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Envelope addressed to the editor of the Occident in Philadelphia.

A letter written from New York City on May 17, 1853, requesting the publication of resolutions in the June edition of *The Occident* and providing details on elections held on May 8, 1853. The writer asks that the publishing expenses be charged to the HBS. The letter is incomplete, the last portion of the text is missing.

Letter from J. L. Scripps, postmaster of Chicago, to the publisher of the Occident, informing them that their paper addressed to Joseph Peres and Morris Einstein in Joliet was not picked up and remains undelivered. Scripps requests that the paper be discontinued.

Letter from A. Dessan in Macaw to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated October 28, 1856. Dessan describes improvements to the Macaw burial ground, including the construction of a brick wall and iron doors, and the formation of a society for charitable purposes. He requests a synopsis of proceedings and appropriate prayers for the dedication of the burial ground, and inquires about his outstanding debt for the Occident, including the half-yearly subscription of Mr. Feuchswanger. His son Naphtaly delivered the letter, recently returning from California.

A one-page letter from A. Lazarus to Isaac Leeser, editor of the Occident, requesting that an advertisement be inserted in the next issue of the paper and that two copies be sent to the society. The letter is signed 'A. Lazarus' and includes the address '15 Dey St'.

A letter from Abraham Alexandre Lindo in Cincinnati, Ohio to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated February 23, 1848. Lindo writes that he received Leeser's letter of the 14th and notes the mention of the Retrospects in the February Occident. He encloses a circular with notices of the work to be inserted in the April Occident, and requests payment be sent to Messieurs Robinson and Jones. He mentions Mr. Guthrie's assistance in distributing 50 copies of the Retrospect. Lindo discusses the challenges of preserving from loss those who engage in similar efforts, and expresses his inability to conveniently sustain any loss from the project. He mentions writing to Rabbi Lilienthall and Revd Aurel Leo but having not yet received a reply. The letter is two pages on one sheet.

Letter from Benjamin Emanuel to Isaac Leeser concerning payments received in advance for Leeser's *Occident*. Emanuel lists several individuals who have prepaid for subscriptions and includes a sum total of payments received. He also mentions that the Occident does not arrive regularly to all subscribers. The letter includes a table summarizing payments received from various subscribers, detailing the amount received from each individual. The letter also mentions issues with the Memphis post office discarding refused mail.

Letter from C. I. Eisner, secretary of the finance committee of the United Hebrew Congregation in St. Louis, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Eisner requests Leeser's assistance in writing an article for the Occident about the congregation's new building project. The letter details the progress of the building and the financial challenges involved. Eisner also mentions that he and A.J. Lutz will soon be visiting Philadelphia and would like to meet with Leeser.

Postmaster Charles L. Weller informs the publishers of the Occident in Philadelphia that a paper addressed to Mr. M. Engel, late of Philadelphia, was not collected from the San Francisco Post Office.

Letter from D. Lilienthal to Isaac Leeser, written in New York City on January 29, 1847. Lilienthal discusses a sermon he delivered, offering it for publication in Leeser's *Occident*. He also inquires about payment and mentions needing money from Claiborne. The letter is written in both English and German.

Letter from E. Marcuson in Toronto, Canada to Rev. Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA. Marcuson informs Leeser of his presence in Toronto and expresses his hope to contribute to Leeser's *Occident*. He also inquires about the possibility of publishing his articles in the *Occident*. The letter is written in English.

Letter from Fred Lindo in Baltimore to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia inquiring about the publication of an article in *The Occident* magazine. Lindo's father had sent the article, "Union of the Congregations of the Jews in these States," and Lindo wishes to know if it will be published in the February or March issues. He plans to visit Leeser in Philadelphia in about a week and will deliver a letter of introduction from his father.

Hannah Simons writes to Isaac Leeser expressing displeasure over the publication of an advertisement in the Occident. She accuses Leeser of being an "insulting" friend in prosperity but ready to add a pang to the mind of a man in adversity. She requests that he discontinue the advertisement and send any bill to Rev. S. M. Isaacs.

Two-page letter from H. A. Henry to Reverend Isaac Leeser, written on June 18, 1862, in Philadelphia. Henry promises to send Leeser a sermon he delivered on Shavuot, and hopes it will suit Leeser's columns. He mentions the June 13th Gleaner and its editor's excuse. A link to the Occident Volume 20 No. 6 is provided, which likely contains the sermon mentioned in the letter.

Letter from Henry S. Jacobs to Isaac Leeser, written from New York City on January 13, 1854. Jacobs informs Leeser that he has left his clerical position in Jamaica and is seeking similar work in the United States. He encloses a copy of an address given by the Jewish community of Kingston, Jamaica, and requests that Leeser publish it in the Occident, along with any remarks that might assist his job search. He is applying for a ministerial position in Richmond, Virginia, and asks for Leeser's support. Jacobs also mentions issues with the Occident's circulation in Jamaica and the cost of his subscription.

Two-page letter from Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia to Charles Baland in Hartland, Waukesha County, Wisconsin. Leeser informs Baland that the editor of the Occident is out of town but that he has sent two copies of the November and December issues of the Occident.

Letter from Isidor Bush to Isaac Leeser, written in St. Louis, Missouri on May 6, 1857. Bush discusses an article he wrote, possibly for Leeser's *Occident*, and expresses hope that Leeser will publish it after correcting his English. He mentions preaching in German for the first time on Rosh Hashanah and the potential for new congregants. Bush also requests that Leeser visit him in New York to see his books, specifically mentioning a rare Talmudic lexicon, *Pahad Yitzhak*, and offering it to Leeser at a discount to help cover his debts and subscriptions to the *Occident*.

Letter from the representatives of the Israelitish Congregation in St. Thomas to the editor of the Occident, requesting publication of an annex and charging the cost to Major A. Wolff. The letter is signed by ?sorio (President), Jos Levi, J. Moron, ? Levy, and J. Caffe.

Letter from Joseph Freedman and S Freedman & Bros. to Isaac Leeser, written in Detroit on November 13, 1851. The letter discusses the writers' subscription to Leeser's *Occident* magazine, their efforts to solicit further subscriptions, and the recent establishment of a small Jewish congregation in Detroit. They describe the congregation's modest size, its recent founding, and its plans for a burial ground. The writers also express their hope to meet Leeser if he should visit Detroit.

Letter from Julius Mitchell to Isaac Leeser concerning a subscription to *The Occident*. Mitchell encloses four dollars for one year's subscription. The letter is written on letter-sized paper and consists of one page on one sheet.

Letter from M. I. Franklin to Isaac Leeser announcing the death of his father-in-law, Rabbi P. M. Heilprin. Franklin encloses a necrologue and requests Leeser to publish it in the Occident, either in the original or in an English translation. He also asks for two copies of the issue by mail.

Letter from M. Samelson in New York City to the editor of the Occident in Philadelphia, inquiring about the cost of running an advertisement for three months and providing additional materials related to the advertisement. The letter also mentions rectifying an error in the advertisement's printing.

Letter from M. Ulman to Isaac Leeser, written in Memphis, Tennessee on January 22, 1865. Ulman encloses a copy of a resolution regarding the death of Brother Moses L. Putzel and requests Leeser to publish it in the Occident and send the bill to Enphralis Lodge No. 35 I.C.B.B.

Letter from Matilda H. Cohen, secretary pro tem of the Hebrew Benevolent Society, to Isaac Leeser. Cohen apologizes for the unintentional omission of customary courtesy and attention to Leeser at the society's adjourned anniversary meeting on November 7, 1858, explaining that only members typically received invitations. She forwards a copy of the meeting's report and proceedings for publication in the Occident.

Letter from Morris J. Raphall to Isaac Leeser discussing the proof and second part of a paper on Jewish doctrine. Raphall requests a copy of a Bible advertised in the Occident.

Letter from Moses Myer, President of the Indianapolis Hebrew Congregation, to the editors of the Occident. Myer requests that an enclosed advertisement be inserted in the Occident for one month, with the bill sent to him. He also requests a copy of the paper containing the advertisement.

Letter from P. Newman, Secretary of the Hebrew Congregation Shangrai Chesed in New Orleans, to the editor of the Occident in Philadelphia. Newman requests that the enclosed material be inserted in the monthly columns and that the bill be sent to him.

Solomon Cohen sends Isaac Leeser a hastily written review of Judge O'Neal's opinion in a case vs. Benjamin for publication in the Occident. Cohen requests that Leeser not reveal his identity as the author, and suggests sending Judge O'Neal a copy of the Occident containing the review. The letter is dated March 14, 1868.

Letter from Uriah H. Judah to Isaac Leeser. Judah received a letter from Mr. M. Reed and submitted it to a learned colleague for consideration for publication in the Occident. He states that his business matters prevent him from answering Reed's questions fully himself. Reed's letter, dated December 9, 1847, poses three questions regarding Judaism's role in spreading knowledge of God among idolatrous nations, the Jewish community's view of Christian Bible distribution, and the possibility of benevolent union between Jews and Christians beyond common secular benevolence.