Elsner, Lena, 1848-1929
Person
Biography
Joseph and Lena Zelinger were the parents of Lena Zelinger. Brunetta and Lena arrived in the United States in June of 1855. Joseph Zelinger was an early freighter in Denver. Lena married Dr. John Elsner in Denver, Colorado in 1867. Their daughter Rosalinde was born in 1867 and some 15 years later the Elsners adopted Edward, the youngest member of a theatrical troupe passing through Denver. Lena was active in Denver's Jewish and secular communities. Lena died in Denver on November 29, 1929.
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Tillye Levy interviewed about Lena (Mrs. John) Elsner, 1979 January 2
Item
Identifier: B098.01.0002.00042
Abstract
Tillye Levy being interviewed by Alby Segall about Lina (Mrs. John) Elsner.
Dates:
1979 January 2