Historic New England

Sav-A-Chair rung fastener, Fulton Products Co., New York, NY, circa 1935

Advertisement for rung fasteners from the Fulton Products Company. Advertisement shows consumer how to attach rung fasteners onto chairs, and provides 10 samples. Three samples are missing from this advertisement. The top of the card lists the patent number for the rung fasteners, and the back of th...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 359712

Ref. Code: EP001.01.050.02.03.01.024

Carley Life Float Company collection, circa 1915, 1917

Collection contains one albumen print on mount, one letter and envelope, one postal card, and one product specifications related to the Carley Life Float Company of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The albumen print depicts approximately thirty undidentified boys in a Carley Life Float. It is undated and...

Date: circa 1915, 1917

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 359713

Ref. Code: EP001.12.016.078

Papers of Silas Casey III (1841-1913)

Series XLI, Papers of Silas Casey III (1841-1913), 1882-1917, undated, contains biographical materials; correspondence sent by Silas Casey III; financial records in the form of receipts; portraits of Casey; and miscellaneous printed materials.

Date: 1882-1917, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359723

Ref. Code: MS008.42

Papers of Florida Gordon Casey (1841-1898)

Papers of Florida Gordon Casey (1841-1898), 1861-1898, undated, contains correspondence sent and received by Florida Gordon Casey as well as correspondence sent by others; financial records; legal records; notebooks; objects; photographs and prints; and miscellaneous printed matter. The vast majorit...

Date: 1861-1898, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359724

Ref. Code: MS008.43

Papers of Edward Wanton Casey (1850-1981)

Series XLIV, Papers of Edward Wanton Casey (1850-1891), 1890-1891, undated, contains portraits of Casey; a photograph of Casey's headstone; two group photographs depicting Sicangu Lakota Plenty Horses, the Native American warrior who shot and killed Casey in 1891, during his trial; a mounted photogr...

Date: 1890-1891, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359725

Ref. Code: MS008.44

Papers of Julia Clifford Bloodgood (1865-1911)

Series XLV, Papers of Julia Clifford Bloodgood (1865-1911), 1886-1889, contains correspondence received by Casey and a bond purchased by Casey. The series is arranged alphabetically by record type, and thereunder chronologically.

Date: 1886-1889

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359726

Ref. Code: MS008.45

Papers of Elizabeth Casey Scott (1844-1912)

Series XLVI, Papers of Elizabeth Casey Scott (1844-1912), 1912, contains a news clipping of Scott's obituary.

Date: 1912

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359727

Ref. Code: MS008.46

Miscellaneous papers

Series XLVII, Miscellaneous papers, [ADD DATES], undated, contains correspondence; printed matter; objects; photographs and prints; and miscellaneous papers. Materials are not related to one particular individual and further document the history of the Casey family and the Civil War.

Date: 1858-2009, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359728

Ref. Code: MS008.47

Photographs and prints

Subseries T, Photographic and prints, undated, contains two cabinet cards depicting Thomas Lincoln Casey in uniform and one boudoir card depicting the complete Washington Monument.

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359730

Ref. Code: MS008.22.20

Correspondence received

Subseries A, Correspondence received, 1880-1893, undated, contains correspondence received by Florida Gordon Casey. The vast majority of correspondence are dated following the death of Casey's husband General Silas Casey (1807-1882) and relate to her efforts to obtain a pension. Other topics include...

Date: 1880-1893, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359731

Ref. Code: MS008.43.01

Correspondence sent

i720Subseries B, Correspondence sent, 1882-1896, contains correspondence sent by Florida Gordon Casey. Materials are dated following the death of Casey's husband General Silas Casey (1807-1882). Topics include execution of her husband's will, her efforts to obtain a pension, and invitations to her d...

Date: 1882-1896

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359732

Ref. Code: MS008.43.02

Correspondence sent by others

Subseries C, Correspondence sent by others, 1889, contains two pieces of correspondence sent by others to John Bloodgood.

Date: 1889

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359733

Ref. Code: MS008.43.03

Financial records, 1882-1898

Subseries D, Financial records, 1882-1898, undated, contains financial records including a check sent to Florida Gordon Casey notes on dividends from estate; a promissory note; receipts received by and of Florida Gordon Casey; and statements of rent collected. Materials are dated following the death...

Date: 1882-1898, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359734

Ref. Code: MS008.43.04

Notebooks

Subseries F, Notebooks, 1861-1872, contains two diaries and a recipe book belonging to Florida Gordon Casey. The series is arranged alphabetically by record type, and thereunder chronologically.

Date: 1861-1872

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359735

Ref. Code: MS008.43.06

Legal records

Subseries E, Legal records, 1883-1890, contains legal records including an application by Florida Gordon Casey for arrears of pay and bounty; a copy of an act granting Casey a pension; a notice of issue and fees; and Casey's passport for a trip to Paris. Materials are dated following the death of Ca...

Date: 1883-1890

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359736

Ref. Code: MS008.43.05

Objects

Subseries G, Objects, undated, contains a woven silk hair curler utilized by Florida Gordon Casey.

Date: undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359737

Ref. Code: MS008.43.07

Photographs and prints

Subseries H, Photographs and prints, undated, contains a photographic print of Florida Gordon Casey in her wedding dress; portraits of Casey; and portraits of Frederick Casey. The series is arranged alphabetically by record type, and thereunder chronologically.

Date: undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359738

Ref. Code: MS008.43.08

Printed matter

Subseries I, Printed matter, 1882-1891, undated, contains a pack of calling cards for Florida Gordon Casey; a circular; two invitations; and miscellaneous news clippings. Materials are dated following the death of Casey's husband General Silas Casey (1807-1882). The series is arranged alphabetically...

Date: 1882-1891, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359739

Ref. Code: MS008.43.09

Correspondence

Subseries A , Correspondence, 1927, undated, contains correspondence sent by Casey descendants and to Quartermaster Harry Bloomer. The series is arranged alphabetically by record type, and thereunder chronologically.

Date: 1927, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359740

Ref. Code: MS008.47.01

Printed matter

Subseries B, Printed matter, 1977-2007, undated, contains a booklet containing excerpts of Abraham Lincoln's (1809-1865) speeches and writing, a map of the seat of war in Western Virginia, the Fort Steilacoom newsletter, a folder from The Museum of the Confederacy, and a booklet titled West Point: ...

Date: 1977-2007, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359741

Ref. Code: MS008.47.02

Objects

Subseries C, Objects, 1999, contains a medal commemorating the Fort Steilacoom Sesquicentennial.

Date: 1999

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359742

Ref. Code: MS008.47.03

Photographs and prints

Subseries D, Photographs and prints, 1950-2009, undated, contains cabinet cards and photographs of Casey Farm in North Kingstown, Rhode Island in different time periods; a cartes-de-visite of Confederate flags; and photographs of the Rhode Island Historical Cemetery in North Kingstown. The series is...

Date: 1950-2009, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359743

Ref. Code: MS008.47.04

Other papers

Subseries E, Other papers, 1858, undated, contains assorted drawings completed by unidentified individuals, including architectural drawings, illustrations of the Casey coat of arms, and pencil sketches; manuscripts containing Bible notes; and a muster and pay roll of Confederate soldier, Captain Ri...

Date: 1858, undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359744

Ref. Code: MS008.47.05

Cabinet card of Silas Casey [1 item]

File part

Date: undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359745

Ref. Code: MS008.02.04.01

Cabinet card of Wanton Casey [1 item]

File part

Date: undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359746

Ref. Code: MS008.03.07.07

Notes [3 item]

File part

Date: undated

Collection: Casey family papers

GUSN: 359747

Ref. Code: MS008.13.02

Brochure for New England Tours by the New England Hotel Association, New England, 1935

Brochure advertising landmarks and hotels spread over the New England states. Images include a map from the "Scarborough's Interstate Maps" company highlighting cities, suggested routes and hotels categorized by state; a smaller pictorial map focusing on cities and corresponding landmarks, and photo...

Date: 1935

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358423

Ref. Code: EP001.01.062.01.01.015

Programs

File

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358425

Ref. Code: EP001.01.005.04

Souvenir program for the Boston University Festival and Antique Treasures Exhibit, October 14-15-16, Copley Plaza, Boston, Mass., 1929

Program for the Boston University festival and Antiques Treasures Exhibit and Sale to fund the all-University Woman's Building. The program includes advertisements for local businesses, for example those who specialize in antique-selling, different fine arts schools, realtors, construction companies...

Date: 1929

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358426

Ref. Code: EP001.01.005.04.001

Seed potato catalogue from George W. P. Jerrard, Caribou, Maine, 1894

Product catalogue for Jerrard's Seed Potatoes and Early Seeds based in Caribou, Maine from 1894. Catalogue details the various seed packets that are available to be distributed to consumers, focusing primarily on potatoes but also listing varieties of squash and some fruit with accompanying pictures...

Date: 1894

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358430

Ref. Code: EP001.12.001.004.238

Beautiful lawns with less work, Helpful Information from Firestone, Akron, Ohio, 1946

Product catalog contains information about home lawn maintenance by giving information about proper cutting for different types of grass, guidance on watering, and even how to start one's own lawn. Images within are a mix of hand-drawn and photographs of techniques and tools. There is also a spread ...

Date: 1946

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358432

Ref. Code: EP001.12.001.005.017

Advertisement for The Howard Watch, E. Howard Watch Company, Boston, Mass., circa 1910

Advertisement in the Literary Digest for the Howard Watch from the E. Howard Watch Company. The advertisement features an image of a man sitting at a desk talking on the telephone while looking at and holding the advertised pocket watch. E. Howard Watch Company, Boston, Mass. is listed at the bottom...

Date: circa 1910, undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358433

Ref. Code: EP001.01.022.01.02.014

How to plant and improve the yard, Chase Brothers Company, Rochester, New York, USA, 1912

Product catalogue from the Chase Brothers Company detailing different ways to maintain one's yard and garden. Catalogue is split into two sections: section 1 focuses on the planting of fruits, section 2 on trees, shrubs, flowering plants, and general landscaping configurations. Both lithographs and ...

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358436

Ref. Code: EP001.12.001.004.239

Garden furniture executed by The Erkins Studios, 227 Lexington Avenue at 34th Street, New York City, New York, ca. 1920

Supplementary product leaflet features selected printed photographs of various garden ornaments and furniture, such as water features, bird baths, benches, and planters. Product number, dimensions, water projection (if applicable), and price are listed with each product.

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358437

Ref. Code: EP001.12.001.003.058

Saturn Press, since 1986, fine letterpress greeting cards & papers, 463 Atlantic Road, Post Office 368, Swan's Island, Maine, 2018

Product catalogue for greeting cards and other letterpress products to purchase. Of note are cards for the holidays, bookplates, cards featuring non-western designs, and an ordering sheet detailing how to request products and a guide on how to identify pricing.

Date: 2018

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358438

Ref. Code: EP001.12.005.001.052

Trade Card for C. E. Young, house painter, grainer and paper hanger, corner Pond and Kent Sts., Haverhill, Mass., undated

Trade card for C. E Young, a house painter, grainer, and paper hanger operating out of Haverhill, Massachusetts. Note at the bottom of the card notes to 'Order slate at Moody's, Under Music Hall.' Side verso has instances of adding numbers together.

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358445

Ref. Code: EP001.01.085.01.02.012

Trade card for Pickens & Washburn plaining and moulding mill, corner of Causeway and Merrimac Streets, Boston, Mass., circa 1870

Trade card detailing the services of the Pickens & Washburn Plaining and Moulding Mill. The company specialized in manufacturing mouldings for builders and frame makers. Card also describes the company as the sole agents for the Austin Boynton, and Bro. Roped Moulding. Side verso has a printed image...

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358446

Ref. Code: EP001.01.078.01.01.008

Trade card for Three Taylors, dealers in clothing, 49 Merrimack, Corner of Fleet Street, Haverhill, Mass., 1869

Trade card for Levi, Oliver, and Martin Taylor's business in dealing clothing, furnishing goods, hats, caps, trunks, traveling bags, and other accessories. Side verso has the 1869 schedule for the Boston and Maine Railroad, mainly detailing routes to and from Haverhill.

Date: 1869

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358447

Ref. Code: EP001.01.023.01.01.010

Advertisement for J.T. Cram's assortment of ribbons and clothing accessories, 117 Merrimack Street, Lowell, Mass., undated

Advertisement for J.T. Cram's assortment of ribbons, bonnet silks, poplins & velvets, fancy goods, laces, gloves, and other accessories. Of note are the multiple unique typefaces used throughout the advertisement, specifically how there are 17 varieties along with the difference is spacing. At the b...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358448

Ref. Code: EP001.01.023.09.02.021

How to decorate halls, booths, and automobiles, no. 526, Dennison Manufacturing Co., Framingham, Mass., 1927

Product catalog contains information about decorating for different occasions with Dennison crepe paper products. The book is separated into 5 chapters: 1. Hall Decorations, 2. Decorations for Bazaars, 3. Decorated Automobiles, 4. Baby and Doll Carriages Decorated, 5. General Instructions for Handli...

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358449

Ref. Code: EP001.12.003.001.040

Helpful hints for homemakers, Morton Salt Company, Chicago, Illinois, ca.1954

Product catalog distributed by the Morton Salt Company detailing methods in which to use their product in the home. Examples include how to use their salt to make cleaning dishes easier, basic tips on how to improve meals, and also how to use their salt for cleaning the house. Catalog includes a pic...

Date: 1954

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358458

Ref. Code: EP001.12.008.001.043

Billhead for the Eastern Talking Machine Company, 177 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass., 1910

Billhead from the Eastern Talking Machine Company for 3 Victor Records sold to H. Taylor on April 26, 1910. The billhead has lithographs of the Victor Talking Machine logo (a dog looking into a phonograph) and the Edison Phonograph logo (depicting a child 'looking for the band' inside the phonograph...

Date: 1910

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358465

Ref. Code: EP001.01.081.01.01.015

Fireplace equipment, The S.M. Howes Company, 40-46 Union Street, Boston, Mass., 1926

Product catalog for Fireplace Equipment from the S.M. Howes Company. Examples of products include andirons, firesets [sic] and brushes, folding screens, and spark guards. Each product is associated with an image (items with gold or novelty items are associated with color images), product number, and...

Date: 1926

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358485

Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.004.020

Fireplace equipment #301011 by Howes Boston, S.M. Howes Company, Boston, Mass., 1930

Product catalog for Fireplace Equipment from the S.M. Howes Company. The majority of the products are placed into Fireplace Groups, in which fireplace accessories (andirons, screens, tools) are grouped together due to similar design choices or material type. The back of the catalog goes into more de...

Date: 1930

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358486

Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.004.021

Heating supplies and furnishings, The S. M. Howes Company, 42 Union Street, Boston, Mass., circa 1926

Product catalog from the S. M. Howes Company focusing on heating supplies and other furnishings. Products listed include tools for the fireplace, oil stoves and water heaters, furnaces, and extra parts for the larger products. Each product comes with dimensions, prices, and images. Of note are the i...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358489

Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.004.022

Peters & Jones, wholesale dealers in children's carriages, Wooden & Willow Ware, Nos. 5 & 6 Holmes' Block, Boston, Mass., 1883

Product catalog for Children's Carriages and Wooden and Willow Ware from Peters & Jones. Each page contains an image of a particular type of children's carriage along with a descriptive title and product number. Any page with multiple product numbers include descriptions of variations, often referri...

Date: 1883

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358493

Ref. Code: EP001.12.004.003.002

Hill's patent inside sliding blinds and screens, improved venetian blinds, Venetian Blind Co., Burlington, Vt., 1890

Product catalog for window blinds from the Venetian Blind Company. The catalog goes into detail about how each class of window blinds are constructed by providing sectional views as well as previews of how the blinds should look when installed. The images are well detailed, providing previews of the...

Date: 1890

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358495

Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.003.037

Postcard for Wigwarm Portable Houses, E. F. Hodgson, Dover, Mass., 1907

Postcard displaying a photograph of a reproduction of Wigwarm Portable Houses at the Boston Sportsmen's Show in 1907. The caption reads, "Mr. Denan Thompson's Camp (Josh. Whitcomb of "Old Homestead") Swanzey Lake, West Swanzey, N.H. Reproduced at Boston Sportsmen's show, 1907." On the left of the ph...

Date: 1907

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358496

Ref. Code: EP001.01.008.01.01.005

Noonan's furniture catalog, T. Noonan & Sons Company, 38 Portland St., Boston, Mass., 1921

Product catalog for T. Noonan & Sons consisting primarily of furniture fitted for a barbershop or salon. Products include barbershop chairs, wash basins, revolving poles, sterilizers, and mirror cases. Each product is accompanied with either a photograph or hand-drawn image, a short description list...

Date: 1921

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358497

Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.127

Trade card for E. B. Chase & Company, corner of Union and Fifth Streets, New Bedford, Mass, circa 1900

Trade card for E. B. Chase Company as agents for the Estey Piano Company. The card has information about the E. B. Chase Company, lising the address in New Bedford, MA and advertising themselves as agents for the New Home Sewing Machine, Estey Pianos and Organs (along with other piano manufacturers)...

Date: undated

Collection: Ephemera collection

GUSN: 358499

Ref. Code: EP001.01.082.02.02.031

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