This pamphlet is a program commemorating the 50th anniversary of Dr. Henry Cohen's tenure as rabbi of Congregation B'nai Israel in Galveston, Texas, and his 75th birthday. The program, dated April 27, 1938, likely details the events and speakers of the jubilee celebration. It offers a glimpse into the history of Congregation B'nai Israel and the life and work of Dr. Henry Cohen, a prominent figure in Galveston's Jewish community.
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A commercial letter dated October 28, 1876, from Leon & H. Blum, a wholesale dry goods company with offices in Galveston, Texas and New York City, to John M. Lewis in Jefferson, Texas. The letter features a vignette of the company's Galveston building and lists the company's addresses.
One-page letter written by Michael Seeligson from Galveston, Texas, to Isaac Leeser on June 19, 1853. Seeligson discusses his acceptance of the mayoral position in Galveston, emphasizing his commitment to upholding the dignity of Judaism for himself and his fellow Jews. The letter highlights the intersection of Jewish identity and civic leadership in 19th-century Texas.