Gaster, Berthold and Adele, 1975 - 2003
Scope and Contents
Numerous articles about Berthold's work with the Ledger. He developed it into a major paper, received numerous awards for his own writings, and spread the message of remembering the Holocaust. Folder also includes Adele's articles which were frequent publications in the Ledger.
Dates
- Creation: 1975 - 2003
Access Restrictions
Open for research use.
Biographical / Historical
Berthold was the editor of the Connecticut Jewish Ledger. He escaped from Europe being the start of World War II with his parents. Adele is an author of numerous articles published in the Ledger and also helped with the business aspect of things while her husband was still alive.
Full Extent
From the File: 16 Linear Feet (2 filing cabinets)
Language of Materials
From the Series: English
Container Summary
Transcription from two oral history interviews Brief abstract Newspaper articles written by Adele Photocopies of articles written by Adele Photocopy of newspaper article about the Gasters work Invitation to Adele's 70th birthday Article about the endowment of the Berthold Gaster Memorial Lecture Articles about topics of the Gaster Memorial Lecture Newspaper clippings related to Berthold's death Newspaper clipings about events honoring his legacy Short biography Letter inviting people to hear his interview Programs from speaking events Obituaries
Subject
- Gaster, Berthold, Editor of the Connecticut Jewish Ledger (Vienna) (1926-1992) -- History-Sources (Attributed name, Person)
Repository Details
Part of the Jewish Historical Society of Greater Hartford Repository