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Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, November 11, 1955, Part 3

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff (Editor’s Note: Part 2 for November 11, 1955, consisting of Pages 3 and 4 of the Southwestern Jewish Press, is missing from the archives.) People of the Book (Editorial) Southwestern Jewish Press, November 11, 1955, Page 5 Jewish Book Month has been observed nationally for the past thirty […]

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A bissel this, a bissel that …San Diego Jewish news and chatter

(column 20, Feb. 21, 2011) Compiled by Donald H. Harrison Jewish Organizations  In a “Save the Date” message for June 3-5, Alan Friedman, executive director of Camp Mountain Chai, says a planning committee is at work for the 3rd annual Men’s Getaway Retreat.  Dreaming up activities for the weekend themed “Fitness for the Body and

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Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, November 11, 1955, Part 1

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Bonds Aid Israel in Crises Southwestern Jewish Press, November 11, 1955, Page 1  Murray D. Goodrich has once again accepted the position as chairman for the San Diego Jewish Community to conduct a campaign in behalf of the Bonds of Israel Government.  In assuming this responsible position, Mr.

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‘Wizard of Oz’ still magic to throngs of kids at Civic Theatre

By Carol Davis SAN DIEGO– During the intermission of the latest incarnation of the L. Frank Baum’ book,  the  John Kane adaptation of “Wizard of Oz” I chatted with a tyke munching on a cookie. “How do you like the show so far?” I asked? Being non-committal in front of a stranger, her Mom piped up

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Carol Davis, San Diego County, Theatre, Film & Broadcast

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, October 28, 1955, Part 4

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff Hillel News Southwestern Jewish Press, October 28, 1955, Page 7 The Hillel Counselorship at State College will hold its next meeting on Monday, October 31st, at the Jewish Community Center.  Refreshments will be served. The group meets every other Monday evening at 7:30 p.m.  Officers are Martin Weiner,

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A bissel this, a bissel that—San Diego Jewish news and chatter

(column 19, February 17, 2011) Compiled by Donald H. Harrison Jewish organizations The National Conflict Resolution Center will honor retired Anti-Defamation League regional director Morris Casuto and anti-apartheid playwright Athol Fugart at a March 10 dinner at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel.  Casuto will receive a lifetime achievement award. * David Brog, executive director of Christians

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Students studying ethical farming to converge on SDJA

SAN DIEGO (Press Release)– Almost 60 college students from the University of Pennsylvania, New York University and Cornell University will visit San Diego Jewish Academy (SDJA) in March to volunteer at the school’s garden as part of Jewish Farm School’s alternative spring break program.  “For the third year, we are delighted to host college students

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Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, October 28, 1955, Part 3

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff J.W. V. Post to Mass Colors Southwestern Jewish Press, October 28, 1955, Page 5 San Diego Post 185 and Auxiliary will participate in the massing of colors to take place Sunday November 6th at Balboa Park. The public is cordially invited to witness the ceremonies that will begin

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Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, October 28, 1955, Part 2

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff As the Psychologist Sees You Southwestern Jewish Press, October 28, 1955, Page 3 By Irving Stone Color Effects – A few weeks ago one of our popular magazines printed an article with vividly Illustrated pictures on the feeling people have to color of their food and the effect

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A bissel this, a bissel that – San Diego Jewish news and chatter

(column 18, February 14, 2011) Compiled by Donald H. Harrison Jewish Organizations Beth Jacob Congregation is using YouTube to publicize the Feb. 21 evening appearance of commentator Michael Medved.  The commercial is professionally done, and why not?  The congregation’s president is Rand Levin, one of the most talented video journalists in San Diego.  For many

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Carol Davis, San Diego County, Yeruchem Eilfort-Rabbi

Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, October 28, 1955, Part 1

  Compiled by San Diego Jewish World Annual Dinner Dance Marks Jolly 16 Club’s 41st Year Southwestern Jewish Press, October 28, 1955, Page 1 At a luncheon meeting, held at the home of Mrs. Nate Ratner, it was decided that a check for $1,000 be turned over to the Hebrew Home for the Aged. Chairmen

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A bissel this, a bissel that–San Diego Jewish news and chatter

(Column 17, February 9, 2011)   Compiled by Donald H. Harrison ___________________ Spotlight: Sy Brenner __________________     Veteran Sy Brenner, 88, was to have spoken to the Tifereth Israel Men’s Club about his experiences during World War II as a prisoner-of-war held by German captors who were unaware he was a Jew.  But now he

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Adventures in San Diego Jewish History, October 14, 1955, Part 3

Compiled by San Diego Jewish World Another Milestone Southwestern Jewish Press, October 14, 1955, Page 5 The business of living has made some of us immune to the emotional impacts that hit our city from time to time. When we examined the completed building of the new Hebrew Home for the Aged, we could not

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