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Deed for City Lot No. 325, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 1, 1798 Deed for City Lot No. 325, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, July 1, 1798

Original partially-printed vellum land deed between Gustavus and Martha Colhoun (Calhoun?) and James Milligan for City Lot No. 325, situated on the north side of Chestnut Street, between Delaware Street (now 7th Street) and 9th Street, Philadelphia. Dated July 1, 1798. One page, 17 1/2" x 24 1/2", signed twice by Isaac Franks as Justice of the Peace.

Deed for Land in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1803 Deed for Land in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1803

This document is a deed for a parcel of land located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, dated September 19, 1803. The deed was signed by Israel Israel, who is described as the Sheriff and later the Grand Master of the Masonic Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania. The deed is beautifully penned and lettered on large parchment. The property is described as being located at Broad and Third Streets in Center City, Philadelphia.

Deed for the Estate of Moses Isaac, New York City, February 16, 1801 Deed for the Estate of Moses Isaac, New York City, February 16, 1801

Deed settling the estate of Moses Isaac, dated February 16, 1801, in New York City. The deed transfers $5000 to Joshua Jones and was signed by Isaac Gomez Jr., Abigail Gomez, and Esther Gomez. Esther Gomez was the daughter of Aaron Lopez of Newport, Rhode Island, and the wife of Moses Isaac Jr., son of the deceased Moses Isaac. Isaac Gomez Jr. was married to Abigail, also a daughter of Aaron Lopez.

Deed from Benjamin Seixas and Zipporah Seixas to Isaac Moses, June 14, 1793 Deed from Benjamin Seixas and Zipporah Seixas to Isaac Moses, June 14, 1793

Four-page deed in folio format (each page 12-1/2"h x 8"w) from Benjamin Seixas and his wife, Zipporah, to Isaac Moses, dated June 14, 1793. Witnessed by Simon Nathan. All parties signed except Moses. Benjamin Seixas, brother of Gershom Mendes Seixas, was a founder of the New York Stock Exchange, a member of the NY Militia, and engaged in privateering with Isaac Moses. Seixas was prominent in Jewish affairs and worked as a saddler and later an auctioneer. Isaac Moses (1742-1818) was a large-scale merchant who operated out of Philadelphia during the British occupation of New York. He was a prominent merchant-shipper and blockade-runner, whose firm, Isaac Moses & Company, later became Isaac Moses & Sons. The document is part of the collection of Judaica Americana.

Deed of Conveyance from Solomon Moses to Isaac Moses, March 24, 1818 Deed of Conveyance from Solomon Moses to Isaac Moses, March 24, 1818

Four-page deed of conveyance, dated March 24, 1818, from Solomon Moses to Isaac Moses for $1.00. This legal document transfers property from Solomon to Isaac and his son, Moses Levy Moses, following the dissolution of Isaac Moses & Sons. The deed lists the property owned by Isaac Moses at his death and includes mention of land on Long Island. Signed by Solomon Moses, his wife Rachel Gratz Moses, and witnessed by Benjamin Gratz and Reuben Etting. It also bears the signature of William Tilghman, Chief Justice of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.

Deed of Land in Doddridge County, West Virginia, from Joseph and Jacob Gratz to Henry Hallam, October 18, 1849 Deed of Land in Doddridge County, West Virginia, from Joseph and Jacob Gratz to Henry Hallam, October 18, 1849

This deed, dated October 18, 1849, conveys a tract of land in Doddridge County, West Virginia, from Joseph and Jacob Gratz of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Henry Hallam. The land was originally purchased by their father, Michael Gratz, in 1786 and subsequently passed through a trust held by family members before being sold. The deed is four pages long, measuring 11" x 17", written in attractive calligraphy on thin, hard wove paper. It shows minor age-toning and some repaired tears.

Deed of Land Sale from Isaac and Elizabeth Moses to Henry Pannebecker, Frederick Township, Pennsylvania, 1808 Deed of Land Sale from Isaac and Elizabeth Moses to Henry Pannebecker, Frederick Township, Pennsylvania, 1808

Indenture of April 4, 1808, by which Isaac Moses (described as a peddler) and Elizabeth Moses of Philadelphia sold a tract of land in Frederick Township, Pennsylvania to Henry Pannebecker (described as a storekeeper) of Upper Hanover Township, Montgomery County. The deed specifies boundaries referencing the land of George Nye and others. Witnesses include Abm. Quimpert, Abraham Moses, Benj. Markley, Isaac Peirce, and Fran. Wolbord(?). The document is a single-page vellum manuscript measuring 26 1/2" x 11 1/2".

Deed of Land Transfer from Abigail Hamilton to Timothy Abbott and Samuel Barnes, Philadelphia, 1791 Deed of Land Transfer from Abigail Hamilton to Timothy Abbott and Samuel Barnes, Philadelphia, 1791

Indenture dated May 6, 1791, in Philadelphia, between Abigail Hamilton and Timothy Abbott and Samuel Barnes concerning land on the west side of Third Street between High and Chestnut Streets. The deed specifies the land as "the northerly moiety of a larger Lot" previously conveyed to Andrew Hamilton. Abigail Hamilton signed the deed, witnessed by David Franks and Benjamin Levy. The document highlights the post-Revolutionary reconciliation between individuals with differing loyalties during the American Revolution, as the Franks family were Loyalists, while Benjamin Levy was a supporter of the Revolution. Additional biographical information on the individuals involved is included within the record.

Deed of Moses Levy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 4, 1794 Deed of Moses Levy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, February 4, 1794

Deed signed by Moses Levy, dated February 4, 1794, concerning land in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The deed indicates a direct land purchase from the government by Levy. Additional notes mention Levy's parentage, religious upbringing, and his role as a trustee of the University of Pennsylvania, as well as his contributions to early American labor law.

Deed of Sale for Lot 19, Parcel 533, Washington, D.C., May 15, 1827 Deed of Sale for Lot 19, Parcel 533, Washington, D.C., May 15, 1827

This document is a deed of sale for Lot 19, Parcel 533 in Washington, D.C., dated May 15, 1827. Charlotte Abigail Myers and Mordecai Cohen Myers, a Jewish family from Georgetown, South Carolina, sold the land to John A. Smith of Washington City for $350. The land was inherited from David Pollock. The deed is signed by William Cranch, subscriber of Deeds for the District of Columbia, and witnessed by Solomon Cohen. A verso notation indicates that notary Thomas R. Mitchell appeared before William Cranch as subscribing witness on January 22, 1828. The main portion of the deed is handwritten by a secretary. William Brent, Clerk of the Court for the District of Columbia, also signed the document.

Deed of Sale: Aaron Levy to James Duncan and Henry Weiss, Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania, August 23, 1803 Deed of Sale: Aaron Levy to James Duncan and Henry Weiss, Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania, August 23, 1803

Deed for the direct sale of land in Aaronsburg, Pennsylvania, from Aaron Levy to James Duncan and Henry Weiss. The deed is dated August 23, 1803, and features Levy's signature twice, with two Hebrew letters beneath one of the 'Y's. Levy, a partner of Joseph Simon, was involved in supplying troops and loaning money to the Continental Congress during the American Revolution and was a close associate of the Gratz family.

Deed of Trust signed by Simon Wolf, Notary Public, May 17, 1875 Deed of Trust signed by Simon Wolf, Notary Public, May 17, 1875

Deed of Trust signed by Simon Wolf as Notary Public on May 17, 1875. The document was signed by Civil War Captain E.C. Weaver. Simon Wolf (1836-1923) was a prominent figure in Jewish affairs, born in Hinzweiler, Kingdom of Bavaria. He emigrated to the United States in 1848, practiced law, served as Recorder of Deeds for the District of Columbia, and was Consul General to Egypt. He was active in Jewish charitable and educational movements and a prominent Freemason and member of the Independent Order B'nai B'rith.

Deed:  Transfer of Property in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, 1821 Deed: Transfer of Property in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, 1821

Legal document detailing a property transfer in Bradford County, Pennsylvania, dated October 15, 1821. The deed is signed by George Scott and Benjamin Shoemaker, acting in a legal capacity for Jacob Hart. References are made to Jacob Hart's familial connections in Easton, Pennsylvania, and his role as a constable in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The document includes specific dates: January 13, 1821; January 29, 1821; and February 10, 1821.

Deed: Abraham De Peyster to Pierre Guillaume De Peyster and Elizabeth De Peyster, New York, January 14, 1757 Deed: Abraham De Peyster to Pierre Guillaume De Peyster and Elizabeth De Peyster, New York, January 14, 1757

Deed signed by Abraham De Peyster, Isaac De Peyster, Anne De Peyster, Pierre De Peyster, and Elizabeth De Peyster Hamilton. Witnessed by Hayman Levy, Samuel Seabury Jr., Jacob Walton, and William Sackett. Includes remains of five personal wax seals and an embossed New York IV Pence tax stamp. Describes property located on the East Side of Broadway, New York, between the house of the widow of John Minerson and the house of William Barker. Dated January 14, 1757.

Deed: Brewerton and Jacobs Land Claim, New York, 1792 Deed: Brewerton and Jacobs Land Claim, New York, 1792

Five-page legal document detailing a land claim owned by James Brewster and pledged to Philip Jacobs. The document describes the eventual payoff of the claim by Brewster's mother, who sells his New York City house to Jacobs. The deed is signed by Brewster and includes an additional page of expense entries dating from 1792 to 1795.

Deed: Conveyance of Land to M. J. Jacobs & Co., Tucson, Arizona, September 1, 1873 Deed: Conveyance of Land to M. J. Jacobs & Co., Tucson, Arizona, September 1, 1873

Deed executed on September 1, 1873, between the Village of Tucson and M. J. Jacobs & Co., conveying a lot within the town limits for $4. Signed by Mayor James H. Toole, recorded in Pima County on December 29, 1882, and endorsed by Charles Drake. The deed bears the seal of the City of Tucson and signatures of William Osborn (recorder and justice of the peace), W.H. Hanson, and Jac. Martini as witnesses. This partially printed legal folio shows fold lines with partial separations.

Deed: Land Grant to Nathan Joseph, Tyler County, Virginia, October 1, 1855 Deed: Land Grant to Nathan Joseph, Tyler County, Virginia, October 1, 1855

Land grant deed on vellum to Nathan Joseph in Tyler County, Virginia, dated October 1, 1855. The deed is signed by Joseph Johnson, the 28th Governor of Virginia, who served from 1837 to 1842. Johnson's signature is accompanied by a brief biographical note highlighting his 40-year public service career, including service as a captain in the War of 1812 and multiple terms as a congressman.

Deed: Levi Brothers Purchase in Carroll County, Illinois, August 14, 1850 Deed: Levi Brothers Purchase in Carroll County, Illinois, August 14, 1850

Land deed signed by Illinois Governor Augustus C. French, transferring property in Carroll County, Illinois to Levi Brothers. The deed, dated August 14, 1850, bears the Illinois State Seal and the signature of Secretary of State David L. Gregg. The document is a single folded sheet of light blue paper showing signs of age, including tears, discoloration, creases, and soil spots.

Deed: Sale of Land on Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1828 Deed: Sale of Land on Second Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1828

Deed for the sale of land located on the west side of Second Street, above the Delaware River, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated February 23, 1828. The deed involves a transaction between Nathan Nathans and Curtis Cavender. This may represent a transaction between father and son; earlier transactions did not go through. See related items 18-119 and 200 in the collection.

Deed: Sale of Property Known as Loves Lane, New York City, May 1, 1818 Deed: Sale of Property Known as Loves Lane, New York City, May 1, 1818

A single-page printed and handwritten deed dated May 1, 1818, documenting the sale of a property known as Loves Lane in New York City. James C. Roosevelt and his wife, Catherine, sold the property to Samuel Tobias, a merchant, for $7500. The deed is signed by James C. Roosevelt and his wife. The document measures 19 1/2 x 23 1/2 inches.

Deed: Settling the Estate of Isaac Moses, New York, New York, May 28, 1818 Deed: Settling the Estate of Isaac Moses, New York, New York, May 28, 1818

This deed, dated May 28, 1818, details the settlement of the estate of Isaac Moses. Moses L. Moses and David Moses transfer property to Gulian Ludlow and Joshua Moses. The document includes a schedule of debts owed to various creditors in Philadelphia, Baltimore, Richmond, and Norfolk. Signed by David Moses and Moses Moses, witnessed and signed by Hayman Moses.

Deed: Transfer of Property from James Euston and Samuel W. Weer to the Pennsylvania Company for Insurances on Lives and Granting Annuities, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844 October 29 Deed: Transfer of Property from James Euston and Samuel W. Weer to the Pennsylvania Company for Insurances on Lives and Granting Annuities, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1844 October 29

This document is a deed transferring property in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was signed by Hyman Gratz, President of the Pennsylvania Company for Insurances on Lives and Granting Annuities, on October 29, 1844. The deed details the transfer of property from James Euston and Samuel W. Weer to the Pennsylvania Company.

Deeds of Sale: Robert C. Nuly to Moses N. Hart and James W. Spratt, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 1845 Deeds of Sale: Robert C. Nuly to Moses N. Hart and James W. Spratt, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina, 1845

Two related deeds of sale pertaining to the sale of a plantation. The first deed, dated July 1, 1845, records the sale from Robert C. Nuly to Moses N. Hart for $1300. The second deed, dated January 20, 1845, involves James W. Spratt and Moses N. Hart. Both deeds concern property located in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Moses N. Hart was a member of Beth Elohim Synagogue, starting in 1811.

Land Transfer Deed signed by Isaac Pinto, Fairfield, Connecticut, November 1, 1749 Land Transfer Deed signed by Isaac Pinto, Fairfield, Connecticut, November 1, 1749

This archival object is a land transfer deed from Fairfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, dated November 1, 1749. The deed features the bold signature of Isaac Pinto (1720-1791), a 29-year-old Jewish American merchant, who served as a witness to the transaction. The document measures approximately 8 x 12-3/4 inches and includes early printed text. The inclusion of Pinto as a witness is considered unusual for the time. Accompanying the deed is biographical information highlighting Pinto's contributions to American society, including his role as a translator for the United States government and his significant contribution to American Judaism by creating the first English translation of the High Holiday service, published in colonial times.

Signatures of Amos and Rachel Phillips: Deed Signatures of Amos and Rachel Phillips: Deed

This document contains the signatures of Amos and Rachel Phillips. The donor notes that the Phillips family was a large and old Jewish family in Philadelphia. The date of the deed is June 16, 1853. The document's location is M/OOS Box 1, Folder 2.

Stampless Letter from Abraham Hart to A. Russell, August 27, 1847 Stampless Letter from Abraham Hart to A. Russell, August 27, 1847

Autograph note signed by Abraham Hart, dated August 27, 1847, written as a postscript on the back of a stampless folded letter addressed to A. Russell in Pottsville, Pennsylvania. The note concerns a deed for St. Clare and mentions H.C. Carey. The letter bears a "PHILADA. Pa./5 cts" postmark. The recipient's docketing on the back dates the cover to 1847. Hart's biography is included in the description. He was of Dutch parentage, worked for Carey, Lea & Carey, formed the prominent publishing house Carey & Hart with Edward L. Carey, published works by Macaulay, Jeffrey, Mackintosh, and Carlyle, and later engaged in industrial enterprises. He was active in Philadelphia's Jewish community.

Three Deeds Pertaining to Solomon Etting's Property in Baltimore, Maryland, 1795-1831 Three Deeds Pertaining to Solomon Etting's Property in Baltimore, Maryland, 1795-1831

This archival collection contains three original deeds documenting property transactions involving Solomon Etting in Baltimore, Maryland. The first deed, dated December 28, 1795, involves Zebulon Hollingsworth and James H. McCulloch. The second deed, dated March 13, 1798, involves Solomon Etting and James H. McCulloch. The third deed, dated May 26, 1831, involves Solomon Etting and Rebecca Pue. The deeds detail property sales and transfers, offering insights into real estate transactions and the early development of Baltimore. One deed indicates a sale price of $6500. Solomon Etting was an early investor in the Baltimore East India Company (1807) and the first Jew to hold public office in Maryland. He served on the first Board of Directors of the B&O Railroad.