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Letter from Isaac Mayer Wise to Isaac Leeser Regarding the Congregation Beth-El of Albany Affair, September 20, 1850
This two-and-a-half-page letter, dated September 20, 1850, details Rabbi Isaac Mayer Wise's account of the conflict that led to the dissolution of his position at Congregation Beth-El in Albany, New York. Wise describes a contentious meeting, a physical altercation, and the subsequent formation of a new congregation, Anshe Emeth, by his supporters. The letter is addressed to Rabbi Isaac Leeser of Philadelphia.
Associated People/Businesses
- Leeser, Isaac
- Wise, Isaac Mayer, 1819-1900
- Congregation Beth Emeth (Albany, N.Y.)
- LEESER, ISAAC / WISE, ISAAC MAYER
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Physical Location
Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 4