The Hebrew Free Loan Association Pamphlet

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The Hebrew Free Loan Association Pamphlet

Description

Informational pamphlet published by the Hebrew Free Loan Association in 1952. Pamphlet contains text encouraging members to renew their dues, background information for the association, the 1952 board of trustees, and loan offerings.

Context

The Hebrew Free Loan Association next is a non-profit loan association established in 1903 in Cleveland, Ohio. It was originally founded to aid needy Jewish immigrants but later expanded its service to anyone who could show real need.

Collection

WRHS

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Booklet

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Language

English

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Cleveland, OH

Dimensions

Height

8 in

Width

10-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

Width is measured with pamphlet open. Closed width is 5.25"

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[heading] Our Fellow Man's Need [body] The Hebrew Free Loan Association informed the community of its activities with annual reports like this one from 1952. Known affectionately as "The Poor Man's Bank," the association focused focused its efforts on providing loans "to the deserving, with dignity and respect." Western Reserve Historical Society