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Letter from B. Palauture[?] to Isaac Leeser, written in Charleston, SC on June 3, 1857. The writer forwards a preamble and resolutions to Leeser for publication in his periodical, *The Occident*. The writer mentions a planned visit to Philadelphia the following month. The letter is signed "BPalauture[?] Secty K K. Shea. Israel." and includes a closing remark indicating that the writer's family sends their regards.

Letter from B. Paleature[?] to Isaac Leeser regarding the flourishing condition of Congregation Shearith Israel in Charleston, SC, despite efforts to ridicule Orthodox congregations. Paleature encloses the proceedings of a meeting held on June 4th, 1854, for publication in Leeser's Occident. The letter expresses confidence in God's continued support for those who adhere to traditional Judaism.

Letter from Dr. Sarner to Rev. Isaac Leeser written in Charleston, SC on June 1, 1864. Dr. Sarner explains that he is not receiving Leeser's papers regularly and asks that they no longer be sent. He states that he will pay his debts upon arrival in Philadelphia. The letter closes with greetings to Rev. Mr. Pope and his family.

Letter from M. Mayer to Isaac Leeser discussing the continuation of an essay, health issues, and a review of Dr. Kayserling's work, "Sephardim. Romanische Poesicen der Juden in Spanien". Mayer mentions considering resigning from his position due to Charleston's climate. He also inquires about the success of Mars's sermon.

Letter from Dr. M. Mayer in Charleston, South Carolina to Reverend Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Mayer requests Leeser to publish an advertisement in his periodical. He promises to send more next week.

Letter from Robert Lyon to Isaac Leeser. Lyon writes that he is directed to hand Leeser an enclosed advertisement to be inserted three times in the Occident, with the bill to be forwarded to Jos Lazarus Esqr. in Charleston, S.C. The letter is written on letter-sized paper with a wax seal, and includes four images in the manuscript.

Thomas J. Moise writes to Isaac Leeser from Charleston, South Carolina on May 27, 1851. Moise explains his absence from the city and expresses his hope for the continued success of *The Occident*. He offers to help increase subscriptions in Charleston by contacting potential subscribers. He mentions that Charles F. Levy and Charles H. Moise have been reading *The Occident* instead of *The Advocate*.

Letter from Thomas J. Moise to Reverend I. Leeser, written in Charleston, South Carolina on October 19, 1850. Moise discusses the collection of debts owed for the Occident, a publication. He expresses interest in serving as a regular correspondent, agent, or canvasser for subscribers to a new publication.