Letter from Nathan Ottinger to Isaac Leeser Regarding Prayer Book Prices, May 12, 1849

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Letter from Nathan Ottinger, a scribe and book-seller in New York City, to Reverend Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Ottinger inquires about the possibility of purchasing prayer books ("Dibrei Zadikim") and other books at a lower price to better compete with other merchants. He mentions previously purchasing books from Mr. Goldstein at a higher price and suggests that obtaining them directly from Leeser or through him would be more profitable. He also requests information on the price of Pentateuchs and other books, and provides a reference (Mr. Isaacs) for character verification.

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