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Letter from A. Myerston in Puerto Cabello to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, dated June 15, 1854. Myerston requests Leeser to procure for him a portrait of the Love Giver in an ebony frame, or another dark wood frame if too expensive. He also asks Leeser to send him several books: a volume of "Select Sentences," one volume of poems by Mrs. Hyneman, a Jewish Calendar for fifty years, and one volume of Miss Peixotto's book of Bible questions. A note on the back indicates the letter was received and forwarded by Dovale & Co. on July 5th.

Letter from Myer J. Isaacs to Isaac Leeser discussing several topics. Isaacs begins by inviting Leeser to visit him in New York. He then comments on the "Patrick" portraits, offering observations on their resemblance to real people. A poem follows, followed by news about a Hebrew Professorship at Andover. He asks Leeser to attend a meeting of Rabbis in Philadelphia and describes ways of learning what they're planning to discuss. Finally, he asks about the progress of the College, stating that he has not heard any news.