Labatt on the Controversy Surrounding Dr. E., Rabbi of San Francisco

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This letter discusses a conflict within a San Francisco congregation regarding their rabbi, Dr. E., and the congregation's shochet (ritual slaughterer), Mr. Messinger. The writer, H. I. Labatt, details disagreements about Dr. E.'s actions and leadership, mentioning newspaper publications criticizing the congregation's practices. The letter also includes a newspaper clipping with a statement from Rabbi Julius Eckman, who discusses the legal requirements for a shochet and declares a certain individual unqualified. The letter expresses concern about the rabbi's position and suggests seeking a new minister.

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