Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

Series

Fonds

4

Series

7

Material Format

textual record

architectural drawing

graphic material

Date

1913-1999

Physical Description

22 cm of textual records

4 architectural drawings

2 photographs

Admin History/Bio

Shomrai Shabbos is an orthodox congregation which was founded in 1896. Sol Edell’s grandfather, Rabbi Yosef Weinreb, served as rabbi of the congregation from 1900 until 1942. The synagogue was in several downtown locations until it moved to its present location on Glengrove Avenue in North York in 1966. The congregation has grown steadily over the years and now has a membership of over 350 families. Sol Edell’s family were members of the congregation when he was a child. Although he retained his membership in the congregation after his marriage, he rarely attended the services at the synagogue. However, he did continue to participate in fundraising on behalf of the synagogue.

Custodial History

The earlier records were collected by Sol's grandfather, Rabbi Yosef Weinreb, or his father, Paul Edell. After their deaths, Sol maintained his membership in the congregation and continued to receive material from the synagogue.

Scope and Content

Series consists of records documenting the establishment, construction, membership and activities of the Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue. Included is correspondence, speeches, technical drawings, financial records, ledgers, a tribute book, legal records, flyers, bulletins, marriage certificate receipts, certificates, invitations, a photograph, and stationary.

Name Access

Felder, Gedalia, Rabbi

Yosef, Weinreb, Rabbi

Subjects

Architecture

Synagogues

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

9

Material Format

textual record

Date

1961, 1992

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of publicity leaflets and correspondence relating to the publication of books written by Rabbi Felder. In addition, there is correspondence relating to a memorial book published by Shomrai Shabbos following the death of Rabbi Felder in 1992.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

12

Material Format

textual record

Date

1980, 1989

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of an invitation to a testimonial dinner honouring Rabbi Felder, the spiritual leader of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue as well as a commemorative dinner journal.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

13

Material Format

textual record

Date

1986-1987

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of correspondence relating to the appointment of Rabbi Yaakov Felder as spiritual leader of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue as well as an invitation to the installation ceremony.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

19

Material Format

textual record

Date

[198-]-[199-]

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of publicity flyers and correspondence announcing programs sponsored by Shomrai Shabbos including lectures, receptions and picnics.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

21

Material Format

textual record

Date

1959-1999, predominant 1982-1999

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of notices to Shomrai Shabbos members relating to the Annual General meeting and giving details of the agenda as well as the list of candidates running for election.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

24

Material Format

textual record

Date

1949-1960, 1984

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of appeals for donations to Shomrai Shabbos synagogue funds including the Book Fund, the Yizkor Fund, the Building Fund and the Charity Fund as well as receipts for donations given to these funds.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

25

Material Format

textual record

Date

1963, 1985-1999

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of notices sent to the membership of Shomrai Shabbos informing them that them of changes in synagogue dues as well as letters from members relating to the payment of dues.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

29

Material Format

textual record

Date

1978-1982

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos ledger book listing assets, liabilities and bank balances.

Physical Condition

Damage to spine. Dampness. Pages falling out. Back and cover may need to be replaced. Requires conservation work.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

34

Material Format

textual record

Date

1980-1984

Physical Description

1 folder textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue bulletins.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

35

Material Format

textual record

Date

1985-1989

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue bulletins.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

36

Material Format

textual record

Date

1990-1993

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue bulletins.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

37

Material Format

textual record

Date

1994-1995

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue bulletins.

Source

Archival Descriptions

Part Of

Solomon Edell fonds

Shomrai Shabbos Synagogue series

Level

File

Fonds

4

Series

7

File

38

Material Format

textual record

Date

1998-1999

Physical Description

1 folder of textual records

Scope and Content

File consists of Shomrai Shabbos synagogue bulletins.

Source

Archival Descriptions