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Letter from D. Solomon in Mobile, Alabama to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated January 4, 1846. Solomon discusses his inability to visit Leeser due to prior engagements, inquires about outstanding subscriptions to Leeser's publications, and details the recent consecration of a new synagogue in Mobile. He describes the building, the consecration ceremony, and expresses satisfaction with the result. He also mentions his "Short Sermons" and requests information about the price of the "Daily Prayer Book."

Letter from D. Solomon to Isaac Leeser regarding an invitation to the dedication of a new synagogue in Mobile, and a request to change the delivery address for the Occident journal. Solomon also asks for the outstanding balance for the journal.

Letter from Isaac Epstein in Mobile, Alabama, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated October 18, 1859. Epstein writes in German, describing the unification of two congregations and his election as cantor and shochet. He requests from Leeser marriage, newborn, and funeral sermons, offering to pay or return them via his brother in New York.

Letter from J. Berneis, secretary of the congregation Shangarai Shanaquie, to Reverend Isaac Leeser. Berneis encloses a copy of the congregation's proceedings to be inserted in Leeser's periodical, the Occident. The letter is written on two pages across four sheets and features a wax seal.

Letter from Hanford to Mr. Leeser, expressing gladness at Leeser's return home in improved health. Hanford mentions his own good health, but expresses concern for the coming months. He also discusses a visit to Mobile, expresses concern about the treatment of the South, and mentions the regular receipt of parcels for Leeser's subscribers. Hanford notes the death of Dr. Hewitt, a friend of Mr. Cozens, and concludes with affectionate greetings to Mrs. Cozens and Miss Ella.

This letter describes the consecration of a new synagogue on Jackson Street in Mobile, Alabama. The writer details the building's renovations and the ceremony itself, including hymns sung, readings from scripture, and a lecture. The writer also includes excerpts from the Mobile Tribune and Mobile Daily Advertiser, reporting on the event. The letter also mentions a school for religious instruction with approximately 30 students. The writer requests books for the school's library.