Subject: Food industry and trade

Color postcard depicting a Jewish store in the Jewish Quarter of New York City. Part of the U.S. Series 109/4. Published circa 1904.

Printed advertisement for Fleischmann & Co. yeast on yellow cardboard. The advertisement features a mirror. Circa 1890.

Advertisement for Marvel Flour. Dated May 11, 1903. The advertisement is part of a collection of financial records, suggesting it may have been included in business accounts or related materials. Geographic location is implied as New York, based on coordinates provided in the metadata.

An envelope advertising M. Oesterreicher's manufacturing and dealing of Mazos (Matzah) and all kinds of confectionery. The envelope features a major graphic of two men making Mazos on a new machine. The Hebrew words for "Mazos" and "Kosher" are prominently displayed. The address 786 South Halsted Street, Chicago, Illinois is printed on the envelope. The donor describes this as "The finest piece of 19th century American Jewish advertising in existence." The broadside measures 8" x 10".

White metal store token (27mm) for Apollo Gardens, located at 576 Washington Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The token features Apollo's head in a wreath on the obverse and the text "APOLLO GARDENS 576 WASHINGTON STREET GOOD FOR 6 CENTS..HESS & SPEIDEL" on the reverse. The token dates to the Civil War era (circa 1863).

Invoice from Charles Lehman, a commission merchant, dealer in groceries, wines, liquors, tobacco, hardware, grain, farmers' produce, etc., located at No. 70 Main Street in Helena, Montana Territory. Dated September 1, 1873. The invoice lists two items, likely purchased by A. J. Davis, a sheriff at the time. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and includes a decorative motif in the top right corner.

Invoice from E. Lobenstein, dealer in groceries, clothing, fruits, eggs, vegetables, confectionary, nuts, etc., located at Jordan Street, next door to Brigham & Weeks in Silver City, Idaho. The bill is dated June 30, 1869. The transaction was likely for a purchase of groceries by Oveibie Heinig & Co. The total amount on the invoice is $7.53. The billhead includes a printed header, ornate lettering, and a vignette illustration of a mining scene.

Billhead from Edmund Marks & Co., wholesale grocers located at 225 & 227 Front Street, corner of Sacramento, San Francisco. Dated June 19, 1867. The bill was issued to Mr. S. Adams and includes a revenue stamp. The billhead includes a printed header, an invoice table, and a note specifying the business’s terms of payment.

A billhead of Edward Seeligson, dealer in dry goods, groceries, and general merchandise, located in Goliad, Texas. The billhead is dated October 3, 1874, and is made out to W. A. Jackson, guardian of Lucy Berryman. The billhead contains a detailed list of items purchased, with quantities, prices, and dates of purchase, including 2 balls knitting thread, 1 breakfast shell, 3 pair hoots, 1 pair shoes, 1 belt, 1 copy book, 7 yds calico, 1 yd batten, 1 box pencils, 1 bot dommels, 7 yds ruffles, 7 yds calico, and 1 dress hat.

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.

Statement of account from Fleischmann & Co., dated August 31, 1893, sent to Morton & Tilson. The bill displays a balance of 624 dollars for 31 days of 'Yeast Rent' in the month of August. The billhead was printed on a form with ruled columns for tracking payments.

A billhead, likely an invoice, from J. Glassman, a wholesale and retail dealer in provisions, groceries, liquors, grain, flour, and other goods in Georgetown, California. The business operated out of a “Fire-Proof Brick Building” on Main Street. The billhead lists a variety of items purchased by Mr. Drillon, possibly for a mining operation, such as rice, flour, coffee, tea, sugar, and various other goods. The billhead is dated July 16, 1867. The billhead has a framed header section, ornate lettering, and includes handwritten details of the transactions and a final total of the bill. The billhead is in excellent condition.

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.

Billhead from James Levy & Bro., Proprietors of the Richwood Distillery Co., located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated May 25, 1886. The bill lists a purchase of 10 bbls. whisky by S. R. Buford & Co., Virginia City, Montana. The billhead features a central illustration of the company logo, a gold medal, and a detailed inscription outlining the company’s gold medal win at the New Orleans Exposition in 1885. The billhead also displays ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Billhead for Joseph A. Dreyfous, Wholesale Grocer and Commission Merchant located at No. 261 Washington Street, New York. Dated June 17, 1862. The bill is for goods purchased by A. Smith & Son. The billhead features an ornate header section.

A billhead from Koshland Bros., Commission Merchants, located at 180, Corner Front & Main Streets, Portland, Oregon. Dated October 31, 1873. The billhead notes that Koshland Bros. pays the highest cash price for wool, hides, and furs. It is likely a record of a transaction with the Bank of British Columbia. The billhead includes a decorative border and a company name in a script font.

Invoice from L. Fleischner & Co., wholesale and retail dealers in groceries, wines and liquors, hardware, iron and steel, bolts, clothing, and general merchandise, located in Silver City, Idaho Territory. Dated November 1, 1870. The bill lists a purchase of 10 flasks of quicksilver from J.T. Cassell. The billhead is printed on ruled paper. It features a small logo of a boy standing at a table, an ornate script for the company name, and the original name J. Huelat & Co. crossed out and L. Fleischner & Co. handwritten above it. The billhead also includes a line for “Particular Attention Paid to Orders.”

Invoice from Louis Rosenstein & Co. to George Blanchard & Co. for the purchase of bird food. The billhead lists the quantity and price for a purchase of 25 cases of bird food. The transaction took place on August 22, 1881 in New York, NY and included a shipping cost of $5. The billhead features an ornate header section with the name of the business and their services, an Excelsior Bird Food logo, and a hand-drawn bird cage. The business was located at Nos. 317 and 319 Greenwich St., New York, NY.

This billhead from Mayer, Levy & Co., cotton factors, wholesale grocers and commission merchants, located in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Dated December 18, 1888. The bill is addressed to E. W. Terry in Glenwood, Missouri. The bill contains several line entries for purchases made by E. W. Terry. This document shows a balance due to Mayer, Levy & Co. for their services. The billhead has a printed header and a handwritten text throughout.

Invoice from P. D. Code & Co., manufacturers of Jams, Jellies, Pickles, Preserves, Ketchups, Sauces, and Canned Goods of Every Description, located at 616 & 618 Front Street, San Francisco. Dated May 5, 1873. The bill lists items purchased by C. J. King, likely for a restaurant or grocery store, and includes itemized lists, prices, and total amount due. The billhead features a framed header section with an elegant and ornate script for the business name, along with the details of business operations: Manufacturing at 621 & 623 Front Street and Packing at 117, 119 & 121 Clark Street. There is also a handwritten notation of “Elfelt” below the printed “Code” business name.

Invoice from P. Merseles & Co., commission dealers, located at 122 West Street, foot of Dey Street, New York City, dated July 13, 1869. The bill was purchased by J.M. Hackett and contains the following items: 1,000 bushels of corn for $38.35, with $0.50 for carting, for a total amount of $38.85. The billhead includes a handwritten notation in purple ink, indicating payment was made. The billhead has a decorative, simple format with a standard print format, which uses a ruled grid layout. The company name is printed in a bold black font, and the address is printed in a standard black font. The transaction details are written in handwritten purple ink.

Invoice from S. L. Holzman & Bro., importers of California and Oregon fruits, cigars, notions, stationery, ammunition, and pistols, located on Main Street in Helena, Montana. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. It appears to include details of a transaction on December 1, 1873 for a buyer identified as Davis & Wallace.

Bill from S. L. Holzman & Bro., importers of California and Oregon fruits, located on Main Street, Helena, Montana. Dated September 21, 1873. The bill is for 37½ lbs. of fruit, with a price of 75 cents per lb., and a total of $28.12. The billhead lists the business as also selling cigars, notions, stationery, ammunition, and pistols. The bill was purchased by McKnight & Co. and appears to be a record of a completed transaction.

Billhead from Teichmann & Co., Flour and General Commission Merchants, located at No. 206 South Main Street, between Elm & Myrtle, Saint Louis, Missouri. Dated September 2, 1871. The billhead lists a purchase of an item(s) from the business by H. Curwendel. The amount of the transaction, $7.95, is listed on the billhead. The billhead features a detailed company logo in the upper left corner, including decorative flour barrels and sacks, with the printed text 'TERMS CASH'.

This archival item consists of a billhead and a postal envelope from Louis Saroni & Co., a confectionery company located at 118 & 120 Davis Street in San Francisco, California. The billhead and envelope are dated January 18, 1887, and were addressed to C. Augustine in San Andreas, California. The company, initially known as the Pacific Coast Candy Co., was founded by Louis Saroni and was among the first on the West Coast to utilize steam-powered confectionery production. The records reflect the business activities of Louis Saroni & Co., which succeeded Hirschfeld & Saroni. David Hirschfeld and Louis Saroni were both German Jewish immigrants.

Billhead from B. Feldman & Co., located at 350 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated March 23, 1888, and includes the names of Feldmann, B. and Teskey, R. It is printed on lithographed stationery.

Billhead from G. Seeligson & Co., located at 24th and Mechanic Streets in Galveston, Texas. The billhead is dated February 11, 1885. It is printed on a piece of paper with the company name and address at the top.

Billhead from Glaser, Kohn & Co., manufacturers and packers of grocer shelf goods, located at 24 & 26 Michigan Ave., Chicago, Illinois. The billhead is dated October 11, 1886, and also mentions Weaver & Shulze.

Billhead of J. E. Oppenheimer, Jobber of Produce, Fruits, and Cigars, located at 67, 69, 71 West Park Street, Butte, Montana. The billhead features a graphic illustration of the store and includes the locations of the office, salesroom, warehouse, and cold storage on N.P. & U.P. tracks. Dated June 11, 1898.

Billhead from the firm Katz & Driesner in Austin, Minnesota, dated April 16, 1875. The billhead indicates a payment note.

Billhead from M. G. Cohn, a jobber of produce, fruits, and cigars, located at 54 & 56 West Park, Butte, Montana. The billhead is dated March 1, 1892.

Billhead from Olcovich Bros., a general store in Carson City, Nevada, dated December 31, 1890. The billhead lists groceries, boots, shoes, and blankets among their merchandise. Olcovich Bros. was a prominent Jewish-owned business in Carson City.

Billhead from Weil Brothers, general merchants in Demopolis, Alabama, dated January 6, 1880. The billhead features the company's name and location. The image shows a printed form likely used for recording business transactions.

Two billheads from Jacob Adler & Co., a Baltimore-based mercantile firm. One billhead, dated March 1, 1884, and the other dated February 21, 1884, were printed on pink paper. The billheads advertise "CONSIGNMENTS OF FRUITS, FURS, FEATHERS AND PRODUCE GENERALLY" and list the firm's addresses as 54 S. Howard Street and 288 and 290 W. Pratt Street. Jacob Adler and his brother-in-law Herman Cone were partners in Jonesborough, Tennessee in the early 1850s, moving to Baltimore in the early 1870s. Additional business information is from March 1, 1878.

This business card advertises B. Feldmann & Co., grocers, located at 350 King Street in Charleston, South Carolina. The front of the card is simple and features the business name, type of business, and address printed neatly. The card appears to be a standard business card format, small and rectangular. The image shows text only; no illustrations or decorative elements are present. The back of the card is blank.

This is a simple, straight business card for S. D. Cassel, advertising "Choice Meats & Provisions," with shad in season as a specialty, as well as butter, eggs, and poultry. The card displays the business's address as 4615 Main Street, Germantown. The text is straightforward and printed in a simple font, suggesting a focus on conveying the business information efficiently. The back of the card is blank.

A business letter written by Isidor Bush of Isidor Bush & Co. in St. Louis, Missouri, on February 4, 1874, to C.D. Champlin. The letter mentions a large lithograph of Bush's store located at the southeast corner of 4th and Elm Streets in St. Louis. The letter also references Bush's role as a leader in the St. Louis Jewish community and his involvement with the founding of the first Jewish weekly newspaper in New York City in 1849.

A commercial letter written by Isidore Bush & Co. of St. Louis, Missouri, to C. D. Champlin in Hammondsport, New York, on March 30, 1872. The letter discusses the company's lithographic services and is indicative of business practices of the time. The letterhead features the company's address and details.

A one and a half page letter, likely written circa 1840, containing business instructions. The letter, possibly from Fred Tobias (London) to Henry Tobias in New York City, details the purchase of 200 bushels of apples and the collection of a debt. It also mentions Charles Tobias leaving the city. The letter's content suggests commercial activities within the food industry and trade.

Partly printed and partly handwritten court document from January 16, 1790, concerning a violation of the public peace by Moses Levey, a chocolate maker, and William Lowerie, a carpenter, in New York City. The document, signed by Alderman Isaac Stoutenburgh, details fines levied against Levey and Lowerie and orders them to maintain civil behavior. The document measures 8" x 12.875" and is in fine to very fine condition.

Single sheet ledger-form document, folded in two, used in a court case. Relates to the distillery business of Jacob Hart, son of Michael Hart, one of the founders of Eaton, Pennsylvania. The document is undated, but cross-references suggest a date around 1805. Includes references to other entries (#196, #368, #370).

Trade card advertising Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The card depicts a child carrying another child piggyback. The image suggests a family-friendly or wholesome association with the product. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253-259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card depicts two fashionably dressed little girls. The date is circa 1885.

This 12-page pamphlet from Fleischmann & Co. features twelve jingles, each accompanied by an illustration. The jingles are advertisements for Fleischmann's yeast, highlighting its uses and benefits. The covers also contain advertising material. This suggests the pamphlet was intended for distribution as a promotional item to consumers.

Glass food oil bottle manufactured by I. Rokeach & Sons Inc. in Brooklyn, NY. The bottle features a molded Star of David and crown, along with the company's name and the inscription "OIL REFINERS". It is a two-part mold. Circa 1890.

A broadside advertising the wholesale grocery business of Guggenheimer & Co., located at 22 Commerce Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The broadside details prices for various goods, including roots, furs, poultry, and butter, and is dated January 22, 1881.

Cardboard sign advertising Hershel's King Size Corned Beef in New York City. Printed in blue and red, the sign reads: "IF YOU'RE NOT FAMISHED or STARVING YOU'LL NEVER FINISH OUR KING SIZE HERSHEL'S OF NEW YORK CORNED BEEF." The sign dates from 1950.

This four-page price list catalogue from I. Ulman & Sons, a Baltimore-based business, is dated circa 1885. It details the prices and descriptions of food products sold by the company and features a lithograph of their store at 310 Light Street. The catalogue provides a detailed inventory of groceries and provisions, likely targeting both retail customers and perhaps wholesale buyers.

This four-page catalogue from I. Ulman & Sons, located at 310 Light Street in Baltimore, Maryland, offers a detailed price list of their goods. A lithograph of the store is featured on the catalogue. The catalogue likely details the various food items sold by the company. The date is circa 1885 based on the information available.

Lithographed invitation to a dinner of the Buyers Exchange, a group of banks involved in the export of California goods, held at the Maison Doree in San Francisco on February 8, 1882. The invitation features a cartoon depicting canning company owners and alludes to a disagreement about the price of peaches that year. Printed by M. Schmidt Co., San Francisco.

Aluminum trade token issued by J. Moskovits, located at the corner of Locust and Sycamore Streets in Lancaster, Ohio. The token is valued at 5 cents and features an image of a buffalo. While undated, it is estimated to date from around 1910 based on stylistic features and context.

Autograph letter, double-signed by Aaron Lopez and John Hyer, dated circa 1770. Lopez instructs Hyer to sell "Jew beef tongues" in Kingston, Jamaica, and to purchase molasses. The letter also mentions Captain Wright and potential war with Spain. It reveals the extensive reach of Lopez's business network, including contacts in the Falkland Islands, West Indies, Madeira, Lisbon, Gibraltar, Cadiz, and Barbados.

A business letter dated February 1, 1889, from Holritz & Anderson, general merchandise merchants in Sims, Dakota Territory (present-day North Dakota), to Weinstein/Lehman, likely in Helena, Montana Territory. The letter inquires about a merchant in Helena who deals in eggs and butter, suggesting an existing trade relationship and the recent opening of a store in Helena by Holritz & Anderson.

A commercial letter written by M. Levy of M. Levy Confectioneries, Fruits, Bakery, and Manufactory in Aberdeen, Mississippi, to Bungauer & Weil on March 21, 1877. The letter expresses complaint about the non-receipt of goods. The letter is handwritten and signed.

A one and one-quarter page stampless letter written by Michael Nesbit in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Tobias I. Tobias in New York, New York on April 25, 1835. The letter details a business transaction concerning port, bottles, and cloth.

A commercial letter from S. & F. Uhlmann to George E. Junacliff in Cooperstown, New York, dated August 13, 1890. The letter is contained within an envelope that features advertising. The letter itself contains a full advertisement.

A commercial letter dated January 9, 1877, from Sol. Wangenheim & Co., purveyors of hermetically sealed goods at 118, 120, and 122 Davis Street in San Francisco, California, to R. Cohen. The letter details a list of products, prices, and discounts. The letterhead mentions the Union Preserve Factory, established in 1859.

Lithograph advertisement for Breakstone's Best Butter, manufactured under the supervision of Rabbi Liber Cohen. The advertisement indicates the company's address as 518 W. 179th Street. The advertisement depicts butter and cream cheese. The date is estimated based on contextual information as 1940.

Miniature crock advertising Louis Wittenberg's Wein-Sent. Packed by Phila. Pickling Co. Undated. Found in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Miniature jug made of red ware. The inscription "Compliments of Hirsch Bros. & Co...Mfg's of Cider & Vinegar" is scratched into the jug. David Hirsch established Hirsch's Cider and Vinegar Works in 1881; it later became Paramount Foods and remained a family business for over 100 years. Circa 1890s.

Miniature redware jug advertising Hirsch Bros. & Co., manufacturers of cider and vinegar in Louisville, Kentucky. The jug is inscribed with "Compliments of Hirsch Bros. & Co...Mfg's of Cider & Vinegar." Circa 1890s.

A painted tin sign advertising Fleischmann Yeast. The sign includes text in both English and Yiddish, featuring striking graphics. The date of creation is unknown but is estimated to be around 1900.

A stoneware port wine jug, bearing the name "Salzman & Siegelman" and likely used in their business. The jug is undated but likely dates to the 1890s, based on stylistic features and the context of the business's operation in Brooklyn, New York.

A port wine jug with the inscription 'Salzman & Siegelman' from Brooklyn, New York. The jug dates to circa 1890s.

A three-page illustrated broadside and envelope, dated September 23, 1875, advertising the prices of sugar, coffee, fruits, and molasses offered by Aaron A. Colter & Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio. Prices are handwritten on the printed broadside. The company's address is listed as the Northwest Corner of 6th and Main Streets, Cincinnati, Ohio.

A receipt documenting the sale of two bushels of apples from Clark & Smith to H. & C. Tobias in New York City on March 19, 1841. The receipt measures 7" x 4.25".

Receipt documenting the sale of a chest of Bokea tea from Isaac Moses to Samuel Gilford on January 27, 1794, in New York, New York. The receipt may be in the hand of Isaac Moses.

Receipt signed by Abraham Hart for Jacob Hart & Co. of Easton, Pennsylvania, acknowledging payment of $7.50 from John Ewing for a barrel of superfine flour on January 22, 1810. Jacob and Abraham Hart were sons of Michael Hart, an early Jewish settler in Easton.

Receipt issued on March 13, 1821 in New York City from D. R. N. Sutherland to Mr. Tobias for six loaves of sugar and ten boxes of sperm candles. The receipt measures 8" x 3".

A receipt documenting a transaction for sugar from J. E. Sutherland to Mr. Tobias in New York City, dated November 28, 1840. The receipt measures 8" x 3.5".

Shipping tag addressed to Max Lerner at 312 Harrison Street, New York, New York. The tag is undated but likely dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, given the style and the address. The tag is part of a larger collection of Judaica Americana.

This trade card advertises A. B. Springsteen, a grocery and provision merchant located at 447 East Broadway, Albany, New York. [This card was at the Library of Congress exhibit in Cincinnati in 2005.] The card features a girl dressed in white, a girl dressed in yellow, and a girl dressed in red, all holding jars of preserved fruit or pickles. [These are likely images of Lucca's Italian preserved fruit, one of the major brands A.B. Springsteen carried.] The card has a blue border.

This trade card for A. Blum, located at 49 Broadway and 105 New Church Street, New York City, features a red border and a white background. On the front of the card, the business name appears at the top, and the two addresses are listed below. The card also lists 'Importer' and 'Wholesale & Retail', which suggests that A. Blum was involved in wholesale and retail food sales and imported goods. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Clifford & Co., a poultry dealer located at 205 Commercial Street, Boston. The front of the card features a large, colorful lithograph of a chicken. Text on the card states that farmers should bring their chickens to the company for various Jewish holidays and lists the dates of these holidays. The back of the card is blank. The first card in this record has text written in an ornate script, while the second card, which is a duplicate, has more block lettering. Both cards are in English.

This trade card advertises the business of A. D. Gittelson, jobbers of Russian and Turkish cigarettes and tobacco. Gittelson also sold teas, coffees, and spices. The card provides two addresses for the business: 384 Perry Street and 588 Woodland Avenue. The card also includes the phone number C.3080.R. The card is printed in black ink on white paper. There are no images on the card, which appears to be a simple text-based trade card.

This trade card advertises A. H. Berger, a grocer in Alburtis, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a house and well in a snowy landscape. The back of the card is full of advertising text and features a decorative design with flowers. The back of the card also advertises the same business as the front of the card.

This trade card advertises A. Kahn's Meat Market located at 37 First Avenue, near 2nd Street, New York. The front of the card features a cherub holding a weapon on a stick fence in a carrot patch. A building with a large archway can be seen in the distance. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for A. L. Isaac's, a grocery store located at the corner of 28th Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, features a prominent red rose design. The image likely represents the store's name and the quality of its products. The card is likely from around 1885 and is printed in English. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises A. Menkhoff's Candy Depot, located at 513 Eighth Avenue between 35th and 36th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a simple illustration of a young boy reaching into a box of candy while his mother leads him away. The illustration appears to be based on a black-and-white drawing or engraving, creating a somewhat whimsical feel. The image is framed by a simple border, and the text is clear and easily legible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises B. Cohen, a wholesale and retail dealer in fresh and salt water fish located at 2 and 4 Ludlow Street, NYC. The card is actually a two-sided order form, featuring the business of P. Coleman & Co. of Constantia, NY on the first side. P. Coleman & Co. sold pike, perch, and eels from Lake Erie. The reverse side of the card features B. Cohen's business information. The front of the card has a handwritten order on it.

This trade card advertises B. Sunfield & Co.'s grocery store located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The front of the card features a riddle or puzzle with an image of an old man hidden in a forest with animals. The back of the card has a full advertisement with prices listed. The card states the business 'speaks German and French.'

This trade card advertises Baum & Brandes, grocers located at 145 First Street, Portland, Oregon. The card features an illustration of a stylishly dressed girl in a red hat holding a pink rose and an umbrella. The image has a red border around the outer edge of the card, and the text and graphics are printed in black ink on a white background. The reverse of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Begloff Fish Co., Inc., a wholesale fish dealer located at 28 Peck Slip in New York City. The front of the card features the company's name and a description of its business. The back of the card provides instructions for shipping.

This black and white trade card advertises C. Westenfeld, located at 120 Calhoun Street. The front of the card features two clowns balancing a tube with the advertisement on it. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cahn's Celebrated Cincinnati Candies, located at 161 West Fourth Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features an illustration of two girls enjoying themselves in a park setting. One of the girls sits on a bench while the other looks over her shoulder. There are trees and foliage in the background, creating a serene atmosphere. The card features a decorative border. This card was featured in an exhibit at the Library of Congress in 2005. The back of the card is blank.

The trade card is designed with a sepia-toned illustration of a baby's head resting on a pillow. The card appears to be one of a set of three. The front of the card features a black and white sepia-toned image. The back of the card is blank.

This sepia-toned trade card advertises Cohen Bros. in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a young girl in a blue and white dress wearing a bonnet with a plaid sash. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a depiction of a nightingale, a bird known for its beautiful singing. The illustration is in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card for Cohen Bros., located in Gloversville, New York, features a young woman wearing a large bow in her hair. The card is visually centered on her face, which is the main subject. The woman is standing in the front of the card and her body is facing forward, though she is looking towards the left. The background of the card depicts a stylized flower with a red, orange, and green color scheme. The woman has a spaniel in her arms, and her eyes resemble the dog's, adding a playful and slightly humorous element to the scene. There are two more trade cards in this record, but they are not described here.

This trade card advertises Cohen Bros., a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a woman wearing a blue plaid dress. She has a dog-like creature beside her. The illustration has a humorous, almost whimsical style, creating a lighthearted atmosphere for the advertisement. The back of the card is blank.

This die-cut trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a grocery store in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features the text “Cohen Brothers - Big Grocery - Gloversville, NY” in bold, black lettering. The lettering is in a stylized font, and the words “Cohen Brothers” and “Big Grocery” are separated by a vertical line. The card is printed on white paper stock and the back is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card depicts a large image of a thrush bird, possibly a symbol of the business or a product they sold. The background of the card is plain white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business located in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a sepia-toned photograph of a baby wearing black clothing, with a finger in their mouth. This trade card is the third of a three-part set. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen Brothers, a business in Gloversville, New York. The front of the card features a cartoonish illustration of a boy in a green jacket and a dog that looks like him. They are both depicted in a comical pose with funny facial expressions. The image appears to be incomplete. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen, Steinkeller & Nathan, wholesale commission merchants of fruits and vegetables, in Chicago, Illinois. The card is printed in black and white, featuring a simple design with the company name, address, and services printed in a decorative font. The front of the card lists their address as 944 Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois. It also notes that they specialize in carload shipments. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand. The card features a photograph of a two-story building with a large storefront. It appears to be a corner store located on a busy street. Above the storefront is a sign that reads 'Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand'. The image is in black and white, and the lettering on the sign is faded. The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card for Cohn, Levy & Co. who were sole agents for Epicure Tea in Quincy, California. The front of the card features a comical boy eating bread with a pig. The verso of the card is blank.

The front of this trade card advertises David H. Solis, a Fancy Grocer located at 730 Arch Street, Philadelphia. It features a lively illustration of children inside a bakery, showcasing a variety of pastries and baked goods. The background shows a pastry shop with a wooden counter and shelves stacked with treats. The children are dressed in colorful outfits, including red, yellow, and blue. This creates a vibrant and inviting scene that emphasizes the quality and abundance of the products offered by Solis. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises David Wetzler's Meat Market located at 2292 First Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features an illustration of a man carrying books with a background image of a building. The text below the image notes that the market does not sell pork. The back of the card contains a more detailed advertisement.

This trade card advertises E. Rabenstein at 700 5th Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a pink rose surrounded by a delicate floral design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises E.A. Seegelken, a grocer located on the corner of Fourth and Wilson Streets in Santa Rosa, California. The front of the card features a black child holding a watermelon. A bug is flying nearby. The card is printed in black and white. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises F. Cohen, a grocer and provision dealer located at 15 Avenue C, corner of 2nd Street, New York City. The front of the card features an image of a fireman. [The card may have advertised a fire insurance policy in conjunction with the grocer and provision business.] The back of the card contains the business's address and a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises F. P. Kohen & Co., a grocery store located at 150 Beaver Avenue, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features an illustration of children playing with a sword. The reverse of the card features a list of all of the mayors of Allegheny City from its founding in 1840 through 1881. The back of the card also provides additional advertising information for F. P. Kohen & Co.

This trade card advertises Fernberger Bros., rye whiskey dealers located at 1230 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a black-and-white illustration of a man in a top hat sitting in a chair with a drink and a glass of water on a table. The card lists prices for rye whiskey and includes information about Fernberger Bros. [All the brothers were active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This is a trade card that advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a man and woman at the seashore. There is a recipe on the back of the card, but some of the text has been damaged. This card is one of three, and it is part of a national advertising campaign.

This is a national advertising trade card for Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features an illustration of Romeo and Juliet. The back of the card is blank. The card is circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co. The front of the card features a decorative arrangement of Easter lilies. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Fleischmann's Yeast, a product that was marketed as a healthy and convenient way to make bread at home.

This trade card for Fleischmann & Co. depicts a comical scene with a child swinging on a branch while another child cuts the branch with a pair of scissors, causing the branch to fall to the ground. There is text at the bottom of the card, but it is not clear what it says. The back of the card is not blank and features a full advertisement. The front of the card is likely the first image in the record, and the back is the second image in the record.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., a manufacturer of compressed yeast. The front of the card features an illustration by Ackert & Henckel Lith. depicting a boy scaring a woman with a fake rat as a clerk leans over the counter. The back of the card offers a recipe for white bread and information on how to secure a copy of the *Revised Presidential Cookbook*. The address 419 Plum Street, Cincinnati, OH, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers. The front of the card features an illustration of three children on a sled. The back of the card warns consumers to beware of imitations and counterfeit products. It also indicates that the card was issued in 1897.

This trade card, issued on January 1, 1899, advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers in New York City. The front of the card depicts a young woman wearing a red hat and matching sleeves, a gold dress, and sitting on a bench. A blue bird with a flower in its mouth flies above her. The background is a peach color. The back of the card features the company's advertising message.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., yeast manufacturers. The front of the card features an illustration of two children on a swing, with a cat watching them. The swing is depicted with a bright, orange seat, and the children are dressed in period clothing. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Fleischmann & Co. and its various yeast products.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., manufacturers of yeast. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a morning glory flower. The back of the card includes an advertisement and an offer to send in 50 yellow labels for something of value.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co., a yeast manufacturer, prominently featuring their label. The front of the card depicts a Gibson Girl with a parasol, possibly representing the lightness and airiness of their product. The card's back includes a warning against fake yeast products.

This trade card features a girl in a winter coat and hat, along with a muffler and purse. The back of the card has a full advertisement in German. The card has a brown border.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features an elaborate illustration of a bouquet of flowers and butterflies. The text “Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast” appears above the image. The background is a light blue color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features a comical illustration of two children interacting with a large loaf of bread. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a gate with roses and doves, representing peace and purity. The design is intricate and artistic, with a delicate use of color and shading. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a young boy serving tea at a table with a floral tablecloth. The boy is wearing a blue and white jacket, and he is carrying a teapot and a cup. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card, shaped like an envelope, advertises Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253-259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The card features the text “Compliments of Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery” and includes the name of the proprietor, C. Edelheim. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card is shaped like an envelope. It is a printed advertisement for Fleischmann's Vienna Model Bakery, located at 253 to 259 North Broad Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card depicts a birds nest. The back is blank. The proprietor of the business is C. Edelheim.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann's Yeast. The front of the card features a magician performing a trick. The back of the card has a recipe for making bread, with some damage. The card is part of a set of three cards.

This trade card advertises the grocery store of Frank J. Heilman, located at 86 East Main Street in Rochester, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children building a stick house. The illustration is in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises G. Seeligson & Co., a wholesale grocery and commission merchant company in Galveston, Texas. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of a young Swiss child, likely promoting the sale of Silver Spoon baking powder. The back of the card provides the business address: Corner 24th and Mechanic Streets, Seeligson's Buildings.

This trade card advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card features an illustration of two birds perched on a tree branch. The background is a simple, light blue design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast, selling for only 2 cents. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a man with his head through a hoop, with the phrase 'Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast Only 2 Cents' printed below the image.

This trade card advertises Geo. Haas & Sons, wholesale grocers in San Francisco, California. It features a charming illustration of a young woman in a brown dress and white cap, with flowers on the mirror-like border around the illustration. The card lists two addresses for the business: 810 Market Street, Phelan Building, and 986 Market Street, James Flood Building. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Glaser, Kohn & Co., a business located at 24 & 26 Michigan Ave. in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a boy wearing a bright pink hat and holding a red umbrella. The boy's smiling face appears mischievous. The background includes a decorative, ornate pattern that resembles the style of a wallpaper or fabric. The back of the card contains a poem.

This trade card advertises Gradwohl & Cohen, meat dealers. The front of the card features a lithograph of a sheep and a cow, highlighting the company's focus on high-quality beef, veal, and mutton. The card also mentions that the company's stall is located at No. 60 in the Washington Market. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed on glossy stock.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, dry goods merchants located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a winter scene with holly and other holiday decorations. The card is likely from the late 1800s, as the back is blank and the print quality reflects that era.

This trade card is a national advertisement for Acme Soap. The front of the card depicts a boy riding on a large cloud of soap. The back of the card features a full advertisement for H. & N. Weinheimer. The card lists three addresses for Weinheimer: 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street. The trade card advertises both dry goods and groceries.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, a dry goods and grocery store located at 76, 78, & 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a pastoral scene near a body of water with flowers. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. & N. Weinheimer, a dry goods merchant located at 76, 78, and 80 Butternut Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card features a stylized image of a girl holding a sheaf of wheat. The design is simple, with an emphasis on the text. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. Weinhagen, a pretzel baker located at 152 William Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a young boy and girl pulling a large pretzel. The image is likely intended to evoke a sense of childhood innocence and enjoyment, suggesting that Weinhagen's pretzels are perfect for children. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises H. M. Strauss & Co., fruit dealers located at 116-117 Sheriff Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The card features a large watermelon as its central image. The watermelon is depicted in full color, with a green rind and a red interior. The card also has a telephone number, 476, printed on the front. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Paradise Store, owned by J. Cohn in Stockton, California. The front of the card depicts a family enjoying a day in a park. They are watching boats on a body of water. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Lowenstein's Meat Market, located on South Orange Avenue in South Orange, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a mother and her two children standing outside the store. The scene is set against the backdrop of a brook, adding a touch of rural charm. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the store, which does not list pork among its products. This suggests that the store catered to a Jewish clientele. The card is printed in red and black.

This trade card advertises J. M. Wiedmann, a dealer in candy and nuts located at 419 K Street, Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a stylized illustration of a cat playing with a ball of yarn. Pink flowers are depicted around the cat, which sits on a red-colored platform. The word 'DEALER' is written in bold on the card, with 'IN CANDY AND NUTS' written beneath. There is also a decorative border around the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Romansky & Co., wholesale merchants in St. Louis, Missouri. The front of the card lists the types of products the company bought and sold, including feathers, beeswax, ginseng, hides, furs, wool, sheepskins, and country produce. The address of the business is listed as 11 S. Main Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises J. Schnurman, Son & Co., located at 713 Hamilton Street, Allentown, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a decorative design of roses. The card is bordered with a decorative, light-blue design. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Jacob Roth, a grocer and provision dealer located at 106 First Avenue, between 6th and 7th Streets in New York City. The front of the card features a large, steam-powered sailing ship. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business, including a list of goods and services offered. The card states that Roth is a supplier to steamboats, hotels, and families.

This trade card advertises Jos. Stiner & Co., importers and dealers in fine groceries, located at 663 Ninth Avenue, New York City. The card depicts a young girl standing on a beach with a view of a boat and a beach house in the distance. She wears a light-colored dress, holding a parasol. This card has a red border and a decorative pattern on the back.

This trade card advertises Jos. Stiner & Co., importers and wholesale dealers in confectionery, located at 663 Ninth Avenue, New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young boy standing on a beach with a bucket and shovel. The back of the card is blank. The card is printed in black and white.

This trade card advertises Julius Strassman, an importer and jobber of fancy groceries, located at 146 Reade Street and 12 Harrison Street, New York. The card features a simple design with the company's name and address prominently displayed. The image shows a full-page ad from the New York Times with the name and address of the business. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises K. Schuhmacher, a grocer located at 2012 Ridge Avenue in Philadelphia. The front of the card features a portrait of the owner, K. Schuhmacher, facing the viewer. The card also lists two additional locations in Philadelphia: Stalls 201/203 2nd. Ave. and 175/176 Oxford Street. The back of the card features several advertisements for other merchants.

This trade card for Kaufmann & Goldsmith, located at 843 Hamilton Street in Allentown, Pennsylvania, features a comical illustration of a boy riding a donkey on the seashore. The front of the card is printed with the name of the business and its address. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Goodman, a grocer located at 46 Centre Market in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a pastoral scene, possibly featuring a farmhouse and surrounding fields. The scene is depicted in muted green and brown tones, and the back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Kahn's Meat Market in New York City. The front features a decorative design of white and pink flowers in a sprig. The address is printed in a block. The back of the card describes the business, stating they offer a meat market and other food items, and free delivery. There is a separate address for a branch location.

This trade card advertises L. S. Mayer, a grocer located at 70 Morrison Street in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card features an illustration of a sister and brother sitting on a wall, perhaps outside a home. [Mayer's wife was active in Jewish affairs.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. S. Mayer, a wholesale grocer in Portland, Oregon. The front of the card depicts a group of birds perched on a telegraph wire. The image includes a blue sky and trees. The business address, 70 Morrison Street, is printed on the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises L. Schwarz, a manufacturing confectioner specializing in chocolate and bonbon novelties. The card features a colorful image showcasing various chocolates and sweets in an elaborate display. The card features a red border with a red and white stripe inside the border. There are two trade cards in this record. The first card in the record is the one described. The second card is in the same style and features the same logo but has a black border. Both cards are blank on the back.

This trade card for Lazarus & Stender, a wine and liquor store located at 2274 Third Avenue between 124th and 125th Streets in New York, features an illustration of children playing. The front of the card has a red and gold border. The image features children playing in a park-like setting. They are depicted in various poses and activities. There are two trees to the left and right of the children. The illustration captures the sense of joy and innocence associated with childhood. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Loewenstein Canning Company, located at 569-579 John Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card depicts two men riding a unicycle. The image is comical and eye-catching. The back of the card includes a full advertisement. The company phone number, 7479.2, is printed on the front of the card.

This trade card advertises the Loewenstein Canning Company, located at 569 to 675 John Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. The front of the card features a bird perched on a branch, surrounded by yellow flowers. The back of the card provides detailed information about the company, advertising them as packers of compressed corned beef, beef, lamb, and mutton.

This trade card advertises Louis Bock, a baker and confectioner located at 652 Sixth Avenue near 38th Street, New York. The front of the card features an illustration of two young girls in a domestic scene, reading a newspaper together. The illustration is rendered in a brown and white style, with a slight shading effect. The girls are dressed in period-appropriate attire, with large collars and long skirts. The illustration suggests a cozy and inviting setting, consistent with the homey nature of a bakery. The back of the card contains an ad.

This trade card advertises Louis Bock, a dealer in fine groceries located at 652 Sixth Avenue, New York. The front of the card depicts two children interacting with a mouse and a cat. The mouse is perched on a stack of books, while the cat sits on a pillow. The girl in the illustration is holding a doll. The back of the card has a full advertisement for a holiday sale. The card is likely from the 1880s.

This trade card advertises Louis Golder, a dry goods merchant located at the Northwest corner of Howard and Tenth Streets in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a simple image of a rose in a vase. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for Golder's business.

This trade card advertises Louis Seligman's Elite Bazaar in Visalia, California. The front of the card features a woman in a brown dress and pink sash, standing by a body of water. The back of the card is filled with text advertising the store. The card was displayed at the Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati as part of the American Jewish Archives (AJA) collection in 2005.

The trade card advertises M. Benjamin's, a grocer located at 199 Bowery, opposite Spring Street, in New York City. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a young girl holding a fan and a cat. The girl is adorned with a beautiful gown and her hair is styled in a fashionable way. The overall style of the illustration is evocative of the Victorian era, with delicate details and soft colors. The image is likely meant to appeal to customers seeking a stylish and high-quality grocery experience. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. H. Moses & Co., grocers located at 347 Grand Street, New York. The front of the card features a comical illustration of young boys in a band, playing musical instruments. Two of the boys are dressed in white outfits. There are three boys total. The card has a red border. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. H. Moses & Co., a meat market located at 208 East 120th Street, New York. The front of the card depicts a tranquil stream with a wagon parked near a tree. The back of the card features a more detailed advertisement for the business. The card is in a landscape orientation, with the stream and trees filling most of the image. The text is in black against a white background.

This trade card advertises M. L. Cohen, a dealer in all kinds of meats and poultry, located at 330 Penn Ave. in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a simple design and text, with the business name and address printed in a bold, black font. The back of the card is blank.

This double-sided trade card advertises M. Rosenfeld's cheese factory in Boston, Massachusetts. One side features a color illustration of a cheese factory, while the other side shows a football player and a woman in color. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the services of M. Steinberg, a supplier of essential oils, fruit extracts, and colorings for confectioners and soda water dealers. The front of the card features an ornate floral design. The business's name is prominently displayed at the top, followed by a description of the products offered and the address: 1687 Park Avenue, between 118th and 119th Streets, New York, NY.

This trade card advertises M. Wollstein & Co., a wholesale and retail liquor dealer located at 1068 & 1070 Union Avenue, Omaha, Nebraska. The front of the card is printed on coated white stock and features detailed illustrations of whiskey jugs. [The firm had a long history and operated in several cities. There is no reference to M. Wollstein on the card; however, Theodore Wollstein was active in the firm. M. may stand for his wife Mary.] The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Millerd & Hertzel, a business located at 312 Washington Street, New York. The front of the card has a glossy finish and the name of the business, along with the address, is written in cursive script, located on the left side. There is a banner with a border and a flourish in the corner of the banner, which is centered and written in a bold and clear typeface. The text is written on the front of the card. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Moritz Richter's restaurant and oyster house in New York, New York. The front of the card depicts a lavishly set table. A platter of clams, a bottle of wine, a loaf of bread, and plates are prominent features on the table. There is also a lobster on a plate, a vase of flowers, and a dark background. The back of the card is blank. This is one of three cards in this record.

This trade card advertises Moritz Richter, a wine and liquor dealer located in New York City. The front of the card features a still life with cherries, peaches, and grapes. A basket of fruit is on the table in the center of the image. A cooler full of wine bottles is depicted on the right side of the card. The card has a dark background. The back is blank.

This trade card advertises Mrs. H. Belser & Sons Bakery and Confectionery, located at the corner of Fifth and Western Row in Cincinnati, Ohio. The card features a lithograph of the business's building. The card is printed in black and white with some embellishments in red and blue.

This trade card advertises Myers, Weil & Co., a fruit and produce merchant located at 670 Broadway S.E., Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card features a lithograph of fruits, depicting a wide variety of colorful and enticing produce. The back of the card includes a photograph of the business owners. The card is printed on blue card stock.

This trade card advertises N. L. Rosenthal's dry goods store located at 21 John Street. The front of the card features a tender scene of a young boy kissing a girl's hand. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises the Paradise Store, owned by J. Cohn, in Stockton, California. The front of the card features an idyllic landscape with two figures standing on a rock overlooking a waterfall. A bridge with an underpass is also visible.

This trade card advertises Ph. Kohn, a grocer located at 632 Larrabee Street, corner of Centre, in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features a caricature of a group of Black people posing for a photograph under a large, brightly colored cloud. The image is humorous and satirical, using caricatures to depict Black people in a stereotypical manner. This is a common trope in American trade cards from this era, with both overtly racist and seemingly innocuous images portraying a dehumanized and comedic view of Black people. The card has a full advertisement on the back, which is not visible in the image.

This trade card advertises Phil. Cohen, a grocer, wine, and liquor merchant located at the corner of O'Farrel and Larkin Streets in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features the business's name and services, and the address is written below. The image features a small, simplified drawing of a building with a window. There is a line across the bottom of the card to add more information, but it appears to be blank. There is no writing on the back of the card.

This trade card advertises the general store of Phil. Fisher in St. Mary's, Pennsylvania. The front of the card lists the goods sold by Fisher: Canned goods, tobacco, cigars, nuts, foreign fruit, oysters, and ice cream. The back of the card features a cartoon of pigs.

This trade card advertises R.E. Rice, a grocer located in Madison, Connecticut. The card features an image of a fruit stand laden with a variety of fruits, including apples, grapes, oranges, and lemons. The front of the card is dominated by a large, colorful illustration of the fruit stand and a smaller image of R.E. Rice standing at the counter. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies. The card features a vibrant picnic scene with families enjoying various fish products. The scene includes a picnic basket, children playing, and a couple sharing a meal. There is a large tree in the background with a view of a lake. The front of the card features an illustrated image of a family picnicking. The back of the card is a full advertisement listing all the various types of Royal Brand fish delicacies.

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, located in New York City. The front of the card depicts a lively picnic scene where people are enjoying various fish delicacies. The back of the card features an advertisement for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, which lists several different varieties of fish. [Royal Brand Fish Delicacies was a product of the Union Fish Co. of Maine, the American Sardine Co., and the Frontier Packing Co.] The card includes a bold red border.

This trade card advertises Rosenstein Brothers, General Agents for Royal Brand Fish Delicacies, in New York City. The front of the card depicts a family enjoying a picnic with cans of sardines. The card appears to be printed in colors, with the family figures and the cans of sardines highlighted in red. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the company.

This trade card advertises S. Weiner, a wholesaler of liquor, wine, and cigars in Rondout, New York. The card is decorated with a comical image of a man in a striped shirt, carrying a large barrel on his back and wearing a large hat with a feather. The card states that Weiner's business is located at 161 & 163 Strand Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Scholes Brothers, a grocery store located at 281 First Ave, 370 Ninth Avenue, and 132 First Avenue in New York, New York. The front of the card features a woman in a blue dress and a floral headpiece. She looks at the viewer, holding a basket. The back of the card lists the grocery prices. Coffee is advertised at 20 cents per pound.

This trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at the corner of Lodi and Laurel Streets in Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a child on a cloud looking down at a winter scene. There are two figures in the background, likely in a sled, going down a hill. The card is printed in dark red and black.

This Easter-themed trade card advertises Schwarz Bro's, a dry goods store located at 218 and 220 Lodi Street, Syracuse, New York. The front of the card depicts a young girl looking at a hatching egg. Out of the egg emerges a sheep. The card is part of a set of four cards.

This trade card advertises Siegel's, a grocery store located on the corner of Warren and Broadway in New York City. The front of the card depicts a woman in a garden, holding a small basket and surrounded by flowers. The illustration is stylized, and the woman has a large, ornate hat. It appears to be a late 19th century image, likely from the 1880s. The back of the card features advertisements for the store's goods and services.

This trade card advertises Simon Rice & Bro., a dry goods store located at 229 Penn Avenue in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a well-dressed woman in black sepia. The back of the card is a full advertisement. The back of the card features a black and white image of a woman standing in front of a counter. The woman appears to be a sales clerk, and the counter is piled high with clothing, notions, and other goods. The back of the card is a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises Sunfield's Grocery Store, located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The card features a puzzle for children, inviting them to find hidden animals. The back of the card includes a full advertisement with prices.

This trade card advertises Sunfield's Grocery Store, located at 23 Blue Island Avenue. The card's front features a puzzle: a hidden circus clown with animals. The back of the card contains an advertisement with prices for groceries.

This trade card advertises the Fleischmann Company. The front of the card is one of a set of three. It features a comic actor or performer, highlighting the brand’s national advertising. The back of the card contains a recipe but is somewhat damaged. The card appears to be from around the time of the company’s founding in 1868.

This trade card advertises the Vienna Delicatessen, owned by A. Levi. It features an illustration of a frog shooting frogs out of a cannon, creating a whimsical and humorous scene. The card's design is done in red and sepia tones. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises W.F. McLaughlin & Co., coffee importers and roasters in Chicago, Illinois. The front of the card features an illustration of a group of Jews praying at the Western Wall in Jerusalem. The background shows the Western Wall, a significant site for Jewish religious practice. The back of the card provides advertising copy and a list of McLaughlin's locations in Chicago, Illinois. The card was printed circa 1893.

This trade card advertises Wachsman's Vienna Cafe in New York City. The front of the card depicts two young boys fiddling while a turtle dances in front of them. The image is framed with a light-colored border. The back of the card provides the cafe's address: 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, basement, and 294 Canal Street, corner of Broadway.

This trade card advertises Wachsman's Vienna Cafe, located at 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, New York, New York. The front of the card depicts two young boys opening a basket filled with a lobster and a goose, showcasing the cafe's menu. The back of the card lists the cafe's addresses: 611 Broadway, corner of Houston Street, and 294 Canal Street, corner of Broadway. The back of the card also contains an advertisement for the cafe.

This trade card advertises Wiedmann Candy Manufactory, a candy and nut dealer in Sacramento, California. The card features an illustration of a red rose and a blue pot with a candy cane. The front of the card provides the address of the store: 419 K Street, 418 J Street. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises the Wiedmann Candy Manufactory, located at 418 J Street, Sacramento, California. The front of the card features a yellow rose on a branch. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, confectioners located at 1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card is silver and features a cherub with a crown and wings on top of a woman angel with wings. The back of the card has a full advertisement for Friits Candies and Holiday Goods, as well as novelties for weddings and parties.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, grocers located at 1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia. The front of the card features an intricate illustration of a cityscape, with buildings, a church, and a horse-drawn carriage. The back of the card lists the services offered by Wiener Brothers, including fancy fruits and groceries for weddings and parties. The card is printed in black ink on white paper with a decorative border.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, importers and dealers in fine groceries at 1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card displays a stylized illustration of a harbor scene. It features a ship docked in a bustling port with boats, warehouses, and buildings in the background. The water and sky are depicted in shades of blue and green. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wiener Brothers, a purveyor of Morning Glories, located at 1227 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a vibrant image of morning glories, a type of flower, showcasing the business's name. The back of the card provides more detailed information about the business. It is a colorful illustration in the style of a woodblock print.

This trade card advertises William Abraham's grocery store located at 209 Fifth Avenue, McKeesport, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features a comical illustration of a tug-of-war between a group of Jewish individuals and a group of Irish individuals. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Winkler's Confectionery & Ice Cream Parlor, located at 225 Market Street corner Mulberry Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card features a central tree with daisy flowers on its branches. The card is printed in black ink, and the text indicates the shop offers homemade candies and ice cream. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Winkler's Ice Cream Parlor, located at 235 Market Street, corner of Mulberry Street in Newark, New Jersey. The front of the card depicts a cottage in a snowy scene, suggesting a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The back of the card contains a full advertisement for the business.

Trade card advertising American Eagle Cracker Biscuits & Fine Cakes, located at 161 & 163 West 20th Street. The card features a comical band major on the front and an image of the Eagle factory on the back. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Amstein Brothers, purveyors of "Choice Family Groceries." The front of the card features a picturesque landscape illustration, likely depicting the "California Coast," as indicated by the text on the card. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of quality and abundance, associating the groceries with desirable locales. Below the image, the business name "AMSTEIN BROTHERS" is prominently displayed, along with the location note "UNDER M.E. CHURCH." The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting a girl eating a bonbon. The card advertises "Benjamin's Fine Candies and Imported Fruits." The card is circa 1885. This item is part of Manuscript Collection 1410, located in the OOS, Binder 1, Page 10.

This trade card advertises the Capitol Restaurant, owned and operated by Wittstein Bros., located at 34 Ann Street, corner of Asylum Street, in Hartford, Connecticut. The front of the card depicts a lively scene of a boy and girl dancing. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card is blank. [Wittstein Bros. were active in the Hartford Jewish community.]

Trade card advertising Cohen Bros. Big Grocery in Gloversville, New York. The card features a comical illustration of a boy and a dog. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand. The front of the card features an illustration of a frog. The back of the card has a crude rubber stamp that reads "Cohen's Cake & Cracker Stand...1209 South 16th Street."

Trade card advertising Fleischmann & Co. in New York, New York, dated 1896. The card depicts blue birds on a snow-covered limb. The back of the card features a full advertisement with an offer to send in 50 yellow labels. The card is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection, Box 7, Folder 3.

This trade card advertises Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast. The front of the card depicts a charming illustration of children looking out of a window. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The text on the card prominently displays “Fleischmann & Co.’s Compressed Yeast.” The back of the card is blank. There are two images associated with this record; the description provided refers to one of them.

This trade card, from Fleischmann & Co., features a striking illustration on the front of a Black man carrying a large tray laden with buckwheat cakes and syrup. The quantity of cakes is comically exaggerated. The image is a caricature and perpetuates racist stereotypes. The back of the card is a full advertisement for Fleischmann's Compressed Yeast, including instructions on how to make griddle cakes. The text is in both English and German.

Trade card advertising Fleishmann & Co. yeast. The card features an illustration of Chinese boys riding frogs. The reverse side includes instructions on how to use yeast. The card is dated circa 1885. The factory depot address listed is 30 East Genesea Street.

This trade card advertises Francis C. Neale, sole proprietors of Rosedale Vineyards, purveyors of wines and liquors. The front of the card displays the business name and address prominently: Francis C. Neale, Wines and Liquor...Sole Proprietors of Rosedale Vineyards...24 Dey & 43 Church Streets. It also indicates that the business is represented by David Levy and provides a telephone number: Tel. 4043 Cortlandt. The back of the card is blank. The image suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic.

This trade card advertises the Franco-Californian Packing Co.'s "Fine French Conserves." The front of the card depicts a cheerful picnic scene, likely intended to associate the product with pleasant social gatherings. The illustration style suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. The back of the card contains a full advertisement with additional details about the company and its products, including the address: 123 California Street, SF. The back also lists Alfred Greenebaum & Co. as the distributor.

Black card with gold lettering. Advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast, located at 245 Washington Street, Newark, New Jersey. S. De Jonge is listed as an agent. Circa 1885.

This trade card advertises Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast, with Ira Harvey as the Rhode Island agent. The front of the card features a charming illustration of children stringing flowers on a fence. The style is reminiscent of late 19th-century children's book illustrations. Below the image, the text clearly states "Gaff, Fleischmann & Co.'s Compressed Yeast" and "Ira Harvey Agent for Rhode Island." The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Griggs, Zabriskie & Lovell, importers and dealers in teas, coffees, and spices. The front of the card displays elegant lettering announcing the business name and the goods they offered. The address is clearly printed as "252 Washington Street, between Murray and Robinson Sts." The card is printed on shiny stock. Handwriting on the back of the card indicates a date, suggesting it may have been kept as a personal record. The back of the card is not fully visible in the provided image.

This trade card for H. & N. Weinheimer, located at 76, 78, & 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York, advertises dry goods. The front of the card features a spring scene with dogwood blossoms. The business's street address is clearly visible in the image. The back of the card is blank. The number '105' is visible near the top of the card, possibly indicating a spring or product number.

This trade card for H. & N. Weinheimer, located at 76, 78, & 80 Butternut Street in Syracuse, New York, showcases a charming illustration. The front of the card features a summer scene, possibly a garden or park, with a prominent rose. The style suggests it's from the late 19th century. The business name and address are clearly printed below the image. The text "SUMMER # 105" suggests it may be part of a series. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Hyman Bros., a business specializing in live carp. The front of the card features a striking illustration of a large carp, realistically depicted in great detail. The fish is the clear focal point, taking up much of the space.  The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic.  Below the illustration, the text 'LIVE CARP A SPECIALTY' is prominently displayed. The address, 127 River St., is also visible, although the rest of the text is too difficult to read. The back of the card is not visible in the provided image.

This trade card advertises J. A. Wolfson's general store in Compte, Louisiana. The front of the card features text stating that he offers "Cash Advanced on Cotton." The illustration and other details on the card are not visible in the provided image. The back of the card is blank. This suggests that Wolfson's store likely sold dry goods, clothing, food, and medicine to local cotton farmers.

This blue trade card advertises Jacob Bloom, Jr.'s business, specializing in lamb, veal, and mutton. The front of the card displays the address: 262 1/2 Washington Market, New York. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card depicting a factory, tank house, and stable, likely belonging to Jacob J. Sherer. The reverse side features an advertisement for pickles, catsup, mustard, and sauerkraut. Circa 1885.

Trade card advertising Joseph Ostheim's business in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The card features an advertisement for Acme Soap on the reverse. Circa 1885.

This trade card, one of three in the record, advertises Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card features a black and white illustration. A young Black boy is depicted in a window of the restaurant, holding a sign with the restaurant's address. The style of the illustration is somewhat caricatured. The front of the card shows the address: Cor. Congress and Drayton. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of three trade cards in this record advertising Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card depicts a caricature of a Black man holding up a sign with the restaurant's address. The image is in black and white, and the style is consistent with late 19th-century printmaking techniques. The address, "Cor. Congress and Drayton," is clearly visible on the sign held by the figure. The back of the card is blank.

This is one of two trade cards in the record advertising Kaufman's Restaurant in Savannah, Georgia. The card depicts a Black woman holding a sign with the restaurant's address using clothespins. The image is presented as a caricature, and the visual representation reflects the racist caricatures common in the late 19th century. The address, Cor. Congress and Drayton, is clearly visible on the sign held by the figure. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Lebenbaum, Goldberg & Bowen, purveyors of teas and wines. The front of the card shows a nicely dressed boy and girl, one of whom is wearing a large hat. The style of clothing suggests a late 19th-century setting. The image is likely meant to evoke a sense of elegance and quality associated with the products sold. The address, 432 Pine Street, is clearly printed on the card. The back of the card features a full advertisement for the business's teas and wines.

This trade card advertises Lilienthal Brothers, dealers in hops and barley. The front of the card features text that prominently displays the business name, "Lilienthal Brothers." The address, "8 & 10 Water Street," is also clearly visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises M. H. Moses & Co., purveyors of teas and coffees. The front of the card features a whimsical illustration of a girl comically playing a trombone. The illustration is likely meant to evoke a sense of fun and lightheartedness, which may be associated with the brand's image. The text on the card highlights the company's claim of being "The Oldest and Most Reliable House for Teas and Coffees." Below the illustration is the address: 1530 Third Av., Corner of 86th. The back of the card is blank. There is a second image associated with the record but it is not described in the metadata.

This trade card advertises Mrs. E. M. Wiedmann's candy and manufacturing business. The front of the card features a colorful illustration of red and yellow roses in a vase, set on a table with various candies or sweets. The overall color palette is vibrant, likely using red and yellow as prominent colors. The style of the illustration suggests a late 19th-century aesthetic. Below the image, the text "CANDY & MANUFACTURER" is clearly displayed, indicating the nature of the business. The address, 418 & 419 K St., Sacramento, is also visible. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Oldenborg's, a grocery store in East New York, New York. The front of the card features a charming illustration of a girl wearing a red hat. The style of the illustration and the overall aesthetic suggest a late 19th-century origin. On the back of the card, the text reads, "Successor to H. Ehrich's," identifying the store's predecessor, followed by the business's description as "The Cheap Cash Grocer." The address, corner of Glenmore and Schenck Aves, East New York, is also clearly printed.

This trade card advertises Rothschild Bros., a clothing and grocery store in Salina, Kansas. The front of the card features a woman holding roses. The image is likely meant to convey a sense of elegance, quality, or perhaps a seasonal promotion (e.g. spring). The text on the card clearly displays the business name, "Rothschild Bros." and the goods sold: "Clothing & Groceries." The back of the card features a full advertisement.

This trade card advertises the Union House, owned by S. H. Mensch, in Friedensburg, Pennsylvania. The front of the card features text announcing a "NEW OPENING" and highlighting the establishment's offerings of "CHOICE WINES," along with the promise of "GOOD STABLING" and an "ATTENTIVE HOSTLER." The design is simple and text-focused. The back of the card is blank. The image suggests a late 19th-century business.

This ornate trade card advertises Schlesinger & Blumenthal, importers of brandies, gin, wines, and proprietors of the X.L.C.R. & Silver Creek Whiskies. The front of the card features an elaborately designed text layout typical of late 19th-century advertising. The text prominently displays the company name, "Schlesinger & Blumenthal," along with their address, "92 & 94 Liberty Street." The card's design is richly detailed, likely incorporating decorative flourishes and possibly a vignette or logo. The back of the card is blank. [Charles Schlesinger and Joseph Blumenthal were the proprietors of the business.]

Trade card advertising Scholem Tumases' Pure Grape Juice and Private Restaurant at 154 Allen Street, New York City. The card is printed in English and Yiddish and features an illustration of a bearded man. It dates from circa 1890.

This trade card advertises Solomon Bros. as purveyors of Rumford Chemical Works' baking powder. The front of the card (Image 1) displays a national stock card, clearly showing "Horsford's Bread Prep." The name "Rumford Chemical Works" and the company's logo are prominently displayed. The card also mentions Solomon Bros. and their location: Savannah, GA. The back of the card (Image 2) features a full advertisement, likely further detailing the product and company.