Pinkussohn family papers, 1876-1907

The collection includes 14 handwritten pages of a letter. The letter, written in pencil on May 31, 1907, was addressed to Mrs. R. Dewald from Mrs. Eliza B. Weinges of St. Matthews. The letter is a recollection of the events surrounding Rebecca Pinkussohn's birth. Also included is a small book of School Certificates from the Memminger and Bennett Schools of Charleston, SC for regular and punctual attendance, perfect lessons, and correct deportment. Of the 155 certificates, 52 were awarded to Rebecca, 43 to Ida, 22 to Isadore, and 38 to Lillie. The dated certificates span from 1876 to 1882. The book was inscribed "For dear Elisa, Aug. 22, 1939 - From Mother." Like the letter, the certificates were saved by the Pinkussohn family.