Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff
With The Guardians
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
By Morrie Pomeranz
Hi-Lites of the November 1st meeting — excellent turnout — enthusiastically presided over by prexy Sammy Addleson who is at his parliamentary best when the crowds are larger — guests included Norman Smith hosted by Irv Kahn — Abe Ferer, Murray’s brother -in-law, and Sid Lind, a guest of Eddie Cantor. The door prize, a double-header, consisted of a bottle of V.O. and an overnite case (strange combination) was won by Art Glickman. Several members, absent much too long, made their debut a pleasant one–Leo Beck, Ralph Hosenpud and Julius Brown.
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This little vignette was reported to us by our 4th Avenue representative Dave Stotsky. The scene: S.E. corner of 4th and Broadway — man stands on the corner and is busily engaged in tearing a newspaper into tiny shreds and carefully, almost methodically, throws the little pieces all about him — the cop on the beat stops and asks of this anti-litter violator: “Just what do you think you’re doing?” The man continues with his task, looks up and says: “This keeps the kangaroos away.” The officer, puzzled but mindful of his duties, protests angrily: “There are no kangaroos around here!” and the guy smiles knowingly and says: “See, it works, doesn’t it?”
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If it must happen, what better place than Lou Lipton’s: A smartly-dressed Japanese couple sat down in one of the booths last Saturday during the lunch hour. They studied the menu quietly for several minutes and finally the cute little girl asks the waitress: “What are blintzes?” The waitress made a grade A effort to break down the ingredients — but to no avail — she turned to Julius Krasner (in the adjoining booth) for assistance. Julius (a consistent blintz eater) thought for a moment and said to the Japanese couple: “narunta harate obayashi takhemer byoto.”
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Please Note
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
CARE delivery of food to Israel is continuing, according to word received today by the local CARE office. Edward J. Flynn, western director, said a cable from CARE’s representative in Israel says delivery of CARE packages is functioning normally. Contributions in any amount for food for the people of Israel may be sent to CARE, 323 West 5th Street, Los Angeles 13, California.
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Hebrew Home for the Aged Auxiliary Hold Luncheon
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
The Hebrew Home for the Aged Auxiliary will hold their annual Membership Luncheon at the Home, 4075 54tgh St., on Wednesday, Nov. 28 at 12 o’clock noon. Mrs. Paul Moss, program chairman, has arranged for several events such as the dedication of the beautiful Rose Garden which was started by Mr. and Mrs. Morris Freed, a beautiful Kiddish cup to be presented by Cantor and Mrs. Joseph Cysner. Mr. Maxwell Kaufman, president of the Home, will give a brief informative talk on the activities of the Parent Body of the Home. mesdame Edward Addleson, Joseph Cysner and Charles Press are in charge of the Luncheon, and Mrs. Harry Snyder is Hospitality chairman.
All women of the community are cordially invited.
Please make reservations by calling Mrs. Jack Rosenbloom, JU-2-7103; mrs. Sam Tokman, AT-2-6335, or the Home, JU-2-5168.
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Pioneer Women Hold Chanukah Games Night
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
The San Diego Pioneer Women, Negba and Shoshana groups, will hold an emergency Games Night in honor of Chanukah at the Beth Jacob Center, 4473 30th St., on Saturday evening, November 17th, at 8:30 p.m. An exciting evening of games with refreshments for all and a chance to win many prizes is promised by the chairman, Mrs. Leo Ross.
In charge of arrangements for the evening with Mrs. Ross, are Mmes. George Alpert, Rose Brooker, Isaac Domnitz, Louis Frommer, Seymour Gates, Rose Leaf, Florence Lebb, Harry Newman, Charles Press and Maurice Shaffer.
Chanukah, the eight day holiday celebrating the world’s first fight for religious freedom, led by the Maccabees, is traditionally celebrated with games and sports of all sorts. For additional information in regard to the affair call Mrs. Ross at AT-1-4301. Tickets are available from all members of both groups for a donation of one dollar.
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Yo-Ma-Co News
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
The two winners at the recently held Yo-Ma-Co Headdress Ball were Victor Silverstein, whose hat represented an exploding atom bomb .. a clever, double mushroom affair, and Tully Kitaen, whose hat contained a white foam jackass and elephant surrounded by red, white and blue colors, etc…a cleverly contrived plea to “get out and vote.” Everyone had a delightful evening.
The Installation committee has already started the wheels to rolling for a bang-up affair to be held early in February. In this energetic groupo are: Art and Charlotte Friedlander, Mitzie Spivak, Ted and Evelyn Hermann, Dutchy and Milton Kossey.
The Yo-Ma-Co bowling club consisting of twenty couples and captained by Lennie Pearl, is holding its semi-annual dinner dance December 9 at the Lafayette Hotel. Trophies will be given to the holders of the highest scores.
Meetings are held at the Landis Street Recreation center, every second and fourth Wednesday. Come and in.
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(Civic Issues)
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 6
If you don’t fully understand a civic problem it is better to approve than criticize.
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City of Hope Aux. Breaks Into Banks!!!
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 7
This is one time breaking into the bank is the right thing to do! One of the largest canning companies in the country contributes tin banks to this great humanitarian organization. These banks are distributed to members of auxiliaries and good friends of the City of Hope who pledge themselves to filling them and bringing them in to annual luncheon where they are broken open. Proceeds are sent to the City of Hope National, free, non-sectarian Research and Medical Center at Duarte, California, where those afflicted with cancer, leukemia, tuberculosis, and operable heart disease are given the finest care and treatment without any cost to them or their families. The Luncheon this year will be held at the Beth Jacob Center, on Tuesday, November 20th, at 12 noon.
Your bank will be your admission to a delicious home-cooked luncheon prepared by Mrs. Goldie Kitaen, Mrs. Anna Lazarowitz and Mrs. Becky Bard nd thier committee. Those who do not have banks will pay a nominal fee. President Ethel Berwin invites everyone to attend. A Social Hour will follow the luncheon.
Many San Diegans have been patients at the City of Hope–some are there at the present time.
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New Group Forms
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 7
A new club has been formed in town, albeit the name is not. It is the Progress Club, with a suite of clubrooms in the Hotel San Diego.
The club is strictly a private social club with keys for members only, available for meetings, relaxation, entertainment, lunches, snacks, private parties, and the possible nucleus for a future Jewish Country Club in San Diego.
The clubrooms have been furnished by Bert Fisher, owner of the hotel and a club member. The decor is warm, the facilities are ample, and there is plenty of parking space.
Membership has been set at 100. At present there are over 75 with the initiation fee only $10. The future plans include one day to be set aside for the wives to have a luncheon and afternoon of relaxation at the club.
Officers elected are: Murray Goodrich, president; M. Bert Fisher, honorary president; Laury Cantor, vice president; Sam Druskin, treasurer; Morrie Kraus, secretary. Board members re Al DeSure, Lou Moorsteen, Dave Block, Harry Snyder, Dave Stotsky, Eddie Bland, Yale Kahn, Vic Stern, Sol Brown and Irv Kahn.
The club has retained a permanent steward to take care of the members and their needs. Every Wednesday night has been designated as Club Night.
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“Mr. and Mrs.” Coffee Chat to Hear A.D.L. Talk
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 7
Continuing its program of evening discussion groups designed to appeal to both husbands and wives, the “Mr. and Mrs.” Coffee Chats group of the National Council of Jewish Women will meet on tuesday, November 27 at 8 p.m. in the Garden Room of the Lafayette Hotel. The evening will be devoted to an illustrated lecture by Reva Garvin of the B’nai B’rith Anti-Defamation League, of “The Rumor Clinic,” showing how distortion of facts create prejudice.
Complementing Mrs. Garvin’s presentation will be an address by a representative of either the Urban League or NAACP concerning de-segregation. A question and answer period will follow, and the public is invited. A 50c refreshment charge is made. For reservations, please call Mrs. Floyd Kramer, JU-2-8584.
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Aching Back? See Denison’s
Southwestern Jewish Press, November 16, 1956, page 7
Pffffft! It will vanish overnight by sleeping on a custom-made Denison mattress. Drive over to 2352 India and take advantage of their specials, including new posture-firm sets at $55.00 and foam rubber from $59.50 up.
Only the finest famous-made materials are used, including Nachman springs. Beautiful patterns in covering and the workmanship is unsurpassed.
Bring in your old mattress and watch how it can be renovated like new by the Garnet Process, one of two places using this in the San Diego area. Coil springs made into box springs; cotton mattresses into inner-springs.
Buying direct from this factory where any type of mattress is made to your specifications from crib-size to king-size with 100% guarantee can save you many dollars. Free estimates and pickups.
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