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Minutes of a meeting of the Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, held on September 6, 1829, electing Isaac Leeser as Hazan for a two-year term at a salary of eight hundred dollars per annum. The document includes a list of those involved in the election process and the subsequent resolution to inform Leeser of his appointment.

Isaac Leeser's letter to Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, dated May 15, 1840 (12 Iyar 5600). The letter discusses Leeser's eleven years of service as Hazan, addressing concerns regarding his salary, re-election, and relationship with the congregation. He details past negotiations, including offers from other congregations, and proposes terms for his continued service, including a higher salary and an indefinite term with specific conditions for dismissal. The letter reflects on the challenges and tensions of his position and expresses his desire for a harmonious and mutually respectful relationship with the congregation.

Letter from Isaac Leeser to the Parnass and Members of Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia, expressing his willingness to continue serving the congregation if they again honor him with their confidence. The letter is dated September 18, 1831 (18 Elul 5597). A note at the top indicates it's Revd Mr. I. Leeser's application to continue as Hazan, read on September 24, 1837.

A letter from Jacob J. Peres in Memphis, Tennessee to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated July 16, 1862. Peres requests that Leeser place an advertisement in his newspaper for Congregation Beth El Emeth, seeking a Hazan, Shohet, and Bal Horah. He also requests that the Jewish Messenger copy the advertisement and send the bill to the Occident.

Jacob Mendes de Sola writes on the 23rd of Iyar 1851 (5611) to thank I. L. for having recommended him to the community of Richmond to Mr. J. A. Levy of that congregation. He, J the writer, was elected Hazan and teacher. He asks I. L. to suggest text books. There is mention also of Mr. A. Hart of Phila. to whom the writer sends greetings.

Letter from Jonas P. Levy in Washington, D.C., to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, regarding a request for a Hazan to open Congress with prayer. Levy declines the request due to the Hazan's inability to speak English and inquires about Leeser's availability and terms for the position. The letter also includes a postscript requesting a specific amount of something (unclear from the text).