Subject: Jewish philanthropists

Handwritten abstract of a portion of Abraham Touro's will, dated October 17, 1822, in Boston, Massachusetts. The abstract details bequests to the Newport, Rhode Island synagogue and for street renovations near the Jewish cemetery in Newport.

Billhead of Louis I. Aaron & Co., malsters and dealers in barley, rye, hops, and brewers' supplies, located at 901 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dated November 5, 1892. The principals of the company were Louis I. Aaron, Aaron Cohen, and Marcus Aaron. The City Malt House, associated with the company, was located at 12-20 Vinial Street, Allegheny, Pennsylvania. This billhead is accompanied by biographical information about Louis I. Aaron (1840-1919), including his early career, business ventures, and philanthropic activities. He immigrated to the United States in 1857 and established himself in the malt and brewers' supply business before later investing in the Homer Laughlin China Company. He was also noted as a major contributor to Jewish causes.

Carte-de-visite (CDV) photograph of David Sulzberger. The photograph's reverse indicates that Sulzberger was the secretary of the Hebrew Education Society of Philadelphia for 34 years, an original member of the American Jewish Historical Society, and the first secretary of Dropsie College. It also notes his involvement in the manufacturing of extracts, perfumes, and essential oils. The photograph is undated, but based on biographical information, it is estimated to date from around 1890 or earlier.

Five printed receipts, with ink completion, documenting charitable donations to Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia between 1850 and 1854. Each receipt includes the donor's name and signature; one receipt is incomplete. Receipts measure approximately 3 x 8 inches.

Five printed receipts, three of which are complete, documenting charitable donations to Congregation Mikveh Israel in Philadelphia between 1850 and 1854. Each receipt includes the donor's name and signature. One receipt bears the signature of Hyman Gratz, Vice President of the Congregation. The receipts are partially written in Hebrew.

Article and illustration from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper covering Sir Moses Montefiore's 99th birthday. Published in New York, New York on November 17, 1883.

Autograph letter signed (ALS) in French by Joseph Bonaparte, written from Point Breeze, Philadelphia, on June 7, 1831, to President Andrew Jackson. The letter discusses Rebecca Gratz, a noted Jewish-American educator and philanthropist. The letter is one page, written on both sides, measuring 8 x 10 inches.

This book, printed in Philadelphia in 1890, commemorates the life and contributions of Isidore Binswanger (1820-1890), a prominent figure in Philadelphia's Jewish community and a successful businessman. It details his significant involvement in various Jewish institutions and charitable organizations, including his role in founding the Jewish Hospital (1865) and Maimonides College, and his association with Rabbi Isaac Leeser.

This pamphlet is a program for services commemorating the centennial anniversary of Sir Moses Montefiore. The program details services held in both London, England and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on October 26, 1884. The Philadelphia service was held at Congregation Rodef Shalom. The program includes English and Hebrew text.

A 16-page pamphlet detailing the proposals of the Pennsylvania Company for Insurances on Lives and Granting Annuities. Published in 1837, it lists the officers of the company. The pamphlet notes the involvement of a prominent Philadelphia figure, Hyman Gratz, who served as chairman. A connection to Mikveh Israel is mentioned. The pamphlet also references John Moss.

Chromolithograph depicting the proposed design for a hospital in Jerusalem, created in 1855 by Wyatt Papworth and Thomas Allason. This broadside, along with a second page showing the hospital layout, was sent to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia and Abraham Rice in Baltimore following a visit to Palestine. The hospital was never built. This is the only known copy.

Silver Kiddush cup presented in 1825 to Mikveh Israel Synagogue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Engraved in Hebrew and hallmarked G. Greenleaf. The bottom is engraved "R. G." (Rebecca Gratz). Exhibited at various museums including the Library of Congress, the American Jewish Archives, the Skirball Museum, and the American Jewish Historical Society between 2004-2006 and at the Museum of American Jewish History in Philadelphia (2010-2011).

Newspaper clipping from the *Christian Inquirer*, published in New York, New York on June 17, 1854. This clipping features a column on the funeral of Judah Touro in Rhode Island, including an eulogy by Isaac Leeser. Volume VIII, page 36.

Tree planting certificate commemorating the 75th birthday of Solomon Solis-Cohen. Includes a lithograph of Theodor Herzl and an orchard scene. The certificate is associated with Mikveh Israel Congregation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Dated January 1, 1934.

Watercolor miniature portrait of Judah Touro (1775-1854), painted by Adolph D. Rinck (French, c. 1810-1871, active New Orleans, 1840-1871). The miniature is signed mid-right, and a pencil inscription identifying the artist and sitter is on the reverse of the frame. It measures 3 1/4 in. x 2 1/2 in. and is in a period frame. The miniature is believed to have been painted from life, and two other portraits by the same artist were copied from it. Provenance: Gaspar Cusachs Collection, loaned to the Louisiana State Museum, New Orleans, LA (c. 1909-2016). Judah Touro was a well-known 19th-century New Orleans merchant and philanthropist who relocated from Newport, Rhode Island in 1801. He was known for his generosity, often donating anonymously. The miniature captures Touro's expression and attire, reflecting his means while emphasizing his humility. The Neoclassical style, with fine brushwork and smooth shading, is beautifully suited to the subject.