Smith, Milton and Helen

Milton and Helen Smith owned Economy Furniture Incorporated, a furniture manufacturing business in Austin, Texas. Milton’s father and brother started the business in 1930. Milton later became president of the company. Helen managed the plant for three years when Milton was away during World War II. She later held various titles with the company, including personnel manager and vice-president.

Milton and Helen were extremely involved in the Jewish community, including Temple Beth Israel in Austin, and in B’nai B’rith organizations on the district, national, and international levels. They received the Humanitarian Award from B’nai B’rith in 1969. Helen served as president of B’nai B’rith Women International in 1975. Milton was president of B’nai B’rith on the international and district levels in other years.

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