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  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, Board meeting minutes for November 13, 1939. Regarding support for refugees, “Mrs. Arthur Kling reported the arrival of 12 emigrees since last meeting. All of them have been visited by the committee.” In addition, Mrs. Ben Wilde reported “the enthusiasm and interest shown in the Council’s Workshop for German women” and noted “articles” will be available for sale at the November Book Tea. The minutes also recount expenses and remaining Council funds for May through October. The first two main points of business relate to education. The finance Committee agreed to send $62.50 to “Miss Irene Levy to maintain her sister in a school in Belgium.” The Penny Lunch fund reported “50 free lunches daily are being given, making a $50.00 monthly expenditure.” Updates regarding the Committee of Education’s book review meetings, the Committee of Hospitality’s Tea, and upcoming Council meetings are given. An extended discussion of National Council matters occurred during the Committee of Peace and International Relations report

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, Board meeting minutes for April 9, 934. These meeting minutes cover local Council affairs and matters of national and international importance. The minutes recount the year's expenses and remaining Council funds. The Council decided “that whatever balance remained on hand in the General fund at the end of the year be set aside for relief in the aiding of German Jewish Children.” The meeting covered reports from various Committees, including the Committee on Education, the Penny Lunch fund, and the Student loan fund. The planned “study groups on Anti-Semitism” was set for the fall “under the leadership of Rabbi Solomon N. Bazell.” Additional community events and talks were discussed. The correspondence portion of the meeting addressed letters regarding upcoming radio broadcasts by national President Mrs. Fanny Brin about “The World Conscience and Anti-Semitism”

  • National Council of Jewish Women Annual Luncheon Meeting minutes for April 16, 1934. As a follow-up to the March open meeting, the Council discussed “the action of the National Board relative to its activities in relief work for German Jewish Children.” The Council decided “that whatever balance remained on hand in the General fund at the end of the year be set aside for relief in the aiding of German Jewish Children.” Reports were given by the Committees on Education, Penny Lunch, Social Welfare, Hospital Circles, Student Loans, and Memorial funds. The upcoming book review meeting and talk by Rabbi Wise were announced, and the Council discussed the proposed “study group on ‘Anit-Semitism’ . . . under the leadership of Rabbi Solomon N. Bazzell.” The Nominating Committee report lists officers for 1934-36 and directors for 1934-37. “Mrs. E.H. Wehle reported on plans for systematizing the library at Waverly Hills Sanitarium and requested contributions for magazine subscriptions.” The correspondence section of the meeting covers discussions about the Copeland Pure food and Drugs Bill, local charitable events, and messages of thanks.

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes for December 18, 1933. Boycotts of German goods were thoroughly discussed, and three recommendations were adopted by a majority vote: boycott all German goods

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes for February 19, 1934. The Council endorsed the Tydings Resolutions and encouraged members to "write to State Senators and Representatives-at-large urging the adoption of the Tydings Resolutions. Additional reports were given by the Penny Lunch Committee, Committee on Social Welfare, and Committee on Education regarding ongoing charitable work and upcoming events. In the correspondence portion of the meeting, the Council discussed a “letter from Mrs. Fanny Brin, National President, requesting that letters be sent to state Senators urging America’s adherence to the World Court.” Other letters of appreciation and local news were also read.

  • National Council of Jewish Women, Louisville Section, open meeting minutes for March 19, 1934. The Council discusses the possibility of joining the Louisville Conference of Jewish Organizations. A letter from Mrs. Fanny Brin, National President, concerns the Committee on Aid to German Children and finding places for German children to stay. In relation to the ongoing boycott of German-made goods, a letter is read from the Non-Sectarian Anti-Nazi League regarding fabric gloves made in other countries. The minutes recount the expenses and remaining Council funds for February through March. Next, “Miss Mary Hicks of the City Health Council . . . gave a short talk on Negro Health Week observance.” The Nominating Committee report lists officers for 1934-36 and directors for 1934-37. Announcements for upcoming book review sessions, community events, and talks follow. Additional letters concern notes of appreciation, upcoming events, and the Tydings Resolution. The meeting closes with a musical program and discussion of french composers.

  • The Plymouth Settlement House Board of Directors Minutes is a 66 page document that details proceedings of the Board of Directors' meetings and Executive Board's meetings that occurred from January 26, 1967 to January 28, 1971 in Louisville, Kentucky. The document also includes two letters from the Indiana-Kentucky Conference of the United Church of Christ to the ministers of the Indiana-Kentucky Conference.
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