Notice Regarding the Formation of the Hebrew Benevolent Association of New Orleans, March 17, 1844

Handwritten notice dated March 17, 1844, from New Orleans, Louisiana, addressed to Isaac Leeser for inclusion in *The Occident*. The notice announces the formation of the Hebrew Benevolent Association, the adoption of its constitution, and the election of its officers: Gershom Kursheedt (President) and J. Ezekiel (Secretary). Measuring 5.5 x 8 inches, this may be the earliest surviving record of the first Jewish self-help society in New Orleans. The notice was likely written and sent by J. Ezekiel. The Constitution is not listed in Rosenbach.

Associated People/Businesses

• LEESER, ISAAC
• Ezekiel, J.

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

• Benevolent Societies -- Louisiana -- New Orleans
• Jews -- Louisiana -- New Orleans -- Societies, etc.
• Jewish Charities -- Louisiana -- New Orleans
• The Occident (Philadelphia, Pa.)
• Handwritten letters

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 5