Subject: Social conditions

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 volume is one of four diaries kept by Aaron Katz between 1913 and 1916. Written in small cursive script, each diary contains daily entries averaging about 15 lines. The entries detail Katz's personal life, family matters, business dealings (as a junk dealer specializing in metals), social interactions, religious observances (Reform Judaism), and news events. This volume covers the year 1915. Aaron Katz was born in Germany in 1860, immigrated to the United States in 1866, married Sophie in 1888, and had two sons, Albert and Felix. He resided at 250 Broadway, Kingston, NY.

This pamphlet contains the 1856 annual report of the Pennsylvania Institution for the Deaf and Dumb. The report includes a historical section noting that Reverend David G. Seixas was the institution's first teacher and initially supported it at his own expense. Page 16 contains an eulogy for Jacob Gratz. Published in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1857. Printed by Crissy & Markley.

This 26-page pamphlet contains the 1833 Constitution and By-Laws of the Hebrew Society for the Visitation of the Sick and Mutual Assistance, established in Philadelphia in 1814. The Society, the first formal Jewish mutual aid society in Philadelphia, provided burial funds and other forms of mutual assistance to its members. This edition lists the officers and 33 members of the society. According to Singerman #1065, only two other complete copies are known to exist.

This pamphlet contains the first official Constitution and By-Laws of the Jewish Foster Home Society of Philadelphia, published in 1862. It includes a list of members, with handwritten notations indicating those who have since deceased or resigned. The pamphlet offers insight into the early organizational structure and membership of this important charitable institution.

This 14-page pamphlet contains the constitution and by-laws of the Society for the Visitation of the Sick and Mutual Assistance, the first Jewish mutual aid society in Philadelphia. Established in 1814, this 1824 edition represents the earliest recorded constitution and by-laws of this important organization. The pamphlet is primarily in English, with a title page printed in Hebrew. It provides insights into the structure, governance, and activities of this pioneering Jewish charitable institution in early 19th-century Philadelphia.

This pamphlet contains the constitution and by-laws of the United Hebrew Beneficent Society of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as of March 1, 1861. Founded in 1822, the Society aimed to provide relief to the poor and sick within the Jewish community, including procuring medical attendance, medicine, and burial services. The Society also worked to apprentice poor children to trades and promoted Hebrew education. This particular copy belonged to Reverend Isaac Leeser, with his signature on the cover and the "Leeser Library, Hebrew Education Society" stamp on the title page. The pamphlet includes a complete roster of officers and members.

This pamphlet contains the constitution and by-laws of the United Hebrew Benevolent Association of Helena, Montana, printed in New York in 1885 by Thalmessinger & Mendham. It includes a list of the association's members. The document outlines the organization's rules, regulations, and objectives, providing insight into the structure and activities of a Jewish benevolent society in the American West during the 19th century.

This 22-page pamphlet contains the constitution and by-laws of the United Hebrew Relief Association of Philadelphia, established in 1860. The final four pages list the association's members and officers. This copy bears the stamp of the Isaac Leeser Hebrew Educational Library.

This pamphlet contains the constitution and rules of the Female Hebrew Benevolent Society of Philadelphia, first printed in 1836. It includes a report on the society's activities, finances, and membership list. The society, founded in 1819, was a pioneering Jewish charitable organization in the United States, providing a model for similar societies in other communities. This particular printing was done by Lydia Bailey.

This is an 1833 Latin-language dissertation, "Dissertatio Juridica Inauguralis De Domicilio Secundum Jus Romanum Et Hodiernum," by Mordechai Samuel de la Parra. The dissertation, completed when de la Parra was 22, was published in Leiden by C.C. van der Hoek. It represents the academic achievement of a young man from a prominent Surinamese Jewish family, illustrating the opportunities afforded to some members of the community to pursue advanced education in Europe.

This satirical four-page pamphlet, published in New York by Wm. B. Smyth in 1879, is a parody of antisemitic sentiments. Written by Harry Hananel Marks, it ironically depicts a meeting of the "Society for Suppressing the Jewish Race," complete with exaggerated proposals to revive the ghetto and the Inquisition. The pamphlet includes two cartoons referencing the Manhattan Beach Hotel and is marked "Exhibit B" on the first page. Its over-the-top language serves to expose the absurdity of antisemitism.

First edition of "Dreamers of the Ghetto," published by Harper Brothers in 1898. The provided description indicates this is a first edition.

This book contains the eighth and ninth annual reports of the Association for the Relief of Jewish Widows and Orphans in New Orleans. It also includes the anniversary oration delivered by Isaac T. Hart on January 8, 1863, a prayer by Rev. Dr. Illowy, and an oration by Alexander Dalsheimer of Baton Rouge delivered on January 10, 1864. The reports detail the activities and finances of the organization, providing insights into the charitable work undertaken to support Jewish widows and orphans in the New Orleans community during the mid-19th century.

This pamphlet contains the first annual report of the Jewish Foster Home Society of Philadelphia, published in 1856. The report lists hundreds of names of individuals and families associated with the organization, including notable figures such as Rebecca Gratz, Hymen Gratz, Uriah Levy, Abraham Hart, and the Geyser family of New York City. The report also includes an address by J. Binswanger, who gives the society's address as 146 Franklin Street, Philadelphia. This is the only known copy of this report, and it is not listed in Singerman.

This book contains the Fourth Annual Report of the Association for the Relief of Jewish Widows and Orphans, along with an anniversary address delivered by Eleazer Block on March 27, 1859, in New Orleans. The report details the activities and finances of the association during its fourth year. It also includes significant historical information about the Abi Yetomim Ubne Ebyonim (Hebrew Orphan Society) of Charleston, South Carolina, founded in 1801, making it the oldest continuously operating Jewish charitable organization in the United States. The text details the society's founding, its mission to care for widows and orphans, and the history of its building.

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 tells the story of Joseph Choynski, the first American Jewish prize fighter to achieve widespread acclaim. The book also includes biographical information about I. N. Choynski, Joseph's father, who was among the first antiquarian booksellers in San Francisco and a board member of the Jewish Alliance of California and its Ladies' Auxiliary. The book provides context on the Jewish Alliance's mission of aiding and educating Jewish refugees arriving in San Francisco.

This book, published in 1888 by the Provident Book Company in New York City, explores the intersection of Judaism and social issues. The author, Rabbi H. Berkowitz, served at Sha'arai Shomayim in Mobile, Alabama (1883-1888), and Rodeph Shalom in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (for 30 years, starting sometime after 1888). The book is dedicated to Reverends L. Naumburg and Dr. L. Mayer of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

This pamphlet, circa 1825, outlines the objectives and rules of the Mahasim Tobim Society, a charitable organization within the Spanish and Portuguese Jews' Congregation in London. Founded in 1749, the society aimed to assist the industrious poor by binding out apprentices, lending money, rewarding servants, and assisting boys leaving the country. The pamphlet is written in English and includes details on the society's activities and governance.

This 17-page pamphlet contains the oration delivered by Reverend James K. Gutheim on the fifth anniversary of the Home for Jewish Widows and Orphans in New Orleans, Louisiana. Published by order of the Board of Officers of the Association on January 8, 1861, this rare Civil War-era printing is a significant artifact of Jewish communal life in antebellum New Orleans.

Photograph depicting the ghetto in New York City. The photograph's date is estimated to be January 1, 1909, based on metadata provided by the donor. The image is part of the M Collection, located in Ms. Coll. 1410, Box 6, Folder 40. Geographic location is New York City, New York.

This 12-page book contains the minutes of the meetings of the Board of Managers of the Associated Hebrew Charities of the United States. The meetings were held at the Grand Pacific Hotel in Chicago, Illinois on June 27th and 28th, 1886. The book was published in St. Louis in 1886.

This pamphlet contains the report of the Executive Committee of the Helpers, a San Francisco-based organization, from January 1898. The report covers the organization's activities and finances for the period from its founding in 1889 to January 1898. The exact nature of the organization's activities and the type of help provided require further investigation beyond what is listed in the available metadata.

This book contains the second annual report of the Educational Alliance, an organization dedicated to providing educational and recreational opportunities for Jewish immigrants. The report details the Alliance's activities and achievements during the year, including the establishment of libraries, lecture halls, schools, and gymnasiums. The report highlights the organization's commitment to the social and educational upliftment of Jewish immigrants.

This pamphlet contains the sixth annual report of the Board of Trustees of the Orphan Asylum, Districts No. 2, 6 & 7, of the Independent Order of B'nai B'rith (I.O.B.B.), Cleveland, Ohio, for the year ending October 1, 1874. The report details the activities, finances, and possibly the names of individuals associated with the orphanage during that period. It was printed by Bloch & Co. in Cincinnati, Ohio.

This book, published in 1841, presents a series of letters written by Isaac Leeser to the editor of the Philadelphia Gazette. The letters argue for the equal rights of Jews in society, addressing issues of prejudice and discrimination faced by the Jewish community in Philadelphia and beyond. Leeser's work is a significant contribution to the ongoing struggle for Jewish emancipation in the 19th century United States.

This 22-page book contains the constitution of the Hebrew Orphan Society, founded in Charleston, South Carolina in 1801. The document includes revisions from 1802, 1859, 1867, and 1887, reflecting the society's evolution over nearly a century. The book was published in Charleston in 1887 and is housed in contemporary wrappers.

This book, "The Jew, at Home and Abroad," is a tract by the author ASSU, published circa 1845. The book examines the life and experiences of Jewish people both within their own communities and in the wider world. The content likely explores various aspects of Jewish life, history, and culture, as well as the challenges and perceptions faced by Jews in different societies.

This book contains the second annual report of the Educational Alliance, published in 1894. The report details the activities and achievements of the organization, which was located at the Hebrew Institute on East Broadway, corner of Jefferson Street in New York City. The report includes numerous photographs of children, making it a valuable resource for identifying individuals associated with the Educational Alliance during that period.

This pamphlet contains the twenty-fifth annual report of the American Society for Meliorating the Condition of the Jews, presented in 1848. The report details the society's activities and accomplishments during the year, likely including information on its charitable work, advocacy efforts, and overall progress in improving the lives of Jewish people in the United States. The report was likely presented to the society's members and possibly distributed more broadly to raise awareness and solicit further support.

This report, written in Dutch, is a petition from David Ricardo Capriles, a medical doctor and doctor for the poor in Curaçao, to the Second Chamber of the States General of the Netherlands. Dated May 24, 1882, the petition likely concerns a matter of public health or social welfare on the island. The exact content of the petition remains unknown without further access to the text.