Up for sale or purchase is a rare, authentic lot of 4 vintage paper receipts issued by the Chicago Telephone Company dating back to 1904.
These unique pieces of turn-of-the-century history offer a fascinating glimpse into early telecommunications and residential life in Chicago. All four receipts are issued to the same subscriber, "Mabray," at 1443 Sheridan Road (an address from Chicago's historic pre-1909 street-numbering system).
📋 Item Specifics & Breakdown
• Company: Chicago Telephone Company, Dr.
• Type: Original Paid Bill / Receipt for "Rental of Telephone"
• Era: Early 1900s (Edwardian Era)
• Quantity: 4 unique documents
• Document 1 Date: October 27, 1904 (Service period: 10/21/04 to 11/30/04)
• Document 2 Date: [Insert Date here, e.g., November 28, 1904]
• Document 3 Date: [Insert Date here]
• Document 4 Date: [Insert Date here]
🔍 Condition Report
These items are in original vintage condition as salvaged paper ephemera:
• Crisp typography with clear hand-written ink annotations, dates, and cash collection signatures.
• Features a distinct shade of aged paper characteristic of the early 1900s.
• Shows light, honest wear consistent with age, including minor edge wear and standard handling creases.
• Note: One or more sheets show a faint indentation at the top where they were historically clipped or held together (visible in photos). No major damp stains or heavy odors. Please examine the high-resolution photos closely to assess exact condition.
📦 Shipping & Handling
• Ships quickly and securely.
• Document(s) will be packed flat between rigid cardboard sheets in a poly sleeve to prevent bending, folding, or moisture damage during transit.
• Combined shipping is available if you purchase other items from my store.
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