Subject: Letter writing

An envelope addressed to H. & C. Tobias in New York, NY from Henry Tobias in Liverpool, England, dated August 18, 1841. The envelope contains a partially written draft of a letter declining an invitation.

A two-page, stampless letter written by Charles Tobias in Liverpool, England, on August 3, 1841, to his brother Henry Tobias in New York City. Charles describes his travels, a recent illness requiring an operation, and details purchases of gold rings, chains, and hairpins made in Paris with M.I. Tobias & Co.

Two-page letter written by David C. Levy in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 13, 1848, to T. J. Tobias in New York, New York. Levy expresses gratitude for Tobias' hospitality in New York and describes his new life in Philadelphia, mentioning his family and social engagements.

A one-page letter written by Fred M. Tobias in Liverpool, England, on May 23, 1838, to his cousin Charles Tobias in New York City. The letter requests the forwarding of a letter to Fred's brother Charles, who may be in New York City or Mexico City. It also mentions confusion caused by unnamed remittances and requests that names be included in future remittances.

Single-page letter written by H. C. Ezekiel, formerly of Richmond, to Isaac Leeser on April 19, 1867. The letter, written on the letterhead of Gottlieb and Ezekiel, Dealers in Government Groups, Clothing, Dry Goods in Cincinnati, inquires about the publication and potential order of *Daily Prayers According to the Reform Minhag America*. The letter is accompanied by a Civil War store token, likely issued by a sutler, featuring the inscription "M. EZEKIEL..3RD VIR. REGT...GOOD FOR 5 IN GOODS" on the front. The back of the token is blank. The Ezekiel family was notable in Richmond.

Two-page letter written by H. Guedalla in London, England to Samuel Etting in Baltimore, Maryland on January 29, 1858. The letter is part of the Etting/Carvalho Archive at Beit Yisrael Sefardi.

This four and a half page letter (7.5" x 10") was written by Israel De Horta (?) on March 12, 1853, in Mobile, Alabama, and addressed to Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia. The letter includes a handwritten copy of a report from the Mobile Daily Observer (March 12, 1853) on the consecration of Congregation Sha'arai Shomayim's new synagogue building, along with commentary on seating arrangements, the cost of carpeting, and the religious school. De Horta explains that he did not send internal affairs to Robert Lyon at the Asmonea, only sending the article from the Mobile Daily Observer, believing Leeser would have sufficient information for the public. The letter concludes with a request for books and a list of 30 religious school children by age. A note in cursive Hebrew is also present. The letter is written on notes for the minutes on the consecration of the new building, suggesting De Horta sent relevant pages from his copybook before adding the letter itself. The letter provides details about the growth and development of the Congregation Sha'arai Shomayim in Mobile, Alabama, mentioning its previous location and its first rabbi, Benjamin da Silva.

Two-page letter written by Joshua I. Cohen to Isaac Leeser from Baltimore on September 10, 1848 (5608). The letter discusses Hebrew subjects of mutual interest, referencing a previous letter (HCA catalog No. 765, September 21, 2006). Cohen's writing, described as small and untidy, includes some Hebrew words. He mentions a woman whose character he discusses, and invites Leeser to visit the new synagogue in Baltimore upon its consecration. The verso acts as a cover sheet with Leeser's address. The letter also includes biographical information about the Cohen family of Baltimore, tracing their origins from Bavaria to their prominence in the Baltimore Jewish community and municipal life starting in the early 19th century.

A single-page letter written by L.C. Lee of London, England, to Samuel Etting in Baltimore, Maryland, dated January 25, 1858. The letter is part of the Etting/Carvalho Archive in the Beit Yisrael Sefardi collection.

A two-and-a-half-page stampless letter written by Lewin Mosely in Liverpool, England on April 10, 1838, to Charles Tobias in New York City. The letter expresses sympathy regarding the death of Charles's uncle and mentions that George's illness has increased Mosely's workload.

A three-page, stampless letter written by M. L. Mozley in Liverpool, England to Tobias I. Tobias in New York City, New York, dated April 7, 1823. The letter contains personal news about friends and family.

A letter written by Margaret C. Bullock to Mayer Sulzberger expressing regret over a missed visit and sending regards to Mrs. Sulzberger. The letter was written in Norfolk, England, around June 1880.

Letter written by Mayer Sulzberger to Emanuel Furth on July 2, 1880, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter concerns Sulzberger's upcoming European trip and his involvement with the Board of Delegates of American Israelites. The letter is addressed to Furth at the Young Men's Hebrew Association (YMHA) in Philadelphia.

Four-page letter written by Mayer Sulzberger on his letterhead at 6th & Chestnut, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Simon Muhr, who is traveling abroad. Dated May 10, 1880. The letter contains commentary on the political climate, specifically regarding Ulysses S. Grant's potential third presidential term and observations on the overstocked clothing manufacturing industry.

Autograph letter written by Miriam Gratz Moses Cohen to Isaac Leeser on August 29, 1855, in Savannah, Georgia. The letter discusses a check for Rebecca and books, and includes friendly remarks.

Two-page letter written by Rebecca Gratz to her brother, Joseph, urging him not to leave home and to consider their aging parents. Written in haste and under duress, with numerous corrections, it reveals her common sense even in stressful times. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, circa 1805. This letter predates the known collection of Rebecca Gratz's letters, published in 1929, and offers intimate details not found elsewhere.

Three-page stampless letter from Rebecca Gratz in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Miss Sarah Ann Minis in Savannah, Georgia, dated April 7, 1834. The letter discusses family affairs one month before Sarah's marriage to Dr. Isaac Hays.

A four-page letter written by Sara Gratz Moses in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Phoebe Hays Valentine in Montreal, Canada, dated April 8, 1848. The letter details Moses's upcoming marriage to Jacob Henry Joseph and her anxieties about her appearance. It also mentions the approaching Passover holiday.

A letter written by Simon Muhr to Mayer Sulzberger from Paris on July 21, 1880. Muhr discusses his upcoming visit to London and expresses a preference for Paris over London.

Three single-page letters dated July 11, 1849, from Solomon & Hart to Reverend Isaac Leeser. The letters discuss an order for silk and damask materials for Torah, bimah, and Ark decorations for a synagogue. The correspondence details the quantities, qualities, and colors of the fabrics ordered, including blue and white satin, crimson and gold brocatelle, and crimson damask. The letters also mention the possibility of returning some materials if they are unsatisfactory. One letter includes a wax seal and a red postmark dated "NEW YORK 11 JULY 5 cts.".

One-page letter written by Tobias I. Tobias in New York City to E. E. Nicholls in New York City on August 8, 1824. The letter mentions enclosing a draft related to the account of Judah Cohen as a legacy bequest to friends in Richmond, Virginia. The letter may be a draft itself.

A 1 1/2-page stampless letter written by Fred M. Tobias in Liverpool, England, on May 5th and 7th, 1838, to his father, Tobias I. Tobias, in New York City. The letter discusses the recent death of M.J. Tobias, plans to visit Uncle Asher in London, and contains business matters.