Letter from A. Abrams, Secretary of the Shangarai Chasset (Gates of Mercy) Congregation, to Isaac Hart, inviting him to the consecration ceremony of their new synagogue in New Orleans on April 1, 1845. The letter mentions the involvement of L. C. Levy, Maurice Hart, Joseph Simon, and M. M. Simpson in the event. This letter is significant as a rare surviving record from the early years of the first permanent Jewish house of worship in Louisiana.
Subject: Jewish congregations--Louisiana--New Orleans
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A three-page letter written by Gershom Kursheedt to Isaac Leeser from New Orleans on March 20, 1848. Kursheedt discusses the construction of a new synagogue, his involvement in Judaic affairs, his interactions with Judah Touro, and his fundraising efforts for the Occident and prayer books. He also expresses his high regard for Leeser and shares personal anecdotes. The letter includes a postmark and is signed boldly 'GERSHOM K.'
One-page letter from M. Kursheedt in New Orleans, Louisiana, dated November 9, 1849, to Isaac Leeser. Kursheedt submits a list of newly elected officers and trustees of Congregation Sherith Israel. A separate note mentions Isaac Leeser's recommendation of Rev. H. A. Henry, who accepted a position in Cincinnati. The letter hints at the beginning of a conflict between Leeser and Henry.
Printed receipt in Hebrew and English for the rental of a seat at the Touro Synagogue in New Orleans, Louisiana. Issued by Simpson & Silva (possibly De Silva) to Charles Tobias for $12.60 covering three months rent. Dated February 1, 1853.