Letter from Moses Franks and George Phillips Regarding a Seaman Captured by a Privateer, St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, May 13, 1800 A letter dated May 13, 1800, signed by Moses Franks and George Phillips, merchants from the United States, in St. Thomas, Virgin Islands. The letter addresses the capture of a seaman by a privateer, noting the absence of an American consul in St. Thomas at the time.
Trade Card for S. Bornstein, Clothier This trade card advertises the clothing business of S. Bornstein in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features two young boys dressed in sailor outfits. They are standing on either side of a sailboat. The background contains a blue sky, white clouds, and a blue body of water. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a listing for Fearey's Protection Toe Albany Shoes.
Trade Card: Cedar Hall Clothing Store, W. L. & C. A. Hirst, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania This trade card advertises the Cedar Hall Clothing Store, owned by W. L. & C. A. Hirst. The front of the card displays the store's name, "Cedar Hall Clothing Store," prominently. Below the name, the address is given: N. E. Corner of Front and South Streets. The text also notes that "Seaman's Clothes Always on Hand" are available. The back of the card is blank.
Trade Card: Joseph Wineburgh & Son, Clock and Watchmakers, Utica, New York This trade card, shaped like a keystone, advertises Joseph Wineburgh & Son, clock and watchmakers. The front of the card features a sailor standing on a keystone. Below the image, the text reads "32 Genesee St." and highlights "Boss & Keystone Cases" as a specialty. The back of the card is blank. The card's design and imagery strongly suggest the late 19th or early 20th century.