Subject: Printing

Newspaper advertisement from the *New York Journal and Patriotic Register*, April 25, 1792, advertising books and stationery sold by Benjamin Gomez, described as the "1st Jewish Book Dealer in the USA." The advertisement is located on page 4, column 4. The advertisement is from a newspaper published in New York, New York.

Printer's proof of the *American Beacon and Norfolk and Portsmouth Daily Advertiser*, a newspaper published in Norfolk, Virginia on January 17, 1838. The proof includes articles on topics such as ships' passage and salt, and mentions individuals named Myers and Myer.

This is the first Hebrew Bible printed in America with vocalized and cantillated text. Published in 1849 in Philadelphia by John W. Moore and John Wiley, it includes a preface by Isaac Leeser in Latin. This edition is considered a significant achievement in American printing and a careful edition of the Hebrew Bible text.

Printed advertisement for the Odd Fellows Lodge Text, published by Moss & Brother, located at No. 12 South Fourth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated October 1, 1852. The advertisement is a broadside and likely part of a stampless envelope. It describes the text, which details the history and traditions of the Order, and encourages lodges to purchase copies.

An invoice from Potsdamer & Co., a commercial lithographic and letter-press printing house, located at 231 Chestnut St. in Philadelphia. Dated September 7, 1876. The bill is for services provided to Congregation Mikveh Israel. The bill details the transaction, which includes the printing of 100 circulars, paper, and envelopes. The billhead is decorated with an ornate Victorian-style design with the company name and address printed prominently in the center. The invoice has been signed by representatives from both businesses.

Billhead from E. C. Markely & Son, printers, for Sulzberger, Mayer in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated April 28, 1873. The billhead showcases the printer's name and address, and details of the transaction to Sulzberger, Mayer.

Billhead from Edward Stern of Global Printing Company. Dated December 17, 1896. The address listed is 112-114 North 12th Street.

Billhead from Glaser Brothers, located at 700 & 702 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri. The billhead is dated August 17, 1893. It is printed on yellow stock and features the lithographic design of a store. The names Adolph Glaser and Joseph Louis are associated with the business.

Billhead from the stationery store of H. Seioliman & Co., successors to Lewis I. Cohen. The billhead is dated August 5, 1848, and lists the address as 134 William Street, New York, New York. The billhead features lithographic printing and is an example of early American commercial printing.

Billhead of Jos. Manegold & Co., located at 36 & 38 Commerce Street with offices in New York City at 216 Church Street. The billhead notes 'Good Litho,' indicating the printing method. Dated October 31, 1894.

Billhead of Louis Langfeld, an engraver, designer, and die sinker, located at 118.120 Walker Street. The date of the billhead is March 30, 1898. The billhead is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

Billhead of Lebenbaum Brothers, located at the corner of Polk and California Streets and 215-217 Sutter Street in San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated September 10, 1888, and includes telephone numbers (2001, with differing numbers of bells for each location). The business was later taken over by Goldberg, Bowen & Co. in 1902. The billhead shows two different printings, indicating a change in location or design within the timeframe.

Billhead from the playing card manufacturer Lewis I. Cohen, dated May 23, 1848. The billhead features a fine lithograph (5" x 8"). Lewis I. Cohen (1800-1854) was a pioneer in mechanized color printing for playing cards, registering a machine in 1835 that could print four colors in one impression. He published his first deck of cards in 1832 and established L. I. Cohen in New York. His playing cards featured an eagle perched atop the Ace of Spades, often surrounded by thirteen stars. In 1850, he sold the stationery portion of his business and retired in 1854, leaving the card manufacturing to his son and nephew, who continued the business as Lawrence and Cohen.

Billhead from Naar, Day, & Naar, Printers and Booksellers, dated July 20, 1880, in Trenton, New Jersey. The billhead features a fine lithograph of a printing office and is from the Office of the Daily and Weekly True American. Joseph Levy Naar, son of Judge David Naar and Sarah Naar, and grandson of Joshua Naar and Sarah d'Azevedo, is prominently associated with this firm and the True American newspaper. The description includes biographical information on Joseph Levy Naar, detailing his career in journalism, his role as editor of the Trenton True American for 32 years, his presidency of the True American Publishing Company, and his succession by Francis Bazley Lee. It also mentions his family and political affiliations.

Billhead of Samuel Sternheim, dated January 9, 1895, listing two business addresses: 27 & 29 Sutter Street and 528 & 530 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The billhead also advertises "GOOD LITHO OF SERVING PIECES."

Billhead from Strauss, Simon & Levy, dated October 22, 1881. The business was located at 179 & 181 Lewis Street, New York, New York. They advertised as dealers in German segar molds, labels, edgings, segar ribbons, electrotypes, presses, segar knives, and cutters. They also offered great lithography for ornamental ship carving.

Billhead from Strauss, Simon/Levy, N., dated October 17, 1881. The business was located at 179 & 181 Lewis Street, York. Their business included ornamental ship carving, German segar molds, labels, edgings, segar ribbons, electrotypes, presses, segar knives, and cutters.

Billhead of The N.Y. Paper Box Co., located at 53 Dey Street in New York City. The billhead features an illustration. Dated March 1, 1893. The billhead is from the collection of Judaica Americana.

Billhead from the San Marcos Free Press, dated May 25, 1888. The billhead mentions Isaac H. Julian in connection with a mercantile transaction in San Marcos, Texas.

Billhead from Emanuel located at 509 Montgomery Street, San Francisco. The date is March 5, 1903. The billhead is part of a larger collection of financial records.

Billhead from Rosenthal Bros., located at 46, 48 & 50 Greene Street. The date on the billhead is October 1, 1995. The item is from archival collection Arc.MS.56, Box 13, Folder 7.

A broadside advertisement for Isaacs' Printers' Supply House, located at 51 Dey Street, New York, New York. The advertisement promotes "Isaac's Magic Kosharine," a cleaning solution for printing presses. The broadside is undated, but likely dates from circa 1890 based on stylistic elements.

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

Business card of Joseph Levin, Gas Fitter, located at No. 1 Eaton Place off Norman Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Printed on white stock. Date estimated as January 1, 1875.

A circa 1890s calligraphy sheet on vellum, featuring both English and Yiddish fonts. This broadside, measuring approximately 9" x 11", is one of several original calligraphy sheets with various fonts that were later compiled into booklets for the architects of the Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul Railroad.

Four-page circular/catalogue from H.J. Jeroliman & Co., successors to Lewis I. Cohen, dated July 1, 1848. Located at 134 William Street, New York. Lists Lewis Cohen Playing Cards. This document conflicts with existing histories of Lewis Cohen, as it indicates a sale of his establishment in 1848, whereas other sources state he retired in 1854. The catalogue highlights the scarcity of early American playing card catalogues.

This pamphlet, published in New York in 1823 by D.A. Borrenstein, reprints William Harris's *Elements of the Chaldee Language*. Intended as a supplement to Hebrew grammars, it serves as a general introduction to Aramaic dialects. This publication is one of the earliest imprints of David Aaron Borrenstein, a printer who initially worked in London before relocating to New York and later New Jersey.

Envelope with a full decal advertisement for Stein Manufacturing, located at 13 Bond Street, New York, New York. The envelope is dated February 5, 1884.

Printed return address envelope addressed to A. Adler in Joliet, Illinois, dated 1893. The envelope contains advertising.

Billhead from Fleisch & Co., dated April 17, 1893. The billhead lists business addresses at 478, 480, and 482 Broadway (Salesroom) and 176, 178, and 180 Grand Street (Factory), New York City.

Broadside depicting the Hebrew alphabet. Printed in New York in 1834 by Solomon H. Jackson for James Seixas. Measures 40 x 34 cm. Shows folds and creases with some loss to the margins. This is the only known copy.

A Hebrew publication printed in New York City by the Hebrew Publishing Company, located at 83-85-87 Canal Street. The publication features early woodblock prints. This item was found in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The publication date is estimated to be around 1910.

Label advertising "Hart's Squared Linen Eagle Nonpareil Pharo Cards." Features a large eagle in the center. The label suggests a connection to Mikveh Israel, a historic Philadelphia synagogue. Created circa 1860 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Six labels in three colors, featuring an illustration of a devil and the tagline "Let the Little Imp Work for You." The labels are printed in both English and Yiddish. Manufactured by the Imperial Products Comp., Inc., Philadelphia, PA. The labels are signed by Sam Halpern. A printing order is noted on the back of one label: 750 sheets in English and 250 sheets in Yiddish. Date of creation is estimated to be January 1, 1920.

A complete deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by Lawrence & Cohen, circa 1860. Predating the use of jokers, these cards are printed on heavy cardboard stock with a colorful back. The Ace of Spades features the Lawrence & Cohen logo, designed by Owen Jones of London. The logo replaced the original logo of L.I. Cohen's father's business, showing an eagle over a shield with "L.I. Cohen" at the top and "Manufacturer 190 WM ST. NY" at the bottom. The cards measure 3 5/8 inches high and 3 1/2 inches wide. The Queen of Hearts shows minor damage in the upper left corner, and some cards exhibit light discoloration. A partial box is included. Lewis I. Cohen, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1800, founded the business. He was a pioneer in mechanized color printing, patenting a machine in 1835 that could print four colors in one pass. He retired in 1854, leaving the business to his son, Solomon L. Cohen, and nephew, John M. Lawrence. In 1871, Lawrence & Cohen incorporated as the New York Consolidated Card Company.

A brief note dated November 28, 1853, from Jacob Mark to Congregation B'nai Jeshurun in New York, New York, submitting a $50.00 payment for a printing job.

A letter written by S. Edinger to Isaac Leeser on November 20, 1865, from New Orleans, Louisiana. The letter orders three dozen Hebrew primers to be sent via Adams Express as soon as possible.

Letter written by Simon Abelson to Isaac Leeser circa 1855 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Abelson requests a replacement for an advertisement featuring A. Myers and Raphael Heile.

Broadside advertisement for Levy's Letter Sheet Wholesale Prices-Current, published in New Orleans, Louisiana on January 19, 1833. Printed by Benjamin Levy, a prominent Jewish printer and publisher in New Orleans.

An advertising envelope from the Levytype Co., designers and photo engravers, located at 96 W. 5th Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The envelope is dated November 23, 1884, and features a visually appealing design on the cover.

This is volume VII of Louisiana Term Reports, printed by Benjamin Levy in New Orleans. Published in 1822, this book represents one of the early works printed by Levy, who was a significant figure in the New Orleans publishing industry, combining printing, publishing, and bookselling. Levy (1786-1860), the son of Simeon and Katty Levy, was a pioneer among Jewish printers and publishers in the American South, and this work exemplifies his early contribution to the field. Levy began his printing business specializing in law books in 1822.

Rare miniature deck of cards, possibly used by sailors, with no numbers on the cards. Handwritten on one spade is "brought from Calcutta by B. Tuttle of the ship John Clark 1869-7". The cards were manufactured by A & E Cohen of London, and are tied with a ribbon with printed suits. This deck is significant due to its connection to the Cohen family, prominent figures in the American and British stationery and playing card industries. The London branch of A & E Cohen played a role in the founding of Henry Cohen Stationary of Philadelphia in the late 1830s. Lewis I. Cohen, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1800, received training in London and became the first American to produce lead pencils and sell steel pens. He mechanized color printing for playing cards in 1835. His son, Solomon L. Cohen, and nephew, John M. Lawrence, continued the business as Lawrence and Cohen, later forming the New York Consolidated Card Company in 1871 with Samuel Hart & Co. and other partners. The deck was likely produced before 1871, given the connection to A & E Cohen London and the handwriting indicating its use in 1869-70.

Deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by the New York Consolidated Card Company, including a rare 'Best Bower' card, a precursor to the joker. The cards are from a Mogul's deck featuring double heads. The cards show light aging but are in good condition; the original paper wrapper is included but shows signs of damage. The cards date between 1871 (founding of Consolidated Card Co.) and 1874 (John Levy's last ace issued).

Business card for Nickel Plate located at 1280 South 4th Street. Date is estimated as circa 1910 based on the collection's overall dating.

A one-cent revenue stamp imprinted with "LC. CO....MAR. 1864." The stamp was issued by Lawrence and Cohen, located at 184 William Street, New York City. Lewis I. Cohen, uncle of Isaac Levy/Hart, who merged in 1871 to form the Consolidated Card Company, is associated with this stamp. The date of the stamp is March 1864.

Wrapper for a deck of playing cards, circa 1845. The wrapper features a depiction of a Scotsman, likely associated with decks featuring plaid patterns. The design is significant due to its connection to the New York Consolidated Card Company, formed in 1871 through a merger of three 19th-century firms: Lawrence & Cohen (founded 1832 by Lewis I. Cohen), Samuel Hart & Co. (founded c.1849 by Samuel Hart), and John J. Levy. The card company's innovations in printing allowed for the transfer of four colors to a sheet in one impression, revolutionizing the industry. The wrapper's existence offers insight into the packaging and marketing practices of the 19th-century card industry and the artistry involved in playing card design.

A full deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by L.I. Cohen in New York City circa 1845. The cards feature an eagle over a shield with "L.I. Cohen" on the shield, and "MANUFACTURER 190 WM ST. NY" printed at the bottom. Lewis I. Cohen, a stationer, invented a printing press in 1835 that allowed four colors to be transferred to a sheet of cards in one impression, revolutionizing the card industry. The cards do not have numbers on them. This deck of cards is an example of Cohen's innovative printing techniques and his contribution to the playing card manufacturing industry in 19th century America.

A complete deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by L.I. Cohen in New York City, circa 1845. The cards feature plain backs and an eagle over a shield on the face cards. The manufacturer's information, 'MANUFACTURER 190 Wm St. N.Y.', is printed at the bottom of the cards. These cards are notable for their rarity. Cohen's invention of a printing press in 1835, allowing for four-color transfer in a single impression, revolutionized the playing card industry. The deck is presented in its original box.

A nearly complete deck of playing cards (32 cards plus one blank card) manufactured by Lawrence and Cohen at 184 Williams Street, New York, circa 1860. This is a rare Keno deck, with each suit starting with an Ace and proceeding to Seven through King, without numbered cards. The cards represent a brief period after the death of Lewis I. Cohen in 1860, when the company was managed by his son Solomon L. Cohen and nephew John M. Lawrence, before the name changed to Lawrence & Cohen in 1864. The Ace of Spades displays the company name and address. Lewis I. Cohen, born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania in 1800, was a pioneer in American pencil and steel pen manufacturing, and introduced mechanized color printing to playing card production in 1835. He published his first deck in 1832. In 1854, he retired, leaving the business to Solomon and John, who continued the "Stars and Eagle" brand. On December 5th, 1871, Lawrence and Cohen, along with Samuel Hart and Isaac Levy of "Samuel Hart & Co." (Philadelphia) and John J. Levy, formed the New York Consolidated Card Company.

A deck of 52 playing cards manufactured by L. I. Cohen in New York City, circa 1835. This deck is considered the earliest known example produced using Cohen's four-color printing press, a significant innovation in playing card manufacturing.

Deck of playing cards manufactured by Lawrence, Cohen & Co. in New York City, circa 1860. The cards are contained in a box with a counter and lack numerical markings. Lawrence, Cohen & Co. operated from 1860-1864, succeeding the firm of Lewis I. Cohen, one of the earliest playing card manufacturers in the United States. Lewis I. Cohen (1800- ), a stationer, was also the first American to make lead pencils and sell steel pens. He began manufacturing playing cards in 1832, and in 1835 registered a color-printing machine capable of printing four colors at once. He retired in 1854, leaving the business to his son Solomon L. Cohen and nephew John M. Lawrence, who continued the brand with the Stars and Eagle design, expanding their market share. In 1871, Lawrence and Cohen transformed the business into a stock company, incorporating Samuel Hart, Isaac Levy, and John J. Levy as partners to form the New York Consolidated Card Company.

Broadside price list for "Harts Squeezers" from The New York Consolidated Card Company, located at 226 West 14th Street, NYC. The broadside, contained within an advertising envelope, includes 11 sample cards. Dated circa 1890.

Copper and lead printing plate depicting a horse-drawn hearse. Signed "Cohen & Co. Cin." Circa 1885.

A printed Reward of Merit certificate awarded to Isaac Hart. The certificate was printed in Providence, Rhode Island by John S. Hammond. The front is inscribed to Isaac Hart. The reverse features a printed poem about a bird. Date of issue unknown; possibly issued between 1836-1853, based on biographical information about Isaac Hart.

A set of twenty-five wood block printer's letters used for headlines. The letters vary in size: one at 3.25", three at 2.825", two at 2.5", four at 2.25", five at 2", two at 1.625", four at 1.5", one at 1.25", two at 0.75", and one at 0.625". The date of creation is circa 1910.

This trade card advertises A. C. Einstein & Bro., printers and jobbers. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two kittens. The back of the card has a comical image of a grasshopper bumping into a man. The back of the card also includes a detailed description of the business's services and location, including the address, 2707 Morgan Street.

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

This trade card advertises the Keystone Printing House located at 136 North 3rd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a design of two cupids, with the Keystone Printing House name at the bottom and the address above. The back of the card lists prices for similar cards.

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

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a paper products company located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy and a girl under an umbrella on a seaside beach with a sailor in the background. The boy and girl appear to be trying to listen in on a conversation. The image includes a ship in the distance.

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.

Trade card advertising Golding & Co. in Boston, Massachusetts. The card advertises a self-inking "Official" press and outfit for printing address cards, claiming it is worth ten times the cost for amusement and enjoyment. The address listed is 183 to 193 Fort Hill Square. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Golding & Co., printers in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card displays an advertisement for their self-inking printing press and printing supplies. The text reads, "$8 will buy a self-inking press and outfit for printing address cards." The back of the card features a simple illustration of a dog.

Trade card advertising the business of Hugo Gorsch. The card lists two addresses: 215 Bowery (New Amsterdam Savings Bank), corner of Rivington St., and a residence at 128 Orchard Street. The card is circa 1885.

This trade card, advertising the Philadelphia firm Jones & Postdamer, features a comical illustration on the front depicting a dog and a cat engaged in some sort of interaction. The style of the illustration suggests a humorous and lighthearted approach to advertising. The back of the card is a calendar for the year 1873. The card also lists the company's address as 321 Chestnut St., Phila. A second image shows a different view of the card.

This trade card advertises the services of Jones & Postdamer, lithographic and letterpress printers located at 321 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. The front of the card displays a comical illustration featuring a chick, similar in style to another card (16-697). The back of the card is blank. [Alfred T. Jones entered into this partnership circa 1872/73. By 1875, he left the lithography trade and established the weekly "Jewish Record," serving as its editor until 1886. He continued his philanthropic work, particularly with the Association of Jewish Immigrants, until his death on October 3, 1888.]

An orange and blue trade card for Levison & Blythe located at 217 & 219 Olive Street. The front of the card shows the address, "Levison & Blythe," and a sample card in green. The back lists various inks. The card is dated circa 1885. The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the OOS, Binder 1, Page 18.

Business card of M. Hamburger, importer and manufacturer of scrap pictures, cards, novelties, etc. The card measures 4 3/4" by 2 3/4" and is printed on card stock. It lists addresses in Berlin, Germany (Oranienburger Street) and New York (No. 306 Broadway). 'Importation Orders a Specialty' is also printed on the card. Circa 1885.

Trade card for M. Moldatsky, located at 344 Williams Avenue in New York, New York. The card includes the handwritten Yiddish inscription, "SEND POSTAL AND I WILL CALL." The card is circa 1885.

Trade card for S. Mear & C.W. Schropp located at 108 North Second Street, Philadelphia. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

This trade card from H. & N. Weinheimer, printers, offers a charming seasonal greeting. The front of the card features a sweet illustration of a young girl tending to a garden of flowers, radiating cheer and innocence. The artist uses delicate lines and shading to create a sense of serenity and warmth. Above the image, the text "A Merry Christmas and Happy New Year" is elegantly displayed. The card likely served as a holiday greeting and subtle advertisement for the printing business. The back of the card is blank.