Letter from A. Worinsers and B. Shuman of Providence, Rhode Island, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The writers, acting as a committee for their congregation, inquire about funds left in trust by Judah Touro to aid in the construction of houses of worship in places where the Jewish community is small and lacks resources. They express hope that Leeser, having been close to Touro, can provide information.
A letter from A. Goldsmith, secretary, to Isaac Leeser, editor of a Jewish newspaper, informing him of a donation given to the Sons of Israel Synagogue in Providence, Rhode Island, by A. Wormser upon his return from Europe. The letter details Wormser's donation of a "handsome favor" and his subsequent election as an honorary member of the congregation. A celebratory meal followed the event. The letter is written in English and includes several misspellings and insertions.
Letter from J. R. Hershom in Providence, Rhode Island to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Hershom discusses a man in Providence who had converted to Christianity but wishes to return to Judaism. He seeks Leeser's advice on how to assist this individual in rejoining the Jewish community. Hershom also comments on his own lack of religious knowledge and his desire for guidance from Leeser.
Letter from J. R. Hershry to Isaac Leeser regarding a testimonial given to Solomon Pareira, former president of the Bnai Israel Congregation in Providence, Rhode Island. The letter describes the presentation ceremony, including speeches and a religious discourse, and provides the inscription on a silver goblet presented to Pareira and the text of an accompanying address.
Letter from Joseph Spiro in Providence, Rhode Island, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated January 13, 1854. Spiro informs Leeser of the establishment of a new congregation, Bene Israel, in Providence. He details the election of officers, his appointment as minister, and the congregation's plans for acquiring a meeting hall and cemetery. The letter also mentions a weekly salary and requests Leeser send him a copy of the Occident.