The Occident, And American Jewish Advocate, 1856This record contains a multi-page document, possibly a letter or memorandum, from Isaac Leeser dated June 17, 1856. It discusses the Jewish law regarding post-mortem examinations, referencing opinions from Chief Rabbi Adler of London and other authorities. The document includes a lengthy debate on the permissibility of post-mortem examinations within the context of Jewish law, citing religious texts and rabbinical opinions. There is also an included newspaper clipping from the *American Israelite*, October 22, 1896, on the same topic.