Subject: Politics and government

This single-page document is from the 44th Congress Report 181, dated January 29, 1874. It details a claim filed by Louis Rosenbaum, a merchant from Las Cruces, New Mexico, for a lost check worth $1,424.37. The check was issued in payment for goods delivered to Camp Bowie, Arizona. The report also notes that S. Schiffer did not receive their check and recommends that both checks be replaced.

This 1796 first edition, first printing book compiles speeches delivered by President George Washington to Congress and addresses to him from various groups, including prominent exchanges with the Jewish communities of Philadelphia, New York, Charleston, and Richmond. Published "according to Act of Congress," it represents the first official U.S. government publication referencing American Jews. Printed in Boston by Manning and Loring for Solomon Cotton, it contains 282 pages with some foxing and minor imperfections but remains in overall superb condition with original full calf leather binding.

This 1753 book is a response to the controversial "Jewish Naturalization Bill" passed in May 1753, which allowed foreign-born Jews to be naturalized without taking the sacrament. The book offers an apology for the London citizens and merchants who petitioned against the bill, highlighting the public debate and anti-Semitic sentiments that followed its passage. The book includes arguments against the naturalization and reflects the intense public reaction that led to the bill's repeal within six months. The book's publication demonstrates the widespread anxieties and prejudices surrounding the integration of Jews into English society during the mid-18th century. It provides valuable insight into the social and political climate of the time.

This book, privately printed in 1909, examines the relationship between Abraham Lincoln and the Jewish community. Authored by Isaac Markens, it delves into Lincoln's interactions with Jewish individuals and organizations, exploring his policies and attitudes toward Jews during his presidency. The book also likely expands upon themes and information present in Markens' earlier work, "The Hebrews in America."

This volume contains the Acts of the General Assembly of the State of Georgia, passed during the session held in Milledgeville in November and December of 1857. Published in Columbus, Georgia in 1858, this first edition includes various enactments on corporations, banking, internal improvements, probate, and civil and criminal procedures. Of particular interest is the incorporation of the United Hebrew Society of Macon on pages 158-159, a burial society whose incorporators are listed within. The book also includes legislation prohibiting slaves and free people of color from residing separately from their owners, employers, or guardians.

First edition of the Acts of the Fifth Congress (1797), published by William Ross in Philadelphia. This volume includes the controversial Alien and Sedition Acts, legislation that granted the federal government broad powers to deal with aliens and dissenters. It also contains acts establishing the U.S. Post Office, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, and important treaties with the Cherokee Nation and Tripoli. The Treaty of Tripoli, notably, explicitly states that the U.S. government is not founded on the Christian religion and affirms religious neutrality in foreign relations. This book offers a complete record of the Acts and the Journals of the House for all three sessions of the Fifth Congress.

This volume contains the acts passed during the first session of the ninth Louisiana Legislature, which convened in New Orleans on December 8, 1828. Printed by Benjamin Levy, this is considered the first printing contract awarded by a state to a Jewish printer in the United States. The book includes English and French text on facing pages and features a list of acts, an index, and the 1812 Constitution of Louisiana. Notable acts included are a comprehensive slave registration statute and various laws concerning the militia, infrastructure, land titles, and civil and criminal matters. This is a first edition.

This 15-page pamphlet, published in Washington, D.C. in 1849, reprints the "Address of Southern Delegates in Congress, To Their Constituents." The address, initially drafted by John C. Calhoun, represents an attempt to unify the South in a pro-slavery stance following the Mexican-American War and before Zachary Taylor's inauguration. While initially considered "too drastic" by some Southern congressmen, the final version articulates the South's grievances against the North's perceived violation of the constitutional agreement to protect slavery. The address was signed by 48 of the 121 Southern congressmen. David Levy Yulee of Florida is listed among the signatories. The pamphlet is a first edition and represents an important document in the lead-up to the American Civil War.

This pamphlet reprints the text of the Jewish Naturalization Act of 1753, an Act of the Parliament of Great Britain. The act, which received royal assent on July 7, 1753, aimed to allow Jews to become naturalized British subjects through application to Parliament. The act was repealed later in the same year due to significant public opposition. The pamphlet includes details about the historical context of the Act, including the debate surrounding its passage and its eventual repeal.

This 16-page pamphlet, "An Appeal for the Union," is a pro-Union speech delivered by Robert J. Walker in 1856. It advocates for the election of James Buchanan, arguing that the Republican Party's platform poses a threat to the Union. The pamphlet was sent as a free frank by U.S. Senator David Levy Yulee and addressed to Charles Augustus Davis, a New York merchant and bank official. The pamphlet's significance is heightened by Yulee's handwritten address and signature, representing an important pro-slavery document published five years before the Civil War.

This 15-page pamphlet contains a speech delivered by Robert J. Walker on September 30, 1856, advocating for the preservation of the Union while also expressing pro-Southern Rights sentiments. Sent as a "free frank" by Senator David Levy Yulee to Miss Lilly Arden in Putnam County, New York, this document offers insight into the political climate preceding the American Civil War and highlights the relationship between these two prominent senators.

This legal document contains the argument presented by Alfred A. Cohen before the California State Senate's Committee on Corporations concerning Senate Bill No. 332. This bill aimed to regulate maximum rates for passenger and freight transportation on California railroads. The argument, delivered at the request of the bill's author, Mr. Lindsey, likely details the legal and economic justifications supporting or opposing the proposed rate regulations. The context suggests it was likely presented sometime around 1875.

This document comprises three excerpts from the Congressional Globe, the precursor to the Congressional Record, from the 24th Congress, 1st Session (circa 1856). These excerpts detail congressional deliberations concerning the establishment of a Hebrew congregation in Washington, D.C. The exact dates of the debates are not specified in this document.

This excerpt from the *Congressional Globe*, dated March 29, 1856, documents a debate on the floor of Congress concerning equal rights for a Hebrew congregation in Washington, D.C. The debate, which began on February 27, 1856, discusses granting the same legal standing to the congregation as Christian churches. This excerpt is from the 24th Congress, 1st session.

This 296-page Congressional Record documents the contested election of Stephen R. Mallory to the United States Senate from Florida in 1851. David Levy Yulee contested the election, arguing irregularities in the vote count. The record includes the Select Committee's report, supporting documents, and the Senate's deliberations, ultimately resulting in Mallory's confirmation. The detailed account highlights the political climate of the time and the complexities of Florida's electoral system. Published August 24, 1852.

This pamphlet contains a corrected census report of Maryland submitted by Reuben Etting, United States Marshal for the District of Maryland, to President Thomas Jefferson on December 23, 1801. The report includes a transmittal letter from Etting. Etting's appointment to this federal position by Jefferson is noteworthy, as Maryland law at the time prohibited Jews from holding state office.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Senator from Louisiana, in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech was a key component of the Breckinridge & Lane campaign documents and was distributed by the National Democratic Executive Committee. It directly addresses Stephen A. Douglas's concept of popular sovereignty and argues for the protection of slavery in the territories, referencing the Dred Scott decision. This pamphlet represents a significant moment in the fracturing of the Democratic Party leading up to the Civil War.

This 32-page pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Democratic Senator from Louisiana, on the floor of the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech is a response to Stephen A. Douglas, arguing against legislation restricting slavery in new territories. He references the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision (1857) to support his arguments regarding states' rights. The speech highlights the tensions leading to the disintegration of the Democratic Party and the eventual secession of the Southern states.

This congressional record contains the speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin, Senator from Louisiana, in the United States Senate on May 22, 1860. Benjamin's speech directly responds to Stephen A. Douglas's arguments on popular sovereignty and vehemently opposes any limitations on slavery in new states and territories. He cites the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision to support his position. This document is a key artifact of the escalating tensions leading to the Civil War, reflecting the deep divisions within the Democratic Party and the Southern states' determination to protect slavery.

This 1778 book, "Discours d'un bon Hollandois a ses compatriotes, Sur différents objets intéressants" ["Discourse of a Good Dutchman to his Compatriots, on Different Subjects of Interest"], by Isaac de Pinto, argues for Dutch solidarity with Britain during the American Revolutionary War. De Pinto, a wealthy Dutch Jew, economist, and director of the Dutch East India Company, presents an economic argument against the American Revolution, fearing the potential disruption to colonial trade and the established political order. This work reflects the complex political and economic climate of the time and De Pinto's unique perspective as a prominent Jewish figure in 18th-century Europe.

Published in London in 1753, this 100-page book, in the form of a letter from an anonymous merchant ('Philo-Patriae') to a friend, argues in favor of the Jewish Naturalization Act passed in Great Britain. Written in response to the intense anti-semitism that followed the Act's passage, the author defends the moral character of Jews and refutes claims that they posed an economic threat to native Britons. The book examines the status of Jews in other European countries and offers a reasoned counterpoint to the anti-Semitic sentiments that ultimately led to the Act's repeal in 1754. This copy is bound in contemporary boards and is in very good to near fine condition.

This book contains two speeches by Hon. Edward Joy Morris. The first, delivered in the House of Representatives of the United States on April 24, 1844, defends the Tariff of 1842 and its protective policies. The second speech, originally delivered before the Pennsylvania Legislature on March 4, 1842, advocates for American industry and protective duties. The 1842 speech is reprinted here with an introduction urging voters to support Morris, the Democratic Whig Tariff candidate in the 1846 election against Lewis C. Levin of the American Party (Levin won).

This book is a copy of Valentine's Manual of the Corporation of the City of New York. The flyleaf contains a full-page inscription from Uriah H. Judah to Dr. Simeon Abrahams, describing Abrahams as a scholar, physician, and Israelite. The inscription notes that the book was a gift from Valentine, a friend of Judah's. The book is dated approximately 1855 based on the inscription.

This pamphlet, published in Arnhem in 1778 by Antoine-Marie Cerisier (1749-1828), is a response to Isaac de Pinto's anti-revolution pamphlet, "Discours d'un bon Hollandais à ses compatriotes." Cerisier's work offers a pro-revolution perspective, engaging directly with de Pinto's arguments. This pamphlet is part of a four-part exchange between Cerisier and de Pinto, with all four pamphlets present in this collection. This specific pamphlet is followed by Cerisier's "Suite des observations impartiales d'un vrai Hollandais," also in this collection.

This document is a record of a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin to the United States Congress on February 11, 1859, concerning the acquisition of Cuba. The speech addresses major issues of states' rights and slavery within the context of the potential annexation of Cuba. The document appears to be a printed excerpt from the Congressional Record.

This 15-page congressional record contains a speech delivered by David Levy Yulee on February 14, 15, and 17, 1848, concerning the rights of people in U.S. territories acquired through the Mexican-American War. Yulee's speech is a significant early statement on states' rights and the issue of slavery in the newly acquired territories, foreshadowing the secession crisis. The speech directly addresses the implications of territorial expansion for the future of slavery and the political balance within the nation.

This document records the proceedings and a memorial adopted at a meeting held in Norfolk, Virginia, on May 16, 1834, concerning the restoration of deposits in banks. The memorial was likely addressed to the United States Congress, advocating for a specific policy regarding bank deposits. John B. Levy served as chairman of the meeting. The document includes biographical information about John B. Levy, noting his birth in Virginia, his later moves to Louisiana and Texas, and his death in Texas in 1877 at approximately age eighty-nine. Information is also provided on his wife, Emeline Butt Levy.

This pamphlet details the proceedings of the 1852 Democratic National Convention held in Baltimore, Maryland. The document lists the 49 ballots cast, highlighting the eventual victory of Franklin Pierce, a 'dark horse' candidate described as a Northerner with Southern principles. Of particular interest is the mention of Solomon Cohen, a Georgia delegate to the convention. The pamphlet offers a snapshot of the political climate of the time and the participation of Jewish individuals in American politics.

This book contains the proceedings of the Grand Lodge of Washington Territory for the year 1873. The proceedings list numerous Jewish members and notably include David C.H. Rothchild as a past Deputy Grand Master and Edward Salomon as the Governor of the Territory.

This pamphlet presents the findings of a Joint Investigating Committee on public fraud in South Carolina, specifically focusing on the claim of Hardy Solomon. The investigation implicates Solomon in a large-scale fraud scheme involving former Governor Franklin Israel Moses, Jr., who served from 1872 to 1874. Published in 1878, the pamphlet details the accusations and evidence related to the alleged fraud, highlighting a significant political scandal during the Reconstruction Era in South Carolina. The involvement of Hardy Solomon, a Jewish man, and Governor Moses, Jr., son of a Jewish man, adds a layer of complexity to the case within the context of Southern politics during this period.

This is a congressional record from May 29, 1844, focusing on a report from the Naval Affairs Committee. The document was part of the work of David Levy Yulee, a Florida Senator, after he changed his name. The report likely addresses naval matters, though the specific content requires further examination.

This book contains a 25-page critical review of Jacob N. Cardozo's work, "Lectures on the Elements of Political Economy," by Thomas Cooper, president of the South Carolina College. The review is published in Volume 1 of the Southern Review, 1828, pages 192-217.

This is a two-page Senate report, S. Rep. Com. No. 255, from the 34th Congress, 1st Session (1856). Senator David Levy Yulee submitted the report to the Committee on the Post Office and Post Roads concerning a memorial from Apalachicola citizens regarding mail service. The document addresses concerns about mail service in Apalachicola, Florida, highlighting the need for improvements to postal routes and infrastructure in the region.

This pamphlet reprints a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the U.S. Senate on May 8, 1860. The speech addresses Jefferson Davis's resolutions concerning slavery in the territories. Benjamin argues for the constitutionality of the resolutions and refutes Stephen Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. Published by Murphy & Co. of Baltimore, this 8-page pamphlet is significant for its contribution to the escalating tensions leading to the division of the Democratic Party and the secession crisis.

This is a speech delivered by Judah P. Benjamin in the United States Senate on March 11, 1858, regarding the Kansas Bill and the issue of slavery. Benjamin, a Louisiana Senator, eloquently defends the Dred Scott Supreme Court decision and refutes Stephen Douglas's Popular Sovereignty doctrine. He argues that slavery was part of the common law of the thirteen original colonies, supported by historical legal precedent and customs. This first edition pamphlet, printed by Gideon in Washington, is a significant contribution to the debate surrounding slavery and its expansion in the United States. It showcases Benjamin's legal acumen and foreshadows the escalating Southern demands for Congressional protection of slavery in the territories.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Congressman Leonard Myers of Pennsylvania in the House of Representatives on March 24, 1866. Myers, a Republican, addresses the responsibilities of Congress following the Civil War, advocating for strict Congressional control over the defeated Confederate states and outlining his vision for Reconstruction. He emphasizes the importance of liberty regulated by law as the safeguard of the republic. Published by the Congressional Globe Office in Washington, D.C., this 16-page speech is printed in double columns.

This pamphlet contains the speech delivered by Hon. Lewis C. Levin, representing Pennsylvania's 1st District, in the House of Representatives on December 18, 1845. The speech addresses the need for potential alterations to existing naturalization laws to better protect American institutions. Levin, a prominent figure in the Know-Nothing movement, was a vocal advocate for stricter immigration policies and was involved in the 1844 Philadelphia riots.

This pamphlet contains the statutes passed during the second session of the Washington Territory Legislative Assembly, held from October 2nd to November 13th, 1871. Edward S. Salomon is mentioned in connection with the publication.

This 1779 book, "Continuation of the Impartial Observations of a True Dutchman, On the Interests and Present State of Political Affairs of France, England, the Netherlands and the United States of America," is a rejoinder to a 1778 pamphlet. Authored by Antoine-Marie Cerisier, it argues that England has historically been the most dangerous rival to Dutch commerce and critiques Isaac de Pinto's pro-British stance on the American Revolution. The book includes a sharp critique of Isaac de Pinto, a prominent Dutch economist, and his economic treatise. This uncut and unopened copy is preserved in its original contemporary wrappers.

This 342-page almanac, published in 1843 by David H. Williams in Boston, provides a comprehensive range of information for the year 1844. It includes astronomical data (celestial phenomena, eclipses, planetary positions), chronological cycles, calendars (including a Jewish calendar and a Mahometan calendar), meteorological information, and details on the U.S. government, military, and postal service. The almanac also offers commercial and manufacturing statistics, population data, and information on educational institutions and religious denominations.

This 32-page pamphlet contains an address delivered by M.C.C. Church in Parkersburg, West Virginia on July 4th, 1867. Church's address praises the American Republic, viewing it as the political embodiment of Christian principles of justice, liberty, and law. However, the address contrasts this ideal with a highly critical portrayal of the Jewish people, whom Church describes as 'the proudest, the most debased, the most bigoted people who ever lived.' The pamphlet was printed by Welch, Bigelow, & Co. in 1867.

This pamphlet contains the testimony of Edward Turberville given before the House of Commons on November 9, 1680, concerning the Popish Plot. It also includes additional material on Francisco de Faria, whose own narrative regarding the Popish Plot is also discussed. The pamphlet details Turberville's account of events related to the alleged conspiracy, providing insight into the political climate and anxieties surrounding the Popish Plot in 17th-century England. The included biography of Francisco de Faria offers biographical information about his life and career.

This pamphlet contains the testimony of Stephen Dugdale, given before the House of Commons on November 1, 1680, concerning the Popish Plot. It also includes additional material on Francisco de Faria, whose own narrative regarding the Popish Plot is reprinted within this pamphlet. De Faria's narrative provides biographical details, including his birthplace in Pernambuco, Brazil (1653), his travels throughout Europe, and his service as interpreter and secretary to the Portuguese ambassador to England.

This book, published in New York City in 1829 by Naphtali Judah, contains the political writings of Joel Barlow. It's bound in modern quarter red morocco and marbled boards. Pages 159 and 160 were supplied in facsimile. Naphtali Judah was one of the first Jewish book dealers and publishers in the United States.

This pamphlet, a supplement to the *Whig Almanac* for 1844, provides election results, including the 1841 Florida territorial election where David Levy won by a significant margin (1954 votes to 1622). While the Florida results for the May 1844 election are not included, the pamphlet notes Levy's reelection by a large majority. Published in New York in 1844.

This pamphlet contains an address delivered by Edwin De Leon before the literary societies of South Carolina College in December 1845. The address outlines De Leon's perspective on the 'Young America' movement, its social, moral, and political doctrines, and its role in shaping American society and literature. Published in Columbia, South Carolina, by A. S. Johnston.

This book contains the rules of the South Carolina House of Representatives, various acts and resolutions, standing orders of the House, and the Constitutions of South Carolina and the United States. Published in 1847 by A.G. Summer, the State Printer in Columbia, South Carolina, it includes an interesting Rule II which accommodates members who are conscientiously restrained from uncovering their heads. The book is bound in half sheep and speckled paper over boards.