Ghost River : the fall and rise of the Conestoga / story, Lee Francis 4 ; art, Weshoyot Alvitre ; editor, Will Fenton.
Title
Ghost River the fall and rise of the Conestoga
Description
"Told from the Indian perspective, this graphic novel depicts the massacre of 20 unarmed Conestoga Indians in colonial Pennsylvania in December 1763 by a vigilante group of Scots-Irish frontiersmen known as the "Paxton Boys", first six Conestoga People at a settlement near what is now Millersville, and then fourteen remaining Indians -- six adults and eight children that were under protective custody -- days later in Lancaster. The graphic novel is half of the book. The other half contains interpretive materials and reproductions of historical documents. It also provides instructional guidelines supplied by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History."--, "Ghost River: The Fall and Rise of the Conestoga is part of Redrawing History: Indigenous Perspectives on Colonial America, a project of the Library Company of Philadelphia supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage"-- Book's official website., Contents: Introduction / Will Fenton -- Artist statements / Lee Francis 4 & Weshoyot Alvitre -- Ghost River: graphic novel -- Indigenous representation in comics and graphic novels / Michael Sheyahshe -- Print and place in the Paxton crisis / Scott Paul Gordon -- Passion, politics, and portrayal in the Paxton debates / Judith Ridner -- Primary sources / Will Fenton -- Script and annotations -- Murder on the frontier: the Paxton massacre / Ron Nash & John McNamara.
Creator
Francis, Lee, IV, author
Date
2019
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Stack Uy1 A6270.O
Crystal Palace. Industry of All Nations Exhibition. New York City, 1853
Title
Crystal Palace. Industry of All Nations Exhibition. New York City, 1853
Description
Illustrated envelope containing a reproduction of the view of the world's fair building delineated by Jocelyn and published by New York printer Charles Magnus. View also shows street traffic, including individuals greeting each other, a boy running, and a horse-drawn carriage. The building located between Fifth and Sixth avenues on 42nd Street was designed by Johan Bernhard Georg Carstensen and Charles Gildemeister., Return address printed in upper right corner: Raymond Marsh, 210 Sedgwick Drive, Syracuse, N.Y. Marsh was a scholar of Charles Magnus who wrote "Some Characteristics of Charles Magnus and his Products (1826-1900)," The American Philatelist (September 1949)., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Michael Zinman.
Date
[ca. 1949]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Trade cards [P.2008.36.109]
A plan of the borough of Harrisburg.
Title
A plan of the borough of Harrisburg
Description
Reproduction of the grid street map showing the old 8th Ward of the city after incorporation into Harrisburg city limits in 1838. Includes the area between the Susquehanna River and Paxton Creek and Paxton Street to North street. Also includes bridges, the Harrisburg and Lancaster Railroad, and Pennsylvania Canal., Includes "Explanation" of key to twenty major landmarks (A-T), including the State Capitol, Court House, and several churches., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1938]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Miscellaneous [P.2011.10.179]
p. 25
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 16
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 18
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 13
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 14
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 15
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 28
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 30
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 31
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 32
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
Cover
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 19
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 20
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 21
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 1
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 12
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 22
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 23
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 24
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 26
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
p. 27
Title
Philadelphia. The birthplace of liberty. Official souvenir view book Sesqui-Centennial International Exposition
Description
Souvenir containing portraiture and views of exhibition sites and Philadelphia landmarks. Portraiture depicts members of the "Executive Staff-Sesqui Centennial Exhibition Association" and prominent members of the Lu Lu Temple, including Mayor W. Freeland Kendrick; Capt. Asher C. Baker, Director in Chief; R.J. Pearse, Director of Works; Axel Malm, Director of Exhibits; S. Van T. Jester, Executive Secretary; Mrs. J. Willis Martin, Chairman Women's Board; Albert H. Ladner, Jr., Past Illustrious Potentate of Lu Lu Temple; William Heim, High Priest and Prophet of Lu Lu Temple; and Walter Fancourt, Jr., Assistant Rabban of Lu Lu Temple. Exhibition views include: Main Entrance, Liberal Arts Palace; Convention Hall, auditorium; Section of Palace of Varied Industries; Vista of Fine Arts Palace; Director of Public Welfare Charles H. Grakelow's address to the Boy Scouts during opening ceremonies; Tower of Light; Illuminating Effect on the Palace of Agriculture; Franklin Trust Co., offical bank on the grounds; Taj-Mahal Palace of India; "Orient" concessions; Palace of Fine Arts; Florida Building; participants in the "Know Your City" tour of the grounds; Outlook, League Island; and "Two Million Dollar Stadium" (i.e, later John F. Kennedy Stadium)., Philadelphia landmarks include Franklin Trust Building (15th and Chestnut); University of Pennsylvania; Christ Church; Liberty Bell; Independence Hall; Carpenter's Hall; William Penn Statue (Pennsylvania Hospital); Benjamin Franklin's Grave; Horticultural Hall (Fairmount Park); Wm. Penn's Mansion (Fairmount Park); Old Tun Tavern; Benjamin Franklin, Ritz Carlton, Bellevue Statford, and Adelphia hotels; Philadelphia & Reading Terminal; Elverson Building; Wanamaker's Store (1200 block Chestnut); Penn Athletic Club; Franklin Institute; City Hall; Girard College-Main Building; Broad Street Station; League Island Navy Yard; and Great Cranes in League Island Navy Yard. Several views include exhibition visitors and street and pedestrian traffic. Also contains "Bird's Eye View of Philadelphia," including the Delaware River Bridge and reproductions of the Declaration of Independence and catalog cover for the Women's Committee exhibition "'High Street' Old Philadelphia 1776." The exhibition near the Navy Yard celebrated the 150th anniversary of independence in Philadelphia through attractions and entertainment in the form of pageants, exhibitions, and sporting events., Paper binding embossed with illustration in gold and blue depicting the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. Also includes an ornament marked "1926.", Illustrated title page depicting views of "Tower of Light" and "Tower of City Hall at Night.", Gift of Michael Zinman., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Cardinell, John D.
Date
[c1926]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Souvenirs [P.2008.36.50]
The Philadelphia Wagon manufactured by Rech-Marbaker Co. Girard Ave & 8th St. Philadelphia Pa.
Title
The Philadelphia Wagon manufactured by Rech-Marbaker Co. Girard Ave & 8th St. Philadelphia Pa Wagons. Coaches. Autombiles. Ambulances. Nothing to risk when we do your work
Description
Advertisement blotters, reused as mounts, containing calendars and vignette views of wagons designed for specific firms by the manufactory. Wagons include H.H. Battles, flowers; Dexter's Tip-Top Bread (Springfield, Mass.); and Lit Brothers Furniture. Also contains cut-outs of fashionable female figures attired in dresses captioned in type "Most Beautiful"; "Merry Youth"; and "Easy Always" pasted on the versos., Printed below title: Wm. A. Rech, President; W. E. Marbaker, Vice President; and J. Edwin Rech, Secretary and Treasurer., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[1913]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.50-52]
The home of Grit, Williamsport, Pa.
Title
The home of Grit, Williamsport, Pa
Description
Advertising postcard showing an exterior view of the front and side facade of the newspaper publishing offices purchased in 1891. Signage reading "Grit, America's Greatest Family Newspaper" adorns the building. Vinery climbs past the first floor windows and the landscaped lawn includes flowers spelling "Grit." Grit was founded in 1882 as the Saturday edition of the "Daily Sun and Banner" before the name was bought by Dietrick Lamade circa 1885. By 1900, the weekly circulation of the rural newspaper was 100,000., Split back., Stamped on verso: UNCO Trademark Registered., Advertising text printed on verso: The Home of Grit, "America's Greatest Family Newspaper," at Williamsport, Pa. is the largest building in the world exclusively occupied by a weekly newspaper. Grit is the largest, best illustrated and most complete Family Newspaper published. Grit is unlike any other newspaper, possessing many distinctive features and presenting contents so varied and plentiful that it interests every member of the household wherever located. Over 250,000 copies of Grit are circulated each week in over 12,000 cities, towns and villages throughout the United States., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1910]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Miscellaneous [P.2011.10.182]
[Collection of designs for letters and monograms, by J.M. Bergling.]
Title
[Collection of designs for letters and monograms, by J.M. Bergling.]
Description
Collection title devised by cataloger., Contents: [1] Combined initials AA through CG, printed in green and blue ink -- [2] Combined initials CH through ES, printed in green and blue ink -- [3] Renaissance alphabet letters A through I -- [4] Renaissance alphabet letters J through R, which appeared as leaf 27 in v. 1 of Bergling's Art monograms and lettering, 5th ed. (Chicago 1912) -- [5] Renaissance alphabet letters S through Z (letter U/V torn off), which appeared as leaf 28 in v. 1 of Bergling's Art monograms and lettering, 5th ed. (Chicago 1912) -- [6] Monogram ESA inside ornamental border, which appeared as leaf 29 in v. 2 of Bergling's Art monograms and lettering, 5th ed. (Chicago 1912)., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012.
Creator
Bergling, J. M. (John Mauritz), 1866-1933
Date
[191-?]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Books & Other Texts | Rare Coll. Doret Letter designs 111894.O (Doret)
E.I. Du Pont De Nemours & Company. Wilmington, Del. U.S.A. Manufacturers of explosives of every kind. Established 1802.
Title
E.I. Du Pont De Nemours & Company. Wilmington, Del. U.S.A. Manufacturers of explosives of every kind. Established 1802
Description
Cut-out label containing a view of a gunboat. Also includes pictorial details depiciting cannons. The DuPont firm, the leading manufacturer of explosives in the United states through the 19th century, was the world's largest producer of explosives during World War I., REG. U.S. PAT. OFFICE. M. IND. RGTRDA. NUM. [8?]886. Nov. [12th?] 190[8?], Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1908]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Labels [P.2011.10.95]
John Orr's Cohocksink's leading hardware store, 2033 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia.
Title
John Orr's Cohocksink's leading hardware store, 2033 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia
Description
Trade card containing a bust-length portrait of John Orr. Also contains list of "Where To Buy Reliable Goods, Just Dealing, Polite Attention and - Low Prices - Guaranteed by the following Popular Business Houses" printed on verso. Ten North Philadelphia and Germantown businesses listed, include Orr's, "Enterprise Laundry," "Undertaker and Embalmer" Henry Schneider, "General Upholsterer" Geo. F. Chinery, and "Original Diamond St. Grocer" Edmund A. Ryan., Printed on recto: [over], Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1905]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.43]
Holland Laundry Incorporated, cor. 17th and Cayuga Sts., Philadelphia
Title
Holland Laundry Incorporated, cor. 17th and Cayuga Sts., Philadelphia May we call for your laundry?
Description
Advertisement depicting a "Holland Laundry" horse-drawn delivery wagon traveling down the road from an estate. Scene also includes a roadside sign with the firm's logo on display., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1905]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.33]
Take a ride on the 25 mile per hour day steamers Penn & Lord Baltimore or Ericsson Line between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Leaving each end daily 7-30 every morning, commencing May 9th night boat 5 p.m. daily except Sunday
Title
Take a ride on the 25 mile per hour day steamers Penn & Lord Baltimore or Ericsson Line between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Leaving each end daily 7-30 every morning, commencing May 9th night boat 5 p.m. daily except Sunday
Description
Die-cut celluloid bookmark advertising the Baltimore and Philadelphia Steamboat Company. Bookmark shaped and printed to represent a carp. The steamboat company, established in 1844 by John S. Shriver, originally hauled freight until the increased demand for passenger service circa 1876. The firm operated until circa 1959., Title from advertising text on verso., Date inferred from advertisement in "The Official Railway Guide: North American Freight Service Edition" (1904)., On verso: Book Mark., Motto printed on verso: "It Takes a Live Fish to Go Up Stream. Any Dead One Can Float Down., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler., Whitehead & Hoag, established in 1892, was one of the largest advertising firms at the turn of the century, as well as patented celluloid.
Date
[ca. 1904]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Miscellaneous [P.2011.10.173]
Machinery Building (official). World's Fair, St. Louis, 1904.
Title
Machinery Building (official). World's Fair, St. Louis, 1904
Description
Illustrated envelope for the Louisiana Purchase Exposition held in honor of the centennial anniversary of the Louisiana Purchase in St. Louis, Mo., April 30-December 1, 1901. Shows the Palace of Machinery built after the designs of Windman, Walsh & Boisselier. A fountain adorns the grounds across which vistors stroll and sit on benches. The machinery building contained exhibits related to advancements in technology, as well as the generator built by General Electric to power the entire exhibition., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Michael Zinman.
Date
[1904]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Trade cards [P.2008.36.108]
Ask for Bell Bros. Co.'s sheep-lined coats and ulsters. Manufactured by Bell Bro's Co. Dubuque, Ia.
Title
Ask for Bell Bros. Co.'s sheep-lined coats and ulsters. Manufactured by Bell Bro's Co. Dubuque, Ia
Description
Pictorial envelope containing an image of a bearded man attired in a heavy, sheep lined coat, cap, and gloves. The man also holds a lit pipe. Bell Bros. Company was incorporated in 1888., Title from advertising text., Addressed in manuscript to: Flancy & Co., Argusville, N.D., Contains on recto: ink-stamp postmark: Dubuque, Iowa Jul 1, 1902 7 PM and cancelled two-cent oval stamp printed in red ink and depicting the profile of George Washington., Contains on verso: ink-stamp postmark Argusville, N. Dak, Jul 2, 1902., Date inferred from postmarks., Printed upper left corner: After 10 days, return to Bell Bros. company, Cor. Fourth & Locust Street, DUBUQUE, IOWA., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1902]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Envelopes [P.2011.10.71]
F[ire] and P[olice] Dept. Record. [certificate] [graphic].
Title
F[ire] and P[olice] Dept. Record. [certificate]
Description
Blank membership certificate for members of fire and police departments that contains eleven views, some montages, documenting the activities of life as a police officer and fireman. Views include call boxes in use by concerned citizens; scenes of rescue, including victims pulled from fires and the restraining of run-away horses and of crowd control, including police assistance during a fire alarm; police in a horse-drawn wagon in a shoot out with a mob throwing bricks; police manning and marching in a parade; racing fire engines and trucks; and a courtroom scene. Also includes a vignette showing a policeman and fireman shaking hands in front of a call box; pictorial details of a billy club, an ax, and flags of different nations; and a border containing cornices depicted as police and firemen helmets. Imagery surrounds a blank entry for genealogical, professional, and death information., Gift of David Doret., Vickroy, a prominent Indiana fine arts publisher, specialized in genealogical and fraternal order certificates.
Creator
J. M. Vickroy Co.
Date
c1902
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department **GC - Certificates - Fire [P.2009.6.3]
Pan American Exposition. This pretty little boy insists that___ Heide's licorice pastilles, mint and assorted jujubes are the best.
Title
Pan American Exposition. This pretty little boy insists that___ Heide's licorice pastilles, mint and assorted jujubes are the best 5 [cents] boxes. Most delicious. Try them and be convinced. Sold Everywhere
Description
Trade card issued during the world's fair held in Buffalo, N.Y., May 1-November 2, 1901. Depicts a rosey-cheeked boy attired in a sailor suit holding different varieties of boxes of Heide's candies. He stands in front of an open crate of the confections. Henry Heide founded the Heide Candy Company in 1869, which was later purchased by the Hershey Foods Corporation in 1995 and Farley's & Sathers Candy Co. in 2002., Barely legible facsimile of Sarah Berhnardt testimonial dated 1901 printed on verso. Also contains partially legible trademark for "Hotel Savoy, Fifth Avenue and Fifty Ninth Street, New York.", Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Michael Zinman.
Date
[1901]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Trade cards [P.2008.36.106]
Ethnology Building.
Title
Ethnology Building
Description
Trade card issued for the world's fair held in Buffalo, N.Y., May 1-November 2, 1901 depicting the Ethnology Building built after the designs of George Cary. Shows fair visitors entering the classical-style building adorned with Renaissance decorative treatment, which housed ethnographic and archaeological exhibits of the Niagara area. Lewis Gibb and John Bucher formed Bucher & Gibbs in 1870., Copyrighted by the Pan-American Exposition Co., Illustrated advertisement for "The Butcher & Gibbs Plow Co., Canton, Ohio. U.S.A." printed on verso. Illustration depicts a scene between a Butcher & Gibbs agent, with a plow, and a farmer declaring "The Imperial is the Best Plow in the World" surrounded by vignettes depicting a disc harrow, spring tooth harrow, spike tooth harrow, and one horse cultivator., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Michael Zinman.
Date
c1901
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Trade cards [P.2008.36.107]
Raffaele Orlando, tin smith, 1213 So. 7th Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Title
Raffaele Orlando, tin smith, 1213 So. 7th Street, Philadelphia, Pa
Description
Trade card containing a vignette showing an "Excelsior" cooking stove., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.42]
Soapine is the very best washing powder.
Title
Soapine is the very best washing powder
Description
Trade card for the Philadelphia branch of the Kendall Manufacturing Company containing a view by English artist and illustrator Helena Maguire who specialized in country scenes of animals and women. Shows a group of three rabbits in front of their hutch. One sniffs a lettuce leaf., Title from advertising text printed on verso. Text also reads: New Large Package, 5c. Former 5c. Package reduced to 3c. Quality Guaranteed. to get one of our magnificent Mounted Pictures, bring 25 Whales cut from the packages, or 10 Whales and 15 Fronts of Wrappers from Kendall Mfg. Co.'s Soaps to our Office, 1207 Fairmount Ave., Phila, Pa. They cannot be mailed., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.57]
Super, Marshall & Co., Philadelphia. Great Britain
Title
Super, Marshall & Co., Philadelphia. Great Britain
Description
Embossed textile label for the Philadelphia linen dealer reincorporated as Super, Marshall & Co. in 1889. Contains the image of an armored arm holding a battle axe in its hand framed by pictorial details representative of royalty, including a crown., Printed and in manuscript on recto: No. 8641., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Labels [P.2011.10.171]
Major H. (English hackney.) J. L. Huye, owner, Lancaster, Pa.
Title
Major H. (English hackney.) J. L. Huye, owner, Lancaster, Pa
Description
Trade card containing vignette of a hackney horse wtih bobbed tail and wearing a bridle., Manuscript notes, calculations, and scribbles in pencil and pen on verso., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.38]
Compliments of Krell=French Piano Co. High grade piano makers, New Castle, Ind.
Title
Compliments of Krell=French Piano Co. High grade piano makers, New Castle, Ind
Description
Die-cut trade card shaped as a flower promoting the firm in operation under the name Krell-French 1896-1905. Card adorned with separate die-cut butterfly., Distributor's stamp on verso: H.C. Wagner Co. Pianos. 3425 Germantown Ave. Philadelphia., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.29]
Samuel F. Heflick, Pittsburg, Pa. Heflick's rein supporter. Price card.
Title
Samuel F. Heflick, Pittsburg, Pa. Heflick's rein supporter. Price card
Description
Advertisement containing an image of a rein supporter attached to the hitch of a carriage between the cab of the vehicle and the rump of the harnessed horse. Also contains pricing information: one dozen = $18.00; 1=2 gros, per doz. 15.00; one gros, per doz. 12.00., Date inferred from patent date of rein supporter: October 25, 1898., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.30]
Surveyor
Title
Surveyor
Description
Cigar box label showing George Washington as a surveyor. Washington, carrying a transit over his shoulder, leads his horse from Mount Vernon., Printed below image: Title and Design Registered., Attributed to American Lithographic Company from proof print auctioned in 2008., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Labels [P.2011.10.105]
Forest
Title
Forest
Description
Cigar box label showing a felled tree, in a forest, laying over a log and with an ax struck into it., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Labels [P.2011.10.106]
The F.G. Farnharm Brush Man'f'g Co. Manufacturers of shoe manufacturers, brass polishers & nickel platers' wheel brushes from 5 to 24 inches diameter. Glass cutters wheel, feeding up & swab brushes & flat glass cutters' wheel brushes. Lock box 642, Honesd
Title
The F.G. Farnharm Brush Man'f'g Co. Manufacturers of shoe manufacturers, brass polishers & nickel platers' wheel brushes from 5 to 24 inches diameter. Glass cutters wheel, feeding up & swab brushes & flat glass cutters' wheel brushes. Lock box 642, Honesdale, Pa., U.S.A Brushes made to order
Description
Trade card containing a vignette image of Farnham's "Our 'Great Mogul' 14 to 24 inch Diam. patented" circular brush. Pictorial details also include filigree and banners., Names of incorporated firm's officers printed on recto: N. C. Farnham, Sec'y. F. C. Farnham, Pres.; F. G. Farnham, Treas.; F. G. Farnham, Mgr.; Thos. R. Thirsk, Supt., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1900]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.24]
Manufactures & Liberal Arts Bl'd'g.
Title
Manufactures & Liberal Arts Bl'd'g
Description
Trade card issued during the Columbian Exposition of 1893 advertising Maine shoemaker E. A. Noble. Contains a view showing the exhibition's largest building built after the designs of George B. Post. Visitors walk the grounds and on an adjacent pier across from the "Grand Basin" on which several sail and steamboats travel. The exposition held in Chicago May 1-October 30, 1898 celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's arrival in the New World in 1492., Printed on verso: E. A. Noble, boots, Shoes, & rubbers, Repairing and Custom Work. Currier Block, Water Street, Hallowell, Maine., Contains promotional text devised as a poem on verso. Begins "He has Boots and Shoes, and Rubbers of gum,... and concludes "For E.A. Noble can fit them all, I've heard Tell, if she's Boston's wit, or Chicago's bell.", Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Michael Zinman.
Date
[1893]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Michael Zinman World's Fairs Collection - Trade cards [P.2008.36.81]
Reading's Sesqui-Centennial, Reading, Pa. Jubilee Week June 5th to 12th, 1898. 150th Anniverary.
Title
Reading's Sesqui-Centennial, Reading, Pa. Jubilee Week June 5th to 12th, 1898. 150th Anniverary
Description
Pictorial envelope designed by Sesqui-centennial committee members Samuel Dilbert, W. Morris Deischer and Howard L. Boas containing a menagerie of imagery bordering two vignettes. Vignettes depict a view of the Reading "Court House, 1782-1841" and a view captioned "1748" showing Native Americans near a teepee watching a traveling Conestoga wagon from across a river. Other images show a locomotive, factories, train shed, and a winged female allegorical figure holding a trumpet and bolt of lightning, probably representing progress. An anvil, gear, and angle rest at the figure's feet. Over 700, 000 envelopes were printed and distributed nationally. The sesqui-centennial celebration included band concerts; civic, firemen, and industrial parades; grand illuminations; fireworks; and an equestrian and bicycle day., Addressed in manuscript to: Ronalds & Johnson Co., 139 N. 7th St., Philadelphia, Pa., Printed in red ink on recto: Return to E. S. Summons' Plumbing & Heating Co., 209 N. 6th St., Reading, Pa., Ink-stamp postmark on verso: Received Philadelphia, PA Mar 31, 1898 6 30 PM., Publication information from Morton Luther Montgomery, History of Reading, Pennsylvania: and the anniversary proceedings of the sesquice-centennial, June 5-12, 1898 (1898)., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[c1897]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Envelopes [P.2011.10.89]
The Buick & Sherwood Mfg Co., manufacturers & dealers in sanitary specialties. Detroit, Mich.
Title
The Buick & Sherwood Mfg Co., manufacturers & dealers in sanitary specialties. Detroit, Mich
Description
Pictorial envelope containing a vignette bird's eye view showing the plumbing fixtures manufactory at "Cor. Champlain St. & Meldrum Ave."Street and pedestrian traffic, including a streetcar are visible in the foreground. Trains and surrounding cityscape are visible in the background. Buick & Sherwood was established circa 1884 with partners D.D. Buick and William Sherwood. The firm invented several plumbing innovations by the late 1880s and in 1899 was sold to Sanitary Manufacturing Company., Title from printed return address., Addressed in type to: Messrs. J.D. Johnson & Co., Philadelphia, Pa., Date inferred from ink-stamped postmark: Detroit, MI., Aug 22, [18]95 6 PM., Contains cancelled oval two-cents stamp printed in green and containing a profile portrait of George Washington., Printed upper left corner: In 5 Days Return To., Contains on verso: ink-stamp postmark: received Philadelphia, PA, Aug 24, 1895 5AM., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1895]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Envelopes [P.2011.10.74]
Myerstown Enterprise, Myerstown, Penna. Message by Mail. An angry message.
Title
Myerstown Enterprise, Myerstown, Penna. Message by Mail. An angry message
Description
Advertisement blotter depicting a satiric, whimsical scene with two women and a life-size, stamped envelope. A woman gesturing in anger stands on one end, and another, attired in hat, coat, and bustled skirt, stands and looks taken aback on the other. Also contains rates for the "Advertising Schedule of the Myerstown Enterprise, W. S. Uhrich, Publisher, Myerstown, Pa." printed on verso. Rates based on one to three weeks, one to six months, and one year and inches and column size range from $.50 to $80. Myerstown Enterprise was issued 1888-1919., Date inferred from clothing of figures depicted., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1895]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.40]
You cannot blot out...the fact that Louis Heilbron sells the best furniture, carpets, and bedding at most reasonable prices, at the largest furniture house in Reading, Pa. 838-840 Penn Street
Title
You cannot blot out...the fact that Louis Heilbron sells the best furniture, carpets, and bedding at most reasonable prices, at the largest furniture house in Reading, Pa. 838-840 Penn Street
Description
Advertisement blotter containing a genre scene showing a young girl pulling two boys, one holding an umbrella, in a wagon made from a crate., Cataloging funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (PW-506-19-10), 2010-2012., Gift of Helen Beitler and Estate of Helen Beitler.
Date
[ca. 1895]
Location
Library Company of Philadelphia | Print Department Helen Beitler Graphic Ephemera Collection - Trade cards & Blotters [P.2011.10.31]

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