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Letter from A. I. Rosenthal to Isaac Leeser, written in Trenton, NJ on March 14, 1864. The letter discusses a potential position offered by Leeser, expressing Rosenthal's desire for a community with a sufficient number of congregants (at least ten) for regular Friday evening and Saturday morning services. Rosenthal also mentions his desire for a suitable living situation and his unwillingness to endure hardship in a distant location. The letter is written in English and includes some Hebrew phrases.

Letter from Isaac Leeser discussing various topics, including a public examination of children at a school in Albany, a fair held in St. Thomas, and news from Russia regarding Jews in military service. He also mentions his own health, his work, and his opinions on a new edition of the Portuguese service. The letter includes details about the Albany school, including the teachers and curriculum. It also discusses a fair held for the benefit of a Sunday school in St. Thomas. Further topics include a new edict from Emperor Nicholas regarding Jews in the Russian military and the author's health and work.

Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser, written in St. Thomas on December 11, 1863 (5624). Nathan describes his arrival in St. Thomas, his well-received return to his ministerial post, his experiences during the High Holy Days, and a special service held in honor of the late King Frederick VII. He details the composition of the congregation, and the ongoing debates about the enlargement of the Synagogue building. He also comments on the state of religious practice, the sale of prayer books, and the health of his wife.

Letter from Samuel L. Bruel of Cincinnati, Ohio to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Bruel encloses $6.00 for his and his son's subscriptions to *The Occident*. He also sends materials about religious affairs in Cincinnati, hoping Leeser will publish them in the magazine. Bruel requests edits for clarity and moderation of tone. The letter includes a postscript mentioning he will send a dollar bill later. The letter also includes newspaper clippings discussing religious matters in New York and Philadelphia, including a humorous piece on a community's reliance on legal scholars in New York for resolving a problem.

Letter from Zalma Rehine to Isaac Leeser discussing Leeser's employment situation with his congregation. Rehine expresses disapproval of Leeser being treated poorly and advises him on how to proceed, suggesting he consider other opportunities if his current situation is untenable. The letter also contains personal advice on relationships and mentions several individuals from the community.