Billhead - Leon Hershberg & Co., Oakland, December 14, 1881

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.

Associated People/Businesses

• Hershberg, Leon
• Leon Hershberg & Co.
• Hershberg, Leon / Ryttenberg, I. D.

Geography

• Oakland

Subjects

• Billheads
• Liquor industry
• Wine
• Alcoholic beverages
• Business records
• 19th century

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 1, Folder 128