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Letter from N. Gallinger to Isaac Leeser Regarding Jewish Poverty in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, January 18, 1850

A one-page letter written by N. Gallinger to Rabbi Isaac Leeser on January 18, 1850, detailing the plight of 25 impoverished Jewish families in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Gallinger describes their inability to feed their families for a week despite working five days, highlighting the challenges faced by observant Jews in the United States in the 19th century. The letter also touches on the impact of blue laws restricting Sabbath observance.

Associated People/Businesses

Leeser, Isaac
Gallinger, N.
LEESER, ISAAC / GALLINGER, N.

Geography

Pittsburgh
Philadelphia

Subjects

Poverty
19th century
Judaism

Physical Location

Arc.MS.56, Box 3, Folder 1