Subject: Novelties

Billhead from E. J. LEHMANN, a jobber and dealer in bankrupt stocks and job lots of fancy dry goods, notions, jewelry, toys, novelties, and more. Located at 198 State St., 61, 63, 65 & 67 Adams Sts., Chicago, Illinois. Dated March 15, 1873. The bill shows a purchase made by D. D. Davis Archer for various items such as “Shaw Brushes,” “Mazel Dishs,” “Thimbles,” and “Looking Glasses.” The billhead has a printed header and contains handwritten details about the purchase. The amount due is written in both numbers and words as “$9.96.”

Invoice from Goldberg Bros., successors to Amberg & Goldberg, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. Dated September 4, 1896. The bill lists an itemized record of purchases, including items such as a “Pearl Shirt” and “Gold Collar Button,” made by W. E. Jones of Loudonville, Ohio. The billhead has an ornate header section, and includes the business name in bold, large font.

This trade card advertises L. L. Adler's business, "Fancy Goods and Novelties." The front of the card features an illustration of several puppies nestled together in a basket. The image is likely meant to evoke feelings of warmth, cuteness, and perhaps, the idea of treasured items or novelties. Below the image, the card states the address: 290 Chapel Street. The text also mentions that the shop was "Late Lutz & Adler," suggesting a change in business ownership or partnership. The back of the card is blank.

Trade card advertising M. Hamburger's business, located at 306 Broadway, New York City, and 59 Oranienburger, Berlin, Germany. The card advertises "Scrap Pictures, Cards & Novelties." Circa 1885.

Die-cut pink leaf-shaped trade card for M. W. Abrahams, advertising novelties. Located at 919 Olive Street, St. Louis, Missouri. Circa 1885.