When Jews Wearing Masks On Purim Were Arrested Under The ‘Anti-Mask Law’
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The Jewish Press
Singer, Jay Saul
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An article about a nineteenth century New York law prohibiting public masking resulted in the arrest arrest and imprisonment of Jews returning from Purim celebrations in 1868. The article also includes a general discussion of the history of Purim celebrations in New York State. Click on the link to read the article.
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United States, Communities and Organizations, Communities, Holidays, Purim