Old number reversed out of negative. The two shop signs read: 'G Blass Pioneer Store' (which was based at 70 main Street) and 'Kilner & Handel'. The contemporary trade directories give the address as 72 Main Street. These two businesses only operated in such close proximity during the 1880-81 period. This enables us to date this photograph and confirm it as the earliest work of Kusakabe's studio, which opened in 1880. Shipping and insurance costs will be added to the price and must be paid for by the buyer. Pennsylvania buyers must pay appropriate local sales tax. International clients are responsible for their VAT and other custom's oriented charges.