Subject: Antislavery movements

This 56-page pamphlet, published in New York in 1854, presents a scholarly examination of the biblical laws concerning servitude. Author William Jay argues against the interpretation of these laws as supporting the institution of slavery. The pamphlet represents a significant contribution to the abolitionist discourse of the mid-19th century.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Rabbi Morris J. Raphall at Congregation B'nai Jeshurun in New York City on January 4, 1861, the day President Buchanan proclaimed a National Fast. In this highly publicized sermon, Raphall argued that the Bible did not prohibit slavery and defended the institution, drawing both praise from the South and criticism from abolitionists in the North. Published by Rudd & Carleton, New York, 1861.

This pamphlet contains the text of a sermon delivered by Rabbi Morris J. Raphall at the Bnai Jeshurun Synagogue in New York City on January 4, 1861, a nationally proclaimed day of fasting. In this sermon, Raphall offers a pro-slavery interpretation of biblical texts, arguing against abolitionism and defending the institution of slavery as consistent with Jewish law. The sermon sparked significant controversy, generating both praise in the South and criticism from abolitionists in the North. Published by Rudd & Carleton in New York, this is considered a significant historical document in the context of 19th-century American religious and political debates.

Eight-page newspaper, *Campaign Dial*, published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on September 26, 1864. Published by S.E. Cohen, the newspaper strongly endorses Abraham Lincoln for President and Andrew Johnson for Vice-President. The newspaper reflects pro-Lincoln sentiment during the 1864 presidential election and highlights the publisher's stance against slavery.

Newspaper clipping from the New York Tribune, September 10, 1853, extensively covering the Woman's Rights Convention held in New York City on September 6th and 7th, 1853. The article highlights the election of Ernestine Rose as first vice president and includes excerpts from her speech advocating for women's property rights. The ten resolutions adopted by the convention are also detailed.

Issue of the New York Tribune newspaper published on August 6, 1853, announcing the Woman's Rights Convention to be held in New York City on September 6th and 7th, 1853. The newspaper includes ten resolutions from the convention and mentions Ernestine Rose's role as first vice president. Published in New York, New York.

Rare anti-slavery sermon delivered in Manchester, England, in 1861 by Rabbi Gustav Gottheil. Based on Isaiah xlii. 6, 7 and Leviticus xxxix. 43. This pamphlet is one of only three known copies in American libraries. The sermon attacks those who claimed slavery was sanctioned by Mosaic Law. Gottheil served as rabbi for the Manchester Congregation of British Jews from 1860-1873. He later served as Co-Rabbi at Temple Emanu-El in New York City.

This book is a third edition reprint of Peter Still's slave narrative, recounting his experiences of over forty years of enslavement in Kentucky and Alabama, ultimately gaining his freedom with the assistance of Jewish merchants Isaac and Joseph Friedman. Published in 1856, it is notable for highlighting the participation of Jews in the antebellum anti-slavery movement. The narrative includes an introduction by Rev. Samuel J. May and an appendix by William H. Furness, D.D. The book was printed by E. O. Jenkins and published by William T. Hamilton in Syracuse, New York.