1919 Potts Run Land Co. Coal Company Letter Clearfield PA Ephemera
$ 5.91
Description
1919 Potts Run Land Co. Coal Company Letter Clearfield PA Ephemera. This original typed letter dated October 15, 1919, is from the Potts Run Land Company, a prominent coal mining and shipping firm based in Clearfield, Pennsylvania. Addressed to William E. Marks Coal Co., Inc. of Cortland, New York, the letter discusses a shipment issue involving a car of high-grade bituminous coal, highlighting early 20th-century coal industry business communications. The letterhead prominently features company details, including the general superintendent Frederick B. Kerr and secretary J.L. Irwin, as well as New York agents Dickerman & Englis, located at 42 Broadway, New York City. This piece of ephemera provides valuable insight into coal trade practices post-World War I, including quality control, shipment logistics, and business negotiations. The letter references specific shipment car numbers and pricing adjustments, revealing the operational challenges of coal distribution during this era. The paper measures approximately 8.5 x 11 inches and displays typical aging signs such as slight creases, some discoloration, and minor ink spots, consistent with its age. A handwritten signature by the secretary adds to its authenticity and collectible appeal for historians and ephemera collectors interested in industrial and regional American history.
