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TITLED: Complete 3-Piece 1932 Fire Association of Philadelphia Insurance Archive - Glendale, Queens, NY
Up for sale is a wonderful, unbroken 3-piece lot of vintage insurance ephemera dating to April 1932. This collection provides an excellent paper trail from a single transaction during the Great Depression era.
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
1. Original Policy Document: Issued by the Fire Association of Philadelphia to resident Louis Schaaf for household furniture coverage inside a brick dwelling located at 71-29 Sixty-Five Place, Glendale, L.I. (Queens County, New York). Document is dated March 10, 1932, with a 3-year term active from 1932-1935. Coverage amount is $1,000 with a $5.00 premium.
2. Internal Accounting / Brokerage Card: Corresponds directly to Policy No. 501481. Features a handwritten signature/notation from the broker reading \"Paid 4/16/32 Henry Wolff\". Shows internal commission tracking breakdowns.
3. Outer Protective Folder Jacket: Lists the Fire Association of Philadelphia corporate officers of the era (Otho E. Lane, James G. Maconachy, William S. Evans, and J. Victor Herd).
CONDITION:
Excellent vintage condition. The paper is crisp, remarkably clean, and highly legible with bright printing. No major tears or missing text. Natural fold lines as originally issued. Please review the high-resolution photos to assess the exact condition.
Perfect for collectors of New York local history, genealogy researchers tracking the Glendale/Queens area, firefighting memorabilia enthusiasts, or unique framing décor!
Please feel free to reach out with any questions.
