Bercowetz Family, 1980-2004
Scope and Contents
Folders contain an oral history transcription of Irving Bercowetz's interview by Judge Harry Kleinman in 1980, articles about the Copaco business and family involvement, a handwritten note, biographical material on Kalmon Bercowetz, and biographical material on Irving Bercowetz.
Dates
- Creation: 1980-2004
Access Restrictions
Open for research use.
Biographical / Historical
Kalmon Bercowetz immigrated from Russia in 1906 and founded a meat market. He moved to Bloomfield in 1909 and started a farm. He founded Copaco in 1933. Belle Cutler is the sister of Irving and the daughter of Kalmon. She was born in Bloomfield in 1912. Irving was born in 1916. Irving was also involved in agricultural education and innovation throughout his life.
Full Extent
From the File: 16 Linear Feet (2 filing cabinets)
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford Repository