Subject: Textile industry

A commercial letter dated January 6, 1887, from Katz & Barnett, located at 36, 38 & 40 Camp Street in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. The letter contains an order for 1,000 pounds of thread.

Envelope containing a letter to the trade, two cloth samples, an order form, and a return envelope. Sent from Felix Kahn & Co. on July 27, 1899.

This is a trade directory published in 1888 by Dockham's, providing a comprehensive listing of businesses involved in textile manufacturing and dry goods across the United States. It is a valuable resource for researchers interested in the American textile industry and the participation of Jewish merchants within it during this period. The directory includes numerous entries, offering detailed information on various businesses, their locations, and their proprietors.

This is a 407-page textile directory, known as "The Blue Book," published in 1895. It contains a comprehensive listing of textile businesses and professionals, with a significant number of entries relating to Jewish-owned or operated businesses. The directory serves as a valuable resource for understanding the participation of Jewish individuals in the textile industry at the end of the 19th century.

This pamphlet, likely produced around 1876 (suggested by its connection to the Centennial), showcases the Philadelphia Star Braid Works, owned by brothers S.B. and M. Fleisher. The cover features a lithograph depicting a southeast view from Fairmont Basin, with the Fleisher factory prominently displayed. The pamphlet's content consists of numerous testimonials from customers attesting to the quality of the company's "Star" thread, specifically targeting Baltimore and Philadelphia markets.

Billhead of Bloomingdale, Rhine, Cohen & Bloomingdale, wholesale dealers in cloths, cassimeres, satinets, and vestings. Located at 332 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated October 25, 1870.

Billhead of J. Cohen, a wholesale dealer, packer, and grader in woolen and cotton rags, located at 97th St. Joseph Street. The billhead indicates an establishment date of 1881 and an offer to sell rags at 10 cents per pound. The document dates to March 14, 1898. The image shows a vignette of bales of rags.

Letter from F. Silberman & Bros., dealers in wool, hides, furs, pelts, and other commodities, located at 212 & 214 Michigan Street, Chicago, Illinois. Dated June 27, 1884. The letter is written to Furr Alpaca Co. and discusses a transaction of some type of wool. The letterhead features a decorative border and the company name in an ornate Victorian-style font.

A business letter dated November 13, 1883, from F. Silberman & Bros. in Chicago, Illinois to the Farr Alpaca Company. The letter is written on F. Silberman & Bros. letterhead and discusses business matters, likely related to the textile or animal industry given the recipient.

A commercial letter dated February 9, 1885, from Levy, Loeb, Scheuer & Co. in New Orleans, Louisiana, requesting cloth from the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbia, Georgia. The letter is written on Levy, Loeb, Scheuer & Co.'s letterhead, indicating their business address as 82 Canal Street, New Orleans.

This trade card, dated June 21, 1888, advertises Weil, Dreyfus & Co., a clothing store located in Proctorsville, Vermont, and Boston, Massachusetts. The card is a postcard, with a list of shirts, ties, and other items on the back. It features a one-cent stamp in the upper right corner.

This trade card advertises S. Bachman, a traveling merchant specializing in silk shawls and dress goods. The card is printed in black ink on white card stock. The text indicates that Bachman traveled from New York, and the card likely dates from the mid-19th century based on the style of the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. M. Gans, a hatter and furrier located at 437 State Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card advertises the store's goods and location. The card is printed in black ink on a white background with red lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Eiseman, a clothier located at 1602 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a hand-drawn illustration of a man in a suit and a top hat. The man is standing with his arms crossed and is looking directly at the viewer. The illustration is on a white background. The card is bordered in black with a red and white strip. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Sherman & Co., a dry goods and notions store located at Hill Street at Salmon, Booth & Co.'s Old Stand in Griffin, Georgia. The card is white with black text and features a simple design. The front of the card features the name of the business, its address, and the phrase 'Dry Goods and Notions.' The back of the card is blank. The image shows a large building with the store name visible in the window, and the store location above it. The building appears to have a front entrance with a pair of doors, which could be either double or single.

This trade card advertises Mrs. H. Lowenthal, a dealer in Cohoes knit goods, located at 87 Hudson Avenue, corner of William Street, in New York City. The card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The card also indicates that the store is closed on Saturdays until evening. The card's text is in black with a red border.

This trade card advertises S. & H. Levy, dealers in foreign and domestic dry and fancy goods, gents' furnishing goods, hosiery, etc. The business was located at 113 J Street, between 4th and 5th Street in Sacramento, California. The card has a plain white background, and the text is printed in black ink. The card is likely from the late 1860s or early 1870s.

This trade card advertises S. Aronson, a clothier located at 12 West Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a prominent image of a stag's head. The stag's head is depicted in a large, decorative style, and its antlers are prominently displayed. The background is a solid color, creating a simple yet elegant look. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Oppenhimer, a wholesale jobber in clothing and furnishing goods, located at 1401, corner of Main and Fourteenth Streets, Richmond, Virginia. The card features a simple design, with the business name and address printed in bold, sans-serif font. It is a single-sided card and the back is blank. The card is printed in black ink on white cardstock.

This trade card advertises S. Lowenthal, a dealer in hosiery, hoop skirts, gloves, corsets, and other goods. The card is printed on white stock and features the business name and address in bold text. The address is listed as 141 Lexington Street, one door above Howard, Baltimore, Maryland. The card is visually plain with minimal design elements. It primarily functions as a practical business advertisement.

This trade card advertises J. Romansky & Co., wholesale merchants in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card lists the types of products the company bought and sold, including feathers, beeswax, ginseng, hides, furs, wool, sheepskins, and country produce. The address of the business is listed as 11 S. Main Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Kahnweiler's Ladies Bazaar and Shuttle Sewing Machine Establishment located at 8 South 8th Street, West Side below Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address printed in a decorative font. The background of the card is a textured, beige color. 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.

This trade card advertises F. Oberheuser, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 18 Exchange Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card lists the address of the store as '18 EXCHANGE STREET...BETWEEN CANAL & CUSTOM HOUSE STREET' and also includes an additional address, 'BASEMENT 83 GEORGE ST....EST. 1860'. The card appears to have been printed in the 1870s based on the styling and layout of the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Edward Kakas & Sons, furriers located at 162 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a fox and a squirrel. The card has a red border. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungry, where the family name was Kokesch (a Jewish-Hungarian name). He learned the fur trade in Hungry from his father].

This trade card advertises The Hub Clothing House, located at 472 Broadway, Albany, New York. The card features a simple design with the business name and address printed in bold letters. The card is printed on a thin paper stock, and the color is pale orange with black ink. The back of the card is blank. The card is undated but likely dates to around 1885.

This trade card advertises Henry S. Spier, a clothing merchant located at 51 & 53 North Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card is printed in black and white, and it features a simple design. The front of the card includes the business name and address, as well as a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a retailer of dress goods, cloaks, and furs, located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a large illustration of a circular fan. It is likely that the fan is being used to show off a collection of fabrics, suggesting the types of dress goods sold by the company. The card has a red border with black trim. The back of the card is blank. This card is a duplicate, meaning that there is at least one other identical card in the collection.

This trade card advertises the grand opening of Kohn, Adler & Co., a clothing retailer located at 722 and 724 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in black and white. The front of the card features an announcement of the store's opening on Tuesday, March 8th, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Tobias Kohn, a manufacturer of silk and worsted braids, ladies' cloak and dress trimmings, and other related goods. The card features an elaborate and ornate design. There is a central vignette with the word 'Kohn' in a decorative banner, and a floral design surrounds a woman sitting at a table, perhaps in a shop. The card also includes a graphic of a large, decorative braid. On the back of the card, there are two braids, one silk and one worsted, which are illustrated to depict the braid's construction. The card is bordered with a decorative design, and the business name, address, and product description are printed on the front. The back of the card is not blank. It is an advertisement for 'Tobias Kohn. Manufacturer of Silk and Worsted Braids. Ladies Cloak & Dress Trimmings, etc. 262 Main Street, Hartford, Conn.'

This trade card advertises S. Milberg, a dealer in new and secondhand goods at 189 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The card features a text-only design with the business name, address, and services offered clearly printed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Steinfeld & Co., located at 72, 74, 76 Walker Street in New York City. The card states that the company was a 'jobber of fancy goods, hosiery, laces, embroideries, etc.' It is printed on white cardstock. The business name is centered, the address is below. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Rosen's second-hand goods store, located at 186 1/2 Maine Street in Brunswick, Maine. The front of the card lists the services offered by the store, including selling second-hand clothing, boots, shoes, and furniture as well as pressing and repairing clothing. The card features simple typography and a plain background.

This trade card advertises the business of M. Adler, a clothier located at 55 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is printed in gold on black cardstock, making it unusual for the time. It features the store's address and a simple design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simeon Levy, a dealer in imported and domestic kid gloves. The front of the card, with red text on a white background, states that the office is located at 19 Summer Street in Boston. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Max Kuehl, a manufacturer of fine vests located at 222 Stagg Street, New York. The front of the card features the business's name and address in bold font. The card also describes the business's specialization, 'Manufacturer of Fine Vests.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stadler & Co., a men's and boys' clothing retailer located at 184 to 192 Church Street and 31 & 33 White Street in New York City. The front of the card features a simple, elegant design with the company name and address printed in bold font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kohn Brothers, clothing merchants located at Market and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a simple design with a dark background and white text. The front of the card indicates the business name and address. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a dress accessories retailer located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a circular fan. The back of the card is blank. The card is a duplicate.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a dress goods store located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features an image of a rectangular fan, a common accessory during the 19th century. The description of the business is printed on the front of the card. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the dry goods business of Mrs. S. Hartz, located at 1119 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a simple black and white design, featuring decorative floral patterns and a ribbon across the top. The text at the bottom reads, '1119 W. Baltimore Street.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Wasserman, a dry goods merchant located at 49 North Howard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The card features the business's name and address at the top, with 'Specialties: Alpaca & Mourning Goods' printed below. The card has a black and white aesthetic. The card appears to be printed on both sides, but the back is not visible in this scan.

This trade card advertises R. Goodman, a clothier located at 701 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an advertisement for $1.00 pants. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

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 Siegel Brothers, clothing manufacturers, with a striking illustration of a metalwork piece from the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris, France. The card displays two addresses: 65 & 67 Wooster Street and 163 & 165 South Fifth Avenue. The card is a colorful and eye-catching piece, incorporating various shades of blue, gold, and red in its design. The illustration highlights the intricate details and grandeur of the metalwork exhibit, showcasing the artistic and technical advancements of the era.

This trade card advertises J. S. Cohen, a clothing repairer and cleaner located at 73 East Second Street in Oswego, New York. The front of the card is white with black text. The card lists the phone numbers 117.F and 249.I. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Snyder, Harris, Bassett & Co., wholesale clothiers located at 525 Market Street and 522 Commerce Street in Philadelphia. The card features the business name printed in bold letters at the top with the address printed in a smaller font below it. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Gumbinner & Friedlander, located at 51 Crosby Street, near Broome Street, New York. The card features a simple design with the company's name and address printed in bold lettering. It is a standard 2x3.5 inch trade card format. The front of the card is blank, while the back of the card provides more details.

This trade card, printed on a pale pink cardstock, advertises A. New & Co., a clothier located at 737 Broadway, New York. The front of the card is printed in black with a simple design; the card lists the products sold, including bicycle suits and golf suits, and the name of the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. E. Frank, a clothier located at 238 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an image of two men standing in front of a building that might be a clothing store. The back of the card features a story about the Monroe Doctrine.

This trade card advertises S. Baum & Co., wholesale clothiers located at 34 Walker Street in New York City. The front of the card features a simple design with the company name and address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M.J. Steinberg, a clothing merchant located at 303 North Fourth Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card is black and white with simple typography and features the business name, address, and a border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business located at 246 and 242 E. Madison Street in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a man in a suit with different size options listed. The back of the card lists prices for various suits and a piece of cloth.

This trade card advertises Herman Jantzen, a clothing store located at 284 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The card features a simple design with a prominent advertisement for Herman Jantzen in bold letters. The card is printed in black and white. [There is a smaller image on the card of a man with glasses, but there isn't enough information about the card for us to ascertain what it is advertising].

This trade card advertises S. & I. Amdur & Goodman, clothing manufacturers located at 16 Waverly Place in New York. The card features the company name in bold lettering, followed by their address and phone number (Spring 1829). The front of the card is divided into two sections by a vertical line. The left section shows the business information, while the right section features a design element, although it is too blurry to make out. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mayer & Loewenstein, manufacturers of fine clothing, established in 1846. The card features elegant, intricate graphic designs, showcasing the quality of the business. The card details the company’s office at 80 Beekman Street in New York City and its works located in Long Island City, New York. The business was run by S.W. Mayer, D.L. Mayer, and Loewenstein. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levinstein & Campbell, a manufacturer of cotton goods, with offices at 25 New Chamber Street, New York City. The card notes that the company’s manufacturing works are located in Manchester, England. The card's back side is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Steinberg, a secondhand dealer located at 2500 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address. The back of the card provides a list of fire alarms in the city. The front of the card features a decorative border. The back of the card features a decorative border.

Trade card advertising The Castle Braid Co. and Schloss & Sons, manufacturers, located at 15 & 17 Mercer Street, between Canal and Grand Street, New York, New York. The card includes a lithograph of a factory in Brooklyn. The date is undated but the date range is estimated to be between 1890 and 1910 based on the style and available information.

This trade card advertises R. M. Jonas, a retailer of boys' and children's clothing. The card features the store's name in large, bold print and indicates the store's location at the northwest corner of Howard and Lexington Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Meyers, a manufacturer and wholesale dealer in clothes located at 244 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card has a simple design, with the company name and address printed on the front. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the text 'Manufacturer & Wholesale Dealer in Clothes' at the top and the address at the bottom. There is a decorative banner around the company name and address.

This trade card advertises S. Levison, a dress trimming store located at 350 Main Street, Springfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card is dominated by a drawing of a young girl holding flowers. The card is vertically oriented, with a border surrounding the image, and a large amount of white space. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Ladies' Tailors, owned and operated by K. Herwitz. The business is located at 425 N. Clinton Street, Rochester, New York, opposite Germania Hall. The front of the card announces the business's services, including the making of riding habits and bicycle suits to order. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ellsteader & Urbino, tanners, dyers, and glove manufacturers located in Carlsruhe, Germany. The card lists their agents: M. Buehler & Brother, Goldschmidt, Bachrach & Co. The card is printed in black and white and features a stylized design. The text on the card is in English.

This trade card advertises A. Friedlander & Co., importers and manufacturers of cloaks, suits, and mantles. The front of the card showcases an elaborate, colorful graphic featuring stylized, Art Nouveau-inspired illustrations of women in various elegant garments. The illustrations are arranged around a central text panel that prominently displays the business name and slogan. The back of the card contains a lithograph image of a factory. It lists the business addresses in Boston and New York City as well as factory locations in Berlin, Germany, and Paris, France.

This trade card advertises B. Ballerstein, a clothier located at 340 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is printed on green stock. The front of the card features a large illustration of a man dressed in a suit and hat. The man is holding a scroll. The background is a detailed illustration of a building and landscape. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store, features a decorative lithograph design. The card lists the company's address as 443 & 445 Broadway, New York. The trade card is printed on thick paper stock with a decorative border. The front of the card depicts a group of six figures arranged around a large circular banner. The banner displays the company's name in gold lettering. There are five figures: 1) three children in a line, 2) an adult man seated on a chair, and 3) an adult woman standing holding a book. In the background of the scene there are two large trees, one with a large white bird perched on a branch. Two small, winged creatures in a circular design are in the bottom right corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Stern & Co., a dress goods business located at 37 & 39 Main Street, Bangor, Maine. The card features a black and white illustration of a woman wearing a dress, looking over her shoulder as she walks through a room. The front of the card indicates that the store is directly under the Globe Hotel. The back of the card features an advertisement for a card printer and depicts an owl perched on a fence.

This trade card advertises Henry Gimpel & Co., manufacturers of trimmings. The front of the card lists the company's office at 395 Broadway and factory at 119 Walker Street, both in New York City. The card advertises a variety of trimmings: fringes, gimps, cords, tassels, chenilles, loops, etc. 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 the business of L. Steinfeld located at 184 Main and Sixth Streets, Zanesville, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a town hall. The text indicates that the business sells men's and youths' furnishing goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Gershel & Bro., a purveyor of cloaks, mantillas, and fancy furs located at 233 Eighth Avenue, between 22nd and 23rd Streets, New York. The card is simple, with black text on a white background, and includes the business name, address, and a list of products. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Solomon Reich, a furrier located at 307 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a large illustration of a lion, signifying strength and quality, and the text “Furs, Hats, Caps, Straw Goods.” The illustration also includes children wearing fancy hats. The back of the card features the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Henry Grub, a suit manufacturer located at 10 Pell Street, New York, between the Bowery and Mott streets. The card features a very ornate design with a large font size that highlights the business name and address. The front of the card has text, 'PARLOR SUITS, MANUFACTURER,' written in a bold and prominent font, making it a noticeable advertisement.

This trade card advertises Lyon Brothers, wholesale dry goods merchants located at 33 Cortland Street in New York City. The front of the card, which is printed in black ink, features a simple text layout that lists the name and address of the business. The card also advertises the fact that the business serves as an agent for Excelsior Buck Goods, Gloves, National Fire Works, and Mont Glen Paper Company. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in a plain, simple style.

This trade card advertises Stern Bros., a gents furnishing business located at 4448.50 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card advertises that the store is located next to the New Bank, and features knit jackets as a specialty. The image, likely from the front of the card, shows a man in a dark suit and bowtie. He's carrying a walking stick and wearing a top hat. He is positioned on the left side of the card, with the business's name, address, and information about the store’s specialties to his right. The background is comprised of geometric shapes and a stylized cityscape.

This trade card advertises Joseph Strauss's boot and shoe shop located at 60 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is a deep purple color with the store's name, address, and the words “Boots & Shoes” printed in black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co. The card features a simple, rectangular design with a red border. The company's name appears on the top line, and the location, MARKET, ELEVENTH TO TWELFTH STREETS, is displayed below. The card is labeled as being presented by a salesperson. It is possible this is a promotional or discount card intended for customer use.

This trade card advertises S. Nathan, a tailor and boot manufacturer located at 9 Graces Alley, opposite the Sailor's Home. The card indicates that Nathan cashed seamen's advance notes. The front of the card features an illustration of a clipper ship, a type of fast sailing ship popular in the 19th century. The card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14 and 16 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card is predominantly green and advertises suits, overcoats, ulsters, and ulsterettes. The card advertises a ‘Great Mark Down Ever Known.’ The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hoffman Bros., manufacturers of all kinds of cloth hats and caps. Located at 133 Mercer Street, near Prince Street, New York City, the card features a grey floral background. The front of the card is black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Co., a mail-order clothing business in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a sample of a shirt, with a piece missing, made of muslin. The card also lists the business address: 246, 248, 250, and 252 E. Madison St. The back of the card has a price list and size chart. The card is dated 1872. This trade card is one of two in the same record. The second card is a large, rectangular, vertical card and the card shown is the second card in the record, smaller, rectangular, horizontal card, with the name of the business on the top center.

This trade card advertises H. Rosenberg, a dealer in ladies' fine dress trimmings, located in South Paris, Maine. The card features a decorative border in pink, blue, and black. The text is in black with a white background. The card appears to be a single page. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the Boston Clothing Store, owned by Julius Cohen, in Biddeford, Maine. The card features a stylish, detailed illustration of a man in a suit with a hat and a walking stick. He stands on a sidewalk facing the street, and there is a building behind him. The illustration is surrounded by a patterned border. The business name and owner are printed in bold letters above the image, and there are words about the store below the image. The card is printed in shades of green and red on a white background, and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Blumberg's secondhand clothing business located at 921 Lombard Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card has a red border and a small illustration of a man in a vest and bowtie leaning on a table with a clothing display. The business name and address are printed in bold letters. The back of the card is blank.

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, printed in English, advertises H. J. May & Bro., a clothing merchant located at 300 North Second Street, corner of Vine Street, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a full advertisement promoting their fall line. 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 advertises Gross, a clothing store located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys dressed in fine clothing. They are carrying bags of candy on their shoulders, their faces are obscured but they both have curly hair. The background includes a decorative design. The card lists two addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Streets.

This trade card advertises the Lion Clothing Hall, a men's clothing store owned by Sol. Aarons. The front of the card features a large, vivid illustration of a lion set against a blue background. The image is framed by a red border. The card's address is 1020 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The reverse of the card is blank.

This is one of five trade cards produced by Levi Strauss and Company of San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a miner with a pickaxe and shovel wearing Levi Strauss and Company’s signature “riveted blouse and riveted overalls.” The text on the card reads “Levi Strauss & Co., San Francisco, Cal.” The back of the card features a full advertisement from Levi Strauss and Company, including the company’s trademark. The card is marked as having been in two exhibits: the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati in February and May 2005, and the American Jewish Historical Society’s exhibit in New York City from May to September 2005.

This trade card, one of four in a five-card set, advertises Levi Strauss & Co. of San Francisco. The front of the card features a drawing of two men in blue workwear. The men are shown wearing Levi Strauss & Co. 's Engineers Coat and Combination Coat, both of which are riveted. The Levi Strauss & Co. name and address are printed in large bold letters across the top. The card also notes that the coats are riveted, a key feature of Levi's products. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Levi Strauss & Co., including the company's trademark.

This trade card advertises Liberman and Stevenson's Wardrobe, a clothing store located at 9 N. Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a colorfully rendered illustration of a stylishly dressed ostrich looking at its reflection in a mirror. The card has a reddish cast with a silver background, creating a striking visual effect. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bloom's, a dry goods and house furnishings store located in New York City. The front of the card features a playful illustration of children marching. The back of the card is a full advertisement with a calendar. The card includes an 1877 date.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a clothier located at 81 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a unique illustration. A man in uniform passes a note to a girl through a fence. There is a calendar on one side of the image. The card is dated 1878.

This trade card advertises the grand fall opening of Weil Brothers, clothiers, at 165 & 167 Avenue A, New York City. The card is oval-shaped and features an elegant design in black ink with gold accents. The card is printed on heavy card stock with a smooth, polished surface. The front of the card features an ornate inscription announcing the “Grand Fall Opening” of Weil Brothers. The card is dated 1878. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at Broadway and Prince Street in New York. The card features a man with two boys, all pointing towards a sign advertising 'Max Stadler'. The card also lists an address for the store at 8th Avenue and 40th Street, indicating the company had multiple locations. The back of the card features an advertisement for a 10% sale that ran until January 1, 1880. The front of the card features a dark, background with light colored figures and the white Max Stadler & Co sign. The background includes a small image of two horses and a carriage. The back of the card includes an image of a building in a city setting.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card lists two addresses: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a yellow shoe with a pink rose and blue flies. There is also a yellow bow tied around the shoe's ankle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's and features a greeting for Thanksgiving Day 1880. The front of the card is printed in green with a black figure of a man holding a goose and a basket of food. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Zabinski, a clothier with two locations in New York City: 1499 Third Avenue on the East Side and 2296 Third Avenue on the West Side. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding birds. A calendar is included on one side of the card. The back of the card is blank.

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 Fleischner's, located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's a New Year's greeting card for 1881. The card is green and features a jester and two boys. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Strauss Bros., clothiers located in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a large, elaborate illustration of a young man in a suit and top hat, holding a cane. The man is surrounded by a beautiful, ornate border, with a design resembling an oval or an intricate flower. The background is a light tan color. The date 1902 appears on the bottom right side of the card. The back of the card contains a calendar in an unusual shape. [Strauss Bros. was established in 1877 and was a successful business.]

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., clothing merchants with locations at 1418 Polk Street and 132 Post Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features two girls in a garden setting. One girl wears a blue dress and a red hat. The other wears a red dress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for Rosenthal Bros. & Co. and includes a shoe advertisement for Laird, Schober & Mitchell.

This trade card advertises E. Wineburgh & Co., a general store located at 126 and 128 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a man lying on the ground in a very awkward pose, as if he has been squashed. Two women are watching the scene in disbelief. The man’s body is colored in blue and the women's attire is in shades of red and green. The image has a cartoonish quality, as if to illustrate a comedic accident. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Meyer's, a gents' furnishing store located at 483 Grand Street, New York. The card features an illustration of an older man with a cane, a younger man with a hat, and a dog in a park setting. The text on the front of the card states 'HATS AND CAPES GENTS FURNISHING; FURS CLEANED AND ALTERED...CALL AT MEYER'S'.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, shoe dealers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child dressed as a teacher standing next to a large shoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The bottom of the back of the card features a 1882 calendar and a depiction of a building labeled 'Post Office Building'.

This trade card, dated 1882, advertises S. W. Freund, a dry goods and jewelry merchant located at 329 Grand Street, between Orchard and Ludlow Streets in New York. The front of the card displays a comical scene on a train. Some passengers are sleeping, while others are engaged in more animated activities. The scene is light-hearted, featuring individuals kissing, one holding a newspaper, and a man with a sleeping cap and a wide-open mouth. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Lipsky, a clothing merchant located at 96 Andrew Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman's hand holding a cluster of red and yellow flowers. The business's address is printed beneath the illustration. [There is no information on the back of the card].

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothing merchant in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a young boy being measured for a suit. The card's background depicts a shop interior with clothing racks. The text on the card states '336 & 338 River St./13,15,17 4th St.', indicating the business's address. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Nathan's, a clothing store located at 221 Sixth Avenue, between 14th and 15th Streets, in New York City. The front of the card features a unique illustration of a young boy standing in a cup and saucer. The back of the card features a stamped advertisement, which includes the business's name, address, and possibly other details about the store.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf's Novelty Clothing House of New York. The front of the card features a basket of blue flowers. The back of the card provides the business's address: 1397 3rd Ave., between 79th and 80th Streets, New York City.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, New York Millinery, located at 6 & 8 Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of Minnie Hauck, a popular opera singer of the late 19th century. The card is decorated with ornate lettering and design details, which include flower motifs, a ribbon, and a crown. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a New York Millinery store located at 6 & 8 Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of roses in a vase. The back of the card lists the store's address and advertises other merchandise including watches, jewelry, toys, spectacles, and 'thousand of other items'.

This embossed trade card features a child wearing a pink winter coat and carrying a small package. It advertises S. Cohen & Bro's Philadelphia Shoe Store, located at 163 Locust Street. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store. The card has a red border and is embossed in a decorative pattern.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Clothing, located at 204 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an image of a mother duck and her ducklings. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features an adorable image of a child holding a piece of jellied bread out to their pet dog. The dog sits patiently, waiting for a treat. The back of the card advertises Ehrichs', a cloak and dolman shop located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street. It also features an image of the business's storefront.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a retailer of dress accessories located at 40 and 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two birds perched on a flower, with a decorative border around the edges. The back of the card is blank.

This is a large, folding trade card for Cohn Bros., a clothing store with locations in Addison and Wayland, New York. The front of the card features a hand with a palm divided into different areas. The card unfolds to reveal four pages of fortune telling with instructions. The back of the card is blank. This is the first of four cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Spielmann, Strack & Co., clothiers located at 111 & 113 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a well-dressed man in the latest fashion. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business and includes a lithographic illustration of the store building. [Eschenfelder, A. and Furth, David are also listed as business owners.]

This trade card advertises M.M. Cohn & Co., a clothing retailer located in Little Rock, Arkansas. The front of the card showcases a national advertisement for Dr. Warner Corsets. The card features a red and white color scheme. The back of the card contains additional details regarding the store.

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.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets, Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a child in the center being attacked by a large swan, which has its wings open and seems to be approaching the child. The child is dressed in a blue suit and is holding a red umbrella. The scene appears to be set in a park with trees and a path. The words CORN, GENESEE and NORTH STREETS are listed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child holding a large egg and a pink, wooden dog. The illustration appears to be a child’s drawing, with simple, bold lines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers, located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child holding a large egg and a pussy willow branch. The card has a red border, the background appears to be a pale green or yellow, and is comprised of a horizontal stripe with the store name, address, and “Clothiers & Furnishers” above the child and below the egg. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a child peering into a large egg. A small chick is emerging from the egg, suggesting a theme of new beginnings or growth. The card also includes a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a child looking into a large egg with a rooster coming out of it. The image appears to be a visual metaphor for the abundance and freshness of the clothing offered by Rosenbloom Bros. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, possibly from around 1885, advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a child looking into a large egg. A lamb is emerging from the egg. The background appears to be a wooded area, with a path and a small cottage.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card depicts a child riding a donkey. The image appears to be a scene from a farm, with wheat or corn growing in the background. The business's name is printed below the image, along with the address, and the year 1881. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children riding in a goat-drawn cart. 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, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a family with two children and a man and woman standing inside an envelope-shaped frame. The background is simple, with a solid color and a subtle outline of a building. 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 front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children inside an envelope, pulling on a leg. The children are wearing a variety of clothing, some with hats and gloves. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two children on a swing. The text on the card indicates that the business is located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers located at the corner of Genesee, North, and Corn Streets in Auburn, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a man with an arrow through his hat. The man is depicted wearing a long coat, a hat, and a bow tie. His facial expression suggests surprise, and he is holding an open umbrella in his right hand. The arrow is protruding from the brim of his hat and is pointing to the right. There are small figures in the background. The card features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a design of a red bird perched on a branch surrounded by blue flowers. The background of the card features an ornately-designed building, perhaps a post office building, rendered in dark brown tones. The front of the card has an intricate border in shades of burgundy, tan, and brown, featuring a repeating pattern of leaves and berries.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a woodpecker perched on a tree branch. The image is set against a background of green foliage. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy in a Spanish costume, with a large sombrero and a mustache. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card advertises the clothing merchants S. Rosenbloom & Son at 22 South Salina Street and the corner of Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card shows children positioned within a shaped envelope that has been partially torn open. The illustration is meant to give the impression that the children are peering out from the envelope. The image is framed by a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Lustberg, a clothier located at 379 8th Avenue between 28th and 29th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man rowing a boat. The man is wearing a long coat and a hat, and he is holding a pair of oars. The boat is floating on a body of water, and there are trees and bushes in the background. The back of the card is blank. The card is in a style typical of trade cards from the late 19th century, using a simple design and a humorous illustration to attract attention.

This trade card advertises W. Jacobs, a clothier located at 1177 Third Avenue, between 68th and 69th Streets, New York. The front of the card depicts two comical men in a humorous scene battling a large fish. One of the men is dressed in a tuxedo, the other in a military-style uniform. The card is set against a yellow background with a dark blue border.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street in New York. The card features an illustration of ducks. The image is damaged. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a clothing store located at 289 Sixth Avenue, corner of 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card features a stylized depiction of flowers. It has a very simple design with only the name of the business and the address printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card for Nathan's, a clothing store, features an illustration of a donkey carrying a basket filled with flowers. The business address is listed on the card as 229 Sixth Avenue, corner 15th Street, New York City. The card appears to be a single sided card with a blank reverse side. The card is an example of early 20th-century design, and its colorful image and simple layout are typical of trade cards of the period.

This trade card advertises Strauss', a clothing store located at the corner of Fulton and Fourth Streets. The front of the card features a woman looking through binoculars. She is wearing a large, wide-brimmed hat. There are buildings and other details in the background of the scene. The back of the card provides more information about the business. The address on the front of the card is unclear, but the image shows an awning over the entrance to the store with lettering that says 'Fulton, Corner of Fourth.'

This trade card, part of a set of two, advertises W. Jacobs, a clothing store located at 282 Bowery, near Houston Street, New York City. The front of the card is adorned with a decorative floral border featuring yellow flowers and green leaves. This decorative motif is a recurring design on many of the trade cards found in this collection. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's, a bedding store located at 1218 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bull engaging in a comical fight with a fox. The bull is standing on its hind legs, paws in the air, and the fox is in a defensive posture, with its head lowered. The scene is likely meant to be humorous and is likely meant to represent the idea of Sternberger's being 'tough' on the competition. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Sternberger's bedding products.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's, a furniture dealer located at 1218 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a carnation with the business name printed across the top. The back of the card has an advertisement for bedding.

This trade card features a yellow rose embossed on the front. The back of the card contains the advertisement for C. Roth's clothing business located at 1230 North Second Street in Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises S. Rothschild, a clothier located at 415 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is somewhat damaged, but features an illustration of a boy with a butterfly net. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street and 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The card lists the business name and address in a simple, bold font. There is a small drawing of a dog in the upper right corner, but the rest of the card is blank. The back of the card features a calendar for January through June of 1880, providing a valuable historical reference for the year it was printed.

This trade card advertises the services of Armand Dalsemer, a merchant tailor located at 136 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithographic illustration of a woman. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business. The woman's fashion and pose suggest this card dates to the late 19th century.

This trade card for A. Loewenthal, a clothier located at 805 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features a snow scene. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, located at 116 & 118 N. 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a stage with a red curtain drawn back. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's Furniture Store, located at 1218 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman riding a bucking mule. The woman is wearing a long dress and a hat. She is holding onto the mule's reins. The mule is bucking, and its legs are in the air. There is a large pile of bedding on the mule's back. The card is damaged. The back of the card is a full advertisement for bedding.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, millinery, located at 201 East Water Street in Elmira, New York. The card features an anchor with a rope and flowers, and two leaves. It is printed on cardboard in blue ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 S. Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a child holding a large dog by a rope. The image is simple and focuses on the figure of the child and the dog. The address is prominently displayed at the bottom of the card.

This trade card, which is likely from the 1880s, advertises the clothing business of A. J. Wertheim in Middleburgh, New York. The front of the card features a cartoon-like illustration of a Black man holding a cane. This image is likely intended to be humorous or satirical, but it is important to note that it employs racist stereotypes and reflects the prevailing racial prejudices of the time. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The card has a brown border.

This trade card advertises A. J. Goldman, a dry goods merchant located at 8 King Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an image of Cupid. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store. [A. J. Goldman closed his dry goods store in 1885 due to a sheriff's order.]

This fan-shaped trade card advertises M.S. Liberman, a clothier located at 188 Exchange Street in Geneva, New York. The card's design is simple with the business name and address prominently displayed, and no other details are included on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthall, a clothing store located on Oneida Street in Cohoes, New York. The card features a young man looking at clothes. The front of the card has black and white ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Simon, a clothing merchant located at 98 Washington Street in Hoboken, New Jersey. The card features an illustration of a child wearing a rose hat. The text on the card also indicates that this card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Lowenstein, a clothier in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a man holding his hat on. The image is set against a backdrop of Taylor Opera House. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of J. Feuer, located at 240 & 242 West Fifth Avenue in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of three boys fishing, holding a single fish. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises E. Newman, a dealer in ladies' fine undergarments, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a Bortree corset. The illustration depicts a woman standing with her back to the viewer, facing a mirror. She wears a long gown and a corset. The words 'Bortree Corset' are printed on the corset. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

The front of this trade card advertises A. Goldberg's Clothing Store, located at 264 Spring Avenue, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman standing in a grassy field with a fence and a tree in the background. The card's back features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt's store in Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an advertisement for AUSTENS FOREST FLOWER COLOGNE with the address 94 MAIN STREET printed beneath. The back of the card is blank. [This card appears to be from the collection of J. Reizensten].

This trade card advertises N. Meyers, a clothing store located at 531 Pearl Street and 671 Lorain Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a man courting a woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Golden Eagle Clothing House features an image of a farm wagon traveling through a snowy landscape, evoking a sense of winter and warmth. The front of the card displays the business name, Golden Eagle Clothing House, and its address: 10 E. Third Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Steinfeld, clothing merchants, features a woman in a colonial-style dress sitting and looking out a window. The card lists two addresses for Steinfeld: 242 and 244 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The back of the card features a full advertisement. The front of the card is printed on a light peach background with a light green border. The window has a blue frame and the woman is wearing a yellow dress with an ivory apron.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing merchant located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a woman in a colonial dress sitting beside a young man. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card for Manhattan One Price Clothing Co. features a woman standing next to a body of water, holding a crabbing net. The woman is wearing a long dress with a wide, dark-colored collar and a skirt that falls to the bottom of the card. She has brown, wavy hair and looks directly at the viewer. She stands near an unnamed body of water. There is a dark, rectangular-shaped object near the water and several other small objects that appear to be aquatic plants or a type of algae. The background is light blue, and the border of the card is a deep red. The address and business name are printed in black. The trade card is on the front of the card.

The trade card is for F. Friedman, a dry goods store in Lewiston, Maine. The front of the card depicts a cluster of colorful carnations. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a humorous scene of children tying a balloon to a dog's tail. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Freeman's clothing store. The card states that Freeman's is the first clothing store from Main Street.

This trade card advertises N.A. Moses & Co., a fancy dry goods store located at 43 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features an image of a woman dressed in a fashionable, long-sleeved gown with a high-necked collar and long gloves, her hair styled elaborately. She holds a bouquet of lily-of-the-valley blossoms. Behind her is a beautiful garden scene with colorful flowers. The card has a decorative green border and a banner at the bottom with the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card advertises Myers & Reizenstein, likely a clothing store. The front of the card features a design with a bird. The back of the card has a full testimonial.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler, a clothier located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three puppies. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M.J. Weinberg & Co., a dry-goods store in Akron, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman wearing a bonnet. The image appears to be a detail from a larger illustration. The back of the card is blank. [The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati, Ohio, during an American Jewish Archives (AJA) exhibit in 2005].

This trade card advertises Strassburger & Joseph, a clothing retailer located at 161 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a girl in a bed looking at a boy with a wash basin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg's, a business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of an old mill stream, with a flowing river, trees, and a stone bridge. The illustration is in a light brown tone and creates a sense of tranquility. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Holzheimer & Co., successors to Guttenberg, Rosenbaum & Co., in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a baseball catcher in action. The illustration is bordered by text. The back is blank. [L. Holzheimer was the treasurer of Temple, possibly a synagogue.]

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a clothing store located in Elmira, New York. The front of the card has a bell-shaped design and is predominantly white with a black border. The card features a decorative floral design. The business name, L. Rosenbaum & Sons, is written in bold at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro.'s, a clothing store located in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful scene of a snow-covered landscape adorned with red roses. The design is evocative and visually appealing, likely intended to attract customers. The background features a row of buildings in the distance. The card's back is blank. The card's edges are slightly worn.

This trade card advertises B. Levin's, a clothing store located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a girl holding a cat. The girl is wearing a colorful dress and a large, pink hat. The illustration is surrounded by decorative borders and typography. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Julius Saul, located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children on a beach. One child is wearing a yellow dress and another a blue dress, both with white pinafores. The children are holding buckets and shovels. The background features a body of water, sand, and rocks. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levi, a clothier located in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a fairy holding a rose, a common design motif in the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

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, advertising the clothing store Steinfeld, features a cartoon illustration of a man kissing a woman. The front of the card displays the business address: 15 East Main Street, Rochester, New York. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., a clothing store located in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a portrait of a woman with blonde hair. She is wearing a dark, ruffled dress and a light-colored collar. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for M. Shwartz & Co. depicts two children sitting on a bench. The child on the left is wearing a straw hat and the child on the right is wearing a ribbon around their neck. The image is surrounded by a border of decorative designs. The back of the card is blank. The card was found in a volume of trade cards dated 1885. It is unclear if the card is actually from that time period or if it was found in a volume of trade cards from 1885. The card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing store located in Poughkeepsie, New York.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card displays a large, yellow rose with a green stem and leaves against a light blue background. The rose is the only visual element on the card, occupying the majority of the space. The name 'Rosenbloom Brothers' is printed in a dark blue font at the top of the card, and the address 'Syracuse, N.Y' is printed in the same blue font below the rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a beautiful, dark-eyed young woman on the front of the card. The woman is dressed in an elegant gown with a large, prominent hat. The front of the card has a decorative border and the business name is printed across the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features a man dressed in a colonial style suit. He is standing in a slightly posed position, and the design of the suit and the hair style suggests an earlier period. The text on the card is not visible in the image, but it likely advertises the business of Samuel Cohen, a merchant tailor based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Oppenheimers, a clothing store located at 82 Market Street and 1 Diamond Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical scene of a man caught with a maid by his wife. The man is seen peeking out from behind a curtain while the maid is hiding in a closet. This image is humorous and hints at the store's ability to cater to the needs of different customers, even if they have secrets to keep. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich's Palace of Fashion located at 737 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a winter scene with children playing in the snow. The scene is very colorful and features a variety of figures: two boys with sleds, a girl with a doll, and a girl in a red coat and white boots holding onto a small wooden sleigh. One of the boys has a red hat and the other a blue one. There are two small dogs behind them and a house with a snowy roof in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Mayer, a clothier located at the Southeast corner of Centre Square and Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design with roses. [Mayer was active in Jewish community affairs]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld's, a clothing store in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy wearing a red cap, holding a drum, and accompanied by a monkey. The boy is standing on a platform. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Wertheimer, a dry goods merchant, features a child holding a balance scale. The card includes the address 701 & 703 North 2nd Street. The back of the card is blank. There is a second trade card with the same information, but it has a slightly different design.

This trade card, advertising J. Rothschild, a clothier in Columbia, Pennsylvania, features a depiction of a single, large pink rose. The rose is centered against a white background. The business's address, 236 Locust Street, is printed beneath the rose, with the last line of text appearing to be cut off.

This trade card advertises Joshua Schnurman's dry goods store at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a child riding a frog. The child is wearing a red and white striped dress and a blue hat. The background is a simple design that includes the store name and address. This trade card was at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.

This trade card for S. Rosenblatt & Co. in Rochester, New York, features a simple illustration of a baby holding a rattle. The card has a plain background. The back is blank.

This trade card is a large holiday greetings card featuring a child holding an umbrella in the snow with holly. This suggests that this is a seasonal greetings card that may have been distributed during the holiday season. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Arenovsky's, a clothing store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a colorful bust of a woman, likely depicting a fashionable customer or a model wearing a garment available at the store. The text on the card highlights the store's 'Fall Opening' at the Boston branch. The address, Bridge Street, Westport, is also included. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the card features a young girl, with dark curly hair, in a white dress, holding a bouquet of pink flowers in front of her. The girl is looking at the viewer. The background includes a blue sky with clouds and greenery. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an image of a jaybird. [Rosenbloom's was likely a clothing store run by a Jewish merchant.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Morris Gross, Marble Hall Clothier in Troy, New York, features a comical illustration of a boy ringing a dinner bell for a group of dogs. The card also advertises multiple addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street. The card depicts a picture of Gross' main store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. J. Strauss', a clothing store located at 362 Fulton Street & 4th Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene featuring a man with his family. The back of the card includes a list of prices for various items.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card is shaped like a palette with paint. A young girl in a ballet dress is featured on the card. The card is in the shape of a palette with paints. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a merchant tailor located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a young woman seated astride a mule, facing to the left. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothing merchant located at 324 & 326 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a dark dress and white apron tending to a goat. She appears to be feeding the animal. A wooden fence and trees are in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a hosiery specialty shop in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children sitting on a star-shaped braid. The illustration is surrounded by text advertising their specialties and multiple addresses: 568 & 570 Broadway and 50 & 54 James Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located at Marble Hall, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a well-dressed man standing in front of a mirror, looking at his reflection. The card is shaped like a pallet with paints, which are spread across the surface.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi's Clothing House, located at 652 Penn Avenue in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a rose and a picturesque country scene. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, from P. Ostheim & Son, clothiers, is located at 1102-1104 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman in an oriental dress that is based on a stereotype of women of Asian descent. This stereotyped figure is meant to attract customers and potentially promote the image of the store as a supplier of fashionable or exotic clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Ostheim & Son, a clothing retailer located at 1102-1104 Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young boy wearing a hat. He is the central focus of the image. The background is a simple design with a faded, decorative patterned border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St. in Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a floral design with stylized mushrooms and flowers, printed in red and black ink. The text, printed in black ink, reads 'WHOLESALE AND RETAIL' at the top, with the address below. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Strasburger & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Gay and Front Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a colorful illustration of an owl surrounded by frogs. [The business was owned by Kauffman Strasburger and his son Louis. ] On the front, the card shows a stylized owl standing on a log in a forest setting, with three frogs at the base of the log. The owl is holding a scroll in his beak that reads 'Strasburger & Son.' The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, noting their prices and styles. It advertises $10.00 All Wool English Serge Suits in blue, brown, black, or slate.

This is one of a set of four trade cards advertising L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St., Elmira, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a school boy, depicted as a dunce, with the caption 'I Never Saw That Pin Afore'. The illustration is a racist caricature, and the boy is shown with exaggerated features and dark skin. The card is printed in black and white, and has a red border. The front of the card has the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum & Sons, a wholesale and retail dry goods store located at 201 E. Water St. in Elmira, New York. The card features an image of strawberries and flowers. The front of the card has a red border, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bernstein's Glove Emporium, located at 817 Broadway in New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and girl dressed in colonial-era garb. The boy wears a brown jacket and a blue waistcoat. The girl wears a pale blue dress and a white bonnet. The illustration is done in a style that might suggest the business was still in operation in the early 20th century, but given its placement in a collection of trade cards dated circa 1885, the card is likely from that time period.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a clothing and dry goods store located at 112 & 116 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts an imp or mischievous child fighting with a large bug. The imp appears to be swinging a stick or a club at the bug. The colors are muted, and the drawing is in a simple, almost cartoonish style. The card has a red border. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Silverthau & Son, jewelers located at 200 Chapel Street, in the English Building, New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a cluster of sea shells in a circular arrangement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Jos. Eichbaum & Co. is a vertical card. It features a perched owl on a tree limb, with a dark green and brown background. The company's name and address, 48 Fifth Avenue, are printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Eichbaum & Co., located at 48 Fifth Avenue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of an owl perched on a sign. The owl is a symbol of wisdom and knowledge, suggesting that Jos. Eichbaum & Co. is a reliable and reputable business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., clothiers located at 23 Colony Street in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a close-up illustration of a windmill. The windmill is prominently displayed, emphasizing its presence as a prominent landmark in the city. The background is not depicted, but it is possible the card was printed in red, black, and gold. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., located at 23 Colony Street in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a simple design with a cottage depicted in the center. The cottage appears to have two windows, a door, and a chimney. It is set against a background of foliage and possibly a fence or wall. The design is understated and simple, using only a few colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels & Co., located at 23 Colony Street, Meriden, Connecticut, in the YMCA building. The front of the card features a windmill in the distance, surrounded by fields and trees. The sky is blue with white clouds. The text on the card is in a simple, elegant font, suggesting a traditional and established business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Bernstein, a jeweler and watchmaker, features a comical illustration of a man with a startled expression looking at his watch. The illustration is surrounded by a border in the shape of a keystone, possibly referencing the business' location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The address 1214 N. 2nd St. is printed below the image. The card is likely dated to the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Stern Bros., a clothing business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple design with two dogs. The back of the card includes advertising for the store. No address is listed on the card.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers located in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys playing on a patch of grass. One boy is pulling another on a makeshift rope. The text 'WEAR RESISTANT' appears above the image. Below, the addresses for two stores are listed: 565.567 Broadway Cor. Prince, and 619.621 8th Ave. Cor. 40th. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marcus Cohn, a clothier located at the corner of Main and Ellison Streets in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of an elephant on a boat. The back of the card has a large advertisement for the business.

This is one of three trade cards for Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card depicts a group of children on a beach playing in the water. The back of the card advertises fans and parasols. [The Morgenthau family were Jewish merchants in Chicago and owned a successful dry goods business.]

This trade card, one of a set of three, advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a fancy dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card depicts children enjoying themselves at the seashore under a parasol. Two children are playing in the surf, one in a blue bathing suit and the other in a red and white striped bathing suit. In the background, a building can be seen near a body of water. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co. located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago. The front of the card depicts children on a beach, writing in the sand with a stick. The illustration is rendered in a stylized, almost cartoon-like manner. The back of the card advertises ties, fichues, collars, and cuffs. [Morgenthau Bros. & Co. was founded in 1885 by brothers Siegmund Morgenthau and Hermann Morgenthau, who came to Chicago from Germany in the 1860s. They opened a clothing store on State Street, and expanded their business in the 1880s to include wholesale and retail trade of dress accessories.]

This trade card advertises Henry Nathan, a clothier located at the corner of Van Houten and Ellison Streets in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts children holding the ad, indicating that the business catered to families. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothing merchants located at 67 & 69 Genesee St., Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an image of two lilies growing from a shoe. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black ink on a white background.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods store located at 208 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an elaborate floral design with roses as the prominent motif. The card's text is in a decorative typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. G. Jacobs, a boot and shoe dealer located in Orcutt's Block on Main Street, Rockville, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of children inside a cobbler's shop. Two children are standing inside the shop, a young boy to the right, wearing a red coat, and a young girl on the left, with long hair, wearing a blue dress. The girl is holding her hand to her mouth as if she's laughing. A third child, also a young girl, is seated on the left looking down at a pair of boots. The scene depicts various tools and materials for making and repairing shoes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys singing and playing a violin. They are dressed in suits and are positioned in front of a large, ornate window with a view of the city. The illustration is in a colorful, stylized art style with bold lines and vibrant colors.

This trade card advertises Abe Weil, a clothier located at 114 North 9th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a young woman wearing a light-colored dress and a large hat. She sits with a book open on her lap, and appears to be reading poetry. She is surrounded by daisies. The front of the card features a dark green background and the name of the business in white lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman, possibly a store clerk, in a portrait-style image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three young girls playing with a cat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, clothiers in Auburn, New York. The card features a simple design with a young girl sitting on a bench. The front of the card is black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Bloch & Co., a one-price clothing store located at 174 Bridge Street in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. The card is printed in red and black and features a simple illustration of a child standing on a beach. [The card is described as being “Successors to L. Goldberg.” This suggests that B. Bloch & Co. took over the business from L. Goldberg, who was likely another Jewish merchant in the area.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at 565-567 Broadway and 619-621 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman standing in a wooded area. Her clothing is hard to make out because of the darkness of the image, but she has a white collar and appears to be holding a bag. The text on the card indicates that the company is holding a January sale at cost. The back of the card has a detailed advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises M. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 73 Washington Ave, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a bust of an elaborately dressed Middle Eastern woman with ornate jewelry and a large flower in her hair. She is wearing a long, flowing gown with a patterned bodice. This is likely a generic image for a trade card, rather than a specific portrait. The card has a light blue background with a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum, a clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of two boys on a swing. The back of the card is blank.

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 Spielman Brothers, a dry goods store located at 164 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a design of a basket of berries, with the business name and address printed beneath. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Spielman Brothers, a dry goods store located at 164 West Fifth Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The card features a simple design with an image of a beautiful pink morning glory flower. The illustration is set against a background of a dark blue color, creating a dramatic contrast. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Spielman Brothers, dry goods merchants located at 164 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of a snowball flower, with a small, white flower at the center of a fluffy, white circle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the dry goods store of C. Weisenberger, located at 1732 South 4th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with a bouquet of flowers. The background is mostly blank, leaving space for the business name and address. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Steiner's located at 1937 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia. The front of the card features a floral pattern, with flowers in a variety of colors. It appears to be a decorative card used for promotional purposes, although it is difficult to discern the exact nature of L. Steiner's business.

This trade card advertises Samuel M. Lederer, a clothier located at 207 Greenwich Street, New York. The front of the card features a child standing in a park-like setting, next to a Native American child. The image appears to be a depiction of the relationship between a settler child and a Native American child, and could be construed as a representation of racism and assimilation. The card features an ornate, rectangular frame. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating to the late 19th century, advertises Levi Brothers, a clothing store located at 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two young girls looking at a jack-in-the-box. The card is printed in shades of pink, blue, and green, with a gold border. The card has a blank back.

This trade card advertises Prager's Boston Clothing Store located at 14 Market Square, Newburyport, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two men on unicycles colliding with each other. The illustration appears to depict a street scene, with a row of buildings visible in the background. It is likely this card was meant to be an entertaining and memorable advertisement for the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Meyers, a hatter located at 159 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a scene from a play. Two men are pulling on a woman in opposite directions, likely representing a comedic or dramatic moment from the play. The image suggests the play may involve a theatrical or possibly a romantic conflict. The card is printed in black ink, with a handwritten label at the bottom, possibly indicating ownership or a change of ownership. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a large illustration of Stony Point. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing store located in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features an illustration of a mother and child dressed in colonial garb, likely meant to evoke a sense of tradition and quality. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simon & Co., a clothing store located at 942 N. Second Street. The front of the card is shaped like a palette and features a detailed illustration of a village scene. The back of the card lists prices for suits, indicating the store's specialty.

This trade card, shaped like a pallet, advertises Simon & Co., clothiers located at 942 N. Second St., Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a charming village scene with buildings and trees. The back of the card provides details about the business, including prices for suits.

This trade card advertises H. & D. Cohen, clothiers located at 123 N. Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vase of flowers. The card is a cream color with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. S. Lazarus, a men's furnisher located at 155 Eighth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat against a blue sky and white clouds. The words 'MEN'S FURNISHER...HOLIDAY GOODS IN GREAT VARIETY' are printed in bold, large letters on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G.D. Gorman's Popular Dry Goods Store located at 37 and 39 West Broad Street in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a bird perched on a flower. The card advertises the store as selling Ladies, Misses, and Children's clothes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fuld & Bochlowitz, a dry goods store located at 568 & 570 Broadway, and 50 & 54 James Street in Albany, New York. It features a depiction of Rapunzel, a character from the fairy tale, lowering a rope of yarn down from her tower window for her lover to climb. The card highlights the business's specialty: hosiery. It also advertises 'Star Brand Fleisher's Worsted Yarns.' The card is printed in black ink on a cream-colored card stock. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Jasner, a retailer of silks, shawls, and dress goods located at 419 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card boasts that the business has been established for 36 years. The card features an image of an Indian scene. The text on the card is in English. [Max Jasner was active in Jewish affairs.]

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Bros., a clothing store located at 304 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a child in a basket that is suspended from a tree. A dog rocks the basket. The background of the illustration includes trees, a fence, a house, and a path. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Bierman's Son, a clothing store located at 59 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a large illustration of a young girl in a dress. She is sitting on a small stool with her feet resting on the floor. She has dark hair and a dark dress. The background is a lightly textured cream color, with an embossed pattern that resembles wood or marble. The background color is a warm yellow. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer located in New York City. The front of the card features a young boy playing a mandolin. The illustration is set against a backdrop of a building. Text on the card indicates two of the store's locations: Broadway and Grand Street, and 8th Avenue and 40th Street. The back of the card has a full advertisement for a 'Prior to Stock Taking Sale'.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a blue jay, perched on a branch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The card features two children painting a large egg-shaped object. It is set in front of a building that appears to be a post office. The card features a border with a decorative floral motif. The front of the card has the name of the store, and the address is on the back.

This trade card, printed in the late 19th century, advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a humorous illustration of children rolling a large egg along a sidewalk, with a post office building in the background. The children are dressed in period clothing, and their cheerful expressions contribute to the card's lighthearted charm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene at the zoo, where a man is watering the top of another man's hat. The card features a red border with the business name at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young girl's face surrounded by a circle of roses. The card is in black and white with a gold border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at 22 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a man rowing a boat on a river. The background includes a bridge, a cityscape with buildings, and trees. The image appears to be a stylized drawing with simple lines and colors. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of a red robin perched on a branch. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red, white, and blue border.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls. One girl is holding a parrot on her arm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a wood thrush perched on a branch, surrounded by leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Nunes, a clothing store located at the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Avenues in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a child standing on the rigging of a ship. The back of the card lists various clothing items with prices. It also mentions that the store’s inventory was “slightly damaged by the last storm.” The image of the ship may represent a journey, and the mention of damage may refer to a storm that occurred recently in Philadelphia.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 and 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a humorous image of a man being measured for a suit. The man is wearing a long white coat, and the tailor is measuring his chest with a tape measure. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Muhr's Sons jewelers at 633 & 635 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a young girl holding a jewel, captioned 'Emeraude.' The image is in a black and white style.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 and 326 River Street and 23 and 25 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a bull mastiff, which is the name of a type of dog breed. The illustration appears to be in black and white, and the background appears to be a lighter color. The text is simple and appears to be printed in black ink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a water spaniel, a breed of dog known for its retrieving abilities. The card features addresses for the business, 324 & 326 River Street and 23 & 25 Fourth Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Polack, a clothier at 1316 Farnam Street, Omaha, Nebraska. The card features a snowy scene with roses in the foreground. The card is printed in green and black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mrs. R. Tannenwald, located at 141 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card features a large illustration of Washington, D.C., with Indigenous people overlooking the city. The image highlights the development of the city and the relationship between early European settlers and Native Americans. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store owned by Julius Saul, located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card shows a young girl seated, eating out of a large bowl. The back of the card, not visible in the image, contains advertising details and provides five reasons to buy from Saul. [Julius Saul operated a retail clothing store in Troy, New York in the late 1800s.]

This trade card advertises H. Weinberg's clothing store in Lexington, Virginia. The front of the card features simple, red ink illustrations of a man and a woman standing next to the courthouse. The card is undated but likely dates to around 1885 based on its style. 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 Shoneman Brothers, a well-known cheap trimming store located at 116, 118, 120, and 122 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child selling chapbooks on the street. The card is bordered in red with decorative filigree. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for S. Weil, a clothing merchant located at 521 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania, features a black and white comical illustration. The card's front displays a comical illustration, most likely of Mr. Weil. The back of the card includes a biography of S. Weil. He is described as a member of numerous organizations and an independent voter.

This trade card advertises the New York Store, owned by N. Schirmer and located at 110 Maine Street in Rahway, New Jersey. The card features a simple design with a depiction of a boy holding a fishing rod and standing on a fishing dock. There are clouds and some grassy areas around the boy. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel M. Lederer, a clothier located at 207 & 209 Greenwich Street, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Chinese man holding a child. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Goldschmidt, a clothing merchant located at 70 First Avenue in New York City, between 4th and 5th Streets. The front of the card features a decorative floral motif. The illustration depicts a group of colorful birds perched on branches and flowers with a large bouquet at the bottom. The background is a soft blue, perhaps representing the sky. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. I. Frank's Clothing House, located at 52 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a lively illustration of boys playing baseball, capturing the spirit of the game. The card is an early example of a trade card using this type of illustration. [Moses I. Frank ran the clothing store and was listed in many of the Albany City Directories. His father, Leidon Frank (also a dry goods merchant), is listed in Albany census records along with his father, Leiden Frank, and brother, Isadore Frank. Moses I. Frank was born in Germany.]

This trade card for S. Dreifuss & Bro., clothing merchants in Milton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children playing with a beetle. The children are dressed in colorful clothing. One of the children is holding a wire, and a beetle is jumping over the wire. The front of the card has a red border, and the back is blank. The card also includes the business name, S. Dreifuss & Bro., and the location, Milton, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Cohen's, a clothing store located at 150 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a scene of girls gathering wood in a forest setting. The text on the card indicates that the store is located at Erskine's Old Stand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features a large illustration of a crane standing on a raised platform. The crane appears to be reaching for something in the distance. The image appears to be a wood-block print or engraving. The background is a pale blue, and the image is surrounded by a dark grey border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, from S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store in New York City, features a charming illustration of two children smelling flowers. The store was located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street. The front of the card is in color and the back is blank. The card is part of an archival collection of trade cards from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Nathan's Arcade, located at 183 & 185 Market Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a woman serving tea in a stylized drawing. The background is blank except for the business name in a banner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marcus Cohn, a clothier located at 123 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a prominent illustration of a horseshoe, a symbol of good luck. The text on the card indicates that it is a trade card for Marcus Cohn, a clothier. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed on thick, textured paper. This card is from a volume of trade cards that is not in chronological order. The cards within this volume are predominantly from the late 1880's.

This trade card advertises P. Ostheim & Son, a clothing store located at 1102-1104 Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman sitting on a bench. The woman holds a book, and there are flowers in the background. The woman is holding a card with an advertisement. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's Dry Goods store, located at 290 Chapel Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The front of the card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Stein, a dry goods merchant located at 346 Woodland Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a stylized pallet shape with a bird perched on top. The card's design is simple, with a single color used for the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg & Samuels, clothiers located at 354 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children painting. One child is standing on a stool, while another sits on the floor. The image is framed by a red border. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises A. Rosenblatt, a clothier located at 304 & 306 North Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of Cupid with arrows and wings. The illustration is set against a green and white striped background with a thin, brown border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

The trade card advertises Stern Brothers, clothiers in New York City. The front of the card features a drawing of a young girl wearing a Danish folk costume. She is standing and holding her hands in front of her. The drawing has black outlines and a stippled background. The background is a solid color, but a lighter stippled pattern is visible on the edges of the card. The business address is printed in the bottom right corner of the card. This is a very simple design, almost like a silhouette, featuring a young girl in a decorative dress. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. C. Altman & Bro., a clothing store located in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a large, detailed illustration of a young woman wearing a hat. The woman's head and hat are almost the entire focus of the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the dry goods and dress accessories store of Mrs. F. W. Rice in Oxford, New York. The card features a stylized rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, located at 473 and 681 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of three girls playing with dolls. The girls are dressed in colorful dresses. The card also includes the addresses of the two locations, 473 & 681 Broad Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gross Bros., dry goods merchants located at 108 West Market Street. The front of the card features an elegant woman in a blue dress and bonnet holding a white bird in her left hand. She stands in a floral setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal, a clothing manufacturer located at 375 Eighth Avenue in New York City. The card is designed in the shape of a fan with flowers depicted. It is unclear if the card has a back side, as the image only shows the front.

This trade card advertises F. N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a baseball player in an exaggerated pose, catching a ball. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F.N. Ehrlich, a clothier located at 162 Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. The card depicts a baseball player in a humorous pose, running to a base with an outstretched arm. The card is part of a rare set, and there is another card in the same set (#459). The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a department store in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman dressed in traditional Turkish clothing. She is holding a long, thin pipe. The back of the card includes a full-page picture of a woman wearing a dress and holding a fan. The address of the store, 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street, is printed on the card.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a dry goods and clothing store located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl dressed in an Austrian costume, highlighting the store's varied fashion offerings. The back of the card showcases a boy in a suit, further emphasizing the store's attire for both men and women.

This embossed trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a Philadelphia shoe store located at 163 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card features a depiction of two playful puppies, possibly representing the two brothers of the Cohen family firm. The card indicates that S. Cohen & Bro's was a 'Philadelphia Shoe Store' despite operating in Columbia. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a scene of a moonlit regatta taking place off Long Island Light in Boston Harbor. The back of the card features an advertisement for a boys' sailor suit priced at $2.00. [A. Shuman & Co. was a prominent clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th-century Boston.]

This trade card advertises Sigmund Bruenn's, a clothier located at 9 South Greene Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a dress, sitting with her arms wrapped around herself, and looking away from the viewer. She appears to be sad or crying. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises W. Silverberg, located at 221 Sixth Avenue, New York. The card features a beautiful basket of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. E. Jacobson's clothing and dry goods store, located in the Opera House Block, opposite the Post Office in Northampton, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a group of schoolgirls on an outing. The back of the card has a full advertisement with prices.

This trade card advertises Emanuel L. Fried, a clothier located in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a young girl on roller skates. The background shows a view of a building and trees. The back of the card provides more information about the business. It states that the store was established in 1843 and was located at 171 North Gay Street. The card also includes the address 419 Second Door Above Chestnut.

This trade card advertises the services of Emanuel L. Fried, a merchant tailor located at 419 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls playing on the beach. They are both holding dolls and appear to be enjoying themselves. The back of the card lists the address of the business and the year the store was established: 1843. The back also notes that Fried was active in Jewish affairs, a detail that adds to our understanding of his role in the Baltimore community.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of boys playing hockey on the ice. The background shows a frozen lake, trees and a red barn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, who were retailers of Edwin C. Burt shoes, located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts two cupids and a woman's shoe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street, corner of Railroad, in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman sitting on a park bench, with a tree and a fence in the background. The card has a red border and a decorative design at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. B. & M. Fleisher's "Star Braid" textiles. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a child riding a sled made of thread, with a butterfly nearby. This whimsical scene is likely meant to evoke the softness and lightness of the "Star Braid" product. The main text on the front indicates the company's address as 28 S. Sixth Street. The back of the card is also printed with more detailed information about Star Braid. The style of the illustration and the overall design suggest a production date in the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The card features a colorful illustration of a flower cart that has overturned, spilling flowers and a basket. It is a humorous and slightly chaotic image. The card also depicts a building, possibly the Post Office, in the background. The card itself is framed in a red and white border and has a delicate scroll design.

This trade card, likely advertising men's clothing, features an embossed rose in the center and the store's address of 22 South Salina, corner Railroad. The card is in a standard trade card format, with the business name prominently displayed at the top. It is likely from the 1880s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Star Braid, a textile business owned by S.B. & M. Fleishner. The front of the card depicts a scene from the play Romeo and Juliet, with Romeo standing beneath Juliet's balcony and a thread being lowered down to him. The ad text appears above the illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, a millinery store located at the southeast corner of 7th and Penn Streets in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a die-cut design of leaves in the shape of a hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Rothschild, a clothier located at 236 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card features a decorative image of a single feather. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman's, located at 116 & 118 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized image of a grasshopper. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a decorative floral design, a bunch of roses, and lists multiple addresses: #336 & #338 River St. and 13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, a dry goods merchant located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a girl holding a sheaf of wheat. The design is simple, with an emphasis on the text. 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 black trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers. The front of the card features two pink roses and a butterfly. It also displays a small illustration of a post office building. The back is blank.

This black trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a design of white and pink roses against a black background. The text on the card is too small to read in the image. There is a post office building in the background.

This trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at the corner of Lodi and Laurel Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a child on a cloud looking down at a winter scene. There are two figures in the background, likely in a sled, going down a hill. The card is printed in dark red and black.

This trade card from Schwarz Bro's, clothiers and furnishers located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street, Syracuse, New York, features an illustration of a young girl peering at a hatching egg. A chick is emerging from the egg. This card is the first of four in a series. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is an Easter card, one of four cards in a set. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl looking at a hatching egg. A rooster is emerging from the shell. The illustration is on a white background and surrounded by a black border. The card also lists the address of the business, 218 and 220 Lodi Street. The back of the card is blank.

This Easter-themed trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl looking at a hatching egg. Out of the egg emerges a sheep. The card is part of a set of four cards.

This trade card, from Florsheim Bros. in Chicago, Illinois, features a woman in a 1780s-style dress holding a shoe. The front of the card is dominated by the woman, and the business name is written at the bottom. The back of the card lists the business address: 85 E. Madison Street, Opposite McVicker's Theatre. [The Florsheim Brothers founded the well-known Florsheim Shoe Company, a major player in the American shoe industry.]

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins located at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress painting an outdoor scene. The back of the card features a full advertisement for B. J. Potsdamer's business. The card is printed in a Victorian style, with a detailed border. The design features a mix of geometric shapes, florals, and a decorative cartouche.

This trade card, featuring a young girl in a red dress painting a scene, advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a retailer of umbrellas and parasols at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card, which has a black border, is printed on thin cardstock and features a muted green and brown color scheme. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business, featuring a list of goods offered: parasols, umbrellas, sunshades, canes, and walking sticks. It also includes the address, 700 Arch Street, and the words “Special attention given to repairing.”

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., clothiers located at the corner of Seneca and Ellicott Streets in Buffalo, New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a Japanese umbrella. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. The image on the front of the card appears to be part of a stereotypical representation of Japanese culture.

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 S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a girl standing in a flower garden. She is wearing a pink dress and holding a white flower. The card has a blue border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Kayser, a clothing manufacturer located at 10 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is shaped like a pallet and features an idyllic pastoral scene. It is a landscape scene with a group of cows in a field.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton. The front of the card features a colorful design that highlights the brand's name and logo. The back of the card features a full advertisement for S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co., retailers who likely carried Clark's O.N.T. Spool Cotton products. [S. Waxelbaum & Bro. and S. T. Coleman & Co. were likely Jewish merchants and were most likely located in the southern United States. ]

This trade card advertises Thomas M. Harris & Co., shoe dealers in Macon, Georgia. The front of the card features a large, illustrated advertisement for 'Thomas Harris Shoes.' The back of the card contains a full advertisement with text describing the business. The card includes the text 'S.T. Coleman & Co.,' which is likely a related business.

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. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothing merchants in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a picturesque scene of a stream flowing through a wooded area. The image is framed by dogwood blossoms, a nod to the beauty of the natural world. A post office building is visible in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a woman, Lilly, framing a picture of a winter scene. The image may be of a post office building, as a post office symbol is visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with locations in Jersey City, New Jersey and New York City. The front of the card features a woman with a bright red umbrella standing on a beach shore. The ocean, a lighthouse, and a sailboat are depicted in the background. The illustration is a stylized depiction of a seaside scene. On the back of the card, there is a full advertisement with the name of the store and multiple locations, including a listing for 565-567 Broadway, 619-621 Eighth Ave in New York, and 43-44 Newark Avenue in Jersey City.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum's clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a child playing croquet. The background includes trees and greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including prices. This card is noted as having a related card identified with the number #228.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street in Gloversville, New York. It depicts two children reading a book on the front of the card. The front of the card also notes the business's headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, and mentions four other branches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Rosenbaum's store, which sold French artificial flowers and feathers. The card features a hand-drawn illustration of a woman with a flower-filled hairdo, wearing a feather boa and holding a fan. The text on the card states 'FRENCH ARTIFICAL FLOWERS & FEATHERS' above the address, 407 & 409 NORTHAMPTON STREET, above 4th, Easton, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kline & Bro., hatters located at 605 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a sales person putting a hat on a customer's head. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Frank & Sons, tailors located at 52 State Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a drawing of a tailor measuring a customer. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 North 8th Street. The front of the card features a bust of a well-dressed woman. Both the front and the back of the card are covered with advertising text.

This trade card advertises Silverstein Bros., a clothing store located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The image has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Ephraim, a clothier located at No. 176 Bowery, opposite Delancey Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a boy smelling a flower. He is dressed in a suit and holds a hat in his hand. The background features a building and a cityscape.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a furrier located at 732 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy dressed in colonial clothing. He stands in front of a brick building and holds a fur coat. The background features a stylized cityscape. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Potsdamer, a dealer in umbrellas and parasols located at 700 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a young boy with a spade, standing in the foreground. Behind the boy, a red brick building with a large storefront and signage can be seen, likely representing Potsdamer's shop. The back of the card provides a more detailed advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises B. J. Potsdamer, a dealer in furs and skins, located at 732 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a colonial-style dress. She appears to be standing on a porch or inside a home, as suggested by the balustrade behind her. The card is bordered with floral embellishments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Ephraim, a clothier located at 176 Bowery, opposite Delancey Street, New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl picking a flower. The background features trees and foliage.

This trade card advertises the clothing business Hershfield & Silverstone, located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy holding an American flag, standing next to an American eagle. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children in a goat-drawn cart. There are two children in the cart and a boy walking alongside, all smiling and dressed in colorful clothing. A large building is visible in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Levitsky, a clothing merchant located at 274 Bleecker Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a young boy stealing apples from a basket. The boy is dressed in a striped shirt and pants. He is holding a stick in his left hand and has one apple in his right hand. He looks back at the viewer with a sly grin. The image is set against a backdrop of a leafy tree, with a red brick wall and wooden fence in the background. The back of the card is a full advertisement, promoting Levitsky's clothing offerings and stating that the business has been established since 1857. The back of the card also advertises that Levitsky speaks French and German.

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 Brothers, clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features a comical illustration of an ice skater in the center, with the business name and address above and below the image. The card's overall layout is basic. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothier located at 22 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with an arrow in his hat. It is unclear if he is meant to be startled or pleased by this. The card is in a simple style, with a bold, red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a young girl standing next to a large rabbit, with a post office building in the background. The front of the card is illustrated in black and white. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothier located at 22 South Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a young girl riding a donkey. The image is in color, with the donkey depicted in a brown hue, the girl wearing a yellow dress and carrying a blue basket, and the background rendered in green and blue hues. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hershfield & Silverstone, a clothing store located at 170 Bowery, between Broome and Spring Streets in New York. The front of the card depicts a shepherd with a flock of sheep. The background includes a landscape with a river. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The card has a blue border, with the company's name printed in the center of the card.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located in New York City. The front of the card features a depiction of a young man and woman walking down a street. The text below them indicates two store locations: 565.567 Broadway corner Prince and 619.621 8th Ave. corner 40th. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for a January sale.

This trade card advertises Chas. Reizenstein, a dry goods and notions store located at 152 & 154 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a vase with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing store in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a woman standing by a wall, looking out. She is dressed in a dark gown and shawl. The background is a muted grey. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a clothing merchant in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a woman dressed in a Japanese-style garment. She stands holding a fan with a floral design. The card is trimmed in a dark red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Hartfield, a dry goods store located at 326 Bleecker Street, New York City. The front of the card features a woman walking, while a seamstress fits the hem of her dress. The card includes the phrase “Star Braid.” The back of the card advertises the business as “The Old Reliable Stand” and notes that they have been established for 21 years.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue, New York, between 143rd and 144th Street. The front of the card features a head and bust portrait of a beautiful child wearing a bonnet. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for Stern Bros. features three cats sitting on a bench. The card does not include an address, but does have an advertisement on the reverse side. The front of the card is printed on a white background, and features a black border. A black border is featured around the advertisement on the back.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue between 143rd and 144th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three young children standing on a wall. The illustration is in black and white and is reminiscent of a Victorian-era illustration. The back of the card provides the business address.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy smelling a rosebush. The child is depicted in a simple, youthful pose, creating a charming and engaging visual. The card is likely intended to appeal to families and those seeking clothing for children.

This trade card, featuring a child with a basket of flowers, advertises Jos. Lilienthal, a dry goods store located at 614 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is simple in design, with a white background and the address and name of the store printed in black lettering at the bottom.

This trade card advertises H. S. Adler, a shoe dealer located at 51 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of children trying on shoes in a shop setting. The children are likely in a shoe store, surrounded by shoe boxes and shelves of footwear. The back of the card features a full advertisement with prices for various shoes.

This trade card, shaped like a palette, advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a retailer of ladies' furnishings located at 42 State Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a hunting dog with a red collar, set against a light blue background with a red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar located at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a young boy riding a velocipede who is being crushed by a large, fat man. The background is a busy cityscape. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar. It notes that Freeman's business is a 'Bazaar' where the 'truth is always told.'

This trade card advertises S.J. Nathan & Co., the leading clothier of Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a Punch and Judy show in progress. The show is being held in front of a building that may be Nathan & Co. or its factory in New York City. The text also includes the address for the factory in New York: 78 Reade Street. The text highlights that S.J. Nathan & Co. is a clothing manufacturer. The card has red and black printing. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a young boy dressed in a sailor suit. The card lists the following addresses for Morris Gross: #336 & #338 River St. / 13, 15, 17 4th St. It also includes the text 'Marble Hall Clothier.' The image on the card is on the front. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eiseman Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of 7th and E Streets, Washington, D.C. The card features a charming illustration of a couple ice skating on a frozen lake, with trees in the background. The card features a red, white, and blue border. The card is blank on the back.

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, a clothing store located at 249 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a well-dressed man. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

The front of this trade card advertises the Bethlehem Clothing House. The card features a black background with decorative floral accents in the shape of a banner, a popular motif used in the late nineteenth century. The store's address is listed in the center of the card, including the building name. The text reads 'Bethlehem Clothing House...Peysert's Building; Main Street'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., a manufacturer of ladies' and children's cloaks and suits, located at 8th and Arch Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two dogs dressed in formal attire. One dog is large and the other is small, sitting in a stately pose on a decorative rug. The smaller dog's paws are crossed, while the larger dog sits with its left paw on the rug. The illustration is detailed and includes elements such as the dogs' collars and the pattern on the rug. The back of the card has the address and business name printed in the lower right-hand corner.

This set of four trade cards advertises Kaufman's, a dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of each card features a floral design. One card shows white lilies, another card shows bluebells, and two cards show smaller lily designs. The backs of the cards provide more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of children in colonial garb, serving tea. They are wearing long dresses and vests, with their hair styled in powdered wigs. The card features a border of a floral pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is shaped like a keystone and advertises the Keystone Watch Cases sold by H. Myers & Son. The front of the card features a comical captain in a uniform and with a long beard. The illustration is drawn in a cartoon style with exaggerated features. The background is filled with details such as a ship's wheel, a cannon, and an anchor. The address, 333 Kearny Street, is displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card advertises Keystone Watch Cases, providing more details about the product and the company.

This trade card advertises Cordoza & Co., located at 1005 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a lithograph of a woman. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for corsets.

This trade card advertises the Eagle Clothing House, owned by Benj. Witkowski and located at 23 East Main Street, Waterbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of Jumbo the elephant with a group of children. Jumbo was a famous circus elephant and was often used in advertising during this period. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Gerber, a clothier located at 5 Ferry Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing short pants, an uncommon garment for women in the 19th century. This suggests that Gerber may have specialized in selling more progressive styles of clothing. The card is in color, with a dark background and a lighter-colored figure.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with locations in Jersey City, New Jersey and New York City. The front of the card features a cartoon cat dressed in a formal suit. The back of the card includes a detailed advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., a clothing store located at 6th & South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a young girl enjoying a day at the seashore, holding a shovel. The girl is wearing a dress and a bonnet. The back of the card provides a more detailed advertisement, including pricing for the clothing items offered by Levi Bros.

This trade card advertises Levi Brothers, a clothing merchant located at 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three girls at the seashore, looking toward the ocean. The girls wear long dresses with wide, ruffled skirts. The illustration is framed by a blue border with a stylized white wave motif. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., a clothing store located at 325 Water Street, Elmira, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child sitting with a parasol, possibly in a park or outdoor setting. The illustration is in a vintage style and uses soft colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen's clothing store located at 9 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress feeding goldfish in a bowl. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frank Block, a merchant tailor, located at New York Avenue and Morgan Street in Union, New Jersey. The card features a young man holding a woman's hand. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The front of the card also features a red border and the text 'Opposite the School'.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of birds perched on a morning glory vine. The design suggests a connection to nature and the changing seasons, emphasizing the beauty and natural elements in the surrounding environment. [Rosenbloom and Sons were likely a Jewish family business, though more biographical information is not readily available. ] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating back to the 1880s, advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing retailer located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The card features a simple yet charming illustration of birds perched on a tree branch adorned with yellow flowers. The front of the card has a light yellow background with a border in a dark blue color. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee Street and North Street in Auburn, New York. The card depicts birds perched on the branches of a white dogwood tree with a white trunk. The image is simple and understated, featuring a light blue background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card features an embossed image of a boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The front of the card has a dark blue background, and the boy is wearing a light blue shirt, short pants, and brown shoes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing retailer located in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features an embossed image of a young woman holding a bouquet of flowers. The image appears to be in a vintage style, with the woman wearing a long dress and a floral hat. The background of the card is plain white, and the embossed design is the central focal point. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store located at the corner of Genesee and North Streets in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a floral motif with flowers arranged in a basket. There is a green border, with the name S. Rosenbloom & Son and the address listed on the bottom. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's clothing store in Auburn, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a garden cart filled with pansies. The illustration is framed with a red border. There is no information provided about the store or the business owners on the front or the back of the card.

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 E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a man holding a bunch of colorful balloons. The card has a red border.

The trade card advertises E. Frank, a clothier located at 76 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a soldier standing beside a turkey. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the C. B. D. Clothing House, owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a girl with flowers in her apron surrounded by ducks. The background is a plain, light gray. The card is not dated but was likely printed around 1885.

This trade card, shaped like a round fan, advertises L. L. Adler, a dry goods store located at 290 Chapel Street, New Haven, Connecticut. The card is printed with a black and white image of a woman with a light-colored dress and black hair. There is a red border on the card with the name 'L. L. Adler' in large letters. There are also illustrations of two other women, a man, and various articles of clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Golding's, a dress goods store located at 8th Avenue and 36th Street in New York City. The front of the card features two girls in a park-like setting with a parrot. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including their services and products.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of A. Rosenblatt, located at 304 & 306 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a child playing a drum, standing in front of a banner with a star of David. The card is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for A. Rosenblatt's clothing store.

This trade card for Rosenberg & Co. features a humorous illustration of a dog running away from a man. The background is a simple, plain color. The address, 104 Main Street, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co., a clothing store located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of children looking at clothes inside the store. There are two children on each side of a table, one in a dress, one in a suit, one in a skirt, and the last one in a blue dress. All children are looking at the clothes on the table with smiles. The front of the card also has a decorative frame, with ornate designs and floral accents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co., a clothing store located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The card features a simple illustration of a man wearing a tall hat and looking at clothing hanging from racks. The card is printed in black and white.

This comical trade card advertises Rosenberg & Co. clothiers located at 104 Main Street, Lockport, New York. The front of the card depicts a dog running away from a man. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely a duplicate, features a comical image of a dog running away from a man with a long beard. The man is wearing a black hat and a dark coat. In the background, a building can be seen. The text '104 Main Street' is visible on the card. [There are several possibilities regarding the nature of Rosenberg & Co. Rosenberg & Co. was a clothing manufacturing establishment in Syracuse, New York in the late 19th century. In some trade cards, the firm was located in Buffalo and owned by a person named Abraham Rosenberg. ]

This trade card advertises N. Rosenau, a dealer in umbrellas, parasols, and canes located at 23 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a large, stylized horseshoe and a small illustration of a bird. It's likely that this card is from the front, as the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a millinery goods store located at 409 8th Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets, in New York City. The card features a whimsical illustration of a young boy tying a note around a bird. The bird flies to a tower where a girl is standing and the note is delivered. The girl, who is positioned in a tower, grabs the note and a rope ladder falls, leading to a fall into the boy's arms. This scene is illustrative of the delivery of a message, potentially related to the store's millinery goods. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a clothing and dress accessories store located at 510-514 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and a girl in a park setting. The illustration features a red and white color scheme. The image may represent a park or garden, with a path and flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Chas. W. Waldman, a silk and felt hat manufacturer in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy ironing a hat. The card lists two addresses: a retail store located at 617 10th Avenue, near 44th Street, and a factory at 521 to 523 West 45th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical scene at the seashore. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises J. Seidler, The Clothing House in Idaho Springs, Colorado. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a well-dressed young man and woman sitting on a couch. They are both smiling and appear to be in a romantic embrace. The text 'The Clothing House' is written in a bold, decorative font at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, shaped like a fan, advertises S. Kuhn, a dealer in ladies' furnishing goods located at 151 Canal Street, New Orleans. The front of the card features a detailed illustration of a fan with an intricate design. The fan is partially open and shows a detailed illustration of a landscape scene. The card's shape and design are eye-catching and are intended to attract the attention of potential customers.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a hat-making business located at 9 Winter Street, Boston. The front of the card features an illustration of men working on hats, suggesting a hat factory or workshop. The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Fleishman Bros., dry goods merchants located at 92 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The card is designed with a simple, elegant typography. The front of the card displays the business name and address, while the back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., importers and jobbers of notions, located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a sailor being startled by a tiger. The sailor is standing on a deck and holding a rope. The tiger is jumping from the side of a boat and is about to grab the sailor. The background includes a ship and the sea. The back of the card contains additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Fechheimer Bros. & Co., a clothing store located at 102, 104, 106, and 108 West Fifth Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by flowers. The back of the card provides further information about the business.

This trade card advertises Isaacs & Co., a clothing merchant located at 264 West Fifth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a girl on a sled. The back of the card contains the complete advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Simon Brothers, a dry-goods store in Salt Lake City, Utah. The front of the card features an illustration of an elderly man and woman standing in front of the Jennings Building. The back of the card is blank. [The business was run by L & A Simon Co. of Salt Lake City, Utah. Their buyer was Joseph Simon in New York City.]

This trade card advertises Jake Block's clothing store, The Boston Clothing House, located on R.R. Avenue in Las Vegas, New Mexico. The front of the card features a color lithograph of a boy holding a crow. The back of the card has the full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Koenigheim, clothiers located at 28 & 30 Commerce Street, San Antonio, Texas. The front of the card features a man being measured for clothes. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a retailer of dress goods and trimmings located at 42 State Street, Rochester, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a cat dressed in a tuxedo, with a bow tie and a monocle. The image likely references the store's high quality and fashionable dress goods. The card is printed in black and white with a decorative border. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the Philadelphia Clothing House, located at the corner of Union and Church Streets in Lambertville, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a fishing scene. [The name of the owner of the Philadelphia Clothing House was S. Goldman.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Shulman & Bro., a clothing store located in Fulton, New York. The card features a jester with a monkey, both dressed in colorful costumes. The jester is holding a staff and pointing to the right. The monkey is perched on the jester's shoulder. The card includes the words “Kenyon Block” near the bottom of the card. The card is likely from the 1880s. It is unknown if this is the front or back of the card. The back of the card does not have a description or is not available.

This trade card advertises Jos. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts a whimsical scene of children riding in a wagon fashioned from a giant shoe. The back of the card is blank, but the front features a full advertisement with a printed inscription that details Jos. Mandelbaum’s products.

This trade card advertises Mandelbaum, a clothing store located at 73 Washington Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a dog with a bucket tied to its tail. The illustration is printed in black and white, with red accents on the dog's collar and the bucket. The card is surrounded by a simple black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of children dressed in adult clothing, with a woman on the far left, a man with a mustache in the center, and a woman on the right. The scene suggests a family portrait. The text on the card indicates they are a clothing store.

This trade card features a comical illustration of a boy performing on a trapeze. The illustration is framed by a colorful border. The address, '#336 & #338 River St./13,15,17 4th St.', is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This comical trade card advertises Morris Gross's Marble Hall, Children's Department in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a cartoon illustration of a boy cleaning a coat. The image is set in a room with a bookshelf and several objects, including a chair and a table. The card also includes the addresses 336 & 338 River St./13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Goldenberg & Bro.'s, a clothing store located at 157 North Gay Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two children in a goat-drawn cart. One child is holding a whip and appears to be driving the goat. The second child sits behind them, holding onto the cart. The front of the card also includes the store address. The back of the card includes advertisements for clothing and detailed prices. The card's layout is typical for the time period. It's possible the children pictured on the card are the store owners, as this was common practice in the era.

This trade card advertises M. Katz, a dry goods store located at 305 North Eutaw Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl gathering pebbles at the seashore. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This trade card advertises the Boston Clothing Co., owned by H. Feibelman, located at 40 State Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two Black men, one using an early telephone. One figure is seated on a chair, talking on the phone. The other figure is standing next to the seated figure. The illustration is caricatured and appears to be intended to be humorous, however the illustration uses racial stereotypes and is considered offensive. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirshheimer Bros., a clothing store located at 6 & 8 North Market Street in Canton, Ohio. The card features a well-executed lithograph of a young child dressed in fine clothing, standing with hands on their hips. The child has a serious expression and appears to be wearing an elaborate hat. The child’s clothing features a decorative pattern. The card is bordered in black with red and gold accents. The verso is blank. [The Hirshheimer Bros. were active in Jewish affairs and were early founders of the Jewish community in Canton, Ohio.]

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue near 23rd Street in New York, New York. The front of the card features a black boy in a pose reminiscent of South American imagery, with a caption referencing 'South America'. The illustration is likely meant to promote exotic goods or an emphasis on a specific style of clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers located at 565-567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy pulling boats at the seashore. The scene is framed with a bright blue, green, and red border, while a yellow and orange sun sits at the top of the image. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, including prices for various clothing items.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in a large hanging flower basket. The basket has a floral design and appears to be suspended from a trellis or arbor. The image is quite detailed, with the baby's face, clothes, and the basket's floral decorations being prominently displayed. The colors are vibrant and the overall effect is one of innocence and sweetness. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely dating from around 1885, advertises the clothing business of Rosenbloom Brothers in Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child carrying a basket of flowers. The card appears to be printed in black and white, with the child depicted in a light-colored dress and a straw hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Finkle's, a clothing store located at 135 Genesee Street in Utica, New York. The card features an image of a child sitting on a chair reading, surrounded by toys, such as a doll, a wagon, and a toy horse. The child has short hair and is wearing a dress. The image is set in a room with a fireplace and furniture. The front of the card features a cream background with a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a horse-drawn cart filled with flowers. In the background, a building with a large clock tower can be seen. The text on the front of the card is unclear. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The card features a floral illustration of a cart overflowing with flowers. The cart is overturned and the flowers are spilling out. The illustration appears to be near a building. The front of the card is dominated by the colorful image and the shop's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothing and furnishings store located at 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of an infant sitting under a paper tent. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers, in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of two women in a formal setting. One woman is holding a parrot on her arm. The women are surrounded by ornate furniture, including a couch and a table covered in a patterned tablecloth. The image is likely taken from a magazine or book advertisement. The card is printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers located in Salem, Ohio. The front of the card features a yellow rose with a banner advertising the store's location. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a drawing of two dogs, a Bassett hound and a terrier. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., clothing merchants located at 193 & 109 Summit Street, near Adams, Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy in a high shoe teaching two young girls how to dance. The card is a National Card of Edwin C. Burt. The back of the card is blank.

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 Miller, a clothing retailer located in Bridgewater, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a young boy wearing an oversized military uniform. The boy has a mischievous expression on his face, and the oversized clothing adds to the humorous effect. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hirsh & Brother, a clothing retailer located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a monkey and a goat boxing. The monkey is wearing red shorts and a blue hat, while the goat wears white shorts and a red collar. The background is a plain white color. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, including its address: N. Queen and Market Streets and Centre Square, Lancaster, Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co., clothiers located at 107 Washington Avenue South in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card depicts a caricature of King Cole wearing a crown, with a red face and large white beard. He is shown sitting on a throne wearing a brown coat over a red suit. The card is bordered in red. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Leiter Bros. clothing and furnishing store in Syracuse, New York. The front features a comical illustration of a rose singing to a mouse. The rose is wearing a long dress and a large hat. The mouse is wearing a hat, jacket, and pants and holds a small rose in his paws. The card has a red border and includes the business address: 52 S. Salina Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Bierman's Son, a clothing retailer with locations at 16 Church Street, New Brunswick, New Jersey and 59 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical image of a soldier and a young girl on a bench. The image is a depiction of a popular 19th-century theatrical character, perhaps a character in a popular minstrel show. The card is printed in black ink on a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with two locations in New York City: 565-567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, and 619-621 8th Avenue, corner of 40th Street. The front of the card features a romantic illustration of Cupid holding back a garden gate from a young girl who is trying to enter. The illustration is framed with a green border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi, a clothier located at 652 Penn Ave., Reading, Pennsylvania. [Solomon Levi was buried in the Jewish Cemetery of Reading. His first wife, Amelia nee Sundheim, died September 25, 1880, at the age of 32. She was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mt. in Reading. She was survived by Solomon and a son, who was about 9, and a daughter, who was about 6. Solomon later married his deceased wife's sister, Hannah Sondheim. Hannah and Solomon had one son, Abraham, in 1886]. The card features a fan with a bird, likely meant to represent the business name, 'Solomon Levi'. The text on the card indicates that the business is located 'just below 7th Street'. The back of the card features a listing of electoral votes.

This trade card advertises L. Levi's, a clothier located at 324 Penn Ave., Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink shoe filled with flowers. The design suggests this store sold women's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Levi's, a clothier located at 324 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of an elaborate floral arrangement, a bouquet of flowers, placed inside a purple shoe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sylvan Dalsheimer, a clothier located at 122 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl making a snowball. She wears a red dress and has long, flowing hair. She is surrounded by snow-covered trees and a picket fence. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eichmann & Meier, a clothing store located at 506 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a design with a vase of roses and lilies. The background has a dark checkered pattern, and the top of the card is a decorative red and white border. The card is printed on heavy stock, typical of trade cards of the period. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischner's, a business located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three children ice skating on a frozen pond. The background is a winter landscape with snow-covered trees and buildings. The illustration is drawn in a simple style, typical of trade cards from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card features a colorful floral design with red roses. The text on the front indicates the business is located at 25 North Eighth Street. The back of the card includes a full advertisement that lists the products sold by Charles Kaufman's, including laces of all descriptions, gloves, and buttons.

This trade card advertises Charles Kaufman's, a clothier located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three puppies nestled in a basket of red flowers. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises B. Levin's clothing store located at 317 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl sitting on a bench with a dog. The back of the card advertises the store with text, including the name 'Morris Levin, Manager'. The back of the card includes the phrase 'Men, Boys, Philadelphia Clothing House.'

This trade card advertises B. Gross, a clothing store located at 439 West Lehigh Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman in a purple dress holding a purple parasol and wearing purple shoes. The woman is standing on a light colored walkway, possibly a sidewalk, with greenery in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, advertising that the store offers an album or vases to those who make a purchase of $15.00. The card also encourages customers to 'ask for a punch card.'

This trade card advertises Heilman's, a clothing store located at 604 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylish illustration of a young woman in a green dress with a white lace collar and a green hat. Her brown tie and mittens add a touch of elegance to her ensemble. The text on the card mentions a 'new store' and indicates that it is located next to Dive, Pomeroy, and Stewart, suggesting nearby businesses. The back of the card is not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Solomon Levi, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 652 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of three kittens nestled inside a woven trunk. [Solomon Levi was buried in the Jewish Cemetery. His first wife, Amelia née Sundheim, died on September 25, 1880, at the age of 32. She was buried at the Hebrew Cemetery on Neversink Mountain in Reading. She was survived by Solomon, a son about 9 years old, and a daughter about 6 years old. The 1880 census shows that Hannah Sondheim was the sister of Amelia Sondheim Levi. After Amelia's death, Hannah married her widowed brother-in-law, Solomon. Hannah and Solomon had one son, Abraham, in 1886.] The back of the card provides a full advertisement and price list.

This trade card advertises Henry Heilman, a ladies and misses cloak and suit dealer in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in a pink dress and a blue overdress, with a matching hat. She is standing with a pug dog. The scene appears to take place on a fall day, possibly in a park. There are trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, advertising Rosenbaum & Co., clothiers, at 208 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features an Easter-themed illustration. A young boy sits on a large egg, riding the waves of the ocean. A ship is visible in the distance, adding a sense of scale and whimsy to the scene. The illustration evokes themes of new beginnings, growth, and a joyful holiday. The card is likely from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a merchant tailoring firm in New York City. The front features an image of a woman standing in the center of a circular wreath of flowers. She wears a dress with a ruffled collar and a feathered hat. She holds a fan and appears to be looking up at the viewer. The background features a floral design. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including its two addresses: 461.467 Broadway, corner of Grand Street, and 619.621 Eighth Avenue, corner of 40th Street. It also advertises custom tailoring services, suits, and coats.

This trade card advertises Harris Bros., a glove manufacturer and retailer located at 877 Broadway between 18th and 19th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an elegant illustration of a young woman wearing a stylish hat and matching gloves. The gloves are tan-colored and are prominently displayed. The background features a decorative pattern. The back of the card provides a detailed advertisement for gloves of all descriptions, including chamois and other novelties. The back of the card includes a border.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Salin and R Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a New Year's greeting with a central illustration of fruit and birds. The corners of the card are decorated with green leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of fairies, elves, and deer. Four elves are sneaking up on a female deer that is resting in the forest. Two fawns are lying next to the deer. A single fairy is perched in a tree above. The illustration features a delicate, whimsical style. The card has a light blue border with white text, and a dark blue background.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of elves falling off a stag, some hiding behind a tree. There is a stream rushing down rocks. The card has a fancy border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Julius Saul, a clothier located at 234 & 236 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of elves hunting deer with bows and arrows in a woodland setting. The elves are depicted riding a buck and other deer. The card has a fancy decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a clothing retailer located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card features a ship in the middle of a circular design with flowers along the border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, with a picture of a lady's boot in the center.

This circular trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a dry goods store located at 32, 34, and 36 West 23rd Street, New York City. The front of the card features a ship sailing on a body of water. There are flowers on the border. The back of the card has a full advertisement. In the center of the advertisement, is a depiction of a ladies' glove.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, & 17 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two well-dressed men and a bulldog. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and its Custom Department, which is located on the second floor.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a dapper young boy wearing a suit and stylish shoes. He is carrying a cane and appears to be walking down a street. The colors on the card are muted, giving the card a classic and sophisticated feel. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abram & Bro., clothiers located at 7 John Street, Hoosick Falls, New York. The front of the card features a scene of two men sitting on a bench, one sewing pants. A man with a top hat and a cane stands nearby. The illustration includes trunks, valises, and rubber goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohn, a dry goods store located at 73 Avenue A, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of an angel holding a basket of flowers, promoting 'National Austen Cologne.' The back of the card contains a full advertisement, but the details are not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand at the edge of the ocean. The scene is peaceful and idyllic, suggesting that the clothing sold by the business is of high quality and appropriate for both children and adults. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Freeman's.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, in Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a couple dressed in fine clothing and smoking cigars, suggesting the store's upscale clientele. They stand together, both looking at the viewer, and appear to be holding an item in their hands. The back of the card features an advertisement and a notice about new merchandise.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming scene of four children playing in the ocean. The children are dressed in casual attire and appear to be having fun. The scene is rendered in a simple style with bright colors. The back of the card contains an advertisement.

This trade card advertises S.I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue dress playing in a shallow body of water. Two other children are seated in sand, with an adult figure standing behind them. The front also includes a banner that says 'First Clothing Store From Main Street.' The back of the card contains additional advertising. [A business directory from 1885, lists the store as Freeman's and the address is 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street.]

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a stylish illustration of a woman in a red dress, a lilac sash, and long hair. The illustration has an Art Deco style. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business and a notice regarding new merchandise.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, located at 116, 118, & 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays an illustration of two men in a forest hunting. One man is holding a bow and arrow while the other carries a dead deer. The back of the card lists the store's products: ornaments, silks, fringes, buttons, handmade leather satchels, and pocketbooks.

This trade card advertises H. Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy dressed in shorts and holding a cat, a tree contained in a box. The background of the image is a light blue. The back of the card is blank.

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 clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a musical instrument. Fruit is placed at the boy's knees. A decorative urn with branches sits next to the boy. 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 advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a white lily with green leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. Bedichimer, a jeweler located at 160 North Second Street, Philadelphia. The card features a black background with delicate white flowers and a lilac branch with white flowers. The business name, 'I. Bedichimer,' is displayed prominently, along with the address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet store located at 54 & 60 Main Street, Medina, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a farming couple standing in a pasture. The woman is wearing a long dress and bonnet, while the man is wearing a hat and pants. They are surrounded by sheep and other farm animals. The illustration is set against a backdrop of a barn and a field of flowers. The card has a border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet store located at 54 Main Street, Medina, New York. The front of the card is embellished with flowers adorning a horseshoe. The card is likely dated from around 1885. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet store located at 54 Main Street in Medina, New York. The front of the card features a stylized horseshoe design adorned with red and blue flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg, a dry goods and carpet merchant located at 54 Main Street in Medina, New York. The card features a dove flying above a rose, with the design resembling an envelope. The front of the card includes the phrase 'Dry Goods and Carpets' in a bold typeface, and 'Clothing, and Hats' in a smaller font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. N. Kersburg's dry goods and carpet business in Medina, New York. The front of the card lists two addresses: 54 Main Street for clothing and hats and 60 Main Street for dry goods and carpets. The card features a gold background with a floral design and the lettering is in black. It's likely the back of the card is blank as the back of the first card is blank. The card is in good condition.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a hatters and furnishers located at Fifth, South & Passyunk Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the flag of Turkey in the upper right corner. The back of the card has an advertisement for the company with an abbreviation, possibly for a business related to a Masonic group.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two children playing in the sand, building a mound. A ship is visible in the background. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of five birds perched on a branch. Two blue birds with tufted heads are sitting near a nest. The image has a bright, vibrant feel with the birds painted against a background of vibrant orange blossoms. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co. at 445 Broadway, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two bluejays with a nest and red flowers. 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 card features a simple design with three seashells resting on leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oscar Strasburger & Co., a dry goods store located at 445 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of three birds, two of which are blue. A nest of eggs is shown beneath a branch of berries, adding a charming touch to the image. The card has a red border around the edges. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store located at 565 and 567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, and 619 and 621 Eighth Avenue, corner of 40th Street, New York. The card features a well-dressed boy and girl playing outside with a toy cannon. The front of the card is bordered in red, and the text is in black. The back of the card features a holiday advertisement, advertising a valuable gift with purchase.

This trade card advertises Hirshberg & Samuels, a shoe store located at 72 Bank Street in Waterbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a colorful graphic illustration of two children playing with a chicken and chicks. The card has a blue background and a white border. The back of the card provides additional information about the business, including the store's address, hours of operation, and its location opposite the post office.

This trade card advertises the clothing business, Cohen Bros., located at 289 Sixth Ave, corner 18th Street, New York City. The front of the card is a simple design. It features an image of a red rose, the business name, and their address. The card is entirely black and white, with a yellow, gold, or very light brown tint. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a dress goods store located at 42 State Street and 13 Mill Streets, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy and a girl gardening. They are both wearing hats, and the boy is holding a watering can while the girl is holding a trowel. The image is one of four on the card. The back of the card announces the store's opening date: April 2nd and 3rd.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a clothing and accessories store located at 42 State and 13 Mill Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features two children in formal clothing. The boy is holding a walking stick, and the girl is holding a bouquet of flowers. The back of the card notes that the store will be open for business on April 2nd and 3rd.

This trade card advertises Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty, a millinery store located at 42 State Street and 13 Mill Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl standing on grass. They are both wearing hats; the boy is holding a stick and the girl is wearing an apron. The back of the card lists the date of the business's grand opening as April 2nd and 3rd.

This trade card advertises Vogel Brothers, a clothing store located at 8th Avenue and 42nd Street in New York City. The front of the card features an image of a young girl standing on a beach, wearing a yellow dress, holding a pail and shovel. She is standing in front of the water with a small island in the background. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the store, announcing that they sell clothing and shoes for men, boys, and children.

This trade card advertises Vogel Brothers, clothiers located at 8th Avenue and 42nd Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy carrying a toddler on his back, while a dog runs alongside them. The back of the card provides more details about the business, which sold clothing and shoes for men, boys, and children.

This trade card, shaped like a maple leaf, advertises Morris Gross, a clothier operating under the name 'Marble Hall Clothier' in Troy, New York. The front of the card displays the business address: #336 & #338 River St./13, 15, 17 4th St. The back of the card features a full advertisement listing men's, ladies', and children's clothes. This card is part of a two-part set.

This trade card advertises Alfred Wolff & Co., a dry goods store located at 349 Larimer Street in Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man wearing a hat and coat. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for S.I. Freeman, a clothier, is located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a comical man sitting on a tree branch while sawing off a limb. A small child can be seen looking up at him from below. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Nathan's, a clothier located at 229 Sixth Avenue, corner of 15th Street, New York. The card features a charming image of a young girl, standing outside, wearing a long, dark coat and black boots. She holds a walking stick and has a dog by her feet. The image has an autumnal feel. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

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 Edward Kakas, a furrier located at 404 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a fox and a squirrel. The text on the card indicates that it was printed by Prang. [Edward Kakas emigrated from Hungary, where the family name was Kokesch. He learned the fur trade in Hungary from his father.]

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing store with multiple locations in New York City and Jersey City. The front of the card depicts a group of people roller skating. The scene is set in a park with trees and greenery. The card features a red border. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the business. It mentions a removal from the Broadway store.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a boy standing by a sailboat with a red cap. The background includes a stylized representation of a cityscape. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card, one of four, advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand in Rondout, New York. The card emphasizes a focus on children's clothing, stating 'CHILDREN CLOTHING A SPECIALTY' and featuring a floral design of roses on leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing store located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of flowers and a bee. The text 'Children's Clothing a Specialty' is also prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Dreyfus, a clothing store located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a colorful butterfly with flowers. [Dreyfus was also a secretary of Temple Emanuel.] 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 Dreyfus, a clothing retailer located at 179 The Strand, Rondout, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned circle with a woman wearing a red dress and bonnet. The back of the card is blank.

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 the clothing store, M. Shwartz & Co., located at 303 and 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a young woman in a blue dress sitting on a fence and holding flowers. A white rose on a branch is displayed below the woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features a charming illustration of a young woman sitting by a stream with a dog and ducks. Flowers are blooming along the riverbank, and the scene is bathed in a warm light. The text on the front of the card indicates that the business is located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Street. The card is dated circa 1885. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the 1880s, advertises N. A. Moses & Co., a clothing retailer located at 43 Tremont Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a stylized image of a young woman in a dress, potentially a design from their collection, and a Swiss flag. The image, likely meant to convey quality and European style, is highlighted by a pair of black shoes at the bottom of the card. It's possible the back of the card features a more detailed description of their merchandise, but the image provided shows only the front. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This is a trade card advertising N. A. Moses & Co., a clothier at 43 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a woman in a colorful, period-style dress holding a beer on a plate, the Austrian flag in the background. The card is visually designed to be eye-catching with black lettering. The front of the card is illustrated, while the back is blank.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York, features an illustration of red and yellow roses and cherries on leafy branches. The front of the card is primarily white with a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer located at 565 & 567 Broadway Corner Prince Street and 619 & 621 Eighth Ave. Cor. 40th St. in New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a man presenting a lady with a bird's nest filled with birds. The back of the card provides a full advertisement, promoting 'ten day bargins'. The back of the card also includes text that appears to be in Hebrew.

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.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Simon Bros. & Co., a clothing retailer located in Rondout, New York. The card features a simple design: a red rose is held by a hand, likely signifying beauty and quality. The back of the card is blank. The other card features a young woman with a red rose. It appears she is posing for a portrait.

This trade card advertises Ben Bloch, a merchant tailor located under the Opera House in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman sitting in a chair talking to a man who appears to be at an open window. The man has his arms crossed and is looking at the woman. The woman appears to be gesticulating. The back of the card lists the goods sold by the business, including 'GENTS FURNISHING GOODS..HATS, CLOTHING.'

This trade card advertises Julius Sichel's millinery goods store located at 105, 107, and 109 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two white kittens nestled inside a basket. A sprig of red roses is perched on the edge of the basket.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 & 338 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a Japanese girl with a fan, wearing a blue dress. The image is colorful, with a yellow and red hair piece. The back of the card, which is not visible in the scan, is likely to have more information about the business, as the front of the card only lists the address.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Gross, located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13.15 17 Fourth Street, Troy, New York. The card features a depiction of a Japanese woman in a green dress with a fan. Her hair is styled with a white and red hair piece. This trade card is one of a two-part series.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a dress goods retailer located at 42 State Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a young woman wearing a blue blouse and an orange jumper. She has her hair pulled back and is wearing a cap and earrings. The back of the card advertises a 30-day sale of winter stock at greatly reduced prices. The card notes that the store needs to clear out winter stock to make room for spring merchandise.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a night scene of a sea view. A family consisting of a couple and two children are positioned in a circle. The back of the card provides rules for measurement for garments.

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 S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street, New York City. The front of the card depicts a scene inside a restaurant. People are seated at tables, and waiters are walking around carrying trays. The card is part of a set of three trade cards.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a millinery shop located at 409 Eighth Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a minstrel boy playing with a dog and a rabbit. The minstrel is dressed in colorful attire and holds a musical instrument, adding a festive feel to the scene. The background features a park-like setting, with trees and foliage. The back of the card provides more information about the business, emphasizing Peiser's expertise in exclusive millinery. The card has a simple, elegant design, with a black border and a white background.

This trade card advertises Auerbach & Bro., a men's furnishing and hat store located at 623 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on the ears of a pony in a field of tall grass. The boy is holding a pitchfork in his hand. The illustration is set against a blue and gold background.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothing and furnishing goods business located at 336 & 338 River Street, Troy, New York, and 13, 15, and 17 Fourth Streets. The card features a drawing of a boy sitting on a dog, holding a peppermint stick. The card has a red border and a decorative pattern around the advertisement text.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl, wearing a purple hat and a blue dress, looking at a pair of shoes. She stands on a porch overlooking a rural scene. The background features a farmhouse, a barn, and a horse. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a girl in a winter coat with a fox collar standing under a tree branch. She is feeding birds with a handful of seeds. The girl is wearing a bluish-green coat and hat, and there are birds in flight nearby. The background includes trees and a pale sky. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, featuring a portrait of President Chester Alan Arthur, advertises J. Wimmer, a clothing store located on East Main Street in Los Gatos, California. The front and back of the card are stamped with the business's advertisement. The card is in landscape orientation with a red border. The text is centered, with a bold and slightly larger font for the business name. The back of the card is not blank, but rather has a printed advertisement.

This trade card for Lichtner & Rosenthal in Riverside, California, advertises Downs' Self-Adjusting Corset. The front of the card features a woman peering into a window at a corset displayed on a mannequin. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Downs' Corsets.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a clothing store located at 116, 118, and 120 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three puppies sitting outside of a basket. The text on the card reads 'WELL KNOWN ESTABLISHMENT'. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

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 C. L. Swartz, a clothier located at 12 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man dressed in a top hat, with a cigar in his mouth and yellow tights. The man has a dark complexion. The card is black and is printed on heavy paper. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Milkman & Co., a clothier located at 161 Westminster Street, Providence, Rhode Island. The front of the card features a single illustration of a girl with a daisy for a hat. The daisy is upside down, with the flower facing the bottom of the card. 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 Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue, New York City. The card features an image of two children hugging on a stone wall. They are dressed in Victorian style attire. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a fancy goods store located at 409 Eighth Avenue in New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl with a bird perched on a stone wall. She appears to be wearing a dress with an elaborate pattern. The image is framed by a decorative border. The back of the card is full of advertisements for the store.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., a clothing store located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street in New York City. The front of the card shows a romantic scene with a couple about to kiss, while a woman in a red dress observes them. A cow grazes in the background. The back of the card advertises men's and boys' dress and business wear.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl chatting on a terrace. They are dressed in fashionable clothing. The back of the card advertises 'Princess Jackets' in all colors.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a yellow and black finch bird perched on a branch. The bird's bright colors and detailed plumage are prominently displayed against a green background. The image is set against a building that appears to be a post office. There is a small amount of unidentifiable text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of S. Rosenbloom & Sons, located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card displays an image of a red bird and a blue bird perched on a branch with a large white flower. 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 depicts a comical scene of two well-dressed African American boys in a horse-drawn buggy that appears to be toppling over. The back of the card provides details about the store's locations: 42 & 44 Newark Avenue, Branch of Broadway cor. Prince St.; Eighth Avenue cor. 40th St. It also includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at Washington Corner Summer Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a building with two cautionary flags. The flags are red with a white circle and appear to be weather flags. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the store's offerings of gentlemen's and boys' clothing.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 318 South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woodland scene with a turkey. The back of the card is blank. This card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 318 South Street, Philadelphia. The card features a boy hunter with a turkey behind him and a rabbit at his feet. The card has a red border with gold lettering and a gold background with black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Stern, a clothier located at 9 West Main Street, opposite the Black Opera House. The front of the card depicts two young boys dressed in Roman garb, standing against a red and gold background. The boys are likely meant to represent the classic Roman god Mars, often depicted as a young warrior. The card has a red border and features the business name at the top. The back of the card includes an advertisement for men's and boys' clothing.

This trade card advertises S. Weil's clothing store in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a young boy wearing a blue jacket with a yellow and orange scarf. The text on the card indicates that S. Weil sells clothing, hats, caps, and gentlemen's furnishings. The address is 521 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. [Mr. Weil was unmarried and a member of Temple Oheb Sholem. He was a charter member of Reading Aerie, No. 66, of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, one of the founders of the Eagles' Mountain Home, and a member of several other social and charitable organizations. He was an independent voter.]

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothier located at 111 Congress Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a moonlit scene. A man in a top hat and coat stands on a dock, waving at a sailboat departing into the distance. The background features a body of water with a dark silhouette of a city skyline.

This trade card advertises E. Gratz, a clothing merchant located at 111 Congress Street, Troy, New York. The card features a whimsical illustration of a moose looking at the moon in a moonlit forest setting. The text on the card indicates that E. Gratz sells ready-made clothing. This is one of two cards in this record. The second card appears to be a larger advertisement for E. Gratz. It is not clear if this is a separate card or the other side of this one.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a dress trimming business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features two large, brightly colored birds perched on a branch of a stylized tree. The birds have golden crowns, blue bodies, and yellow throats. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. B. Epstein, a men's furnisher located at 246 Third Avenue, New York City, between 20th and 21st Streets. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man cutting a shirt while another man pulls on something with a cane. A cashier watches the scene and a young boy observes. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for men's furnishings.

This trade card advertises D. Cohen, a clothier located at 31 & 33 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in bed clothes sitting on a sofa reading a book. She is wearing a white dress and has long, dark hair. The girl's left hand rests on the book, while her right hand rests on a red cushion. The card is printed in black and white, with a red border. The back of the card is blank. The card has a red border around the illustration.

This trade card advertises M. Silver, a millinery and dry goods store located at 715 Market Space in Washington, D.C. The front of the card is decorated with a pink rose and bud on a branch of leaves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. Auerbach, a shirt manufacturer located at the corner of 7th and H Streets in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a playful illustration of a boy standing on a sailboat, made out of a shirt cuff, sailing in the ocean. The boy wears a hat, and his cuffs are prominent. The back of the card contains an advertisement for collars, cuffs, and shirt bosoms, as well as instructions on waterproof linens. The card is printed in red, blue, and black ink.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a dry goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City. [Ehrich Bros. is a Jewish-owned dry goods store.] The front of the card features a stylized Art Deco illustration of three girls. Two young girls, one with a white dress, one with a blue dress, are standing in the foreground while the other girl is walking towards them holding flowers. A boy in a raincoat stands behind the two girls in the foreground. There is a red border around the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Ehrichs'.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store in New York City. The front of the card features a pink rose on a bed of white flowers. The back of the card advertises cloaks and dolmans, but the rest of the text is obscured. The address is listed as Eighth Avenue and between 24th and 25th Streets, New York. The card has a red border, with the address listed in a red box at the top. The text is in black. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card for Henry Silberman, a clothier in Cohoes, New York, features a young woman in a blue dress leaning against a fence. The front of the card has a fancy gold, white, and blue border. The card is one of two that were together in this archive. There is no information on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothier located at 43 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York. The card features a young lady looking out at the ocean from a clifftop. The image is framed by a decorative border of gold, white, and pink design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Shuman & Co. features a musk ox on the front, with two boys, very well-dressed in a similar fashion, at the top of the card. One boy is facing front, and the other is facing back. The back of the card is blank. A. Shuman & Co. was located at 449 Washington Street, corner of Summer, in Boston, Massachusetts.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, a trunk and traveling bag maker located at the corner of South Salina and Railroad Street, Syracuse, New York. The card features a red parrot-like bird perched on a branch with two pale red flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing store located on Eighth Avenue between 24th and 25th Streets in New York City. The front of the card depicts two fashionably dressed women and a child. The illustration suggests the store catered to women and children's clothing needs. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for suits or cloaks.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, successor to S. Zorkowski, located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a medieval-era boy and girl kissing. A man with a club stands behind them. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two men tumbling over boys on sleds, emphasizing the snowy winter season. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, including a detailed list of the goods and services offered by Samuel Meyers. The advertisement emphasizes quality fabrics, and stylish menswear.

This trade card advertises M. Kaufman's, a dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl gathering water from a well. She is wearing a blue and white dress, holding a pitcher in one hand, and a bucket in the other. There are trees and shrubs in the background. The back of the card is fully printed with advertisements.

This trade card advertises A. & J. Wiener, clothing merchants in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a girl standing on a rooftop waving a flag. She is dressed in a long white dress with an orange sash and appears to be waving a red and white flag. The background of the card depicts a city street scene with houses and trees. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Geswein, a clothier located at 325 8th Avenue, between 26th and 27th Streets in New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple design with the store's name and address printed in black on a light background. The card appears to be made of textured paper with a reddish-brown hue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis R. Grabowsky, a clothier located at 717 Third Avenue, between 44th and 45th Streets, New York. The front of the card features a single red rose, a symbol of elegance and beauty often associated with high-quality clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One-Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young girl dressed in a sailor dress. She is sitting on a bank overlooking the ocean, holding a shovel. The front of the card is bordered in a dark red with a blue stripe. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., dry-goods merchants in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man looking into a mirror and lamenting a bald spot. The inscription reads “There Will Be No More Parting There.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features a stylized illustration of a ship with a large sail in a harbor, with several buildings visible in the background. The ship has an ornate mast and a decorative flag flying from its stern. The illustration appears to be a guide to the business, possibly in the form of a boat trip, with the ship representing Julius Saul and the destination being the store. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sol. Strauss, a clothier located at 28 East Third Street, Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of an Indian canoe, a teepee, and a bell-shaped element decorated with roses. The second trade card in the record contains a lengthy description of the KILO KODISH B'NAI JESHMEN Hebrew congregation of Dayton, Ohio. [The congregation was founded in 1850 and was originally called the Hebrew Congregation of Dayton. Their original meeting place was in what was once the old Dayton Bank on Main Street. Around 1864 they purchased a Baptist church on the corner of Fourth and Jefferson Streets, where they held their services. The congregation had no rabbi to begin with and a Mr. Wendell served as teacher. In 1874 the Rev. A. K. Fischer became their first rabbi. He was succeeded in 1880 by the Rev. G. Tanbenhouse. The congregation had a membership of over thirty in the 1880s. ] The back of the first trade card is blank. The back of the second trade card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sol. Strauss, a clothier located at 28 East Third Street in Dayton, Ohio. The front of the card features a bell-shaped design with roses around a pictorial scene. The illustration depicts a person looking out at a pond or lake in front of a house. The back of the card is not visible in this scan.

This trade card advertises C. Herrmann & Co., importers and manufacturers of fine caps and hats, located at 332.336 Kearny St., and 12.14 Market St. above Taylor, San Francisco, California. The card features an illustration of a scene with owls perched on a branch listening to a crow preaching to them. Flowers are depicted in the foreground. The design is framed by a decorative border.

This trade card advertises the shoe store of S. Eckstein located at 841 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is adorned with decorative floral illustrations, framing the business's advertisement and the information that S. Eckstein is the first shoe store below Ninth Street.

This trade card advertises Jacob Rothschild's ladies' outfitting store located at 236 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of angels fitting a woman for clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Einstein, a business located at 3 Potmac Street, Hagerstown, Maryland. The front of the card features a dog with its paw resting on a ball. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a business located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman at the beach. The man is holding a hat and appears to be waving, while the woman has a puffy hat. The front of the card has a border in a floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card from Fleischner's, a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, celebrates Thanksgiving. The card is a promotional advertisement that features a charming illustration of a girl teaching a dog tricks using treats. She holds up her right hand and points to the dog, while holding a stick in her left hand. The dog appears to be retrieving the stick. The card is part of a series of three, as indicated by the inscription “Three of three”.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., dry goods merchants located at 257 & 259 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card depicts a child in a crib. The back of the card is blank. [Segelbaum Bros. was a dry goods store that sold a variety of clothing and household goods to the local community.]

This trade card advertises Ely, Hunsberger & Ely, dry goods merchants located at 1220 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three children playing. A young boy walks off with a girl. The card has a decorative border.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, a dry goods store located at 208 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical illustration of two boys dancing with a turtle that is standing on its hind legs and wearing a hat. The illustration is rendered in gold and green hues. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts two birds perched among flowers. The text '100,000 Gifts' and 'Moderate Prices' are also displayed, indicating the wide selection of items and competitive pricing offered by the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kaufman's, a dry goods and notions store located at 25 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts two boys. The boy at the top of the card is standing on a tree branch, while the boy below him is positioned on the ground. The back of the card lists the items for sale: gloves and notions of all kinds.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The card is predominantly copper and green in color and features a boy playing a violin to a goose and a duck. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros. located on the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a young boy in a police uniform standing with two young Black children. The card is predominantly green and copper in color. The back of the card is blank. The trade card likely functioned as a promotional tool for the company, though it is unclear what type of goods or services the company sold.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., a clothing store located on the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The front of the card depicts two boys dressed in suits, with a dancing frog positioned between them. The card is colored in shades of copper and green, with the image primarily focused on the children and the frog. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros., clothing merchants located at the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space. The card features two girls carrying a goose in a basket. The card is made with copper and green colors and is missing a corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Florsheim Bros., shoe merchants located at Madison Street, McVicker's Theatre Building, in Button's, Illinois. The front of the card features a young woman in a skirt and hat, sitting on a chair. She is holding a book and has a paintbrush in her hand. Above her are paintbrushes and a jar of paint. The card is easel-shaped. The back of the card lists other locations where Florsheim Bros. products can be purchased. The text is in English.

This trade card advertises Stern, a men's clothing store in Springfield, Illinois. The card states 'Gents Furnisher, Ladies and Gents Trunks' at the top and 'NORTH SIDE SQUARE' at the bottom of the front. The card is missing a corner from the bottom and is worn. It is difficult to make out all the details of the illustration, but two men are visible.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, wholesale and retail clothiers, located at 116, 118, 120, 122 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two children playing in the sand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sellheim's, located at 1222 Girard Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card advertises the sale of embroideries, silks, and art in needlework. The card also states that the business provides stamping and embroidering services. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for P. Fleischner & Co., clothiers, features a whimsical illustration of a cat dangling a string out of a window. A bug sits on the string below. The cat is shown knocking a kitten off of a table, which is depicted as a different scene on the back of the card. On the back of the card, several kittens are sleeping on a table, with a cat looking at a bug dangling from a string. The cat and kittens are depicted in sepia tones, adding a vintage feel to the image.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a ladies' and children's clothing merchant located at 9 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a girl's head in the center. Her dress has a pointed collar. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business located at 520.526 Market Street and 21.25 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys. One boy is sitting at a table, seemingly trying to eat something, while the other boy is playing a musical instrument. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kast's Shoes, located at 738 & 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California, between Dupont and Kearny Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of three dressed children playing. The children are depicted in a setting with green and silver tones. The back of the card is blank. The card is one of two.

This trade card advertises Joseph Scherer, a dry goods and furniture merchant located at 149 & 151 S. Broadway, and 85 S. Broadway in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an image of a young girl in a flowing dress holding a yellow bird on her finger. The background is a solid gold color. The back of the card is filled with a detailed advertisement.

This trade card advertises I. Weinberg, a silk and dry goods retailer located at 149 North Eutaw Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy riding in a horse-drawn wagon through a pastoral scene. The background includes lush greenery. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Katzenberg, a boot and shoe dealer located at 463 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a young boy in a uniform playing a drum. He is wearing a red hat and red epaulettes, adding a festive touch to the scene. The text “Boots, Shoes, Slippers” is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for S. Katzenberg's business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenthal & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a delicate blue flower arrangement in a seashell. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for S. Rosenthal & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features an elegant design with light blue flowers arranged in a shell-like pattern. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiesenfeld & Schloss, a notions store located at 143 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a red rose and white bell flowers. The card also includes the store's address: 143 North Gay Street, 2 doors below Old Town Bank. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Theo. Rothschild, a feather dresser located at 513 W. Baltimore Street near Pine in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a woman in a Grecian-style dress carrying a vase, which may symbolize the process of dyeing, cleaning, or curling feathers. The front of the card prominently states, 'Feathers Dyed, Cleaned, Curled, A Specialty'. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This trade card advertises the business of M. Kleiner, located at 42 East Grand Street. The front of the card features a drawing of a young girl sitting at a table, sipping tea. She has a hat on her head. The card features the text 'HATS, CAPS, OIL CLOTH ETC.' above 'FANCY DRY GOODS'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Ehrichs' Boot and Shoe Merchants, located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street, New York City, features a black boot-shaped card with a white cat inside. The back of the card depicts a woman in a dress and the store's advertisement.

This trade card for B. Bloch & Co. features a humorous illustration of a man in bed wearing pajamas, waiting for the fire alarm. The card indicates that the business is located at 174 Bridge Street. It also advertises a promotion: “Carfare paid on $2.00 Sale.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Adler's dry goods and clothing store located at 43 West King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman trying on a shoe while a man stands behind a counter. Text on the card advertises suits, cloaks, dry goods, and notions. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, located at 1022 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts six children dressed in Scottish attire, holding a flag. The image has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of six trade cards for J. Rothschild, a business located at 1022 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of this card features a boy and a girl holding a red and gold flag and waving it in the air. There is a red border on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothiers. The front of the card depicts a man and a woman on a phone call. A father, looking anxious, watches on. [Max Stadler and Co. operated several locations. The trade card lists addresses in both Jersey City, New Jersey and New York, New York.] The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co. The card depicts a young boy riding a pony, with a man walking by his side. The illustration appears to be a duplicate of a previous design, with the same image appearing on the back of the card. Both sides of the card are blank, with no further information about the company provided.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, a dress goods store located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl and boy in a park-like setting. The girl is wearing a green hat with a bow, and the boy is holding a green flag. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of six trade cards for J. Rothschild, a retailer located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical illustration of a boy and a girl ice skating. They are wrapped in a flag, adding a patriotic touch to the scene. The front of the card is in color and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and his dog talking to a girl who is standing at a fence. The card has a green border with a white center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, a dress accessory retailer located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a girl and a boy holding a green, white, and red flag. The flag is a prominent feature of the card, suggesting a patriotic theme. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of six trade cards, advertising J. Rothschild, a retailer of dress accessories located at 1022 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl in uniform, wrapped in a flag. The back of the card is blank.

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 Miss E. Levy, a dealer in leather goods and fans, located at 1018 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a sprig of autumn leaves in the center and a white background. The front of the card displays the business name and address in a simple font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., a dry goods and millinery store located at 257-259 Nicollet Avenue, corner of Third Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a winter scene with a building in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Segelbaum Bros., a dry goods store located at 257 & 259 Niolet Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a young woman with a brown hat, a red top, and a blue scarf. She is holding a fan, and a small white dog is standing in the background. The card advertises that the store sells dry goods, fancy goods, notions, and garments. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card for J. Dreyfus, a clothing merchant located at 475 Main Street, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, features a whimsical illustration of a girl who has fallen from a makeshift toy into the ocean. A boy precariously balances on a narrow ledge. The scene evokes a sense of childhood playfulness and adventure. The front of the card is the only side depicted.

This trade card advertises J. Dreyfus, a clothier located at 475 Main Street in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl in a white dress holding onto a tree branch, and a boy dressed in leaves kneeling in sand. The card is in a stylized Art Nouveau style. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Mittler, a clothier, hatter, and furnisher located at 130 West Federal Street in Youngstown, Ohio. The front of the card features a woman in a sepia blue outfit that resembles Arab garb. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the store, and mentions that Solomon Weinberger was a clerk at the store. [E. Mittler was a trustee of the first synagogue in Youngstown.]

This trade card advertises S. Frankenfield, a clothier located at 397 Main Street in the Opera House Block, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features two children sitting on a flowering branch. A butterfly flies above them. Flowers are pink, blue, and yellow. The butterfly is a pale blue and yellow.

This trade card advertises Max. Posnansky, a dry goods merchant located at 1268 & 1245 S. Broadway. [The address likely indicates two locations for the business.] The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat with a flag set against a backdrop of leaves and white beads. The design is minimalist and includes no text other than the address and the name of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Kaufman's, a fancy goods store located at 25 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl giving her doll a bath. The doll is seated in a porcelain bathtub, and the girl is holding a pitcher, while the doll's head is immersed in the water. The back of the card lists the store's inventory, which includes gloves, threads, ornaments, buttons, and other fancy goods.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of Jonas Meyer, located at 421 Hamsher Street, Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a boy riding a donkey. The boy and donkey are positioned at a trough and there is water surrounding them. The boy is wearing a straw hat and his donkey is wearing a saddle and bridle. The card is printed in black and white with red lettering. The back of the card is blank. The card is dated 1881, but the date appears to be handwritten.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Gately's, a dry goods merchant located at 919 Main Street in Kansas City, Kansas. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, playing with puppies. The illustration is done in a blue sepia tone with some pink sepia accents, particularly in the girl's tall hat. The background features a gray color scheme. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located at the corner of South Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylishly dressed young woman seated in a chair, resting her head on her hands. She is wearing a yellow dress and a white collar, and her hair is styled in a fashionable way. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Chicago One-Price Clothing House in Seneca, Kansas. The front of the card depicts a boy feeding rabbits. The card's border features a design of intersecting lines, with a star at the center of each intersection. The card's text is enclosed within a rectangular frame, decorated with an embossed decorative border. [The business was managed by M.L. Rothschild.] The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises the Chicago One-Price Clothing House in Seneca, Kansas, with the manager, M. I. Rothschild. The illustration depicts a young girl trying to ride a dog with a red ribbon around its neck. Both figures are seated in a park-like setting with greenery and a fence in the background. The card is a single-sided image with no text on the reverse.

This trade card advertises Chas. Holtzmann, a clothing store located at the corner of State and Ferry Streets in Schenectady, New York. The front of the card features an elegant illustration of a woman sitting in a wooded setting. She is dressed in a long gown and appears to be gazing into the distance. The card has a decorative border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including its location and hours. [The Holtzmann family of Schenectady was actively involved in Jewish community affairs.]

This trade card advertises the clothing store, Jalonack, located at 8 West Railroad Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young boy holding a flag and standing beside an American eagle. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. L. Mayer, a hatter and furrier located on Broadway in Fargo, North Dakota. The card features a whimsical illustration of three polar bears sitting around a table. Each bear is smoking a pipe and eating a meal. The card is likely a visual metaphor for the warmth and comfort of the hats and furs sold by C. L. Mayer, who specializes in 'gents furnishings.'

This trade card advertises Yondorf Bros., clothiers in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a child sliding down a railing. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains the business address: N.E. corner North Ave. & Larrabee St. and the Corner Blue Island Ave. & 14th Street. [The Yondorf brothers, August and Charles, were members of the prominent Sinai Congregation on Chicago's South Side. They also were members of some of the city's elite Jewish clubs. In 1872, they entered business together, starting the Yondorf Brothers clothing store. By 1887, the year the Yondorf Block and Hall was constructed, the brothers owned two stores. One was located on Blue Island Avenue on the Lower West Side of the city and the other at Larrabee and North in the heart of Chicago's German-American shopping district.]

This trade card features a raised design of children dancing in the Swiss Alps. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card has the words 'Rosenbloom Bros., Clothiers' printed at the top. The bottom of the card reads 'Syracuse, N.Y.', printed on the back of the card. The card is in good condition, though there are a few creases. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fred. Brischke, a clothier in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a stylized fan design with the business name and address, '3 EGBERT'S BLOCK, REMSEN STREET.' in the center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a clothing store located at 113 & 115 North 8th Street and 733 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl standing on a large snowball. The girl is dressed in a dark coat with a white collar and a white bonnet. She is holding a small package. The image appears to be part of a larger illustration, as only the girl's lower half and the snowball are visible. There is no text on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Loeb & Co., clothiers located at 2137 Archer Avenue. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a jester and a dog sitting at a table with a large bowl of jam. Both are eating the jam with gusto. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Harry Kayser, a hatter located at No. 10 Sputh Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an interesting illustration of two vegetable-like figures. A large cauliflower and a large bean with a face are standing on a giant foot with a shoe. A fly is hovering above them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children reading. The design appears raised, lending a unique texture. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing store located at 303 & 305 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features a woman holding a basket filled with flowers. She is wearing a long, flowing dress with lace trim and a delicate flower in her hair. The image is framed with a black border and a white text box that includes the store's name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 331 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a boy wearing a blue suit, standing in front of a brick wall with a raven perched on top. The card's background is pale green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein's, clothing merchants located at the corner of 14th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, under the New York Savings Bank. The front of the card depicts a mother bird in a nest with four baby birds. The nest is surrounded by flowers in shades of blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lowenstein & Serphos, a clothing store located at 14 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman holding a basket of blue flowers. The text on the front of the card states that the business is located 'Opposite Taylor Opera House.' The back of the card includes a full advertisement for men's and boys' clothing.

This trade card for B. J. Potsdamer, a furrier located at 732 Arch Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, features an illustration of a polar bear attacking a seal. The front of the card also includes a poem advertising Potsdamer's services. The back of the card provides further advertising information. The back also features an image of a woman standing in front of a coat, with the inscription “B. J. Potsdamer, Fashionable Furs & Fur Trimmings, 732 Arch Street.”

This trade card advertises the clothing store of J. Meyers, located at 157 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a man with a musical instrument in his mouth, holding a hat in his hand, The hat has fallen to the floor. There is no text on the card. The back of the card is blank. The card is from the 1880s.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a child sitting in a fancy chair. The child is dressed in a striped dress with a red hat and is smoking. The child has a feather in her hat, a white collar, and white cuffs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple illustration of two dogs playing. One dog is attached to a post. There is no text on the card other than the address and the store's name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co. located at 440 Washington Street. The front of the card features a illustration of a race off Fort Independence in Boston Harbor. Several sailboats are depicted, along with larger ships in the distance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum's, a clothing store located at 702 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a house situated in a wooded scene. Two people are depicted talking in the foreground. The back of the card is blank. The trade card is printed on a cream colored cardstock, with black ink.

This trade card advertises J.W. Davidson & Co., importers of foreign and domestic dry goods, located at 101 & 103 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a playful illustration of four young ladies playing blind man's bluff. The scene is set against a gold background. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a boy in a large hat holding a peony with a large stem. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann's dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco. The card features a unique illustration of a boy holding a paintbrush in front of a large bird perched on a red pillow. The front of the card is designed with a red and black border, while the back features a full advertisement for summer fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a small house with snow on the roof and red roses in front. The back of the card is blank, but the front provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a small lighthouse with red roses growing at its base. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for fall fashions.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 1022 Market Street (opposite Fifth Street) and 17 Eddy Street (opposite Tivoli), San Francisco, California. The front of the card displays a charming illustration of a young boy in a rural setting. He is standing next to a farm scene, surrounded by two horses and yellow roses. The back of the card features a full advertisement for summer fashions.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists an address in Portland, Oregon, at 147 First Street. The front of the card depicts four individuals standing outside of a church in a wintry setting. It is unclear if there is a building in the background. There are trees in the background and a street with a street lamp. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schoenholz Bros. & Co., a linen, hosiery, and yarn merchant located at 110, 112 Sixth Street, corner of Minna Street, and 1913 Fillmore Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a stylized image of the store's facade. The words 'Linnen, Hosiery, Yarn' are printed prominently at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Weitz & Co. located at 143 Post Street near Dupont in San Francisco, California. The card features a young boy wearing a brown hat and holding a rose. He is standing in front of a large potted plant, which appears to be a Tamarind tree. Blue flowers are depicted on the ground. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joe Poheim, a clothier with locations at 203 Montgomery Street and 724 Market Street, San Francisco. The card features a charming illustration of four children marching. One child has stumbled, and all of them are wearing hats and carrying marching sticks. The background shows a street scene with buildings and people in the distance.

This trade card advertises C. Herrmann & Co., a millinery shop located at 336 Kearny Street and 17 Belden Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a woman wearing a black hat with a feather and a blue dress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for hats and caps. The card is shaped like an easel, with a flat, rectangular space at the bottom.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street and 10 & 12 Dupont Street, in San Francisco, California. The card features two young ladies pushing a baby stroller. The card has a blue and gold color scheme.

This trade card advertises Cohnreich Bros., clothing merchants located at 840 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young woman in a blue dress and bonnet touching a white parrot on a stand. She is shown standing in front of a large storefront, which is adorned with the Cohnreich Bros. signage and showcases a variety of clothing items. The background is a busy street scene, with other buildings and pedestrians in the distance.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a clothier in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man holding an advertisement for the store. The advertisement shows the store's location: The northeast corner of Kearny Street and the northeast corner of Montgomery and Bush Streets. The card is sepia-toned. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of S. Bine, a retailer of laces, embroideries, and fancy goods. The card features a terrier dog standing on its hind legs with its paws crossed. The dog is holding an advertisement in its mouth, which promotes S. Bine's business. The back of the card features an advertisement for S. Bine's business. It includes the store's address: 130 Kearny Street, near Sutter, San Francisco, California. It also lists S. Bine's New York office address: 101 Franklin Street, New York. [S. Bine was previously in business with Lazarus Kline and Julius Kahn.]

This is the third of three trade cards for Rosenthal's clothing store in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts two dogs chasing each other in a rural setting. The text at the top of the card lists multiple addresses, including 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kahn & Sons, located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California, features a decorative floral design with red and yellow roses. The back of the card is blank. The card has a yellow border.

This trade card advertises A. Kline, a retailer of fancy goods, gloves, and ladies' underwear located at 1111 Broadway, Oakland, California. The card features a playful illustration of a puppy with its paws on a shoe, as if it were trying to take off the shoe. The image is copyright 1882 by G. Kahn.

This trade card advertises S. J. Nathan & Co., a clothing store located at 301, 303, 305 K Street N. E. Corner Third in Sacramento, California. [The company also had a wholesale location at 29 Battery Street in New York City.] The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of five children attempting to remove apples from a boy's basket. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the company's New York factory located at 78 Reade Street and mentions L. Phillips as a salesman working in both New York and San Francisco.

This trade card advertises Hyman Brothers, a clothing store in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue dress and bonnet. Her hat is decorated with red and yellow accents, and she wears gold gloves. The card is in good condition. The back of the card is blank. [The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.]

This trade card advertises the business of L. Kramer, a clothier or tailor, and is copyright 1882 by G. Kahn. The card features a playful image of a puppy sitting near an envelope with spilled ink. The puppy's paw is on a piece of paper near the envelope. This card is one of two in this record. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Levy's, a clothing merchant in San Jose, California, features a horseshoe with a red rose on it. The address, First Street, is printed in a smaller font beneath. The card is likely from the late 19th century. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, a dry goods merchant located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features an image of a mother and a young girl sitting on a park bench. The mother wears a blue dress, and the young girl wears a pink dress. The background is a shaded area of the park. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sam Isaacs & Bros., a dry goods store located on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in blue and pink clothing holding an open purse. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business. This is one of two cards in the record. The other card is very similar in style, but depicts a different baby in the same pose. It is also a full-color illustration with a red border. The card is part of a collection of trade cards donated by a Judaica Americana collector. The card is part of a volume containing numerous other trade cards.

This trade card advertises G. Politz, Capitol Clothing House located at the Southeast corner of Sixth and K Street in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a dog looking alike, both with a green jacket. The back of the card has a text about a confirmation ceremony for Jonas, the son of G. Politz. Jonas, a young lad, chanted a Hebrew text and delivered an address at the synagogue.

This trade card advertises Sam Isaacs & Bros., dry goods merchants located on Pacific Avenue in Tacoma, Washington. The card features a charming illustration of a child dressed in blue holding something in its hands. The background includes a house and a picket fence, suggesting a homey and welcoming atmosphere. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business, listing all the products offered by Sam Isaacs & Bros..

This trade card advertises Mathis & Feldmann, a dry-goods store located at 1600 & 1602 Carondelet Ave., corner of Carroll St., in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a woman standing in a red room. She is holding a white cloth in her hand, likely representing a piece of fabric for sale. The background features a more detailed image of the interior of the store, with clothing displays, furniture, and a window. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises L.B. Weil, successor to Weil Bros., located at 354 Larimer Street, Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children playing on a gold background. There is a red kitten sitting on a chair. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card for A. Herman, a clothier, is circular in shape and features a humorous image of eggs in shoes. The card also includes the address 738.7TH. ST. N. W. The card features a round illustration of a pair of black boots with eggs in the shoes. The card is printed in black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Mathis & Feldmann, a dry goods store located at 1600 & 1602 Carondelet Ave., corner of Carroll Street, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a playful scene of a boy throwing water over a wall and hitting a man. The man is wearing a striped suit. The boy is standing behind a fence and holding a pitcher. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This is one of two trade cards for Arthur Kohn, a clothing store located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a black bird perched on a red pillow. A young boy is standing in front of an easel, wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Emanuel & Co., a dry goods store located at 1204 Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a drawing of a boy wearing a large straw hat, seated on the ground. He appears to be wearing a long white shirt. The image is partially obscured by text on the front of the card. The card may be one of a set, but only the first card is present in this record.

This trade card advertises Henry W. Meyer, a clothier located at the southwest corner of 9th Street and Lafayette Avenue in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, holding roses. The boy wears a dark coat and trousers, and the girl wears a white dress and a dark bow. The children are situated in front of a flower-covered arbor. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. Emanuel, a dry goods merchant located at 1204 South Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The card features a beautiful yellow rose with a robin perched on its stem. A farm is depicted in the background, highlighting the rural setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., a clothing retailer located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street, in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby in a basket, accompanied by two dogs. The background is a simple, decorative pattern. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, advertising boys' and papas' suits and overcoats.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Co., interior decorators in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card depicts a colonial woman leaning out a window and holding a flower. She is looking directly at the viewer. The background is yellow and white. The card advertises carpets, curtains, and shades. [J. Goldsmith of Milwaukee, Wisconsin was Jewish and was killed in action (KIA) during the Civil War.]

This trade card advertises S. Levi & Co., a clothing and dry goods store in Amsterdam, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of two dogs situated in the center of the card. Flowers are depicted above and below the dogs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two boys sharing an umbrella while sitting on a tree stump. The scene is set in front of a large building that could be a store. The text on the card indicates that the business is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises R. Frauenthal, a dry goods merchant located at 29 S. Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a large portrait of a young woman wearing a white feathered hat. She is depicted in a formal, elegant manner, likely intended to convey the quality and refinement of Frauenthal's merchandise. The portrait is surrounded by a decorative border and includes a small illustration of a man in a suit and holding a cane, possibly indicating the availability of clothing and accessories for men. The back of the card is not visible in the scan.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a scene of Afghan warriors riding on elephants. One warrior walks beside the elephant. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Jacobs, a clothier located at 55 & 57 Avenue A, corner of 4th Street, in New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a green dress dancing with a doll. The background features a leafy floral motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Frauenthal Bros., clothing and dry goods merchants located at 25 South Main Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The card features three monkeys, one wearing a shoe, another with a hat, and a third in blue clothing. The monkeys are all holding sticks, creating a whimsical and playful scene. The design of the card is simple, featuring only a black and white image with minimal text. This card is one of three. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Frauenthal Bros. features a humorous illustration of three monkeys dressed in clothing. One monkey wears a pink boot and a blue hat. Another monkey stands on a stool, and the third monkey wears a pair of men's trousers in blue and blue slippers. The image may be intended as a caricature of Black people. The card appears to be part of a set of three.

This trade card advertises Mrs. J. Wise, a millinery and dress goods store located at 160 South First Street, San Jose, California. The front of the card features a young woman dressed in a blue dress and hat adorned with a large feather. She holds a bouquet of berries. There is a sprig of leaves on the wall behind her. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the dressmaking services of Mrs. A. Berg, located at 183 Georgia Street in Vallejo, California. The front of the card depicts two young girls, one in a blue dress and the other in a white dress with a pink sash. The card is similar in design to a trade card for Leah Berg.

This trade card advertises the dressmaking business of Mrs. A. Berg located at 183 Georgia Street, Vallejo, California. [It is likely that Mrs. A. Berg was Leah Berg.] The front of the card features two girls, one in a long blue cloak and another in a brown outfit. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Crawford, a clothing store located at 240 Main Street in Stockton, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a blue and pink outfit, holding a mail pouch and a letter as if delivering mail. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Levison, a dry goods and fancy goods store located at 323 Montgomery Street and 733 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a woman in a stylish French costume, wearing a black flowered hat. She stands on a floral-patterned rug with a large vase of flowers in the background. There are also two men, a waiter and a customer, depicted in the illustration. The back of the card is a full advertisement for H. Levison's business.

This trade card advertises M. Jacob, a clothier located at 645 Broadway, between 6th and 7th streets, Oakland, California. The card features a bell-shaped design with a beautiful floral border of roses. The main image is a charming village scene featuring small buildings and a path leading to a distant mountain. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Jacob, a clothier located at 645 Broadway, between 6th and 7th Streets, in Oakland, California. The card features a stylized bell-shaped design with a village scene. It showcases red and blue flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kast's, a clothing store located at 738 & 740 Market Street, between Dupont and Kearny, San Francisco, California. The card features a green background with two boys playing war, a girl, and a dog. The card is printed with gold ink.

This trade card advertises the millinery business of J.C. Meussdorffer & Son, located at 810 Market Street in the Phelan Building, San Francisco. The front of the card features a charming illustration of ducks wearing umbrellas and playing in a park under a light rain. The back of the card provides additional details about the business, indicating it is a wholesale and retail millinery. The card is printed on a white background with black ink.

This trade card, one of two in the record, advertises the clothing store Kohn & Lippitt, located at the corner of Second and Morrison in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young child wearing a blue dress, a red sash, and oversized gloves. The child also wears a top hat and carries a toy or bag. The back of the card provides further information about the store.

This trade card advertises Kohn & Lippitt, clothiers and hatters, located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a toddler in a yellow print dress, wearing a large red scarf. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street. The front of the card depicts a cherub perched on the back of an insect, against a background of red, sepia, and green. The back of the card contains a full advertisement outlining the business's rules.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features two girls standing under an umbrella. The text on the front of the card indicates the store's location is the first clothing store from Main Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Jacob Wiener's clothing and furnishing store, located at 9 N. Hanover St. in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a sun hat, hoeing a garden. A sprinkler can sits next to her. The card has a green border. [No additional information is available on the back of the card.]

This trade card advertises the clothing store Max Stadler & Co. in New York City. The front of the card features a large, colorful illustration of Santa Claus riding in a sleigh pulled by reindeer. The illustration is festive and includes a depiction of the company's storefront. There is a large amount of text surrounding the illustration on the front of the card, with a bold headline reading: 'Holiday Sale!' The back of the card is blank. The card lists two addresses for the business: 565.567 Broadway, Corner Prince [presumably Prince Street], and 619.621 Eighth Ave., Cor. 40th [presumably 40th Street].

This trade card advertises M. I. Frank's Clothing House in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a humorous scene of two children, one a boy and one a girl, playing barber. The boy is wearing a striped shirt, a red bow tie, and holding a pair of scissors. The girl wears a pink dress and a white apron. She appears to be shaving the boy's hair with a straight razor. The background is a yellow brick wall. The business address, 52 State Street, is prominently displayed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothier located at 84 South Pearl Street, corner of Division Street, Albany, New York. The card features a humorous illustration of a man talking on the phone with a parrot on the other end. The parrot wears a cap and holds a newspaper. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros., a clothing store located at the corner of S. Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a glass bowl with pink and white flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Schneider & Bro., clothiers located at the Northeast Corner of the Public Square in Sherman, Texas. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young girl and two sailors in blue and orange. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Levi Weinberger's clothing store located at 162 Lexington Avenue, New York. The card features a young girl holding a cat. The card is die-cut into the shape of a circle, making it an especially decorative example.

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, clothiers located at 249 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy pushing a girl on a swing. The girl is wearing a red dress and holding onto the swing's ropes. The boy is wearing a blue suit and a straw hat. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including the phrase 'Credit Confidential.'

This trade card advertises Perlmutter, a clothing store located at 62 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a ship with a man on the mast. The image is colorful, with the ship highlighted in red. The background features a blue sky and white clouds. The back of the card has a full advertisement, but it is not clear what the text reads. The text is written in English. The advertises that the store carries clothing for misses and girls.

This trade card advertises L. S. Plaut & Co., a dry and fancy goods store located at 707 to 721 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of two kittens in a hammock. One kitten is gray, and the other is black. The back of the card has a full advertisement for dry and fancy goods. [L.S. Plaut & Co. was founded in the 1870s. It was a major Jewish-owned department store.]

This trade card advertises Loeb & Co. in Chicago, Illinois. It features a winter scene with a farmhouse, a rose and a bud in the foreground, and a row of trees. There is no additional description or information on the back of the card.

This trade card, likely from around 1885, advertises Fleischner's clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a New Year's greeting illustration of a boy flying on a large red kite. The kite has a large, black number “1” with a smaller “9” on the bottom. The boy is wearing a black and white cap and a long, black coat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., a kid glove manufacturer located at 108, 110, 112, & 114 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a fish swimming in a tank. On the left side of the card are the words 'Marco Kid Gloves'. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Stone, a clothier located at 131 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two women in Japanese costumes. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three rabbits munching on a pipe, with a blue bird perched on the top. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a clothier located at 163 State Street, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a man sitting at a desk writing with papers scattered about. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at 163 State Street in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a woman sitting on a chair, possibly writing a letter. The illustration is done in gold, red, and sepia tones, with the figure against a lighter colored background. The back of the card is a full advertisement. The card is one of two cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Joseph Jacobs, a clothier located at 83 Chatham Street, New York. The front of the card features a scene at a zoo, with a girl in a blue dress with a ribbon in her hair standing in front of a large animal enclosure. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

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 E. Essmann, a dry goods store located at 10222 Market Street, opposite Fifth Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a boy and a girl playing. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for men's underwear.

This trade card advertises Jos. Mandelbaum, a clothier located at 20 S. Pearl St. in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an elaborate design of a stylized arm holding a bouquet of roses. The arm appears to be wearing a bracelet. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. F. Hirsh, a cloak and suit manufacturer located at 4 E. Market Street, York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of white and pink roses. The card also mentions that the business specializes in Fall and Winter coats. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises Rosengold's, a business located at 461 Fulton Street, near Fifth Street, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a girl wearing a pink hat and a white dress. She stands near the corner of a building that is partially visible in the illustration. The back of the card provides a list of fire alarms.

This trade card advertises M. J. Strauss' millinery shop located at the corner of Fulton and 4th Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of yellow and white daisies. The back of the card includes an advertisement for bonnets and round hats. The card is printed in black and white with a border.

This trade card advertises D.F. Hirsh, a millinery and coat store located at 4 E. Market St., York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose in a prominent position. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. J. Goldstein, a clothier in Bath, Maine. The front of the card depicts a girl in a Scottish costume leaning against a wall. The card is printed in sepia tones with red, green, and pink accents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing and dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 24th Street, New York. The front of the card features a small kitten wearing a shoe. The back of the card has a full advertisement featuring two well-dressed women. The back opens up to reveal a full advertisement size, though the card itself is half the size of the shoe advertisement.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Cohen Bros. in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a blue and white dress wearing a bonnet with a plaid sash. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Sinsheimer's feather cleaning and curling business, located at 316 River Street, Troy, New York. The card features an image of pink, white, and purple flowers blooming on a branch. The description of Sinsheimer's services is printed on the front of the card. [Max Sinsheimer was buried in the Berith Sholom Cemetery in Troy, New York.]

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, the Palace Block Clothing House, located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, dark animal holding a smaller animal. In the background, a policeman with a club holds a child. The text on the card advertises winter suits and overcoats for sale. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Baum & Bernstein, a clothing store in Meriden, Connecticut. The card features a simple design, printed in shadow. The front reads: 'PALACE BLOCK CLOTHING HOUSE'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a well-dressed young girl holding a folded piece of paper, potentially a clothing catalog, and the background is a green, park-like setting. The image evokes a sense of quality and sophistication, suggesting that Rosenbloom's offered fashionable and well-made garments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Solomon Finks, a clothier in Wenona, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a salesman standing with a jockey holding a riding crop. The background includes buildings. The card is likely one of a pair. The back of the card (not shown) contains an advertisement for men's and boys' clothing, hats, caps, and furnishings.

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., a clothing store in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The card is three-sided with two advertising sections. One side of the card features a store advertisement for a full line of clothing. The other side advertises hats, caps, and furnishings. [The back of the card is also filled with an advertisement.]

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of elves playing with a butterfly. The card is a vertical layout with the image at the top and text at the bottom. The back of the card is full of advertisements.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a young woman dressed in red. Her face is framed by a circular floral design, adding an element of sophistication to the image. The back of the card is fully printed with additional advertisements.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of Samuel Meyers, located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of two young women standing under a large umbrella, their attire and the umbrella itself a deep brown in color. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business, though this is not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Samuel Meyers, a clothier located at 175 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of a young woman in a brown dress. Her face is surrounded by a circular frame of flowers. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 23 & 25 Fourth Street and 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a large hound dog with its paws resting on a fence. A smaller dog is peeking over the fence, with only its head visible. The background is not depicted. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Ulrich & Kahn, located at 232 Main Street in Winsted, Connecticut, is shaped like a tambourine. A woman is depicted at the center of the card wearing a brooch around her neck. The card's back includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the C.B.D. Clothing House owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a man being measured for clothes by a tailor. Both men have amusing mustaches. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer with two locations in New York City: Eighth Avenue corner 10th Street and Broadway corner Grand Street. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two kittens on toboggans, sliding up and down a hill. The card has a bright red border. The back of the card is fully devoted to advertising.

This trade card advertises Hays & Solomon's One Price Clothing Hall, located on O Street between 11th and 12th Streets in Lincoln, Nebraska. The front of the card features two well-dressed boys standing on a gold background. Both boys wear brown suits and caps, with one holding a book or a rolled piece of paper in his hand. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. This card was printed by J. W. Rosenthal & Co., a printing company.

This trade card advertises B. Frank Hart, a boot and shoe dealer located at 81 W. Fourth St., Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card displays a colorful illustration of a lake scene with red, pink, and purple flowers. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Hart's business, with additional details about the boots and shoes he sold.

This trade card advertises Frank Roth, a merchant tailor in Mantorville, Minnesota. The front of the card features an image of a well-dressed woman feeding chickens. The text on the front states, 'Patterns and materials of every class, call on Frank Roth of Mantorville, Minnesota.' The back of the card is a full advertisement. There appears to be a separate trade card in this record advertising the firm, Strauss Bros. The front of the card includes a logo that appears to be a combination of S, B, and W. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a boys' retail department located at 440 Washington Street, corner of Summer Street, in Boston. The card features a brightly colored pheasant with a long tail. The back of the card includes more information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Simon, a clothier located at the corner of 12th and South Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a ball player in blue and black sepia tones. The illustration is detailed and appears to be part of a larger scene that has been cropped for the card. The back of the card includes additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises L. E. Shoenberg, a clothier located at No. 28 1st North, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of two roller skaters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Cohen & Brumberg, located at the southwest corner of Second and Centre Streets. The front of the card features a portrait of President James A. Garfield. The portrait appears to be a memorial commemorating the assassinated president, as it is in black and orange, the colors of mourning. The back of the card features the business's full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Brumberg, clothiers located at the southwest corner of 2nd and Centre Streets in Ironton, Ohio. The card features a portrait of Eliza, the wife of President James A. Garfield, framed in a black and orange memorial frame. This card commemorates the assassination of President Garfield, who was shot by Charles J. Guiteau on July 2nd, 1881. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the business. This card is part of a set of three.

This trade card for M. Oppenheimer, a dry goods merchant in Milton, Pennsylvania, features an illustration of a woman and a cherub holding red roses. The colors are vibrant, with yellow, white, and red dominating the scene. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. It appears to be a trade card from the late 19th Century. The woman is wearing a fashionable long, dark dress with a pale shawl that is gathered at her waist, while the cherub holds roses. The woman's blonde hair appears to be pulled back and she has a long, narrow, elegant neck.

This trade card advertises S. Bernstein, a jeweler and watchmaker located at 1214 North Second Street, Philadelphia. The card features an illustration of a sailboat in shades of blue, yellow, and pink, and a smaller illustration of a clock and watch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Peiser's, a clothing store located at 409 Eighth Avenue, between 30th and 31st Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple design with a basket of white and purple flowers. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises the business of Edwin C. Burt, a clothier and merchant tailor located at 81 N. Eutaw Street, Baltimore. The card features an illustration of a peacock and a Chinese lady in blue and sepia with gold accents. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. [Levi Weinberger is mentioned in association with this business].

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothier located in New York City. The front of the card is a charming illustration of a group of infants playing with upside-down flowers. The babies are all wearing white gowns and caps and are holding the upside-down flowers in their hands. The card is printed in shades of red, cream, and black. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for a sale, advertising “Final Chance Sale.”

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card lists two addresses, 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street, corner of Pine. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black boy wearing a stripped shirt, peeking out of a window, possibly an advertisement for the store's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's clothing store, located at 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street (corner of Pine) in San Francisco. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man in a red shirt, standing in a window. The man has a bald head and a beard. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 1418 Polk Street and 1946 Fillmore Street, corner of Pine Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of two Black women standing at a fence holding a white baby. The scene is framed by a fence with a gate and a house on the left. The women wear brightly colored dresses with white collars and cuffs. The baby has a very small, white bonnet on. The card is a caricature of a Black family, common in advertisements at the time, and shows clear racism against Black people. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco, California. The card features a caricature of two black women standing in a window. Both women are wearing a matching scarf and bandana, which were popular accessories for African American women in the late 19th century. The front of the card appears to have been part of a larger advertisement, with only two of four panels present. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freud's Corset House, located at 742 & 744 Market Street and 10, 12, 14 Dupont Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing a black corset with her hand on her hip. She stands against a pink and sepia background. The back of the card has a full advertisement and states that Freud's Corset House has been in business since 1850. The ad text includes the phrase “Circles of Pride Since 1850”.

This trade card advertises A. Lippmann & Co., a dry goods store located at 903 Broadway, between 8th and 9th Streets, in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a bustling scene of people entering the store. The illustration is done in black sepia tones on a cream background. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the store, featuring a list of items sold, including clothes, bed linens, and more.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street, [Philadelphia, Pennsylvania?]. The front of the card shows a boy climbing a wall, holding a girl in his arms. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Mayer Bros., clothing merchants located at 120 & 122 10th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue dress and a feathered hat. The background is a soft pink. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schuster's, a clothing store located at 16 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The card features a romantic illustration of a man hugging a seated woman. The man is dressed in a dark suit and a top hat. The woman is wearing a white dress with lace trim. Both figures are shown against a background of a textured pattern. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simon Rice & Bro., a dry goods store located at 229 Penn Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a well-dressed woman in black sepia. The back of the card is a full advertisement. The back of the card features a black and white image of a woman standing in front of a counter. The woman appears to be a sales clerk, and the counter is piled high with clothing, notions, and other goods. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises M. Rosenblatt, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at 47 South Main Street in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl looking out from behind a garden wall. Her dress has a floral pattern and her hair is tied with a red bow. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the Universal Fashion Company, located on Broad Street, opposite the Stump Hotel in Nevada City, California. The front of the card features a woman in a blue dress standing in a winter scene. She is wearing a fur-trimmed coat and holding a parasol. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Adolph F. Levy, a clothier located on First Street in San Jose, California. The card is printed in red and sepia on white paper. The card depicts a pair of feet resting under a beach umbrella on the sand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Cohn, a clothing store located at 393 & 395 Main Street, West Winsted, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a long skirt riding a bicycle. The card is in black and sepia tones. The back of the card contains more information about the business.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a clothing store located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy proposing to a young man. An older woman (presumably the man's mother) is watching. The card is printed in sepia tones on a gold background.

This trade card advertises Henry Peritz, a clothier at 1721 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative illustration of a flower vase with white, pink, and yellow peonies. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Arenovsky, a clothing store located in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a stocking cap with a sprig of flowers in front of her. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Arenovsky's, a clothing store located on Bridge Street in Westbrook, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by a delicate arrangement of flowers. She is dressed in a light-colored dress and wears a long, dark scarf around her neck. The back of the card includes the business name and an advertisement for the store. This trade card is one of two cards in the file. The second card in the file is a similar design but with a different illustration. The second card features a woman with darker hair, wearing a darker dress with a floral print.

This trade card advertises Rich & Silber, a dealer in foreign and domestic dress goods located at 103-107 Wisconsin Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The card features a charming illustration of a young child sitting amidst a vibrant sprig of flowers, creating a serene and elegant atmosphere. The text on the card, visible on the front, informs potential customers about their wide selection of dress goods. The back of the card includes a more detailed advertisement for Rich & Silber, providing further information about their services.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld's clothing store, located at 13 Main Street Bridge, Rochester, New York. The card features an optical illusion design, with a central image of a man's head that appears to be a profile when viewed from one angle and a full face when viewed from another angle. The text on the front of the card proclaims the business as the 'CHEAPEST CLOTHING HOUSE IN NY'. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Oppenheimer, a dealer in Weed Sewing Machines, located at 528 9th Street, N.W. in the St. Cloud Building, Hartford, Connecticut. The card is referred to as a 'Jumbo' card and features a colorful illustration of a large elephant (a jumbo) with a sky and grass background. The card is primarily red, blue, and yellow.

This trade card for I. Hamburger & Sons features an illustration of a boy and a girl playing outside a fence. The image is printed in a blue sepia tone. The front of the card showcases a border of the business's name, address, and products. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement for the business. The address is listed as 615 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington D.C.

This trade card advertises A. Baumgarten, a clothier in East Saginaw, Michigan. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a boy sailing in a boot-shaped boat, with a lighthouse and other ships in the background. The design is rendered in blue, with the sea and sky blending together. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Stone, a retailer of ladies' and children's clothing located at 131 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a sepia-toned image of a young woman in a dark dress. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing store located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a boy sitting on a tree stump, with birds flying around him. The background appears to be a forest setting. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store. The design of the card is simple and understated, with a focus on the illustration.

This trade card advertises the business of Otto Berman, a Merchant Tailor in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a stylishly dressed woman standing outside the storefront. Below the illustration, the address is given: 417 Kearny Street, Room 7, over Davis Bros. Bazaar. A second address is also given: 339 Bush Street, Room 5, below Kearny Street. The back of the card is filled with more information about the business, including the services offered and prices. [Isaac Finberg is listed as a salesman for Otto Berman in Crocker's San Francisco Directory in 1895].

This trade card advertises Bernheimer Bros. & Co., a dry goods emporium located at 912 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a stool with a cereal bowl in his lap. He is petting a cat with his right hand. Text on the card reads, “BARGIN DRY GOODS EMPORIUM.” [Bernheimer Bros. & Co. was active in Jewish affairs].

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothing merchants with locations at Broadway and Grand Street, and 8th Avenue and 40th Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a young woman holding a pug dog. Her left hand rests on the dog's head, while her right hand rests on the dog's back. The background features a decorative design of floral and geometric patterns. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a woman in a Spanish-style dress and hat. She is standing in a garden setting with a dog by her side. The illustration appears to be set against a backdrop of a building with a doorway. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing store located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an image of a steamship or boat rendered in brown and black sepia tones. The back of the card is fully dedicated to a printed advertisement which includes a poem.

This trade card for Michael Levi & Co. in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, features an Art Deco-style illustration of a farm scene with a girl and a boy. The card is printed in shades of brown and blue, with the business's name and address prominently displayed at the top. The business is located on Allegheny Street, beneath the Reynolds Opera House. The back of the card displays a full advertisement for Michael Levi & Co., a business specializing in clothing and furnishing goods. The card's overall design and illustration reflect the aesthetic trends of the late 19th century, with the Art Deco elements suggesting a contemporary touch.

This trade card advertises J. Meyers, a clothier located at 159 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The card features an illustration of a child and an infant on the floor, perhaps representing the clothing sold by the store. The front of the card has a white border surrounding the image and text. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards advertising Loewenstein Clothing. The card features a group of children playing a game. A girl in a yellow dress holds a tennis racket while two other children are playing. The background includes trees. The back of the card features a man in a coat and hat standing in front of a building, possibly a store. The back also provides more detailed information about Loewenstein Clothing.

This trade card advertises Loewenstein Clothing. The front of the card depicts a young girl aiming a bow and arrow at a target. The target is decorated with a wreath and a large, white letter 'L'. The girl wears a large hat, a dark, possibly blue, dress, and holds a red bow in her hands. She is standing near a green, possibly wooden, fence. The back of the card features a man dressed in a suit. It includes an advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises J.D. Levy & Co., clothiers located at 313 & 315 Hampshire St., corner of Third, and 120 North Fifth, Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a child holding a doll, the doll's face is obscured by its bonnet. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., wholesale dry goods dealers located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The card features an illustration of two well-dressed young girls flanking a baby. The card has a decorative red border, a background of a light blue color, and white flowers in the upper corners. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a dry goods store located at the corner of State and Monroe Streets, Chicago. The card features an illustration of a group of children playing with toy guns. The children are dressed in their holiday best, suggesting the card was intended for distribution during the holiday season. The card promotes a wide selection of holiday presents, including toys, clothing, and other dry goods. The card is in color and features an ornate border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at Nos. 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl perched on a boy's back, enjoying a day at the beach. The image shows a sandy beach and a body of water, likely the ocean. The card is formatted to include the text, 'First Clothing Store From Main Street'. The back of the card is blank and provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Aronson Bros., a clothing and dry goods store in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a goose chasing a dog. Another dog is grabbing the goose's leg. A black crow is also depicted near a hatchet. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. This is one of four trade cards. [The card is related to the Gage-Downs Corset Co., a corset manufacturer from a neighboring town, but the card does not have any information relating to the corset company.]

This is one of three trade cards advertising Kast's Fine Shoes at 735 and 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California. [Kast's Fine Shoes was a business owned by L.S. Kast and J. Kaufmann.] The front of the card features a farm scene with flowers and a summery feel. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises David Ash, a merchant tailor located at 30 Twelfth Street in Wheeling, West Virginia. The front of the card features a paint pallet with a scene of a village. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertising both J. W. Rosenthal & Co. and L. Garson & Co., clothing retailers in Denver, Colorado. The front features a charming illustration of two boys getting dressed. It is a national trade card, likely for a national clothing retailer. The back of the card is an advertisement for L. Garson & Co., located at 237 & 239 15th St., Denver, CO. The card appears to have been cut down, with a portion of the image missing on the right side of the front of the card. The card is mostly in black and white.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 & 326 River Street and 23 & 25 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a winter scene. It is slightly damaged.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of L. Fellheimer, located at 308 Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware. The front of the card features a yellow rose, centered and prominently displayed, as the main design element. The business name and address are printed below the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store, Rich & Silber, located at 103 to 107 Wisconsin Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card features a young woman surrounded by an abundance of flowers and fruit, likely symbolizing the store's offerings of fine clothing and fashion. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises M. Schneidt's, a clothing store located at 155 Essex Street, New York City. The card shows a girl and a boy playing with a toy gun. The back of the card features an advertisement for the store. There are two other cards associated with the store in this collection. This is two out of three.

This trade card advertises M. Schneidt's, a store located at 155 Essex Street, New York, between Rivington and Stanton Streets. The front of the card shows two children pushing a dolly, decorated with a hat. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises M. Schneidt's, a dry goods store located at 155 Essex Street, between Rivington and Stanton Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of two boys in soldier garb carrying a girl in a cage. The girl is crying. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card features a scenic picture, possibly of a landscape, beside flowers. The card is printed in shades of green and brown. The back of the card provides instructions for washing silk and knit articles. [The card is advertising for Roth & Friedman, and also refers to M. Heminway & Sons.]

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a sepia-toned illustration of a Black boy eating watermelon. The image is set against a yellow background, with the boy's clothing and the watermelon also in black. The card appears to be intended for a predominantly white audience and may contain racially insensitive imagery. The back of the card provides additional details about the business.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar located at 14, 16, & 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a depiction of Liberty, a female figure representing freedom, playing a banjo while standing on a quarter moon. Two owls are perched on the edge of the moon. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card advertises Cohen & Bro.'s, a clothing and furnishing goods store located at 142 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features four kittens wearing blue ribbons sitting atop a cigar holder. The back of the card is blank. The card was on exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati, Ohio, during 2005.

This trade card advertises Abe Levy & Co., a clothing store located at 1457 Third Avenue near 82nd Street, New York. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a blue hat and a matching sash. She holds a kitten. The background is a simple illustration of a wall with a single door. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The card has a light blue border.

This trade card, likely dating to 1880, advertises Baum & Bernstein, clothiers located at the Palace Block in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features a black silhouette of a man with a pipe, referencing Columbus's discovery of America. The text on the card indicates they offered clothing and tailoring services. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This is a die-cut trade card advertising Hess Bros., dry-goods merchants located in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a man wearing a skullcap. He is leaning over and appears to be holding an advertisement or brochure. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. J. Goldstein, a merchant tailor located in Bath, Maine. The front of the card features a black silhouette of a lighthouse and a ship set against a deep green ocean. A full moon is visible in the sky. The card is one block from Front Street. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with a picture of Goldstein in the center. This trade card was included in an exhibition at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati in 2005. This trade card is part of a collection of Judaica Americana.

This trade card advertises M. Born & Company, a clothing store located in Chicago, Illinois. [The business was founded in 1876 by Moses Born, a German immigrant]. The front of the card depicts a salesman and a customer at a counter. A compass sits on the counter, suggesting the store's commitment to guiding customers to the right clothing options. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, emphasizing the company's desire to establish loyal customers.

This trade card for C. I. Baumgartner, a dry goods merchant, is located at 17 & 19 East State Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a woman with a muff and skates, poised on a pond. The figure is raised and appears to be in a prominent position in the scene. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joseph Brothers, clothiers located at 229 Montgomery Street, corner of Pine Street, in San Francisco, California. The card features an illustration of Lotta's Fountain. The image has a black sepia tone, showing a fountain that is surrounded by trees and greenery with a paved walkway. The building in the background could be the Russ House, a prominent San Francisco hotel that was a popular gathering place. The back of the card is blank, suggesting that it was used for advertising purposes. The text on the front indicates that the business was located in the Russ House Block.

This trade card advertises L. I. Levy, a hair goods retailer located at 721-732 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a hummingbird perched on a branch, showcasing the company's focus on beauty and elegance. The back of the card, which is not visible in the image, features a full advertisement for L. I. Levy. The card also indicates that it is a 'National Demorest Card'.

This trade card for I.H. Brounstein's clothing store in Syracuse, New York, features a hunter standing in a snowy scene, his back to the viewer. The card is printed in black and white with a red border. The store's address, 13 and 15 N. Salina Street, is printed prominently in the upper right corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Liberman and Stevenson's Wardrobe, located at 9 N. Salina Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a scene of a canal in Venice. The canal is lined with buildings, and there are boats on the water. The card features a black border and a decorative design above the scene, with the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. I. Levy, a retailer of fancy goods, gloves, corsets, and hair accessories, located at 721 & 723 Washington Streets, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a portrait of a young woman. She is posed in a seated position with her hand resting on a table. The image is in a blue-sepia color scheme. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Daniel Bachrach, a clothier located at 13 Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts a stylized arrangement of autumn leaves on a branch, arranged in a triangular shape. The card appears to be printed in shades of brown. The card is a simple design with only the business name and address and a branch with leaves.

This trade card for Goldsmith Bros. features a girl in a red dress holding a white rabbit on a gold background. The front of the card advertises Goldsmith Bros. as clothiers with their address at 304 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenblooms', a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young girl with glasses, wearing a pink dress, leaning on a chair. The background is a simple, plain design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Blumenthal, a dealer of Globe Shirts, located in St. Albans, Vermont. The card is printed in two colors, brown and cream, and features an image of a male figure with a thick beard wearing a white shirt with a detachable collar and an open waistcoat. He holds a white handkerchief. The front of the card is illustrated with the image of the man, and contains text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh's business located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of white and yellow flowers on a branch. The background is a light cream or beige color. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. The card is printed in black ink on white paper.

This is one of two trade cards advertising the Philadelphia Clothing House located at the corner of Union and Church Streets in Lambertville, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a baby weighing apples on a scale. The card has a white border around the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Strassburger & Joseph, a clothing store located at 161 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young girl perched on a large Saint Bernard dog. The image evokes a sense of elegance and refinement, suggesting the quality of clothing offered by Strassburger & Joseph. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Levy, located at 370 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a woman's face in a circle. The background is a decorative pattern. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co. located at 42 State Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a glass vase overflowing with flowers in shades of pink and yellow. The card is shaped like a taboret, which could have been used as a small stool or stand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a store specializing in dress goods and trimmings. The card is a unique pallet shape, with a black background. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a hunting dog with its tongue sticking out. The dog is depicted in profile against a white backdrop. The back of the card is blank.

This fan-shaped trade card advertises A. Leavens & Co., a dry goods store located at 45 Market Street in Lynn, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a portrait of a young woman with a dark, braided bun. The card is printed in black ink and features a decorative floral border. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards advertising N.A. Moses & Co., a clothing importer and wholesaler located in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a Dutch girl on skates. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists a second location at 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of two dogs in a rowboat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Maier Rothschild's New York Clothing Store in Shamokin, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of three cherubs riding insects. The cherubs are holding a rope that is attached to the insects. The card is printed in blue and sepia tones. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises A. Jonas & Bros., a clothing and house furnishings retailer located at 873.875 Broadway, S.W. corner of 8th St., San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a large envelope, sealed with a flower. The back of the card provides further details about the company, including its multiple locations in California: San Francisco, Santa Cruz, San Bernardino, and Oakland. The card lists the business as manufacturers and importers.

This trade card advertises Morris Levine, a clothier located at 148 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a girl and a boy defacing a statue in a park. The statue appears to be of a man in a military uniform, with the children drawing on it. The card is printed in a sepia tone. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at 440 Washington Street, Boston. The front of the card features an illustration of a ship inside a green and sepia horseshoe. A painting appears below the horseshoe. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Danzinger's, a ladies' furnishing goods store located at 76, 78, and 80 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young woman in a Swiss costume, standing on a bridge and holding flowers. She wears a red dress, white apron, and a straw hat with a blue ribbon. The image includes a small bridge with a flowing river, trees, and a building in the background. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Sulzberger's clothing store located at 8th Avenue and 23rd Street, New York, near the Grand Opera House. The card features a boy dressed in a suit, standing before a mirror. He appears to be admiring his reflection. The back of the card features an advertisement for the business.

The front of the card displays two grotesque figures: a nanny holding a child. The nanny's expression is stern, while the child has a wide-eyed, somewhat distressed look. The nanny has a large, round head with a prominent nose and mouth, and the child has a similar expression. The figures appear to be wearing clothing from the 1800s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing merchant located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a pink rose on a stem. The back of the card is blank.

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.

This trade card advertises Salinger Bros., a dry goods merchant located at 1051 Broadway, corner of 11th Street, Oakland, California. The card is folded, and the inside features a place to write wants. On the front of the card, a man in a suit is playing a mandolin to a woman holding a fan. Both appear to be dressed in fashionable clothing. They stand against a white picket fence in front of a house with a tree and other plants. The back of the card features more advertisements. The back of the card features advertisements in the form of printed text.

This trade card advertises Edwin C. Burt, a clothing and furnishing goods store located at 22 South Saline Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two cherubs shooting arrows at a finely dressed boy. The cherubs are wearing hats, wings, and carrying bows and arrows. The boy is wearing a blue jacket with a yellow vest and a red bowtie. He has his hands in his pockets. The background is a green landscape. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises C. B. D. Clothing House, a clothing store owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a simple illustration of a man in a dark suit and a bow tie, placing a vest on a mannequin. The image has a red border with the store's name in a contrasting color, perhaps white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer with locations at Broadway and Grand Street, as well as Eighth Avenue near 40th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a boy riding a hare, wearing a straw hat. The illustration depicts a young man in a striped shirt and pants, holding a stick and riding a hare with a small white bird perched on its back. The illustration is surrounded by text. The text indicates that the business is open for business, indicating that the trade card could have been used to advertise a sale or grand opening. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Miss J. Reinstein, a retailer of Universal Fashion Patterns in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a pigeon sitting on a nest of eggs, suggesting a theme of new beginnings and fashion creation. The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Leo Straus & Son, clothiers located in Columbus, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a scene of men fighting near an engine house. The text includes the phrase 'ANTI .IRISH' suggesting that the card was created in an era when anti-Irish sentiment was prevalent. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14 & 16 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man practicing shooting with a gun. The man is depicted in a sepia tone with pink highlights. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises J. Wurtzburger, a gents furnisher located at 311 Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland, between High and Front streets. The card's front features a young woman in a pink dress and a lacy collar. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. This is a trade card.

This trade card advertises N. A. Moses & Co., an importer and wholesale dealer located at 43 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The card's front features an illustration of a young child, possibly a baby, wearing Chinese clothing and playing with toy trucks. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothing retailer in New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a pair of doves against a light background. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. Max Stadler & Co. had two locations in New York: 565 & 567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street, and 619 & 621 Eighth Avenue, corner of 40th Street.

This trade card advertises Schipper & Block, a dry goods store located in Peoria, Illinois. The card depicts a colorful illustration of a bird perched on a fan, with a pink rose in the background. The front of the card is printed in a bold, decorative style. The back of the card lists the various goods sold by Schipper & Block, which includes dress goods, silks, furs, carpets, and draperies.

This trade card advertises I. Bacharach, a clothier in Rockford, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a boy in a uniform brushing a coat with a matching hat and a red vest. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Schenthal and Grunebaum, a clothing store located at 270 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a dog and a bird perched on a branch adorned with leaves and flowers. The back of the card lists the names Schenthal and Grunebaum, confirming that the business was a clothing store. The card is likely from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises H. Liebes & Co., a clothing store located at 111 & 113 Montgomery Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of boys ice skating on a frozen lake. The illustration is likely meant to represent a cold climate. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Feldmann, Schaaf & Fries, a dry goods business located at 1600 & 1602 South Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a woman in a yellow and green dress holding a fan. The back of the card contains a detailed advertisement, listing the names of the partners in the business: Jos. V. Feldmann, J. G. Schaaf, and Oscar R. Fries.

This trade card advertises Loeb & Etchebarne, dry goods merchants located at 313 Santa Clara Street in San Jose, California. The card features a comical illustration of a baggage carrier, likely a person, in a red and sepia color scheme. The background is not visible. The card is printed on a thick, textured paper stock.

This trade card advertises Hecht Bros. & Co., located at 683, 685, and 687 W. Baltimore Street. The front of the card depicts two girls, one with a red hat and one in a straw hat. The girl in the straw hat is pushing the other in a wagon. The back of the card provides full advertising information for the store, which sells gents' and ladies' garments.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Louis Leon, located at the corner of Superior and Public Square in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a pink dress and white bodice, wearing a hat and carrying a knapsack. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Louis Leon's store, which sold men's and boys' clothing.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young woman in a blue dress. She is standing among pink flowers, holding a basket in her hand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co. located at Market and 12th Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is a cut-out design of three children facing away from the viewer with their backs to the viewer. The children are wearing colorful clothing. The back of the card depicts the same three children looking over a fence, with a cat on the ground and a butterfly in flight. A boy in the scene has a butterfly net. The card features soft pastel colors.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Strassburger & Joseph, located at 161 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl holding a carrot, dancing with a duck and a rabbit. The scene is whimsical and playful. There is no text on the front of the card. It is possible that there is more information on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Strassburger & Joseph, located at 161 Federal Street above the Post Office in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a boy holding a goose while a dog holds onto the goose's foot. The card features a brown border with a white inner margin.

This trade card advertises the Allegheny Central Store. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman dressed in traditional Japanese clothing. She is depicted standing with one hand on her hip, with a kimono and obi. Her hair is styled in a traditional bun. The image has a black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Essmann, a dry goods merchant located at 1022 Market Street, San Francisco, California. There are two cards in this record, both similar but not identical, depicting strawberries and white flowers. The front of both cards feature the business name, address, and a small illustration of strawberries and white flowers. The back of each card lists a variety of summer fashions and their prices.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations at 107, 109, 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California and 147 First Street in Portland, Oregon. The card features a red shoe filled with flowers and a booklet, symbolizing the offerings of the store. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The illustration is described as an exact copy, suggesting the use of a template or standardized design.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing merchant with locations at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The card also lists a location at 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a purple shoe facing the opposite direction, flowers, a pamphlet, and two bees flying in the upper right-hand corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jesse Rosenbaum, a clothier located at 119 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a portrait of John Hancock in black sepia. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Newman & Levinson, a clothing store located at 129 Kearny Street in San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a ship sailing on a sandy beach, with a man and two women in the foreground. Birds are flying overhead, suggesting a coastal or maritime scene. The back of the card provides additional advertising information. The card features a decorative border of dots and lines along the edges. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Newman & Levinson, wholesale dry goods dealers, located at 129 Kearny Street between Sutter and Post Streets in San Francisco. The front of the card features an illustration of a couple relaxing on a sandy beach under an umbrella. They appear to be enjoying the sea view. In the background, two ships are seen sailing on the ocean. The words 'Successors to Buyer & Reich' appear on the card. The back of the card is fully printed with more details about the business. [Newman & Levinson were successors to Buyer & Reich.]

This trade card advertises the dry-goods business of S. Bine, located at 130 Kearny Street, near Sutter, in the Thurlow Block, San Francisco, California. [Bine was previously in business with Lazarus Kline and Julius Kahn.] The card features an illustration of two women standing on a beach, watching a man in the water who is being bitten by a crab. The women are wearing long dresses, and one holds a parasol. The background includes the sea, sky, and sand. The front of the card includes the business name, address, and a decorative border.

This trade card advertises K. Meussdorffer, a ladies' furnishing goods store located at 15 Kearny & 345 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. [This business is also known to have been located at 345 Kearny Street on the southwest corner of Pike Street.] The front of the card features a delicate design of a vase filled with purple and white flowers. A hand with a dangling bracelet, adorned with a white sleeve and pink band, extends from the left side of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Young America Clothing House, located at 232 Main Street in Winsted, Connecticut. The front of the card shows a man playing bells on stage, possibly during a performance. The image is reminiscent of a minstrel show, with the man wearing a tuxedo and holding a set of bells. The back of the card features a full advertisement, indicating that the store sells clothing for men, boys, and children.

This trade card advertises Otto Berman, a merchant tailor in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a boy throwing snowballs in a red and sepia-toned landscape. The back of the card is filled with text, providing more information about the business. There are two addresses listed on the front of the card: 412 Kearny Street, Room 7 over Davis Bros. Golden Rule Bazaar, and 339 1/2 Bush Street, Room 5 below Kearny Street.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Otto Berman in San Francisco. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young woman in a green and sepia dress throwing a snowball. The back of the card provides more details about the business, including Berman's two addresses: 412 Kearny Street, Room 7 over Davis Bros. Golden Rule Bazaar, and 339 1/2 Bush St., Room 5 below Kearny Street. The card also includes a small illustration of a man in a top hat and suit.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, a clothier located at 473 & 681 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of two children playing at the seashore. One child is getting bitten by a crab, while the other looks on. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Meyers, a business selling furnishing goods, hats, and caps located at 531 Peral Street and 671 Lorain Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a bar scene where a man in a suit and a top hat holds out his glass for a drink. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Goldschmidt & Co., a boot and shoe maker located at the corner of Congress Street and Church Plaza in Tucson, Arizona. The front of the card features an illustration of two well-dressed men. The back of the card includes a full advertisement, promoting a selection of custom boots and shoes.

This trade card advertises J. Meier & Bro., a clothing store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a summer scene with three children and a dog playing in a garden. The children are dressed in bright clothing and are enjoying themselves outdoors. The card has a pink sepia tone and is printed on gray paper. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This is a trade card for J. Meier & Bro., a clothing merchant in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts three children and a dog playing in a spring setting. The image has a pink sepia tone on a gray background. The back of the card features an advertisement for the business. This is card 2 of a set of 2.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co., a clothing retailer located at 107 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The card features a whimsical illustration of a girl holding a small, stylized whale. The text on the card is simple, featuring the company name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Spangenthal, a ladies and children's outfitter located at 119 Market Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of two boys in costume carrying a girl in a playpen. The illustration has a yellow and green color scheme. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Jesse Rosenbaum, a clothier located at 119 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a sepia-toned portrait of John Adams. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Jesse Rosenbaum, located at 119 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black and sepia illustration of a woman’s head with a Turkish-style headdress, set against a background of floral motifs. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business and includes the name Millie Cook. A second, blank card is also included in this record.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of H.L. Strasburger & Son, located at 306-308 Seventh Street, Washington D.C. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a striped apron, holding a letter. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oettinger's dry goods store located at 3130 M Bridge Street, between High and Congress Streets in Washington, D.C.. The front of the card features a comical-looking postman standing near a flower pot. The background includes a building, suggesting a city setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Ulman, a ladies' and children's clothing store located at 421 N. Gay St., Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a hand holding a pot of flowers. Text on the card reads “Custom Work to Order.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for J. Felsner, located at 459 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey, features an image of a large sprig of autumn leaves on the front. The back of the card displays an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Straus Bros., clothiers, located on the north side of the square in Paola, Kansas. The card features a unique illustration of a man's face superimposed on the moon, with a boy's body. The background is green. [Leo Straus, a member of the Knights of Pythias, was associated with the business. The family later moved from Kansas.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises C. I. Baumgartner, a dry goods and notions store located at 117 East State Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a sprig of white and pink flowers and berries. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., located at 31 and 33 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a wintry scene with a red rose and birds. The back of the card contains more information about the business. [Altman & Co. was a branch of the Buffalo, New York-based wholesale and retail company owned by Isaac, Henry, and Julius Altman and David Rosenau. The Minneapolis store opened in 1888 and was managed by W.H. MacWatters. In 1897 the store was purchased by Minneapolitan Frank G. Raichle and renamed The Surprise Store, a clothing, hat, and furnishings business.]

This trade card advertises S. Salomon, a dealer in dress trimmings and findings, located at 92 Lexington Street in New York City. The front of the card features a red rose with green leaves, centered against a light green background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the tailoring services of Bostick & Keefer, located in the McKinley Block in Canton, Ohio. The front of the card features a portrait of Sarah Bernhardt, a famous French actress. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises V. H. Cohn, a clothing merchant in Cobleskill, New York. The front of the card features an image of a courtly scene with French-dressed ladies and gentlemen. A naked child is holding a corset, indicating that this may be an ad for a women's corset maker or a clothing store specializing in women's clothing. The card's background is in shades of brown and black, creating a refined and elegant appearance. The reverse side of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Greensfedler, Florsheim & Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a girl wearing a blue hat and coat and holding books. She is surrounded by geese and stands in front of a lush green and blue landscape. The girl holds a red parasol. The text 'GREENSFELDER, AND FLORSHEIM & CO' appears on the card.

This trade card advertises Julius Jacobson, a dry-goods merchant in Corry, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of roses. A vase with red and white roses is depicted in the center. The bottom of the card shows a cat peering at the vase. A group of boys are standing in front of a home outside in the snow, with a snowman in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Crawford, a clothing store located at the corner of Main and San Joaquin Streets in Stockton, California. The front of the card features a woman standing with a staff, looking out at a wave-filled ocean. The card is primarily green and gray. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing store located at 242-244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a man engaging in a friendly interaction with a woman who has a knitting basket in her lap. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing store located at 242, 244 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of three well-dressed boys standing in front of a large grandfather clock. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Diamond Bros. in San Bernardino, California. The card features a stylized illustration of a young boy wearing a Chinese-style hat and costume. The boy is playing with a squirrel. The card is printed on textured paper and features a red, blue, and yellow color scheme. The front of the card is primarily a color image, and the business details are on the back.

This round trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's, a clothing store located at 13 and 15 North Saline Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a bird perched on a branch, with a blue and green color scheme. The sun is rising in the background, adding a sense of optimism. The card's design is both elegant and evocative, reflecting the quality of the clothing offered by the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., clothiers, located at the corner of Washington and Summer Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features two gentlemen on a shore, showcasing a selection of spring wardrobe items. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including mail order options.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts two cats playing, with one on top of the other. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing store M. Rosenthal located at 375 Eighth Avenue, near 29th Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl in a pink dress. She is looking at a rabbit that is near several raw tomatoes on the ground. The image is framed by a black border with a red and white trim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Orris & Gaskill, clothiers located at 392 and 394 Main Street, Meadville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two naked cherubs, measuring a nude body with a tape measure, against a gold background. The cherubs are in flesh color. The back of the card provides more information about the business and includes the addresses of the stores: 392 and 394 Main Street and 201 and 203 Chestnut St., Delamater Block. The card is part of a set of two cards and is the second card of the set.

This trade card advertises Guthmann, Carpenter & Telling, a clothing store located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The card features a girl in a hat playing badminton. The caption on the card reads 'Forty Love,' likely a reference to the score in the game. The front of the card displays the store's name, 'Guthmann, Carpenter & Telling,' and the phrase 'National Card.' The back of the card is blank. This trade card is one of a set of three.

This trade card advertises Guthmann, Carpenter & Telling, a clothing dealership located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The front of the card features a child wearing a large bonnet, eating a candy cane and holding another. The text 'A Sweet Tooth' appears above the image. The business name appears twice on the card: 'GUTHMANN, CARPENTER' and 'G. C. & T.' The words 'National Card' appear in the lower left corner of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldstein Brothers, clothiers, located at 183 & 185 Eighth Avenue, between 19th and 20th Streets, New York, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young boys fishing from a rock in a stream. They are wearing clothing that appears to be the product sold by Goldstein Brothers, as the boys have a gentlemanly appearance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Nathan's clothing store, located at 229 Sixth Avenue, corner of 14th Street in New York City. The card features a simple design with a basket of white flowers on a dark background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a merchant located at 367 6th Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman dressed in Indigenous clothing and accessories, including a feather headdress. The woman holds a long staff and stands before a backdrop of a mountainous landscape, with a moon and stars visible in the sky. The card also notes that mail orders are accepted. The back of the card includes a detailed advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises J. Friedmann, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at 371 Elm Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a Peter Pan collar and a stylish dress. The design incorporates intricate scrollwork, adding a touch of elegance. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Frankenfield, a clothing merchant located at 397 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl looking at flowers on a plant. The background depicts a decorative, ornate, and possibly antique-style frame. The card is printed in shades of brown and blue. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry M. Flexner, a hatter and gent's furnisher located at 455 East Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card features two boys riding broomsticks as horses. The boys appear to be racing and appear to be in a playful mood. One boy is dressed in a blue and white jacket and the other boy is dressed in a yellow and blue jacket. The text on the card advertises caps, hats, gent's furnishing, canes, and umbrellas. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises James Rothschild, a clothing manufacturer located at 477 Eighth Avenue, corner of 34th Street, New York. The front of the card displays a photograph of machinery, likely from Rothschild's manufacturing facility. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business, including details about its offerings and services.

This trade card for Mandelbaum, a clothing merchant, advertises his business at 73 Washington Ave. in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a hand holding a terrified cat by the tail. The cat is looking at the viewer with wide, frightened eyes. The background of the card is a solid, dark color, with the business name and address in a bold, white font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Frank & A. S. T. Co., a clothing retailer located at 76 Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a mother bird defending her chicks from a cat who has found their nest in an old shoe. The mother bird is perched on the shoe's edge, with her wings spread out, while the cat is trying to reach the nest from below. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Sulzberger, a dry goods store located at the corner of 8th Avenue and 23rd Street in New York City. The front of the card depicts a lively scene of people dancing at a ball. The card is likely from the 1880s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bertha Aschner, located at 933 West Market Street, Louisville, Kentucky. The front of the card depicts a woman's hand holding a basket of flowers. The illustration is executed in a delicate and intricate style, and the colors are muted and elegant. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Rothschild's clothing store. It features a large illustration of a fort on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S.I. Freeman's clothing store, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, the first clothing store from Main Street. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a mother disciplining two children. A man is shown kicking a dog out the door. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothing store located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a humorous scene with a butcher chasing a dog away from his shop. A man sits smiling in the doorway of the store. The illustration is printed in black sepia on a yellow background. The back of the card contains additional details about the business.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street. The front of the card features a caricature of two Black children leaning on cellar doors. A Black man with a pipe is opening one of the doors. The illustration is in black and sepia tones against a pink background. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's clothing store, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman falling out of bed, suggesting a lively and playful atmosphere. The image is executed in black sepia on white, providing a vintage look. The back of the card contains further details about the business.

This trade card advertises M.J. Steinberg, a clothier at 303 N. Fourth Street in Syracuse, New York. The card features a simple illustration of two children being harassed by geese in a park setting. The card is colored with shades of blue and green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. J. Steinberg, located at 303 North Fourth Street. The front of the card features a sepia-toned illustration of a girl holding a basket of fruit and a boy holding twigs. The card is printed in brown and gold tones. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Altman & Co., a clothing store located at 31 and 33 Washington Avenue South in Minneapolis, Minnesota. [The business was a branch of the Buffalo, New York based wholesale and retail company owned by Isaac, Henry, and Julius Altman and David Rosenau. The Minneapolis store was located on Washington Avenue near Nicollet Avenue. In February, 1897, the store was sold to Frank G. Raichle and became known as 'The Surprise Store, F. G. Raichle, propr. Clothier, Hatter, and Furnisher.'] The front of the card features a woman standing on a scenic path, with a picturesque backdrop. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ben. Levy & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Winter Street. The front of the card features a young boy wearing a marching hat and a bare torso, dressed in clothing. The boy is saying 'Farewell to Citizens Clothes' - a reference to the store's high-quality, fashionable clothing. The background is a dark blue with an inscription of Parisian Cream. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R.H. Macy & Co. in New York City. The front of the card features a young boy dressed in a military uniform and holding a sword and a bottle. He is looking at the viewer with a serious expression. The illustration appears to be set in a park with trees in the background. The background is white with red and black lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Loeb, a clothing store in Hughesville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child throwing coins to frogs sitting on a mound of hay. The frogs are in a playful pose, stretching out their bodies and making the scene comical. The card features a red border with a black line along the inside edge. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Shoneman Brothers, a clothing store located at 116-118 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The card features a humorous illustration of Don Quixote, a famous literary character, riding a horse. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Shoneman Brothers, a well-known cheap trimming store, features a hand holding roses and a large, bold text box announcing the store's address: 116, 118, & 120 North 8th Street, Philadelphia. The card also has text in smaller type, suggesting a more detailed advertisement on the back. The front of the card is framed with a red border. The back of the card is not included in the images.

This trade card for H. Sundheim, a dry goods merchant, features a large rose illustration. The address, 318 N. Second Street, is printed below the rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for H. Sundheim, a dry goods retailer, features a small rose in a blue bow. The address, 318 N. Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Shoneman, a dry goods and dress accessories store located at 101 South Eleventh Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl sitting on a stone bench with two dogs at her side. The scene includes flowers, a rabbit, and a brick wall. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Bloom's, a dry goods and house furnishings store located at 48 and 50 West 14th Street, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children, a boy and a girl, reading a book together in a park setting. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Charles Weinberg, a clothier located at 89 Borden Avenue, Hunters Point, Long Island City. The card depicts a ragged, older man with a hat held out for money and a well-dressed young woman dropping a coin into it. The back of the card has a full advertisement. The card is from the 1885 era.

This trade card advertises the businesses of Baldwin & Miller and Levy & Katzman. One side of the card advertises slippers and gaiters in a plain and fancy variety. The other side of the card advertises Baldwin & Miller, Tailoring. The card has a national advertising component for Levy & Katzman, Slippers and Gaiters. It is not clear what type of gaiters or slippers are being advertised. The card is printed in black and white and contains an ornate border.

This trade card advertises I. Hamburger & Sons, a clothing retailer located at 615 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C., under the Metropolitan Bank. The front of the card features a Swiss boy playing music. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Shwartz & Son, a store selling ladies' and children's suits and underwear located at 133 Canal Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is designed with a bell-shaped design, and the front of the card includes the announcement that the store is an agent for foreign manufacturers in Paris. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of L. F. Mayer, located at 62 & 64 Ohio Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a boy wearing blue clothing and a yellow hat, sneaking up on two birds perched on a tree branch. He is wearing boots. The back of the card appears to be blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a shoe merchant at 7 & 9 North Eighth Street. [Cohen had no branches.] The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy courting a young girl. He has a flower behind his back. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including 'Burt's Fine Shoes', and 'Sole Agency for Fine Shoes'.

This trade card for A. Weitzenkorn & Sons advertises children's clothing. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and a girl at the seashore. They appear to be playing by the water's edge, with the girl carrying a bucket and the boy holding a shovel. The background features a blue sky with puffy clouds, and the ocean. The back of the card contains the business's full advertisement, offering an assortment of children's clothing.

This trade card advertises H. Schwarzschild, a clothier located at the corner of 14th and Main Streets in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a man sitting on a stool, smoking a large pipe. He is wearing a fur hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a merchant tailor located at the southeast corner of 5th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young woman holding a bouquet of flowers. She wears a black dress and white collar, with her hair styled in a bun. The card includes the text 'Merchant Tailors' in an elegant font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro.'s, a clothing store located at 163 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical illustration of a giant red shoe with children riding inside. Four butterflies are flying around the shoe, adding to the fantastical atmosphere. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Morris Cohen, located at 193 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The card features a whimsical illustration of a donkey standing out in the cold, suggesting the cold weather clothing Cohen offered for sale. The illustration is in a sepia tone, adding a vintage touch to the card. The back of the card is completely covered in advertising text.

This trade card advertises Max Greenfield, a clothing store located in Erie, Colorado. The front of the card features a robin perched on a flowering branch, with a hose, a parent, and a child in view. Blue flowers are depicted on the side. The back of the card contains a pencil sketch of a bird and flowers, signed by the artist.

This trade card advertises R. H. Macy & Co. at their location in New York, New York. The front of the card depicts two stylish girls playing with a doll. The girls are well-dressed, and their attire suggests a time period around 1885. The background of the illustration is unclear. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the business of Chapman Raphael, a clothier located at 213 & 215 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man playing a horn while wearing striped pants. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Maybaum's, a clothing store located at 338 North Eighth Street, below Callowhill Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a kitten in her arms over a pitcher. The card is printed in color with a red border. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh's New York Bazaar, located at 6 and 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a basket of pansies, likely symbolizing the floral motifs or patterns found in the store's wares. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a millinery business located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a stylized Art Deco butterfly design. This is the first of four cards, although the contents of the remaining cards are not specified. [No additional biographical information for S. Cohen & Co. or S. Cohen is available at this time.]

This trade card advertises L. Hirschkowitz, a retailer of dress accessories located at 11 Ann Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The front of the card depicts a basket of red roses. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises L. Hirschkowitz, a milliner located at 11 Ann Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The front of the card features a basket of pink roses. The back of the card contains more advertising information. This image was created in the second printing. The original image is a photo of a woman wearing a hat. A rose sits on the hat with a piece of red ribbon hanging from it.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co. It features two boys dressed in clown costumes. The boys are wearing bright red and sepia-toned clothing with a gold background. The card appears to be a single-sided card.

This trade card advertises Adolph Heller, a manufacturer of ladies' and children's clothing located at 21 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a single red rose with a green stem and leaves on a plain background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Kaufman's, a clothing and dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a stylized red rose on a branch, adding a touch of elegance. The card has a red border and the business name is written in black in a simple, bold font. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement.

This trade card, one of two, advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothing merchant located at 9 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a soldier looking in the window of a shop. The image is simple but evocative, suggesting the quality and variety of goods available at the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 9 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a woman walking a dog on a leash. The woman appears to be passing by a butcher shop. The back of the card contains more information about the business.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier at 9 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is printed on yellow paper and decorated with a rose and sprigs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Myers, a clothier located at No. 16 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy hunting a turkey and a rabbit with a bow and arrow. The back of the card is blank, with a full advertisement of Morris Myers’ business.

This trade card advertises Morris' Myers, a clothier located at No. 16 North 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a storefront scene with a tall man standing by a window that showcases balloons and other goods. There are women visible inside the store. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the business. This card is one of five in the set.

This trade card advertises C. I. Rosenau, a clothier located at 23 North Street and Girard Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple black and white illustration of a young messenger boy carrying a package. The back of the card contains the business advertisement.

This trade card, one of five in the set, advertises Morris' Myers, a clothier located at No. 16 N 2nd St., Philadelphia. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children looking at a street scene. The back of the card contains advertising for the business.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, milliners and fancy goods merchants located at 116, 118, and 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a hand holding red roses. The back of the card is a full advertisement. This is one of seven trade cards that are in this record. The other cards in the record include trade cards from Joseph Jacobs and M.L. Rosenberg & Co. The other cards in the record also have illustrated fronts and blank backs.

This trade card advertises Philip Effinger's, a dry goods store located at 1050 N. Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card is rectangular and features a sprig of flowers in the center. The business name is written at the top of the card in a script font. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card is printed on thin paper with a slightly yellowed tone and the flowers appear to be printed in shades of purple, blue, and green. The card is smaller than average. The card is approximately 2.5 inches by 3.5 inches.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a wholesale dress trimming and millinery goods business located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylized image of a sprig of flowers framed by two clasped hands. The front of the card lists the business's addresses: 113 & 115 Eigth Street (presumably for retail) and 33 Arch Street for wholesale. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Myers, a clothier located at 16 N 2nd Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative border with a pattern of birds and flowers surrounding the text. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Morris Meyers, a clothier located at 16 N. 2nd Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of people picking apples in an orchard. There are three figures in the illustration. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., a dealer of fancy articles, located at 1026 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design of blue and red flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises P. Fleischner & Co., located at 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of daisies on a red background, and text that reads “Holiday Goods.” The front of the card also features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a business specializing in dress trimmings, located at 116, 118, & 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two kittens nestled in a basket, surrounded by a sprig of roses. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a dress trimming and button store located at 116, 118, & 120 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple, black and white illustration of a dog in front of a doghouse. The dog is facing the viewer and has a playful expression. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a clothing business located at 116, 118, & 120 N. Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a dog and a bird perched on a sprig of flowers. The background of the card is not pictured and it is unclear if it is plain or if it contains another image. The back of the card is full of advertising copy, which is not pictured in the image.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a dress goods store in Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a baby sitting in a highchair. The baby is holding a quill pen and a small bottle of ink and is seemingly writing in a book on the table. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. This image appears to be a second card from the same company. The image on the second card is not as clear but depicts a man on the left and a woman on the right holding some sort of drapery or fabric.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing merchant located at 303 & 305 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, New York. [The business was owned and operated by Mark Shwartz, a Jewish immigrant from Prussia who became a self-made success in Poughkeepsie.] The card features a whimsical illustration of a locust playing a concertina. It has a yellow border around the perimeter of the card.

This trade card advertises Stern Brothers, a department store located at 32, 34, 36 West 23rd Street, New York, New York. The front of the card shows a young woman wearing a richly decorated Italian costume, holding a fan in her hand. She appears to be standing in a room with an ornate, patterned rug and a table to the left. The back of the card features a full-length portrait of a boy wearing a suit, standing with his hands behind his back. He is looking directly at the viewer. The background of the image appears to be an outdoor setting with some greenery.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's clothing store located at 3 South George Street, York, Pennsylvania. [Lewis Horn was a salesman employed at the store.] The card features a comical illustration of a man in a green suit (perhaps an Irishman) being chased by a large dog. The illustration is in a woodcut style. The man is shown stumbling and holding his hat. The dog is snarling and seems to be about to pounce on the man. On the card, the man is depicted in a cartoonish style, with exaggerated features and a wide grin. The image is set against a colorful background, with a red brick wall, a white fence, and a blue sky. The text is in bold, black lettering, with white outlines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, a clothier located at 473 & 681 Broadway Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man being measured for clothing. The man is wearing a large hat and appears to be having his measurements taken with a measuring tape. He is being measured by an unseen tailor. The background of the card is a yellow and pink pattern. The back of the card is blank. The illustration is a comic depiction of a tailor measuring a man with a long measuring tape. The man has a large mustache, round glasses, and a long, bushy beard. He is wearing a hat on his head.

This trade card for the Star Clothing House, owned by A. Schlesinger, is located in Owatonna, Minnesota. The front of the card displays a black and white image of a baby's head. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a cloaks and dolmans business located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York. The front of the card depicts a child holding a piece of jellied bread which a small dog appears to be attempting to snatch. The card is printed in brown ink and features a white border. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for Ehrichs', promoting their range of cloaks and dolmans.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a New York City retailer specializing in cloaks and dolmans. The front of the card features a delightful illustration of a young girl teaching her pet dog to sit up. The dog is wearing a collar and is looking at the girl with a playful expression. The girl's dress and hat are stylish, reflecting the fashion trends of the time. The back of the card is dedicated to a full advertisement for Ehrichs', highlighting their offerings of cloaks and dolmans in various styles. The ad also includes the store's location: Eighth Avenue & 24th Street, New York City.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a cloak and dolman manufacturer located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl with a parrot perched on a stand. The parrot is wearing a necklace and a red cap. The girl is wearing a simple dress and a sash. The back of the card provides details about Ehrichs' business, advertising cloaks and dolmans in various styles. The background on the front is a single, light-colored area with a line at the bottom that appears to be a patterned carpet. It is a simple card with a simple illustration, but one that conveys the message well.

This die-cut trade card advertises Gratz & Levy, clothiers located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a yellow rose. The business address, 334 River Street & 19 4th Street, is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Meyer, a shoe dealer located at 444 Grand Street, near the corner of Ridge Street, in New York City. The front of the card features a large drawing of a shoe decorated with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a retailer of ladies' furnishings, located at 112-116 Market Street in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman dressed in a stylish gown, holding a bow and arrow. The design is reminiscent of a classical painting, with flowing lines and a dramatic pose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a skating scene. Two figures dressed in long coats and hats are skating on an ice rink while a woman in a long dress, who has fallen, grabs their legs. The back of the card offers a deal: customers can receive free cards or skates depending on their purchase.

This trade card advertises J. Kantrowitz & Co., the Bay State Clothing House located at 220 Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The card features a silhouette of a politician holding a hat in one hand and a cane in the other. The front of the card displays the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing and dry goods business of N. Rosenau & M. M. Newman, located at 23 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children playing in a field of wheat, with a dog lying in the foreground. The background includes a fence and a house. The card is bordered in gold, with a small blue banner at the top, reading 'Rosenau & Newman.' The back of the card features an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Harry Marx, a clothier located at 2695 Third Avenue, between 143rd and 144th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of three young children playing on a brick ledge. They are dressed in colorful clothing, and the scene suggests a playful and carefree environment. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Sessler, a clothing retailer specializing in suits and cloaks. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl blindfolding a dog. The scene appears to be taking place in a park-like setting with a fence in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, a clothier located at 473 & 681 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. The card features a Scottish boy playing a horn, a whimsical depiction that may reflect the business's name and the quality of its products. The card is one of a set of three. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of R. Bornstein located at 473 & 681 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a young boy in Scottish attire smoking a pipe. The illustration is done in a colorful, whimsical style with a bright red background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, two out of three, advertises R. Bornstein, a clothier located at 473 and 681 Broad Street in Newark, New Jersey. The card features a Scottish boy playing a violin. The card is from the 1880s. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business, A. L. Exstein & Co. The card is decorated with a floral motif of roses. [The business was located at 5 Yates Block, Syracuse, New York and the company was a donor to the Jewish Relief Fund.] The front and back of the trade card appear to be the same. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, a clothing merchant located at 707 Penn Street. The card features a depiction of a boy and girl dancing, possibly representing a social event. This is one of three cards in this record. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Austrian & Dreifoos, clothiers, advertises a location at 707 Penn Street. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a girl in a fight, likely playing a game. This may be two of three cards in a set, as this description indicates. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business Austrian & Dreifoos. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young man and woman flirting. The couple is standing under a tree, and the woman is holding a bouquet of flowers. The background includes trees and a house, possibly a storefront. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, clothiers located at 707 Penn Street. The front of the card depicts a boy and girl talking, a scene set against a blue background with black lines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Buffalo Clothing House in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a wall, with sunflowers behind him. The background of the illustration appears to be a countryside setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sam'l Burger, a clothier in Cairo, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a hand holding a bouquet of pansies. The background of the card includes a decorative pattern of repeating flowers. The back of the card features an illustration of two men standing on a wintery scene.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., showcasing their selection of "The Best American and Foreign Woollens." The front of the card features a depiction of a storefront or display case filled with bolts of fabric. The display shows an assortment of textiles with several national flags visible near the materials. The business's address, Market and Twelfth Street, is indicated on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gold, Baum & Co., a dry goods store in Marshalltown, Iowa. The front of the card features a portrait of a woman wearing a corset. This was the first dry goods store in the county and opened in 1882. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards for S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The card features a colorful illustration of children dressed in 1500s-style clothing, standing among fruit trees and baskets. The children are holding fruits and flowers, creating a festive atmosphere. The card is part of a larger set, possibly representing different departments or seasons within the clothing business. The back of the card is blank.

This is the second of three trade cards for S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children dressed in 1600s attire. The children stand among fruit in the foreground. The background is a landscape setting.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing retailer located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a colorful illustration of children dressed as Pilgrims standing amongst various fruits and foliage. They are wearing traditional Pilgrim attire, including hats and long coats. This is the first of three cards in this record. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of children playing with a large elephant in a park setting. Two of the children are dressed in clothing similar to late 1800s attire. The image is on the front of the card, and the back is blank.

This is the second of three trade cards for S. Rosenbloom & Sons, Clothiers, located in Syracuse, New York. The card features a colorful illustration of children playing with an elephant. The front of the card is mostly a large illustration. The background is a blue-gray color. The elephant is yellow, with a black harness and red, black, and white trim. The children are clothed in various shades of blue, red, pink, yellow, and white. The illustration is set against a blue-gray background with trees and other foliage. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers, in Syracuse, New York. It is one of three cards in a set. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children playing with an elephant. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, one of a three-part set, advertises Leo Meyer, a clothier in Ashtabula, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a girl in different poses. It is unclear whether the back of the card is blank or has more information.

This trade card advertises Leo Meyer, a clothier in Ashtabula, Ohio. The card features a series of illustrations of a young woman in different poses. The woman is shown in various positions, including standing, sitting, and walking. The illustrations are drawn in a delicate and elegant style. The card is one of a set of three cards. The back of the card is blank. The card is not dated. The card is housed in the University of Pennsylvania Libraries' Special Collections.

This trade card advertises the clothing store I. H. Brounstein's, located at 13 & 15 N. Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a simple design of a hand holding a bouquet of flowers. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazar in Hartford, Connecticut. It's the first clothing store from Main Street. The front of the card features an elegant design of lilies and orchids. The back of the card includes a full advertisement about the store's move to a new location at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street.

This trade card for Cohnreich Bros. clothiers features a depiction of Rebecca at the Well. The image is located on the front of the card and is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank. The address of the business is 840 Market Street, San Francisco, California.

This trade card for L. Wineburgh, a clothing and jewelry store located at 110 John Street, Utica, New York, features an illustration of two boys carrying a ring. The ring is large and ornate and appears to be worn by one of the boys. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I.S. Cohen, an agent for the Standard Sewing Machine Co., located at 145 Sixth Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing. They are holding a hoop and a stick, and appear to be jumping over a rope. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Glens Falls, New York. The card features an illustration of a child's head emerging from an envelope. This trade card is part of a set of four. [The card was displayed in a Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio, during 2005.]

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, 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 M. Kohner, a dry goods merchant located at 2403 North Broadway, St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card depicts a country scene, featuring a quaint farmhouse, a barn, and a cluster of trees. The back of the card is blank. [M. Kohner was active in Jewish affairs.]

This die-cut trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman's dry goods store, located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is shaped like a flower vase, suggesting that Altman sold fabrics and supplies for home decorating or sewing. The card is printed on thick paper and has a reddish brown background. The name “Jacob G. Altman” is printed in large, bold letters and is surrounded by a decorative border. Below the name is a smaller message, “507 1/2 West Baltimore Street.” The back of the card is blank. [Jacob G. Altman was a Jewish merchant who owned a dry goods store in Baltimore, Maryland. He likely sold a variety of goods, including fabrics, sewing supplies, and other household items.]

This trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman, a dry goods merchant located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is die-cut in the shape of a flower vase. The front of the card is a simple design with the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sonnenfeld's clothing store in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a man pulling on a piece of cloth. The card is printed in black and white and features a stylized font with a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co., a clothing store located at 107 Washington Ave. South, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features an image of birds in a shoe. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Loewenstine & Co. of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features an illustration of two Native Americans paddling a canoe. The card is accompanied by a handwritten note that indicates the card was part of a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a clothing and furnishings store located at 142 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a rose on an easel, a simple but elegant design. The image suggests that the business offered high-quality clothing and furnishings. The back of the card is blank. There are two more cards in this record. The other cards are not described, as only the front of the first card in the record is visible.

This is one of three trade cards advertising S. Cohen & Bro's, clothiers located at 142 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a rose on an easel. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a clothing store located at 142 Locust Street in Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a rose on an easel, suggesting the store may have also sold floral arrangements or accessories. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Bernheimer Bros. & Co., a dry goods merchant located at 912 Main Street in Kansas City, Missouri. The front of the card features a young girl holding a cat on her lap, surrounded by a floral border. The back of the card is blank. The illustration appears to be in a cartoon style, with a distinct outline for the girl and cat. The card has a red border and the text is in black.

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, one of four in the collection, advertises Joseph Jacobs, a clothier in Chatham, New York. The card's front features a comical scene depicting a man wearing a top hat, possibly shopping for clothes. The slogan 'That just suits you' is prominently displayed. The card also indicates the location of the shop in the Jones Block, Main Street, at 'Rogalsky's Old Stand'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joseph Jacobs, a merchant located at Jones Block, Main Street in Chatham, New York. The card features a comical scene. The image on the front of the card is part of a set of four. This is the third card in the set. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is one of four in a set, advertising Joseph Jacobs, a clothier in Chatham, New York. The card features a comical scene. The illustration depicts a caricatured figure in a top hat, holding a bag of money. The back of the card is blank. [Joseph Jacobs operated a wholesale and retail clothing business in New York. He sold men's, youths', and boys' clothing, and gentlemen's furnishings. He also appears to have had a clothing manufacturing business.]

This trade card advertises the clothing store P. Ostheim & Son, located at 1102-1104 Germantown, Corner Second Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a well-dressed man. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Isaac Rothschild, a leading clothier located at 103 & 104 W. Second St., Davenport, Iowa. The front of the card is a simple design with the company name, address, and the tagline “Leading Clothier” in bold lettering. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Zabinski, a clothier located at 1499 Third Avenue, New York, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a boy and girl on a boat shaped like a shoe. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for Zabinski's business.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of A. Lowenstein, located at 17 South Greene Street, Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a boy holding a net and a basket. The back of the card features a full advertisement. The card is printed in black and white on a cream-colored paper. The front of the card has a slightly faded appearance, likely due to age.

This trade card advertises Ink & Moser, clothiers located at 176 Main Street, Somerville, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a child in traditional Japanese clothing, which could be seen as a racist stereotype. The card has a decorative border with a gold-colored design.

This trade card advertises Greenwald's, a clothing store located at 23 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts two children holding a spy glass, perhaps looking at something in the distance. The background is a field of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Samuels, a clothier located at 34 Church Street in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a comical illustration of a man and a woman sitting on a park bench. The man has his arm around the woman's shoulder. The woman is facing the viewer and the man is facing away. Both of them are wearing hats and there are trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Samuels, a clothier located at 34 Church Street in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The card features a comical illustration of a man ice skating. The image depicts a man wearing a hat, coat, and pants, attempting to ice skate. He is leaning forward and appears to be losing his balance, creating a humorous scene. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Silberman, a clothier at 45 Remsen Street in Cohoes, New York, features an image of a child sleeping in the woods. The child is lying down surrounded by greenery and foliage. The front of the card is printed in black ink on white paper. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Meyerhoff's clothing store located at 222 South Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of people ice skating. Figures wearing colorful hats and clothing are shown skating on a frozen pond. One figure has fallen down on the ice and is being helped up by another. The text '222 SOUTH STREET' appears on the card below the skating scene. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Freeman's One Price Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a young child crawling out of a basket, while the back of the card contains a full advertisement. The back advertises a move to a new location. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Saks & Co., a Washington D.C. based business. The card features a portrait of President Benjamin Harrison and an American flag, suggesting the card was printed during Harrison's presidential term (1889-1893). The back of the card features the results of the 1884 presidential election, suggesting the card was likely printed sometime after that election, but before 1893. The card was displayed at an exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005.

This trade card for H. Siegel, a clothier in Los Angeles, California, is a puzzle card. The front of the card displays a circular image, likely a puzzle, with the business name and address printed beneath. The back of the card is blank. The card is composed of a thick, sturdy paper stock and printed with a vibrant, multi-colored design.

This trade card advertises Pearl Shirts, a clothing store owned by M. Weil, located in Huntington, West Virginia. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a harbor scene. A ship is docked, and sailboats are in the background, A dock or wharf is visible, along with buildings and a lighthouse. The back of the card is a 1885 calendar. There are various stock advertisements for Pearl Shirts at the top of the card.

This trade card advertises Rosen, a business located at 37 Broadway in New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of Theodore Tilton, a prominent American journalist and author, and the back of the card includes a detailed advertisement for the business. The front of the card is in black and white, with a dark background. The lettering is in a stylized script font.

This trade card advertises Louis Goldstein & Sons, a dry-goods store located at 189, 191, and 193 Poydras Street in New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two elves holding a bottle of champagne. The back is blank. [This card was on exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati in 2005.]

This trade card advertises T. H. Auerbach's, a dry-goods store located at 305 Nicollet Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a woman wearing a dark dress and hat, standing near a table. There is a piece of fabric on the table. The card's background appears to be a floral pattern. The back of the card is blank. The card is a part of a collection of trade cards belonging to a Jewish-American family from Pennsylvania.

This trade card advertises Strasburger & Son, clothing merchants located at the corner of Gay and Front Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a stylish dress. She looks off to the side with a serious expression. The card is printed on thick paper stock, making it sturdy and durable. The background of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith Brothers, clothiers located at 304 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design, featuring a woman standing against a background of leafy foliage. The woman is wearing a long, flowing dress with a wide, flowing skirt. The card is printed in shades of brown. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hecht & Morris, a dry goods store located at 8th Avenue and 47th Street in New York City. The card features an illustration of lilies, a common motif in trade cards of the period. The image is in black and white. The card appears to be blank on the back.

This trade card advertises Louis Reis, a clothing store located at 73 Main Street in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a heartwarming illustration of a dog rescuing a child from a dangerous situation. The child, dressed in a white dress and holding a red umbrella, is shown being pulled back from a seemingly perilous edge by a dog. This image suggests a message of safety and security, which may have been intended to attract customers seeking trustworthy clothing for their children. The card has a red border, and the back is blank.

This trade card for I. Cohn, a clothier, depicts a group of children playing with a dog in a park setting. The card features a red border and includes the address 364 MANHATTAN AVE., NEW YORK. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises H. H. Levy, a clothier located at 882 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a silhouette of a high hat with an eagle perched on top. The eagle's wingspan extends over the hat, and the eagle's head is positioned to look directly at the viewer. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises R. Bornstein, a clothier located at 473 & 681 Broadway Street, Newark, New Jersey. The card features a comical illustration of a man smoking a cigar. He is wearing a suit and hat and appears to be in good spirits. The illustration is set against a background of what appears to be a street scene with buildings and pedestrians. The background is very light. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothing merchant located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a man holding his shopping, likely a bag or a bundle of clothing. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The front of the card features a black and white illustration in a vintage style. The trade card has a red border with black and white text.

This trade card for E. Hurwitz, a dry goods and notions merchant in New Bedford, Massachusetts, features an illustration of a woman in a white dress standing on a rock, with a backdrop of trees. The woman is holding a bottle of Austen Cologne and a small bouquet of flowers, while looking directly at the viewer. The woman's attire and the lush surroundings create a visually appealing and feminine image. The inscription ‘Austen Cologne’ appears across the top of the card, emphasizing the cologne as the featured product. The back of the card includes the business's full address: 183 South Water Street, New Bedford.

This trade card advertises the Famous Boot and Shoe House, a shoe store owned by B. Goldstein. Located at 105 South High Street in Columbus, Ohio, the store is depicted on the back of the card. The front of the card features a humorous image of a chicken wearing a shoe with its head peeking out from the top. It is a whimsical illustration featuring simple linework and a muted color palette.

This trade card advertises Roos Bro's, a clothing merchant located at 35 & 37 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a whimsical scene with elves sitting on top of coins. The back of the card includes details about the business, including its branch house location at 22 South C. Street in Virginia, Nevada. The card has a red border and an ornate design featuring a scrolling banner.

This trade card advertises M. Eliassof & Bro., clothiers located at 325 East Water Street, Elmira, New York. The front of the card features a woman in a dress and a leaf hat. She appears to be in a store, possibly holding a fabric sample or a garment. The illustration is rendered in a simple and somewhat cartoonish style, typical of trade cards from this era. The background is a simple, mostly plain wall. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Liebes & Co., a furrier located at 133, 135, 137, & 139 Post Street, San Francisco, California. [The company was a pioneer Jewish merchant specializing in Alaskan Arctic Seal fur.] The front of the card features an illustration of two women wearing elaborate fur coats. The illustration appears to be a montage of multiple women. One is wearing a dark fur coat with a large fur collar. The second woman is wearing a coat with a light, patterned fur and a fur hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, clothiers located at 705 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black and white caricature with a racist depiction of a Black person. The illustration is in a comical style. The business's name and address are clearly printed on the card. The back of the card is blank. [Note: The image contains offensive imagery. The library does not endorse the racist depiction.]

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Avenue in Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a large illustration of a pink rose, which is commonly associated with the clothing industry. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Loeb, a clothier located at 346 Penn Avenue, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a single red rose with green leaves, displayed in a wicker basket, against a background of light green. The front of the card has a red border. The back is blank.

This is a trade card for Rosenbaum's located at 407 and 409 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the image of a bouquet of violets. The back of the card is blank. The card is part of the collection E and found in Volume 39, page 21, of the collection.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum, a clothing and dry goods store located at 702 Penn Ave., Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of three children looking out of a window, possibly into the shop. The back of the card contains the store's full advertisement.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a retailer of dress trimmings and buttons located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a stylized vase, a common motif in decorative arts. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card for A. & J. Wiener, clothiers in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, features a bird with a rose in its beak. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Lowenthal, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at the corner of Baltimore and Schroeder Streets. [This location was likely in Baltimore, Maryland.] The front of the card features a woman's hand holding a basket of flowers. The illustration is in a floral motif. The flowers are pink and white. The card is printed in a bright, eye-catching yellow. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Levy Bros & Co., a dry goods store located at 32 & 34 Market Street in Wilkes-barre, Pennsylvania. The card is die-cut in the shape of a bellows. The front of the card features an illustration of a grand English estate scene with a large, ornate house and a spacious lawn. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Yochsberg & Ulman, a clothing and dress accessory store located opposite the courthouse in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a floral arrangement with a variety of carnations. [Isaac Ulman was born on October 12, 1818, in Baden, Germany. He married Rachel Rosenfeld and had 10 children. Ulman passed away on March 25, 1886 in Williamsport, Pennsylvania.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothier with locations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy in a colonial-era costume. He is dressed in knee breeches, a waistcoat, a powdered wig, and stockings. The card announces the address of the Philadelphia store: 1112 Market Street. The card also announces the location of their branch store: 4327 Main Street, Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothing retailer located at 1112 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman in colonial dress. The front of the card includes an ad for the business' branch store located at 4327 Main Street in Manayunk, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Wiener, a clothier located at 9 N. Hanover Street in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The card features a comical illustration of a young boy sitting on a wall, with his legs dangling over the edge. The back of the card is blank.

This is a die-cut trade card for Altman & Co., located at 31 and 33 Washington Avenue South. The front of the card features a winter scene, possibly a street or park, with bare trees. The back of the card is fully covered with an advertisement. The image is in black and white and the illustration appears to be of a fairly high quality.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1026 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a young boy sitting on a wall, looking off to the side. There is a red border around the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, listing the rules of doing business at Heiman Bros.

This trade card advertises the East Side Clothing House, owned by D. Abrams and located at 45 Division Street, Milwaukee. The front of the card features a bust of a young woman dressed as a peasant, possibly representing a worker in the clothing industry. The card has a red border. The back is fully printed with advertising for the business.

This trade card advertises Kempner & Greenberg, a clothing retailer located in South Bend, Indiana. The front of the card features an illustration of two children dressed as a king and queen, standing on a block that reads “Odd Fellows.” This card appears to have been on display at a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, during 2005. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kempner & Greenberg, clothiers, is designed to appeal to children. The front of the card features a young boy dressed as a knight, standing on a block, while a young girl watches. There are trees and a building in the background. The front of the card is printed in red, blue, and black, with a red and black border. The card is blank on the back.

This trade card advertises S. Caro's clothing and furnishing goods store located at 1032 Market Street in San Francisco. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children playing with a lobster at the shoreline. The children are dressed in brightly colored clothing, and the scene is set against a backdrop of a blue sky and crashing waves. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods and dress accessories store located at 903 & 905 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a girl standing next to a giant egg with two doves perched on it. The card has a bright red background and is adorned with decorative elements.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods retailer located at 208 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a basket of blue flowers. The card is likely from the business that took over the space previously known as 'Fleischner's Old Stand'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed in violet ink, advertises S. Levison, a dry goods merchant located at 350 Main Street, Springfield, Massachusetts. The card features a simple design with the business name and address prominently displayed. The front of the card is dominated by the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gross, a clothier located at 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, 17 4th Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a child pushing a cart full of wheat sheaves, a decorative cartwheel, and a stylized floral border. The text 'Marble Hall Clothier' is displayed at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a “Cheap Trimming Store” located at 116 & 118 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child sitting in a highchair. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom's, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a simple design of a young woman standing and holding a bolt of fabric. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, a retail establishment at 42 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young girl holding a pair of ice skates. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for S. Rosenbloom & Son, Clothiers, features a hand holding a red rose against a backdrop of a post office building. The front of the card is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gerson's, located at 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card is a simple design, featuring a horseshoe and dogwood flower in black and white. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Strauss & Co., a dry goods store located at 124 Main Street in Norwich, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a boy and a girl feeding chickens. Both children are dressed in simple clothing. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Stern and Sonneborn, clothiers located at 217 & 219 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey, features a man in a safari-style suit. The suit suggests the business catered to adventurous clientele or those who travelled overseas. The image emphasizes the idea of quality, as the clothing is represented as sturdy and fit for travel. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Stern and Sonneborn.

This trade card advertises the feather cleaning and dyeing services of Mrs. K. Benjamin, located at 2628 Oliver Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The card features a bust of a young woman with a cap. The text on the card indicates that Mrs. Benjamin cleans, dyes, and curls feathers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods store located at 208 N. 8th Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a child, holding a wooden sword, being knocked over by a broom. The child is wearing a blue dress and a black hat. The illustration is surrounded by a border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul's clothing store located at the corner of Pearl and Beaver Streets in Albany, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl wearing a pink dress. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Levy's Capitol Hat Store, located at 68 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a bust of a girl wearing a stylish, purple velvet hat. The hat has a wide brim and a large, elegant plume. Her hair is pulled back in a bun and she is wearing a decorative brooch at her collar. The background appears to be a pattern of floral vines. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. J. Steinfeld, a clothier located at 214 & 216 Ontario Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a cat standing in a shower. The cat appears to be surprised or confused, and it is wearing a large hat. The cat's expression is exaggerated, and it has a small, pointed tail. The shower is made of pipes and has a nozzle that is pointing towards the cat. The card has a dark green border with white lettering. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store. [The card was exhibited at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati in 2005.]

This trade card is shaped like a tamborine and advertises Jacob Weinheimer, an upholsterer located at 49 North Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The card depicts a young woman dressed in a blue suit. The front of the card has a red and gold border with a small gold star in each corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Perlowski, a clothing dealer located at 404 Grove Street, Jersey City, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a family on a mountainside with a picturesque view. The address and business name are printed in large, bold letters. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. R. Weil, a clothing dealer located at 2138 North Front Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children in a sailboat. The sailboat is white with yellow sails and is surrounded by water and sky. There is a small figure standing in the water in front of the boat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Merscher Bros., clothiers located at 521 Poplar Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a winter scene with a family walking toward a church. The family is dressed in warm winter attire and the background includes snow-covered trees and a church steeple.

This trade card advertises Schnurman, Roth & Co., proprietors of the Anchor Clothing Hall, located at 719 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a beautifully dressed woman in a blue gown with a wide, flowing skirt. She stands with a relaxed pose, her right hand on her hip, as she looks off to the left. The image is framed in an ornate border. The card has a red background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Weil's Bargin Clothing House, located at 737 Cumberland Street in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a young girl picking grapes from a vine. The image is surrounded by text and has a dark border. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business. The card is likely from around 1885.

This trade card advertises Isaac Wolf, a “One Price Clothier” in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young woman picking flowers in a meadow. She is wearing a white dress with a blue sash and a straw hat. She is holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers. The background is a green meadow with trees in the distance. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains the advertisement.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros. Lancaster Bazaar located at 13 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features a stylized design in blue and purple with a pansy or daisy type of flower. The card is a simple design with minimal text on the front and is likely a trade card designed to be given to customers or used in a store display. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros., a store called 'Palace of Fashion' located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a child in a red dress and white apron washing a doll in a basin. The child is holding a bar of soap. The scene suggests the store carries goods for children and household items. The text on the card is 'PALACE OF FASHION' in an elegant font and '13 EAST KING STREET'.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a dress goods merchant located at 6 & 8 Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children in bed. The children are in an Art Deco-inspired setting and the card has a ''Merry Christmas'' message in the upper left corner. The card has a red border. The back of the card features the full advertisement for the store. The card is part of a collection of trade cards donated by a Judaica Americana collector to the University of Pennsylvania Library.

This trade card advertises E. Stern, a clothier located at 333 Market Street in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man holding a billboard with a red border. He is wearing a straw hat with a large plume and a brown suit. He is holding a stick in his right hand and has a surprised expression. The background of the card is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Rose, an umbrella maker located at 39 South Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a race. The front of the card depicts a comical illustration of a race that includes a dog, a cat, a man in a top hat and a man on horseback. The text 'THE FINISH' is prominent on the front. The reverse of the card contains a business directory listing the services of J. Ostheim.

This trade card advertises Benjamin V. Kurtz and Mrs. Kurtz, a dry goods store located in Parkersburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a floral and lake scene. The main street is also visible in the background. The back of the card provides detailed information about the store and its offerings. This is an unusual advertisement for a separate husband and wife store. It suggests that the store was jointly operated.

This trade card advertises William Loeb, a clothier located at 26 & 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card shows a colorful illustration of several children with a large snowball. The back of the card contains an advertisment and a price list.

This trade card, advertising William Loeb, a glover, features a colorful illustration of a red and blue carnation on the front, alongside the text 'FOR THREE BUTTON KID GLOVES @ 25 CENTS.' The back of the card includes the address of the shop: 26 & 28 N0RTH QUEEN STREET. The image includes small white type in the bottom right corner that could be part of a watermark and reads: 'Trade Cards Printed by L. A. Miller, Lancaster, Pa.'

The front of this trade card features a colorful illustration of a woman in a hot air balloon basket. The balloon is red with a white background, with yellow accents on the balloon strings and basket. The basket is wicker and the woman is wearing a colorful dress and a bonnet. The card has a blue border with a gold inscription at the top and bottom. The address, 26 & 28 North Queen Street, appears on the front of the card in a simple block letter font. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros., Lancaster Bazaar, located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a red carnation, which symbolizes the business's name. It is a simple design with minimal ornamentation, but it effectively communicates the name and address of the business. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Astrich Bros. Lancaster Bazaar located at 13 East King Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features a red rose and two rose buds. The front of the card is black and white. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card features a stylized rosebud design with the name M. Levy at the top. The address, 3 East King Street, is displayed on the card. The front of the card displays only the name and address, the reverse is blank.

This trade card for Astrich Bros. advertises their Lancaster Bazaar, located at 13 East King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the store name, address, and a white dogwood branch. The back of the card is blank. The image depicts a white dogwood branch with its distinctive white, petal-like bracts. The branch is stylized in a decorative manner and has prominent dark green leaves against a light background.

This trade card advertises M. Mendelsohn, located at 320 N. Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays a delicate illustration of a bird feeding its chicks, set against a colorful background. The text on the card proclaims 'HAIR GOODS A SPECIALTY.' The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothing merchant operating at 324 & 326 River St., and 23 & 25 Fourth Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a boy sitting on a piling in a river. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Kaufman's, a dry goods store located at 25 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a cherub with a wreath. The back of the card includes a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises A. Ostheim & Bro., a clothing and tailoring business located at 510 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of children fishing with a net in a river. The card is surrounded by a red border and has a red and blue logo. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Werthheimer & Co., a dry goods merchant in Port Jefferson, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children playing in the waves. The illustration is in a mid-century style, with a bright palette. The business address, Main Street near Hotel Square, is mentioned on the card but the details of the business are not included. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. R. Oppenheimer, a clothier in Massillon, Ohio. The card is die-cut in the shape of a car, possibly a 1958 Edsel, and features a mountain cabin scene. There is a scenic view of a forested mountain with a wooden cabin and a fence. The card is blank on the back.

This die-cut trade card for L. Wineburgh, a jeweler located at 110 John Street, Utica, New York, depicts two men carrying a large ring. The card is die-cut in the shape of the ring and features a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Mme. D. Potsdamer, a dressmaker located at the Southwest corner of Eighth and Noble Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a die-cut design in the shape of a fan. The illustration shows a young boy talking to a girl over a fence. The card has a green border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co. The card is printed in black and white and features a humorous image of a dog seated in a chair reading a newspaper. The dog wears a hat, a bow tie, and a vest and holds a monocle. The front of the card also lists the company's address, located at Fifth, South & Passyunk Ave and Market & 12th Streets. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jonas Lauer, a clothier in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a girl sailing a boat in a serene setting. The business address, 321 Lackawanna Avenue, is prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing retailer located at 303, 305, and 307 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card depicts a child standing next to a Saint Bernard dog. The child wears a long, dark dress and is holding a large, brown hat. The dog, with white fur and brown markings, sits beside the child. The background of the image is not visible, but there appears to be some foliage. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S.G. Levi's clothing business located in McGregor, Iowa. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a beetle attempting to jump over a string. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

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 A. Lowenstein, a clothier located at 17 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card features a stylized bird with a red head. 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 Rosenbloom Bros., clothiers located at 22 South Salina Street, corner of Railroad in Syracuse, New York. The card features a humorous illustration of a child at a zoo having their hat taken by a mischievous monkey. The monkey is holding the hat in its hands and looking up at the child, while the child appears surprised and amused. The monkey is depicted in detail, with a realistic expression and a lively pose, adding a playful touch to the scene. The background of the illustration is not visible in the image, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Kuhn, a dealer in kid gloves and novelties, located at 151 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The front of the card features a decorative fan made of peacock feathers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D.F. Hirsh, a hatter and furrier located at 4 East Market Street in York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the text “RED ROSE” in bold, capital letters, likely a reference to the nickname of York, Pennsylvania. The front of the card also displays the address of the business, 4 East Market Street. The back of the card is a full advertisement with prices for hats and furs.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 6th Avenue near 23rd Street, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy wearing a traditional English dress with a round collar, a small, pointed hat, and knee-length breeches. The words 'ENGLAND' are printed above the boy's image, suggesting that S. Bloomfield specializes in English clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schnurman, Roth & Co., proprietors of the Anchor Clothing Hall, located at 719 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a winter scene with two birds perched on a yellow rose. The card has a simple, elegant design, featuring a black border and white text against a light background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Saks & Co., a clothing store located at 1013 Main Street in Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a child wearing an oversized man's shirt. The back of the card features a detailed schedule of fireworks displays on October 31st and November 3rd. The back also includes an inscription mentioning that the card was on display at the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.

This trade card for M. Rosendorff & Sons, dry goods merchants, features a prominent illustration of red and yellow roses with an Irish harp. The design is simple and elegant, likely to appeal to customers of the time. The card includes the business address: 277 & 279 Grand Street, between Eldridge and Forsyth Streets, New York City. The card has a narrow border of a brown-black color. The back of the card is blank. The text on the card is in English.

This trade card advertises the business of N. Rosenau, located at 23 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a small sailboat as the primary image, with a simple illustration of a sailboat with a red sail. The front of the card includes the address and the store name. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Schneider & Co., an amusement emporium located at 1106 Eleventh Avenue in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of a young woman standing on a rock. She is dressed in a long gown and is looking directly at the viewer. Her hair is long and flowing, and she is holding a book. The background of the card is a landscape with a variety of trees, shrubs, and flowers. The card is printed in shades of brown, blue, and green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Weil's, a clothing store located at 1116 Eleventh Avenue, Altoona, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a fine lithograph of the bust of a young woman. The woman's hair is styled in a loose wave and she is wearing a simple necklace. The card is printed in shades of brown, and the woman's face is very pale. The card is printed on heavy stock paper. There is no back to this card.

This trade card advertises Bloomingdale Bros., a clothing retailer located at Third Avenue and 56th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a single purple shoe with white flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Bloomfield, a clothier located at 367 Sixth Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a beautifully lithographed image of a young boy. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Bro's, a clothing store located at 142 Locust Street, Columbia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of an easel with a yellow rose painted on a canvas, with the address printed below. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Samuel Cohen in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl smelling a red rose bush. The text on the card indicates Cohen's location at 7 & 9 North 8th Street, above Market Street, on the east side. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Stern & Sonneborn, clothiers located at 217 & 219 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features an image of two girls, framed in a circle, surrounded by roses. The back of the card contains the full advertisement for the business.

This gold-colored trade card advertises the millinery shop of S. Levison, located at 350 Main Street in Springfield, Massachusetts. The card features a charming illustration of a child standing behind a bouquet of flowers, adding a delicate touch to the advertisement. The text indicates that 'Trimmed Hats and Bonnets' are a specialty. This card appears to be from the back of a larger printed card and has no design on the verso.

This trade card advertises Morris Appel's clothing store located at 160 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The card features a red rose in the center of the design. The rose has green leaves and a stem and is surrounded by a white background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Meyer Bros., located at 239 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a soldier eating porridge. It also advertises a branch store at 771 & 773 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Morris Levine, a clothing merchant located at 148 Main Street, Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a simple illustration of two birds and a crescent moon. The business name is prominently displayed beneath, along with the address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenau & Cohen, Milliners and Dressmakers, located at 23 North 8th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children walking through a hay field. The children are wearing clothing typical of the late 19th century. The card has a red border. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Rosenau & Cohen.

This trade card for S. Levison at 350 Main Street in Springfield, Massachusetts features a spider on a web. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., a clothing retailer located at 303, 305, and 307 Main Street, Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card depicts a child sitting on a bench with a dog. The background of the card features a building in a shaded green color, with a dark green roof.

This trade card advertises Alfred Aarons, a clothier located at 322 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card depicts a hand holding a rose, symbolizing the quality and beauty of Aarons's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Straus-Emerich Outfitting Co., located at 1121, 1123, and 1125 Olive Street in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card features a maple leaf with a scene of a windmill in a winter landscape. The back of the card includes an advertisement. It also states that Straus-Emerich Outfitting Co. was formerly located at 1116 Olive Street and offers free car tickets.

This trade card advertises Kline & Bro., clothing merchants located at 605 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The card features a sailor boy standing on the deck of a sailing vessel, suggesting that Kline & Bro. may have sold sailor-related clothing or supplies. The illustration depicts a single mast with the ship's sails partially unfurled. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiener the Tailor, located at 20 Fulton Street, New York City. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man playing a mandolin while wearing a large, bright red bow tie. The text “Sweet Violets” appears above the figure in the center of the card, which is framed by a simple black border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods merchant located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a baby standing in a crib. The background is a light blue color with a red stripe at the bottom. The back of the card contains an advertisement. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises C. Raphael, a clothier located at 213 & 215 South Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy playing a flute. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises A. Heineman, a clothier located at 140 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a simple design with a young boy looking at a snail on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Meyer Bros. on the front of the card is a bust of a woman, possibly representing a goddess. The card includes the business address: 21 Peace Street, New Brunswick, NJ. It also lists branch stores located in Paterson and Newark, New Jersey. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The trade card has a red border.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia retailer of dress trimmings. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a butterfly perched on a flower. The design is framed by a decorative border with the business name in a prominent display at the top. The card includes the address: 113 & 115 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business, along with a 1877 calendar. This card is likely from 1877, as the calendar on the back includes a date of 1877.

This trade card advertises R. Ballerstein & Co., located at 360 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a butterfly with its wings fully spread. The design is surrounded by a decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises R. Ballerstein & Co., a millinery business located at 360 Main Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The card features a butterfly with its wings closed. The image is framed in a black rectangle with a white border.

This trade card advertises S. Leopold & Bro., a clothing store located at 504 Market Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an illustration of a carnation, a symbol of love and affection. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. A. Mastbaum, a clothing retailer located at the southeast corner of 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl dressed as a maid, holding open a box that appears to contain clothing. The illustration is simple and elegant. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jos. A. Mastbaum, a clothier located at the southeast corner of 6th & South Streets in Philadelphia. The card features a child dressed in fancy clothing and holding a dress. The child appears to be wearing a skirt, blouse, and hat, and is holding a dress in their hands. The front of the card features a large, colorful illustration of the child and a small inscription with the business name and location. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, milliners and dressmakers located at 116 & 118 N. 8th Street. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of children playing with a performing beetle. The children are dressed in elaborate clothing, which suggests that Shoneman Brothers specialized in fashionable attire. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hassler's, a business that sold umbrellas and parasols, located at 224 North 8th Street above Race Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man stealing a pig. The card is printed in red ink and features a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Armand Dalsheimer, a clothing merchant located at 134 & 136 North Eight Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with an oversized head. The illustration appears to be a parody of traditional clothing advertisements. The card is primarily white with black ink, with a faint yellow background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Vogel Brothers, shoe dealers located at 8th Avenue and 42nd Street. The card features a die-cut image of a shoe, which is the main feature of the design. The back of the card contains an advertisement. This is a typical example of a trade card from the late 19th century. The card is likely a business card for the company, as its purpose is to make a lasting impression on customers with the business's name, address, and logo.

This trade card advertises Isaac Goldsmith, Jr., a clothier located at the corner of Centre Square and Third Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a large, white dog with a red collar sitting next to a pink rose. This image may be intended to represent a brand or product, although it is not clear what is being advertised. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at No. 7 & 9 Eight Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a pink dress playing jump rope. She is holding a string of flowers in one hand. She is wearing a white hat with a blue bow. She is jumping over the rope with a yellow hoop and wearing a pink skirt. The card is printed on thick, glossy paper. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., located at 108, 110, 112, and 114 North 8th Street. The front of the card features a drawing of a pixie holding a tree. The pixie is dressed in green and white, with a red hat. The background is a forest scene. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Sol. Lieberman, a clothier, features an image of two children reading a book. The front of the card is simple, with just the illustration and the address, 74 East State Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Sol. Lieberman, a clothier located at 74 East State Street, Ithaca, New York, features an illustration of two children standing with a large, seated dog. The children are dressed in casual clothing. The card features a simple, geometric design and is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Newgarden Bros., a ribbon box located at 232 North 8th Street and 229 1/2 South Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features two red roses against a cream-colored background. The back of the card provides the full business name, 'Eighth Street Ribbon Box,' and lists their addresses.

This trade card advertises Louis A. Levy, a clothier located at 332 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a soldier running away from a turkey. The soldier is dressed in a red uniform and holds a musket. He appears to be startled. The turkey is facing the viewer and appears to be pursuing the soldier with its wings outstretched. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Weinberg Bros., agents for Ball's Corset Co. in Worcester, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing a corset, accompanied by Cupid. The back of the card provides an advertisement for Ball's Corset Co. and indicates the address of the business at 357 Main Street.

This trade card advertises R. Ballerstein & Co. located at 360 Main Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is a vibrant green and features a striking illustration of an Asian woman dressed in traditional clothing. She stands in a garden setting, surrounded by lush greenery and flowers. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of exoticism and beauty, typical of late 19th-century representations of Asian cultures. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S.J. Goldstein, a clothier in Bath, Maine. The front of the card features a theatrical portrait of actress Carrie Perkins in performance garb. The background is a drawing of the front of a church. [The card was included in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in Cincinnati. The exhibit, “American Jewish Archives,” was held in 2005.] The card is printed on a creamy yellow cardstock and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Mayer, a clothier located at 406 & 408 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young boy standing by a body of water, holding a puppy. The boy is dressed in a sailor suit and is wearing a straw hat. The card has a brown border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Rochester Clothing House, located at 704 State Street in Erie, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a frog shooting a cannon. The image is in black and white with a decorative red border.

This circular trade card advertises Charles F. Saul, successor to Tobey & Saul, a business located at 17 & 19 East Water Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a clown with donkey ears standing in front of two donkeys. The text on the front of the card is written in a circular pattern and identifies Charles F. Saul as the successor to Tobey & Saul. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing and dress goods store M. J. Strauss', located at Fulton and Fourth Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of a child playing on a bed with a doll. The back of the card is entirely devoted to advertising. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Joseph Weil's clothing and furnishing goods store located at 144 Springfield Avenue, near West Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a comical scene: a young Black boy in knickers is holding a baby. The image is framed by a black border. The card's back includes the notice 'Will Remove April 1' indicating a possible relocation of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Cohn, a clothier located at 419 & 421 Broadway in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a black-and-white caricature of a Black woman, known as a 'Mammy' figure, holding a baby while standing by a fence. The card has a brown border.

This trade card advertises J. Cohn, a clothier located at 419 & 421 Broadway, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of an elderly Black man reading a newspaper out of a window. The illustration is drawn in a humorous style and is likely intended to be humorous. The card is primarily black and brown in color, with a white border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W. & M. Gross, clothiers located at 121 and 123 Congress Street, corner of 5th Street, in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two men. The shorter man is dressed as a sailor and appears to be gesturing toward the taller man, who is dressed in blue. The back of the card includes an advertisement and a list of prices for overcoats.

This trade card advertises Globe Shirts, a business owned by L. Ginsburg, located at the corner of Tuer and Thames Streets in Newport, Rhode Island. The front of the card depicts a globe in a shirt walking side by side with a shirt in the form of a person. The text on the card indicates it is a national card for Globe Shirts. There is no information about what is on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a dry goods merchant located at 116, 118, and 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a basket of puppies. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. Volinsky's business, located at 419 Ontario Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a picturesque country scene, featuring a hay wagon and a pond. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for M. Volinsky, highlighting his specialties, which include clothing, hats, furnishings, watches, jewelry, trunks, satchels, and other items.

This trade card advertises the Giant Clothing Co. owned by A. May and located at the corner of Canal and Lyon Streets in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The card features a large red rose with the words 'Giant Clothing Co.' printed above and the store address below. It also includes the text 'Red Rose… Impressed' suggesting the business' use of a red rose logo or symbol. [After his brother Abraham joined him, they separated from Housemans and started their own clothing store under the name of A. May & Sons.]

This trade card, one of five in a series, advertises Langsdorf & Co., clothiers located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street in New York City. The card features a child, a boy dressed in a solid-colored jacket. The card states its purpose is to showcase the merchandise. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co. at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street, New York. The card is printed in black and white. It features an illustration of a boy wearing a plaid jacket and short pants. The illustration appears to be a representation of the types of clothing sold by Langsdorf & Co. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., clothiers located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street, New York. The front of the card features a young boy wearing a solid-colored jacket and short pants. The image focuses on the boy's clothing, likely to showcase the merchandise offered by Langsdorf & Co. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Gross, a business located at 701 Brown Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children making a snowman. The children are dressed in winter clothing and are smiling as they build the snowman. The background is a snowy landscape, suggestive of wintertime in the city of Philadelphia. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W. Dewolf, a retailer of dress accessories located at 39 South Eighth, above Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of three kittens sitting in a basket. One kitten is looking out of the basket while the other two remain inside. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Langsdorf & Co., a clothier located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street, New York, shows a man wearing a plaid suit. This card is part of a set of five cards that are intended to show off the merchandise sold by the company. This card is one of five in a series. The front of the card features a man in a plaid suit. The front of the card is designed to showcase the merchandise, while the back likely contains additional information about the business.

This trade card advertises Langsdorf & Co., a clothing store located at 643 Broadway, corner of Bleecker Street in New York. The front of the card features a man in a plaid suit, an overcoat, and a silk hat, standing with his hands on his hips. The card's design is a bold visual statement, highlighting the quality and style of Langsdorf & Co's merchandise. The reverse side of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the mail order department of A. Shuman & Co., a clothing retailer located at the corner of Washington and Summer Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a boy bundled in a fur-trimmed coat, standing in a snowstorm, as an advertisement for the company's “Latest Fashions for Fall and Winter 1889-90.” The text at the bottom of the card reads: “The Wealthiest Clothing Mfg. & Retailer in 19th Century Boston.” The back of the card provides a diagram for self-measurement of a gentleman’s coat for mail order purposes.

This trade card is shaped like an oak leaf. The front of the card features the name “Morris Gross, Marble Hall Clothier” at the top and the address: “#336 & #338 River St. / 13, 15, 17 4th St.” in the center. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for J. Mandelbaum, a clothing and furnishings store located at 20 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York, features a comical illustration of a man on a cart loaded with household goods. The cart is drawn by what appears to be a horse. The front of the card depicts the man, seated on the cart and holding a bag of goods, with his right hand raised in a gesture of greeting. The background includes a building and trees. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Sons, clothiers in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an embossed design of grey birds flying among flowers. The design is framed by a black border. The back of the card appears blank.

This trade card advertises Hassler's, a dry-goods and umbrella store located at 224 North Eight Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose, a common motif found in advertising materials of the time. The back of the card contains further details about the business.

The front of this trade card for A. Hirsh, located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, features a floral design with a large violet motif. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for clearance sales.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing store in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features an embossed image of white birds flying with flowers. The card also includes a drawing of the Post Office Building. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. Wurtenberg and Co., located in Fort Edward, New York, features a large white rose with a scene in the background. The card appears to be printed on heavy stock paper. The rose is centered on the card and occupies much of the front. The background scene is visible behind the rose.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul's clothing establishment. The front of the card features a winter scene with a castle in the background. The text on the card lists three different locations for Julius Saul's business: 51 & 53 N. Pearl Street in Albany, 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, and 23 & 25 Fourth Street in Troy. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black ink on white paper, with a black border around the edges.

This trade card advertises A. Nathans, a clothing and furnishings store located at the Southeast corner of Seventh and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a young boy playing with a dog. The back of the card has a full advertisement for A. Nathans' store.

This trade card advertises Louis Meyers, a clothier located at 296 Main Street in Poughkeepsie, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child carrying a basket. The image is framed by a decorative border.

This trade card advertises A. Nathans, a ladies' and children's clothing store located at the southeast corner of Seventh and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding birds in a garden setting. The birds are perched on a branch of a tree, and the girl is holding a small bag of seeds. The background includes trees and greenery. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the store, providing more details about the services offered.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier with two locations in Troy, New York: 336 & 338 River Street and 13, 15, 17 Fourth Street. The front of the card depicts a pastoral scene of a woman with a baby sitting on a grassy hill surrounded by trees. There is a flock of sheep in the field and a fence in the background. The fall season is depicted by the colors of the foliage. The card has a decorative blue border with an ornate design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features an illustrated winter scene depicting a cottage and snow-covered trees. The front of the card lists addresses for the business: 336 & 338 River Street, and 13, 15, 17 4th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Alfred H. Aarons, a clothier located at 320 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a sailboat in a pond. It appears to be a still scene, perhaps during a calm summer day. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises J. Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts two children playing at the seashore. One child is holding a basket, and the other is holding a doll. The children are standing on the beach with a wooden railing in the background. The image is simple and charming. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business, suggesting a large Jewish family was associated with the business.

This trade card advertises J. Rothschild, a millinery shop located at 32 Temple Place, Boston, Massachusetts. The card features an unusual illustration of the interior of a millinery shop. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Shoneman, a dry goods store located at 1018 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a white lily in full bloom with its stem and leaves. The image is framed in a simple, black rectangular border. The back of the card is blank. The text on the front is in a cursive font with a decorative flourish, and reads: 'S. Shoneman - 1018 Chestnut'.

This trade card advertises Morris Gross, a clothier located in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a woman in colonial dress standing before a background of yellow lilies. The woman is wearing a long, white dress with a ruffled neckline. She holds a fan in her right hand. The card also lists several addresses for the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., clothing merchants located at Broadway corner Grand Street and 8th Avenue corner 40th Street, New York. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a man in a top hat holding a walking stick and talking to a large turkey. The turkey appears to be wearing a crown. The background is a red and white checkered pattern. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Max Stadler & Co. It is unclear what the content of the advertisement is.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's Dry Goods, a store located at 903 & 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a young boy standing next to a giant egg and two doves. There are decorative flourishes in the background. The card also includes the store's address, 'Two Doors Above 8th'. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises George Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a castle inside a winter leaf with an image of a snowy mountain peak, possibly the Sierra Nevada, in the background. The text on the card notes that the business has moved to a new location at 915 Washington Street. The image is surrounded by a light blue and white border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, dry goods merchants located at 1003 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a mother and two children feeding chicks. There are a variety of chickens, including chicks, roosters, and hens. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a stylized cottage illustration inside a square with a pink dogwood tree growing in front. The card also lists a new address, 915 Washington Street, indicating a possible relocation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 915 Washington Street in Oakland, California. The card features a stylized image of a cottage nestled within a large, stylized leaf. The design is a winter scene, suggesting the card was distributed during a colder season. The front of the card provides the address and indicates that Samuels relocated to 915 Washington Street. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 905 Washington Street, Oakland, California. The card features a charming illustration of a boy holding blue flowers for a girl. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods and dress accessories store located at 903 & 905 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl riding a giant dove, symbolizing the store's focus on fashion and elegance. The inscription 'Two Doors Above 8th' provides additional location information. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, a dry goods store located at 1003 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts two girls sitting on a fence. The girls are dressed in different outfits. The girls appear to be chatting or giggling. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, dry goods merchants located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two women in long dresses serving tea. [The card was on display at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati, Ohio during 2005.]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, a business located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The card features a mountain scene with blue lilies in the foreground. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, a dry goods store located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The card features a full-color illustration of a peacock with its tail feathers spread wide. The peacock is a symbol of beauty and elegance, which may have been intended to reflect the high-quality merchandise offered by Kahn & Sons. The card's background is a simple, light blue, allowing the peacock to be the focal point. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises The Elite, a clothing store owned by C. Isaacs in Oakland, California. The card features two robins perched on a branch against a light blue background. The store's address is printed at the bottom of the card: 888 Washington Street, between 7th and 8th Streets. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Kahn & Sons features a ship sailing in a circle and surrounded by dogwood flowers. The card indicates that the business is located at 1003 Broadway, Oakland, California. The card is one of a set of three, and is likely from a collection of cards advertising various businesses in Oakland. The card has a brown border and an ornate floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Kahn & Sons, located at 1003 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a ship sailing in a circle against a background of pink roses. This card is the second of a set of three. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards for Kahn & Sons, a business located at 1003 Broadway in Oakland, California. The card features a ship sailing in a circle, surrounded by red roses. The front of the card is printed in black ink on white paper. The back is blank.

This trade card for A. Jonas & Bros. features three children sitting on a bench. The card advertises the company's location as 873.875 Broadway Street, southwest corner of 8th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, likely from the late 19th century, advertises Joe Poheim, a San Francisco clothier. The front of the card features the business name in a prominent typeface. The business is located at 203 Montgomery and 724 Market Streets. The card boasts that Poheim sells the 'best fitting clothes in the state'. The back of the card, featuring a full advertisement, provides rules for self-measurement and information about how to receive cloth samples.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., one price clothiers, located at 1026-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl feeding a donkey. The donkey is on a grassy hill in the foreground, with a building in the background. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The card has a red border.

This trade card for Edward Newman, a merchant tailor located at 752 Market Street, San Francisco, depicts a young girl sitting backwards on a chair, wearing a blue dress and matching hat. Six small men, riding horses, appear below her. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Newman's business, stating that it is 'opposite Bancroft's'. The back is not blank.

This trade card for J. Silverman, a dry goods store located at 222 & 224 Third Street in San Francisco, California, features a young woman in a large red hat, which is adorned with a bow and ribbons. The woman appears to be looking to the left of the viewer. The woman's hair is visible beneath the hat. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the New York Auction House, owned by J. Lewkowitz and located at 1314 Stockton Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young woman in a red dress and a blue sash, holding a dog's head. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business, advertising embroideries, laces, boots, and shoes.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a clothier in San Francisco, California. The card features a man dressed in a suit and vest holding a hat. He is standing to the right of the card. Above him is a woman with her hand resting on his shoulder. Both figures are looking to the left side of the card. The background is covered with coins and banknotes. The text in the image indicates that the business is located at the 'N.E. Cor. Montgomery & Bush' and also at '402 Keaeny Street'. The card's back is blank.

This trade card advertises Hart, a shirt retailer located at 400 Kearny Street, San Francisco. The front of the card displays a simple illustration of three children standing in a center grouping. The text “The Shirt Man” appears above the children’s illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Schwartz, a clothier located at 104 Third Street, between Mission and Minna in San Francisco. The card features a winter scene of a house and two people. A fence and bushes are also depicted. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of Julius Saul, located at 324 and 326 River Street. The card features an illustration of a woman wearing a long, black dress with a white collar and a black bow. She is holding a fan and looks at the viewer with a slight smile. The image has a background of decorative, yellow and white flowers. There is another smaller scene in the bottom right corner of the card. The front of the card is printed in red, black, and white. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and its offerings.

This trade card advertises the business of N. Hart, a clothier and dealer in gents' furnishing goods located in Tarrytown, New York. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. The front of the card features the words “ARGUS BUILDING” at the top of the card in a black rectangular frame. Below the building name, the business's title is displayed in bold: “CLOTHIER AND DEALER IN GENTS FURNISHING GOODS.” At the bottom of the card, the address, “ORCHARD ST.” is printed in a black rectangular frame. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's clothing store located at 28 South Salina Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a young boy dressed in a traditional Scottish outfit with a large two-penny stamp pinned to his coat. The background of the card appears to be a light wood or paper with a small border at the top and bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods and general merchandise store located at 903 and 905 Broadway in Oakland, California. The front of the card depicts a child riding a bird with a stylized and colorful design. Text on the card indicates that Lippmann's is located “two doors down at Eighth.” The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Geo. Samuels, a clothier located at 915 Washington Street between 8th and 9th Streets in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children in a boat and another boy fishing in a body of water. The illustration suggests a relaxed outdoor setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Jacobs, a clothing merchant located on Fourth Street, near B Street in Santa Rosa, California. A group of children are gathered around a suit, admiring it in detail. The suits are green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts four elaborately dressed individuals in a Victorian style. The text on the front of the card reads 'LATEST NOVELTIES DAILY ARRIVING'. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business, with details about the products they offer, including dress goods, notions, and fancy goods.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's, a clothing store located in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a bold, colorful illustration of a warrior woman. She is dressed in armor and holding a sword. The design is very eye-catching and likely intended to attract attention. The background is a vibrant, colorful design. The card is likely dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Greensfelder, Florsheim & Co's, a clothing retailer. The front of the card features an illustration of two children in school uniforms, with a dog standing behind them. The children have a friendly, casual expression and are dressed in similar attire, with a contrasting red and blue color scheme. The card has a border decorated with stars, suggesting the business's national reach. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothiers located on Salina Street and Railroad Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a large, stylized pansy on a stem. A woman's hand with a bracelet is also visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Politz, a clothing merchant located at 600 S. E. Cor. 6th and K Sts., Sacramento, California. The card features a stylized illustration of two yellow flowers and a bee. The design appears to be the main focus of the card, and the text about the business is below the floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Myer Siegel & Co. of Los Angeles, California. The card features a cut-out silhouette of a woman in a fancy gown. The front of the card is blank, but the back is filled with advertising information for the business. The card is dated circa 1885.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 17 Canal Street in Lyons, New York. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a child at the top and a dog in the lower corner. The illustration appears to be a scene from a park or a garden. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothing and dry goods retailer located at 17 Canal Street, Lyons, New York. The card features a woman at the top of the design, with a parrot in the lower corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Stern, a clothier located at 17 Canal Street, Lyons, New York. The front of the card features a black child in a caricatured style at the top, with a rabbit in the lower corner. The card is part of a series of six trade cards, and only three are pictured in this file. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., a clothing store located at 193 & 109 Summit Street near Adams in Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card depicts two children in a canoe. The back of the card features a calendar for the year 1882.

This trade card advertises the clothing and furnishing business of Julius Stone, located at 231 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three cats inside a box filled with hay. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Stone, a clothier located at 231 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three cats peering over a fence. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Leo Stadler, a clothier located at 104 1/2 Allen Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man lying on a stone, with two children teasing him. The back of the card provides advertising for Morrison, the printer. The card's imagery can be interpreted as racially insensitive, as it uses stereotypical imagery and humor to represent Black individuals.

This trade card advertises Julius Meyers, a men's furnishing goods store located at 159 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a stylishly dressed woman and man. The front of the card features a stylized image of a man holding a hat, with a background of a street scene featuring buildings and a horse-drawn carriage. The back of the card contains advertising for the store's products. The back of the card advertises the store's selection of novelties in men's furnishing goods and holiday wear.

This trade card advertises S. J. Nathan & Co., a clothing store located at 301, 303, and 305 K Street, corner of Third, in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a baby riding on a grasshopper. The baby is wearing a yellow bonnet. The background appears to show an empty, green landscape. The card has a blue border and a yellow frame around the image. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Mrs. E. Argersinger's Fancy Goods Store, located at 564 & 566 Broadway in New York. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a brown hat adorned with flowers. She is dressed in a yellow dress and a fur-collared coat. The background of the card is a floral design. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., a clothing merchant located at 9 Winter Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts two children seated on a bed, holding a book. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business. The trade card includes a black and white illustration of a man's hat with the inscription 'S. Cohen & Co. Boston.'

This trade card for Julius Saul, a clothier in Albany, New York, features an illustration of people roller skating. The card's main image shows a woman sitting on a man's back, both on roller skates, as two other skaters watch them. The image suggests the promotion of an event, and the card indicates that roller skate cards are being given away or that roller skates are available for free with a purchase. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothing merchants located at 22 South Salina Street, corner of Railroad, in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a red rose and bud on a branch. The background of the card is white, with a faint black line pattern. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Silberman, a clothing merchant located at 45 Remsen Street, Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with a donkey standing by a door. The card is brown and white and is one of two in a set. The back of the card is blank. The back of the card indicates that it was printed by Bufford in Boston.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohen, a clothier located at 7 & 9 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a whimsical scene of two children. A young boy, holding a flower behind his back, comforts a young girl who appears to be distressed. A broken water jug lies on the ground in front of them. The back of the card provides the full address for the business. The image is rendered in a simple, detailed, line-art style.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein, a clothing retailer located at the corner of 14th Street and Eighth Avenue, New York City. The card features a young woman in a purple dress. She wears a large hat with purple flowers and a band. She holds a fan in her lap, and the address of the store is printed on the fan. The back of the card is blank. The card is made of paper.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Bernstein's clothing store, located at the corner of 14th Street and Eighth Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl in a red dress and white cap with a red bow. A bird is kissing her on the cheek, while a fan behind her displays the store's address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a clothing and dry goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card features a red bird with black wings and a black head sitting on a branch. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Daniel Bachrach, a clothier located at 13 North Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a sprig of flowers and two cherries. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, which included wholesale and retail sales of trimmings, hosiery, perfumes, children's and infants' outfits, and other goods.

This trade card advertises S. Levy, a dry goods and notions store located at 24 Central Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a decorative paddle with two girls on top, against a brick wall background. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in a stylized font.

This trade card advertises the Golden Eagle, a clothing store located at 369-371 E. Water Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The card features a metamorphic design showing a man before and after a war, presumably the Civil War. The before image depicts a man dressed in civilian clothing, while the after image shows him wearing a military uniform. The card has an eagle design and the business name appears at the top. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Denver Fur Company, owned by Rudolph Kalish & Co., located at 401 Lawrence Street, Denver, Colorado. The front of the card features a playful illustration of two men riding on a sled pulled by a polar bear. The sled is decorated with a box bearing the business address. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Rocky Mountain Skins.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing manufacturer and retailer located at 440 Washington Street in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts a mother and two children standing on a beach by the ocean. The scene includes a seashell, a rope, and a bucket. Text at the top of the card indicates that the store sells patented suits. [A. Shuman & Co. was considered the wealthiest clothing manufacturer and retailer in 19th century Boston.] The back of the card features an illustration of General Gates on the steps of the Province House.

This trade card advertises Steinhart, Goldsmith & Co., the I X L Store, located at 178 Eldorado Street in Stockton, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a baby being delivered by a stork. The card has an orange border, with the business name and address printed in the center. The illustration likely represents the store's wide variety of baby goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Marks' Astor Branch Clothing Store, located at 176 El Dorado Street in Stockton, California. The card features a bold blue design with the words “Astor Branch Clothing Store” printed in white lettering. “J. Marks” is printed below the store name, with the address “176 El Dorado Street” underneath. The back of the card is blank. [R. B. Mallett was a salesman for the business.]

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located in Albany, New York. The front of the card depicts a winter scene with two skaters who have fallen, and two others who are barely staying upright. The words 'MUSIC HALL' appear at the top. The back of the card advertises a promotion where customers receive free cards or skates depending on the amount of their purchase.

This trade card advertises Levy's Clothing House, a clothing store located on First Street in San Jose, California. The card features a pink dogwood flower in the center of the card. The store name is printed above the flower, and the street address is beneath it. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levy's Clothing House, located on First Street in San Jose, California. A pink rose is prominently displayed on the front of the card, perhaps suggesting the store carried women's clothing. The card is printed in black ink on white card stock.

This trade card advertises J. Marks, a clothing store located at 176 El Dorado Street in Stockton, California. The card features a white lily on the front. The card is designed to be a business card, with space provided to write a name or message. The back of the card is blank. [R. B. Mallet worked as a salesman at the store.]

This trade card advertises Mandel Bro's. The card features a woman holding a purse and wearing a hat and dress. Her apron matches the color of her stockings. The card is in black and white.

This trade card advertises Samuel Cohn & Bro., a shoe retailer located at 361 Sixth Avenue, near 22nd Street and 271 Grand Street, corner of Forsyth, in New York City. The front of the card depicts a woman in a blue dress and red stockings trying on a shoe. A turning wheel at the side of the card changes her shoe, adding a dynamic element to the scene. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the business of Henry Silberman, a clothing dealer in Cohoes, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a donkey peeking out of a barn door in a spring setting. Below the illustration, the phrase 'Home Sweet Home' is printed. The card is printed by 'Buford, Boston' and has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of S. J. Goldstein in Bath, Maine. The front of the card depicts a scene of Rainbow Falls, a scenic landmark in the area. The falls are depicted in shades of green and white, with a blue sky and white clouds. The back of the card features a full advertisement for Goldstein's business. A portrait of S. J. Goldstein, the owner, is prominently displayed in the center of the card. The back of the card also includes a detailed map that illustrates how to reach the store, a unique feature not often seen on trade cards.

This trade card, in the shape of a butterfly, advertises the business of Arthur Kohn, a merchant tailor located at the corner of Second and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a detailed butterfly design with a delicate pattern. The reverse of the card contains advertising for Arthur Kohn's tailoring business. [This card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati during 2005.]

This trade card advertises Rydell, Framhein & Co., a clothing store located at 111 & 113 Archer Ave., corner of Purple St., near 22nd St. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card is a puzzle card featuring a hunter and a raccoon in the woods. The back of the card provides more details about the business, including the store's address and name. The card is printed in black and white, with a red border around the edge.

This trade card advertises Mandel Bro's, a dry goods and clothing store located in Chicago, Illinois. The card features a child wearing nightwear and holding a cigar in a comical pose. The card is likely a promotional item for Mandel Bro's, showcasing their wide selection of clothing and accessories. The back of the card contains advertising details for the store.

This trade card advertises Mather's Perfumed Kid Gloves, a business owned by H. Glass in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a simple, cartoonish illustration of a monkey sitting on a branch of a tree. The background is a solid color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy sitting on a tree branch, teasing birds in a nest. He wears a hat and is holding a stick. The boy is surrounded by tree leaves and branches. The background is a light yellow, with a red line separating the illustration from the text. The back of the card lists the store's rules.

This trade card advertises B. Friedlander & Co., a clothing merchant located at 214 First Street, corner of Salmon Street, in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features five boys playing war. They are depicted in a simple, yet engaging scene. The back of the card lists the company's address and includes a statement describing it as a branch of the San Francisco Palace of Fashion, located at 761 Market Street.

This trade card advertises S. J. Nathan & Co., a clothing store located at 301, 303, and 305 K Street, corner of Third Street in Sacramento, California. The front of the card depicts a girl and boy in fancy dress. The boy offers a plate of pears to the girl. The back of the card features a full advertisement, emphasizing that S. J. Nathan & Co. has no connection with any other house bearing their name.

This trade card advertises Kast's Fine Shoes, located at 738 & 740 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a picturesque country scene, set against a backdrop of lush greenery. A woman, accompanied by a dog and ducks, walks toward a rustic cabin with a fence. The scene is rendered in bright, colorful hues. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lippmann's, a dry goods store located at 903 & 905 Broadway, Oakland, California. The front of the card features a young boy in a red jacket standing at an easel painting trees. There is a bench behind the boy in the scene, along with some vegetation. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Jonas & Bros., a clothing and house furnishings store with locations in San Francisco, Oakland, Santa Cruz, and San Bernardino, California. The front of the card features a woman dressed in a light green dress. The back of the card provides the addresses for the store locations: 17 & 19 Battery St. in San Francisco, 873 & 875 Broadway in Oakland, Santa Cruz (next to the Pacific Ocean House), and San Bernardino.

This trade card advertises Jacobs & Neugass, a business in Corvallis, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a young girl in a winter coat holding flowers. Three smaller children stand in the background, and snow is on the ground. A house is visible behind them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. W. Rosenthal & Co. and E. Steinfeld, located at 15 Main Street Bridge in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features two boys standing in front of the store sign. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business, including a warranty statement. It advertises youths', boys', and children's clothing.

This trade card advertises Stern & Co., located at 185 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card is die-cut in the shape of a swan. It features an illustration of a moonlit scene on water with lily pads. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., a clothing store located at 193 and 109 Summit Street, near Adams Street in Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features an angel sitting in a shoe that is being pulled by two geese. The back of the card depicts a Centennial Circle from the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exhibition. The back includes depictions of flags and emblems of various countries.

This trade card advertises Wachter Bros., boot and shoe dealers located at 193 & 109 Summit Street, near Adams, Toledo, Ohio. The front of the card features a pair of ladies' boots held by two angels. The boots are highlighted in the center of the card and are accented by two golden halos atop the angels' heads. The angels are positioned near the top of the card above a blue and gold banner. The back of the card features a Centennial Circle of various countries from the Philadelphia Centennial Exposition in 1876.

This trade card advertises L. Krauss, a hat and fur dealer located at 725 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a cartoon illustration of a man with a large head and wearing a green vest and a slacks that match the color of his head. He has a tomato on his head. The front of the card instructs customers to look for the large bear in the doorway. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business, which includes a description of the hats and furs that L. Krauss sells. [Leopold Krauss immigrated to the United States in 1863 and was part of a Jewish family.]

This trade card advertises M. Schwartz, a clothier located at 104 Third Street between Mission and Minna Streets in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a boat sailing by a stone bridge, which is likely a depiction of a local landmark. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Herman's, located at 232 Market Street, features an image of a young boy and girl standing next to a rabbit cage. The girl is wearing a dress and hat, while the boy is wearing a suit with a bow tie. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing retailer located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a boy standing by the sea, one shoe off, with his back to the viewer. The image is set against a backdrop of the sea and horizon. The back of the card provides further information about the business, outlining the rules of doing business. [Heiman Brothers was a prominent retail clothier in San Francisco during the 1880s.]

This trade card advertises C. Herrmann & Co., located at 332-336 Kearny Street and 1212-1214 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a boy standing in a rose garden. The illustration features a small figure of a man wearing a hat with a red sash in the distance. The scene is a light pink and blue with green foliage. The card has a faded, dark red border around the edges.

This trade card advertises Joe Poheim, a clothier in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a cat and a dog fighting. The cat is black and white, and the dog is brown with white markings. The card is illustrated in a cartoon style, with a focus on the two animals. The card indicates that Joe Poheim's store is located at both 203 Montgomery Street and 724 Market Street in San Francisco. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations in San Francisco, California and Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a mother and child standing in the snow in front of a large church. The card lists the following addresses: 107, 109 & 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California; 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card is printed in red, black, and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of B. Friedlander, located at 761 Market Street in San Francisco. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a child feeding birds. The image is rendered in a stylized, almost cartoon-like style, featuring a young girl with long, flowing hair holding out her hand to a group of birds gathered around her. The scene is set against a background of stylized flowers and foliage. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Wolf & Bro., a dry goods store located at 206 & 208 Sixth Street, below Howard Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young child holding a pink rose and a towel, and the text of the address is located above them. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal Bros. & Co., clothiers in San Francisco. The front of the card shows children picking grapes in a vineyard. The card lists two addresses for the business: 1418 Polk Street and 132 Post Street. The card has a border of dark red with ornate patterns. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store located in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a winter scene with a church in the snow. The back of the card has the addresses for the business: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California; and 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of L. & N. Cohn. The card features a comical image of a raggedy tramp peering into a dog's cage, with his mouth open, as if speaking to the canine. The dog is shown with its ears perked and tail wagging. The card has a red border. The address, 329 Kearny Street, is printed below the illustration.

This trade card for L. & N. Cohn features a comical illustration of a tramp yelling at a dog. The illustration appears to be a caricature of a Jewish man, with a long, hooked nose, exaggerated features, and a torn hat. The scene is depicted in a rustic setting. On the card it states they are located at 329 Kearny Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Strauss & Strauss, dry goods merchants located at 1427 Stockton Street, on the corner of Green Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a farm. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises K. Meussdorffer, a clothier located at 345 Kearny Street, southwest corner of Pine Street, in San Francisco, California. The card features a simple design with a drawing of flowers arranged in a Willow Ware cup. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., clothing merchants located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl and a boy ice skating. The back of the card has a full advertisement with rules regarding business dealings.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a young girl standing on a beach and looking out at the ocean. She holds a seashell in her hand. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store, including details about their business practices.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a business in San Francisco, California. The card features a girl standing next to an iron fence. The text on the front of the card lists the business's address as 21-29 Sutter Street and 520-526 Market Street, San Francisco. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a small puppy. The girl is dressed in a brightly colored outfit, possibly representing a customer of the store. The illustration suggests the store caters to children and families. The back of the card features an advertisement and lists the store's rules of doing business.

This trade card advertises Wolf & Frank, clothiers located at 232 Kearny Street, San Francisco. The front of the card features a young woman wearing a kimono. The text on the front of the card includes the company's address: 232 Kearny Street. It appears to be the front of the card, and the back is blank. The woman is wearing a light-colored kimono, and the background appears to be a light blue. The image is slightly faded.

This trade card advertises Selz, Schwab & Co., a clothing store in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a single, large illustration of a young woman with a glamorous look. She is wearing a gold and blue dress and a large, plumed hat, which is trimmed with gold. She is holding a single rose in her hand, and she wears earrings and a necklace.

This trade card advertises Heiman Bros., a clothing store located at 1028 & 1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl sitting on a bench, holding a rattle. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business and its rules of doing business.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's clothing store. The front of the card features an illustration of a man and a child walking in the snow. The business address is listed as 107, 109 & 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California, and 147 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed in a vibrant red and black color scheme, advertises Cohnreich Brothers, clothing manufacturers located at 840 Market Street in San Francisco. The illustration depicts a man blowing a horn while a cow jumps playfully in front of him. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Levy & Michelsohn advertises a dry goods store located at 2011 Fillmore Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a man walking towards a snow-covered cottage. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The image is on the front of the card. The back is not blank.

This trade card advertises J. Lewkowitz's New York Auction House, located at 1314 Stockton Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a mother holding a baby. The back of the card contains the full advertisement, with a detailed description of the business and its services. The back of the card features a more detailed image of a woman in a dress holding a baby, with the word 'New York' visible in the background.

This trade card advertises Cohnreich Bros., a clothing store located at 840 Market Street, San Francisco, California. The card features an illustration of a mother tending to her two children. The front of the card is printed in black and white and has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schoenfeld's Shirt Depot, located at 1316 Market Street, opposite 7th Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a young woman dressed in a red and blue dress. She appears to be standing in a park-like setting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Samuels, a dry goods store located at 104, 106, and 108 Kearny Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a stylized image of a cluster of red rose buds, arranged in a symmetrical pattern, and encircled by a black border. The store name and address is printed at the bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Golder, a dry goods merchant located at the Northwest corner of Howard and Tenth Streets in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a simple image of a rose in a vase. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Golder's business.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a dressmaker and milliner located in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a snow-covered cottage and a separate scene of a girl. The business address is listed as 404 Kearny Street, N. E. corner Montgomery & Bush Streets. The card also mentions a branch location in Oakland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of M. Meussdorffer, located at 404 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California. The front of the card features two separate illustrations. One is a snow-covered cottage with a chimney emitting smoke. The second illustration depicts a woman wearing a dark dress and holding a muff. The card also lists the addresses for two locations, including a branch location in Oakland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer's clothing business in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a snow-covered cottage nestled within a fan-shaped design. The back of the card lists the business's addresses: 404 Kearny Street, N.E. corner Montgomery & Bush Streets, and 1013 Broadway in Oakland.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store with locations in San Francisco, California and Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a windmill. The text on the front of the card lists the addresses for both stores: 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street in San Francisco and 147 First Street in Portland. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenthal's, a clothing store in San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a woman sitting by a fireplace. The image suggests a cozy, inviting atmosphere for shoppers. The business's address, located at 107, 109, and 111 Kearny Street, San Francisco, California, is prominently displayed at the bottom of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Heyman, a clothier located at 1946 Fillmore Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a woman walking a dog. The back of the card contains further information about the business.

This trade card advertises Hirschfield's, a one-price clothing store located at the corner of 4th and Northampton Streets in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a bluebird and a robin fighting over a branch. The back of the card is blank. The card is approximately 3.5 inches by 2.5 inches.

This trade card advertises Morgenthau Bros. & Co., a Chicago-based dry goods retailer located at 163 State Street. The front of the card features a child wearing a colorful Turkish-style dress, holding a stamp. The child appears to be in the middle of an elaborate, ornamented doorway. The back of the card features an advertisement for the company's gloves and mittens. Prices are listed for various sizes and styles.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, dealers in yarns, crewels, silks, woolens, and other materials, located at 34 West 14th Street in New York City. The card features a white cat with a red ribbon, a popular motif for textile and craft-related businesses. The front of the card is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Abramson & Drechsler, located at 34 West 14th Street in New York City. The card features a gray tiger cat with no ribbon. The image takes up the majority of the card, with text at the bottom describing the business's offerings. The text states that they sell yarn, crewls, silks, woolens, and other goods. The back of the card has not been digitized.

This trade card advertises the firm of Abramson & Drechsler, located at 34 West 14th Street, New York City. The card features a black cat with a red ribbon. It is listed as selling yarn, crewels, silks, woolens, and other related items.

This trade card advertises Max Stadler & Co., a clothier operating in New York City. The card lists two addresses: 565-567 Broadway, corner of Prince Street and 619-621 Eighth Avenue, corner of Fortieth Street. The card features a black man holding an advertisement out of a window, which reads, '10,000 Books Given Away with Purchase'. The background features buildings in the city. The illustration is likely intended to be humorous or satirical, and it may perpetuate racist stereotypes. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises M. P. Frank, a clothing and furnishing goods store located at 84 South Pearl Street, Albany, New York. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a boy pushing a wheelbarrow filled with straw. It is likely a straw hat, signifying the store's product. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Downs' Self-Adjusting Corset, sold by Loeb & Etchebarne in San Jose, California. The front of the card features a woman in a corset with cascading ruffles. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the product and the business.

This trade card advertises E. Jacobs, a dry goods merchant located on West Street, opposite the Sotoyome House in Cloverdale, California. The front of the card features a hunter running away from a bear with two dogs. The scene is set in a woodland setting, with autumn colors. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Schwartz & Son, dry goods merchants located at 133 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. The card is shaped like a bell and features a floral design on the front. The back of the card has an advertisement. The advertisement states that A. Schwartz & Son is an agent for Paris manufacturers. The back of the card is also decorated with an illustration of a farm scene.

This trade card advertises Boston Store, owned by Isaac Tuch, located at 30 Front Street, Owego, New York. The card features a winter scene with a red rose in the foreground, and a man riding in a horse-drawn cart in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Borgenski's, a clothing store located at 458 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features a child's head peeking out from a tambourine, surrounded by red roses. The front of the card includes a full advertisement, highlighting the store's one-price policy for ladies', gents', misses', and children's clothing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier with multiple locations in New York State. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a child emerging from a giant egg. The illustration highlights the child's small size in contrast to the oversized egg, suggesting a sense of new beginnings and growth. The card lists multiple addresses. The main address is 269 Canal Street, New York City, followed by addresses in Troy and Albany, New York. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman, a clothier located at 14, 16 and 18 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a woman standing beside a fence in a yellow dress, smelling flowers. The background of the card shows a brick building, and a grassy area with a fence. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt & Co., a business located at 42 State Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a child standing under a paper tent. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Aronson Bros., clothiers in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a goose running away with a meat bone while a dog chases after it with a bird in its mouth. Another dog is on the ground in the foreground, watching the chase. The card features a bright, colorful illustration with red, yellow, and blue accents. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. This is the last in a set of four cards (all included in this record) advertising Aronson Bros. and its products. The second card in the set has a similar image with a bird in the air, but the background is a different scene.

This is one of four trade cards for Morgenthau Bros. & Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of three well-dressed children. The image highlights the company's handkerchief department. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of four trade cards advertising Aronson Bros., clothing merchants in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a goose perched on top of a bucket. The goose is holding a meat bone in its beak. A crow, a dog, and a cat observe the goose from below. The back of the card provides additional information about the business.

This is one of four trade cards for Aronson Bros., a clothing store in Tama, Iowa. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a dog holding a goose by the neck while another dog has the goose's foot in its mouth. A black bird flies above the dogs. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Aronson Bros and the Gage-Downs Corset Co.

This trade card advertises B. Nathan, a shoe dealer located at 219-221 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a young girl wearing a pale orange jersey and a cap. The card also includes a list of other shoe stores. The back of the card provides more information about the business. The card appears to be printed in a light, elegant style, with the store name and address prominently displayed in black lettering. The girl is rendered in a simple, almost cartoonish style. The back of the card includes an advertisement for the store, listing other stores that sell Nathan's shoes. This suggests that Nathan may have been a wholesaler or distributor of shoes.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothing store located at the corner of Washington and Summer Streets in Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of four well-dressed boys. Each is wearing a different style of clothing, showcasing the variety of boys' clothing available at A. Shuman & Co.. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store's mail order department, indicating that the business offered goods to customers across a wider geographic area. The date, 1899, appears at the top of the card.

This trade card advertises the mail order department of A. Shuman & Co. located at Washington and Summer Streets in Boston. The front features a decorative illustration of women in spring clothing. They are posed behind a border of floral patterns and are dressed in grey and sepia colors. The back of the card provides details about the mail order department.

This die-cut trade card advertises S. Rosenbloom & Son, a clothing retailer in Syracuse, New York. The card features an illustration of a maiden and a prince meeting at a well, a common fairytale scene. The back of the card includes advertising for the company and a story, potentially a retelling of the fairytale.

This green trade card announces Fleischner's opening days on November 23rd and 24th, 1880. The card features a frog sitting on a cannon, with a cannonball behind the cannon. The card's front is printed in green ink. The text is printed in white. The address 1026 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, is located at the top of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Grand Millinery Opening of Shatz, Lowenthal & Leiter at 40 & 42 States Street. The card features a red border and a white inner frame surrounding the advertisement text. The card text is entirely in black. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Block, a dry goods merchant in Keyport, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a sailboat with a family on board, enjoying a peaceful day at sea. The illustration showcases a family on a sailboat against a background of water.

This trade card advertises N. Schellenberg, a dressmaker located at 26 North Street in Middletown, New York. The front of the card features a stylized bust of a woman, reminiscent of Roman portraiture, atop a pedestal. The bust, which is the focal point of the card, is set against a plain background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Perlmutter, a clothing and tailoring business located at 62 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, New Jersey. The front of the card features a familiar illustration of Jack and Jill coming down the hill, with a small red bucket in the foreground. The back of the card provides more information about the business.

This trade card advertises S. Mansbach, a dress goods and trimming store located at 7 Fayette Street, Utica, New York. The front of the card features a well-dressed woman standing in front of an Art Deco background. The back of the card is blank. [Simon Mansbach arrived in America in 1859.]

This trade card advertises the business of S.J. Friedman, a dry goods merchant in Hailey, Idaho. The front of the card features a colorful depiction of Christmas flowers arranged in a vase. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This trade card advertises Gans Bros., a clothing store located at 219 Main Street, Evansville, Indiana. The front of the card depicts a cowboy roping a bull. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card, advertising Ruben's business, is adorned with an illustration of sailing boats and a cluster of violets. The card features the address 421 & 423 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Kohn, a clothing and trunk store located at the corner of First and Morrison Streets in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a stork fishing. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Louis Leon, a clothier located at 256 & 258 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a striking illustration of an artist painting a bull. The background is filled with a variety of objects, including a window, a ladder, and a piece of fabric. The illustration is likely meant to represent the craftsmanship and quality of Leon's clothing. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The card is printed in a bold, decorative font.

This trade card advertises Hess Bros. Dry Goods at 831-833 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a winter scene with birds perched on branches. The card is designed to stand upright. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The back is in color, with the same birds and winter scene, but a large red border surrounds the Hess Brothers Dry Goods Advertisement. The back is also surrounded by a blue border.

This trade card advertises Sternberger's Furniture Store, located at 115 North Second Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card displays the Sternberger's Furniture Store name in large letters, alongside the address and the phrase 'Fine Furniture.' The back of the card has full advertisement text.

This trade card advertises the business of Israel, a clothier located at 816 Arch Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features an Art Deco-style illustration of a woman with an owl. The back of the card is blank. This is one of three cards from a set.

This trade card advertises the business of Israel, a clothing store located at 816 Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman in an Art Deco style, holding a bouquet of lilacs. Her attire is reminiscent of the fashion trends of the time. The back of the card is blank. This card is part of a three-card set.

This trade card advertises Israel, a clothier located at 816 Arch Street, Philadelphia. [The business was located opposite an old stand.] The front of the card features an Art Deco style illustration of a woman wearing a long gown and holding a bow and arrow. She appears to be in a field, possibly aiming at a nearby target. The illustration is surrounded by a decorative, floral border. The back of the card is blank. This is the third card in a set of three.

This trade card, die-cut in the shape of an Easter egg, advertises Levy & Davis, dry goods merchants located at 1017 & 1019 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia. The front of the card features a girl peering out of the Easter egg. The words “Compliments of Levy & Davis” are printed below the image. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of E. A. Auerbach, located at 530 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of four dogs, resembling a postcard. The back of the card is blank. The card is a cream color with black and green lettering.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing store located at 242 & 244 Superior Street, Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of a man and a woman sitting in chairs and reading newspapers. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. D. Levy, a clothier located at the corner of Main and Market Streets in Springfield, Ohio. The front of the card features a basket of flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Levine, a clothier located at 148 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a comical scene with a fight against death. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbloom Brothers, clothing merchants located at the corner of Salina and Railroad Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy balancing on an egg while dancing. The background includes a building with a large, central window, which may be the store itself. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Shwartz & Co., located at 108 & 110 Water Street in Newburgh, New York. The front of the card depicts a decorative design featuring yellow flowers and an inset image of a volcano. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier in Troy, New York. The card features a photograph of Julius Saul himself, likely taken in a studio. The text on the front of the card lists two addresses: 324 & 326 River Street and 23 & 25 Fourth Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features a lively illustration of a picnic by the sea. The image shows a group of people enjoying a meal outdoors, with a beach scene in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the clothing business W. & M. Gross, located at 121 & 123 Congress Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a heart with the words “My Valentine” on it, surrounded by a comical flower arrangement and other floral designs. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith & Co. at 355 & 357 East Water Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. [J. Goldsmith, who was Jewish, was killed in action in the Civil War.] The front of the card features a comical illustration of two black children. The background is yellowed and faded. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Heiman Brothers, a clothing store located at 1026 to 1030 Market Street, San Francisco. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a bride. The card includes the text 'I am the bride.' The back of the card has a full advertisement and an illustration of an Indian Head Penny. The card is one of four cards in this series.

This trade card advertises Heiman Brothers, a clothing store located at 1026-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man dressed in a suit holding a hat and a cane. The text reads: 'I am the preacher that kissed the bride.' The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement and an image of an Indian Head Penny.

This trade card advertises Meyer Bros., dry goods merchants located at 771-773 Broad Street in New Brunswick, New Jersey. The front of the card features a French woman (likely a fashion figure) dressed in a white dress. The back of the card includes an advertisement.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a clothing and dress accessories store located at 116, 118 & 120 North Eigth Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman archer aiming her bow. The back of the card contains more details about the business.

This trade card advertises Mme. D. Potsdamer, a dressmaker located at the southwest corner of 8th and Noble Streets in Philadelphia. [Potsdamer was a prominent businesswoman in Philadelphia, known for her fashionable attire and her dedication to providing high-quality dressmaking services.] The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children dressed in colonial garb. The back of the card includes the advertisement.

This trade card advertises Bachman & Marx, clothiers located at the corner of 5th and Market Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a winter scene with snow-covered buildings and a horse-drawn carriage. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, a Philadelphia-based retailer of dress trimmings and fancy goods. The card features a black maid holding a white baby who is crying. The front of the card includes the address: 111, 113, & 115 North Eighth Street. The back of the card is blank. This trade card is problematic and insensitive due to its racialized imagery. It is also worth noting that this image was likely a common form of marketing in this period and is an important document in the history of racial representation in American advertising.

This trade card advertises Friedberger & Strouse, wholesale and retail dry goods merchants located at 111, 113, and 115 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The card features a colorful image of a bouquet of roses. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Myers, a clothier located at 16 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays an illustration of a figure, possibly Don Quixote, in a dark blue suit, a light-colored cravat, and a white-feathered hat, standing in a street setting. The figure stands on a stone pavement surrounded by ornate, brick buildings. The buildings are depicted in the background. The image is reminiscent of the Spanish romance of the 17th century by Miguel de Cervantes, _Don Quixote_. [Morris Myers, a prominent clothier in Philadelphia, was listed in the _Jewish Encyclopedia_ of 1906]. The back of the card displays the advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Isaacs', a clothing merchant located at 1726 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of a woman's hand holding roses. The back of the card provides additional business information.

This trade card advertises Levi Brothers, clothiers located at the southwest corner of 6th and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman's hand holding a bouquet of roses. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Simon Samler, a clothier located at 27 South Greene Street in Trenton, New Jersey. The front of the card is die-cut in the shape of an artist's palette. The card features a man courting a woman. The back of the card contains an advertisement for Simon Samler's business.

This trade card advertises P. Cohen, a clothier in Lead, South Dakota. The front of the card features an illustration of two children walking down a path during autumn. Trees line the path. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Nusbaum & Myers, clothiers located at 218 and 220 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a young boy holding an umbrella and a rose. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schuster's, a clothier located at 16 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a young girl gazing out a window. This is one card in a series of four cards. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schuster's clothing store located at 16 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The card features a man looking in the window of a store. It is part of a set of four. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schuster's, located at 16 South Pearl Street in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a man sitting on the window ledge of a building. The card appears to be a part of a set of four. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Dannenbaum, a dry goods merchant in Vallejo, California. The front of the card features a sepia-toned image of a baby. The back of the card is blank. The card has a decorative border surrounding the text.

This trade card advertises Norton & Green, dry goods merchants located at 126 Main Street, Los Angeles, California. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a man being chased by a bear. The man is dressed in what appears to be a dark suit and appears to be running away in fear. The bear appears to be following closely behind the man, also in a dark-colored suit, and with a wide, toothy grin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises N. Snellenburg & Co., a clothing store located at 5th South and Passyunk Ave. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an image of a boat on a pond. The back of the card is blank. [N. Snellenburg & Co. later became Snellenburg Department Store.]

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods store located at 208 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card depicts a child tossing a pillow in the air with an exaggerated expression. The back of the card has a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Ball's Corsets, sold by Jacobs & Neugass in Corvallis, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls seated on a bench, reading a newspaper. The card has a red border. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises J. Laventall, a dry goods store located on the corner of South Pearl Street and Hudson Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut pink rose. The back of the card is blank. The card has a blue border.

This trade card advertises J. Laventall's dry goods store, located at the corner of South Pearl Street and Hudson Avenue in Albany, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut yellow rose, adding a decorative touch to the design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Weinberg's, a clothier located at 106 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in the Y.M.C.A Building. The front of the card depicts a comical figure holding paper money, possibly representing a customer receiving a great deal. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises L. Salomon, a clothier located at 12 Shetucket Street, Norwich, Connecticut. The front of the card features a portrait of actress Carrie Perring, known for her roles in plays and musicals. The back of the card is filled with an advertisement for L. Salomon’s business. The front of the card is a cream color with black ink, the back is pink with black ink.

This trade card advertises L. Salomon, a clothier located at 12 Shetucket Street in Norwich, Connecticut. The front of the card features a portrait of actress Arline Stanley. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the Buffalo Clothing House, owned by Michael Levi, located at 2 South East Corner Market Square, Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Morris Cohen, a clothier located at 193 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of three young boys ice skating. The ice skating scene features a figure skating on a frozen pond, with two other figures standing to the side. The boys are wearing long coats and hats. The background features a snowy landscape with a small building in the distance. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Morris Cohen's business.

This trade card for Einstein & Graham advertises their ladies' furnishings store located at 620 Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a hand holding a daisy, symbolizing elegance and beauty, consistent with the store's offerings. The back of the card is filled with a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of M. Meussdorffer, located at the Northeast corner of Montgomery and Bush Streets in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a floral design and an idyllic scene. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rothschild, Goldsmith & Stein, a clothing store located at 14 & 16 Madison Streets in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a portrait of President James A. Garfield in mourning attire. The back of the card contains an advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, The Palace Block Clothing House, located in Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman serving a man a glass of beer. [This image may suggest the social aspect of shopping at the store. It is possible that the store provided drinks to customers.] The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.

This is one of five comical trade cards advertising E. Nunes, a clothier located on the corner of 5th, Montgomery, and Germantown Avenues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This card features a skeleton dancing. The front of the card features a red background with black text. The back of the card features a Christmas story advertisement. The back of the card features black ink on a white background.

This trade card advertises M. H. Danziger & Co., a millinery and dress goods store located at 78 & 80 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of Cupid with a butterfly. The back of the card is blank. This card is printed on a thin, paper-like stock. There are no borders. The colors used are red, black, and white. The type is handwritten. The card measures 7.25 inches wide by 4.25 inches high. The card has been folded in half, leaving a crease through the center, and has been creased in the upper right corner.

This trade card advertises A. Mahrenholz, a clothier located at 523 Broadway, New York. The front of the card features a caricature of a Black man giving a speech, which is a common stereotype that reflects anti-Black racism. The back of the card is not visible in the image provided. This card is likely from the early 1890s, based on the style of the illustration. The second card, which appears to advertise 'The Broadway’ displays a man in a top hat and another with a walking stick.

This trade card advertises Luis M. Meyer, a merchant tailor located at 235 Sixth Avenue, New York, New York. The front of the card features a simple design with a hand holding a bouquet of roses. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises A. Levy & Sons, a dry goods store located on the corner of Main and First Streets. The front of the card features an illustration of a cat and geese fighting. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Klein & Bro., a clothing merchant located at 918 Market Street in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a depiction of Santa Claus. The back provides additional advertising information and notes that the business was established in 1854. [Klein & Brother may have been a family business].

This trade card advertises Nathan's, a clothing dealer located at 221 Sixth Avenue, between 14th and 15th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a white rabbit. She is wearing a light-colored dress with a dark sash and white gloves. The image is surrounded by a decorative frame. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Rich & Silber, clothiers located at 103 to 107 Wisconsin Street in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The front of the card features an illustration of two children standing at an easel. The children are painting with brushes. One of the children holds a palette. The card features a large decorative border with a central starburst motif. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Loeb & Etchebarne, a dry goods store located at 313 Santa Clara Street, San Jose, California. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a conductor punching a man's ear. The background is a building with a red roof. [The card features the name 'Loeb & Etchebarne' and the address. The card also includes the phrase 'Dry Goods, Notions, Cloaks and Clothing'.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a clothier in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a stylized image of a Scotsman wearing a kilt and carrying a bagpipe. The back of the card provides more details about the business, including the address of the factory at 416 Market Street.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothier located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card depicts a comical man in a restaurant setting. He is seated at a table with a plate of food in front of him, and appears to be enjoying his meal. The back of the card contains more detailed information about Steinfeld's clothing store.

This trade card advertises Steinfeld, a clothing retailer located at 242 & 244 Superior Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man asleep on a train. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for Steinfeld.

This trade card advertises Filene's, a business located at 18 Market Street in Lynn, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two mice seated at a table and having a meal. [This business evolved into the Filene's Department Store Chain]. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Marks & Myers, a dry goods merchant in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The front of the card features an illustration of children's heads surrounded by flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of J. Bernstein, a clothier located at 317 Lackawanna Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a young woman holding flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is for H. & A. Rosenbloom, clothiers in New York City. The front of the card features a Christmas dinner scene, with a table set for a large meal. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the opening of Rosenblatt, Oaks & Geraghty at 42 State and 13 Mill Streets in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a young boy and girl standing on grass. The back of the card announces the opening date of April 2nd and 3rd. The card is in color.

This trade card advertises R. Mautner, a clothing and furnishing merchant located at 49 Crosby Street, near Broome Street, in New York City. The card features a striking lithographic illustration of a lion, perhaps symbolizing strength or quality. The text on the card lists the business's address. [The source indicates that R. Mautner is a known Jewish individual.]

This trade card advertises D. Mayer, a millinery and fancy goods store located at 273 Grand Street, New York, New York. The card is printed on glossy stock. The front of the card features a woodcut illustration of a bonnet, along with an extensive advertisement. 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 S. Baumann & Bro., located at 229 to 245 Sixth Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a simple text design with the store's name, address, and a description of the goods sold, but the specific items are not listed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, printed on early glossy stock, advertises A. Adler, a dry goods merchant located at 26 West King Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features the business name and address in a simple, formal typeface. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E. Steinfeld's clothing store located at 15 East Main Street, Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two birds perched on a branch, seemingly engaged in conversation. The background shows a row of buildings. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of Nathan Frank, a dry goods merchant located at 3 Eagle Block, Ford Street, in Ogdensburg, New York. The front of the card features an elegant woman having her dress sewn by a small figure, perhaps representing a seamstress or a tailor. This image highlights Frank's offering of high-quality goods and tailoring services. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This die-cut trade card advertises Rosenbloom Bros. clothiers, located at 22 South Salina Street, Corner Railroad Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a red robin sitting on a nest with a circular outline, the robin's body cut out. The back of the card is blank. [Rosenbloom Bros. was a clothing store in Syracuse, New York, operating around 1885].

This trade card advertises S. Lieberman, a clothier located at 74 East State Street, Ithaca, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children opening a bottle of wine. The back of the card is blank. The image appears to be on a wood plank, with its surface showing in the lower right corner.

This trade card advertises Horsfall & Rothschild, a business located at 93-99 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The card is die-cut in the shape of flowers and opens to reveal an invitation to their Spring Opening. [Rothschild was active in Jewish affairs. His partner of many years, Luke Horsfall, was a Christian.]

This trade card advertises Strassburger & Joseph, clothing merchants located at 161 Federal Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of two children in a boat shaped like an eggshell. The inscription 'Spring Opening...1885' suggests that this card may be a spring sale advertisement. The back of the card is not visible in the image and is likely filled with advertising.

This trade card advertises the Fall Opening of Strassburger & Joseph, a clothing store located at 161 Federal Street in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a design of a water lily and wheat. The back of the card is blank. The card is dated September 1, 1883.

This trade card advertises the clothing business of Julius Saul, located at 324 & 326 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of an infant in a basket being surrounded by two dogs. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothing manufacturer. The front features a child sitting inside an Easter egg with toys. The illustration is surrounded by flowers and a blue, scalloped border. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The card lists addresses for Saul's business in both Albany and New York City. The factory and office are located at 269 Canal Street, New York City.

This trade card advertises Rosenback & Levy, the Palais Royal Exclusive Glove Depot located at 159 State Street, Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a woman dressed in 18th century clothing, likely meant to represent a fashionable and sophisticated customer. She is wearing a stylish hat and gloves, highlighting the shop's focus on gloves. The back of the card features a full advertisement showcasing a variety of gloves with corresponding prices, indicating a wide selection for customers.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 & 326 River Street, Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl leading a large, blindfolded dog. The dog's eyes are covered with a black band. The card has a border. The back of the card contains additional details about the business.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul's clothing and furnishing goods store located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an image of a mother and her baby. The image is in black and white. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Julius Saul, a clothier located at 324 & 326 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy and a large dog standing next to each other. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

The card is a die cut of a boy in a clown costume. Levy, Price & Co. is printed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. J. Goldstein, a clothing merchant located at Church Block, Front Street in Bath, Maine. The front of the card features an illustration of a lighthouse with a prominent Eddy Stone inscription. The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement and an elaborate lithographic image of Goldstein, likely in his store.

This trade card advertises the clothing store of S. J. Goldstein, located in the Church Block on Front Street in Bath, Maine. The front of the card features a lithograph of a man standing behind a counter. He is wearing a suit and a tie, and he is looking at the viewer. He has a mustache. To the right of the man is a woman with a large hat. She is holding a piece of fabric. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store, including the address: Church Block, Front Street, Bath, Maine, and the store name, 'S. J. Goldstein.'

This trade card advertises Freeman's, a clothing merchant located at 14, 16, and 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features an Art Deco style illustration of a woman with her hands clasped in prayer, standing before a sunflower. The back of the card includes further advertising information. The card features a white border with a brown decorative design.

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.

This trade card advertises Rothschild's, a clothing store located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The front of the card features a die-cut of an artist's palette. The background is a man in a tuxedo. The back of the card has a full advertisement. It is located in the Pence Opera Block, with an address of 615 Washington Avenue South.

This trade card advertises Magnes' Corset and Underwear House, located at 917 Washington Street in Oakland, California. The front of the card features a winter scene with a church in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh, a millinery shop located at 6 & 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vase of roses, symbolizing the beauty and elegance offered by the shop. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for A. Hirsh's millinery business.

This trade card advertises J. D. Levy & Co., a clothing store located at 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street in Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card features a black and white image of a young boy, possibly a drummer boy, wearing a military-style uniform. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. The back of the card contains a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises J. D. Levy & Co., clothing merchants with three locations in Quincy, Illinois: 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street. The front of the card features a young girl holding a spade. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises the clothing store Cohen & Grabowski, located at 317 Hudson Street, New York City. The front of the card features a portrait of President Martin Van Buren. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. D. Levy & Co., a clothing merchant located at 315 & 313 Hampshire Street and 120 North 5th Street in Quincy, Illinois. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a farmer leading a calf while a dog chases them. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business. The trade card is dated 1883.

This trade card advertises Levi Brothers, a clothing store located at Sixth and South Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of two puppies standing side by side, looking to the right. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Marks Brothers, clothiers located at Eighth and Arch Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two stylized fighting cats. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Hirschfelder & Co., a clothing merchant located in New York City. The front of the card features a drawing of a white cat with a red bow. The business address is printed on the card: Between Prince & Houston Streets, up stairs. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hirschfelder & Co. advertises a clothing store located between Prince and Houston Streets in New York. The card features a black cat. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises New York Clothing House, owned by H. Rosman, in Lowville, New York. The front of the card features an art deco-style illustration of children standing on a wall. They are wearing clothing that appears to be from the late nineteenth century. The card has a red border. The back of the card is full of advertising text.

This trade card advertises M. Meussdorffer, a clothier located at the northeast corner of Montgomery and Bush Streets, as well as 404 Kearny Street, in San Francisco, California. The front of the card is die-cut in the shape of a bell, with a mountain cottage illustration. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Nartowsky, a dry goods merchant located at 15 South Franklin Street, Titusville, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a girl standing in front of a painting. The card has a red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. [A daughter of Aaron and Jennie Nartowsky Goldstein was buried in the Jewish Cemetery in Titusville, Pennsylvania in 1950.]

This trade card advertises Levi Bros., a clothing store located at 6th and South Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features two black figures holding a sign. The image is a caricature. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum's, a clothing store located at 714 Penn Street in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a winter scene with a rose, potentially symbolizing the store's name. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises A. Shuman & Co., a clothier located at 440 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card depicts an illustration of a man wearing a suit. The card has a red border with a decorative design. The back of the card provides instructions for self-measuring for clothes.

This trade card advertises M. Cohn, a clothing store located at 393 & 395 Main Street in West Winsted, Connecticut. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a woman ringing a dinner bell. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Morris Cohen, a clothier located at 193 Main Street, Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a sleigh race. It depicts people in a sleigh pulled by horses, with a dog running alongside. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Newberger & Jacobsohn, a clothing store located at 191 South Halsted Street in Chicago. The front of the card depicts a humorous scene of a stout man getting fitted for clothes. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Levy Brothers, clothing merchants in Nevada, Missouri. The front of the card features a comical depiction of a boat accident. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises A. Kaufman's Double Combination Store located at 1241 & 1243 11th Street in Washington, D.C. The front of the card features an illustration of a man in colonial garb, possibly a merchant, standing next to a cat. The illustration appears to be a caricature of the man. The back of the card provides more details about the business. The card is bordered in a blue, gray, and white pattern.

This trade card advertises S. Caro, a clothier located at 1032 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a charming scene of two children playing badminton. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Morris Straus, a business located at 785 & 785 1/2 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an ornate design with a floral motif and a feather. The back of the card is blank. This is one of two cards included in this record. The second card is similar in design, but features a different image. Both cards are printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Weingarten Brothers, located at 62 Walker Street, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman holding a fan and wearing a dress with a lace collar. The background is a muted yellow, which appears as white in the scan. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the company's corsets. The ad implies that the Weingarten Brothers may have manufactured their corsets. [It's likely that the Weingarten Brothers were a wholesale and retail corset manufacturer.]

This trade card advertises F. Silverstone & Co., a clothing store located at 75 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose, California. The front of the card depicts a scene from a poem by Robert Burns. The illustration features a woman in a long dress standing near a stream, surrounded by trees and flowers. She is holding a book in her hand. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Silverstone & Co., a clothing store located at 75 West Santa Clara Street in San Jose, California. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl running. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Hirschkowitz, a dress goods and millinery store located at 11 Ann Street in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The front of the card features a basket of roses. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. The card features a decorative border on the front and back.

This trade card advertises S. Cohen & Co., located at 9 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing a game of “ships captain.” One child, dressed in a red shirt and a captain’s hat, is standing on a small, blue boat with a single white sail. Another child, in a blue and white sailor’s suit, is sitting on the bow of a larger boat with a red sail. There are two other children playing on the shore. The scene is filled with vibrant colors. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the trade card depicts a well-dressed man standing, possibly in front of a building. The back of the card is blank. The card was printed in 1885.

This trade card advertises Wm. Levy, a clothier located on the Southeast corner of 13th and South Street. The front of the card features an image of a vase overflowing with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Sternberg & Sherman, dry goods merchants located at 230 Market Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman returning home from shopping, carrying a basket of goods and a dress draped over her arm. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry goods and millinery shop located at 112-116 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a woman wearing a dark dress and a white bonnet, holding a parasol. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a clothing store located at 510-518 Market Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on the corner of Liberty Street. The front of the card features a drawing of a home, identified as General Winfield Scott Hancock's home in St. Louis, Missouri. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Louis Rubenstein, a clothier located at 595 Third Avenue, New York City. The front of the card depicts a young boy on a hobby horse. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the business. [The card dates to around 1885, a period of significant Jewish immigration to New York City. The special city census of 1854 showed a population of 10,777, including a growing Jewish community that established the B'nai Abraham congregation in 1852. This community needed a shochet (ritual slaughterer), who often served as a religious leader. The first congregants, mostly German immigrants, included the Bachrach brothers (grocers), tailor David Hermann, clothier Zacharius Hirsch, tailor Moses Jacobs, the Lesem family (dry goods and clothing), and the Samuel brothers (clothiers). The congregation initially held services above David Hermann's store but built a permanent home on Jefferson Square by 1864.]

This trade card features a small illustration of a child holding a bouquet of violets. The front of the card lists the business name, I. Cohen, located at 53 Stephenson Street in Oswego, New York. The back of the card includes an advertisement for W.J. Austen & Co., a retailer of Austen Cologne. [The trade card suggests a possible business relationship between I. Cohen, a clothier in Oswego, New York and W. J. Austen & Co., a cologne manufacturer in Freeport, Illinois.]

This trade card advertises the C. B. D. Clothing House, owned by M. Adler & Son, located at 248 & 250 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of a policeman trying to wrangle a group of school children, who appear to be truants. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises Joseph Heiman, a clothier located at 1028-1030 Market Street in San Francisco, California. The card features a drawing of a young woman holding a fan, looking off to the side. The image appears to have been taken from a fashion magazine or similar publication. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises Lewis Jacobs, a clothier located at 155 & 157 Fulton Street, New York. The card features a design of flowers and ivy around the business name. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Shoneman Brothers, clothiers, is located at 116 & 118 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful depiction of birds in flight, with a floral motif below. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises D. Cohen, a clothier located at 31 & 33 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a dog that is embossed into the paper. The back of the card is blank. The card is vertically oriented and measures approximately 3.5 inches by 2.25 inches.

This trade card advertises M. D. Levy, a clothier located at the corner of Main and Market Streets in Springfield, Ohio. The front of the card features a young girl picking apples from a tree. She is wearing a red dress and has a basket hanging on her arm. The back of the card provides more details about the business.

This trade card advertises J. Levy's dress goods store at 370 River Street in Troy, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two cats playing. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Baum & Bernstein, located in the Palace Block of Meriden, Connecticut. The front of the card includes a full advertisement for a $1 off punch card. The back of the card features an advertisement for a $1 punch card, which can be redeemed after accumulating $20 in purchases. The card includes the date of the patent: 1872 & 1878.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, located at 116, 118, and 120 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a mother and child. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Strauss Brothers, clothiers located at 372 Grand Street. The front of the card features a depiction of an American steamship sailing on the water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenbaum & Co., a dry-goods store located at 1026 Chestnut Street. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man and a woman. The woman is attached to a pole and is floating in the water. The man is trying to swim. The back of the card is blank. The trade card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Weil Brothers, a clothing and dress accessories store located at 165 & 167 Avenue A, between 10th & 11th Street in New York. The front of the card features an illustration of an angel with a halo. The angel is wearing a long, flowing robe and holding a small, white object in one hand. The back of the card features an invitation to a spring opening. The invitation text is written in elaborate script lettering.

The front of the card features a girl holding a bag of candy. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. It states that the business is located at 94 Main Street.

This trade card advertises L. Lowenthal's clothing store located at 59 West Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a boy dressed warmly for the cold. The back of the card is a full advertisement for L. Lowenthal's.

This trade card, advertises Sonnenfeld's clothing store located at 59 West Street, St. Louis. The front of the card features a red rose, with the store name and business information below. The back features a full advertisement. The card is a reddish-brown color and is bordered in black.

This trade card advertises S.B. Hartz & Co., hatters and furriers, located at 323-325 Main Street in Peoria, Illinois. The front of the card features a scene of children kissing. The back is blank. This is the first of three cards featuring children in various poses. [S.B. Hartz was the proprietor of S.B. Hartz & Co. He ran a hat and fur store in Peoria.]

This trade card advertises S. B. Hartz & Co., a hatters and furriers located at 323-325 Main Street in Peoria, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of children on a swing. The illustration is part of a set of three, but this card only features two out of the three images. The card has a full advertisement on the front, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. B. Hartz & Co., hatters and furriers located at 323-325 Main Street in Peoria, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of children taunting a Chinaman. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Henry Nathan, a merchant tailor located at 176-178 Main Street in Paterson, New Jersey. The front of the card features a simple layout with a central advertisement for Henry Nathan's services. The image includes stylized daisies and a floral border. The back of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises L. Mayer's Shirt & Underwear Store, located at 76 Asylum Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The store is described as the sole manufacturer of the 'Atlas Shirt.' The illustration features a humorous image of a boat sinking, with five out of seven figures depicted. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman, a dry-goods merchant located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a die-cut fan shape with a rose motif across the fan. The fan is a common theme in advertisements for women's clothing and accessories. This may be one of three cards from the same series. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

This trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman, a dry goods merchant located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card is a die-cut fan with roses in the fan. The back of the card has a full advertisement, including the address. This is one of three cards with the same design, but each card has different features on the front of the card.

This die-cut trade card, part of a set of three, advertises Altman, Jacob G., a dry-goods merchant in Baltimore, Maryland. The front features a fan-shaped design with roses forming a wreath. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and lists the store's address at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street.

This trade card advertises Jacob Stern & Co., a clothing store located at 37 & 39 Main Street, Bangor, Maine. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a drunk man, possibly a customer, with a red face and a mischievous expression. He is seated in a chair, with his pants falling down. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the store's services and clothing selection.

The front of this trade card features a charming illustration of a mother and her children. The children are depicted playing in a garden or park setting, while the mother looks on. The back of the card lists the business's location at the corner of Fifth and Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia. The card also includes a full advertisement detailing the products and services offered by the business. This card is printed on thick, cardstock-like paper and features a yellow-orange border, while the main body of the card is white.

The trade card advertises Goldsmith's, a clothing store located at 726 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of Jack and Jill, a popular nursery rhyme figure, with a red background. The bottom part of the card displays the business address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldsmith's, a clothing store located at 726 Market Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a scene of children washing clothes. The back of the card is blank.

The front of the card advertises Rosenbaum, a clothier at 702 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. It depicts a bridge and stream, the details of which are hard to make out. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Goldstein & Weinman, a dry goods store in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman wearing a kamona. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the tailoring business of Charles S. Schoenmann and A.L. Singer. It features a comical illustration of a tailor measuring a large man. The illustration is set in a shop environment with fabric rolls and other tailoring tools visible. The address for the business, 68 & 70 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, is printed on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the tailoring firm of Charles S. Schoenmann & A. L. Singer. It features a humorous image of a tailor measuring a child on the front of the card. The address 68 & 70 Wabash Avenue, Chicago is listed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the jewelry business of A. Hirsh. The front of the card features a portrait of a colonial man in a black jacket and white ruffled shirt. The card also includes the address of the business: 6 & 8 Queen Street. The back of the card is fully covered with additional advertising information about the business.

This trade card advertises Louis Rubenstein, a dry goods merchant located at 595 Third Avenue, New York. The front of the card features a die-cut pallet with a child holding a baby doll. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Louis Leon, a clothier located at the corner of Superior Street and Public Square in Cleveland, Ohio. [Louis Leon was likely the owner of the clothing store.] The front of the card features an illustration of the Forest City House, a large building at the corner of Superior Street and Public Square. The ad text is written in the corner of the card. The back of the card provides a detailed description of the clothing sold by the store.

This trade card advertises Lewis Stern, a dealer in Downs Self-Adjusting Corsets in Hastings, Michigan. The front of the card features a woman wearing a corset. She has long hair and is holding a fan. The card is white with a thin red border. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the Downs Self-Adjusting Corset.

The front of the card features an illustration of a man falling on the ice. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises M. Silverberg & Co., a dry goods merchant in Washington, D.C. The front of the card depicts a snowy scene with a church. The business's address is listed as 312 7th Street & 313 8th Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the business of S. Seelig, located at 430 Tyler Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a black and white photograph of a man in an elegant suit. The card is divided in half. The top of the card includes the business name, address, and phone number. The bottom half of the card is comprised of text that lists the businesses Seelig represents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Philadelphia Clothing House, located at 319 Kaighn Avenue in Camden, New Jersey. The front of the card features the store name printed in a large, bold font. The back of the card is a blank blotter.

This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's Clothing Store, located at 14 & 16 Asylum Street, Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card is printed on glossy white stock. The back of the card features a comical illustration of a student and is printed on blue card stock.

The front of the card, printed on blue card stock, advertises the business of Simon Cohen & Son located at 185 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the business name and address in a simple, rectangular layout. The card is printed in black ink on blue card stock.

This trade card advertises Blumenthal Bros. & Co., a clothing store located at 44, 46 & 48 North Third Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a lithograph of a new building. The card is orange and printed on blue card stock. The back of the card is blank.

Billhead from A. Kahn & Co., wholesale and retail dealers in dry goods, clothing, boots, shoes, and hats, located at the corner of Main Plaza and Acequia Street in San Antonio, Texas. Dated October 22, 1886. The bill is for Elvira McLane and lists the purchase of one shawl for $0.50. The bill shows some creasing and ink smudges.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, located at 707 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The card features a scene of a farm with flowers in a field. There are also horses and buildings. The card has a brown border and is printed in shades of blue, brown, and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Austrian & Dreifoos, a business located at 707 Penn Street, Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a cottage by a pond, with trees in the background. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Joshua Schnurman's new dry goods store located at 713 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of children, one of whom is dressed as a little Bo-Peep, looking out from a window. The text on the card notes that the store is located opposite the post office. The card's back side is blank.

The trade card advertises Schnurman's Fancy Goods and Millinery Store, located at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of a group of children, with a boy dressed as a jester. The card is similar in design to other Schnurman's cards, but with a different advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Schnurman's Fancy Goods and Millinery Store, located at 713 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of children. A boy is dressed as a jester, with a tall hat, bells, and a playful grin. The card is a duplicate of another card. [Schnurman's specialized in fancy goods and millinery, which likely included accessories, ribbons, and other fashionable items.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises William Loeb, a dry goods merchant located at 26 & 28 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a single pansey, possibly symbolizing a variety of goods offered by the shop. The back of the card features a full advertisement listing prices for various goods. The same business advertisement appears on another card.

The front of this trade card is a simple design featuring a white flower. The back of the card contains the advertisement for William Loeb's business located at 26 & 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The address is the same as the one listed on the card for Bamberger & Loeb.

This trade card, featuring a floral border, advertises William Loeb, a merchant tailor located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card also includes an advertisement for Demorest Patterns. The back of the card features a full advertisement with prices for men's clothing. The business's address is listed as 26 & 28 North Queen Street, Lancaster. This address matches the address on a trade card for Bamberger & Loeb.

This trade card for A. Jessel, a ladies' dress and dry goods store in Columbia, Pennsylvania, features a young girl dressed in floral-patterned clothing. The girl stands in a pose reminiscent of Victorian-era fashion plates. She is depicted in the center of the card, with text above her and below, likely indicating the name of the business and address. The back of the card is blank. [Based on the card's style and the date range of the collection, it's likely that A. Jessel was a Jewish merchant running a successful dry goods store in Columbia, Pennsylvania.]

An envelope addressed to Amanda J. Larwill with an advertisement for Mordecai & Co. of Dallas, Texas. The envelope is circa 1885 and includes a postage stamp. The envelope was sent from Wooster, Ohio to Dallas, Texas.

A commercial letter dated June 8, 1885, from M. Levy & Sons in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Company in Columbus, Georgia. The letter concerns funds.

A business letter dated February 11, 1887, from Scheuer Brothers in Cartersville, Georgia, to the Eagle & Phenix Manufacturing Co. in Columbus, Georgia. The letter pertains to a request for cloth.

Autograph letter signed by L. Hirschfeld to Jacobs, Meyer & Co., dated July 24, 1847. The letter, primarily in German with some English, discusses a draft for three hundred dollars and orders textiles. Postmarked Pittsburgh and docketed July 19, 1847, by the recipient. One of the earliest extant letters from a Jew in Pittsburgh.

This trade card advertises Sonnenfeld's, a dry-goods store located at Broadway and Morgan. [The store occupied four floors of the “famous building” and was the largest of its kind in the city. It burned to the ground in a major fire on the evening of November 16, 1891, as reported in the New York Times on November 18, 1891. The store’s stock of goods was valued at $190,000, and the insurance was $130,000.] The card features a scene of a cottage, possibly in the countryside. It has a red border with a large, ornate design.