Asher Asher

About this time the idea of a union of the various London synagogues had been put forward, chiefly by Lionel L. Cohen; and Asher devoted himself to the project with intense energy.

Owing to Asher's intimate relations with the Rothschilds, in his capacity of medical attendant, unofficial almoner, and personal friend, his advice was generally followed by them in communal matters.

Looking for better conditions for Jewish immigrants, Asher undertook journeys to Palestine, the United States, and Russia, in company of Samuel Montagu.

After the visit to Palestine he also wrote a report on the condition of affairs in Jerusalem, which effected much good.

His sympathetic nature attracted to him most of the young men of ability of the rising generation, and upon them he exerted great influence.