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Subject: Jewish law -- United States

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Letter from Lewis Abraham to Isaac Leeser Regarding Synagogue Seating Practices, June 8, 1852Letter from Lewis Abraham to Isaac Leeser Regarding Synagogue Seating Practices, June 8, 1852

A one and a half page letter dated June 8, 1852, from Lewis Abraham in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Abraham inquires about various synagogue practices in the United States concerning seating charges and ownership, noting the 'thoughtless management' of Jewish legislation on the continent. He mentions forming a committee to consider policy in Cincinnati and plans to contact other religious leaders and laity.