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Letter from Sigismund Waterman to Isaac Leeser, July 19, 1849

Two-page letter written by Dr. Sigismund Waterman to Isaac Leeser on July 19, 1849, in New York, New York. Waterman sharply criticizes Leeser's personal attacks and handling of debate, questioning Leeser's journalistic ethics and fairness. Waterman, the first Jewish medical graduate from Princeton, discusses his role as translator and future plans. The letter is marked as strictly confidential.

Associated People/Businesses

Leeser, Isaac
Waterman, Sig.
LEESER, ISAAC / WATERMAN, DR. SIGISMOND

Geography

New York City

Subjects

Judaism
Journalism
Criticism

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 4