Scope and Contents
Researchers studying the Mike Bock Family Papers will gain insight into Jewish life in Atlanta, Georgia. The papers are arranged in alphabetical order by subject and chronologically within each folder.
Dates
- Creation: Majority of material found within 1944 - 1966
Creator
- Bock, Michael E., 1907-1998 (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
There are no restrictions on accessing material in this collection.
Conditions Governing Use
Copyright restrictions may apply. Unpublished manuscripts are protected by copyright. Permission to publish, quote, or reproduce must be secured from the repository and the copyright holder.
Biographical / Historical
Michael E. Bock was born in Atlanta, Georgia on January 24, 1907. His parents were from Vladivostok, Russia. He worked for the Edison Brothers shoe store chain for over 45 years, retiring as a district manager. A member of Ahavath Achim Synagogue and active participant in the Atlanta Jewish Federation for over 50 years, he was also a Mason. Mike Bock was married to the former Sonia Marks (1909-1983) until her death, and they had two children: Ivan D. Bock and Ilene Bock Zier. Mr. Bock died the day after his 91st birthday, on January 25, 1998.
Extent
0.4 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Abstract
Mike Bock was born in Atlanta, Georgia. His parents were from Vladivostok, Russia. The collection consists of memorabilia from Edison Brothers Stores, Inc., 1944-1966; and a scrapbook compiled by Ilene Bock Zier, 1951-1956 consisting of B'nai B'rith Youth Organization, school, and camp material.
Arrangement
The papers are arranged in alphabetical order by subject and chronologically within each folder.
Physical Location
The Cuba Family Archives for Southern Jewish History, The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum, 1440 Spring Street NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30309.
- Title
- Mike Bock Family Papers, Mss 159
- Status
- Completed
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum Repository
1440 Spring St. NW
Atlanta Georgia 30309 United States
678-222-3700
