June 12, 1953

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Vol. XXXI—No. 39

OMAHA, NEBRASKA. JUNE I*. 195S

Administration Unfolds Plan for Israel, Arabs Washington (.ITA)— The Kkenhowcr Administration has decided on a "stcp-by-step" program-to attempt gradually tu resolve IsraelArab differences with concentration on the Arab refugee problem enviconed as the first step. This was made known this week by a high Slate Department source'who sought to clarify American aims in the Israel-Arab area. It was decided in the wake of Secretary of State John Foster Dulles' return from the Near East that this government could do nothing dramatic "overnight" to bring Arab-Israel peace.' In some ways, it was found, the situation has deteriorated rather than improved. Consequently, u formula o( approaching individual problems one at a time has been decided upon. An early development indicated was an approach to Arab leaders alined at "breaking the back" of the Arab refugee proglem. Also visualized arc moves to absorb the Arab refugees through development schemes facilitated by the Mutual Security Aid program, to solve Arab-Israel border problems, to work out Israel compensation to Arabs for abandoned properties, consideration of the internationalization of Jerusalem, and re-assurances to allay Arab 1 ears. "• ~ N The State Department believes peace might be expedited as a result of the rcaffirmatlon by the Administration of the tri-partltc non-aggression agreement of 1950. The need for economic aid for the Near East was stressed and military assistance was mentioned in Agreement this connection. Concern that ConJerusalem (JTA) — Agreement gress may reduce Mutual Security on early submission to Parliament Aid economic appropriations was of a State Education law which indicated by top department offi- would prohibit display of any flags cials who expressed fear not only in Israel schools except the Israeli for the Near East but for the en- or the singing of any anthems extire economic program through- cept the Israeli, this week had ended the c a b i n e t crisis and out the world. brought return of the General Zionists to the Government coaliIt was revealed that the State tion. Department has asked Congress The General Zionists also refor funds for Israel and the Arab ceived further assurances that the states which represent about the Minister of Education would issame amounts previously allocat- sue instructions on t h e flaged. Tlie State Department made anthem issue pending enactment known that it felt it had reduced of the new legislation. the aid program as much as was The General Zionists had walkprudent. It indicated that further ed out of the government in procuts might endanger world secur- test against the display of the Soity and foreign policy objectives. cialist Red Flag and the singing It has been noted by the archi- of the "Internationale" in some tects of the present U. S. foreign schools on Labor Day. policy that there ha3 been very slow progress in the Israel-Arab Unemployment Tel Aviv (JTA—Finance Minisarea. They feel that the American people are getting a better ter Lcvl Eshkol revealed that the government has "almost succeedcducotion "in what both sides add up to." It Is held that no real ed^' in resolving the unemployprogram existed during the Demo- ment problem in the country. The cratic Administration to solve the actual number of unemployed in •Israel-Arab situation. On the oth- Israel, he said, is about half of er hand, it was stressed that the the anticipated 30,000. Republican Administration cannot Restrictions on the use of electake the position that what has tric power in Israeli homes may happened in Palestine can be un- be ended and it will be possible ~ done because the new Administra- to extend irrigation activities in tion maintains that it does not feel the arid regions of the country Israel should be undone. now that Tel Aviv's Reading Power Station has been opened. The new turbine, which began operatEXPORTS ing thi3 week, has a power rating '. New York (JTA)—Israeli firms of 50.000 kilowatts. exported goods worth $12,073,000 to tho United States during 1052, Leaders Meet tho Israel consulate disclosed here. Jerusalem (JTA)—A meeting of Tho diamond a n d precious leaders of the United Jewish "Apfitoncs industry exported goods peal and the Israel Bond Drive In worth $10,028,000 to lead all other the United States will take place Israeli Industries. Books, maps, in Jerusalem In the near future to pictures.and stamps came second1, prepare for representative Jewish accounting for $4G2,OOO worth of gatherings in the Fall, it was anexports, and wool manufacturers nounced at a press conference here and cotton products were third by Finance Minister Levl Eshkol, and fourth, respectively, with who was just returned from a visit $107,000 and $00,000. lo the United States. -

On the Israel Scene

Provisions M ®de f o Return Park (JTA)—Tho text of the agreement among tho Catholic hierarchy In France, the Grand Rabbinate of Franco and representatives of the family of tho Finaly boys providing for tho return of the two kidnapped Jewish children, was made public hero, after Grand Rabbi Jacob Kaplan released a statement questioning the good faith of the Catholic authorities and pointing out that uftcr three months the children still have not been relumed to France. Tiio agreement provided for: 1, Dropping all criminal charges against the persons who kidnapped tho children onco they ore returned to France. 2. After the children arc brought had-, lo Fiance, without publicity or police intervention, they will l;e i.'Jcjn 1o the home of Andre

Well, leading French Jew, where they will be joined by Mrs. Hedwig Rosnor, their aunt, who is now in Israel. 3. Mrs, Rosner agrees to bring up the children with the asslstanco of a social worker chosen by agreement between the Grand Uabbi and a representative of French Catholics. No religious pressure of any kind will be brought to bear on tho children. 4. Within four months another agreement will be reached bearing on tho upbringing of the children and tho respective rights of 'all parties in tho affair. The children will remain in M, Weil's home. 5. After tho four months, the children will enjoy full religious liberty In a wny that will mnko It possible for them later to choose, whatever religion they wish to observe.

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Beautiful patina ware is among the many items displayed at the Israeli exhibit at the opening of the World Trade Fair Tuesday Dishes, ash trays and pitchers reflected their aqua coloring which simulate oxidation of centuries These are patterned after the bronze dishes which were excavated after being burled for centuries in time. Shoes made in Israel are also on view. Ladles' slippers exquisitely hand embroidered with gold tlirend, are shown with designs traditionally Jewish, which may be as.old as the Temple of Solomon. The embroidery is done by Yemlnlte Jews, many of whom were flown to Israel by means of the operation "Flying Carpet." Other items on view Include figurines depleting, biblical characters, candles, New Year cards, gloves, sweaters, men's and women's, raincoats and ladles' topc o a t s .

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Dell Feuerlicht, Director of the Economic Department of the Zionist Organization of America, stated the purpose of the exhibit is to acquaint the buyers with Israeli exports and the stores which arc stocking them. He continued, the fashion line exports are showing a steady increase. These include sweaters, jersey suits and children's wear. The stress is on exports to the U. S., Feuerlicht added, for Israel has to buy consumer goods and is trying to close the Rap between consumption nnd production of goods. The great problem, he said, is in supplying the domestic market and many products are rationed.

Global Report Stevenson ~ iKindon (JTA)—Former Governor Adlnl Stevenson, winding up a 3ix-day visit in Egypt, spoke come blunt truths at a press conference in Cairo and gave t h e Arabs some advice they found unpalatable. The Democratic standard-bearer told a press conference la t h e Egyptian capital that "Israel Is here to stay—and so arc the Arab States." He advised that "Israel and the Arab States should come to some arrangements on their problems pending a settlement." Mrs. Hobby Washington (JTA) — R a c i a l prejudice is costing the United States from 15 to 30 billion dollars annually, Mrs. Ovcta Culp Hobby, Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare, declared in a speech prepared for delivery at gradua'tion exercises at Ohio Wesleyan University. Secretary Hobby declared that I'the Indulgence of this prejudice Is costing the U. S. tax dollars in what must be a s t r o n o m i c a l amounts." She added that because "people are not allowed to reach their full potential, not permitted to earn the salaries their work merits" they cannot reach their full potential as consumers and taxpayers, First Time Cincinnati (JTA)—For the first time In Its 70-ycar history, the Hebrew Union College-Jewish Institute of R e l i g i o n this week awarded e a r n e d Doctorates in Philosophy to a Christian clergyman and an Israeli scholar, both of whom have been studying at the Reform college since 1950. In addition, 13 graduates were ordained rabbis at the college's commencement exercises here.

On Radio and TV This Sunday, from 0 to 0:30 a, m., over KO1L, "Message of Israel" will feature n broadca.it by Rabbi Bertram W. Korn of Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel, Wyncote, Pa.

Abba Eban

Report by Dulles Provokes Criticism New York (JTA)—The report on the Middle East broadcast last week by Secretary of State John Foster Dulles, following his tour of the area, provoked lively criticism this week and raised considerable doubts. The Times of London, in a caustic comment, advised Mr. Dulles that government with more experience "may seek impartial policies, too, but without any illusion that this will automatically win them respect and regard on all sides." It warned him that "there is no ready-made key to International harmony lying on the ground to be picked up and used." Official Israeli circles were definitely not pleased by the Dulles report and there was some concern that Mr, Dulles might expect too many concessions from Israel to appease the Arabs. The Secretary of State's apologetic attitude toward the Arabs for American aid to Israel was also criticized and the view was expressed that the United States did not have to apologize to the Arabs for any aid to Israel. One Arab reaction to the Dulles report was voiced by Mohammed Fuad Gala], Egyptian Minister of National Guidance, who said that "if there is anything to be understood from the statement of Mr. Dulles, it is that America's assistance to Israel Is considered as a danger by the Arabs."'•••••• ".: When the Brown Derby Waiter asked Phil Silvers, "How did you find your steak, sir?" Phil replied: "It was just luck. I happened to move that piece of potato and there it was."

Washington (JTA)—The twoday national emergency conference of the United Jewish Appeal concluded here with contributions in cash totaling $20,391,000 toward the special cash drive for $25,000,000 proclaimed by the UJA. Mutual Security Administrator Harold E. Stassen commended the UJA delegates lor "the remarkable effort".: they have made through the years, but declined to discuss the "many difficult and complex controversies and policy problems" in the Near East Whence be recently returned with Secretary of State John Foster Dulles. Mr. Stassen told the UJA that it was not the occasion nor was he the spokesman to take up 'any of these specific policy problems." Eban Speaks Israel Ambassador A b b a S. Eban expressed apprehension over efforts now being made to work out the "security problems of the Middle East." Mr. Eban said a nation's claim for freedom deserves respect "but a claim to. deny lor resent or restrict or mutilate the sovereignty of another people merits firm rebuke and specific disassociatlon especially by those who seek to help'our region heal its wounds and forget its rancors and its hates." The Ambassador told UJA delegates that he could not understand "why American support for Arab independence in eight countries should merit praise, while American support for Israel's independence justifies resentment." With obvious reference to the radio report of last week by Secretary Dulles, Mr, Eban said there was "no just comparison between Israel's valid fear of Arab assault and the alleged Arab fear of Israeli aggression." ; Eadlo Report Senator Herbert Lehman, addressing the conference, said that the U, S, Government will "serve no high purpose" by suggesting that Israel be deprived of territory or by proposing that significant numbers of Arab refugees be resettled in Israel. Referring to the radio report by Secretary Dulles citing the plight of the Arab refugees, Sen. Lehman said that "these refugees can and must be absorbed In tfee great land spaces of the Arab countries of the Middle East." He urged U. S._ and United Nations assistance t o ' advance their resettlement; Dr. Nahum Goldmann, chairman of the Jewish Agency, told the delegates that Secretary o( State Dulles' Middle Eastern report Indicated the urgency of problems facing Israel and called for American Jews, united in the UJA, to pledge themselves above ideological differences to support Israel in all spheres in which their support may be required in the very near future.

Jewish Groups Favor Early US Ratification of Genocide Pact New York (JTA)—Prompted by concern over the favorable action of the Senate Judiciary Committee on the so-called Brlcker amendment to limit the treatymaking power of the President, 34 national and local Jewish organizations this week-end, in a joint statement, urged early United States ratification of the United Nations Genocide Convention. The Jewish groups deplored the recent announcement by Secretary of State John Foster Dulles that the Administration would not press for ratification of the genocido convention. They called it "a tragic irony" that ouch a position should be taken at this time, "when so mnny of the captiVc peoples of the world nre threatened by Soviet tyranny." Failure of tho United Stales to ratify the convention, the Jewish organizations declared, "can lead only to a

cynical questioning of our support of international cooperation as an instrument of justice and morality." "Tho people of the world have long looked to the United States for action on this great humanitarian issue," the 34 organizations said, "the objectives of which are in keeping with the spirit of our great Dill of Rights and with the Judaco-Chiistian concept of tho sanctity of human life." The statement was signediby the American Jewish Congress, Jewish Labor Committee, Jewish War Veterans at the United States, Union of American Hebrew Congregations, Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations of America, United Synagogue of America, and 20 local Jewish councils. It Was released by the National Community Relations Advisory Council, coordinating body for all the signatory groups.


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