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	15. "Jewish Study Club Organized," Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, July 30, 1925, p. 9		15. "Jewish Study Club Organized," '''Dubuque Telegraph-Herald''', July 30, 1925, p. 9

	16. "Jewish Campaign in Dubuque Nov. 8," ''Telegraph-Herald'', October 31, 1926, p. 4		16. "Jewish Campaign in Dubuque Nov. 8," ''Telegraph-Herald'', October 31, 1926, p. 4

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	In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (13)		In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (13)

	[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant), the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and was chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (14)		[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant), the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and was chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (14) Dr. Kadesky was elected secretary of the Jewish Study Club organized in July, 1925. The focus of the organization was to raise more youth spirit toward Jerusalem. (15)

	In 1926 Dubuque Jewish community was asked to participate in the United Jewish Campaign, an effort to raise $25 million nationally for relief of those living abroad. American Jewish leaders had hoped the 1922 campaign would be the last, but economic depression, care of war orphans, and the reconstruction by means of joint loan banks led to the program being continued. Led locally by Joseph Ballin and an executive committee of Harry Kasaier, Louis Rotman, M. Mendelsohn, S. Rappaport, and Charles Belsky, the local drive to raise $8,000 was planned to be carried out person-to-person in one day. (15)		In 1926 Dubuque Jewish community was asked to participate in the United Jewish Campaign, an effort to raise $25 million nationally for relief of those living abroad. American Jewish leaders had hoped the 1922 campaign would be the last, but economic depression, care of war orphans, and the reconstruction by means of joint loan banks led to the program being continued. Led locally by Joseph Ballin and an executive committee of Harry Kasaier, Louis Rotman, M. Mendelsohn, S. Rappaport, and Charles Belsky, the local drive to raise $8,000 was planned to be carried out person-to-person in one day. (16)

	Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.		Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. Catholics and Protestants joined Jewish religious leaders in the celebration. (16)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. Catholics and Protestants joined Jewish religious leaders in the celebration. (17)

	The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (17)		The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (18)

	Dubuque and its citizens embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (18)		Dubuque and its citizens embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (19)

	Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (19)		Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (20)

	Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. (20)		Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. (21)

	[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi [[ALEXANDER, Stephanie\|Stephanie ALEXANDER]], the first rabbi in nearly fifty years.		[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi [[ALEXANDER, Stephanie\|Stephanie ALEXANDER]], the first rabbi in nearly fifty years.

	The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (21)		The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (22)

	See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]]		See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]]
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	15. "Jewish ~~Campaign in Dubuque Nov. 8~~," ''Telegraph-Herald'', ~~October 31~~, ~~1926~~, p. 4		15. "Jewish Study Club Organized," Dubuque Telegraph-Herald, July 30, 1925, p. 9

	16. "~~Faiths Unite~~ in ~~Dedicating Synagogue~~," ''Telegraph Herald'', ~~November 127~~, ~~1939~~, p. 16		16. "Jewish Campaign in Dubuque Nov. 8," ''Telegraph-Herald'', October 31, 1926, p. 4

	17. ~~Fleishake~~, p. 48		17. "Faiths Unite in Dedicating Synagogue," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 127, 1939, p. 16

	18. ~~Hyfler~~		18. Fleishake, p. 48

	19. ~~Ibid.~~		19. Hyfler

	20. Ibid.		20. Ibid.

	21. Fleishake, p. 61		21. Ibid.

			22. Fleishake, p. 61

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	The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (20)		The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (20)

	See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]],		See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]]

	[[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]],		[[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]]

	[[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]],		[[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]]

	[[HERZBERGER, Magda]].		[[HERZBERGER, Magda]]

			[[ALEXANDER, Stephanie\|Stephanie ALEXANDER]]

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	In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (12)		In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (12)

	[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God~~) (1~~) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (13)		[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant), the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and was chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (13)

			In 1926 Dubuque Jewish community was asked to participate in the United Jewish Campaign, an effort to raise $25 million nationally for relief of those living abroad. American Jewish leaders had hoped the 1922 campaign would be the last, but economic depression, care of war orphans, and the reconstruction by means of joint loan banks led to the program being continued. Led locally by Joseph Ballin and an executive committee of Harry Kasaier, Louis Rotman, M. Mendelsohn, S. Rappaport, and Charles Belsky, the local drive to raise $8,000 was planned to be carried out person-to-person in one day. (14)

	Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.		Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. Catholics and Protestants joined Jewish religious leaders in the celebration. (14)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. Catholics and Protestants joined Jewish religious leaders in the celebration. (15)

	The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (15)		The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (16)

	Dubuque and its citizens~~, however,~~ embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (16)		Dubuque and its citizens embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (17)

	Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (17)		Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (18)

	Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. (18)		Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. (19)

	[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.		[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.

	The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (19)		The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (20)

	See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]],		See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]],
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	14. "~~Faiths Unite~~ in ~~Dedicating Synagogue~~," ''Telegraph Herald'', ~~November 127~~, ~~1939~~, p. 16		14. "Jewish Campaign in Dubuque Nov. 8," ''Telegraph-Herald'', October 31, 1926, p. 4

	15. ~~Fleishake~~, p. 48		15. "Faiths Unite in Dedicating Synagogue," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 127, 1939, p. 16

	16. ~~Hyfler~~		16. Fleishake, p. 48

	17. ~~Ibid.~~		17. Hyfler

	18. Ibid.		18. Ibid.

	19. Fleishake, p. 61		19. Ibid.

			20. Fleishake, p. 61

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	Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.		Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (14)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. Catholics and Protestants joined Jewish religious leaders in the celebration. (14)

	The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (15)		The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (15)
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	14. ~~Hyfler~~		14. "Faiths Unite in Dedicating Synagogue," ''Telegraph Herald'', November 127, 1939, p. 16

	15. Fleishake, p. 48		15. Fleishake, p. 48

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	[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (12)		[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (12)

			Social organizations included the Aleph Apeph Club for boys started in 1932. In December 1933 a "Young Israelite" club was organization. Hadassah was organized locally in June, 1939 with Irene Slivken its first president.

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (13)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (13)

	Dubuque and its citizens, however, embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (14)		The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junior Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (14)

			Dubuque and its citizens, however, embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (15)

	Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (15)		Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (16)

	Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid 19th century. (16)		Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid-19th century. (17)

	[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.		[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.

	The ~~Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president~~ of the ~~Rotary. Charles~~ was ~~a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y~~.M.~~C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junor Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive~~ in ~~1929~~. (17) ~~Other prominent Dubuque residents of the Jewish faith have included~~ [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]], [[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]], [[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]], ~~[[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]], and~~ [[HERZBERGER, Magda]].		The history of the Jewish community in Dubuque was written by Ruth L. Belsky. Entitled ''101 Years with Dubuque Jewry'', it appeared in '''The Iowa Jewish News''' in 1934. (18)

			See: [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]],

			[[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]],

			[[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]],

			[[HERZBERGER, Magda]].

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	14. ~~Ibid~~.		14. Fleishake, p. 48

	15. ~~Ibid.~~		15. Hyfler

	16. Ibid.		16. Ibid.

	16. Fleishake, p. 48		17. Ibid.

			18. Fleishake, p. 61

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	In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (11)		In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (11)

	[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in 1927. (12)		[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in October 1927 with Dr. [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]] as its first president. (12)

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (13)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (13)
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	10. ~~Fleishae~~, p. 58		10. Fleishake, p. 58

	11. Hyfler		11. Hyfler

	12. ~~Ibid~~.		12. Fleishake, p. 59

	13. ~~Ibid.~~		13. Hyfler

	14. Ibid.		14. Ibid.

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	In 1890, Bnei Jeshrun had changed its name to B’nei Abraham (Children of Abraham). A second congregation, Knesses Israel (gathering or assembly of Israel), had opened on 15th and Elm possibly to serve recent arrivals from Poland, Russia and Lithuania whose liturgy and culture differed from earlier French and German settlers. A third group Kehilla (literally “community”) appeared for a time and may have been a fraternal organization or a separate prayer quorum or minyan. The Jewish community was firmly established; local newspapers regularly ran stories about Jewish holiday services, celebrations and other temple events. (9)		In 1890, Bnei Jeshrun had changed its name to B’nei Abraham (Children of Abraham). A second congregation, Knesses Israel (gathering or assembly of Israel), had opened on 15th and Elm possibly to serve recent arrivals from Poland, Russia and Lithuania whose liturgy and culture differed from earlier French and German settlers. A third group Kehilla (literally “community”) appeared for a time and may have been a fraternal organization or a separate prayer quorum or minyan. The Jewish community was firmly established; local newspapers regularly ran stories about Jewish holiday services, celebrations and other temple events. (9)

	Many Jewish residents of Dubuque took advantage of membership in the [[HEBREW BENEVOLENT SOCIETY]], [[HEBREW LADIES BENEVOLENT SOCIETY]], or the [[HEBREW PROGRESSIVE LITERARY ASSOCIATION]].		Many Jewish residents of Dubuque took advantage of membership in the [[HEBREW BENEVOLENT SOCIETY]], [[HEBREW LADIES BENEVOLENT SOCIETY]], or the [[HEBREW PROGRESSIVE LITERARY ASSOCIATION]]. A Hachnesses Orchim society cared for transient strangers and provided food, a place to sleep, and some money. When it was organized in July, 1908 the leaders appeared to be William Olansky and M. Kassler. (10)

	In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (10)		In 1901, Kenesses Israel had 125 families and was meeting on 10th and Washington. Around that time, the Hebrew Ladies Benevolent Society provided funds for the congregation to buy a lot and 2-story house on Maple between 17th and 18th, which they remodeled into a synagogue. The congregation, forerunner of Temple Beth El, lasted another 35 years until the [[DUBUQUE PACKING COMPANY]] bought the property and, shortly after, demolished the building. (11)

	[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in 1927. (11)		[[Image:certificate.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Certificate of membership in B'nai B'rith]]The current Temple Beth El (House of God) (1) was funded largely by B’nai B’rith Dubuque Lodge 1029 (B’nai B’rith, meaning Children of the Covenant, the oldest continuously operating Jewish service organization in the world. It was started in 1843 and chartered in Dubuque in 1927. (12)

	The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (12)		The temple – serving 85 member families - was dedicated in 1939 at a time when Hitler was storming Europe and anti-Semitism was being promoted in the United States by people like Henry Ford and Father Charles Coughlin. (13)

	Dubuque and its citizens, however, embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (13)		Dubuque and its citizens, however, embraced the congregation. The laying of the cornerstone was an ecumenical affair attended by Jews and non-Jews. Synagogue President, Louis Rotman laid the cornerstone. B’nai B’rith President, Meyer Zuckerman chaired the program and the speakers were Rabbi Monroe Leavens of Des Moines, District Court Judge P.J. Nelson, a Catholic; and Rev. William E. Brehm of the First Congregational Church now [[FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST]] of Dubuque. (14)

	Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (14)		Temple Beth El is a small, but vibrant worship community whose families hail from within a 90-mile radius and represent an age span from 6 months to 94. Some members have lived in the region nearly all their lives and have connections back to the temple's earliest days. Others were raised elsewhere, came to the region for school or work, and settled down to build lives within the Temple Beth El family. The congregation has welcomed some recent additions as several young people have moved to the area to begin careers. (15)

	Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid 19th century. (15)		Temple Beth El members represent teachers, professionals, leaders of businesses and organizations, and students. The congregation has a strong social justice mission, and many members are active volunteers for area charities and nonprofits. Temple Beth El provides an opportunity to strengthen Jewish identity and deepen respect for Jewish ritual and tradition through the celebration of life cycle events and the observation of Jewish holidays. The temple also provides opportunities for members to live by Jewish values as they help to build and shape Dubuque and the region, much like their Jewish predecessors who founded the Jewish community in the mid 19th century. (16)

	[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.		[[Image:alexander.jpg\|left\|thumb\|150px\|Rabbi Alexander]]In 2008 Temple Beth El was served by Rabbi Stephanie Alexander, the first Rabbi in nearly fifty years.

	The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junor Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (16) Other prominent Dubuque residents of the Jewish faith have included [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]], [[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]], [[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]], [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]], and [[HERZBERGER, Magda]].		The Belsky brothers were active in civic organizations. Max was president of the Rotary. Charles was a board member of the [[YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION (Y.M.C.A.)]] and school board and president of the Junor Chamber of Commerce and chairman of the first Community Chest drive in 1929. (17) Other prominent Dubuque residents of the Jewish faith have included [[SLIMMER, Abraham\|Abraham SLIMMER]], [[LEVI, James\|James LEVI]], [[AARONSON, Milton\|Milton AARONSON]], [[KADESKY, Max\|Max KADESKY]], and [[HERZBERGER, Magda]].

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	9. ~~Ibid.~~		9. Hyfler

	10. ~~Ibid~~.		10. Fleishae, p. 58

	11. ~~Ibid.~~		11. Hyfler

	12. Ibid.		12. Ibid.
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	15. Ibid.		15. Ibid.

			16. Ibid.

	16. Fleishake, p. 48		16. Fleishake, p. 48

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