Letter from A. H. DeLevante to Isaac Leeser;May 19, 1857 A. Delevante writes to Isaac Leeser from Philadelphia on May 19, 1857. The letter discusses Delevante's appointment as Leeser's agent, the lack of response to previous communications, Jewish news from Philadelphia (including the arrival of a new minister), and a request for Leeser's assistance in procuring several books. Delevante also updates Leeser on his synagogue duties and his efforts to improve congregational affairs. The letter is written in English with some Hebrew.