1 10 8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1910-10-12 Birthplace Liverpool, England Death Date 1991-05-24 Occupation Spiritual Leader Source of File Attached "Rabbis to Join in Bible Series." The Record, 28 Nov. 1966, p. B-2. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Swift, Issac Louis (1910-1991) Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Holocaust Description An account of the resource Isaac Louis Swift was a pivotal Orthodox rabbi whose leadership helped shape Jewish religious life in Englewood and across Bergen County during the second half of the twentieth century. Born in Liverpool, England, into a distinguished rabbinic family, Swift was immersed from an early age in Jewish learning and communal responsibility. His father, Rabbi Berel Swift, was a noted educator and the founder of Liverpool’s first yeshiva, a legacy that strongly influenced his own path. Swift pursued advanced religious studies in London and was later ordained in Israel. In the aftermath of World War II, he participated in post-Holocaust rescue efforts, assisting in the identification and recovery of Jewish children who had been hidden in monasteries, convents, and non-Jewish households during the years of Nazi persecution. This humanitarian work left a lasting mark on his rabbinic career and worldview. In the mid-1950s, Swift immigrated to the United States, first serving as a congregational rabbi in Brooklyn. Recognizing the potential for Jewish communal growth in northern New Jersey, he relocated to Englewood in 1960. There, he became the spiritual leader of Congregation Ahavath Torah, the city’s oldest Jewish congregation, guiding it through a period of expansion and institutional development. Under his leadership, the congregation moved to a new synagogue on Broad Street, symbolizing the maturation of Orthodox Jewish life in the area. Beyond the pulpit, Swift played a foundational role in building Bergen County’s Orthodox infrastructure. He helped establish key educational institutions, including the Moriah School of Englewood, and later supported the creation of Frisch Yeshiva High School, which provided intensive Jewish education for students from a wide range of backgrounds. In the late 1960s, he was instrumental in forming what became the Rabbinical Council of Bergen County, strengthening cooperation among Orthodox communities throughout the region. He also founded the Teaneck Mikveh and assisted in the establishment of the Englewood Mikveh, further anchoring religious life locally. Swift retired from active congregational service in 1984 but remained deeply engaged as rabbi emeritus of Ahavath Torah, dedicating his later years to adult Jewish education and mentorship. He was married to Ruth Etlinger Swift and was the father of two daughters, Valerie Sharfman and Batya Yasgur. Remembered as a builder, educator, and moral leader, Rabbi Isaac Louis Swift left an enduring imprint on Englewood and on Orthodox Jewish life in Bergen County. Merrill, Laurie C. "Rabbi Swift, 80, Jewish leader." The Record, 28 May 1991, p. A-11. "Rabii Isaac L. Swift." Daily News, 29 May 1991, p. 20. "Rabbi Isaac L. Swift, 80, Orthodox Leader." The Star Ledger, May 28, 1991. "Oldest Englewood Congregation Motorcades to New Synagogue." The Record, November 13, 1960. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ludder, Rachelle Children Genocide Religion https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/a35ac1a601c1ce94b3a0fd636a017faf.jpg 3e2a348b24b69893fec53e9abe8d3d1f Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Organizations and Institutions Organizations and Institutions A group of individuals cooperating under similar beliefs to reach an agreed-upon goal. Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Date Started 1935-12 Type of Institution Religious Source of File Attached "Install Officers." The Record, 9 Dec. 1935, p.15. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Hebrew Men's Association Description An account of the resource The Hebrew Men's Association was founded in 1935 by the Congregation Ahavath Torah at the Englewood Synagogue located on Englewood Avenue. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Install Officers." The Record, 9 Dec. 1935, p.15. Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Religion https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/bafbc1f801f49bdf3634ff115ee9416f.jpg 4a211357020905db94f96c828a3e3621 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Organizations and Institutions Organizations and Institutions A group of individuals cooperating under similar beliefs to reach an agreed-upon goal. Metadata for organizations and institutions provides information for the basis of an investigation into the creation, purpose, beliefs, and actors involved in an organization and institution. Type of Institution Religious Source of File Attached "Party Staged By Sisterhood." The Record, 15 Dec. 1959. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Sisterhood of the Congregation Ahavath Torah Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Party Staged By Sisterhood." The Record, 15 Dec. 1959. “<a href="http://www.ahavathtorah.org/sisterhood">Sisterhood</a>.” Sisterhood - Congregation Ahavath Torah. <div></div> Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Description An account of the resource The Sisterhood of the Congregation Ahavath Torah is an organization that organizes events and fundraising for their community. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Ludder, Rachelle Colman, David Religion Women Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Occupation Businessman Spiritual Leader Source of File Attached "Gross Seated By Synagogue." The Record, 28 June 1962, p. S-1. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gross, Myron (?-?) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Gross Seated Ad Head Of Synagogue." The Record, 22 June 1962, p. 13. Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Description An account of the resource Myron Gross was a spiritual leader and businessman. He was a member of the Congregation Ahavath Torah. He was the vice president of the Pioneer Paper Company of North Bergen Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Religion Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1885? Birthplace Russia Death Date 1962-11-05 Occupation Spiritual Leader Source of File Attached "Elders Lauded By Rabbi Gold." The Record, 2 Mar. 1951, p. 10. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Goldberg, Nathan (1885?-1962) Description An account of the resource Nathan Goldberg was a spiritual leader. He lived in Englewood for fifty-two years. He was one of the founders of the Congregation Ahavath Torah. He had a wife, Frieda. He had four children, Edna Grusky, Lillian Dorf, Molly Khan, and Louis. Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Elders Lauded By Rabbi Gold." The Record, 2 Mar. 1951, p. 10. "Nathan Goldberg Succumbs at 77." The Record, 6 Nov. 1962, p. 32. Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Religion Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1913-02-22 Death Date 1956-09-22 Occupation Spiritual Leader Source of File Attached Marshall, Lois Leaver. "Life in Death." The Record, 17 Jan. 1953, p.5. Birthplace Brooklyn, New York, USA Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Gold, Moshe (1913?-1956) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Install Rabbi Moshe Gold As Torah Spiritual Leader." The Record, 22 Nov. 1949, p. 14. "Burial in Israel." The Record, 25 Sep. 1956, p.4. Marshall, Lois Leaver. "Life in Death." The Record, 17 Jan. 1953, p.5. "<a href="https://www.geni.com/people/Rabbi-Moshe-Gold/6000000000134256821">Rabbi Moshe M. Gold</a>." Geni. "Rabbi Wolf Gold Dies In Tel Aviv." The Record, 10 Apr. 1956. Subject The topic of the resource Religion, Judaism Description An account of the resource Moshe Gold was a spiritual leader. He was the Rabbi at Ahavath Torah for seven years until his passing. His father was Zev "Wold Gold" Krawczynski. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Religion Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Birth Date 1906? Birthplace Tenafly, New Jersey, USA Death Date 1997-04-03 Occupation Homemaker Business Owner Realtor Source of File Attached "Mrs. Goldstein Cited By Pace As Career Woman, Homemaker." The Record, 7 Dec. 1963, p.8. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Goldstein, Sarah (1906?-1997) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived "Mrs. Goldstein Cited By Pace As Career Woman, Homemaker." The Record, 7 Dec. 1963, p.8. "Goldstein." The Record, 3, Apr. 1997, p.L-6. Subject The topic of the resource Business, Local Religion, Judaism Description An account of the resource Sarah Goldstein was a realtor who lived in Englewood. She graduated from Pace College in 1926. She founded Sarah K. Goldstein Real Estate in 1951. She was a member of the Sisterhood and Hadassah at Congregation Ahavath Torah, the Englewood Chamber of Commerce, the Council of Jewish Women, and the B'nai B'rith Women of Englewood. She also was the president of the Englewood-Tenfaly Chapter of Zonta International. She was married to Somuel Goldstein. She had two daughters, Carol Abaya and Reba Reznick. Contributor An entity responsible for making contributions to the resource Colman, David Ludder, Rachelle Business https://archive.englewoodmakeshistory.org/files/original/973ca6759acf791ccd60df5855289b1f.jpg 76ff391686fec7734352af14e230050c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource People People An individual. Metadata for a person provides detailed biographical information to describe the life of a historical figure. Death Date 1994 Occupation Politician Pharmacist Source of File Attached "Principals at Congregation's Services Briefed." The Record, September 21, 1959, p.3. Birth Date 1900 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Moskin, Albert (1900-1994) Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Gavin, John A. "Albert Moskin, 94; ex-Bergen freeholder." The Record, June 14, 1994, p.31. Subject The topic of the resource Politics, Englewood Religion, Judaism Englewood New Jersey, Fourth Ward Veterans Medical Services Description An account of the resource Albert Moskin devoted more than three decades to public service, becoming one of the most influential municipal leaders in Englewood's twentieth-century history. A lifelong Englewood resident, Moskin's political career began in 1929 when he was appointed to the city's Board of Police Commissioners, launching a public career that would span thirty-six years. In 1933, Moskin was elected councilman from Englewood's Fourth Ward, a position he held until 1951. Remarkably, he repeatedly won election in a predominantly Democratic ward despite being a Republican, reflecting the personal respect he earned across political lines. After serving briefly as councilman-at-large, he was elected mayor, leading the city from 1954 through 1959. During the latter part of his public career, he also represented Bergen County as a county freeholder, serving until his retirement from government in 1965. Beyond elected office, Moskin maintained a successful career as a pharmacist. After decades in the profession, he opened Moskin's Pharmacy on West Palisade Avenue in 1962 and continued operating the business until 1980, long after leaving public office. Friends and family remembered him as someone who placed community service above politics, frequently helping residents find employment, assisting local institutions, and making himself available whenever neighbors needed assistance. Moskin was also deeply involved in civic and religious life. He belonged to Congregation Ahavath Torah in Englewood and participated in numerous community organizations, including the Englewood Jewish Community Center, the American Legion, the Jewish War Veterans, the Bergen County Pharmaceutical Association, and the Englewood chapter of B'nai B'rith. Born on March 5, 1900, Moskin served for nine months during World War I before pursuing higher education at Columbia University, New York University, and Rutgers University's Newark College of Pharmacy. He married Rose Moskin, who predeceased him in 1987. Together they raised two sons, Donald and Alan. When Albert Moskin died in 1994 at the age of ninety-four, he left behind a legacy defined by decades of public service, civic leadership, and dedication to the people of Englewood. His uncommon ability to earn the trust of residents across political divides made him one of the city's most respected public figures of the twentieth century. Health Politics Religion