Diary kept by Rabbi Jacob S. Raisin entitled, "Light and Shadows." The diary is comprised of personal entries and correspondence bound together to create a chronological log of events during Jacob S. Raisin's life and Rabbinical career between the years of 1905-1910.
Meeting minutes volume kept by the Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim Board of Trustees, 1909-1916. The entries in this volume concern all discussions regarding synagogue business, finances, memberships, and its search for a new minister. It also mentions replacing the cemetery fence with help from the "ladies."
Unpublished manuscript written by Jacob S. Raisin entitled, "Lincoln, the First American." Manuscript discusses Raisin's thoughts on the importance of Abraham Lincoln's birthday.
Unpublished manuscript entitled, "Minhagim of Nomology (Customs of Law-Making)," written by Jacob Salmon Raisin. The manuscript covers information regarding various topics related to the history and emergence of Reform Judaism, and Minhagim or Jewish Customs.
Typescript copy of a narrative given by Octavia Harby Moses describing her family's experience throughout the Civil War. She discusses the Confederate service of her sons and husband, work done by women during the war, and includes mentions of African American soldiers and servants.
Unpublished manuscript entitled, "Washington the Mason," written by Jacob Salmon Raisin. The manuscript covers Raisin's thoughts on George Washington and his contributions to Freemasonry. The manuscript also mentions connections between Judaism and Freemasonry.