Subject: Real estate

This handwritten court document, dated March 28, 1871, from Charleston County, South Carolina, is a "Notice of Appeal" submitted by John Phillips on behalf of the legal firm Simons & Simons. It pertains to a lawsuit filed by Theodore M. Cater against Gustavus Poznanski concerning a dispute over lease terms. The document outlines two main grounds for appeal: first, that there was insufficient evidence for the plaintiff's claim of one thousand dollars in damages, and second, that the case was poorly prepared, arguing that the defendant (Poznanski) should pay an annual lease. The document is written on lined paper and shows signs of age, including fold marks and water stains.

This legal deed records the sale of a cemetery plot (Lot No. 21, Sec. No. 13) in Mount Hope Cemetery by the Phoenix Widow and Orphan Aid Society to Isak Traub. The transaction, dated December 7, 1884, was for the sum of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). The document details the terms of the sale and includes the "Rules and Regulations of the Mount Hope Cemetery." The cover features prominent, ornate Victorian-style lettering for the word "Deed" and calligraphic script for the buyer's name. 3.

An 1854 copy of a land warrant issued by The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in December 1792. The warrant grants Hyman Gratz the right to a certain quantity of land in Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania, which was surveyed for Simon Gratz. The transaction involved payment of "fifty shillings" per hundred acres. The document notes Thomas Mifflin, then Governor of the Commonwealth, as a witness, and Daniel Brodhead as Surveyor General. The copy was likely made in 1854 for the settlement of Simon Gratz's estate. The item features an engraved depiction of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's state seal at the top, along with ornate script and various handwritten annotations.

This deed records the direct purchase of one thousand acres of land from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania by Moses Levy. The land is described as "Indian land East of the Allegheny river and Conawags creek." The document references several Acts of Assembly from 1784, 1788, and 1792, which regulated land sales and warrants. The deed is signed by Thomas Mifflin as Governor of the Commonwealth and Daniel Brodhead as Surveyor-General. The document features handwritten text in a formal script, a circular embossed seal (likely from the Land-Office), and a revenue stamp. 3.

This manuscript is a legal document, possibly a lease of property or an estate settlement document, concerning land in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It involves individuals such as Simon Gratz, Michael Gratz, and Hyman Gratz, with references to their attorneys. The document includes several handwritten endorsements and agreements regarding land rights and transfers, dated March 14, 1810, and March 23, 1812. Portions of the text discuss the assignment of rights by individuals like Benjamin Eddy and Richard Barker, and mention Samuel Barber and Nieager Bennett. The document features handwritten text in ink on aged paper, with visible water damage or stains, and consists of multiple folded sections.

This item consists of a legal document granting land on Haverford Road/Street to Enoch G. Hopkins, John Sloan, and Joseph L. Moss on May 1, 1859, accompanied by seven certificates. These certifications, issued by the District Court and Court of Common Pleas for the City and County of Philadelphia, attest that there are no unsatisfied mortgages or judgments against the property of Hopkins, Sloan, and Moss. The documents are addressed to A. D. Boileau from M. J. Davis and are dated throughout June 1859. The documents feature ornate handwritten script, characteristic of the mid-19th century, with various signatures from court officials and parties involved. **3.

This printed letter, dated February 29, 1884, is addressed to New York City Mayor Franklin Edson. It advocates for the enlargement of the city's park area, specifically Central Park, arguing that such an expansion would be a wise financial investment, increasing tax revenue and property values. The letter includes detailed financial calculations related to the cost of Central Park and the projected increase in property values and tax collections. The document features a prominent, centered heading: "MORE PUBLIC PARKS. IMPORTANT LETTER TO MAYOR EDSON." Below the printed text, there are handwritten annotations listing the names of numerous signatories, along with some of their professional titles or affiliations, such as bank presidents and a U.S. Assistant Treasurer. An additional handwritten note at the bottom states that the signatories "representing an aggregate capital in various forms of real or personal more than one thousand millions of dollars." 3.

A handwritten letter from M. Chambers to Horace Moses, dated Philadelphia, June 23, 1852. Chambers responds to Moses's note regarding ground rent in Richmond, expressing displeasure about a perceived threat and stating his intention to settle the matter. Chambers mentions being engaged with building in Jersey and his usual practice of annual ground rent payments. The letter is handwritten on plain paper, folded, with a postmark visible on the reverse side.

This is a letter from Steele & Levy, Real Estate & Insurance Agents, located in Wichita, Kansas, dated June 21, 1877, addressed to W. H. Doures Esq. The letter concerns a financial draft for rent. The letterhead features ornate Victorian-style lettering for "OFFICE OF STEELE & LEVY" and "Real Estate & Insurance Agents," along with a decorative border around the business name. 3.

This is a receipt documenting a financial transaction between Solomon Levy and Simon Levy. The receipt, dated September 29, 1881, notes the receipt of bonds from Simon Levy for the purchase of property from Solomon Levy. The receipt's text is written in cursive script. The location, Eufaula, Alabama, is clearly stated. The image shows a small piece of paper, with text written primarily in ink. The background is a mottled light yellow/cream color. [Information about the individuals involved or the nature of the property transaction is not included in the provided data.] The back of the receipt is NOT ENOUGH INFO.

This double-sided trade card advertises two distinct businesses operated by S. Meyers in Philadelphia. One side presents "S. Meyers" as a "DEALER IN REAL ESTATE," offering services such as "HOUSES BOUGHT AND SOLD AND TO RENT," "MONEY TO LOAN," and "MORTGAGES NEGOTIATED." This side lists two office addresses: 10 North Third Street and 1535 North Eighth Street, Philadelphia. The text uses various bold and shaded serif fonts, giving it a formal and established appearance typical of late 19th-century business advertisements. The reverse side features "S. Meyers & Co." as "Wholesale Clothiers," located at "No. 10 North Third St., Philadelphia." This side employs an elaborate script font for the business name and an ornate, gothic-style font for the "Wholesale Clothiers" designation, common for decorative typography of the period. **3.