Subject: New York, New York

This pamphlet is a memorial for Adolph L. Goetzl, published circa 1885. It also includes information about the founding of the Jewish Ministers' Association of New York in late 1884, listing the six conveners: Gustav Gottheil, Adolph Huebsch, Henry S. Jacobs, Kaufmann Kohler, Frederic de Sola Mendes, and Henry Pereira Mendes. The pamphlet provides biographical details of these individuals and their roles in establishing the association.

Manuscript book containing 36 records of circumcisions performed by a mohel (ritual circumciser). Written in Ashkenazic Hebrew with names, places, and family names in English. The majority of the circumcisions were performed in New Orleans, Louisiana, beginning in 1836, with the last entry in New York City in 1850. This represents the most important extant Southern Jewish record of circumcisions from this early period. Early American mohel records are rare and are typically only found in institutional archives. This book predates the founding of the first synagogue in New Orleans (1827), and there is no evidence the first hazzan, Manis Jacobs, who served until 1839, also performed circumcisions.

Check drawn on Adolphus Meier & Co., dated June 1, 1841, and signed by H. Shurlds. The check is from New York, New York.

A one-page autograph letter written by Charles Tobias in New Orleans, Louisiana to his father, T.I. Tobias in New York, New York on December 31, 1846. Charles describes favorable trade conditions and includes a newspaper clipping about a sold silver service.

Bank draft issued by the Otsego County Bank in Otsego, New York on March 4, 1836, payable to Joseph Gratz and endorsed by him. The draft is a banking receipt indicating a financial transaction.

Bank draft issued by the Otsego County Bank in Otsego, New York on March 11, 1836, payable to Joseph Gratz and endorsed by Hyman Gratz as his attorney. This financial record provides evidence of a banking transaction.

Bill of exchange for $193.18, due in sixty days, issued by the Otsego County Bank on September 20, 1855. The bill is signed by L. Eppstein, M.W. Strauss, Herman Bacharach, and two other illegible signatories.

An envelope with the address for the business, HIRSCH, ISAAC & SON, printed on the front. The address is 365 & 367 CANAL STREET, New York, New York. The envelope is dated 12/16/1881.

Billhead from A. Lemlein & Co., manufacturers of cigars located at 2327 Third Avenue, New York, New York. Dated July 14, 1891. The bill lists a purchase of 100 “Reina Arthur,” 1 “Box Regritos,” and 1 “Sweeds,” with corresponding prices for each item, totaling $4.90. The billhead features the business name and address printed in blue ink. It also includes the handwritten names of “Lezer King Bros, Amityville,” the buyers, at the top of the page. The business name, address, and terms are formatted in a simple, readable script. The billhead is printed on light-colored paper with faint gridlines.

Billhead for A. Wormser, a manufacturer of white and cassimere shirts, drawers, and other items located at 215 Church Street, New York City. The billhead features an illustration of a man in colonial garb. The billhead is dated September 22, 1870. The bill includes a handwritten calculation of the cost of goods purchased from the business and lists the transaction terms as 'Cash or Note.'

Billhead from Abraham and Straus, a retail department store, located in New York, New York. Dated November 30, 1898. The billhead lists purchases of sundries and groceries by Ms. H. White, located at 70 7th Avenue. The billhead includes an image of the store's exterior and details of the transaction. The transaction includes items such as a brush, whisk, bucket, paint, and various other sundries and groceries, with their corresponding prices. The billhead also includes the signature of the buyer, Ms. H. White, and a stamp indicating the transaction was paid on December 28, 1898.

Billhead from Adler & Mendelson, Manufacturers of Specialties in Boys' & Children's Clothing, located at 34 E. Houston Street, New York, NY. The bill is dated April 19, 1890 and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering with a frame around the header section, the business name, address, and the terms of payment are prominently displayed.

Billhead from B. Altman & Co., importers and manufacturers of fine costumes, ladies and children's underclothing, and general dry goods, located at 19th Street and 6th Avenue, New York, N.Y. Dated June 9, 1879. The bill is for the purchase of various items, including Greys, Ozenda, and Dresses, likely for clothing. The buyer, H. C. Glenn, paid a total of $15.06. The billhead is handwritten in elegant cursive script and displays a framed header section.

Billhead from B. Altman & Co., located at 19th Street and 6th Avenue, New York City, NY. Dated March 16, 1885. The bill lists a transaction for various goods including paper, coffee, and other unidentified items, likely fabrics or clothing, purchased by H. C. Gleason, Rutland, VT. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering and a printed company header.

Invoice from Barnard & Cohen, manufacturers of ostrich feather dusters, located at 63 Walker Street, New York. Dated July 13, 1885. The bill details the purchase of various sizes of ostrich feather dusters by Gauntlett & Brooks, The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead from Berliner & Strauss, manufacturers of men's neckwear and jewelry, located at 431 Broadway, New York City. Dated May 1, 1883. The bill is for a purchase by Joseph Brooks, of Waterloo, New York, and lists several numerical entries, likely representing purchases of goods or services. The billhead has a distinct logo with a figure in a suit holding a shield with the business's name on it, and has a printed header that lists the business's name, address, and terms of payment.

Invoice from Bierman Heidelberg & Co., manufacturers of clothing, located at 446 & 448 Broadway, New York. The bill was sent to Joseph Brooks of Waterloo, New York, on May 28, 1881. The bill lists two items: 1 of Duster and 1 of Vest. The billhead features a detailed illustration of the company's building, ornate lettering, and a note at the bottom: 'All bills payable with exchange on New York. Agents not authorized to make collections, nor to draw on us, without special permission.'

Billhead for Blun & Co., Wholesale Clothiers located at 740 & 742 Broadway, New York. Dated April 8, 1886. The billhead features the name of the buyer, Joseph Brooks of Waterloo, NY, and includes a list of items purchased, quantities, prices, and a total amount due. The billhead features a printed header section, ornate Victorian-style lettering, and a simple design.

Invoice from C. H.& E. S. Goldberg, successors to George Goldberg & Co., located at 326 Washington Street & 31 Jay Streets, New York, New York. The bill lists a variety of items purchased from the business by J. C. Buck & Son, including brooms, brushes, cordage, and other household items. Dated October 14, 1876. This billhead features intricate lettering and a printed header with the business name.

An invoice from C. Stern & Co., manufacturers of gentlemen's neckwear, located at 227 Church Street in New York, New York. Dated October 18, 1883. The bill was issued to E. Rosenfeld & Co. and lists a series of neckwear items, likely ties or bow ties, with their corresponding quantities and prices. There are checkmarks next to each item indicating that they were likely delivered. The total cost of the items is $42.13. The header of the billhead has the company name and information printed in bold, ornate lettering. The body of the bill is printed on ruled lines.

Invoice from Charles Zinn & Co., importers of French and German baskets and willows and manufacturers of Willow Ware, Rattan and Colored Willow Furniture. Located at 406 Broadway & 72, 74 & 76 Walker Street, New York, New York. The bill lists an itemized list of the items purchased, with prices and totals listed. The billhead contains details of the business, and the buyer. The header of the billhead includes a graphic design in a scrolled oval shape depicting the company's business.

Invoice from Cook & Bernheimer, proprietors of AAA Old Valley Whiskey, located at 67 New Street, New York. Dated May 25, 1881. The bill lists an item purchased, likely whiskey, by Nichols & Harris of New London, Connecticut. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering. The billhead includes a circular logo that features the company's name and a depiction of a wooden barrel.

Invoice from Creamer & Goodman, a shoe store supply company, located at 177 Church Street, New York, New York. Dated August 23, 1894. The bill lists several items, including

This billhead from Crown Suspender Co., located in New York, New York, is addressed to C. Bloomberg & Co., and Greenhood, Bohm & Co. in Helena, Montana, dated June 13, 1888. The transaction details the sale of various quantities of "Suspenders" and "Candales" (likely a type of suspender or accessory), with specific style numbers, quantities, and individual prices, totaling an amount of $22.83. The billhead features a decorative, ornate Victorian-style letterhead for "Crown Suspender Co." with its factory and office addresses, and mentions "Terms" for the transaction. The document is printed on lined paper, with some handwritten annotations in red and black ink, including checkmarks next to certain items. 3.

Billhead - 9/27/1887 David Marks mens youths clothing...447 Broadway and 24 Mercer Street.... horseshoe logo....NYC. Billhead to Honig & Schutter, Retail Clothier in Hazelton, Pennsylvania. Schutter is not Jewish...Isaac Honig was President of the Synagogue.

Invoice from Dessar, Wise & Co., manufacturers of clothing located at 452 Broadway & 14, 16, 18 Crosby Street, New York City. Dated April 24, 1883. The bill was written out to Joseph Brooks, who is indicated as having purchased items from the business, likely clothing. The bill includes a detailed list of items, quantities, and prices. The billhead has a printed header and includes the business address, date, and other legal information.

Invoice from Ehrich & Co., importers and dealers in millinery, fancy and dry goods. Located at Nos. 287, 289, 291, 293, 295 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY, the bill is dated October 21, 1879. It includes an itemized list of goods purchased by G. F. Back. The billhead features a printed header with ornate lettering and decorative elements, including a company logo of a building with a decorative banner. The text includes the publisher information for “Ehrich’s Fashion Quarterly,” which was a magazine published by the company.

Billhead for G. Rosenblatt & Brother, importers and jobbers of laces, hosiery, gloves, and a general assortment of fancy goods, located at 78 Chambers Street, New York. Dated February 15, 1860. The bill, addressed to A. Smith & Son, includes details of the transaction, such as the items purchased, quantities, and prices. The billhead also includes a company logo, ornate text, and decorative elements. The bill is handwritten.

An invoice from G. Rosenblatt & Brother, importers and jobbers of millinery goods, dress trimmings, embroideries, laces, hosiery, gloves, fancy goods, and other items. The billhead is for A. Smith & Son, dated May 7, 1860, and lists various items purchased from the business with quantities and prices. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

This billhead is a handwritten invoice from G. Rosenblatt & Brother, a dry goods importer and jobber located at 78 Chambers Street in New York City. Dated November 25, 1859. The bill is addressed to Mr. A. Smith & Son and lists three items with a total price of $3.31. The items include: 1/2 oz Neck Ties, 2 Pkt. HKHF, 1 gr Buttons. The bill includes details of the amount owed and the date that the balance is due. The handwriting on this bill is neat and easy to read.

Invoice for goods bought by A. Smith & Son from G. Rosenblatt & Brother, importers and jobbers of laces, hosiery, gloves and a general assortment of fancy goods located at 78 Chambers Street, New York. The billhead features a decorative header and handwritten details for the transactions, which include quantities and prices. The billhead is dated December 3, 1868.

Billhead for Gans & Klein, Importers, Manufacturers, and Dealers in fashionable clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, boots, shoes, hydraulic hose, rubber clothing, Cal. blankets, etc. The billhead notes an office and factory in New York at 184 and 186 Church Street. The billhead indicates the buyer is J. N. McKnight & Co. of Helena, Montana, and is dated December 19, 1879. The billhead has a printed header with ornate Victorian-style lettering. The business address, name, and type of products are neatly laid out.

Billhead from Geo. Goldberg & Co., wholesale dealers in wooden ware, brooms, brushes, cordage, mats, matches, baskets, mop sticks, clothes wringers, shoe blacking, stove blacking, and other goods, located at No. 326 Washington Street, New York City, dated February 2, 1869. The bill details a purchase of goods by J. Wallace, including the quantity, item description, and price. The billhead includes a detailed list of the business's products and services, as well as the address and date in the top right corner.

Invoice from Geo. Goldberg & Co., wholesale dealers in wooden ware, brooms, cordage, matches, baskets, clothes wringers, and other related items, located at No. 326 Washington and 31 Jay Streets, New York City. Dated February 7, 1874. The bill lists purchases made by J. Wallace. The handwritten entries likely include the item name and cost of the items. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The paper is green.

A billhead from Geo. Trull, a wholesale and retail hosiery and glove store located at 34 Maiden Lane in New York, NY. The billhead is dated October 8, 1840, and records the purchase of three merino shirts for $7.50 by Mr. Henry Tobias. The document has an elegant and formal look, with ornate script fonts and subtle flourishes. The billhead is printed on quality paper and includes a framed advertisement for the business, detailing their offerings of stockings, gloves, and other goods.

This billhead is from the famous card manufacturer Lewis I. Cohen, who is listed as successor to the business, and is dated August 9, 1848. The bill lists items purchased by Durrie & Peck. The items include: 5 gross Rubber Bands, 3 doz. Playing Cards, 1 doz. Cards. It lists the total cost as $8.00. The billhead has an image of the business building, ornate lettering, and decorative elements, including a framed header section with the business name.

Billhead - Hammerslough Bros...Manufacturers of Children clothing…435 Broome Street & 478-482 Broadway, NYC…4/20/1886 Julius, Edward and Louis, along with cousins Isidore and Simon. The parents of Julius, Edward and Louis were Solomon and Regina Benjamin Hammerschlag, German Jewish immigrants who settled in New York. The family surname was changed to Hammerslough after they arrived in the U.S. First store in Springfield & mfg uniforms for the Union Army. The Hammersloughs dissolved their Springfield business in February 1868 and moved to New York. (At one point, they were partners with the Saks brothers, Andrew and Samuel, whose business eventually became the luxury department store Saks Fifth Avenue.)...Billhead to Honig & Schutter, Retail Clothier in Hazelton, Pennsylvania. Schutter is not Jewish...Isaac Honig was President of the Synagogue.

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.

Invoice from Hendricks Brothers, proprietors of the Belleville Copper Rolling Mills, manufacturers of bolt and sheet copper, locomotive flues, copper wire and rivets of every description, importers and dealers in metals. The billhead is dated February 4, 1886, and lists the purchase of 1 pack of copper from Hendricks Brothers by the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad Company. A handwritten note appears on the right side of the invoice. There are multiple columns with headings, and a small handwritten section for notes, or calculations, at the bottom right.

Invoice from Heyman Bros. & Lowenstein, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco. Located at 182,184,186 & 188 Chatham Square, cor. Mott St, New York, New York. The bill is dated September 27, 1881, and the buyer is C. G. Alvord. The billhead features a decorative printed header, ornate lettering, and clearly printed company details.

An invoice from Hyneman & Schmidt, Art Publishers and Importers, located at 19 East 14th Street, New York City. The bill, dated December 1, 1884, shows a purchase of 2,000 items (likely prints or other art materials) by George W. Witbeck of Nassau, New York. The bill shows two items, priced at $15 each, for a total of $30. The billhead has a printed header, contains ornate lettering, and includes details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead from Isaacs & Heineman, importers and exporters of Florida, Bahama, and Turkey sponges, chamois skins, and fisheries. Dated April 25, 1891. The bill lists the purchase of one case of bath sponges, priced at .35 per piece for a total of 8.75, by Dr. H. G. Porter & Son. The billhead includes the address of Isaacs & Heineman: 139 William Street, New York. The transaction includes a record of payment and details of the business operations, including locations in Florida, Bahamas, and Turkey, and offices in London, Paris, and Trieste.

Billhead for a purchase of neckwear and suspenders from Isidor Brucks, located at 32 Walker Street, New York City. The billhead is dated December 7, 1886. The transaction details include a list of quantities and prices for different items. The billhead features a bold, ornate Victorian-style lettering. The image also includes a visual element of a bulldog logo and stylized lettering for the business.

Invoice for pants purchased from J. Werner & Co., manufacturers of men's, youths', boys' and children's pants exclusively, located at 432 Broome Street, New York. Dated August 9, 1882. The bill lists the purchase of pants by Hower Bros. The billhead contains the business's name, address, and a brief description of their products. The printed header includes a simple decorative border.

Billhead from Jacob Adler & Co., manufacturers and importers of gloves. The billhead includes a lithographic image of the company's factory, located at 116, 118 & 120 West Fulton Street, Gloversville, New York. Dated August 10, 1889, the bill is likely for an order of gloves placed by Babcock & Co. of Butte, Montana. It includes an itemized list of gloves purchased, including style, quantity, and price. The billhead also features a company logo in the upper right corner, decorative details of ornate lettering.

Invoice from Joseph A. Dreyfous, a wholesale grocer and commission merchant, located at 261 Washington Street in New York City, dated August 8, 1861. The invoice is for a purchase made by A. Smith & Son. The invoice lists three items: “1 bbl of Rice,” “1 Coffee Sugar,” and “1 do do” with amounts and prices for each. The invoice includes a line for ‘Cash’ and ‘Steamship’ and is handwritten in elegant script with decorative borders and a header section. It specifies that cash is required for refined sugars and all other cash goods.

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

Billhead for Joseph A. Dreyfous, Wholesale Grocer and Commission Merchant located at No. 261 Washington Street, New York. Dated June 17, 1862. The bill is for goods purchased by A. Smith & Son. The billhead features an ornate header section.

Billhead from Kerbs & Spiess, manufacturers of fine cigars and dealers in leaf tobacco, located at Second Avenue and East 54th Street in New York City. Dated July 18, 1877. The bill lists a purchase by J.A. Miller & Co., likely of cigars or other tobacco products. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering, a decorative image of a building with a detailed header section, and small stamps in the top left corner.

Invoice from Koeppler & Cohen, Cigar Manufacturers, located at 337 East 75th Street, New York City, between 1st and 2nd Avenues. Dated November 12, 1887. The bill lists a purchase of 'El Mexicano' cigars by Walter Price. The billhead is printed on lined paper and contains handwritten details about the purchase and price. The business name is printed in bold lettering.

Billhead for L. & E. Wertheimer, dealers in Leaf and Manufactured Tobacco, located at 138 Water Street, New York, New York. Dated September 4, 1876. The bill lists an item purchased, likely a tobacco item, from the business by Hugo Goehler, Esq.. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering. Decorative elements include a framed header section and an ornate arc above the business name.

Invoice from L. Sinsheimer, manufacturers of children's, boys', and youths' clothing, located at 542 & 544 Broadway in New York City. Dated September 12, 1887. The bill lists the purchase of various items, likely clothing, by Joseph Brooks. The bill lists item quantities, unit prices, and the total price for each item, with a final total at the bottom. The billhead has a handwritten header and neatly formatted text.

Billhead from L. Straus & Sons, importers and manufacturers of china, pottery, and glassware. Located at 42, 44, 46 & 48 Warren Street, New York, New York. The billhead includes a list of items purchased by M. L. FitzGerald, with quantities, prices, and totals listed. The business was located at 42, 44, 46, and 48 Warren Street. The transaction was dated November 19, 1892. The billhead has decorative ornate Victorian-style lettering and a large header.

This is a billhead from L. Straus & Sons, a Hotel, Club, and Steamship Department located at 42 & 44 Warren Street, New York, New York. Dated September 2, 1881, the billhead lists various items and their corresponding prices, most likely for chinaware for hotels and steamships. Some of the items listed include dinner plates, breakfast plates, soup bowls, ice cream, butter plates, and tea and dinner coffee sets.

Invoice from Lawrence, Cohen & Co., successors to Lewis I. Cohen, manufacturers of improved gold illuminated ivory surfaced playing cards, located at 184 William Street, New York, New York. Dated October 22, 1857. The bill lists 100 India Cards (playing cards?) with a price of 75¢ and was sent to T. I. Hathaway, Fair Haven, Connecticut. This billhead features a beautiful illustration of a four-story building in New York City, ornate Victorian-style lettering, and a detailed description of the business's services.

Invoice from Levy Bros. & Co., manufacturers of clothing, located at 472 Broadway & 30, 32, 34 & 36 Crosby Street, New York, NY. Dated September 23, 1881. The bill lists the purchase of 4 pairs of pants, likely purchased by Hower Bros., a business or individual based in Burbank, Ohio. The bill includes an itemized list of the transaction, quantities, prices, and a total amount due of $37.50. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from Levy, Dreyfus & Co., importers and manufacturers, located at No. 11 Maiden Lane, New York City. Dated June 29, 1883. The bill lists numerous items, including optical goods, such as lenses, and other items, including a “Stereoscope stamp” and a “Reg. Compass.” Sold to William Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The billhead is handwritten. The business was a prominent jeweler and importer of optical goods. The business’s address, the date, and the names of both the buyer and seller appear clearly on the billhead.

An invoice from Levy, Dreyfus & Co. of New York, NY, dated March 17, 1884. The business was an importer and manufacturer of supplies for watchmakers, jewelers, engravers, and opticians. The bill is for a purchase made by William Hurst of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The bill lists 23 different items and their prices. It features a printed header with ornate lettering and decorative borders. The header also advertises the business's products, including optical instruments, mathematical instruments, crescent spectacles, eye glasses, and cresent opera glasses.

Invoice from Lewis I. Cohen, an importer of English & French stationery, located at 133 William Street, New York. Dated May 25, 1848. The bill lists various items, including paper, envelopes, folders, and boxes, likely purchased by Dunnie & Peck. The bill includes an itemized list of the transaction, quantities, and prices. The billhead features a company logo of an Eagle perched on an Ace of Spades with thirteen shining stars, ornate Victorian-style lettering and a printed header.

This billhead from M. L. Levy, importer of watches, jewelry, and watch materials, is dated August 4, 1871. The business is located at 66 Nassau Street, Room 1 in New York, New York. The billhead is an invoice listing a variety of jewelry items sold to W. Hunt, likely from Uniontown, PA. The billhead is part of a group of nine invoices from Levy spanning from 1870-1874, and showcases the range and detail of transactions Levy handled with a specific customer.

Invoice from M. L. Levy, a dealer in watches and jewelry, located at 14 John Street, room 3, New York, New York. The bill is dated December 16, 1873, and lists the purchase of various jewelry items, including a gold guard chain, ear rings, and a silver ring, by W. Hunt, of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The transaction includes a detailed breakdown of items and prices. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead - M.L. Levy...Watches, Jewelery and Watch Material....14 John Street, room 3, New York, New York .....12/11/1872...part of a group of 9 invoices 1870-1874, each with major commercial detail...all made out to W. Hunt in Uniontown, PA. During this time span Mr. Levy is in three different locations.

Invoice from M. L. Levy, an importer of watches, jewelry, and watch materials, located at No. 14 John Street, Room 2, New York, New York. The bill is dated February 16, 1872, and is made out to W. Hunt in Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The invoice lists a variety of items purchased, including 'Spirits,' 'Pirkers,' 'Card Seemis,' and 'Gold Spects.' The billhead features a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from M. L. Levy, importer of watches, jewelry, and watch materials located at No. 11 Maiden Lane, New York, New York, dated July 16, 1870. The invoice shows a list of purchases, including a variety of watch parts and materials, for a total of 117.40. The invoice was made out to W. Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania, and likely included in a group of nine invoices covering the period 1870-1874.

Invoice from M. L. Levy, importer of watches, jewelry, and watch materials, located at No. 14 John Street, room 3, New York, New York. Dated June 13, 1873. The bill lists a variety of watch parts and materials purchased by W. Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania, including gold and silver watch parts, chains, and other items, with corresponding quantities and prices. The billhead is simple and features handwritten details in a plain style.

Invoice from M.L. Levy, Importer of Watches, Jewelry, and Watch Materials located at 66 Nassau Street, room 1, New York, New York. Dated November 24, 1871. The bill includes a list of itemized purchases by W. Hunt, likely for a watchmaking business, and includes a total of $74.10. The billhead is printed on a standard form with neatly written entries. The header has handwritten information indicating the buyer, date, and business.

Invoice from M. L. LEVY, a dealer in watches and jewelry, gold, silver, and fine gold-plated chains, located at 14 John Street, room 3, New York, New York. Dated September 16, 1873. This invoice is for a variety of jewelry and watchmaking materials, such as chains, keys, settings, and springs. It is likely an invoice for materials, rather than completed products, as the detailed lists of watchmaking materials and their associated prices. This invoice was made out to W. Hunt of Uniontown, PA.

Invoice from M. L. Levy, a dealer in watches, jewelry, and materials, located at 14 John Street, Room 3, New York City. Dated November 19, 1874, the bill is made out to W. Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The transaction lists an itemized purchase of materials, likely parts for watches or jewelry, such as pins, rings, and watch parts. The prices of each item are written out. The billhead is a handwritten document.

Billhead of Meyer Corn, manufacturer of and jobber in hats, caps, and straw goods, located at 69 Mercer St., New York City. The billhead is dated April 10, 1886. The bill was issued to Joseph Brooks of Waterloo, NY, and lists several items purchased and their corresponding prices. There is a decorative element that includes a company logo printed in the upper left corner, with the name 'Stockwell London' printed below it. The billhead also has ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Billhead from Meyer Simon, manufacturer of the 'Improved Dress Shirt,' and dealer in men's furnishing goods, located at 462 Broome St, New York, New York. Dated December 16, 1881. The bill is for goods purchased by H. W. Underwood. The billhead features a small framed graphic of the American Institute seal in the upper left corner, an ornate Victorian-style banner reading 'Bought of' below the buyer's name, and the 'Medal of Excellence' awarded to Meyer Simon for shirts in the upper right corner.

Invoice from Meyer Simon, manufacturer of the Improved Dress Shirt and dealer in men's furnishing goods, located at 462 Broome Street, New York City. Dated November 24, 1880. The bill lists several items purchased, likely men's clothing or furnishings, by H. W. Underwood. The billhead features a printed header with the company's name and address. The billhead also includes decorative elements such as a framed header section and a seal with the words 'Medal of Excellence' and 'Meyer Simon, For Shirts' surrounded by an ornate border.

Billhead from Meyer Simon, manufacturer of the “Improved Dress Shirt” and dealer in men’s furnishing goods, located at 462 Broome St., New York, New York. Dated November 26, 1880. The bill is for the purchase of 2 1/2 dozen “can. jackets” at a price of $2.00 per item. The billhead features a printed header section, a company logo, and a seal of excellence awarded to Meyer Simon. The billhead is adorned with several decorative elements, including an ornate Victorian-style font and a seal from the American Institute, New York. The billhead is written in blue ink on a yellowed paper base. The bill is addressed to H. W. Underwood, who likely purchased the jackets for $15.50.

Invoice from Morris S. Herrman, a dealer in woolen rags, located at 9 & 11 Franklin Street, New York City. Dated June 29, 1886. The bill is addressed to John R. Scott & Company. The bill contains a list of items purchased, likely woolen rags, and their corresponding quantities and prices. The billhead includes a printed header with ornate lettering and the business's name and address. The billhead also includes the statement 'Terms Cash'.

A billhead or letterhead for the New York Collar Co., importers and manufacturers of ladies' and children's collars and neckwear, located at 55 Franklin Street, New York, New York. The billhead dates from February 5, 1885. The billhead is addressed to Hower Bros. of Burbank, Ohio, and is a sample of the company's collars, which are being sent on approval. The billhead features simple but elegant lettering with the business name in boldface. It also includes a clear and concise statement of the company's mission, as well as its address and contact information.

Billhead - 3/3/1881 billhead Oestreicher & Meyer maker cloth hats children’s fancy turbans NYC. Billhead to Honig & Schutter, Retail Clothier in Hazelton, Pennsylvania. Schutter is not Jewish...Isaac Honig was President of the Synagogue.

Billhead - Oestreicher & Meyer…Manufacturers of Children's Fancy Turban,,caps and cloth hats…4/30/1881…153 South 5th Ave., NYC. Billhead to Honig & Schutter, Retail Clothier in Hazelton, Pennsylvania. Schutter is not Jewish...Isaac Honig was President of the Synagogue.

Billhead from Rosengarten & Sons, a manufacturing chemist, located in Philadelphia. The billhead is dated February 14, 1878, and includes a list of items purchased by Glover Warner & Clark of Sandy Hook, Connecticut. The billhead features an ornate, cursive script for the business name and the buyer. The header section is framed, with a note that the business is represented by Charles H. Rutherford, at 26 Liberty Street, New York. The billhead also includes the phrase, “Terms: Net Cash.”

Billhead from S. Dessau, an importer of diamonds, carbon, bortz, and precious stones. The billhead is dated April 24, 1883 and was sent to William Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The bill details a single transaction involving the purchase of a stone from S. Dessau by William Hunt. The billhead features a printed header with the business name and address, along with the company's terms of payment. The text has ornate Victorian-style lettering and is framed within a header section.

Invoice from Sam'l Loewenstein, manufacturer of men's neckwear and suspenders, located at 443 & 445 Broadway, New York City. Dated April 10, 1886. The bill lists items purchased by Joseph Brooks, such as “Sashes,” “Band Boxes,” and “Blk,” and the corresponding quantities and prices. The total of the bill is $9.00. The billhead has a printed header with ornate lettering and a decorative border. The business name and address are clearly visible. The billhead also features a trade mark with a lion.

Invoice from Sam'l Loewenstein, manufacturer and importer of gents' neck wear, silk handkerchiefs, and other goods, located at 52 Lispenard Street, between Church Street and Broadway, New York City. Dated May 5, 1881. The bill lists the purchase of various items, including collars, buttons, shirts, handkerchiefs, and sleeves by Joseph Brooks, likely a retailer or merchant. The billhead includes the business address, date, itemized list, pricing, and a section for payment terms and details. The billhead uses ornate Victorian-style lettering with clear, concise formatting.

Billhead from Samuel Corn & Sons, dealers in caps and furs, located at 92 & 94 Greene Street, New York. Dated April 18, 1883. The bill lists the purchase of 1 “Navy Dusty Hats” by Joseph Brooks. The billhead displays the business name and address prominently at the top of the page. The billhead design features ornate Victorian-style lettering, with details such as a stylized C in the name, a decorative border, and a prominent company logo. It also features a section dedicated to terms and payment information. The billhead is written in English.

Invoice from Samuels and Goldberg, Pants Exclusively, located at 481 Broadway, New York. Dated March 6, 1886. The bill lists an item purchased by J. E. & S. W. Doe, likely pants. The billhead includes an itemized list of the purchase, quantities, prices, and total. The transaction is likely an invoice for a purchase of trousers. The billhead features ornamental lettering and the use of red ink for the company name and address. The style reflects the design sensibilities of the late-19th century.

Billhead from Schoolhouse & Oppenheimer, wholesale and retail dealers in fancy & staple dry goods, clothing, carpets, hats, caps, boots, shoes, etc., located on MAIN STREET. Dated April 4, 1866. The bill is made out to Miss M. Hillman and details a variety of purchases, likely fabrics, and their prices. The bill includes a handwritten balance, totalling $74.16. The billhead features a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business and transaction.

Billhead from Seligman, May & Co., manufacturers and jobbers of youths', boys', and children's clothing, located at Nos. 649 & 651 Broadway, New York City. Dated July 6, 1886. The bill appears to be addressed to Joseph Brooks in Waterloo, New York. The billhead features a formal header section, ornate Victorian lettering, and a small logo showing a stylized image of a scroll or scroll-like text. The bill contains a transaction record. It includes an itemized list of the transaction, quantities, and prices. The billhead also includes the terms of payment: cash within 40 days, or a 7% discount on notes.

Bill from Sideman, Lachman & Co., manufacturers of cigars, located at 202 East 100th Street, New York, NY. Dated January 21, 1887. The bill lists a purchase of cigars from Sideman, Lachman & Co. by R. C. Haliday. It shows a total of 5,000 cigars, likely “Dilllon Club” cigars, with a price of $1.20 for 1,000, totaling $325.50. The billhead has a printed header with ornate Victorian lettering, with details for locations of the business in New York, San Francisco, and Portland, Oregon. The bill shows that the order was shipped to R. C. Haliday in Dillon, Montana, and notes that the shipment was delayed due to the holidays.

Invoice from Sol. Mehrbach, Sale and Exchange Stables, located at Nos. 152 and 154 East 24th Street, between Third and Lexington Avenues, New York. Dated December 22, 1884. The bill lists the purchase of two horses - a Bay Mare and a Brown Horse, likely for the Department of Street Cleaning, with prices for each. The billhead features a company logo that includes a detailed illustration of a horse and a decorative text box with the words “Bought of.”

Billhead from Spelman Brothers, importers of fancy goods, notions, and trimmings, located at 355 & 357 Broadway, New York, NY. Dated March 13, 1883. The bill lists the purchase of various items (e.g. “Paper,” “Telephone Paper,” “Telegraph” “Cigarette”, “Dutch Boards” ) by George W. Witbeck of Nassau, NY. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The handwritten transaction details are not legible.

Billhead - from The Rosenberg Manu'f'g Co., located at 496 Broadway, New York City, dated September 26, 1882. The bill lists a purchase of pants from the business by Joseph Brooks, Waterloo, NY. The billhead features a small illustration of pants, and ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Invoice from W. & I. Steinhart & Co., importers and manufacturers of clothing, gents' furnishing goods, and blankets, located at No. 3 & 5 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Also, the company has a location in New York, New York, at No. 82 & 84 Thomas Street. Dated May 2, 1876. The bill was issued to C. O. Ivory, who bought items from the business. The billhead includes a company logo featuring Lady Justice as a central motif.

Billhead from Wolff & Co., manufacturers and wholesale dealers in hats, caps, and straw goods, located at 596 & 596 1/2 Broadway and 130 & 130 1/2 Crosby Street, New York. Dated April 26, 1884. The bill is addressed to Mr. J. Brooks of Waterloo, NY and lists a number of items with quantities and prices, likely related to hats, caps, or straw goods. The billhead uses ornate cursive lettering, with a printed header.

Billhead from D. Block & Co., a dry goods business with locations in Helena, Montana; New York, New York; and San Francisco, California. Dated February 5, 1877. The billhead lists the New York address as 46 West Broadway and the San Francisco address as 22 and 24 Battery Street. J.J. Koenigshofer is listed as running the Helena store.

Billhead from S.F. Myers, dated April 4, 1890. The billhead indicates that the invoice is for Rank 7 Co. The billhead lists addresses in Virginia City, Montana, and New York, New York: 48 & 50 Maiden Lane, 33 & 35 Liberty Street. The header also includes the words "GREAT GRAPHICS".

A business letter written by Joseph Schlesinger, successor to L. Heineman, from Bradford, Pennsylvania to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company in Rheims, New York on May 4, 1880. The letter, written on company letterhead, discusses business matters.

This book contains the by-laws of Metropolitan Chapter No. 140 of the Royal Arch Masons, adopted in March 1868. Printed by L.H. Frank, a printer known for his work with Hebrew texts, the book lists numerous Jewish members. It is not listed in OCLC.

Check issued by I. M. Oppenheim & Co. to Francis Degen on May 10, 1849 in New York, New York. The check is endorsed.

A check signed by J. S. Fischel, dated July 16, 1834, and drawn on a New York bank. The check's specific bank and amount are not visible in the available image.

Check made out to Einstein, Rosenfeld & Co. and endorsed on December 17, 1864. The check was drawn on the George Washington Banking Office in Corning, New York.

This collection comprises three undated trade cards. One card advertises the services of Rabbi J. Sechtzer, likely associated with Beth Israel Hospital in New York, New York. A second card features S. J. Englander, and the third, Joseph Grossman, both located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The cards are printed in English, Hebrew, and German, suggesting a diverse clientele and possibly reflecting the multilingual nature of the communities served by these individuals.

Commercial letter and bill of lading concerning a shipment of pecans from New Orleans, Louisiana to New York, New York. The letter, dated between January 15, 1842 and January 10, 1843, details a transaction between Henry Tobias and L. C. Mygatt. The documents are written in English.

A commercial letter dated December 21, 1825, from Louis Gomez in Wilmington, North Carolina, to H. (Harmon) Hendricks in New York, New York. The letter discusses a draft of funds on T. I. Tobias & Co. and the difficulty of obtaining checks. The writer's signature is unclear, possibly Gomez or Jonas.

Commercial letter from M. I. Tobias & Co. in Liverpool, England, to Henry Tobias in New York, New York, dated June 18, 1844. The letter pertains to business matters.

A commercial letter dated June 4, 1881, from S. Strauss & Co., distillers and wholesale liquor dealers in Charleston, West Virginia, to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company in Rheims, New York. The letter's content is brief.

A commercial letter dated May 11, 1882, from S. Strauss & Co., distillers and wholesale liquor dealers, to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company. The letter was written on high-quality watermarked stationery and discusses business matters. The letter originated in Charleston, West Virginia and was sent to Rheims, New York.

Printed check signed by Edward Goldschmidt. The check features "EDWARD GOLDSHMIDT, RECEIVER" on the side and "NATIONAL BANK OF NORTH AMERICA IN NEW YORK" across the front. Dated October 13, 1897.

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 envelope addressed to S. R. Buford & Co. in Virginia City, Montana, postmarked May 21, 1891, and sent from Sideman, Lachman & Co. in New York, New York. The envelope displays the return address of Sideman, Lachman & Co., 46 Beaver Street, New York, New York, with a date of February 15, 1882 printed on it.

Brass Civil War store token issued by F. Mangold, located at 9 New York Street. The obverse reads "F. MANGOLD" and the reverse reads "9 NEW YORK ST M ..10 CENTS IN GOODS". Dated to 1863, this token is noted as rare (#7 SCH 9 NYSTM) and a similar token sold on eBay for $410.00 on January 4, 2003. Adolph Mangold, possibly related to F. Mangold, a Jewish man who was killed in the Civil War, is honored annually at the Jewish Civil War Memorial in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Check dated July 21, 1834, made out to P. I. Heisch in London and signed by F. S. Fischel. The check was written in New York, New York.

Check issued by G. B. Lichtenberg firm, located at 64, 66 & 66 Congress Street East, New York, New York, dated January 4, 1871. The check includes a revenue stamp.

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 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.

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 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.

Stock certificate for 230 shares in the Keyes-Baker Cigar Rolling Machine Company, issued to Isidore Hersheim and Sigmund Rosenwald on January 22, 1901, in Binghamton, New York. The certificate is signed by Hersheim as president.

Check drawn on Northrup & Chick, bankers, payable to G. W. Pritchett for an unspecified amount. The check is signed by L. H. Hershfield & Bros. and bears a revenue stamp. Dated January 18, 1869. The Merchants National Bank of Helena, Montana, was originally established as L.H. Hershfield and Co. in Virginia City, Montana Territory, and for many years operated as L.H. Hershfield and Bro. It went into receivership in 1897.

A legal document from the New York Supreme Court dated January 27, 1868, pertaining to a case involving Albert Cardozo, James Fisk, and the Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railway Company. The document includes the signature of Albert Cardozo.

Letter from Rabbi S.M. Isaacs, dated June 12, 1854, to the members of the Congregation Shaary Tefilla in New York. The letter discusses the contributions received for the relief of the famished Jews in Palestine. It lists over 130 donors and their contributions. The letter was printed on a single page and measures 9.5 inches by 8 inches.

Letter from Greenebaum Bros. & Co., Bankers, located at No. 1 Nassau Street, New York. Dated December 9, 1874. The letter is addressed to R. D. Gribble of Jefferson, Texas. The letter states that Greenebaum Bros. & Co. has enclosed a corrected list of European correspondents for Gribble's guidance. The letter also states that drafts on Germany are henceforth to be issued in Reichsmarks, which please note. Thalers and Florins cease to be legal currency with the end of the current year. The letter concludes by requesting Gribble to return the old list of instructions.

This letter, dated October 13, 1879, is from J. Schnitzer, a manufacturer of suspenders in New York, to Greenhood, Bohm & Co. in Helena, Montana. Schnitzer discusses a recent order, stating that he has shipped the goods as instructed, including some new styles. He apologizes for a delay, attributing it to holidays. Schnitzer also provides insight into market conditions, noting that he cannot fill orders made at the lowest prices and primarily sells to the city trade, otherwise selling regularly. The item features a printed letterhead for J. Schnitzer, Manufacturer of Suspenders, at No. 35 Walker Street, New York, with the body of the letter handwritten in cursive script. **3.

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 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 one-page stampless letter written by Charles Tobias in Liverpool, England, to his uncle, Tobias I. Tobias, in New York, New York, dated July 1, 1823. Charles requests his uncle not to inform his father about his brother George's misconduct, referencing correspondence from M. L. Mozley regarding problems.

A one-and-a-half-page stampless letter from D. Judah & Co. in Richmond, Virginia, to Edward Pollock & Co. in New York, New York, dated October 9, 1822. The letter discusses drafts received totaling $5,178.63. A third page contains a separate, unusual letter to Tobias, with Judah denying involvement and ending with "I am here where are you? I am done, D J."

A commercial letter written by David Judah to T. I. Tobias & Co. on April 27, 1826. The letter, sent from Richmond, Virginia, to New York, New York, pertains to business matters between the two parties. The letter is a stamped cover.

A half-page, stampless business letter written by David Judah in Richmond, Virginia, to T. I. Tobias & Co. in New York, New York, dated April 27, 1826.

Letter - SCHNEIDER, E.R. TO URBANA WINE COMPANY; 601 & 802 BROAD STREET, Augusta, Georgia. The letterhead reads: “E.R. Schneider, Importer and Wholesale and Retail Dealer in Liquors, Fine Wines, Havana Cigars, Mineral Waters, etc.” Ernst R. Schneider was Jewish, originating from a wave of German-Jewish immigrants who settled in the American South during the mid-to-late 19th century. Following the Civil War, Augusta’s Broad Street became a bustling hub heavily populated by Jewish-owned retail, wholesale, and dry goods merchant operations.Documented Jewish Activities in AugustaThe Schneider family was highly influential and deeply woven into the religious, civic, and cultural framework of Augusta's Jewish community:Synagogue Foundations: The family line was closely associated with Augusta's historic congregations. This included the landmark Congregation of B'nai Israel Synagogue (established as a Reform synagogue, dedicated in 1869, making it the oldest standing synagogue building in Georgia) and later the Orthodox congregation Adas Yeshurun.Commercial Support Network: Like many Southern Jewish merchants of the era, E.R. Schneider functioned within a tight-knit community commerce loop. They provided credit, employment, and mutual aid to newer Jewish immigrants arriving through coastal ports like Savannah.Cultural Legacy: Later generations of the Augusta Schneider lineage went on to establish foundational community landmarks, such as Schneider's Music Center, and produced the city's very first Jewish symphony orchestra musician.

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.

A one-page, stampless letter written by Hayman Levy in Camden, South Carolina, to Henry Tobias in New York City on January 19, 1843. The letter appears to discuss a potential marriage between Levy's daughter and an unnamed individual.

A business letter dated October 22, 1879, from Henry Schmulbach & Co. in Wheeling, West Virginia, to the Pleasant Valley Wine Company in Hammondsport, New York. The letter concerns a shipment of wine received. The letter features an elaborate lithograph on the letterhead.

A business letter dated December 14, 1883, from Henry Solomon & Son, located at 173 & 175 Bay Street, Savannah, Georgia, to the Urbana Wine Company in Hammondsport, New York. The letter features a logo for the Union Steam Mills Co. The letter is part of the 'E' Collection at the University of Pennsylvania.

A one-page letter written by Jonas Hasting in Port Gibson, Mississippi, on February 20, 1837, to T. I. Tobias in New York City. The letter concerns a promise to pay a debt.

A letter written by Judah to Charles Tobias on March 28, 1846, concerning business matters, money owed, and family affairs. The letter was sent from New Orleans, Louisiana to New York, New York.

A one-page letter (4.5" x 8") written by L. J. Sylvester in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Tobias I. Tobias on December 1, 1852. The letter concerns an order for a chest of black tea to be delivered via Adams.

A one and one-quarter page stampless letter from N. Hart in London, England to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York, dated May 13, 1823. Hart congratulates Tobias on the birth of a son; the remainder of the letter pertains to business matters.

Commercial letter sent from New York to L. A. Levy Jr. in New Orleans, Louisiana on April 4, 1842. The letter expresses dissatisfaction or unhappiness, the exact nature of which is not specified in the available metadata.

Autograph letter signed by Samuel Marx to J. L. Jones, written in Richmond, Virginia on September 22, 1843. The letter discusses personal matters, and mentions Marx's position as President of the Bank of Virginia. The recipient's address appears to be New York, New York.

A letter written by Simon Greenbaum to the Urbana Wine Company in Hammondsport, New York, dated February 28, 1882. The letter discusses business matters and was likely sent from Chicago, Illinois.

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.

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 commercial letter written by W. A. Carter to Howard Sanger & Co. on October 20, 1869. The letter was sent from Fort Bridger, Wyoming, to the company's offices in New York, New York. The letterhead displays the address of Howard Sanger & Co. as 105 & 107 Chambers and 89 & 91 Reade Street, New York, New York.

Stock certificate for 40 shares of common stock in the May Department Stores Company, issued to Leah C. Nathan on December 30, 1926. The certificate is signed by the vice president.

Partly-printed document signed "W.F. Hobard Ass Inspr. Genl." This two-page folio muster roll lists over 100 names of soldiers in a Company of Infantry under the command of Captain Silas Call of the 12th, 21st, and 30th Regiments. The muster covers the period from October 31, 1814, to November 19, 1814. The verso lists the names of officers, a summary of casualties (dead, fit for duty, sick, transferred, discharged, deserted), and total numbers. Out of 109 soldiers, 1 deserted and 2 are listed as dead, including the Captain. The document includes the name of Marden Levy. Additional notes describe the New York Fifty-fifth Regiment ("Guard de La Fayette"), its composition of French residents, and its participation in various battles. The document provides context regarding the War of 1812, fought between the United States and Great Britain from June 1812 to February 1815. The war ended in a stalemate.

Nickel-plated match safe advertising 687 & 689 Broadway, Brooklyn. The object's date is unknown but the image suggests it is from around the turn of the 20th century. Found in Ms. Coll. 1410, M, Box 4.

Collection of pre-Civil War playing card tokens. Features tokens depicting the Queen of Diamonds (236 South 36th St., Phila.), the Jack of Clubs (No. 1 Barclay St., NYC), and advertising for Sam'l Hart Card Counter (418 South 13th St., Phila. & 307 Broadway, NY). Tokens are made of white metal and feature a crest with diamond, spade, heart, and club symbols on the back. The tokens also mention Isaac Levy and Lewis I. Cohen, whose businesses merged in 1871 to form the Consolidated Card Co. Dated circa 1863.

Postcard depicting 459 Fulton Street in Brooklyn, New York, featuring a swastika and other symbols. The date is estimated as January 1, 1920. The postcard is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, found in Box 3, Folder 27.

This is one of two volumes of prayer books arranged by Dr. A. Huebach and translated by Alexander Kohut, D.D. It contains prayers for the divine services of Congregation Ahawath Chesed. Published in New York in 1889 by A. L. Goetzl.

Promissory note dated December 1, 1769, payable to Naphtali Hart Myers from Mary Bradstreet. The note was collected and signed by her husband, Colonel John Bradstreet, in Albany, New York. The note was witnessed by Judah, acting as an agent for Myers. Naphtali Hart Myers signed the note twice. This financial record reflects a transaction between Bradstreet and Myers, highlighting a business relationship between the two families.

A U.S. Internal Revenue stamp for playing cards, indicating a five-cent tax. The stamp features an oval design with serrated edges, typical of government-issued stamps of the period. It prominently displays "U.S. INTER. REV." at the top, "SAMUEL HART & CO. PLAYING CARD MANUFACTURERS" in the center, and "PHILA. & NEW YORK" at the bottom, alongside the denomination "FIVE CENTS" and "5". The stamp has decorative borders and text characteristic of 19th-century engraving.

Shipping record detailing the arrival of the ship Aurora in New York City from Liverpool, England on May 24, 1817. The record lists Samuel I. Tobias and Tobias I. Tobias in connection with the shipment.

Shipping record from David Cox to Hendricks & Brothers, documenting a shipment between Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New York, New York on December 8, 1849. The record, written on a stampless letter, includes the H&B mark and an additional letter.

Shipping record detailing the import of goods from Liverpool, England to New York, New York, by Samuel I. Tobias and John Hudson on May 6, 1817. The record indicates the port of entry and likely includes details of the shipment's contents and value.

Shipping record detailing the import of goods by Samuel I. Tobias and John Hudson from Liverpool, England to New York, New York on November 18, 1816. The record indicates the port of entry and likely includes details of the shipment's contents and value.

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.

Shipping record documenting the receipt of merchandise by T. I. Tobias in New York from a family member in Liverpool, England, on April 15, 1835. The record indicates a shipment of cloth. T.I. Tobias was from a well-known Jewish merchant family.

Shipping record documenting the shipment of cloth from M. I. Tobias in Liverpool, England to T. I. Tobias in New York, New York, on February 5, 1835. This is one of two parts of the record.

Trade token issued by Staudinger's, located at 116 Broadway, New York, New York in 1863. The reverse of the token depicts a U.S. shield.

Stereoscopic view card depicting immigrants landing from a barge at Ellis Island. The photograph likely dates from around 1900, given the context of Ellis Island's operation and the lack of more precise dating information. The image provides a visual record of the immigration experience at Ellis Island, capturing the arrival of immigrants by barge.

This trade card advertises the opening of Bronner & Co.'s Clothing Store at 20 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut, identifying it as a branch of their main New York store located at 610-618 Broadway. The advertisement highlights Bronner & Co. as the "Largest Retail Clothing House in America" and promises "GREAT SLAUGHTER IN PRICES!" The obverse of the card features a map of South America and a racist and stereotypical depiction of a Black or Indigenous child/person labeled "Mail Carrier," holding envelopes. Additional decorative elements include small illustrations of workers and a shield design. The card likely utilizes chromolithography, common for trade cards of the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises the opening of a branch of Bronner & Co.'s Clothing Store at 20 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The advertisement highlights Bronner & Co. as "the Largest Retail Clothing House in America," with its main establishment located at 610-618 Broadway, New York. The card promotes the new store opening with the promise of "GREAT SLAUGHTER IN PRICES!" The front of the card features a colorful illustration: on the left, a smiling boy in traditional Middle Eastern attire (turban, vest, loose pants) holds a scroll and a staff, framed by an ornate arch with Arabic script. To his right is a detailed map of Turkey and surrounding regions including Serbia, Bulgaria, Greece, and the Black Sea. A small scene of figures seated under a tree is depicted in the lower right. The reverse side of the card is a text-only advertisement, featuring bold, ornate Victorian-style typography characteristic of the period.

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 a new store owned by A. Wurtenberg in Glens Falls, New York. The front of the card features a child wearing a white head covering. The back of the card is blank. [It is noted that Wurtenberg is a member of the Jewish Publication Society (JPS).]

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 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 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 advertises Bronner & Co., clothiers located at 610-618 Broadway, New York, NY, and 20 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a mail carrier holding a map of Italy, possibly indicating a type of garment or fabric sold by the store. The back of the card features the name Bronner & Co. and the store's address. [Bronner & Co., a clothing store was owned by Gustav and Leopold Bronner in the 1880s].

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 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.

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, Clothiers, located in Glen Falls, New York. The card features a child's head emerging from an envelope. The front of the card is part of a set of three or four cards. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features an illustration of a building labeled “Rockwell House.” The Rockwell House is located in Glen Falls, New York.

This trade card advertises the Cohen Brothers, a clothing store in Glen Falls, New York. The front of the card features a child's head emerging from a large envelope. There is a set of two cards in a set of four. The back of the card is blank. The image on the card is of the Rockwell House building, which was a prominent landmark in Glen Falls, New York. It is unclear if the Cohen Brothers were located in this building, but the presence of the image suggests a relationship to the structure. It is likely that the card was printed in 1885.

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 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 Ehrichs', a store located at 8th Avenue and 24th Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features an image of a young boy with a playmate on his back. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the store.

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 Fred. Brischke's shoe store in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a vase of flowers. The text on the card reads 'Ladies Shoes a Specialty' and '3 Egbert's Block.' The back of the card is blank.

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 advertises Golding's Cigar Store, located at 54 East Genesee, Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of a young girl holding a bouquet of flowers in a vase. Her hands are outstretched, holding the flowers, and she is smiling. She is dressed in a long white dress and her hair is worn in a simple style. The background of the card is green and contains a small flower at the bottom right corner of the card. The illustration is surrounded by text in a decorative font, highlighting the address, Golding's Cigar Store, and the store's location in Syracuse, New York. This card is the fourth and final card in a set of four cards. The back of the card is blank.

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 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. 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 H. Schultz, Cloaks Manufacturing. The business was located at 370 East Water Street, New York. The card features a floral design and decorative border. The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock.

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 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, 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 Herman Ury's millinery and cloak business located at 27 West Main Street in Middletown, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a rotund soldier holding a staff and standing on a platform. Below the soldier are two bunnies. The text 'HEADQUARTERS FOR MILLLINERY, CLOAKES, ETC.' appears on the front of the card. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. The card is printed in shades of brown and black.

This trade card for Hyman & Co., clothiers, features a charming illustration of children dressed in various costumes. The card indicates that Hyman & Co. has offices in New York City at 452 Broadway. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the card advertises Hyman's New Fancy Goods Store, located at 8 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, New York. It lists an extensive inventory, including lace goods, hosiery, furnishings, buttons, woolen goods, yarns, ribbons, notions, fine gold plate and jet jewelry, combs, and more. The store advertises that it is open until 9pm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Steinberg, an upholsterer located at 52 Orchard Street, New York City. The front of the card is pink and features the business name and address in black lettering. The card also includes the telephone number, 975 Orchard. The back of the card is blank. The image is of a card with a pink color scheme, with the company name and address in dark lettering.

This trade card advertises J. Blankenstein, a wholesale tobacconist located at 30 Vesey Street and 630 8th Avenue, New York City. The card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman in a romantic scene. The illustration is part of a set of four cards, and this card represents the “first quarter.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of J. Mandelbaum, a ladies' furnishing retailer located at 20 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The card features two stylishly dressed women, both wearing black dresses and hats. One woman is holding a fan, indicating the type of merchandise sold. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, featuring a pink rose, advertises the jewelry business of J. Saks in Corning, New York. The rose is centered on a field of white with a thin black border. It's possible the card is advertising Saks's line of jewelry or a particular piece of jewelry. The back of the card is blank.

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 for Jos. Wineburgh & Son advertises their jewelry business located at 32 Genesee Street, Utica, New York. The front of the card features an image of a pansy flower. The background is a light green color. The text is printed in black.

This trade card advertises Jos. Wineburgh & Son, jewelers located at 32 Genesee Street, Utica, New York. The front of the card features a pink rose against a dark background. 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 a colorful illustration of a young girl picking fruit from a tree branch. The background depicts a rural scene with fields, a distant house, and a fence. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is for Joseph Jacobs, a clothier and furnisher located at Jones Block, Main Street, in Chatham, New York. [Rogalsky's Old Stand] is listed on the card, suggesting that Jacobs may have taken over a previously established business. The card is the first of a set of four, and depicts a comical scene of a surprise visitor. The image on the front of the card is partially obscured by a glare. The back of the card is blank.

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 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 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.

The front of the card advertises L. Rothenberg & Co., a German pharmacy located in New York. The card is printed with the business name, 'L. Rothenberg & Co.' in black ink, followed by 'NEW YORK GERMAN PHARMACY' in red ink and 'NEW YORK N Y' in black ink. The card appears to be printed on thin, white cardboard. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Leiter Bros., a jewelry store located at 52 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of an owl perched on top of a clock, with a crescent moon in the background. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Tobias, a jeweler located at 166 Bowery, New York. The front of the card depicts an illustration of children playing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for M. Markendorf is located at 36 South Pearl Street, corner of Beaver Street in Albany, New York. The card depicts an image of the State Capitol building in Albany, New York. The front of the card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

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 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 Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children playing with a tricycle, a swing, and a rocking horse. The image likely represents the joy of childhood and the promise of happiness associated with the store's products. The card includes the store's addresses: 565 & 567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street and 619 & 621 8th Avenue, corner of 40th Street. The back of the card contains an advertisement for 'Holiday Bargains.'

This trade card advertises Misfit Parlors, a clothing store located at the corner of Fulton and Elm Place in Brooklyn, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut of a tambourine. The back of the card explains that Misfit Parlors sold custom-made clothing from merchant tailors that had been rejected by clients for one reason or another. The text on the back states that Misfit Parlors bought these garments in large or small quantities for ready cash and sold them to people who could not afford custom-made clothing. [The store was owned by George and Isidor H. Sultzback through the Sultzback Clothing Company.]

This trade card, likely a visiting card, advertises Mrs. Lionel Sutro. The card is white and has a black border. The only text on the card is “600 WEST END AVENUE,” likely the address of Mrs. Sutro. The back of the card is blank.

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 Oppenheim & Co., a boot and shoe store located at 1145 Second Avenue, New York City. The card features a colorful illustration of a dog standing with two children, both of whom are wearing boots. One of the children holds a satchel with the word 'Oppenheim' printed on it, while the other child points to a small white dog that is sitting on its hind legs in the middle of the scene. The dog's tail wags happily as it looks up at the child, who is pointing to the dog with a smile. The overall effect is a cheerful and playful image that would have been appealing to children and families. The back of the card is blank.

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 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 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 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 Bros., shoe dealers located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of a young girl knitting and leaning on a boulder. A boy sits beside her with a fishing pole, and lambs are resting below. This card is notable as it advertises more than just shoes, mentioning a “mammoth trunk and satchel department” connected to the business. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, providing more details about Rosenbloom Bros. and their offerings.

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 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 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 S. J. Nathan & Co., a leading clothier in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy in a colonial-style outfit offering a bird's nest to a girl. The card's description notes that the business is located at the northeast corner of Third and K Streets, with additional addresses at 301, 303, and 305 K Streets, Sacramento. [The company also had a New York Factory located at 78 Reade Street and a Wholesale House at 39 and 31 Battery Street, San Francisco.] The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement for S. J. Nathan & Co.'s offerings, including a variety of men's clothing and accessories.

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 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.

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. S. Nathan & Co., a wholesale dry goods and clothing company with locations in Sacramento and San Francisco, California. The card features a humorous illustration of a lion being carried off by a giant bug. The front of the card states the company's addresses in Sacramento, San Francisco, and New York. The back of the card is blank.

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 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 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 Schranz & Bieber Co., located at 149 5th Ave in New York City, as distributors of a set of 52 animal cards. The front of the card features a picture of a pig. The back of the card lists the company address and states that the cards are part of a set of 52.

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.

Trade card depicting a basket of pink and white flowers. The address 384 Myrtle Avenue, near Adelphi Street, Brooklyn, New York is visible; however, a number is overwritten. The card is part of a larger collection of materials dating from circa 1885. The card suggests a mercantile business at this address.

Trade card depicting images of buildings at 23 & 25 Fourth Street and 324 & 326 River Street, and a dog with a coat, paws on a fence and a little dog with its head on a fence. The card is part of Volume 30, page 18 of archival collection Arc.MS.56. The card is circa 1885 and related to the mercantile business of Julius Saul. Geographic location is approximately 42.7276839998965, -73.6910590000262.

Trade card for Schwartz Toy Bazar located at 300 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York. The card features an eagle on the front and a full advertisement on the verso. The card dates from circa 1885.

Comical set of four trade cards; The front of card #4 depicts a scene with red and black colors, and includes the words "Sobes and Tears, Fury, Wack". The back features a full advertisement for the Star Clothing House located at 130 Washington Street. The cards are circa 1885.

Two commercial letters written in 1838. The first, dated May 16, 1838, is from M. I. Tobias & Co. in Liverpool, England, to Henry and Charles Tobias in New York City. The correspondent mentions a letter from the executor of their deceased parent and discusses business matters, particularly orders and inventory levels for Philadelphia clients. The second letter, dated May 29, 1838, from Fred Tobias in Liverpool to Charles Tobias in New York, mentions Henry's departure for New York and sends family greetings.