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Wealth & Biography of the Wealthy Citizens of New York CityWealth & Biography of the Wealthy Citizens of New York City

This book, published in 1845 by The Sun Newspaper in New York City, profiles wealthy New York City citizens with a net worth exceeding $100,000. It includes a significant biography of Haym Salomon, focusing on his substantial wealth and the significant debt owed to him by the United States government, and also includes profiles of August Belmont, Amelia, Rebecca, and Bell Judah. The book offers insights into the lives and fortunes of prominent New Yorkers in the mid-19th century, shedding light on the economic landscape and social structure of the time.

Wealth and Biography of the Wealthy Citizens of PhiladelphiaWealth and Biography of the Wealthy Citizens of Philadelphia

Book published by Zieber & Co. in Philadelphia in 1845. The book contains numerous personal details about wealthy citizens of Philadelphia, including mentions of Jewish individuals such as Abraham Elkin, E. Ettling, and John Moss. The book focuses on the mercantile community and provides biographical information on prominent figures within it.