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BUZZ | HISTORY Charleston and the overall success of the state of South Carolina. Francis Salvador Becomes the First Jewish Member of a Legislative Assembly in American history Francis Salvador was only one of nearly two dozen men from the local congregation who would serve in The Revolutionary War. He was selected as one of ten deputies representing the Ninety-Six District in the Provincial Congress (present-day Greenwood County). This elected body worked to develop a state constitution and draft a missive to the royal governor of South Carolina laying out colonists’ grievances against the King. In most colonies, there were injunctions against non-Protestant citizens serving in such roles, but apparently Salvador’s religious convictions were no impediment to his (Above): A historical marker was placed in 2019 in an area of King Street in downtown Charleston that was known as “Little Jerusalem” due to the number of Jewish-owned stores in the area. The historical marker was placed in 2019 and sponsored by the Jewish Historical Society of South Carolina. (Right): Brith Sholom Beth Israel Synagogue (BSBI) in downtown Charleston has stood as a bastion of Orthodox Judaism in Charleston for the past 165 years. 30 | CharlestonLivingMag.com serving in this official capacity. According to In Custodia Legis (a blog from the Library of Congress) Francis Salvador would become the first Jewish person to give his life in the cause of the American Revolution. At the beginning of 1776, Cherokee allies of the British began raiding frontier settlements. In July, they launched attacks in the Ninety-Six District. When Salvador became aware of the attacks, he rode to the plantation of Major Andrew Williams, a soldier in the South Carolina militia who later became a Brigadier General in the continental army, to alert the militia. This thirty-mile dash to warn patriots of the coming enemy earned him the nickname “Paul Revere of the South.” For the following month, Williamson led the militia on a campaign throughout the region. On July 31, Williamson, Salvador, and 330 militia men fell into an ambush at the Keowee River. Salvador was shot in the battle. Cherokee fighters found him lying among the weeds, scalped him, and left him for dead. In his Memoirs of the American Revolution, John Drayton recounts Williamson’s discovery of Salvador after the battle: “When I came up to him after dislodging the enemy and speaking to him, he asked whether I had beaten the enemy. I told him ‘Yes.’ He said he was glad of it and shook me by the hand and bade me farewell, and said he would die in a few minutes.” Salvador was 29 years old. There is a memorial plaque in Washington Square in honor of Francis Salvador it reads in part: Born an aristocrat, he became a democrat; an Englishman, he cast his lot with America; true to his ancient faith, he gave his life for new hopes of human liberty and understanding. Because of Francis Salvador’s sacrifice and the distinguished service of his fellow congregants, the Jewish community of Charleston would continue to grow and thrive. In fact, by 1800 Charleston had the largest, most cultured, and wealthiest Jewish community in America. However, the growth and prosperity of the community was not without its challenges. Fire would destroy the original KKBE synagogue, but it was rebuilt in 1840. A second synagogue, Berith Shalome, later called Brith Sholom Beth Israel, was formed in 1854. The Civil War brought extreme hardship to the community but Brith Shalom managed to remain active and provided kosher meat as well as matzo for Passover during those turbulent and unstable years. Even though the war left many Jewish families decimated and impoverished, they would rebuild. By the early 20th century Upper King Street in downtown Charleston was often called “Little Jerusalem” with Jewish-owned businesses that included furniture and dry goods stores, shoe repair shops, a kosher butcher, and deli. This area was also home to the Lincoln Theatre, a business of particular note in the time of racial segregation for providing a venue showcasing popular films and vaudeville acts for African American audiences. A historic marker on King Street documents this period of important history. The Jewish community of Charleston continues to thrive today with a total population of approximately 10,000 people. The two historic synagogues, which are still in operation, were joined by a third, Synagogue Emanu-El in 1947. Currently, there is a movement supported by the Charleston Jewish Federation to further document the many historic and cultural contributions of Jewish citizens to the historic city. This includes efforts to have Upper King Street named to the National Register of Historic Places. • Tim Lowry is a Southern raconteur from Summerville. Learn more at www.storyteller TimLowry.com.
BUZZ | BUSINESS M From Service to Sales How a former U.S. Marine brings his passion for service to the automotive scene of Charleston By KATELYNN RUTT ilitary retirement holds a unique significance for jay rose, sales and leasing consultant at the Mercedes-Benz of Mount Pleasant. It marked an opportunity to continue serving his local community while embarking on a new career in the automotive field. “When I became a member of the Baker Motor family, I made all my clients an integral part of our illustrious family,” Rose says. “We strive to provide a top-tier luxury experience for our clientele, from the moment they arrive on our lot until they leave with the keys to the car they have always imagined themselves in.” Exceeding expectations is ingrained in the ethos of the Baker Motor family. The goal? To offer around-the-clock assistance, and always aim to get customers back on the road. “My former client was a physician who worked at a local hospital,” Rose says. “He called me for assistance when he got a flat tire on his way to work. I drove to him, provided a courtesy vehicle, and waited with his car until it could be picked up by a tow truck for repairs. That client was able to continue his commute to work and resume doing what matters most, saving lives.” According to Rose, creating a five-star experience and delivering a consistent inventory of safe, innovative models truly does take a village. “From the outstanding performance of our service department, parts advisors, detailers, and highly trained delivery specialists, it is not a mystery why our customers keep coming back to us for the superior experience they associate with Mercedes-Benz,” Rose says. “We strive to continue to provide impeccable service into the future for all of our customers from every walk of life.” Over 20 Years of Experience: Benefit from the wisdom that comes with years of dedicated service. Jay Rose knows the ins and out of every Mercedes-Benz model, ensuring you make an informed decision. • Contact Us MERCEDES-BENZ MOUNT PLEASANT JAY ROSE Telephone: 843-906-8484 E-mail: jrose@bakermotorcompany.com November/December 2023 | 31
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