Letter from Isidor Bush to Isaac Leeser;May 04, 1851Letter from Isidor Bush of St. Louis, Missouri to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bush discusses the state of the Jewish community in St. Louis, noting the Polish origin of many members, their involvement in the clothing trade, and the lack of strong religious institutions. He also comments on the formation of new congregations and the challenges faced by the community in integrating with the wider city. The letter is written in English, and Bush expresses hope that his style will be excused by Leeser's readers.