Beaver Valley United Jewish Community oversized photographs 1917-1958 1946-1958 [photographs]

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Beaver Valley United Jewish Community oversized photographs 1917-1958 1946-1958 [photographs]

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The oversize photographs feature several panoramic views of banquets held in Pittsburgh during th mid 20th century. There is also a photo dating from 1917 of the first Beaver Falls confirmation class.

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Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 8189745

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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Aleph Zadik Aleph. Beaver Valley Chapter.

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National Council for Jewish Women.. Beaver Valley Chapter.

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United Jewish Appeal (Pittsburgh, Pa.)

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B'nai B'rith. District Grand Lodge No. 2

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