Four-page letter written by Dr. J. Mayer of Hartford, Connecticut, to Isaac Leeser on March 1863. Mayer discusses a recent controversy concerning the validity of a conversion, presenting his views using both practical observation and religious text. He requests Leeser to publish his views for the consideration of other rabbis.
Subject: Hartford, CT
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This trade card for Bronner & Co., clothiers, advertises various men's and children's apparel, including P.D. Alpaca Coats, all-wool Cassimere Suits, Childrens' Shirt Waists, and Suits, with prices ranging from 20c to $9.00. The verso provides the business addresses in Hartford, CT, and New York, NY. The recto features a colorful illustration divided into two sections: on the left, a young mail carrier in a red cap and striped pants holds a letter, with "POSTE ITALIANE" (Italian Post) above and below; on the right, a map of Italy shows various regions and cities, along with an Italian shield and a scenic depiction of Venice with gondolas. The card utilizes a combination of vibrant illustrations and clear textual advertising.
This trade card for Bronner & Co. features a colorful chromolithographed image on the front depicting a young boy dressed as a Russian mail carrier, holding an envelope. To his right is a map of Russia with various cities marked, and below, a scene of a sleigh being pulled by horses through snow, alongside a coat of arms. The verso advertises clothing items available from Bronner & Co., listing "Mens' P. D. Alpaca Coats" for 25 cents, "all-wool Cassimere Suits" ranging from $5.50 to $9.00, "Childrens' Shirt Waists" for 20 cents, and "Suits" for $2.50. The card encourages potential customers to "EXAMINE OUR STOCK Before purchasing elsewhere." The text is printed in various sans-serif and serif fonts, clearly displaying the business name and its two locations.
This trade card advertises S. I. Freeman's Clothing Bazaar, located at 14, 16 & 18 Asylum Street, Hartford, CT. The front of the card features a black and white illustration of a woman. The back of the card contains additional advertising information.