People from Passaic
In the 19th century, the textile mills of Passaic attracted many Jewish immigrants, making Passaic one of the main North Jersey centers for Jewish life. Below are selected photos of people from Passaic that reflect the past Jewish presence in Passaic.
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Orchestra photo from Frances Meth, Passaic, NJ, 1952 (See photo for names).
Barnet and Gussie Peres posing for the camera. Date unknown. Courtesy of Sylvia Peres, daughter in-law, wife of Saul Peres.
A Passaic group of women. Sylvia Golden is seated in the center. Can anyone identify the rest of these ladies, the function they are at and the date?
A Passaic group of people ready to share a meal at what looks to be a simcha. Rose Freedman is standing in the center. Who are the rest of these folks?
Passaic’s Michael Miller, Richard “Diek” Miller's grandfather. Date unknown.
A Passaic gathering to celebrate a Seder meal. Can you help us identify these folks?