Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser, September 3, 1849

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Moses N. Nathan writes to Isaac Leeser from Kingston, Jamaica on September 3, 1849, explaining his reasons for leaving his position as a Jewish minister in St. Thomas and Kingston. He details his difficulties with congregations in both locations, citing conflict and disrespect as reasons for his resignation. He now works as a teacher and prefers this humble position to the difficulties of religious leadership. He also expresses his hope that Miss DeCordova, the letter's bearer, will have a pleasant visit with Leeser in Philadelphia, and mentions some outstanding financial matters to be settled between him and Leeser.

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