| | Manuscript Collection | Requires cookie* | | 1 | Title: | Amelia Marx Strauss Family Papers
| | | | Creator: | Straus, Amelia Marx Family | | | | Dates: | 1858-1910 | | | | Abstract: | Amelia Marx (1849-1900) was a Cleveland, Ohio, Jew, the daughter of Feist Marx and the wife of Joseph Strauss. Her three brothers, Charles, Edward and Moses, all served in the Civil War. The collection consists of photocopies of correspondence and miscellaneous documents, including naturalization papers, report cards, business agreements and recipes, all relating to the Marx, Strauss and Hawkins families. The collection is relevant to the study of 19th century American Jews, with special attention to their participation in the Civil War. Included is a letter to Edward Marx that refers to Lee's surrender and Lincoln's assassination. Another letter, dated 1865, comments on the oil boom near Meadville, Pennsylvania. | | | | Call #: | MS 4368 | | | | Extent: | 0.20 linear feet (1 container) | | | | Subjects: | Strauss, Amelia Marx, 1849-1900. | Strauss family. | Marx family. | Hawkins family. | Strauss, Joseph. | Jews -- United States. | Jews -- Ohio -- Cleveland. | Petroleum industry and trade -- Pennsylvania. | Soldiers -- Ohio -- Correspondence. | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Personal narratives. | United States -- History -- Civil War, 1861-1865 -- Participation, Jewish.
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