Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Camp J.C. – Everybody’s Favorite Camp It’s the Key to Summer Fun for Boys and Girls 5 through 12 years of Age Southwestern Jewish Press, June 15, 1956, Pages 1, 8 With the end of the school year today, San Diego Jewish parents are fortunate in having Camp […]
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Met Forum Asks About Sewer Crisis Southwestern Jewish Press, May 25, 1956, Page 5 The San Diego Metropolitan Forum will discuss the problem of the sewer crisis at the House of Hospitality, Monday, May 28, at 8 p.m. Dr. J.B. Askew, head of the City-County Health Department, will
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Primaries Are Important (Editorial) Southwestern Jewish Press, May 25, 1956, Page 3 There is talk all over town that a general apathy exists concerning the voting in the primaries on June 5. We hope this is not true because more good causes have been lost through apathy than
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By Norman Greene SAN DIEGO — Ohr Shalom Synagogue, winner of a Save Our Heritage Organization award, held a Dedication event Sunday, June 5, to acknowledge its “Restoration of a Sacred Place Award” and to thank all those responsible for the $4.6 million restoration project. Welcomed by Ohr Shalom’s president Al Shelden, congregants and
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff United Jewish Fund Tally Tops 1954 and ’55 Drive: Close to $200,000 Raised in Campaign Southwestern Jewish Press, May 25, 1956, Pages 1, 5 More money was raised by May 20, 1956 in the current campaign of the United Jewish Fund of San Diego than was raised by
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Shavuos, “The Feast of Weeks” Southwestern Jewish Press, May 11, 1956, Page 5 The observance of the Jewish festival of Shavuos, which begins at sundown, Tuesday, May 15, is a most joyous experience for the Jewish community. According to Jewish tradition, the revelation on Mt. Sinai took place
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Bride-to-Be Honored Southwestern Jewish Press, May 11, 1956, Page 2 In honor of their forthcoming marriage on June 14, Ethel Ann Mallinger and Sam Sosna have been entertained at luncheons and dinners. Mrs. Harry Brookler held a luncheon for Ettie at the Lafayette Hotel; Mrs. Bert J. Mallinger’s
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Be At Home Sunday, May 20, “Magic Carpet Day” Southwestern Jewish Press, May 11, 1956, Page 1 In an intensified effort to reach $200,000 by May 31, the Campaigner’s Division will have its “One Day” Campaign on Sunday, May 30th, according to William B. Schwartz, Chairman, and his
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Jewish Center News Southwestern Jewish Press, April 27, 1956, Page 4 The Gaylarks – The Gaylarks (young adults) Group of the Jewish Community Center had a very enthusiastic meeting recently on behalf of the United Jewish Fund Campaign. Over $200 was contributed, but Epstein, President, announced. Future events
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryCompiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Arlene Solof Weds Southwestern Jewish Press, April 27, 1956, Page 2 Mr. and Mrs. William Solof announced the marriage of their daughter, Arlene Joyce, to Mr. Fred Hamilton on Friday, April 20, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Arlene is a graduate of Hoover High and attended U.C.L.A. in Los
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By Joel Moskowitz, M D, FAPA, FAAP LOS ANGELES –Many know that Houdini was Jewish and his real name Erich Weiss, son of an itinerant Rabbi. But who is Jewish of the following? David Copperfield, Max Maven, David Blaine and Teller of the team, Penn and Teller? All of them! David Copperfield was born David
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Campaign at 70% of Goal; Drive to Close May 20 Southwestern Jewish Press, April 27, 1956, Pages 1, 5 Spurred on by the opening of campaigns in the areas, the $104 minimum Women’s Division luncheon, gifts from an employee group, a treasury gift from the Junior Charity League,
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Pioneer Women Southwestern Jewish Press, April 13, 1956, Page 7 Pioneer Women, Negba Club, wishes to thank all of their friends, and members, for their cooperation which contributed to the success of their Rummage Sale. Florence Lebb and Rose Abrams, co-chairmen, and their committee, Rose Brooker, L:illian Yukon,
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Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Lasker Lodge News Southwestern Jewish Press, April 13, 1956, Page 5 Father and Child Night, Lasker Lodge’s annual festive night for parents and children, will be at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, April 23rd, at Temple Center. An hour-long variety show, m.c.’d byu Al Kaye, will feature an evening
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