Levi Sheftall family papers, 1733-1856.

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Levi Sheftall family papers, 1733-1856.

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/38477291

The series consists of papers of the Levi Sheftall family of Savannah, Georgia from 1733-1856. The papers include correspondence, deeds, a diary, legal documents, military agents records, and a receipt book (1777-1814). The materials document Jewish life in Savannah, Levi's activities as a U.S. Agent for fortifications in Georgia, and the Sheftall's business interests. Of particular interest is a diary (1733-1808) begun by Benjamin Sheftall and continued by his son Levi, recording the arrivals, departures, births, deaths, and marriages of Jews in Savannah. Other correspondents include Mordecai Sheftall (Levi's brother), Mordecai Sheftall (Levi's son), and Benjamin Sheftall, Jr.

1.5 linear ft.

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7404031

Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library

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Sheftall, Benjamin, b. 1771.

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Sheftall, Mordecai, 1735-1797

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Mordecai Sheftall (1735-1797) was born in Savannah, a son of Benjamin and Elizabeth Sheftall who emigrated to Georgia in 1733. He served as magistrate of Chatham County and as Deputy Commissioner of Issues for the Continental troops in Georgia. He and his son, Sheftall Sheftall, were taken prisoner in 1779, but exchanged and released in 1780. From the description of Mordecai Sheftall papers, 1780-1796 (Georgia Historical Society). WorldCat record id: 76945104 Mordecai Shefta...

Sheftall, Levi, 1739-1809

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Levi Sheftall (1739-1809), butcher, merchant, civic leader; married Sarah Delamotta; resided in Savannah, Ga. From the description of Levi Sheftall power of attorney, 1767. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 436278510 Levi Sheftall (1739-1809), butcher, merchant, civic leader, married Sarah Delamotta, resided in Savannah, Georgia. From the description of Levi Sheftall family papers, 1733-1856. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 38477291 ...

Sheftall, Mordecai, b. 1783.

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Sheftall, Benjamin, 1692-1765.

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