Postcard with a reproduction of the oil painting Feast Day (Rabbi with Lemon) by Marc Chagall. The original painting is held by the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Print reproduction of Jack Levine's painting portraying Maimonides (1952). From Teachers and kings : six paintings by Jack Levine, published Greenwich, Conn.: New York Graphic Society.
A letter from Louisa Cheves Smythe Stoney to Rabbi Raisin congratulating him on living in Charleston for twenty-one years. She recounts an instance where Rabbi Raisin intervened when one group tried to "take control" of a charitable committee.
Letter from President Franklin D. Roosevelt to Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin asking Rabbi Raisin to communicate the conditions of his community. The back of the letter includes a copy of Rabbi Raisin's response to the President.
Clipping from unnamed Charleston, SC. newspaper relating an article entitled, "Who is It?" The article features Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin and his work.
Program for the Charleston Kalushiner Society's 12th Annual Banquet held at the Jewish Community Center. The program includes a menu, and a schedule of the event, and officers of the Society. The program notes an address to be given by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Invitation from Miss Mary Vardrine McBee for the Ashely Hall Commencement Ceremony. The invitation includes a card noting the name of the sender, and a program with a schedule of the events. The program notes prayer led by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Program for the KKBE Confirmation Exercises. The program relates the schedule of the event, and notes a reading of the Torah by Miss Rachel M. Raisin, daughter of Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin. Rabbi Raisin is noted to deliver the sermonette.
Letter sent to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his stay with family in New York, news about his siblings and friends, and finances.
Letter sent to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his stay with family in New York, and comments on "mamsie" and their children.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin addressed to his family. The letter describes his travels around Israel (Palestine), attending the 25th Anniversary of "The Herzliah Gymnasium," and visiting with friends and colleagues. Raisin continues by discussing finances with his wife.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels abroad. The letter addresses reading letters from the family, the end of his Mediterranean trip, his upcoming boat trip back to America, and some of his time in France.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin to his family following his arrival back in New York after travelling abroad. The letter describes Raisin's trip on the DeGrasse steam ship, concerns about "mamsie," and his travel plans back to Charleston.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin regarding his travels abroad. The letter describes his time in Jerusalem, meeting a Jewish composer referred to as "Mr. Binder," visiting The Wailing Wall, meeting with other rabbis, seeing an orphanage, and travelling to Tel-Aviv.
Letter from Jacob S. Raisin regarding his travels abroad. The letter mentions visiting the Jaffe's, visiting an "ancient cathedral," and his travels between Basal and Geneva before arriving at his hotel.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin regarding his travels abroad. The letter mentions attending a meeting of The American Zionists with his sister, Sadie, travelling to Freiburg, Germany. Raisin relates some trouble in locating the name of a street Sadie had given him, and visiting a sick "Professor Jaffe".
Letter from Jacob S. Raisin to his family regarding his travels abroad. The letter describes Raisin's time in Tel-Aviv, visiting "Prof. Klausuer," and the people and spirit in Israel.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin regarding his travels abroad. The letter describes a boat trip in the Mediterranean, and conversations with fellow passengers.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels abroad. The letter, sent from Jerusalem, describes Raisin's joy in receiving letters from home, his first days in Jerusalem, visiting The Wall and other historic and religious places around the city, meeting other rabbis and "Miss Szold," and being home sooner than expected.
Letter from Jacob S. Raisin to his family regarding his travels abroad. The letter describes Raisin's time in Israel, meeting with other rabbis, and attending a lecture. Raisin continues by describing his hotel, his travels around Israel, and meeting other individuals working to "rebuild the Jewish homeland."
Letter from Jacob S. Raisin addressed "Dear All." Raisin discusses his preparations for travels, describing his travels to Florence and Darlington, meeting up with his sister, Annie, and includes a note to Mordenai from her cousin, Aaron.
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin discussing the weather, their son Aaron's violin practice, and Jacob's trip to Palestine and all of the souvenirs he must bring home.
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.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels, the weather, visiting family and friends, his articles being published, writing letters, and deciding not to visit his sister, Sadie. The last page of the letter includes a poem written by Raisin addressed to "Dee-Dee," and a note written to Mordenai Raisin.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his deciding to stay in New York to be with his mother due to her illness, and his mother's wishes from her deathbed. Raisin continues the letter by commenting on his mother's deteriorating health and being "motherless."
Letter to Rachel Raisin from her father, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels, family members, his English writing, winter weather, and his book being published.
Letter to Mordenai Raisin from her father, Jacob S. Raisin, thanking her for helping at home, asking her to behave, the winter weather, his travels, attending a conference, and visiting with family in New York.
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin concerning the rapidly declining health of Jacob's mother during his being away from town.
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 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.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels, meeting Clifton Harby Levy, a job opportunity at Manhattan Beach, and agreeing to perform a marriage ceremony.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding their children, meeting friends, job opportunities, finances, and attending a show.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding her dissatisfaction with "Folly," and comments on his sister, Sadie. The letter also includes a note to Mordenai and Rachel Raisin.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his time spent with family, travelling with his mother, and expressing his regret in not accepting an invitation to preach at Bradley Beach.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding an appointment with "Dr. Smith," "Cousin C's" tea, service attendance, and his travel itinerary.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his time away from home, visiting family, plans to go to Bradley Beach, advice for his sister regarding her son, and translating one of his articles to Yiddish.
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 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.
Program for the 32nd annual meeting of the American Jewish Historical Society held in Philadelphia, PA. The program outlines the schedule of the event, a list of papers that will be presented, and members of the Society. The program notes a paper presented by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Program for the Freemason Friendship Lodge No. 9 banquet and entertainment event. The program includes a menu for the banquet, a schedule of the event, officers and past masters of the lodge, and notes prayer led by Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin.
Invitation sent from Otto Fox, secretary for the Jewish Literary Club, to Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin. The invitation is to attend the lecture to be given by Dr. Raisin at the Jewish Community Center.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels, comments on his sister, Sadie, and her family, and a list of things he would like Jane to send to him. The letter also includes notes to Jane from "Frances" and "Sadie."
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, noting his missing her and the family, the weather at Bradley Beach, NJ, and includes a list of domestic and financial to-dos.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his meeting a number of rabbis in Cape May, and conversations about his writings and religion.
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.
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.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding a friend's rejection to the "CCAR," sending a sermon to Cincinnati, a discussion about allowing women to be ordained as rabbis, a visit from his brother, Max, and finances.
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 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 Charleston City Federation of Women's Clubs Annual Mid-Winter Meeting held at the Hibernian Hall in Charleston. The program includes the schedule of the event, a list of the City Federation officers, and notes "Mrs. J. S. Raisin" as the representative for the Council of Jewish Women.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his sermon receiving complaints, conducting services, and a position in Pittsburgh, PA. He continues by discussing his visit with his sister, Sadie.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his visit with family, running errands with his mother, visiting friends, and wishing she would come to New York.
Letter sent from Jacob S. Raisin to his brother, Max, addressing his stay in Pittsburgh and the open position. He also discusses other job opportunities, inviting Max to visit Charleston, and includes a note from Jane.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his visit with family, comments on his brother's health and employment, and his excitement to see Jane in New York.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels, meeting up with his sister and her family, and discusses their children. Included at the end of the letter is a note to Jane from Jacob S. Raisin's sister, Sadie.
Program for the confirmation services of the Georgetown Hebrew Congregation held at KKBE in Charleston, SC. The program includes a schedule of the service, and a list of the confirmants.
Letter from Capt. Franklin Cohn to Pvt. Sam Glass from the Regimental Infirmary of the 51st Artillery at Camp Jackson, SC. The letter is a notice of a religious service being held by the Jewish Welfare Board and also notes Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin conducting the services. The back of the letter also includes a handwritten list of names and personal notes.
Announcement from the Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh, PA relaying to members that Rabbi Dr. Jacob S. Raisin will be visiting and occupying the pulpit.
Incomplete letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, commenting on the resemblance between Jane and their daughter, Mordenai. Raisin also discusses his travels, and visiting friends.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding visiting family, his sister's mourning, a car accident, and writing his article. The back of the letter also includes a note addressed to "Leo" from and unknown author.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding synagogue services, bragging about his children to "Miss Hyams," visiting friends, postponing his services, food, and books.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, describing his annoyance with the postal service, visiting with family, and writing his article.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his visits with friends, seeing a show called "Lincoln," and discussing business.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his visit to his father's grave, meeting the Quat's for lunch, buying cookbooks, and meeting with other Rabbis. Raisin also mentions positions in other cities, meeting Elzas, and buying candies.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his homesickness, meeting friends on a ship, dining with his sister, Rosie, and making plans to meet his brother, Max.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding receiving Jane's letters, "Maimsie" not receiving her Sabbath card, writing his article, visiting with friends, his travels, and thinking about returning to his religious work in the south.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his stay with his brother, Max, in Brooklyn. Raisin also relates visiting with friends and discussing "business."
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin, where Jane notes the arrival of Jacob's letter, bringing about a "joyful Sabbath." She then discusses plans to travel to meet Jacob in the coming week.
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin, ellaborating travel instructions, and asking for updates on conversations with other people such as people named Clara, Isaac and Max. Makes mention of a key enclosed in the letter.
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin in Bradley Beach to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin, where she describes spending time with her mother and children, while Mamie leaves for Asbury.
Handwritten letter from Jane Lazarus Raisin to husband Jacob Salmon Raisin, describing the weather, food poisoning, and the family's eagerness for Jacob's return.
Letter to Jane L. Raisin from her husband, Jacob S. Raisin, regarding his travels with "Jack," visiting a synagogue in New York, visiting family, and domestic business.
Court document noting a trial between John R. Campbell and the First National Bank of Charleston. The document notes Janie L. Raisin, wife of Dr. Jacob S. Raisin, as one of the Respondents in the case.
