This item is a $2 proof bank note issued by J. I. Cohen & Brothers Banking House in Baltimore, Maryland, circa 1830s. The note features a central allegorical vignette depicting two women, one standing and one seated, reading a document. The value "TWO" is displayed prominently in ornate oval frames on both sides of the note. The text states, "We Promise to pay Bearer at our Banking House) on demand TWO DOLLARS." The note was printed by Draper Underwood Bald & Spencer and exhibits detailed engraving work typical of early 19th-century currency. 3.
Subject: Baltimore, Maryland
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Billhead from A. Brafman & Son, manufacturing clothiers located at 26 Hopkins Place (formerly Sharp Street), Baltimore, Maryland. Dated August 19, 1887, with a small stamp stating “GOODS ACTUALLY SOLD WILL NOT BE TAKEN BACK” near the top left corner. It is an invoice for E. J. Nebb. The billhead is highly detailed and contains an itemized list of transaction items and prices, along with a handwritten note on the bottom stating “Balance of goods will follow soon.”
Invoice from Adolph Nachman, located at 159 North Gay Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated May 1, 1883. The billhead lists a sale to the Baltimore City Fire Department for 1 1/3 yards of oilcloth for a wagon. The bill is handwritten and includes a handwritten signature.
Billhead from Alex. Weiller & Co., proprietors of the Maryland Pharmaceutical Co., located at No. 45 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated February 4, 1885. The bill lists an item purchased by W. Price & Co. in Westerly, Rhode Island, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The transaction details include a price for a quantity of “Horse Powd. ft.” and a notation about an order being shipped soon. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.
A bill from Ambach, Burgunder & Co., manufacturing clothiers. The billhead is dated November 8, 1886 and is addressed to Henry Menefer. The bill lists several items, likely clothing, purchased, along with prices and quantities. The billhead features a decorative header with an illustration of the business's building, an ornate banner with the company name, and a printed list of business addresses and payment terms.
Billhead from Baltimore Bargain House, importers and jobbers of general merchandise, located at 216, 218 & 220 West Baltimore Street and Annex, 10 & 12 N. Howard St., Baltimore. The billhead features a decorative illustration of the building, a framed header section, and ornate Victorian-style lettering. The date on the billhead is December 15, 1898. It is a letter to Mr. H.J. Mannafee, Sperryville, Va. It is written in response to a previous order, letting the client know that the shipment went forward on the 8th inst. and assuring the client that the business remains appreciative of their patronage.
Billhead from Baltimore Bargain House, wholesalers and manufacturers of clothing, located at 212, 214, 216, 218 & 220 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated March 22, 1899. The bill shows an item purchased, likely clothing or fabric for $5.15, by J. N. Little Sr. of Drifting, PA. The billhead features a printed header with ornate lettering.
Invoice from Berliner & Bro., dealers in ships' cabooses, located at 257 South Broadway, Baltimore. Dated October 28, 1884. The bill lists the purchase of pipe elbows for cabins and a large pipe elbow for the galley by Willie H. Higgins & Cuners. The billhead includes a detailed description of the business, including their address and a list of their services, and a decorative image of a ship's caboose. The billhead has printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.
Invoice from Chas. Simon & Sons, wholesale and retail dealers in foreign and domestic dry goods, located at No. 63 North Howard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated January 9, 1879. The bill shows a transaction for “figured Swiss” for a total of $3.57 with “Rec. payment” from “Mormon” for 369, 337, and 12 cents. The billhead has an elegant printed header section and a handwritten line “The same for expenses to day”.
Invoice from Fink, Bro. & Co., importers and wholesale grocers located at the corner of Franklin & Eutaw Streets, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated October 8, 1883. The billhead lists a transaction between Fink, Bro. & Co., and J. M. Johnson, likely for the purchase of sugar. The billhead is a printed document with a company logo, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business location and transaction.
Invoice from Goldsmith & Strauss, dealers in dry goods, millinery, and fancy goods located at 168 Lexington Street near Eutaw, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated November 1, 1866. The bill lists items purchased by Mrs. Brooke and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. It also features a 2-cent U.S. revenue stamp.
Billhead from Heineman Brothers, Monumental Cigar Manufactory located at 304 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The billhead is dated June 1, 1899, and lists a purchase from J. S. Wannamaker. The billhead features an intricate, ornate Victorian-style lettering and a large, decorative illustration of a monument with a trade mark printed below.
Invoice from Heineman Brothers, a monumental cigar manufactory located at 304 West Lombard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated October 15, 1899. The bill includes an itemized list of purchases from J. G. Wannamaker Manufacturing Co., and includes several items, such as “Ground Leaves,” “Madaleria,” and “Merry Christmas,” which are likely types of cigars. The billhead features a large decorative header with an ornate Victorian-style logo and a visual depiction of the building and its facade.
Invoice from Henry Levie, manufacturer of brushes of all kinds, located at 259 N. Dallas Street, near Gay, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated April 13, 1881. The invoice shows a purchase of “Street Brooms” by James A. Heuert for $27.50. The billhead features an image of various brushes, indicating the types of brushes sold by the business. The header is printed with an ornate border.
Invoice from Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., painters and artists supplies, located at 195, 197, and 240 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated September 4, 1884. The bill lists the purchase of 200 pounds of Lewis Lead at a price of $11.70 by S. B. Brodbeck of Brodbecks, Pennsylvania. The billhead features an ornate Victorian-style header, displaying a company logo and an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead also lists a variety of products sold by the company, including brushes, glues, oils, glass, and varnishes.
A billhead from Hutzler Brothers, importers of fine dress silks, wraps, trimmings, and other items located at 212, 214, 216, 218 North Howard Street, Baltimore. Dated January 27, 1898. The bill likely lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by Mrs. H. C. Croft, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header with a detailed illustration of the store building and ornate lettering.
Billhead for Jacob Adler & Co., grocers and commission merchants located at 54 S. Howard St., 288 & 290 W. Pratt Street in Baltimore, Maryland. Dated August 19, 1878. The bill is addressed to Mr. A. B. Rogan and lists several items purchased, including salt, flour, soda, mustard, and others. The bill includes handwritten prices and quantities for each item and a total at the bottom. The billhead is handwritten and includes a header that states the name of the business and address.
Billhead from Jacob Adler & Co., Grocers and Commission Merchants, located at 54 S. Howard St., 288 & 290 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated May 16, 1881. The bill lists a purchase of 3 bags of Rio Coffee, 1 bag of Caracao Indigo, and 1 bag of Bray. This transaction was made by I.P. Curtis & Co., likely located in Butler, Tennessee. The billhead includes a header with ornate lettering.
A broadside from the Jewish Publication Society of America, announcing a prize of $1000 for the best story relating to a Jewish subject suitable for young readers. The story should be no less than 20,000 words and no more than 30,000 words. The broadside details the terms and conditions of the contest and the selection process. It notes that the prize-winning work will become the property of the society. The broadside also includes contact information for Henrietta Szold, the secretary to the committee. The document has a simple design and clear, legible lettering.
Billhead from Joseph Schloss, Merchant Tailor, located at No. 84 W. Fayette Street, Baltimore. Dated January 28, 1881. The bill details a purchase of a suit for $30.00 from the business by William Galloway. It also includes a note that the payment is to be made in three months from date. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering and a decorative border with a motif of hearts and arrows. The billhead is also printed on lined paper.
Invoice from Leon Frank & Sons, manufacturers of fine shoes, located at 369 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland, dated November 8, 1886. The bill lists purchases made by H.L. Menefee of Sperryville, Virginia. It includes a list of items purchased, likely shoes, with their sizes and prices. The total amount of the bill is $48.15. The billhead contains detailed information on the business’s payment terms and a note stating that single pairs made to order are not taken back.
Billhead of M. Hutzler & Son, dealers in embroideries, laces, dress trimmings, hosiery, gloves, and fancy goods, located at 71 North Howard Street, corner of Clay Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated November 7, 1864. The bill lists two items purchased, likely corsets and an item of embroidery. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.
Invoice from M. Hutzler & Son, dealers in embroideries, laces, dress trimmings, hosiery, gloves, and a general stock of fancy goods, located at 71 North Howard Street, Corner Clay Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated September 28, 1864. The bill is for goods purchased by George Koonce & Son, and includes a list of items with quantities, prices, and totals. The billhead has a printed header section and the business' address, with a smaller section for customer details.
Invoice from Marcus W. Wolf & Co., importers and wholesale stationers, located at 204 and 206 W. German Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated April 4, 1893. The bill lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by G. Wanamaker Manufacturing Co., likely paper goods or stationery items. The invoice lists a total amount due of $1000. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and includes a company logo, a visual depiction of the business's storefront, and a framed header section. Terms of the purchase are outlined on the billhead.
Invoice from N. Hess' Sons, creators and distributors of men's high-grade footwear, located at 112 E. Baltimore St., Baltimore. Dated July 1, 1898. The invoice is for the purchase of shoes, and lists a total of 27 pairs purchased. The buyer is listed as Dr. G. A. Conlyn. The billhead is adorned with an ornate and stylized title and logo.
Invoice from North Bros. & Strauss, makers of shirts and night robes, located at 100, 102, 104 Hanover Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated May 13, 1898. The bill is made out to A. F. Stauffer and lists the purchase of 3 1/2 doz. “muslin shirts” at various prices, totaling $40.50. The billhead includes a depiction of the North Bros. & Strauss store. The billhead also includes detailed company information such as the address, business terms, and a small image of their store, a handsome building.
Invoice from S. Levy, a wholesale and retail dry goods house located at 77 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore. Dated January 15, 1879. The invoice shows a purchase made by the Baltimore City Fire Department for 12 gray blankets at a price of $.350 each. The total amount due is $42.00. The billhead includes an ornate header section with bold lettering in a Victorian style. The billhead also has handwritten details of the transaction and includes a handwritten check.
Invoice from S. Wolsheimer & Bro., a retailer of goods for men's wear, located at 272 W. Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland, for C. I. Baylis, residing in Lloyds, Virginia. Dated November 3, 1870. The invoice contains an itemized list of goods purchased, likely clothing, with corresponding quantities and prices. The handwritten invoice lists a variety of items, including suits, coats, pants, and other goods. The billhead features ornate, stylized lettering typical of the period, and includes the business name and address.
Billhead of Slagle & Sneeringer, commission merchants, wholesale dealers in manufactured and smoking tobacco, cigars, pipes, etc., located at No. 5 S. Sharp St., 2nd door from Baltimore St., opposite Harnden’s Express Office. This bill is dated June 3, 1867, and details a transaction between the business and Mr. E. Firmwaltz. The billhead includes handwritten totals of the transaction in a columnar format. The bill is printed in black ink and has a decorative header with ornate lettering. The billhead also includes a revenue stamp, which was required for certain transactions during the Civil War.
Invoice from Stein Brothers & Co., jobbers and wholesale clothiers, located at 205 Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated October 9, 1871. The bill lists an item purchased by C. F. Baylis, with prices, quantities, and check marks indicating payment. The total bill is $367.28. The billhead features a company header, ornate lettering, and a note that this bill is for a four-month payment period. It is printed on a lined page.
Credit bill from Stern & Rothstein, makers of the Lord Baltimore brand of Young Men's, Boys, and Juvenile Clothing. Located at 311 & 313 Baltimore Street, and 308 & 310 W. German Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The bill is dated October 18, 1912 and was issued to J.W. Olweiler. The billhead features an illustration of three children, a decorative border, and ornate Victorian-style lettering.
Invoice from Strasburger & Son, manufacturers of men's, youths', and boys' fine clothing, located at the corner of Gay & Front Streets, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated July 12, 1887. The bill lists a purchase of one serge suit. The billhead features a decorative image of the company's building with the company name and description in an ornate font and a framed header section.
Billhead for Tobias Loeb, a tobacco merchant located in Baltimore, Maryland. The billhead lists multiple addresses for the business, including 156 West Franklin St., near Paca and Nos. 7 and 9 North Howard Street, Upstairs. Dated January 7, 1868. The billhead includes a section for a transaction, likely for tobacco, with a handwritten signature in the bottom left. The header portion of the bill is blank.
Invoice from W. Goldstein, a manufacturer of perfumery and toilet soap, located at 268 West Pratt Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated March 25, 1869. The bill lists a variety of items purchased by J. C. Johnson, including Fancy Milk White, Oval Glass, and Hair Aid. The billhead displays a business name in bold lettering.
Billhead for a purchase from Wiesenfeld & Co., wholesale clothiers, located at 242 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The bill is dated November 10, 1880, and lists an item purchased by the Bay View Asylum. The bill includes a list of quantities, prices, and totals, with handwritten notes. The billhead features a decorative header section.
Invoice from Wiesenfeld & Co., wholesale clothiers located at 242 W. Baltimore St., Baltimore, Maryland. Dated November 16, 1880. The bill lists a purchase of a
A broadside advertising the State Lottery of Maryland, taking place on Thursday, May 13th, 1824. The broadside lists the capital prizes available in the lottery, along with the cost of different types of tickets, including quarters, eighths, and halves. The broadside specifies that orders should be sent immediately, and notes that more capital prizes have been sold at Cohen’s Office in Baltimore than at any other office in the United States. It includes the address to which to send orders. It has a very small footprint and appears to be a handout.
This item is a "PRICE CURRENT" broadside from Wiesenfeld, Stern & Co., successors of Odom, Clements & Co., Cotton Factors and General Commission Merchants, located at 87 Smith's Wharf in Baltimore, Maryland, dated January 16, 1869. The document lists prices for a wide range of goods and commodities, including beeswax, beans, cotton (with different grades like Upland, Middling, and Good Middling), dried fruit (apples, peaches, cherries), fertilizers, fish, flour, flaxseed, hides, greenbacks, lumbar, naval stores, peaches, pitch, rags, rice, seed, shingles, and tobacco. It also includes a "COTTON REPORT" table detailing stock and sales in various ports. The verso of the broadside is addressed by hand to James Sears in Gatesville, North Carolina. The typography is functional and characteristic of a commercial price list from the period.
An envelope addressed in a secretarial hand to "Doct. J.J. Cohen / Baltimore / Md." The sender's franking signature, "Free / J.R. Poinsett," is present, indicating it was sent by Joel Roberts Poinsett, who served as U.S. Secretary of War during the period 1837-1841. A round datestamp postmark from Washington, D.C. reads "DEC 29". The verso features a prominent red wax seal. The envelope exhibits typical wear, including ink ghost impressions and scattered pencil inscriptions. 3.
Envelope addressed to Tobias Hendricks in Charleston, South Carolina, postmarked June 10, 1860. The envelope features a red handstamp advertisement for Mordecai & Co., steamship agents in Baltimore and Charleston. The envelope contains no internal contents.
A two-page letter written by Solomon Ullmann, Grand Rabbi of France in Paris, to Samuel Etting in Baltimore, Maryland, dated January 25, 1858. The letter is part of the Etting/Carvalho Archive of Beit Yisrael Sefardi.
Issue of Poulson's American Daily Advertiser newspaper published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on March 17, 1807. This issue contains an article from Baltimore about the formation of a company of Hebrew volunteers raised in Charleston, South Carolina. Advertisements by S. Israel are also present.
This trade card advertises Strasburger & Son, a clothier business in Baltimore, Maryland, offering "the cheapest & best clothing in the city for the least money." The advertisement highlights $10.00 corkscrew suits, guaranteed to be all wool and well-made, and a large line of men's, boys', youths', and children's clothing, especially for fall and winter. The front of the card features a racist and offensive depiction of an Indigenous person, labeled "A CORNED INDIAN," dressed in a corn husk outfit and feathered headdress, holding a staff. The image is copyrighted 1886 by C.P. Griffith & Co. Baltimore. The reverse side displays the advertisement with ornate Victorian-style typography and decorative flourishes. 3.
This trade card advertises A. Benesch's Installment House, located at 109 South Broadway, between Gough and Bank Streets, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a woman wearing a hat. The back of the card contains a full advertisement. [The card was printed by Leon Meyers & Co., which merged with Pictorial Printing in 1885.]
This die-cut trade card, part of a set of three, advertises Altman, Jacob G., a dry-goods merchant in Baltimore, Maryland. The front features a fan-shaped design with roses forming a wreath. The back of the card includes a full advertisement and lists the store's address at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street.
This trade card advertises Chas. L. Cohen's Reliable Boot and Shoe House located at 315 N. Gay Street, between High and Front Streets, in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of elves. The back of the card provides a full advertisement for the business. The card is in poor condition but is a good example of a trade card from the 1870s.
This trade card advertises D. Goldenberg & Bro.'s, a clothing store located at 157 North Gay Street. The front of the card features a humorous illustration of two children in a goat-drawn cart. One child is holding a whip and appears to be driving the goat. The second child sits behind them, holding onto the cart. The front of the card also includes the store address. The back of the card includes advertisements for clothing and detailed prices. The card's layout is typical for the time period. It's possible the children pictured on the card are the store owners, as this was common practice in the era.
This trade card advertises the business of D.I. Lowenthal, located at 679 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is shaped like a fan. The front of the card is in black and white, with minimal design or text. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises Emanuel L. Fried, a clothier located in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a young girl on roller skates. The background shows a view of a building and trees. The back of the card provides more information about the business. It states that the store was established in 1843 and was located at 171 North Gay Street. The card also includes the address 419 Second Door Above Chestnut.
This trade card advertises the services of Emanuel L. Fried, a merchant tailor located at 419 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls playing on the beach. They are both holding dolls and appear to be enjoying themselves. The back of the card lists the address of the business and the year the store was established: 1843. The back also notes that Fried was active in Jewish affairs, a detail that adds to our understanding of his role in the Baltimore community.
This trade card advertises Gassinger, Heymann & Co., manufacturers of store, bar, and office fixtures in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card provides the address of the business as 431 and 433 Colvin Street, located between Gay and Hillen Streets. The card also mentions that the business accepts mail orders promptly. [Gassinger, Heymann & Co. was likely owned by members of the Gassinger family.] The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises Hirshberg, Hollander & Co., a Baltimore-based art supplies company located at 195 & 197 West Pratt Street. The front of the card features an image of a woman seated, painting a sculpture. Birds fly about, adding a touch of life to the scene. The illustration has a delicate, almost watercolor-like quality. [Hirshberg, Hollander & Co. was a prominent art supplier in Baltimore, catering to both professional artists and amateurs. The company carried a wide variety of art materials, including paints, brushes, canvases, and drawing supplies.]
This trade card advertises I. Benesch & Sons, furniture merchants located at 549 to 557 N. Gay Street, above the Belair Market in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a woman wearing a scarf hat and scarf over her bodice. There is a tear at the bottom of the card. [The card was printed sometime around 1885. The business was founded by Isaac Benesch, a Jewish-German carpenter who leased land in the bustling business district of Old Town. Between 1868 and 1882 Isaac Benesch annexed three adjoining properties for his growing furniture emporium. His sons later joined the business and the firm was known as I. Benesch & Sons. I. Benesch & Sons was known for serving all customers, regardless of their ethnicity, race, or religion, and for being one of the earliest and most prominent department stores in East Baltimore.] The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.
This is one of three trade cards advertising the furniture store of I. Benesch & Sons, located at 549 to 557 N. Gay Street above Belair Market, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an illustration of a young girl giving a boy a drink from a well. The scene is situated in a small, enclosed courtyard with trees and other plants surrounding it. The card features an ornate, textured border surrounding the image. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store. [The card's advertisement was printed sometime around 1885. Isaac Benesch was a Jewish-German carpenter who leased land in the bustling business district of Old Town, Baltimore, between 1866 and 1882, building a successful furniture emporium. He expanded the store to encompass three adjoining properties. The building is now the site of The Nevermore Haunt. The Benesch store served the community of Old Town, a diverse neighborhood that included many Germans, Jews, and African Americans. The Benesch family was also active in the movement to desegregate the city. In 1889, Isaac's sons were made partners in the business, and I. Benesch & Sons grew to become one of the most prominent department stores in East Baltimore.]
This trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman, a dry goods merchant located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is die-cut in the shape of a flower vase. The front of the card is a simple design with the business name and address. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman, a dry goods merchant located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card is a die-cut fan with roses in the fan. The back of the card has a full advertisement, including the address. This is one of three cards with the same design, but each card has different features on the front of the card.
This die-cut trade card advertises Jacob G. Altman's dry goods store, located at 507 1/2 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card is shaped like a flower vase, suggesting that Altman sold fabrics and supplies for home decorating or sewing. The card is printed on thick paper and has a reddish brown background. The name “Jacob G. Altman” is printed in large, bold letters and is surrounded by a decorative border. Below the name is a smaller message, “507 1/2 West Baltimore Street.” The back of the card is blank. [Jacob G. Altman was a Jewish merchant who owned a dry goods store in Baltimore, Maryland. He likely sold a variety of goods, including fabrics, sewing supplies, and other household items.]
This trade card, printed in the late 19th century, advertises Joseph Scherer, a furniture dealer and dry goods merchant, who operated in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a girl dressed in a pink dress with her hand around a dog's head. The back of the card provides additional business information. The store's multiple addresses are listed as 149 & 151 South Broadway, as well as 85 South Broadway.
This trade card advertises L. Blumberg's secondhand clothing business located at 921 Lombard Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card has a red border and a small illustration of a man in a vest and bowtie leaning on a table with a clothing display. The business name and address are printed in bold letters. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises L. Krauss, a hat and fur dealer located at 725 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a cartoon illustration of a man with a large head and wearing a green vest and a slacks that match the color of his head. He has a tomato on his head. The front of the card instructs customers to look for the large bear in the doorway. The back of the card has a full advertisement for the business, which includes a description of the hats and furs that L. Krauss sells. [Leopold Krauss immigrated to the United States in 1863 and was part of a Jewish family.]
This trade card, printed on bookmark paper, advertises M. Lieblich & Co., a retailer of silks, dress goods, and hosiery at 148 Lexington Street, Baltimore. The card features a simple design with the business name prominently displayed at the top. The front of the card is a brown tone, with a black border, and features a slightly faded red circle around the business's name. The back is blank. The card has been folded in half and may be folded again. It has been re-folded since it was originally printed.
This trade card advertises M. Rosenthal & Sons, a business specializing in baby carriages and refrigerators. The card features a simple design with a basket of roses in the center. It measures 4 1/2 by 3 inches. The business was established 38 years before 1885, meaning it was founded in 1847. [Thomson's mercantile and professional directory from 1851 lists Levi Rosenthal at 30 Pennsylvania Avenue in Baltimore.]
This trade card advertises the dry goods business of Mrs. S. Hartz, located at 1119 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a simple black and white design, featuring decorative floral patterns and a ribbon across the top. The text at the bottom reads, '1119 W. Baltimore Street.' The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises N. Lowenthal, a ladies' and children's outfitter located at the corner of Baltimore and Schroeder Streets. [This location was likely in Baltimore, Maryland.] The front of the card features a woman's hand holding a basket of flowers. The illustration is in a floral motif. The flowers are pink and white. The card is printed in a bright, eye-catching yellow. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business.
This trade card advertises N. Lowenthal's shoe store, located at the corner of Schroeder and Baltimore Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a boy playing tennis. The back of the card includes a full advertisement for the business. The card is likely from the 1880s.
This trade card advertises R. Goodman, a clothier located at 701 W. Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features an advertisement for $1.00 pants. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises R. M. Jonas, a retailer of boys' and children's clothing. The card features the store's name in large, bold print and indicates the store's location at the northwest corner of Howard and Lexington Streets in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises Rosenfeld Bros. located on the corner of Baltimore Street and Market Space in Baltimore, Maryland. The card features a young boy in a police uniform standing with two young Black children. The card is predominantly green and copper in color. The back of the card is blank. The trade card likely functioned as a promotional tool for the company, though it is unclear what type of goods or services the company sold.
This trade card advertises S. Katzenberg, a boot and shoe dealer located at 463 N. Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card depicts a young boy in a uniform playing a drum. He is wearing a red hat and red epaulettes, adding a festive touch to the scene. The text “Boots, Shoes, Slippers” is prominently displayed on the front of the card. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for S. Katzenberg's business.
This trade card advertises S. Rosenblatt's Clothing House located at 309 N. Gay Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a young boy holding flowers. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the store.
This trade card advertises S. Rosenthal & Co., a clothing store located at 58 Lexington Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a delicate blue flower arrangement in a seashell. The back of the card is blank.
This trade card advertises S. Wasserman, a dry goods merchant located at 49 North Howard Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The card features the business's name and address at the top, with 'Specialties: Alpaca & Mourning Goods' printed below. The card has a black and white aesthetic. The card appears to be printed on both sides, but the back is not visible in this scan.
This trade card advertises Schenthal and Grunebaum, a clothing store located at 270 West Baltimore Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a dog and a bird perched on a branch adorned with leaves and flowers. The back of the card lists the names Schenthal and Grunebaum, confirming that the business was a clothing store. The card is likely from the late 19th century.
The front of the card, printed on blue card stock, advertises the business of Simon Cohen & Son located at 185 North Gay Street in Baltimore, Maryland. The back of the card is blank. The front of the card features the business name and address in a simple, rectangular layout. The card is printed in black ink on blue card stock.
This trade card advertises Straus', a dry goods and furniture store in Baltimore, Maryland. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children playing in a large barrel filled with colorful flowers. The address is listed as 101, 103, 1117 & 119 N. Howard Street. The card notes that the back of the card contains a “grand opening” advertisement. The card has slight damage to the top right corner. The back of the card is not included in the digital copy.