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Series I: Temple Israel of Swampscott and Marblehead (Mass.), undated, 1941-1997

 Series

Scope and Content Note

From the Collection:

The records of Temple Israel of Swampscott and Marblehead contain administrative documents, consisting of minutes and reports from meetings—including the foundational meeting in 1946—and correspondence, as well as copies of two quitclaim deeds for the land at 837 Humphrey Street. The administrative documents also contain a report and correspondence related to the purchase of land in Peabody to establish a cemetery.

Other records in the collection include publications in the form of calendars, bulletins, programs, brochures, anniversary booklets, newspaper clippings about events hosted by Temple Israel, photographs, and documents from the Brotherhood, Sisterhood, and the Hebrew School. A final folder contains photographs, newspaper clippings, and a program from the 1955 groundbreaking ceremony for the new temple building.

Dates

  • undated, 1941-1997

Creator

Language of Materials

From the Collection:

The collection is in English.

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: 0.5 linear feet (1 manuscript box)

Arrangement

Arranged alphabetically.

Repository Details

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

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