[Personal Memorandum from Roger W. Straus to I. H. Kempner, June 22, 1956]

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Letter from Roger W. Straus to I. H. Kempner inviting him to read over his letter regarding the "Back to the Synagogue" Program which seeks to motivate Jews in America to return to their synagogues and support the social programs that result from higher rates of synagogue attendance. He suggests that Kempner may consider making a contribution to this organization. In the original letter, he mentions the importance of synagogues as a spiritual place, their importance in social and communal programs, and the need to increase attendance numbers to create a more positive identification with synagogues in America.

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[2] p. ; 26 x 21 cm.

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"Back to the Synagogue" Program June 22, 1956.

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Letter from Roger W. Straus to I. H. Kempner inviting him to read over his letter regarding the "Back to the Synagogue" Program which seeks to motivate Jews in America to return to their synagogues and support the social programs that result from higher rates of synagogue attendance. He suggests that Kempner may consider making a contribution to this organization. In the original letter, he mentions the importance of synagogues as a spiritual place, their importance in social and communal programs, and the need to increase attendance numbers to create a more positive identification with synagogues in America.

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[2] p. ; 26 x 21 cm.

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Harris and Eliza Kempner

One of Galveston’s most iconic families, the Kempner family influenced the social and philanthropic landscape of Galveston, and its members created an expansive economic empire. This collection includes both personal papers and documentation of the family's involvement in business and industry.

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  • June 22, 1956

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"Back to the Synagogue" Program. [Personal Memorandum from Roger W. Straus to I. H. Kempner, June 22, 1956], letter, June 22, 1956; (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1490943/: accessed June 9, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Rosenberg Library.

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