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KBBRASKA STATE HISTORICAL SOCIETS Lincoln, Nebraska
17 1964
Vol. XI.II—No. ••id
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Yiddish Film This Sunday Mrs. Fred Brodkey will head the Women's D i v i s i o n of the ]9G4 Jewish Philanthropies Campaign in Omaha. The announcement was made this week by Arthur H. Goldstein, President of the Jewish Federation and Mrs. Harry Sidman, President of the Federation of J e w i s h Women's Clubs. Co-Chairman in 19G:t "The Philanthropies scene is not new to Mrs. Brodkey. She lias participated in its activities for many years, and served as co-chairman of the Women's group in 1903. Close association with past campaigns convinced her of the great and urgent needs in Omaha, the U n i t e d • Stales, and the world o v e r , which are met through the annual Philanthropies Campaign," Mr. Goldtsein stated. Mrs. Fred Brodkey has been active as a captain in Philan-
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a • Mrs. Fred Brodkey announces that the following women will serve with her as co-chairmen of the Women's Division of the I9G4 Jewish Philanthropies Campaign: Mrs. Ahe C. Fcllroan Mrs. Marlon Somberg Mrs. I/.adore Elewitz Mrs. Warren Zweiback Mrs. Calvin M. Newman Miss Dorothy Weiner Details will follow.
An Appeal to the Jewish Women of Omaha A mobilization a p p e a l for women volunteers was issued this week by Mrs. Fred Brodkey, Women's Division Chairman of the 1964 Jewish Philanthropies Campaign and her cochairmen, "In H)64, we look forward to a spirited and quick campaign. This is one opportunity for many women, representing all aspects of our community life, to join hands and heart in a labor of love for others,
and sustaining life throughout the world. "Those for whom we will he raising the funds—the sick, the oppressed, the refugees, the needy, the aged—and the many causes of maintaining Jewish life everywhere, depend on the women of our community—their devotion, their consecration, and their generosity. Their past record proves it." The letter and return volunteer card reads as follows:
thropies for some years. She was a past fund-raising chairman for the Hadassnh Medical organization and continues to take part in its activities. A member of Beth El Synagogue and T e m p l e Israel, she was chairman of the concert of Jewish music at Joslyn Art Museum honoring Cantor Aaron I. Edgar in J961. She is on the board of the Chamber Music Committee at Joslyn. a volunteer on the Clarkson Hospital Service League, on the ticket sales committee ol the Tuesday Musical and is past committee c h a i r m a n of the Omaha Symphony Youth Orchestra. Mrs. Brodkey, who with her husband, toured Israel in the spring of l!)lil, spoke of her deep feeling and interest in Philanthropies. "I know," she said, "that I (eel a deep sense of satisfaction in participating in such a worthwhile activity, especially, after having seen the needs of those in Israel as well as those on the home front." , "I feel," she added, "thai these are the people who are taking the brunt for us. We have the capacity and time and should help because we are on the fortunate side." Plans for the 19G4 Campaign will be disclosed shortly. • Dedication Js Praised Mrs. Sidman joined in complimenting Mrs. Brodkey for her ability and dedication in serving the community, "We are fortunate that Mrs. Brodkey will direct the women's efforts in our campaign. She is competent, experienced, devoted, and convinced of the great needs included in the all-in-one Jewish community campaign, the Jewish Philanthropies,".
Shafton Elected Boys' Club Head
The outstanding Yiddish film, "I Have Sinned," will be shown this Sunday evening at the Jewish Community Center, Joseph Radinowski, chairman of the series announced. The (i p.m. film, with sound in Yiddish and subtitles in English, was hailed by New York papers as being an excellent production with scenes of Jewish customs being of considerable interest. The film depicts the story of a Jewish daughter, Esther, who falls in love wi\h an army officer during the war. Admission to the.film is 50 cents for adilits with students and children being admitted free. *
Arrangements were completed this week, Max Crounse, of the local branch of the Workmen's Circle, said to bring to Omahans an evening of live Jewish theater Saturday, February 22. ' Four outstanding celebrities of the Yiddish stage and radio will be featured in the evening program to be presented in the Center's Auditorium. Mort Freeman, a baritone acclaimed by
Nogg, Dick Murllri, Louise Filbert anil Eunice Dcnen)>erg, luiown professionally as (lie Fourgonc Conclusions, and Mary I.cvine, Musical Director, working on the Center's Resident Theater production of the "Threepenny Opera." To have five performances the first week in March, the popular off-Broadway musical production by Ilrecht will feature a ticket campaign starting next week directed by Mrs. David Fredericks. Tickets for the performances can now be reserved in advance by calling the Center. audiences throughout the world; Minna Bern a folk singer of unusual distinction; Shtnuel Fisher, an Israeli comic who -is a master of mimicry and improvisations; and Renee Solomon, a distinguished concert pianist, will comprise the troupe. The program will feature humor, songs and sketches plus a musical playlet. •
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JKWISIt PHILANTHROPIES CAMPAIGN OF OMAHA, NKRKASKA Women's Division January 8, 1964 Dear Friend: At the turn of the new year, we invite you to become a Volunteer Woman for the 1964 Philanthropies Campaign. Mrs. John F. Kennedy, wife of the late President, saluted the Volunteer as the "Symbol of Self-Sacrifice, without whom money would not be raised and charities would be unable to function." Philanthropies again must provide the help, hope and refuge for thousands around the world. In hospitals and psychiatric clinics. - In camps and community centers. In training and rehabilitation centers. In family service and child care agencies. In religious education. Programs and homes for the aged. And, emigration is still a problem; Jews around the world are still on the move and are looking for peace and safety. We need your time, your energy, your compassion. Your signature on the enclosed card is an indication that you care. Please return it to us soon. THANK YOU, Mrs. Fred Brodkey, Chairman Mrs. Izadorc Elewitz Mrs. A. C. Follman Mrs. Calvin Newman Mrs. Marlon Somberg ..!••.': Mrs. Warren Zweiback Miss Dorothy Weiner Co-Chairmen Jewish Philanthropies, Women's Division Omaha, Nebraska Dear Chairmen: Yes, you may count on me as a Volunteer Woman in the Jewish Philanthropies Campaign... <• I do have a car at my disposal. > I do not have a car at my disposal. Name • Address. Phone
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Edward S h a f t o n has been elected to succeed-A. V. Soren- Children's Theatre to Start First Sunday in Febr. sen as president of the Boys' Girls and boys interested in acting and working with staging Clubs of Omaha and the production of plays will have an opportunity to develop Board of Govertheir talents and interests in a new Children's Theater Workshop to start the first Sunday in February. The children's group will nors. Mr. Sorenfeature Sunday or Friday rehearsals and will be under the supersen, w h o h a s vision of a well trained and experienced director. been president of Boys' Clubs of Two one-act plays are to be cast by the group and impromptu Omaha since its sketches will also be developed. Boys and girls interested in f o r m a t i o n in participating in the new activity are requested to call the Center 19C1, was elected so that they might be notified of rehearsals and tryout schedules. Chairman of the The Children's Theater Workshop rounds out the Center's Board. Other ofcomplete dramatic program which includes a Resident Theater ficers elected at for adults and a Suitcase Theater for junior and senior high the annual meet Shaflon • school students. i n g are A. W. Gordon, James L. Lipsey and F. E. Borchers, vice presidents; Crafts Workshop fro Start Feb. 2bfh A series of eight Sunday afternoon craft sessions for boys W. B. Millard, Treasurer; and and girls will be conducted at the Center starting Sunday, FebruWarren E. Buffett, Secretary. ary 2f>. A different craft project will be started and completed Mr, Shafton, an Omaha attoreach Sunday with a group being supervised by an experienced ney, has been active in chilcrafts instructor. dren's welfare programs in this community for many years. He Registration for the series, which will start at 2 p.m. and served 13 years as trustee and conclude at 4 p.m., will be in advance by phone call confirmation secretary of the Board of Trusas only a limited number of children will be accepted into the tees of Children's Memorial Hosprogram. pital, G years on the Board of A fee of five dollars is charged for the series to cover the the Hattie B. Munroe Home for cost of materials and instruction. Convalescent Children and 3 years as a member of the Board of Directors of the C. Louis Mey- New Classes to Be Conducted er Therapy Center for Children. The Center is now opening registration for a new series of Mr. Shafton served as presiclasses which include a course in dog obedience training for children and adults, a course in real estate principles and practices, dent of the Children's Medical a short course'in motion picture photography, painting for beCenter in Omaha during 1961 ginning as well as advanced students, and bvidge instruction. and 19G2. Also to be conducted is a course in boating and small boat mainIn accepting the presidency tenance, a Great Books Course for grade school children, a of the Boys' Clubs of Omaha, Speed Reading Course for junior and high school students, swimMr. Shafton said, "The Boys' ming classes, and a Camp Leadership Course. Club movement has been accepted most enthusiastically by Further particulars and information on new Center activities the good people in Omaha." are available by calling the Center. #
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