A letter from Khalil who asks his uncle to confirm whether he talked to Helen's family about a marriage with his brother Salem and whether money is needed.
A letter from Khalil who advises his uncles to buy the property of Alphons Naqash and use it to build a church. He encourages the family to be in agreement on this issue.
A letter from Khalil who tells his uncle to do what he sees right in work according to the power he has from Khalil, and to send him the costs of any renovations and contributions to church. He asks about his sister Maryam.
Handwritten letter in Arabic. Provided translation shows it was written July 2, 1904, by Father Anatolios Haddad to confirm that Afifi Barouki, daughter of the late Ibrahim Al Barouki, was baptized on August 21, 1894.
A letter from Khalil who thanks his uncle for his recent letters where he confirms the receipt of items (clothes) sent by Khalil. Khalil apologizes for not sending the pistol/gun to his uncle and for not finding a trustworthy person to take it. He…
A letter from Aziz reassuring his father about his life and work. He asks about his brother Youssuf and whether he needs money or anything else while he is in school. Aziz tells his father that he would send some money when he could and that his…
A handwritten letter in Arabic. The letter was sent from Reverend Father Gabriel on October 20, 1904, and confirms that Wadiah, the daughter of George abi Shaja, was 15 and was born in Saghbeen, Syria.
A letter from Aziz who reassures his father about life and work and expresses happiness for receiving his brother Sassine's handwritten letter. He also shares news of friends and family in the diaspora and sends greetings.
A letter from Khalil who sends greetings and asks about the water issue in Shaghour. He tell his uncle that he sent them clothes and asks him to confirm receipt.
A letter from Salem Youssuf who asks his uncle why he hasn't heard or received any letter about the marriage matter. He sends greetings to family and friends.
A letter from Khalil who discusses church maintenance and sends his greetings. He informs his uncle that Salem is visiting Lebanon, so he can send Youssuf with him, but he encourages Youssuf to learn English until then.
A letter from Salem who informs his family he won't visit due to work issues. He asks them to request another lady's hand so she can come with Youssuf.
A letter from Youssuf Assad Butrus, who reassures his father about himself and his brother, Aziz, then sends his greetings to all of his family and friends.
نسخة من رسالة امين الريحاني الى عباس البجاني عام 1907. فيها يرسل الريحاني بتحياته وتمنياته الى اسرة البجاني واهله، ويرد على ما جاء في رسالة سابقة من البجاني الى الريحاني حول شكري غانم واحواله مع الحكومة السورية؛
A handwritten letter in Arabic. Confirms the birthdate of Shukrallah Ibrahhem Tannous in 1892. Written by Father Khouri Nickola Aqel on December 5, 1907.
A letter from Youssuf, who reassures his father about himself and his brother, Aziz, and sends greetings to family and friends. Youssuf jokes about Aziz's Arabic handwriting which is not very good.
A handwritten letter in Arabic from Priest Koury Mikael Koury, written on July 20, 1907. It is also translated into English. It certifies Elias Mousa Bicharah's birthdate as August 2, 1893, and his baptism date as September 1, 1893.
A letter from Aziz informing his father that business is not going well and that is the reason why he didn't write for a while. He also shares that his brother, Salem, is moving to Salem, West Virginia, to open a new store. Aziz sends greetings to…
A letter written in English and Arabic by Father Khouri Gabriel on December 18, 1908. Certifies that Naim Jasser, son of Tannos Jasser, was born on April 10, 1893, and baptized on June 5, 1893. The Arabic portion lists the mother as Khazna, the…
Handwritten letter in Arabic and English. The letter certifies that Tom Nassif Ajamie was born on December 28, 1892 and was baptized on February 2, 1893. The letter was signed by Rev. Gabriel Kouri on December 18, 1908.
An Arabic letter handwritten by Father Khouri Youssef Mubarak on February 24, 1908. It confirms the age of Maryam, daughter of Mansour, as 16. On the back of the letter, handwritten in pencil, is "Mary Mansour."
A letter from Aziz informing his father about Khalil's court case. Khalil had lent some money to a man, Andraws Remanna, but he didn't pay him back so Khalil took him to court.
