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A one-page letter written from Baltimore, MD to Reverend Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA on October 7, 1853. The author, [?] P. Cohen, requests that Leeser send an ordinary copy of the Day of Atonement service via express mail. Cohen mentions a previous visit to Leeser's residence in Philadelphia.

The letter is a request for information about the dedication service of a Hebrew Orphan Asylum in New York. The writer asks the recipient to procure the service used at the dedication and any other relevant materials.

Letter from Isaac Leeser to Lewis Allen, written in Philadelphia on August 23, 1837 (22 Ab 5597). Leeser grants permission to Rev. Jacques Judah Lyons, Hazan of a congregation in Paramaribo, to read the Sabbath prayers. Leeser explains that this is a courtesy, not an assertion of congregational power to compel the Hazan to admit others. A second, shorter note, possibly enclosed with the first, expresses Allen's displeasure at receiving Leeser's explanation.

Letter from Isaac Leeser to Z. Phillips, Esq., explaining his absence from worship due to illness and inclement weather. Leeser requests that Phillips ensure the service is not omitted in his absence. The letter is dated April 15, 1831 (2 Iyar 5591).

Letter from Isaac M. Statky to Isaac Leeser, written in Buffalo, NY on July 20, 1848 (19 Tammuz 5608). Statky informs his Hebrew brethren that he is currently unemployed and seeking a position leading religious services in a synagogue in the United States. He provides a reference, Rev. J.J. Lyon of New York. The letter is written in English and Hebrew and consists of three pages on two sheets.

Letter from Moses N. Nathan to Isaac Leeser, written in St. Thomas on December 11, 1863 (5624). Nathan describes his arrival in St. Thomas, his well-received return to his ministerial post, his experiences during the High Holy Days, and a special service held in honor of the late King Frederick VII. He details the composition of the congregation, and the ongoing debates about the enlargement of the Synagogue building. He also comments on the state of religious practice, the sale of prayer books, and the health of his wife.

Letter from S. Lenn of Syracuse, NY, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, PA, reporting on the activities of the "Cheneseth Shalom" congregation during the recent holidays. Lenn details the sermons delivered by Rev. H. A. Henry, the attendance at services, and the congregation's financial contributions. He also mentions the resignation of President Jacob Stone and the election of Isaac H. Bronner as his replacement. The letter further discusses the congregation's decision to retain Rev. Henry's services despite offers of more lucrative positions elsewhere, highlighting the high regard in which he is held. Lenn expresses regret at being unable to secure new subscribers for the Occident and requests publication of his letter, if deemed appropriate. The letter concludes with a postscript in German, mentioning a conversation with Jacob Stone.

Letter from the Executive Committee of the Board of Delegates of American Israelites to an unknown recipient, requesting funds to support Jewish soldiers during the Civil War. The letter details the challenges faced by Jewish soldiers lacking access to chaplains due to religious restrictions in existing laws. It announces the appointment of Reverend Dr. Arnold Fischel as a chaplain to serve Jewish soldiers in the military hospitals of the Department of the Potomac. The letter includes a plea for donations to support the ongoing efforts to provide religious and spiritual comfort to Jewish soldiers.

Letter from Isaac Leeser to Z. Phillips, requesting consent for Dr. Jacob De Canholta to read שחרית on Kippur. The letter is written on four pages and includes a sideways note on page four identifying the author as Revd Isaac Leeser.