This pamphlet contains the constitution and by-laws of the United Hebrew Benevolent Association of Helena, Montana, printed in New York in 1885 by Thalmessinger & Mendham. It includes a list of the association's members. The document outlines the organization's rules, regulations, and objectives, providing insight into the structure and activities of a Jewish benevolent society in the American West during the 19th century.
Subject: Jewish Benevolent Societies
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This legal deed records the sale of a cemetery plot (Lot No. 21, Sec. No. 13) in Mount Hope Cemetery by the Phoenix Widow and Orphan Aid Society to Isak Traub. The transaction, dated December 7, 1884, was for the sum of twenty-five dollars ($25.00). The document details the terms of the sale and includes the "Rules and Regulations of the Mount Hope Cemetery." The cover features prominent, ornate Victorian-style lettering for the word "Deed" and calligraphic script for the buyer's name. 3.
A one and one-third page letter written by Daniel Wolff to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans, Louisiana on February 6, 1850. Wolff discusses the formation of a Jewish Benevolent Society in New Orleans and the appointment of Reverend M. N. Nathan as minister of the Hebrew Portuguese Congregation in New Orleans.
Four-page letter (8 x 10 inches) penned by Isaac Hart, a Jewish community leader in New Orleans, Louisiana, on June 3, 1856, to Isaac Leeser. The letter details the coordination of Jewish benevolent associations, specifically the Ladies and Gentlemans Hebrew Benevolent Associations, and their newly opened Widow and Orphans Home. Hart describes the Home's administration, school, and daily activities, highlighting its positive impact on the community. He also mentions the progress of a new synagogue on Carondolet Street and the planned summer trip to northern cities by Mr. G. Kursheedt and Rev. Guttheim. The back page includes a list of new subscribers to the *Occident*.
A one and one-half page letter written by Isaac Hart from New Orleans, Louisiana on March 8, 1854, to Isaac Leeser. Hart describes the success of the Jewish Benevolent Society's ball held on March 7, 1854, and discusses business matters related to books.
This document is a true copy of a resolution from The Hibernia Savings and Loan Society, dated July 1, 1894. The resolution, originally passed on July 5, 1894, authorizes Theodor Blodes and Sigmund Fischer to receive and receipt for moneys deposited with the Society under Pass-Book No. 165/913 for Chebra B'rith Shalom. The document includes the printed text of the resolution with handwritten dates, names, and signatures, including those of the authorized individuals (Theodor Blodes and Sigmund Fischer) and Soloman Meyer (Sec.). An indication for a "SEAL" is present at the bottom left.
Ticket to the Purim Association Fancy Dress Ball held at the Academy of Music in New York City on February 26, 1880. The event was a fundraiser for the Building Fund of the Hebrew Benevolent and Orphan Asylum Society. The ticket features a lithograph of Queen Esther and her court. The reverse side lists over 100 managers.