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Trade Card: Shoneman Brothers, Well Known Cheap Trimming Store, Philadelphia

This trade card for Shoneman Brothers, a "well known cheap trimming store," features a whimsical illustration on the front depicting children in a goat-drawn cart that has overturned, with a goat chasing a peacock. The scene is brightly colored and likely intended to be humorous. The business's address is clearly printed below the image: 116, 118, & 120 N. Eighth St., Phila. The back of the card contains a full advertisement, including mention of pocket books.

Associated People/Businesses

Shoneman Brothers
SHONEMAN BROS.

Geography

Philadelphia

Subjects

Advertising cards
Dress accessories

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 19, Folder 10