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Receipt Form - Congregation Mikveh Israel, Philadelphia, September 12, 1875Receipt Form - Congregation Mikveh Israel, Philadelphia, September 12, 1875

This is a blank receipt form from Congregation Mikveh Israel, Philadelphia, for annual seat rent in either the New Synagogue on Seventh Street or the Old Synagogue on Cherry Street. The form covers the period from May 25, 1860, to Rosh Hashanah, 5621 (circa 1860-1861), and also includes a line for 'prescription money.' The document features ornate Victorian-style lettering for the heading 'To CONG. 'MICKVE ISRAEL,' Dr.' and an elaborate script initial 'M.' The printed name '(Gabay)' appears at the bottom. The verso of the document contains handwritten financial notes and calculations, dated September 12, 1875, indicating the reuse of the paper. 3.