Letter from Isaac Leeser to Zalma Rehine;June 18, 1835 Three-page handwritten letter from Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia to Zalma Rehine in Baltimore, dated June 18, 1835 (21 Sivan 5595). Leeser recounts social events, including weddings and a recent Bar Mitzvah, and mentions various individuals and their activities in Philadelphia. He discusses his teaching and a recent address he gave on education. The letter also contains numerical notations, possibly accounting or bookkeeping entries, written sideways on the last page.
Letter from Selena;June 08, 1856 A four-page letter written by Selena from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on June 8, 1856. The letter is addressed to an unnamed friend. The writer discusses various social events, including the recent mayoral election and the visits of family members and acquaintances. She also comments on the visits of two Mr. Moses, one from California and the other from China. There are numerous mentions of other people. The letter shows the author's social circle and concerns.
Letter from Zalma Rehine to Isaac Leeser;October 18, 1835 Letter from Zalma Rehine of Baltimore to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. Rehine thanks Leeser for an almanac and discusses social calls and the expectations of visiting friends and family. She mentions several individuals, including Mr. Mordecai, Miss Etting, Mr. Cohen, Mr. Levy, and Mr. Philips. The letter also conveys messages from Rehine's aunt, Mrs. Depass, and other family members.