Letter from Dr. Ewing to Isaac Leeser Regarding Book Sales in New Orleans during the Civil War, October 14, 1864

A beautifully penned single-sheet letter (both sides) written by "Dr. Ewing" to Isaac Leeser on October 14, 1864, from New Orleans during the Civil War. Acting as Leeser's agent, Ewing sends a draft for books sold and lists remaining books (titles written in Hebrew), noting that some were not yet sold because the buyers had left for Matamoras, Mexico. He mentions other Leeser titles (in Hebrew) and orders two more titles, including one with a German translation, and 3 dozen copies of Peixotto's Scriptures. Ewing also inquires about the progress of the "Occident" and Bondi's election to the congregation, ordering 3 dozen copies of Leeser's "Hebrew Reader." The letter reflects the exodus of Jewish residents from New Orleans to Mexico during the Union occupation.

Associated People/Businesses

• Leeser, Isaac / Ewing, Dr.

Geography

No geographic information available.

Subjects

• Civil war

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 4, Folder 5