A marble tablet to the memory of the late Joseph Rosenheim was unveiled here this week by the Brotherhood of Temple Mickve Israel. For 55 years, Mr. Rosenheim, who died October 5, 1929 at the age of 88, served as an officer of the congregation. He was a prominent merchant of Savannah and was president emeritus of the congregation at the time of his death.
Regular services in the synagogue conducted by Rabbi George Solomon preceded the unveiling ceremonies. Dedication of the monument was made by Jacob Gazan, while Morton H. Levy, president of the recently formed Brotherhood, presided.
The tribute to Mr. Rosenheim was the fourth tablet to be placed in the synagogue to noted Jews of Savannah. The other so honored men of early history of the community were Jacob La Motta, former president of the congregation; Judah Touro, Jewish philanthropist of the last centruy, and Issac P. Mendes, former rabbi who served the congregation for 27 years.
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