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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 E. Sommers in Charleston, South Carolina to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Sommers encloses a check for twenty-seven dollars, three of which are for his yearly subscription to *The Occident*, and the remaining twenty-four dollars are from the members of the Shearith Israel congregation for the benefit of poor brethren in Jerusalem. Sommers also informs Leeser that Rev. Ellis Lyons was elected minister of their congregation for two years. The letter includes a wax seal.

This letter, written by J. Hoberman, Secretary, on July 13, 1863, in Cincinnati, advertises a position for a cantor (chazan) at Congregation Shearith Israel in Philadelphia. The successful applicant must also be able to teach Hebrew and German to children. Strict orthodoxy, fluency in Hebrew prayers and German, and verifiable moral and religious character are required. The position includes a salary of $600 per year and all school income; applicants are responsible for their travel expenses. The letter requests applications be sent to the undersigned, with a care-of address provided for Samuel Hoberman.

This letter conveys resolutions passed at a meeting of the Board of Trustees of Congregation Shearith Israel in New York City on February 2, 1868 (9 Shevat 5628). The resolutions express deep regret over the death of Reverend Isaac Leeser, the respected hazzan of Congregation Beth El Emeth in Philadelphia, praising his virtues, devotion, and advocacy for Orthodox Judaism. The letter also details the planned memorial service and the sending of a committee to Philadelphia to offer condolences and present a copy of the resolutions.