Purim Association collection undated, 1865-1902, 1979

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Purim Association collection undated, 1865-1902, 1979

http://findingaids.cjh.org/?pID=351319

Contains two minute books for the years 1871-1892 and 1896-1906 of the activities of the Association including the constitution, by-laws and amendments, and a list of members, and also a scrapbook of correspondence containing information on charitable disbursements. Contains also a 1866 Purim Ball Program (scroll) and miscellaneous documents.

0.5 linear feet (1 manuscript box)

eng,

American Jewish Historical Society

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SNAC Resource ID: 6345921

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