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Letter from Jacob Mordecai to Raphael DeCordova;June 10, 1829Letter from Jacob Mordecai to Raphael DeCordova;June 10, 1829

Jacob Mordecai writes to Raphael De Cordova from Richmond, Virginia on June 10, 1829, recommending Isaac Leezer for a position as instructor and reader in De Cordova's congregation. He details Leezer's qualifications, including his Hebrew and English language skills, knowledge of Jewish law and customs, and classical education. Mordecai also requests that his family name be added to the record of early contributors to the Old Synagogue in Philadelphia, mentioning his participation in purchasing the cornerstones of the building.

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