1916 Ohio Brokerage Company Letter Hay Grain Youngstown Ohio Ephemera
$ 5.91
Description
1916 Ohio Brokerage Company Letter Hay Grain Youngstown Ohio Ephemera. This original business letter from the Ohio Brokerage Company, dated December 19, 1916, offers a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century agricultural trade practices in Youngstown, Ohio. The letter addresses William E. Marks Coal Co. in Worcester, Massachusetts, discussing the sale and shipment of Timothy hay, grain, straw, potatoes, and mill feeds. It highlights logistical challenges such as city embargoes and transportation conditions via the B&M and N.Y. & H.R.R. railways, reflecting the complexities of commerce during this period. Printed on company letterhead from the 1313 Wick Building in Youngstown, the letter is typed in purple ink and bears a stamped file number 5000. This piece is a valuable collectible for enthusiasts of historical business correspondence, agricultural history, and regional Ohio ephemera. The letter measures approximately 8.5 x 11 inches and shows typical signs of age such as folds and mild discoloration, adding to its authenticity and character.
