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A three-page letter from A. Myerston in Puerto Cabello to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated December 5, 1852. Myerston inquires about subscribing to the "Occident and American Jewish Advocate," requesting past volumes and details about the cost of additional publications, including a Hebrew grammar and dictionaries. He also offers his services in return. The letter includes a wax seal.

This letter from A. Myerston to Isaac Leeser consists of two parts, written on July 11 and September 22, 1853, from Puerto Cabello. The first part discusses remitting the subscription for the Occident and inquiring about a Hebrew grammar and lexicon. The second part mentions the loss of the first letter, possibly due to the loss of the Barque Paez, and requests another copy of the July Occident.

A. Myerston writes to Isaac Leeser from Puerto Cabello, Venezuela on November 14, 1853. He acknowledges receipt of Leeser's letter from July 27 and the July issue of a publication (the exact title is not specified). Myerston thanks Leeser for information about Hebrew grammar and dictionaries, the cost of which ($9) he remits via Captain Wilkins. He mentions a recent trip to Curaçao improved his health. The letter is two pages long, sealed with wax.

Abraham de Sola writes to Isaac Leeser from Montreal on October 20, 1854, regarding the publication of school books. De Sola discusses a potential collaboration with Leeser, expressing concerns about the timing and conditions of the project. He mentions Templo's Grammar and other Hebrew grammars, and also mentions collecting funds. The letter also touches upon other personal matters and events. The letter is 3 pages long, written on 2 sheets.

Letter from Dr. Isaac Mayer of Rochester, NY, to Eliesar Isaac in Philadelphia, PA, dated May 3, 1857 (Iyar 5617). Mayer discusses a new edition of his Hebrew grammar, requests six catechisms, and comments on contemporary religious reform movements, particularly criticizing Reform Judaism in Baltimore and Cincinnati. He also mentions a successful public school examination and Passover sermons he delivered.

Letter from Morris J. Raphall to Isaac Leeser requesting Leeser's assistance in obtaining subscribers for an American edition of Selig Newman's Hebrew grammar. Raphall describes the grammar as favorably known in England and well-suited for Hebrew schools. He asks Leeser to announce the grammar in *The Occident*, advise on obtaining subscribers and finding a publisher, and suggests a possible price.

A letter from Mrs. Raphall to the Editor of the Asmonean, soliciting attention to a new edition of L. Newman's Hebrew Grammar. Mrs. Raphall speaks favorably of the grammar, noting its use in the Hebrew National School in Birmingham, England, and its positive reception in the Jewish Chronicle. She describes the grammar as well-digested, clear, brief, and complete.

Letter from S. Newman to Isaac Leeser, written in New York City on December 21, 1855. Newman writes that having seen Leeser's favorable reply to Dr. Raphall regarding Newman's Hebrew Grammar, he hopes Leeser will mention the grammar in his periodical. He explains that an excerpt in a circular would encourage subscriptions, and he intends to publish it at 5 despite the fact that 3000 copies sold in England at double the price. He regrets being unable to supply a copy to Leeser at that time, having sold the entire recent edition, except for 6 copies which sold quickly upon arrival in New York. He offers to send a copy of the next edition. The letter includes a wax seal.