The manual has instructions for the settings, laundering techniques and a fabric chart. There are three loose items: 1)Registration post card, 2)Warranty certificate, 3)Automatic washer typical installation instructions.
Date: 1960s
Collection: Ephemera collection
GUSN: 314805
Ref. Code: EP001.12.012.003.054
The settings, tuning and use of antennas is explained to new owners.
Date: 1950s
GUSN: 314807
Ref. Code: EP001.12.012.003.055
The Company manufactures and distributes clocks for schools, businesses, factories and train stations. The item is a photocopy of the original.
Date: 1916
GUSN: 314809
Ref. Code: EP001.12.012.005.011
The manufacturing process for different types of carpets is described in the manual. Motifs in carpet design and furniture periods are explained through text and a chronology. There is a section on how to handle complaints for sales personnel.
Date: 1946
GUSN: 314810
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.001.021
The supplement is an alphabetical list of the trade names and brands of shoes and leather used by U.S. shoe manufacturers, jobbers and tanners. "The Shoe retailer" has incorporated two other periodicals, "The shoeman" and "Boots and shoes weekly."
Date: 1921
GUSN: 314814
Ref. Code: EP001.12.007.004.011
Building stones are described in text and color photographs. There is a directory of dealers by state. The John Hancock Mutual Life Insurance Building is on page 41. Text on the front cover reads, "A.I.A. File No. 8 1954."
Date: 1954
GUSN: 314816
Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.002.009
Concealed heating units are described for potential customers.
Date: 1920s
GUSN: 314818
Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.007.022
1 trade catalog : color illustrations ; 11 x 8 1/2 inches
GUSN: 314822
Ref. Code: EP001.12.012.003.056
The history, types and care and cleaning of carpets and rugs is described for sales personnel. There are sections on linoleum, selling to women and advertising. Text on the cover reads "Presented by Charles P. Cochrane Company."
Date: 1935
GUSN: 314833
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.001.022
Nairn linoleum is promoted using examples from three redesigned homes. A postcard is included for customer help and contact.
Date: 1942
GUSN: 314834
Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.005.012
Vitrolite is a structural glass for decorating bathroom and kitchen walls. The product is carried by the Boston Plate & Window Glass Co., 261 to 287 A Street, Boston, Massachusetts.
Date: undated
GUSN: 314835
Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.013.022
Cape Cod artist Peter Hunt provides guidance in refurbishing old furniture items with Du Pont paint.
Date: 1943
GUSN: 314838
Ref. Code: EP001.12.013.005.063
Models and floor plans of the prefabricated houses are presented for potential customers. Fold out pages show the construction details. There is a customer list and a service blank in the back of the catalog.
Date: 1919
GUSN: 314839
Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.005.106
Text on the front cover reads, "These designs were selected by a jury of prominent architects from drawings submitted in a national competition for the best dwelling constructed in the past two years at a cost not exceeding $5,500." The competition was done in connection with the Second National Com...
Date: 1917
GUSN: 314841
Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.005.107
Group photographs display the items for sale with accompanying prices. The cover title reads "Architectural and decorative ornaments."
Date: 1915
GUSN: 314844
Ref. Code: EP001.12.002.001.013
The machine and hand tools carried by the business are described in the catalog. Images of the factory are on the back cover. A tool glossary is included.
GUSN: 314870
Ref. Code: EP001.12.014.003.018
Building facades and storefronts done in architectural terracotta are described.
GUSN: 314873
Ref. Code: EP001.12.006.006.012
The fixtures are designed by Melanie Kahane and hand crafted in Europe. Text on the front cover reads, "A.I.A. File No. 31-F-2."
GUSN: 314874
Ref. Code: EP001.12.013.004.049
A chronology of the Mount Washington Glass Works is provided. Robert Bryden is the manager of the Pairpont Glass Company in Sagamore, Massachusetts.
Date: 1976
GUSN: 314877
Ref. Code: EP001.12.012.002.009
Harnesses, saddles, stable supplies and jockey and sulky clothing are carried by the business. Horse ailments and medicines are described in the catalog. A separate price list is dated April 15, 1897.
Date: 1890s
GUSN: 314883
Ref. Code: EP001.12.016.056
Kittinger cabinets, bedroom and dining sets, upholstery and Colonial Williamsburg reproductions are described in the catalog. A separate price list is dated November 30, 1950.
Date: 1950
GUSN: 314884
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.092
The sample has a decorative ornament with flowers and scrollwork on a light purple background.
GUSN: 314904
Ref. Code: EP001.01.094.02.04.023
Customers select the color, decoration and finish of their selected furniture. Individual pieces and bedroom and breakfast sets are described. Two separate price lists are included dated April 1, 1926.
Date: 1926
GUSN: 316243
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.057
The magazine provides guidance in the selection of furniture pieces, tableware and rugs for potential customers.
Date: 1927
GUSN: 316244
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.066
Text in the introduction reads "Many fine collections of early American furniture have found their way for sale to these rooms, including the Wallace Nutting collection and that of George S. Palmer of New London.'
GUSN: 316245
Ref. Code: EP001.12.009.002.058
The orange ticket sized item has the single word "Merit" on it.
Date: 1881-1893
GUSN: 318052
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.001
The green ticket sized item has the single word "Merit" on it.
GUSN: 318053
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.002
The Bible verse is part of the item border.
GUSN: 318054
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.003
A mother duck and duckling are next to red flowers in the illustration. The name "Hattie Stone" is handwritten on the card verso.
GUSN: 318055
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.004
The name handwritten on the card verso may be "Thomas R. Helliman." The child is watched over by two angels in the illustration.
GUSN: 318056
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.005
Text on the card verso reads "Picture Lesson, vol. 13, no. 39, part 3, published quarterly. The Third Quarter, Lesson XIII, September 24, 1893." Six questions are asked with space for filling in the answers.
Date: 1893
GUSN: 318057
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.006
The card is in recognition of four weeks attendance.Yellow roses decorate the item.
GUSN: 318058
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.007
The inscription on the sign in the illustration reads "The business of my life shall be to evermore remember thee."
GUSN: 318059
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.008
Handwritten text on the item verso reads "Charlie Lord from C.J.M." Colorful butterflies illustrate the card.
GUSN: 318060
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.009
Four school boys come upon what appears to be a nest in a field.
GUSN: 318061
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.010
A little girl sits on a wall throwing feed to a hen and her chicks in the Kate Greenaway illustration.
GUSN: 318062
Ref. Code: EP001.04.10.011
Libby Theatre, Clark Gable, Men in White. 726 Blue Hill Ave. from Easmond Street.
Date: 1934-07-02
Collection: John Booras collection of glass plate negatives
GUSN: 318076
Ref. Code: PC066.120
Opposite #617. Sears Roebuck, General Automotive, Lewandos Cleaners Truck.
GUSN: 318077
Ref. Code: PC066.121
Young & Hurd Plumbers, 1141 Washington St.
GUSN: 318078
Ref. Code: PC066.122
Near Wilder Street. Street scene.
GUSN: 318079
Ref. Code: PC066.123
Near Washington St. near Erie St. Street scene, shops, vehicles.
GUSN: 318080
Ref. Code: PC066.124
Mobile Gas Station, Geneva Battery Co. Residential Area.
GUSN: 318081
Ref. Code: PC066.125
#102: C.J. Donohue Plumbing. Parked cars. Neg. Peeling.
GUSN: 318082
Ref. Code: PC066.126
#82 Renascewnt Variety Store. "Great Signs + Displays!"
GUSN: 318083
Ref. Code: PC066.127
Bennington St.! to Central Sq. Shops, vehicles, etc. "Great long view!"
GUSN: 318084
Ref. Code: PC066.128
View to Chelsea, Mass. Auto submerged, onlookers.
GUSN: 318085
Ref. Code: PC066.129
And Nay at 'Harbor' with. Boats.
GUSN: 318086
Ref. Code: PC066.130
Maverick St. at Orleans St. Long view to Jeffries Point. Great street scene activity.
GUSN: 318087
Ref. Code: PC066.131
Opposite #1488. Mason Street. Lincoln Automobile, billboard.
Date: 1939
GUSN: 318088
Ref. Code: PC066.132
Near Mattapan Square. #532: Diamond hardware Co. Atlas Dine. Coca-Cola Billboard.
GUSN: 318089
Ref. Code: PC066.133