Baptismal Certificate by Martin Wetzler, Allentown, Pennsylvania, 1858 January 1


A Hebrew-language baptismal certificate filled in and signed by Martin Wetzler in Allentown, Pennsylvania on January 1, 1858. The certificate, printed on a form, includes watercolor details and is notable for Wetzler's unique status as a Jewish scrivener in the Lehigh Valley during this period. He is known to have sometimes included a Star of David and signed in Hebrew on these Christian certificates.


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  • Wetzler, Martin
  • WETZLER, MARTIN

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Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Volume E, Page 4