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Judaism

 Subject
Subject Source: Library of Congress Subject Headings

Found in 121 Collections and/or Records:

Max Cayton Religious Objects

 File
Identifier: B202
Abstract

May Cayton was the brother of Jacob Hayutin and was from Washington DC. The collection contains Jewish religious objects, Yarmulke, Tefillin bag, and Tefillin; and photographs from Max Cayton.

Dates: circa 1900-1989

Menorah, 1900-1909

 Item
Identifier: B371.02.0001.00001
Abstract

Seven branch brass candelabra (menorah) on octagonal base. Each corner of the base has a rams head with greenery between and a smaller octagon atop that features greenery decor as well. Base of candle holder has acanthus leaf design. Bits of melted wax in various colors have dripped onto the candelabra and the green velvet bottom covereing has become mostly detached. A small round white sticker on the base says "D N RADINSKY COLLECTIONS" and handwritten is "1 SCG" (?).

Dates: 1900-1909

Michael Saliman Papers and Religious Objects

 Collection
Identifier: B342
Abstract The Saliman family of Denver, Colorado dates back to Paul Michael (known as Michael) and Bessie Radetsky Saliman, both from Russia and born in 1852 and 1853, respectively. As did most Jewish families, Paul Michael and his wife Bessie Radetsky Saliman settled on the west side near Sloan's Lake in 1886. Michael pushed a cart through the alleys of Denver collecting rags and junk to re-sell, finally developing a business of collecting, cleaning and recycling milk bottles for local...
Dates: circa 1825-1980

Morris and Price Family Material Culture and Photographs

 Collection
Identifier: B351
Abstract

The Morris and Price families became connected with the marriage of Stanley A. Morris and Maylene Price. Both were Russian Jewish immigrant families with Yiddish and English speaking parents. Collection contains Russian candlesticks, religious items, medals, photographs, and scrapbooks related to the Morris and Price family from 1865 through 2012.

Dates: 1865-2012

Morris and Zelda Averch Family Passover Seder, 1932

 Item
Identifier: B063.05.0005.00025
Abstract

The Morris and Zelda Averch family celebrate the Passover Seder with their children and grandchildren, including members of the Kaminsky family. From left to right, Samuel Kaminsky, Estelle Kaminsky (Levitt), Anna Averch Kaminsky, Eleanor Kaminsky (Nasbarg), Zelda and Morris Averch, Stanley Averch, Dave and Verner Averch, Evelyn Averch, Eva Averch, Meyer Averch and Estelle Averch (Stine).

Dates: 1932

My Daily Thought, 1922

 Item
Identifier: B196.01.0001.0001.00002
Abstract

A pamphlet titled, "My Daily Thought," with words and music by Lipa Feingold. The pamphlet contians sheet music and a poem. The lyrics for the song are the first stanza of the poem. Published by The L.F. Music Publishing Co. - Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1922

Oral History Interview with Charlotte Stein and Family, 1998 March 26

 Item
Identifier: B098.01.0006.00156
Abstract

Covers the life of Irving Stein, born on November 9, 1909 in Poland. Graduated from NYU. Irving and Charlotte married and came to Denver after visiting Denver and really likening the city. Two daughters Susan and Judy. Irving was a realtor and then involved in National Jewish Family Services.

Dates: 1998 March 26

Oral History Interview with Tillie Flaks, 1978 July 25

 Item
Identifier: B098.01.0002.00035
Abstract Interview includes early life in Colorado, Jewish organizations, East High School, and her career as a court reporter.Tape 1, Side A Minute 0- Family history and migration Minute 68- Victor, Colorado days 1900-1912; nature of the Jewish community; Jewish-Gentile relations; the observances of Judaism, occupations of men, Jewish identification 209- Moving to Denver, residences, feelings about moving 243- Organizations: 245 BMH, 252 Hadassah, 331- Others Tape 2, Side B (begins at...
Dates: 1978 July 25

Oral History Interview with Wolfe Karsh, 1977 March 1

 Item
Identifier: B098.01.0001.00008
Abstract

Wolfe Karsh discusses his family's emigration from Poland to Denver, Colorado when he was three years old. He describes Jewish life in Denver in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including the Jewish religious community in the early 20th century. He talks about Shul Baer Milstein and the Hebrew Educational Alliance. He also discusses his interest in singing, his various jobs in Denver, his experience in the U.S. Navy, and his experience as a farmer and cattle rancher.

Dates: 1977 March 1

Photo in Front of United Hebrew Congregation, Cuba, April 2003

 Item
Identifier: B009.07.0098.00002
Abstract

Photograph of a group of people standing in an archway at the United Hebrew Congregation, Centro Macabed of Cuba, which was founded in 1906 and erected in 1910. Ed Koplin is kneeling in front of the other people.

Dates: April 2003