Subject: Sales

A broadside for Beerman's Bargain House at 420 Church St. in Norfolk, Virginia, advertising a "Great Slaughter Sale" of $15,000 worth of Men's, Youths', Boys' & Children's Clothing to be sold "AT YOUR PRICE." The advertisement also notes a $5,000 worth of Dry Goods, including Ladies' Capes and Cloaks, Velvets and Silks, and Footwear, which must be sold to make room for Spring Stock. The text mentions "We are growing daily in public favor" and includes a holiday greeting for Christmas and New Year. The broadside features a detailed illustration of a man in formal attire (likely a merchant or customer) on the left side, and uses large, bold, and ornate Victorian-style lettering for "Great Slaughter Sale" and the business name.

A red and black broadside advertising a sale to celebrate 40 years in business by Hyman Finkelstein, located at 51 Orchard Street in New York, New York. Published January 10, 1936.

A letter written on the letterhead of Wolff & Goldman, general merchants in Newport, Arkansas, dated December 16, 1883. J. C. Minor, a traveling salesman, writes to his friends Gray Carroll in Little Rock, Arkansas, explaining his inability to visit due to lack of funds. The letter includes commentary on the social scene in Newport.

One-page letter written by N. Gallinger to Isaac Leeser on March 15, 1858, from Pittsburgh. The letter discusses sales to Rodeph Shalom, with Gallinger identified as Leeser's agent in Pittsburgh.

Appointment card allowing the sender to punch the day and month for a sales appointment. The card is associated with Berry, Wisner, and Lohman. The date on the card is January 1st, 1910, although the card may have been designed earlier than the date of this example.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., clothing merchants located in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card prominently displays the phrase "ON ALL 2.00 SALES, FARE PAID," suggesting a sales promotion or special offer. A pictorial element is present: a drawing of a sailing ship. The address, 174 Bridge St., is clearly indicated beneath the promotional text. The back of the card is blank.

An orange and blue card stock trade card for Levison & Blythe, located at 217 and 219 Olive Street. The front of the card features high-quality lithography, and Albert J. Kletzker is listed as a salesperson. The back of the card displays a list of products. The card dates from circa 1885.

Trade card advertising a semi-annual sale. The front of the card features a black comical image, while the back advertises the sale. The card is dated January 11, 1884, and associated with Julius L. Straus. The card is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the OOS Binder 1, Page 9.