Subject: 19th Century Philadelphia

This archival collection contains two distinct items: an account book belonging to Israel L. Jacobs spanning the years 1840-1856, and a broadside advertisement for Madame Egerie Jules Martin's Private Dancing School in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated November 5, 1866. The verso of the broadside includes a signed receipt from Madame Martin to Henry Cohen for 24 dance lessons, presumably for his daughter, Mary M. Cohen. The account book provides insight into the financial activities of Israel L. Jacobs, while the broadside offers a glimpse into Philadelphia's social life during the 19th century. Accompanying biographical information details the prominent Cohen family, including Mary M. Cohen's contributions to Jewish and women's causes.

This item is a ticket and invitation to the Annual Hebrew Charity Ball held at the American Academy of Music in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on January 25, 1871. The ticket features the name of the event, the date, the venue, and the name of the Master of Ceremonies, William B. Hachenburg. A separate ladies' invitation is also included.

Broadside advertising the Union Canal Lottery to be drawn on June 14, 1826. It directs interested parties to Cohen & Brothers Lottery and Exchange Office on South Third Street in Philadelphia for tickets and shares. The broadside also mentions the office in Baltimore and notes that J.I. Cohen & Brothers represented the House of Rothschild in the USA. The broadside further highlights the President of the Baltimore City Council's fight for Jewish rights and the founding of the Bank of J. I. Cohen & Brothers.