Account of the Consecration of a New Synagogue in New Orleans, 1857

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Isaac Hart writes to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans about the consecration of a new synagogue. He describes the event in detail, mentioning the large attendance, the choir's performance, and the sermon by Mr. Gutheim. Hart also mentions sending Leeser a book containing the proceedings and requesting a copy of Gutheim's sermon for Leeser's magazine. The letter concludes with descriptions of the post-consecration reception at Gutheim's home and mentions the presence of several prominent figures in the audience.

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