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Series II: Organizations, undated, 1916-2005

 Series

Scope and Contents

This series contains materials related to Jewish organizations established in Peabody. These organizations include synagogues, community centers, cemetery associations, and charitable organizations, and fraternal clubs. Materials include minutes, membership lists, programs, awards, newspaper clippings, correspondence, and photographs. Of particular interest may be the records of the Chevara Kadisha of the Maple Hill Cemetery, which lists (in Hebrew) the names and dates of bodies ritually prepared for burial. A translated copy is included. Some items, including photographs and congregation seating charts, are located in an oversized box.

Dates

  • undated, 1916-2005

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The collection is in English and Hebrew.

Access Restrictions

This collection is open for researcher use. Please contact us to request access or to make an appointment to view this collection at jhcreference@nehgs.org.

Extent

From the Collection: 1.25 linear feet (1 document box, 4 oversized folders )

Arrangement

Arranged alphabetically.

Physical Description

Box 1, OS folders 1-4.

Repository Details

Part of the Wyner Family Jewish Heritage Center at American Ancestors Repository

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