Subject: Easton (Pa.)

This is a program from a performance at Able's Opera House in Easton, Pennsylvania, on January 7, 1887. The main performance was 'Jephthah and His Daughter.' The program also includes numerous advertisements for local businesses. Isaac Goldberg (or Goldsmith) is listed on the program.

Set of five trade cards advertising Joseph Freeman, a fashionable merchant tailor located at 306 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. Each card features a black and white portrait of a different actress. The cards are undated but are estimated to date from circa 1885. The cards indicate that Freeman was a member of Temple in 1880. The collection includes cards featuring Louise Marie, Lillian Conway, Adelaide Neilson, Clara Morris and Mrs. John Wood.

Three comical trade cards advertising Rosenfelt Bros., clothiers, located in Easton, Pennsylvania. The cards depict men being fitted for clothing. The cards are undated, but are estimated to be circa 1885. These are part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

Trade card advertising Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The card features an illustration of children on a sled, and the phrase "Clear the Track." It is estimated to be from circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods located at 144 Northampton St., Easton, PA. The front of the card features a lively illustration of an "Ice Boat Regatta." The scene is depicted with a wintery landscape and ice boats speeding across the frozen water. The image suggests a winter sporting event popular in the area and serves as an eye-catching element to draw attention to the business's advertisement. The text on the card clearly states the name of the business and its address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Charles Bornstein's Clothing Bazaar and Gentlemen's Furnishing Goods, located at 144 Northampton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of men ice skating, possibly meant to evoke a sense of winter or leisure. The text on the card clearly states the business name, goods sold, and the street address. The words "First Attempt" are also visible, possibly indicating an early design or printing attempt. The back of the card is blank. There is a second image in this record but it is not described.

This trade card advertises Hirshfield's, a clothing store in Easton, Pennsylvania, offering "Cheapest Clothing for Men and Boys." The front of the card showcases a comical black silhouette illustration, possibly depicting a scene titled "How Aunt Fussey Travels." The illustration's style suggests a humorous and lighthearted approach to advertising, aiming to attract customers with its eye-catching design. The text 'Next door to Tiger Hall' is also visible, providing a local landmark for customers to easily locate the store. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Hirshfield's in Easton, Pennsylvania, features a charming illustration of children and a donkey at the beach. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of fun and family, suggesting that Hirshfield's offered goods suitable for children. The style of the illustration is consistent with late 19th-century imagery. Below the image, the text proclaims "Hirshfields...Cheapest in Easton." This suggests a focus on low prices and affordability. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card for Jonas Levy's New York Clothing Co., located at 144 (handwritten correction from 116) Northampton Street, Easton, Pennsylvania. The card depicts a boy sailing a toy boat. The card is undated, but the donor suggested a date around 1895. The card is part of the Judaica Americana collection.

This trade card advertises Kaufmann & Goldsmith, clothiers located at 843 Hamilton Street in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a striking image with multiple elements. A prominent illustration shows a Chinese man sitting atop a box or crate, seemingly associated with the advertisement. In the foreground, two boys are standing in front of a sign advertising a "Great Moral Exhibition." This suggests the card may have been distributed during or in conjunction with a community event. The back of the card is blank. A second image shows more text and potentially more imagery related to the advertisement.

This trade card advertises L. Goldberg & Co., a clothing store located at 12 Centre Square in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of lilies. The text on the card proclaims the business as the "Largest Clothing House in Easton." The back of the card is blank. [Additional information about the business or the Goldbergs is not available].

This record contains two trade cards advertising Hersfield's Clothing store in Easton, Pennsylvania. The front of the first card depicts a comical scene of men enthusiastically eating. The text on the card indicates the store's location: "Next door to Tiger Hall, Easton, Pa." The back of this card is blank. The second card's imagery and text are NOT ENOUGH INFO.