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Letter from Samuel Josephs to Moses A. Dropsie Regarding Pennsylvania Railroad Legislation, February 18, 1873

Three-page letter written by Samuel Josephs, a Jewish legislator in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, to Moses A. Dropsie, a prominent Philadelphia lawyer and Jewish communal leader, from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, on February 18, 1873. Josephs discusses a bill stalled in committee, mentioning opposition from parties interested in railroads and offering advice to Dropsie on ensuring its success. The letter provides insight into Jewish lobbying efforts concerning railroad legislation in Pennsylvania during this period.

Associated People/Businesses

Josephs, Samuel
Dropsie, Moses A. (Moses Aaron), 1821-1905
JOSEPHS, SAMUEL / DROPSIE, MOSES

Geography

Harrisburg

Subjects

Jewish legislators
Lobbying

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 5, Folder 4