Communication from Rabbi Dr. Elias Margolis to a "Mr. Ephron Quat" announcing that Rabbi Jacob S. Raisin will occupy his pulpit for a Friday evening service.
A program for the Third Annual Convention of the Southeastern Jewish Religious School Union in Jacksonville, Florida. The Program outlines the convention's schedule and notes a prayer led by Rabbi Jacob S. Raisin.
Letter to Rev. Barnett A. Elzas from Circuit Judge, Charles H. Simonton, regarding the case of the organ in the synagogue at the Kahal Kadosh Beth Elohim congregation in Charleston, SC.
Unpublished manuscript written by Jacob S. Raisin entitled, "Harry Houdini." The manuscript relates Raisin's thoughts on the life of Harry Houdini and religion.
Unpublished typed manuscript copy written by Jacob S. Raisin entitled, "Washington the Mason." The manuscript relates Raisin's thoughts on George Washington and the Freemasons.
Letter to Jacob S. Raisin from Barnett A. Elzas regarding Elzas' writings and recent publications. Elzas also requests records from Raisin in order to complete his work.
Unpublished partial manuscript copy entitled, "Jewish Affirmations," written by Jacob S. Raisin. This manuscript covers Raisin's thoughts on various aspects of Judaism and Jewish peoples.
Handwritten meeting minutes discussing club business and activities. Topics dicussed included the history of Ethopia and the issues facing the country. Additionally the club voted to send letters to U.S Senate leaders, the U.S. President, and U.S. Representives to urge them to support the Costigan-Wagner Act, which was an anti-lynching bill. The bill was sponsored by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
The printed program for an Afternoon with the Phillis Wheatley and Literary Social Club in Celebration of Their Eigthieth Anniversary 1916 to 1996. The event took place on April 21, 1996 at the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture. Club Vice President Owilender K. Grant provided a history of the organization and Madlyn Johnson gave remarks.
A letter from Henry Ruus, co-signed by fellow clergy members including J.H. Tietjen and K.C. Stello, indicating that they are "held and firmly bound" to pay $2,000 to St. Matthew's Lutheran Church.
"Title of Real Estate" with covenants from Edward R. Laurens, Master in Equity, to Charles Dunn through auction for $1180 for the west side of King Street across from Citadel Square.
Policy (number 1235) from "Germania Mutual Fire Insurance Co." for the Sunday School building of the German Evangelical Lutheran Church for the amount of $4000.
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-Upon the following question, contained in one of?" First line of the poem reads, "?What is the hour in thy day..."
A certificate from Carolina Mutual Insurance Company, verifying their coverage of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, here referred to by its original name, the German Lutheran Evangelical Church. A constitution of their policies is included, signed by company president Captain C.G. Ducker. The church is insured for the amount of $10,000.
A certificate from Carolina Mutual Insurance Company, verifying their coverage of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, here referred to by its original name, the German Lutheran Evangelical Church. A constitution of their policies is included, signed by company president Captain C.G. Ducker. The church is insured for the amount of $2,500.
Letter to Carsten Wulbern, President of the German Evangelical Lutheran Church Property, from attorney John F. Ficken, which encloses a record that shows there are "no outstanding encumbrances of record affecting the Church property." The enclosed record is written by Charleston County Register of Mesne Conveyances, Charles Kerrison Jr., and references dates from 1852 to 1891.
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Second Appeal-In Behalf of the Blind Boy, Who by the Recent Death of his Mother is Now Left Without a Single Relative in this Place."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-On the Late Congressional Disturbance." First line of the poem reads, "There's bitter fruit on liberty's fair tree."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines [At the funeral of a babe weeping friends placed in its little hand an unopened rosebud of the 'Rose of Sharon.' The lid was then placed upon the coffin, and the funeral services performed. When, after the lapse of not more than three hours, the coffin was opened again, that bud had become a full blown rose, while grasped in the cold hand of death]."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "The Hungarian Mother and The Rabbi." The poem begins with the quote, "Kossuth's father conducted a vexatious lawsuit against the chief rabbi of Aphely..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines [On the Bolt to which Columbus was chained in the Island of St. Domingo-gallantly obtained by Purser Moore during a cruise in the U.S. ship Vandalia]."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Cupid and Bacchus, Or the fanciful origin of the introduction of Olives with Wine." First line of the poem reads, "Two infant-gods once flew to earth..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-On Doney's fine Engraving of Moses commanding Water to issue from the Rock." First line of the poem reads, "In holy brotherhood, at Horeb's base..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "dialogue Between the Oak Tree and the Mulberry." First line of the poem reads, "Stand off sir Morris-though no ill it work us..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines upon the Death of Daniel Webster." First line of the poem reads, "Thrice, star-crown'd Freedom, in her halls of State..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "The New Year-Anticipative of Sept. 17, 1849." First line of the poem reads, "The festal comes, at which the past and future year are meeting!"
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "The Hebrew Captive's Appeal to Titus, Previous to the Destruction of Jerusalem." First line of the poem reads, "I charge thee Titus, once again to pause..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines in Anticipation of an Early Spring." First line of the poem reads, "I never loved stern Winter-though Time, the patriarch..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Desultory Stanzas on Detached Sections of Scripture." First line of the poem reads, "God in the garden! Where is Man..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines [Based upon the thrilling incident related by Mrs. Child?]. First line of the poem reads, "'Bring our your dead!' that tone so like a knell..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Reflections, During One of Our Late Tempestuous Nights." First line of the poem reads, "I cannot sleep-my restless mind will roam..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Letter From Dr. Humor-all to Dr. Trueman." First line of the poem reads, "Right gladly, dear Trueman, I welcome you back..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-On preparation being made for the defense of our political protegee." First line of the poem reads, "To arms! There are laurels for liberty's heirs..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-Upon the following interesting incident:" First lines of the poem reads, "The parting hour is at hand-farewell must now be spoken..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-Upon a seal, having for its device a lyre-motto Toujours d'accord." First line of the poem reads, "'Toujours d'accord' alas! I feel..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "On Converting the Theatre into an Anatomical Studio." First line of the poem reads, "Talk ye no more of transformations rare..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Lines-Written upon reading Mrs. Osgood's beautiful song of 'Call me pet-names.'" First line of the poem reads, "For pet-names, sweet minstrel, canst thou even plead..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Letter from Union Bank to the Bank of South Carolina." First line of the poem reads, "May Peace whose two-fold image flanks..."
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "Poetry's Remonstrance Against the Usurpation of Prose." First line of the poem reads, "Why have you forsaken me, Lady?"
Poem by Penina Moise entitled, "The Widow's Petition to the Governor-Praying Him not to Sanction the Suspension of Banks." First line of the poem reads, "Suspend them not! Suspend them not!"
Program for the Memminger High and Normal School Commencement Ceremony held at the Academy of Music in Charleston, S.C. The program includes a schedule of the event, and a list of graduates.
Program for the Jewish Community Center and Hebrew School Banquet for the Building Fund Campaign. The program includes a menu for the banquet, a schedule of events, lists members of the Steering Committee, and notes prayer led by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Program for the Confirmation Exercises held at the Darlington Hebrew Congregation. The program notes the schedule of events, a list of the confirmants, and notes the convocation, remarks and benediction to be given by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Program for the Annual Mid-Winter Meeting of the Charleston City Federation of Women's Clubs held at the Francis Marion Hotel. The program outlines a schedule of the events, a list of the City Federation officers, and organizations that are members of the Federation. The program notes "Mrs. J. S. Raisin," wife of Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin, as the second Vice-President of the Federation.
Program for the KKBE Centennial Celebration. The program outlines the schedule of events, hymns and prayers, and lists members of the congregation involved with the event.
Program for the Charleston Zionist District Reception and Luncheon held at the Charleston Hotel. The Program includes a menu for the luncheon, a list of the members of the Keren Hayesod Committee, officers of the Charleston Zionist District, and notes Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin as the toastmaster.
A letter to the Bishop W. A. Guerry from the State Advisory Board of the American Jewish Relief Committee requesting contribution towards the committee's work to aid Jewish sufferers of the war in Europe. Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin is listed as a member of the Advisory Board.
Program for the United Jewish Campaign Southern Regional Conference noting the schedule of events, a menu, and lists of members and organizations part of the Campaign. The program notes an address to be given by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Program for the Confirmation Exercises held at KKBE in Charleston, SC. The program outlines the schedule of the event, a newspaper clippings relating the event, and a list of the confirmants.
