Subject: Washington D.C.

A printed broadside containing two separate notices, both dated May 1, 1869, from Washington, D.C. The first notice, from S. Wolf, announces his withdrawal from the law partnership of Wolf, Hart & Co. following his appointment as Registrar of Deeds for the District of Columbia. He states his interests have been transferred to his former partners and he will now be connected with Messrs. Hart & Mitchener. The second notice, from A. Hart & Co., refers to Wolf's withdrawal, stating that S. Wolf will remain connected with them, and that A. Hart & Co. will continue to collect claims against the Government. This notice also announces their relocation to a new office at 490 Seventh Street, opposite the Post Office. The document features plain, functional text typical of official announcements of the period. 3.

CVD - Circa 1870 Man Holding Open Book by Philp & Solomons, 332 Penn Ave, Washington DC. ONE OF THE FOUNDERS OF THE RED CROSS; Philp & Solomons (1859-1874) was a publishing and bookstore partnership in Washington, D.C. The partners were bookseller Franklin Philp (1826-1887), who handled visual materials, and Adolphus S. Solomons (1826-1910), who had responsibility for the textual materials. Solomons helped to establish the American Red Cross and was the founder of the Jewish Protectory and Aid Society and the Russian Jews Immigration Aid Society. Philp was born in England and entertained visiting English celebrities at his home in Washington. According to one report, Philp overdrew the partnership account by $90,000 and left Solomons greatly embarrassed. Philp later became notorious for embezzling funds from his position as a clerk to the naval pay inspector at San Francisco, California.

An envelope addressed in a secretarial hand to "Doct. J.J. Cohen / Baltimore / Md." The sender's franking signature, "Free / J.R. Poinsett," is present, indicating it was sent by Joel Roberts Poinsett, who served as U.S. Secretary of War during the period 1837-1841. A round datestamp postmark from Washington, D.C. reads "DEC 29". The verso features a prominent red wax seal. The envelope exhibits typical wear, including ink ghost impressions and scattered pencil inscriptions. 3.

A three-page letter, measuring 5" x 8", dated November 13, 1864, from Captain Jonathan P. Fall of Company H in the 30th Regiment Maine Infantry, writing from Alexandria, VA to an unknown recipient. The letter discusses daily life, mentioning that Alexandria is "doing well" but that wages are low and "every thing is so high." Fall expresses antisemitic sentiment, stating, "it is nothing but Jews clothing stores all through the City, and as soot clothes will not last moor than half as long for there is not a good article in the city." He also describes a group of 1,700 prisoners, likely POWs, being sent to the Old Capitol prison in Washington, D.C. for lodging and boarding. The letter is handwritten in cursive. 3.

A four-page handwritten letter from Herman Hamburger, serving in Camp 18th Pa. Cav. at Fairfax Court House, VA, to his friend John Pugh Green, dated June 8, 1863. Hamburger reports on his experiences during the Civil War, detailing the monotony of his life as Acting Adjutant of the Regiment, minor skirmishes with bushwhackers and Mosby's guerrillas, and his preference for Philadelphia over camp life. He mentions seeing fellow soldiers, inquires about "Bedford Estate Papers," describes his horse's condition, and refers to a grand scout mission to Falmouth. Hamburger also asks about John's potential injury and mentions the Battle of Chancellorsville. The letter concludes with personal regards and instructions for directing mail. The document is written in legible cursive script.

Handwritten letter from Alfred Mordecai of the Ordnance Office in Washington, D.C. to Captain E. Harding at the Augusta Arsenal, dated July 24, 1839. The letter acknowledges receipt of Harding's requisition and states that Hall's rifles will be shipped from Harpers Ferry. It also discusses the difficulty in obtaining other rifle parts and mentions Messrs D. Albert & Co. of Baltimore as importers for Harpers Ferry. The letter is folded and shows significant water or ink staining, particularly down the center. The reverse side includes an address and a red wax seal. **3.

This is an issue of the "Daily National Intelligencer," a newspaper published in Washington, D.C., on July 12, 1843. Page 3 notably features the first instance of "Noah's Weekly Messenger," a weekly column by Mordecai Manuel Noah. The newspaper is laid out in a multi-column format with densely printed text and includes small woodcut illustrations, typical of 19th-century periodicals.

A pamphlet issued by the Ordnance Office of the U.S. War Department on July 30, 1863, providing details on the administrative duties of the Ordnance Bureau. An insert indicates this pamphlet forms part of a larger work being prepared titled "Administrative Duties of the Ordnance Bureau," which will detail the duties of each division of the Ordnance Office and direct attention to rules for examining property returns. The light blue cover features a decorative double-line border and a central insignia of the Ordnance Department, which includes crossed cannons and other military symbols. Handwritten notation on the cover indicates it was received by Captain A. Mordecai in 1863.

This U.S. passport, issued by the United States Department of State and authorized by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish, certifies Gabriel Einstein and his family as citizens of the United States. Dated July 8, 1869, and issued from Washington, DC, the document requests "all lawful Aid and Protection" for the bearers. It includes a detailed physical description of Gabriel Einstein, noting his age, stature, facial features (forehead, eyes, nose, mouth, chin), hair, complexion, and face. The passport features an ornate header proclaiming "THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA" with scrollwork, and bears the official seal of the Department of State with an eagle. The reverse side shows a faint watermark of the Great Seal of the United States, including an eagle and the motto "E PLURIBUS UNUM".

This souvenir program commemorates the Inaugural Ball for President Benjamin Harrison and Vice President Levi Morton, held in Washington, D.C. on March 4, 1889. The cover features a cream-colored card with scalloped edges and an attached pink silk ribbon in the upper left corner. The center of the cover displays "Souvenir Inaugural Ball March 4th 1889" in ornate, gold embossed or gilded script, arranged in a circular design with two stars. Inside, the program includes an elaborate engraving depicting an American eagle perched on rocks with a flowing American flag, flanked by allegorical figures, overlooking a cityscape including the Washington Monument. Below this image, the text "INAUGURAL BALL, MARCH 4th 1889 WASHINGTON, D.C." is printed, followed by a list of names, likely committee members or attendees. A subsequent page features an engraved portrait of Benjamin Harrison with his facsimile signature. Simon Wolf is noted as a member of the Executive Committee.

This stereoview depicts the interior of the U.S. Treasury's "Dry Press Room," showing multiple workers engaged in the process of manufacturing currency. The image provides a glimpse into the industrial operations of the U.S. Treasury in Washington, D.C., during the mid-19th century. An advertising label on the reverse identifies H. Cohen as a dealer in "Cromos, Engravings, and Frames" in Washington, D.C., suggesting he sold or distributed this photographic view.

A trade card for A. Straus, Fine Clothing, located at 939 Penn. Avenue, Washington, D.C. The card features a colorful lithographic illustration depicting a boy in a field holding a bird's nest with two chicks, while several birds fly overhead. The background includes a rolling hill and a bush. The verso of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the legal services of I. E. Rubenstein, an expert pension attorney in Washington, D.C. The card states he offers "Sixteen Years' Practical Experience" and operates on a "No Fee in Claims Unless Successful" basis. The printed text encourages recipients to keep the card for their families to contact him regarding pension claims after their death, suggesting a focus on long-term financial security for dependents, possibly related to Civil War invalid or military pensions. The front of the card features a vibrant, multi-color illustration of three women in a pastoral landscape, one reaching out, characteristic of Victorian-era decorative imagery used to attract attention. The reverse side includes a black and white portrait illustration of I. E. Rubenstein and the printed message. The very back of the card contains various handwritten calculations and numbers. 3.

A trade card for Mrs. Max Weyl's business, offering Fancy Goods and Worsteds, located at 712 7th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. The front of the card features a two-tone illustration (red/orange and grey) depicting a young woman wearing an elaborate, whimsical hat, holding a small bouquet of flowers, and seated on a tree stump in a stylized natural setting. The business name and address are printed in the upper left corner. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises S. Goldstein & Co., located at 939 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington D.C. The front of the card is NOT ENOUGH INFO. The back of the card features a full advertisement, depicting comical birds and a sailboat. The imagery suggests a lighthearted and potentially whimsical approach to advertising.

This trade card advertises S. Oppenheimer & Bro., a business selling sewing machines. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a home scene with a sewing machine and flowers. The business name, 'S. Oppenheimer & Bro.', along with their address, '514 Ninth Street, N W., Washington D.C.', is clearly printed on the card. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank.