Subject: Womens clothing

Billhead from Kramer, Goodman & Co., located at 109 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated September 19, 1882. It advertises the manufacture of cloaks, ulsters, dolmans, ladies', and infants' underwear. The billhead is printed on yellow stock.

A colorful trade card for Mrs. H. Loewenthal's Continental Ladies' Suit Store, located at 641 South Street, Philadelphia. The store specialized in ladies' suits, children's clothes, and ladies' underwear. The card features an ornate Victorian-style design with a vibrant sprig of blue, orange, and red flowers with green leaves, adding a decorative touch to the advertisement. 3.

This is a trade card for Mrs. H. Loewenthal's Continental Ladies' Suit Store, located at 641 South Street, Philadelphia. The card advertises ladies' suits, children's clothes, and ladies' underwear. The design features a decorative floral corner with two prominent pink and red roses and green foliage.

This trade card advertises Mrs. H. Loewenthal's "Continental Ladies' Suit Store," located at 641 South Street, Philadelphia. The card promotes children's clothes, ladies' underwear, and suits. The front features a vibrant, colorful illustration of pink and red flowers with green foliage and a blue ribbon/bow. The text includes prominent ornate Victorian-style lettering for "SUIT STORE," flanked by decorative asterisks, while other business details are presented in a more standard but decorative serif font. The verso of the card is blank. 3.

This record contains two images of a trade card and raffle ticket from the Parisian Cloak & Suit Co. in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) depicts a picturesque winter scene, likely a castle or manor house, set against a snowy landscape. The image is predominantly in cool tones, evoking a sense of elegance and sophistication. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement for the Parisian Cloak & Suit Co., including their address: 26 East King Street. The text is clearly printed and easy to read. The back of the card functions as a raffle ticket as well.

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 B. Altmann & Co., a ladies' suit and clothing retailer located at 19th Street and 6th Avenue in New York City. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a young boy holding a bouquet of flowers. The back of the card is blank. The card has a tan color scheme, features a black border, and a black and white illustration.

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 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 Gerson's, a millinery store located at 42 North 8th Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of a woman's bust, wearing a large hat and a decorative lace collar. The bust is surrounded by a floral pattern. The business's address is printed below the bust. It is not clear if 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 advertises Johnston & Goodman, a retailer of misses' and children's cloaks and suits located at 360 Broadway, New York, New York. The front of the card features the business name and address in bold, sans-serif text with an ornate decorative border. The back of the card is blank.

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 Louis Latz, a manufacturer and importer of ladies' and misses' cloaks and wraps, located at 46 Walker Street in New York. The card features a plain white background with black text. 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 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 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 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 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 Rothschild's, a clothing store in Ithaca, New York. It highlights Chicago Corset Company's 'Ball's Corsets,' which were reportedly worn by the famous opera singer Adelina Patti. The card features a stock image of a woman wearing a corset and is likely meant to be a general advertisement rather than a specific design or style of Ball's Corsets.

This record contains a series of three trade cards (this is card 3 of 3) advertising Leo Meyer, a ladies' clothing store in Ashtabula, Ohio. The card features a series of illustrations depicting a girl in various poses, showcasing different styles or aspects of clothing. The style of the drawings suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The card likely served as a promotional item for Leo Meyer's business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Hirsh's New York Millinery located at 6-8 N. Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl wearing a large, elaborate hat, showcasing the millinery's fashionable offerings. The style of the hat and the illustration suggest a late 19th-century origin, aligning with the circa 1885 date. Below the image, the text indicates the street address and mentions "Thousands of other articles." The back of the card appears to have been inked out.

This trade card advertises A. Rosenblatt, a retailer of ladies' clothing, located at 304 & 306 North Second Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays the name "LILLY" prominently, which might be a brand name or a reference to a specific item or style of clothing sold by the store. The address is clearly printed beneath it. The back of the card is fully printed with additional advertising details, although the text is not legible in the available image. The style of the card suggests it's from the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises Bamberger & Loeb, a ladies' clothing store in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card promotes a "Portfolio of Fashions" for 15 cents. The back of the card features a full advertisement for ladies' clothing, emphasizing lower prices than competitors and providing the store's address: 26 & 28 North Queen Street. The style of the advertisement suggests it is from the late 19th century.

This extraordinary trade card from Berliner & Strauss, manufacturers located at 481 Broadway in New York City, advertises their "Gems in Neck Dress" for the Fall season of 1880. The front of the yellow card features three illustrations showcasing various styles of neckwear. The back of the card is equally fascinating, presenting the popular and electoral votes by state for the 1876 presidential election between Hayes and Tilden. Two additional blank columns are included, presumably for recording the results of the 1880 Garfield/Hancock election.

This trade card advertises Born & Co., a millinery business. The front of the card displays the business name, "BORN & CO." prominently. The address is clearly listed as 97 East Washington St. and 12 & 14 South Delaware St., Indianapolis. The back of the card is blank. [While the provided information doesn't offer details on the specific type of millinery goods or the history of the business, the card's design suggests it is from the late 19th century.]

This trade card advertises Carl L. Rose & Cohen, manufacturers and importers of ladies' and children's cloaks. The front of the card (Image 1) displays elegant script lettering announcing the business name and the type of merchandise offered: 'Carl L. Rose & Cohen... Manufacturers and Importers of Ladies and Childrens Cloaks'. Below that, the street address is clearly visible: '120 & 122 West Broadway, New York'. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank. The design style and typography suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Cohn & Goldman's Bon Ton Millinery Store in Reading, Pennsylvania. The front of the card showcases a charming illustration of a stylishly dressed young woman in a fancy hat and dress. She is depicted holding flowers, and her attire is predominantly pinkish-red. The illustration is likely from the late 19th century, reflecting the fashion trends of the era.  The address, 436 Penn St., is prominently displayed. The back of the card features a poem, specifically written 'For Ladies Only'.

This trade card advertises Fiegel & Rose, purveyors of fine shoes, located at 596 ½ Fifth Ave., two doors below Prospect Ave., Brooklyn. The front of the card showcases a color illustration of a woman elegantly dressed in a fur coat and a yellow gown. The image is likely intended to convey sophistication and quality, associating these attributes with the shoes sold by the business. The back of the card is not shown in the available image.

This trade card advertises E. B. Seidel, a dealer in cloaks, suits, and furs. The front of the card (Image 1) features a visually striking image of roses, which may symbolize the beauty and elegance of the clothing sold by the business. The business address, 601 & 605 Pearl St., is prominently displayed at the bottom. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank.

This trade card for E. Beerwald's features a charming illustration on the front. A woman, elegantly dressed, holds a riding crop, her expression suggesting amusement or disdain, and text reading “What a horrid little man”. The card also prominently displays the business's address: 3816 Lancaster Ave. The style of the illustration and the overall aesthetic suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Eleazer Block, an importer and manufacturer of ladies' hats. The front of the card features an illustration of ladies hats. The address, 120 Water St., two doors from the wall, is prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Warner Brothers corsets sold by H. Sondheim in Bradford, Pennsylvania. The front of the card showcases a stylishly dressed woman wearing a Warner Brothers corset. She is depicted in a sepia-toned image, wearing a hat and what appears to be a fashionable dress. The image suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is fully printed and contains an advertisement for the corsets, including a bold statement about a ten-dollar reward if the corset breaks within six months.

This trade card advertises H. Sundheim, a dry goods store specializing in ladies' and children's coats. The front of the card features a simple design of a rose and leaves, possibly printed in a muted color palette.  Below the floral motif, the business name, and a description of the goods sold, "Dry Goods, Ladies', and Children Coats," are prominently displayed. The address, 318 N. Second St., is also clearly visible on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Heiman Bros., clothiers, features an illustration on the front depicting a stylishly dressed man and woman with the question, "Are you going to the ball this evening?" The address 1028 & 1030 Market Street, San Francisco, is clearly visible. The back of the card is a full advertisement that includes the "Rules of Doing Business". The style of the illustration and the overall design suggest a late 19th-century origin.

This trade card advertises Henry Goldenberg's shop, specializing in corsets. The front of the card features an illustration of a woman in a corset, and the text prominently displays "Fanny Davenport" and "Great Bamboo Corset." The image suggests the corsets were marketed towards women, and the name 'Fanny Davenport' may refer to a celebrity endorsement or a specific corset model. The style of the illustration and text suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises I. H. Brounstein's One Price Clothing House in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card showcases a woman's hand delicately holding a yellow rose. The style suggests a focus on elegance and femininity, potentially associated with women's clothing. Below the image, the business name, "I. H. Brounstein's One Price Clothing House," is prominently displayed along with the address: 13 & 15 North Salina St. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Warner Brothers Corsets through the firm of J. Levy & Son. The front of the card features a portrait of actress Rose Temple. The image is likely a photographic reproduction, given the detail and realism of the portrait. The card is primarily in color, with the image likely having a focus on the actress. The back of the card displays an advertisement for Warner Brothers Corsets. The back provides further details about the corsets, possibly including styles, sizes, and pricing. The card's overall design blends a celebrity endorsement with the product advertisement. This suggests that the card was created to appeal to a wide audience, using Temple's popularity to generate interest. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises Warner Brothers Corsets, sold by J. Rothschild in Ithaca, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of cherubs in a garden setting, with a corset subtly incorporated into the design. The color palette is likely soft and pastel, typical of late 19th-century advertising aesthetics. The text clearly identifies "Warner Brothers Corsets" as the product being promoted. The back of the card is blank.

This record contains two trade cards for Jesse Rosenbaum, a ladies' and children's clothing retailer located at 119 North Eighth Street in Philadelphia. The front of the first card features a sepia-toned illustration of a girl's head and shoulders, her hands clasped under her chin. The second card displays a full advertisement on the back, which is not visible in the provided image. The front of the second card is not visible in the provided image. The business name and address are visible on the back of one card, and the name 'Marie Louise' is also noted on the back.

This trade card, from the Joseph Weil ladies' fashion establishment in Newark, New Jersey, features a charming illustration of a woman on the front. The image is likely a depiction of a fashionable woman of the late 19th century. The style of dress, hair, and pose reflect the aesthetics of that era. The woman’s dress is detailed with what appears to be lace or other decorative trim. The card includes the business address: 144 Springfield Avenue...near Howard. The back of the card features the full advertisement, including prices. The back of the card displays pricing information in an organized manner. It is likely a complete list of apparel or accessory prices, indicating a variety of items offered by the store.

This trade card advertises Julius Meyers, a ladies' clothing store located at 159 Main Street in Danbury, Connecticut. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a woman in a Grecian-style dress standing amidst pink flowers. The woman is elegantly depicted, and the overall color scheme is soft and feminine. The image is likely intended to associate the clothing sold at Julius Meyers with grace and beauty. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. I. Levy, a retailer of Mme. Demorest's goods. The front of the card features a delicate illustration of roses on a branch. The business address is prominently displayed as "721 & 732 Washington St., three doors down from Eliot St." The back of the card is a full advertisement for Mme. Demorest's products. The card appears to be a national Demorest card, suggesting a broader distribution network associated with Mme. Demorest's brand.

This trade card advertises L. Meyer, a dry goods merchant in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card (Image 1) is divided into two framed illustrations. One frame depicts a young woman wearing a blue muff and hat; the other shows a house in a winter setting, suggesting the business's offerings of warm clothing for the colder months. The card includes the address: 72 Hanover St., New No. 200. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank.

This trade card, one of four in the record, advertises L. Stern, a dealer in ladies' and children's clothing. The front of the card features a charming illustration. At the top, a woman is depicted, possibly representing elegance or fashion. In the lower corner, a cat is visible, adding a whimsical touch. The address, 17 Canal Street, is prominently displayed. The imagery and style suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card is blank.

This record contains two images of trade cards. The first image shows a trade card for Levy's, advertising pink slippers with flowers. The address, 4304 Main Street in Frankford, is clearly visible on the card. The second image shows the back of the card, which features a full advertisement for "Oak Hall Clothing House." The front of the card is predominantly focused on the image of the pink slippers with floral decorations, which likely indicates the store stocked ladies' footwear. The overall aesthetic suggests a late 19th-century design. The back of the card is not blank and is dedicated to another advertisement.

This trade card advertises M. Lipsky, a women's clothing store. The front of the card showcases a woman's hand delicately resting on a cluster of roses, suggesting elegance and femininity. The image is likely intended to evoke a feeling of luxury and sophistication associated with the store's merchandise. The address, 96 Andrew St. Bridge, is clearly visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. Mendel's, a ladies' clothing store in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The front of the card (Image 1) shows a bride, suggesting the store sold bridal attire or clothing for special occasions. The image is likely a drawing or print, given the style. The back of the card (Image 2) displays a full advertisement that shows the business's street address: 1625 Atlantic Ave. The back of the card also contains additional text that is too small to decipher in the image.

This trade card advertises M. Meyers, a clothing retailer located at 406 Market Street in Wilmington, Delaware. The front of the card showcases a charming illustration of a woman playing a flute. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of elegance and sophistication, associating the business with high-quality ladies' apparel. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [According to Rabbi David Geffen, Meyers was known for his outlandish promotional stunts, including once sending a balloon aloft over Wilmington with coupons for free merchandise attached.]

This trade card advertises Mann, Waldman & Co. and their Ball's Health Preserving Corsets. The front of the card features a line drawing of a woman elegantly posed, wearing a corset over a slip. A scroll next to the woman displays a guarantee and satisfaction message. The address is given as Nos. 54, 56, & 58 South Pearl Street, and 75 Hudson Street, Albany. The back of the card features a handwritten note containing an excerpt from a legal document, empowering the trustees of Shiloh Lodge No. 17 of the Independent Order of B'nai B'rith to manage real and personal estate. This excerpt refers to Solomon M. Valkenburgh, Isaac Lederer [(b. abt 1811, d. February 12, 1892 NYC)], Julius Laventall, Aaron Mann, and Moses Hamburger as trustees. The note also includes the reference to an 1864 New York State act (L 1864, c. 48) granting the lodge this power.

This trade card advertises Marks Bros., described as "The Leading Millinery House." The front of the card features a color illustration of a young woman holding a parasol. Her attire and the style of the parasol suggest a late 19th-century setting. The business's name and address are clearly printed below the illustration: Marks Bros., 108, 110, 112 & 114 North Eighth Street. 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 charming illustration of two young women conversing in a wooded setting. The scene is idyllic, conveying a sense of leisurely elegance that likely reflects the company's target market for women's fashionable outerwear. The text on the front reads "Confidence" above the illustration, and the business addresses below the illustration are: Broadway Cor. Prince / 8th Ave. Cor. 40th. The back of the card is a full advertisement for the company, featuring more details of their offerings. This card is one of two in the record.

This fan-shaped trade card advertises Mme. D. Potsdamer's millinery shop. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a branch of red roses.  The text on the front indicates that the shop specialized in trimmed hats and bonnets for Spring and Summer of 1880. The address, 440 North Eighth Street, is prominently displayed. The back of the card is a full advertisement, though the details are not visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises Mrs. L.H. Weinberg's store, offering a wide variety of goods including dry goods, notions, ribbons, millinery, ladies' fancy goods, zephyrs, Shetland shawls, and bathing suits. The front of the card is framed by a colorful array of flowers, enhancing its visual appeal. The business name and extensive list of products are clearly printed, along with the address: Atlantic Avenue, opposite the United States Hotel, Atlantic City. The back of the card is NOT ENOUGH INFO. There are multiple images associated with this record, but only one is described here. The second image is NOT ENOUGH INFO.

This trade card advertises Mrs. R. Hafferberg's shop, specializing in ladies' underwear. The front of the card features a yellow rose, a common floral motif in advertising during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The text prominently displays "LADIES UNDERWEAR A SPECIALTY" and the address: 2010 THIRD AVE. BET. 110TH & 111TH STS., New York. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenfeld's One Price Clothing House in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The front of the card features a color illustration of a well-dressed woman standing in a flower garden. The woman is depicted in fashionable attire, suggesting the high quality of clothing sold at the store. The text "ONE PRICE CLOTHING HOUSE" is prominently displayed. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Siedenbach & Cohen, a millinery shop located at the corner of 8th and Filbert Streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) showcases an elegant design featuring a central image, possibly a logo or illustration of millinery items or a woman wearing a hat. The overall style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The text includes 'Siedenbach & Cohen,' 'Millinery,' and the street address: Corner 8th and Filbert Streets, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The text also includes 'Palis Royal' which may be a reference to a style or name of hats, or indicate a business association. The back of the card (Image 2) is blank.

This trade card advertises Thompson, Langdon & Co.'s patent glove-fitting corsets, sold by H. Cohen in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (Image 1) likely features an illustration or design promoting the corsets. The back of the card (Image 2) details the corsets' features, highlighting their presence at the Philadelphia Centennial, Paris Exposition, and World's Fair. Specific corset types mentioned include abdominal, unbreakable hip, and nursing corsets. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises W. B. Shively, a retailer of Misses' Corsets, and features a charming illustration of a young girl in a blue hat and blue and white dress. The image is likely from the late 19th century. The front of the card features the words "BALLS MISSES CORSETS" prominently displayed beneath the image. The back of the card is fully printed with an advertisement. [By 1898, Meier & Frank, where Shively likely sold his goods, was 'One of America’s Great Stores,’ the fourth largest department store in the country.]

This trade card advertises Weinberg's, a clothing store located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The front of the card (image 1) depicts a woman in a long gown, possibly showcasing the store's attire. The style of the dress and the overall aesthetic suggest a late 19th-century origin. The back of the card (image 2) contains the full advertisement, which includes the offer: "WE WILL PAY YOUR CAR FARE...WILL PRESS & REPAIR; FOR ONE YEAR." Two addresses are listed: Y.M.C.A. Building, 106 North Queen Street, and 420 Market Street. The back of the card is not blank.

This trade card advertises the "Optimates Corset" by Weinstock & Lubin of Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl in a sailor outfit sitting on a rock, holding a small boat. The text on the front emphasizes the corset's quality, stating, "Cannot Break Down Over Hips" and lists the price as "One Dollar." The back of the card contains a full advertisement; however, the text is not fully legible. The style suggests the card dates to around the late 19th century.

This trade card advertises the Optimates Corset, sold by the firm Weinstock & Lubin in Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young woman in a red dress holding a parasol, with three birds perched nearby. The woman is depicted in a fashionable pose from the late 19th century. The text on the front emphasizes the corset's features: "Adjustable, Will Fit Any Form, Cannot Break." The back of the card contains a full advertisement, although the details of the advertisement are not visible in the provided image.