Letter from A. Guinzburg to Reverend Isaac Leeser, written in Rochester, NY on February 26, 1867. Guinzburg mentions having recently delivered a sermon and sends a copy to Leeser for possible publication in his journal, hoping it will make a good impression, particularly among readers in the South. He also includes a correction to the sermon. The letter expresses hope for Leeser's continued good health and many years of productive work.
A. Guinzburg writes to William B. Hackenberg to dispute a bill for a subscription to *The Occident*. Guinzburg explains that he received the periodical gratuitously from the late Reverend Leeser for many years, and that he never paid for it. He requests that the bill be dismissed. A note added in pencil to the letter states, "all right MBH." Another note on the final page of the letter states, "Guinzberg was a dead head."
Letter from Dr. Isaac Mayer of Rochester, NY, to Eliesar Isaac in Philadelphia, PA, dated May 3, 1857 (Iyar 5617). Mayer discusses a new edition of his Hebrew grammar, requests six catechisms, and comments on contemporary religious reform movements, particularly criticizing Reform Judaism in Baltimore and Cincinnati. He also mentions a successful public school examination and Passover sermons he delivered.
Letter from Simon Tuska to Rev. I. Leeser requesting a copy of *Hebrew Tales* by Prof. Hurwitz and the August issue of the seventh volume of *The Occident*. Tuska encloses 17 postage stamps in payment.
Letter from M. Seligman of Rochester, NY to Revd Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA. Seligman encloses a check for $25.50, detailing the amounts allocated to various individuals and publications, including the Occident. He also mentions a Bible that was not purchased and will be kept with other books until Dr. Meyer collects it.