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VOLUME LXXVI, NUMBER 40 THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1990 35t PER COPY 'Better Than Waiting on Tables' A Woman Of The World Today's Yiddish Theater

by Nahma Sandrow and she decided "it was better that her " American" career !en years ago, when she than waiting on tables," which kept making steady progress, was just another cute kid living is where so many show biz the spotlight on the Yiddish in New York and trying to careers start and end. Eleanor stage was coming to feel like a break into show business, began in the chorus, rose to comfortable place to stand. Eleanor Reissa answered a playing saucy soubrettes in All the same, last season, casting call in Backstage to other Yiddish productions, and when she got a phone call of­ audition for a place in the cho· several years later, when the fering her a starring role in the rus of a Yiddish show. She got star happened to leave her Yiddish musical "Songs of the part. Yiddish theater was show, she was ready to step Paradise," she groaned, "Oh not Broadway, but it was a job center stage. At the same time no, not again!" and made a rude face at the receiver. Still, she didn't turn it down. "Songs of Paradise," a frisky and irreverent retelling of Bible stories, newly adapted from Yiddish poetry with a cast of young actors and fresh refer· ences to salsa, reggae, and dis­ co, delighted the New York Times as well as the Yiddish Daily Forward. So did Eleanor. And this year finds her yet again belting out big numbers Lola Schafranik in a Yiddish revue, "Those by Michael Fink Were the Days." Special to the Herald In her bemused, affection­ Those of us who have taken tea with Lola Schafranik form a ate, edgy, ambivalent attitude small society. Now that Lola has left us we share our club with toward the Yiddish theater, anyone willing to read our words. Eleanor is typical of most Lola Jived in a very elegant retirement building in East American Yiddish actors of the Greenwich. She played the continental hostess in a salon that (Clockwise, beginning with top left): Rosaline Cerut, David younger generation. ("Young" held the tea things and tables she had somehow managed to Kener (middle), Avi Hoffman, Eleanor Reissa, Adrienne in today's Yiddish theater bring over from her own and her parents' places in their native Cooper. The cast of "Songs of Paradise," now at the Public/ means roughly 20 to 45 years Vienna. Shiva Theater. Photo Martha Swope. (continued on page 15) Compact and competent, she created her world in one room. The larger domain had cheated her of its spaces. A survivor of the iJl.fated ship the St. Louis, she had been turned back from Bar Mitzvah Made Easy with Computer America. She found wartime refuge in England. by Kathy Cohen facilitate the memorization of thing a cantor can, one advan­ Herta Hoffman, a founder of Self-Help, the R.I. organization Herald Assistant Editor the blessings. tage of the computer is that " it set up to receive German and Austrian Jewish refugees, drove me to meet Lola a few years ago. Lola had already reached her Teaching trop has been sim­ Two years ago, the couple can help the cantor with the in­ worked together with Shira's formation: such as teaching the nineties. She moved about on her carpets, charged with vigor plified through a new computer and stamina. I went back for a second rendezvous with a stu­ called Lev Software which. father, Cantor Shimon child to recognize Hebrew," Gewirtz, as well as other Israeli says Temple Torat Yisrael's dent named Becky Brenner, whose Polish Jewish parents had helps students learn the Torah survived the Holocaust. We taped Lola's account of her time in and Haftorah blessings in any cantors in order to merge a mu­ music teacher Stanley Freid· sical program Benjamin de­ man. Vienna. A neighborhood lad in a Hitler's Youth uniform had tempo within a twelve-key come by for tea and dessert. He was at a loss what to say or range. It also will transliterate signed, with a Hebrew com· The system is considerably puter language. They made it more advanced than listening ask, not ready yet to let go of his respectful image of the re­ the Hebrew into either English fined lady in the fashionable suite of parlors who baked typical adaptable to IBM personal to an audio recording of a can· or Russian. cookies and put them on exquisite china plates. Lola wore the The program was designed computers and Lev Software tor performing the blessings. was born. With the computer, the child classic Austrian Jewish image of pride, dignity, taste, and by Benjamin Levy and his wife, strength. singer Shira Levy, in order to While it doesn't do every- not only hears the pitches but can follow along with each After the interview, Lola walked us out to my car. Becky word as the computer takes the found her bearing a bit haughty. Her feisty faith in herself child through each trop at their appealed to me. Lola phoned me at home from time to time. I own voice range and at varied was honored to hear her voice. I saw in my mind the form of speeds as they sing along. Lola, straight but small, offering me her cheek in the bleak Temple Torat Yisrael will be parking lot at the old Post Road. the first school to implement Are we Jews permitted to believe that the dead eavesdrop the new computer program in on what we say or think about them? I want to address a word to Lola. "You lived a heroic life!" Lola liked to serve her tea to Rhode Island, and within the (continued from page 16) next few months, others throughout the country are ex­ pected to follow. The Levys began using the DUE TO THE OBSERVANCE OF marketing strategies of an American firm in Chicago to LABOR DAY, NEXT WEEK'S market their new development to individuals in the United States and Canada. They also RHODE ISLANDJEWISH HERALD advertised in the hlternationa/ Jerusalem Post . Eventually they WILL BE PUBLISHED ON Proud owners of Lev Software, Benjamin and Shira Levy pose took on their own marketing in with Temple Tout Yisrael Cantor Shimon Cewirlz, who America and abroad. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7. helped put the program together. (continued on page 16) Featured performers at the ness cuu1111u11ny ,., --··--··o Letter To The evening benefit include resources and money for com­ VISIL.11 l!::j r, .....,, =~~-· _ Editor composer, author and teacher munity and ecological con­ Boost Brown Kay Gardner, and singer, song­ cerns. In the past year since its Your issue of August 23 had writer and recording artist inception, Earthcalls has Brown University's Program ish students. We have mixed the usual interesting and ef­ Laura Berkson. Tickets are $ 10 presented workshops with Star­ in Judaic Studies will host sev­ faculty and a mixed s,udent ficiently reported column by and may be purchased at hawk, Luisah Teish, and eral visiting professors during body. Dorothea Snyder, this time Visions and Voices, 255 Harris Margot Adler. the next academic year, pro­ Visiting professors this year titled Seniors Mull Middle East Avenue, Providence (401) 273- Kay Gardner, composer, gram chairman Ernest Frerichs will include: Crisis. 9757. Tickets may also be ob­ master of the nute, trans­ announced last week. Joseph Dan, a professor of ka­ As a "senior citizen" oh boy, tained at the door or through formance artist, is at the fore­ Meanwhile, the program ballah at Hebrew University. do I hate this word, I am the Earthcalls Network (401) front of composers creating staff will be conducting a He will be teaching courses in almost or even clearly, at the 521-0767 o, (401) 782-8625. lyrical, improvisational, hol­ search for a professor to replace kabalistic study, Jewish mysti­ age where but for the grace of In addition to the concert, istic, entrancing and experi­ former co-chairman of the pro­ cism and messianism. Cod, I could, but am not at the there will be a workshop given mental music designed for gram, Jacob Neusner. Neusner Michael Stone, also of He­ facility we lovingly call "the by Kay Gardner on Sunday, meditation, relaxation and took early retirement in July. brew University will be teach­ Home." September 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. healing. According to Frerichs, there ing a course on Jewish sects I couldn't agree more with entitled "Sounding the Inner Laura Berkson is a sinjiter, is now somewhere between and sectarianism in the Roman songwriter, recording artist the good people interviewed Landscape: Music & Healing." " 300 to 400 programs, centers, era. and educator for whom music by Mrs. Snyder. In these times Participants will explore the institutes and committees of Barbara Geller Nathanson, of unprecedented crisis, the ways in which sound and is a medium for personal Jewish or Judaic studies," from the department of reli­ President goes electioneering music affect not only our ears, growth, community empower­ around the country. This is a gious studies at Wellesley Col­ for his party colleagues when but our entire bodies, minds ment, and world change. Laura substantial increase from the lege, will teach an introductory he should, of course, be with and psyches. The workshop has toured extensively through­ late 1920s when one professor­ course in Judaism as well as a the troops, our boys who had fee is $20. Space is limited. For out the United States and has ship existed at Columbia. course in the Holocaust. to leave the security of their more information on registra­ performed with Ronnie Gil­ The movement of Judaic Michael Stanislawski, an ex­ bert, Lucie Blue Tremblay, and homes to defend our country tion and location of the work­ studies out of the Yeshiva pert on Russian Jewish studies Connie Kaldor, among others. against the madness Of Adolf, shop call (401) 521-0767. world and into a non-ethnic, will be presenting a course on pardon me, Saddam Hussein. Earthcalls is an alternative Laura's songs renect themes of academic setting occurred for a Eastern European studies. So much for our priori­ resource network dedicated to peace, social justice, and the variety of reasons, Frerichs Sylvia Fishman, of Brandeis strength of the human spirit. ties . preserving the living body of says. He cites the abundance of University, will be teaching a Hans L. Heimann the earth. The network brings Her song "To Be Strong," an Jewish college students after class in the role of women in money, resources and public anthemic tribute to community World War II, and the realiza­ Judaism. Women Of Voice solidarity in the face of AIDS, awareness to socially and en­ tion by religious studies depart­ Herald staff report by John Chadwick is sung across the nation at Concert vironmentally concerned ments that they were not taking Elmgrove ORT healing services, rallies and Jewish studies seriously as an Earthcalls network in co­ groups. Earthcalls actively The Elmgrove <;hapter of chooses to unify spirit and gatherings. Laura's song academic discipline. operation with Visions and " Marie" has been recorded by Women's American ORT will politics, and pursues a three­ The program at Brown is Voices bookstore and the Sarah both Charlie King and Cathy be holding their first fund­ Doyle Women's Center pres­ fold path in its work: to organ­ multi-dimensional with con­ Winter. In addition to her per­ centrations in sociology and raiser of the year on Saturday, ents the First Annual Women ize and co-sponsor fund­ September 8 at 7 p.m. raising events, retreats and formance work, Laura teaches political science as well as his­ of Voice Concert on Saturday, songwriting in R.I. schools, A road rally ending with workshops related to the spirit, tory, Hebrew and textual study. September 15, at 7:30 p.m. in through the Arts in Education dinner at a mystery destination Brown University's Solomon the political and the creative; to "The Brown Program never program of the R.I. State Coun­ presumed that Judaic studies provides a fun-filled evening Hall. The concert is a benefit support grass roots organiza­ for all who attend. This has tions and events with funding, cil on the Arts. Laura is cur­ was a form of ethnic studies," for women with AIDS, rently celebrating the release of become an annual event. For (through the services of R.I. people power and publicity; Frerichs said. "We never pre­ her debut on compact disc. sumed that Judaic studies was more information call 723- Project AIDS.) and to network with the busi- 3216.

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L"Make check or money order payable to A.I. JEWISH HERALD ___ _J I Orthodox Shul Allows education in the congregation. uMen and women in the com­ munity are yeshiva graduates," Women Greater Role says Feld, "so we are starting by Harold M. Simansky morning and afternoon ser­ with a group of people who are The Jewish Advocate mons, as well as on special knowledgeable in religious BOSTON UTA) - Women occasions such as during the matters." reading the Torah, giving the all-night study session that Many of the women are also Saturday sermon and partici· accompanies the holiday of professionals, which makes pating in the Talmud class may Shavuot. them more will ing to take a not be news to most Reform These sermons are always leadership position in the con­ and Conservative synagogues, on religious issues and always gregation. "There is a strong but it certainly is a novelty in gender neutral, "with no dis­ tradition of women learning in the Orthodox community. tinction in the subject matter," our community," lsserow said. Nevertheless, that is exactly says Feld. lsserow explained that the what is taking place at the On the holiday of Simchat purpose of the congregation is Orthodox synagogue Shaarei­ Torah and at a Bat Mitzvah, not simply to increase the par­ Tefillah of Newton, Mass. there are special women's serv­ ticipation of women, but "to increase all participation." Above: The dedication of an ambulance donated by the late " In no other Orthodox syna­ ices where women read from Lola Schafranik. Left to right: Hershel Smith, Esther Grolnic, gogue I have ever been in­ the Torah. While men are free Feld concurred, saying that "our main goal is preserving as Molly Charter, Herta Hoffman, Ruth Alperin, May Alperin, volved with could women par­ to observe, and, as Isserow Bernard Bell. ticipate to the same extent," says, "shep nachas (experience fo rcefu ll y as we can the idea of says Rochelle lsserow, a mem­ joy)," they do not participate. men and women performing ber and frequent participant. lsserow, who was the first mitzvot. " Synagogue President Alan woman to give a Saturday To do this, Shaarei-Tefillah Feld is quick to point out, how­ morning sermon, sees the par­ has instituted democratic re· No gain.No pain. ever, that "women participate ticipation of women in the syn­ forms to allow all members of fully within the framework of agogue as a real benefit to the the congregation to participate Keeping your weight at a moderate level may scale Orthodox halacha," meaning whole community. equally. This has included one down your risk of heart attack. So maintain a healthy they do not lead services, nor "Our participation," she vote per person rather than per diet and lighten up on your heart. read from the Torah during the said, " provides credibility to family. What has resulted is an regular service. women as serious thinkers on executive committee that is As in all Orthodox congrega­ Torah." lsserow believes that gender blind and currently tions, men and women sit women's participation makes includes a woman vice presi­ separately during services, but them better role models, partic­ dent. during lectures and classes ularly to the young men of that Although the synagogue there is mixed seating. community. was formed only six years ago, Women's participation at Feld explains that women's it has gro~n considerably over Congregation Shaarei-Tefillah participation has been success­ that time and now includes 90 has included giving Shabbat ful because of the high level of families. · Iii Lippitt To Speak At Providence VAmerican Heart Association Hebrew Day School Fred Lippitt, an independent poration and Judiciary Com­ Correctlon1/Cl1rtfication1 candidate for mayor of Provi­ mittees. In a business profile that ap­ dence, will hold an open house Lippitt has served the people peared in the Herald's Women Thomas W. Pearlman on Monday, September 3, from directly, by getting involved in and Business issue on June 21 , 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Provi­ community organizations. He a representative from Dia­ cordially in vites you dence Hebrew Day School, 450 is active as Director of the Boys monds by the Sammartino Sis­ to meer Elmgrove Avenue. Coffee and and Girls Club of Providence ters was inaccurately quoted as refreshments will be served. and a member of the College saying that the sisters' children Fred Lippitt For further information, con­ Hill and Mount Hope neighbor­ were "under their skins." The tact Thomas W. Pearlman at hood associations. Fred is an quote should have read that the Independent Candidate 726-6200. advocate for minority and children, who are often with Fred Lippitt was born in women's issues. He is the their parents at work, were for Washington, D.C. on Decem· Chairman of the Board of " under (their) skirts." The Her­ ber 29, 1916. He graduated Regents for Elementary and ald regrets the error. Mayor of Providence from Yale University in 1939 Secondary Education, former In last week's education sup­ and enlisted in the U.S. Infan­ Chairman of the Minority Busi­ plement, a photograph of two Monday, September 3, 1990 try as a Private in 1941. ness Enterprise Commission, students from the Providence Lippitt is a World War II and an adviser to the Women's Hebrew Day School, which 3:00- 5:00 p.m. combat veteran and National Political Caucus. Fred is a Trus­ was submitted by the Rhode Is­ Providence Hebrew Day School Guard member. He received a tee of the Fogarty Foundation land Jewish Historical Associa­ Purple Heart and Bronze Star for the Mentally Retarded and tion, should have been credited 450 Elmgrove Avenue while serving with the 91st a Director of the R.I. 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The planet as a whole - The world is facing its first nuclear arsenals and the nu­ from the brink by creating a by Saddam Hussein as external which is being poisoned by the post-Cold War crisis. clear wast~ dumps that can new context that appeals too-swift over-use of oil, and For The Shalom Center, this hostages and surrogate West­ destroy us in swift fire or ooz­ enough to legitimate values on erners; Iraqis who have no needs to measure out doses poses some crucial issues. ing poison. all sides that no one wants to that will not destroy us in the For the past year, we have voice in their own government. Oil is dangerous because the choose war? 2. To provide the people of process of ''development." been exploring Jewish ap­ promgate burning of oil and Jewish tradition, of course, 4. To strengthen the post­ proaches to the world after the Kuwait with the opportunity to gasoline contributes most to teaches that choosing life and choose their own government Cold War renewal of the UN. Cold War. We have been ask­ the carbon-dioxide build-up pursuing peace are paramount This means that the U.S. should ing, what can Jewish tradition -freely. that is heating up our planet, values. That does not mean that the not be fi ring first and consult­ and historical experience con­ and because the spills of oil Jewish tradition also teaches ing the UN afterward, should tribute to moving from the U.S. or the UN should reim­ and other petrochemicals are that no human being fully pose on Kuwait its pre-crisis not be projecting itself as the Cold War toward One Earth? poisoning our ground water "owns" land or other resources. world's policeman and thus What practical visions fl ow autocratic ruling family, any and our oceans. Thus the Torah requires that more than it means Iraq should focusing suspicion and anger from the Jewish past into the Oil is at the same time our the produce from the "comers" on itself and its dose allies world's future? And what ac­ impose its own dictatorship. lifeblood and our heroin. of a family field be reserved for (including Israel) but should be tions can the Jewish commun­ 3. To encourage the oil-rich What single action would the poor and the fo reigner. countries of the Gulf to share seeking real UN decisions for ity take to make those practical most weaken the power of Iraq And Jewish tradition and visions into realities? the "comers" of their "oil real UN forces. or any other oil state to plunge history teach that peoples fields. " To treat their oil not as This may be slower, but the So the present Iraq/Kuwait/ the world into crisis? should be free to govern them­ cost of acting in too great haste Oil crisis raises for us a serious the property of a few incredi­ Using less oil. selves. bly rich fam ilies but as the is repenting at too great length. test: If we apply Jewish values What single action would Applying these standards, In this case, if the U.S. govern­ and tradition, what should be shared resources of four con­ most reduce the danger of dis­ the U.S. should be trying: ment acts too hastily it may the goals of U.S. policy? centric circles: astrous global warming? 1. To prevent outright war expose others who are more First - the crisis is obvious­ a. Their own country - so Using less oil. that would kill many people on that Kuwaiti oil belongs to the vulnerable - its own and oth­ ly rooted in issues of oil and What single action would all sides and d isrupt the world er citizens in Iraq, Israelis cities, economics. Jewish tradition people of Kuwa it, Saudi oil to most reduce the power of giant economy. the people of Saudi Arabia; helpless Iraqis - to reprisal? cares deeply about parnosseh, global corporations to control It is easy for governments on b. The Arab world - so that that over-haSty leaders Wm not the making of an honorable our economy and our political all sides to proclaim shrilly that Kuwaiti or Saudi oil income is suffer in their own flesh . livelihood. But intimately con­ life? a "way of life" is at stake and partly shared with the desper­ nected with parnosseh is the Using less oil. fo rget that for many people it is ately poor of Egypt; Waskow is director of The Sha­ protection of the earth from We are facing even more ur­ literally life itself that is at lom Cen ter, a network of North "over-work." That has been c. The human race through­ gent questions: threats to life stake. Lost legs, mangled geni­ out the world - so that Ku ­ American Jews concerned with almost forgotten in this crisis. and freedom, the danger that tals, collapsed lungs, death - waiti oil income goes in part to moving from the Cold War to one Oil is crucial to modem in ­ hasty action by anyone - our these are what not only soldiers development projects in Africa, earth . Its headqua rters are in dustrial economies. side or theirs - might plunge of many nations face, but also Asia, and Latin America and to Philadelphia. It is also the second most wide areas of the Middle East, many civilians: Westerners dane-erous substance on the meeting the needs of Japan, including Israel, into devastat- held captive by Iraq; possible Europe, America;

and our sages' Divine inspira­ that (you are certain) cannot " He who has knowledge noWers ... and I want to take Read My Lips tion that we can study works possibly be heard, because it spares his words. Even a fool, this opportunity to tell you of Talk is cheap. At least it used written by our sages over one will ultimately be heard." when he holds his peace, is the great love and affection to be. That is, until the poten­ thousand years ago and still In the book Ethics from Sinai, counted wise; and he who that my father-in -law, the tially expensive discussion find lessons that apply to our (pub. 1964), Rabbi Irving shuts his lips is esteemed a (previous) Rebbe, possessed over the last few months about lives in the '90's, even the Bunim, writes: man of understanding." (Prov­ towards all Jewish boys and " Read my lips, no new taxes." political climate of this "Do not say something that erbs 17:2 7-28). On these girls, young and old - but It is nothing less than amaz­ moment. In Ethics of the (you are certain) cannot possi­ insightful words, the great especially towards the you ng. ing and most certainly a Fathers, the great sage Hillel bly be heeded." Feeling sure commenta tor Rashi writes, " If The Rebbe was concerned demonstration of the Torah's said, " Do not say something that people will not reall y pay silence is good for a wise per­ about their education and their son, how much more so fo r a well-being wherever they fool. " were, and in every boy and girl I I Ethics of the Fathe rs contains he saw a sapling that would more wisdom concerning sil ­ one day grow to be a beautiful RHODE ISLAND JEWISH ence. "A fence fo r wisdom is fruit tree with delicious frui ts. silence." The chasidic Rebbe, However, this growth all HERALD lzel of Slonim, cautioned, "Sil ­ depends on whether the boy or ence is definitely a fence fo r girl wants it and-works for it - (USPS464-760) PubllshedEve,yWeel

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Face Tough Challenges WASHINGTON OTA) - As a more conservative opponent Akaka for the remaining four fall approaches, many in the in the GOP primary. Schuette years of Matsunaga's term, American Jewish community is expected to make the liberal because she is considered ener­ w ill be paying closer attention Levin's opposition to the death getic and popular. to coming elections for penalty a major issue in the Harkin, a member of the Congress, with an eye on the campaign. Senate Appropriation subcom­ Senate in particular. Pell, of Rhode Island, who mittee on foreign operations Although the Democrats ti.~.~ served 30 years in the running for his second term, is control the Senate by a rela­ Senate, is believed to be the another senator with a 100 per­ tively wide 55-45 margin, most vulnerable incumbent cent record on Israel. His Republicans see an opportun­ senator. His opponent is Rep. Republican opponent, Rep. ity to win control of the Claudine Schneider, who, like Thomas Tauke, has a poor cbamber, because never before Pell, has a good record of sup­ record on Israel. have so many Democratic in­ port for Israel and close ties The race is a traditional con­ cumbents been vulnerable. with the Rhode Island Jewish test between a liberal and a By happenstance, the Demo­ community. conservative, with Harkin cratic incumbents believed to Pell's chairmanship of the favoring abortion and Tauke be facing the toughest reelec­ Senate Foreign Relations Com­ opposed. BLESSING FOR THE PRESIDENT - Rabbi David B. Kahane tion challenges are among the mittee may not be a point in his McConnell, of Kentucky, has (right), spiritual leader of SuUon Place Synagogue in Man­ strongest supporters of Israel. favor, since by tradition voters strongly supported Israel as a hattan, greets President George Bush after delivering the One Republican incumbent, concerned with domestic issues member of the Senate Foreign benediction at the "New York Salutes President George Bush Sen. Mitch McConnell of Ken­ have defeated long-term sena­ Relations Committee. But Ken­ Dinner" at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel. In his benediction, tucky, is also considered vul­ tors after they became chair­ tucky is traditionally a Demo­ Rabbi Kahane hailed the President as the "towering leader of nerable, and he, too, is a strong men of the committee. cratic state. When McConnell the free world." suporter of Israel. Examples during Pell's Sen­ was elected to the Senate six The 1,500-member Sutton Place Synagogue sponsors the The vulnerable Democrats ate career include J. William years ago, it was the first time a annual Jewish Town Hall forum, at which Rabbi Kahane are Sens. Claiborne Pell of Fulbright (D-Ark.), Frank Republican had won a state­ interviews leading American political and cultural figures. Rhode Island, chairman of the Church (D-Idaho) and Charles wide office since 1968. This year's guests were Simon Wiesenthal, Leon Uris and Senate Foreign Relations Percy(R-111.). His Democratic opponent is Larry King. Committee; Paul Simon of Il­ Schneider is one of three Jefferson County Judge Harvey linois; Tom Harkin of Iowa; Republican congresswomen Sloane, who is well-financed Reform Jewish Leader Tells Daniel Akaka of Hawaii; and whom the Republican National and known in Kentucky since Carl Levin of Michigan. Committee is placing its hopes he has run twice unsuccess­ Interfaith Meeting Children Should Levin is one of two Jewish on in its uphill effort to win fully for governor. senators up for re-election this control of the Senate. While there always can be Not Be Used In Hostilities, War year. There are a total of eight The other two are Rep. Lynn surprises, strong supporters of Jews in the Senate, five Demo­ Martin, who is challenging Israel who are expected to win PRINCETON, N.J. - An ducted into their armed forces. crats and three Republicans. Simon in Illinois, and Rep. Pat easily include: Max Baucus international meeting of re­ Mrs. Levitt, who is also a Sen. Rudy Boschwitz Saiki, who is running against (D-Mont.), Joseph Biden (D­ ligious leaders on the plight of trustee of the Union of Ameri­ (R-Minn.), the other Jewish Akaka in Hawaii. Del.), Bill Bradley (D·N.J.), Dan children heard a dramatic can Hebrew Congregations, senator whose term expires Martin has a mixed record Coats (R-lnd.), William Cohen appeal last week by a leader of added: "In many lands, young this year, is expected to have on Israel since, like many (R-Maine), Albert Gore (D­ Reform Judaism calling for a innocent lives are destroyed by little trouble getting elected to conservatives, she does not Tenn.), Phil Gramm (R-Texas), halt to the participation of chil­ war before they begin to flower. a third term, even though his support foreign aid. Howell Heflin (O-Ala.), John dren in military action. Many others are warped and Democratic opponent will not Simon has a 100 percent Kerry (D-Mass.), Sam Nunn In an obvious reference to crippled by the tragedy of bear­ be selected until the September record on Israel going back to (D-Ga.), Larry Pressler (R­ the role of Palestinian children ing arms. 11 Minnesota primary. his days in the House of Rep­ S.D.), David Pryor (D·Ark.), in the intifada, Norma Levitt of "They are trained to murder Two potentially strong op­ resentatives. He won his Sen­ Jay Rockefeller (D-W.Va.) and New York, honorary vice presi­ at an early age, their hearts ponents, former Vice President ate seat six years ago by Ted Stevens (R-Alaska). dent of the World Union for hardened to the sacred value of Walter Mondale and Hubert defeating Percy, who was the The Jewish community is Progressive Judaism, told a ple­ life, at an age when they should Humphrey Ill, son of the late main target of pro-Israel sup­ also particulary interested in nary session of the three-day be safe at home, learning to former vice president, decided porters that year. two races in which the incum­ conference at the Princeton read and write. It is the respon­ not to challenge Boschwitz. In Hawaii, both Akaka and bents are expected to be re­ Theological Seminary: sibility of all religions to bend But Levin, a member of the Saiki are considered solid elected to their fourth terms in " Every adult, on whatever all efforts and all prayers to Armed Services Committee friends of Israel. Akaka, a the Senate. side of any conflict in the world help create a world at peace," who is also seeking a third member of the House since One is in North Carolina, today, should be unalterably Mrs. Levitt said. "Only thus do term, is expected to be in a 1977, was named to the Senate where Sen. Jesse Helms, the opposed to the use of children we fu lfill our convenant and close race, as was the case in earlier this year after the death arch-conservative Republican, in hostilities and war." Muslim the bonding of the genera­ both of his earlier campaigns. of Sen. Spark Matsunaga, a is being challenged for re-elec­ religious leaders from Saudi tions." His Republican opponent, pro-Israel Democrat. tion to his fourth term by a Arabia, Pakistan and Yugo­ Rep. Bill Schuette, who has a Saiki, who represents Hono­ black Democrat, Harvey slavia were in the audience. Mrs. Levitt is an international good record on Israel, defeated lulu, is given a chance to defeat Gantt. She cited a provision in the president of the World Confer­ Six years ago, Jews were United Nations Convention on ence on Religion and Peace almost solidly in opposition to the Rights of the Child, adopted (WCRP), which organized and There's a secret Helms, who had an anti-Israel last year, calling on countries sponsored the three-day parley to affordable luxury, and reputation. "to ensure that persons who in cooperation with UNICEF, But after winning re-elec­ have not attained the age of 15 the United Nations Children's tion, Helms, while still against years do not take a direct part Fund. Some 150 leaders of a • (continued on page 14) in hostilities'" and are not in- dozen Eastern and Western faiths in 40 countries on every continent took part in the F~ LAST MINUTE three-day meeting. Why Rabbi Graetz ~ n~~ Left Argentina is all you need to know. At another session of the ·m~~~--WEEKEND WCRP meeting, Rabbi Roberto With selections from Graetz of Rio de Janeiro spoke previous collections of of his years as a rabbi in the most extravagant COOKOUT SUPPLIES Buenos Aires, and his hesitan­ designer sportswear cy in granting parents permis­ and accessories from We carry everything you need sion to recite Kaddish for their for the Holiday Weekend! missing children, kidnapped F.SCADA laurel CRISCA by government forces during Party Supplies, Decorative Disposables the right-wing regime in Ar­ NOW UPTO Table Covers • Napkins • Plates • Cups • Utensils, etc.. gentina in the late I 970's. 65% 8ELOW In one case, he recalled, he REGULAR RETA! L found enough "hard evidence" PRICES. 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night clubs - they feel coming ,ingles Entrepreneur Steven Greenstein to a Jewish·type thing is where all the nerdy people go. When it comes to reaching need for better programs and " We're trying to get away ut to Jewish singles, individ­ plans, he began researching the from the false stigma." al organizers like Steven L. singles market. " I definitely felt Although UJS is only three reenstein, of Brookline, are there was room for more activ· months old, Greenstein said he !ing seen as increasingly more ity out there." has seen nearly seven couples 1ccessful than conventional Other events in the near fu · pair off and develop a relation· ganizations such as syna- ture include a party at Fanueil ship. " It really is a nice feeling 1gues and communal agen­ Hall and a trip to a Boston Red doing what I'm doing and ts. Sox game. There are no mem­ knowing it's for the good of the :;reenstein, 34, recently put bership fees, no obligations and Jewish community. , marketing background to he has divided the participants Some UJS events coming up irk by creating "United Jew- into two major age groups 25 to in the near future include: Singles," an organization 39 and 40 and over. Monday, September 4: A trip to ich promotes a variety of Asked about the type of peo· Fenway Park for a Red Sox ints and engagements for pie who are participating, he game, ages 25 to 39. Included is ;le Jewish people. responds: " I wouldn't say ev­ a full dinner at Haims Deli at le has already attempted to erybody is a lawyer or a doctor, 5:30 p.m. and roundtrip trans­ ance UJS from other singles that's what everyone wants to portation to the game. Jps by featuring more than Steven Greenstein hear. There are professional Sunday, September 9: Ages usual rented barroom dances, but we try other things versity of Massachusetts at people who come and there are 40 + " 2nd Sunday of Septem· ces. He has developed a as well." Amherst and has worked in blue-collar people who come as ber Party" at the Days Inn at ·n-to-earth, affordable se­ His kick-off event this sum- marketing for a number of high well, I would say that probably 399 Grove Street, Newton (exit of events which, besides mer was a "Barbecue and tech engineering firms. His in­ there are more professional 22 off Route 128.) :es, includes sports, out- Sports Day." He rented a park terest in the world of Jewish people." Sunday, September 16. " Bust parties and comedy and organized softball, basket- singles was sparked after going One early problem has been A Gut" Party at Boston's ts. "There's a lot of people ball and volleyball games for through a divorce. " I had mar· a lack of participating men. newest comedy dub, Duck don't like dances," Green­ the whole day. One hundred ried my high school sweetheart Says Greenstein: " Guys are a Soup. Ages 25 to 39. said last week. "They feel people showed up. and had never really experi· lot less willing to try new For more infonnation on tened and they feel un­ Greenstein, a native of Mil· enced the whole world of adult things; typically men feel they United Jewish Singles, call ortable. We have our ton, Mass., attended the Uni- dating," he said. Realizing the should go out and cruise the (617) 232-4085. ma Vep" A Paragon of Parody------r-.,-.-n,-.-,.-T-he-y-.,-. -m-.-,-,.-..- .-,-M-. ,-u-nu_c_k_b_y-Ju_d_;,-h-Sw-;r,-, w-ho

y Dorothea Snyder dialect, voice changes, inflec- chairs the University of Rhode tions, body movement and Island's Theatre Department. ,t's that? A portrait of attitude. Jeff Modereger's set, Tom Alley over a mantel " Irma Vep" could never be Sturge's lighting, and Sandor h a barrage of grotesque carried off without the sleight- Margolin's sound waves mar­ perched on columns by of·hand agility of dressers velously mirror the mood of ·arched entrances? Jennifer Bacon·Blaine, Ron Mandacrest manorial haven. not her, it's a sure look· Glow, Rusty Riegelman, Dante Modereger's set in The Valley iell, anyway, that dark· Sciarra, and Gerard P. Vogt. of Bibal-EI-Molook not only eyebrow·raised phys· Winner of both the Obie and depicts Egyptian drawings and y is an oil-painted Drama Desk awards, " Irma hieroglyphics, but could it be f the late Irma Vep star­ Vep" was named by Time that Walt Disney and the Big to the audience as the opens at Theatre·By­ Magazine as one of the plays of· (continued on page 14) 1,984. It is skillfully directed at 's production, "The of Irma Vep." ·s something eerie a .. busts of bats, maca- The Dick Shore Combo ~ For your listening and dancing pleasure. 1. music, and an assort· characters under the • Weddings • Bar/Bat Mitzvahs • Anniv~rsane.s • Parties Jf an English manor, • Solo Piano (can bring keyboard)· V1olln/P1ano Duo est. The buxomy For mlormat1on call (508) 673·8477 1e Twisden, still loyal 1rmer Mrs. Vep, is a the servant we'd like BOSTON'S NEWEST AND MOST EXCITING ORGANIZATION FOR JEWISH PROFESSIONALS e least, Mrs. Danvers, ut of the pages of Du UNITED JEWISH SINGLES Rebecca. presents :eption party to this "2nd SUNOAY of SEPTEMBER PARTY.. f;1ge 40+1 of formidable at the DAYS INN • Newton, MA hasn't ended. (399 Grove Sl., Ex,1 22 off Rl. 128) 8:00 pm he sly Nicodemus d, the falsetto thes· "BUST A GUT PARTY" al DUCK SOUP (ages 25-391 of Lady Enid, for~ Comedy Club • 246 Tremont Street, Boston s now wife of titled (nexl to Wang Center) 8:45 pm 1me Lord Edgar Hill· ~xpedition to Egypt e guide Alcazar and Princess Pev Amri, ~:~~ a long and FALL stery of Irma Vep," :harles Ludlam, is a :omic spoof of Vic· FASHION and famous hor· :luding a bona fide FOCUS nd a vampire or Our designer shoes and handbags have arrived .. n is founder and tor of The Ridicu· at remarkably low prices' ical Company in Always 40-50% OFF retail. here " Irma Vep" October, 1984. Many new designers have been added to our fall c of Matunuck's collection (which of course we can't mention). 1ction is the quick· ry engineered by 23 Dexter St. Pawtucket, RI who transform 728-2840 1ctors into seven u oughout three

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Beth-El New Member Open House Women's Association Of The Jewish Home For the third consecutive the showing of the outstanding The opening meeting of the sity of Maryland. Early on she year, the Membership Com­ 135th Anniversary Film pre­ Women's Association of the spent 6 months in Israel on a mittee of Temple Beth-El will miered last May at the Tem­ Jewish Home for the Aged of kibbutz. She has worked in host an Open House for pro­ ple's 135th Gala. Rhode Island will take place Detroit, Michigan, where she spective Temple members on Child care will be provided. Wednesday, September 5, in founded the Michigan Jewish Sunday morning, September In addition, guest passes for the Martin Chase Auditorium. Network, a statewide network 16 beginning at 10 a.m. The High Holy Day services will be Dessert will be served at 12:30 coordinating more than 20 program will be hosted by Pat distributed at the close of the p.m. The meeting will begin at Jewish communities. She was Cohen, former Temple Vice Open House to those individu­ 1:ISp.m. also responsible for expanding President, and Mark Patinkin, als who have never attended Stephanie Gurwitz, director their Black/Jewish relations, a member of the Temple's High Holy Day services at of the Community Relations establishing a program on Board of Trustees. Temple Beth-EL Council, will speak on " Know understanding Arab neighbors The agenda will include a Temple Beth-El is the largest the Issues! Make Your Vote and helped establish a Jewish delicious brunch, courtesy of Reform Synagogue in Rhode Count in November." Food Bank. the Temple's Brotherhood, Island and the oldest congrega­ Miss Gurwitz is the first full­ Much of her work here has information provided by Rab­ tion in the city of Providence. time director of the Com- been on local advocacy and munity Relations Council since Stephanie Gurwitz bis Gutterman and Helbraun, For more information about legislation. The Community a n introduction to the Reli­ the Open House, call Executive s he came to R.I. in 1986. Her her Master of Arts degree in Relations Council works gious School by Director of Director Rob Goldberg at 331- work deals with intergroup Modem Jewish History from closely with elected officials at all levels. Education Lisa Goldstein and 6070. relations, Israel, Domestic Af- • the Baltimore Hebrew Uni­ fiirs, and International Jewry. versity, a certificate from the Program Chairwoman for The leadership development Baltimore Institute of Commu­ the meeting is Muriel Leach. program she created has been nal Service, and a Master of Hospitality is in the charge of used as a model nationally. Social Work concentrating in Anita Solomon. BERNARD J. BERSTEIN, M.D. She is a native of Baltimore, administration and community Co-Presidents are Edith Bern­ proudly announces his Maryland, where she earned organization from the Univer- stein and Tildji Kessler. new associate two in elementary school, JASON A, BERSTEIN, M.D. Temple Am David Temple Am David offers a Comprehensive Obstetrics and Gynecology Temple Am David will be with family holiday programs transition program: Mechina. MICROSURGERY INFERTILITY LASER SURGERY conducting the congregation's and junior Congregation on The Mechina program meets .on Sunday morning and on Tola I Health Care For Women annual Open House-Religious Shabbat and Festivals are inte­ School Registration on Sunday, gral components of the reli­ Thursday afternoon using a Hours by Appointmenl 608 Woonasquatuckel Avenue September 16, 1990, from 10 gious school. curriculum that begins to intro­ (401) 231-9360 North Providence, RI 029 11 a.m.-12 noon at the Temple, 40 For children aged four, five, duce Hebrew language skills, Gardiner St., Warwick 02888. and six, the Eunice Zeidman prayers for holidays and Jewish As a conservative Temple affil­ Sunday School program intro­ culture through song, dance, iated with the United Syna­ duces the concepts of holidays arts, and stories. gogue of America, the Am and traditions and Bible stories Children who are either in LORI E.U, HERMAN, M,D., f,A,A,D, David Religious School pro­ through arts and crafts, drama, special education in elemen­ gram sponsors a six-hour per music, games and stories. This tary school or initially enrolling week program for students in program meets weekly on Sun­ in the program after elemen­ proudly announces the opening elementary school grades 3 day morning at the Temple tary school grade three, will be provided with individualized of her offices through 7. This curriculum from IO a.m. to noon. Monthly, focuses on the subjects of Holi­ exciting Shabbat pre-school support as needed in consulta­ for days and Traditions, Bible programs offer enrichment and tion with the Bureau of Jewish study, Prayer, Hebrew lan­ introduction to ritual obser­ Education. guage skills and history. Music, vances. Students who have com­ DERMATOLOGY drama, arts and crafts alone: For children entering grade pleted the Am David Religious & School program attend the · Harry Elkin Midrasha. Am DERMATOLOGIC SURGERY David teenagers voluntarily frequent Cantor Dress' Hug MARTY'S T'fillah, a workshop in ritual sclerotherapy KOSHER MEAT MARKET leadership. collagen injection Temple Am David is a part­ ski n surgery 467-8903 88', Rolfe St., Cranston ner in the Extension school that holds midweek classes in War­ tunable dye laser Beef Patties ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ' 2.19 lb. wick at the Cedar Hill School. skin ca ncer screening Congregational membership is Chicken Legs,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,99' lb. not required for fam ilies with for adults and children students in the religious school Turkeys ,.,.,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,99' lb. preparatory programs. Mem­ bership is required for families 266 Wayland Avenue 827 North Main Street Veal Roast ,.,.,,,,,,,,,,,.,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, 14,90 lb. of students in public school Providence, R.L 02906 Providence, R.I. 02904 grades 3-7. Go See Marty For further information con­ (401) 331-3130 tact Cantor Steven W. Dress, f or more Labor Day Cookout Specials! Temple Am David Religious School Director, at i~.~.}944. THE RHODE ISLAND JEWISH HERALD, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1990 - 7 City Nights Presents San Francisco Sends Aids-Consciousness To Israel "Chicago" by Winston Pickett AIDS," he said, "but statistical­ out of funds for distribution. the Names Project-Israel Tour. City Nights Dinner Theatre Northern California ly one person in every 1,000 is " It's extremely unfortunate," Earlier this year, Kent and announces opening of its sev­ Jewish Bulletin estimated to be infected with said the 31 -year-old Tel Aviv other members of the tour's enth season with the musical SAN FRANCISCO UTA) - the AIDS virus. That's 5,000 resident, "because Israel is one organizing committee gave a comedy "Chicago." It runs all When San Francisco native walking time bombs.'' of the most well-read, informa­ private showing of several Friday and Saturday evenings Danny Kent immigrated to Add to that a climate in tion-hungry countries in the panels from the huge tapestry, September 7 through Septem­ Israel in 1988, he knew his which "most Israelis think world. What's needed is some­ which is embroidered with ber 30 with Thursday evenings fight to bring AIDS awareness AIDS is a Diaspora disease you thing to raise the average Is­ items of personal clothing and September 20 and 27, Sunday to the public would be difficult can't get if you have sex with a raeli's AIDS-consciousness.'' other memorabilia of friends or matinees September 16, 23 and - and he was right. law-abiding person"; where In an ambitious effort taking relatives who died of AIDS. 30 and a Sunday 6:00 p.m. Kent knew, for example, that there is only one anonymous place in San Francisco and Tel "We showed it to teen-agers, early dinner show on Septem­ most Israelis, like their Ameri­ test site in the country; and Aviv, groups of local and Israeli doctors, lay people, Arabs and be, 23. can counterparts, do not want where a governmental report supporters are seeking to raise Jews alike, and everyone got The show is staged and di­ to face how easily the disease is revealed that 43 percent of Is­ more than $30,000 to bring the message - that the disease rected by Ernest J. f./Jedeiros. transmitted. He also knew raeli 17-year-olds have en­ sections of the 11 ,000-panel, is a killer and can infect any­ Musical direction is by G. AIDS education in Israel lags gaged in sexual activity. There­ 13-ton, hand-sewn memorial one," said Kent. Frank Meekins. far behind that of the United in lie the makings of a potential quilt to the Jewish state later In San Francisco, former The show takes place in the States. crisis, said Kent. this year. Names Project educational Roaring 20's "a time when late In a country that seems to be In some cases, he said, even "Wherever the quilt has outreach coordinator and tour nights, loud music and leggy reeling almost daily from some attempts to publicize how eas­ gone, it has proven to be a committee member Nancy women were the passwords to national or international politi­ ily AIDS is passed among powerful, mass means of help­ Katz reported that the effort, the Windy City. It was an era cal crisis, AIDS just isn't a na­ heterosexual and homosexual ing people get through the bar­ which has raised $ 10,000 so of flamboyant youth and nap­ tional priority. populations alike have been riers of ignorance and stereo­ far, has the backing of the pers, gangsters and ~in, hi­ That is especially so, said thwarted by fiscal constraints. typing about the disease," said American Jewish Congress and jinks and hilarity. Kent, because only a narrow Last year, for example, the Kent, who is a member of the the Union of American He­ City Nights is located in the segment of the population is Ministry of Education and Cul­ Israel AIDS Task Force and the brew Congregations. center of downtown Pawtucket deemed to be at risk. ture commissioned a 46-page San Francisco-based Friends of at 27 Exchange Street, next to " Some 90 Israelis are known booklet on AIDS prevention the Pawtucket Tim es Building to have full-blown cases of for high schools, only to run with easy access from Route 95 YMCA Has Openings by exit 29 (at the end of the exit "Treasures In Your Attic: Old And Rare In Child Care ramp turn south onto Broad­ Programs way, then at the next traffic Books" - Topic To Be Discussed Suppon light, turn right onto Exchange At Newport Library The YMCA Parent Child St. The theatre is at the inter­ Center's two child-care pro­ research. section of Broad and Exchange Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of grams, Kid's World, for pre­ on the left). the nationally known Brattle schoolers, and School's Out, Reservations are also being Book Shop in Boston, will for school-aged children, have taken for "Steel Magnolias" speak at 7 p.m., Monday, Sep­ openings for Fall 1990. '*-'\.American Heart running October 12 through tember 10, at the Newport Kid's World, a state licensed Assoc1a11on November 4. Tickets to City Public Library, 300 Spring facility, is a year round child­ V Nights are by reservation only. Street, Newport, R.I. care program for 3-5 year olds. For reservations or other in­ Mr. Gloss's talk is entitled, The program includes a variety formation, call the Box Office "Treasures in Your Attic: Old of fun learning activities to 723-6060. and Rare Books." " New En­ develop a young child's social, gland homes are treasure intellectual and physical troves for old and rare books skills. that have increased in value School's Out, a school age over the years," says Gloss, Kenneth Gloss, proprietor of (6-12) program, is held at Mar­ "and we're inviting those at­ Brattle Book Shop. tin Luther King. Transportation tending to bring any volumes is provided from various city they want to know about to the esting books, ma'gazines and schools. The program is availa- · lecture for a ,free verbal ap­ ephemera from the store's pri­ ble from school dismissal until praisal." vate collection, such as a 1912 5:45 p.m. The Brattle Book Shop is the World Series scorecard and Kid's World children and successor to America's oldest examples of old Life Magazines. School's Out children have an continuously operating anti­ . (He owns the complete set!) opportunity for swim lessons quarian book store. Kenneth Following the lecture and once a week in the YMCA's Gloss succeeded his late father, question-and-answer session heated pool taught by certified George Gloss, a well-known Gloss will give free verbal ap­ instructors. figure both in Boston and in praisals of those books and Some financial aid is availa­ national antiquarian circles. items that people bring with ble for these programs. To Kenneth Gloss had worked them or will do so at anytime register and find out more in the store since childhood at his 9 West Street emporium about both these programs, and elected to go into the book in Boston. stop by the YMCA Parent business rather than pursue a For further information, Child Center at 438 Hope doctorate in chemistry. He please call Ms. Pat LaRose at Street in Providence, or call the became the sole proprietor (401) 847-8756. Yat 521-0155. upon his fa ther's death several years ago. " I found that books were in my blood and that I would never be really happy if I abandoned the business." Kenneth Gloss is a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers Association of America, the New England Antiquarian Booksellers Association, the Bostonian Society and the Massachusetts and Rhode White Is the per1ecl colo1 lor k_itchens. lt's br1?hl, clean and Island Antiquarian Booksellers. lruly versatile. That's why Kiaf1Ma1d oilers a choice of 11 d1!1e,. He serves as a member of the ent door styles m white. as well as over 65 convenience lealures advisory board of the U.S.S. c lothing with on such as pantries. lazy-susans. wme racks and ,au.out shelves Constitution Museum and is a Builders Kilchen Cabinel Company has the full Kraf!Ma1d member of the advisory com­ attitude .. line. and right now we're offering a gift thal makes them even mittee of the Boston Public not an age more au,ac1Ive. In add 11 1on to our low dtscoun!ed prices, we'll give you your choice ol a FREE dishwasher or mIc1owave oven Library. with a $3.000 white cab1ne1o rde,. Recently Kenneth Gloss was So come In1O our showroom today and check out our presented with an award by **** model kilchens. Gel the leel ol a roll·Oul shell. D1scove1 the The Historic Neighborhoods preteen/junior convenience ol an appliance ga,age. And take advantage of Foundation for making a party dresses our special olfer on while KrallMaid cab1nets. ll's ror a hmtted defin itive contribution to the time only, so stop by soon. design and social heritage of 212 sumner street Boston. newton centre The Brattle Book Shop is (617) 964-4363 also proud to have been a con­ M-S I 0:00-5:30 tributor to the WGBH Annual Auction each and every year Eve nings by that the station has held its ap pointment. ' fund drive. Featuring: funky sportswear. blazers. novelty Crans1on 467·3250, Pawtucket 722·2988. N Dartmoultl 508·996 3511 Gloss will bring to the lec­ jea ns. sweaters. skirt se!s, socks a nd accessories. IICati IOI duechons ture several examples of inter- 8 - THE RHODE ISLAND JEWISH HERALD, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1990 The Sadwin Businesses - A Woonsocket Legacy by Eleanor F. Horvitz Rhode Island Jewish English, reflecting the large Historical Association French population in Woon­ A few specials for Saturday, socket. October 13, are advertised at Louis E. Sadwin first settled Sadwin's Dry Goods and in Woonsocket around 1910. Gents' Furnishing Store lo­ He came directly to Woon­ cated at 139 South Main St. in socket from Lithuania, spon­ Woonsocket. There are Ladies' sored by his sister. A back­ boot silk hose in grey and navy packer for a few years, he at 29q a pair, children's flanel­ eventually opened a dry goods ette sleeping garments at 35¢ and clothing store around each, and Ladies' Japanese silk 1915. He married Edythe Fin­ quilted vests at a mere $1.15 stein of Fall River shortly after per vest. Before you start rush­ moving into his first store. ing off to take advantage of They had five sons and one these bargains, you should be daughter. Dan Sadwin, his sec­ advised that these sale items ond son, noted in his informa­ appeared in an advertisement tion on his family that all placed in the Woonsocket Call the sons had served in World dated October 12, 1917. Warll. The advertisement pertained In the early 1920's Louis to merchandise in the second Sadwin left the retail business store owned by Louis E. Sad­ to become a handkerchief win. The front of his first, but manufacturer. This handker­ smaller store, located just a few chief business became the doors down from the second Sadwin Curtain Manufacturing store, may be seen in the ac­ Company, Inc. which is pres­ companying photograph. Mr. ently operated by his grand­ Sadwin is standing in front of son, Lawrence 8. Sadwin, son 1932. This later became a very run by the Sadwin family are Historical Association is grate­ his store with an unidentified of his third son, Sherwood. successful home decorating among many operated by the ful to Dan Sadwin for the pho­ man. He is the man who is hat­ Mrs. Louis E. Sadwin, it is store, well known throughout Jewish merchants of Woon­ tograph and information on less. Note the advertising on interesting to note, entered the the area as Sadwin's Inc., ac­ socket who contributed so the Sadwin family. the window of the store is in retail business by opening a cording to her son, Dan. much to that city's prosperity. two languages, French and small retail curtain shop in The successful businesses The Rhode Island Jewish Arts Council Announces October First Grant Deadline------Individual artists and non­ must take place between progress. Professional En­ from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. at the 001 0; Providence Public Li­ profit organizations can take December 1. 1990 through hancement grants are intended Council's offices. The session brary/ Main Branch, 455-8000; advantage of a potential fund­ June 30, 1991. to expand and enhance an will offer complete and timely Newport Art Museum, 847- ing source by applying for a Individual artists residing in artist's work and career information on the application 0 179; Woonsocket/ Harris Pub­ variety of grants from the Rhode Island are eligible 10 centered on an impending out­ process for both individuals lic Library, 769-9044; and Rhode Island State Council on apply for Artist Projects and of-state travel opportunity. and organizations. Artists and RISCA Offices, 277-3880. the Arts by October 1, 1990. Professional Enhancement Folk Arts Apprenticeships seek organizations with specific Organizations can qualify Grants as well as Folk Arts to preserve traditional artistic questions about the procedure for grants in the areas of arts Apprenticeships. The Artist schools within a particular cul­ can schedule an appointment Fall Southeastern programming, education, or­ Projects category enables tural heritage by sharing knowl­ at the workshop. New England Home ganizational development and artists to create new work edge of a genre between an Guidelines to all RISCA access initiatives. Arts activities and/or complete a work in accomplished master and a Grant Programs can be ob­ Show dedicated apprentice. tained at the following loca­ The fi rst-ever fa ll event in All prospective applicants tions: South County Center for Providence goes a step beyond Dorothea Snyder's " Around are encouraged to attend a spe­ the Arts Annex, 782-1018; the traditional home show, and cial grants workshop schedule Kingston Free Library, 783- offers consumers the products Town" Will Be Back Next Week for Monday, September I 0 8254; Warwick Museum, 737- and information they need to get ready for "indoor" season. Special features include the daily "how-to" demonstrations presented by Douglas Lumber and "Stroll Through The Park" an outdoor garden display within the Civic Center. KNOW SOMEONE Furnishings, decorating, insulation, heating, tools for the home, and more. Show hours are: Wednes­ GETTING MARRIED? day, September 12, 4-10 p.m.; Thursday, September 13, 1-10 p.m.; Friday, September 14, 1-10 p.m.; Saturday, Septem­ ber 15, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; and Tell us their name and address and we' ll send them a Sunday, September 16, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. one~year complimentary subscription to the Regular adult admission is $6.00, $2.00 for children 6- I 2, Rhode Island Jewish Herald. free for children under 6. Box office closes one hour before show closes daily. Discount ------I coupons available at Rhode Couple's Name I Island and nearby Massachu­ I setts Stop & Shop Super­ markets. For more information Address ------I call 1-800-525·7585 or (617) I 536-8152. ------Zip ----- I I Wedding Date ------I I Your Name ------I I Address ------I I ------Zip----- I I T his offer good only for neu1 subscribers . I Mail this coupon to: I Rhode Island Jewish Herald I P.O. Box 6063 Rhode Island Jewish I Providence, RI 02940 = HERALD: * THE RHODE ISLAND JEWISH HERALD, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, I 990 11 Goldman Opens Law Cranston Senior Guild Practice in Rhode Island The Cranston Senior Guild October 30, 31, November 1 January 15, 1991 - Departure will hold its first meeting of the - Beacon Resort Hotel, Lincoln, for o~r special holiday winter fall season on Wednesday, Sep­ N.H. Three days, two nights. vacation at the Marco Polo tember 5, at Temple Torat Leisure tour. If you enjoyed Hotel in sunny Florida. It's Yisrael, 330 Park Avenue, yourselves last year (and want never too early to plan!! Come Cranston at 12:30 p.m. Come to go again) or you missed hear all about it!! You've tried early and meet with the offi­ going, here's your chance!! the rest - now go with the best!! cers and board members. Only a few more spaces re­ Chairman, Hy Jacobson at 274- 9586. Rabbi H. Scott White of main. Call Ida Waled at 861- Temple Am David, Warwick, 2784. Deadline is September We will also discuss plans will be our guest speaker. 30. for the Nevele Country Club in With our successful and November 11 (Sunday mat­ the beautiful Catskill Mount­ delightful summer behind us, inee) - Show " Hollywood After ains. Leonard and Louise we set our sights on our plans Dark" with buffet lunch at Lyons will once again chair this for fall and winter. These Tremont House, Boston, Mass. delightful trip. Circle the dates include: Call chairperson Dorothy F. June 16 to June 21, 1991. Call September 26 -" Fiddler on Fox at 272-2767. them at 438-2634. the Roof" at the North Shore December 12 - Annual Cha­ Refreshme nts and social Music Theatre with a buffet nukah party at Venus de Milo, hour will follow the meeting!! lunch at Augustine's. Seating is Swansea, Mass. Helen Forman Be sure to attend this and all still available. Call now! Janet once again chairs this out­ other meetings. A good time Richman is chairperson, 461- standing day. Call her at 521- and place to meet old friends 7108. Last call - September 0455. and make new ones!! JS. Congregation Dhawe Shalom------day, Wednesday and Friday The Young Israel of Paw­ Sabbath Meal. Ma-ariv will be 6:50 a.m.; Sunday 7:45 p.m. tucket will have services this at 8 p.m. Havdalah will be at Evening services during the Friday evening at 7:10 p.m. 8:l0p.m. coming week will be 7 p.m. Shabbat morning services are Sunday morning services when possible. at 9 a.m . followed by a kid­ will be at 7:45 a.m. Monday, Feel free to call us about our dush . Saturday afternoon the Labor Day, services will be at 8 inexpensive rates to join this Rabbi will discuss the laws of a.m . On Tuesday, September 5, Attorney Howard S. Goldman vibrant congregation. The Rosh Hashanah beginning at we will resume our winter number is 724-3552. PROVIDENCE - Howard Reserve Bank. 6:15 p.m. Mincha will be at 7 schedule. Monday and Thurs­ S. Goldman, a Boston attorney Having graduated from p.m . followed by the Third day morning 6:40 a.m.; Tues- and Cranston native, announces Cornell University and Boston ALBRIGHT the opening of his Rhode University School of Law with DRIVING SCHOOL Island legal practice at 361 honors, he is a member of the Beth Shalom To Hold Meet The Rabbi Picnic South Main St., Suite 1225, in Rhode Island and Massachu­ On Sunday, September 9, fireplaces #4 and #5 at Colt Providence. He was recently setts Bar Associations. He is Congregation Beth Shalom­ State Park in Bristol. R.I. The admitted to practice in the Fed­ actively involved in the busi­ Sons of Zion will be holding its picnic will begin at 10 a.m. eral District Court of Rhode ness, real estate and litigation annual picnic. The whole Jew­ with Glatt Kosher hot dogs, Island, in addition to state law sections of the Boston and ish community is invited to hamburgers and vegiburgers courts. Massachusetts Bars. come out and meet the new available for purchase at noon. "Your local in.urnctor i:'i hw Attorney Goldman concen­ The son of Arnold and Rabbi, Chaim Marder and his Attendees are encouraged to min111es away." Selma Goldman of Cranston, trates in business litigation, wife, Susan. bring sports equipment. 274-0520 real estate matters, corporate Attorney Goldman married The picnic will be ~e\d at counselling, personal injury, Amy Tayer of Brookline on PAID POLITICAL ADVERTISEMENT -PAIOPOLITICALAOVERTISEMENT and estate planning. August 5. She is a sales man­ Goldman initiated his own ager with the Four Seasons law practice in 1988 as part of Hotel in Boston. Attorney an association of attorneys, at Goldman welcomes inquiries 50 Congress St., Boston, after regarding the nature of his WHO FOR MAYOR? having worked for two down­ practice and clients' legals town Boston law firms. He also needs. For more information, No matter who is elected as the next Mayor, Providence needs a has previous experience with call (401) 942-4668 o, (617) The Securities and Exchange 227-0768. strong, active City Council. Bob Walsh, currently an Assistant Vice Commission and the Federal President at Fleet National Bank, has the financial background Open House at Temple Emanu-EI necessary to oversee a budget approaching $250 million. A Director Temple Emanu-el welcomes Holyday arts & crafts and a of Volunteers in Providence Schools and the Lippitt Hill Tutorial all new and prospective mem­ treasure hunt. before that, he understands the pressing needs of our educational bers to our annual Open House Temple Emanu-el, a Conser­ on Sunday, September 16, vative synagogue, is a center system. And in his service as Field Director of Scott Wolf's from 9:30 to 11 :30 a.m. The for Jewish study, worship, 1988 Congressional campaign, Bob Walsh has proven his political mornings activities will include social action and celebration. a light breakfast and tours of Located in Providence at the independence and commitment to ethics in government. He has the the facilities. comer of Sessions Street and ability to work with a good mayor, and the courage to stand up to a The many organizations Morris Avenue, we look for­ within the Temple community ward to seeing you at the Open bad one. Please give him a chance to put his energy, commitment, will have representatives on House. For further informa­ and ideals to work for you. hand to discuss the year-round tion, please call the Temple calendar of programs. For the officeat331-1616. children, there will be Hig~ Please Vote September 11 for BOB WALSH

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Paid for and Authorized by F'rwnds or Uob Walsh llcrm1rd V. lluonanno, Jr. Treasurer 12 -THE RHODE ISLAND JEWISH HERALD, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1990 Milestones======Oressler-Fownes Noah Temkin Salk - Pianin Receives Award Noah Temkin of North Providence, R.I. , was recently honored in St. Petersburg, Fla., at the national convention of Alpha Epsilon Pi fraternity with the presentation of the A. Edward Scherer Outstanding Advisor Award for that chapter advisor whose work has been outstanding and above and beyond the call of duty. Mr. Temkin is the chapter advisor at the University of Rhode Island. Mr. Temkin is the former president of the Providence Alumni Club of Alpha Epsilon Pi , former president of the Hebrew Free Loan Association, former president of the Jewish Community Center of Rh ode Island, former president of the Rhode Island Chapter of the International Association of Health Underwriters, former president of the Bridge Club of Rhode Island and remains active on many board of direc­ The marriage of Jodi Lynn Dressler to Ian Douglas Fownes tors in the Rhode Island com­ took place July 29 at Quidnessett Country Club. munity. Beth Dressler, sister of the bride, was maid of honor. Brides­ Mr. Temkin is president of maids were Ca rol Fownes, sister of the groom, and Robyn Health Underwriters, Inc. and Lifshultz. is general agent for Massachu­ Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Salk, Bradford, Mass., announce the Charles Dressler, brother of the bride, was best man . Ronald setts Casualty In surance engagement of their daughter, Ronni Susan Salk, to Jerrold Mark Company. Pianin of Arlington, Mass., son of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Pianin of Schwartz was an usher. West Hartford , Conn. Jodi is the daughter of Max and Rona Dressler of Warwick, R.I. Ms. Salk graduated cum laude from the University of Mas­ and Palm Beach, Florida. Silverman sachusetts, Amherst, with a B.S. in Human Nutrition and re­ Ian is the son of Jean and Douglas Fownes of Tipton, England. Graduates ceived her M.S. in Nutrition Communications from Boston Uni­ Jodi is the granddaughter of Mollie Snyder of Pompano Beach, Susan D. Silverman, daugh­ versity, Sargent College. She is a registered dietitian for the Evans Florida. ter of Gerald and Joan Silver­ Medical Group, Boston, Mass. Ian is the grandson of Sarah Fownes of Wittenbach, England, man of New London, Conn., Her fiance received a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rens­ and Caroline Thorpe of Tipton, England. _ _ and granddaughter of Max selaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, N.Y. He is an engineer at Bolt, The bride graduated magna cum laude from Boston University Silverman and the late Esther Beranek and Newman, Cambridge, Mass. and is a teacher in Wrentham, Mass. Shlionsky Silverman, grad­ Ms. Salk is the granddaughter of Reuben Salk and the late The groom graduated from Portsmouth Poly Tech and Bulmer­ uated with a Master's Degree Stella Salk of Providence. she College of Higher Education, Reading, England. in Social Services from Smith An October wedding is planned. The couple will reside in Warwick. College in North Hampton, Mass., on Saturday, August 18. Pickars Celebrate 50th JEWISH DATING SERVICE Bardfield-Oickens Personal Service at its Best Dorothy R. Bardfield of West Call Bernice 508-998-1233 Warwick, and Joseph Dickens "Love Is A Must In August" of Warwick are pleased to an­ nounce their marriage on August 23, 1990. The cere­ mony was performed by Rabbi David B. Rosen in his study at MASSAGE THERAPY Temple Tora! Yisrael in Cranston, R.I. After a trip to Washington, Home Visits 1978 from The New York Lace D.C. the couple will reside in On Saturday, August 25 , fSylvia (Lester) and Irving Store, formerly located in Practice Limited t.o Women West Warwick, R.I. Pickar celebrated 50 years of Pawtucket, with over 40 years MARY DARBY Ringers marriage. They have resided at of service. Announce Birth 95 Sterling Street in Pawtucket Their children held a sur­ (401) 831-6264 for 37 years, and have been prise fiftieth anniversary party Mr. and Mrs. Yoram Ringer residents of Pawtucket for over for them on Friday, August 24, UcTIISt·rl Massagl' ThPn1pisl of 23 Elmway St., Providence, 40 years. They have three chil­ at The Ramada Inn in Seekonk, Co•rtifi1•d Musrular Tlwrai-,ist announce the birth of their dren: Michael. Barry and Massachusetts. daughter, Talia Lily, on July 31, Myles; and three grandchil­ Flamers 1990. dren: Lisa, Rachel, and Tara. Maternal grandparents are and Tara. Announce Birth Morton Kosch and the late Irving retired at age 72 in Marc and Lori F1amer of Lillian Kosch of Portsmouth. 1986 from P.H. Ross&: Sons, Lake Worth, F1a . happily an­ Paternal grandparents are Mr. formerly located in Providence, nounce the arrival of Kyle and Mrs. Pinhas Ringer of after almost 30 years of service Joseph on June 22. Kyle is the Ashkelon, Israel. as a salesman Sylvia retired in brother of Ryan Scott. Paternal grandparents are Quality Health Care At Home Kayla and Howard F1amer of THE FRUITWORKS Pawtucket. Maternal grandpar­ Oxygen • Patient Supplies ents are Mr. and Mrs. Russell Hospital Beds• Wheelchairs• Walk Aids =~~gM%. ~~~~id ~~.u~g~rtMoJ Bath Safety Equipment• Ostomy Supplies Waterford, Wisc. 24 Hour Emergency Service Support 666FallCY Baskets & Produce research. 751-6257 79 Burlington St. (Off Hope St.) Providence, A.I. 380 Warwick Ave. Warwick, RI Frutt Baaketa s.nt Natfonwfde 781-2166 Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. ',,,,,,,,, , . ... '"' '"" " " ' """""" """" ,,,, .. ,, J... - , .:..,,.:.., .-..- ..- .-,,..;,,-,,-.-..- ,,..;,.~.:.a,.,;,;.;.,:.;,,..;,,;___,_._...,...... , "'. THE RHODE ISLAND JEWISH HERALD, THURSDAY, AUGUST 30, 1990 13 v Season At JCCRI Alexander Muss What 8,8,G, Means To Me Registration hat time of year again to Cadette Girl Scouts will be High School in Israel by Elizabeth Blitz r for Fall Classes which held on Thursday, September 6 It 's business as usual for the Ov~r the pas~ y~ar .a~d a half, I have had the most rewarding he week of September 9 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Jew­ 1 iewish Community Cen­ ish Community Center of ~~~::m~eis:es~~gnh ofS~~:~le;~ ;;":;e;~~ Je!fs~ !~~;ieB!~~::sa~~e~ 0 ~=:~e ~~~~~ Rhode Island, 401 Elm- Rhode Island, 401 Elmgrove Israel. AMHSI has maintained mys~lf as a young Jewish wom~n. I have learned many valua­ 1\venue in Providence. Avenue in Providence. Girls its current enrollment for its ble lifelong lessons about Jewish stereotypes, anti-Semitism, .stration in the Main ages 9-14 can take advantage September and November ses- and Jewish customs and traditions. I have also made the clos­ : Wednesday, September of the opportunity to learn sion and plans to operate its est frien.ds that I have ever had, through regional events and n noon to 7 p.m. (full skills while working on regularly scheduled eight- conventions. ers only). Thursday, achievement badges. Weekly week program during those The diversity of B.B.G. and B.B.Y.O. is what makes it stand nber 6 from 8:30 a.m. to meetings include leadership months. The school just com- out ~s orposed to other Jewish young groups. In B.B.G., every­ ,. (full and supporting development, games, songs pleted its second largest sum- one is different, and everyone is special in their own way, yet ,ers). and projects. Camping week­ mer session in its 18-year his~ they all share a common bond. In B.B.G., I have learned to feel ,I Registration: If register­ ends, special interest outings tory, by sending 238 students proud of my heritage and I wear my B.B.G. pin with pride. At r mail, it is suggested that and community service high­ on the program. The Septem- events people are outgoing and want to meet you and this be mailed prior to Sep­ light the program. Fee of ber session leaves for Israel on makes for a very comfortable atmosphere. B.B.G. has given me September 9 J 990 more than I would have ever dreamed possible. B.B.G. means i r S. $26.50 includes $4 national more registration details, dues, $7.50 R.I. Council Parent Several p~rents · have called the world to me and I wouldn't trade it for anything! For Me, ct Vivan Weisman, Assis­ Partnership Contribution and AM HSI to check if the program B.B.G. is a means of escape from a public school life, where I as !.xecutive Director at 86 1- $15 troop dues. Regular meet­ has been postponed. The Ad - a Jew am a minority, into a world where I am given so many ings will be held weekly on ministration of the program is chances and opportunities. These are just a few of the many ior/Cadetle Girl Scouts Thursdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. confident that the students' reasons why I am so committed to B.B.G .! ~istration for Junior/ in the Scout Den. safety will not be in jeopardy. Elizabeth Blitz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Blitz has been Unless a travel advisory is a member of B'nai B'rith Girls for three years. issued by the State Department ::; To Sponsor Candidates Night discouraging travel to Isra el, men! of Soviet and Iranian of birth, Social Security num­ AMHSI plans to remain open Jews through the ORT Techni­ ber, address, and signature. n opportunity to become present are for the offices of and send students to Israel cal Institutes in New York and DEA identification ca rds may 1ainted with political U.S. Senate, U.S. House Dis­ throughout the gulf crisis. Los Angeles. We also promote NOT be used for free transpor­ iidates and issues prior to tricts I and 2, Governor, Lt. equal rights for women and tation on RIPT A buses. A $2 September primary, "Can­ Governor, Mayor of Provi­ ORT Membership provide our members with donation per ID ca rd is re­ ttes Night for the Primary" dence, R.I. Senate Districts 2 Tea opportunities to learn skills quested. be featured on Wednes­ and 3 and Providence Council a_nd develop leadership quali­ State la w requires financial ' September 5 from 6:30-8 Ward 2 and 3. On Thursday, Get rid of the end of su mmer ties. blues! Come meet new friends! institutions to honor the DEA 1. at the Jewish Community October 18 from 7 to 9 p.m., For further information Please join us for a member­ identification as va lid for the tter of Rhode Island, 401 "Candidates Night II" will be about the Providence Chapter purpose of cashing municipal, 1grove Avenue in Provi- held at the Center featuring ship tea for the Providence of Women's American ORT or Chapter of Women's American state and federal checks under 1ce, co-sponsored by the candidates in the November for directions to the member­ ORT. It will be held on Thurs­ $750. 1ter and the Community general election. The modera­ ship tea on Thursday, please In addition, the DEA mobile ations Council of the Jewish tor for the events will be Jeffrey day, August 30, at 8 p.m. at a member's home in East Green- ca ll 885-2387. . ID unit wilt be at_the following leration of Rhode Island. Brier. locations in September: e audience is invited to slay These informative meetings wich. DEA To Process Wednesday, September 5 the Center to watch the are free and open to the com­ za:~men/0 tme;;~~b~i~~:i~~ Identification Cards from 1-3 p.m. at Woodland 1eduled Governor's debate munity. For more details, call Manor II, Nooseneck Hill the ~cc video followed by a 861 -8800 and ask for Lisa Through Training (ORT) main· The R.I. Department of Ef­ tains a network of schools with derly Affairs (DEA) processes Road, Coventry; and Wednes­ ,CUSSton. Ya nku. day, September 12 from Invited candidates to be major programs in Israel, identification cards fo r persons France, Italy, South America 60 and older every Friday from 1-3 p.m. at Cranston Senior and in the United States. These 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at 160 Pine Street Services, 1070 Cranston schools enable us to help edu- in Providence. Street. 1cial Seniors Of Warwick cate over 200,000 young peo- Persons must present proof Senior housing units, senior pie and adults in Jewish com- of age, such as a birth certifi­ centers, and other agencies be Social Seniors of War­ Sunny Seniors." Refreshments munities worldwide. ca te, driver's license, or Blue interested in hosting the DEA 'k will go Sunday, Septem- will be served. Our organization actively Cross Plan 65 card. The DEA mobile ID card unit at their site 9, to Daniel Webster Inn for October 24 members will be participates in Project Literacy identification cards contain should contact Carmen Albert ch at Heritage Plantation. going to Amesbury Dinner U.S. and assists in the resettle· their owners' photograoh. date at 277-2880. Vednesday, September 12, Playhouse, Amesbury, Mass. f'_,,10 POLITICAL "'DVERTISEME NT P_,,10 f'OLI TIC_,,L ADVERTISEMENT 1eeting will be held at l p.m. For more information contact Temple Am David. 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HENRY MARKOFF Mr. Markoff was a member dence. Burial was in Lincoln the Hope Link Chapter of the leading Republican candidate, CRANSTON - Henry E. of Temple Emanu-EI and its Park Cemetery, Warwick. Eastern Star. He was a past state Rep. David Duke, a neo­ Markoff, 87, of 28 Mozart St., Men's Club. He was a member president of the Chased Schei Nazi populist and former owner of the Honorbuilt Cloth­ of the Toure Fraternal Associ­ Amess Association. grand wizard of the Ku Klux ing Store, Providence, which ation, Roosevelt Lodge 42, F & MAX RUNSTEIN He was a past member of the Klan . he started in the l 920s, until AM , the Palestine Temple PROVIDENCE - Max Run­ Crestwood Country Club, and Duke has been disowned by retiring in 1988, died Sunday, B'nai B'rith and the Scottish stein, 78, of the Jewish Home the Ledgemont Country Club. the Republican National Com­ August 26, 1990, at home. He Rite, Va ll ey of Providence. fo r the Aged, 99 Hillside Ave., He was a member of the Re­ mittee, which is supporting was the husband of Janis (Mc­ His wife is his immediate founder and first president of publican Party in Rhode state Sen. Ben Bagert. But the Kernan) Markoff. survivor. Formost Rubber Co., a rubber Island, and was a candidate for polls say Bagert is fa r behind Born in Providence, a son of The funeral service was held mold manufacturing company, the City Council in Providence. Duke. If Johnston is denied a the late Edward and Sophie Tuesday, August 28, at the died Wednesday, August 22, Mr. Swartz leaves two clearcut victory in the primary, (Ginsburg) Markoff, he moved Sugarman-Smith Memorial 1990, at the home after a long daughters, Avis Young of then no one is certain he can fC? Cranston 10 years ago. Chapel, 458 Hope St., Provi· illness. He was the husband of North Providence and Lori defeat Duke in the general Ethel (Gordon) Runstein. Schwaber of Youngstown, election. Unveiling Born in Argentina, a son of Ohio; five grandchildren and Three Republican senators who have mixed records on An unveiling will be held in memory of Florence E. Kolb the la te Louis and Anna Run­ six great-grandchildren. The funera l service was held Israel are retiring: Bill Arm· (Mrs. William Kolb) on Sunday, September 9, 1990, in stein, he had lived in Provi­ Tuesday, August 28, at the strong of Colorado, Gordon Sharon Memorial Park, Sharon, MA. A meeting will take dence over 40 years, prev· Sugarman-Smith Memorial Humphrey of New Hampshire place at the administration building at 12:30 p.m. (prior to 1 iously residing in Chelsea, Chapel. 458 Hope St. Burial and James McClure of Idaho. p.m. ceremony). Family and friends are welcome to attend. Mass. Mr. Runstein had attended was in Lincoln Park Cemetery, Boston University. He was an Warwick. A Paragon of Parody Army veteran of World War II, (continued from page 9) The 1990 Elections Unveiling servi ng in the European Mac era actually originated Theater. He was a member of 6) A~ unveiling will be held in memory of the late Lena (continued from page there? Tune in and see. Temple Emanu-EI. Lev1ten on Sunday, September 2, 1990 al 11 a.m. in Lincoln foreign aid, began speaking out Deborah Newhall's cos­ Park Cemetery. Besides his wife he leaves a in support of Israel. He backed tumes are as unique as each brother, Joseph Rustin of Pel­ Israel's control of the West character and add to the tour­ ham, N.Y. Bank and Gaza Strip, urged the de-force of " Irma Vep.'' The funeral service was held U.S. Embassy be moved to If puns and word play are Unveiling Sunday, August 26, in Mount Jerusalem and criticized the your cup of tea, you'll have a An unveiling will be held in memory of the late Harry Sinai Memorial Chapel, 825 U.S. dialogue with the Pales­ lot of fun with " Irma Vep." At Mendelson on Sunday, September 9, 1990, at 11:00 a.m. in Hope St. Burial was in Lincoln tine Liberation Organization. times it even takes on vaude­ Lincoln Park Cemetery. Relatives and friends are welcome Park Cemetery, Warwick. The other race of special villian overtones. Sharpen up to attend. interest is in Louisiana, your hisses and boos; the man­ FRANK SWARTZ where a non-partisan primary agement invites them. PROVIDENCE - Frank will be held Oct. 6. Sen. J. "Irma Vep" continues Swartz, 85, of the Jewish Home Bennet! Johnston, a Democrat through September 9. Perform­ for the Aged, 99 Hillside Ave., and supporter of Israel, is ex­ ances are Tuesday through Fri­ MT. SINAI MONUMENTS a general agent for the United pected to get the more than 50 day evenings at 8:30 p.m.; Sat­ Life &: Accident Insurance Co., Our owner, Mitchell... his father and percent of the vote needed to urday at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.; Concord, N.H., for 40 years eliminate the need for a gen­ Sunday at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.; grandfather... have been privileged to provide before retiring in 1975, died eral election in November. and Wednesday matinee at over 8,000 monuments in RI Jewish Cemeteries Sunday, August 26, 1990, at But there is some concern 2 p.m. To charge by phone, call since the 1870s for 2 reasons ... the quality is the home. He was the husband that if that does not happen, 401 -782-TKTS, or from out of of the late Elsie (Kornstein) Johnston will be forced into a state 1-800-782-TKTS. the finest and the price is the lowest. Swartz. head-to-head race with the Born in Jacksonville, Fla., he Call 331-3337 for assistance. was a son of the late Charles and Frances Schwartz. Mr. Swartz was a member of Sharon Memorial Park Annual the Jewish Home for the Aged...... ······.\~:"Y.\~t~i}j. .;;. :\·}. .";<; He was a past president of the Memorial Services Sons of Zion Congregation, For the forty-second consecutive year the Jacob Gross· had served for 37 years, and man Memorial Chapel-in-the-Woods at Sharon Memorial RUBIN MEMORIALS·~~tJ;;,i~( was the first chairman of its Park will be the setting of the traditional open a.ir Memorial Mo1111mc•1us and nH'nwriafs ~:/_: cemetery committee. He was an Services, which will be held on Sunday, September 16, at 10 a.m. in Fhc•Jim '.\'/ gra11ifC' and lmm:e. ;~. · hoftorary board member of Temple Beth Sholam. He was a Starting al 9:45 a.m. there will be a short interlude of l 11-hm/\('1011,11/t,111to11, hra1111oi111111('11/ vice president of B'nai B'rith, liturgical organ music, played by Cantor Theodore Schnei­ LETTERING • CLEANING • REPAIRS and an advisory for the AZ.A. der of Temple B'nai Moshe, Brighton, who will be the Organization. He was a mem­ organist at the service. Lco11 .I . R11hi11 726-6466 ber of Temple Emanu-EI. He The service will be conducted by Rabbi Loel M. Wei!Js Affilialed wilh Charles G. Morse Granile Company was a 32nd-degree Mason, and and Cantor Robert D. Shapiro of Temple Beth Am in a past master of Barney Merry Randolph. Rabbi Weiss will deliver a sermon and the tradi­ Lodge AF &: AM. He was a tional prayers will be chanted by Cantor Shapiro. member of the Palestine Tem­ Relatives and friends are invited to participate. pie of Shriners, the Grotto, and Adignified U.S. Federal law now requires all funeral homes and reverent funeral. to provide itemized pricing. 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ADOPTION Yiddisn Theater (continued from page 1) ------experiences otten draw them four hundred auditioners.) and Folksbiene Theatre was hold­ ADOPTION - Happily mamed, childless old). She is more comfortable closer to Yiddishkeit as a though David still seems jittery ing auditions. " I got the part. I couple wish to adopthealthyinfant.Mater­ in English than in Yiddish. She whole. Since their attitudes and poised for a jailbreak out felt the show I was in. I didn't nItyexpenses paid. Collect calls to Michael was born here and is American toward Yiddish theater reflect of the Yiddish world, theater know if I could act in Yiddish." andlynn(415)459-9183. 9/20 in acting style and personal their individual attitudes has allowed him reconciliation He pauses, shyly. He doesn't style. She is Jewish but not all towai;_d their own Yiddish without defeat. He is still hun­ mean to sound swashbuckling. CONDO FOR RENT religious. Finally, unlike Yid· gry for mainstream success but " I took a chance." Since then dish actors of the past, she feels ~he;;a~:/~ !!:~s;s ~d:~:\t;~~ astonished to find himself also Richard has kept studying the WEST PALM BEACH. 2 bed, 2 bath. Ava~­ no permanent commitment to cross;Section of their genera· working on his Yiddish articu­ language. Now he feels com­ able Nov.-May. Reserve nowforwInter sea­ it son. Call 942-8490. 8/30 Yiddish theater. This above all J ion in American life. lation and marrying a Jewish fortable speaking onstage, is what Leon Leibgold, a grand Eleanor is typical of the pros, girl. and he has progressed to old man of the Yiddish stage, for whom Yiddish theater Richard Carlow represents sweet, earnest tall and slightly ENTERTAINMENT really means when he com­ means, above all, a job. It even the current youth movement awkward leading men. This ments flatly that, "There are no brings her some professional toward cultural revival. Like year at the Folksbiene he actu­ STEVE VOKEN ENTERTAINMENT - Proles­ young Yiddish actors any benefits beyond Equity mini­ his contemporaries who are ally got the girl! His living s1onal Mastei of Ceremonies and Oise more; there are only young mum pay since it's so much collecting Yiddish books and comes partly from acting and Jockey. Bar/ Bat M1tzvah specialists. Radio Station P11zes. (Optlonal • N.V. Laser lJoht actors who play in Yiddish." smaller a world than the main­ learning to read them, listening partly from other kinds of jobs, Show) Boston Party Planners' #1 Enter­ Like the larger Yiddish cul­ stream, she has already had to Yiddish folk tunes and but Yiddish theater is where he tame1. 508,679-1545 1/31/91 ture of which it remains a reso­ opportunities to choreograph learning to fiddle them, Richard has found his roots, as well as nant part, the Yiddish theater and direct. But for an ambitious came searching for Yiddishkeit the satisfaction of helping to continues to shrink painfully American actor Yiddish theater and discovered Yiddish the· preserve those roots for the FLORIDA RENTAL wilh age. Yiddish actors and can be dangerous. ater. " I always meant to learn community. playwrights, like Yiddish jour­ Eleanor looks Jewish. She Yiddish. My parents spoke it to If all these attitudes toward JUPITER, FLA.: luxurv. 2 bedroom, 2 bath Yiddish theater can be imag· condo. Pool,hottub.tennis, 4starrestau­ nalists and poets, are rem­ has dark curly hair, dark sloe my grandparents, but I didn't rant.walkto beach. Available for season or nants. There is no longer a eyes, a Jewish nose, vivid understand. Five years ago I ined as spectrum of a genera· monthly. 885-0832. 8/ 30 range of Yiddish newspapers to gestures, a Brooklyn accent. finally got around to signing up tion, Moishe Rosenfeld is at the publish theater reviews, argu­ "The whole package," she pre­ for a beginners' course at the extreme end. Moishe may well mentative critiques and col­ sents herself with an impudent Workmen's Circle." A full be the last person actually to HELP WANTED umns of backstage gossip. shrug and a newsboy grin, " is semester passed before his set our to make a professional Gone is the nightlife associated already bad enough." If word teacher happened to mention career in Yiddish theater. His ADVISOR NEEDED IOf CRAFTY Youth Group with Yiddish theater going, the got around that she worked in that such a thing as Yiddish commitment began in child· at Temple Sinai. Cranston. Please call sociable sidewalks and crowd­ Yiddish theater, she would be theater existed, and by coinci­ hood. Moishe had a serious 942-8350. 9/6 ed cafes. Most of the splendid typecast in "ethnic" roles, very dence the semi-professional Yiddishist education at home AmNTION: POSTAL JOBS! Start $11.41 / artists and their devoted fans possibly limiting her career for· hour!for applicationinfo,call(1)602-838- are dead. The old Yiddish quip ever. Until recently, she never 8885, ht M-8124. 6 a.m.-10 p.m., 7 days. 9/ 6 sharpens its bite: "An old Jew even told her agent. Agrees Avi just died; move another seat out Hoffman, another serious pro­ Harold Greco A referral service of the theater." fessional with a lot of future to for companions Nevertheless, in the hun­ INTRODUCTION SERVICES lose, " Agents say Yiddish thea­ to the elderly, dred years since the great East· p~ ter is a graveyard for your ~ since 1967 JEWISH INTRODUCTIONS INTERNA· em European Jewish immigra· career. Who are they to tell me Ceilings· Walls· Repair Work TIONAL Local and persor,alized. Ages 21 - tion, New York City has never to be ashamed of my culture? 463-6354 ~ 4QI 421-1213 101 . Let us !ind that special '"someone:· gone a season without Yiddish Call 1-800-442-9050. 7/91 But still. " theater. The older actors gal­ Another of the four experi­ lantly carry the flame, scratch enced the expansion of his Jew­ SERVICES RENDERED together the productions, and ish consciousness more vio­ Rhode Island Jewish Herald preserve a theater as much as lently. " For me to be doing ANTIQUE REFINISHING: Furnit1Jre stripped, possible in their own image. Yiddish theater," reflects Classifieds 1eglued, repaired, finished. Satislact1on The audiences still get them­ David Kener, dizzy with rever­ 15 words - $3.00 guaranteed. Pick·up/ deliver. Call stall 434- selves there, even if the nurs­ sal, "is as weird as it gets." An 0293/831 -9568. 9/ 6 12 t each additional word ing home has to charter a bus. actor in his twenties, with PAINTING: Interior, eK1er1or. wallpapering, They love to hear the language, "ethnically" dark, tough-guy elpert work. fully insured, lree estimates, I Category ______Mem.1rio Painting - 461 -3813. '"Our work they love the link with their looks, David grew up in Brook· speakslorilsell."" 8/30 youth, and besides the shows lyn, hostile to Jewish authority : Message ______TREE WORK: T1imming. topping, removal. are sometimes terrific. There and culture. When his father Shrubs& hedges pruned. Landscape design are also community institu· sent him to yeshiva, he fought I & maintenance. Free estimates. Paul tions such as the Workmen's back by becoming a fresh­ Thompsoo, 861 -3616. 9/20 circle which chip in subsidies, mouth cut·up who drove the I for the culture still feels strong· teachers crazy and played I ly about its theater, values it, hookey as much as possible. I and even measures itself by it. He emerged with a halting I On the fringe of this world, a knowledge of Yiddish, mostly I pool of several dozen younger punchlines, and so angry at all I Name______Phone ______actors like Eleanor Reissa per· Jewish institutions that the first CLASSBOX I Address ______CORRESPONDENCE TO: form on the Yiddish stage. time he was offered a Yiddish Class8ol No. They perform mostly in New role, he wheeled at the last I TheR.t Jewish Herald York City or in New· York­ minute and actually bolted. I P.O. lol 6063 based companies that tour "Those old guys, that whole I No. Words ___ Date(s) run ______Providence. RI 02940 Miami and elsewhere. atmosphere - I couldn't take Like Eleanor, most of them it." It took the personal pres­ I PAYMENT I are outsiders to the world that tige of Joseph Papp, who pro­ This newspaper will not. knowingly. accept created Yiddish theater. 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A Woman Of The World than many and has made prog­ ture, " I thought dozens of BarMitzvah ress since, explains how it still times of leaving Yidd ish thea­ (continued from page 1) (continued from page I) feels to him: "You're trying to ter and going back to rock and They first marketed the Haf- invited guests. But she also shared her generosity and power 'approach you r role as an actor, roll.," But then he adds, 'Tm tutor program - the teaching with the community at large. She wanted to be acknowledged and here you are burdened glad I stuck around." of the Haftorah for Bar and Bat :is a person. But she wanted to give, too - I? the Historic~l with this language." Even Mitzvahs - and then because Association. The Holocaust Museum. She hved a long. 1f Na hma Sandrow is a writer Bruce Ad ler, for whom "Yid­ of the many requests for lonely, life. She especially chose to invest in human health. living in New York. dish is not a foreign language, prayer, song and blessings pro­ This report deals not only with Lola ~ut with her two it's my second language," is grams, they began customizing ;taunch allies, Herta Hoffman, and Bernie Bell . They be­ thinking in English whil e he's This article was made possible friended and comforted her. They helped her keep meaning in for synagogues, schools and in­ speaking and singing in Yid­ by a grant from th _e Fun.d for dividuals. her years and days. Herta wrote me, Lola lived completely fo r dish. The actors' difficulties in Joumalism on Jewish Life, a her son Erich. His sudden untimely death was her hardest Other programs available are tum further limit the producers' project of the CRB Foundation of " Haftutor," " Haftarot," "Tefi­ blow. She spent the war years in England under very difficult choice of repertory. And while Montreal, Canada. All views ex­ lah Tutor," "Maftir," and "Ba­ circumstances. She worked to support her sick husband until people do create new adapta­ pressed are solely those of the sic Blessings." For more more his death there. She came here and built her existence around tions of old plays, new drama­ author. information, call Lev Software her son. She saved every penny for his future. Erich was an tizations of old Yiddish novels, at (617) 232-0353. engineer and consultant but she still put a~ide fo r him, ~ left and new Yiddish translations over from the times she had lost so much m Europe. Neither of Israeli comedies, it has been Lola nor Erich would go to bed without calling each other to many years since a young pla y­ say good night. Lola spent seven years in East Greenwich. wright wrote a new Yiddish Since she had lost 11 of her nearest relatives to cancer, she left play. Jewish Television in Rhode Island the bulk of her estate for cancer research. She kept telling me, When Yiddish theater was a "Some of my money will help find a cure." healthy institution in its prime, JeM·ish Pro~rammin• On Bernie also sent a message to me in Na rragansett. My first such creative "new connec­ lntertonnect Channels thoughts or Lola go back to the late forties and fifties. She tions" arose naturall y from the Channel 49 ln e,ery tity except those sened by Heritage visited my parents. In the 60's and 70's I saw her scurry interaction of all its practition­ Ca ble (Lincoln, Woonsocket). Heritage Cable station 57. through Wayland Square as I drove by. During the early 80's I ers, young and old. There were became re-acquainted through my wife Claire's Hadassah. Air Times experimentation and tradition, Thursday e,enings 7 p.m., Sunday Morning 10:JO a.m. Lola gave jewelry and sil ver. We began to have tea with her~ new plays which " legitimized East Greenwich, on Tuesday afternoons. One day she asked tf where the artists started from," I would serve as co-executor of her will. She was aware of my as well as revivals of the ambi­ anti-cancer activities. She said to be sure the money went tious literary classics which "against cancer." have now been almost forgot­ H ERE WE GO AGAIN! $}889 Sameas 1989Tnp Lola ended up by herself, but she took charge and met that ten. In our day, however, challenge. We all wish to live long and well ~nd die with style. demographic and financial ISRAEL LEISURE TOUR Lola held on with honor and went out with class, a grand reali ties mortally squeeze the Austrian Jewish lady and a gallant American lady. A woman of theater, and the disparities FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20, 1991 the world in one room. between the generations gen­ 4 WEEKS• 2 MEALS/DAY• BUS FROM PROVIDENCE 10 DAYS SIGHTSEEING erate tensions and interfere ESCORTED BY JA CI< & RHODA MOSSBERG atmosphere. Madame Kamin ­ with creativity. Yiddish Theater ska, for instance - her bearing Still young and old, in their (continued from page 15) was still that of an aristocrat. own ways and for their own .. WINC~LE;AN TRAVEL and school, with classes in You always felt honored to be reasons, keep on trouping. The QP 720 Reservoir Avenue. Cranston, RI Yiddish as well as Hebrew, in her presence, drawn to her. same refusal to give up that 943-7700 • O,tside RI, l-800-234-5595 English, and - because this She was a magnet. I was priv­ animates the old actors ani­ was Montreal - French. Yid ­ ileged. I am the last link in the mates the theater as a whole dish theater has always at· goldene keyt, the golden and, in fa ct, all of Yiddish cul· tra cted to itself the commun­ chain." lure. Says the rebellious ye­ ity's strong feelings about the Meanwhile, very few of the shiva boy, David Kener, " I've cu lture as a whole. So twenty young actors really know been clicking into the tradition years ago, when Moishe was a nuent Yiddish. Some know no of Yiddish theater. If someone IF YOU OWN THESE ... long-haired idealistic college Yiddish at all and must memo­ like me is actually here, there kid , he determined to be a rize their lines phonetically. must be hope for Yiddish thea­ - YOU~ SHOULD KNOW us ... ter after all. " Says Avi Hoff­ II Yiddish actor. Sandy Levitt, who began with a better Yiddish background man, raised on Yiddish litera- "Then I got a ca ll from a WE OFF~~~~~~~~RVICES well -known manager. The leg­ m ON YOUR EUROPEAN CAR endary Polish Yiddish sta r Ida Kaminska had arrived in New .,, • ENGINE REBUILDING & MODIFICATION York. First they were going to RAF CONSTRUCTION INC. • ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS create a huge na tional tour. • Home Improvements Rover • MECHANICAL RESTORATION Then they were going to or­ • Certified Kitchen Installer • NORMAL MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ganize and ensembl e to do • Baths repertory. He said I would be a • Decks welcome member. 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