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Letter from E. Marcuson to Isaac Leeser;October 20, 1863

Letter from E. Marcuson in St. Paul, Minnesota to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Marcuson discusses accusations made against him in a newspaper by Dr. Wise, explaining his absence from his family. He clarifies that he was engaged in Nashville, then Memphis, and Davenport, where he was ill for five weeks. He hopes to send money to his family as soon as possible and plans to send Leeser money for religious books. The letter includes Hebrew characters.

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Letter from E. Marcuson to Isaac Leeser;May 06, 1863

A one-page letter from E. Marcuson in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated May 6, 1863. Marcuson sends Leeser an article for possible publication in *The Occident*, expressing a lack of confidence in his own writing and asking Leeser to edit it. He also mentions a hope that the article will answer Christian accusations of Jewish superstition regarding the pronunciation of the divine name. The letter concludes with a request for Leeser's opinion on the article and an address for correspondence.

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Letter from E. Marcuson to Isaac Leeser;December 08, 1863

Letter from E. Marcuson to Rev. Isaac Leeser, written in St. Paul, MN on December 8, 1863. Marcuson expresses gratitude for Leeser's previous letter, delivered by Mr. Cardozo, and discusses the sales prospects of Leeser's books. He then addresses a conflict with someone called "Vice," asserting his lack of concern for public opinion and his faith in God's protection. The letter also details Marcuson's difficult circumstances, including a recent illness that resulted in significant financial and material losses. He credits Mr. Cardozo with his current support and expresses hope for a better future. The letter includes Hebrew phrases.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;January 15, 1866

Letter from J. N. Cardoza to Isaac Leeser, dated January 15, 1866, from St. Paul, MN, to Philadelphia, PA. The letter includes a newspaper clipping about a movement among Jews in southern Russia who are seeking missionaries and teachers to explain the scriptures. The main body of the letter is brief, with Cardoza mentioning the enclosed clipping and adding a short, unclear concluding statement.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;January 26, 1863

Letter from J. N. Cardoza to Reverend Isaac Leeser requesting an acknowledgment of payment for books and copies of Dias' Letters. Cardoza also inquires about copies of the 'Jews & the Inquisition' and the works of the Misses Moss, enclosing payment for the former and offering to pay for the latter if available. The letter mentions a school and a committee.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;September 12, 1867

Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser. Cardozo encloses five dollars for the *Occident*, expresses concern over Leeser's health, and mentions the recent death of Mrs. Seixas. The letter is written from St. Paul, Minnesota.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;August 29, 1867

A letter from J. N. Cardozo to Reverend Isaac Leeser, written in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 29th, 1867. Cardozo encloses $5.00 on account of "Occident," expressing uncertainty about his subscription due date and total debt. He requests Leeser to inform him of the outstanding balance. He closes by stating that Rachel and the children are well.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;October 30, 1862

Letter from J. N. Cardoza in St. Paul, Minnesota to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Cardoza writes to Leeser to request copies of several of his publications for a new Jewish Sunday School being organized in St. Paul. The letter mentions the election of a new leader for the congregation and refers to an article in *The Occident*.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;November 20, 1862

Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser discussing the arrival of a package containing books and letters, the remittance of a bill, the sale of a Bible, and the potential for subscriptions to *The Occident*. Cardozo also mentions his occupations, his family, and his plans to send a list of subscribers in a future letter. He details challenges in selling publications due to the largely German-speaking Jewish community and proposes selling a cheaper edition of the Bible. The letter also includes personal updates, such as the well-being of his family and the whereabouts of a Mr. Cohen.

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Letter from Jacob Newton Cardozo to Isaac Leeser;February 12, 1863

Letter from J. N. Cardoza to Isaac Leeser regarding an outstanding payment for school books and subscriptions to *The Occident*. Cardoza also discusses his efforts to procure subscribers for *The Occident* in St. Paul, Minnesota. He mentions his interactions with Mr. Marcuson and W. M., and shares family news and his reading of the *Jews & Inquisition*.

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Letter from E. Marcuson to Isaac Mayer Wise;October 20, 1863

This letter from E. Marcuson to Dr. Wise, dated October 20, 1863, is a strongly worded response to a previous publication by Wise. Marcuson refutes Wise's assertions, defends his own actions and beliefs, and criticizes Wise's character and impact on the religious community. The letter is written in a mixture of English and Hebrew, reflecting the writer's engagement with Jewish theological discourse. It includes several strongly worded critiques and personal attacks, suggesting a deep-seated conflict between the two individuals.

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