John A. Sleicher, Albany Evening Journal, from the American Editors series (N35) for Allen & Ginter Cigarettes 1887

This 1887 lithograph, part of the "American Editors" series by Allen & Ginter for their cigarette brand, features John A. Sleicher, editor of the Albany Evening Journal. The card depicts a scenic view of Albany, New York, from the perspective of East Albany, showcasing the city's waterfront and buildings. The portrait of Sleicher, dressed in a suit and sporting a prominent mustache, complements the vibrant landscape in this small, collectible card, a prime example of 19th-century chromolithography and trade card art.