UNLV University Libraries Photographs of the Response to the 1 October Shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada
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UNLV University Libraries Photographs of the Response to the 1 October Shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada
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UNLV University Libraries Photographs of the Response to the 1 October Shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada
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Oral history interviews with Frieda 'Faye' Steinberg conducted by Barbara Tabach on September 10, 2014, November 10, 2014, and August 15, 2017 for the Southern Nevada Jewish Heritage Project. In these interviews, Steinberg discusses her upbringing in New York City, New York and moving to San Antonio, Texas because of her father’s health. She recalls attending the University of Texas and becoming an elementary school teacher. Steinberg describes moving to Las Vegas, Nevada with her husband in 1958, her husband’s career in radiology, and joining Temple Beth Sholom. Later, Steinberg discusses the increase of the Jewish population in Las Vegas, how she celebrates the Sabbath, and the importance of Jewish education. Lastly, Steinberg talks about being honored by Jewish Nevada for her work in Women’s Philanthropy.
There are several versions of the same speech included in this transcript, which was delivered by Eileen Brookman at a gathering of B'nai B'rith, where Eileen's "Aunt Daisy" was installed as the President of the chapter.
In this interview, the Straus? discuss the joys of growing up in Las Vegas during the 1960s and 1970s, and the changes within the community over time, especially in educational opportunities. Both talk about Joyce Straus? career as artist and art educator, and the influence she had on their lives. They also remember Heidi?s father, Jay Sarno, and the impact he had on the local gaming industry. There is also discussion of the founding of Congregation Ner Tamid, the role of Jewish women?s philanthropy within the community, as well as the establishment of The Meadows School.