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Society- Friends of Touro Synagogue/Correspondence, [1790], 1948-1995 (with gaps)

 File — Box: 2, Folder: 5-7

Scope and Content Note

From the Collection:

This collection consists of addresses, annual reports, correspondence, board meeting minutes, articles and newspaper clippings concerning the synagogue, as well as publications, a calendar, dedication pamphlets, postcards, slides, negatives, a scrapbook and invitations to miscellaneous events. Also included are the anniversary souvenir journals, promotional brochures, balance sheets and the following publications: "Newport Jewish News Items," "Touro Monthly" and "Update." In box 2, folder 7, there is a facsimile reproduction of George Washington's 1790 letter to the synagogue. Most of these materials are secondary and were collected by staff at the American Jewish Historical Society. For original records, please contact the Newport Historical Society.

Dates

  • [1790], 1948-1995 (with gaps)

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The collection is in English.

Access Restrictions

This collection is open for researcher use. Please contact us to request access or to make an appointment to view this collection at jhcreference@nehgs.org.

Extent

From the Collection: 2.45 linear feet (2 manuscript boxes, 1 oversized box)

Repository Details

Part of the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center at American Ancestors Repository

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