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Letter from B. M. Emanuel to Isaac Leeser, May 14, 1857

A one and a half page handwritten letter from B. M. Emanuel in Claiborne, Alabama, dated May 14, 1857, to Isaac Leeser. Emanuel apologizes for not paying for a Hebrew book and a subscription, citing financial difficulties. He mentions writing to the Chief Rabbi for leniency and plans to collect outstanding Occident subscriptions. The letter's back sheet serves as an addressed cover with a Claiborne, Alabama postmark and a 'Paid 10' notation. The postmark is noted as rare, valued at $175 in the late 1990s. The letter offers insight into Emanuel's financial struggles and his role in the community.

Associated People/Businesses

LEESER, ISAAC / EMANUEL, B.M.

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

Correspondence
Finance, Personal
Reform Judaism

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 5