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Advertising Booklet - Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, San Francisco, California, Circa 1885Advertising Booklet - Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, San Francisco, California, Circa 1885

An advertising booklet, titled "A. B. C. Guide," for Rothschild & Ehrenpfort, confectioners located in San Francisco, California. The booklet lists over 100 varieties of their "Fine Cream Works and Chocolate Goods" in alphabetical order, including candies such as Ambrosia Cream, Apricot Bonbons, Children's Delight, Olympic Bonbons, and Zante Currant Balls. It notes that goods are "Elegantly Packed in 5-Lb. Cartons" and made with "Best Materials and Finest Fruit Flavors." The cover features red ink on tan cardstock, with decorative Victorian-style borders, ornate typography, and a charming illustration of a bear holding a candy bar. The booklet also mentions that a complete catalog and a catalogue of Christmas goods were available. 3.

Billhead - D. Crehange & Co., Syracuse, New York, May 25, 1882Billhead - D. Crehange & Co., Syracuse, New York, May 25, 1882

This billhead from D. Crehange & Co., Wholesale Clothiers in Syracuse, New York, dated May 25, 1882, details a transaction with Mr. G. E. Brooks. The invoice includes the purchase of 1 pair of pants for $7.50, and 6 boys' suits for $36.00, along with additional boys' suits totaling $13.50, for a grand total of $57.00. A handwritten note indicates that 3 pieces were sent in exchange for items Mr. Brooks sent. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering for the company name, a "BOUGHT OF" banner, decorative star embellishments, and states that extra-sized garments are a specialty. It also includes a clause about damage claims within five days of receipt. 3.

Calling Card of Harry R. SchirmerCalling Card of Harry R. Schirmer

This calling card, likely used for social or professional visits, features a script-style design with floral elements. The primary visual element is a decorative arrangement of flowers, executed in a style suggestive of late 19th- or early 20th-century aesthetics. The text on the card is in a cursive script font, which would have been a common choice for such cards in the timeframe. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card - Levi, Dettelbach & Louchheim, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1870Trade card - Levi, Dettelbach & Louchheim, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1870

This trade card for Levi, Dettelbach & Louchheim, Wholesale Clothiers and Jobbers of Goods for Men's Wear, located at 316 Market Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dates to circa 1870. The card is graphically rich, featuring outstanding ornate Victorian-style lettering advertising their services. The reverse side features a highly detailed print of the multi-story building housing the business, showing the storefront with individuals entering and a horse-drawn cart in the street, within a decorative border. The card lists the names A. Levi, S. Dettelbach, H.S. Louchheim, and A. Louchheim. **3.