publisher of this work would respectfully suggest that visitors, who have
the leisure, should see some of the well-known institutions of “The City
of Brotherly Love.” Among the rare places of interest, after the United
States Mint, is 1st.—=THE NEW PUBLIC BUILDINGS= (in same square), known
as the =NEW CITY HALL, the Largest and Finest in the World=, surpassing
even the =Capitol at Washington=. 2d.—=FAIRMOUNT PARK=, the largest and
most beautiful public pleasure ground in the United States, embracing
nearly three thousand acres, on both sides of the Schuylkill River,
from Fairmount Water Works to Indian Rock, on the romantic Wissahickon.
3d.—=GIRARD COLLEGE=, where eleven hundred and fifty Orphan Boys are
maintained, clothed and educated through the bountiful munificence of
Philadelphia’s great benefactor, STEPHEN GIRARD. 4th.—=WANAMAKER’S GREAT
STORE=, East of and almost adjoining the Mint. This immense establishment
(the largest of the kind in the World) has grown to such vast proportions
during the past decade that we feel compelled to give it a brief notice,
as it has become one of the features of our city, and an object of
interest to our visitors. The building itself is unique; it occupies
an entire square, viz:—from Thirteenth to Juniper and from Market to
Chestnut Streets—entrance on each of the four streets. The flooring space
occupied in the interior, including first floor, basement and galleries,
embraces more than twelve acres, and all this immense space is occupied
with such goods as everybody, at some time in life, feels the necessity
of purchasing. The general arrangement and classification of goods from
all nations (there being over fifty separate and distinct departments),
suggests a reproduction of the =Main Building of our late great
Centennial Exposition=, with the =Department of Public Comfort= added.
One of the great features of this Mammoth Bazaar is that visitors are
made to feel at home, every provision being made for their convenience.
There are commodious Retiring and Reading Rooms on either floor. One’s
Satchel and Parcels are checked without cost, and no one is importuned to
purchase. Visitors will find it hard to resist the =Tempting Offers= and
=Low Prices= marked on the goods. 5th.—=INDEPENDENCE HALL=, (The Nation’s
Birth-place) Chestnut Street between Fifth and Sixth Streets; =National
Museum=, in same building, containing many interesting relics of the
Revolution and of Washington’s Camp Life; The =Old Liberty Bell= hanging
in the hallway leading to =Independence Square=, where the Declaration
of Independence was read to the people, July 4th, 1776. 6th.—=ACADEMY
OF FINE ARTS=, Broad Street (west side) between Arch and Race Streets,
should be visited by all lovers of the Fine Arts. 7th.—The =NEW MASONIC
TEMPLE=, Northeast corner Broad and Filbert Streets. Visiting days every
Thursday. 8th.—The =NEW POST OFFICE= and =U. S. COURT BUILDING=. This
is one of the finest buildings of the kind in the country, and well
worthy of a visit; also, the =NEW “RECORD” BUILDING=, adjoining. 9th.—The
=BURIAL PLACES OF BENJAMIN and DEBORA FRANKLIN= can be seen at South-east
corner Fifth and Arch Streets. 10th.—There are other notable places of
interest in the City Of “Brotherly Love,” among which may be mentioned
=CARPENTERS’ HALL, UNION LEAGUE, DEAF AND DUMB AND BLIND ASYLUMS, LAUREL
HILL CEMETERY, PENNSYLVANIA AND WILL’S HOSPITALS=, and the hundred and
one other benevolent institutions for which Philadelphia is justly
celebrated.
FOOTNOTES
[1] Collectors estimate the loss to numismatography as very great by
reason of the temptation the gold possesses for hoarding, and they are
possibly the only class of people who have any apology to offer for the
miser. Yet the world is debtor to this despised habit for some of its
most invaluable specimens of art, and important corroborative history of
the old world.
[2] Robert Morris was born in England, and came to America when he was
thirteen years old, (Sparks’ life of Governeur Morris.)
[3] During the Confederation the different States had the unquestioned
right to coin money, but only according to the standard of fineness,
weight, and value, prescribed by the central government.
[4] The following, from the Morris Papers, serve to illustrate this
subject:
“1.—ROBT. MORRIS TO RICHARD YATES.
“PHILAD’A, Jan. 23, 1782.
“SIR,
“At the request of a very honest Man who seems much distressed for
the welfare of his wife, now in London, I beg to trouble you with the
enclosed Letter, praying that you will forward it, and if in consequence
thereof Mrs. Dudley should come to New York, I beg of you to procure
Liberty for her to come to her Husband at this place. The money for her
Passage and reasonable expenses in New York, which must be reasonable
as possible, she may draw upon her Husband, Mr. Benjamin Dudley, and I
engage that the Draft shall be paid. I shall thank you for your attention
to this poor Lady when she arrives, and remain Sir,
“your most obedient and humble servant
ROBERT MORRIS.”
“2.—ROBT. MORRIS TO THE COMMISSARY GENERAL OF PRISONERS.
“PHILAD’A, Jan. 23, 1782.
“SIR,
“I send herewith an open letter for Mr. Richard Yates containing one for
Mrs. Dudley in London, from her Husband now here. I wish these may be
safely delivered to Mr. Yates, and therefore pray you to send them into
New York, by some person that will not only promise, but perform the
delivery of them. I am Sir,
“your most obedient and humble servant
ROBERT MORRIS.”
[5] This letter will illustrate this subject:
ROBERT MORRIS TO THE REV. WILLIAM GORDON, D. D.
[From the Morris Papers.]
“PHILAD’A 20th July, 1782.
“SIR,
“In consequence of your Letter of the nineteenth of June, I sent for
Mr. Dudley, told him the information you had so kindly given to me,
and assured him of my desire to make him easy and happy. The business
in which he is intended to be employed, is like many other important
matters, retarded by the tediousness of the States in supplying the
Continental Treasury.
“The Hon’ble Secretary at War has commenced a correspondence with General
Gates at my request, which I think, will produce what he wishes. Be
assured that I take particular pleasure in promoting the interest and
happiness of worthy men, and that I am with great esteem Sir,
your most obedient and humble Servant,
ROBERT MORRIS.”
[6] This letter will illustrate this matter:
ROBERT MORRIS TO BENJAMIN DUDLEY.
[From the Morris Papers.]
OFFICE OF FINANCE, 29 Novr., 1782.
“SIR,
“You will herewith receive the Form for making a particular kind of
Paper—You are to proceed to the Paper Mill of Mr. Mark Wilcox, in Ash
Town Chester County, who has the Stuff prepared, and there to superintend
the making of sundry reams of Paper upon this Form—in doing of which
you are to be particularly careful not to leave it in the power of any
person or persons to make any paper upon this Form without your immediate
Inspection.
“You are to attend the Workmen constantly whilst they are at work, and
when you retire from the Mill upon any occasion, you are to take the Form
with you. You are to count the Paper as it is made sheet by sheet and
when you have finished the whole, you are to bring it to me together with
the Form. I am Sir,
“Your most obedient servant,
“ROBERT MORRIS.”
[7] The building is still standing (March, 1888) Nos. 37 and 39 North
Seventh street, and is occupied for various purposes.
[8] For the various duties of the Mint there are over three hundred
persons employed as clerks, workmen, etc.—say about two-thirds men and
one-third women—the number depending, of course, upon the amount of work
to be done.
[9] Adam Eckfeldt’s portrait, by Samuel Du Bois, hangs in the Cabinet. A
short sketch of him will be found in the list of Coiners.
[10] The exchange at the present time (1885) is made at the Sub-Treasury
in the Custom House.
[11] Horace says that Alexander the Great ordained that no one should
take his portrait on _gems_ but Pyrgoteles; no one should paint
him but Apelles; and no one should stamp his head on _coins_ but
Lysippus.—_American Bibliopolist._
[12] “In box, three pictures (miniatures), _two half joes_, two small
pieces of gold.” Dec. 26, 1780.—Martha Washington. These were sent to be
used in the manufacture of the miniature cases for the above pictures.
This letter is in the possession of K. Coulton Davis, Ph. G., of this
city.
[13] This issue being made at Sommer Islands, gave the name of “Sommer
money.”
[14] The old story of the weighing of John Hall’s daughter on her
marriage-day is recalled in seeing these coins. Her dowry was her
weight in “pine-tree” shillings; and the suggestion is allowable that
these specimens formed a part of the portion of the blushing bride two
centuries ago.
[15] This is the coin which caused such excitement and so much feeling in
Ireland, and which Dean Swift attacked from the pulpit.
[16] From Chapman’s Collection Catalogue, May 14-15, pp. 24-25.
[17] From the proceedings of the American Philosophical Society, reported
by Wm. E. Du Bois, in October, 1845.
[18] Considered unique, one recently sold for $640.00 at a public sale in
New York.
[19] After the resignation of ex-Governor Pollock the title of Director
was changed to Superintendent. The Director of all the Mints is now
located at Washington.
[20] Dr. Linderman’s widow and only son, Henry R. Linderman (named for
him), a prominent lawyer of Stroudsburg, Penna., are the only survivors
of his family.
[21] The Phototype of Washington’s Profile likeness in the bound edition
of this book, is from this Medal, known as the Houdon Medal.
[22] Mr. Barber has lately completed a large and very fine medallic
likeness of President Cleveland.
[23] Kilogram of gold valued at $634.60.
[24] Kilogram of silver valued at $41.56.
[25] Includes $11,464.27 expended from appropriation for renewal of
steam-power plant at Philadelphia.
[26] The statement of the amounts in National Banks is of date August 1.
[27] Includes $24,044,000 Clearing-house gold certificates.
[28] Includes $8,770,000 held for the redemption of certificates of
deposit for legal-tender notes under Act June 8, 1872.
[29] The Carat is sub-divided into thirty-two parts.
[30] The coins struck at the parent mint in Philadelphia bear no mint
mark.
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THE REAL ESTATE TRUST COMPANY OF PHILADELPHIA
1340 Chestnut Street.
[Illustration]
Capital,—$500,000.
OFFICERS:
FRANK K. HIPPLE, President.
WILLIAM R. PHILLER, Secretary.
WILLIAM F. NORTH, Treasurer.
THOMAS B. PROSSER, Real Estate Officer.
DIRECTORS:
FRANK K. HIPPLE,
HENRY C. GIBSON,
LEMUEL COFFIN,
BEAUVEAU BORIE,
WILLIAM M. SINGERLY,
JOHN WANAMAKER,
GEORGE PHILLER,
EDWARD T. STEEL,
CHARLES W. HENRY,
JOHN F. BETZ,
THOMAS DOLAN,
R. DALE BENSON.
GEORGE JUNKIN, Solicitor.
This Company transacts a general Real Estate business, acting as agent or
attorney for buying, holding, leasing and selling property in the City
of Philadelphia and its vicinity. Negotiates Mortgages and places Ground
Rents.
Gives especial attention to the Renting of Properties and the Collection
of Rents, to the payment of Taxes and Water Rents, and to the making
of needful repairs on such properties; in all respects taking the same
charge and management of, and giving the same attention to, Real Estate
as the owner could do.
Collects Ground Rents, Interest on Mortgages, Dividends and Income of all
kinds whatsoever.
Receives Deposits of Money, payable by Check on demand, and allows
Interest thereon. Issues Negotiable Certificates of Special Deposits
bearing Interest.
Acts as Trustee, Guardian, Executor, Administrator, Assignee, Receiver,
Committee, Attorney, etc.
Receives and executes Trusts of every description, under the appointment
of Courts, Corporations and Individuals.
Becomes surety for the faithful performance of any Trust or Office; acts
as Transfer Agent or Registrar of Stocks and Bonds of Corporations or
Municipalities.
All Trust Funds and Investments are kept separate and apart from those of
the Company.
Issues Policies of Title Insurance to Real Estate and Real Estate
Securities, in Philadelphia and adjoining counties, thereby affording
absolute security to Purchasers and their Heirs, at a nominal cost.
Also issues Policies of Special Insurance against Decedents’ Debts,
Mechanics’ Liens, Judgments, Old Ground Rents, etc.
Receives for safe-keeping Securities, Plate, Jewelry, Deeds, Mortgages,
and other Valuables, at reasonable rates.
Rents Safe Deposit Boxes in the Company’s Burglar-proof Vaults, affording
security against loss by Robbery, Fire or Accident. These Boxes are
rented according to size and location, at from Five to Fifty Dollars per
annum.
Agents for the sale of the reliable Six Per Cent. Mortgages and
Debentures of “The New England Loan and Trust Co. of Des Moines, Iowa;”
and of “The New England Trust Co. of Kansas City, Missouri;” both
Principal and Interest guaranteed, and Interest payable semi-annually, by
coupon, in either New York or Philadelphia.
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WILLIAM GROVES. ALEXANDER WILSON. WILLIAM GROVES, JR.
GROVES, WILSON & GROVES,
IMPORTERS, MANUFACTURERS AND RETAILERS OF CABINET FURNITURE, UPHOLSTERY
AND BEDDING, Furniture and Decorations, LACE CURTAINS AND DRAPERIES.
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=Nos. 1022-24 Market Street,=
PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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THE
Penn Mutual Life Insurance Company
OF PHILADELPHIA.
Assets, $12,750,000.00
Surplus to Members, 2,500,000.00
=A PURELY MUTUAL COMPANY= conducted solely in the interest of members,
and with the object of furnishing the =Best= Life Insurance at the
=Least= cost.
=40 YEARS’ SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS.=
All approved forms of Life and Endowment Policies issued, which become
=INCONTESTABLE= after two years, and are absolutely =NON-FORFEITABLE= for
“reserve” value.
Members who discontinue their payments, have the option of an =Extension=
of the original sum insured or a =Paid-up= policy.
HOME OFFICE—No. 921 CHESTNUT ST., PHILADELPHIA.
EDWARD M. NEEDLES, President.
HORATIO S. STEPHENS, Vice-Pres’t.
HENRY C. BROWN, Sec’y and Treas.
JESSE J. BARKER, Actuary.
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SPRINGFIELD GAS MACHINE
Improved under twenty years’ manufacture and experience—maintains the
lead.
=FOR COUNTRY RESIDENCES= it has proved to be a necessity and a luxury.
=FOR HOTELS= and other buildings, in connection with our Mixing
Regulator, it produces gas of uniform quality, free from smoke, used
through plain open burners.
=FOR MECHANICAL ARTS= it furnishes gas for heating purposes, at 40 to 50
cents per thousand feet.
Best quality GASOLINE, for Gas Machines, constantly on hand. Send for
quotations.
Among the Hotels lighted by the Springfield Gas Machine, with Mixing
Regulator attached, would mention the following: Glen Summit Hotel, Glen
Summit, Pa; Devon Inn, Devon, Pa.; Engleside, Beach Haven, N. J.; Avon
Inn, Key East, N. J.; Luray Inn, Luray, Va.
For further particulars, address,
GEORGE W. HULME,
12 North Seventh Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Cooking Stoves for use with Gas Machines.
SEND FOR CATALOGUE.
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FURNITURE AND DECORATIONS
_CURTAINS AND UPHOLSTERY,_
_FINE CABINET WORK,_
_INTERIOR WOOD WORK._
ORIGINAL DRAWINGS AND ESTIMATES SUBMITTED.
TRYMBY, HUNT & CO.
=IMPORTERS AND MANUFACTURERS,=
NOS. 1217 TO 1221 MARKET STREET, PHILADELPHIA.
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TENTH EDITION OF EVANS’ ILLUSTRATED HISTORY OF THE U. S. MINT
EXTRACTS FROM PRESS NOTICES.
_DAILY HERALD._
A very interesting History of the United States Mint is published by
the author, George G. Evans, of this city. The introduction gives an
account of the money of the past and the present, showing what formed
the circulatory medium in ancient times and in all countries. This is
followed by a history of coinage in this country, with biographical
sketches of the past and present officers of our Mint. The whole process
of melting, assaying, refining and coining gold and silver is very
lucidly explained; it is also fully illustrated with engravings as a
further explanation of the text. There are a large number of phototypes
of ancient and modern coins, Continental money, etc., etc., the whole
forming a very readable book, and one which fills a gap in our country’s
history.
_PHILADELPHIA TIMES._
It is the only complete and authentic History of the Mint and Coinage
Manual that is to be had, and is a valuable contribution to our national
as well as our local history. It embraces everything that one could
expect to find in such a volume, and a good deal which agreeably
surprises the reader.
_EVENING TELEGRAPH._
Mr. Evans’ book gives a complete history of American coinage, describing
the obverse and reverse of each piece struck at the Mint since its
establishment in 1792. The work is finely gotten up in every respect.
Copies of the above sent post-paid on receipt of price. _A Handsome Gift_
will accompany each book.
Paper Covered Edition, price $ .50
Cloth, Gold Side Stamp 1.00
Half Morocco, Marbled Edge 2.00
N. B.—Any book published, the retail price of which is 50 cents or
more, will be promptly sent post-paid, with a gift, on receipt of the
advertised price.
Address, =GEO. G. EVANS, Publisher=,
_1227 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, Pa._
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Established 1860.
MASON & CO., COIN DEALERS,
175 Washington St., Boston, Mass.
Just out, “Coin Price Book,” showing our buying and selling prices for
all Coins. Mailed for 25 cents. Send Stamp for information.
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[Illustration: DAVID F. CONOVER. B. FRANK WILLIAMS.
WHOLESALE AGENTS FOR ROGERS & BROS.’ FLAT _and_ HOLLOW WARE
WHOLESALE AGENTS FOR T. A. WILLSON & CO.’S OPTICAL GOODS]
DAVID F. CONOVER & CO.
(Successors to WM. B. WARNE & CO.)
Manufacturers and Wholesale Dealers in WATCHES _AND_ JEWELRY, American
Watch Wholesale Salesroom:
Corner Chestnut and Seventh Streets, (FIRST FLOOR,) PHILADELPHIA.
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MRS. M. C. CASSIDY,
AGENT DEALER IN
Human Hair,
AND EVERY ARTICLE BELONGING TO THE TRADE,
No. 9 South Eighth Street, PHILADELPHIA.
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E. O. THOMPSON,
Merchant Tailor AND IMPORTER OF ENGLISH CLOTHING,
1338 Chestnut Street (Opposite the U. S. MINT,)
PHILADELPHIA.
_Thirty-three years experience in_
“Finest Merchant Tailoring,”
_has won for us a “national reputation,” and our customers extend from
Maine to California_.
_In addition to the finest Merchant Tailoring, we are now introducing an
entirely new idea, viz._:
“London Ready-Made Clothing,”
_which every visitor to the Mint is invited to call at our store and
examine_.
_=Our Claim is=: They are =equal= in =style=, =fit=, =make= and
=appearance= to the finest “made to order” garments, and at half the cost
of the same._
_Should you not be ready to purchase now, we shall be pleased to take
your measure for reference, and will send you samples and prices on
request =FREE OF CHARGE=._
_Our “MAIL ORDER DEPARTMENT” offers special advantages for obtaining our
clothing without calling at our store, and our Self-Measuring System
secures a fit._
_Write for particulars and samples._
_Address all Mail Orders_, E. O. THOMPSON, P. O. Box 418, PHILADELPHIA.
=OUR STORES:=
No. 1338 Chestnut Street, (Opposite the Mint,)
No. 908 Walnut Street, PHILADELPHIA.
No. 245 Broadway, NEW YORK.