Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff
Council Women Talk “Person to Person”
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
Mrs. Ben Lemson, Program Chairman, will present Mr. Lionel Van Deerlin, News Analyst of Channel 6, at the September 6th luncheon-meeting, to be held at Beth Israel Center. On the same program will be Dr. Wm. Rust, President of California Western University and Wanda Sankary, State Representative. The Glee Club will present a clever repertoire. Decorations will be displayed on branches of Manzaita Trees and will depict Council Services.
An event to play to attend is the Council’s “Gaiete Parisienne,” the place—Mission Valley Country Club, the date—Sunday, Oct. 23.
Make it easier for everyone by bringing your bundles for Thrift Shop to the next meeting.
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Red Cross Appeals For Funds For Disaster in East
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
Mr. Henry J. Price, disaster chairman for the San Diego County Chapter, American National Red Cross, asked that everyone contribute to the fund for flood sufferers in the eastern areas of the United States. Over $8,000,000 will be needed for rehabilitation of the 35,000 families who have been affected.
San Diego County Chapter has assumed a quota of $50,000 as its share.
Quoting President Eisenhower, Mr. Price went on to say that “Everyone would sleep better tonight if they contributed to the best of their ability before nightfall.”
In explaining the nature of the Red Cross disaster relief effort, Mr. Price pointed out that there is frequent misunderstanding on the part of people who think that those made destitute by disaster can obtain direct grants from Federal Funds allocated for disaster relief. “This is not the case,” he said, “since under the law, families cannot be assisted by the government directly. Certain public funds are made available on a loan basis to families and business firms, and generally, public funds, whether federal or state are used to repair damage to roads, bridges and public property. The individual family in need must look to Red Cross.”
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“Fellowship is Fashionable” Luncheon
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
The participation of eighteen women representing as many religious, civic and cultural groups of San Diego will highlight the Temple Beth Israel Sisterhood’s “Fellowship is Fashionable” luncheon-fashion show on Sept. 14 at El Cortez Hotel.
Scheduled to model are Mmes. Harold B. Robinson, Morton J. Cohn, Elva Shearer, Charles Dail, Malcolm Love, Ralph Daillard, Elizabeth Thompson, B. F. Coggan, Victor Schulman, Wm. Carter, Andy Borthwick, Hunter Muir, Whiston Jones, Lowell Davies, Jean Patterson Hermes, MacArthur Gorton Jr., Stephan C. Munson and Gladden Boaz. The fashion show will be co-ordinated among others by Ballard & Brockett, Lion’s and Walker-Scott.
Mrs. William Richartz and Mrs. Harry Snyder are co-chairmen of the hospitality committee. Committee members include Mmes. Morris Ackerman, Irving Friedman, Irving Burdman, B.J. Mallinger, Samuel Goldberg, Rosalie Sonnabaum, Alfred Breslauer, I. Lichterman, Fred Leeds, Rodin Horrow, George Katz, H. Robert Beitcher, George Wise, Sol Brown, Robert Miller, Donald Pogrell, Sue Gurenberg and Benjamin Snyder.
Luncheon Chairman is Mrs. Byron Sharpe assisted by co-chairmen Mrs. Wm. Warner and Mrs. Ernest Haas. Reservations are now being accepted by calling Mrs. Ben Snyder, BE-4-5737.
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USO-JWB Jr. Hostess Award Night
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
On Wednesday night, September 7th, an Award Night for junior hostesses who have served USO-JWB outstandingly for the past year will be held at Temple Beth Israel Center.
This promises to be a gala evening with a carefully planned program to delight all those attending. Jerry “Chief’ Aronoff, well known Maser of Ceremonies will again be present to conduct a dance contest, tag dances, etc. Please consider this an invitation for all junior hostesses and parents to see USO in action at our Wednesday night dances.
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Hebrew Home Aux. Sets Rummage Sale De Luxe
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
Since “moving day” for the Hebrew Home for the Aged has become a reality, many usable pieces of furniture and bric-a-brac that cannot be utilized at the new Home will be sold. In order to make this a worthwhile project, the Auxiliary of the Home will sponsor a Rummage Sale and are using this means to put out a plea for any kind of merchandise, clothing, dishes, furniture, etc., that is salable.
A telephone call to Mrs. Sid Goldstein, AT-2-7345; Mrs. Louis Feller, AT-2-7344, or the Home, CY 603724, will bring a pick-up service to your door. Merchandise may also be left at the Home, 2750 4th Ave.
A tentative date for the rummage sale has been set for Monday, October 17th.
Mrs. Paul Cudney, Ways and Means Chairman, is very busy organizing neighborhood parties as a Fund raising project. Your response will be greatly appreciated.
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Flag Ceremonies on Admission Day
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
County Supervisor Frank Gibson will preside at flagpole dedication ceremonies at Old San Diego plaza on admission Day, Friday, September 9. There will be a presentation of a flag flown over the nation’s capitol July 29 by Congressman Bob Wilson; a welcome by Rear Admiral L. Ragonnet, president of the Historical Shrine Foundation of San Diego, and, a parade of historic flags.
The parade of historic flags begins the program at 2 p.m. and will include all persons who have in their possession a flag of some historic significance.
Prior to the dedication ceremonies the U.S. Naval Training Center Band will present a sort musical concert.
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Heart Center Gets New Director
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
San Diego County’s Heart Center in the Sharp Memorial Hospital welcomed its new Director this week. He is Dr. Aaron S. Raisin of Charleston, South Carolina.
Dr. Raisin is a graduate of the Medical College of South Carolina and later served as an instructor at his Alma Mater. He served his internship in Pittsburg and was a resident physician in pathology and internal medicine in Cleveland. He also served as a medical officer in internal medicine while in Army service.
After an inspection of the local Heart Center and the $68,000 worth of equipment which has already been installed, Dr. Raisin stated that it was the finest, most modern cardio respiratory laboratory for the study and diagnosis of all heart disease which he had seen in his medical experience.
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New Center Director Meets Community
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 1
The Board of Directors of the Jewish Community Center, Edward A. Breitbard, President, entertained with an informal Open House at the Center last Sunday afternoon to welcome the new Program Director, Mr. Irving Mortin, his wife, Adele, and two young sons, Mark and Richard.
Members of the Women’s League who were hostesses and served refreshments were the following: Mesdames R. Aved, E. Brisker, Edward Breitbard and Leon Solomon.
A graduate of McGill University, Montreal, Canada, Mr. Mortin has had 15 years experience in the field of social work and comes to San Diego from South Bend, Indiana, where he served as Program Director of the Jewish Community Council.
San Diego is happy to welcome Mr. Mortin and his family to the community and feel that, because of his wide experience in organizing programs for all age groups, he will be able to make a decided contribution toward intensifying the Center program.
Mr. Mortin is arranging to meet with the various Center groups and formulate plans for a season of interesting and well-balanced activities.
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Esther Jane Lustig Weds Dell Friedman
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
On Sunday, August 28th, in the Thursday Clubhouse, Esther Jane Lustig, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Myron Lustig, was wed to Dell Friedman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Harold Friedman of Bevberly Hills and Timmins, Ontario. Rabbi Morton J. Cohn officiated.
Nuptial music was supplied by Mrs. Lee Herz and the bride’s brother, Jeremy. The bride wore a gown of imported lace and pleated tulle and carried a bible which her grandmother, Mrs. Lenny Lustig, also an August bride, had carried 55 years ago.
Miss Jane Friedman, sister of the bridegroom, as maid of honor, wearing pink peau de soie. Bridesmaids were Miss Nancy Lustig, cousin of the bride; Mrs. Bruce Witte and Mrs. Tina Rittoff.
Robert Friedman was best man for his brother, and uhsers were Jeremy Lustig, Michael Lustig and Roy Vego.
A reception followed the services . Upon returning from their honeymoon at Lake Tahoe, the yung couple will reside in Los Angeles, where the bride will continue her studies at USC. The groom was graduated from USC last January.
In addition to the many Los Angeles friends and relatives, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Klopper, uncle and aunt of the bride, and their granddaughter, Barbara Klopper, of Cleveland, Ohio, were out-of-town guests at the wedding.
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United in Marriage
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
On Auugust 28, 1927, in New York City Julia Rindler was united in holy wedlock with Maxwell Kaufman. The wedding was held in the home of the bride’s brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Rindler. The guests, the bridal couple, and even the Rabbi enjoyed an evening of celebration following the services. The “young” couple are still honeymooning, currently in San Diego.
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Robert Price Bar-Mitzvah
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
Mr. and Mrs. Sol Price announce the Bar-Mitzvah of their son, Robert, to be held on Friday, September 9th, at 8 o’clock. The service will be held at the Beth Israel Temple.
A reception will follow the Bar-Mitzvah.
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Personals
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
Friends are welcoming Sol and Goldie Schissell back to San Diego. Sol has taken over the management of Kay Jewelers in North Park.
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Scott Kincaid, a favorite pianist in San Diego for many years, recently returned from Honolulu and is currently playing nightly at Lou Vallin’s Bar. A happy way to close an evening … your favorite songs plus Lou Lipton’s tasty dishes.
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“Champ” Marc Friedman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Irving Friedman, won the Town and Country Club championship swimming meet on August 21st, for age group 11-12, in the 50 yard free style race. He also took 1st place in the novice swimming meet at Chula Vista.
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Mr. and Mrs. Leo Beck and Mr. and Mrs. Bill Solof co0hosted a “tropical flight to the island of Kona Kai” for 200 guests on Monday, August 22nd. Guests who arrived for the dinner-dance dressed in Hawaiian togs, fitted in with the tropical decorations. “Imported” Hawaiian dancers were hosts Bill and Leo, and friends Julius Brown and John Hehaide. Sol Bloom (Hilo Hattie for the evening) was master of ceremonies.
Out-of-town guests were Mesdames and Messrs. Ben Beck, Lester Cutler, Milton Cooper and Mrs. Ruth Winter, Mrs. Harriet Herskin, Mrs. Mitch Mohr, Mr. Buddy Roberts, all of Beverly Hills; Mr. and Mrs. Frank “Lefty” O’Doul of San Francisco, and Mr. and Mrs. Ben Rose, of Long Beach.
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Al Abrams, son of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Abrams, will spend a week with his parents before returning to Antioch College. He spent the summer as a counselor at a children’s camp in Ohio.
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Mrs. Joseph Lamon left yesterday for a three weeks’ visit to Indianapolis. She will attend the wedding of her nephew, Howard Blieden, and will be reunited with six of her sisters and other members of the family who are also attending the wedding.
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Mollick-Schissell Exchange Marital Vows
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
{O}n August 28th, at the Beth Jacob Synagogue, Phyllis Mollick, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Philip Mollick, became the wife of Gerald Z. Schissell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Lou Schissel, of Bakersfield, Calif. Rabbi Baruch Stern officiated with Cantor Israel Dubner participating. Cantor Julian Miller sang.
The bride wore an original gown of French imported lace over bridal taffeta and carried a white orchid on her bible.
The bride’s attendants were Ethel Ann Mallinger, Maid of Honor; bridesmaids Natalie Veitzer, Dorothy Hess, Marilyn Skinner and Joy Schwartz.
Mitlon Katz was Best Man and Milton Mollick, Lennie Weiss, Bernie Asner and Jack Bein served as ushers.
A reception and buffet dinner was held at the Synagogue Center following the service. About 400 guests attended.
After a motor trip up North the couple will reside in Lexington, Mass., where Gerald is engaged in research work for the government.
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Cradle
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
Mr. and Mrs Neil Gruenberg announce the arrival of their second daughter, Sandra Lynn, born July 28th. She is welcomed by her sister, Eve Jacqueline, 3 ½ years old.
Paternal grandmother is Mrs. J. H. Gruenberg. Maternal grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Breslauer.
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Pioneer Women
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
The Pioneer Women, Negba Club, are having their regular meeting on Thursday, September 1st, 12 noon, at the Beth Jacob Center. There will be a non-profit luncheon.
Visitors will be welcomed.
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Hadassah Has “Parade of Projects” as Opening Event
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
“Parade of Projects,” an award winning program, will be presented at the opening luncheon of Hadassah on Wednesday, September 21st, 12 noon. Mrs. Gabriel Berg, project chairman, has made arrangements to bring to San Diego the same costumes that won wide acclaim at this year’s Southern Pacific Coast Regional Conference that was held in Pasadena.
The program is a staged production involving a narrator and the showing of scenes depicting Hadassah’s varied and important projects. The displays to be presented were those honored at the conference with special awards given by the Queen and the official judges who presided over the Pasadena Rose Parade.
Mrs. Edward Kitaen, membership chairman, will be the general chairman for this event and will play hostess to all new and prospective members who have not as yet joined. She would welcome a phone call to HO-9-138 (sic, number missing), advising of prospective members in order that she may personally invite them. Anyone who has recently arrived from another Hadassah chapter and wishes to join the local organization will find the San Diego chapter doors are wide open and a warm welcome awaits them.
This is the first meeting of the 1955-56 term at which time Mrs. Harry E. Felson, president, will call the meeting to order . Early reservations are suggested and may be obtained by calling Mrs. Al Slayen at HO 9-4434.
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City of Hope Jr. Aux
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
The City of Hope Jr. Auxiliary Membership Party will be held at the Mission Valley Country Club on Wed, Sept. 7 , 8 p.m., at the poolside.
A water ballet and comic act will highlight the evening. A guest speaker from the City of Hope Hospital will be here. Refreshments will be served . Husbands of prospective members are cordially invited.
Membership chairman Pearl Ruben is being assisted by Gertrude Moskowitz, Rene Schechter, Rosalie Reisman, Frances Reiner and Rose Okmin. President Sally Leiberman assures all of a wonderful evening.
Transportation problems and reservations are being handled by Rose Okmin, HO 6-7844.
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Classified
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
Young Married Man, aged 35, with station wagon –business experience—seeks good position. Phone CO-2-1292.
Wanted – Lady or single woman to share 3-room attractive apartment; North Park section near bus line. Call BE-9-7428.
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Calendar
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 2
6th – Tues, Noon –“Person to Person” – Council of Women Luncheon Meeting – Beth Israel
7th – Wed, 8 p.m. – City of Hope Jr. Aux. Membership Party –Mission Valley Country Club
8th –Thurs, 12:30 – City of Hope Membership Tea – Bard Home
11th–Sun, 2:30-5 p.m. –Open House—Nursery School of Jewish Community Center
12th—Mon—Golf Tournament – Lasker Lodge –Mission Valley Country Club.
14th – Wed. Noon – “Fellowship is Fashonable” –Lunch-Fashion Show – El Cortez Hotel.
21st—Wed. Lunch –“Parade of Progress” – Hadassah.
26th – Mon Eve—Yomaco—Yom Kippur Dance – Mission Valley Country Club.
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“South Pacific” at Balboa Bowl; Could be Starlight’s Greatest
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
“South Pacific” which opened an 11-night run in Balboa Park Bowl last night, at 8:30 promises to be the greatest stage attraction ever staged in San Diego. Advance reservations are even running ahead of last season’s record-breaking “Oklahoma!” which drew more than 40,000 to the bowl in 11 nights. However, the box office reports there are still good seats for all nights with particularly choice seats for the three extra nights, September 5, 6, and 7 for which no season reservations were accepted.
The cast, headed by John Powell and Jean Hermes, includes such other Star-Light favorites as: Maxine Edwards, Charlie Cannon, Earl Cantos, F. Allen Richardson and Bobby Finch. Making their bows as Polynesians are Irene Valencia, Jinx Palma and Stevie Granados. The singing and dancing company has also been picked with great care to do full justice to this fabulous Rodgers and Hammerstein hit.
Well known songs from the score include: “I’m Gonna Wash That Man Right Outa My Hair,” “A Cockeyed Optimist,” “I’m in Love with a Wonderful Guy,” “Younger than Springtime,” “There is Nothing Like a Dame” and Powell’s two big songs: “Some Enchanted Evening” and “This Nerly Was Mine.”
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L.A. Theater Goers In for Hit Treats
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
Now playing at the Carthya Circle Theatre is “Lunatics and Lovers,” first in a series of smash Broadway hits to be presented this summer at the theatre. Succeeding attractions will be “The Tender Trap,” “King of Hearts,” “The Desperate Hours” and “The Fifth Season.”
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(Jewish Press announcements)
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
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(New Telephone Company Assignment)
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
An added management assignment for Robert J. Hadden, Los Angeles, a vice president and director of Pacific Telephone, was announced today by the company’s president, Mark R. Sullivan, to be effective September 1.
Hadden will head the telephone company’s public relations activities for the five Pacific Coast states and will retain his present responsibilities involving matters of general policy and organization.
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Holmes Travelogue Opens Sept. 19th
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
There is still time to get tickets for the entire series of the famous Burton Holmes Travelogues. The first show is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 19 at 8:30 in Russ Auditorium. Robert Mallet will narrate this initial program which is entitled “The Grand Tour of Europe.”
Call the Palmer Box Office, 640 Broadway, BE 9-4700 for additional information and tickets.
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(Whadda Sandwich!)
Southwestern Jewish Press, September 2, 1955, Page 3
Phil Silvers saw a sign in the Kosher delicatessen window: “Sandwiches like mother used to make before she took up bridge and cigarettes.”
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