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‘Thank You’ Reception For UJF Workers, Sept. 12
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 4
Campaign workers and leaders will be honored on Thursday, September 12, at 8 p.m. at a “Thank You” reception given to them by the Officers and Directors of the United Jewish Fund, according to Milton Y. Roberts, Fund President.
Workers in the 1957 Campaign of the United Jewish Fund will be given a “Thank You” reception at Temple Beth Israel by the Fund and the National United Jewish Appeal. A UJA Caravan, consisting of two top national volunteer leaders, and a Government Official from the Israeli Embassy, will express the thanks of the UJA to the San Diego Jewish community, which has increased its 1957 campaign in one of the largest increases in the country.
The days following the reception will see the opening of a High Holy Days Campaign to secure an additional $17,000 in order to reach $300,000 in the 1957 campaign, which is considered by the General Campaign Co-Chairmen, Dr. Walter Ornstein and Victor Schulman, as the amount that can be raised in San Diego. This will exceed the 1957 goal by $5,000.
The Chairmen reported that to date $283,000 has been raised, which is $10,000 higher than the amount that was raised in the peak year of 1948. However, it was $12,000 short of the goal that had been set, with 200 families who had not as yet contributed to the campaign. “Though slightly over 2,200 individual contributions had been received, the 200 outstanding pledges means the difference between the present figure and a figure of $300,000,” the Chairmen said.
Mrs. Milton Y. Roberts, Chairman of the “Thank You” reception for workers, announced that all workers would receive their awards at the reception and urged workers and their friends to attend the meeting and reception on Thursday, September 12.
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Weinberger Lodge News
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 4
“Around the World” tickets are now selling nicely, according to Morey Kraus, chairman for the Committee. In the next few weeks the lodge most concentrate very heavily on the selling of these tickets, as the time of the dance is nearer than most of us believe. Marshall Zucker reports that the Golf Tournament was a huge success with almost 70 golfers participating. Herb Reder, however, found that the attendance at the picnic was not as good as had been expected.
Jack Spatz has done such a remarkable job with his retention committee that at the last District Convention, it was seen fit to confer upon him an honorary award, which is rarely done. At the present time, according to Brother Spatz, there were less than 20 members who have not as yet paid their 1957 dues.
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Restaurant Has Face Lifed
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 4
Though owner George Solimine sadly reports he still has the same old face, he is nonetheless extremely proud of the “new face” on his restaurant at 48th and El Cajon Blvd. The new decorations only serve to enhance the attractiveness of the atmosphere and not the food. For, as everyone well knows, George’s food cannot be approved upon.
While Solimine’s Restaurant specializes in Shish-ke-Bab and steaks, any of the other dishes are awfully good too.
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‘Anything Goes’ Next for Star-Light Opera
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 4
“Show Boat,” which is again maintaining its reputation as America’s favorite musical, will continue at Balboa Park Bowl tonight through Sunday at 8:30. The Jerome Kern-Oscar Hammerstein, II, classic about life and love on the Mississippi, is delighting a new generation of theatre goers, who find songs like “Only Make Believe,” “Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man,” “You Are Low,” “He’s Jes My Bill,” and ‘Ol’ Man River,” just as entrancing as their parents did a generation ago.
Come Thursday night, Starlight will present its final offering of the season of bringing Broadway to San Diego, with Cole Porter’s all-time hit, “Anything Goes.” This fast-paced tale of the adventures of a weird assortment of characters sailing on a luxury liner from Manhattan to Southampton, is loaded with laughs and packed with hit songs. Among them: “You’re the Top,” “All Through the Night,” “I Get A Kick Outta You,” “Begin the Beguine,” “Blow, Gabriel, Blow,” “In the Still of the Night,” and, of course, “Anything Goes.”
Chief purveyors of mirth and melody are Joy Cannon as Reno Sweeney, the role that skyrocketed Ethel Merman to stardom; Mike Bogle, as the irrepressible Billy; Charlie Cannon, playing Dr. Moon, public enemy number 12; Irene Cantos as the poor little rich girl, Hope; F. Allen Richardson, cast as Sir Evelyn Oakleigh, of the Mayfair Oakleighs, you know; Lee Whitney, Mrs. Harcourt of New York’s 400; Bobby Finch, Jeannine Fetterolf, Ole Kittleson, Betzi Hendry and Bob Rice contribute to the riotous hilarity.
The ship on which they sail, designed by Tad Anheier, is the like of nothing that ever sailed the seven seas. Dances devised by Marguerite Ellicott, staging by Charles Newman and musical direction by Robert Leib, combine to make “Anything Goes,” a fitting climax to the Star-Light’s most successful season.
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Temple Beth El To Hold Holy Day Services
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
The new congregation in the Northshore area, Temple Beth El, will hold its first High Holy Day services at the Northminster Presbyterian Church in Clairemont, it was announced by Max Vicker, congregation president.
Rev. Samuel Dimenstein will conduct the service. He is a rabbinical scholar and former student at Yeshiva University in New York. He has served congregations in San Francisco and Tiajuana. He will be assisted by the Religious Committee of Elliot Bell, Al Weiss, Robert Horwitz and Howard Kaufman.
The new congregation is grateful to the Northminster Presbyterian Church for its generosity in allowing them to use the facilities throughout the year and especially for the High Holy Days.
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B.B.G’s Plan Activity
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
The B.B.G’s are having a membership dessert, entitled “Starlight Serenade,” to be hald at the home of Barbara Fishman, 6031 Sinton Place, La Mesa, at 7:30 p.m. Reservations are being taken by Judy Lukin, AT 2-2955; Elaine Strahl, JU 2-3259. This is to be a Mother-Daughter affair, with all girls from age 14 invited.
The B.B.G’s have had a very successful first summer, and are well on their way to becoming an active part of the B’nai B’rith here in San Diego. Plans re being formulated for the girls to be instituted at the Bay City B’nai B’rith Women’s Meeting on September 9.
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Jolly Sixteen Club
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
At the last meeting of the Jolly Sixteen Club, held at the home of Mrs. Robert Gordon, Jr., plans were formulated for their 43rd Annual Dinner Dance.
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The dance will be held on Saturday, November 23rd, at the El Cortez Hotel. Mr.s A.J. Bard will be chairman.
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Cottage of Israel To Hold Elections
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
A “Special Open House” will be held at the Cottage of Israel on Sunday afternoon, Sept. 8 from 2 to 5 p.m. in order that visitors may see the completely repainted and renovated Cottage.
AT 5:30 p.m., a community supper will be held for members and friends of the Cottage of Israel. Bring your own supper; coffee and cake will be served by the Cottage.
Following the supper, election and installation of officers for 1957-58 will be held.
The nominating chairman, Mrs. Rose Brooker, is presenting the following slate:
President, Mrs. George Borushek; vice-president, Fred Yaruss; Recording Secretary, Seymour Gates; Financial Secretary, Mrs. Hy Parrell; Corresponding Secretary, Mrs. Alwin Feiler; Treasurer, Philip Abrams and delegates, Mrs. Rose Brooker and Mrs. Bernard Veltzer.
Any member in good standing is eligible for office; name may be submitted to the nominating Chairman.
Ballots will be mailed to all members and may be dropped in the ballot box at the Cottage on any of the following days: Aug. 25, Sept. 1 and Sept 8th from 2 to 5 p.m.
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Yo-Ma-Co News
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
Chairman Al Nadler and his ambitious staff have completed plans for a gay beach party and barbecue this Saturday night August 24 at Mission Beach. Club members and their guests can expect an enjoyable evening of food, fun and prizes.
A “tall-tale” contest was held at the last meeting with Vic Silverstein and Lil Nadler winning top honors. At the August 28th meeting, Sam Stein will be guest speaker. All married couples are invited to this meeting which will be at 9 p.m. at the Highland and Landis St. Hall.
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Home for Aged Slates Rosh Hashonah Services
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
The S.D. Hebrew Home for the Aged has appointed Mr. Harry Goodwin to sing the Holy Day Services at the Home. He will be assisted by Mr. HJ. Levinson, according to Mrs. Cele Feldman, President of the Ladies Auxiliary. The service is for the guests of the home, their families and friends.
It is also planned to have religious services each month and MR. Ike Jacobson ahs volunteered to hold Minyan and to give little talks whenever possible.
A Rosh Chodesh Service will be held on August 24 and the men of the community are invited to attend so that a Minyan may be assured. The service starts at 9 a.m. Kiddush refreshments will be served.
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A.Z.A. News
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 5
The San Diego AZA Chapter No. 122 sponsored by Weinberger Lodge, has received its temporary charter. Under the leadership of Mr. Abramham (Dad) Eldex and Dr. Milton (Dad) Millman, the new Chapter is making progress. There are now 38 members in the chapter,. The membership is open for Jewish boys from 14 to 17. If you are interested contact Mel Brav at AT-4-3434.
Four dances have been held so far, two at the house of Dad Millman, one at the beach, and one with the BBGs.
The chapter’s baseball team came in third in its league. A golf team, a basketball team and a bowling team are now being organized.
On Sunday, September 8, the AZA will hold its semi-formal Installation Banquet at the San Diego Hotel.
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Last Play of Season Set for La Jolla
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 6
The rafters of La Jolla Playhouse are reverberating with laughter this week as the famed summer theatre closes its eleventh season with two rip-roaring comedies, “The Proposal” and “Andracles and the Lion” starting Leon (“Life with Father”) Ames, Marilyn Erskine and Willard (“The Great Gilderseleeve”) Waterman. The twin-billed production opened Tuesday night and will ring down its final curtain a week from Sunday night, September 1st.
Aiding and abetting Messrs. Ames and Waterman and Miss Erskine are: Mike Mazurki, professional wrestler and screen and TV villain in a surprising comic role; Preston Hanson and William Newell, both familiar to TV and movie audiences for their many amusing characterizations; Norma O’Mahony, accomplished Irish actress who played the housekeeper in Cecil Kellaway’s memorable scene in “The Potting Shed” at the Playhouse a few weeks ago; Eric Ericson as the lion; Paul Comi and Herb Pataki.
Direction is by Michael O’Herlihy, brother of Dan “Robinson Crusoe” O’Herlihy, who directed the school of drama at the Playhouse this summer. A recent import from Ireland, O’Herlihy won the annual Irish Directors and Designers Award each year from 1951 to the present.
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City of Hope Beach-Brunch August 25
Southwestern Jewish Press, August 23, 1957, Page 6
The City of Hope invites its members and friends to a Beach Brunch to be held August 25, at Belmont Park (Mission Beach Amusement Center). The Brunch will be served from 11 to two under a covered patio.
Ruth Aronoff, President, promises sun and fun for the entire family. There will be tables for adults to set up their favorite games and amusement facilities for the children on the beach.
For further details, phone Selma Lindenfeld, Goldie Schusterman or Gladys Tappan.
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