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writes S. Meylert from Harrisburg, Pa Jan. 14, 1848 to his nephew AUGUSTUS MAILERT in Richmond, Virginia (note varied spelling of surname). Four page (8 x 10) neatly penned letter discussing his success in the farming business in the recent years. Describes his land and livestock and other land and farm investments made, inviting his nephew Augustus to join him in similar land ventures. Mentioning one specific deal he believes worthy, he advises: "you will naturally be on your guard about our Jewish extract…" Normal aging; exc.+. Accompanied with photostatic evidence: "The History of the Jews of Richmond 1769-1917" with many comments on Augustus Mailert who was prominent in Richmond Jewish life; elected to Treasurer of Congr. Beth Shalome, 1852; he was also among initial subscribers in 1843 to first issue of Leeser's "Occident" Richmond; his marriage among first recorded by that Congr.

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