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Whiskey Jug, circa 1900

 Item
Identifier: B386.01.0001.00001

Abstract

Stoneware whiskey jug from Adolf Goldhammer Wholesale Wines and Liquors. Painted in blue on front: "Adolf Goldhammer Wholesale Wines and Liquors 2633 W. Colfax Ave. Phone Main 7761 - - Denver, Colo."

Dates

  • circa 1900

Biographical / Historical

Adolf Goldhammer was born 1847 in Hungary and immigrated to Denver, Colorado in 1885 with his wife Betta and sons Abe and Jacob. Although the jug is painted with "Adolf", census, city directories and passport records all spell the name "Adolph."

Extent

From the File: 1 Linear Feet : standard record box