1924 Hart & Crouse Co. Letter Utica NY Coal Industry Ephemera For Sale

This original business letter dated October 10, 1924, is from Hart & Crouse Co., a coal company based in Utica, New York. Addressed to the Wm. E. Marks Coal Co. in Syracuse, NY, the letter discusses a shipment of coal deemed unacceptable due to quality concerns. It requests that the recipient arrange for disposal of the coal car, reflecting early 20th-century business correspondence practices in the coal industry. The letter is typed on company letterhead with bold, decorative typography for the company name, adding to its visual appeal. It is signed by G. M. Haigh, the purchasing agent, providing authenticity and a personal touch. The paper shows typical aging for ephemera of this era, with slight yellowing and minor edge wear. This piece offers a fascinating glimpse into regional coal trade operations in upstate New York during the 1920s, making it a valuable collectible for historians and ephemera enthusiasts.