Subject: Publishing

A broadside from the Jewish Publication Society of America, announcing a prize of $1000 for the best story relating to a Jewish subject suitable for young readers. The story should be no less than 20,000 words and no more than 30,000 words. The broadside details the terms and conditions of the contest and the selection process. It notes that the prize-winning work will become the property of the society. The broadside also includes contact information for Henrietta Szold, the secretary to the committee. The document has a simple design and clear, legible lettering.

Billhead for the History Company, publishers of the Works of Hubert Howe Bancroft. The billhead is dated February 1, 1888 and addressed to Adolph Sutro, located at 109 Battery St., San Francisco. The bill details the transaction and amount paid. The billhead includes printed headers, a handwritten address, and an image of a building.

A brief commercial letter from the publishing firm Naar, Day & Naar to E. C. Taylor dated April 20, 1869, in Trenton, New Jersey. The letter is from the office of the Daily and Weekly True American.

This book, "Echoes of the Universe," was authored by Rev. Henry Christmas and published by A. Hart, the successor to Carey & Hart, a prominent Philadelphia publishing house. The book's cover is of pressed cloth, featuring the initials "A H" in its design. The publication represents a significant transition in the ownership of this well-known publishing house which had been known for its publication of Jewish authors and works. A. Hart's name is displayed in gold lettering on the cover.

Published by the Hebrew Publishing Company, located at 122-128 Leonard Street, New York City. Publication date is estimated to be January 1, 1902, based on metadata provided. Further details about the content and nature of the publication are not available.

Autograph letter signed (ALS) from Benjamin Gratz to Thomas J. Wharton, dated December 4, 1826. Written from Lexington, Kentucky, Gratz introduces Thomas Smith as someone interested in publishing Henry Clay's speeches in Philadelphia. The letter includes an integral address to Wharton in Philadelphia. Gratz, a prominent businessman and civic figure in Lexington, was a descendent of a prominent Philadelphia Jewish family. Wharton served as Secretary for the Bar of Pennsylvania and was a founder of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania.

One-page letter written by Henry Jacob Labatt in New Orleans, Louisiana, on December 28, 1850, to Isaac Leeser. Labatt discusses his return from college, plans to study law in New Orleans, and a proposal to establish an agency for Leeser's publications. The letter also includes biographical details about Labatt, revealing his full name and age.

A half-page letter dated January 16, 1852, from Robert Lyon, publisher of the Asmonean (a weekly English publication), in New York City to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Lyon requests Leeser to place an advertisement for the Asmonean in the Occident.

A one-page, stampless letter written by Solomon Henry Jackson to Tobias I. Tobias in New York City on July 29, 1823. Jackson requests assistance from Tobias in collecting arrears from subscribers to his periodical, "The Jew," and in gaining new subscribers in Richmond, Virginia. The letter mentions several subscribers, including Zalma Rehine and David Judah.

This 1794 volume, printed by J. Harrisson for B. Gomez in New York, represents the first book published in the United States by a Jewish publisher. It contains two works: Joseph Priestley's five letters to the Jews and David Levi's two replies. The volume signifies a significant milestone in American Jewish publishing history, showcasing the engagement of Jewish intellectuals with contemporary theological debates. The book is a first American edition, comprising 131 pages and measuring 17cm. It is bound in original period leather.

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.

Book titled "The Messiah, attempted from the German of Mr. Klopstock," printed by George Forman for Benjamin Gomez in 1795. Benjamin Gomez (1769-1828) was a prominent Jewish bookseller in New York, the first of his kind. He published over 20 titles, including works of Jewish interest such as the first American printing of Letters to Dr. [Joseph] Priestley. He was involved in publishing, selling, and binding books until 1802, later becoming treasurer and president of Shearith Israel, the first synagogue in New York City.

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 Cone Brothers, publishers of the Emigrants' Guide. The address 409 Locust Street is handwritten over 5 South Fifth Street. The reverse details land for sale. Circa 1885.