Program from a Hadassah Luncheon in 1948

I actually remember my Mother attending this donor luncheon of Hadassah at the (gasp) WALDORF! May be of interest to only a few, but it demonstrates how, even then, the Adath Israel sisterhood. was involved in helping the founders and settlers in Israel. This luncheon is quite important historically as:
On May 14, 1948, on the day in which the British Mandate over Palestine expired, the Jewish People's Council gathered at the Tel Aviv Museum, and approved a proclamation, declaring the establishment of the State of Israel...
Just 38 days following this luncheon.

KAUFMAN SIBLINGS and SPOUSES

Earlier this month we got together to celebrate Lorraine and Bob's 45th anniversary - Marvin and Barbara's 40th is coming up next week - Irv and I will celebrate our 34th in August.

a few pix from March 21, 1953

My Bar Mitzvah was held in Adath Israel on March 21, 1953... in 8 days that will make it 55 years ago to the day. I'm posting a few photos from that album, I hope they evoke pleasant memories...

WWII Ration Stamp Book

In my search for memorabilia to share, I came across this Ration book & a few different ration stamps. I note that a few say 'coffee'; a product that I know was in short supply. I can also remember how my Mom hated having to wear the available rayon stockings and how the phone would ring off the wall if one of the members of the Sisterhood found a stash of nylon stockings. The women would try to carpool there as gas was also severely rationed.

While not exclusive to Adath Israel. all the mail we sent was delivered using the penny postcard and the 3cent First Class stamp. I thought those with grandkids would enjoy showing them what mail used to cost.