clothing manufacturers located at 26 Walker Street, between West Broadway and Church Street in New York City. The front of the card highlights the fact that "All Goods Made by Electric Power." The card also includes a section encouraging farmers to bring their chickens on various Jewish holidays, and lists the dates for these holidays. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M.J. Steinberg, a clothing merchant located at 303 North Fourth Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card is black and white with simple typography and features the business name, address, and a border. The back of the card is blank.

This aluminum trade card advertises Morris Cohn's clothing business located at 9 & 11 Liberty Street in Bath, New York. The front of the card is simple, primarily featuring the business's address. The back of the card features a lithograph depicting peasant children. The card's metallic composition and the style of the lithograph suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is not blank; it features a lithograph.

This trade card, featuring a Japanese motif on the front, advertises Harry Frank's Ticket Office, located at 523 Broadway, New York. [The card identifies Ben Wasserman as the manager]. The back of the card provides further information about the business.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business located at 246 and 242 E. Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a man in a suit with different size options listed. The back of the card lists prices for various suits and a piece of cloth.

This trade card advertises S. Bergman, a dealer in hides, furs, wool, buffalo robes, and ginseng. The front of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/6666a237-4428-4365-a9ba-3ffb5c96aa0c%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) features the business's name and a concise list of goods: "DEALER IN HIDES, FUR, WOOL, BUFFALO ROBES. GINSENG, &C." The address is clearly printed below: "NO. 61 JACKSON ST. BETWEEN 4TH & 5TH." The back of the card (Image URL: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/bfa15578-5d68-4aad-8459-ed4f6d254d68%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) includes a list of furs and lined spaces to note prices and quantities. [It is noted that S. Bergman was an active member of the Jewish community and this is one of the earliest known Jewish commercial items from St. Paul, Minnesota.].

This trade card advertises Mager & Levin, manufacturers and jobbers of all kinds of gold and plated jewelry, located at 3 John Street, near Broadway, Room No. 4, in New York City. The front of the card features the business name, address, and a description of the goods they sell. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Milberg, a dealer in new and secondhand goods located at 189 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple, stylized illustration of a store with two front windows. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Friedlander, a jeweler located at 264 1/2 Bowery, New York City. The front of the card is a simple black and white design, with the business name and address printed in bold lettering. The card is quite small and appears to be from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Herman Jantzen, a clothing store located at 284 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The card features a simple design with a prominent advertisement for Herman Jantzen in bold letters. The card is printed in black and white. [There is a smaller image on the card of a man with glasses, but there isn't enough information about the card for us to ascertain what it is advertising].

This trade card advertises the dry goods and house furnishings business of R. Shulman, located at 361 Main Street between Cabot and Hamilton Streets, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The card is a simple design, featuring the store name and address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank. [The trade card suggests that Shulman was a Jewish merchant.]

This trade card advertises Levin Bros., jobbers in dry and fancy goods, located at 11 & 12 Washington Street North, Boston. The front of the card features the business name and address in elegant typography. The design is simple and clean, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card has the name David Halpert written on it. The image is primarily text-based, lacking illustrations. The back of the card is not blank; it contains handwritten annotation.

This trade card advertises the New York Clothing Store, owned by S. Goldstein, located at 37 Lafayette Street in Salem, Massachusetts. The front of the card displays the business name, proprietor's name, and address. The text is clean and simple, likely printed in black ink on a light-colored background. The back of the card is blank. The style suggests it is from the late 19th century, consistent with the circa 1885 date.

This trade card advertises S. & I. Amdur & Goodman, clothing manufacturers located at 16 Waverly Place in New York. The card features the company name in bold lettering, followed by their address and phone number (Spring 1829). The front of the card is divided into two sections by a vertical line. The left section shows the business information, while the right section features a design element, although it is too blurry to make out. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mayer & Loewenstein, manufacturers of fine clothing, established in 1846. The card features elegant, intricate graphic designs, showcasing the quality of the business. The card details the company’s office at 80 Beekman Street in New York City and its works located in Long Island City, New York. The business was run by S.W. Mayer, D.L. Mayer, and Loewenstein. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Freiberg-Wolfstein Oak Tanning Co., located at Dunlap, Branch, and Providence Streets in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a large bull. The bull is depicted in a striking pose, suggesting strength and power, a common symbol for the tanning industry. The card is printed in black and white and has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Levinstein & Campbell, a manufacturer of cotton goods, with offices at 25 New Chamber Street, New York City. The card notes that the company’s manufacturing works are located in Manchester, England. The card's back side is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Steinberg, a secondhand dealer located at 2500 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address. The back of the card provides a list of fire alarms in the city. The front of the card features a decorative border. The back of the card features a decorative border.

This trade card advertises the City Rag Warehouse, owned by Hayman Brothers, located at 335, 337, and 339 East Friend Street, Columbus, Ohio. The card features a simple design with the business name in large lettering at the top and the address below. The design is predominantly white, with some text in black. [The Hayman Brothers were likely Jewish merchants in the city.] The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for the Berks County Clothing Store owned by Solomon Levi, located at 652 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card is undated, but circumstantial evidence suggests a date around 1885. Information about Solomon Levi's family and their burials is included on the card's reverse.

Trade card advertising the slave trading business of Davis, Deupree & Co. in Richmond, Virginia. The card reads: "DAVIS, DEUPREE, & CO., will give their entire attention to the sale of Negros, publicly and privately, Odd Fellows' Hall, corner of Mayo and Franklin Street." This rare card is the only known card from R. H. Davis, a member of a Jewish family of slave dealers based in Richmond. Robert H. Davis and William S. Deupree opened their “Negro Bazaar” auction rooms in Richmond’s Odd Fellows Hall in 1859. The firm was short-lived, bankrupted early in the Civil War. The card is printed on glossy stock and is estimated to date from circa 1850-1855. The Davis family were well-known slave dealers in Petersburg and Richmond, Virginia, with the first generation (Benjamin, Ansley, George, and Solomon Davis) selling slaves beginning in 1838.

Trade card advertising The Castle Braid Co. and Schloss & Sons, manufacturers, located at 15 & 17 Mercer Street, between Canal and Grand Street, New York, New York. The card includes a lithograph of a factory in Brooklyn. The date is undated but the date range is estimated to be between 1890 and 1910 based on the style and available information.

This is a cloth sample card advertising A. Shuman & Co., described as the wealthiest clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th-century Boston. The front of the card displays fabric samples attached to the card, showcasing the quality of their materials. The text on the card reads, “The New Process of Knife Cutting...A. Shuman & Co.” The back of the card is blank. [A. Shuman & Co. was apparently a very successful clothing business in 19th-century Boston, though more specific details about its history are not currently available].

This trade card advertises the services of Moses, a buyer of old clothes. The front of the card displays a picture of a man, likely Moses himself, holding used clothing. The back of the card contains the following text: "MOSES...BUYES OLD CLOTHES AND PAYS A GOOD PRICE, THAT SETTLES IT...HE IS ALWAYS TO BE FOUND ON THE CAMPUS." The style of the illustration and text suggests a late 19th-century origin.

This is a trade card advertising H. Sack, a dealer in French and American window glass located at 2303 Eighth Avenue, New York. The card is a straight card with a black border. The front of the card is in black and white with bold lettering and the business name and address. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Ehrich, a dealer in watches, jewelry, and clocks, located at 108 Greenwich Street, between Rector and Carlisle Streets in New York City. The card is a coated card. The front of the card displays the business's name and services in simple lettering. The back of the card is blank. The card is a standard straight card format.

This trade card advertises Levin Bros., manufacturers and dealers in store fixtures, with a specialty in restaurant fixtures. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a roll top desk. The address listed on the card is 121 Bowery, 3 doors below Canal Street, New York.

This trade card advertises R. M. Jonas, a retailer of boys' and children's clothing. The card features the store's name in large, bold print and indicates the store's location at the northwest corner of Howard and Lexington Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Meyers, a manufacturer and wholesale dealer in clothes located at 244 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card has a simple design, with the company name and address printed on the front. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the text 'Manufacturer & Wholesale Dealer in Clothes' at the top and the address at the bottom. There is a decorative banner around the company name and address.

This trade card advertises S. Levison, a dress trimming store located at 350 Main Street, Springfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card is dominated by a drawing of a young girl holding flowers. The card is vertically oriented, with a border surrounding the image, and a large amount of white space. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Ladies' Tailors, owned and operated by K. Herwitz. The business is located at 425 N. Clinton Street, Rochester, New York, opposite Germania Hall. The front of the card announces the business's services, including the making of riding habits and bicycle suits to order. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Nurick's second-hand boot and shoe business located at 110 Washington Ave. North in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features the business name and a message advertising the sale of secondhand boots and shoes. The card also states that repairs are done and that the business will buy secondhand shoes for cash. It instructs customers to send a postcard for a call. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Reno's French Umber Filler, for sale by Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., located at Pratt and Hanover Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features the text "RENO'S FRENCH UMBER FILLER" prominently displayed above the business name and address. The back of the card contains instructions for mixing paint. The style and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Max Elfman & Co., a men's clothing store located on Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) shows an illustration of a building, possibly their store, with the address: 4811 Lombard Street and Market Street. The style of the building and typography suggest a late 19th or early 20th-century origin. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a brief obituary for Max Elfman, noting his 45 years in the business at 4th and Market Streets, his death on January 8th, 1959, at age 70, and his survivors. The back of the card also includes some philosophical musings related to life, suggesting a personal reflection added after the fact.

This trade card advertises Edelstein Bros., pawnbrokers located at 2813 Jackson Ave. at Queens Plaza in New York. The front of the card depicts the traditional symbol of pawnbroking—three gold balls—arranged in a visually appealing manner. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card features a comical prayer, a humorous element likely intended to engage customers. The card also highlights the convenient location, mentioning accessibility via all subways, elevated trains, buses, and trolley cars. The text on the card indicates they were the "Oldest Established Pawnbrokers in Queens."

This trade card advertises A. Friedlander & Co., importers and manufacturers of cloaks, suits, and mantles. The front of the card showcases an elaborate, colorful graphic featuring stylized, Art Nouveau-inspired illustrations of women in various elegant garments. The illustrations are arranged around a central text panel that prominently displays the business name and slogan. The back of the card contains a lithograph image of a factory. It lists the business addresses in Boston and New York City as well as factory locations in Berlin, Germany, and Paris, France.

This trade card advertises B. Ballerstein, a clothier located at 340 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is printed on green stock. The front of the card features a large illustration of a man dressed in a suit and hat. The man is holding a scroll. The background is a detailed illustration of a building and landscape. The back of the card is blank.

Envelope addressed to Hernsheim & Bro. at the La Belle Creole Cigar Factory in New Orleans, Louisiana, dated October 28, 1884, and sent by F. Tudore. The envelope features decorative seals of state.

This trade card for Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store, features a decorative lithograph design. The card lists the company's address as 443 & 445 Broadway, New York. The trade card is printed on thick paper stock with a decorative border. The front of the card depicts a group of six figures arranged around a large circular banner. The banner displays the company's name in gold lettering. There are five figures: 1) three children in a line, 2) an adult man seated on a chair, and 3) an adult woman standing holding a book. In the background of the scene there are two large trees, one with a large white bird perched on a branch. Two small, winged creatures in a circular design are in the bottom right corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joe Kadish, a retailer of guns, licenses, tents, Navajo rugs, and musical instruments. The card displays Joe Kadish's address: 108 1/2 East Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO. His business phone number, Main 1939.W, is listed on the card. The back of the card features comical questions about citizenship, perhaps intended to be humorous and engaging for customers. The front of the card is dominated by an illustration depicting a man wearing a cowboy hat, holding a gun, and pointing toward a building. This building likely represents the store. The illustration includes a horse and a Native American wearing traditional clothing. The imagery on the card suggests that Joe Kadish catered to the interests of those who lived in the Colorado Springs area at the time. The card is a colorful piece, using a bright red and blue color scheme. There is also a black and white border, and a black and white star-shaped motif in the upper right corner. There is also a black and white graphic with arrows at the bottom left and right of the card. The card likely dates from around the 1880s based on the design style and the inclusion of the telephone number. The front of the card includes the phrase 'Joe Kadish', 'Guns, Licenses, Tents', and 'Navajo Rugs and Musical Instruments' in bold, black lettering. The word 'Colorado' is in bold, black letters within the address. The phone number appears in smaller, black letters. The back of the card is primarily white, with black lettering.

This trade card advertises H. M. Strauss & Co., fruit dealers located at 116-117 Sheriff Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a large watermelon as its central image. The watermelon is depicted in full color, with a green rind and a red interior. The card also has a telephone number, 476, printed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Janentzky & Co., importers and dealers in artists' materials. The card features a dark, red and white border with decorative flourishes in the corners. The text states that the business is located at 1125 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank. The card appears to be from the late 1800s, circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the Newark Paraffine & Parchment Paper Co. The front of the card is divided into two sections. On the left, the text 'Newark Paraffine & Parchment Paper Co.' appears in a dark red block at the top of the card. Below the company name, the company's address, which is not visible, is likely listed. On the right side of the card is a full-page image of a large building. It appears to be a factory or warehouse. The building's brick facade is adorned with a large, open window, creating a sense of grandeur. The building is surrounded by trees, suggesting an industrial landscape. The bottom of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Stern & Co., a dress goods business located at 37 & 39 Main Street, Bangor, Maine. The card features a black and white illustration of a woman wearing a dress, looking over her shoulder as she walks through a room. The front of the card indicates that the store is directly under the Globe Hotel. The back of the card features an advertisement for a card printer and depicts an owl perched on a fence.

This trade card advertises Henry Gimpel & Co., manufacturers of trimmings. The front of the card lists the company's office at 395 Broadway and factory at 119 Walker Street, both in New York City. The card advertises a variety of trimmings: fringes, gimps, cords, tassels, chenilles, loops, etc. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the firm of Schiff & Bodenheimer, located at 96 & 98 Franklin Street, corner of Church Street, in New York. [L. Isaacs is also mentioned on the card, but his specific role in the business is unclear.] The front of the card is printed in black and white, and the text is laid out in a simple format. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Alois Kohn & Co., jewelers located at 16 Maiden Lane, near Broadway, New York. The card is printed in black ink with a simple design, showcasing their business name and address. The business was established in 1850 and had a telephone number, 1402 Cortlandt. This card features the address and business information on the front, with a blank verso.

This trade card advertises the Clinton Business Exchange, located at 89 Clinton Street, New York. The front of the card features a small rectangular block of text. The business name, address, and telephone number are listed in both English and Yiddish, possibly indicating that the Exchange catered to both English and Yiddish-speaking clientele. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of L. Steinfeld located at 184 Main and Sixth Streets, Zanesville, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a town hall. The text indicates that the business sells men's and youths' furnishing goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Gershel & Bro., a purveyor of cloaks, mantillas, and fancy furs located at 233 Eighth Avenue, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, New York. The card is simple, with black text on a white background, and includes the business name, address, and a list of products. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Solomon Reich, a furrier located at 307 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a large illustration of a lion, signifying strength and quality, and the text “Furs, Hats, Caps, Straw Goods.” The illustration also includes children wearing fancy hats. The back of the card features the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Gassinger, Heymann & Co., manufacturers of store, bar, and office fixtures in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card provides the address of the business as 431 and 433 Colvin Street, located between Gay and Hillen Streets. The card also mentions that the business accepts mail orders promptly. [Gassinger, Heymann & Co. was likely owned by members of the Gassinger family.] The back of the card is blank.

This black trade card advertises I. Bedichimer, a jeweler located at 616 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is decorated with various society emblems and designs, including a stylized Masonic compass and square and a crescent moon, suggesting that Bedichimer specialized in jewelry for fraternal organizations or those who wished to display their affiliation with these groups. The card has a simple design and layout. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Grub, a suit manufacturer located at 10 Pell Street, New York, between the Bowery and Mott streets. The card features a very ornate design with a large font size that highlights the business name and address. The front of the card has text, 'PARLOR SUITS, MANUFACTURER,' written in a bold and prominent font, making it a noticeable advertisement.

This trade card advertises Z. Horikoshi & Co., a business represented by Clarence C. Stein. The card features a decorative pattern on the front, with a red border. It is a simple card with no graphic design beyond the text. The text reads, '32, GREEN STREET,' 'REPRESENTS Z. HORIKOSHI & CO.,' 'TELEPHONE 1648 SPRING.' [The business was likely located in Paris, France, and imported goods from Japan.] The card is from the late 1880s or early 1890s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lyon Brothers, wholesale dry goods merchants located at 33 Cortland Street in New York City. The front of the card, which is printed in black ink, features a simple text layout that lists the name and address of the business. The card also advertises the fact that the business serves as an agent for Excelsior Buck Goods, Gloves, National Fire Works, and Mont Glen Paper Company. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in a plain, simple style.

This trade card advertises Stern Bros., a gents furnishing business located at 4448.50 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card advertises that the store is located next to the New Bank, and features knit jackets as a specialty. The image, likely from the front of the card, shows a man in a dark suit and bowtie. He's carrying a walking stick and wearing a top hat. He is positioned on the left side of the card, with the business's name, address, and information about the store’s specialties to his right. The background is comprised of geometric shapes and a stylized cityscape.

This trade card advertises Joseph Strauss's boot and shoe shop located at 60 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is a deep purple color with the store's name, address, and the words “Boots & Shoes” printed in black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co. The card features a simple, rectangular design with a red border. The company's name appears on the top line, and the location, MARKET, ELEVENTH TO TWELFTH STREETS, is displayed below. The card is labeled as being presented by a salesperson. It is possible this is a promotional or discount card intended for customer use.

This trade card advertises J. Weil's clothing store, located next to A. L. Hollyday's store in Hollydaysburg, Pennsylvania. The card's design is predominantly green, black, and white. Unfortunately, the provided image descriptions do not offer specific details about the illustration or text on the card's front. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Frank's Cut Rate Ticket Office, located at 591 Broadway between Prince and Houston Streets in New York, New York. The card notes that the business had been operating for a quarter of a century prior to the date of the card. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14 and 16 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card is predominantly green and advertises suits, overcoats, ulsters, and ulsterettes. The card advertises a ‘Great Mark Down Ever Known.’ The back of the card is blank.

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 business of A. D. Gittelson, jobbers of Russian and Turkish cigarettes and tobacco. Gittelson also sold teas, coffees, and spices. The card provides two addresses for the business: 384 Perry Street and 588 Woodland Avenue. The card also includes the phone number C.3080.R. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. There are no images on the card, which appears to be a simple text-based trade card.

This trade card advertises Hoffman Bros., manufacturers of all kinds of cloth hats and caps. Located at 133 Mercer Street, near Prince Street, New York City, the card features a grey floral background. The front of the card is black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a sample of a shirt, with a piece missing, made of muslin. The card also lists the business address: 246, 248, 250, and 252 E. Madison St. The back of the card has a price list and size chart. The card is dated 1872. This trade card is one of two in the same record. The second card is a large, rectangular, vertical card and the card shown is the second card in the record, smaller, rectangular, horizontal card, with the name of the business on the top center.

This trade card advertises Harry Cohen, a metal goods merchant at 250 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design, with the name, address, and telephone number printed in black lettering on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of J. Rothschild, located at 232 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card dates from between 1897 and 1898.

This business card advertises the Rochester Knitting Works, owned by Max Lowenthal & Brother. The front of the card displays the business name, address (428 to 438 East Main St.), and the establishment date (1868). The card's design is simple and understated, typical of late 19th- or early 20th-century business cards. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Boston Clothing Store, owned by Julius Cohen, in Biddeford, Maine. The card features a stylish, detailed illustration of a man in a suit with a hat and a walking stick. He stands on a sidewalk facing the street, and there is a building behind him. The illustration is surrounded by a patterned border. The business name and owner are printed in bold letters above the image, and there are words about the store below the image. The card is printed in shades of green and red on a white background, and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Blumberg's secondhand clothing business located at 921 Lombard Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card has a red border and a small illustration of a man in a vest and bowtie leaning on a table with a clothing display. The business name and address are printed in bold letters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. M. Waldman, a dry goods store located at 52 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The card is black and white, and the front features a rectangular design with the store's name in bold type at the top. Below the name, the address is given. The layout is simple and utilitarian. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Rosenblatt & Co., importers of house furnishings, located at 32 S. Howard Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features the business name prominently displayed. The words "IMPORTERS" are displayed above the address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Krauss Brothers, boasting "The Largest Store in Town." The front of the card features a photographic portrait of Mae Murray, a popular actress of the silent film era. The text on the card also includes their Bell Phone number: 76. The back of the card is blank. There are two images in this record. The second image is a close-up of the front of the trade card, making the details clearer.

This trade card advertises M. L. Cohen, a dealer in all kinds of meats and poultry, located at 330 Penn Ave. in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple design and text, with the business name and address printed in a bold, black font. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for Rugoff & Co., located at 83.87 Canal Street, New York, New York. The card wishes the recipient a Happy New Year. A handwritten inscription on the reverse reads: "DAVID KATZ C/O HEBREW PUB. CO. 50; ELDRIDGE ST. NYC". Date is inferred as circa 1900 based on the style and context.

This trade card advertises the California Wine House, owned by Sam Freshman, located at the corner of Elm and Lamar Streets in Dallas, Texas. The front of the card displays the business name, "CALIFORNIA WINE HOUSE," prominently. The address, "CORNER OF ELM & LAMAR ST.," is also clearly visible. A telephone number, "TEL. 136," is included indicating a relatively modern establishment for its time. The back of the card is fully illustrated with an advertisement, though the details of the advertisement are not provided in the metadata.

This trade card advertises Wolfsheim & Sachs Inc., a business located at 35 Maiden Lane in New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple design with the company name, address, and establishment date of 1888. The card does not have a visual illustration, but is framed with a dark border. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for the Household Outfitting Co., owned by Isidor Moses. The card lists the business's address as Huron & Washington Streets. The date is unknown, but based on the style it is likely from the early 20th century.

This trade card advertises the Hoboken Carpet Cleaning and Renovating Works, owned by Theo. Hochbaum & Son, located at 914 Jefferson Street and 915 Madison Street, Hoboken, New Jersey. The card is printed in black ink on a white background. It features the company name and addresses, as well as the phone number, 1758. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Kaplan, a dealer in all kinds of live poultry, located at 62 Algonquin Place, Springfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a lithographic illustration of chickens. The back of the card is blank. The card also includes Kaplan's telephone number, 3-5403.

This trade card is for Dr. jur F. M. Warburg in New York, New York. The card is printed in black ink and features a simple handwritten sentence on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Fenno & Co., clothiers with locations in Boston and Chicago. The front of the card (image 1) is primarily visual, likely showcasing samples of fabrics or clothing styles, although the specific details are unclear due to image resolution. The image is primarily in shades of brown and possibly other muted colors commonly found in 19th-century prints. The back of the card (image 2) contains a handwritten note indicating locations in Menomonic, Wisconsin; 58 & 60 Lake Street, Chicago; and 66 Franklin Street, Boston. This suggests the card circulated beyond its intended advertising purpose and into personal correspondence. The back of the card also includes addresses.

Trade card advertising the Railroad and Farmers' Clothing Bazaar owned by A. Frankenstein. Located at 138 Water Street, Elmira, New York. The card features an illustration of a tailor measuring a client. Undated, but possibly from 1878 based on contextual evidence.

This trade card for T. T. Cohen, a builder in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a simple, straightforward design. The front of the card is primarily text-based and displays only the name "T. T. Cohen" prominently. There are no images or illustrations. The text is simple and clean, suggesting a design from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Starr & Marcus, located at 22 John Street, New York City. The front of the card shows the text ‘Starr & Marcus’ and the address ‘22 John Street – Upstairs’. The back of the card is blank. [Starr & Marcus were likely Jewish merchants selling house furnishings or jewelry.]

This trade card, printed in English, advertises H. J. May & Bro., a clothing merchant located at 300 North Second Street, corner of Vine Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a full advertisement promoting their fall line. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is for Charles J. Cohen, who was president of the Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce from 1913 to 1916. He was also president of Mikveh Israel from 1879 to 1881. [Cohen was born in 1847 and died in 1927. He was the brother of Mary Cohen.] The card is decorated with an ornate pattern and lettering.

An advertisement for tracing paper and packages from Cohen's, a stationery store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The advertisement consists of a yellow envelope containing both tracing paper and an impression. The label on the envelope includes instructions. Circa 1850. Possibly a unique surviving example.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothing store located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys dressed in fine clothing. They are carrying bags of candy on their shoulders, their faces are obscured but they both have curly hair. The background includes a decorative design. The card lists two addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Streets.

Trade card depicting a caricature of a Jewish pawnbroker interacting with a customer. The card is antisemitic in nature and includes the phrase 'Five Years Later'. The card is undated, but based on its style, it is estimated to be from around 1860.

Trade card depicting a caricature of a family, possibly intended to be antisemitic. The card features a well-dressed couple and children, suggesting the arrival of new citizens. Undated; likely from the 1860s based on style and context.

Trade card depicting a man holding a basket of suspenders. This is part two of three cards. The card features antisemitic caricature. Published in the United States in 1882.

This trade card advertises the Lion Clothing Hall, a men's clothing store owned by Sol. Aarons. The front of the card features a large, vivid illustration of a lion set against a blue background. The image is framed by a red border. The card's address is 1020 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shwartz & Son, dry goods merchants located in New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card announces a special offer: "25 Cents Off on $5.00 Purchase." The back of the card provides the full business address: No. 133 Canal Street, Touro Building. The design and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin. The image shows what seems to be a portion of the advertisement. The back of the card contains the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Liberman and Stevenson's Wardrobe, a clothing store located at 9 N. Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a colorfully rendered illustration of a stylishly dressed ostrich looking at its reflection in a mirror. The card has a reddish cast with a silver background, creating a striking visual effect. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joel Gutman & Co., a silk and lace house established in 1852. The front of the card features text advertising their participation in the International Exhibition in Fairmount Park, Philadelphia. The address, 30, 32, 34 & 36 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, is also clearly printed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Fleischmann Company. The front of the card is one of a set of three. It features a comic actor or performer, highlighting the brand’s national advertising. The back of the card contains a recipe but is somewhat damaged. The card appears to be from around the time of the company’s founding in 1868.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann's Yeast. The front of the card features a magician performing a trick. The back of the card has a recipe for making bread, with some damage. The card is part of a set of three cards.

This is a trade card that advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a man and woman at the seashore. There is a recipe on the back of the card, but some of the text has been damaged. This card is one of three, and it is part of a national advertising campaign.

This trade card advertises Bloom's, a dry goods and house furnishings store located in New York City. The front of the card features a playful illustration of children marching. The back of the card is a full advertisement with a calendar. The card includes an 1877 date.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a clothier located at 81 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a unique illustration. A man in uniform passes a note to a girl through a fence. There is a calendar on one side of the image. The card is dated 1878.

This trade card advertises B. Hartill Manufacturing, a company specializing in Scandinavian padlocks. The front of the card features an illustration of a man and woman tumbling out of bed. There are two smaller illustrations in the bottom right corner, including a man and woman lying in bed and the address 273 1/2 Division Street. The text includes addresses for various stores on the Lower East Side of Manhattan, including 353 Grand Street, 290 Grand Street, 264 Grand Street, and 208 Broome Street. The back of the card is blank. The back of the card features a list of businesses in the neighborhood of the Lower East Side. This directory includes the names of Mayer, Jacob, Schloss, L.A., Wannack, A., and Wiessner, H., who likely owned and operated businesses in the area.

This trade card advertises the grand fall opening of Weil Brothers, clothiers, at 165 & 167 Avenue A, New York City. The card is oval-shaped and features an elegant design in black ink with gold accents. The card is printed on heavy card stock with a smooth, polished surface. The front of the card features an ornate inscription announcing the “Grand Fall Opening” of Weil Brothers. The card is dated 1878. The back of the card is blank.

This folding trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, dealers in dress trimmings and findings. The card is designed like a business card, and when unfolded, reveals a full advertisement in letter form. The front of the card displays the addresses: 733 Arch St. and 113 & 115 North Eight Street, Philadelphia. The back of the card indicates the date: Fall 1879. The inside of the card (when opened) features a detailed advertisement, although the specific content of the advertisement is not fully visible in the available images. The images show the details of the card are printed in dark ink on cream-colored cardstock.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at Broadway and Prince Street in New York. The card features a man with two boys, all pointing towards a sign advertising 'Max Stadler'. The card also lists an address for the store at 8th Avenue and 40th Street, indicating the company had multiple locations. The back of the card features an advertisement for a 10% sale that ran until January 1, 1880. The front of the card features a dark, background with light colored figures and the white Max Stadler & Co sign. The background includes a small image of two horses and a carriage. The back of the card includes an image of a building in a city setting.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card lists two addresses: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a yellow shoe with a pink rose and blue flies. There is also a yellow bow tied around the shoe's ankle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of A. Feldenheimer in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a woman having a gold necklace placed on her by Cupid. The background includes a red curtain. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a pocket watch advertisement.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's and features a greeting for Thanksgiving Day 1880. The front of the card is printed in green with a black figure of a man holding a goose and a basket of food. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Zabinski, a clothier with two locations in New York City: 1499 Third Avenue on the East Side and 2296 Third Avenue on the West Side. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding birds. A calendar is included on one side of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located at 24th & 25th Streets on Eighth Avenue in New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy on ice skates pushing a girl on skates. The girl is wearing a white dress, a black coat, and a black hat. The boy is wearing a red hat and a blue coat. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's a New Year's greeting card for 1881. The card is green and features a jester and two boys. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Strauss Bros., clothiers located in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a large, elaborate illustration of a young man in a suit and top hat, holding a cane. The man is surrounded by a beautiful, ornate border, with a design resembling an oval or an intricate flower. The background is a light tan color. The date 1902 appears on the bottom right side of the card. The back of the card contains a calendar in an unusual shape. [Strauss Bros. was established in 1877 and was a successful business.]

This trade card advertises G. Kahn, dated 1882. The front of the card features an illustration of a brown and white puppy that has knocked over an ink bottle. The image has a red border. The card has the copyright notice, COPYRIGHT 1882 BY G. KAHN. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, dated 1882, advertises G. Kahn's business. The front of the card features a white puppy holding a knitting needle in its mouth with a partially knit item lying beneath its paws. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., clothing merchants with locations at 1418 Polk Street and 132 Post Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features two girls in a garden setting. One girl wears a blue dress and a red hat. The other wears a red dress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for Rosenthal Bros. & Co. and includes a shoe advertisement for Laird, Schober & Mitchell.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground in a very awkward pose, as if he has been squashed. Two women are watching the scene in disbelief. The man’s body is colored in blue and the women's attire is in shades of red and green. The image has a cartoonish quality, as if to illustrate a comedic accident. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground, seemingly injured. Two women look down upon him with concerned expressions. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Cahn, a coal and wood dealer located at 1519 East 12th Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a ship in a harbor with a red rose floating on the water. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with the business's phone number, 1637.

This trade card advertises Meyer's, a gents' furnishing store located at 483 Grand Street, New York. The card features an illustration of an older man with a cane, a younger man with a hat, and a dog in a park setting. The text on the front of the card states 'HATS AND CAPES GENTS FURNISHING; FURS CLEANED AND ALTERED...CALL AT MEYER'S'.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, shoe dealers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child dressed as a teacher standing next to a large shoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The bottom of the back of the card features a 1882 calendar and a depiction of a building labeled 'Post Office Building'.

This trade card advertises M. Lipsky, a clothing merchant located at 96 Andrew Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman's hand holding a cluster of red and yellow flowers. The business's address is printed beneath the illustration. [There is no information on the back of the card].

This trade card, dated 1883, advertises the furniture business of Nathan Bensinger in Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man in an oversized hat, holding a large key. The back of the card features a calendar. This card advertises the business's location: 316 & 318 Main Street. [The card was on display at the American Jewish Archives exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005. The Bensingers were one of the earliest Jewish families to live in Louisville, Kentucky.]

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothing merchant in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a young boy being measured for a suit. The card's background depicts a shop interior with clothing racks. The text on the card states '336 & 338 River St./13,15,17 4th St.', indicating the business's address. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Nathan's, a clothing store located at 221 Sixth Avenue, between 14th and 15th Streets, in New York City. The front of the card features a unique illustration of a young boy standing in a cup and saucer. The back of the card features a stamped advertisement, which includes the business's name, address, and possibly other details about the store.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf's Novelty Clothing House of New York. The front of the card features a basket of blue flowers. The back of the card provides the business's address: 1397 3rd Ave., between 79th and 80th Streets, New York City.

This trade card for Jas. Rothschild's business, known as "Scott's Old Stand," features a windmill on the front. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with the business's address: 477 Eighth Ave. The imagery suggests a potentially rural or quaint aesthetic, possibly contrasting with the urban location in New York City. The style of the illustration on the front is suggestive of late 19th-century design, consistent with the circa 1885 dating. The back of the card is not blank; it displays the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises I. M. Liberman, a watchmaker and jeweler located at 103 Grape Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a blue bird in the center, surrounded by a stamped border. The back of the card is blank. The card features a blue bird in the center.

This trade card advertises William Abraham's grocery store located at 209 Fifth Avenue, McKeesport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a tug-of-war between a group of Jewish individuals and a group of Irish individuals. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, New York Millinery, located at 6 & 8 Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of Minnie Hauck, a popular opera singer of the late 19th century. The card is decorated with ornate lettering and design details, which include flower motifs, a ribbon, and a crown. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Union Clothing House owned by Daniel Epstein. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of birds comically trying on shoes. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the Union Clothing House, located at 816 Penn Street, below the Farmers Market, in Reading, Pennsylvania. The back of the card also includes the address. [The provided text also includes a newspaper clipping about the death of Mrs. Julia Epstein, widow of Captain Daniel Epstein, a Civil War veteran. The Abe Golden Post, 170, Jewish War Veterans of the United States, honored Captain Daniel Epstein at Mt. Sinai Cemetery in 1938.]

This embossed trade card features a child wearing a pink winter coat and carrying a small package. It advertises S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 163 Locust Street. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store. The card has a red border and is embossed in a decorative pattern.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Clothing, located at 204 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an image of a mother duck and her ducklings. The back of the card is blank.

This embossed trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co., located at 219 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a prominent red rose in the center, surrounded by a decorative frame. The company's name and address are displayed prominently, along with a detailed advertisement for chandeliers, clocks, and gas machines. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features an adorable image of a child holding a piece of jellied bread out to their pet dog. The dog sits patiently, waiting for a treat. The back of the card advertises Ehrichs', a cloak and dolman shop located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street. It also features an image of the business's storefront.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a retailer of dress accessories located at 40 and 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two birds perched on a flower, with a decorative border around the edges. The back of the card is blank.

This is a large, folding trade card for Cohn Bros., a clothing store with locations in Addison and Wayland, New York. The front of the card features a hand with a palm divided into different areas. The card unfolds to reveal four pages of fortune telling with instructions. The back of the card is blank. This is the first of four cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Spielmann, Strack & Co., clothiers located at 111 & 113 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a well-dressed man in the latest fashion. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business and includes a lithographic illustration of the store building. [Eschenfelder, A. and Furth, David are also listed as business owners.]

This trade card advertises M.M. Cohn & Co., a clothing retailer located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The front of the card showcases a national advertisement for Dr. Warner Corsets. The card features a red and white color scheme. The back of the card contains additional details regarding the store.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a child and a dog by a pond with ducks. The child in the image appears to be a boy wearing a light-colored jacket. The dog is a medium-sized, light-colored breed. The card has a red and blue border. The background includes trees, grass, and a white picket fence.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets, Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a child in the center being attacked by a large swan, which has its wings open and seems to be approaching the child. The child is dressed in a blue suit and is holding a red umbrella. The scene appears to be set in a park with trees and a path. The words CORN, GENESEE and NORTH STREETS are listed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child holding a large egg and a pink, wooden dog. The illustration appears to be a child’s drawing, with simple, bold lines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers, located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child holding a large egg and a pussy willow branch. The card has a red border, the background appears to be a pale green or yellow, and is comprised of a horizontal stripe with the store name, address, and “Clothiers & Furnishers” above the child and below the egg. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a child peering into a large egg. A small chick is emerging from the egg, suggesting a theme of new beginnings or growth. The card also includes a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child looking into a large egg with a rooster coming out of it. The image appears to be a visual metaphor for the abundance and freshness of the clothing offered by Rosenbloom Bros. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, possibly from around 1885, advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a child looking into a large egg. A lamb is emerging from the egg. The background appears to be a wooded area, with a path and a small cottage.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card depicts a child riding a donkey. The image appears to be a scene from a farm, with wheat or corn growing in the background. The business's name is printed below the image, along with the address, and the year 1881. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children riding in a goat-drawn cart. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a family with two children and a man and woman standing inside an envelope-shaped frame. The background is simple, with a solid color and a subtle outline of a building. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children inside an envelope, pulling on a leg. The children are wearing a variety of clothing, some with hats and gloves. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two children on a swing. The text on the card indicates that the business is located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee, North, and Corn Streets in Auburn, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a man with an arrow through his hat. The man is depicted wearing a long coat, a hat, and a bow tie. His facial expression suggests surprise, and he is holding an open umbrella in his right hand. The arrow is protruding from the brim of his hat and is pointing to the right. There are small figures in the background. The card features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a design of a red bird perched on a branch surrounded by blue flowers. The background of the card features an ornately-designed building, perhaps a post office building, rendered in dark brown tones. The front of the card has an intricate border in shades of burgundy, tan, and brown, featuring a repeating pattern of leaves and berries.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a woodpecker perched on a tree branch. The image is set against a background of green foliage. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Goldvogel, a jeweler located at 357 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a satirical image of a man, possibly Irish, being mocked and ridiculed by other men. The words “HONORABLE MR. ROURKE” are printed above the image along with the phrase “OUR NEW CITIZENS..ANTI.IRISH”. The business is identified in the bottom right corner, and the text mentions the business was established in 1854. The card mentions “Small Repair”. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy in a Spanish costume, with a large sombrero and a mustache. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein's One Price Shoe Emporium, located at the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue in New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a bird perched on a branch with flowers blooming beneath. The card is bordered by a line of blue and gold, and the shop name is listed in blue text.

The trade card advertises the clothing merchants S. Rosenbloom & Son at 22 South Salina Street and the corner of Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card shows children positioned within a shaped envelope that has been partially torn open. The illustration is meant to give the impression that the children are peering out from the envelope. The image is framed by a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Adolf Adelmann, a tobacco dealer located at 625 Eigth Street, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a cat and mouse. The cat is perched on top of a barrel, and the mouse is trying to escape its clutches. The children are dressed in colorful clothing, and the scene is set against a background of buildings. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises H. Lustberg, a clothier located at 379 8th Avenue between 28th and 29th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man rowing a boat. The man is wearing a long coat and a hat, and he is holding a pair of oars. The boat is floating on a body of water, and there are trees and bushes in the background. The back of the card is blank. The card is in a style typical of trade cards from the late 19th century, using a simple design and a humorous illustration to attract attention.

This trade card advertises W. Jacobs, a clothier located at 1177 Third Avenue, between 68th and 69th Streets, New York. The front of the card depicts two comical men in a humorous scene battling a large fish. One of the men is dressed in a tuxedo, the other in a military-style uniform. The card is set against a yellow background with a dark blue border.

This is a discount card from Rothenberg's, located at 14th & 6th Avenue in New York City. The card offers a discount for orders of $3.00 or more. The front of the card is simple and features only text stating the discount offer and the business's address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street in New York. The card features an illustration of ducks. The image is damaged. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a clothing store located at 289 Sixth Avenue, corner of 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card features a stylized depiction of flowers. It has a very simple design with only the name of the business and the address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card for Nathan's, a clothing store, features an illustration of a donkey carrying a basket filled with flowers. The business address is listed on the card as 229 Sixth Avenue, corner 15th Street, New York City. The card appears to be a single sided card with a blank reverse side. The card is an example of early 20th-century design, and its colorful image and simple layout are typical of trade cards of the period.

This trade card, advertising Samuel Aronson's business at 288 Bleecker Street, corner of Commerce Street, New York, features a lithograph of a young girl seated and reading with a man standing behind her. The card has a pink background with the business name in gold lettering, and a yellow banner announcing 'China and Glass' along with the address in red. The back of the card is filled with advertising information about the store.

This trade card advertises Strauss', a clothing store located at the corner of Fulton and Fourth Streets. The front of the card features a woman looking through binoculars. She is wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat. There are buildings and other details in the background of the scene. The back of the card provides more information about the business. The address on the front of the card is unclear, but the image shows an awning over the entrance to the store with lettering that says 'Fulton, Corner of Fourth.'

This trade card, part of a set of two, advertises W. Jacobs, a clothing store located at 282 Bowery, near Houston Street, New York City. The front of the card is adorned with a decorative floral border featuring yellow flowers and green leaves. This decorative motif is a recurring design on many of the trade cards found in this collection. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Kayser, a hatter located at 10 South Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a biblical scene on the front. It is likely depicting the story of the prophet Daniel in the lion's den. The card is printed in black ink and features a red border around the edges of the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's, a bedding store located at 1218 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bull engaging in a comical fight with a fox. The bull is standing on its hind legs, paws in the air, and the fox is in a defensive posture, with its head lowered. The scene is likely meant to be humorous and is likely meant to represent the idea of Sternberger's being 'tough' on the competition. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Sternberger's bedding products.

Trade card advertising the shoemaking business of Sylvan Dalsheimer, located at 31 North Ninth Street, between Filbert and Arch Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is dated circa 1885. The front of the card features the text "COMMON SENSE SHOEMAKER," and the back includes a full advertisement and an image of a foot.

This trade card features a yellow rose embossed on the front. The back of the card contains the advertisement for C. Roth's clothing business located at 1230 North Second Street in Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises S. Rothschild, a clothier located at 415 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is somewhat damaged, but features an illustration of a boy with a butterfly net. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street and 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The card lists the business name and address in a simple, bold font. There is a small drawing of a dog in the upper right corner, but the rest of the card is blank. The back of the card features a calendar for January through June of 1880, providing a valuable historical reference for the year it was printed.

This trade card advertises the services of Armand Dalsemer, a merchant tailor located at 136 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithographic illustration of a woman. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business. The woman's fashion and pose suggest this card dates to the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's Furniture and Bedding Store, located at 1218 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a lily, a symbol of purity and beauty, often associated with the home. The back of the card includes an advertisement for bedding. The image is in shades of blue and green, and features a stylized floral design. The card is bordered in blue.

This trade card advertises Blitz's, a business located at 2216 N. Front Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a purple shoe adorned with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Casseres, a clothier located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) showcases a simple design featuring primarily text. The business name, "Isaac Casseres," is prominently displayed, along with the address: "N. W. Corner Eighth and Race Street." The text on the card is predominantly black lettering on a cream-colored background, suggesting a simple and somewhat austere aesthetic. Image 2 shows the back of the card, which is blank.

This trade card for A. Loewenthal, a clothier located at 805 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features a snow scene. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, located at 116 & 118 N. 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a stage with a red curtain drawn back. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, millinery, located at 201 East Water Street in Elmira, New York. The card features an anchor with a rope and flowers, and two leaves. It is printed on cardboard in blue ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mrs. J. Haim, a hairdresser located at 57 Washington Street in Rome, New York. The card features a design of blue flowers against a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 S. Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a child holding a large dog by a rope. The image is simple and focuses on the figure of the child and the dog. The address is prominently displayed at the bottom of the card.

This trade card, which is likely from the 1880s, advertises the clothing business of A. J. Wertheim in Middleburgh, New York. The front of the card features a cartoon-like illustration of a Black man holding a cane. This image is likely intended to be humorous or satirical, but it is important to note that it employs racist stereotypes and reflects the prevailing racial prejudices of the time. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The card has a brown border.

This trade card advertises A. J. Goldman, a dry goods merchant located at 8 King Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an image of Cupid. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store. [A. J. Goldman closed his dry goods store in 1885 due to a sheriff's order.]

This fan-shaped trade card advertises M.S. Liberman, a clothier located at 188 Exchange Street in Geneva, New York. The card's design is simple with the business name and address prominently displayed, and no other details are included on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., a shoe dealer located at 325 East Water Street in Elmira, New York. The front of the card depicts a woman trying on a shoe, with the business name and address printed in bold. The bottom corner of the card is chipped. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum, a shoe store located at 20 South Pearl Street. The front of the card features a woman sitting in a chair trying on a shoe. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenthall, a clothing store located on Oneida Street in Cohoes, New York. The card features a young man looking at clothes. The front of the card has black and white ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Simon, a clothing merchant located at 98 Washington Street in Hoboken, New Jersey. The card features an illustration of a child wearing a rose hat. The text on the card also indicates that this card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. H. Pelzer's general store located at 542 & 544 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. Two young children, possibly siblings, hold a sign advertising the store. The card is printed in black and white with a dark blue trim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Posner's, Lilly, a business located at 35 & 37 Church Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey. The front of the card is a single-sided card featuring a central red and gold design surrounded by a black border. The card features the store's name, “Posner's, Lilly,” in bold, black font. The address, “35 & 37 Church Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey,” is included in black font below the store name. The card is faded, but appears to include an image of a woman with a hat and an apron, possibly working at a counter, but the image is too faded to interpret further. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Lowenstein, a clothier in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a man holding his hat on. The image is set against a backdrop of Taylor Opera House. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for M. Bierman's Son, clothiers, located at 16 Church Street in New Brunswick, New Jersey, features a whimsical illustration of monkeys fishing from a shoe. The image is likely a caricature and contains elements that could be considered racist. The style of the illustration and the overall design of the card suggest a late 19th-century origin, aligning with the circa 1885 date. The card is trimmed, indicating it may have been part of a larger set or collection. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Goodman, a grocer located at 46 Centre Market in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a pastoral scene, possibly featuring a farmhouse and surrounding fields. The scene is depicted in muted green and brown tones, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of J. Feuer, located at 240 & 242 West Fifth Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of three boys fishing, holding a single fish. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

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 E. Newman, a dealer in ladies' fine undergarments, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a Bortree corset. The illustration depicts a woman standing with her back to the viewer, facing a mirror. She wears a long gown and a corset. The words 'Bortree Corset' are printed on the corset. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

The front of this trade card advertises A. Goldberg's Clothing Store, located at 264 Spring Avenue, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman standing in a grassy field with a fence and a tree in the background. The card's back features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt's store in Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an advertisement for AUSTENS FOREST FLOWER COLOGNE with the address 94 MAIN STREET printed beneath. The back of the card is blank. [This card appears to be from the collection of J. Reizensten].

This trade card advertises N. Meyers, a clothing store located at 531 Pearl Street and 671 Lorain Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a man courting a woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Golden Eagle Clothing House features an image of a farm wagon traveling through a snowy landscape, evoking a sense of winter and warmth. The front of the card displays the business name, Golden Eagle Clothing House, and its address: 10 E. Third Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Steinfeld, clothing merchants, features a woman in a colonial-style dress sitting and looking out a window. The card lists two addresses for Steinfeld: 242 and 244 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The back of the card features a full advertisement. The front of the card is printed on a light peach background with a light green border. The window has a blue frame and the woman is wearing a yellow dress with an ivory apron.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing merchant located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a woman in a colonial dress sitting beside a young man. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card for Manhattan One Price Clothing Co. features a woman standing next to a body of water, holding a crabbing net. The woman is wearing a long dress with a wide, dark-colored collar and a skirt that falls to the bottom of the card. She has brown, wavy hair and looks directly at the viewer. She stands near an unnamed body of water. There is a dark, rectangular-shaped object near the water and several other small objects that appear to be aquatic plants or a type of algae. The background is light blue, and the border of the card is a deep red. The address and business name are printed in black. The trade card is on the front of the card.

The trade card is for F. Friedman, a dry goods store in Lewiston, Maine. The front of the card depicts a cluster of colorful carnations. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a humorous scene of children tying a balloon to a dog's tail. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Freeman's clothing store. The card states that Freeman's is the first clothing store from Main Street.

This trade card advertises Prince Albert Cigarettes, sold by N. Samuel. The front of the card features a cartoon-style illustration of a clown holding a fan. The clown is dressed in a colorful costume and has a red nose. The card also includes the address, 10 Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts and 119 Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois. The back of the card provides additional advertisement details.

This trade card advertises Jacob Stern & Co., dealers in ladies' dress trimmings. The front of the card features a comical illustration, likely a cartoon, with the words "SHOO FLY" prominently displayed. The illustration's style suggests it may be a humorous take on a common theme. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. [It is likely that the illustration on the front of the card was intended to attract attention and draw customers to the advertisement on the reverse side.] The back of the card is not blank. A second image shows the back of the card with more detailed text, showcasing the business's complete array of offerings and contact information.

This trade card advertises N.A. Moses & Co., a fancy dry goods store located at 43 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features an image of a woman dressed in a fashionable, long-sleeved gown with a high-necked collar and long gloves, her hair styled elaborately. She holds a bouquet of lily-of-the-valley blossoms. Behind her is a beautiful garden scene with colorful flowers. The card has a decorative green border and a banner at the bottom with the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card advertises Myers & Reizenstein, likely a clothing store. The front of the card features a design with a bird. The back of the card has a full testimonial.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler, a clothier located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three puppies. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises O. V. Handy & Bros., a poultry dealer based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is a calendar intended for farmers, detailing Jewish holidays and the most popular fowl in demand for each holiday. It is likely that Handy & Bros purchased poultry from farmers for resale. The front of the card features a calendar with the holidays and fowl listed in a table format. It has a red border with the name and address of the company. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M.J. Weinberg & Co., a dry-goods store in Akron, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a bonnet. The image appears to be a detail from a larger illustration. The back of the card is blank. [The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati, Ohio, during an American Jewish Archives (AJA) exhibit in 2005].

This trade card advertises Strassburger & Joseph, a clothing retailer located at 161 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a girl in a bed looking at a boy with a wash basin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg's, a business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of an old mill stream, with a flowing river, trees, and a stone bridge. The illustration is in a light brown tone and creates a sense of tranquility. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Holzheimer & Co., successors to Guttenberg, Rosenbaum & Co., in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a baseball catcher in action. The illustration is bordered by text. The back is blank. [L. Holzheimer was the treasurer of Temple, possibly a synagogue.]

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a clothing store located in Elmira, New York. The front of the card has a bell-shaped design and is predominantly white with a black border. The card features a decorative floral design. The business name, L. Rosenbaum & Sons, is written in bold at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro.'s, a clothing store located in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful scene of a snow-covered landscape adorned with red roses. The design is evocative and visually appealing, likely intended to attract customers. The background features a row of buildings in the distance. The card's back is blank. The card's edges are slightly worn.

This trade card advertises B. Levin's, a clothing store located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a girl holding a cat. The girl is wearing a colorful dress and a large, pink hat. The illustration is surrounded by decorative borders and typography. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levi, a clothier located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a fairy holding a rose, a common design motif in the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bloomingdale Bros. a general store. The front of the card is dominated by a large illustration of a bouquet of roses in a vase. It is printed in shades of red, white, and green. The back is blank.

This trade card, advertising the clothing store Steinfeld, features a cartoon illustration of a man kissing a woman. The front of the card displays the business address: 15 East Main Street, Rochester, New York. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., a clothing store located in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a portrait of a woman with blonde hair. She is wearing a dark, ruffled dress and a light-colored collar. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for M. Shwartz & Co. depicts two children sitting on a bench. The child on the left is wearing a straw hat and the child on the right is wearing a ribbon around their neck. The image is surrounded by a border of decorative designs. The back of the card is blank. The card was found in a volume of trade cards dated 1885. It is unclear if the card is actually from that time period or if it was found in a volume of trade cards from 1885. The card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing store located in Poughkeepsie, New York.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card displays a large, yellow rose with a green stem and leaves against a light blue background. The rose is the only visual element on the card, occupying the majority of the space. The name 'Rosenbloom Brothers' is printed in a dark blue font at the top of the card, and the address 'Syracuse, N.Y' is printed in the same blue font below the rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a beautiful, dark-eyed young woman on the front of the card. The woman is dressed in an elegant gown with a large, prominent hat. The front of the card has a decorative border and the business name is printed across the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a man dressed in a colonial style suit. He is standing in a slightly posed position, and the design of the suit and the hair style suggests an earlier period. The text on the card is not visible in the image, but it likely advertises the business of Samuel Cohen, a merchant tailor based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Oppenheimers, a clothing store located at 82 Market Street and 1 Diamond Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical scene of a man caught with a maid by his wife. The man is seen peeking out from behind a curtain while the maid is hiding in a closet. This image is humorous and hints at the store's ability to cater to the needs of different customers, even if they have secrets to keep. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Mayer, a clothier located at the Southeast corner of Centre Square and Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design with roses. [Mayer was active in Jewish community affairs]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joshua Schnurman's dry goods store in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/24ce3905-272d-43b1-9c13-8e7f5f03ae9e%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) depicts a child in a wooded area, possibly intended to evoke a sense of wholesomeness or nature. The image's style and coloring suggest a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card (Image 2: https://iiif-images.library.upenn.edu/iiif/2/d1614802-d10d-49af-83ff-be2dd190452e%2Faccess/full/!600,600/0/default.jpg) is blank. The card likely belonged to an early Allentown Jewish family.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld's, a clothing store in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy wearing a red cap, holding a drum, and accompanied by a monkey. The boy is standing on a platform. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Wertheimer, a dry goods merchant, features a child holding a balance scale. The card includes the address 701 & 703 North 2nd Street. The back of the card is blank. There is a second trade card with the same information, but it has a slightly different design.

This trade card, advertising J. Rothschild, a clothier in Columbia, Pennsylvania, features a depiction of a single, large pink rose. The rose is centered against a white background. The business's address, 236 Locust Street, is printed beneath the rose, with the last line of text appearing to be cut off.

Set of four trade cards issued by M. Liebmann in Deadwood, South Dakota, circa 1885. The cards depict scenes with flowers and fairies. The cards are part of a larger collection of trade cards.

This trade card is for Levy's Pawnbrokers in Altoona, Pennsylvania. It features a four-page design, with two pages containing advertising and the remaining two pages showing a Christian story. The cards feature a mystery theme. The front of the card features a depiction of a man in a dark suit in a shadowy room. He is looking intently at something to his right, and there is a large, open book on a table to his left. The back of the card features a depiction of the Holy Family and the angel Gabriel announcing the birth of Christ. It appears the images on the card are the first two pages, with the third and fourth pages likely being advertising on the back. It is difficult to say if all four pages are related to the same business.

This trade card advertises Joshua Schnurman's dry goods store at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a child riding a frog. The child is wearing a red and white striped dress and a blue hat. The background is a simple design that includes the store name and address. This trade card was at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.

This trade card advertises the printing business of Benj. Rosenblatt, located at 11 North 3rd Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a dog with a prominent collar. The verso of the card includes a list of prices for various printing jobs, including cards, letterheads, and envelopes.

This trade card advertises Kammerer & Weber, a fine furniture store located at 927 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an artist's palette with paintbrushes. The trade card names C. Weinmann as the owner. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the umbrellas and parasols manufactured by I. Kratzenstein in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts flowers and a small umbrella. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the Fashionable Hair Emporium, owned by M.M. Cohen & Co., located at 28 Winter Street in Boston. The card features a simple design with the business name printed at the top. Below the business name, the text 'Wholesale Manufacturers of Human Hair Goods' appears. The card's background is light with dark letters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Rosenblatt & Co. in Rochester, New York, features a simple illustration of a baby holding a rattle. The card has a plain background. The back is blank.

This trade card is a large holiday greetings card featuring a child holding an umbrella in the snow with holly. This suggests that this is a seasonal greetings card that may have been distributed during the holiday season. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, shaped like an artist's palette, advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a well-dressed man standing outdoors. The image is likely intended to showcase the high quality of clothing sold by Gross. The palette shape is a unique design element, suggesting the business may have aimed to associate itself with artistry and refined taste. The back of the card is blank. A second image is present in the record but is not described.

This double-sided trade card advertises M. Rosenfeld's cheese factory in Boston, Massachusetts. One side features a color illustration of a cheese factory, while the other side shows a football player and a woman in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Arenovsky's, a clothing store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a colorful bust of a woman, likely depicting a fashionable customer or a model wearing a garment available at the store. The text on the card highlights the store's 'Fall Opening' at the Boston branch. The address, Bridge Street, Westport, is also included. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a furniture store in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an image of birds perched on branches. The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Strasser & Co., manufacturers of cigars and leaf tobacco in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers.  Below the image, the text reads, “SILK, The Finest Cigar.” The back of the card is blank. The card's design suggests a late 19th-century origin, aligning with the company's establishment date of 1852. A related billhead mentions that Benjamin Strasser was employed by the company, and Isaac M. Strasser served as vice president of a Jewish Men's club in 1899.

The front of the card features a young girl, with dark curly hair, in a white dress, holding a bouquet of pink flowers in front of her. The girl is looking at the viewer. The background includes a blue sky with clouds and greenery. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an image of a jaybird. [Rosenbloom's was likely a clothing store run by a Jewish merchant.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Morris Gross, Marble Hall Clothier in Troy, New York, features a comical illustration of a boy ringing a dinner bell for a group of dogs. The card also advertises multiple addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street. The card depicts a picture of Gross' main store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features an elaborate illustration of a bouquet of flowers and butterflies. The text “Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast” appears above the image. The background is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. J. Strauss', a clothing store located at 362 Fulton Street & 4th Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene featuring a man with his family. The back of the card includes a list of prices for various items.

Set of two trade cards for A. Ostheim & Bro., clothiers located at 510 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards are bell-shaped. One depicts a cottage scene with a canoe; the other shows a cottage scene with mountains. The cards are undated, but based on stylistic elements, they are circa 1885.

A set of three trade cards issued by H. & D. Cohen, located at 123 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards depict children in comical scenes. The cards are undated, but the style suggests a date of circa 1885.

A set of three trade cards advertising H. & D. Cohen, located at 123 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards feature floral designs. The cards are undated but are estimated to date from circa 1885 based on the style of the cards and other related materials in the collection. The cards are part of the collection Arc.MS.56, Volumes 33, Pages 11 and 14.

This trade card advertises E. Hartenstein, an importer of cigars and tobaccos located at 609 Girard Avenue in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a child holding a lyre. The card has a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card is shaped like a palette with paint. A young girl in a ballet dress is featured on the card. The card is in the shape of a palette with paints. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a merchant tailor located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a young woman seated astride a mule, facing to the left. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothing merchant located at 324 & 326 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a dark dress and white apron tending to a goat. She appears to be feeding the animal. A wooden fence and trees are in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a hosiery specialty shop in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children sitting on a star-shaped braid. The illustration is surrounded by text advertising their specialties and multiple addresses: 568 & 570 Broadway and 50 & 54 James Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Wolf, a leading one-price clothier in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple line drawing of a young girl standing against a wall. The illustration style appears to be from the late 19th century. Below the illustration, the text clearly states the business name and address: "Isaac Wolf, Leading One Price Clothier, 824 Cumberland Street." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located at Marble Hall, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a well-dressed man standing in front of a mirror, looking at his reflection. The card is shaped like a pallet with paints, which are spread across the surface.

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 Jos. Stiner & Co., importers and dealers in fine groceries, located at 663 Ninth Avenue, New York City. The card depicts a young girl standing on a beach with a view of a boat and a beach house in the distance. She wears a light-colored dress, holding a parasol. This card has a red border and a decorative pattern on the back.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi's Clothing House, located at 652 Penn Avenue in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a rose and a picturesque country scene. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Fleischner's Old Stand, located at 208 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features the business name and address. Circa 1885.

Set of three identical trade cards issued by P. Ostheim & Son. Each card features an illustration of a girl with a snowball and is triangular in shape. The cards display the address 1102.1104 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards are undated, but are circa 1885 based on other contextual information. The cards are part of a larger collection of trade cards.

Set of two trade cards issued by P. Ostheim & Son, located at 1102.1104 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Both cards are shaped like a pallet. One depicts a child hunting, and the other shows a child with a snake. The cards were displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) in 2005. Circa 1885.

This trade card, from P. Ostheim & Son, clothiers, is located at 1102-1104 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman in an oriental dress that is based on a stereotype of women of Asian descent. This stereotyped figure is meant to attract customers and potentially promote the image of the store as a supplier of fashionable or exotic clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Ostheim & Son, a clothing retailer located at 1102-1104 Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young boy wearing a hat. He is the central focus of the image. The background is a simple design with a faded, decorative patterned border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Boot and Shoe Store, owned by A. Cohen, at 164 and 166 Main Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The front of the card depicts a bird's nest resting inside a shoe, symbolizing the comfort and quality of the footwear offered. The image is set against a backdrop of decorative, floral patterns. The back of the card, which is not visible in this image, likely provides more details about the store's offerings.

This trade card advertises Henry Cohen's, a business in Emlenton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a child playing at the seashore. The front of the card shows a child holding a bucket and shovel and looks out at the sea. The name of the town, Franklin, Pennsylvania is crossed out and “Newtown” is handwritten in, indicating the business may have moved. There is no address provided on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St. in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a floral design with stylized mushrooms and flowers, printed in red and black ink. The text, printed in black ink, reads 'WHOLESALE AND RETAIL' at the top, with the address below. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising L. Rosenbaum & Sons, located at 201 E. Water St., Elmira, New York. The card depicts a comical scene and includes the phrase "They All Do It." It is one of a set of four. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Strasburger & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Gay and Front Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a colorful illustration of an owl surrounded by frogs. [The business was owned by Kauffman Strasburger and his son Louis. ] On the front, the card shows a stylized owl standing on a log in a forest setting, with three frogs at the base of the log. The owl is holding a scroll in his beak that reads 'Strasburger & Son.' The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, noting their prices and styles. It advertises $10.00 All Wool English Serge Suits in blue, brown, black, or slate.

Trade card advertising L. Rosenbaum & Sons, clothiers, located at 201 E. Water St., Elmira, New York. The card depicts a comical scene of a man being fitted for clothing, emphasizing the store's focus on circumference. The card is part of a set of four and is circa 1885.

Trade card for L. Rosenbaum & Sons, located at 201 E. Water St., Elmira, New York. The card depicts a comical scene, possibly related to clothing or dry goods, featuring a fat man in a park. The text includes the phrase "Dawgy! Dawgy! Vere is dat." The card is part of a set of four and is dated circa 1885.

This is one of a set of four trade cards advertising L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St., Elmira, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a school boy, depicted as a dunce, with the caption 'I Never Saw That Pin Afore'. The illustration is a racist caricature, and the boy is shown with exaggerated features and dark skin. The card is printed in black and white, and has a red border. The front of the card has the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a wholesale and retail dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St. in Elmira, New York. The card features an image of strawberries and flowers. The front of the card has a red border, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bernstein's Glove Emporium, located at 817 Broadway in New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and girl dressed in colonial-era garb. The boy wears a brown jacket and a blue waistcoat. The girl wears a pale blue dress and a white bonnet. The illustration is done in a style that might suggest the business was still in operation in the early 20th century, but given its placement in a collection of trade cards dated circa 1885, the card is likely from that time period.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a clothing and dry goods store located at 112 & 116 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts an imp or mischievous child fighting with a large bug. The imp appears to be swinging a stick or a club at the bug. The colors are muted, and the drawing is in a simple, almost cartoonish style. The card has a red border. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, a house furnishings store located at 1210 and 1212 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a young girl with a shovel, possibly digging in a garden or on a beach. [J. L. Isaacs was active in Jewish affairs.]

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., clothiers located at 23 Colony Street in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a close-up illustration of a windmill. The windmill is prominently displayed, emphasizing its presence as a prominent landmark in the city. The background is not depicted, but it is possible the card was printed in red, black, and gold. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., located at 23 Colony Street in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a simple design with a cottage depicted in the center. The cottage appears to have two windows, a door, and a chimney. It is set against a background of foliage and possibly a fence or wall. The design is understated and simple, using only a few colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., located at 23 Colony Street, Meriden, Connecticut, in the YMCA building. The front of the card features a windmill in the distance, surrounded by fields and trees. The sky is blue with white clouds. The text on the card is in a simple, elegant font, suggesting a traditional and established business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. & N. Meyer's, a horse and mule dealer located at 258 Bank Street, Jersey City, New Jersey. The card features a colorful illustration of a horse and mule. The front of the card advertises that the business has 150 to 200 first-class working and driving horses, and also mules. The card is written in a hand-written style.

This trade card advertises Stern Bros., a clothing business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple design with two dogs. The back of the card includes advertising for the store. No address is listed on the card.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers located in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys playing on a patch of grass. One boy is pulling another on a makeshift rope. The text 'WEAR RESISTANT' appears above the image. Below, the addresses for two stores are listed: 565.567 Broadway Cor. Prince, and 619.621 8th Ave. Cor. 40th. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Adelmann, a tobacco dealer located at 625 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts children attending school, with desks and a blackboard. The illustration is in a lively, detailed style. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for Adelmann's business.

This trade card advertises A. Adelmann, a cigar manufacturer located at 625 Eighth Avenue in New York City. The card features a caricature of an Irish porter, a common sight in New York at the time. The front of the card is printed in black and white, while the back is blank. The card is part of a collection of Judaica Americana and may represent an example of a Jewish-owned business in New York City during the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises F. P. Kohen & Co., a grocery store located at 150 Beaver Avenue, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a sword. The reverse of the card features a list of all of the mayors of Allegheny City from its founding in 1840 through 1881. The back of the card also provides additional advertising information for F. P. Kohen & Co.

This trade card advertises Marcus Cohn, a clothier located at the corner of Main and Ellison Streets in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of an elephant on a boat. The back of the card has a large advertisement for the business.

This is one of three trade cards for Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card depicts a group of children on a beach playing in the water. The back of the card advertises fans and parasols. [The Morgenthau family were Jewish merchants in Chicago and owned a successful dry goods business.]

This trade card, one of a set of three, advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a fancy dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card depicts children enjoying themselves at the seashore under a parasol. Two children are playing in the surf, one in a blue bathing suit and the other in a red and white striped bathing suit. In the background, a building can be seen near a body of water. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co. located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago. The front of the card depicts children on a beach, writing in the sand with a stick. The illustration is rendered in a stylized, almost cartoon-like manner. The back of the card advertises ties, fichues, collars, and cuffs. [Morgenthau Bros. & Co. was founded in 1885 by brothers Siegmund Morgenthau and Hermann Morgenthau, who came to Chicago from Germany in the 1860s. They opened a clothing store on State Street, and expanded their business in the 1880s to include wholesale and retail trade of dress accessories.]

This trade card advertises Henry Nathan, a clothier located at the corner of Van Houten and Ellison Streets in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts children holding the ad, indicating that the business catered to families. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the card features a stylized design of a floral arrangement on a dark background. The card advertises Rosenbaum, formerly Fleischner's Old Stand, located at 208 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothing merchants located at 67 & 69 Genesee St., Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an image of two lilies growing from a shoe. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black ink on a white background.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods store located at 208 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an elaborate floral design with roses as the prominent motif. The card's text is in a decorative typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schnurman, Son & Co., located at 713 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design of roses. The card is bordered with a decorative, light-blue design. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for Nathan Ellis, a merchant tailor and clothier, located at the Mansion House Building on Strand in Rondout, New York. The card features an illustration of a child with a flower basket. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises A. G. Jacobs, a boot and shoe dealer located in Orcutt's Block on Main Street, Rockville, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of children inside a cobbler's shop. Two children are standing inside the shop, a young boy to the right, wearing a red coat, and a young girl on the left, with long hair, wearing a blue dress. The girl is holding her hand to her mouth as if she's laughing. A third child, also a young girl, is seated on the left looking down at a pair of boots. The scene depicts various tools and materials for making and repairing shoes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Weiner, a wholesaler of liquor, wine, and cigars in Rondout, New York. The card is decorated with a comical image of a man in a striped shirt, carrying a large barrel on his back and wearing a large hat with a feather. The card states that Weiner's business is located at 161 & 163 Strand Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Rosenberg's Great Western Boot and Shoe Bazaar, located at 1124 & 1126 South Fourth Street. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man appearing to be intoxicated in a bar setting. He is wearing a hat and holding a bottle and glass. The background is a simple illustration of a bar with several men standing around. The image is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This is a national advertising trade card for Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features an illustration of Romeo and Juliet. The back of the card is blank. The card is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys singing and playing a violin. They are dressed in suits and are positioned in front of a large, ornate window with a view of the city. The illustration is in a colorful, stylized art style with bold lines and vibrant colors.

This trade card advertises Abe Weil, a clothier located at 114 North 9th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a young woman wearing a light-colored dress and a large hat. She sits with a book open on her lap, and appears to be reading poetry. She is surrounded by daisies. The front of the card features a dark green background and the name of the business in white lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abe Weil, a clothier located at 114 North 9th Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young woman sitting and reading a book of poetry in front of a stand of lilies. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of refinement and elegance, associating the clothing store with beauty, leisure, and culture. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising I. Guggenheimer's dry goods store located at 2647 Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a child with a roll of cloth. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising L. L. Adler, dry goods merchant, located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card indicates that the business was formerly known as Lutz & Adler. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman, possibly a store clerk, in a portrait-style image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three young girls playing with a cat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers in Auburn, New York. The card features a simple design with a young girl sitting on a bench. The front of the card is black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., clothing merchants located in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card prominently displays the phrase "ON ALL 2.00 SALES, FARE PAID," suggesting a sales promotion or special offer. A pictorial element is present: a drawing of a sailing ship. The address, 174 Bridge St., is clearly indicated beneath the promotional text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a one-price clothing store located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in red and black and features a simple illustration of a child standing on a beach. [The card is described as being “Successors to L. Goldberg.” This suggests that B. Bloch & Co. took over the business from L. Goldberg, who was likely another Jewish merchant in the area.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at 565-567 Broadway and 619-621 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman standing in a wooded area. Her clothing is hard to make out because of the darkness of the image, but she has a white collar and appears to be holding a bag. The text on the card indicates that the company is holding a January sale at cost. The back of the card has a detailed advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises M. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 73 Washington Ave, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a bust of an elaborately dressed Middle Eastern woman with ornate jewelry and a large flower in her hair. She is wearing a long, flowing gown with a patterned bodice. This is likely a generic image for a trade card, rather than a specific portrait. The card has a light blue background with a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum, a clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of two boys on a swing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue, near 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy dressed in a Turkish costume. The card has a red and blue border. The back of the card is blank. [Bloomfield's store was dissolved by 1890].

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two children interacting with a large loaf of bread. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Spielman Brothers, a dry goods store located at 164 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a design of a basket of berries, with the business name and address printed beneath. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Spielman Brothers, a dry goods store located at 164 West Fifth Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The card features a simple design with an image of a beautiful pink morning glory flower. The illustration is set against a background of a dark blue color, creating a dramatic contrast. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Spielman Brothers, dry goods merchants located at 164 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of a snowball flower, with a small, white flower at the center of a fluffy, white circle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Home Furniture and Carpet Company located at 263 Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card showcases a charming illustration of a thatched-roof cottage, evoking a sense of homey comfort and suggesting the style of furniture sold by the company. The image is likely intended to convey a feeling of coziness and quality associated with domestic life. Below the image, the text clearly displays the business name and street address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the dry goods store of C. Weisenberger, located at 1732 South 4th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with a bouquet of flowers. The background is mostly blank, leaving space for the business name and address. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Steiner's located at 1937 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a floral pattern, with flowers in a variety of colors. It appears to be a decorative card used for promotional purposes, although it is difficult to discern the exact nature of L. Steiner's business.

This trade card advertises Samuel M. Lederer, a clothier located at 207 Greenwich Street, New York. The front of the card features a child standing in a park-like setting, next to a Native American child. The image appears to be a depiction of the relationship between a settler child and a Native American child, and could be construed as a representation of racism and assimilation. The card features an ornate, rectangular frame. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating to the late 19th century, advertises Levi Brothers, a clothing store located at 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two young girls looking at a jack-in-the-box. The card is printed in shades of pink, blue, and green, with a gold border. The card has a blank back.

This trade card advertises M. Rosenblatt & Son, Keystone Printing House, located at 136 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a cartoon illustration of a bathhouse attendant on a beach. The attendant is holding a towel and appears to be waiting on customers. In the background, there is a view of the beach with a pier. The back of the card provides a price list for various types of printing, including cards. The card also includes a note stating that they print 5000 cards for $8.75.

This trade card advertises Philip Grossman, a dealer in fine cigars, located at 517 Callowhill Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the text "DEALER IN FINE CIGARS" prominently displayed within a decorative floral border. The address, 517 Callowhill St., is clearly visible below the main text. The overall style and design suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Prager's Boston Clothing Store located at 14 Market Square, Newburyport, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men on unicycles colliding with each other. The illustration appears to depict a street scene, with a row of buildings visible in the background. It is likely this card was meant to be an entertaining and memorable advertisement for the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Leichter, a clothier located at 150 Canal Street in New York City, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a bird, possibly a stylized design element rather than a detailed depiction of a specific species. The text on the card clearly states the business name, address, and location in relation to another building: "150 CANAL STREET...UNDER CITIZENS SAVINGS BANK." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Nat Bernstein is located at 268 Grand Street in New York, NY. The front of the card features a drawing of a hand holding a bouquet of flowers. The background is a textured, geometric design. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies. The card features a vibrant picnic scene with families enjoying various fish products. The scene includes a picnic basket, children playing, and a couple sharing a meal. There is a large tree in the background with a view of a lake. The front of the card features an illustrated image of a family picnicking. The back of the card is a full advertisement listing all the various types of Royal Brand fish delicacies.

This trade card for N. Snellenburg & Co., located at Fifth, South & Passyunk Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of a child getting a shave with a razor. The card is printed in black and white and is rectangular in shape. The front of the card features the company name and address, along with the illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a large illustration of Stony Point. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing store located in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features an illustration of a mother and child dressed in colonial garb, likely meant to evoke a sense of tradition and quality. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simon & Co., a clothing store located at 942 N. Second Street. The front of the card is shaped like a palette and features a detailed illustration of a village scene. The back of the card lists prices for suits, indicating the store's specialty.

This trade card, shaped like a pallet, advertises Simon & Co., clothiers located at 942 N. Second St., Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a charming village scene with buildings and trees. The back of the card provides details about the business, including prices for suits.

This trade card advertises H. & D. Cohen, clothiers located at 123 N. Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vase of flowers. The card is a cream color with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. S. Lazarus, a men's furnisher located at 155 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat against a blue sky and white clouds. The words 'MEN'S FURNISHER...HOLIDAY GOODS IN GREAT VARIETY' are printed in bold, large letters on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G.D. Gorman's Popular Dry Goods Store located at 37 and 39 West Broad Street in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a bird perched on a flower. The card advertises the store as selling Ladies, Misses, and Children's clothes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Weinberg's, a clothing store located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (image 1) depicts a woman in a long gown, possibly showcasing the store's attire. The style of the dress and the overall aesthetic suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card (image 2) contains the full advertisement, which includes the offer: "WE WILL PAY YOUR CAR FARE...WILL PRESS & REPAIR; FOR ONE YEAR." Two addresses are listed: Y.M.C.A. Building, 106 North Queen Street, and 420 Market Street. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a dry goods store located at 568 & 570 Broadway, and 50 & 54 James Street in Albany, New York. It features a depiction of Rapunzel, a character from the fairy tale, lowering a rope of yarn down from her tower window for her lover to climb. The card highlights the business's specialty: hosiery. It also advertises 'Star Brand Fleisher's Worsted Yarns.' The card is printed in black ink on a cream-colored card stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Jasner, a retailer of silks, shawls, and dress goods located at 419 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card boasts that the business has been established for 36 years. The card features an image of an Indian scene. The text on the card is in English. [Max Jasner was active in Jewish affairs.]

This calling-card style trade card advertises M. Levy, a boot and shoe store located at 3 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a bird perched on a floral arrangement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Bros., a clothing store located at 304 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a child in a basket that is suspended from a tree. A dog rocks the basket. The background of the illustration includes trees, a fence, a house, and a path. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt's New York Store, located at 57 Main Street in Medina, New York. The front of the card features a floral design with the name of the store and its address prominently displayed. The card is vertically oriented. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Bierman's Son, a clothing store located at 59 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a large illustration of a young girl in a dress. She is sitting on a small stool with her feet resting on the floor. She has dark hair and a dark dress. The background is a lightly textured cream color, with an embossed pattern that resembles wood or marble. The background color is a warm yellow. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer located in New York City. The front of the card features a young boy playing a mandolin. The illustration is set against a backdrop of a building. Text on the card indicates two of the store's locations: Broadway and Grand Street, and 8th Avenue and 40th Street. The back of the card has a full advertisement for a 'Prior to Stock Taking Sale'.

Trade card advertising the holiday goods of L. Bloch & Co. and Moses Bloch's. The front features an advertisement for "Holiday Goods of Any and All Kinds, Cheap at L. Bloch & Co." The reverse side displays the message "Money Saved Is Made."

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a blue jay, perched on a branch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The card features two children painting a large egg-shaped object. It is set in front of a building that appears to be a post office. The card features a border with a decorative floral motif. The front of the card has the name of the store, and the address is on the back.

This trade card, printed in the late 19th century, advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a humorous illustration of children rolling a large egg along a sidewalk, with a post office building in the background. The children are dressed in period clothing, and their cheerful expressions contribute to the card's lighthearted charm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene at the zoo, where a man is watering the top of another man's hat. The card features a red border with the business name at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers, features a whimsical illustration of a woman comically beating a giraffe with an umbrella. The style of the drawing suggests a humorous and lighthearted approach to advertising. Below the image, the address of the business is clearly printed: 22 South Salina Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young girl's face surrounded by a circle of roses. The card is in black and white with a gold border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at 22 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a man rowing a boat on a river. The background includes a bridge, a cityscape with buildings, and trees. The image appears to be a stylized drawing with simple lines and colors. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of a red robin perched on a branch. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red, white, and blue border.

Two trade cards advertising S. Rosenbloom & Sons and S. Rosenbloom & Son, both located in Syracuse, New York. The cards depict colorful birds on a branch with yellow flowers and a post office building. The cards are undated, but are circa 1885. The cards are part of the collection Arc.MS.56, Volume 31, Page 29 and Arc.MS.56.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls. One girl is holding a parrot on her arm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a wood thrush perched on a branch, surrounded by leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Clothing House, owned by Applebaum Bros., located at 229 High Street in Holyoke, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a bulldog holding a miniature version of the business card. The image is likely intended to be eye-catching and memorable for potential customers. The style of the illustration and overall design suggests it was likely produced sometime in the late 19th century. The business name, address, and possibly the image are all featured on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Nunes, a clothing store located at the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Avenues in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a child standing on the rigging of a ship. The back of the card lists various clothing items with prices. It also mentions that the store’s inventory was “slightly damaged by the last storm.” The image of the ship may represent a journey, and the mention of damage may refer to a storm that occurred recently in Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 and 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a humorous image of a man being measured for a suit. The man is wearing a long white coat, and the tailor is measuring his chest with a tape measure. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons jewelers at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a young girl holding a jewel, captioned 'Emeraude.' The image is in a black and white style.

Trade card advertising H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers, located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a child with jewels and is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a water spaniel, a breed of dog known for its retrieving abilities. The card features addresses for the business, 324 & 326 River Street and 23 & 25 Fourth Street. The back of the card is blank.

This item consists of a two-sided advertisement for Joseph Ullmann, a furrier located at 165 & 167 Mercer Street in New York City. One side features a calendar for the year, prominently displaying the address. The reverse side contains an advertisement with instructions on how to ship furs and skins to Ullmann. [J. Ullmann was the Treasurer of Ahabath Achim Kalhal in St. Paul.]

This trade card advertises A. Polack, a clothier at 1316 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska. The card features a snowy scene with roses in the foreground. The card is printed in green and black. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Steinfeld's Merchant Tailoring Department, located at 78 & 80 (Old No. 15) Main Street Bridge, Rochester, New York. The card features an infant on the back of a stork and the phrase "FOLLOW THE CROWD AND BE EXPECTED TO BE PLEASED WITH THE; BARGINS." Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises A. C. Einstein & Bro., printers and jobbers. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two kittens. The back of the card has a comical image of a grasshopper bumping into a man. The back of the card also includes a detailed description of the business's services and location, including the address, 2707 Morgan Street.

This trade card advertises Meyer, Arnold & Co., located at 123 Fourth Ave., Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a humorous scene of two dogs, one wearing a collar, eating a top hat. The text indicates the business is located one door below Smithfield Street, opposite the Dollar Savings Bank. The back of the card is blank.

This oversized trade card advertises Charles Feder, described as "The Leading Clothier." The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a branch laden with plums. The business name, "Charles Feder," and address, "213 Main Street," are prominently displayed. The card's design is reminiscent of late 19th-century advertising styles. The back of the card is blank.

This oversized trade card for Charles Feder, "The Leading Clothier," is designed in the form of a calling card.  The front of the card features an illustration of a branch with berries, possibly symbolic of abundance or prosperity. The text clearly states the business name, "Charles Feder," and the tagline, "The Leading Clothier." The address, 213 Main Street, is also prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sol. Strauss, a clothier in Dayton, Ohio, who is described as "The Leading Clothier." The front of the card features a large, colorful lithograph depicting a scene of an unveiling of a soldiers' monument. The image is highly detailed and shows a crowd of people gathered around the monument. The style of the illustration and the clothing of the figures suggest the card dates to the late 19th century.  The business name and address, 28 E. Third Street, are clearly visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hyman & Co. as dealers in Phelps, Dodge & Palmer Shoes. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman caring for four children. On the back, there is an advertisement for the National Brand. [The card likely dates to around 1885.]

This trade card advertises the clothing store owned by Julius Saul, located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card shows a young girl seated, eating out of a large bowl. The back of the card, not visible in the image, contains advertising details and provides five reasons to buy from Saul. [Julius Saul operated a retail clothing store in Troy, New York in the late 1800s.]

This trade card advertises H. Weinberg's clothing store in Lexington, Virginia. The front of the card features simple, red ink illustrations of a man and a woman standing next to the courthouse. The card is undated but likely dates to around 1885 based on its style. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi's clothing and furnishing business located at 652 Penn Ave., Reading, PA. The front of the card features an illustration of a baby lying in a crib. The name 'William Umbenhauer' and the word 'Salesman' are also visible on the front of the card, suggesting a connection to the business. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Solomon Levi. [Solomon Levi is buried in the Jewish Cemetery in Reading. His first wife, Amelia née Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at the age of 32 and was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt. in Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son of about 9 years old, and a daughter of about 6 years old. The 1880 census lists Hannah Sondheim as Amelia's sister; she married her widowed brother-in-law, Solomon, after Amelia's death. Hannah and Solomon had one son, Abraham, in 1886.]

This trade card advertises the New York Clothing Manufacturing Co., managed by L.M. Jacobs. The front of the card features a bird's nest with eggs. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement for the company, with the following information: Office: 558 Broadway, New York. Warehouse: 94 and 96 Crosby Street, New York.

This trade card advertises Scholes Brothers, a grocery store located at 281 First Ave, 370 Ninth Avenue, and 132 First Avenue in New York, New York. The front of the card features a woman in a blue dress and a floral headpiece. She looks at the viewer, holding a basket. The back of the card lists the grocery prices. Coffee is advertised at 20 cents per pound.

This trade card advertises A. V. Polack's Jewelry Store, located at 27 West Washington Street in Hagerstown, Maryland. The front of the card features a decorative sprig of flowers, while the back includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card for S. Weil, a clothing merchant located at 521 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania, features a black and white comical illustration. The card's front displays a comical illustration, most likely of Mr. Weil. The back of the card includes a biography of S. Weil. He is described as a member of numerous organizations and an independent voter.

This trade card advertises Isidore Hirshberg's store, located at 333 N. Gay Street. The front of the card depicts a simple still life of a vase filled with flowers. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement with prices for various artist's supplies.

This trade card advertises B. Goldschmidt, a clothing merchant located at 70 First Avenue in New York City, between 4th and 5th Streets. The front of the card features a decorative floral motif. The illustration depicts a group of colorful birds perched on branches and flowers with a large bouquet at the bottom. The background is a soft blue, perhaps representing the sky. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. I. Frank's Clothing House, located at 52 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a lively illustration of boys playing baseball, capturing the spirit of the game. The card is an early example of a trade card using this type of illustration. [Moses I. Frank ran the clothing store and was listed in many of the Albany City Directories. His father, Leidon Frank (also a dry goods merchant), is listed in Albany census records along with his father, Leiden Frank, and brother, Isadore Frank. Moses I. Frank was born in Germany.]

This trade card for S. Dreifuss & Bro., clothing merchants in Milton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children playing with a beetle. The children are dressed in colorful clothing. One of the children is holding a wire, and a beetle is jumping over the wire. The front of the card has a red border, and the back is blank. The card also includes the business name, S. Dreifuss & Bro., and the location, Milton, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein's Shoe Emporium located at the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl standing next to a cat. The text on the card is in a bold, eye-catching font, while the back is blank.

This trade card for Steiner Brothers, druggists, features a girl in a purple dress. The text on the front of the card indicates the business address as 103 North Market. The back of the card is blank. The card is part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana collected by a private donor.

This trade card advertises Cohen's, a clothing store located at 150 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a scene of girls gathering wood in a forest setting. The text on the card indicates that the store is located at Erskine's Old Stand. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising M. Born & Company, merchant tailors, located at 177 1/2 Main Street, Greenville, Pennsylvania. The card features a humorous illustration of a tailor and customer. The card is circa 1885 and includes the name of an agent, H. Bloch.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features a large illustration of a crane standing on a raised platform. The crane appears to be reaching for something in the distance. The image appears to be a wood-block print or engraving. The background is a pale blue, and the image is surrounded by a dark grey border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld's One Price Clothing House in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a winter scene, possibly a landscape or townscape, rendered in muted colors. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card displays the text "ONE PRICE CLOTHING HOUSE." The overall design and imagery are characteristic of trade cards from the period, aiming to attract customers with a visually appealing and memorable image.

This trade card, from S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store in New York City, features a charming illustration of two children smelling flowers. The store was located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street. The front of the card is in color and the back is blank. The card is part of an archival collection of trade cards from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Nathan's Arcade, located at 183 & 185 Market Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a woman serving tea in a stylized drawing. The background is blank except for the business name in a banner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marcus Cohn, a clothier located at 123 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a prominent illustration of a horseshoe, a symbol of good luck. The text on the card indicates that it is a trade card for Marcus Cohn, a clothier. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed on thick, textured paper. This card is from a volume of trade cards that is not in chronological order. The cards within this volume are predominantly from the late 1880's.

This trade card advertises P. Ostheim & Son, a clothing store located at 1102-1104 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman sitting on a bench. The woman holds a book, and there are flowers in the background. The woman is holding a card with an advertisement. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Meyers, a hatter located at 159 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a girl with a pink dress standing on a flower. The background is a floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's Dry Goods store, located at 290 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Stein, a dry goods merchant located at 346 Woodland Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a stylized pallet shape with a bird perched on top. The card's design is simple, with a single color used for the image. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the card depicts a man cutting a steak with a large butcher knife. The illustration is cartoonish and features exaggerated features. The man wears a white chef's hat and apron. He looks excited to serve his steak. The back of the card has a full advertisement, noting the store's address is 15 East Main Street. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Wm. Kramer & Co., described as "One Price Clothier, Successor to S. G. Levi." The front of the card features a charming illustration of a child sitting on a large leaf. The style suggests it is from the late 19th century. The text is clearly visible and provides the business's name and its status as a successor to S. G. Levi. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg & Samuels, clothiers located at 354 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children painting. One child is standing on a stool, while another sits on the floor. The image is framed by a red border. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises A. Rosenblatt, a clothier located at 304 & 306 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of Cupid with arrows and wings. The illustration is set against a green and white striped background with a thin, brown border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

The trade card advertises Stern Brothers, clothiers in New York City. The front of the card features a drawing of a young girl wearing a Danish folk costume. She is standing and holding her hands in front of her. The drawing has black outlines and a stippled background. The background is a solid color, but a lighter stippled pattern is visible on the edges of the card. The business address is printed in the bottom right corner of the card. This is a very simple design, almost like a silhouette, featuring a young girl in a decorative dress. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wm. Kramer & Co., identified as the successor to S. G. Levi. The front of the card showcases a charming illustration of a young girl sitting or standing on a large leaf. The style is reminiscent of late 19th-century printmaking. Below the illustration, the text clearly states, “One Price Clothier, Successor to S. G. Levi.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. C. Altman & Bro., a clothing store located in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a large, detailed illustration of a young woman wearing a hat. The woman's head and hat are almost the entire focus of the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Star Clothing House owned by I. Jacobs in Albion, Michigan. The front of the card features a large, stylized rose as the central design element. The name of the business, "STAR CLOTHING HOUSE," is prominently displayed above the rose. The style and color palette suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, located at 473 and 681 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of three girls playing with dolls. The girls are dressed in colorful dresses. The card also includes the addresses of the two locations, 473 & 681 Broad Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gross Bros., dry goods merchants located at 108 West Market Street. The front of the card features an elegant woman in a blue dress and bonnet holding a white bird in her left hand. She stands in a floral setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal, a clothing manufacturer located at 375 Eighth Avenue in New York City. The card is designed in the shape of a fan with flowers depicted. It is unclear if the card has a back side, as the image only shows the front.

Trade card advertising Solomon Levi's clothing store in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a boy playing ball with a dog and the text "READING'S CHEAPEST CLOTHIER". The card is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the business of Solomon Levi, located at 652 Penn Ave., Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of cats in a basket.  Below the illustration, the text indicates the address. The name "William Umbenhauer" appears, possibly identifying a salesman. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [Solomon Levi is buried in the Jewish Cemetery in Reading, Pennsylvania. His first wife, Amelia née Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at the age of 32 and was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt. in Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son of about 9, and a daughter of about 6. The 1880 census shows that Hannah Sondheim was Amelia's sister. After Amelia's death, Hannah married her widowed brother-in-law, Solomon, and they had a son, Abraham, in 1886.]

This trade card advertises F. N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a baseball player in an exaggerated pose, catching a ball. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F.N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The card depicts a baseball player in a humorous pose, running to a base with an outstretched arm. The card is part of a rare set, and there is another card in the same set (#459). The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a department store in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman dressed in traditional Turkish clothing. She is holding a long, thin pipe. The back of the card includes a full-page picture of a woman wearing a dress and holding a fan. The address of the store, 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street, is printed on the card.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a dry goods and clothing store located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl dressed in an Austrian costume, highlighting the store's varied fashion offerings. The back of the card showcases a boy in a suit, further emphasizing the store's attire for both men and women.

This embossed trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a Philadelphia shoe store located at 163 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card features a depiction of two playful puppies, possibly representing the two brothers of the Cohen family firm. The card indicates that S. Cohen & Bro's was a 'Philadelphia Shoe Store' despite operating in Columbia. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features a whimsical illustration of an elderly woman wearing a shoe. The shoe appears to be a giant size compared to her. The back of the card advertises the American Shoe Tip Company (A.S.T. Co.) and provides the business address: 163 Congress Street, Savannah, Georgia. The background of the card is black.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a scene of a moonlit regatta taking place off Long Island Light in Boston Harbor. The back of the card features an advertisement for a boys' sailor suit priced at $2.00. [A. Shuman & Co. was a prominent clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th-century Boston.]

This trade card advertises Sigmund Bruenn's, a clothier located at 9 South Greene Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a dress, sitting with her arms wrapped around herself, and looking away from the viewer. She appears to be sad or crying. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises W. Silverberg, located at 221 Sixth Avenue, New York. The card features a beautiful basket of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. E. Jacobson's clothing and dry goods store, located in the Opera House Block, opposite the Post Office in Northampton, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a group of schoolgirls on an outing. The back of the card has a full advertisement with prices.

This trade card advertises Posner's, a general store located on Lexington Avenue in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of Don Quixote riding a horse. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Emanuel L. Fried, a clothier located in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a young girl on roller skates. The background shows a view of a building and trees. The back of the card provides more information about the business. It states that the store was established in 1843 and was located at 171 North Gay Street. The card also includes the address 419 Second Door Above Chestnut.

This trade card advertises the services of Emanuel L. Fried, a merchant tailor located at 419 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls playing on the beach. They are both holding dolls and appear to be enjoying themselves. The back of the card lists the address of the business and the year the store was established: 1843. The back also notes that Fried was active in Jewish affairs, a detail that adds to our understanding of his role in the Baltimore community.

Black trade card advertising Herman Loeb & Co., purveyors of perfumes. The card features a white rose and text indicating locations in New York City and Paris. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Gross Brothers, a dry goods store located in Tacoma, Washington. The front of the card features a large, detailed lithograph of the store building.  The illustration shows a multi-story commercial building, likely showcasing the scale of their business. The text on the card states "GROSS BROTHERS" prominently and includes the address: 901 to 909 C Street & Railroad Street. The back of the card is blank. [The store was owned by Dave, Morris, Abe, and Ellis Gross.]

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of boys playing hockey on the ice. The background shows a frozen lake, trees and a red barn. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of children on a sled, and the phrase "Clear the Track." It is estimated to be from circa 1885.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, who were retailers of Edwin C. Burt shoes, located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts two cupids and a woman's shoe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a fine shoe store located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two cupids holding a single shoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati by the American Jewish Archives during 2005. [This card is likely from a business run by Rosenbloom Bros. It is uncertain whether the business was a shoe store or a clothing store. The name of the store itself is not mentioned on the card.]

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street, corner of Railroad, in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman sitting on a park bench, with a tree and a fence in the background. The card has a red border and a decorative design at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a caricature depicting a scene titled "A Cabin in the Good Old Time." The illustration is in black and white and appears to be a comedic portrayal of a scene involving Black people, which reflects the racist caricatures common in 19th-century American popular culture. The back of the card is fully covered with an advertisement. The style and imagery suggest a date consistent with the 1882 date provided.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothier in Hartford, Connecticut, who proclaims himself the "King of the Clothiers." The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man being chased by a dog, with the caption "The Dog I Left Behind." The style suggests a humorous approach to advertising. The back of the card is fully covered with additional advertising text providing more information about the business. The business's address is also listed on the front: 14 & 16 Asylum Street, Hartford.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co., clothiers located at 1013 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a portrait of the Hon. W.H. English. The image is a formal, likely posed, photograph of a man in what appears to be late 19th-century attire. The style of the portrait suggests the card dates from that era. Below the portrait, the text clearly states the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The card features a colorful illustration of a flower cart that has overturned, spilling flowers and a basket. It is a humorous and slightly chaotic image. The card also depicts a building, possibly the Post Office, in the background. The card itself is framed in a red and white border and has a delicate scroll design.

This trade card, likely advertising men's clothing, features an embossed rose in the center and the store's address of 22 South Salina, corner Railroad. The card is in a standard trade card format, with the business name prominently displayed at the top. It is likely from the 1880s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 142 Locust St., opposite the Franklin House in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a drawing of a rose on what seems to be an Edsel car. The back of the card is blank. A second card is present in this record, but a description is not available.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 142 Locust St., opposite the Franklin House, in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a prominent yellow flower, which may have been a design element popular during the late 19th century. The text on the card clearly states the business name and address. The back of the card is blank. A second image shows the back of the card, which is blank.

This trade card advertises S. & E. Weinlander's dancing academy, which offered dancing lessons in New York City and Brooklyn. The front of the card features a young girl holding a fan and a bubble pipe. The back of the card is an advertisement for dancing lessons, which cost $6.00 for gentlemen and $5.00 for ladies for ten weeks of twenty lessons. The academy was located at 290 Court Street, Brooklyn and 125 Rivington Street, New York City. They also offered private lessons.

This trade card advertises S. Kahn's clothing store, "The One Price Clothier." The front of the card (first image) depicts a classroom scene with multiple children. The illustration style is reminiscent of late 19th-century imagery. The text "The One Price Clothier" is prominently displayed. The back of the card (second image) is blank. The card was displayed at the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) in 2005.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, a millinery store located at the southeast corner of 7th and Penn Streets in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a die-cut design of leaves in the shape of a hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Rothschild, a clothier located at 236 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card features a decorative image of a single feather. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the shoe store of L. Bloom, located at 618 Penn Street, Huntingdon, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylized shoe with a red and yellow rose on the side. The card's text also features a handwritten note that provides biographical information about Bloom. [L. Bloom was one of Huntingdon's few Jewish merchants at the time. He was respected for his jovial disposition and fair dealing.]

This trade card advertises Shoneman's, located at 116 & 118 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized image of a grasshopper. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a decorative floral design, a bunch of roses, and lists multiple addresses: #336 & #338 River St. and 13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dave Rich's clothing store, billing itself as "The Only One Price Clothier." The front of the card features a lithograph of Lillian Grub. The image is likely a portrait, though the style and quality of the image is not enough to discern any more details without higher resolution. The back of the card is a full advertisement; however, the details of the advertisement are not visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Brothers, a variety store located at 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card depicts a playful scene of children on a sled knocking a woman over. The back of the card is blank, with no writing or other illustrations visible.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul's clothing store in Troy, New York. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a whimsical scene of a dog gently rocking a baby in a cradle or basket. The style is charming and likely intended to appeal to families. Below the illustration, the address 324 & 326 River St. is clearly printed. The back of the card (Image 2) is a full advertisement detailing the extensive offerings of Julius Saul's clothing establishment, including ready-made and custom clothing. It mentions the four-story brick building, the custom department, and the expansion of the business over the years. The back also notes that in 1884, a branch store was opened in Albany's Music Hall.

This trade card advertises the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 North Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card features an illustration of flowers arranged in a vase and in a basket. The card is framed by a decorative border in the shape of a vine. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. [The card is not dated but circa 1885. A. Siegel was a Jewish merchant who operated a gas fixture company in St. Louis, Missouri.]

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, a dry goods merchant located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a girl holding a sheaf of wheat. The design is simple, with an emphasis on the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Acme Soap. The front of the card depicts a boy riding on a large cloud of soap. The back of the card features a full advertisement for H. & N. Weinheimer. The card lists three addresses for Weinheimer: 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street. The trade card advertises both dry goods and groceries.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, dry goods merchants located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with holly and other holiday decorations. The card is likely from the late 1800s, as the back is blank and the print quality reflects that era.

This black trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers. The front of the card features two pink roses and a butterfly. It also displays a small illustration of a post office building. The back is blank.

This black trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a design of white and pink roses against a black background. The text on the card is too small to read in the image. There is a post office building in the background.

This is a black trade card featuring a yellow flower on the front. The card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers. A drawing of a post office building is also visible on the card's front. The back of the card is not described. This is card #4 of 4 in the record.

This trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at the corner of Lodi and Laurel Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a child on a cloud looking down at a winter scene. There are two figures in the background, likely in a sled, going down a hill. The card is printed in dark red and black.

This trade card from Schwarz Bro's, clothiers and furnishers located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street, Syracuse, New York, features an illustration of a young girl peering at a hatching egg. A chick is emerging from the egg. This card is the first of four in a series. The back of the card is blank.

This Easter-themed trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a business located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of a young girl looking at a hatching egg. A rabbit emerges from the egg, representing the Easter holiday. This is the second of four cards in the set. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is an Easter card, one of four cards in a set. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl looking at a hatching egg. A rooster is emerging from the shell. The illustration is on a white background and surrounded by a black border. The card also lists the address of the business, 218 and 220 Lodi Street. The back of the card is blank.

This Easter-themed trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl looking at a hatching egg. Out of the egg emerges a sheep. The card is part of a set of four cards.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins located at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress painting an outdoor scene. The back of the card features a full advertisement for B. J. Potsdamer's business. The card is printed in a Victorian style, with a detailed border. The design features a mix of geometric shapes, florals, and a decorative cartouche.

This trade card, featuring a young girl in a red dress painting a scene, advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a retailer of umbrellas and parasols at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card, which has a black border, is printed on thin cardstock and features a muted green and brown color scheme. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business, featuring a list of goods offered: parasols, umbrellas, sunshades, canes, and walking sticks. It also includes the address, 700 Arch Street, and the words “Special attention given to repairing.”

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a shoe dealer in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child picking flowers in a garden setting. The child is holding a basket of flowers and wears a red dress and a white hat. The back of the card features a full-page advertisement for Edwin C. Burt Shoes.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers located at the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a Japanese umbrella. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The image on the front of the card appears to be part of a stereotypical representation of Japanese culture.

This trade card advertises Zundel & Wineman's furniture store in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a cartoon illustration of a couple kissing with a humorous poem printed below. The back of the card is a full-page advertisement. The address of the store is listed at 112 South Penn Avenue. The store specialized in furniture for all occasions, including marriage anniversaries.

This trade card advertises A. J. Wertheim's clothing store located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a couple in a London scene. The illustration depicts a view of St. Paul's Cathedral, with houses and a bridge in the background. The back of the card displays a full advertisement for A. J. Wertheim. It notes the store's location and the business's specialty, which is clothing.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a girl standing in a flower garden. She is wearing a pink dress and holding a white flower. The card has a blue border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Kayser, a clothing manufacturer located at 10 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is shaped like a pallet and features an idyllic pastoral scene. It is a landscape scene with a group of cows in a field.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton. The front of the card features a colorful design that highlights the brand's name and logo. The back of the card features a full advertisement for S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co., retailers who likely carried Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton products. [S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co. were likely Jewish merchants and were most likely located in the southern United States. ]

This trade card advertises Thomas M. Harris & Co., shoe dealers in Macon, Georgia. The front of the card features a large, illustrated advertisement for 'Thomas Harris Shoes.' The back of the card contains a full advertisement with text describing the business. The card includes the text 'S.T. Coleman & Co.,' which is likely a related business.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a Philadelphia Shoe Store located at 142 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bird playing a banjo. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 142 Locust St., Columbia, PA. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of a young girl milking a cow in a pastoral setting. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of wholesome, rural simplicity, contrasting with the urban location of the shoe store. The back of the card is blank. A second card in this record is present in the collection but is not described.

Trade card advertising S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 142 Locust St., Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts roses on a towel. Circa 1885.

The front of the card features a color illustration of a young man named Astor, wearing a flower in his buttonhole, framing a picture of a fall scene. There is a large building in the background with 'POST OFFICE' printed on the front. The reverse of the card features a full-page advertisement for the business, with the store's address printed at the top: 161 South Salina St., Syracuse, New York. The back of the card includes 'ESTABLISHED 1875', indicating the store's founding date.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothing merchants in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of a stream flowing through a wooded area. The image is framed by dogwood blossoms, a nod to the beauty of the natural world. A post office building is visible in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a woman, Lilly, framing a picture of a winter scene. The image may be of a post office building, as a post office symbol is visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with locations in Jersey City, New Jersey and New York City. The front of the card features a woman with a bright red umbrella standing on a beach shore. The ocean, a lighthouse, and a sailboat are depicted in the background. The illustration is a stylized depiction of a seaside scene. On the back of the card, there is a full advertisement with the name of the store and multiple locations, including a listing for 565-567 Broadway, 619-621 Eighth Ave in New York, and 43-44 Newark Avenue in Jersey City.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum's clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a child playing croquet. The background includes trees and greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including prices. This card is noted as having a related card identified with the number #228.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street in Gloversville, New York. It depicts two children reading a book on the front of the card. The front of the card also notes the business's headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, and mentions four other branches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Frank & Sons, tailors located at 52 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a drawing of a tailor measuring a customer. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Keystone Printing House located at 136 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a design of two cupids, with the Keystone Printing House name at the bottom and the address above. The back of the card lists prices for similar cards.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 North 8th Street. The front of the card features a bust of a well-dressed woman. Both the front and the back of the card are covered with advertising text.

This trade card advertises Silverstein Bros., a clothing store located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The image has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Kaufmann & Bros., clothiers located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a well-dressed man speaking to a mannequin or tailor's dummy, likely representing the high quality of the clothing sold by the store.  The address, 83, 85, & 87 Smithfield St., is clearly printed below the illustration. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a full advertisement; however, the content is not visible in the provided image. [The Kaufmann's Department Store had its roots in a retail enterprise run by four brothers who immigrated to Pittsburgh from Viernheim, Germany. First to arrive was Jacob Kaufmann in 1868, followed by Isaac the next year. In 1871, they opened a tailoring and men's clothing store. By 1879, they opened Kaufmann's Cheapest Corner, and in 1885, they unveiled the Grand Depot, a large department store.]

Trade card advertising Cohen Bros. Big Grocery in Gloversville, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a boy and a dog. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises L. Ephraim, a clothier located at No. 176 Bowery, opposite Delancey Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a boy smelling a flower. He is dressed in a suit and holds a hat in his hand. The background features a building and a cityscape.

This trade card advertises the Louis A. Levy Clothing Bazaar in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a bust of a young girl, possibly a portrait or an illustration related to children's fashion. The girl is depicted with soft features and is wearing what looks like a simple, elegant dress. The printing style of the image suggests a late 19th-century production date. The number "334 River St." is clearly printed beneath the image, indicating the business's location. The back of the card features an advertisement announcing the opening of the Clothing Bazaar on September 1st. The back also includes additional text, likely advertising the business's goods and services.

This trade card features a comical illustration on the front of a woman struggling to try on an oversized pair of shoes. The woman's expression and the size of the shoes create a humorous effect. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card contains an advertisement: "Go to Cohen the Clothier." This indicates the card's purpose as an advertisement for a clothing store. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a furrier located at 732 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy dressed in colonial clothing. He stands in front of a brick building and holds a fur coat. The background features a stylized cityscape. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Potsdamer, a dealer in umbrellas and parasols located at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a young boy with a spade, standing in the foreground. Behind the boy, a red brick building with a large storefront and signage can be seen, likely representing Potsdamer's shop. The back of the card provides a more detailed advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins, located at 732 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a colonial-style dress. She appears to be standing on a porch or inside a home, as suggested by the balustrade behind her. The card is bordered with floral embellishments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Ephraim, a clothier located at 176 Bowery, opposite Delancey Street, New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl picking a flower. The background features trees and foliage.

This trade card advertises the clothing business Hershfield & Silverstone, located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy holding an American flag, standing next to an American eagle. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children in a goat-drawn cart. There are two children in the cart and a boy walking alongside, all smiling and dressed in colorful clothing. A large building is visible in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Levitsky, a clothing merchant located at 274 Bleecker Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a young boy stealing apples from a basket. The boy is dressed in a striped shirt and pants. He is holding a stick in his left hand and has one apple in his right hand. He looks back at the viewer with a sly grin. The image is set against a backdrop of a leafy tree, with a red brick wall and wooden fence in the background. The back of the card is a full advertisement, promoting Levitsky's clothing offerings and stating that the business has been established since 1857. The back of the card also advertises that Levitsky speaks French and German.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers, located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features a comical illustration of children on a swing. The children are dressed in late 19th-century clothing. The front of the card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features a comical illustration of an ice skater in the center, with the business name and address above and below the image. The card's overall layout is basic. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothier located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with an arrow in his hat. It is unclear if he is meant to be startled or pleased by this. The card is in a simple style, with a bold, red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a young girl standing next to a large rabbit, with a post office building in the background. The front of the card is illustrated in black and white. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothier located at 22 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a young girl riding a donkey. The image is in color, with the donkey depicted in a brown hue, the girl wearing a yellow dress and carrying a blue basket, and the background rendered in green and blue hues. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hershfield & Silverstone, a clothing store located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York. The front of the card depicts a shepherd with a flock of sheep. The background includes a landscape with a river. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The card has a blue border, with the company's name printed in the center of the card.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located in New York City. The front of the card features a depiction of a young man and woman walking down a street. The text below them indicates two store locations: 565.567 Broadway corner Prince and 619.621 8th Ave. corner 40th. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for a January sale.

This trade card advertises Chas. Reizenstein, a dry goods and notions store located at 152 & 154 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing store in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a woman standing by a wall, looking out. She is dressed in a dark gown and shawl. The background is a muted grey. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, leading boot and shoe dealers in Providence, Rhode Island. The card is printed in black and white, with a bold red border. The card has a black and white illustration of a man looking over his shoulder in a busy street scene. There is a woman with a baby carriage nearby. The card is framed in a heavy black border.

This trade card for Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers, features a woman depicted in stereotypical Japanese garb. She is wearing a red kimono-style dress. The illustration style is characteristic of late 19th-century printmaking. The image is presented without any additional text or business information on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank. The subject matter reflects the prevalent stereotypes and cultural misunderstandings of the era, and the trade card itself functions as a visual representation of that context. Note that the depiction of the woman in stereotypical Japanese garb is problematic and reflects biases of the time.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing merchant in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a woman dressed in a Japanese-style garment. She stands holding a fan with a floral design. The card is trimmed in a dark red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Hartfield, a dry goods store located at 326 Bleecker Street, New York City. The front of the card features a woman walking, while a seamstress fits the hem of her dress. The card includes the phrase “Star Braid.” The back of the card advertises the business as “The Old Reliable Stand” and notes that they have been established for 21 years.

Trade card advertising the dry goods and artistic millinery of M. Oppenheimer in Milton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of two boys riding Star Braid bicycles. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises M. H. Moses & Co., grocers located at 347 Grand Street, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of young boys in a band, playing musical instruments. Two of the boys are dressed in white outfits. There are three boys total. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue, New York, between 143rd and 144th Street. The front of the card features a head and bust portrait of a beautiful child wearing a bonnet. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for Stern Bros. features three cats sitting on a bench. The card does not include an address, but does have an advertisement on the reverse side. The front of the card is printed on a white background, and features a black border. A black border is featured around the advertisement on the back.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue between 143rd and 144th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three young children standing on a wall. The illustration is in black and white and is reminiscent of a Victorian-era illustration. The back of the card provides the business address.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy smelling a rosebush. The child is depicted in a simple, youthful pose, creating a charming and engaging visual. The card is likely intended to appeal to families and those seeking clothing for children.

This trade card, featuring a child with a basket of flowers, advertises Jos. Lilienthal, a dry goods store located at 614 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is simple in design, with a white background and the address and name of the store printed in black lettering at the bottom.

This trade card advertises H. S. Adler, a shoe dealer located at 51 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of children trying on shoes in a shop setting. The children are likely in a shoe store, surrounded by shoe boxes and shelves of footwear. The back of the card features a full advertisement with prices for various shoes.

This trade card, shaped like a palette, advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a retailer of ladies' furnishings located at 42 State Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a hunting dog with a red collar, set against a light blue background with a red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises the grocery store of Frank J. Heilman, located at 86 East Main Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children building a stick house. The illustration is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar located at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a young boy riding a velocipede who is being crushed by a large, fat man. The background is a busy cityscape. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar. It notes that Freeman's business is a 'Bazaar' where the 'truth is always told.'

This trade card advertises Z. Rosman's New York Clothing House in Canandaigua, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men arguing, possibly depicting a humorous scene related to clothing or shopping. The card is printed on uniquely patterned stock with an "odd Oriental motif". Below the illustration, the text clearly states the business name, "NEW YORK CLOTHING HOUSE," and the address, 205 Main Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt's Fine Shoes, sold by Samuel Cohn & Bro. at 281 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of Lily Langtry, a famous English actress. The back of the card advertises a sale of 2,000 pairs of slightly soiled and misshapen shoes at half price.

This trade card advertises S.J. Nathan & Co., the leading clothier of Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a Punch and Judy show in progress. The show is being held in front of a building that may be Nathan & Co. or its factory in New York City. The text also includes the address for the factory in New York: 78 Reade Street. The text highlights that S.J. Nathan & Co. is a clothing manufacturer. The card has red and black printing. The reverse of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising Napoleon Cigars, manufactured or sold by Powell & Goldstein in Oneida, New York. The card features a large illustration of a woman performing a can-can-style dance. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a young boy dressed in a sailor suit. The card lists the following addresses for Morris Gross: #336 & #338 River St. / 13, 15, 17 4th St. It also includes the text 'Marble Hall Clothier.' The image on the card is on the front. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

A black trade card advertising the perfumes of Herman Loeb & Co. The card features an illustration of birds in a nest in a dogwood tree. It indicates that the company operates in both Paris, France and New York City, New York, United States. Circa 1885.

This trade card, shaped like an envelope, advertises Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253-259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features the text “Compliments of Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery” and includes the name of the proprietor, C. Edelheim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eiseman Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of 7th and E Streets, Washington, D.C. The card features a charming illustration of a couple ice skating on a frozen lake, with trees in the background. The card features a red, white, and blue border. The card is blank on the back.

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, a clothing store located at 249 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a well-dressed man. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods store located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a basket overflowing with white flowers. The text on the card prominently displays "Fleischner's Old Stand" and the address "208 N. 8th St." The use of flowers suggests a focus on elegance and quality merchandise. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a business described as "The Leading and Popular House." The front of the card features the business's address, 208 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, and the name of their product, "Lilies." The text is elegant and the overall design suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is blank. Note: The card's description mentions other cards from individuals who purchased their stand; this may suggest a market or fair context for this business.

The front of this trade card advertises the Bethlehem Clothing House. The card features a black background with decorative floral accents in the shape of a banner, a popular motif used in the late nineteenth century. The store's address is listed in the center of the card, including the building name. The text reads 'Bethlehem Clothing House...Peysert's Building; Main Street'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., a manufacturer of ladies' and children's cloaks and suits, located at 8th and Arch Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two dogs dressed in formal attire. One dog is large and the other is small, sitting in a stately pose on a decorative rug. The smaller dog's paws are crossed, while the larger dog sits with its left paw on the rug. The illustration is detailed and includes elements such as the dogs' collars and the pattern on the rug. The back of the card has the address and business name printed in the lower right-hand corner.

This set of four trade cards advertises Kaufman's, a dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of each card features a floral design. One card shows white lilies, another card shows bluebells, and two cards show smaller lily designs. The backs of the cards provide more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of children in colonial garb, serving tea. They are wearing long dresses and vests, with their hair styled in powdered wigs. The card features a border of a floral pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi, a clothing merchant located at 652 Penn Ave. in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of roses and the name of a salesman, William Umbenhauer. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Solomon Levi's business. [Solomon Levi is buried in the Jewish Cemetery. His first wife, Amelia née Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at the age of 32 and is buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt. in Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son of about 9, and a daughter of about 6. The 1880 census lists Hannah Sondheim as Amelia's sister; Hannah married Solomon after Amelia's death and they had a son, Abraham, in 1886.]

This trade card advertises Cordoza & Co., located at 1005 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a lithograph of a woman. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for corsets.

This trade card advertises Jacob Gerber, a clothier located at 5 Ferry Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing short pants, an uncommon garment for women in the 19th century. This suggests that Gerber may have specialized in selling more progressive styles of clothing. The card is in color, with a dark background and a lighter-colored figure.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with locations in Jersey City, New Jersey and New York City. The front of the card features a cartoon cat dressed in a formal suit. The back of the card includes a detailed advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., a clothing store located at 6th & South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a young girl enjoying a day at the seashore, holding a shovel. The girl is wearing a dress and a bonnet. The back of the card provides a more detailed advertisement, including pricing for the clothing items offered by Levi Bros.

This trade card advertises Levi Brothers, a clothing merchant located at 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three girls at the seashore, looking toward the ocean. The girls wear long dresses with wide, ruffled skirts. The illustration is framed by a blue border with a stylized white wave motif. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., a clothing store located at 325 Water Street, Elmira, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child sitting with a parasol, possibly in a park or outdoor setting. The illustration is in a vintage style and uses soft colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen's clothing store located at 9 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress feeding goldfish in a bowl. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frank Block, a merchant tailor, located at New York Avenue and Morgan Street in Union, New Jersey. The card features a young man holding a woman's hand. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The front of the card also features a red border and the text 'Opposite the School'.

This trade card advertises Chas. Lantaff & Co., a 99c. and Variety Store in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of black-eyed susans, a type of wildflower. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

Two trade cards advertising S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The cards, circa 1885, depict two different scenes: one with birds eating berries and another with a post office building. The cards are part of the collection of Judaica Americana and are held at the University of Pennsylvania Library.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of birds perched on a morning glory vine. The design suggests a connection to nature and the changing seasons, emphasizing the beauty and natural elements in the surrounding environment. [Rosenbloom and Sons were likely a Jewish family business, though more biographical information is not readily available. ] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating back to the 1880s, advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing retailer located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The card features a simple yet charming illustration of birds perched on a tree branch adorned with yellow flowers. The front of the card has a light yellow background with a border in a dark blue color. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The card depicts birds perched on the branches of a white dogwood tree with a white trunk. The image is simple and understated, featuring a light blue background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features an embossed image of a boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The front of the card has a dark blue background, and the boy is wearing a light blue shirt, short pants, and brown shoes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing retailer located in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an embossed image of a young woman holding a bouquet of flowers. The image appears to be in a vintage style, with the woman wearing a long dress and a floral hat. The background of the card is plain white, and the embossed design is the central focal point. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a floral motif with flowers arranged in a basket. There is a green border, with the name S. Rosenbloom & Son and the address listed on the bottom. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's clothing store in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a garden cart filled with pansies. The illustration is framed with a red border. There is no information provided about the store or the business owners on the front or the back of the card.

This trade card advertises the business of George Meindel, a milliner and fancy goods dealer. The card is shaped like a fan and features a floral motif. The text on the front indicates that the business is located at 54 Avenue A, between 3rd and 4th Streets in New York City. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, and notes that George Meindel has 5 years of experience with Le Moult and 13 years with Hanft Bros.

This trade card for Sternberger's Feather, Mattress and Bed Clothing Depot depicts three elves standing in a meadow amongst flowers, one holding a large butterfly. The card is bordered in blue and features a white background. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store, including the business's address: 1218 Market Street, Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a man holding a bunch of colorful balloons. The card has a red border.

The trade card advertises E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a soldier standing beside a turkey. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the C. B. D. Clothing House, owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a girl with flowers in her apron surrounded by ducks. The background is a plain, light gray. The card is not dated but was likely printed around 1885.

This trade card, shaped like a round fan, advertises L. L. Adler, a dry goods store located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card is printed with a black and white image of a woman with a light-colored dress and black hair. There is a red border on the card with the name 'L. L. Adler' in large letters. There are also illustrations of two other women, a man, and various articles of clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of D.I. Lowenthal, located at 679 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is shaped like a fan. The front of the card is in black and white, with minimal design or text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Golding's, a dress goods store located at 8th Avenue and 36th Street in New York City. The front of the card features two girls in a park-like setting with a parrot. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including their services and products.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of A. Rosenblatt, located at 304 & 306 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a child playing a drum, standing in front of a banner with a star of David. The card is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for A. Rosenblatt's clothing store.

This trade card for Rosenberg & Co. features a humorous illustration of a dog running away from a man. The background is a simple, plain color. The address, 104 Main Street, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co., a clothing store located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children looking at clothes inside the store. There are two children on each side of a table, one in a dress, one in a suit, one in a skirt, and the last one in a blue dress. All children are looking at the clothes on the table with smiles. The front of the card also has a decorative frame, with ornate designs and floral accents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co., a clothing store located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The card features a simple illustration of a man wearing a tall hat and looking at clothing hanging from racks. The card is printed in black and white.

This comical trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co. clothiers located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The front of the card depicts a dog running away from a man. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely a duplicate, features a comical image of a dog running away from a man with a long beard. The man is wearing a black hat and a dark coat. In the background, a building can be seen. The text '104 Main Street' is visible on the card. [There are several possibilities regarding the nature of Rosenberg & Co. Rosenberg & Co. was a clothing manufacturing establishment in Syracuse, New York in the late 19th century. In some trade cards, the firm was located in Buffalo and owned by a person named Abraham Rosenberg. ]

This trade card for Seidel & Bloom, a general store located at 17 South 3rd Street in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of a young girl sleeping with a fan in her hand. She is wearing a nightgown and lying on a bed with pillows. The image suggests a sense of comfort and relaxation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Rosenau, a dealer in umbrellas, parasols, and canes located at 23 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a large, stylized horseshoe and a small illustration of a bird. It's likely that this card is from the front, as the back is blank.

Trade card advertising the tailoring services of S. Unger in Wellsburg, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a comical scene of a tailor attempting to measure a giant man. The reverse side features a rubber-stamped advertisement. The card dates from circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a millinery goods store located at 409 8th Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets, in New York City. The card features a whimsical illustration of a young boy tying a note around a bird. The bird flies to a tower where a girl is standing and the note is delivered. The girl, who is positioned in a tower, grabs the note and a rope ladder falls, leading to a fall into the boy's arms. This scene is illustrative of the delivery of a message, potentially related to the store's millinery goods. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a clothing and dress accessories store located at 510-514 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and a girl in a park setting. The illustration features a red and white color scheme. The image may represent a park or garden, with a path and flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. W. Waldman, a silk and felt hat manufacturer in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy ironing a hat. The card lists two addresses: a retail store located at 617 10th Avenue, near 44th Street, and a factory at 521 to 523 West 45th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card for Hess Bros. New Dry Goods Store in Allentown, Pennsylvania, features a whimsical illustration of a wise man wearing a skullcap. He holds a placard with the message: "Be Wise and Do Your Shopping at Hess Bros. New Dry Goods Store." The figure is designed to stand upright. The card's design is simple yet effective, utilizing a single, eye-catching illustration to convey its message. The back of the card is blank. There is another card in this record, but it is a duplicate of this one.

This is a trade card, resembling a calling card in format, for M. Levy, a boot and shoe seller located at 3 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a girl with a long dress having it pulled by a swan while she tries to keep her footing on the ground. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical scene at the seashore. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises J. Seidler, The Clothing House in Idaho Springs, Colorado. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a well-dressed young man and woman sitting on a couch. They are both smiling and appear to be in a romantic embrace. The text 'The Clothing House' is written in a bold, decorative font at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises K. Schuhmacher, a grocer located at 2012 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a portrait of the owner, K. Schuhmacher, facing the viewer. The card also lists two additional locations in Philadelphia: Stalls 201/203 2nd. Ave. and 175/176 Oxford Street. The back of the card features several advertisements for other merchants.

This trade card advertises S. Hirschberg, a jeweler located at 230 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a single red rose, which is the primary subject of the image. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, shaped like a fan, advertises S. Kuhn, a dealer in ladies' furnishing goods located at 151 Canal Street, New Orleans. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a fan with an intricate design. The fan is partially open and shows a detailed illustration of a landscape scene. The card's shape and design are eye-catching and are intended to attract the attention of potential customers.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a dealer in hats, caps, and furs located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a comical man smoking a cigar at the seashore. He is wearing a straw hat, holding an umbrella, and appears to be enjoying the sun. The back of the card features advertising copy.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a hat-making business located at 9 Winter Street, Boston. The front of the card features an illustration of men working on hats, suggesting a hat factory or workshop. The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a nightingale, a bird known for its beautiful singing. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleishman Bros., dry goods merchants located at 92 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The card is designed with a simple, elegant typography. The front of the card displays the business name and address, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., importers and jobbers of notions, located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a sailor being startled by a tiger. The sailor is standing on a deck and holding a rope. The tiger is jumping from the side of a boat and is about to grab the sailor. The background includes a ship and the sea. The back of the card contains additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card depicts a large image of a thrush bird, possibly a symbol of the business or a product they sold. The background of the card is plain white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feld & Fine, proprietors Nathan Feld and Samuel Fine, dealers in house furnishings. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a wheat stalk, possibly representing abundance and prosperity. The address is also visible: S.W. Corner 6th & Main, Cincinnati, Ohio. The back of the card features a full advertisement, though the details aren't visible in the provided image. The style suggests it may date from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Fechheimer Bros. & Co., a clothing store located at 102, 104, 106, and 108 West Fifth Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by flowers. The back of the card provides further information about the business.

This trade card advertises Isaacs & Co., a clothing merchant located at 264 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a girl on a sled. The back of the card contains the complete advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the Loewenstein Canning Company, located at 569-579 John Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts two men riding a unicycle. The image is comical and eye-catching. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. The company phone number, 7479.2, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises Simon Brothers, a dry-goods store in Salt Lake City, Utah. The front of the card features an illustration of an elderly man and woman standing in front of the Jennings Building. The back of the card is blank. [The business was run by L & A Simon Co. of Salt Lake City, Utah. Their buyer was Joseph Simon in New York City.]

This trade card advertises Jake Block's clothing store, The Boston Clothing House, located on R.R. Avenue in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The front of the card features a color lithograph of a boy holding a crow. The back of the card has the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Koenigheim, clothiers located at 28 & 30 Commerce Street, San Antonio, Texas. The front of the card features a man being measured for clothes. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a retailer of dress goods and trimmings located at 42 State Street, Rochester, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a cat dressed in a tuxedo, with a bow tie and a monocle. The image likely references the store's high quality and fashionable dress goods. The card is printed in black and white with a decorative border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the Philadelphia Clothing House, located at the corner of Union and Church Streets in Lambertville, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a fishing scene. [The name of the owner of the Philadelphia Clothing House was S. Goldman.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Nathan's, a shoe merchant located at 176 & 178 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a pond scene. There are two children in the illustration, one wearing high-button shoes. There is also a sign in the illustration that says 'NATHAN'S'.

This trade card advertises S. Shulman & Bro., a clothing store located in Fulton, New York. The card features a jester with a monkey, both dressed in colorful costumes. The jester is holding a staff and pointing to the right. The monkey is perched on the jester's shoulder. The card includes the words “Kenyon Block” near the bottom of the card. The card is likely from the 1880s. It is unknown if this is the front or back of the card. The back of the card does not have a description or is not available.

This trade card advertises Jos. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts a whimsical scene of children riding in a wagon fashioned from a giant shoe. The back of the card is blank, but the front features a full advertisement with a printed inscription that details Jos. Mandelbaum’s products.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum, a clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a dog with a bucket tied to its tail. The illustration is printed in black and white, with red accents on the dog's collar and the bucket. The card is surrounded by a simple black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of children dressed in adult clothing, with a woman on the far left, a man with a mustache in the center, and a woman on the right. The scene suggests a family portrait. The text on the card indicates they are a clothing store.

This trade card advertises George Heyman, a furniture and household goods merchant located at 179 Canal Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of two children hiding under a white sheet. They are peeking out at the viewer and laughing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a comical illustration of a boy performing on a trapeze. The illustration is framed by a colorful border. The address, '#336 & #338 River St./13,15,17 4th St.', is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This comical trade card advertises Morris Gross's Marble Hall, Children's Department in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a cartoon illustration of a boy cleaning a coat. The image is set in a room with a bookshelf and several objects, including a chair and a table. The card also includes the addresses 336 & 338 River St./13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Goldenberg & Bro.'s, a clothing store located at 157 North Gay Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two children in a goat-drawn cart. One child is holding a whip and appears to be driving the goat. The second child sits behind them, holding onto the cart. The front of the card also includes the store address. The back of the card includes advertisements for clothing and detailed prices. The card's layout is typical for the time period. It's possible the children pictured on the card are the store owners, as this was common practice in the era.

This trade card advertises M. Katz, a dry goods store located at 305 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl gathering pebbles at the seashore. The back of the card appears to be blank.

Trade card advertising Levi Bros., clothiers, located at 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a winter scene. The reverse side contains an advertisement. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Hirshheimer Bros., a clothing store located at 6 & 8 North Market Street in Canton, Ohio. The card features a well-executed lithograph of a young child dressed in fine clothing, standing with hands on their hips. The child has a serious expression and appears to be wearing an elaborate hat. The child’s clothing features a decorative pattern. The card is bordered in black with red and gold accents. The verso is blank. [The Hirshheimer Bros. were active in Jewish affairs and were early founders of the Jewish community in Canton, Ohio.]

This unusual trade card features a whimsical illustration of a jester holding a large golden hand. The jester has a large nose and a speech bubble that says, "I shall not stop a leete[l]e." The front of the card also mentions Bay City. The back of the card lists foreign and domestic money quotations, regulated by "Little Jake the Banker," and includes a list of various currencies, with a reference to East Saginaw. The imagery and text suggest a playful and perhaps slightly satirical approach to advertising clothing.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Charles F. Saul, located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a steamboat traveling on water, with the text 'The Excursionist' printed above. The card likely advertises a store that sells goods for travel and recreation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue near 23rd Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features a black boy in a pose reminiscent of South American imagery, with a caption referencing 'South America'. The illustration is likely meant to promote exotic goods or an emphasis on a specific style of clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a young boy serving tea at a table with a floral tablecloth. The boy is wearing a blue and white jacket, and he is carrying a teapot and a cup. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers located at 565-567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy pulling boats at the seashore. The scene is framed with a bright blue, green, and red border, while a yellow and orange sun sits at the top of the image. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, including prices for various clothing items.

Trade card for M. Schwartz, clothier, located at 104 Third Street, San Francisco, California. The card is part of a set of four and depicts a boy falling into a river. Circa 1885.

Trade card for M. Schwartz, a clothier located at 104 Third Street in San Francisco, California. The card depicts a boy caught on a picket fence. It is part of a set of four cards. Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting "Enemy in the Camp," showing boys with guns and a rabbit. The card is one of four in a set. It advertises M. Schwartz's business located at 104 Third Street, San Francisco, California. The card is undated but is circa 1885 based on its style and other contextual clues. The card is part of Volume 7, Page 64 from archival collection Arc.MS.56.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of M. Schwartz, located at 104 Third Street, San Francisco, California. Circa 1885. The card depicts "The Return," showing an American soldier.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in a large hanging flower basket. The basket has a floral design and appears to be suspended from a trellis or arbor. The image is quite detailed, with the baby's face, clothes, and the basket's floral decorations being prominently displayed. The colors are vibrant and the overall effect is one of innocence and sweetness. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating from around 1885, advertises the clothing business of Rosenbloom Brothers in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child carrying a basket of flowers. The card appears to be printed in black and white, with the child depicted in a light-colored dress and a straw hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Finkle's, a clothing store located at 135 Genesee Street in Utica, New York. The card features an image of a child sitting on a chair reading, surrounded by toys, such as a doll, a wagon, and a toy horse. The child has short hair and is wearing a dress. The image is set in a room with a fireplace and furniture. The front of the card features a cream background with a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a horse-drawn cart filled with flowers. In the background, a building with a large clock tower can be seen. The text on the front of the card is unclear. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The card features a floral illustration of a cart overflowing with flowers. The cart is overturned and the flowers are spilling out. The illustration appears to be near a building. The front of the card is dominated by the colorful image and the shop's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothing and furnishings store located at 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of an infant sitting under a paper tent. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers, in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of two women in a formal setting. One woman is holding a parrot on her arm. The women are surrounded by ornate furniture, including a couch and a table covered in a patterned tablecloth. The image is likely taken from a magazine or book advertisement. The card is printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers located in Salem, Ohio. The front of the card features a yellow rose with a banner advertising the store's location. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., artists' materials dealers, located at 1026 Chestnut Street & 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a canoe on a lake. The illustration is in a classic, almost whimsical style, similar to a children's illustration. It is printed in shades of gray, with a dark border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a drawing of two dogs, a Bassett hound and a terrier. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hugo Rosenberg, a millinery and dress goods store located at 140 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming image of a child's face in a small, Amish-style bonnet. The image is framed by a black border. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for a fall sale.

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., clothing merchants located at 193 & 109 Summit Street, near Adams, Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy in a high shoe teaching two young girls how to dance. The card is a National Card of Edwin C. Burt. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. L. Spiesman, a clothing merchant located at 19 Union Block, 1st Ave in Corry, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a whimsical scene, with a boy in a high shoe acting as a boat, carrying a girl in a dress. The back of the card features an advertisement for Edwin Burt, a New York based clothing merchant. The back of the card also includes the text 'National Card of Edwin Burt'.

This trade card advertises R.N. Hershfield, a jeweler located at 421 Delaware Street in Leavenworth, Kansas. The front of the card features a cat wearing a bonnet. The card's layout is simple, with the business name, address, and a small illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Miller, a clothing retailer located in Bridgewater, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a young boy wearing an oversized military uniform. The boy has a mischievous expression on his face, and the oversized clothing adds to the humorous effect. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirsh & Brother, a clothing retailer located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a monkey and a goat boxing. The monkey is wearing red shorts and a blue hat, while the goat wears white shorts and a red collar. The background is a plain white color. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, including its address: N. Queen and Market Streets and Centre Square, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co., clothiers located at 107 Washington Avenue South in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card depicts a caricature of King Cole wearing a crown, with a red face and large white beard. He is shown sitting on a throne wearing a brown coat over a red suit. The card is bordered in red. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Bierman's Son, a clothing retailer with locations at 16 Church Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey and 59 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical image of a soldier and a young girl on a bench. The image is a depiction of a popular 19th-century theatrical character, perhaps a character in a popular minstrel show. The card is printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with two locations in New York City: 565-567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, and 619-621 8th Avenue, corner of 40th Street. The front of the card features a romantic illustration of Cupid holding back a garden gate from a young girl who is trying to enter. The illustration is framed with a green border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi, a clothier located at 652 Penn Ave., Reading, Pennsylvania. [Solomon Levi was buried in the Jewish Cemetery of Reading. His first wife, Amelia nee Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at the age of 32. She was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt. in Reading. She was survived by Solomon and a son, who was about 9, and a daughter, who was about 6. Solomon later married his deceased wife's sister, Hannah Sondheim. Hannah and Solomon had one son, Abraham, in 1886]. The card features a fan with a bird, likely meant to represent the business name, 'Solomon Levi'. The text on the card indicates that the business is located 'just below 7th Street'. The back of the card features a listing of electoral votes.

This trade card advertises L. Levi's, a clothier located at 324 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of an elaborate floral arrangement, a bouquet of flowers, placed inside a purple shoe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a man playing a horn. The design of the card is simple, featuring a white background with black text. The text is in a stylized font. The card is bordered in black with a yellow accent. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sylvan Dalsheimer, a clothier located at 122 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl making a snowball. She wears a red dress and has long, flowing hair. She is surrounded by snow-covered trees and a picket fence. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W. Duke, Sons & Co. The front of the card features a caricature depicting a man, possibly Ockstein, greeting a baby. The illustration is in a style common to late 19th-century trade cards, employing simple lines and shading. The name "Duke & Sons" is prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank. The card's imagery, combining a friendly scene with the company name, suggests a marketing strategy aimed at establishing a positive brand image. However, the subject tags provided by the donor indicate the presence of anti-Semitic elements, which should be interpreted carefully by researchers and viewers. This is particularly important given the historical context of anti-semitism and the representation of Jewish merchants in this period.

This trade card advertises Eichmann & Meier, a clothing store located at 506 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a design with a vase of roses and lilies. The background has a dark checkered pattern, and the top of the card is a decorative red and white border. The card is printed on heavy stock, typical of trade cards of the period. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Leiter Brothers, music dealers, located at 52 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a large, stylized rose with a stylized depiction of the letter 'S' in the center. A smaller stylized 'I' and 'E' appear beneath the 'S'. The lettering is a bit hard to decipher. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a millinery and fancy goods store located at 116, 118, and 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a sailing ship approaching a city skyline. The city's buildings are detailed, creating a realistic portrayal of an urban scene. The ship, with its billowing sails, appears to be navigating a harbor. The scene evokes a sense of progress and industry, suggesting that Shoneman Brothers is at the heart of a thriving commercial center. [The business is believed to have been active around 1885.]

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., an art studio located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple yet elegant design. Red roses with leaves are displayed prominently, tied together with a blue ribbon. The front of the card features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, a business located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three children ice skating on a frozen pond. The background is a winter landscape with snow-covered trees and buildings. The illustration is drawn in a simple style, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features a colorful floral design with red roses. The text on the front indicates the business is located at 25 North Eighth Street. The back of the card includes a full advertisement that lists the products sold by Charles Kaufman's, including laces of all descriptions, gloves, and buttons.

This trade card advertises Charles Kaufman's, a clothier located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three puppies nestled in a basket of red flowers. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises B. Levin's clothing store located at 317 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl sitting on a bench with a dog. The back of the card advertises the store with text, including the name 'Morris Levin, Manager'. The back of the card includes the phrase 'Men, Boys, Philadelphia Clothing House.'

This trade card advertises B. Gross, a clothing store located at 439 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman in a purple dress holding a purple parasol and wearing purple shoes. The woman is standing on a light colored walkway, possibly a sidewalk, with greenery in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, advertising that the store offers an album or vases to those who make a purchase of $15.00. The card also encourages customers to 'ask for a punch card.'

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 652 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of three kittens nestled inside a woven trunk. [Solomon Levi was buried in the Jewish Cemetery. His first wife, Amelia née Sundheim, died on September 25, 1880, at the age of 32. She was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mountain in Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son about 9 years old, and a daughter about 6 years old. The 1880 census shows that Hannah Sondheim was the sister of Amelia Sondheim Levi. After Amelia's death, Hannah married her widowed brother-in-law, Solomon. Hannah and Solomon had one son, Abraham, in 1886.] The back of the card provides a full advertisement and price list.

This trade card advertises Henry Heilman, a ladies and misses cloak and suit dealer in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in a pink dress and a blue overdress, with a matching hat. She is standing with a pug dog. The scene appears to take place on a fall day, possibly in a park. There are trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a department store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The card is sunflower-shaped and features a colorful design. The back of the card announces a grand opening.

This trade card advertises Jas. K. Simon, a bookseller located at 29 South Sixth Street above Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration with ducks, frogs, and flowers. The back of the card features a full advertisement for books, encyclopedias, children's books, and standard authors.

This trade card, advertising Rosenbaum & Co., clothiers, at 208 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features an Easter-themed illustration. A young boy sits on a large egg, riding the waves of the ocean. A ship is visible in the distance, adding a sense of scale and whimsy to the scene. The illustration evokes themes of new beginnings, growth, and a joyful holiday. The card is likely from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Rosengold's, an artist's studio and opticians located at 461 Fulton Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a picturesque scene of two children riding ponies in a stream, with a picnic basket on the shore. In the background are cows and farmers. The back of the card features a Fire Alarm Directory.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a merchant tailoring firm in New York City. The front features an image of a woman standing in the center of a circular wreath of flowers. She wears a dress with a ruffled collar and a feathered hat. She holds a fan and appears to be looking up at the viewer. The background features a floral design. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including its two addresses: 461.467 Broadway, corner of Grand Street, and 619.621 Eighth Avenue, corner of 40th Street. It also advertises custom tailoring services, suits, and coats.

This trade card advertises Harris Bros., a glove manufacturer and retailer located at 877 Broadway between 18th and 19th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an elegant illustration of a young woman wearing a stylish hat and matching gloves. The gloves are tan-colored and are prominently displayed. The background features a decorative pattern. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement for gloves of all descriptions, including chamois and other novelties. The back of the card includes a border.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salin and R Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a New Year's greeting with a central illustration of fruit and birds. The corners of the card are decorated with green leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of fairies, elves, and deer. Four elves are sneaking up on a female deer that is resting in the forest. Two fawns are lying next to the deer. A single fairy is perched in a tree above. The illustration features a delicate, whimsical style. The card has a light blue border with white text, and a dark blue background.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of Julius Saul, located at 234 & 236 River Street, Troy, New York. The card depicts a whimsical scene with elves and a stag. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of elves falling off a stag, some hiding behind a tree. There is a stream rushing down rocks. The card has a fancy border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of elves hunting deer with bows and arrows in a woodland setting. The elves are depicted riding a buck and other deer. The card has a fancy decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a clothing retailer located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a ship in the middle of a circular design with flowers along the border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, with a picture of a lady's boot in the center.

This circular trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a dry goods store located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street, New York City. The front of the card features a ship sailing on a body of water. There are flowers on the border. The back of the card has a full advertisement. In the center of the advertisement, is a depiction of a ladies' glove.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, & 17 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two well-dressed men and a bulldog. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and its Custom Department, which is located on the second floor.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a dapper young boy wearing a suit and stylish shoes. He is carrying a cane and appears to be walking down a street. The colors on the card are muted, giving the card a classic and sophisticated feel. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abram & Bro., clothiers located at 7 John Street, Hoosick Falls, New York. The front of the card features a scene of two men sitting on a bench, one sewing pants. A man with a top hat and a cane stands nearby. The illustration includes trunks, valises, and rubber goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohn, a dry goods store located at 73 Avenue A, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of an angel holding a basket of flowers, promoting 'National Austen Cologne.' The back of the card contains a full advertisement, but the details are not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand at the edge of the ocean. The scene is peaceful and idyllic, suggesting that the clothing sold by the business is of high quality and appropriate for both children and adults. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Freeman's.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, in Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a couple dressed in fine clothing and smoking cigars, suggesting the store's upscale clientele. They stand together, both looking at the viewer, and appear to be holding an item in their hands. The back of the card features an advertisement and a notice about new merchandise.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming scene of four children playing in the ocean. The children are dressed in casual attire and appear to be having fun. The scene is rendered in a simple style with bright colors. The back of the card contains an advertisement.

This trade card advertises S.I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress playing in a shallow body of water. Two other children are seated in sand, with an adult figure standing behind them. The front also includes a banner that says 'First Clothing Store From Main Street.' The back of the card contains additional advertising. [A business directory from 1885, lists the store as Freeman's and the address is 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street.]

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, located at 116, 118, & 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays an illustration of two men in a forest hunting. One man is holding a bow and arrow while the other carries a dead deer. The back of the card lists the store's products: ornaments, silks, fringes, buttons, handmade leather satchels, and pocketbooks.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy dressed in shorts and holding a cat, a tree contained in a box. The background of the image is a light blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York, depicts a young boy sitting on a stone bench, holding a Japanese-style umbrella. A kettle sits near his feet and flowers bloom behind him. The image is rendered in a whimsical style, highlighting the soft details of the boy's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a musical instrument. Fruit is placed at the boy's knees. A decorative urn with branches sits next to the boy. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothing merchant located at 45 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a decorative design with an iris and leaves on top of white lace. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a white lily with green leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, a jewelry store located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a branch with a bud rose. The card's layout is very simple, and only includes the name and address of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet store located at 54 Main Street, Medina, New York. The front of the card is embellished with flowers adorning a horseshoe. The card is likely dated from around 1885. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet merchant located at 54 Main Street in Medina, New York. The card features a dove flying above a rose, with the design resembling an envelope. The front of the card includes the phrase 'Dry Goods and Carpets' in a bold typeface, and 'Clothing, and Hats' in a smaller font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg's dry goods and carpet business in Medina, New York. The front of the card lists two addresses: 54 Main Street for clothing and hats and 60 Main Street for dry goods and carpets. The card features a gold background with a floral design and the lettering is in black. It's likely the back of the card is blank as the back of the first card is blank. The card is in good condition.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a hatters and furnishers located at Fifth, South & Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the flag of Turkey in the upper right corner. The back of the card has an advertisement for the company with an abbreviation, possibly for a business related to a Masonic group.

This trade card advertises the jewelry store S. Silverthau & Son, located at 200 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The card features an intricate design depicting a stylized floral arrangement with a bee hovering above it. The text emphasizes the store's specialization in fine jewelry, clocks, silver, and silver-plated ware. The card was copyrighted in 1876.

This trade card for Rosenbloom's, a shoe dealer in Syracuse, New York, features a charming illustration of a young couple and their child. The girl is holding flowers, while the boy holds a shovel. They are both wearing boots, emphasizing the store's focus on footwear. The card appears to be pressed, giving it a distinctive texture.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand, building a mound. A ship is visible in the background. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises I. Schwarz, a merchant of fancy goods and notions, as well as ladies shoes. It features an illustration of a well-dressed woman holding a parasol with two doves perched on a rock. The woman's hat matches her dress and shoes, which are black. The address listed on the card is 141 Main Street, Gloversville, New York.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of five birds perched on a branch. Two blue birds with tufted heads are sitting near a nest. The image has a bright, vibrant feel with the birds painted against a background of vibrant orange blossoms. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of five birds. Two blue birds are perched on a branch of pink flowers with red berries. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co. at 445 Broadway, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two bluejays with a nest and red flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a general store located at 445 Broadway in New York City. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of seashells nestled on leaves. The seashells are mostly pink, with one broken open to reveal its inner pearl. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a general store located at 445 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of seashells, leaves, and flowers. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border and is part of a set of five cards.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., located at 445 Broadway, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a tiger cowrie seashell on a colorful leaf. The shell is surrounded by other seashells and leaves. The back of the card is blank. There is an additional trade card in this record, that features a similar design with other seashells.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway, New York City. The front of the card features a decorative design with sea shells, leaves, and pink flower bells. This card is one of five in the set. The shells are depicted in shades of yellow, pink, black, and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of three birds, two of which are blue. A nest of eggs is shown beneath a branch of berries, adding a charming touch to the image. The card has a red border around the edges. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a general store located at 445 Broadway in New York, New York. The front of the card features an image of birds, including two quails and four chicks, surrounded by green leaves. The background of the card is blank. The back of the card, not included in the record, likely contained more information about the store and its offerings.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at 565 and 567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, and 619 and 621 Eighth Avenue, corner of 40th Street, New York. The card features a well-dressed boy and girl playing outside with a toy cannon. The front of the card is bordered in red, and the text is in black. The back of the card features a holiday advertisement, advertising a valuable gift with purchase.

This trade card advertises the clothing business, Cohen Bros., located at 289 Sixth Ave, corner 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card is a simple design. It features an image of a red rose, the business name, and their address. The card is entirely black and white, with a yellow, gold, or very light brown tint. The back of the card is blank.

This set of four trade cards advertises J. Blankenstein, a cigar manufacturer located at 30 Vesey Street, corner of Church Street, and 630 Eighth Avenue, near 41st Street in New York City. The cards feature an image of a couple sitting on a bench, lovingly gazing at each other, with a full moon and a ship on the ocean behind them. The couple is surrounded by a black circle. There is a full moon in all four cards, with the couple in various poses on a bench in each.

Set of four trade cards advertising J. Blankenstein, an importer of smoker's articles. The cards feature illustrations of a man and woman, and the text includes addresses: 30 Vesey Street, cor. Church St., and 630 Eighth Ave. near 41st St., New York City. Published circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a dress goods store located at 42 State Street and 13 Mill Streets, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy and a girl gardening. They are both wearing hats, and the boy is holding a watering can while the girl is holding a trowel. The image is one of four on the card. The back of the card announces the store's opening date: April 2nd and 3rd.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a millinery shop located at 42 State Street and 13 Mill Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two children, a boy and a girl. The boy is wearing a hat and holding an umbrella; the girl is wearing a hat and holding a doll. The card announces an opening event for April 2nd and 3rd on the back.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a millinery store located at 42 State Street and 13 Mill Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl standing on grass. They are both wearing hats; the boy is holding a stick and the girl is wearing an apron. The back of the card lists the date of the business's grand opening as April 2nd and 3rd.

This trade card advertises Vogel Brothers, clothiers located at 8th Avenue and 42nd Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy carrying a toddler on his back, while a dog runs alongside them. The back of the card provides more details about the business, which sold clothing and shoes for men, boys, and children.

This trade card, shaped like a maple leaf, advertises Morris Gross, a clothier operating under the name 'Marble Hall Clothier' in Troy, New York. The front of the card displays the business address: #336 & #338 River St./13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card features a full advertisement listing men's, ladies', and children's clothes. This card is part of a two-part set.

This trade card advertises Alfred Wolff & Co., a dry goods store located at 349 Larimer Street in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man wearing a hat and coat. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for S.I. Freeman, a clothier, is located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a comical man sitting on a tree branch while sawing off a limb. A small child can be seen looking up at him from below. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Nathan's Fine Shoes, located at 229 Sixth Avenue corner 15th Street in New York City. The card features a young woman in a bright orange coat and a fur-lined collar. She is standing on a snowy landscape with a dog and a duck beside her. She holds ice skates in her hands. The card notes that it is copyrighted by Graf Bros. in Philadelphia. The card is one of three in a set.

This trade card advertises Nathan's, a clothier located at 229 Sixth Avenue, corner of 15th Street, New York. The card features a charming image of a young girl, standing outside, wearing a long, dark coat and black boots. She holds a walking stick and has a dog by her feet. The image has an autumnal feel. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing store located at 303 and 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a young boy sitting on a fence, playing a banjo. There are red roses at the bottom of the card, and a decorative border surrounds the image.

This trade card advertises Edward Kakas, a furrier located at 404 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a fox and a squirrel. The text on the card indicates that it was printed by Prang. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungary, where the family name was Kokesch. He learned the fur trade in Hungary from his father.]

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with multiple locations in New York City and Jersey City. The front of the card depicts a group of people roller skating. The scene is set in a park with trees and greenery. The card features a red border. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the business. It mentions a removal from the Broadway store.

This is a trade card for Ehrichs'. It is shaped like a sunflower and features black and yellow colors. The back of the card announces a grand opening taking place on that day. This is one of two cards.

This trade card for Ehrichs' is shaped like a sunflower with black and yellow colors. The front of the card features the business name. The back of the card announces the Grand Opening of the store.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a boy standing by a sailboat with a red cap. The background includes a stylized representation of a cityscape. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card, one of four, advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand in Rondout, New York. The card emphasizes a focus on children's clothing, stating 'CHILDREN CLOTHING A SPECIALTY' and featuring a floral design of roses on leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing store located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of flowers and a bee. The text 'Children's Clothing a Specialty' is also prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing store located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a colorful butterfly with flowers. [Dreyfus was also a secretary of Temple Emanuel.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The card features a sepia-toned circle depicting a baby in a red outfit. The front of the card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned circle with a woman wearing a red dress and bonnet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., hatters and furnishers located at 303 and 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with a windmill and flowers in the border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store, M. Shwartz & Co., located at 303 and 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a young woman in a blue dress sitting on a fence and holding flowers. A white rose on a branch is displayed below the woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a young woman sitting by a stream with a dog and ducks. Flowers are blooming along the riverbank, and the scene is bathed in a warm light. The text on the front of the card indicates that the business is located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Street. The card is dated circa 1885. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the 1880s, advertises N. A. Moses & Co., a clothing retailer located at 43 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a stylized image of a young woman in a dress, potentially a design from their collection, and a Swiss flag. The image, likely meant to convey quality and European style, is highlighted by a pair of black shoes at the bottom of the card. It's possible the back of the card features a more detailed description of their merchandise, but the image provided shows only the front. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This is a trade card advertising N. A. Moses & Co., a clothier at 43 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a woman in a colorful, period-style dress holding a beer on a plate, the Austrian flag in the background. The card is visually designed to be eye-catching with black lettering. The front of the card is illustrated, while the back is blank.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York, features an illustration of red and yellow roses and cherries on leafy branches. The front of the card is primarily white with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer located at 565 & 567 Broadway Corner Prince Street and 619 & 621 Eighth Ave. Cor. 40th St. in New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a man presenting a lady with a bird's nest filled with birds. The back of the card provides a full advertisement, promoting 'ten day bargins'. The back of the card also includes text that appears to be in Hebrew.

Trade card for Max Stadler & Co., located at Broadway, cor. Grand Street, and Eighth Ave. cor. 40th Street, New York, New York. The card depicts a man looking at a cat on grass and a man holding a sign that reads "My Compliments." The reverse side features a full advertisement and an announcement of an open house. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Simon Bros. & Co., a clothing and tailoring business located in Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a hand holding yellow daisies. [Simon Bros. & Co. was founded in 1868 by the Simon brothers, who were natives of Germany.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Simon Bros. & Co., a clothing retailer located in Rondout, New York. The card features a simple design: a red rose is held by a hand, likely signifying beauty and quality. The back of the card is blank. The other card features a young woman with a red rose. It appears she is posing for a portrait.

This trade card advertises Ben Bloch, a merchant tailor located under the Opera House in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman sitting in a chair talking to a man who appears to be at an open window. The man has his arms crossed and is looking at the woman. The woman appears to be gesticulating. The back of the card lists the goods sold by the business, including 'GENTS FURNISHING GOODS..HATS, CLOTHING.'

This trade card advertises Julius Sichel's millinery goods store located at 105, 107, and 109 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two white kittens nestled inside a basket. A sprig of red roses is perched on the edge of the basket.

This trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, an agricultural implement dealer located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The card is a humorous illustration featuring anthropomorphic vegetables, a pea in a red hat sitting on a branch and smoking, and an elderly man and woman arguing beneath him. The image is a stylized depiction of farm life, incorporating elements of agriculture and humor. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, an implements and hardware store located at 17 & 19 East Water Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a cabbage holding tools and sitting on a tree branch. Two elves are eating sauerkraut from a barrel nearby. The card has a green and yellow background, and the image is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank. This card was copyrighted by Richmond and C. in Buffalo, New York in 1887.

This trade card advertises B. Joseph's Sons, clothiers, located at 263 Main Street in Catskill, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a well-dressed Black man holding a hat. The text 'I'se a dude!' is prominently displayed, along with the business's name and address. The image and text employ racist stereotypes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 & 338 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a Japanese girl with a fan, wearing a blue dress. The image is colorful, with a yellow and red hair piece. The back of the card, which is not visible in the scan, is likely to have more information about the business, as the front of the card only lists the address.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13.15 17 Fourth Street, Troy, New York. The card features a depiction of a Japanese woman in a green dress with a fan. Her hair is styled with a white and red hair piece. This trade card is one of a two-part series.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a dress goods retailer located at 42 State Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a young woman wearing a blue blouse and an orange jumper. She has her hair pulled back and is wearing a cap and earrings. The back of the card advertises a 30-day sale of winter stock at greatly reduced prices. The card notes that the store needs to clear out winter stock to make room for spring merchandise.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a night scene of a sea view. A family consisting of a couple and two children are positioned in a circle. The back of the card provides rules for measurement for garments.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, a dealer of fancy goods, located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street, near the Grand Opera House in New York City. The card features a whimsical illustration of a train filled with people, mostly couples. It is one of three cards in the record. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street, New York City. The front of the card depicts a scene inside a restaurant. People are seated at tables, and waiters are walking around carrying trays. The card is part of a set of three trade cards.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a millinery shop located at 409 Eighth Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a minstrel boy playing with a dog and a rabbit. The minstrel is dressed in colorful attire and holds a musical instrument, adding a festive feel to the scene. The background features a park-like setting, with trees and foliage. The back of the card provides more information about the business, emphasizing Peiser's expertise in exclusive millinery. The card has a simple, elegant design, with a black border and a white background.

This trade card advertises Auerbach & Bro., a men's furnishing and hat store located at 623 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on the ears of a pony in a field of tall grass. The boy is holding a pitchfork in his hand. The illustration is set against a blue and gold background.

Trade card advertising the Atlantic Clothing House, located at 204 North Second Street, above Race Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a caricature of two Black boys falling off a donkey, with a man observing in the background. Circa 1885.

Trade card for the Atlantic Clothing House located at 204 North Second Street, above Race Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a caricature of Black boys chasing chickens. The date is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothing and furnishing goods business located at 336 & 338 River Street, Troy, New York, and 13, 15, and 17 Fourth Streets. The card features a drawing of a boy sitting on a dog, holding a peppermint stick. The card has a red border and a decorative pattern around the advertisement text.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of R. Goldvogel, located at 357 Grand Street in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of three boys playing in the snow. A snowman stands in the background with a broom. Two of the boys are having a snowball fight. The card notes that the business was established in 1854. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl, wearing a purple hat and a blue dress, looking at a pair of shoes. She stands on a porch overlooking a rural scene. The background features a farmhouse, a barn, and a horse. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a girl in a winter coat with a fox collar standing under a tree branch. She is feeding birds with a handful of seeds. The girl is wearing a bluish-green coat and hat, and there are birds in flight nearby. The background includes trees and a pale sky. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely advertising a wholesale or retail dry goods business, features a large die-cut of a kettle in the shape of a ship. The card is primarily white with a red border. There is text on the front, but it is not visible in the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, featuring a portrait of President Chester Alan Arthur, advertises J. Wimmer, a clothing store located on East Main Street in Los Gatos, California. The front and back of the card are stamped with the business's advertisement. The card is in landscape orientation with a red border. The text is centered, with a bold and slightly larger font for the business name. The back of the card is not blank, but rather has a printed advertisement.

This trade card advertises I. Weill, a general store in Lompoc, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls holding butterfly nets. They appear to be dressed in their finest clothing, with their hair elaborately styled and adorned with ribbons. The girls are situated in a garden-like setting, perhaps the store's own courtyard, and there are plants, flowers, and even a bird in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for Lichtner & Rosenthal in Riverside, California, advertises Downs' Self-Adjusting Corset. The front of the card features a woman peering into a window at a corset displayed on a mannequin. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Downs' Corsets.

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, located in New York City. The front of the card depicts a lively picnic scene where people are enjoying various fish delicacies. The back of the card features an advertisement for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, which lists several different varieties of fish. [Royal Brand Fish Delicacies was a product of the Union Fish Co. of Maine, the American Sardine Co., and the Frontier Packing Co.] The card includes a bold red border.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a clothing store located at 116, 118, and 120 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three puppies sitting outside of a basket. The text on the card reads 'WELL KNOWN ESTABLISHMENT'. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card, printed on black paper, advertises C. L. Swartz, a clothier located at 12 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a well-dressed man wearing pink tights and a green waistcoat. The figure appears to be a joker or clown, with exaggerated features. This image may be interpreted as a form of racist caricature. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. L. Swartz, a clothier located at 12 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man dressed in a top hat, with a cigar in his mouth and yellow tights. The man has a dark complexion. The card is black and is printed on heavy paper. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Milkman & Co., a clothier located at 161 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a single illustration of a girl with a daisy for a hat. The daisy is upside down, with the flower facing the bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for S. Milkman & Co., millinery located at 161 Westminster Street in Providence, Rhode Island. The card features a woman wearing a hat that is adorned with an upside-down red flower. The front of the card has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card for Reineman Bros. located at 190 Ohio Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is shaped like a keystone, a prominent symbol of the state. The front of the card depicts a tugboat pulling a barge in a river, perhaps signifying the bustling industrial activity of Pittsburgh at the time. The text on the front of the card advertises their services in watch case repair. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the same service.

This trade card for Peiser's, located at 409 Eighth Avenue between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City, features a detailed illustration of a boy in a blue jacket standing by a brick wall, looking toward the left while holding a small bird in his right hand. The bird is facing left and appears to be singing. The boy's hair is light brown, and he wears a straw hat. The image is surrounded by a decorative, dark brown border and a red banner with the company's name at the top, with the address below. The background of the image is a cream-colored wall, and the brick wall has a light gray mortar. The card's reverse side provides additional details about the business.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue, New York City. The card features an image of two children hugging on a stone wall. They are dressed in Victorian style attire. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a fancy goods store located at 409 Eighth Avenue in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl with a bird perched on a stone wall. She appears to be wearing a dress with an elaborate pattern. The image is framed by a decorative border. The back of the card is full of advertisements for the store.

Trade card advertising Peiser's, located at 409 Eighth Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets in New York, New York. The card depicts two children tumbling off a stone wall. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The card dates from circa 1885. Two versions of the trade card are present in the collection.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., a clothing store located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street in New York City. The front of the card shows a romantic scene with a couple about to kiss, while a woman in a red dress observes them. A cow grazes in the background. The back of the card advertises men's and boys' dress and business wear.

This trade card advertises N. A. Moses & Co., boot and shoe merchants in Boston. The card is shaped like a boot, colored in pale orange, with depictions of boots, shoes, and laces. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl chatting on a terrace. They are dressed in fashionable clothing. The back of the card advertises 'Princess Jackets' in all colors.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a yellow and black finch bird perched on a branch. The bird's bright colors and detailed plumage are prominently displayed against a green background. The image is set against a building that appears to be a post office. There is a small amount of unidentifiable text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of S. Rosenbloom & Sons, located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card displays an image of a red bird and a blue bird perched on a branch with a large white flower. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer in New York City. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of two well-dressed African American boys in a horse-drawn buggy that appears to be toppling over. The back of the card provides details about the store's locations: 42 & 44 Newark Avenue, Branch of Broadway cor. Prince St.; Eighth Avenue cor. 40th St. It also includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, successor to Tobey & Saul, dealers in agricultural implements. The front of the card features a photograph of a group of children.  The photographic style suggests a date in the late 19th century. Below the photograph, the text clearly states the business name, "Charles F. Saul, Successor to Tobey and Saul," and the address: 17 & 19 E. Water St., Hanover Sq., Syracuse, N.Y. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Levy, a boot and shoe store located at 3 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features a red rose on a branch, symbolizing Lancaster's nickname, the “Rose City.” The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock, with a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 318 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woodland scene with a turkey. The back of the card is blank. This card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 318 South Street, Philadelphia. The card features a boy hunter with a turkey behind him and a rabbit at his feet. The card has a red border with gold lettering and a gold background with black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the move of Julius Sichel's business to a new building at 50, 52, and 54 North Eighth Street in New York, New York. The card depicts a baby eating out of a blue bowl and standing on a bed. The card also advertises a move from the previous location at 105, 107, 109 North Eighth Street. The card is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Louis Stern, a clothier located at 9 West Main Street, opposite the Black Opera House. The front of the card depicts two young boys dressed in Roman garb, standing against a red and gold background. The boys are likely meant to represent the classic Roman god Mars, often depicted as a young warrior. The card has a red border and features the business name at the top. The back of the card includes an advertisement for men's and boys' clothing.

This trade card advertises S. Weil's clothing store in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a young boy wearing a blue jacket with a yellow and orange scarf. The text on the card indicates that S. Weil sells clothing, hats, caps, and gentlemen's furnishings. The address is 521 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. [Mr. Weil was unmarried and a member of Temple Oheb Sholem. He was a charter member of Reading Aerie, No. 66, of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, one of the founders of the Eagles' Mountain Home, and a member of several other social and charitable organizations. He was an independent voter.]

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothier located at 111 Congress Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a moonlit scene. A man in a top hat and coat stands on a dock, waving at a sailboat departing into the distance. The background features a body of water with a dark silhouette of a city skyline.

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothing merchant located at 111 Congress Street, Troy, New York. The card features a whimsical illustration of a moose looking at the moon in a moonlit forest setting. The text on the card indicates that E. Gratz sells ready-made clothing. This is one of two cards in this record. The second card appears to be a larger advertisement for E. Gratz. It is not clear if this is a separate card or the other side of this one.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a dress trimming business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features two large, brightly colored birds perched on a branch of a stylized tree. The birds have golden crowns, blue bodies, and yellow throats. The back of the card is blank.

Sepia-toned trade card for Cohen, Davis & Co., a variety store located at 162 First Street and a new building at 10-14 Morrison Street in Portland, Oregon. The card also advertises the Golden Rule Bazaar and features an illustration of a child in a clown costume. The reverse side indicates that the business imported fancy goods and notions. Circa 1885.

Circular trade card for Charles F. Saul, located at 17 & 19 E. Water St., Hanover Square, Syracuse, New York. The card features imagery of geese, roses, and a woman with a goose-like face. Small circles adorn the border. The card is undated, but circa 1885 based on stylistic analysis.

This trade card advertises H. B. Epstein, a men's furnisher located at 246 Third Avenue, New York City, between 20th and 21st Streets. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man cutting a shirt while another man pulls on something with a cane. A cashier watches the scene and a young boy observes. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for men's furnishings.

This trade card advertises D. Cohen, a clothier located at 31 & 33 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in bed clothes sitting on a sofa reading a book. She is wearing a white dress and has long, dark hair. The girl's left hand rests on the book, while her right hand rests on a red cushion. The card is printed in black and white, with a red border. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border around the illustration.

This trade card advertises M. Silver, a millinery and dry goods store located at 715 Market Space in Washington, D.C. The front of the card is decorated with a pink rose and bud on a branch of leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. Auerbach, a shirt manufacturer located at the corner of 7th and H Streets in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on a sailboat, made out of a shirt cuff, sailing in the ocean. The boy wears a hat, and his cuffs are prominent. The back of the card contains an advertisement for collars, cuffs, and shirt bosoms, as well as instructions on waterproof linens. The card is printed in red, blue, and black ink.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a toy and holiday goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a parrot on a stand. The background is light and uncluttered. The back of the card lists the store's inventory of toys and holiday goods.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a dry goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City. [Ehrich Bros. is a Jewish-owned dry goods store.] The front of the card features a stylized Art Deco illustration of three girls. Two young girls, one with a white dress, one with a blue dress, are standing in the foreground while the other girl is walking towards them holding flowers. A boy in a raincoat stands behind the two girls in the foreground. There is a red border around the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Ehrichs'.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store in New York City. The front of the card features a pink rose on a bed of white flowers. The back of the card advertises cloaks and dolmans, but the rest of the text is obscured. The address is listed as Eighth Avenue and between 24th and 25th Streets, New York. The card has a red border, with the address listed in a red box at the top. The text is in black. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises the London & New York Plants Co., owned by S. Friedemann. The front of the card depicts a basket overflowing with a colorful assortment of artificial flowers. The address, 639 Broadway, New York, is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card lists the business name and address and states that their flowers are 'copied from nature.'

This trade card advertises R.H. Macy & Co., located in New York City. The card features a charming illustration of three children dressed in elegant attire and riding in a gondola. The gondola is decorated with a white, red, and pink color scheme. A gold spiral awning adorns the boat, and a golden palace is visible in the background. The design of the card is whimsical and captivating. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Wineburgh & Son, a jewelry store located at 35 Genesee Street, Utica, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two women fishing, both wearing large hats. The card advertises jewelry, clocks, silverware, diamonds, and watches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier in Cohoes, New York, features a young woman in a blue dress leaning against a fence. The front of the card has a fancy gold, white, and blue border. The card is one of two that were together in this archive. There is no information on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 43 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The card features a young lady looking out at the ocean from a clifftop. The image is framed by a decorative border of gold, white, and pink design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Shuman & Co. features a musk ox on the front, with two boys, very well-dressed in a similar fashion, at the top of the card. One boy is facing front, and the other is facing back. The back of the card is blank. A. Shuman & Co. was located at 449 Washington Street, corner of Summer, in Boston, Massachusetts.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a trunk and traveling bag maker located at the corner of South Salina and Railroad Street, Syracuse, New York. The card features a red parrot-like bird perched on a branch with two pale red flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Schneider's hair and shaving dressing parlor, located at 396 Sixth Avenue near 24th Street in New York City. [It is interesting to note that the business also sold domestic and imported cigars.] The front of the card displays a hand holding a basket of white flowers. There is a red stripe on the sweater worn by the hand. The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Feldman's boot and shoe store located at 135 North Main Street in Pittstown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a young girl, appearing thoughtful or perhaps slightly distressed, holding her head with one hand. The style of the illustration is characteristic of late 19th-century printmaking. The text on the front indicates the store's address and highlights the quality of the boots and shoes: "STANDARD SCREW FASTENED BOOTS AND SHOES...NO EQUAL...NATIONAL CARD." The back of the card (second image) displays a full advertisement, with a depiction of a shoe alongside additional text, showcasing a broader range of products or perhaps further emphasizing the store's commitment to quality.

This black trade card advertises Herman Loeb & Co., a perfumery with locations in New York City and Paris, France. The card features an illustration of two birds in a nest inside a dogwood tree, The card's text reads “EXQUISTE PERFUMES…HERMAN LOEB & CO…PARIS &; NYC;”. The front of the card contains the image and text, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, successor to S. Zorkowski, located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a medieval-era boy and girl kissing. A man with a club stands behind them. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two men tumbling over boys on sleds, emphasizing the snowy winter season. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, including a detailed list of the goods and services offered by Samuel Meyers. The advertisement emphasizes quality fabrics, and stylish menswear.

This trade card advertises M. Kaufman's, a dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl gathering water from a well. She is wearing a blue and white dress, holding a pitcher in one hand, and a bucket in the other. There are trees and shrubs in the background. The back of the card is fully printed with advertisements.

This trade card advertises A. & J. Wiener, clothing merchants in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a girl standing on a rooftop waving a flag. She is dressed in a long white dress with an orange sash and appears to be waving a red and white flag. The background of the card depicts a city street scene with houses and trees. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Saks, a jeweler located in Corning, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl in a red dress sitting beneath a white umbrella in a snowy landscape. The girl is holding a small red object. The scene evokes a sense of winter charm and innocence. The back of the card is blank. The card is bordered by an ornate red, black, and yellow decorative frame. The card has a red, black, and yellow design around the border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Geswein, a clothier located at 325 8th Avenue, between 26th and 27th Streets in New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple design with the store's name and address printed in black on a light background. The card appears to be made of textured paper with a reddish-brown hue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis R. Grabowsky, a clothier located at 717 Third Avenue, between 44th and 45th Streets, New York. The front of the card features a single red rose, a symbol of elegance and beauty often associated with high-quality clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. L. Isaac's, a grocery store located at the corner of 28th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, features a prominent red rose design. The image likely represents the store's name and the quality of its products. The card is likely from around 1885 and is printed in English. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a trimming and fancy goods store located at 116, 118, 129 & 122 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized image of a dog lying on a beach, with its paws resting on a piece of bark. The dog's head is turned slightly to the right, and its tail is curled around its body. The background is a simple design of sand and water, and the overall aesthetic is fairly simple and understated. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. L. Isaacs, an interior decorator located at 1210 and 1212 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a winter scene with a boy pulling a girl on a sled. The background includes snow-covered buildings and trees. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a list of services offered, such as paper hanging, art decorations, hardwood floors, windows, and screens. It also states that the business was established in 1858.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One-Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young girl dressed in a sailor dress. She is sitting on a bank overlooking the ocean, holding a shovel. The front of the card is bordered in a dark red with a blue stripe. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Blumenthal's, a furnishings store located at 631 Eighth Avenue between 40th and 41st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a couple dressed in colonial attire standing outside a building. The building is a two-story structure with a white facade and a dark roof. The back of the card features an advertisement for Blumenthal's wide selection of household goods, including refrigerators, tables, pocket cutlery, china, and glassware.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., dry-goods merchants in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man looking into a mirror and lamenting a bald spot. The inscription reads “There Will Be No More Parting There.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features a stylized illustration of a ship with a large sail in a harbor, with several buildings visible in the background. The ship has an ornate mast and a decorative flag flying from its stern. The illustration appears to be a guide to the business, possibly in the form of a boat trip, with the ship representing Julius Saul and the destination being the store. The reverse of the card is blank.

Undated trade card for Baum & Bernstein, advertising men's, boys', and children's clothing. The card features an image of a Palace Block building. The inscription on the card reads: "PALACE BLOCK...ONE OF TWO; TO MY DEAR FRIEND TO CREWLED INTO TOP OF CARD; TWO OF TWO; MEN BOYS AND CHILDREN CLOTHING "BAUM AND BERNSTEIN";". The card is from the collection of Judaica Americana. The approximate date is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Jacob Hyman & Son, a dealer of scrap pictures, cards, and paper. The front of the card features a basket of flowers on a background with a design suggestive of a floral bouquet. The address is printed at the bottom: 165 William Street, New York, NY. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business, including the advertising of programs and novelties.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., a Baltimore-based art supplies company located at 195 & 197 West Pratt Street. The front of the card features an image of a woman seated, painting a sculpture. Birds fly about, adding a touch of life to the scene. The illustration has a delicate, almost watercolor-like quality. [Hirshberg, Hollander & Co. was a prominent art supplier in Baltimore, catering to both professional artists and amateurs. The company carried a wide variety of art materials, including paints, brushes, canvases, and drawing supplies.]

This trade card advertises Sol. Strauss, a clothier located at 28 East Third Street, Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of an Indian canoe, a teepee, and a bell-shaped element decorated with roses. The second trade card in the record contains a lengthy description of the KILO KODISH B'NAI JESHMEN Hebrew congregation of Dayton, Ohio. [The congregation was founded in 1850 and was originally called the Hebrew Congregation of Dayton. Their original meeting place was in what was once the old Dayton Bank on Main Street. Around 1864 they purchased a Baptist church on the corner of Fourth and Jefferson Streets, where they held their services. The congregation had no rabbi to begin with and a Mr. Wendell served as teacher. In 1874 the Rev. A. K. Fischer became their first rabbi. He was succeeded in 1880 by the Rev. G. Tanbenhouse. The congregation had a membership of over thirty in the 1880s. ] The back of the first trade card is blank. The back of the second trade card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sol. Strauss, a clothier located at 28 East Third Street in Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features a bell-shaped design with roses around a pictorial scene. The illustration depicts a person looking out at a pond or lake in front of a house. The back of the card is not visible in this scan.

This trade card advertises the shoe store of S. Eckstein located at 841 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is adorned with decorative floral illustrations, framing the business's advertisement and the information that S. Eckstein is the first shoe store below Ninth Street.

This trade card advertises Jacob Rothschild's ladies' outfitting store located at 236 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of angels fitting a woman for clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Perlman, a millinery shop located at 821 Penn Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a drawing by I. D. Zuckerman, a woman wearing a large, feathered hat. The drawing is stylized and has a vintage aesthetic. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Einstein, a business located at 3 Potmac Street, Hagerstown, Maryland. The front of the card features a dog with its paw resting on a ball. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a business located at 9 Winter Street in Boston. The front of the card features a humorous scene of a man wearing a hat standing on a beach with a lady with a headband. The image is reminiscent of a caricature or an illustration from a comic strip. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a business located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman at the beach. The man is holding a hat and appears to be waving, while the woman has a puffy hat. The front of the card has a border in a floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card from Fleischner's, a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, celebrates Thanksgiving. The card is a promotional advertisement that features a charming illustration of a girl teaching a dog tricks using treats. She holds up her right hand and points to the dog, while holding a stick in her left hand. The dog appears to be retrieving the stick. The card is part of a series of three, as indicated by the inscription “Three of three”.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., dry goods merchants located at 257 & 259 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card depicts a child in a crib. The back of the card is blank. [Segelbaum Bros. was a dry goods store that sold a variety of clothing and household goods to the local community.]

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., a clothing store managed by W. H. MacWatters, located at 31 1/2 Washington Ave., Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a charming winter scene depicting a pond with birds.  The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is a full advertisement for "The Bargain Givers" in South Minneapolis. [Altman & Co. opened in 1888 as a branch of a Buffalo, New York, based wholesale and retail company owned by Isaac, Henry, and Julius Altman and David Rosenau. It was situated on Washington Avenue near Nicollet Avenue. In February 1897, the store was acquired by Frank G. Raichle, becoming “The Surprise Store, F. G. Raichle, propr. Clothier, Hatter, and Furnisher.”]

This trade card advertises L. S. Mayer, a grocer located at 70 Morrison Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a sister and brother sitting on a wall, perhaps outside a home. [Mayer's wife was active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ely, Hunsberger & Ely, dry goods merchants located at 1220 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three children playing. A young boy walks off with a girl. The card has a decorative border.

This trade card for L.J. Levi, a Philadelphia-based retailer at 1809 Ridge Avenue, is a vertical card with a red border. The front of the card displays a vase of red and white roses against a textured background. The back of the card advertises a large assortment of toys, wood willow and tinware, and offers wringer and basket repair services.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, a dry goods store located at 208 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical illustration of two boys dancing with a turtle that is standing on its hind legs and wearing a hat. The illustration is rendered in gold and green hues. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, an artist's studio located at 208 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a frog holding a hat with a hole in the bottom. Two children, doll-like in appearance, are nearby. The card is printed with gold and green colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts two birds perched among flowers. The text '100,000 Gifts' and 'Moderate Prices' are also displayed, indicating the wide selection of items and competitive pricing offered by the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kaufman's, a dry goods and notions store located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts two boys. The boy at the top of the card is standing on a tree branch, while the boy below him is positioned on the ground. The back of the card lists the items for sale: gloves and notions of all kinds.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The card is predominantly copper and green in color and features a boy playing a violin to a goose and a duck. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros. located on the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a young boy in a police uniform standing with two young Black children. The card is predominantly green and copper in color. The back of the card is blank. The trade card likely functioned as a promotional tool for the company, though it is unclear what type of goods or services the company sold.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., a clothing store located on the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The front of the card depicts two boys dressed in suits, with a dancing frog positioned between them. The card is colored in shades of copper and green, with the image primarily focused on the children and the frog. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., clothing merchants located at the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The card features two girls carrying a goose in a basket. The card is made with copper and green colors and is missing a corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating from around 1885, advertises Florsheim Bros., shoe merchants located in the McVicker's Theatre Building on Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an image of a woman in a black dress and hat adorned with red flowers. She is holding a bottle of Button's Raven Gloss shoe dressing. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, listing cities where Florsheim Bros. products could be purchased.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, wholesale and retail clothiers, located at 116, 118, 120, 122 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two children playing in the sand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises DeYoung & Bro., a jewelry store located at 704 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman sitting on a leaf, holding a fan. The text on the card states that the store sells watches, silverware, clocks, and toilet sets. They are also offering $250,000 in reductions. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for P. Fleischner & Co., clothiers, features a whimsical illustration of a cat dangling a string out of a window. A bug sits on the string below. The cat is shown knocking a kitten off of a table, which is depicted as a different scene on the back of the card. On the back of the card, several kittens are sleeping on a table, with a cat looking at a bug dangling from a string. The cat and kittens are depicted in sepia tones, adding a vintage feel to the image.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a ladies' and children's clothing merchant located at 9 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a girl's head in the center. Her dress has a pointed collar. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising G. Abrahamson's business, located at 110 Kearny Street, San Francisco, and 1117 Broadway, Oakland, California. The card depicts a boy in a tall hat and black waistcoat carrying a broken parasol. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business located at 520.526 Market Street and 21.25 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys. One boy is sitting at a table, seemingly trying to eat something, while the other boy is playing a musical instrument. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kast's Shoes, located at 738 & 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California, between Dupont and Kearny Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of three dressed children playing. The children are depicted in a setting with green and silver tones. The back of the card is blank. The card is one of two.

This trade card advertises Joseph Scherer, a dry goods and furniture merchant located at 149 & 151 S. Broadway, and 85 S. Broadway in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an image of a young girl in a flowing dress holding a yellow bird on her finger. The background is a solid gold color. The back of the card is filled with a detailed advertisement.

This trade card advertises Joseph Scherer, a furniture and furnishings retailer in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a girl holding a kitten. She is wearing a green dress. The background is gold. [Scherer's store was located at 149 & 151 S. Broadway and 85 S. Broadway.] The card is one of three in a set.

This trade card, printed in the late 19th century, advertises Joseph Scherer, a furniture dealer and dry goods merchant, who operated in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a girl dressed in a pink dress with her hand around a dog's head. The back of the card provides additional business information. The store's multiple addresses are listed as 149 & 151 South Broadway, as well as 85 South Broadway.

This trade card advertises I. Weinberg, a silk and dry goods retailer located at 149 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy riding in a horse-drawn wagon through a pastoral scene. The background includes lush greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Katzenberg, a boot and shoe dealer located at 463 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a young boy in a uniform playing a drum. He is wearing a red hat and red epaulettes, adding a festive touch to the scene. The text “Boots, Shoes, Slippers” is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for S. Katzenberg's business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenthal & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a delicate blue flower arrangement in a seashell. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for S. Rosenthal & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features an elegant design with light blue flowers arranged in a shell-like pattern. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiesenfeld & Schloss, a notions store located at 143 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a red rose and white bell flowers. The card also includes the store's address: 143 North Gay Street, 2 doors below Old Town Bank. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Theo. Rothschild, a feather dresser located at 513 W. Baltimore Street near Pine in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a woman in a Grecian-style dress carrying a vase, which may symbolize the process of dyeing, cleaning, or curling feathers. The front of the card prominently states, 'Feathers Dyed, Cleaned, Curled, A Specialty'. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This trade card advertises A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 N. Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card depicts a pastoral scene featuring a man riding in a horse-drawn wagon. In the foreground, gas fixtures, bronzes, and hanging lamps are prominently displayed. The front of the card is illustrated, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of M. Kleiner, located at 42 East Grand Street. The front of the card features a drawing of a young girl sitting at a table, sipping tea. She has a hat on her head. The card features the text 'HATS, CAPS, OIL CLOTH ETC.' above 'FANCY DRY GOODS'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Blankenstein's, a tobacco merchant with locations at 630 Eighth Avenue and the corner of Vesey Street and Church Street in New York City. The front of the card features a group of children looking up at a man holding a sign, which is too faded to be deciphered. The back of the card is blank. The card has a blue border. The card appears to be from the early 1900s, but the exact date is unknown.

This trade card for Ehrichs' Boot and Shoe Merchants, located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City, features a black boot-shaped card with a white cat inside. The back of the card depicts a woman in a dress and the store's advertisement.

This trade card for B. Bloch & Co. features a humorous illustration of a man in bed wearing pajamas, waiting for the fire alarm. The card indicates that the business is located at 174 Bridge Street. It also advertises a promotion: “Carfare paid on $2.00 Sale.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon & Nathan, a business offering ladies' and gents' furnishing goods and jewelry in Plattsmouth, Nebraska. The front of the card (Image 1) showcases a charming illustration depicting an oasis scene with Arabs, an ape, and children nearby. This imagery likely served as a decorative element rather than a direct reflection of the store's merchandise. The business's name, "Solomon & Nathan," is prominently displayed on the card. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Adler's dry goods and clothing store located at 43 West King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman trying on a shoe while a man stands behind a counter. Text on the card advertises suits, cloaks, dry goods, and notions. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 268 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a child fitting into overalls. The card features a small illustration of a child fitting into a pair of overalls. The illustration features the words 'S. Silverthau & Son, Jewelers' as well as the address '268 Chapel Street' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, located at 1022 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts six children dressed in Scottish attire, holding a flag. The image has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of six trade cards for J. Rothschild, a business located at 1022 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of this card features a boy and a girl holding a red and gold flag and waving it in the air. There is a red border on the card. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising J. Cohn's business located at 419 & 421 Broadway in Albany, New York. The card features a caricature of a Black woman looking out a window. It is one of four cards in a set. The card has a red background. Circa 1885. Found in Arc.MS.56, Volume 24, Page 5.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of J. Cohn, located at 419 & 421 Broadway, Albany, New York. The card depicts a caricature of a Black man looking out a window. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers. The front of the card depicts a man and a woman on a phone call. A father, looking anxious, watches on. [Max Stadler and Co. operated several locations. The trade card lists addresses in both Jersey City, New Jersey and New York, New York.] The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co. The card depicts a young boy riding a pony, with a man walking by his side. The illustration appears to be a duplicate of a previous design, with the same image appearing on the back of the card. Both sides of the card are blank, with no further information about the company provided.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, a dress goods store located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl and boy in a park-like setting. The girl is wearing a green hat with a bow, and the boy is holding a green flag. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of six trade cards for J. Rothschild, a retailer located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical illustration of a boy and a girl ice skating. They are wrapped in a flag, adding a patriotic touch to the scene. The front of the card is in color and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and his dog talking to a girl who is standing at a fence. The card has a green border with a white center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, a dress accessory retailer located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a girl and a boy holding a green, white, and red flag. The flag is a prominent feature of the card, suggesting a patriotic theme. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers. The front of the card features an illustration of three children on a sled. The back of the card warns consumers to beware of imitations and counterfeit products. It also indicates that the card was issued in 1897.

This is one of six trade cards, advertising J. Rothschild, a retailer of dress accessories located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl in uniform, wrapped in a flag. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros. located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a rooster and standing next to a girl who is holding a chicken. The background is a light blue color, and the text is in black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Miss E. Levy, a dealer in leather goods and fans, located at 1018 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a sprig of autumn leaves in the center and a white background. The front of the card displays the business name and address in a simple font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., a dry goods and millinery store located at 257-259 Nicollet Avenue, corner of Third Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a winter scene with a building in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., a dry goods store located at 257 & 259 Niolet Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a young woman with a brown hat, a red top, and a blue scarf. She is holding a fan, and a small white dog is standing in the background. The card advertises that the store sells dry goods, fancy goods, notions, and garments. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card for J. Dreyfus, a clothing merchant located at 475 Main Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, features a whimsical illustration of a girl who has fallen from a makeshift toy into the ocean. A boy precariously balances on a narrow ledge. The scene evokes a sense of childhood playfulness and adventure. The front of the card is the only side depicted.

This trade card advertises J. Dreyfus, a clothier located at 475 Main Street in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl in a white dress holding onto a tree branch, and a boy dressed in leaves kneeling in sand. The card is in a stylized Art Nouveau style. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Braunstein, a jeweler located at 121 Washington Street, Hoboken, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a baby with birthstones surrounding him. The back of the card contains an advertisement for birthstones and a poem. The card also includes an advertisement for Friedlander, dated 1903.

This trade card advertises E. Mittler, a clothier, hatter, and furnisher located at 130 West Federal Street in Youngstown, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman in a sepia blue outfit that resembles Arab garb. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the store, and mentions that Solomon Weinberger was a clerk at the store. [E. Mittler was a trustee of the first synagogue in Youngstown.]

This trade card advertises S. Frankenfield, a clothier located at 397 Main Street in the Opera House Block, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features two children sitting on a flowering branch. A butterfly flies above them. Flowers are pink, blue, and yellow. The butterfly is a pale blue and yellow.

This trade card advertises Max. Posnansky, a dry goods merchant located at 1268 & 1245 S. Broadway. [The address likely indicates two locations for the business.] The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat with a flag set against a backdrop of leaves and white beads. The design is minimalist and includes no text other than the address and the name of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Kaufman's, a fancy goods store located at 25 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl giving her doll a bath. The doll is seated in a porcelain bathtub, and the girl is holding a pitcher, while the doll's head is immersed in the water. The back of the card lists the store's inventory, which includes gloves, threads, ornaments, buttons, and other fancy goods.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a jeweler located at 319 Main Street, corner of Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a pair of owls perched on a flowering branch. Sailboats are visible in the distance, suggesting a coastal setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of Jonas Meyer, located at 421 Hamsher Street, Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a boy riding a donkey. The boy and donkey are positioned at a trough and there is water surrounding them. The boy is wearing a straw hat and his donkey is wearing a saddle and bridle. The card is printed in black and white with red lettering. The back of the card is blank. The card is dated 1881, but the date appears to be handwritten.

This trade card advertises Rice, Born & Co., a business located at 77, 79, and 81 Camp Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two mice riding a snail. The scene is rendered in shades of pink and sepia. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Gately's, a dry goods merchant located at 919 Main Street in Kansas City, Kansas. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, playing with puppies. The illustration is done in a blue sepia tone with some pink sepia accents, particularly in the girl's tall hat. The background features a gray color scheme. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located at the corner of South Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylishly dressed young woman seated in a chair, resting her head on her hands. She is wearing a yellow dress and a white collar, and her hair is styled in a fashionable way. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Chicago One-Price Clothing House in Seneca, Kansas. The front of the card depicts a boy feeding rabbits. The card's border features a design of intersecting lines, with a star at the center of each intersection. The card's text is enclosed within a rectangular frame, decorated with an embossed decorative border. [The business was managed by M.L. Rothschild.] The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises the Chicago One-Price Clothing House in Seneca, Kansas, with the manager, M. I. Rothschild. The illustration depicts a young girl trying to ride a dog with a red ribbon around its neck. Both figures are seated in a park-like setting with greenery and a fence in the background. The card is a single-sided image with no text on the reverse.

This trade card advertises Sunfield's Grocery Store, located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The card features a puzzle for children, inviting them to find hidden animals. The back of the card includes a full advertisement with prices.

This trade card advertises Sunfield's Grocery Store, located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The card's front features a puzzle: a hidden circus clown with animals. The back of the card contains an advertisement with prices for groceries.

This trade card advertises B. Sunfield & Co.'s grocery store located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The front of the card features a riddle or puzzle with an image of an old man hidden in a forest with animals. The back of the card has a full advertisement with prices listed. The card states the business 'speaks German and French.'

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers with multiple locations in New York City and Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a caricature of Black children with a broken horse-drawn seat. This imagery is problematic and reflects the racist attitudes prevalent during the time period. The illustration's style is consistent with late 19th-century printmaking techniques. Below the illustration, the card lists the business's addresses: 619 & 621 Eighth Ave. cor. 40th St.; Branch of Broadway cor. Prince; and 42 and 44 Newark Ave. The back of the card features a full advertisement; the text is too small to fully transcribe.

This trade card advertises the Vienna Delicatessen, owned by A. Levi. It features an illustration of a frog shooting frogs out of a cannon, creating a whimsical and humorous scene. The card's design is done in red and sepia tones. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. Holtzmann, a clothing store located at the corner of State and Ferry Streets in Schenectady, New York. The front of the card features an elegant illustration of a woman sitting in a wooded setting. She is dressed in a long gown and appears to be gazing into the distance. The card has a decorative border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including its location and hours. [The Holtzmann family of Schenectady was actively involved in Jewish community affairs.]

Trade card advertising Greensfelder, Florsheim & Co., circa 1885. The card depicts a boy in a red shirt giving a speech to a teacher seated in a chair. The reverse of the card features a full advertisement. This item is part of the Judaica Americana collection.

This trade card advertises the clothing store, Jalonack, located at 8 West Railroad Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a flag and standing beside an American eagle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. L. Mayer, a hatter and furrier located on Broadway in Fargo, North Dakota. The card features a whimsical illustration of three polar bears sitting around a table. Each bear is smoking a pipe and eating a meal. The card is likely a visual metaphor for the warmth and comfort of the hats and furs sold by C. L. Mayer, who specializes in 'gents furnishings.'

This trade card advertises Yondorf Bros., clothiers in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a child sliding down a railing. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains the business address: N.E. corner North Ave. & Larrabee St. and the Corner Blue Island Ave. & 14th Street. [The Yondorf brothers, August and Charles, were members of the prominent Sinai Congregation on Chicago's South Side. They also were members of some of the city's elite Jewish clubs. In 1872, they entered business together, starting the Yondorf Brothers clothing store. By 1887, the year the Yondorf Block and Hall was constructed, the brothers owned two stores. One was located on Blue Island Avenue on the Lower West Side of the city and the other at Larrabee and North in the heart of Chicago's German-American shopping district.]

This trade card features a raised design of children dancing in the Swiss Alps. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card has the words 'Rosenbloom Bros., Clothiers' printed at the top. The bottom of the card reads 'Syracuse, N.Y.', printed on the back of the card. The card is in good condition, though there are a few creases. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for R.H. Macy & Co. features a charming illustration of a Dutch boy holding a large umbrella. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of Dutch heritage and craftsmanship, possibly alluding to the store's extensive selection of goods. The text on the card is minimal, primarily featuring the R.H. Macy & Co. logo. The back of the card is blank. This card is one of two in this record. The second image also features a Dutch boy with an umbrella, but with slightly different details in the illustration. The background and coloring are similar. The back of this second card is also blank.

This trade card advertises Fred. Brischke, a clothier in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a stylized fan design with the business name and address, '3 EGBERT'S BLOCK, REMSEN STREET.' in the center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a clothing store located at 113 & 115 North 8th Street and 733 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl standing on a large snowball. The girl is dressed in a dark coat with a white collar and a white bonnet. She is holding a small package. The image appears to be part of a larger illustration, as only the girl's lower half and the snowball are visible. There is no text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Loeb & Co., clothiers located at 2137 Archer Avenue. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a jester and a dog sitting at a table with a large bowl of jam. Both are eating the jam with gusto. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Kayser, a hatter located at No. 10 Sputh Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an interesting illustration of two vegetable-like figures. A large cauliflower and a large bean with a face are standing on a giant foot with a shoe. A fly is hovering above them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Leiter Bros., a jewelry store located at 52 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of an owl perched on a post. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children reading. The design appears raised, lending a unique texture. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frederick Stein, a bookseller and stationer, located on State Street in New London, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a majestic eagle perched on a log in a forest setting. The eagle is looking towards the right. There is a small tree in the background to the left of the eagle. The front of the card has a blue border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frederick Stein, a bookseller and blank book manufacturer located on State Street, New London, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of two children, one of whom is carrying a book. The card has a red border and a small amount of text. The front of the card indicates that the business is a 'Blank Book Manufacturer. Book Seller'. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing store located at 303 & 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a woman holding a basket filled with flowers. She is wearing a long, flowing dress with lace trim and a delicate flower in her hair. The image is framed with a black border and a white text box that includes the store's name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Schipper & Block, located in the Woolner Building in Peoria, Illinois. The front of the card features an image of a bowl with two plates and two pink roses, suggestive of a home goods store. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business. [The firm may have been a dry goods and furniture establishment, considering its association with the Woolner Building, a furniture emporium.]

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a boy wearing a blue suit, standing in front of a brick wall with a raven perched on top. The card's background is pale green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosengold's, an optical instrument store located at 461 Fulton Street, near Fifth Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with a sepia tone. The back of the card lists the locations of fire alarms in the city and includes a small advertisement for a manufacturing company. The back is in a different font and is printed with different colored ink. This card appears to be a standard size trade card.

This is one of two trade cards for H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman in a blue harem-style dress standing on a turquoise leaf. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons, jewelers located at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a woman in a yellow harem-style dress standing on a stylized, topaz-shaped leaf. The front of the card is dominated by the image of the woman; the business name and address are at the bottom. The reverse is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Lowenstein, a house furnishings store located at 683 8th Avenue, near the corner of 43rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of four bunnies looking up at an owl perched in a moonlit sky. The bunnies are standing on a topaz-colored leaf. The card is printed in brown sepia tones. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein's, clothing merchants located at the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, under the New York Savings Bank. The front of the card depicts a mother bird in a nest with four baby birds. The nest is surrounded by flowers in shades of blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a roller skate retailer located in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of people rollerskating in a building labeled 'Music Hall'. A man trips over another skater, sending his hat flying. A header on the card advertises 'Saul's Roller Skates'. The back of the card contains advertising text, including the copyright date of 1883 and card number 445.

This trade card advertises Lowenstein & Serphos, a clothing store located at 14 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman holding a basket of blue flowers. The text on the front of the card states that the business is located 'Opposite Taylor Opera House.' The back of the card includes a full advertisement for men's and boys' clothing.

This trade card for B. J. Potsdamer, a furrier located at 732 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features an illustration of a polar bear attacking a seal. The front of the card also includes a poem advertising Potsdamer's services. The back of the card provides further advertising information. The back also features an image of a woman standing in front of a coat, with the inscription “B. J. Potsdamer, Fashionable Furs & Fur Trimmings, 732 Arch Street.”

This trade card advertises the clothing store of J. Meyers, located at 157 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a man with a musical instrument in his mouth, holding a hat in his hand, The hat has fallen to the floor. There is no text on the card. The back of the card is blank. The card is from the 1880s.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross's business, Marble Hall, located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a decorative design with red and pink roses and a large anchor. Daisies and blue flowers are depicted at the bottom. The address, 336 & 338 River and 13, 15, & 17th St., is printed on the card. The back of the card contains information about Congregation Beth Shalom, founded in 1857, including the Rabbi's name, address, officers, and board of trustees. Marks Gross is listed as a trustee.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a child sitting in a fancy chair. The child is dressed in a striped dress with a red hat and is smoking. The child has a feather in her hat, a white collar, and white cuffs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple illustration of two dogs playing. One dog is attached to a post. There is no text on the card other than the address and the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Traugott & Goldman's Bon Ton Millinery Store, located at 436 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young woman standing in the water with a sailboat in the background. She is wearing a large, straw hat. The back of the card is blank, although the description notes that the full advertisement appears there.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co. located at 440 Washington Street. The front of the card features a illustration of a race off Fort Independence in Boston Harbor. Several sailboats are depicted, along with larger ships in the distance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum's, a clothing store located at 702 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a house situated in a wooded scene. Two people are depicted talking in the foreground. The back of the card is blank. The trade card is printed on a cream colored cardstock, with black ink.

This trade card advertises M. H. Moses & Co., a meat market located at 208 East 120th Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a tranquil stream with a wagon parked near a tree. The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement for the business. The card is in a landscape orientation, with the stream and trees filling most of the image. The text is in black against a white background.

This trade card advertises J.W. Davidson & Co., importers of foreign and domestic dry goods, located at 101 & 103 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a playful illustration of four young ladies playing blind man's bluff. The scene is set against a gold background. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco. The card features a unique illustration of a boy holding a paintbrush in front of a large bird perched on a red pillow. The front of the card is designed with a red and black border, while the back features a full advertisement for summer fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a small house with snow on the roof and red roses in front. The back of the card is blank, but the front provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a small lighthouse with red roses growing at its base. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists an address in Portland, Oregon, at 147 First Street. The front of the card depicts four individuals standing outside of a church in a wintry setting. It is unclear if there is a building in the background. There are trees in the background and a street with a street lamp. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Weitz & Co. located at 143 Post Street near Dupont in San Francisco, California. The card features a young boy wearing a brown hat and holding a rose. He is standing in front of a large potted plant, which appears to be a Tamarind tree. Blue flowers are depicted on the ground. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lebenbaum Bros., importers and exporters, located at 215 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a woman rowing a boat on a body of water. The style of the illustration suggests it's likely from the late 19th century. The business name, Lebenbaum Brothers, is prominently displayed in a stylized script. The back of the card includes additional information noting that the business was taken over in 1902 by Goldberg, Bowen & Co. The back of the card is not entirely blank; it contains information about a business transition.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street and 10 & 12 Dupont Street, in San Francisco, California. The card features two young ladies pushing a baby stroller. The card has a blue and gold color scheme.

Trade card advertising Goldstein & Cohn, located at 822 Market Street, Phelan Building, San Francisco, California. The card depicts a woman in a bonnet and gloves standing in a flower bed. The reverse side features a full advertisement announcing a grand opening and the distribution of 2000 glove boxes. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Goldstein & Cohn, importers of human hair, located at 822 Market Street, Phelan Building, San Francisco, California. The card features an illustration of a baby and includes details about a grand opening promotion. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Cohnreich Bros., clothing merchants located at 840 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young woman in a blue dress and bonnet touching a white parrot on a stand. She is shown standing in front of a large storefront, which is adorned with the Cohnreich Bros. signage and showcases a variety of clothing items. The background is a busy street scene, with other buildings and pedestrians in the distance.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a clothier in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man holding an advertisement for the store. The advertisement shows the store's location: The northeast corner of Kearny Street and the northeast corner of Montgomery and Bush Streets. The card is sepia-toned. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of S. Bine, a retailer of laces, embroideries, and fancy goods. The card features a terrier dog standing on its hind legs with its paws crossed. The dog is holding an advertisement in its mouth, which promotes S. Bine's business. The back of the card features an advertisement for S. Bine's business. It includes the store's address: 130 Kearny Street, near Sutter, San Francisco, California. It also lists S. Bine's New York office address: 101 Franklin Street, New York. [S. Bine was previously in business with Lazarus Kline and Julius Kahn.]

This is the third of three trade cards for Rosenthal's clothing store in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts two dogs chasing each other in a rural setting. The text at the top of the card lists multiple addresses, including 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kahn & Sons, located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California, features a decorative floral design with red and yellow roses. The back of the card is blank. The card has a yellow border.

This trade card advertises S. J. Nathan & Co., a clothing store located at 301, 303, 305 K Street N. E. Corner Third in Sacramento, California. [The company also had a wholesale location at 29 Battery Street in New York City.] The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of five children attempting to remove apples from a boy's basket. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the company's New York factory located at 78 Reade Street and mentions L. Phillips as a salesman working in both New York and San Francisco.

This trade card advertises J. M. Wiedmann, a dealer in candy and nuts located at 419 K Street, Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a cat playing with a ball of yarn. Pink flowers are depicted around the cat, which sits on a red-colored platform. The word 'DEALER' is written in bold on the card, with 'IN CANDY AND NUTS' written beneath. There is also a decorative border around the card. 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 Hyman Brothers, a clothing store in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue dress and bonnet. Her hat is decorated with red and yellow accents, and she wears gold gloves. The card is in good condition. The back of the card is blank. [The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.]

This trade card for Levy's, a clothing merchant in San Jose, California, features a horseshoe with a red rose on it. The address, First Street, is printed in a smaller font beneath. The card is likely from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising The Elite Bazar, owned by Louis Seligman, in Visalia, California. The card depicts a cat playing a fiddle from a barrel and four kittens dancing. The reverse side features a full advertisement for gold, silver, optical goods, diamonds, and watches. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises A. J. Jacobs & Co., a shoe store located at 1001 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a brown and white dog resting on a beach with its paw on a log. The dog is looking towards the right, The text, 'Ladies and Gents Fine Shoes' is on the card in a red banner. The background is a beach scene with sand and water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, a dry goods merchant located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features an image of a mother and a young girl sitting on a park bench. The mother wears a blue dress, and the young girl wears a pink dress. The background is a shaded area of the park. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sam Isaacs & Bros., a dry goods store located on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in blue and pink clothing holding an open purse. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. This is one of two cards in the record. The other card is very similar in style, but depicts a different baby in the same pose. It is also a full-color illustration with a red border. The card is part of a collection of trade cards donated by a Judaica Americana collector. The card is part of a volume containing numerous other trade cards.

This trade card advertises G. Politz, Capitol Clothing House located at the Southeast corner of Sixth and K Street in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a dog looking alike, both with a green jacket. The back of the card has a text about a confirmation ceremony for Jonas, the son of G. Politz. Jonas, a young lad, chanted a Hebrew text and delivered an address at the synagogue.

Trade card advertising the general merchandise business of I. Weill in Lompoc, California. The card depicts two girls, one with a pink parasol and the other with a white parasol and blue sash. A bird is perched on one girl's hand. The reverse side contains the full advertisement. The card is undated, but is estimated to be circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Sam Isaacs & Bros., dry goods merchants located on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. The card features a charming illustration of a child dressed in blue holding something in its hands. The background includes a house and a picket fence, suggesting a homey and welcoming atmosphere. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, listing all the products offered by Sam Isaacs & Bros..

This trade card advertises Mathis & Feldmann, a dry-goods store located at 1600 & 1602 Carondelet Ave., corner of Carroll St., in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a woman standing in a red room. She is holding a white cloth in her hand, likely representing a piece of fabric for sale. The background features a more detailed image of the interior of the store, with clothing displays, furniture, and a window. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

Trade card advertising S. & G. Gump, purveyors of artists' materials and frames, located at 184 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features images of artistic materials and frames. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises L.B. Weil, successor to Weil Bros., located at 354 Larimer Street, Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children playing on a gold background. There is a red kitten sitting on a chair. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for A. Herman, a clothier, is circular in shape and features a humorous image of eggs in shoes. The card also includes the address 738.7TH. ST. N. W. The card features a round illustration of a pair of black boots with eggs in the shoes. The card is printed in black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Mathis & Feldmann, a dry goods store located at 1600 & 1602 Carondelet Ave., corner of Carroll Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a playful scene of a boy throwing water over a wall and hitting a man. The man is wearing a striped suit. The boy is standing behind a fence and holding a pitcher. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises Arthur Kohn, a clothing merchant located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration: a duck holding a sign reading "Bill of Dispute," with a cook wielding a knife below. This imagery likely alludes to a humorous situation related to clothing purchases or disputes. The illustration style is characteristic of late 19th-century advertising. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards for Arthur Kohn, a clothing store located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a black bird perched on a red pillow. A young boy is standing in front of an easel, wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Emanuel & Co., a dry goods store located at 1204 Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a drawing of a boy wearing a large straw hat, seated on the ground. He appears to be wearing a long white shirt. The image is partially obscured by text on the front of the card. The card may be one of a set, but only the first card is present in this record.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Cooper, dry goods merchants located at the corner of Fourth and L Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an image of a baby holding a doll and colored shells above. [Goldsmith and Cooper were both early Jewish families in Portland, Oregon.] The back of the card features a full advertisement in the form of a pallet, showcasing the variety of goods they sold.

Trade card advertising the general merchandise business of A. Goldsmith in Eugene, Oregon. The card depicts a girl catching a whale and advertises glassware, groceries, furs, hides, and seeds. The reverse includes an obituary for Aaron Goldsmith, who died in Eugene, Oregon in November 1915. He was a pioneer merchant who emigrated from Alsace-Lorraine in 1843 and settled in Eugene in 1856.

This trade card, one of two in this record, advertises S. & G. Gump, picture frame makers located at 184 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an elaborate floral design with red roses and blue flowers, framed by a gold border. The text on the card advertises frames, materials, and other services. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry W. Meyer, a clothier located at the southwest corner of 9th Street and Lafayette Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, holding roses. The boy wears a dark coat and trousers, and the girl wears a white dress and a dark bow. The children are situated in front of a flower-covered arbor. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Emanuel, a dry goods merchant located at 1204 South Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card features a beautiful yellow rose with a robin perched on its stem. A farm is depicted in the background, highlighting the rural setting. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the general merchandise business of A. Goldsmith in Eugene, Oregon. The card depicts a girl playing with a bug caught in a web. The reverse side displays a full advertisement for glassware, groceries, furs, hides, seeds, etc. The card is circa 1885. An obituary for Aaron Goldsmith is included in the archival description, noting his death in Eugene, Oregon in November 1915.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., a clothing retailer located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street, in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in a basket, accompanied by two dogs. The background is a simple, decorative pattern. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, advertising boys' and papas' suits and overcoats.

This trade card advertises Mrs. J. Simon, a hairdresser located at 80 North Avenue, Rochester, New York. The card features a simple design with a sprig of white flowers and two red flowers in the corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Co., interior decorators in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card depicts a colonial woman leaning out a window and holding a flower. She is looking directly at the viewer. The background is yellow and white. The card advertises carpets, curtains, and shades. [J. Goldsmith of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was Jewish and was killed in action (KIA) during the Civil War.]

This trade card advertises S. Levi & Co., a clothing and dry goods store in Amsterdam, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of two dogs situated in the center of the card. Flowers are depicted above and below the dogs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two boys sharing an umbrella while sitting on a tree stump. The scene is set in front of a large building that could be a store. The text on the card indicates that the business is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises R. Frauenthal, a dry goods merchant located at 29 S. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a large portrait of a young woman wearing a white feathered hat. She is depicted in a formal, elegant manner, likely intended to convey the quality and refinement of Frauenthal's merchandise. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative border and includes a small illustration of a man in a suit and holding a cane, possibly indicating the availability of clothing and accessories for men. The back of the card is not visible in the scan.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a scene of Afghan warriors riding on elephants. One warrior walks beside the elephant. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Jacobs, a clothier located at 55 & 57 Avenue A, corner of 4th Street, in New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a green dress dancing with a doll. The background features a leafy floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bach & Friedman, tailors, located next door to the M.E.N. Bank in Muscatine, Iowa. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a tailor and a customer sitting on a workbench. The customer, dressed in green, appears to be waiting for his trousers. A speech bubble above him reads, "They are English you know." The illustration is done in a style common to the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frauenthal Bros., clothing and dry goods merchants located at 25 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The card features three monkeys, one wearing a shoe, another with a hat, and a third in blue clothing. The monkeys are all holding sticks, creating a whimsical and playful scene. The design of the card is simple, featuring only a black and white image with minimal text. This card is one of three. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Frauenthal Bros. features a humorous illustration of three monkeys dressed in clothing. One monkey wears a pink boot and a blue hat. Another monkey stands on a stool, and the third monkey wears a pair of men's trousers in blue and blue slippers. The image may be intended as a caricature of Black people. The card appears to be part of a set of three.

Trade card advertising Frauenthal Bros. in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, circa 1885. The card features a caricature of two monkeys; one in a black and red shoe, and one smoking a pipe on a stool; and one monkey dressed in a skirt holding a green pot.

This trade card advertises the dressmaking services of Mrs. A. Berg, located at 183 Georgia Street in Vallejo, California. The front of the card depicts two young girls, one in a blue dress and the other in a white dress with a pink sash. The card is similar in design to a trade card for Leah Berg.

This trade card advertises the dressmaking business of Mrs. A. Berg located at 183 Georgia Street, Vallejo, California. [It is likely that Mrs. A. Berg was Leah Berg.] The front of the card features two girls, one in a long blue cloak and another in a brown outfit. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Grumme & Klippenstein's West End Furniture Rooms in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a simple line drawing of a stick figure, possibly a caricature, in a green waistcoat and black tights. The figure's attire and style are reminiscent of 19th-century illustrations. Below the illustration, the business name and address are prominently displayed: GRUMME & KLIPPENSTEIN, 218 TO 222 WEST WATER STREET. The back of the card is blank. The inclusion of a caricature of a Black man in the image warrants attention, as it reflects the racial biases of the time period and may be considered offensive.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Crawford, a clothing store located at 240 Main Street in Stockton, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue and pink outfit, holding a mail pouch and a letter as if delivering mail. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Levison, a dry goods and fancy goods store located at 323 Montgomery Street and 733 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a woman in a stylish French costume, wearing a black flowered hat. She stands on a floral-patterned rug with a large vase of flowers in the background. There are also two men, a waiter and a customer, depicted in the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for H. Levison's business.

This trade card advertises M. Jacob, a clothier located at 645 Broadway, between 6th and 7th streets, Oakland, California. The card features a bell-shaped design with a beautiful floral border of roses. The main image is a charming village scene featuring small buildings and a path leading to a distant mountain. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Jacob, a clothier located at 645 Broadway, between 6th and 7th Streets, in Oakland, California. The card features a stylized bell-shaped design with a village scene. It showcases red and blue flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kast's, a clothing store located at 738 & 740 Market Street, between Dupont and Kearny, San Francisco, California. The card features a green background with two boys playing war, a girl, and a dog. The card is printed with gold ink.

This trade card advertises the millinery business of J.C. Meussdorffer & Son, located at 810 Market Street in the Phelan Building, San Francisco. The front of the card features a charming illustration of ducks wearing umbrellas and playing in a park under a light rain. The back of the card provides additional details about the business, indicating it is a wholesale and retail millinery. The card is printed on a white background with black ink.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises the clothing store Kohn & Lippitt, located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child wearing a blue dress, a red sash, and oversized gloves. The child also wears a top hat and carries a toy or bag. The back of the card provides further information about the store.

This trade card advertises Kohn & Lippitt, clothiers and hatters, located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a toddler in a yellow print dress, wearing a large red scarf. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street. The front of the card depicts a cherub perched on the back of an insect, against a background of red, sepia, and green. The back of the card contains a full advertisement outlining the business's rules.

This trade card advertises S. A. Hebrew's drugstore in Rockport, Kansas. The front of the card depicts a biblical scene with three women listening to a man reading. The back of the card features an advertisement for a cough medicine for the treatment of coughs, sore throats, and other ailments. This card is one of two that were part of this record.

This is one of two trade cards in the record. The front of the card depicts a husband and wife in their nightclothes sitting up in bed, reading about Ayer's Sarsaparilla. The illustration is likely meant to suggest the restorative qualities of the medicine. The style is characteristic of late 19th-century advertising. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Ayer's Sarsaparilla.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features two girls standing under an umbrella. The text on the front of the card indicates the store's location is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises L. S. Plaut & Co., a store located at 715 & 719 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a black woman holding a baby while standing next to a fence. The woman is wearing a straw hat and a white apron. The text on the card indicates the store sold shoes, hosiery, gloves, and fancy goods. The image uses a caricature style to depict the woman and may be an example of racist imagery. [The back of the card is blank].

This trade card advertises Jacob Wiener's clothing and furnishing store, located at 9 N. Hanover St. in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a sun hat, hoeing a garden. A sprinkler can sits next to her. The card has a green border. [No additional information is available on the back of the card.]

This trade card advertises the clothing store Max Stadler & Co. in New York City. The front of the card features a large, colorful illustration of Santa Claus riding in a sleigh pulled by reindeer. The illustration is festive and includes a depiction of the company's storefront. There is a large amount of text surrounding the illustration on the front of the card, with a bold headline reading: 'Holiday Sale!' The back of the card is blank. The card lists two addresses for the business: 565.567 Broadway, Corner Prince [presumably Prince Street], and 619.621 Eighth Ave., Cor. 40th [presumably 40th Street].

This trade card advertises Louis Bock, a dealer in fine groceries located at 652 Sixth Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts two children interacting with a mouse and a cat. The mouse is perched on a stack of books, while the cat sits on a pillow. The girl in the illustration is holding a doll. The back of the card has a full advertisement for a holiday sale. The card is likely from the 1880s.

This trade card advertises M. I. Frank's Clothing House in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a humorous scene of two children, one a boy and one a girl, playing barber. The boy is wearing a striped shirt, a red bow tie, and holding a pair of scissors. The girl wears a pink dress and a white apron. She appears to be shaving the boy's hair with a straight razor. The background is a yellow brick wall. The business address, 52 State Street, is prominently displayed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street, corner of Division Street, Albany, New York. The card features a humorous illustration of a man talking on the phone with a parrot on the other end. The parrot wears a cap and holds a newspaper. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for M. I. Frank's clothing store in Albany, New York, features a whimsical illustration of anthropomorphic frogs and dogs dressed in clothing and interacting on a city street. The style is cartoonish and lighthearted. The card includes an address: 52 State St. The back of the card is blank. [Moses I. Frank ran a clothing store in Albany during this period, as evidenced by his presence in various Albany City Directories. His father, variously listed as Leidon Frank, Leiden Frank, and Isadore Frank in census records, was also a dry goods merchant. Moses I. Frank was born in Germany.]

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of S. Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a glass bowl with pink and white flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This folded trade card advertises Tobin's 'Xmas' Card Bazaar located at 216 Sixth Avenue above 14th Street and 299 Broadway near Duane Street in New York. The front of the card features two gentlemen on one side and two ladies on the other. The inside of the card contains a full advertisement for art souvenirs and Christmas cards. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Schneider & Bro., clothiers located at the Northeast Corner of the Public Square in Sherman, Texas. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young girl and two sailors in blue and orange. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Levi Weinberger's clothing store located at 162 Lexington Avenue, New York. The card features a young girl holding a cat. The card is die-cut into the shape of a circle, making it an especially decorative example.

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, clothiers located at 249 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy pushing a girl on a swing. The girl is wearing a red dress and holding onto the swing's ropes. The boy is wearing a blue suit and a straw hat. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including the phrase 'Credit Confidential.'

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, clothiers located at 249 Market Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a man and a woman dressed in colonial-style clothing. The illustration is likely intended to evoke a sense of tradition and quality. The style suggests the card dates from the late 19th century. The back of the card features a full advertisement, but the details are described as 'Credit Confidential' suggesting that the specifics of their credit offerings were only available upon request.

This trade card advertises Rosengold's, located at 461 Fulton Street, near Fifth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a stream flowing past a house in the woods. The card features the image in brown and sepia tones. The back of the card includes a detailed advertisement for Rosengold's business and a list of fire alarm locations.

This trade card advertises Perlmutter, a clothing store located at 62 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a ship with a man on the mast. The image is colorful, with the ship highlighted in red. The background features a blue sky and white clouds. The back of the card has a full advertisement, but it is not clear what the text reads. The text is written in English. The advertises that the store carries clothing for misses and girls.

This trade card advertises L. S. Plaut & Co., a dry and fancy goods store located at 707 to 721 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of two kittens in a hammock. One kitten is gray, and the other is black. The back of the card has a full advertisement for dry and fancy goods. [L.S. Plaut & Co. was founded in the 1870s. It was a major Jewish-owned department store.]

This trade card advertises Loeb & Co. in Chicago, Illinois. It features a winter scene with a farmhouse, a rose and a bud in the foreground, and a row of trees. There is no additional description or information on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's general store located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a simple image of a dogwood flower. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card, likely from around 1885, advertises Fleischner's clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a New Year's greeting illustration of a boy flying on a large red kite. The kite has a large, black number “1” with a smaller “9” on the bottom. The boy is wearing a black and white cap and a long, black coat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., a kid glove manufacturer located at 108, 110, 112, & 114 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a fish swimming in a tank. On the left side of the card are the words 'Marco Kid Gloves'. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Stone, a clothier located at 131 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two women in Japanese costumes. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three rabbits munching on a pipe, with a blue bird perched on the top. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a clothier located at 163 State Street, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a man sitting at a desk writing with papers scattered about. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at 163 State Street in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a woman sitting on a chair, possibly writing a letter. The illustration is done in gold, red, and sepia tones, with the figure against a lighter colored background. The back of the card is a full advertisement. The card is one of two cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Joseph Jacobs, a clothier located at 83 Chatham Street, New York. The front of the card features a scene at a zoo, with a girl in a blue dress with a ribbon in her hair standing in front of a large animal enclosure. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Joseph Jacobs, a clothier located at 83 Chatham Street, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children playing croquet in a park-like setting. A dog is chasing ducks, adding a playful touch to the scene. A girl in a red dress, a girl in a yellow dress, and a boy in a blue jacket are depicted. The background includes trees and greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Brooks & Spiegel, furniture dealers. The front of the card is in the shape of a tambourine. A woman in a blue dress with pink flowers in the background is featured. The back of the card displays a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Jos. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 S. Pearl St. in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an elaborate design of a stylized arm holding a bouquet of roses. The arm appears to be wearing a bracelet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. F. Hirsh, a cloak and suit manufacturer located at 4 E. Market Street, York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of white and pink roses. The card also mentions that the business specializes in Fall and Winter coats. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises Rosengold's, a business located at 461 Fulton Street, near Fifth Street, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a girl wearing a pink hat and a white dress. She stands near the corner of a building that is partially visible in the illustration. The back of the card provides a list of fire alarms.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi's clothing store in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a young girl in a pink dress holding a dog wearing a white collar. The text 'Headquarters for Ready-Made Clothing, Bargains' is prominently displayed, along with the address: 652 Penn St. The back of the card (Image 2) contains a full advertisement, though the details are not visible in the provided image. [Solomon Levi was buried in the Jewish Cemetery. His first wife, Amelia nee Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at age 32. She was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt., Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son (about 9 years old), and a daughter (about 6 years old). The 1880 census indicates that Hannah Sondheim was Amelia's sister. Hannah married her widowed brother-in-law, Solomon, after Amelia's death, and they had a son, Abraham, in 1886.]

This trade card advertises M. J. Strauss' millinery shop located at the corner of Fulton and 4th Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of yellow and white daisies. The back of the card includes an advertisement for bonnets and round hats. The card is printed in black and white with a border.

This trade card, issued on January 1, 1899, advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers in New York City. The front of the card depicts a young woman wearing a red hat and matching sleeves, a gold dress, and sitting on a bench. A blue bird with a flower in its mouth flies above her. The background is a peach color. The back of the card features the company's advertising message.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a decorative arrangement of Easter lilies. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Fleischmann's Yeast, a product that was marketed as a healthy and convenient way to make bread at home.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a boot and shoe store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a cart filled with blue and white flowers, presumably being delivered to a building labeled 'Post Office Building'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D.F. Hirsh, a millinery and coat store located at 4 E. Market St., York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose in a prominent position. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul's men's clothing store located at 324 and 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting next to a piglet, holding an advertisement. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is fully covered with an advertisement that lists six reasons to buy Julius Saul's garments. [The donor notes indicate that Julius Saul was active in Jewish affairs and served as a trustee for the Hebrew Benevolent Society, founded in 1850. The back of the card also includes information about the society's officers and members.]

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned photograph of a baby wearing black clothing, with a finger in their mouth. This trade card is the third of a three-part set. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card is designed with a sepia-toned illustration of a baby's head resting on a pillow. The card appears to be one of a set of three. The front of the card features a black and white sepia-toned image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a cartoonish illustration of a boy in a green jacket and a dog that looks like him. They are both depicted in a comical pose with funny facial expressions. The image appears to be incomplete. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. J. Goldstein, a clothier in Bath, Maine. The front of the card depicts a girl in a Scottish costume leaning against a wall. The card is printed in sepia tones with red, green, and pink accents. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the clothing business of S. J. Goldstein in Bath, Maine. The card depicts a woman in Scottish costume. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing and dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 24th Street, New York. The front of the card features a small kitten wearing a shoe. The back of the card has a full advertisement featuring two well-dressed women. The back opens up to reveal a full advertisement size, though the card itself is half the size of the shoe advertisement.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Cohen Bros. in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a blue and white dress wearing a bonnet with a plaid sash. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Cohen Bros., located in Gloversville, New York, features a young woman wearing a large bow in her hair. The card is visually centered on her face, which is the main subject. The woman is standing in the front of the card and her body is facing forward, though she is looking towards the left. The background of the card depicts a stylized flower with a red, orange, and green color scheme. The woman has a spaniel in her arms, and her eyes resemble the dog's, adding a playful and slightly humorous element to the scene. There are two more trade cards in this record, but they are not described here.

This trade card advertises Max Sinsheimer's feather cleaning and curling business, located at 316 River Street, Troy, New York. The card features an image of pink, white, and purple flowers blooming on a branch. The description of Sinsheimer's services is printed on the front of the card. [Max Sinsheimer was buried in the Berith Sholom Cemetery in Troy, New York.]

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a woman wearing a blue plaid dress. She has a dog-like creature beside her. The illustration has a humorous, almost whimsical style, creating a lighthearted atmosphere for the advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. Reizenstein, a ceramics merchant located at 152 & 154 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young boy dressed as a knight riding a pony, flanked by four other children dressed as soldiers. The boys wear colonial-era clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, the Palace Block Clothing House, located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, dark animal holding a smaller animal. In the background, a policeman with a club holds a child. The text on the card advertises winter suits and overcoats for sale. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a simple design, printed in shadow. The front reads: 'PALACE BLOCK CLOTHING HOUSE'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a well-dressed young girl holding a folded piece of paper, potentially a clothing catalog, and the background is a green, park-like setting. The image evokes a sense of quality and sophistication, suggesting that Rosenbloom's offered fashionable and well-made garments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Finks, a clothier in Wenona, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a salesman standing with a jockey holding a riding crop. The background includes buildings. The card is likely one of a pair. The back of the card (not shown) contains an advertisement for men's and boys' clothing, hats, caps, and furnishings.

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., a clothing store in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The card is three-sided with two advertising sections. One side of the card features a store advertisement for a full line of clothing. The other side advertises hats, caps, and furnishings. [The back of the card is also filled with an advertisement.]

This trade card advertises Solomon Finks, a hatter in Wenona, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a salesman holding a large hat over a boy's head. The boy looks slightly uncomfortable as the hat is clearly too big for him. The salesman looks pleased. The illustration suggests the salesman is trying to sell a large hat to a young boy. The back of the card is a full advertisement, advertising men's and boys' hats, caps, and furnishings.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of elves playing with a butterfly. The card is a vertical layout with the image at the top and text at the bottom. The back of the card is full of advertisements.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young woman dressed in red. Her face is framed by a circular floral design, adding an element of sophistication to the image. The back of the card is fully printed with additional advertisements.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of Samuel Meyers, located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two young women standing under a large umbrella, their attire and the umbrella itself a deep brown in color. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business, though this is not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of a young woman in a brown dress. Her face is surrounded by a circular frame of flowers. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 23 & 25 Fourth Street and 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a large hound dog with its paws resting on a fence. A smaller dog is peeking over the fence, with only its head visible. The background is not depicted. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Ulrich & Kahn, located at 232 Main Street in Winsted, Connecticut, is shaped like a tambourine. A woman is depicted at the center of the card wearing a brooch around her neck. The card's back includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the C.B.D. Clothing House owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a man being measured for clothes by a tailor. Both men have amusing mustaches. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for David Mayer, a diamond merchant located at 319 Main Street, corner of Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card features an Art Deco design and depicts a cherub riding a turtle. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a diamond merchant in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two children looking into a storefront window. The window display appears to be a chaotic jumble of merchandise. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Mayer, a diamond merchant in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a scene from Don Quixote, with Don Quixote riding his donkey towards a distant castle. A child leads the donkey. This card is one of two that are part of the same record, with the other card not being described.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer with two locations in New York City: Eighth Avenue corner 10th Street and Broadway corner Grand Street. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two kittens on toboggans, sliding up and down a hill. The card has a bright red border. The back of the card is fully devoted to advertising.

This trade card advertises Hays & Solomon's One Price Clothing Hall, located on O Street between 11th and 12th Streets in Lincoln, Nebraska. The front of the card features two well-dressed boys standing on a gold background. Both boys wear brown suits and caps, with one holding a book or a rolled piece of paper in his hand. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. This card was printed by J. W. Rosenthal & Co., a printing company.

This trade card advertises B. Frank Hart, a boot and shoe dealer located at 81 W. Fourth St., Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card displays a colorful illustration of a lake scene with red, pink, and purple flowers. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Hart's business, with additional details about the boots and shoes he sold.

This trade card advertises Frank Roth, a merchant tailor in Mantorville, Minnesota. The front of the card features an image of a well-dressed woman feeding chickens. The text on the front states, 'Patterns and materials of every class, call on Frank Roth of Mantorville, Minnesota.' The back of the card is a full advertisement. There appears to be a separate trade card in this record advertising the firm, Strauss Bros. The front of the card includes a logo that appears to be a combination of S, B, and W. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a boys' retail department located at 440 Washington Street, corner of Summer Street, in Boston. The card features a brightly colored pheasant with a long tail. The back of the card includes more information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Simon, a clothier located at the corner of 12th and South Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a ball player in blue and black sepia tones. The illustration is detailed and appears to be part of a larger scene that has been cropped for the card. The back of the card includes additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises L. E. Shoenberg, a clothier located at No. 28 1st North, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of two roller skaters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Cohen & Brumberg, located at the southwest corner of Second and Centre Streets. The front of the card features a portrait of President James A. Garfield. The portrait appears to be a memorial commemorating the assassinated president, as it is in black and orange, the colors of mourning. The back of the card features the business's full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers located at the southwest corner of 2nd and Centre Streets in Ironton, Ohio. The card features a portrait of Eliza, the wife of President James A. Garfield, framed in a black and orange memorial frame. This card commemorates the assassination of President Garfield, who was shot by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2nd, 1881. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the business. This card is part of a set of three.

Trade card advertising Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers, located at the southwest corner of 2nd and Centre Streets in Ironton, Ohio. The card features a portrait of Eliza Ballou Garfield, mother of President James A. Garfield. Circa 1885.

This trade card for M. Oppenheimer, a dry goods merchant in Milton, Pennsylvania, features an illustration of a woman and a cherub holding red roses. The colors are vibrant, with yellow, white, and red dominating the scene. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. It appears to be a trade card from the late 19th Century. The woman is wearing a fashionable long, dark dress with a pale shawl that is gathered at her waist, while the cherub holds roses. The woman's blonde hair appears to be pulled back and she has a long, narrow, elegant neck.

This trade card advertises S. Bernstein, a jeweler located at 1214 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy with messy hair speaking to a dog near a fence. The illustration is printed in blue sepia on white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bernstein, a jeweler and watchmaker located at 1214 North Second Street, Philadelphia. The card features an illustration of a sailboat in shades of blue, yellow, and pink, and a smaller illustration of a clock and watch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kaufman's, a general store located at 1241 Eleventh Street S.E. in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two vegetable people. A black boy's head is inside a cabbage. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

Trade card for Kaufman's, a general store located at 1241 Eleventh Street S.E., Washington, D.C. The card features a caricature of two individuals with exaggerated features, one appearing to be Black. The imagery includes a Black boy's head inside a squash. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises S. C. Levy & Co., a jewelry store with locations at 1817 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia and DeKalb and Airy Streets, Norristown, Pennsylvania. The card features a sepia-toned illustration of a woman wearing a large hat with a wide brim. The woman's hair is styled in a bun, and she is dressed in a dark, possibly velvet, dress. The background of the card is a simple design, possibly a light blue or a light green. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple design with a basket of white and purple flowers. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothier located in New York City. The front of the card is a charming illustration of a group of infants playing with upside-down flowers. The babies are all wearing white gowns and caps and are holding the upside-down flowers in their hands. The card is printed in shades of red, cream, and black. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for a sale, advertising “Final Chance Sale.”

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card lists two addresses, 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street, corner of Pine. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black boy wearing a stripped shirt, peeking out of a window, possibly an advertisement for the store's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's clothing store, located at 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street (corner of Pine) in San Francisco. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man in a red shirt, standing in a window. The man has a bald head and a beard. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street, corner of Pine Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two Black women standing at a fence holding a white baby. The scene is framed by a fence with a gate and a house on the left. The women wear brightly colored dresses with white collars and cuffs. The baby has a very small, white bonnet on. The card is a caricature of a Black family, common in advertisements at the time, and shows clear racism against Black people. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card features a caricature of two black women standing in a window. Both women are wearing a matching scarf and bandana, which were popular accessories for African American women in the late 19th century. The front of the card appears to have been part of a larger advertisement, with only two of four panels present. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Brandes, grocers located at 145 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features an illustration of a stylishly dressed girl in a red hat holding a pink rose and an umbrella. The image has a red border around the outer edge of the card, and the text and graphics are printed in black ink on a white background. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wangenheim, Sternheim & Co., a business located at 27 & 29 Sutter St. and 528 & 530 Market St. in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of three children playing next to a fence. The back of the card provides additional information about the business and the goods they sell. The back of the card also lists the business's telephone number. The trade card has matching billheads.

This trade card advertises the Great Bankrupt Boot & Shoe Co., located at 53 & 55 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two kittens under a red umbrella. The back of the card provides more information about the business and lists D.E. Hirshberg as the manager. It advertises “Bankrupt Shoes and Boots,” noting that the company is a dealer in job lots and bankrupt goods.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street and 10, 12, 14 Dupont Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing a black corset with her hand on her hip. She stands against a pink and sepia background. The back of the card has a full advertisement and states that Freud's Corset House has been in business since 1850. The ad text includes the phrase “Circles of Pride Since 1850”.

This trade card advertises A. Lippmann & Co., a dry goods store located at 903 Broadway, between 8th and 9th Streets, in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a bustling scene of people entering the store. The illustration is done in black sepia tones on a cream background. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the store, featuring a list of items sold, including clothes, bed linens, and more.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a millinery and fancy goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The card is shaped like a bonnet and features an illustration of a young woman wearing a stylish hat adorned with a sunflower. The card is folded, with the advertisement on both the front and back.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman wearing a shoe that serves as a boat while children sit on the edge of the shore. The woman is surrounded by water and palm trees. On the back of the card, there is information about the business.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street, [Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?]. The front of the card shows a boy climbing a wall, holding a girl in his arms. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Mayer Bros., clothing merchants located at 120 & 122 10th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue dress and a feathered hat. The background is a soft pink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schuster's, a clothing store located at 16 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The card features a romantic illustration of a man hugging a seated woman. The man is dressed in a dark suit and a top hat. The woman is wearing a white dress with lace trim. Both figures are shown against a background of a textured pattern. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Rosenblatt, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at 47 South Main Street in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl looking out from behind a garden wall. Her dress has a floral pattern and her hair is tied with a red bow. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises R. Ballerstein & Co., a business located at 860 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is die-cut and features a basket of flowers on a dark background. The basket contains a variety of flowers, including roses, lilies, and carnations. The flowers are arranged in a symmetrical pattern, with the basket in the center of the card.

This trade card advertises the Universal Fashion Company, located on Broad Street, opposite the Stump Hotel in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a woman in a blue dress standing in a winter scene. She is wearing a fur-trimmed coat and holding a parasol. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Adolph F. Levy, a clothier located on First Street in San Jose, California. The card is printed in red and sepia on white paper. The card depicts a pair of feet resting under a beach umbrella on the sand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Peake & Levi, a shoe store. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a dog sitting on a chair while learning a trick. It appears the dog is performing a trick in exchange for a treat. The dog and the chair are relatively small compared to the surrounding area, but are depicted in bright colors. This trade card appears to be part of a set. The design elements on the card suggest it was created in the late nineteenth century. There is no address or additional information on the card.

This trade card advertises M. Cohn, a clothing store located at 393 & 395 Main Street, West Winsted, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a long skirt riding a bicycle. The card is in black and sepia tones. The back of the card contains more information about the business.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy proposing to a young man. An older woman (presumably the man's mother) is watching. The card is printed in sepia tones on a gold background.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a paper goods manufacturer located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young man proposing to a young woman, while an older woman looks on. The couple is standing in a park-like setting. The text 'ACT 2' is visible on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., an artists' studio located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young man proposing to another young man, with an older woman looking on. The scene suggests a romantic engagement or a playful scene of two men in courtship. The illustration is set against a green background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Peritz, a clothier at 1721 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative illustration of a flower vase with white, pink, and yellow peonies. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Arenovsky, a clothing store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a stocking cap with a sprig of flowers in front of her. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Arenovsky's, a clothing store located on Bridge Street in Westbrook, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by a delicate arrangement of flowers. She is dressed in a light-colored dress and wears a long, dark scarf around her neck. The back of the card includes the business name and an advertisement for the store. This trade card is one of two cards in the file. The second card in the file is a similar design but with a different illustration. The second card features a woman with darker hair, wearing a darker dress with a floral print.

This trade card advertises W.F. McLaughlin & Co., coffee importers and roasters in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a group of Jews praying at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. The background shows the Western Wall, a significant site for Jewish religious practice. The back of the card provides advertising copy and a list of McLaughlin's locations in Chicago, Illinois. The card was printed circa 1893.

This is one of three trade cards advertising the furniture store of I. Benesch & Sons, located at 549 to 557 N. Gay Street above Belair Market, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl giving a boy a drink from a well. The scene is situated in a small, enclosed courtyard with trees and other plants surrounding it. The card features an ornate, textured border surrounding the image. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store. [The card's advertisement was printed sometime around 1885. Isaac Benesch was a Jewish-German carpenter who leased land in the bustling business district of Old Town, Baltimore, between 1866 and 1882, building a successful furniture emporium. He expanded the store to encompass three adjoining properties. The building is now the site of The Nevermore Haunt. The Benesch store served the community of Old Town, a diverse neighborhood that included many Germans, Jews, and African Americans. The Benesch family was also active in the movement to desegregate the city. In 1889, Isaac's sons were made partners in the business, and I. Benesch & Sons grew to become one of the most prominent department stores in East Baltimore.]

This trade card advertises I. Benesch & Sons, furniture merchants located at 549 to 557 N. Gay Street, above the Belair Market in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a woman wearing a scarf hat and scarf over her bodice. There is a tear at the bottom of the card. [The card was printed sometime around 1885. The business was founded by Isaac Benesch, a Jewish-German carpenter who leased land in the bustling business district of Old Town. Between 1868 and 1882 Isaac Benesch annexed three adjoining properties for his growing furniture emporium. His sons later joined the business and the firm was known as I. Benesch & Sons. I. Benesch & Sons was known for serving all customers, regardless of their ethnicity, race, or religion, and for being one of the earliest and most prominent department stores in East Baltimore.] The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a retailer of fancy leather goods located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of 'Jack and Jill' going up a hill with a bucket, and a group of geese. There is also a gold background on the card. There is no text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Rich & Silber, a dealer in foreign and domestic dress goods located at 103-107 Wisconsin Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The card features a charming illustration of a young child sitting amidst a vibrant sprig of flowers, creating a serene and elegant atmosphere. The text on the card, visible on the front, informs potential customers about their wide selection of dress goods. The back of the card includes a more detailed advertisement for Rich & Silber, providing further information about their services.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld's clothing store, located at 13 Main Street Bridge, Rochester, New York. The card features an optical illusion design, with a central image of a man's head that appears to be a profile when viewed from one angle and a full face when viewed from another angle. The text on the front of the card proclaims the business as the 'CHEAPEST CLOTHING HOUSE IN NY'. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. H. & E. S. Goldberg, furniture dealers with locations at 326 Washington Street and 31 Jay Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy in black and sepia leaning over a ship's rail. The back of the card advertises showcases, featuring an illustration.

This trade card advertises S. Oppenheimer, a dealer in Weed Sewing Machines, located at 528 9th Street, N.W. in the St. Cloud Building, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is referred to as a 'Jumbo' card and features a colorful illustration of a large elephant (a jumbo) with a sky and grass background. The card is primarily red, blue, and yellow.

This trade card for I. Hamburger & Sons features an illustration of a boy and a girl playing outside a fence. The image is printed in a blue sepia tone. The front of the card showcases a border of the business's name, address, and products. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement for the business. The address is listed as 615 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C.

This trade card advertises A. Baumgarten, a clothier in East Saginaw, Michigan. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a boy sailing in a boot-shaped boat, with a lighthouse and other ships in the background. The design is rendered in blue, with the sea and sky blending together. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Stone, a retailer of ladies' and children's clothing located at 131 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a sepia-toned image of a young woman in a dark dress. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing store located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a boy sitting on a tree stump, with birds flying around him. The background appears to be a forest setting. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store. The design of the card is simple and understated, with a focus on the illustration.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers, hatters, and furnishers, located at 31 & 33 Washington Ave. S., Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a girl emerging from a large eggshell. The style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is a full advertisement, though the details are not visible in the provided image. [Altman & Co. opened in 1888 as a branch of a Buffalo, New York, company owned by Isaac, Henry, and Julius Altman and David Rosenau. In 1897, it was sold to Frank G. Raichle and became known as “The Surprise Store.”]

This trade card advertises the business of Otto Berman, a Merchant Tailor in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a stylishly dressed woman standing outside the storefront. Below the illustration, the address is given: 417 Kearny Street, Room 7, over Davis Bros. Bazaar. A second address is also given: 339 Bush Street, Room 5, below Kearny Street. The back of the card is filled with more information about the business, including the services offered and prices. [Isaac Finberg is listed as a salesman for Otto Berman in Crocker's San Francisco Directory in 1895].

This trade card advertises Bernheimer Bros. & Co., a dry goods emporium located at 912 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a stool with a cereal bowl in his lap. He is petting a cat with his right hand. Text on the card reads, “BARGIN DRY GOODS EMPORIUM.” [Bernheimer Bros. & Co. was active in Jewish affairs].

This trade card advertises S. Hershfield, a jeweler located at 920 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a winter scene with a picture-within-a-picture design. It includes a Christmas greeting. The back of the card is blank. The image shows a winter scene, with a central circular image of a woman standing behind a counter in a jewelry store. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothing merchants with locations at Broadway and Grand Street, and 8th Avenue and 40th Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a young woman holding a pug dog. Her left hand rests on the dog's head, while her right hand rests on the dog's back. The background features a decorative design of floral and geometric patterns. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a woman in a Spanish-style dress and hat. She is standing in a garden setting with a dog by her side. The illustration appears to be set against a backdrop of a building with a doorway. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an image of a steamship or boat rendered in brown and black sepia tones. The back of the card is fully dedicated to a printed advertisement which includes a poem.

This trade card advertises the A. Siegel Gas Fixture Co. located at 219 North Broadway in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card shows two children in winter clothes standing in front of a horseshoe-shaped gate. A dog is standing next to them. The card has a red border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the Star Boot and Shoe House, owned by L. Witkowski, located at 376 Lawrence Street, Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features an image of chicks playing, with a red border around the image. The back of the card features a calendar for the year 1881.

This trade card for Michael Levi & Co. in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, features an Art Deco-style illustration of a farm scene with a girl and a boy. The card is printed in shades of brown and blue, with the business's name and address prominently displayed at the top. The business is located on Allegheny Street, beneath the Reynolds Opera House. The back of the card displays a full advertisement for Michael Levi & Co., a business specializing in clothing and furnishing goods. The card's overall design and illustration reflect the aesthetic trends of the late 19th century, with the Art Deco elements suggesting a contemporary touch.

This trade card advertises J. Meyers, a clothier located at 159 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of a child and an infant on the floor, perhaps representing the clothing sold by the store. The front of the card has a white border surrounding the image and text. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards advertising Loewenstein Clothing. The card features a group of children playing a game. A girl in a yellow dress holds a tennis racket while two other children are playing. The background includes trees. The back of the card features a man in a coat and hat standing in front of a building, possibly a store. The back also provides more detailed information about Loewenstein Clothing.

This trade card advertises Loewenstein Clothing. The front of the card depicts a young girl aiming a bow and arrow at a target. The target is decorated with a wreath and a large, white letter 'L'. The girl wears a large hat, a dark, possibly blue, dress, and holds a red bow in her hands. She is standing near a green, possibly wooden, fence. The back of the card features a man dressed in a suit. It includes an advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises Hyman, a furniture dealer located at 135 & 137 E. 5th St., Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features a winter scene with a decorative floral border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises J.D. Levy & Co., clothiers located at 313 & 315 Hampshire St., corner of Third, and 120 North Fifth, Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a child holding a doll, the doll's face is obscured by its bonnet. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Straus', a dry goods and furniture store in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children playing in a large barrel filled with colorful flowers. The address is listed as 101, 103, 1117 & 119 N. Howard Street. The card notes that the back of the card contains a “grand opening” advertisement. The card has slight damage to the top right corner. The back of the card is not included in the digital copy.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., wholesale dry goods dealers located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an illustration of two well-dressed young girls flanking a baby. The card has a decorative red border, a background of a light blue color, and white flowers in the upper corners. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg's Elastica Finishes. The front of the card features a line drawing of a man in a yellow jacket and top hat. The style of the illustration and the man's attire suggest a late 19th-century setting. The back of the card is a full advertisement, though the specifics are not visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets, Chicago. The card features an illustration of a group of children playing with toy guns. The children are dressed in their holiday best, suggesting the card was intended for distribution during the holiday season. The card promotes a wide selection of holiday presents, including toys, clothing, and other dry goods. The card is in color and features an ornate border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Forest Flowers Perfume, a fragrance sold by both H. Heynemann & Co. in San Francisco, California, and W. J. Austen & Co. in Oswego, New York. The card features an illustration of a boy and a girl standing together, perhaps representing a young couple. The boy has his arm around the girl's waist. The girl is holding a bouquet of flowers. There is a background scene with a rustic wooden fence. The front of the card includes a note at the top stating 'National Card.' The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Forest Flowers Perfume.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at Nos. 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl perched on a boy's back, enjoying a day at the beach. The image shows a sandy beach and a body of water, likely the ocean. The card is formatted to include the text, 'First Clothing Store From Main Street'. The back of the card is blank and provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Aronson Bros., a clothing and dry goods store in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a goose chasing a dog. Another dog is grabbing the goose's leg. A black crow is also depicted near a hatchet. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. This is one of four trade cards. [The card is related to the Gage-Downs Corset Co., a corset manufacturer from a neighboring town, but the card does not have any information relating to the corset company.]

This is one of three trade cards advertising Kast's Fine Shoes at 735 and 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California. [Kast's Fine Shoes was a business owned by L.S. Kast and J. Kaufmann.] The front of the card features a farm scene with flowers and a summery feel. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises David Ash, a merchant tailor located at 30 Twelfth Street in Wheeling, West Virginia. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a scene of a village. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises the business of J.S. Block. The card depicts a pastoral scene with a house and surrounding trees. The background is a blue sky with white clouds. The text on the card is an announcement of a marriage between a Jewish woman and a Jewish man. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising the business of Harry Ginsburg, purveyor of clothing and fancy goods, located on Main Street in Lisbon Falls, Maine. The card features a sepia-toned image of a joker and two boys. The card is circa 1885. The card is from the collection of Judaica Americana.

This is one of three trade cards for Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a business located in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an illustration depicting two girls and a baby. One girl runs away from the scene, while the other marches forward, carrying the baby. The illustration is likely associated with Christmas as it depicts two girls and a baby. The background features a floral pattern. This is one of three cards in the collection; the others are likely similar in size and design but feature different illustrations.

This trade card advertises Kast's Fine Shoes, located at 735 and 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a horse-drawn wagon crossing a bridge. The scene is set in autumn with colorful leaves. The back of the card contains an advertisement. This is the third of three cards.

This trade card advertises S. Salomon, a hatter and furrier located at 92 Lexington Street, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two buildings that appear to be the Astor family's mansions (Astor House) on Broadway in Manhattan, one of the most expensive areas of the city. They stand tall in a seemingly urban setting. The card has a red and black border. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertising both J. W. Rosenthal & Co. and L. Garson & Co., clothing retailers in Denver, Colorado. The front features a charming illustration of two boys getting dressed. It is a national trade card, likely for a national clothing retailer. The back of the card is an advertisement for L. Garson & Co., located at 237 & 239 15th St., Denver, CO. The card appears to have been cut down, with a portion of the image missing on the right side of the front of the card. The card is mostly in black and white.

This trade card advertises Kast's Fine Shoes, located at 735 and 740 Market Street, San Francisco, California. [L.S. Kast and J. Kaufmann were the owners of the business.] The front of the card depicts a boy, horses, and a large house with a daisy inside. The house is surrounded by a spring-like scene of flowers, trees, and greenery. The illustration style is cartoonish and lighthearted. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 & 326 River Street and 23 & 25 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a winter scene. It is slightly damaged.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of L. Fellheimer, located at 308 Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware. The front of the card features a yellow rose, centered and prominently displayed, as the main design element. The business name and address are printed below the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store, Rich & Silber, located at 103 to 107 Wisconsin Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by an abundance of flowers and fruit, likely symbolizing the store's offerings of fine clothing and fashion. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, grocers located at 1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an intricate illustration of a cityscape, with buildings, a church, and a horse-drawn carriage. The back of the card lists the services offered by Wiener Brothers, including fancy fruits and groceries for weddings and parties. The card is printed in black ink on white paper with a decorative border.