The American Committee for Ameliorating the Condition of Russian Refugees

Book Description

An Appeal by The American Committee for Ameliorating the Condition of Russian Refugees(Broadside/Jewish Immigration) The American Committee for Ameliorating the Condition of Russian Refugees. New York: October 20, 1891. 4pp. 8 inches x 11inches bi-folio. Age toning, Very Good Condition.“For the past ten years thousands of our brethren in faith have sought refuge in our country from the relentless persecution of a despotic government, which drove them from the homes where their fathers had dwelled, and where stood the cradles of their infants… Let us, then , go to work, singly and unitedly, with warm hearts and cheerful willingness… let each contribute according to his means; let each and every one strive to find employment, to find a home for at least one family.”This very poignant plea for assistance to these newly arrived Jewish immigrants is supported by the names of officers and executive committee members of The American Committee for Ameliorating the Condition of Russian Refugees.Singerman 4151. Only one copy.

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