Exhibits
As we prepare for our biennial Ann Loeb Sikora Humanitarian Award ceremony, we take time to reflect on not only this year’s honorees and why they are so deserving, but also to revisit the individuals and families who have been recognized throughout the generations in Jewish Dallas.
The purpose of an award is, often, to honor those who have made significant contributions in an area of service or competition. They stand in memoriam of a period of time—a date, an event, an era—where an individual holds special renown. Some awards may be simple public acknowledgement, while others may include a plaque, trophy, certificate, or other memento to anchor the occasion in time.
In the DJHS Archives, we see a trend of individuals or families being honored repeatedly, which serves to highlight the trends of service, philanthropy, and healthy competition that are engrained within the Dallas Jewish community. We also see an expansive range of organizations that present awards, which speaks to the diversity of interests and activities adopted by members of the Jewish community.
Undoubtedly, the notion of recognizing, thanking, celebrating, or otherwise uplifting individuals who make a difference is alive and well in the greater Dallas area. It is from this place of gratitude thatcommunities thrive. Bonds grow in moments of engagement and appreciation—and nostalgia thrives as we reminisce.
Whose name do you recognize in the display? Chances are you know at least one. How, or why, do you remember them? Is it because of something they accomplished to earn the award portrayed? Reputations are formed over time and remain with us long after the events with which they were created. Commemorative items such as plaques or trophies simply provide a tangible reminder.
While the display is by no means a comprehensive representation of awards in the collection, or of the individuals who have earned accolades, Shining Stars aims to share in the history of remarkable individuals who have received recognition in the Jewish and general Dallas communities over the years. Please peruse the display and take the opportunity to recollect.
Tribute Poem Honoring Ray Israel, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Sig Badt, Master of Ceremonies Mid-Cities Anglers Club, 1972, Sig Badt Collection
Sam Miller’s Contributions to Y.I.T Club, 1924, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Trophy presented to Sam Miller by Members of Shearith Israel, 1910, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Jewish Committee on Scouting, presented James Greenstone, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Presented to Magdalene Folz as Dallas Fashion Arts Woman of the Year, 1959 (detail), Lorch Company Collection
Presented to Magdalene Folz as Dallas Fashion Arts Woman of the Year, 1959, Lorch Company Collection
Recognition for Continuing Dedication to the Jewish People, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Presented to Sam Biderman for Service to Y.M.H.A. June 26, 1923, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Trophy presented to Morris Ablon at his Stag July 10, 1920, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Bowling Trophy, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Golf Trophy presented to Edwin Waldman, Reuben Levy, Abe Lichtenstein, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Jewish Welfare Federation, Multiple Honors 1968-1973, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Abe J. Golman AZA Memorial Trophy, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Tiferet Israel, Pillars of Strength Award presented to Pearl & Aaron Klausner, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Outstanding Leadership Award presented by Jewish Welfare Federation to Irvin Jaffee, Dovie & Irvin Jaffee Collection
Presented to the Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas by Akiba Academy August 30, 1998, Jewish Federation of Greater Dallas Collection
Jewish Federation Campaign, 1981, presented to Helen Gross in recognition of continuing dedicated service, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Toastmasters International Communication and Leadership Award, Adlene Harrison Collection
Dallas County Grand Jury Acknowledgement, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Volunteer Service Recognition from Rhoad Terrace Pre-School, Milton J. Loeb Collection
YWCA Award, Presented to Dovie Jaffee, Dovie & Irvin Jaffee Collection
Dedication to Masonry Award, 1985, William Soltes Collection
Milton Angrist Memorial Plaque, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Sefer Torah Inscription by Rabbi Pearlman, Morris Polishuk Collection
Save Open Space Certificate of Appreciation, Adlene Harrison Collection
Golden Gloves Tournament, 1985, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Personalities of the South Award, Dr. Rabbi Nissim Wernick, 1975-1976, Rabbi Nissim Wernick Collection
Maurice Giller AZA Appreciation Award, 1952, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Service Award presented to Isidore Zesmer, Ginger Jacobs Collection
Idelle Rabin, Obelisk Award, 1980, Idelle Rabin Collection
JCC Leader of the Year, Awarded to Shirley & Erven Rovinsky 1974 & 1975, Courtesy of Shirley & Erven Rovinsky
Unsung Hero Award, 2018, Courtesy of Jenny Claeys
Jewish National Fund—1000 Trees Planted in Recognition, Pearl & Aaron Klausner Collection
Ida Goldstein, Shearith Israel Sisterhood Golden Anniversary, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
Preston Gendler Recognition Award, 1976, Jewish War Veterans Post #256 Collection
An Ode to Rhoda Lewins, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
1976 Human Relations Award presented to Idelle & Leon Rabin, Idelle Rabin Collection
Aleph Zadik Aleph (AZA) of Junior B’nai B’rith Leadership Award Pin, Harold Schackman Collection
Medal from National Conference of Christians and Jews Brotherhood (reverse), Adlene Harrison Collection
Medal from National Conference of Christians and Jews Brotherhood, Adlene Harrison Collection
First Ever AZA Sweetheart Pin, given to Pearl Freed Klausner, Dallas Jewish Historical Society Collection
