Background
Gitelson, Moses Leo was born on December 12, 1896 in Russia, (American parentage). Son of Nehemiah and Bailey (Weiseiski) Gitelson.
Gitelson, Moses Leo was born on December 12, 1896 in Russia, (American parentage). Son of Nehemiah and Bailey (Weiseiski) Gitelson.
To graduate Jewish Theological Seminary American Teachers Institute, 1915. Bachelor of Science, College City of New York, 1916. Master of Business Administration, New York University, 1921, Doctor of Philosophy, 1926.
Merchant since 1916; selling agent since 1935. Partner Nehemiah Gitelson & Sons, New York City since 1920. Merchant banker, since 1954.
Director Gitelson Fabrics Corporation, Benguitelle Corporation.
Chairman board of trustees New York Board Trade. Appointed to board overseers Jewish Theological Seminary of America, 1946.
Trustee Jewish Public Society of America, American Institute Founder: Nehmiah Gitelson Foundation, 1932. Gitelson Libraries, Foundation, 1932.
Gitelson Awards Foundation, 1934.
Gitelson Research Foundation, 1934.
Served with Chemical Warfare Service, World War I. Member Phi Beta Kappa, Alpha Epsilon Pi. Republican; Clubs: Lotos, Arkwright, Economic (New York City).
Married Miriam Silverman, July 14, 1935. Children: Consuelo (Mistress Charles Stephen Gruber), Susan Aurelia Sarah.