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Letter from Bernhard Henry Gotthelf to Isaac Leeser;October 16, 1851Letter from Bernhard Henry Gotthelf to Isaac Leeser;October 16, 1851

Letter from Bernhard Henry Gotthelf to Isaac Leeser regarding the re-election of officers at a congregational meeting in Louisville, KY. Gotthelf expresses happiness about the harmony and unity within the congregation and notes the re-election of officers for the Hebrew Benevolent Ladys Society No I, mentioning Mrs. B. Marks as President. He also mentions the previous meeting, which he describes as quiet, friendly, and orderly. Gotthelf apologizes for his English.

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Letter to Isaac LeeserLetter to Isaac Leeser

The letter relays information about a congregational meeting, noting initial pleasantries that turned into chaos at a review meeting. The writer mentions disagreements and personal attacks by individuals identified only as S P—n, P., and Moses Levy, along with Mr B H G. The writer expresses their disengagement from the situation, urging the recipient not to mention the events further.