Avrohom Krauss

Immigration heralded in a new and uncertain chapter in the life of the immigrant. Success driven, but greatly challenged, the new American yearned for support, camaraderie and the familiar. Free loan and burial societies, orphanages, old age homes, landsmanshaften and other Jewish social service organizations were created to fill these needs. This presentation will survey key organizations of late- nineteenth to mid- twentieth century which helped acclimate our ancestors to their adopted land and highlight contributions and genealogical relevant material.