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Letter from Isaac Leeser to E. Bomeisler;January 24, 1856 Letter from Isaac Leeser to E. Bomeisler;January 24, 1856

Letter from Isaac Leeser to Miss E. Bomeisler, secretary of the Ladies' Home Association, declining an invitation to speak on February 12th at the Portuguese Synagogue because of his past strained relationship with that congregation. He states that he would be willing to speak if he received written consent from the President and Adjuntor, or a majority of them, indicating their approval. He offers to suggest an alternative speaker if this consent is not obtained.

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Letter from Zalma Rehine to Isaac Leeser;August 03, 1831 Letter from Zalma Rehine to Isaac Leeser;August 03, 1831

Letter from Zalma Rehine to Isaac Leeser discussing a recent illness, the writer's regret at leaving Brandywine, and the recipient's health concerns, specifically pain in his left side. The writer suggests a change of air might be beneficial and mentions the recipient's public speaking engagements, noting that the exertion is too much for someone with weak lungs. The letter also includes greetings to several people in Philadelphia, including Mr. and Mrs. Peixotto, Miss Simah Rachel Better, and others.