Letter from Elias P. Levy to Henry Jessop Regarding a Stationery Bill, Philadelphia, January 10, 1844

A one-page stampless letter dated January 10, 1844, from Elias P. Levy, writing on behalf of his partner Henry Cohen, to Henry Jessop in New York City. The letter concerns a bill for pens and expresses dissatisfaction with Jessop charging interest. The letter includes a red Philadelphia postmark and a handwritten '12-1/2' postage rate. The letter provides insight into the business practices of Henry Cohen & Co., a Philadelphia stationery firm.

Associated People/Businesses

• Levy, Elias P.
• Cohen, Henry
• Jessop, Henry
• Cohen, Henry / Levy, Elias P.

Geography

• Philadelphia
• New York City
• New York

Subjects

• Jewish merchants
• Commercial correspondence
• Stationery trade

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 1, Folder 31