Subject: Palestine--History

Trilingual (English, Arabic, Yiddish) fund-raising broadside issued by the Allgemeiner Israelitischer Krankenhaus Misgav Ladach in Jerusalem, circa 1895. The broadside appeals for financial assistance due to economic hardship and troubles in Russia. It features the seals of the Grand Rabbi of Palestine, Eliau M. Panigel, and the hospital.

This four-page manuscript (8 x 10 inches) is a translation by Isaac Leeser of a letter dated September 13, 1849, from Rabbi Joseph Schwarz in New York to Leeser. The original letter, written in German, was a solicitation for funds for the Israelites in Palestine. This is considered an early example of a broad appeal to American synagogues for philanthropic support of Palestine, foreshadowing later large-scale organizations like the United Jewish Appeal. Leeser's translation includes notations about printing a broadside with accompanying certificates (200 copies planned). The original broadside was possibly never printed, making this translation a unique record of this early appeal. The letter details the history of Jewish presence in Palestine, the hardships faced, and the need for a permanent relief fund. Signatories include Rabbi Joseph Schwarz and Rabbi Zadok Levy. The manuscript is located in Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 6.

Autograph letter signed by Sir Moses Montefiore to Mrs. Warre, dated June 7, 1864. Montefiore expresses his thanks for her congratulations upon his safe return (possibly from Palestine).