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Letter from A. C. Peirpotte to Isaac Leeser;January 07, 1859 Letter from A. C. Peirpotte to Isaac Leeser;January 07, 1859

Letter from A. C. Peirpotte in Kingston, Jamaica to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA. Peirpotte writes that he received Leeser's letter and the books, and will try to sell them. He mentions difficulties in selling books in Jamaica due to widespread poverty. He also mentions various deaths, expresses his affection for Louisa, and sends regards to Mrs. Cousens and other friends. The letter includes a note about a book sample, and mentions L.D. Lufus.

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Letter from Edward Gaskill to Isaac Leeser;April 01, 1864 Letter from Edward Gaskill to Isaac Leeser;April 01, 1864

One-page letter from Edward Gaskill to Reverend Isaac Leeser, dated April 1, 1864, from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Gaskill inquires about a list of books Leeser wishes to have bound, offering to provide an answer if he can undertake the work. He also expresses regret over any negative feelings Leeser may harbor toward him and proposes a friendly conversation.

Letter from Jacob Canter DeLaMotta to Isaac Leeser;April 20, 1830 Letter from Jacob Canter DeLaMotta to Isaac Leeser;April 20, 1830

Letter from Jacob Canter DeLaMotta to Isaac Leeser from Charleston, South Carolina, expressing friendship and offering assistance in obtaining subscribers for Leeser's publications. DeLaMotta discusses his efforts to promote the publications and reflects on his acquaintances in Philadelphia. He also includes personal comments, expressing hope that his Philadelphia friends are well and mentioning his admiration for a certain lady. The letter is written on four sheets of paper, comprising three pages. The last page includes a postscript expressing greetings to Mr. Peixotto and his family.

Letter from Joseph Freedman to Isaac Leeser;June 07, 1853 Letter from Joseph Freedman to Isaac Leeser;June 07, 1853

Joseph S. Freedman writes to Isaac Leeser from Detroit, Michigan on June 7, 1853, requesting an introduction to respectable Jewish families in Philadelphia. Freedman explains his desire to form a personal connection, not a business one, and expresses a preference for families of American birth or upbringing. He also includes a note about a payment for books, enclosing $3 on behalf of Mr. Bressler.