1874 antique HARRIES POWELL & CO buffalo ny DRUGGISTS GROCERS LETTERHEAD
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Original 1874 wholesale drug trade letter from Harries, Powell & Co., Buffalo, New York, dealers described on the letterhead as “Wholesale Druggists and Grocers.” The document measures approximately 7.75 x 10.5 inches and is dated May 15, 1874, printed on company letterhead reading “HARRIES, POWELL & CO., Wholesale Druggists and Grocers, No. 224 Main Street.” The letterhead also lists partners R. Harries, Wm. Powell, and G. A. Pemberton.

The letter is addressed to Mr. H. R. Stevens, 464 Broadway, Boston, Massachusetts. The firm notes that they are enclosing an Atchison draft on the Metropolitan National Bank of New York for $114, representing payment of an invoice dated the 16th ultimo.

Documents like this illustrate the everyday financial and commercial transactions within the 19th-century drug and grocery wholesale trade, showing how merchants settled accounts through bank drafts and invoices between regional suppliers and customers.

The reverse bears a contemporary filing note reading “Harries Powell & Co., May 15/74 – Rem. $114.”

Authentic period piece related to family, history or local heritage - well-suited for historical collections, genealogical /genealogy research, or museum acquisition.  Vintage or Antique.

CONDITION:  There is tape top center edge, and other wear as shown. See listing description and photos.











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