Jewish Federation

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This file contains information on Fred and Regina Jacobs's experience in the Holocaust, including surviving Auschwitz. In addition, the articles discuss their dry cleaning business of 34 years.

This interview discusses Fred and Regina Jacobs and their experience coming to Hartford after surviving the Holocaust.

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This interview discusses the involvement of Ruth and Ron Jacobs in the Jewish community.

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This interview discusses the involvement of Ruth and Ron Jacobs in the Jewish community.

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This file contains information on various individuals, primarily in the form of articles.

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One 5.5x5.5 black and white photograph of Bernard Kaplan at desk, n.d.. 5x7 black and white photograph of Bernard Kaplan with glasses on desk, n.d.. Two Copies. One 3.5x5 black and white photograph of Bernard Kaplan in stripped suit, n.d.. One 5x6.5 black and white photograph of Bernard Kaplan young with narrow tie, 1965. One 3.5x4.5 color polaroid photograph Ziona and Bernard Kaplan in front of fireplace, December 7, 1978. 5x7 black and white photograph of Ziona Kaplan, n.d..

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Various news articles cover the activities of various Karps. Several focus on Max Karp and his participation in walks to benefit Israel into his 90s. Another is about Abraham Karp, a peddler whose horse won a competition. Also noted is Jules and Eleanor Karp for their work for Israel bonds.

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The obituaries cover two generations of the Kashmann family (Of J. Kashmann & Sons Meat Market). They briefly touch on their civic activities and employment. Of note, Doris served as a WAC in World War II.

Scope and Contents This file contains documentation of Irving Kessler’s career as Hartford Jewish Federation Director as well as his work for United Israel Appeal and other Jewish organizations. It also contains information about various JHSGH programs he participated in. 1975 Interview Subjects of the interview include: Parents coming from Gubernia (border between Poland and Russia), arrived in United States in their teens before World War I. Growing up...