Subject: Leather

Invoice from Einstein Bros. & Co., importers and manufacturers of boots and shoes, and dealers in leather, located at 29th and 31 Battery St, San Francisco, California. Dated October 24, 1873. The invoice lists a purchase of several items, such as '2 pair Calf Dress Boots,' '1 pair Gents Calf Dress Boots,' '1 pair Ladies Boots,' '1 pair Kid Boots,' '1 pair Kid Boots' & '1 pair Leather Boots', at different prices. The billhead features an ornate Victorian-style lettering. Decorative elements include a company logo and business address at the top.

Invoice from Hayman Brothers, importers and wholesale dealers in sponges, chamois leather, and shells. Dated May 14, 1884. The bill lists an item purchased by E. Stokes, likely sponges or leather, with a price of $2.50. The invoice includes a company address of No. 74 William Street, New York, between Liberty and Cedar Streets, and states that all bills are subject to sight drafts. The billhead is neatly printed and includes a company logo with a detailed image of the products they sell, as well as ornate script.

Monthly statement from L. Frank & Co., manufacturers of leather, saddlery, shoe findings, shoemaking saddlery, and tanners' tools. Located on Commerce Street, San Antonio, Texas. Dated July 1, 1879. The bill is addressed to Adam Frank, and the amount due is $15.00. The billhead is printed on a plain white paper, with simple black lettering. The business name and details are prominently displayed at the top of the billhead.

Billhead from W. C. Lobenstein, a dealer in harness, saddles, saddlery-hardware, leather, shoe findings, hides, furs, and wool, located at Bentley's Block, Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated July 31, 1876. The bill lists purchases from the business by A. M. Halter & Bro. with an itemized list of goods and prices, likely for a buggy, including a harness, bridle, straps, and a whip. The billhead has printed details of the business address and services.

This trade card advertises S. Dalsheimer, a retailer of leather tip shoes. The front of the card depicts a charming scene of a child in a cradle being watched over by a dog. The illustration is likely intended to evoke a sense of comfort and quality associated with the shoes. Below the illustration, the text indicates the business name and address: 122 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pa. The back of the card is blank. [It is noted that Sylvan Dalsheimer was active in Jewish affairs.]