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Four-page letter from Gershom Kursheedt in New Orleans to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated October 16, 1851. Kursheedt advises Leeser against publishing a certain article, suggesting it might be better published by a third party or not at all. He mentions opinions from Mr. Touro, Mr. Gutheim, and Mr. Nathan regarding the matter. He also mentions sending Leeser something previously on the 2nd inst.

Henry Illoway writes to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans on August 21, 1865, explaining his father's absence and the delay in sending information about his departure from the local congregation. He encloses a report prepared by a friend for publication in Leeser's journal. The letter also includes a postscript with observations about a candidate preacher, Mr. Wechsler, who preached sermons in English and German. Illoway comments on Wechsler's style of preaching and the candidate's claims.

Letter from I. P. Abrams and Isaac Hart of New Orleans, LA to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA. The letter discusses the lack of appreciation for Leeser's work in the Jewish community, financial matters related to the sale of Bibles and payment of dues to the Occident, and suggestions for improving the publication of a Jewish periodical. The writers also discuss the Home for Jewish Widows & Orphans in New Orleans, and other local news. The letter is written in English and spans four pages across two sheets.

Letter from Isaac Hart in New Orleans to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated September 15, 1858. Hart describes the significant financial strain on benevolent and religious institutions in New Orleans due to the ongoing yellow fever epidemic. He highlights the substantial donations received from Christian sources for assisting the sick and burying the dead, contrasting it with the continued need for resources within the Jewish community. He notes the heavy burden on the Hebrew Benevolent Association, led by L.B. Cain, and the Rampart Street Congregation, which has buried approximately 50 individuals. Hart expresses hope that Jewish communities elsewhere will provide financial aid. The letter also mentions a donation of $25.00 received from Mr. DeSilva for Hebrew prayer books.