Subject: Certificates

Printed baptismal certificate for Georg and Catharina Loeb, issued in Allentown, Pennsylvania on April 18, 1861. The certificate is filled in and signed in Hebrew by Martin Wetzler, a Jewish scrivener known for his work in the Lehigh Valley. The certificate features a Jewish star within the name of Benhiemer and Wetzler's Hebrew signature.

This certificate confirms William Tinsley's membership in the Anna M. Ross Post 94, Department of Pennsylvania, Grand Army of the Republic. The document details his service as a Corporal in Company F of the 5th Penna. Cavalry during the Civil War, enlisting in 1861 and being discharged in 1865. He was mustered into the Grand Army of the Republic on April 7, 1879. The certificate features an ornate design with an American flag and eagle emblem, the motto "Honor Loyalty," and illustrations of Civil War-era soldiers flanking classical columns. A prominent seal is affixed near the bottom.

This document is a pre-printed certificate, issued in New Orleans on January 12, 1865, by Sigmund Loeb, a merchant. It certifies that the goods belonging to H. Frank can be transported, serving as a guarantee that the items are accurately represented on accompanying invoices. The certificate also includes a loyalty oath to the United States, affirming no aid or comfort has been given to the rebellion. The item is printed in orange and features three affixed US revenue stamps.

Printed certificate documenting the academic achievements of Albert Siegfried Bettelheim, dated July 6, 1852. The certificate, in German, lists courses completed and is filled in by hand. This is one of nine documents from the Albert Siegfried Bettelheim archive (1830-1890).

Certificate awarded to Gertrude Gottheil for completing a Music Gymnastics class on December 15, 1876. Accompanying the certificate is a handwritten note from Richard James Horatio Gottheil, dated May 13, 1903, to Gilbert Rich. The note indicates the certificate came from the library of Rabbi Gustav Gottheil, the grandfather of Gilbert Rich.

Certificate issued in 1871 by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, declaring Leopold Morse as one of its founders. The certificate is notable because, despite its declaration, there is no other record confirming Morse's recognition as a founder. The certificate is dated 1871. It was found in Arc.MS.56, Box 16, Folder 1.

Certificate of membership in the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania, awarded to Joseph L. Moss. Issued in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1860. The certificate is a printed document.

Certificate of membership issued by the Comorner Israeliten-Gemeinde to Aaron Siegfried Bettelheim on May 9, 1860. The certificate includes printed text and handwritten annotations, seals, and signatures of five individuals (Weifs/Goldberg/Polak...). This is one of nine documents from the Bettelheim, Albert Sigfried (1830-1890) archive.

Certificate of membership to the New Boston Lodge of the Independent Order Brith Abraham, framed in a carved frame with Jewish motifs. Created circa 1890s in Boston, Massachusetts.

Certificate from the Charleston County, South Carolina Court of Common Pleas, dated July 22, 1869, attesting that there are no unsatisfied money decrees against Marx E. Cohen. The document is signed by A. C. Richmond.

Two autograph ordination certificates (in Hebrew) for Albert Siegfried Bettelheim, signed by Rabbi Ephraim Wolf Rottenberg and Rabbi L. Loffler of Soenitz, Germany, dated 1862. These certificates are part of a larger collection of documents related to the life and career of Rabbi Bettelheim.

Certificate of service issued to Jules Leopold, a Captain in the 55th Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 1st Division, New York State Militia (Lafayette Guards), a French-speaking regiment. Dated January 8, 1860, in New York, New York. Signed by Jules Leopold and other officers.

Synagogue seat certificate documenting Moses Aaron Dropsie's lifetime ownership of Seat 222 in Congregation Mikveh Israel, Philadelphia. Dated November 4, 1862. Signed by A. Hart (Parness), Edward Weil (Secretary), and M. Cohen (Gaby).

This item consists of a legal document granting land on Haverford Road/Street to Enoch G. Hopkins, John Sloan, and Joseph L. Moss on May 1, 1859, accompanied by seven certificates. These certifications, issued by the District Court and Court of Common Pleas for the City and County of Philadelphia, attest that there are no unsatisfied mortgages or judgments against the property of Hopkins, Sloan, and Moss. The documents are addressed to A. D. Boileau from M. J. Davis and are dated throughout June 1859. The documents feature ornate handwritten script, characteristic of the mid-19th century, with various signatures from court officials and parties involved. **3.

Membership certificate issued by the American Society for Meliorating the Condition of the Jews on August 1, 1825, in Boston, Massachusetts, conferring a lifetime directorship to Rev. S. V. S. Wilder. The certificate notes a payment of $50.00. Printed in black ink.

Membership certificate for W. N. Hendren of the Berkley Democratic Club, dated October 24, 1892. The certificate features signatures from Jefferson M. Levy, Chairman of the Virginia League of Democratic Clubs, and Chauncy F. Black, President of the National Association of Democratic Clubs. It includes the mottoes "Home Rule" and "No Force Bill" and a lithograph of Monticello. Printed by A. Hoen & Co. Lith., Baltimore.

Membership certificate issued by the Bridgewater Democratic Club in Rockingham County, Virginia, on October 18, 1892. The certificate attests to the recipient's membership in the club. It is signed by Jefferson M. Levy, Chairman of the Virginia League of Democratic Clubs, and Chauncey F. Black, President of the National Association of Democratic Clubs. The certificate features the mottoes “Home Rule” and “No Force Bill” and a lithograph of Monticello.

Membership certificate for the Society of California Pioneers, signed by Louis Sloss (President) and H.T. Graves (Secretary). Issued in San Francisco, California on April 28, 1885. The certificate features engravings and details the life and accomplishments of Louis Sloss and Hiram Throop Graves.

A printed Reward of Merit certificate awarded to Isaac Hart. The certificate was printed in Providence, Rhode Island by John S. Hammond. The front is inscribed to Isaac Hart. The reverse features a printed poem about a bird. Date of issue unknown; possibly issued between 1836-1853, based on biographical information about Isaac Hart.

This item is a $100 First Mortgage, Four Percent Bond (Number 1497) issued by the Jewish Agricultural and Colonial Association. It was issued to Jacob H. Schiff on April 14, 1913, with interest payable from December 31, 1917, and the final principal due on December 31, 1924. Payments were designated to be made through the Utah Colonization Fund, Inc., The National Copper Bank, or Walker Brothers Bank, all located in Salt Lake City, Utah. The certificate features ornate green borders and decorative Gothic-style lettering for the association's name. An engraved vignette depicting a cultivated agricultural landscape, likely representing the Clarion colony, is centrally placed. The document includes detachable coupons for future interest payments and bears the signatures of Benjamin Brown (President), B. Horowitz (Secretary) of the Jewish Agricultural and Colonial Association, and David Spitz (Secretary of Utah Colonization Fund, Inc. Trustee). 3.