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Letter from Henry Solomon to Michael Gratz Regarding Lottery Tickets, 1762

A letter dated January 1, 1762, from Henry Solomon in London, England, to his cousin Michael Gratz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Solomon reports on the status of lottery tickets purchased for himself and Gratz, providing details about their participation in the English lottery. A copy of a lottery ticket is included to explain the lottery's workings. This letter offers insights into transatlantic business communication among Jewish merchants.

Associated People/Businesses

Henry, Solomon
Gratz, Michael, 1740-1811
Franks, David
GRATZ, MICHAEL / HENRY, SOLOMON

Geography

Philadelphia

Subjects

Commercial correspondence
Jewish merchants
Lotteries
18th century

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 4