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Writings about Gert (Shelley) Thaler
Editor's Note: Over the years, Gert Thaler has been identified under such names as Gertrude Shelley, Mrs. Martin Thaler, Mrs. Morton Thaler; Mrs. Mort Thaler (her husband's legal name was Martin, but he preferred the name Mort), and, of course, Gert Thaler.

-1946-
December 12, 1946—1)"Honored at Pre-Nuptial Affairs," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: Among the many lovely parties honoring bride-elect Gertrude Shelley was a charming luncheon and personal shower given in Beverly Hills by two of her friends there, Mrs. Sid Cagan and Mrs. Lou Dolgin.  It was held on Saturday afternoon, November 29th with many Los Angeles friends attending. After luncheon, the guests spent the afternoon playing cards. On Wednesday evening, December 5th, Miss Shelley was honored with a miscellaneous shower hostessed by three dear friends of her mother (Anna Shelley), they are Mesdames Jennie Siner, Lena Penn and Lena Kimmel. The affair was held at the Beth Jacob Center with about 80 guests in attendance. Saturday, December 7th, the Misses Irma Strahl and Sally Stein entertained for Miss Shelley with luncheon and a crystal shower for 16 guests in the French Room of the U.S. Grant Hotel. The large luncheon table was beautifully decorated in floral patterns carried out in a pink and white color scheme. Miss Shelley will be the honoree this Saturday, December 14th, at a luncheon and miscellaneous shower which is being given by Mrs. Lou Blanc at the home of her sister, Mrs. Ben Gordon at 3632 Granada Avenue.  Twenty-two guests are expected. Miss Shelley is the fiancée of Martin ("Mort") Thaler.  Their marriage will be solemnized here December 29th...

-1947-
January 16, 1947—(no headline, separate), Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3:  Mr. and Mrs. Martin Thaler (nee Gertrude Shelley) have returned from their honeymoon at Palm Springs and are now at home to relatives and friends at 707 Seagirt Court in Mission Beach.

April 10, 1947—1) "U.J.F. Workers Stepping Up Pace—To Reach Early Goal," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 1: With the Passover holidays celebrating the release of Jews from bondage, drawing to a close, the United Jewish Fund will intensify its campaign to raise $350,000 to provide food, shelter, medical aid and clothing for the Jews of Europe.  Max Rabinowitz and Louis Steinman, chairmen of the campaign, announced that $000000 {Yes, that misprint appeared in the paper} had been raised by the Jews of San Diego which is more money than raised by the entire 1946 campaign.  Eli Levenson, president of the United Jewish Fund, and Nathan Baranov, honorary chairman of the 1947 campaign, urged an all out effort to arouse the local community to the widest support of the United Jewish Fund drive for $350,000 of which approximately $300,000 will go to the United Jewish Appeal consisting of the Joint Distribution Committee, the United Palestine Appeal and the United Service for New Americans. The balance will be used for local and national needs. Workers in the Trades and Industries Division, Women's Division and the Young People's Division will be out calling on all prospects for their contribution. The Young People's Division led by Renee Perlmutter and Sallie Stone are showing the way, having raised $4335.00, $835.00 over their quota. Trades and Industries have pledges amounting to $121,342.53, while the Women's Division, with Julia Neumann and Bernice Soule at its head, have total pledges of $18,587.50.  "Coverage," the most important word in the campaign, will come to life when the 2100 volunteer workers of the United Jewish Fund go out in full force to reach their prospects.  {The following list appears in agate type}: Ben Feinberg, Morrie Douglas, Edward Breitbard, Dan Loewenthal, Phil Goldman, Marshall Naiman, Nathan Baranov, Harry Bennett, David Block, Abe Bronstone, Larry Cantor, Elliott Cushman, Jack Dembo, I.L Domnitz, Carl Esenoff, Irving Friedman, Elmer Glaser, Sander Goldberger, Everett Goldman, Murray D. Goodrich; Ben Hoffman; Dr. F. G. Hollander, Ralph Hosenpud, Irvin Kahn, Harry Kraskin, Eli Levenson, Paul Lott, Myron Lustig, Louis Moorsteen, Its Penter, Philip Peskin, Sol Price, Nathan Schiller, Victor Schulman, Sam Supnik, Abe Snyder, Dr. Robert Stone, David Stotsky, Henry Weinberger, Lew M. Weiss, Leo Zwiebel, are calling on business men throughout the city.   The outstanding women workers, announced by Julia Neumann and Bernice Soule are:(in agate type): Helen Baranov, Frances Berenson, Sadie Berenson, Jennie Burnett, Retha Burnett, Eve Chenkin, Sally Cohn, Lee Douglas, Bernice Esenoff, Morris Feldman, Sara Goodrich, Rose Gordon, (Mrs) Jack Gross; Jennie Kochberg, Sylvia Haffner, Elinor Kitaen, Jack Kornbluth, Edith Levenson, Esther Moorsteen, Angeline Landau, Pauline Rubel, Rose Neuman, Jeannette Niederman, Betty Penter, Molly Rabinowitz, Ann Ratner, Clara Resnick, Esther Schwartz, Bess Snyder, Ray Solomon, Julia Steinman, M. Stern, Rose Weinberger, Elizabeth Reisman, Goldie Schusterman, E. Belenzon, Bessie Siegel, Bessie Umansky, F. Marx, Jennie Siner, Lavena Koming, Florence Lebowitz.  The workers in the Young People's Division which has already surpassed their goal, are (in agate type): Estelle Addleson, Stanford H. Brust, Edith Epstein, Roy M. Fagelson, Eva Garber, Yvonne Gerson, Merle Goldman, Sylvia Horowitz, Gene Janoff, Bernard Lansky, Yale Naliboff, Esther Pearl, Gerry Platt, Julius H. Raleigh, Rose Rimland, Helen Rosenberg, Ruth Rosenberg, Mitzi Schiller, Ben Siegel, Sallie Stone, Gertrude Thaler, Joe Wertheim, Ned J. Wise.

2) "Organizations 'Working With' U.J.F.," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5: Complementing San Diego's Jewish organizations Max Rabinowitz and Louis Steinman, chairman of the 1947 campaign, declared that most of the Jewish organizations in San Diego are wholeheartedly cooperating and working with the $350,000 United Jewish Fund Campaign. All Jewish organizations have lessened their activities during the month of April and not only are working with the United Jewish Fund but are giving up their April meetings to the campaign.  Many of the organizations have appointed chairmen committees so they may more full participate in the drive.  Mrs. Gertrude Thaler, organizations chairman for the United Jewish Fund Campaign, announced that an intensive drive would be made within organizations so that every member becomes a subscriber to the fund...

3) "Junior B'nai B'rith Girls," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5: All potential members and outside girls who are interested in having a good time and eating good food are cordially requested to attend the big pot-luck supper to be given by the officers of the B'nai B'rith Girls in the home of our new advisor, Mrs. Mort Thaler. Watch for the date of this big event in next week's issue of the Jewish Press. For more information phone Mrs. Thaler at W-2274 or Shirley Roth, president at T-7853.

April 24, 1947—"B.B Girls Announce Full Program," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7 -- Off to a bang-up start under their new advisor, Mrs. Mort Thaler, the B.B. Girls held a joint meeting with the A.Z.A. Boys last Wednesday night, April 16, at 8:30 at the Temple Center. Refreshments served by the boys and dancing were enjoyed by all those who attended. One of the main events planned jointly by the two organizations is a money-raising affair May 11th at Temple Center at 8:00.  So plan to be there and be sure to buy a ticket before they are all sold...

May 8, 1947—"Victor Schulman Heads Allocations, Budget Committee," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 1: Eli Levenson, president of the United Jewish Fund, announced the appointment of Victor Schulman  as chairman of the all important Allocations and Budget Committee which will make recommendations for the distribution of money raised in the 1947 United Jewish Campaign.  For the first time in San Diego the committee will consist of both board members and non-board members.  Appointed to serve with the chairman are: Sam Perlmutter, Abe Ratner, Abe Snyder, Jack Dembo, I.L Domnitz, Abe Nasatir, Rabbi Morton Cohn, Max Rabinowitz, Eve Chenkin, Leo Greenbaum, Frank Winicki, Gertrude Thaler, Sarah Goodrich, Jennie Burnett, Bernice Soule, Julia Neumann, Julia Steiman, Louis Moorsteen, Its Penter, Saul Schissell, Sandor Goldberger. Also, all members of the Executive Committee will serve on the Allocations Committee.  The Campaign goes into its final two weeks with $182,966.50.  Max Rabinowitz and Louis Steinman, Chairman of the Campaign declared that there was still over $20,00.00 which had been contributed in 1946 and has not been received as yet in 1947. The chairmen made an urgent appeal asking all who have not as yet contributed, not to wait for the workers to see them but to send their contribution to the office.
May 22, 1947—"Honored at Pre-Nuptial Affairs," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: Miss Irma Strahl, whose marriage to William Ruden will be an event of June 1st, was honored at a miscellaneous shower hostessed by Mrs. Sam Spitalnick and Mrs. Sally Lieberamn at the former's home at 6709 Kelly Sreet on Saturday evening, May 17th... May 28th, Wednesday evening, Mrs. Mort Thaler will entertain at a kitchen shower for Miss Strahl.  The affair will be given at Mrs. Thaler's home on India Street.

June 19, 1947—"Junior B'nai B'rith Girls," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7: Swing and sway the B'nai B'rith way! That seems to be the theme these days, since Lady Luck and Father Fortune have seen fit to smile on this group with all their best efforts. First, the potluck dinner was not only a sensational success, but seven new members were checked in. A few days later, the Sr. B'nai Brith women assisted in successfully putting over a terrific card party and enough money was raised to send Arleen Fleischman and Shirley Roth and our advisor Mrs. Morton Thaler to the Jr. Girls' Convention in L.A. on June 27th for four days, all expenses paid.  Sincere thanks to all those who came. The card party was given by the mothers of all the Jr. Girls.  The mothers contributed all refreshments and Mrs. Roth and Mrs. Fleischman served from a beautifully arranged buffet table. Mrs. Florence Berman co-advisor and Mrs. Thaler were on hand to greet all guests and they report a most successful afternoon...

June 26, 1947—"Birdie Stodel B.B.," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: At a regular meeting of the Birdie Stodel B'nai B'rith Chapter No. 92 held Monday evening, June 23rd, at Temple Center at 8 p.m. the main business of the evening was the giving of the reports of the recent Grand Convention which was held in Fresno early this month... Program chairman Gertrude Thaler reported that she has secured Rabbi Baruch Stern to be the guest speaker for the next meeting on Monday, July 14th, at Temple Center. A non-profit luncheon will be served at 12 noon.

July 10, 1947—"Notice To Our Readers," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 1: For the next month Martha Feiler will perform the duties of editor of the Southwestern Jewish Press, assisted by Gertrude Thaler, as society editor. I am taking a leave of absence from the paper for this period, and would very much appreciate the cooperation and courtesy of our readers during my absence.—Ray Solomon.

-1949-
May 1949
—"Tifereth Israel Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: "Mother's Day" was the theme of the May meeting of the Tifereth Israel Sisterhood. Mrs. Abe Ratner, assisted by Mrs. Monroe Levens, arranged an unusual fashion display. Fashions for grandmother, mother and daughter made available through the courtesy of the Sanford Dress Shop and Chenkins Youth Center were previewed. Models were Mesdames Louis Addelson, Harris Rubel, Betty Solomon, Harry Mallen, Morton Thaler, Misses Andrea Beck, Sherry Rae Newman, Elene Gordin and Pauline Ratner. Mesdames Sid Smith, Morris Pomeranz, Lester Cooper, Fred Kaufman, Morris Levenson and Ben Mallen were gracious hostesses.

June 1949—Pearl Lieberman, "The Way We Heard It," Southwestern Jewish Press,  page 4: ...Mr. and Mrs. Sol Goldstein, sister of Mort Thaler, are arriving from Union City, N.J., to help celebrate [Mort and Gert's daughter] Linda Louise Thaler's first birthday on June 10.

December 2, 1949—(no headline, separate), Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: Mr. and Mrs. Morton Thaler had as their houseguests cousins Mrs. Wm. Margolis and her sister, Mrs. Wm. Rothstein, of New York City.  Mrs. Margolis and Mrs. Rothstein, who were in San Diego for five weeks, were entertained by their cousins here, Mrs. Anna Shelley, Mrs. Milton Rawdin and Mrs. Julius Resiman. Before their return home, the sisters will spend some time in Los Angeles visiting their brother, Mr. Phillip Jacobs and his family.


-1950-
February 24, 1950—
"Hadassah," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 8...As co-chairman of Child Welfare, Hadassah's project for the month of March, Mrs. Zel Greenberg and Mrs. Julius Levine will graciously hostess the luncheon (March 8 at the Temple Center)...The program will be in charge of Mrs. Gertrude Thaler, assisted by Mrs. Sadie Axelrod and Mrs. Belle Demsey...

May 12, 1950—"Hadassah 'Mother-Daughter Luncheon Great Success," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7: An affair which was, without a doubt, unprecedented for human interest and touching gratitude was the "Mother-Daughter" luncheon meeting of Hadassah on Wednesday, May 10th, at the Temple Center, honoring Mrs. Ida Nasatir, a much-loved and worthy recipient. Depicting her life in a musical skit, the audience was delighted with the ingenuity of the home-talent acting and singing. And not least of those enjoying the afternoon was Ida herself, who could be seen smiling throughout, we hope with approval. As further evidence of the love and respect the organization holds for her (as if she needed more proof) Ida was presented with a beautiful gift.  Comprising the cast were Mmes victor Selten, David Block, Max Gardner, Irvin Kahn, Joseph Kwint, Julius Levin, David Miller, Max Rabinowitz, William Schwartz, Joseph Silverman, Al Slayan (sic, Slayen), Maxwell Kaufman and Sigmund Stein. The skit was written by Gertrude Thaler and Thelma Selten. Much enthusiasm bespoke the acceptance of the musical quartette, composed of Mmes. Leo Beck, Lawrence Cantor, Edward Kitaen and Harry Mallen, as well as the skit...—Sivia Bickman, Publicity

May 26, 1950—1) "Hadassah Elects New Officers," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: At the last luncheon meeting held on May 10th, the new officers to serve the San Diego Chapter of Hadassah were elected. Heading the slate as president will beMrs. Al Slayen and assisting her will be the following officers: Mesdames Sidney Goldhammer, 1st Vice Pres.; David Block, 2nd Vice Pres;  Morton Thaler 3rd Vice Pres.; Hary Rosenthal, Financial Sec'y; Edward Kitaen, Recording Sec'y; Isidore Teacher, Auditor; Louis Bickman and Julius Levine, Parliamentarians...

2) "Beth Jacob Forms New Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: With the advent of a new building which will house the Synagogue and center for Beth Jacob, a new group within the structure of Beth Jacob is being organized.  A group of some fourteen ladies met at the home of Mrs. Morrie S. Kraus recently to outline plans for the formation of a Sisterhood. A temporary committee was chosen to outline plans for an affair to acquaint the community with this new organization. Mrs. Morton Thaler, temporary chairman, assiisted by Mesdames Julius Penn; Robert Strauss; Robert Penn; Morris S. Kraus; Yale Kahn; William Penn; Ben Ornstein; A.A. Abramson; Arthur Gordon; Jack Prager; Aubrey shulkind; Sidney O. Weiss; Alwin J. Feiler, who were the nucleus attending the first meeting, have planned a Tea and Fashion Show to be held on Thursday, June 1, 1950, at the San Diego Women's Club, Third and Maple Avenues. The time is from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.... In addition to the Fashion Show, which is being presented by Hafter's, the principal speaker will be Mrs. A.P. Nasatir.  The committee has asked the wife of the spiritual leader of Beth Jacob, Mrs. Baruch Stern, Mrs. Anna Shelley, president of the Ladies Auxiliary, and the wives of the president of the Congregation's affiliates, Mrs. A. A. Abramson, Congregation president; Mrs. J.H. Lipitt, P.T.A. president, and Mrs. Arthur Gordon, Men's Club president, to pour... Reservations for the Tea and Fashion Show are being taken by Ruth Robbins at T 1-6106, Gertrude Thaler at T 1-3275, and Sylvia Shulkind at M-3714.

July 21, 1950—1) "The Cradle," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: It's a boy for Mr. and Mrs. Morton Thaler! The good news is 7 pound 1 ounce, Lawrence George who was born Saturday July 15 at 3:15 p.m. in Mercy Hospital. Proud grandmothers are Mrs. George Shelley of San Deigo and Mrs. Lawes Thaler of Jersey City, N.J. A Brith will be held Sunday July 23rd with Rabbi Baruch Stern and Mr. Schwartz, Mohel, participating. Godparents are Mr. and Mrs. Moe Sherman and Mr. and Mrs. Saul Goldstein of Jersey City, and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Kessler of San Diego. (Editor's Note: Gertrude did her best to make the press deadline—Congratulations!

2) "Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: The newest affiliate of Congregation Beth Jacob, the Beth Jacob Sisterhood, recently held a luncheon meeting and election of officers took place. Mrs. Julius Penn opened her charming spacious home in Point Loma for the luncheon and meeting. Elected to guide the destinies of this new organization in the initial year are: Mrs. Mortonjh Thaler, president; Mrs. Jack Prager, 1st vice president; Mrs. Morris S. Kraus, 2nd vice president; Mrs. Aubrey Shulkind, 3rd vice president; Mrs. Wm Penn, recording secretary; Mrs. Seymour Saltzman, corresponding secretary, and Mrs. Julius Penn, financial secretary. Treasurer will be Mrs. Robert Strauss and Mrs. Zel Camiel will be parliamentarian....

August 4, 1950—"Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: The first fund raising venture of the newly formed Beth Jacob Sisterhood was a fine success. Under the capable chairmanship of Dorothy Feinberg, assisted by cochairman Ethel Feldman, the card party held recently in Beth Jacob Center netted a tidy sum to the treasury in addition to its having been a pleasant evening for all who attended.  Mrs. Thaler publicly expresses her thanks to the committee chairman, the committee and  participants for their efforts and support...

September 22, 1950—"Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7: The Beth Jacob Sisterhood, san Diego's newest and fastest growing organization, invites its members and all other interested women in the community, to their first open general meeting and luncheon on Monday, September 25th, at 12 noon at the Beth Jacob Synagogue, 4373 30th St.... Mrs. Morton Thaler, President, invites and urges the women of San Diego to come and see the new home of Beth Jacob Congregation and to join in the good work being done by this energetic group of women...

November 3, 1950—"Personals," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: Mrs. Morton Thaler wishes to thank her many friends for their good wishes during her recent illness.

December 15, 1950—"Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5: Beth Jacob Sisterhood will hold its regular business meeting at the Beth Jacob Center on Tuesday, December 26, at 12:30 p.m. Dessert will be served and the business meeting will begin at 1:00 p.m. A social afternoon of cards will follow and President Mrs. Morton Thaler urges all members to be present.

-1951-
January 19, 1951—"Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5: Beth Jacob Sisterhood will hold a social meeting on Tuesday evening January 23 at 8 p.m. at the Beth Jacob Center. All members of the Beth Jacob Men's Club are invited to attend with their wives and friends. Thee will be surprise entertainment followed by dancing and refreshment at no charge.  President Mrs. Gertrude Thaler urges all members of both groups to attend and to bring their husbands, wives and friends.

March 2, 1951—"'Festival of Spring' at Beth Jacob," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 8: The Beth Jacob Sisterhood wishes to announce a "Festival of Spring" (Bazaar) to be held on Sunday, March 4th, 4 p.m. till midnight, at Beth Jacob Center, 4473 30th St. There will be games and movies for the children, dinner for all the family, and special attractions for adults. There will be no admission charge and all proceeds will benefit the new Beth Jacob Synagogue and Center. Chairman in charge is Mrs. Robert S. Strauss, co-chairmen are Mrs. Morrie Kraus, Mrs. Alfred Bobroff, and Mrs. Marvin Bobroff. Home made baked goods and merchandise will be offered for sale in cleverly decorated and arranged booths. Joan Bornstein of the Youth Group will be in charge of the check room. The cartoons for children will be called "the B.J. Theater." Mrs. Ben Elvolve will have charge of the men's attire booth, and will call it "The Top Hat." Mrs. Ben Ornstein will have charge of the women's booth, entitled "Curves, Inc."  Aprons and artwork, named "The Cotton Patch" is in charge of Mrs. Jos. Kaplan. The bakery booth, called the "Ess 'n Ess," will be in charge of Mrs. Dave Schwartz. The fortune teller booth, entitled "Madame Mystery," will be conducted by Mrs. Sam Bloom. The clown and beanbag booth will be operated by Mrs. Jack Brisker. The children's fishpond by Mrs. Marvin Bobroff.  "Soch Haman in the Eye," by Mrs. A. Abelson, Children's ready-to-wear booth, entitled "Hoppy's Kiddie Corral," by Mrs. V. Dennis. Canned goods booth by Mrs. Bernard Godes, will be called the "Chee-tums Pine Ridge Store." The flower booth will be conducted by Mrs. Alfred Bobroff, will be called "Wee Bouquet." Chairman in charge of the dining room and cafeteria is Mrs. Anna Shelley, and in charge of serving, Mrs. Jerry Aronoff. President of the Sisterhood, Mrs. Mort Thaler, urges all members and friends to attend and assures all of a festive and happy time.

June 8, 1951—"Beth Jacob Synagogue," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: ... Sisterhood Plans Installation — The Sisterhood will hold a very impressive and informal installation of officers Tusday, June 26. Luncheon will be served and everyone is cordially invited to attend. The installation will be in a novel and light vein. Elected to office recently were Kay Kraus, president; Ann Godes, first vice president; Mitzi Ornstein, second vice president; Gwen Bobrof, third vice president; Frances Struass, treasurer; Ruth Bobrof, financial secretary; Dorothy Penn, recording secretary; Rose Okmin, corresponding secretary; Ruth Brav, parliamentarian, and Gertrude Thaler, honorary board member.  Elected board members are Goldie Schusterman, Jeri Starr, Dorothy Feinberg, Doris Borenstein, and Sylvia Shulkind.

June 22, 1951—"Beth Jacob Sisterhood," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: The Sisterhood is extending an invitation to its many friends to attend the 2nd Annual Installation of Officers on Tuesday, June 26, at 1 p.m. at Beth Jacob Center. A dessert tea will follow the program which will feature members of the teenage set.  Mrs. Morton J. Cohn, charming wife of Temple Beth Israel's spiritual leader, will install the officers who are: Pres., Mrs. M. Kraus; 1st V.P., Mrs. B.Godes; 2nd V.P., Mrs. M. Bobroff; Teas., Mrs. R. Straus; Cor. Sec'y; Mrs. S. Okman; Fin. Secy, Mrs. A. Bobroff, Rec. Secy, Mrs. W. Penn; Parliamentarian, Mrs. T. Brav. 
Mrs. Morton Thaler, retiring president, will present her yearly report to the group. The high light of which will be that in just one year the Sisterhood has completed two important projects for the new center.

September 28, 1951—"Hadassah Exhibits Israel Fashions In Style Show," Southwestern Jewish Press, pages 1, 23: Hadassah launches its 1951-52 season next Friday, October 5th, with a spectacular and unusual event—Fashion Forecasts from Israel....All clothes in the show have been designed by artistic students at Hadassah's Fashion Institute in Jerusalem...The Institute is supported entirely by Hadassah through its Child Welfare—Youth Services Project.  Mrs. Edward Schwartz is project Chairman and she must raise $600 this year toward the National quota of $1,500,000.  Mrs. Berg cordially invites readers of the Press to join with Hadassah on October 5th, at 12 noon in the Temple Center, 3rd and Laurel Sts., in reviewing these Fashion Forecasts from Israel. Please make luncheon reservations with Mrs. Leonard Zlotoff, T-6416, or Mrs. Morton Thaler, T. 1-3275.

-1952-
January 11, 1952—
"Beth Jacob Sisterhood Presents Ida Nasatir," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5: On Wednesday afternoon, Feb. 13th, Mrs. A.P. Nasatir will present a review of Milton Steinberg's "As a Driven Leaf."  Mrs. Morris S. Kraus, President, issues a cordial invitation to everyone in the community to hear a stirring report of this best seller of past years. Mrs. Julius Penn, Luncheon Chairman, announces that a delightfrully different luncheon will be served as a belated welcome to the speaker. Mrs. Morton Thaler will present the program which will also include selections by an outstanding young artist in local musical circles. Reservations are necessary as an over-flow crowd is anticipated and these may be made by telephoning Mrs. Lou Schissell or Mrs. Penn at B-1550.

February 8, 1952—1) "Beth Jacob Sisterhood Presents Second Annual 'Festival of Spring,' Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: Beth Jacob Sisterhood again will present its Spring Festival on Sunday, February 24th, at Beth Jacob Center starting at two o'clock and continuing until midnight with entertainment promised for children and adults from 2 to 92. Mrs. Robert S. Strauss, General Chairman, is being assisted by Mmes. Ben Elvone, Fritz Bobrof, Bernard Godes, Marvin Bobrof and Morton Thaler, and from advance plans a gigantic affair is promised the community...

2) "Ida Nasatir To Be Honored Guest," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: The Beth Jacob Sisterhood wishes to remind everyone that the luncheon in honor of Mrs. A.P. Nasatir is on February 13 noon. Tickets are now available. Contact Mrs. Louis Schissel or Mrs. Julius Penn for reservations. A book review of Steinberg's "As A Driven Leaf," presented by Mrs. Nasatir will highlight the afternoon's activities. Mrs. Morton Thaler, program chairman, has also planned a musical treat. A well known local artist will play selections. "A delightfully different luncheon" has been promised by Mrs. Penn, luncheon chairman.

May 2, 1952—"Jack Gross Installs Hadassah Officers," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: It's Donor Luncheon time again and in the usual Hadassah manner it promises to be The Greates show on Earth ( with apologies to Cecil B. {De Mille}).  If schedules go unchanged, America's top Toastmaster will be luncheon guest and entertainer. We can't divulge the "who" but we can promise a show of shows.  Mr. Jack Gross, genial civic leader and 1952 UJF campaign chairman, and, incidentally husband of member Loretta Gross, will be featured speaker and installing officer. Mr. Gross has had a first hand meeting with Hadassah's many projects in Israel and will bring to his audience a stirring account of his recent travels through Israel. All facilities of Top's restaurant have been made available for the afternoon affair which will commence at 12 noon on Wednesday, May 21st, with Mrs. David Block as chairman and Mmes. Alfred Bobrof, Harry Felson and Morton Thaler  as her co-chairmen.  Mrs. Robert S. Strauss will be seated as President-elect with an outstanding roster of new officers. This event will mark the end of an outstanding two year term for retiring President, Mrs. E. Al Slayen. The entire restaurant will be transformed into a rare garden glittering with gilt and gorgeous floral displays. Mrs. Alfred Bobrof, Decorations Chairman, and her committee have been working for weeks to insure a wondrous spectacle for all guests. Her co-workers include Mmes. Joseph J. Kaplan, Edward Schwartz and Marvin Bobrof with Mrs. Arthur Gardner in charge of the unusual favors which each guest will receive. The afternoon's theme is "Orchids to You, Mrs. Hadassah." All members should plan to attend this inspiring event.

May 30, 1952—"Hadassah," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 6: The following is a copy of a letter received by Hadassah from Miss Ettilie Wallace, Society Department, San Diego Union, in appreciation to the organization for honoring her as the first recipient of the Ettilie Wallace Civic Award for spreading the goodwill of the organization in our community by a non-member, presented at Hadassah's Donor Luncheon, held last Wednesday at Top's Restaurant. The Donor Committee feels that Miss Wallace's comments best express the many praises heaped upon them and the entire organization for a "job well done" and wish to take this opportunity to thank all the wonderful guests who attended.  "Dear Gertrude Thaler: I admit that the honor Hadassah paid me Wednesday last, through you, had its disconcerting aspects for me—I am NOT accustomed to being on the lens end of the camera! Also, because I estimate your Hadassah cause as truly good; because you handle all with enthusiasm and efficiency; and, because your gracious members take such pretty pictures, I consider it an honor to have such worthy material to put together for a Page One spot, so, at first I did not know how to "wrap-up" a by-product honor. But I have thought on it very much and now I would like to repeat what I said that day —"I like the trees"—I like to think that man recognizes his kinship with nature enough to take on so beautiful, so healing, so foresighted a project as the planting of a forest. So the form of the honor is most comfortable. And the gesture itself, I take it and the gift of the rare orchid as symbols of the kindness that makes us kin—the kindness, the kinness that all men must learn by heart as well as heat.  Apreciatively, Ettilie Wallace.

June 13, 1952—"Seen at Del Mar," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7.... Among San Diegans enjoying the dancing and antics of Carmen Miranda and the Rio brothers on Friday night were Mr. and Mrs. Victor Selten, honoring their aunt and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Miller of Los Angeles, with Mr. and Mrs. David Block, and Mr. and Mrs. Ray Lieberman.Others seen having a good time were Messrs and Mesdames William Starr, Jack Gross, Irvin Kahn, Sam Fischer, Arthur Guyer, Yale Kahn, Julius Kahn, Morton Thaler, Lou Lipton, William Lipin, Irving Hertz, Leo Beck and Dr. and Mrs. Robert Stone.  On Saturday night, too, a large contingent made its appearance. among whom were theMurray Ackermans, Sam Cohens, charles Goldfuss', Dr. and Mrs. J.A. Rittoff, and Dr. and Mrs. Leo Levitt...




-1999-
December 31, 1999Donald H. Harrison, "No fan of smokestacks, Judge Murphy seeks protection for San Diego's beauty," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage.

-2003-
March 7, 2003—Donald H. Harrison, "San Diego gathering remembers Herb Brin," San Diego Jewish Press-Heritage

-2005-
Fall 2005,
Agency for Jewish Education of San Diego, Annual Report 2004-2005...."Legacy Circle," page 11: A project in cooperation with Jewish Community Foundation. The AJE thanks the members of our Legacy Circle whose bequest to the AJE helps ensure the future of Jewish education: ... Cecile Jordan..... "Todah Rabbah to all our generous Donors!," page 14: Haverim... Friends--Gert Thaler

Fall 2005— Seacrest Village Retirement Communities, Happenings: Senior Living in the Jewish Tradition, pages 6-7: It is through the generosity of our Donors that we are able to provide for the well-being of each of our residents. We appreciate your generosity. The following list represents all Donors to our many efforts beginning July 1, 2004 and ending June 30, 2005.  These gifts have helped the Homes to provide the vital services needed for our residents.... Mrs Gertrude Thaler....

October 2005—Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center, Jacobs Family Campus, San Diego Jewish Book Fair, October 27, November 10, 12-16, 2005, program, "Pillars of Light, Annual Giving Campaign"— Trailblazers (donor category) Gertrude Thaler; "San Diego Jewish Book Fair Underwriters," Librarians (Donor Category): Gertrude Thaler..."San Diego Jewish Book Fair Committee," page 17: Gert Thaler

October 18, 2005—Mike Sirota, editor, San Diego Jewish Times, to Gert Thaler, columnist (e-mail): Hi Gert - I hope you're having a good trip. Assuming you're picking up your e-mail, our entire staff wanted to congratulate you on winning a San Diego Press Club 2005 award! I submitted your article, "Ida Nasatir Remembered," and I guess the judges liked it. Too bad you're not here, or we'd send you to the 10/27 awards dinner to accept it. But no worries, we'll take care of it.

October 19, 2005—Zelig's Odyssey by Shimon Camiel (book review by Donald H. Harrison)

2005-12-12  Louis Rose Society Newsletter #13-American Jewish Committee salutes its presidents on LRS website

December 2005—1) "Donor Advised Funds," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 7-10: A Donor Advised Fund is an individual charitable fund that allows you to make a tax-deductible contribution (minimum to establish is $1,800) and then recommend grants in the name of the fund to qualified organizations in the Jewish and general community.... Gert Thaler...

2)  "Book of Life," Defining Our Future, Annual Report 2005, (San Diego) Jewish Community Foundation, pages 32-33: The Book of Life documents promises made by one generation to the next to secure the future of the Jewish community. More than 110 people have inscribed their names in the Book of Life, expressing their belief in and commitment to Jewish values and heritage, and ensuring that our people will survive and flourish. The inscriptions, together with a portrait photograph, detail the personal thoughts, passions and experiences that inspired the gift of a Jewish legacy. Displayed prominently at the Jewish Community Foundation, the Book of Life holds an ever-growing record of names and legacies—a true portrait of our caring community. .... Book of Life Signers...

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2006-06-30 Donald H. Harrison, "New Weekly Feature: An Alef Bet of San Diego County's  Jewish community," jewishsightseeing.com

2006-07-01Donald H. Harrison, "California CPA recruits 'drug carriers' to assist Cuba's Jewish community," jewishsightseeing.com