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Billhead - A. Cahn & Co., Portland, Oregon, November 1, 1864Billhead - A. Cahn & Co., Portland, Oregon, November 1, 1864

Billhead for A. Cahn & Co., dealers in groceries, provisions, liquors, and other items, located on Front Street in Portland, Oregon. Dated November 1, 1864. The bill lists a purchase of 15 lbs of Java Coffee by Mrs. Failing for the amount of $1.00. The billhead has a printed header, ornate lettering, and clear details of the business address and transaction.

Billhead - Auerbach & Bro., Helena, Montana, November 24, 1873Billhead - Auerbach & Bro., Helena, Montana, November 24, 1873

This billhead from Auerbach & Bro., located in Helena, Montana, dated November 24, 1873, details a transaction with Mss Davis & Wallace. The item listed is "5 Case Coal Oil 50 gall a 70d" for a total of $37.50. Auerbach & Bro. are described as importers and dealers in foreign and domestic groceries, wholesale liquor dealers, cigars, teas, Yankee notions, saddles, and leather. The billhead features a decorative vignette of a sailing ship and includes a 'BOUGHT' stamp. 3.

Billhead - B. Feldmann & Co., Charleston, SC, August 19, 1889Billhead - B. Feldmann & Co., Charleston, SC, August 19, 1889

An invoice from B. Feldmann & Co., dealers in fine family groceries and provisions, located at No. 350 King Street, between Society and George, in Charleston, SC. Dated August 19, 1889, the billhead is addressed to M. Simmons, Milly & Co., detailing a transaction for $1.00. The item features ornate Victorian-style typography for the business name and services, and a decorative border on the left side lists a wide range of grocery products available, including hams, bacon, coffee, tea, sugar, and various liquors. The document also states, "BILLS NOT PAID IN THIRTY DAYS, WILL BE CHARGED INTEREST."

Billhead - B. S. Flersheim & Co., Kansas City, Missouri, November 10, 1887Billhead - B. S. Flersheim & Co., Kansas City, Missouri, November 10, 1887

An invoice from B. S. Flersheim & Co., wholesale liquor dealers, located at 412 Delaware Street, Kansas City, Missouri. The billhead is dated November 10, 1887, and is addressed to J. C. Halladay in Dillon, Montana. The bill shows a transaction for an amount of $385.92 with multiple line items for goods purchased. There is a handwritten note indicating shipment of the goods from Cincinnati. The billhead includes a company logo, printed in green with ornate lettering, and displays the business name and address.

Billhead - Freiberg, Klein and Co., Galveston, Texas, September 9, 1890Billhead - Freiberg, Klein and Co., Galveston, Texas, September 9, 1890

Invoice from Freiberg, Klein & Co., importers, distillers, and rectifiers of wholesale liquor and cigar dealers. Located at 5 & 7 Strand, Galveston, Texas, and 28 & 30 Main St., Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated September 9, 1890. The bill lists three items: 3 doz. assorted brandy, 1 doz. Belle of Anderson Whiskey, and 1 doz. Bourbon Whiskey. The billhead features a company logo with the text “Belle of Anderson,” the company's trademarked whiskey, and the words “Southern Agents” appear below the logo.

Billhead - Goldman & Co., Phoenix, Arizona, October 20, 1883Billhead - Goldman & Co., Phoenix, Arizona, October 20, 1883

A statement of account from Goldman & Co., general merchandise and wholesale liquor dealers, located in Phoenix, Arizona. Dated October 20, 1883. The bill lists a series of transactions between Goldman & Co. and F. M. Fowler, a dealer in hay, grain, alfalfa, and live hogs, for the period of April 28, 1883 to October 20, 1883. The billhead includes an elaborate printed header section, with ornate lettering. The business's name is displayed prominently at the top of the document, along with a description of the goods and services sold.

Billhead - Hardy Solomon, Columbia, South Carolina, April 16, 1868Billhead - Hardy Solomon, Columbia, South Carolina, April 16, 1868

Billhead for Hardy Solomon, a wholesale and retail dealer in family groceries and foreign and domestic liquors, located on Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. Dated April 16, 1868. The bill lists the purchase of 1 box of sugar and 120 lbs of coffee by E. W. Faucell. The billhead has a decorative border and a small illustration depicting a barrel of wine, bottles, and glasses in a framed section. The billhead also features a 2-cent U.S. Internal Revenue stamp at the lower left corner.

Billhead - Hardy Solomon, Columbia, South Carolina, March 3, 1869Billhead - Hardy Solomon, Columbia, South Carolina, March 3, 1869

Invoice from Hardy Solomon, a wholesale and retail dealer in family groceries, foreign and domestic liquors, located on Main Street in Columbia, South Carolina. Dated March 3, 1869. The billhead includes an illustration of barrels, bottles, and a wine glass. The bill lists items bought by P. A. Duncan. It includes a list of quantities, prices, and totals, and a final total of $30.98. The billhead has a printed header and decorative borders.

Billhead - Kirchhoff & Neubarth, Chicago, August 24, 1888Billhead - Kirchhoff & Neubarth, Chicago, August 24, 1888

Invoice from Kirchhoff & Neubarth, Wholesale Dealers in Kentucky Whiskies, Wines, Cognac, Gin, etc., located at No. 59 & 61 Lake Street, Cor. State St., Chicago, Illinois. Dated August 24, 1888. The bill details the purchase of various wines and liquors by R. C. Halliday of Dillon, Montana. The billhead has an ornate, Victorian-style lettering for the business name. The left side of the bill features a scroll graphic with text advertising the Black Rose brand of red wines. The billhead is printed by the Chicago Bank Note Co.

Billhead - L. Auerbach & Bro., Helena, Montana, 1879Billhead - L. Auerbach & Bro., Helena, Montana, 1879

Invoice from L. Auerbach & Bro., importers of and wholesale dealers in wines and liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, smokers' articles, notions, saddlery, and harness. Dated 1879. The billhead displays ornate lettering and a printed image of a woman holding scales. The bill appears to be an account or statement for the buyer, 'Lockey & Co.'.

Billhead - L. Auerbach & Bros., Helena, Montana, November 16, 1874Billhead - L. Auerbach & Bros., Helena, Montana, November 16, 1874

Billhead from L. Auerbach & Bros., importers and wholesale dealers in teas, spices, wines, and liquors, foreign and domestic groceries, cigars, tobacco, notions and smokers' articles, saddlery and hardware, freight, etc. Located in Helena, Montana. Dated November 16, 1874. The bill is addressed to James S. Davis. The billhead has a printed header with an image of a wine barrel, and an ornate border. It also includes business details like location and a notice about claims for damages.

Billhead - Leon Hershberg & Co., Oakland, December 14, 1881Billhead - Leon Hershberg & Co., Oakland, December 14, 1881

Billhead from Leon Hershberg & Co., importers and dealers of foreign and native wines and liquors, located at 851 and 853 Washington Street, Oakland, California. Dated December 14, 1881. The bill lists the purchase of 1 gallon of “Joerem” (likely a type of alcoholic beverage), 1/2 pt of “old Port Wine” and 1/2 pt of “old Rye,” totaling $3.50. The billhead is a standard printed form with handwritten details. The billhead prominently features a large, decorative logo depicting a Russian eagle and the words “Russian Black Balsam” and “Russian Balsamic Bitters.” The company name, address, and products are displayed in ornate, late 19th-century style lettering.

Billhead - N. Rosenfield & Co., Rochester, New York, December 24, 1874Billhead - N. Rosenfield & Co., Rochester, New York, December 24, 1874

Invoice from N. Rosenfield & Co., importers and wholesale dealers of foreign and domestic wines and liquors, and manufacturers of pure rye, monongahela, and bourbon whiskey. Located at No. 7 Atwater St. Rochester NY. Dated December 24, 1874. The bill lists a purchase of various types of alcoholic beverages including Bourbon, Rye and possibly punch? essence, in barrels and 2 gallons, by John Straub. The billhead includes a decorative wood engraving of the distillery building.

Billhead - N. Rosenfield, Rochester, New York, January 2, 1877Billhead - N. Rosenfield, Rochester, New York, January 2, 1877

Invoice from N. Rosenfield, importer and wholesale dealer in foreign and domestic wines, liquors, and cigars, located at No. 7 Atwater St., Rochester, New York. Dated January 2, 1877. The bill lists the purchase of '½ bbl Blue Ridge Bourbon' by John Straub. The billhead includes an image of Rosenfield's distillery and a list of the business's offerings, in ornate Victorian-style lettering. The image has been framed by a thin border.

Billhead - Nathan & Straus, Chicago, Illinois, November 7, 1882Billhead - Nathan & Straus, Chicago, Illinois, November 7, 1882

A two-page billhead, with a printed header, from Nathan & Straus, Wholesale Liquor Dealers, located at 103 State Street, Chicago, IL. The bill lists an itemized account for J.D. Russell, likely a customer, in Billings, Montana. The invoice includes dates, quantities of goods, prices, and an overall total of $103.91. The billhead also notes a payment of $100. The billhead includes a column for the date of transaction, a column for the quantity of goods purchased, a column for the price, a column for the total amount paid, and a column for the date of payment.

Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, December 9, 1885Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, December 9, 1885

Billhead from Rubel & Penglase, importers and wholesale liquor and cigar merchants, dated December 9, 1885. Located at 4th and Main Streets, Ogden, Utah. The bill lists a transaction for Halliday & Co. and includes an itemized list of items and prices for various items including

Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, March 17, 1885Billhead - Rubel & Penglase, Ogden, Utah, March 17, 1885

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.

Billhead - Silverman Bros & Company, Great Falls, Montana, March 2, 1892Billhead - Silverman Bros & Company, Great Falls, Montana, March 2, 1892

Invoice from Silverman Bros & Company, wholesale liquor and cigar dealers, located in Great Falls, Montana. Dated March 2, 1892, the bill is made out to Bateman & Switzer and lists a variety of purchases including Porter, Bitters, and various liquors. The bill has a handwritten note indicating that the bill is paid. The invoice contains a list of items and quantities in a column format, and includes a handwritten total. The billhead is written in cursive script, and the business name, 'Silverman Bros & Company' appears in a larger, more ornate script with a border underneath. It is printed on thin, off-white paper, which is likely common for this period.

Billhead - Silverman Bros. & Co., Great Falls, Montana, March 31, 1892Billhead - Silverman Bros. & Co., Great Falls, Montana, March 31, 1892

Invoice from Silverman Bros. & Co., wholesale liquor and cigar dealers, located in Great Falls, Montana, dated March 31, 1892. The invoice is addressed to Bateman and Sweitzer and lists an itemized account of liquor purchases by quantity and price. The total amount of the invoice is $16.25. The billhead features bold lettering and a clear layout. It is printed on ruled ledger paper.

Billhead - Strasburger & Sperling, Bozeman, Montana, February 10, 1879Billhead - Strasburger & Sperling, Bozeman, Montana, February 10, 1879

Billhead from Strasburger & Sperling, dealers in Dry Goods, Clothing, Millinery Goods, Groceries, Liquors and Provisions. The billhead lists a series of transactions with Richard Lookey, likely for various goods or services offered by the business. The billhead includes an itemized list of transactions, with corresponding dates and amounts. The business name includes a decorative font, with an ornate Victorian style lettering.

Billhead - Weil Brothers, San Francisco, California, December 11, 1876Billhead - Weil Brothers, San Francisco, California, December 11, 1876

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.

Letter - Greenhood, Bohm & Co., Virginia City, Montana, December 5, 1878Letter - Greenhood, Bohm & Co., Virginia City, Montana, December 5, 1878

A two-page handwritten letter from Greenhood, Bohm & Co., a wholesale and retail clothier, addressed to partner Ike (Isaac Greenhood) in Virginia City, Montana Territory. The letter discusses various business matters, including an illness that prevented the writer from attending to business, the potential future location of a new store based on railroad development, current retail business profits, and cigar sales. The writer notes that the business has made over $5000 this year. The letterhead features the business name "GREENHOOD, BOHM & CO." in an ornate, period-typical font, with listed addresses in Helena, Montana; 215 Sansome St., San Francisco, Cal.; and 152 Chambers St., New York.

Trade Card - Fernberger Bros., Philadelphia, circa 1885Trade Card - Fernberger Bros., Philadelphia, circa 1885

This trade card advertises the specialties of Fernberger Bros., offering "Pure Old Rye Whisky" for $3.00 per gallon and "Fine Brandy for Mince Meat" for $2.50 per gallon. The card notes that orders by mail receive prompt and careful attention. The design features an illustration of an owl perched on a branch, with an insect nearby, set against a yellow sunburst background on the left side. The text is presented in a combination of decorative and standard typefaces, with information about the quality and purported health benefits of their products.