Subject: Importers

Invoice or bill from A. G. Mandel & Co., located at 242 Pearl Street, New York, New York, dated August 24, 1868. The bill was issued to I. F. Seas in Orville, Ohio. The invoice has an itemized list of goods, likely varnish products, with prices and totals, including

Billhead for A. Wassermann & Co., importers of goods, located at Nos. 2 and 3 Custom House Block, Sacramento Street, San Francisco. Dated circa early 1860s. This billhead records a purchase by a Mr. S. Levy for multiple items, likely clothing or fabric. The billhead features a printed header and a handwritten transaction list.

Billhead of Ad. Lewis & Co., importers of Havana cigars, located at 310 Sacramento Street, San Francisco. Dated February 6, 1877. The bill is addressed to N.S. Trowbridge & Co., a company that likely sold tobacco and cigars. The billhead displays an ornate header with the company's name and a circular “Bought of” logo. The business is advertising its cigar brands, which include “Bouquet de Tobacco,” “Jockey Club,” and “Several Other Brands.” A handwritten portion of the bill lists “Bouquet” and “Claritas” as types of tobacco, followed by quantities and pricing. The text “Gold” appears at the bottom, indicating that the transaction was likely paid in gold coin.

Invoice from Altman & Co., Importers and Jobbers of Cloths, Cassimeres, Vestings, Domestics, Tailors' Trimmings, Gents' Furnishing Goods, and Manufacturers of Mens' and Boys' Clothing, located at 226 and 228 (New Nos.) Washington Street, Buffalo, New York. Dated July 8, 1868. The bill details the purchase of various goods, including 'Rs Sheeting' and 'Holland,' by Beesenthal, Falck & Israel, totaling 57.69. The billhead features a printed header with the business name and a list of goods sold. It also displays a revenue stamp in the bottom left corner.

Invoice from Altschul, Seller & Co., importers and dealers in crockery, china, and glassware, located at 119 Battery Street, near California, San Francisco. Dated July 1, 1884. The bill lists several items purchased by Bliss & Kelsey, including

Invoice from Chas. Glaser & Co., importers and jobbers of staple and fancy dry goods, hosiery, and Yankee notions, located at 207 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated March 27, 1866. The bill is addressed to Cohen & Co. and lists a transaction of four separate items. This is an example of a bill from a textile merchant, showing the type of items sold and the prices of materials. The billhead includes a framed header section with bold lettering and details about the business, as well as a note that goods are received by every steamer.

This billhead from Cohen & Stern, Importers and Jobbers of Hosiery, Notions, and White Goods, records a transaction with Messrs. Jones Bros. in Baltimore, Maryland, dated December 5, 1889. The item lists the sale of 13 dozen muffs at $1.50 per dozen and 7 dozen of another item (likely muffs, based on the context) at $1.00 per dozen. The total amount is $2.50, with a calculation error that leads to a corrected total of $2.45. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name and a distinctive company logo depicting a flag with text "AUCTION JOBS A SPECIALTY" and "ONE PRICE HOUSE." The document includes terms of sale: "Net 30 days" and "2 percent off 10 days," and is stamped "PAID" with the date "DEC 5 1889."

Billhead from Cohen & Triest, importers and dealers in dry and fancy goods, silks, laces, and embroideries, located at 248 King St., Charleston, S.C. Dated April 1, 1888. The bill lists the purchase of one buggy blanket for $7 by J. L. Capplerman. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from Dahlman, Geiershofer & Spiegel, importers and jobbers of cloths, cassimeres, vestings, and other items, located at 388 & 390 Main Street, American Block, Buffalo, New York. Dated January 20, 1870. The bill records the purchase of 76 yards of

Statement of account from Daniel Frank & Co., importers of Havana Cigars, located at 10 Post Office Square, Boston, Massachusetts, dated December 28, 1887. This invoice lists an item purchased by C. C. Kendrick, totaling $23.00. The billhead includes an ornate Victorian-style logo of a cigar with the company name, and a detailed address.

Invoice from E. Rosenfeld, an importer and manufacturer of ladies' ties, scarfs, lace goods, novelties, and other items. Located at No. 202 Church Street, between White and Walker Streets, New York. Dated November 23, 1880. The bill is for a purchase made by Mrs. Henry Widdiswood. The billhead is well-organized with a clear header section and neatly printed text. The buyer's name is handwritten above the business name, while the rest of the details are printed.

Invoice from Ehrich & Co., importers and dealers in millinery, fancy and dry goods. Located at Nos. 287, 289, 291, 293, 295 Eighth Avenue, New York, NY, the bill is dated October 21, 1879. It includes an itemized list of goods purchased by G. F. Back. The billhead features a printed header with ornate lettering and decorative elements, including a company logo of a building with a decorative banner. The text includes the publisher information for “Ehrich’s Fashion Quarterly,” which was a magazine published by the company.

Invoice from Einstein Bros. & Co., importers and manufacturers of boots and shoes, and dealers in leather, located at 29th and 31 Battery St, San Francisco, California. Dated October 24, 1873. The invoice lists a purchase of several items, such as '2 pair Calf Dress Boots,' '1 pair Gents Calf Dress Boots,' '1 pair Ladies Boots,' '1 pair Kid Boots,' '1 pair Kid Boots' & '1 pair Leather Boots', at different prices. The billhead features an ornate Victorian-style lettering. Decorative elements include a company logo and business address at the top.

Invoice from Esberg, Bachman & Co., importers of cigars and tobacco, located at 207, 209, & 211 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated April 3, 1877. The bill lists the purchase of an item(s) by N.S. Trowbridge & Co., and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The bill is payable in U.S. Gold Coin.

Invoice from Esberg, Bachman & Co., importers of cigars and tobacco located at 207, 209, and 211 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated May 3, 1877. The bill lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by N. S. Trowbridge & Co., likely cigars or tobacco. The billhead is written in a clear script.

Invoice from Falkenstein & Co., importers and dealers in cigars and tobacco, located at the northeast corner of Battery and Sacramento Streets, San Francisco. Dated December 21, 1875. The bill lists a sale of 11,300 cigars to L. M. Jacobs & Co., located in Tucson, Arizona Territory, for a total of $158.20. The bill is marked 'Cash', and the billhead displays a decorative framed border and a company logo with the letter 'J' in a diamond.

Invoice from Frankenthal, Bachman & Co., importers and jobbers of fancy goods and Yankee notions, located at the southwest corner of Battery and California Streets, San Francisco. Dated November 7, 1881. The billhead lists the purchase of items, likely fancy goods and notions, by Sarles & Weiderman. The bill also includes an itemized list of the purchased items. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The billhead is stamped with a red stamp on the bottom right corner with the text “Sarles & Weidemann, Nov. 10, 1881, Gonzales, Cal.

Billhead for G. Rosenblatt & Brother, importers and jobbers of laces, hosiery, gloves, and a general assortment of fancy goods, located at 78 Chambers Street, New York. Dated February 15, 1860. The bill, addressed to A. Smith & Son, includes details of the transaction, such as the items purchased, quantities, and prices. The billhead also includes a company logo, ornate text, and decorative elements. The bill is handwritten.

Invoice for a purchase of various items from G. Rosenblatt & Brother, a New York City-based importer and jobber of dry goods. The invoice is dated August 25, 1859, and is written in manuscript form. The invoice is for items purchased by A. Smith & Son, and lists an itemized list of quantities, prices, and the type of transaction.

This billhead is a handwritten invoice from G. Rosenblatt & Brother, a dry goods importer and jobber located at 78 Chambers Street in New York City. Dated November 25, 1859. The bill is addressed to Mr. A. Smith & Son and lists three items with a total price of $3.31. The items include: 1/2 oz Neck Ties, 2 Pkt. HKHF, 1 gr Buttons. The bill includes details of the amount owed and the date that the balance is due. The handwriting on this bill is neat and easy to read.

Billhead for Gans & Klein, Importers, Manufacturers, and Dealers in fashionable clothing, gents' furnishing goods, hats, boots, shoes, hydraulic hose, rubber clothing, Cal. blankets, etc. The billhead notes an office and factory in New York at 184 and 186 Church Street. The billhead indicates the buyer is J. N. McKnight & Co. of Helena, Montana, and is dated December 19, 1879. The billhead has a printed header with ornate Victorian-style lettering. The business address, name, and type of products are neatly laid out.

Billhead from Godchaux Bros. & Co., importers of French, English and German Dry Goods, located at 109 Battery Street, San Francisco. The billhead includes addresses for branches in New York and Paris. The business is listed as payable in U.S. Gold Coin. Dated March 8, 1877, the bill is addressed to N.S. Trowbridge & Co., likely a buyer of goods from Godchaux Bros. & Co. The billhead includes a detailed header with decorative elements.

This billhead from Greenhood, Bohm & Co., Importers and Dealers in Clothing and Gents' Furnishing Goods, is addressed to Mr. James S. Davis and dated December 29, 1879. It details a transaction including items such as "Shot," "drawers," "Socks," and "gloves," with quantities and prices listed, totaling $10.35. The document features an elegant, ornate script for the date and buyer's name, bold capital lettering for the business name, and descriptive text outlining the business's offerings. Smaller print indicates branch offices in New York City and San Francisco. The item is characterized by pink and blue ruled lines typical of accounting documents of the period. 3.

Invoice from Greenleve, Block, & Co., importers of wholesale dealers and staple & fancy dry goods, boots, shoes, notions, hats, trunks, etc., located at 126, 128 & 130 Strand Street, Galveston, Texas. Dated November 11, 1879. The bill lists various goods purchased for a total of $731.15 from the Notion Department, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header with a small image of a building, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead from Gross & Strauss, importers and retailers of laces, lace goods, embroideries, hosiery, kid gloves, dress trimmings, corsets, and thread store goods, located at No. 46 Winter Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Dated January 1, 1883. The bill indicates a purchase of gloves by Mrs. Crippen. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and an illustration of the storefront building.

Invoice from H. Cohn & Co., importers and jobbers in clothing, furnishing goods, hats, and other items, located at No. 7 Custom House Block, 413 & 415 Sacramento Street, San Francisco, California. Dated June 9, 1864. The bill likely lists the purchase of numerous items of clothing, including overalls, shirts, jumpers, suspenders, gloves, pants, suits, socks, and a duster, totaling $546. The billhead displays a printed header, a handwritten list of items, and a ship illustration. It also mentions their NYC office: H Cohn & Co., manufacturers of clothing, located at 46 & 48 Barclay St, NYC.

Invoice dated May 26, 1857 from H. Cowperthwait & Company, publishers, booksellers, and importers, to the Hebrew Education Society. The bill lists various books purchased in quantities, prices, and totals for each item.

Billhead for Haas Brothers, importers and wholesale grocers located at 100 & 102 California Street, San Francisco, California. Dated August 15, 1877. The bill lists an item purchased, likely groceries or a

Billhead from Haas Brothers, importers and wholesale grocers, located at 100 & 102 California Street, San Francisco, California, dated September 26, 1876. The billhead lists a purchase of 1/16 assorted coconut by N. S. Trowbridge & Co. of San Francisco. It notes that the buyer's office is located at 99 Pearl Street, New York. Payment is to be made in U.S. gold coin. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

This billhead, dated February 12, 1847, documents a transaction where L. Boardman purchased 23 bales of sheet tin, totaling 1722 units at 2 3/4 cents each, for a sum of $40.935, from Hendricks & Brothers. Hendricks & Brothers, located at 77 and 79 Broad Street and 32 South William Street in New-York, are identified as importers of foreign copper, tin plate, block tin, spelter, and sheet zinc, as well as dealers in lead, composition, nails, and spikes. They are also manufacturers of bolt and sheet copper. The billhead features ornate script for the buyer's name, city, date, and the "Bought of HENDRICKS & BROTHERS" line, contrasting with a more standard serif font for the business address and product descriptions.

Billhead from Heynemann & Co., importers and jobbers of British, French, German and Domestic Dry Goods, Carpets, and other items, located at No. 5 Sansome Street, near Market, San Francisco, California. Dated January 4, 1877. The billhead lists two items purchased, likely 2 1/4 comforters, by N. S. Trowbridge & Co., and indicates an amount owed of $2.50. The billhead features a printed header, with a decorative border surrounding the business information. It is printed in a Victorian-style script, with decorative embellishments to the lettering.

Invoice from Hochstadter & Bro., importers and dealers in clothing, gents' furnishing goods, boots, shoes, hats, staple dry goods, duck, etc., located at the southwest corner of D and Second Streets, Marysville, California. Dated June 19, 1866. The bill is made payable in U.S. gold coin at par. The bill lists various items purchased, likely clothing or dry goods, by A. Cohn & Co. The billhead includes a printed company name with decorative elements, a prominent and clear business address, and notes that interest may be charged on sums after maturity. The billhead also includes a note that the business accepts payment in US gold coin.

Invoice from Hoffman & Co., importers and wholesale dealers in fancy goods, embroideries, ribbons, laces, millinery, and white goods, located at No. 17 and 19 Battery Street, near Bush Street, San Francisco, California. Dated September 21, 1876. The bill lists a purchase of 28 1/2 yard pearl buttons likely for a garment from N. S. Trowbridge & Co., located in Tybo, Nevada. The billhead displays a company logo, ornate lettering, and decorative elements including a framed header section with the business name.

Billhead from Honig & Alexander, manufacturers of men's furnishing goods, duck and denim wear, and importers of domestic goods, knitted underwear, and hosiery. Located at 109 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. The billhead is dated August 28, 1882, and notes a purchase by Sarles & Weiderman. The bill is an invoice or a statement of account. It is likely for the purchase of clothing or textile goods. The billhead includes a small logo in the top right corner, and the business name is in bold font.

Billhead for Howard, Sanger & Co., importers and jobbers of foreign and domestic fancy goods. The business is located at 105 & 107 Chambers Street and 89 & 91 Reade Street, New York, New York. Dated June 26, 1862, the bill lists items purchased by Fenau & Davis. The billhead features a printed header, ornate lettering, and a detailed business address. The billhead also includes a red rubber stamp stating “TERMS CASH,” “5 per cent. discount 30 days, 6 per cent. discount 10 days, on approved accounts.”

This billhead for Hyman Brothers, Importers and Wholesale Grocers, documents a transaction where goods were bought by Wadhams & Elliott. The item is dated September 11, 1885, and originates from Hyman Brothers' San Francisco office located at 216 and 218 California Street. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style script for the "Hyman Brothers" name and "IMPORTERS AND WHOLESALE GROCERS," along with a prominent "Bought of" stamp. It also lists additional branch offices in New York (102 Chambers St.), Honolulu, H.I., and Nevada City, Cal., indicating the extensive reach of the business.

An invoice from Hyneman & Schmidt, Art Publishers and Importers, located at 19 East 14th Street, New York City. The bill, dated December 1, 1884, shows a purchase of 2,000 items (likely prints or other art materials) by George W. Witbeck of Nassau, New York. The bill shows two items, priced at $15 each, for a total of $30. The billhead has a printed header, contains ornate lettering, and includes details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from I. Altman & Co., manufacturers and importers of furs, buffalo, and fancy robes, located at No. 49 Griswold Street, Detroit, Michigan. The bill is dated December 22, 1865 and lists an item purchased by a buyer named M. Soule. It includes a written description of the item purchased (likely a fur garment), the cost, a handwritten total at the bottom, and a handwritten note stating “Detroit, Dec. 22, 1865”. The billhead displays a company name with ornate lettering and a framed header with the business address and details.

Billhead for J. Baum & Co., manufacturers and importers of men's, youth's, and boys' clothing, furnishing goods, etc. The company is located at 9 and 11 Sansome Street, San Francisco, California, and 68 Thomas Street, New York. The billhead lists an item purchased by J. C. Young, likely for clothing or other men's apparel. The billhead lists an itemized list of the transaction, which shows amounts and totals. The billhead is printed on lined paper, with a header section listing the business name, address, and a small logo with the words 'Sole Agents - Manufacturers of Shriek's Duplex Pantaloon Pocket'.

This billhead from J. Mandlebaum & Sons, successors to Stern & Mandlebaum, details a transaction with M. Cutter, Kingston & Co. dated October 16, 1885, in Hartford, Connecticut. The invoice lists various fancy goods and notions, including safety pins, damask, cupboard braid, fancy edge braid, bone crochet hooks, tape measures, ladies silk goods, red working cotton, Ruth file counts, Art, mending cotton, and Woolly Dell Germantown yarn, along with their respective quantities, unit prices, and extended totals. The billhead features prominent, ornate Victorian-style typography for the business names, a small decorative emblem for "Telephone Connection," and a printed statement that "All Claims to be made within Five Days from Receipt of Goods." **3.

Invoice from J. W. Davidson & Co., importers of foreign and domestic dry goods, located at 101 & 103 Kearny St., San Francisco. Dated September 28, 1875. The billhead features a large, detailed illustration of the

Billhead from Jacob Adler & Co., manufacturers and importers of gloves. The billhead includes a lithographic image of the company's factory, located at 116, 118 & 120 West Fulton Street, Gloversville, New York. Dated August 10, 1889, the bill is likely for an order of gloves placed by Babcock & Co. of Butte, Montana. It includes an itemized list of gloves purchased, including style, quantity, and price. The billhead also features a company logo in the upper right corner, decorative details of ornate lettering.

Invoice from Jacob Schreiber, an importer of live geese feathers, furniture springs, curled hair, and other related products. Located at Nos. 121 and 123 Sansome St., between Pine and Bush, San Francisco. Dated May 5, 1869. The bill lists 1 dozen “Ruby pillows” and 6 lbs. of “L. & S. Feathers” purchased by A. Cohn & Co., D'ville. The billhead displays an ornate logo featuring a four-poster bed with a couple in bed. The bill mentions that payments are payable in gold at par.

Bill from Kahn Bro's. Bine & Co., importers, located at 25 & 27 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated April 28, 1886. The invoice is for a purchase made by Rosenberg Bros., Nevada City, Cal. The invoice includes handwritten details of the purchased items, likely fabrics or ribbons, including quantities, prices, and a total amount. The billhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering. The document is also adorned with ornate frames and decorative elements, such as company logos and seals.

Billhead for Koch, Goldsmith, Joseph & Co., manufacturers of clothing, importers and jobbers of woolens. The business is located at 73, 75 & 77 Clair Street, Cleveland. The bill is dated September 23, 1884, and includes an itemized list of items sold to Hower Bros. in Burbank, Ohio. The billhead has a printed header with ornate text, including a framed section with the business name and details. The business name is printed in bold, stylized lettering.

Bill from Kohn, Furchgott & Benedict, importers and dealers in Foreign and Domestic Dry Goods, Cloaks, Shawls, Hosiery, Notions, and Ribbons, located at No. 275 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead lists items purchased by J. D. Appleman, including 21 1/2 blankets and 29 1/2 matting. The billhead also indicates that the company has additional locations in Jacksonville, Florida and New York City. The date of the transaction is December 31, 1885. The billhead has decorative elements including a border around the company name.

Billhead from Kohn, Furchgott & Co., importers and dealers in foreign and domestic dry goods, carpets, cloaks, shawls, hosiery, notions, ribbons, and ladies and gentlemen's furnishing goods. The business is located at No. 259 King Street, Charleston, South Carolina. The billhead is dated January 28, 1889. The buyer is J. Charleston S. C. Jauey. The billhead features an image of a corset, ornate Victorian-style lettering, and a list of branches for the business in Jacksonville, Florida and New York City.

Invoice from Kuhn, Netter & Co., importers and wholesale dealers in dry goods, gents' furnishing goods, and clothing. Located at the N. E. Corner 3rd & Vine Sts. Opp. Burnet House, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated December 26, 1863. The invoice lists a transaction for 1 pc blk cloth and 2 corset screws. The billhead features a detailed illustration of the business storefront and ornate lettering in a Victorian style.

Billhead from Kuhn, Netter & Co., Importers & Wholesale Dealers in Dry Goods, Gents Furnishing Goods & Clothing. The billhead is dated February 18, 1868. It lists an itemized account, likely for clothing or fabrics, for the buyer, Beam & Jay. The bill includes the address: N. E. Corner 3rd & Vine Sts, opp. Burnet House, Cincinnati, Ohio. It also includes a detailed illustration of the company's brick storefront and details of the business in ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Invoice from L. Auerbach & Bro., importers and wholesale dealers of teas, spices, wines, liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, tobacco, notions, smokers' articles, saddlery and hardware, fruit, etc. Located in Helena, Montana Territory. Dated May 31, 1875. The bill is for various items purchased by James L. Davis, and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead features a decorative logo featuring a barrel and two men on either side.

Billhead of L. Auerbach & Bro., importers of and wholesale dealers in wines and liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, smokers' articles, notions, saddlery, and harness, located on Main Street, Helena, MT. Dated November 1, 1877. The bill is addressed to Lackey & Co., and lists several items and their prices, with a total of 22.00. The billhead features a decorative illustration of a figure holding a scale and a sword, a common symbol of justice. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering.

Invoice from L. J. Levy & Co., importers and dealers in fancy and staple dry goods, located at No. 134 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated April 10, 1852. The bill lists several items, quantities, and prices for the purchase of dry goods by an unknown buyer. The handwritten billhead features ornate lettering and is well-preserved.

Deposit slip from Leon & H. Blum, importers and wholesale dealers in staple and fancy dry goods, located at Bank Buildings, Strand, Galveston, Texas. Dated March 10, 1870. The deposit slip lists a deposit from BLUM, LEON / BLUM, H. and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Invoice from Levy, Dreyfus & Co., importers and manufacturers, located at No. 11 Maiden Lane, New York City. Dated June 29, 1883. The bill lists numerous items, including optical goods, such as lenses, and other items, including a “Stereoscope stamp” and a “Reg. Compass.” Sold to William Hunt of Uniontown, Pennsylvania. The billhead is handwritten. The business was a prominent jeweler and importer of optical goods. The business’s address, the date, and the names of both the buyer and seller appear clearly on the billhead.

This billhead from Lewis Schiele & Co., Importers of Wove Corsets &c., dated April 5, 1873, documents a sale to M. C. Hood & Co. in Boston. The transaction includes "3 Doz. w/ribbed Corsets," "2 Do." of another type, "Laces," an additional 17% charge, and "Stonington Line" charges, totaling $80.44. The terms are "Cash 30 days." The item features an intricate illustration of a corset on the left margin, decorative Victorian-style lettering for the business name "Lewis Schiele & Co." and the tagline "IMPORTERS OF WOVE CORSETS &c.", along with elegant script for the date and customer name. 3.

Billhead from M. Hyman & Co., importers and manufacturers of youths', boys', and children's clothing, located at 120 Sansome Street, San Francisco. Dated June 10, 1887. The bill lists an item purchased, likely clothing, by D. P. Brown & Co. The billhead has printed and handwritten details of the transaction, printed details of the business address, and is printed on a standard grid for recording transactions. It has a hand-written signature of M. Hyman. The billhead also lists A. Stiner and A. Goodkind as company officers.

Invoice from M. J. Isaacs & Co., importers and manufacturers of men's and boys' clothing and gents' furnishing goods. Dated December 16, 1876. The bill indicates a purchase made by N. S. Trowbridge & Co., and lists an item with a price of $2.70. The billhead contains details of the business, such as their address on Market Street and their branch location in New York. The billhead uses ornate lettering and a decorative, framed header section.

This billhead from M. S. Grinbaum & Co., Commission Merchants, based in San Francisco, California, records a transaction on May 17, 1886. The document indicates that Wadhams & Elliott bought 50 bags of rice for a total of 231.25. The billhead prominently displays the company's name and business type (Importers and Commission Merchants) at the top, along with their San Francisco address at 124 California Street and an additional note about their Honolulu, Hawaii, operations. The date is stamped in red.

This billhead records a transaction where Wadhams & Elliott bought 25 bags of rice at 5¼ units each, totaling $131.25, from M. S. Grinbaum & Co., Commission Merchants, in San Francisco. The payment was due in sixty days. The billhead features the business name "M. S. GRINBAUM & CO." in prominent, ornate Victorian-style lettering. A small box in the upper left corner indicates "M. S. GRINBAUM & CO. IMPORTERS And Commission Merchants, HONOLULU H. I." The item also includes a stylized 'G' logo within a diamond shape. Handwritten notations, including the date "Sept 19. 1884" and what appears to be a check mark or "Paid" symbol, are visible.

Invoice from Marcus W. Wolf & Co., importers and wholesale stationers, located at 204 and 206 W. German Street, Baltimore, Maryland. Dated April 4, 1893. The bill lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by G. Wanamaker Manufacturing Co., likely paper goods or stationery items. The invoice lists a total amount due of $1000. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and includes a company logo, a visual depiction of the business's storefront, and a framed header section. Terms of the purchase are outlined on the billhead.

Invoice from Metzler, Rothschild & Co., importers of pipes and smokers’ articles and manufacturers of fine cigars, located at 62 Lake Street, Corner of State, Chicago, Illinois. Dated June 10, 1886. The bill lists a number of items purchased, likely smoking supplies, by W. J. Quan. The billhead features a company logo, a depiction of a building with ornate Victorian-style lettering. It also features a decorative border and an ornate header section.

Billhead from Moses & Co., importers and jobbers of dry goods and manufacturers of clothing and cloaks, located at 126 Main Street, Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated April 15, 1869. The bill details a purchase of goods by S. & M. Rugger. The bill includes an itemized list of the purchase, with prices and quantities for

Invoice from Neustadter Bros., importers of gentlemen's furnishing goods, located at the corner of Pine and Sansome Streets, San Francisco. Dated March 11, 1889. The bill lists items purchased by Babeven & Co., likely for a clothing store, and includes a detailed itemized list and a summation of the price. The bill was likely paid within a 4-month timeframe. The billhead features a decorative logo and ornate lettering.

This billhead documents a transaction from Newbauer & Co. for the sale of 50 tins of 250gr EXTRA-SIZE TELEGRAPH AND METROPOLITAN MATCHES to Messrs Wadhams & Elliott, dated October 24, 1884, in San Francisco. The document features ornate Victorian-style lettering for the business name, a decorative box around the word 'MATCHES,' and includes the text 'Importers and Sole Agents' with a list of other company affiliations. It also bears a large blue circular ink stamp and a purple 'DUPLICATE' stamp.

This billhead from Newwitter, Strassburg & Co., Importers and Jobbers in New York, is addressed to Miss C. McAllister & Son in St. Johnsville, NY, and dated May 26, 1882. It lists items purchased, including "1 ga March Fb", "Theral", and "1 1/2 dozen Bead Gimp," with corresponding quantities and prices. The total amount due is $27.39 after a discount. The billhead features an elaborate company logo depicting a building with "RAPID TRANSIT" above it, and the business name is rendered in ornate Victorian-style lettering. The document also includes ruled lines for accounting and states "ALL CLAIMS TO BE MADE WITHIN 5 DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF GOODS" and "All Bills not paid when due are subject to Drafts." 3.

Invoice for P. Berwin & Brother, importers of hats and caps, located at No. 106 Battery Street, San Francisco. The bill is dated November 22, 1876. The invoice includes an itemized list with detailed descriptions of the hats and caps purchased by N. S. Trowbridge & Company, with the quantity and price of each item. The billhead features an ornate and decorative Victorian-style font, with a framed header section that includes the business name and address. The billhead also includes a printed company logo, which features the business name and a crown. The bill indicates that payment is accepted in U.S. Gold Coin, which is typical for business transactions in this period. In addition, the business name is listed in a smaller font at the top of the bill with an address in New York City.

Invoice from Porter, Slessinger & Co., importers and manufacturers of boots and shoes located at 7 & 9 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Dated November 12, 1885, the bill lists several purchases for J. C. Young, including “Top Moose Farmers Boots,” “Lad’s Baby Button Boots,” and “Child’s Boots Buttons Spy ½.” The bill also lists a total of $33.50. The company logo is featured in the top left corner, and decorative elements include ornate lettering and a detailed border.

Billhead from Rubel & Penglase, Importers & Wholesale Liquor and Cigar Merchants. Dated March 17, 1885. The bill lists a transaction for Mrs. Miller, likely for the purchase of liquor and/or cigars, with itemized prices and amounts. The billhead features a decorative border, a company logo, and a detailed illustration of a building and horse-drawn wagons. The address listed is 4th & Main Streets.

Invoice from S. B. Dinkelspiel & Co., importers of watches, diamonds, jewelry, etc., located at 120 Sutter Street, San Francisco, between Montgomery and Kearny. Dated December 17, 1887. The bill lists a purchase of a ring and other items from the business by D. P. Brown & Co. The bill is for a ring, old gold, and other items with totals and descriptions. The billhead is decorated with a printed header and an elegant script font.

Invoice from S. Haas & Co., importers of clothing, gents' furnishing goods, and other items, located at 223 Montgomery St, San Francisco. Dated January 20, 1866. The bill likely lists the purchase of an item(s) from the business by Feldbush & Co., and includes an itemized list of the transaction. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction. The billhead also notes the business's branches in Nevada, California.

Monthly statement of account from S. M. & M. Rosenbaum, importers and wholesale dealers in dry goods, located at 1209 Main Street, Richmond, Virginia. Dated January 9, 1874. The bill lists a series of purchases likely made by B. H. Skaggs & Co., along with their total cost. The billhead displays a handwritten header in Victorian-style script, with the business's name, address, and type of business clearly labeled.

Billhead from S.W. Rosenstock & Co., manufacturers and importers of boots and shoes, located at 32 & 34 Sansome St., San Francisco. Dated July 5, 1877. The billhead indicates the business is a sole agent for the National Guaranteed Rubber Boots. It lists the buyer as N.S. Trowbridge & Co., and details the items purchased: 5,000 pairs of shoes for $2,250.00. The billhead displays ornate Victorian-style lettering and decorative elements.

Billhead from S.W. Rosenstock & Co., manufacturers and importers of boots and shoes located at 32 & 34 Sansome St., cor. Bush., San Francisco. Dated June 29, 1877. The bill is made out to N.S. Trowbridge & Co. and lists a purchase of 3 pairs of “Men’s Brogue Boots,” 2 pairs of “Topsole” and 1 pair of “Double Sole.” The billhead notes that the business is the sole agent for the National Guaranteed Rubber Boots. The billhead features a large, ornate Victorian-style font for the company name and address.

Invoice from Sam'l Loewenstein, manufacturer and importer of gents' neck wear, silk handkerchiefs, and other goods, located at 52 Lispenard Street, between Church Street and Broadway, New York City. Dated May 5, 1881. The bill lists the purchase of various items, including collars, buttons, shirts, handkerchiefs, and sleeves by Joseph Brooks, likely a retailer or merchant. The billhead includes the business address, date, itemized list, pricing, and a section for payment terms and details. The billhead uses ornate Victorian-style lettering with clear, concise formatting.

Billhead for Schoenfeld, Cohen & Co., importers and manufacturers of French & German fancy baskets, willow and wooden ware, toys, and fancy goods, located at 119 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated November 29, 1875. The billhead is printed in black ink on white paper. The business name and address appear on the upper right side of the billhead, as does the date. The business's inventory is listed in the center, below the business's address and name. The left side of the billhead features an illustration of wicker furniture in black ink.

Billhead from Schweitzer & Co., importers of hosiery, gloves, corsets, ladies' and children's underwear, white goods, embroidery, lace, ribbons, handkerchiefs, and a full line of fancy goods, located at 29 & 31 Battery St., San Francisco. Dated March 19, 1891. The bill lists purchases made by C. Agostini, located in San Andreas. The billhead features ornate script lettering, including the company name and address, and a decorative border. It also includes a list of the items purchased and their prices, along with an itemized breakdown of the total cost.

Invoice from Stearn & Co., importers and jobbers of fancy goods, toys, and novelties, located at 240 to 248 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Dated December 2, 1907. The billhead displays a full picture of the store and the business address printed on the billhead. The invoice lists a purchase of 2 dozen chicken at $0.85 a dozen and 1/2 dozen glass vase at $1.20 a dozen, for a total of $2.70. The billhead indicates the terms of payment are 30 days net and 10 days less 2% discount.

Invoice from Straus, Kohnstamm & Co., importers and wholesale dealers in crockery, china, and glassware. Located at Nos. 102 & 104 Battery Street, San Francisco. Dated August 7, 1877. The bill lists an itemized list of items sold to N. S. Trowbridge & Co. The billhead features a vignette of a silver pitcher and uses red and black ink for printing.

Billhead - 6/25/1881 billhead for Theodore Weil & Company importers and jobbers of hosiery, gloves and notions of Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Company partners were Theodore Weil and L. Bachnheimer.....345 Market Street. Billhead to Honig & Schutter, Retail Clothier in Hazelton, Pennsylvania. Schutter is not Jewish...Isaac Honig was President of the Synagogue.

Invoice from W. & I. Steinhart & Co., importers and manufacturers of clothing, gents' furnishing goods, and blankets, located at No. 3 & 5 Battery Street, San Francisco, California. Also, the company has a location in New York, New York, at No. 82 & 84 Thomas Street. Dated May 2, 1876. The bill was issued to C. O. Ivory, who bought items from the business. The billhead includes a company logo featuring Lady Justice as a central motif.

Billhead - Weil & Levy, importers of fancy goods, cutlery, stationery, playing cards, perfumery, Yankee notions, &c. Located at the corner of Sacramento and Battery Streets, San Francisco. The billhead features a decorative border, ornate lettering, and a list of the business’s products and services. The billhead indicates that Weil & Levy receive goods regularly from Europe and New York. Dated October 2, 1865. The bill is made out to L. Feeder & Bros. The handwriting in the bottom right corner indicates a price of 3.50. The billhead is printed on high quality paper.

Invoice from Weil Brothers, importers and dealers of foreign and domestic wines and liquors, located at 213 Jackson Street, San Francisco. Dated December 11, 1876. The bill is for a purchase by F. Litsch, and lists various items, quantities, and prices. The billhead is printed on white paper with black ink. The text includes an ornate script font for the company name. The billhead lists the business address and phone number.

Billhead from Fuld & Bochlowitz, importers and jobbers of fancy goods, shirts, and drawers. Located at 568.576 Broadway, opposite the Delavan House, and 50-54 James Street, Albany, New York. Dated November 15, 1883.

This billhead belonged to Kaufman Bros. & Bondy, importers and manufacturers of smoking articles, located at 129 & 131 Grand Street, New York, New York. The billhead is dated February 21, 1876. A large number of items are listed on the billhead.

Billhead from Lasker Bros., importers of sponges and chamois, dated May 17, 1884. The billhead lists their address as 100 William Street, New York, New York.

Billhead of Strauss & Sachs, Importers and Commission Merchants for Austrian Pearl Buttons, located at 355 & 357 Broadway. Dated September 1, 1893.

Billhead of Wangenheim Sternheim & Co., importers of crockery, glass, china, silver-plated ware, and Britannia ware. Located at 127 & 129 Sansome Street, San Francisco. Dated October 24th, 1873. The billhead features an illustration of wares. Payable in Gold Coin.

Billhead from Leonard Friedman & Co., importers of Sumatra and Spanish Leaf Tobacco, located at 203 Pearl Street. The billhead is dated December 2, 1893. The billhead is part of the Ms. Coll. 1410 collection.

A letter from Fechheimer & Workum, Importers and Distillers of Wines & Liquors, to the First National Bank of Cassopolis, Michigan, dated April 4, 1876. The letter concerns financial matters, specifically mentioning a payment due related to "Juniper & Selby." The document features a printed letterhead with ornate script for the company name and product, and a standard serif font for the address. The main body of the letter is handwritten on ruled lines. 3.

A business letter written on ornate letterhead from Hexter, May & Co., importers of stoves and metals, located at 124 & 126 Front Street in Portland, Oregon, dated December 4, 1890. The letter is addressed to J. Shields & Co. and references a previous communication regarding "pipe elbows" that were to be forwarded. The letterhead features a detailed, ornate Victorian-style design with the company name and business type prominently displayed, framed by decorative scrollwork and a central emblem, typical of commercial printing of the late 19th century.

This double-sided trade card for Herrman Cohn, an Importer and Wholesale Dealer located at 19 Dupont Street, near Market, San Francisco, CA, advertises a variety of art and decorative items. The business specializes in Moldings, Frames, Engravings, Artists' Materials, Chromos, Photographs, Ornaments or Cut Out Pictures, Decalcomanies, Looking Glasses, and Cords. The front of the card features a circular illustration in red ink of a woman wearing a feathered hat, set within an ornate border, accompanied by the business name and address in decorative Victorian-style lettering. The verso provides a comprehensive list of products and services, also presented with ornate typography and decorative elements. **3.

This trade card for L. Peiser & Co. advertises the business as importers, jobbers, and dealers in a wide range of goods, including Zephyr Worsted, Trimmings, Ribbons, Worsted and Cambrick Embroideries, German and Germantown Woolen and Cotton Yarns, Ladies and Gents Furnishing Goods, Genuine Princess of Wales Kid Gloves, Notions, Jewelry, and Perfumery. The card specifies the business address as No. 38 Spring Street, between First and Court, in Los Angeles, California. The card features an ornate Victorian-style border with decorative elements surrounding the text, and employs various fonts, including bold and stylized lettering, typical of late 19th-century commercial printing.

This trade card for Siegfried & Brandenstein, Tea Importers, features an illustration of a wooden tea crate with "TEA" prominently displayed on one side and "THE PRIDE OF JAPAN" with an image of a tree on another side. The business name "SIEGFRIED & BRANDENSTEIN" is in ornate, Victorian-style lettering at the top, flanked by the names "JOHN C. SIEGFRIED" and "M. J. BRANDENSTEIN." Below the illustration, the word "IMPORTERS" is present, followed by two business addresses: "118 & 120 Market St." and "15 & 17 California St.", with "SAN FRANCISCO, CAL." identified as the location. The card also notes it is "Represented By E. S. La France." The verso of the card contains handwritten notes dated August 19, 1891, detailing a transaction for "Mr. Graus" for items such as "1/2 Ch, 1336 Grit. 15¢" and "Gaurana Salvee, at 25¢ Lb," possibly from E.S. La France, who is noted as a representative on the front. **3.

This trade card for Alfred B. Wenrich, located at 16 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is shaped like a pallet or tray. The card features a bird perched on top. The card has a red border. The card has a single line of description.

The trade card advertises the Golden Rule Bazaar, an importer of fancy goods and toys, located at 519 Hearny Street, San Francisco. The front of the card depicts a large cat holding an advertisement in its mouth, the Golden Rule Bazaar logo. The back of the card provides detailed information about the business.

This trade card advertises the business of S. Seelig, located at 430 Tyler Street in San Francisco, California. The front of the card features a black and white photograph of a man in an elegant suit. The card is divided in half. The top of the card includes the business name, address, and phone number. The bottom half of the card is comprised of text that lists the businesses Seelig represents. The back of the card is blank.

This trade card advertises Wangenheim, Sternheim & Co., importers and jobbers of fancy goods and notions. The front of the card depicts two clowns, one wearing a red and black striped suit, the other a blue and yellow one, playing drunk. The card includes two addresses: 27 & 29 Sutter Street and 520 to 526 Market Street. The back of the card contains more detailed information about the business.

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 H. Baer, an importer and jobber of silk and straw goods, located at 115 Water Street in Cleveland, Ohio. The front of the card displays the business name prominently: "H. BAER IMPORTER AND JOBBER OF SILK & STRAW GOODS." Below the name, the street address, 115 Water Street, is clearly visible. The back of the card is blank. The card was presented by G.W. Lefwenhagen.

This trade card advertises Hermann Hollander, an importer of fancy and leather goods, albums, mirrors, frames, small wares, dolls, and school utensils. The front of the card features the business name and a list of the goods sold, followed by the address: 139 N. Eighth Street, Philadelphia, PA. The card measures approximately 2 1/2 x 4 inches. The back of the card is blank. The card shows slight age discoloration but is in overall good condition.

Trade card for Kahn, Henery & Co., importers and dealers, located at 212 Kearny Street. The card depicts opera glasses in a floral design on the reverse. Circa 1885.