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Radetsky, Beth Ellen

 Person

Biography

Beth Radesky was born in Denver in 1949, the youngest daughter of James Bernard and Goldye Yeddis Radetsky. James Radestsky served as Colorado State Representative from 1944-1951. She created scrapbooks about her father.

Found in 5 Collections and/or Records:

James B. Radetsky Digital Papers

 Collection
Identifier: B416
Abstract James Bernard Radetsky was born January 18, 1913 in Denver and grew up in an Orthodox Jewish home. The family ran a grocery store on Colfax and lived behind the store. James delivered groceries and sold newspapers to help support his family. He graduated from North High School in 1929, just shy of turning 16. He received a full scholarship to the University of Denver and later graduated from Westminster Night Law School in 1941. James was elected to the Colorado House of Representatives from...
Dates: Coverage: 1913-1989

Jewish Contributions Scrapbook, 1943-1989

 Item
Identifier: B416.01.00004
Abstract

Scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky's numerous service and philanthropic endeavors in addition to the Jewish National Fund. James, along with three other community members, founded a Jewish Day School in Denver, Hillel Academy. He also served on the board of many Denver area organizations.

Dates: Coverage: 1943-1989

Jewish National Fund Scrapbook, 1943-1985

 Item
Identifier: B416.01.00002
Abstract

Scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky and the National Jewish Fund. James Radetsky founded the Jewish National Fund in Denver and served as chairman for 40 years. The Jewish National Fund is a non-profit organization founded in Switzerland in 1901 that supports Israel and its independence.

Dates: Coverage: 1943-1985

Legislature Scrapbook, 1944-1978

 Item
Identifier: B416.01.00003
Abstract

Scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky's time in the Colorado State Legislature. James was elected to the Colorado House of Representatives from Denver County in 1944 at age 31. He served 3 terms and was only the second person of Jewish faith elected to the Colorado House.

Dates: Coverage: 1944-1978

Personal Scrapbook, 1913-1989

 Item
Identifier: B416.01.00001
Abstract

Personal scrapbook containing ephemera relating to James Radetsky's personal life including his high school and college graduation, wedding photo, childhood photos.

Dates: Coverage: 1913-1989