Subject: Toys

A Christmas advertisement postcard featuring a pop-up illustration of a winter scene. The postcard advertises Christmas toys from Germany and is addressed to A.L. Kesner. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1903.

Billhead from E. J. LEHMANN, a jobber and dealer in bankrupt stocks and job lots of fancy dry goods, notions, jewelry, toys, novelties, and more. Located at 198 State St., 61, 63, 65 & 67 Adams Sts., Chicago, Illinois. Dated March 15, 1873. The bill shows a purchase made by D. D. Davis Archer for various items such as “Shaw Brushes,” “Mazel Dishs,” “Thimbles,” and “Looking Glasses.” The billhead has a printed header and contains handwritten details about the purchase. The amount due is written in both numbers and words as “$9.96.”

An invoice from Feigenbaum & Co., importers and manufacturers of toys, fancy goods, notions, and cutlery, located at 120 to 126 Sansome Street between Pine and Bush in San Francisco. Dated October 19, 1876, the invoice is for a sale to a customer. The invoice lists multiple purchased items, including “Knipto Kuf,” “Back Furres Suf,” “Triefco,” “Phoeno,” “Phease Eal,” “Mershaum pipestewles,” “Tabac,” “Tabic slate pencils,” and “Knives.” The invoice is written on a printed form with ruled lines for recording the items and totals. There is a printed header that highlights the company name in a decorative font with multiple lines of text listing the products sold. It also notes that goods are sold for U.S. Gold Coin and Silver is taken at current rate of discount.

Billhead from Haas Bros., importers and dealers in books, stationery, fancy goods, toys, jewelry, baskets, perfumery, baby carriages, etc., located at Georgia St., cor. Sacramento, Vallejo, California. Dated August 2, 1875. A note on the billhead indicates that the business is affiliated with the Golden State Lodge #216. The billhead is printed with decorative borders. The business name is in a large, bold typeface with an ornate flourish.

Invoice from J. Wolff & Sons, direct importers of German, French, and English fancy goods, hosiery, laces, combs, buttons, toys, and other items located at 405 Main Street, Saint Louis, Missouri. Dated December 1, 1868. The bill lists a variety of items purchased by Christ Schaaf, including toys, dolls, and other specialty goods. There are two pages of the billhead with a long, detailed list. The billhead displays an ornate, Victorian-style header. There is a printed logo above the business name and an address. The billhead utilizes a vertical format with a columnar layout for listing items, quantities, and prices.

Billhead from LOUIS REINACH, a wholesale dealer in toys, fancy goods, and notions located at 146 CLARK STREET, near Cor. Madison, Chicago, Illinois. Dated December 6, 1877. The billhead lists a purchase of toys, possibly a 'doller set.' The bill is written in cursive. The billhead features an ornate, all-caps business name. The header lists a variety of items the business sells.

Billhead for Schoenfeld, Cohen & Co., importers and manufacturers of French & German fancy baskets, willow and wooden ware, toys, and fancy goods, located at 119 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated November 29, 1875. The billhead is printed in black ink on white paper. The business name and address appear on the upper right side of the billhead, as does the date. The business's inventory is listed in the center, below the business's address and name. The left side of the billhead features an illustration of wicker furniture in black ink.

Invoice from Stearn & Co., importers and jobbers of fancy goods, toys, and novelties, located at 240 to 248 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Dated December 2, 1907. The billhead displays a full picture of the store and the business address printed on the billhead. The invoice lists a purchase of 2 dozen chicken at $0.85 a dozen and 1/2 dozen glass vase at $1.20 a dozen, for a total of $2.70. The billhead indicates the terms of payment are 30 days net and 10 days less 2% discount.

Billhead from Ackerman Brothers, dated March 27, 1878. The billhead advertises "FANCY GOODS and TOYS, CROCKERY, GLASSWARE, PLATEDWARE, CUTLERY, Etc." The business was located at 123 Kearny Street & 209 Sutter Street, San Francisco, California. This is 1 of 4 billheads in the collection.

Billhead from B. & J. Feigenbaum, located at 120-126 Sansome Street, between Pine and Bush Streets, San Francisco, California. Dated June 20, 1877. The billhead advertises a wide variety of goods including toys, fancy goods, notions, cutlery, fancy baskets, children's carriages, hobby horses, feather dusters, and musical instruments. The bill was sold to S.L. Schoenfeld Bros. in Red Bluff, California. The bill notes that goods are sold for US gold and silver is taken at the current rate of discount.

Billhead showing receipt of payment from Strasburger, Pfeiffer & Co., Toys and Fancy Goods, located on Broadway, New York City. Dated January 2, 1879. The billhead is addressed to G. H. Clark in Salisbury, Connecticut. The second page is blank.

This is a circa 1875 catalog from Hartz & Levy's Magical Bazaar, located at 1131 Broadway in New York City. The catalog lists a variety of magical tricks, scientific toys, and novelties. The firm was notable for being one of the first American magic shops and for its connection to the Hartz family, known for their contributions to Vaudeville and magic.

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'.

The trade card advertises the Golden Rule Bazaar, an importer of fancy goods and toys, located at 519 Hearny Street, San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a large cat holding an advertisement in its mouth, the Golden Rule Bazaar logo. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a toy and holiday goods store located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl holding a parrot on a stand. The background is light and uncluttered. The back of the card lists the store's inventory of toys and holiday goods.

This trade card advertises Ehrichs', a store located on Eighth Avenue between 24th and 25th Streets in New York. The card depicts a festive scene of children receiving gifts from Santa Claus. The front of the card is brightly colored and features a red border. The back provides a full advertisement for toys and holiday goods.

This trade card advertises Feigenbaum & Co., a toy dealer located at 526 Market Street and 21 to 25 Sutter Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card depicts a child holding a large lobster he has caught. He is wearing a blue shirt, white pants, and a cap. 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 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 Schwartz's Toy Bazaar, a toy store located at 300 Fulton Street, opposite Johnson, New York City. The front of the card features an image of an eagle. The back of the card features a full advertisement with the business name and a list of the products they sell: 'BABY CARRIAGES, VELOCIPEDE, TOYS AND GAMES'.

This trade card advertises Shoneman Brothers, a store selling trimming and fancy goods, located at 116, 118, 120, & 122 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a comical scene of a goat-drawn cart carrying children, highlighting the lighthearted spirit of the business. The design suggests a focus on children's goods, possibly toys or decorative items for children's rooms. The card dates from approximately 1882. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting boys dressed in soldier costumes carrying a crying girl in a playpen. The card includes the text "The Fair Captive" and "Thanks to the Public for Trade and Patronage." It is numbered "Card 101". The card is circa 1885. The card was found in Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Box 2, Folder 69.

A trade card depicting a child among toys, likely advertising a business located at 626 Girard Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card dates from circa 1885. The card is part of the Isaiah Weinmann collection.

This trade card advertises E. Schneider, a retailer of a wide variety of goods. The front of the card lists the merchandise offered: "Dealer in Furniture, China, Glassware, Toys, Fancy Goods...etc." The address is clearly printed as "751 and 753 S. Halsted St., near 19th." The phrase "Cesky Obchod" is also visible; this is Czech for "Czech shop", suggesting a clientele or business focus on the Czech community in Chicago. The back of the card is blank. The image shows a late 19th-century style.

This trade card for Ehrich's department store in New York City features a two-sided design. The front depicts a child playing with toys, suggesting the store's focus on children's merchandise. The back of the card is a full advertisement that reads, "Santa Claus at Home! Every Day at Ehrich's," along with the store's address: Eighth Ave. & 24th St. The advertisement's festive message and imagery likely promoted holiday shopping. The style of illustration and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin.

Trade card advertising Ehrichs', located at Eighth Avenue and 24th Street in New York, New York. The card depicts a girl teaching a dressed dog to sit up. The reverse side advertises a grand opening exhibition of toys and holiday goods. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising G. A. Schwartz's business located at 1006 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts six well-dressed figures in front of a bush. It advertises Christmas exhibitions and mentions a connection to F. O. Schwartz (likely a relative). Circa 1885.

Trade card depicting a girl feeding a parrot. The card also mentions "Eight Avenue & 24th Street" and "Opening Exhibition of Toys & Holiday Games." The card is part of a larger collection of trade cards and is housed in the Archives, Manuscript Collection 56, Volume 19, Page 25. The image is approximately from 1885. Geographic location: New York City, New York.

Trade card advertising Button & Ottley's Raven Gloss Shoe Dressing. The card depicts children playing with toys. It was published circa 1885 in New York, New York, United States. The address 304 Lakawanna Ave. is listed on the card.

Trade card depicting a boy with a basket of toys, likely advertising Jordan Marsh department store. The card is dated circa 1885. The image is unavailable at this time.

One of two trade cards depicting a Swedish girl holding a toy ship. The card is circa 1885 and likely associated with the mercantile business, Moses, N.A. & Co. This item is part of Arc.MS.56, Volume 14, Page 11.

This trade card advertises Rubinstein's, a store selling blank books, stationery, sporting goods, novelties, and toys. The front of the card displays the business name prominently and lists the store's address: Southwest Corner of Market and Walnut Streets, West Chester, PA. The image shows a storefront with an awning. The style suggests a late 19th-century business. The back of the card is blank. This is one of two cards in the record; both appear to be similar in design and content.

Trade card for Schwartz Toy Bazar located at 300 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, New York. The card features an eagle on the front and a full advertisement on the verso. The card dates from circa 1885.