Jews and Jewish life
Found in 202 Collections and/or Records:
Libby and Edward Marvins Papers
This collection contains documents and memorabilia donated by Libby and Edward Marvins related to their time as congregants at Emanu El as well as an oral history conducted with Libby Marvins by staff with the Houston Jewish History Archive in 2018. The materials (including photos, newsprint, correspondence, and other unique items) offer insight into the events and organizations of the Houston Jewish community in the latter half of the 20th century.
Linda Freedman Block Family Papers
One box contatining a bound volume of Noah's Ark childrens newspaper, Hadassah minutes, cookbooks, and a WWII ration book documents some activities that Linda Freedman Block's family was involved in from 1922 to 2012.
Loeb / Blank Family Papers
One box of correspondence, family history materials, photographs, and publications document the lives of the Loeb/Blank family from 1736-2002.
Loeb Family Papers
This collection consists of two boxes containing Emanuel (Beaumont) programs, news clippings, photographs, certificates, a remembrance card, marriage contract (Ketubah), and legal documents, such as deeds and wills, ranging from 1834 to 1995.
M. Pejji Golden Collection
The collection contains correspondence, certificates, photographs, booklets, and Masonic / Shriner materials that document the life and activities of M. Pejji Golden from 1944 to 1986.
Marilyn Hassid SAR Collection
The Marilyn Hassid SAR Collection contains materials from the Houston Chapter of the nation’s largest Jewish Fraternity, giving insight into the chapter’s events and day-to-day existence.
Marjorie Arsht Letters
One box containing correspondence with Marjorie Arsht from individuals in the Texas Republican Party documents personal affairs and some political and social activity in which Marjorie Arsht was involved from 1962 to 2002.
Martin and Naomi Warren Papers
This collection consists of one box containing news clippings, membership cards, photographs, and biographical information documenting the lives of Martin and Naomi Warren from 1952-2010.
Martin Nathan collection
The Martin Nathan Collection contains photographs and scrapbook pages depicting Martin Nathan over the course of his life, with a focus on his Bar Mitzvah. The detailed identification of attendees and extensive gift list offer a clear depiction of the ceremony.