Some of the content on this page was edited by or generated with AI.Learn more. See an error?Email us.
Trade Card - Simon Samler, Trenton, N.J., circa 1885
This trade card advertises Simon Samler, a clothing house located at Nos. 27 & 109 South Greene St. in Trenton, N.J. The business promoted itself as "The Cheapest Clothing House in the City" and a "Popular and Reliable Clother," offering "The Finest and most complete Stock of Men's, Boys' and Children's Clothing at astonishing Low Prices." The front of the card features an illustrative lake scene with two men in boats and a gnarled tree under a moon or sun, with stylized text for the business name and offerings. The verso provides additional promotional text, also using ornate Victorian-style lettering for key phrases like "Clother." **3.
Associated People/Businesses
- Simon Samler (Proprietor)
- Samler, Simon
Geography
No geographic information available.
Subjects
- Clothing
- Retail trade
- Trenton, N.J.
- Victorian Era
- Judaica Americana
- Jewish community
- Advertisement
- Scenic illustration
- Menswear
- Boyswear
- Childrenswear
- Trade cards
Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 23, Folder 10