Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff
Schissell-Levenson in Double-Ring Rites
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29,1 955, Page 3
On Sunday, April 17th, at 2 p.m., Sandra, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Schissell, exchanged marriage vows with Arthur Levenson, son of Mrs. Ethel Levenson. The double-ring candlelight services were held at Temple Beth Israel, with Rabbi Mort0n J. Cohn officiating. Ted Naumann sang “I Love You Truly” and “Because.”
Sandra wore a Cahill original ballerina length gown of gossamer nylon tulle, with Chantilly lace cascading down the side and front and a bolero jacket of Chantilly lace. The imported illusion veil was caught to a tiny lace cap of crescent design sprinkled with seed pearls. She carried a cascade of white roses and stephanotis. The lovely bride was led to the flower covered altar by her father. Her maid of honor was Miss Barbara Mallen and the bridesmaids were Miss Bobbe Recht, Miss Dorothy Hess and Mrs. Sheldon Sackheim. Their gowns were shell pink taffeta, cocktail length, with lace bodices.
The best man was Dick Bower and bridegrooms were Alan Peters, Ed Rosenberg and Ralph Feldman.
The bride’s mother wore a gown of mauve, silk shantung, with a bertha collar, appliquéd with white lace. The groom’s mother wore a lilac silk gown.
A reception for the 250 guests was held at the Mission Valley Country Club immediately following the ceremony. Out of town guests were the bride’s grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Sam Smitzer, of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. Lou Schissell of Oakland; Saul Schissell of Long Beach; George Schissell and Mr. and Mrs. Paul N. Sommer of Los Angeles; Mrs. Samuel Klegman, of Tacoma, Wash.
For traveling, the bride wore a shrimp dressmaker suit with sailor collar, black patent shoes, white hat and gloves. The young couple will reside at 4479 30th St. in San Diego.
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Bon Voyage
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
Mr. and Mrs. Its Penter left April 27th on a three month trip to Europe. They will cross on the Queen Mary,” landing in Le Havre. On their list are Paris; Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Denmark, Holland and London. They plan a prolonged stay in Paris before sailing home in the “Queen Elizabeth.”
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Leaving for a dream holiday of a four months’ tour of Europe are Mr. and Mrs. Leo Greenbaum. Departing May 4th on the SS “Liberte.” they will arrive in France and then travel to Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Belgium, Holland, Sweden and England. They will return on the same ship leaving from London and arrive back in San Diego by Aug. 25th.
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Personals
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
A thrill to friends and, of course, the Bill Solofs, was daughter Arlene Solof’s debut on television last Saturday. She appeared with Richard Carlson in “I Led Three Lives.” This is only the beginning. Arlene will be on a future program of “Mr District Attorney” and other interesting parts are in the offing.
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Having a successful stage and screen star in the family has its advantages. Mr. and Mrs. Louis Stitzel saw their son, Stephen Elliott, last week when he appeared in “Canyon Crossroads,” at the Mission Theatre. The picture, dealing with uranium prospecting, is recommended by the critics.
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When Gladys Block and Thelma Selten got together as hostesses for a brunch this week at the Mission Valley Country Club, they offered their guests a wide range of entertainment from gold to cards. T’wasn’t their fault if a good time wsn’t had by all.
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Strict Obedience – Paul Nestor told his two and one-half year old grandchild, Debbie Press, who was “helping” him dry dishes to make sure and dry the bottle on the outside. She promptly opened the kitchen door and finished her job outside.
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Newcomers to San Diego are Dr. and Mrs. Hal Rothblatt, and son, Marty, formerly of Chicago. Dr. Rothblatt has opened his dental office at 403 E. Main St. in El Cajon. The family resides at 4421 Revillo.
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These are busy days for the Niel Himmels. Son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Himmel, honored them with a dinner for their 35th wedding anniversary April 18th. Mrs. Anna Fagelson gave them a farewell party as a send off for their trip East. They will motor to Chicago to visit son Norton and family and plan to stay in New York, Colorado Springs and Las Vegas before returning home.
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Jerry Silverman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Milton Silverman of Coronado, received a Fellowship to do cancer research work this summer at the Washington University in St. Louis.
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Angeline Landau received a gift of appreciation for her fourteen years of service to the Women’s Auxiliary of the J.W.V.
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Milton Fredman, San Diego civic leader, was elected to the board of directors of the National Jewish Welfare Board (JWB) at the annual directors meeting held here April 24th.
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The California climate must be exceptional if Dr. Elizabeth Meyer, of New Zealand, is thinking of settling here, after twenty-two years of travel. A Doctor of Philosophy, chess expert, painter, writer, lecturer and graphologist (character reading from handwriting), Dr. Meyer has used her hobbies as a “magic carpet” to carry her all around the world. She left Germany when Hitler came to power, and has since visited the far corners of the globe. On her prior visit to San Diego, several years ago, Dr. Meyer participated in a chess tournament.
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Jeremy Lustig presented a violin recital on Saturday, April 23, at the Keeney Studios. Gerita Hanna, pianist, assisted him. He played Bach’s Concert in E Major, Beethoven’s Sonata in F Major, the Symphonie Espangnole by Lalo and Baal Shem by Bloch.
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Many happy returns to Sol Stone, who celebrated his 82nd birthday on April 13th. (Who said ‘thirteen’ is unlucky?)
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Wedding Bells
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
MR. and Mrs. S. W. Lowenbein announce the marriage of their son, Jack, to Francine Bailys, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bailys, of Kansas City, Mo.
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Mr. Sidney Posin is making preparations to bring his bride (the former Renee Karpf of N.Y.C.) to San Diego.
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Adele Cheron was married to Jerome Zweig on Sunday, March 27th, at Tifereth Israel Synagogue. Rabbi N.I. Addleson of Los Angeles officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jos. Cheron and the groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo Zweig, all of San Diego.
A reception for 600 at the Tifereth Israel Center followed the ceremony. Music was supplied by Earl Fisher and his orchestra. The young couple honeymooned in San Francisco and took up residence at 4317 Euclid Ave. upon their return.
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Cradle
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
A new arrival at the Ted Tadman family is Steven Aaron, who was born on Sunday, April 3rd, weighing six pounds eight ounces. The Tadmans have another child, Debbie, aged two and one half years.
Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Altschuler, of El Cajon; paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Louis Tadman of Los Angeles. Great grandparent is Meyer Altschuler of San Diego.
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Seeing double are Mr. and Mrs. Morton Kantor, who were blessed with twin girls on April 4th. Debbie Lynn weighed 6 lbs, 3 ozs and sister Cheryl Patrice topped her with 6 lbs. 14 ozs. Vicki Dianne, aged two and one half years, is now the elder sister.
Maternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Henry Grossman of Corpus Christi, were on hand to greet the new arrivals. Paternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Kantor of Brookyn, N.Y. Greatgrandparents are M. and Mrs. Sam Broomfield of N.Y.C.
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Bar Mitzvahs
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
Dr. and Mrs. Harold Elden extend a warm welcome to their friends in the community to attend the Bar Mitzvah of their son, David, on Friday, April 28, at 8 p.m. Following the service at Temple Beth Israel, a reception will be held in the Center.
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Ronald Harold, son of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Baranov, will be called to the Torah as a Bar Mitzvah on Saturday morning, April 30th, at 9:30 a.m. Services will be held at Tifereth Israel Synagogue, followed by kiddish and luncheon.
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Classified
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
Room For Rent with adjoining bath, large closet, steam heat, kitchen privileges (board optional). Private home one block to 3 bus lines—very reasonable –Phone CY-5-4309.
Women Wanted – several girls to address mail postcards, spare time every week, write Box 161, Belmont, Mass.
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Calendar
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
April
30th—Sat eve – Annual Spring Dinner Dance – Beth Israel Men’s Club – Recruit Depot.
May
1st – Israeli Day Celebration –Cottage of Israel
3rd Tues noon – Council of Jewish Women Installation Lunch – El Cortez Hotel
4th – J.W. V. “Back to God” Night – War Memorial Bldg.
4th – Weds. Noon –Aux. Hebrew Home – 10th Annual Donor Luncehon – Mission Valley Country Club.
8th – Yomaco Bowling Party – El Morrocco Club.
9th – Mon, 7 p.m. –Lasker Lodge Annual Father-Child Nite – Temple Center.
11th – Wed., 11:45 a.m. – Beth Israel Sisterhood Installation Lunch – Temple Center.
12th – City of Hope Mothers Day Lunch – Beth Jacob Center.
Ma 2th – Thrus.,m 8:30 p.m. – Harry Golden, speaker – S.D. Tercentenary – Temple Center.
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Kitchen Karavan For Door of Hope
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
Five beautiful Mission Hills homes will be offered on the second annual Kitchen Karavan sponsored by the Guild of the Door of Hope Home, May 18th, according to announcement today by Mrs. W.W. Crawford Jr., general chairman.
The homes included on the tour are: Mrs. Milo Berenson, 4304 Altamirano Way; Mrs. Wayne Malloy, 4040 Miller St.; Mrs. Purvis Martin, 2410 Pine St.; Mrs. K.J. Berglund, 4004 Bandini St; and Mrs. William Burnett, 2417 Pine St.
The proceeds for the Kitchen Karavan will be used by the Guild to finance new quarters for the staff at the Door of Hope Home. The tour will commence at twelve o’clock.
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The Day Einstein Came to S.D.
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
By Myron Lustig
As upon the deaths of most prominent people with whom I had some small contact in the days of my newspaper work, when news was heard last week of the passing of Albert Einstein I drew from my files the issue of the San Diego Union for Jan. 1, 1931—Einstein’s Day in San Diego.
Reading the stories in that paper once again, including my own interview with the professor and his frau, I was reminded that this was one of the few occasions when San Diego paid unstinted homage knowingly to a Jew. Einstein’s arrival here was one facet of a double-strength news item: he landed here from aboard the S.S. Belgenland, a 27,000-ton Red Star world-cruise liner-hailed as the largest merchant ship ever to have made San Diego a port of call.
Einstein and his party disembarked here, and after a day of festive activities in the hot sun of a perfect San Diego New Year’s eve-day, proceeded by motorcar to Pasadena, where he had accepted an invitation to meet for six weeks with scientists at Cal Tech and conduct studies at Mt. Wilson observatory.
Before he got away from here he had been taken on an auto tour of the city which culminated at Sunset Cliffs, where he alighted to examine the ice-plant growths; a luncheon as guest of honor of the Advertising Club and – highlight of the day – a civic reception at the organ pavilion in Balboa Park. It was at the latter event, attended by more than 8000 San Diegans, that the Jewish community got in its heaviest licks. I quote from the next day’s Union:
Headline: “English, German and Hebrew Spoken At Official Ceremonies; Jewish Community Presents Savant With Silver Plaque… “On behalf of the Jewish community of San Diego, as a token of friendsnhip and esteem and in memory of the place where you first touched Pacific shores, I present you with this little gift.” This was the speech made by little Ruth Levi and spoken by her in an unfaltering voice that was clearly heard throughout the pavilion … The plaque was inscribed with one of the professor’s own quotations: “Before God we are all relatively equally wise or equally foolish.” .. The crowd of more than 8,000 was forgotten, for the moment, by the next speaker, who addressed his remarks directly to Professor ande Mrs. Einstein, who perhaps were among the very few who understood the message. The speaker was Rabbi M. A. Firestone of Congregation Tifereth Israel. His address was given in Hebrew … The ceremony in the park had opened with an invocation of Rabbi H. Cerf Strauss of Temple Beth Israel… Miss Ruth Moscowitz is but nine years old but nevertheless a mere crowd of 8,000 persons and an internationally known professor evidently won’t faze her. It didn’t yesterday, at least, for she very calmly presented to Professor Einstein a mazuza, a gift from Congregation Tifereth Israel…”
My own fortunate session with the Einsteins stands very clearly in my mind. About 25 of us reporters and photographers had gone out on the pilot boat to board the Belgenland when she was yet more than five miles from the harbor entrance; it was around 6 a.m. and we were ushered into a large lounge room for the general shipboard interview. At about 7 the Einsteins appeared, bewildered and uncomfortable and submitted to a barrage of questions for about 20 minutes. By this time the ship had entered the harbor and was proceeding to her mooring at Broadway Pier. The interview was ended when the Einsteins were ushered on deck to see the welcoming crowd which included 500 high school girls bearing 3000 poinsettias. During this time, I had ascertained that the Einsteins were to return to their suite for a quiet breakfast before disembarking. My assignment was to interview them as a married couple – the day’s human interest yarn. I was puzzled about how to get the time privately with them, when just then a friend with whom I had shared many a past “scoop,” Jock Lawrence of the L.A. Examiner, made me a proposition as follows: “I speak German, you don’t. I’ve got to interview Einstein, but I don’t want his wife to know I’m a reporter and I can’t take notes. If I can get us in to talk with them during breakfast, will you share your notes with me?”
My quick “yes” resulted in our knocking on the Einstein’s door and, in response to Jock’s flow of German – he later told me had pretended to represent the Los Angeles German community with greetings for Herr Professor – we were in and seated cozily by the time the Einsteins had returned from the deck. Then for half an hour we two were with them alone and I was able to take notes on Mrs. Einstein’s and Jock’s translations of what the great man said, as well as on what Mrs. Einstein said in direct response to my queries to her. The gratifying result was a full three columns of “human interest color” under the headline: “Professor Einstein may be able to juggle universes, but it takes his frau to perform such heroic tasks as safeguarding health and making him wear socks.”
Even this story was a contribution from a part of the Jewish community, for besides being a member of the San Diego Union staff in those days, the writer was also a Sunday School teacher at Temple Beth Israel, and was overpowered uncharacteristically by as much chauvinistic pride that day as any other San Diego Jew.
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Hadassah Delegates To Attend Convention
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
Members of the San Diego Chapter of Hadassah are eagerly looking forward to the Southern Pacific Coast Region’s Tenth Annual Conference which will take place at the Huntington-Sheraton Hotel in Pasadena on May 1st through May 4th.
Delegates from San Diego Chapter include Mesdames Harry Felson and Hyman Rabinowitz. Actively participating in various sessions will be Mrs. Edward Kitaen, Mrs. Gabriel Berg, Mrs. Harold Elden, Mrs. Elmer Wohl, and Mrs. Al Slayen. Several other members are planning on driving up on May 3rd to spend the day.
Theme of the conference is “Portrait of Hadassah.”
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New Radio Station to Feature Sports
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
Jack Babcock, Vice President and General Manager of the Babcock Broadcasting Corporation that owns and operates Radio Station KBAB, announced today that the new independent station at El Cajon, serving the entire San Diego County area, will start regular broadcasting on or about April 25.
KBAB will bring major league play-by-play baseball sportscasts to the entire San Diego area. Veteran West Coast sportscaster Bob Kelley and Steve Bailey will broadcast the “Game of the Day” every day except Sunday and every major league team will be heard in action. Local broadcasting of the big games from the National and American Leagues was made possible when KBAB was invited to represent this region and joined the Major League Baseball Network.
In addition to the ball games, KBAB will carry many RCA feature programs offering listeners a combination of news, music and sports. KBAB is also a member of the Keystone Broadcasting System and will be heard at 810 KC in the center of the radio dial.
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Lasker Lodge News
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 3
By Lou Levitt
All San Diego is invited to attend Lasker Lodge’s annual Father and Child’s Night to be held at Temple Center, Monday evening, May 9th, beginning promptly at 7 p.m. We particularly invite non-member to bring their children to enjoy a wonderful entertaining show to be put on by Danny Brahmer and his TV Kiddies. The evening will be devoted tto one purpose only … showing the kids a good time. Favors, candy, ice cream and lots of memories are promised for the eveing. Come on, you fathers… let’s not forget the kids.
Sunday, May 29th , is a date to keep reserved in your date book for the big card and bingo party to be held by the lodge at Temple Center. We want this to be the biggest money raising affair we’ve ever had.
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Council Women To Install Officers
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
National Council of Jewish Women will hold its annual installation luncheon on Tuesday, May 3, at noon in the Don Room of the El Cortez Hotel.
The installing officer will be Harold Keen, radio and television personality, whose articles appear in local newspapers.
Betty Hayden Meades, song stylist, will entertain. The program is in charge of Mrs. Marvin Jacobs.
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“With The Guardians”
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
By Morrie
“With the Guardians” dedicated itself with this issue to a regular report of Guardian activities. The Guardians – in continual existence since 1943 – have been blessed with sponsoring the noblest of all Jewish endeavors – the support and maintenance of the San Diego Hebrew Home for the Aged.
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President Allie Ferer has taken unto himself a very lovely bride indeed – Mazel Tov. Allie! Coincidentally, Allie cancelled his reservations for accommodations at the Hebrew Home for the Aged.
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Late arrivals at the Temple last Sunday for the Levenson-Schissell wedding scheduled at 2 pl.m. included Mission Valley grumbling golfers Murray Goodrich, Dave Block, Laury Cantor and Irv Kahn. Dave looked particularly trim in his charcoal suit and cleated shoes.
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New members are invited to attend the Monthly no-host meetings held the first Thursday of each month –6:30 p.m. – in the banquet room of the San Diego Hotel. There are no qualifications 00other than a Jewish male over 21 who is anxious to participate in a worthwhile function – serving the Jewish aged of this community. Social activities follow a short meeting at which time members may partake of the various relaxing games. For further information, contact Sol Brown at AT 2-5284.
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For sheer fishing enthusiasm no one can deny the genuine zest demonstrated by Morrie Kraus. Morrie went after the elusive yellowtail last Wednesday (along with Guardian members Bunny Jacobson, Sy Krauss and Morrie Pomeranz) and it was noted that he kept a weather eye on his wrist watch. When queried by Bunny as to the reason for his obvious anxiety, Kraus simply replied: “Gotta get back in time to go trout fishing.”
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See you at the next Guardian meeting on May 5th at 6:30 p.m.
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City of Hope Aux.
Southwestern Jewish Press, April 29, 1955, Page 4
Get busy with your Donor Books – only 12 more days left to sell tickets on that fabulous Rotisserie. The drawing will be on Thursday, May 12th at the Beth Jacob Center. We pay tribute to the entire Nursing profession on this day, the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the saint of the wounded and sick. There are more than 50 registered nurses at the City of Hope Medical Center and 100 T.B. graduates, practical nurses, Red Cross Nurses’ Aides and Vocational Nurses. Mrs. Ida McCardle, Director of the Nursing Service, has been with the City of Hope for over twenty years. Registered nurses on the staff are graduates of leading hospitals in England, Switzerland and Canada as well as outstanding Medical Centers in the United States who are drawn to the City of Hope by its unique humanitarian program.
Reservations are being taken by Esther Schwartz, Chairman, and Liz Gotkin, Co-Chairman.
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