Subject: Wine

Broadside - Charleston, South Carolina.....PRINTED "CATALOGUE OF SUPERIOR OLD PORT, SHERRY AND MADERIA WINES BY I. S. COHEN; WILL BE SOLD AT MY STORE ON FRIDAY NEXT, 29TH INSTANT AT 12 O'CLOCK"..HAND WRITTEN; NOTES W/PRICES AND WHAT SOLD. HE WAS A DIRECTOR OF THE SOUTH.WESTERN RR BANK &; See Letter WRITTEN BY HIM MENTIONING WINE BUS...20.106...see 17.108; Isaac S. Cohen's most defining documented religious activity was his alignment with the Progressive Reform faction at Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE). When the historic KKBE synagogue burned down in 1838, the congregation rebuilt a stunning new Greek Revival structure. Upon its completion in 1840, a group of 38 progressive members—including the Cohen family—circulated a radical petition demanding the installation of an organ to play instrumental music during the Sabbath, an act strictly forbidden by traditional Orthodox law. Isaac S. Cohen and his immediate relatives, such as Philip M. Cohen and Hyam Cohen, officially sided with the reform-minded Hazan (ritual leader) Gustavus Poznanski. The "organ faction" ultimately won the vote, which caused an immediate, bitter religious split in the city. The Orthodox traditionalists formally seceded from KKBE to form a rival synagogue named Shearit Israel (Remnant of Israel). By continuing his business and public footprint under the KKBE banner in 1845, Isaac S. Cohen was publicly identifying as a pioneer of American Reform Judaism.Beyond regular synagogue attendance. Isaac S. Cohen’s name appears in the historic ledger books of the Hebrew Benevolent Society of Charleston, which was founded in 1784 and stands as the oldest Jewish charitable organization in the United States. In the 1840s, this society acted as a strict internal welfare and religious governance system for the local community. Isaac S. Cohen is documented as a financial contributor to this society, meaning his dues directly funded the distribution of kosher food, provided medical care for impoverished Jewish immigrants landing at the Charleston ports, and sustained the maintenance of traditional ritual burial rites.In antebellum Charleston, Jewish life was tightly insular and carefully preserved through a complex web of cousin-marriages and business partnerships designed to keep wealth and religious continuity intact. Isaac S. Cohen’s commercial venture as a wine merchant was heavily supported by his marriage alliances into other elite Sephardic and Ashkenazic dynasties, including the Lazarus, Moïse, and Mordecai families. These prominent families jointly owned the pews at KKBE, managed the synagogue's governing board (known as the Adjunta), and legally witnessed each other’s Ketubahs (Jewish marriage contracts), which remain preserved today in local South Carolina archives.

Invoice from Kirchhoff & Neubarth, Wholesale Dealers in Kentucky Whiskies, Wines, Cognac, Gin, etc., located at No. 59 & 61 Lake Street, Cor. State St., Chicago, Illinois. Dated August 24, 1888. The bill details the purchase of various wines and liquors by R. C. Halliday of Dillon, Montana. The billhead has an ornate, Victorian-style lettering for the business name. The left side of the bill features a scroll graphic with text advertising the Black Rose brand of red wines. The billhead is printed by the Chicago Bank Note Co.

Billhead of L. Auerbach & Bro., importers of and wholesale dealers in wines and liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, smokers' articles, notions, saddlery, and harness, located on Main Street, Helena, MT. Dated November 1, 1877. The bill is addressed to Lackey & Co., and lists several items and their prices, with a total of 22.00. The billhead features a decorative illustration of a figure holding a scale and a sword, a common symbol of justice. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Billhead from L. Auerbach & Bros., importers and wholesale dealers in teas, spices, wines, and liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, tobacco, notions and smokers' articles, saddlery and hardware, freight, etc. Located in Helena, Montana. Dated November 16, 1874. The bill is addressed to James S. Davis. The billhead has a printed header with an image of a wine barrel, and an ornate border. It also includes business details like location and a notice about claims for damages.

Billhead from Leon Hershberg & Co., importers and dealers of foreign and native wines and liquors, located at 851 and 853 Washington Street, Oakland, California. Dated December 14, 1881. The bill lists the purchase of 1 gallon of “Joerem” (likely a type of alcoholic beverage), 1/2 pt of “old Port Wine” and 1/2 pt of “old Rye,” totaling $3.50. The billhead is a standard printed form with handwritten details. The billhead prominently features a large, decorative logo depicting a Russian eagle and the words “Russian Black Balsam” and “Russian Balsamic Bitters.” The company name, address, and products are displayed in ornate, late 19th-century style lettering.

Statement of account from S. Rosenbaum & Son, wholesale dealers in fine Kentucky whiskies, wines, and brandies. Located at 227 Sixth Street, between Main and Market, Louisville, Kentucky. The billhead is dated December 16, 1883 and includes a handwritten note about the account for Badger & Cunningham. There are columns on the billhead, likely for itemizing purchases and calculating the total cost. The billhead is printed in a simple, straightforward style.

Invoice from Weil Brothers, importers and dealers of foreign and domestic wines and liquors, located at 213 Jackson Street, San Francisco. Dated December 11, 1876. The bill is for a purchase by F. Litsch, and lists various items, quantities, and prices. The billhead is printed on white paper with black ink. The text includes an ornate script font for the company name. The billhead lists the business address and phone number.

Broadside - PRINTED "CATALOGUE OF SUPERIOR OLD PORT, SHERRY AND MADERIA WINES BY I. S. COHEN; WILL BE SOLD AT WEDNESDAY NEXT, 13TH INSTANT AT 12 O'CLOCK"..HAND WRITTEN NOTES; W/PRICES AND WHAT SOLD. See Letter WRITTEN BY HIM MENTIONING WINE BUS...20.106; HE WAS A DIRECTOR OF THE SOUTH.WESTERN RR BANK....Charleston, South Carolina.... 12/1/1848 Isaac S. Cohen's most defining documented religious activity was his alignment with the Progressive Reform faction at Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim (KKBE). When the historic KKBE synagogue burned down in 1838, the congregation rebuilt a stunning new Greek Revival structure. Upon its completion in 1840, a group of 38 progressive members—including the Cohen family—circulated a radical petition demanding the installation of an organ to play instrumental music during the Sabbath, an act strictly forbidden by traditional Orthodox law. Isaac S. Cohen and his immediate relatives, such as Philip M. Cohen and Hyam Cohen, officially sided with the reform-minded Hazan (ritual leader) Gustavus Poznanski. The "organ faction" ultimately won the vote, which caused an immediate, bitter religious split in the city. The Orthodox traditionalists formally seceded from KKBE to form a rival synagogue named Shearit Israel (Remnant of Israel). By continuing his business and public footprint under the KKBE banner in 1845, Isaac S. Cohen was publicly identifying as a pioneer of American Reform Judaism.Beyond regular synagogue attendance. Isaac S. Cohen’s name appears in the historic ledger books of the Hebrew Benevolent Society of Charleston, which was founded in 1784 and stands as the oldest Jewish charitable organization in the United States. In the 1840s, this society acted as a strict internal welfare and religious governance system for the local community. Isaac S. Cohen is documented as a financial contributor to this society, meaning his dues directly funded the distribution of kosher food, provided medical care for impoverished Jewish immigrants landing at the Charleston ports, and sustained the maintenance of traditional ritual burial rites.In antebellum Charleston, Jewish life was tightly insular and carefully preserved through a complex web of cousin-marriages and business partnerships designed to keep wealth and religious continuity intact. Isaac S. Cohen’s commercial venture as a wine merchant was heavily supported by his marriage alliances into other elite Sephardic and Ashkenazic dynasties, including the Lazarus, Moïse, and Mordecai families. These prominent families jointly owned the pews at KKBE, managed the synagogue's governing board (known as the Adjunta), and legally witnessed each other’s Ketubahs (Jewish marriage contracts), which remain preserved today in local South Carolina archives.

This trade card features an engraved portrait of John Hancock on the front, with the name "Hancock" printed below and "Bufford Boston" in the bottom right corner, indicating the publisher or printer. The reverse side presents a "Directory of Reliable Business Men on Fulton Street, BROOKLYN," listing various businesses, their industries, and street numbers. Businesses include a one-price clothier, cigar store, hotel and restaurant, saddle & harness maker, hatter, fashionable boot & shoe maker, fine groceries, photographer, dyeing establishment, dry goods store, central tea company, butter/cheese/egg supplier, fruit/wine/liquor store, music store, furniture store, bakery, butcher, fancy goods store, gent's furnishing goods store, and sporting goods store. The card serves as an advertisement and business reference, typical of late 19th-century mercantile practices.

This trade card advertises the Wine and Beer Saloon owned by Gustav Mark. The card features a simple layout with text advertising the saloon's location at No. 19 Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. It also states that the saloon offers dinners from 12 to 2 o'clock and always has Cincinnati Lager Beer on hand. The back of the card is blank.

A trade card depicting flowers and fruit in a raised bowl, a glass of wine, and a pitcher of wine. This is one of three cards. Dark background. Circa 1885. Found in: Arc.MS.56, Box 20, Folder 7

Trade card advertising Hoffman's Family and Fancy Groceries, located at the corner of Fifth and Market Streets. The card depicts roses in a fancy bowl and lists the store's offerings: canned goods, wine, cigars, and country produce. The card is estimated to date from circa 1885. The card is part of a larger collection of trade cards found within Ms. Coll. 1410, OOS, Binder 1, Page 7.

This trade card advertises Lebenbaum, Goldberg & Bowen, purveyors of teas and wines. The front of the card shows a nicely dressed boy and girl, one of whom is wearing a large hat. The style of clothing suggests a late 19th-century setting. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of elegance and quality associated with the products sold. The address, 432 Pine Street, is clearly printed on the card. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business's teas and wines.