Showing posts with label Kansas City Cemeteries. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kansas City Cemeteries. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

Helena Baum

Helena Baum was the first Jewish resident to be buried in Kansas City.  Killed by a railroad accident in 1866, the 22 year was initially buried in a small Jewish burial ground at 18th and Lydia.   After Elmwood Cemetery was founded in 1872 Congregation B'nai Jehovah purchased two acres in the southwest corner of Elwood.  Helena and 16 others were moved to the new site.  This stone is the original 1866 stone.   Thanks to Brad Finch for the tip.