Tel Aviv Mayor tours House of Israel in San Diego
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Citizens redistricting commission sets the tune for musical chairs
By Gary Rotto SAN DIEGO — Imagine not only Hanukah and Christmas occurring on the same day, but also the NFL Draft Day and even the release of the FIFA Men’s World Cup draw all coinciding. For political wonks, that is equivalent of what happened recently. Every 10 years, all levels of government must realign
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San Diego CountyAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, June 29, 1956, Part 1
Compiled by San Diego Jewish World S.D. Hebrew Home Elects New Officers At Meeting Southwestern Jewish Press, June 29, 1956, Pages 1, 4 Maxwell Kaufman, publisher and editor of Southwest Jewish Press was elected to the Presidency of the San Diego Hebrew Home for the aged for the year 1956-67. Over 150 people were present
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryHonorees, dignitaries gather at Federation’s annual meeting
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)– The Jewish Federation of San Diego County held its Annual Meeting on June 16. More than just a “meeting,” the gathering was a celebration of Federation’s achievements over the past year and a tribute to the volunteers who made it happen. It also included an address by Jacob Dayan, consul general
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San Diego CalendarAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, June 15, 1956, Part 4
R to L, front row: Mrs. Al Slayen, Pres., Women’s League; William Schwartz, Pres., J.C.C.; Bill Starr, 1st Vice-Prtes, JCC; Sidney Rose, Chairman of Bldg. Comm.; Mrs. Victor Selten, co-chairmen of Bazaar with MNrs. Marvin Bobrof; Supervisor Frank Gibson. R to L,, rear row: Edward Breitbard, former Pres. J.C.C.; Architect George Lykos Compiled by
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryFair to say that magicians train at local b’nai mitvah
By Joel A. Moskowitz DEL MAR, California — Every day at the San Diego County Fair may be said to be a ‘magical day’ but especially when magicians are doing wonderous things can it be said, “Now that is truly magic!’ Saturday, June 25th, Fair goers will have the opportunity to be amazed by some of
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San Diego CountyAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, June 15, 1956, Part 3
Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff La Jolla Playhouse Announces Season Southwestern Jewish Press, June 15, 1956, Page 5 The La Jolla Playhouse opens its tenth season June 26 with the comedy, “Bus Stop.” Also planned are productions of the two Strindberg one-act masterpieces, “Miss Julie” and “The Stronger” and the musical comedy, “Pal
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, June 15, 1956, Part 2
Compiled by San Diego Jewish World staff As the Psychologist Sees You Southwestern Jewish Press, June 15, 1956, Page 3 By Irving R. Stone, Psychological Consultant Good in School, Bad At Home The bewildered expression on the faces of many parents is caused by the Dr. Jeckle-Mr. Hyde character of their offspring. Not tht the
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Adventures in SD History, Jewish HistoryAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, June 15, 1956, Part 1
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 HistorySeacrest Village celebrates modernized and expanded campus
ENCINITAS, California (Press Release) — Over 300 donors and supporters of Seacrest Village Retirement Communities visited The Leichtag Family Foundation Campus in Encinitas on Sunday, June 5, for a Dedication & Celebration of the newly expanded campus. The dedication marked the opening of the newest features to Seacrest Village Retirement Communities: Arthur & Sophie Brody
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San Diego CountyADL sponsors ‘Diversity Day’ at Children’s Museum
SAN DIEGO (Press Release)– The New Children’s Museum and the Anti-Defamation League invite children and families to “dig our differences” at Diversity Day on Sunday June 26, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m.. Offering free admission, the community is encouraged to celebrate the region’s diversity, including the many races, religions, national origins, genders, and sexual orientations that thrive
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San Diego CalendarHouse of Israel is rededicated with modernized interior
By Donald H. Harrison SAN DIEGO – The House of Israel’s membership on Sunday celebrated the Balboa Park institution’s transformation from what some had called an “embarrassment” to what City Councilman Todd Gloria described as the “best” of the national cottages that comprise the 75-year-old House of Pacific Relations. The House of
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Donald H. Harrison, San Diego CountyAdventures in San Diego Jewish History, May 25, 1956, Part 3
Compiled 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 HistoryMayor Sanders endorses Dumanis to be his replacement
SAN DIEGO (Press Release) — Mayor Jerry Sanders on Tuesday formally endorsed Bonnie Dumanis for the next Mayor of the City of San Diego saying she is “the best choice to make sure efforts to reform city government continue to move forward.” In a letter to supporters, Sanders cited Dumanis’s “proven leadership, chief executive experience and strength as
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