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Letter from Adolff Wolff to Isaac Leeser discussing the hiring of a minister for a congregation in St. Thomas. Wolff details his success in securing government aid for the hiring and includes an advertisement to be published in the Occident, as well as the Jewish Chronicle & Archives Israelite. He also describes the minister's duties, including religious instruction (Sunday school) and the additional income to be earned from Hebrew and English school, marriages, and confirmations.

Letter from H. Cauffman M[?], San Francisco, to Isaac Leeser, Philadelphia. Cauffman thanks Leeser for his efforts in helping Congregation Emanu-El find a minister. He reports on two applications received, one from Dr. Hoelzel in Australia and the other from Rev. Cohn in Albani. He notes that Mr. H. Bien's term of office is expiring soon. He mentions the recent publication of a new Jewish journal, "The Gleaner," edited by Dr. Julius Eckman, bringing the total number of Hebrew publications in San Francisco to five. Cauffman expresses his desire to help the "Advocate" gain subscribers.

Letter from Gershom Kursheedt in New Orleans to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated December 4, 1850. Kursheedt expresses frustration over the delivery of a box sent to him in New York, which caused him to miss seeing his parents before departing for New Orleans. He discusses difficulties encountered with the box's transport and delivery, including unnecessary expenses. The letter also details arrangements for a minister's consecration, mentions a shipment to Mr. Touro, and shares news about acquaintances and their activities. Kursheedt also gives an update on his own well-being and business.

Isaac Hart writes to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans on October 14, 1849, regarding the position of minister. Hart discusses the salary, the congregation's apathy, and his own decision not to accept another office. He also mentions the arrival of Leeser's books and some criticism of them.

Isaac Hart writes to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans on October 20, 1853, regarding the resignation of their minister, Reverend Gutheim, and the search for a replacement. He discusses salaries, fundraising efforts, and the election of Mr. Goldman as a permanent member of the congregation. The letter also includes updates on other individuals and events within the New Orleans Jewish community, mentioning Mr. De Silva, Mr. Kaufman, and donations received from various cities and individuals, including Mr. Judah Turo and Mr. A. Hart of Philadelphia. The letter concludes with greetings from Mrs. Hart and family.

Letter from Joshua Lazarus, Chairman of a Charleston congregation, to Reverend S. Morais in Philadelphia, requesting information about Abraham Harris, who has applied for a ministerial position. Concerns have arisen regarding Harris's character and suitability. Lazarus seeks information on whether Harris preached to Christian audiences or applied to Christian denominations for ordination. A reply from Morais indicates limited knowledge of Harris but states that Harris has a good moral character and seems to have studied Hebrew and English well.