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Letter from John M. Krebs to Isaac Leeser, written in New York City on December 21, 1850. Krebs explains his delayed response to Leeser's previous letter, noting his absence from home. He addresses the publication of Mr. Peynado's letter in the Asmonean, expressing confusion about how it was published without being returned to him as stated clerk after the Synod meeting. Krebs promises to investigate and communicate further. The letter also includes a transcription of a resolution from the Synod of New York, dated October 17, 1850, regarding documents addressed to the Synod from individual Israelites.

A two-part letter, written in English and German, expressing pride in the company of individuals such as Thomas Carlyle and Louis Napoleon. The letter also mentions the author's submission to the Asmonean and requests review and potential edits. The letter is written on one sheet of lined letter paper.

Letter from A. S. Myers, Simon Abeleson, and Raphael Heiler[?] to Isaac Leeser requesting the insertion of an advertisement in Leeser's publications, *The Asmonean* and *Allgemeine Zeitung des Judenthums*, and asking that a previously sent advertisement be cancelled. The letter is dated [ca. 1850s] and was written in Philadelphia.

Letter from Abraham de Sola in Montreal to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated March 29, 1859. De Sola requests that Leeser send him three copies of his *Daily Prayers*, two in the larger size and one in the smaller size. He mentions a lecture he is preparing for the Natural History Society and includes a newspaper clipping detailing the inauguration of their new building, in which De Sola is scheduled to give a lecture on March 8th, 1859. He also inquires about copies of *The Asmonean*. The letter expresses condolences regarding the loss of Mr. William Florance. The letter is fragile and consists of 5 pages on 3 sheets.

Letter from E. Block to Isaac Leeser, written in New York City on December 19, 1850, and received in Philadelphia. Block discusses an article in the Asmonean that attacks Leeser, and expresses his indignation at the article's tone and the unmerited abuse it contains. He discusses potential responses to the article, including an article for the Sunday Times and one for the Occident. He also addresses the issue of Mr. Peynado's letter to the Presbyterian Synod, and explains his difficulty in providing the explanation Leeser requested.

A letter from Henry Goldsmith in New York City to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated October 14, 1852. Goldsmith discusses a Hebrew school in Greene Street, New York, and requests pricing information from Leeser for the purchase of 50-100 unbound Hebrew books. He also asks Leeser to copy three advertisements from the *Asmonean*.

Letter from Isaac Mayer Wise to Isaac Leeser. Wise writes from Albany, NY, expressing his regret at not being able to travel through Philadelphia to New York. He discusses his recent election in Charleston, South Carolina, and his plans to leave Albany on April 15th. He also mentions his writing for the Occident and Asmonean, fundraising efforts, and his impressions of Dr. Raphael's lectures. The letter also includes a personal request for two prayers, written in Hebrew, from Leeser.

Letter from Jacob Henry Joseph to Isaac Leeser discussing subscriptions to the Occident and Asmonean magazines. Joseph provides a list of current subscribers and their payment status, along with financial calculations related to subscriptions and expenses. He mentions his plans to return home around the following Wednesday.

Letter from Solomon Nunes Carvalho to Isaac Leeser discussing an attack on Leeser in the *Asmonean* by M. H. Breslaw. Carvalho advises Leeser to ignore Breslaw, describing him as a man of "low bred and loose character." Carvalho quotes Pericles and includes a public notice from the *London Jewish Chronicle* regarding Breslaw's dismissal from the paper. He further encourages Leeser to avoid engaging in controversies over minor issues, advocating for a broader, more tolerant approach to religious matters. The letter also mentions the death of a young man named Simon.