Reading Times (Reading, Pennsylvania), Thursday, October 13, 1864

JEWISH FAST DAY--The Jews observed Monday as a fast day. It is know as Yom Kippur, Day of Atonement. Every Israelite in every part of the world who believes in the law of Moses and the doctrine of a future world, keeps the day as a strict fast-day. From sunset on Sunday till sunset on Monday, no food or drink were indulged in. Every Jew and Jewess, and children above thirteen, must observe the fast. Even those who make light of other observances throughout the year, pay due regard to this day.