Aaron Kurtz, a prominent Yiddish poet, lecturer and editor, died in his home here yesterday after a long illness at the age of 72.
Born in Russia, Mr. Kurtz came to the United States in 1911. He wrote articles on Yiddish literature and was editor and publisher of “Heintike Lieder,” a magazine of contemporary Yiddish poetry. Among his books of poetry were “Chaos,” “Figaro,” and “Plakaten.”
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
