The collection reflects the period surrounding the end of World War I; the changes associated with shifting leadership in Russia; the battles of the White Army and Red Army; and the generally difficult economic and political situation of the Jewish population.

Included are descriptions and reports of pogroms and the murders of Jews; minutes of kehilla meetings; and minutes pertaining to the local governments, both Jewish and general.

Material will prove particularly useful for researchers studying the economic and political situation of late 19th century and early 20th century Russian-Jewry.