Form: Trade catalogs - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

Extent:: 10 linear foot (11 boxes)
Abstract:: This collection of items from University of Georgia Press, the oldest and largest publication house in the state, consists of trade materials published between 1934 and 1999 that were used by the press at its publication office.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 18 linear foot (365 items)
Abstract:: The Dyeing catalog collection comprises 365 trade catalogs related to the European dyeing industry in the late 19th and early 20th century, with the bulk of the materials from Germany. Most of the catalogs include samples of dye on various types of material, including paper, wood, textiles, yarn, and fur.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 10.5 linear ft. (21 boxes) and 21 containers and one rolled document
Abstract:: James Wood (1839-1925) was "interested in education, philanthropy, in the various branches of agriculture, in archaeology, history, Indian lore, anthropology, science, in prison reform and above all, in the Bible and religion," (ABS, 2). He was also a business man, serving as President of the Genesee Salt Company in Piffard, New York. The James Wood papers are divided into twelve series: "Biographical Material:" "Agriculture;" Business and Financial Material;" "Collected Quaker Material;" "Correspondence;" "Hugh Barbour Writings and Talks regarding James Wood;" "Journals;" "Organizations;" "Photographs and Albums;" "Political Involvement;" Prison Reform;" and lastly, "Writings by James Wood." This collection contains many materials, including correspondence, photographs, record books, awards, and printed material such as newspapers and pamphlets. Given Wood's heavy involvement in agriculture, this collection has high research value for those interested in farming methods, live stock...(see more)

Held at: Haverford College Quaker & Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 1 volume (39 x 32 cm) and 4 oversize removal
Abstract:: The C. B. Cottrell & Sons Co. printing specimens and trade catalogs includes approximately 133 items related to this printing press manufacturer spanning the period 1874 to 1910. Items found in the collection include trade catalogs, advertising cards, broadside and leaflet advertisements, blank stationery, memoranda, ledger sheets, invoices, receipts, and other printing specimens, and other materials related to the business.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: 3 item (7 pages)
Abstract:: A collection comprised of John M. Loftus's materials as an agent for the Richmond School Furniture Co. which includes a letter with envelope, a post card for response, and a descriptive circular picturing the Richmond automatic desk and other models from 1901.

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

Extent:: .1 linear foot (1 folder)
Abstract:: J. Carroll Tobias (1899-1996) was a multi-talented artist from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, who was involved in commercial illustration and printing. The collection comprises correspondence and paper samples (1930-1940).

Held at: University of Delaware Library Special Collections [Contact Us]

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