Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Woman's Club Of El Paso

Mrs. Olga Kohlberg

Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / Sunset Heights

Collection: Stout-Feldman Studio Photographs

Source: University of Texas at El Paso Library - Special Collections Department

Reference ID: PH074-3083

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Kohlberg Elementary is named for Olga. Address is 1445 Nardo Goodman. El Paso, TX

More info in Handbook of Texas.

March is Women's History Month. Olga B. Kohlberg held the position of chairman of finance committee of El Paso Woman's Club for thirty years. Source ISBN 0-87-404-061-02 p. 94.

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These young women may be on the stage at the El Paso Woman's Club building. The photograph is mounted on a sign from the International Museum which did not open its doors until the 1930s.

Area: Central / El Paso High

Source: El Paso Museum of History

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International Museum is on Montana St in El Paso, TX. March is Women's History Month. Women dressed to impress.

Betty Mary Smith Goetting

Betty Mary Smith Goetting (1897-1980) was a leading activist in the El Paso community and supported many social and civic projects, supported women's rights and participated in the birth control movement. Born in Jefferson, Texas, the family moved to El Paso in 1910. Goetting (then Smith) graduated from El Paso High School. She then worked as a librarian in the El Paso Public Library, where she became a close friend of the head librarian, Maud Durlin Sullivan. To continue her education she left El Paso but returned and married Charles A. Goetting. They had two sons. In the 1920s Betty Mary became very active in the community: Together with other women, she organized a book and a history club, and she was involved in the birth control movement. In 1937, along with other activists, Goetting opened the El Paso Mothers’ Health Center (later called Planned Parenthood Center of El Paso), and she was named its first president. In its early days, the Center offered birth control, educational materials, and marital counseling. Goetting also served in other organizations, such as the Woman’s Club of El Paso, the El Paso Community Chest Council, the El Paso County Historical Society and many more. Goetting received many awards for her dedication, amongst them the Margaret Sanger Award in 1966.

Area: Central / El Paso High

Collection: Stout-Feldman Studio Photographs

Source: University of Texas at El Paso Library - Special Collections Department

Reference ID: PH074-7860

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March is Women's History Month nationally in USA.

Dr. Helen Castillo and Mary Haynes

Dr. Helen Castillo and Mary Haynes are at the event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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March is Women's History Month in the USA. Both these women active for years in improving community.

Woman's Club of El Paso

Jeffrey Lane, the felocity coordinator of the Woman's Club of El Paso at the event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

The picture was taken in the Woman's Club of El Paso during an event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Rod Linkous and Jackson Polk, standing in front of the Wall of presidents at the Woman's Club of El Paso. They are attending an event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Quida Ritter attends an event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. March is Women's History Month.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Mr. and Mrs. Rod & Rudya Linkous at the event to honor Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, at the Woman's Club of El Paso. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Woman's Club Of El Paso

Jackie Morgan-Tomko, president of the Woman's Club of El Paso. One of the primary speakers at the event to honor Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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March is Women's History Month.

Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Bernie Sergeant, Chairman of the El Paso Historical Commission. He was the Master of Ceremonies to honor Olga Bernstein Kohlberg at the Woman's Club of El Paso. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Woman's Club of El Paso

Members of the Woman's Club of El Paso - during the January 21, 2015 event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The official Texas Historical Commission Marker was placed in her name honoring her accomplishments. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Photos of past presidents of El Paso Woman's Club are on wall of historic building on Mesa Street in El Paso, TX. March is Women's History Month.

Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Cristina Casas- Palmer & Norah Cole, members of the Woman's Club of El Paso helped with the registration desk at the commemoration for Olga Bernsterin Kohlberg. The event was held on January 21, 2015 honoring her with an Official Texas Historical Commission Marker. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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March is Women's History Month.

Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Barbara Dent and Jo Anne Moss, honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg with an Official Texas Historical Commission Marker. The event was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. Woman’s Club of El Paso has been around since May of 1894, changing their name from “Current Topics Club” in 1899 to the current WCOEP. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Left to Right---Hilda Lane, Lisa H., and Tatijana Lane at the event to honor Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The event was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Prince McKenize, Director of the Railroad Museum, is to the left, Rod Linkous to the right. Both are at the event to honor Olga Bernstein Kohlberg with an Official Texas Historical Commission Marker. The Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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Kohlberg obelisk marks graves in Jewish section of Concordia cemetery.

Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

To the left is Elizabeth Goodman Levy, the great granddaughter of Olga Bernstein Kohlberg and to the right is Benita Ravel Neumann. According to the latest state records, Benita Ravel Neumann is a Director in the department Office of Institutional Advancement. Both women attend an Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony. The event was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. The Woman's Club of El Paso was initially a small group of congenial women that started gathering in May of 1894 at the stately old adobe home of Mrs. Mills on San Francisco Street for the study of literature and current events. (http://wcoep.org/history/) Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

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March is Women's History Month.

Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

Mrs. Powell is enjoying the event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa. El Paso. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

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Honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg

To the left of the image is Elizabeth Goodman Levy Great Grand daughter of Olga Bernstein Kohlerg. To the right is Tripper Goodman, Great Grandson of Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, at an official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony. The event was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso. 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

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March is Women's History Month.

Olga Berstein Kohlberg Ceremony

Mrs. Powell is enjoying the event honoring Olga Bernstein Kohlberg. The Official Texas Historical Commission Marker Dedication Ceremony was held on January 21, 2015 at the Woman's Club of El Paso, 1400 N. Mesa El Paso TX. Mrs. Kohlberg (Olga Berstein Kohlberg) was one of the pioneer women of El Paso. In 1884 she left her home, the Rhineland country of Germany, to follow her husband Ernst to El Paso. He was a successful businessman there. Since then, Mrs. Kohlberg was a civic leader and, together with other women, brought into being many projects essential for the growing city at the Rio Grande. Serving on many boards and being active in various groups, Mrs. Kohlberg promoted educational and health issues. In the following, a few of her projects will be named to point out the diversity and intensity of her work: Together with The Ladies' Benevolent Association she established the city's first hospital in 1892 and also supported other charitable projects throughout the years. She supported the education of very young children and students; Mrs. Kohlberg was one of the thriving forces behind the establishment of the first free public kindergarten in Texas and supported the first public library, becoming president of its board in 1903. She served twice as president of the El Paso Women's Club, established in 1898, and was an honorary board member for the rest of her live. She also guided the restoration of the three parks of the city. The Kohlberg family was also active in the Jewish community, supporting the Mount Sinai Jewish congregation in 1898, and the building of Temple Mount Sinai in 1903. In a tribute to Olga Bernstein Kohlberg, Mrs. Charles A. Goetting wrote: “[T]hose of us who knew her, whose lives she touched, can vouch for her indomitable spirit, her dignity, her tolerance, her integrity, her calm, courageous manner and her persistence in working for the best for the community.” (Source: Website of the El Paso County Historical Society) Mr. and Mrs. Kohlberg had four children, three boys and one girl. Ernst Kohlberg died early, in 1910, his wife followed in 1935.

Area: Central / El Paso High

Source: EPMH

Uploaded by: El Paso Museum of History

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