1930 Cortland Specialty Co. Letterhead Signed Coal Industry Ephemera
$ 8.45
Description
1930 Cortland Specialty Co. Letterhead Signed Coal Industry Ephemera. This original business letter from March 15, 1930, is from The Cortland Specialty Co., a manufacturer based in Cortland, New York, known for their welding compounds and oil and gasoline products. The letter is addressed to William E. Marks Coal Co. Inc. in Syracuse, NY, discussing coal purchase details including shipment preferences and payment adjustments. It features a detailed engraved illustration of the Cortland Specialty Co. main plant and is signed by W.W. Hout, the company president. This piece of ephemera offers a fascinating glimpse into early 20th-century industrial correspondence and commerce related to coal and welding products. The letter highlights the practical concerns of coal shipment and quality assurance, reflecting business practices of the era. The document measures approximately 8.5 x 11 inches and shows typical aging signs such as light creasing and minor toning, consistent with its age. Collectors interested in industrial history, vintage business correspondence, or New York state ephemera will find this letter a valuable addition.
