Judah Touro will, 1854 January 6.

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Judah Touro will, 1854 January 6.

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Will written in New Orleans, La.

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Touro, Judah, 1775-1854

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Judah Touro (June 16, 1775 – January 18, 1854) was an American businessman and philanthropist. Touro's father Isaac Touro was the leader of the Newport, R.I. Jewish Community. After his father's death, Judah and his siblings were raised by his uncle, a merchant who helped found Boston's first bank. Judah went to New Orleans in October 1801 where he opened a small store; he eventually became a prominent merchant and ship owner, particularly after the Louisiana Purchase propelled the growth of the...