Description: Vintage Bill Head: Hanson & Ricker General Commission Merchants Fruits and Produce The address on the bill is 81 Clinton St. and 19 Quincy Row Year of Publication: 1899 Boston Size: 8 1/4" x 5" Condition: very good Hanson & Ricker was a General Commission Merchants firm based in Boston, Massachusetts in the late 19th century. They were involved in the trade of various commodities such as cotton, wool, and other raw materials.The firm was established by Samuel Hanson and Henry Ricker in the mid-19th century. Samuel Hanson was born in 1822 in Maine and had experience in the shipping industry before partnering with Ricker. Henry Ricker was born in 1826 in Massachusetts and also had experience in the shipping industry.Hanson & Ricker had a reputation for being reliable and trustworthy in their business dealings. They were known for providing fair prices to their clients and ensuring that their goods were of the highest quality.The firm was successful and expanded its operations over time. They had offices in New York and London, which allowed them to expand their trade to international markets.However, like many businesses of the time, Hanson & Ricker faced challenges in the late 19th century. The Panic of 1893, which caused widespread economic downturn, affected the firm's business . Despite this setback, the legacy of Hanson & Ricker lives on as a testament to the important role that merchants played in the development of the American economy in the late 19th century.
Price: 19.99 USD
Location: Montrose, California
End Time: 2025-02-15T03:24:21.000Z
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All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Time Period Manufactured: 1800-99
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