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Letter from Ned A. Paibard to Isaac Leeser asking whether the Jewish custom of abstaining from eating the hind limbs of animals is based on the uncertainty of which sinew or thigh was touched by the angel in Genesis 32. The letter is written from 1122 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA.

Four-page letter from H. Loewenthal to Isaac Leeser, written in Philadelphia, PA on June 24, 1857 (2 Tamuz 5617). The letter poses three questions regarding Jewish dietary laws, specifically concerning the actions of a shochet (ritual slaughterer) on Yom Tov (Jewish holidays). The writer expresses astonishment at the criticism faced by shochetim from individuals who, he believes, are themselves lax in their observance of Jewish law. The letter concludes with a note requesting commentary on the shochet's role and authority in relation to conflicting opinions within the community, suggesting this comment appear in Leeser's periodical.

Three-page letter written in Yiddish from Issacher, son of ?, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA. The letter, dated February 1863, discusses the author's eye ailment, his unanswered previous letters, and a Hebrew article he sent to Leeser for possible English translation. It also touches upon financial matters, including a $5.00 payment and the distribution of "Occidents." The letter further mentions a debate with Dr. Adler of London and Dr. Hirsch regarding the permissibility of Moscow ducks as kosher fowl.