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-1949-
June 1949—"Ladies'
Auxiliary S.D. Post No. 185 J.W.V. of the U.S.," Southwestern Jewish
Press, page 6: A business meeting of the Jewish War Veterans Post 185 will
be held Monday evening 8:00 p.m., June 6, 1949, at Temple Beth Israel. President
Nixie Kern, JWV Auxil. will discuss plans and election of delegates, which will
be held for the Department Convention for June 17-19 at Arrowhead Springs,
Calif. Mr. and Mrs. Allan Lame and Mr. and Mrs. David Brooks will sponsor
refreshments and a cake in honor of their sixth anniversary...
July 1949—"Jewish War Veterans Post 185," Southwestern
Jewish Press, page 1: With the election of Manuel S. Fisher to Post
Commander, Harry Aronoff to Senior Vice Commander, Sam Klug to Junior Vice
Commander, Rabbi Morton J. Cohn as Chaplain, Ralph Feldman as Judge Advocate,
Allan Lame as Quartermaster, David Brooks as Adjutant and Dave Frank as Officer
of the Day, the Jewish War Veterans Post 185 began an active year. Under the
guiding hand of Harry aronoff, that hard working team of Aronoff, Joe
Shiffrenson and Joe Spatz planned and completed several fund raising affairs.
The next affair a Card Party at Temple Center at 8 p.m. on July 10th is the next
Post venture...
-1950-
January 27, 1950—(separate, no
headline), Southwestern Jewish Press, page 4: Mr. A.P. Brooks, of
Philadelphia, Pa., is visiting his son and daughter-in-law, David and
Binnie Brooks, 7254 Fulton Street. After a visit to his niece in Los
Angeles, he will return to San Diego for an extended vacation.
March 10, 1950—"Jewish War Veterans Post 185 Auxiliary," Southwestern
Jewish Press, page 9: ...An election of officers was held on Monday, March
6th (by the JWV Post 185). Those elected to officer were Commander, Harry
Aronoff; Senior Vice Commander, Allen Lame; Junior Vice Commander, J. David
Brooks, Judge Advocate, Manual Fisher, Surgeon, Stanley Yukon; Trustees, F.
Randall, Robert Siegel, Marshall Roth; Quartermaster, Marshall Starr; Adjutant,
Abe Wilks.
March 28, 1950—"Jewish War Veterans, S.D. Post No.
185," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 23: Installation ceremonies
for the new officers of the Jewish War Veterans Post No. 185 will be held
"April 17th at Temple Beth Israel. Commander Manuel Fisher will hand the
reins of Post leadership to Harry Aronoff. Other officers to be installed are
Alan Lame, sr. vice commander; David Brooks, jr. vice commander; S.
Randall, trustee, and Manuel Fisher, judge advocate. The Post's Auxiliary is
also holding its installation the same evening. Mrs. Nixie Kern will hand the
gavel to President-Elect Esther Leavitt. Installing officer for the Auxiliary
will be Ann Wager. Harry Apelman will do the honors for the Post. Ever capable
Joe Spatz is in charge of arrangements for the gala evening...
April 14, 1950—"Jewish War Veterans Post. No. 185
and Auxiliary," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 7: A joint
installation of the Jewish War Veterans Post No. 185 and Auxiliary will be held
on April 17 at Temple Center, Third and Laurel Sts., at 8:00 p.m. The
officers of the Post will be installed by Harry Apelman, Past Dept. Commander,
and National Dept. Chief of Staff, assisted by Sam Rose, National Executive
Deputy of the State of California. Officers to be installed are: Harry Aronoff,
Commander; Allen Lame, Sr. Vice Commander; J. David Brooks, Jr., Vice Commander;
Manuel Fisher, Judge Advocate; Marshall Star, Quartermaster; Abe Wilks,
Adjutant, Stanley Yukon, Surgeon; Sol Randall, Bob Seigel and Marshall Roth,
Trustees. Installing officers for the Ladies Auxiliary are Mrs. Ann Wag,
dept. President of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the State of Calif. She will be
assisted by Mrs. Jean Edelstein, Past Dept. President of the State of Calif.
Officers to be installed are Esther Levitt, President; Eva Rerger, Sr. Vice
President; Lil Yukon, Jr. Vice President; Angie Landau, Treasurer; Binnie
Brooks, Corresponding Secretary; Henrietta Cohen, Chaplain; Rose Tepper, Guard;
Anne Schloss, Conductress; Celia Jacobs, Goldie Goldstein and Esther Frank,
Trustees. Chairman for the evening are Joe Spatz and Anne Schloss. An
interesting program has been planned and refreshments will be served by Paulie
Rubel and her committee—Anne Schloss.
April 28, 1950—1) "Jewish War Veterans Post No. 185 and
Auxiliary," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 8: In an
impressive ceremony held April 17 at Temple Center, San Diego Post 185 of the
Jewish War Veterans installed Harry G. Aronoff as commander of the organization,
succeeding Manuel S. Fisher. The Post also installed Allen Lame, Sr. Vice
Commander, and J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander. Installing officer was
Harry Apelman. Other organizations, notably the American Legion, Disabled
American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Spanish-American War Veterans,
Order of the Purple Heart and Catholic War Veterans attended the installation.
Mrs. Esther Levitt was installed as President of the Auxiliary, succeeding Mrs.
Nixie Kern. Mrs. Ann Wager, Department of California Auxiliary President was the
installing officer. Past Department President, Jean Edelstein assisted in the
ceremonies—David Brooks.
2) "Magic Carpet Day, Sunday, April
30th: Be A Worker or Stay at Home Until A Worker Calls on You," Southwestern
Jewish Press, page 16: Over 150 "Modern Miracle Workers" are
expected to participate in San Diego's "Operation Magic Carpet" this
Sunday, April 30th, Morris Douglas, chairman of the day, stated. Gathering for
instructions at Beth Israel Center, the workers will breakfast (courtesy of the
Jolly Sixteen) at 9:30 a.m., receive their lists and be off to knock on doors on
behalf of the "Keep the Miracle Alive" Campaign of the United Jewish
Fund. "Magic Carpet Day," said Douglas, "is an effort to
dramatically call to the attention of the Jews of San Diego, the needs of the
Jews of Europe, Africa and the Moslem countries, as well as Israel, and to have
the greatest possible coverage in the history of any campaign. We hope that our
Miracle Workers will cover over 1200 prospects on this one day." All
organizations have helped in the recruitment of workers. To date, the following
workers have signed their pledge to be the crew of the "Magic
Carpet": .... Dave Brooks...
July 7, 1950—1) "Jewish War Veterans," Southwestern Jewish
Press, page 8: San Diego Post 185 and Auxiliary will sponsor a public
picnic to be held July 23 at Pepper Grove. Special arrangements are being
planned for the children's amusement. A full program is arranged for
the morning and afternoon. The Post meets every 1st and 3rd Monday evening
at 8:00 p.m. at 3rd and Laurel Streets. All former veterans and women with a
veteran's connection are urged to join this organization to carry on their work
at the Naval Hospital, children's rehabilitation and national work in A.D.L.
—J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander.
2) "S.D. Post No. 185 Jewish War Veterans," Southwestern
Jewish Press, Page 8: San Diego Post 185 and Auxiliary Jewish War
Veterans have scheduled the following events. A public picnic at Pepper Grove in
Balboa Park for Sunday, July 23. The public is invited to the veterans
sponsored "Corny-Carnival Night" to be held at Post 185's new home in
Balboa Park at the Veterans Memorial Building. A film, "The Nuremberg
Trials" will be shown Monday, Oct. 16, 8 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial
Building, Balboa Park. The public is invited. November 5, the Post will give
their "Old Time" vaudeville show at the Veterans Memorial Building.
Anybody wanting to get into the act can contact Sam Rose, H 6-0583.
Commander Harry Aronoff is again asking all veterans to join the Post. There is
much to be done for veterans who need help, and the Jewish people everywhere.
For membership contact J. David Brooks, W 7-0867, or Allan Lame, Bank of America
Bldg.—J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander.
August 4, 1950—"Jewish War Veterans," Southwestern Jewish
Press, page 8: San Diego Post 185 Jewish War Veterans and Auxiliary are
holding their picnic at Pepper Grove in Balboa Park August 6, beginning at 10
a.m. The community is cordially invited and urged to bring their children.
Tables will be available for lunches. A real old fashioned picnic is promised.
The Post will hold a business meeting at the war Memorial Bldg., Balboa Park,
August 7 at 8 p.m. All those desiring information regarding their enlistment
status will be helped at this meeting. commander Harry Aronoff will be available
to advise all former veterans—J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander.
August 18, 1950—1) "Volunteers for Blood Bank
Needed," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 1: The Blood Bank in San
Diego is planning a Jewish Veterans Day. It is suggested that those
desiring to donate their blood do so in memory of a departed veteran. All
volunteers should call J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander of SD Post 185, W.
7-0867. Leave your name and address and a card will be sent telling you
when to appear at the Blood Bank...
2) "Jewish War Veterans," Southwestern Jewish Press, page
7: On Saturday evening, August 19, Temple Center will be the setting for
the Jewish War Veterans "Corny Carnival." Admission is free and
a $185.00 Kaiser Dishwashing Machine will go to some lucky person present. There
will be other worthwhile prizes given away that evening and all who attend are
promised an evening of fun. These Carnival Nights are for the purpose of raising
money for the Post's Naval Hospital program, and it behooves the community to
come out and support their work. The War Veterans and Auxiliary are the only
organizations permitted to pass into the hospital and the work that has been
done in the last five years is a credit to the Jewish community. Now that
U.S. men are bearing arms in Korea, a heavier load will be put on the shoulders
of Post 185. With the support of the community the load will be lightened.
The Post's work will not be stopped as long as an injured veteran is in the
hospital—J. David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander.
September 8, 1950—"Jewish War Veterans and Auxiliary," Southwestern
Jewish Press, page 5: The regular meeting of the Jewish War Veterans and
Auxiliary will be held on September 18 at the War Memorial Building, Upas and
Park Blvd., at 8:00 p.m. The business meeting will be followed by a social.—J.
David Brooks, Jr. Vice Commander.
-1951-
April 13, 1951—"Jewish
War Veterans," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 17: Post 185 will
hold installation of officers at the War Memorial Bldg, Balboa park, April 16,
at 8:30 p.m. Incoming officers are Allan Lame, Commander; J. David Brooks, Sr.
Vice Commander; Norman Gelman, Jr. Vice Commander. The community is
cordially invited to attend the ceremonies and to inspect the new building and
grounds. Notables of other Posts will attend. Department Commander
Alvin Malinow, will be installing officer. Outgoing Commander, Harry
Aronoff, will be presented the Past Commander pin.
-1952-
April 4, 1952— "J.W.V. Auxiliary," Southwestern
Jewish Press, page 18: The community is invited to attend the installation
of newly elected officers for Post 185 and Auxiliary to be held at the War
Memorial Bldg., Balboa Park, April 17 at 8 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Installing Officer for the Post will be Harry Apelman, Post Commander, and Past
Dept. Commander, Mrs. Ann Wager, who is President of Department of California
Auxiliary will install the auxiliary officers. Leo Mintz will install new
members. Post officers to be installed are: J. David Brooks, Commander;
Norman Gelman, Sr. VC; Louis Samuels, Jr. VC; Allan Lame, Judge Advocate;
Stanley Yukon, Quartermaster; Sidney Steckel, Adjutant; Sam Klug, Surgeon. Post
Trustees are Ben Snyder, Adolph Brodman, and Norman Wolf. Rabbi Morton J.Cohn is
Post Chaplain. Auxiliary Officers are Binnie Brooks, President: Lillian Yukon,
Sr. VP; Theresa Furst, Jr. VP; Nixie Kern, Cor. Secy; Ruth Hecht, Rec. Secy;
Angie Landau, Treas; Henrietta Cohen, Chaplain; Helen Cohen, Conductress; Ann
Schloss, Lillian Silverstein, Pauline Rubel are Trustees; Myra Schoenthal,
Guard; Celia Jacobs, Patriotic instructress; Jennie Turner, Historian. Binnie
Brooks will serve her second year as Auxiliary President and at the same time
her husband, J. David Brooks, will be Post Commander.
April 18, 1952—1) "Schwartz-Shall Marriage
Told," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 3: Mr. and Mrs. Jack Schwartz
of San Diego, announce the marriage of their son, Bernard, to Nannette Tobey,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Shall, in Los Angeles on April 6th. Rabbi Max
Borstan of Pasadena Synagogue officiated. Bridemaid was Ruth Anna Schwartz, best
man was Lt. Herbert Newmark and Sanford Hirsch was the ring bearer. After
a week's honeymoon at Yosemite Park, the young couple will reside at 1619 E. 3rd
St., Oakland, Calif. The bride is a teacher at the Oakland City Schools and the
groom is employed at the Mission Community Center in San Francisco. Visitors
attending the wedding from San Deigo were Messrs and Mmes. Morris Stokes, Robert
Imberman, Morris Hirsch, Frank Kennin, Wm. Rodney, Jules Schwitkis, Simon Rich,
Henry Goldy, Julius Newmark, Marshal Naiman, Wm. Schwartz, Jack Weinberg, Lloyd
Lienhart, Jos. Gelman, David Brooks, Richard Disraeli, Irwin Green and Dr. and
Mrs. Jos. Giovanazzi.
2) "Jewish War Veterans," Southwestern Jewish Press, page 5:
Newly elected officers of San Diego Post 185, Jewish War Veterans and Auxiliary
were installed in an impressive ceremony at War Memorial Bldg, April 17th. The
senior officers installed were J. david Brooks, Commander; Norman Gelman, Sr.
V.C.; Louis Samuels, Jr. V.C. For the Auxiliary, Binnie Brooks, President;
Lillian Yukon, Sr. V.P.; Theresa Furst, JR. V.P. Commander Brooks spoke on
fighting communism....
-1992-
July
27, 1992—Eulogy for Sam Brenes, delivered by
Rabbi Leonard Rosenthal
-2005-
October 31, 2005—Visit to
David Brooks' grave, Shalom Lawn, Greenwood Cemetery, San Diego:
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