Re: Temple Am David (Dec. 11)
I read with sorrow of the dilemma facing Temple Am David. My parents were among the founders of the temple – among the pioneers who ventured out of Providence and began living life in the suburbs.
They were a joyous group, carrying the Torah each week to the venue rented for services. In the early years my dad, Irving Schmuger, volunteered his services as cantor. The Sisterhood put out a wonderful cookbook for Passover, a weekend rabbi was employed – and the congregation grew.
Slowly but surely, the Jewish population expanded in Warwick – and a building was built. Temple Am David contributed much to Jewish life in Rhode Island and now sadly it is necessary to close its doors, but the memories will always stay with us.
Selma Stanzler
Chicago, Ill.
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