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I am very interested in locating information about the spitafields section of London in 1916-18. My great Grandfather Abraham Solomon Goldberg owned a resturant on Handbury St. It was called S. Goldbergs Tea Coffee & Dining Rooms. He was married to Anna Goldberg and they had Five children. Polly(pearl) Lilly,Rosa, Ben and Victor. AnnaGolldberg Died in 1918. and the family came over to the United States between 1919 and 1920. My great Grandfather was originally from Vilna and spoke five languages he did some translating for the local police in London. When I recently went to London what I decovered was the street where the Business was is now a large brewery (Trumans). My Sister and I are interested to find out if we have some distant relatives. My name is Karyn Friend My Sister is Laurie Reiner . If you have any information please contact me. Karismett@aol.com

A few years ago, I received a family history translated from the German by a second cousin of mine, Arthur Henry Holmes who apparently lived in Birmingham in 1987. He records that during military service in WWII, he changed his name from Alexander Heinz Holstein to Holmes. I have checked Jewish obituaries for the UK and assume he is still living. He would be a descendant of Alexander Speier-Holstein whose brother Juda was my grandfather. We expect to be in London in July and would love to contact him. Irwin Schiffres (born Erwin Jakob Schiffres in Cologne, son of Lea Holstein) Rochester, NY. Irvjs@aol.com

I am looking for the family of Alf and Esther Sinclair and their son Peter (born 1939). There was also a younger daughter. The Sinclairs lived at 41 Chardmore Road, Clapton, N. 16 in Decenber 1952. Peter had his Bar Mitzvah at the Springfield Synagogue on Dec, 27 1952. (I have the invitation). I am also looking for Mr and Mrs M Raznick (or Resnick), 74 Ashford Court, Ashford Road, Cricklewood, NW2, London. This was their address in 1953. These people are relatives of the THOMPSON (formerly Tomshinsky) family in Canada. This family originally came from Shebesh, Russia and Baranovitch, Russia. I hope you can help me. Thank you. Sorel Thompson Friedman. palomaf@videotron.ca

I am looking for relations of my mother who was born in Manchester in 1904. Her name was Claire Miller, her parents were Elias Miller and Pearl Miller, nee Zwerdling. She had 5 siblings: Maurice, Tobias, Anne, Raphael, Flora. They all grew up in Manchester and came to the USA after WWI. They had relations named "Rose" who were considered confortably established in Manchester. The Roses had at least 6 children, & I have several intriguing photographs of the family. I was told that my English relations moved to London but probably left during the blitz. Now I have no information and would appreciate any and all help. Unfortunately, the generation born and bred in the UK is now all gone. Both grandparents came from Galicia, city of Brody.My name is Sharon Arisohnsaesq2@mindspring.com

I am trying to locate Salvator Petiteau/Petitot/Petito. His father was once the editor of the Jerusalem Post in Israel. Salvator was born in Paris, France and lived in Sunderland or Newcastle in England in 1961/1962 before emigrating to Israel. He was a chartered Accountant. He was born in the late 1930's or 1940's. It is possible that Salvator has since changed his name. If anyone knows of Salvator's wherabouts please contact: Jacqueline R. Thomas, 36, rue de la Voute, 74290 Veyrier du Lac, France. Telephone Number: 00 334 50 60 08 02 Fax Number: 00 334 50 52 85 98

My name is Brenda Habshush(neeBernstien) searching for any imformation about Simon Bernstien, my paternal grandfather, long desceased, husband of Annie Lightman from Leeds.My father was Myer Bernstien,brother of Sidney,Ethel,May,Cissie,lilly,muriel(living in Sandringham Cres.Leeds)and Harry who went to Chicago in1920 never heard of again. please contact Kibbuts Sde Boker, Ramat Negev, Israel.tsionh@ramat-negev.org.il

I am looking for any information on my mothers family. They lived in London in the 1900's till about l920. They moved from London to South America. Their names were the FELDGRAMS, ALFRED OR SOPHIA, PLEASE E-MAIL TO vista25@aol.com

I was born in Brighton,Sussex in 1925.Moved to Edgeware Middlesex in 1938.Went to Edgeware Council School and on to Hendon Technical Ins.1938 Barmitzvah in Edgeware synagoge Mobry rd.Had a lot of jewish friends in this area,but have lost touch since moving to the U.S.A.in 1950.Vernon Woolf would like to hear from anyonein our group. louper25@aol.com will get me anytime.

I am trying to locate a long lost family friend by the name of Daniel Solomon . He was a Captain in the Army during the Second World War and based in Lancashire for sometime.When he was stationed there he was a close friend of my family . My Grandfather has now died but my Grandmother is still alive. I have scanty details of him unfortunately.He was mid twenties in 1944 and a Captain. His family home was 24 Shore Street in London. Whatever happened to him during or after the War we do not know .If you do have any informaton of a Gentleman fitting this description who was from London but based in Lancashire during the War it would be greatly appreciated. My Email address is stirfrydoc@hotmail.com thanks Dr Marcus Andrews.

My name is Marina Ullrich, nee English. My Father was adopted upon his birth october 11th 1911. His adopted Parents were called English. His birth is registered in Wakefield, Yorkshire on 11.10.1911. His mother is given as "Keturah Elizabeth Hill", whose Husband or father owned a 'jewellery shop'. My father was christened John Thomas Hill. As 'Keturah' is a jewish name, I have taken the liberty to ask if there is any record of a Keturah Elizabeth Hill living in Wakefield, Yorkshire in 1911. Thank you very much, Marina Ullrich. My Email is: ullrich@linksnet.com.au

I am trying to find any descendants or news of my great uncle, Charles LANDAU, his wife Clara and their daughters Yettie and Leah. Charles was born in about 1885 in possibly New York, but spent most of his adult life with the Loyal Lancashire Regiment in India. He married Clara, either in England or India and their daughters were born in India, Yettie in 1915 at Bangalore. Leah was a tutor at St Denys College, Murree. He had brothers Nathan, Abraham and Morris and a sister Yetty who all lived in Australia. Before WWII there was frequent contact with the family, but sine the War all contact has been lost. email: libby-estbergs@bigpond.com

I am trying to locate descendants of my great grandparents Edward and Jane Goodman of Liverpool. They had 8 children :- Maurice m. Rose went to work for his mother's family business - Zepherts hat and cap makers. My grandfather Captain Charles. Esther who married Jack Haringman, Marie who married Solly Bernstein, Jim who married Alice,Cissie married Bae Cohen, Sidney who married Sally Drieslma and Bob who married Fay. I am in contact with the desendants of Jim, Sidney and Bob. Has anyone seen or heard of my Father's brother Sidney or his daughter Wendy or his sister Zia Frances and her son Charles? Please e-mail: P.Goodman@tesco.net

I am trying to locate unknown relatives of my mother and father ova la shalom. Also want to make a family tree for my grandchildren. My father was born in Minsk, his name was Benjamin Shapiro, his family went to London, England when he was about 18 months old. His d.o.b was Aug 9 1904, I believe that is the correct year. My Daddy's parents names were Sarah and Noach Shapiro, I do not know my grandmothers maiden name. My mother was born Ann Holman, in London. d.o.b. February 3, 1911, once again, i believe that is the correct year. My mothers parents were born in Poland, and went to London, England, their names were Abraham and Sarah Holman. I do not know my grandmothers maiden name, or where in Poland my grandparents were born. Any help you can give me, will be greatly appreciated. My name is Frances Shapiro, I was born in London, England on September 25, 1935. I now live in the United States with my husband, who was born in the United States, whom had the same last name as I did, hence my married name is the same as my maiden name was. My e-mail address is britam62@aol.com

We are looking for family with the name of either Pauchovsky or Porchenovski or similar spellings now changed to Davis. The family came from Kiev originally to London then went on to Detroit and Chicago. One brother Mark Davis lived in Dunk Street in Londons East End with his wife Dora (nee Michaels) who was born in England. We are the three daughters of David Davis one of the sons of Mark and Dora Davis. We would like to trace any relatives from either side of the family. We know we have a relative called Lesley Davis in Chicago, if she, or any with any information on the family, could contact us perhaps we could learn more! Our e-mail address is mim@fourmoys.freeserve.co.uk

Trying to track down veterans of the Hashomer Hatzair movement in the UK who were members anywhere from the early 1930s to the present. e-mail me: Arieh Lebowitz AriehNYC@Prodigy.net

My name is Evelynne Goldman (nee RIFKIND). I am trying to trace RIFKIND family members. My late father - IRVING was born in London, in 1916, the son of JUDAH RIFKIND & BEATRICE KREMLER. He had 2 sisters MAY m BEN FRANKS & IDA m JIM LAWSON. There was a brother LESLIE who never married. My grandfather JUDAH was born in KOVNO, Lithuania and came to England at the age of about 3. JUDAH'S siblings were: SAMUEL m DORA; BETSY m ISSAC GOLD; ANN m BARNEY STITCHER; RACHEL m LEW SUGARMAN. There was another sibling whose name is unknown. This unknown sibling had at least 4 children - ESTHER who never married and was last known to be in Chicago in 1965/1968. Her siblings were FANNY, REBECCA & ZELDA. ZELDA m HARRY TOBIN & they had 2 children, JUDY & 1 other. Please email me goldmanh@trendline.co.il

Does anyone recall Hannah Spiegel, who together with her sister, had a millinery shop in Wardour Street in the 1950's? Hannah married my cousin, Victor Shnier & I am seeking info about their sons, Bernard & Raymond. Bernard was a theatrical designer & artist & may have been professionally known as Bernard Neville. I would appreciate any info to complete our family tree. Contact me Dorrice120@aol.com

We are looking for family with the name of either Pauchovsky or Porchenovski or similar spellings now changed to Davis. The family came from Kiev originally to London then went on to Detroit and Chicago. One brother Mark Davis lived in Dunk Street in Londons East End with his wife Dora (nee Michaels) who was born in England. We are the three daughters of David Davis one of the sons of Mark and Dora Davis. We would like to trace any relatives from either side of the family. We know we have a relative called Lesley Davis in Chicago, if she, or any with any information on the family, could contact us perhaps we could learn more! Our e-mail address is mim@fourmoys.freeserve.co.uk

I am looking for long-lost cousins believed to be living somewhere in the U.K. - STANLEY AND PHYLLIS ROSE (nee Lyons). Phyllis was originally from Headingley in Leeds. I believe they have two grown-up children, a son and a daughter. In his younger days, Stanley was a renowned table tennis player. Phyllis was the daughter to Julius Lyons. Please contact me Philip Lyons plyons@cwcom.net

My name is Hilary Owen and I'm hoping to trace relatives of my maternal great grandfather, Hyman Boodson born in Lithuania in the late 19th century. He emigrated to South Africa and then England and lived in London in the Finchley/Golders Green area until his death in 1937. He had several brothers who also left Lithuania and emigrated to other countries but the whereabouts of their descendants is unknown. If anyone reading this recognises the name I would be grateful if they would contact me at: hilary@which.net

My name is Frimette Carr. I am the daughter of the late Morry & Joan Kaye my Father was formerly Moshe Kosky and my Mother Yetta Plotski (some time Page). I only ever knew our closest relatives, but I know that my Father had many cousins amongst the surnames were Sherman, Silverman, Feldman, and my mother had a small family, the only surnames I remember are Appleton and Lichtenstein, some of whom we met when I was small. I have noted over the years from the Jewish Chronicle that my Parents generation are gradually deceasing, but if anyone recognises any of the names and would like some light hearted chat please email me. Possibly not connected, but I am also very keen to speak to another "Frimette", I have yet to meet one!. Please contact me at: frimette@clara.co.uk

My name is Beryl Small. I live in Florida now. I was born in the East End of London Beryl Schomberg. 243 Commercial Road. I was there during W.W.2 I went to Jubilee St. School I'm looking for David Shane. Frankie Cohen and Aubry Gilcrest. My dad had a dry cleaning store near Philpot St. I would love to get mail from anyone from the East End, that went to school there before the war. Please contact me at bes528@webtv.net

My name is Phyllis Galfand Jaffee and I'm looking for cousins I visited in London in 1965. The parents were named Posner and lived in Willesden Green and Mrs. Posner's sister was Bluma Feld and lived in Brighton. Gerald Posner was studying to be a reverend and was the same age as me. Please contact me at pjaffee@ma.ultranet.com

My name is Robert White, and the Polish half of my family mostly has disappeared. One cousin remains -- in Poland. I am told that various members of my paternal grandmother's family emigrated to England before all doors were closed to emigration of Jews in Warsaw. My grandmother was Helen Salzberg, née Helen Bernstein. She emigrated to the US in 1909 and lived most of her life in New York City. I have always wondered about my English relatives, but know nothing about them. Could you offer any help? My e-mail address is elgar@inmind.com

I am looking for two families that came to England around the turn of the century. First, when the ladies arrived their name was Beck, Evelyn and Jessie Beck. Evelyn became Evelyn Lester and Jessie became Jessie Isaacs. Evelyn had a son, Keith Lester. The family came from Krislava, Vitibsk, Russia. Thanks for your help, Phil Landsberg Fivee@aol.com

Hi, my name is Shirley Flaum. I am searching for descendants of a Mr. FLAUM who emigrated to Liverpool in the late 1800s. Family legend says that he was from somewhere in Russia, that his surname was originally WIENER and that he had five wives in England. We know of two of children, half-brothers, who emigrated to the US: Theodore FLAUM, b. 1890s, d. 1970s, lived in Massachusetts and Hollywood, Florida, and Barney (nickname ?) FLAUM, b. ~1910, d. 1960s, lived in New York City, Pittsburgh and Miami. My husband is Barney's grandson. Anyone with knowledge of this family please contact Seflaum@aol.com

My name is Ian Zetland, I am looking for a long lost & dear friend that I knew in the 1960s - His name is Melvin Davis. He used to live in Winchmore Hill, then went to New York,at some stage I believe he moved back here, Golders Green, I think. I would love to see him again after all these years. my e-mail is: ianzee@compuserve.com

My name is Alan Harris and I am seeking descendants of cousins of my father Harry Harris son of Abraham Soloman Harris and Johannah Harris (Nee Gutmann)related to the Schockens of Posen And Rogasen respectively. I recall Minnie & Cissie Friedlander of 21 North Tenter Street in London's East End and their married brothers Mickey,Solly and Harry. Then here was Rosalie Linke and her daughter Jean(Ginnie)Bearman The Lovis's and the daughter of Sarah Adler - Amelia Brilliant and the relatives whose name I don't know who owned Castle Cleaners in London Any news welcome Alan Harris aharris@cwcom.net

Hi, my name is Zara Meanwell and I am looking for decendants of my Great Grandmothers siblings (3 sisters - married names unknown), her name was Harriett Eleanor AYERS, born 26th September 1884, West Norwood, England. Parents were William and Annie (maiden name unknown) and apprently owned a sweet shop in London. Any help is appreciated. Zara Meanwell zara@speednet.com.au

My grandfather Theodor Crohn helped a relative living in En gland come to Texas in the 1870s or 80s. The family name was Crown(formerly Crohn). There was some contact between my f amily and a Crown family which lived in Manchester. A cousin who was serving in the US army visited the Crowns in Manchester during the war. Any information would be apppreciated. Eliezer Kroll krolle@netvision.net.il

My name is Richard HOWELLS and I am looking for Jack SILVER on behalf of my cousin Norman SHEFFE. We all three are cousins sharing the same grandparents Jacob and Leah FRIEDMAN of Sunderland. Jack is the son of Lily SILVER, and was last known of as a chemistry professor in the London area. Lily was believed to be in Bournemouth, but may have moved back north. Jack if you read this please get in touch at richard.tawnies@bigfoot.com

My late grandfather Louis Linkoff (b. London 1902) had four sisters in England. Ray (b. 1896; d. 15 Feb. 1920); Annie (b. 1900; d. ? -- probably died in 1940s); Golda (b. ?; d. ?); Becky (b. 1898; still alive in early/mid 1970s). Becky had at least one son, born 5 Sept. 1920. My greatgrandfather's name was Raphael (Ralph) Linkoff (d. May 1937). His wife's name was Mary (Miriam) nee Silverstein. They were from Lithuania. The only London address I have for my grandfather's family was 12 Morgan St. in London's East End. Raphael Linkoff had a brother also came to London; he was killed by a streetcar. There was one sister who went to S. Africa (don't know if she went directly from Lithuania or via England), and apparently another sister, Janie Silverman, who went to New York. My grandfather and his wife Cissie (nee Marks) came to Canada in 1926. My parents visited with Becky and her son in Brighton in the early/mid 1970s. Unfortunately, I don't know what her married name was. Anybody out there who might be part of this family or know something about one or more of its members? Please write to me at gailcopela@aol.com

Looking for any info Re:Isaac Kodis(my father)or his family.I have a medal of his from Stepney Jewish Schools..Dated 1907. skodis@worldnet.att.net

My name is Larry Ray. I am trying to find family or anyone with knowledge of my grandfather, Samuel Jacobson (1871-1941) and his widow Sarah, nee Levy (1890-?). Last known address 11 Rudgrage Sq, Wallasy, Merseyside. There was possibly a Lillian Jacobson of this address too. Samuel probably born Courland, Latvia - his father's name Issac. In the UK he worked as contractor and nickel plate dealer. Contact me at: l.j.ray@ukc.ac.uk

Edith Sonntag, last known residence, London at end of WWII. Seeking any information about her and/or her family. She was a cousin of my father, Harry Sonntag and his brother, Erwin Sonntag. Thank you. sbaldev@gehenna2.rutgers.edu

My name is Kirk Owen and I am trying to contact cousins of my late father Colin. Their names are Coral, Gloria and Pearl Somers (Zomerplaag). They were born in 1939, 1938 & 1936 respectively. Coral married Reginald Pooley in 1960. Pearl married Charles Sibley in 1960. Gloria married Mervyn Amarasekara in 1967. They are the daughters of Nancy (nee Martin) (died 1978) and Harry Somers (died c.1963) They were last heard of living in the Ilford/East Ham district although one of them may be living in Brentwood. Please get in touch with me at imperial@alphalink.com.au

I am Sophie Rybakowa, live in Essen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany, from 1996. Before 1996 all my life I lived in Odessa, in the former Soviet Union, Ukraine. I am a granddaughter of Shnai Josef (Iosif) Grigorievich, and I would like inform about the following: the native sister - Miss Mania Shnai - of my grandfather: Shnai Josef (Iosif) Grigorievich had married in 20-th years in Odesse, Ukraine, Mr. Leo (Liova) Goltser and afterwards they moved to London. Now I am searching for his rest relatives who, to my suppose, might live in Great Britain. To this information I can also add, that they had a relative: Mr.Bernard Goltser. Moreover, now I know exactly, that nowdays in London live two ladies who are daughters of Goltser's family. I know, that these two ladies tried to find me in 1990 with the help of one gentleman in Israel, whose sister had not given me his address. They were like the guests in Israel. I can also inform, that in the beginning of 30-th years Mr. Leo Goltser was a master of piano factory in London. I know as well that on summer 1937 Mr. Goltser visited Odessa, Ukraine, for a couple of months like a guest. I also know Mrs. Goltser-Shnai had died in 1935 in London. I request you very much to inform me about the rest living relatives. My e-mail is: amerum@hotmail.com