SILCOFF, Maurice

SILCOFF, Maurice 

SILCOFF, Maurice 

0.14 metres of textual records. 

4 minute books, initial entries in Yiddish, subsequent ones in English (1926-1971) for the Capmakers Union (Headgear Workers Central Bureau of Canada - cloth hat, cap and millinery workers international union). The books include some inter-filed clippings and loose correspondence. 2 oversize photos; cloak workers union and ILGWU (International Ladies Garment Workers Union). Addition 2009: Booklet , by the Montefiore Observer, consisting of humorous essays written by Maurice Silcoff about life in the Manoir Montefiore Jewish seniors residence in Cote St. Luc. The booklet was produced by his granddaughter, journalist Mireille Silcoff, with endorsements from other family members on the back cover. Also a 3 page biographical poem by Mirielle Silcoff composed for Mr. Silcoff's 98th birthday and describing highlights from his life.