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Phil Klutzniclc To Yisit Here Philip H. Klutzoick will be hon-. ored at a Homecoming Banquet by the Greater Omaha B'nai B'rith Association, Thursday, Oct. 29. This will be his first visit to the city, since he was elected international president of B'nal B'rith.. r Ralph Nogir, president of the B'nai B'rith group, announced the appointment of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Rosen as chairman for the banquet. At an organizational meeting, program plans were discussed and invitations will be sent to state and national dignitaries. Mr. Klutznick is engaged In a grass-roots tour, to discuss B'nal B'rith policies with members of the organization. He will also conduct a Leadership Institute during his visit here. It will be held on the samo afternoon of the banquet.
Center Max Lerner Wil Lecture and Concert Series Program Announced
Emigration More Than Immigration Official Claims
M»x Lerner Washington (JTA)—Emigration from Israel now exceeds immigration entering the country, David House Group Asked Horowitz, governor of the Central Bank of Israel, told delegates at To Hear Wise Defense the closing session of the National Washington (JTA)—Rep. EmanEconomic Conference for Israel, The way to check this trend, Mr. uel Ccllcr asked the House ComHorwlU said, was to improve eco- mittee, on Un-American Activities nomic conditions through support this week to hear testimony in deof the State of Israel Bond Issue. fense of the late Rabbis Stephen The last sessions of the confer- S. Wise and Judah L. Mngnes. Two ence were devoted to the inaugura- rabbis were accused before the tion of the final phase of the first committee by Benjamin Gitlow, Israel Bond Drive. Delegates to former secretary of the Commutho conference reported on plans nist Party, of carrying out Comfor Israel Bond-sponsored celebra- munist instructions or collaborations of the 3.000th anniversary of tion with the Reds. Jcrsalem in New York and other cities during October and NovcmRep. O i l e r wrote Rep. Harold 1 bor. Former President Harry S. H. Velde, chairman of the ComTruman will be the guest of honor mittee, that "to malign the dead at the Chicago celebration on No- Jis easy virtue." Rep. Voldc was vember 28. These celebrations will told "its Is Incredible that in view be the occasion for cxtraordlnnry of the nature of the charges leveled campaign activity to obtain largo by former Communist Benjamin sums of investment cnpital for Gitlow against Rabbis Wise and Israel through bond sales. Magnes in testimony before your Committee, that such charges go Attack >* , unchallenged." An attack on the Hinadnut by Rep. Ccllcr asked that the ComHenry Morgenthau, J r . chairman of the board of governors of (ho mittee call a mealing to hear wit-* Israel Bond Drive, during the con- nesses who knew both rabbis. H6 ference, today elicited strong state- said "they cannot now, unforments in defense of Hlsladrut by tunately, speak for themselves but a spokesman for the Labor Zionist pthcrc arc others who can.'VRep. , movement and CTarold J. Golden- Ccllcr emphasized he could not berg, of Minneapolis, Minn., di- recall any charges by Mr, Gitlow rector of the investment center In against the rabbis when they were olive. "This," he said, "is a curious Israel. aspect of so much of the testimony "Get Out" Mr. Morgcnthnu told: the con- given by ex-Communists both beference that he."would liketosee fore your Committee and others." the Hlsladrut get out of private He added he thought "It is time" business." Today Mr. Goldonberg that thin bo explored. declared Mr. MorgcnthaiPs reRep. Vclde laid the request for marks about Histadrut rcprcsnted o special hearing would be put be"a mistaken notion of everything fore the other members of the which is good in Zionism." Committee, he said.
Israel and Syria Clash Over Jordan River Canal Project Jersusalem (JTA)—Tho Israel Cabinet met Monday in special session to, consider the latest Syrian threats against Israel in. connection with Israel's drainage project in tho Lake Hulch region. It was reported that the Syrians had presented a second ultimatum • t o the headquarters of the United Nations truce supervision machinery demanding that I s r a e l cease immediately the digging of a nine-mile canal for tho diversion of a portion of the' Jordan River waters to a hydroelectric station. The Syrians specifically object to a ninc-mllc canal now being dug by Israeli workmen to bring water from the Jordnn to a power station to be built on tho northern end of Lnke Kinncrct. The new channel, built nbout one and a quarter miles from the present river bed of the Jordan, will divert only a small portion of the flow and will permit most of the water to continue along Its historic course.
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Washington (JTA)—Secretary of State John Foster Dulles discussed with Israel Ambassador, Abba Eban .the controversy involving Israel's use of the waters of the Jordan River. This question, however, was only one of a number of subjects discussed. Mr. Eban sold that, In view of hl» recent return from Israel, a "detailed survey of AmericanIsrael relations in all aspects" was entered into, ' ; Jerusalem (JTA)—Israel Foreign Minister' Moshe Sharett conferred with MaJ. Gen. Vagn Bennike. United Nations truce chief In Palestine, and his political advisor, Henri Vlfiicr, on the IsraelSyrian dispute over tho Israel Hulch reclamation project. At the conclusion of the meeting, a joint statement was issued reporting that Mr. Sharett had presented to Gen. Bcnnlke information concerning Israel's position en the dredging of a canal in the Uuleh Valley..
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Encouraging Response to Cash Appeal An encouraging response to the emergency appeal for $50,000 In cash, as Omaha Jewry's share in the national United Jewish Appeal cash campaign for $25,000,000, was reported by David Fedcr, chairman of the Pledge Redemption Committee, who is in charge of tho special cash collection appeal in Omaha. "If the response'to our special billings continues at the present rate, w e ought to be able to raise the cash quota in the 10 days remaining in tho national effort to collect the sum urgently needed to meet the crisis in Israel, The deadline is October 10, and I hope that every subscriber will respond by sending in payment on pledges." A substantial part of the *23,-: 000,000 cash fund now being sought will bo used' for immediate construction of 10,000 homes with a combined population capacity of 50,000 persons and of 40 new agricultural settlements. This is a most crulclal phase arid, is essential for Israel's welfare and progress. . • • "'-, • ,"\ : •' '-• '• 'In Israel," Mr. Fcder stated, "a total of 200,000 Jews live in sukkah-like huts not during 'the holiday of Succoth alone, but all year round. These huts are as much a symbol of suffering today as they were in the time of Moses. We cannot rest pur efforts until these huts are ripped away and are replaced by recent, permanent housing." • ••.-:. : '...:'; '
On Radio and TV ' : On Sunday,'. 11:30 to noon, over WOW—Radio, tho Eter-, nql Light will present "Bar Kochba: Prince of Israel" written by Marc Slcgel, and presented in commemoration of the three thousandth anniversary of the founding of Jerusalem, it has been announced by The Jewish Theological Seminary, under whoso auspices the program is conducted. The Eternal Light, a coast-tocoast radio program, is presented as a-public sorvlco by the National Broadcasting Company. "Bar Kochba: Prince of IBracl" is based on Ellas Gilncr's recent novel, "Prince of Israel," published by The Exposition Press, and is the story of the battle to redeem the Holy City of Jerusalem from tho Romans, and the struggle to rebuild the destroyed Temple under the great leader, Bar Kochba.
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Fed. Women In Chest Drive Omaha Jewish women will take an active part in the current community chest campaign through volunteers furnished by the J7 organizations affiliated with the Federation of J e w i s h Women's Clubs, Mrs. Harold P. Farber, Federation president announced. Serving as co-chairmen of Division C ore Mmes. Joe J. Greenberg and Leon Alexander. Districting chairman is Mrs. Hubert Sommcr, assisted by Mrs. Edward E. BrtSdkcy, vice-president of the Federation, in charge of this phase of activity. Assisting as majors are the following: Mmes. Abe Bear, Jack Bramson, Bonnet Conn, Alfred Fox, Dave Frank, Morris Levey, Alfred Sophlr, Sam Steinberg, and Wm, Hi Wolfson. The campaign goal for tho chest drive Is $1,194,202, and it represents the barest minimum amount needed by the 40 agencies benefiting from the drive, which carry oh a program of health, welfare and recreation activities In Omaha, "The Jewish community of Omaha has a vital interest in the success of the campaign of the Chest," Mrs. Farber said. "For one thing, this annual campaign represents a human adventure in which all faiths and groups In the community band together for the common welfare of all people of Omaha. "Then, too, the Jewish Federation is a berieficlaty agency of the annual chest drive, which furnishes a substantial grant toward the welfare and recreational program of the Federation."
Max Lerner, professor at Bran* dels University, foremost speaker and political analyst, will open tha 1953-54 Center Lecture and Con* cert Scrici Saturday night, Oct. 17, Mrs.. Samuel..N. Wolf, chairman of the series, announced today. '^Everyone agrees that we are very fortunate to have been able to secure Mr. Lerner as our open* ing speaker," Mrs. Wolf said. "Max Lerner is recognized as one of the most provocative speakers and in* cisive thinkers of our days. His appearance here will be a real treat and stimulation to the mern* bers of our community." International Singer Martha Schlamme, popular international singer, a native of Vienna, will follow Mr. Lerner, She will appear Wednesday, Nov. 18. Miss Schlamme has been wide* Iy acclaimed throughout the world, and has' won recognition as a noted interpretive singer on stage, TV, and radio. Many albums of her songs have been issued by the Columbia Records Corporation. Her program will include selections of appeal to the entire com* munity. L e h m a n in Repeat Appearance Hal Lehrmnn, noted author, lecturer and reporter will make a r e peat appearance on Wednesday, Feb. 24. Mr. Lehrman, whose writings have appeared in numerous magazines, spoke in Omaha last year and made a deep impression upon his listeners. He is being brpught back by popular request. " The Israel Trio, consisting of three outstanding young Israeli artists, will conclude the series Wednesday, March 24, with a unique program of Israel dance and music, under the general motif of a "Night in Israel." The troupe includes Miss Varda Razi, Israel's outstanding d a n c e r ; Benjamin Orcn, young Israel pianist, and David Loin a most promising Israel violinist. "We believe* that we are presenting an outstanding combination of speakers and artist, with a balanced program which will appeal to a wide audience," Mrs. Wolf said. Tickets for the entire scries are $2.00 and may be obtained at the Center office. Single admissions to individual programs wilt be $1.00 each-
Temple Israel Cornerstone To Be Dedicated Sun. Oct. 18 The cornerstone oi the new Temple Israel will be dedicated Sunday, Oct. 18, at 2 p. m. at the site of the Temple, 69th and Cass Sts:
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Morris E, Jacobs, a past president of the congregation, has been named chairman for the ceremonies. Mr, Jacobs announced that Rabbi Myron M. Meyer of St. Joseph, Mo., will deliver the dedication address. Other spenkers include Alfred Mayer, president of the congregation; Mrs. Morton Hllier, president of tlic sisterhood; and Miss Joan Abrahams, president of the Tcmplo Youth Group. Rabbi Sidney H. Brooks, the congregation's spiritual l e a d e r , will dedicate the cornerstone into which will be placed items of religious and historical significance from the old Temple. A parchment scroll with the sig-
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natures of the Temple members, and their families will also be placed in the cornerstone. The scroll is in the Temple office at the Jewish Community Center and congregation members'. are asked to come to tho office and place their signatures on the scroll1 a» soon as possible. " . Rabbi Benjamin Groner, of Both. Israel, will deliver the invocation: and Rabbi Meyer Kripke, of Beth El, will ask the benediction. Members of the community aro invited to attend the ceremonies. The new $500,000 building will be contemporary in design. Th« sanctuary, seating 300, will open onto the social hnll, with seating accommodations for another SOt persons. An entrance from 72nd street will lead onto a parking area with space for ISO cars. Tha school wing of the building wilt include classrooms for kindergarten, a nursery and a clubroont.