Letter from T. S. Pleasants to Isaac Leeser;June 20, 1829
Letter from T. S. Pleasants to Isaac Leeser, written from Beaver Dam, VA on June 20, 1829. Pleasants apologizes for not visiting Leeser during a recent trip to Richmond. He describes a visit to the museum where he met B. H. Judah, whom he praises for his intelligence, charity, and open-mindedness. He discusses a controversial work by D. Levi, commenting on its arguments and style. He also mentions J. P. Staker's new position with the Baltimore Railroad Company and expresses gratitude for a compliment received from Jacob Mordecai regarding his moderate approach in religious correspondence. Finally, he inquires about Leeser's possible appointment to a Jewish congregation in Philadelphia.