Four-page letter written by Solomon Nunes Carvalho on April 20, 1852, from Charleston, South Carolina, to Rabbi Isaac Leeser in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The letter discusses internal conflicts and controversies within the Charleston Jewish community, mentioning individuals such as Henry Phillips, Rabbi Ellis Lyons, and Dr. Raphael. It offers insight into the dynamics of Reformed Judaism in Charleston during this period.
Subject: Congregations, Jewish -- South Carolina -- Charleston -- History
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Manuscript minutes from meetings of the Board of Directors of Congregation Shearith Israel, Charleston, South Carolina, held May 11th, 12th, 17th, and 24th, 1857, detailing charges against Rabbi Solomon Jacobs. Includes a transcript of Rabbi Jacobs' May 17th resignation letter, accusing the Board of unfair hearing procedures. The document is signed three times by Solomon Valentine as Secretary of Shearith Israel. The manuscript measures 7.5" x 12" and comprises three full pages.