Letter from 1825-1893 A. P. (Abraham Pereira) Mendes to Isaac Leeser;April 21, 1857Letter from A. P. Mendes to Isaac Leeser, written from Buff Bay, Jamaica on April 21, 1857. Mendes discusses the financial difficulties of his congregation, Beth Ya(?), and seeks advice from Leeser regarding possible ministerial positions in America. He mentions his credentials and experience, and provides references from other prominent figures in the Jewish community.