Subject: New York (N.Y.) -- Social conditions

Broadside announcing the annual report of the Hebrew Benevolent Society of New York, dated October 27, 1862. The report details expenditures of $10,000 for transient applications and pensioners, and $4,000 to support 34 orphans. It appeals for further funds for a new orphan asylum and general needs. Signed by J. D. Edrehi, 165 West 21st Street, New York, New York. Includes a list of trustees and donation committee members.

Half-page illustration and accompanying article from Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, depicting "The Old Clo' Traffic on the Lower East Side" of New York City. Published in New York, New York on December 11, 1886.

Pamphlet titled "Handbook for Visitors to the Poor: The Sanitary Rights of Dwellers in Tenement and Lodging Houses in NYC and Brooklyn," published by the State Charities Aid Association, No. 16, in 1878. The pamphlet addresses sanitary conditions and the rights of residents in tenement and lodging houses in New York City and Brooklyn.

Issue of Harper's Weekly newspaper published in New York, New York on February 18, 1882. This issue features an article and accompanying illustration about Russian exiles arriving in New York City.

Complete book containing five sheets of ten stamps each, plus covers. The stamps depict Rabbi Kollel America Tiphereth Jerusalem and solicit aid for orphans and the poor. The book indicates an address of 26 Canal Street. Published circa 1910.

A one and a half page letter from Joseph R. Blaudon (?), dated February 2, 1853, in New York City, providing Isaac Leeser with a brief update on Jewish charitable institutions in New York City. The letter is written in English.

Lottery ticket number 57 for a 1/4 share in the 1803 Lottery for the Relief of Poor Widows with Small Children. The ticket is signed by Naphtali Judah, Bookseller and Stationer, located at No. 84 Maiden-Lane, New York City. The verso is blank.

A photograph depicting the Hebrew Kindergarten and Infants Home. The image shows a boy's face prominently on the front. The photograph dates to circa 1920, based on the donor's information. The geographic location is New York City.

Postcard depicting the Home of the Sons & Daughters of Israel at 282 East 10th Street in New York City. The front of the postcard shows the hospital, while the back features a photograph of a rabbi and his wife. The postcard is dated circa 1920.

Receipt for dues paid to the Society for the Education of Poor Children and Relief of Indigent Persons of the Jewish Persuasion in New York City. The receipt is dated December 12, 1842, and signed by M. H. Cardoza, Secretary of the Society. The recipient of the payment was Henry Hendricks.

Stereoscopic photograph depicting a street scene in the Five Points neighborhood of New York City, circa 1875. Five Points was a notorious area known for its poverty and high concentration of immigrant populations. The image offers a glimpse into the living conditions and street life of the time.

A painted wood rental sign reading "TENEMENT TO RENT." The sign likely dates from the early 20th century, judging by its style and the subject matter. It was found in New York, New York.