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Letter from W. B. Simmons to Isaac Leeser, July 19, 1844

Two-page letter written by W. B. Simmons of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on July 19, 1844. Simmons details the recent death of his wife, discusses challenges within the St. Thomas Jewish community, including the dismissal of the Hazan, Mr. Carrillon, and mentions book and newspaper matters.

Associated People/Businesses

Leeser, Isaac
Simmons, W. B.
LEESER, ISAAC / SIMMONS, M.B.

Geography

Saint Thomas
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania

Subjects

Death
Religious leaders
Synagogues
Correspondence

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 1