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Letter from D. Stein to Isaac Leeser Regarding Bible Subscriptions, Wheeling, WV, July 17, 1854Letter from D. Stein to Isaac Leeser Regarding Bible Subscriptions, Wheeling, WV, July 17, 1854

A one-page letter written by D. Stein of Wheeling, West Virginia, to Isaac Leeser on July 17, 1854. The letter discusses issues with subscriptions for Bibles, specifically mentioning Messrs. Heyman & Block's refusal to accept their copies due to a misunderstanding about the type of Bible. Stein expresses regret about their actions and notes that this is not for publication. The letter also mentions the collection of over $300 by the Israelites of Wheeling and includes a copy of their meeting minutes.