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Lehrh Dr. Paul Shykcn, | nounced that Mai ty chairmanship of (hi; C( for the State of Is- i rael Bond Dinner of State Dec. 9. Tho . Dinner of State it, part of the 19G4 State of Israel Bond campaign in Oinaha which has a proud record of participation in assisting in Israel's economic develop- | ment. ' Mr. Lehr wen quite excited r.bo1:! this year's iHnn. : •especially since tl.", is'Iorael'd tlanblo c\u :, .;. i.;r. L-m : si;l, "Israel's economic 1*1 c! ;• - tl-i [;tc.'.t, but
"Over the last 3G year3 more than $6.5 billion in Bonds hove been sold and with Israel's eyxcltcnt credit record more than half have been repaid without ever being late on any payment," Mr. Lohr continued. "With some of the new issues, euch as the Variable Rate Issue currently paying 10.125, everyone should consider Bonds for their portfolio," Mr. Lehr said. Dr. Shyken added, "For further information on either the Bond dinner or the jKrehaco of Bonds, pleass contact the Israel Bond Offica at 341-1X77 or by writing to 518 r ' Life Building, 1S04 Fnrnnm Gt., G I , IJcbr.'.!.d60102.
"Blacks and Jewo: Confronting tha Lauea" will bo the topic of Julian Bond's lecture on Oct. 20 at" tho Jewish Community Center.at B.'p.m. TliiaAyes' announced by Marc and Mitzi Dolman, College of Jewish Learning co-chairmon. They urge the public to get their free tickets,to the.lecture in advance by calling ..Lois Wina at tho JCC 3,34: -;8200._ Seating Jo limited raid tickets, aw "going last, 'thay said. Additional acating lies' been planned for overflow in the JCC'auditprium.-where closed circuit video may bD ' viewed on a large screen. Mr.' Bond will bs.. speaking in the JCC theater. 1 Mr. Bond's lecture will be the keynote for
tlu IVII Semcoter of the College of Jewish Learning which is npontsored by the Jewish Cultural Arts Council. The lecture ia being co-sponsored by the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith/Community Relations Committee. Classes in the Fall cemester begin on Monday, Oct. 29 and run through Dec. 3. . •'••.._ •.'• A variety of courses have been designed, for'aclulta in the aree-i of Helifeiv language;' Jewish history, ethics and culture. One $10 registration foe allows a student to take any and all classes as well as free admission to the Yiddish film being offered oh Oct. 28. For more-information call 334-8200.
the people are t.Jituihig their belts in on effort to reduce inflation, and turn the ccon-,: orny around." He continued, "Israel Bond dollars are needed to aid the development of the high technology sector and industrial end agricultural projects.
Suzanne Singer us chairmen and Nancy Grcenb.ig pa vice-chairman will lead tha 1885. Women's Federation. Campaign, according to Maxin.o Kirahenbaum, president of the Jewish Federation's Woinon's Gabir • n e t .
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"Campaign hfl3 always been important to the women of Omaha. Their concern for and understanding of the needs of the Jewish community in Omaha and overseas has resulted in successful .women's campaigns in tho past and with the help of scores of enthusiastic volunteers, ws are looking-forwaTd to> an even more successful campaign in 1985," said Mra. Singer. " ' • • : • > . . ' " according'to' Mi;s;ri{rri]iionbaum,"""The; Women?a Cabinet ia (feiisMed'to have Suzio and Nancy in the leadership roles. They bring to their jobs a wealth of experience through involvement in Jewish communal affairs."
Mro. Singer, vica-cUairrtian of the 1883 campaign, ia presently a .member pf tha Board of Directors of the Jewioh Federal tion, Jewish Press, Jewish Historical Society and tho National Council of Christians and Jews. Sho is a pact board member;of Temple Israel nnd wa3 editor of the Tcmp{s> centennial book, "Consider t!se Yeera." She is married to Irvin Singer and has thres children, Ken, Dan end Dabbio Sorabsrg. . Mra. GreenbDrg, recipient of the 1383 Federation Volunteer of the Year award for: outstanding service'"to.the Rone Blumkin Home, ha3. served Women's" Campaign in . many .capacities. SIKJ was airnembc'rof the "Roiu E!uj.-.!;in-Liviiiijiton- Plaza •Stearin^committ'o and on tho Boards of the Jewish Federation, iJswisli Family Service; and: Temple Israel Sisterhood. She andTier husband, Don, have two children, Robert and Wendy.
By David Friodman ' after his two-hour meeting with Peres and Foreign Minister Israel wants the troops commanded-by'Brig. Gen. Antoine • ! WASHINGTON (JTA) — Israeli Premier Shimon Pere3 Yitzhak Shamir Tuesday, ia designed to help the new unity Lahad to remain along the border to patrol the areas from said hewas leaving Woshingi&n after two days of talks with -- government restructure Israel's .economy, Peres explained. where Katyusha rockets could hit northern Isiael. Reagan Administration officials "reassured about; the na- Peres said hio government wants to change Israel's economy Peres said Lahad, the successor to the late Saad Haddad, ture and the scope of the support and understanding" for from dependence on its old industries to an information represents the "real desire of the Lebanese people who reIsrael's problems. . . economy which exports science and .technology. side in southern Lebanon. I think they ere as much interested in keeping southern Lebanon peaceful as we are." . But Pere9 stressed,-at a press conference before leaving The government hops3 to increase exports from the pres. for New Yorlt, that while most pf the talks centered around ent $11 billion a year to $19 billion, trie Premier said. He Reagan Plan 'Not Operational' Israel's economic problems, the redl issue was how a de- said this would end the balance'of trade deficit and help Peres said that while Reagan renewed his commitment" mocracy in n non-democratic region could maintain its po- make Israel self-sufficient and thus need less aid from the "to his Sept. 1, 1982 peace initiative, the Israelis were,not litical and military strength. United States.- He said Israel wants to increase productivity asked to support it. "We know the initiative is in existence," the Premier said. "But for the time being, it isjiot oper"I did not come to Washington in order to raise money and exports, particularly export* to the United States. ational." so that we shall be able to maintain the standard of life in Peres, who, after his meeting with Reagan called the Israel," he said. "We shall do it ourselves." Peres stressed that "problem is not so much the nature President "a true friend of Israel," stressed that he had of the plan but the necessity for a serious partner. Finding Needs of iBrael'o army come to the United States because of "Israel's needs" and Peres explained that Israel needs United States help in not because of anything connected'with the U.S. Presiden- the partner must preclude agreeing about' a plan." He said discussions were held with the Administration maintaining the present size of its army, both in personnel tial election. "I feel very strongly that Israel is not a paron renewing the peace process with Egypt and Jordan. "We and weaponry, as well as replacing old weapons with a new tisan issue in American life," he said. have hot given up hope," he said. He said he believed in an generation of armaments. He noted that Israel pays for 70 percent of its defense and the remaining 30 percent comes Noting that he was scheduled to meet former Vice Pres- American expression, "quitters ate not winners and winfrom the United States in aid to buy military hardware. ident Walter Mondale in New York, Peres said that he has ners are not quitters," adding that" by winning, he means "winning a durable peace in the Middle East." TheJ^remier-said that while Israel has received large- known Mondale for many years and has had "good relations" with him. Asked if the Democratic Presidential canPeres said he "welcomes" the meeting between King Husscale United States aid; the value of the dollar has decreased because of inflation, while thej>rice of weaponry has gone didate was also a true friend of Israel, Peres said "What's sein of Jordan and Egyptian President Hosni-Mubarak. He wrong with having many friends?" noted it broke the Arab boycott against Egypt after it signed up greatly. '_""** a peace treaty with Israel, even though it still maintains . •• -'Eye to Eye'on Lebanon . peace with Israel and Israel has an Embassy in Cairo. ,As an example, he Baid that, in 1974 when large-scale Peres contended that in his meeting with Reagan and U.S. aid began, Israel had U.S. Phantom jets which cost $4 Peres noted that in his talks with the Administration, he million each. The U.S. F-15s and F-l6s Israel ia now buying five meetings with Secretary of State George Schultz he did not voice any objections to United States arms sales to found the United States and Israel see "eye to eye" on to replace the Phantoms cost about $40 million per plane. Lebanon. He said that while Israel plans to withdraw from Egypt because Egypt is at peace with Israel. "The problem Espressea Gratitude for U.S. aid Lebanon, a process-he said would take six to nine months, really is not arms but policies," he explained. Peres .'expressed gratitude that the United States .has he would not comment on whether Israel would do so uni"If any Arab country is at peace with Israel then the agreed to provide Israel immediately with $1.2 billion of the laterally without a serious commitment not to cross the red sijpply of arms is not the real problem. But if you supply $2.6 billion in'grants it is receiving in the 1985 fiscal year, line, whore, its troqpa'.are.,now deployed, or to keep the Pal- .arms to a country that maintains a state of belligerency which began Oct.' 1. He said this would help Israel meet its •.estiniah terrorists.frbmdoingso/ with Israel.the arms is then a support of belligerency in. immediate'needs. . " . . . . •: : stead of being compensation for a peaceful process," Peres ''We do not look for any trade-off on the Syrian side," " A - "' Peres also expressed the gratitude of Israel for support Peres said. ^'Itis; Up. to the Syrians to-decide if they want maintained. in Congress.! He said the 96-0"vote in the'Senate and the , to confront every morning pur arrny deployed alongside Asked about extremists.in Israel, such as Rabbi Meir 436-6 vote in the House to create a Free Trade Area between their line . . . 16-17; miles from theoutskirts of Damascus." kaharie, and the Jewish terrorist group whose members are Israel arid the United States was "an outstanding phenomnow on trial, Peres noted that every country has such probenon" which "warms our hearts." ; Peres said that the United Nations Interim Force in Le- lems. "You do have the Ku Klux Klan," he said. He said , The joint economic development.group, between.Israel,, banpn,(U^I{F,I,L,),co\i!4 re,p,loc§ {s;a^l.i ,tro,oDsin the,areas, 4 ^he^e^unitir gp^rprnent ensures.tha\t^h,e mai^sjream of ..waA the,.United -'States,;•announce'diby*<Pie8iam^^ '• * *''''''' •"''' ''*'"•
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Simchat Tbrah: bri^rpoms of thetaw dot «>.• • <^' t'j . , •'• t r week*,.then bifore we know it, it's time t off r a >s the'c«l*ndar? Allofaeudden, it'sf^H, the t colors and it's time to drive out to the o n u u J ciu bjy those wonderful crisp, home-grown epplca. Awl where they sell cpplcs, they usually sell honey. If it's time for both apples and honey, then for sure it's our holiday time. Ar.'}, as, a m-ttcr of f.ct, CB I v m " thic Rorh Hashanah end Y0..1 I'i _AH (EJ j-i_t L >rUy pr.-t. Fc.vif.-j have been atuuL-J, C. 1' A, r 1. ! ~L:I t-ou'.d.J, ft.^.ilkd have gatheiwi. \V<A'<. uJoLvJ \ kh t h e s p i ^ a t ft J Lit anachefortho«3cL-c;»t. 'a. 1 . L*"l,.,en feted, cor ;-klo with (for s.ieny) the UMI J 1. ' ,• u."i p i . ! , 1'. » •;• 1 «-ly> the knowledge that one we r .ov^h r.noJ,t You Kippur. It doesn't take a student of our religion to know that it must be Sukkot . . . end it is. I don't know how YOU remember the fun of the Sukkah each of my Zedao built. I recall begging to bs allowed to cat in the Sukkah with Zada, and it seems to ms it always rained and cot chilly enough to need a coat for those special meals. But they were wonderful, I remember too, the lulav and the etrog which symbolized the agricultural nature of tha holiday. I was always warned to be careful and not fool around with the etrog (which I always called a lemon). And when it was time to bench with them and wave them, my Dad would help me. In one of my hands went the "lemon", in the other the lulav; and over both my hands were my Dad's, saying the bleGsings a phrase at a time, so I could repeat after him. That was a long time ago, but definitely one of my childhood holiday memories. Today I dropped in for a little visit and a bite of yomtdv lunch with my parents. It's the first day of Sukkot. My Dad returned from synagogue and in the course of our conversation he ualted if I had shaken the lulav and etrog. I told f him.I hadn't — he told me I must — I told him I would do it as we used to, when I waa a little girl. . £; So there we stood, he carefully placing the two objects' »jn my hands, then covering his hands over mine. We repeated the old ritual and afterwards I remembered how I'd always liked that little scene. . You know what? I still do. It was a sweet reminder of long ago .. .one of the bits and pieces of the fabric of my life. One I'll treasure.
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Friday, Oct. 10: Slmchat Torah - JCC Closed Saturday, Oct 20: College of Jewish Family Learning w/Julian Bond 8 p.m. USY Treasure Hunt 8 p.m. - Beth E! Amy Zoob, Bat Mitzvah, Temple Israel
Sunday, Oct. 21: MZBBG Meeting 10:30 a.m. Beth El Synagogue Bar-B-Que 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 22: NCJW Trooping Theater Rehearsal 9:30 a.m. YES 10 a.m. Water Safety Instruction 7 p.m. JFS Board Meeting 7:30 p.m.
'•,.,.. «ATAW T0BAH, HATAN BERESEBT .' •\ > -f M ."•ByDf.DttvB-tiefferi •" " (WZPS) — The year was 1742, the place was Jerusalem — the date Simehat Torah. However, this Simchat Torah was like po other celebrated in the Holy City for many a year. A distinguished new resident had joined the community, lie was Rabbi-I {aim ifsn Alter of Morroecp, the author of the Or Hidlfchayim commentery on the Torah. After several years of wandering, end after living one year in Acco, cmongct other places, Jic and his followers finally reached Jerusalem. The elders of the main Jerusalem synagogue ckdCDsl that the rabbi should bo honoiyd ua the IlEtr.ii Torch. 'No more fitting a tribute could bs imparted than to cell him for the reading of the concluding section of Doutori/iiomy. Oar modern custom of calling up one individual to bs the Hatan Torah end one to be the Hatan Berechit has roots in our pest. As early &a the tenth century there are references to a listen Torah. About two hundred years later in the 12th century, the disciples of Rushi describe the Hatan Bereshit GB the one celled for the opening passage of Genesis. The practice of-honoring distinguished members of the congregation with these distinctions on Simchat Torah has a hiotory as varied as the diverse Jewish communities around the world. On Simchat Torah the tradition waa that every male member in attendance should bo called to the Torah. Children were to be included with the adult members of the congregation. It was therefore natural that a Epocial aura came to be linked to those individuals who were called for the climactic portion of Deuteronomy and the opening verses of Genesis. The uniqueness of all that splendor is felt not only by the adults but also by the children when they are called for their portion — better known as 'Kol HaNa'arim' — All the Children. Covered by a numbar of large tallitot they excitedly recite the bleasing3 together. It is a beautiful memory for a child to go up to the bima, there to stand or be held as the Torah is read before him. In a sense it its the cpntinuity of the Torah which links all our generations .together. On Simchat Torah, when old and young ascend the bima, that link is forged anew and each in his own way experiences the crescendo of the Jewish faith embodied in the Torah scroll' The various Jewish communities worldwide have developed different criteria for the roles of the Hatan Torah and the Hatan Bereshit. In Italy the practice was uniquely interesting. After the Hatan Torah had been summoned, the concluding section of Deuteronomy was read. As that was being completed the entire congregation arose, the hazzan raised the open Torah for all to see and as soon as the lost words were intoned chanted the following — "We have been privileged to complete the Torah hi peace — let us be privileged to begin it and complete it again in peace". Three timeB he made this statement and three times the congregation repeated it. Then he chanted the first chapter of Genesis from memory, and when he was finished, the Hatan Torah recited the concluding blessings. The Italian rite as emphasized the use of just one Torah for the entire reading. In France and Germany, from the Middle Ages on, two Sifrei Torah were taken out — one was used for the Deuteronomy reading and the other Genesis. In these two countries both Hatanim were called and each had his own honor. In Safed they dealt with the recitation in this manner at the Caro Sephardic synagogue. After two Hatanim had been called up, the first made the opening blessing and then Deuteronomy was read. Immediately Genesis was chanted and then the second Hatan recited the concluding blessing. Not an extra word was used in this Safed ritual. With honor comes responsibilities, and the Hatan Torah and Hatan Bereshit were expected to provide a sumptuous
Tuoodoy, Oct. 23: Bureau of the Aging Board Meeting Noon Lunch & Learn Noon Children's Performance Workshop 4 p.m. Federation Board Meeting 7:30 p.m. NCJW General Meeting w/Nancy Hoch Hadassah Affair - B'nai Israel Synagogue 12:30 p.m.
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Israeli Chassidic Festival will be in Omaha on No^. 8, 8 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center. Tickets are on sale at the JCC: General Admission $7.50; JCC Members 05; Seniors/Students $3.50. The program is being presented by the JCC in sponsorship with the Jewish Cultural Arts Council and B'nai B'rith Henry Monsky Lodge.
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iiddush for the eqngregationjmd to presea|a ^ r g for the work of the,<ss^rflurlity. The child%ri|in jparlicular, eiways waited anxiously for their treats.! In ,my (synagogue in' Jerusalem the honor of being Hatan i Torah was bsstowsd one yea t on an i individual of great merit who also happened to be H. candy maker. That Simchat Torah, not only the children but aii the adults enjoyed Oppenheimcr's marzipan and chocolate. In ell communities the world over, the Katinirn ore called to the rtaling via a moving tribute written centuries ago. Furthermore, in many locales the Hatcnim are brought to the bima under a chupp&h hold by members of the family and by ckwe friends and relatives. It ia e moving sight to tee the Hatiin being led: through the rows of attendees as the center recites an undent hymn of pralce, the piyyut. Here in the sanctuary is the fitting piece to honor those who grant the Torah and its teachings their highest esteem. The distinction of the Hatan Torah and Hatan Bereshit and the celling of the young to the Torah, Kol HaNa'arim, infuse the holiday of Simchat Torah not only with communal joy'bui also with a personal tribute for those to whom the teaching J of Torah have moaning. Perhaps this year at your Bynogonue you will bo given this honor and join the ranks of Hatanim who through the centuries, have been a focal point of the Simchat Torah celebration.
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,, ByCeltaBiaHk i -, «5CC voIuEt^sr1 This is "Woman to Women" talk bqt men can listen, too. Since we are ail in the mishpochah, I might as well fill you in on the background of my writing. The Athletic Committee of the JCC's HeaHh and Physical Education Department needed someone to write articles for the Jewish Press. Thus, I experienced my first venture into athletics by having my "arm twisted", and volunteered for the job. So, please bear with mo as I attempt to express my feelings about the JCC in general and the Department in particular.
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The questions for today are "where" and "why"? Whore are so many of. our Jewish women going for exercise programs, and more importantly, why are they going elsewhere. The JCC offers a total physical education program for women. "You name it and the J lias it. There is is dance, aerobics, slimnastics, swimnastics and even a free special individualized weight training program with weights. Not only all of this, but once a month on a Tuesday, the complete facilities of the Women's Health Club which means whirlpool, sauna, ete. (there is a fee for a massage), is FREE. You cannot match this at any of the commercial exercise establishments in town. Also, excellent baby-sitting services are offered at half-price, and there is ample, free parking- , On Monday to Friday, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. there are . the Workout classes under professional instructors with classes from Monday through Thursday from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. for working women. Slinihastics is offered on M-W-F from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. There la also Swimnastics for those ; of us who prefer to exercise aided by the buoyancy of water. In truth, class scheduling is flexible, tailored to the convenience of the women. In fact, if an interest is shown, a class is formed. Who could ask for anything more? Ths Women's Health Club is .open M-W-Th-F from 8:30 a.m. to noon, and from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays. The JCC staff is prepared to do its own physical exercises by bending over backwards to accommodate the women of our community. The program involves a holistic approach* offering programs for everyone, from pre-schoolers to bub: bas and zeides. . , So, back to my original questions. WHERE are the Jewishwomen, and if not at the JCC, WHY not? (Please do hpttSssthis article aside;, ittook a lot of .exercica to write ! i£j-iiv-ydui are one of the ladies going elsewhere, ahd.it is diffipult to believe commercial places have as much to offer, please let the Department or Athletic Committee know why. Call Chuck Arnold at 334-8200, or Harvey Lipsman, chairman of the Athletic Committee, at 556-0482. • There is one more issue on the agenda which is critical. The JCC and its facilities were built by you, for you and your family. Visitors to Omaha from other parts of the country as well as from foreign countries are impressed and amazed at the excellent facilities we have to offer. We can only maintain our J as a showpiece of what a viable Jewish community can do by your participation hi and support of the Physical Education Department .as well as all of the other departments. We need YOU now. The building and staff are waiting to serve you in the most pleasant surroundings with the best equipment. Avail yourself of the opportunities. This should serve as an invitation to a discussion. We do want to hear from you, so, if you would call me at 5581813 (after Oct. 24) for a change I would listen attentively to what you might have to say. .
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The theater at the Jewi&h Community has choben its cast for the upcoming production of Neil Simon's "Come Blow Your Horn." This comedy presents a middle aged couple's continuous frustrations with their two grown &ons; ona a 33 year old playboy end tha other a 21 year old who suddenly leaves home. Leading the JCC cast as the two bachelor brothers are Mark Trustin as Alan Baker, the reckless playboy, and Mark Bernstein as Buddy Baker, the younger brother. Mr. Trustin ha3 appeared in many JCC productions and Mr. Bernstein has appeared at the Omaha Playhouse and at UNL. A3 Mr. Baker, the frustrated father, is David Rosenberg and Gail Ginsburg will play Mrs. Baker. Joanie Jacobson will appear as Connie, Alan's faithful girlfriend. Ms. Jacobson wa3 the "Convertible Girl" in the JCC theater production last No-
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vember. Rosemary Sequenzia, who (tpptaitd fe& lleba, the Hispanic maid, in the JCC production of "You Can't Take it With You," has been cast ot> Peggy, Alan's "playmate" girlfriend. The piiidiiction is direct«l by Marty Skomal, JCC Artist-in-Kcsidenee through ths Nebraska Arts Council. 1 There will ntao be a surprise appearance by a special guest artist. The Theater Committee is keeping the role as well cs the performer's identity a secret at this time, although, "we have every confidence the suspense can only enhance the appeal of the production," said Arlenc Goodman, Theater Committee chairman. Opening is cet for Nov. 17, with a total of ceven performances. Saturday, Nov. 24, will see a return of the Kosher Dinner Theater, featuring an oriental theme and menu. Tickets for the
Eeliearsals have begun for JCC theater production. Dinner Theater and all seven performances will go on sale Oct. 29 at the JCC. Call Marty Skomal at 3348200 for further information.
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A Board of Directors meeting in Kansas City was cancelled abruptly so that one member could catch a plane for Omaha... A United States Senator and his wife selected this occasion from numt-rous opportunities . . . The Chief Justice of the Nebrerlca Supreme Court penned q lengthy note of food withes.. . Four local rabbis attended and cantors participated with blessings and songs.. . And family from near find far appeared on the r.ccne — some announced and rorne paying a emprise visit. And more than 200 friends joined in the celebration. This was no ordinary party. The occasion was a lunch in honor of Louis Langer's 95th birthday. But, it was more than a lunch — it was a community event in which every participant kvelled (took pride) in this man's joy of life. . The event started simply, a casual invitation from daughters Mollie Delman and Bes3 Becker: "We're having a little party for papa, please join us." On Monday at 11:30 a.m., the doors to the Jewish Community Center auditorium opened and streams of well-wishers flowed in to occupy all of the seats. An unruffled Mollie beckoned to the maintenance staff and a couple of the strong guys in the Physical Education Department and before one could say mazel tov, extra tables and chairs were in place. The volunteers — and there were plenty — set extra places and stacked the tables with fresh fruit. In short order, the hot chicken and accessories were neatly dispatched, but (oops) I forgot what everyone reading this was waiting for The blessing over the challah which preceded the dispatching of the chicken and accessories was punctuated (as usual) by a respunding awMANE!" Mr. Lariger takes great pride in his awMANE, we all knew it was coming, but it seems that each time his deep voice improves and he is able to shatter all expectations. At this first opportunity for speechmaking, Mr. Langer put everyone at ease and said that even though his family had made the party, he personally was going to pick up the check. . Sen. Edward Zorinsky quipped, "I've always believed there was no such thing as a free lunch . . . at least that's the way it is in Washington." The Senator then proceeded to wish Mr. Langer a long life and he gave his remarks in Yiddish, prompting Mr. Langer to respond: "You've got my vote, Senator." And so it went, banter from the grandsons, hugs and kisses from family, a piano and song tribute from Madeleine and Harold Firestone and tributes fit for a king. It was quite a day — more than a birthday party — it was a community event, one that hopefully will continue for many years to come. Happy birthday zayde. •'
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HAIFA — Each one of the several hunt'ic J i lUiiil/iM in Israel 1ms its own story, some better kr.o> i thi.n othtiL. A few weeks ago we visited Nof Gitmocar, lying aSung the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. Thousands of tourists spend one or more nights at its comfortable guest house, enjoy its delicious meals and admiro the view, but few are aware of the story behind the place. The most distinguished member of Nof Ginnosar was Yigal Allon who, if not for his untimely death in 1080 at the age of 61, would almost undoubtedly have been prime minister of Israel today. His grave, in the kibbutz cemetery very close to the settlement, is marked by a large Galilee boulder. Alongside it is a young, struggling oak tree (allon) intended as nature's symbol of the man. Earlier saplings died. The climate is too warm and the soil too damp for an oak, which prefers higher and drier land. The latest effort seems to have succumbed to the love and devotion of the family and the kibbutz members, and it may yet agree to be acclimatized. In a sense, the tree also symbolizes the difficult and unusual beginnings of the kibbutz itself. The group of young people who established the settlement in the mid Thirties were moved by a pioneering spirit, and at u time when similar groups were laying the foundations for their kibbutzim in scattered and remote sections of the Galilee, these people "invaded" the land along the shore of Lake Tiberias, squatted there, and proclaimed it there home, willfully oblivious to the fact that it belonged to PICA, the organization founded by Baron de Rothschild many years before. Indeed, for a long time Nof Ginnosar had no legal existence, and even though it grew, it was not mentioned on any of the official maps of the area. It had been set up in defiance of the authorities, and as a result it did not qualify for any of the usual grants given to new settlements. Recognition came at last, much-later. Those early rough and tumble days were marked by other problems as well. In a clash with a neighboring Arab village during, the 1939 riots, the Arab chief was killed, and eight of Nof Ginnosar's leading members were sent off to jail, where they spent up to four years. The economy of the kibbutz was based on cows and chickens, on cotton and bananas, but there was need to diversify, and proposal was made to open a tourist guest house. Egalitarian-minded members objected on the grounds that it was unbefitting a kibbutz member to be Bervile and wait on people. Yigal Allon responded. If they saw no objection to washing down their cows, he said, how could they object to providing services to human beings? The guest house was set up, beginning with 42 rooms. The level of the service and the quality of the food were so good, that it grew and today can accdmodate 350 guests, with an average 80 percent occupancy rate, which is considered excellent. Not all members work in the guest house or in the fields. Meir Aloni, a veteran member of thirty years standing, told
us ih. t on r.iL.r.lvr, a physician, serves es director of the Poiieh ll'i pittl, IP Tiberias. That is his contribution to the economy of Nof Ginnosar. "What do you do here?" we asked Aloni. He smiled. The kibbutz tent him through law school, and he is now serving his apprenticeship with a Tel Aviv firm. Next, year he will Bet up in law practice, it'i the name of the kibbutz, of course, and the domeatic economy will be even more diversified. . The crowning glory of Nof Ginno;;ar is not a commercial venture but its contribution to the popularization and advancement of the Galilee. This is a major educational institution, now under construction, designed to stimulate a knowledge of the history of the area through the ages. The many-faceted museum will include a full-scale reconstruction of the historic old synagogue from adjacent Kfar Nahum. The large auditorium, with its ancillary facilities, will transform this into a major convention center. The program of activities will also emphasize coexistence with the Ar* abs, which had always been one of the central themes in Allon's philosophy of Zionism. Understandably, the place will be known as the Yigal Allon Educational Center. Nof Ginnosar has come a long way.
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The editors reserve the right to shorten letters for reasons of length or content. To the Editor: Good bye. As Matt Cohen wrote these two short words on the hoard during a Sunday morning meeting, looks of bewilderment and confusion filled the faces of 20 high school girls. Matt and Teresa Cohen are the trusted and well-liked advisers of Ediar BBG #710. They came to us during a low period in our chapter's history, and with their unending help we were able to pull out of our rut. Now we have learned that they are leaving. •. Within weeks, Matt and Teresa, and their daughter Rachel, will be moving back to their home state of Wis» consin. They have been with us only one and one-half years. During that_t,ime, however, we have grown a lot, changed a lot, and by all means, learned a lot. Matt and Teresa became a vital part of our lives. They were more than just youth group advisers. They were our problem solvers, helping us not only with BBYO, but also in our outside lives. (Matt was also known for being a pow: erful noise inhibitor.) More than that, they have been our friends. They were always there for us, whether for a pep talk, advice on boy problems, or lessons in racquetball and weight lifting. We're not exactly sure what Ediar will be like without them, but we'll stick with, it, and try to strengthen our. chapter further. . •".' Goodbye, Matt and Teresa, and good luck. You will be missed. Debbie Fellman N'oiah Ediar BBG #710
to kill everyone. Dr. Cresson Kearney of Oak Ridge National Laboratory asserts that one or two people, working one day with proper knowledge and common tools, can build a fallout shelter adequate to protect a family of four. The Soviet Union is even less vulnerable than the U.S., because its populace is less concentrated and land mass larger. The USSR could absorb a loss of 30 million citizens and be no worse off than at the end of World War II, even if each of its nine cities of over 1 million were totally devastated. • • . • ' • • To assume, like freeze supporters, that Soviet nuclear superiority cannot threaten us, because nuclear war is un- . thinkable to the Soviets, ignores Soviet military doctrinal belief that Russia can fight and win a nuclear war. Another bit of scaremongering is the influence that present command and control procedures are inadequate to pre, vent accidental missile launchings. Twenty-seven years of SAC maintenance has not seen a single accidental or otherwise non-authorized launch or serious contamination resulting from our missile arsenal. Moreover, a nuclear freeze at existing levels would hold negative implications for our national security and frustrate attempts to achieve a goal of negotiating substantial reductions in nuclear arsenals on both sides. A freeze would prevent us from correcting current dangerous deficiencies in our nuclear forces. Improvements in the Soviet array of ICBMs now allow Russia to destroy many of our ICBM sites. Freeze resolutions are a. propaganda ploy and a fraud. They mean to deceive one into believing that a freeze will prevent nuclear war. No weapons freeze ever has prevented war in 6,000 years of recorded history. We already have tried self-restraint and unilateral arms freezes in hopes of Russian reciprocity. There, has been none. • We cannot, trust, the Say lets.to reduce missiles or warTo the Editor: /. heads, because they have cheated on every arms agreement The statement by the Rabbinical. Council of Nebraska that they have negotiated. ' ... . • endorsing a nuclear freeze, not' only caters to scaremonger- .: If a freeze can mobilize fear of nuclear conflict and trans-. ing but also, portrays the foolishness of discoursing upon a late it into resistance to upgrading and protecting pur mismilitary field without having the expertise with which to • sies from a Soviet first strike; we will be subject to nuclear judge essential basic principles involved. ' • blackmail. It is disenheartening to learn that Nebraska rabOne fantasy popularized by freeze proponents is that : there exists mapy .times more than enough nuclear weapons • ; • • (continued on page 9)
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Near East Report -..» i Conventional wisdom has it that the Middle E-'t is K ! egated to the back burner m tlit months prior to a l*ii~-»dential election. According to this logic, the Middle East "peace process" should be at a standstill now — less than a month before U.S. voters make their choice for President. That is not the way it looks from Washington. At this point it is hard to tell precisely what is happening. But one thing is clear: there is movement and it appears to be in one direction. The most significant event of the last few weeks was King Hussein's decision to re-establish diplomatic relations with Egypt. Syria immediately condemned Hussein's move as treasonous and as a first step toward Jordanian entry into the Camp David process. On the other hand, the United States and Israel both applauded Hussein's move. Yasi.r Arafat also supported the Jordanian action and has been visiting Amman. There are other developments as well. The Israelis have asked the United States to serve as their intermediary with Damascus and have dropped their demand that the Syrians withdraw from Lebanon before they do, a significant concession. On the Jordanian front, Prime Minister Peres has been surprisingly forthright (given his political situaOmaha is rich in Jewish history spanning more than a tion) about his desire to reach an agreement with Hussein. century of Jewish settlement. Early settlers served as ped- He has even given a signal to the Palestinian Arabs by dlers and later as some of the earliest merchants for a thriv- overturning an,order issued by the previous government which would have closed down an east Jerusalem press sering and growing city. . In 1982, Mary Fellman, a woman of great vision who has vice because of its alleged PLO ties. All of these developled a lifetime of being involved with Jewish life and organ- ments suggest that the Middle East pot is stirring once izations of all kinds, fulfilled a personal dream and com- again. There is another factor as well — and it may be the one munity need by organizing and chartering the Nebraska giving impetus to the others. The Reagan Administration Jewish Historical Society. is making it clear (again, surprisingly, one month before the election) that the Sept. 1, 1982 Reagan Plan is alive and kicking. That plan, which was rejected by both Jordan The ^ f Cabinet elected Mas iia Kirshenbaum as its 1985 president, it was announced by Caryl Grcenberg, immediate past-president. "The Cabinet is fortunate to have M&xinc etsume this position. She will continue to be an asLct to our community and a support for the Women's Campaign", said Mrs. Grcenberg. Mrs. Kirshenbaum was the 1982 co-chairman of the Women's Campaign. She Iv£a3:inc Kirchcnb&uni served as chairman of Israel bonds in 1983 and has been Mrs. Kirshenbaum and a board member of the Jew- her family are members of ish Community Center. Beth Israel Synagogue.
end lir&ei, envisioned a Middle Eest pe&cfe settlement which would !.tw established an Arab West Bank federated \>uh J'uiiii Recent statements by Reagan Administration officials make it.clear that the p!en will be pursued once again if the President is reelected. On Oct. 1, Deputy Secretary of State Kenneth VV. Dam told a Jewish group that "only an implacable desire for pence can ctop" Arab terrorists. "We belisye that the beat hope for peace is embodied in the President's Sept. 1 initiative . . . It is.designed to bring about a just and lasting peace that will both recognize the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and, at the same time! assure the security of Israel (our commitment to which remains ironcl&d)." There can be no doubt but tliot King Hussein, Yasir Arafat, and other Arab figures are watching the Administration's statements very closely. It is an article of faith in the Arab world (shared by moderates and radicals alike) that the high point in U.S.-Arab relations — or, more precisely, the low point in U.S.-Iarael relations — came during President Dwight Eisenhower's second term. Eisenhower, the last U.S. President to serve two full terms, supposedly succeeded in pushing Israel out of the Sinai peninsula in 1957 because he was immune to political considerations. The dream in Amman, Cairo, and perhaps even Damascus is that a reelected Ronald Reagan — despite his pro-Israel record — would behave with similar "statesmanship." This could explain the various signals being sent by different parties. It could also help explain why King Hussein — just after taking the positive step of renewing relations with Cairo — would assure the Arab world that he "will never concede one speck in the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, or the Golan Heights." It also helps explain why, although he publicly refuses to negotiate with Israel, many here and in Jerusalem expect Hussein to start flirting with Washington after Nov. 6.
By. • Allan Greene Executive vice president, Jewish Federation of Omaha Thbugh I am a New York transplant, I am proud to serve as a Founding Board member of this fledgling Jewish organization. Already this society has sponsored a major exhibit (and is planning another) of early Jewish history, an essay contest, lectures and the film "West of Hester Street". Support has been primarily from individuals, thought the society has also received grants from the National Foundation for Jf wi8hlculture and several local private, foundations. To collect and preserve the artifacts and stdries of Omaha's Jewish community is a big task and it needs your help. You can help by donating personal and business items relating to your family's relocation and growth in Omaha. If there are no material items you can donate, you can write your recollections of early Jewish life in Omaha. . And the minimum involvement we can all do to assist the work of the society is to become a dues paying member (tax deductible). While patron members ($1,000) are needed, you can join NJHS for $15 a year. Send your check to NJHS, 333 South 132 Street, Omaha, NE. 68154. History will thank you. '
The Old Timers group at the Jewish Community Conter conducted an installation of officers recently and Steven Rod, (left) executive director,' JCC, conducted the event by having each officer fill a container with "the sands of time": Participating in the installation ceremony were from left, Norman Wohlner, president; Gerald Bernstien, vice president; Art Grossman, master of ceremonies; Dave Dvorkin, treasurer; and Henry Stern, reporter.
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Pprashat Beresbit By Rabbi Myer S. Kripke God." Man has something , Jews have stood in awe of the divioe about him. He .before Torah through a!! the is endowe^ with qualities that make him unique, difcenturies. Sabbath Cans'Jsjuing for Friday, October 19, 6'19 p.rn 'As we opened the Scroll ferent from &H other living again — on Shabbat Be- creatures, though of one ' i L u i ^ L C LLLCXIJ Council Bluffs reshit — one is struck all clock with thetn. SEKVICES:" SERVICES: SEItVlCIiG: It is this judgment, this anew by the unique spiritual B'nai Israel Friday: 6 p.m. Friday: Friday: experience, which Torah appraisal of Man, this faith SERVICES: Rabbi Paul Drazen and Mincha and Kabbalat Evening Service 8:15 p.m. . in his potentialities, that gives. First and third Friday of Rabbi Sidney H. Brooks, Cantor Emit Berkovits will , In an ancient woi !<1 full of leads the Biblical writers tp the month: 7:30 p.m. An Shabbat 0:15 p.m. Rabbi Stephen F. Barack conduct the service. superstition End puerile re- their fourth f^ent affirmaOneg Shabbut follows the Saturday: Morning service 8:45 a.m. and Cantor Harold I. Fire- Saturd.ay:Morning Service ligions, our ancient encas- • tion. They said that better service. 9:30 a.m. stone will officiate. Rabbi A Kiddush-luncheon will ters pierced through to times and an improved Everyone is welcome. follow the csrvice in the so- Barack will deliver a Shab- Mincha-Ma'ariv 6:20 p.m. truths never before grasped world society were latent in Weekdays: 7 a.m. and 5:30 and not yet fully appreci- the future. We sometimes cial hall. The Kiddush- bat message. [ "* r ' " i "'<• -? T " \ The Oneg Shabbat fol- p.m. luncheon will be sponsored call this the Bible's Messiated. BEKVICi : BETH EL BAR-B-Q by Jack and Lucille Epstein, lowing services will be given We need not be surprised anism. But under any name, Friduy: 7 ;> in A Bar-B-Q will be held on Sarah end Julius Schrieber by the family of Amy Zoob that they could judge their the vision of the future is for Daily ui d f'..turc!ay: and Etta and Harold Ep- in honor of her Bat Mitz- Oct. 21, 6 p.m. at the Syn- insights to be none other something better,' for a huThe ri. id n > i nd utaff of stein in honor of the 95th vah. agogue. than divine inspiration, di- mankind united in fact and the Rose Blumkin Home in- birthday of their father, Abe Saturday: in spirit, a world at peace vine revelation. vite the families, volunteers Epstein. Morning Service 11 a.m. To open Genesis is to and in plenty. Economic and friends of ths residents Class with the rabbi 5:30 Genesis begins it all, the throw open curtains which ItELIGIOUS SCHOOL to attend cervices in the p.m. cfevefoprnsnt blinded all earlier genera- whole of ths Hebrew ScripSaturday, Oct. 20 — 9 Herbert Goldsten Syn- Mincha 6:15 p.m. a.m. Sunday, Oct; 21 — 10 tions and many after. The tures, our Tenakh, points to By David Friedman agogue. Kidduoh following Mincha will be followed a.m. .-'.'.!. Greeks and Romans, for ex- it. The Rabbinic Age and WASHINGTON (JTA) services on Shubbat. by Shalosh S'udot, Ma-ariv ample, for all their brilliant Jewish thinkers over con* HEBREW SCHOOL — President Reagan, and Havdalah. The Shalosh Daled, Monday, Oct. 22 stressing the United States culture, had no religious in- tinuing centuries added to it S'udot will be sponsored by — 4 and 5 p.m.; Bet, Tuessights like those of Genesis. — to thin complex of instiMrs. Jake Wine in honor of day, Oct. 23 —'4 and 5 p.m.; commitment to help in "reHere is what the Bible tutions and judgments vitalizing the Israeli econthe 83rd birthday of Jake Gimmel — Wednesday, Oct. about the world end Man's writers saw: SEKVICES: omy and putting it on the Wine. First of all, they saw an' place in it. Saturday: 8:45 a.m. 24 — 4 p.m.; Al'eph, Thurs- road to sustained recovery," D'VAtt TOHAH But humankind, alas, is Sunday: 8 a.m. day, Oct. 25 —'4 and 5 p.m. announced that he and Pre- ordered world, a universe. The D'var Torah preceedWithout' knowing more, otill ohort, ohort, short of its mier Shimon Pereo have B'NAI MITZVAH ing the Musaf service on Amy Gail Zoob, daugh- agreed to the establishment about the cosmos than their attainment. Oct. 20 will be presented by ter of Mrs. Howard Hahn of a joint economic devel- contemporaries, they noneLeon Shrago. Extradition theless saw the world as an ..... ., and Barry Zoob, will cel- opment group to cooperate ordered entity, not a chaos. •Regular Sliabbat services Sunday: NEW YORK (JTA) M o r n i n g •"Minya-naiJ'e..' ebrate her Bat Mitzvah dur- toward achieving this goal. They saw the will of God be- Austrian officials have aswill be held. ing Shabbat Services Friday corvica O'a.'m."' ' ' "We have agreed to ex- hind it and the hand of God sured the Anti-Defamation With this Sunday we re- and Saturday, Oct. 19 and plore with Israel ways to en- directing it. Whether or not League of B'nai B'rith that sume our weekly Sunday 20. hance its growth and devel- one accepts the God-world the extradition from Syria morning breakfasts and disopment prospects through ' as they saw it, one stands in of SS-Haupt8turmfuerher Kevin Michael Finkel, Regular Shabbat services cuBsions which follow the structural adjustment, in- admiration at their ability (Captain) Alois Brunner, son of Joel and Lois Finwill be held. morning service. The morn- kel, will celebrate his Bar creased trade and invest- to see the world as a one- one of Adolf Eichmann's ing schedule is as follows: Mitzvah during Shabbat ment, as well as American ness, creation of God who is principal collaborators, will Morning Service 9 a.m.. services Friday and Satur- aid," Reagan said in a fare- a oneness. In this there is no be vigorously pursued. Breakfast 9:30 a.m. . well statement in the White room for magic; there are no day, Oct. 26 and 27. The assurance came from Discussion 9:50 a.m. House Rose Garden after a gods in enmity or in warfare ,. Leopold Gratz, Austria's BOARD OF '•. two-hour meeting with or in competition one with Foreign Minister, at a meetJACK KAY KAIMAN • Dismissal 10:30 a.m. . TRUSTEES Peres and Foreign Minister another. There is only God, ing with Frank Reiss, ADL's The guest discussion Services wor? held on Oct. Temple Israel Board of. 14'at Fisher Farm Cemetery leader on Oct. 21 will be Trustees will meet at 7:30 Yitzhak Shamir. only one world. director of European AfRabbi Jonathan Rosenfor Jack Kay Kaiman, 76. Moreover, second, they fairs, and Elliot Welles, dip.m., Wednesday, Oct. 24, A retired pharmacist, Mr. baum. saw this one world under rector of the ADL's Task 1984 in the Milder Confer FRIDAY EVENING Kaiman owned Kaiman one God as a good world, Force on Nazi War Crimience Center of Temple. The FAMILY SERVICES Pharmacy. and they saw life as good. nals, at the Austrian MisExecutive Committee will Late Friday evening fam- meet at 6 p.m., proceeding Survivors: son, Herbie, This seems to us, possi- sion to the United Nations. York, NE.; brothers, Mack ily services resume on Oct. the Board meeting. Diane and Gene Chaves bly, as a ho-hum observa(Mike) and Nathan, both of 26. At this service we will of San Leandro, Calif, an- tion. In reality, however, it Friendship Force celebrate the Bat Mitzvah Omaha, Leo, Hawthorne, nounce the birth of a daugh- is a major judgment, one of Felicia Kirke, daughter of CA.; two grandsons. interviews at J ter, Leigh Ann, on Aug. 31. which springs from the Hedy and Marvin Kirke. BETTY COLICK The Friendship Force is ¥©7all? off ©mnata They also have a son, Andy. deepest wells of the human An Oneg Shabbat recepServices were held on Oct. Grandparents are Ronnie consciousness. Despite all conducting interviews for 15 at Beth El Synagogue for tion will follow the service The main office of the and Art Jacobson of Omaha our misgivings, our frustra- potential ambassadors or Betty Colick, 69. Interment in honor of the Bat Mitzvah UTTO has been relocated to and Clarence and Isobel tions, our puzzlement about hosts for its India exchange. Celebrant. was at Beth El Cemetery. meaning in our lives, we af- Interviews will be conthe school wing at Beth Is-' Chaves of San Leandro. Mrs. Colick is survived by firm the worth of our being ducted at the Jewish Comrael Synagogue. School Diher husband, Harry; son, Alan and Ellen Mirson and our striving. We deny munity Center on Oct. 21, rector Stan Mitchell can be Gary; step-daughter, Vickie SERVICES: reached there, at the tem- announce the Sept. 12 birth that all is chance and we af- 11 a.m.-3 p.m. For addiYounie; sister, Rose FerenRabbi Leland Lifschiz porary phone number, 556- of a son; Larry Andrew. firm that there is purpose. tional information on the stein; one grandchild. conducts services in the Ca* 3770. School mail should be They also have a daughter And third, the ancient Friendship Force call 333The family suggests pehart Chapel every Friday sent to: 1502 N. 52 St., Lauren Pamela. Hebrew writers looked with 2922. memorials to Beth El Cem- at 8 p.m. An Oneg Shabbat Omaha 68104. If there is no _ Grandparents are Mrs. penetrating eyes at Man, at follows the service. etery. answer, messages may be Jeanette Mirson, Ottumwa, mankind. They knew all the left at the Syriagogue offices la.; Mr. and Mrs. Allan A. cruelties of which men are of Beth El and Beth Israel Nierman, Braintree, Mass! capable, cruelties and selEPSTEINand Boyriton Beach, Fla. Synagogues. fishness and thoughtlessness and rapaciousness; but will be honored by his children, Mr. & Mrs. they saw Man as more than Harold Epstein Mr. & Mrs. Jack Epstein animal. In Genesis the and Mr. & Mrs. Julius Schreiber on the ocwriter sees Man as walking
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BHBADBREAKERS Children's Hospital will be the "young ladies, who are Rep. Htl Daub will dis,- the featuicd epealer of the daughters of Omahs Hadascuss issues concerning,the afternoon. The Rainbow sah members, will perform Jewish community and House provides housing ac- two dances. Members of the plight of Soviet Jews with comodations for the parents ensemble are: Nicole Lermembers of the B'nai B'rith and families of out-of-town ner, Dana Erman, Lindsey Breadbreakers on Oct. 24 at patients at Childrens HGs- Weinberg, Sarah Kohll, Annoon at Howard Johnsons, pital. The House, which gela Yafe and Rebecca Gold72nd and Grover. may be used for long or stein. Congressman Daub, who short term visits at a mini- This year's Donor chairrepresents Nebraska's Sec- mal daily rate, is also women, Jan Glass, Susie ond Congressional District equipped with cooking and Shy ken, and Bev Zuber urge in the U.S. House of Rep- laundry facilities. Since its all Hadassah members to resentatives, recently re- opening over a year ago, the participate in this importurned to Nebraska from his Rainbow House has been a tant project and extend an Washington, D.C. office community service project invitation to attend the Doafter Congress recessed of the local B'nai B'rith nor Luncheon. Reservations from its 98th legislative ses- Women. Project c h a i r - may be made by contacting sion. " women for this year's event Joyce Schmidman at 393, ORT-NATIONAL are Simmy Siegel and Ellen 7479. Anyone needing a ride BOARD CONFERENCE Albin. may notify Ina Levich at Marty Tichauer, presiReservations for the 334-7031. Babysitting will., dent of ORT (Organization "Linen Shower" may be be available at Beth El Synfor Rehabilitation through made by contacting Flor- agogue. All those attending Training) in Omaha, will at- ence Schneider, 397-6920, the luncheon are also asked tend the 15th Women's Marion Strauss, 558-2646, to bring canned goods and American ORT National or Ida Kaiman, 558-1998. other non-perishable items Board Conference in Philto donate to the Omaha adelphia Oct. 21-24. ApHAPASSAH Food Bank. proximately 800 delegates DONOE LUNCHEON NCJW MEETING '. will represent 145,000 ORT "The Successful HadasSenator J. James Exon members. The delegates will sah Woman" will be the will be the guest speaker at have a chance to listen to theme of next week's annual the NCJW Omaha Section Joseph Harmatz, director- Hadassah Medical Organi- meeting to be held Oct. 23 general of the World ORT zation Donor Luncheon to at 9:30 a.m. The meeting Union;-Menachem Argov, be held on Oct. 24, noon at will be held at the home of principal and founder of the Beth El Synagogue. The Jan Schneiderman and reORT Comprehensive High afternoon's entertainment servations must be made by Schqol in Kiryat Bialik, Is- will feature a style ohow by Oct. 21 to Hindy Batt 397rael; Gilbert Bismuth, prin- Kneeter Furs. A variety of 0808, Linda Dunn 334-2311 . cipal of the ORT Villiers-le. Bel School near Paris, France; Charlotte S. de Grunberg, director-general of ORT Uruguay. The conference will focus ' on education in the international ORT network abroad, problems in Ajnerican 'education and vital issues currently facing the American Jewish community. They will also discuss the opening of the Los Angeles ORT Technical Insti.,. tute in Sept. 1985, the newest addition to the ORT . Modeling furs from Kneeter Furs are, from left, network comprised of some Mickey Sturm, HMO Style Show coordinator, Judy 800 vocational and techni- Katzman, model, Jan Glass, HMO Donor co-chaircal schools located in 21 woman. countries. furs will be shown ranging or Marty Tichauer 895Women's American ORT, from formal to casual and 3476. No further sitter serfounded in 1927, is the larg- sporty pieces, according to vice reservations will be acest of voluntary groups in 40 Mickey Sturm, style show cepted. • nations which support the coordinator. Don Kneeter JWV POST NO. 260 international ORT pro- will provide.the commen' Epstein-Morgan Post no. gram, i tary. Modeling the furs will 260 Jewish War Veterans of B'NAI B'RITH WOMEN be Fannie Manvitz, Debbie USA will have Its regular The Omaha Chapter of Feldman, Judy Katzman, meeting Oct. 25,7:30 p.m. at B'nai B'rith Women will Helen Frendel, Jan Glass, the American Legion Post hold a "Linen Shower" and Susie Shyk-en, Mickey No. 1 Club. Dessert Tea at the Chil- Sturm, Sissy Silber, Ida The Latka Party is Nov. dren's Hospital Rainbow Richards, Sylvia Friedlan- ' 11; sell your tickets and send House, 7815 Harney, on der, Bella Eisenberg, Ali your checks to Nate Marcus. Oct. 25, 1 p.m. All those at- Lerner and David Rice. Everyone support Post 260 tending are asked to bring Again this year the Ha- JWV fund raising for scholwhite bath towels as a do- dassah Dancers will make arship aid program and for nation to the Rainbow an appearance at the HMO live entertainment at the House. Donor Luncheon. Under the V.A. Hospital for the paBarbara .Tombrink of direction of Liz Doherty, tients.
Molly Picon stars in "Yidl Mitn Fidl" which will ba chown on Oct. 28 at 2 p.m. in the JCC theater. Sponeored by the College of Jewish Learning, this Yiddish-film' io the kick-off program for the Mamaluohcn Society, a Yiddish speaking eoalal group. "Yidl Mta Fidl," which tranolatea ao "Yiddlo with a Fiddlo," wan psroduced by Jocaph Greon in Poland in 1E>30 asad gives OHO of the lest glimpGsa of prewar Europe. This ia a romantic contsdy about a'group fo Klezmorim, roving muoicinno. Admicsioh io 01 or freo to ctuderita enrolled in the College of Jewish Learning. Helen Schwartz is acting Chairman for the Mamaluohen Society.1 Mamaluohen io Yiddish for Mother tongue.
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By Estelle Rosenberg The Young at Heart will sponsor a trip to Omaha to attend the Chassidic Festival Entertainers and a kosher dinner to be held at the Omaha Jewish Community Center on Nov. 8. The bus will leave the Tifereth Israel parking lot at 4 p.m. The total cost including the bus trip and dinner will be $10 per person. Betty Shapiro will be taking reservations and they must be in before Oct. 18. Send your checks 'to Betty Shapiro, 7415 Tiffany Rd. No. 8, 68506. This will be the October program. The Adult Education programs of the South Street Temple will begin after the High Holy Days. Several classes and discussion groups will run through the year. Through the year1 several educational events ^vill be presented. :
On a regular basis there will be: Prophet Study — Each Saturday morning at 10 a.m. the group will meet to discuss the Hdftorah of the week, the Hebrew prophets and their meaning today. This class was an outgrowth of successful Torah study group for the last two years'. B'nai Mitzvah Class — Adults in the Temple will have an opportunity to participate in the adult Bar and Bat Mitzvah study group. The organizational meeting
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will take place on Monday night, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m. at the Temple. The group will meet on Monday nights unless another time is more convenient for the group. If you have wanted to learn how to read Hebrew and the prayerbook and if you have considered experiencing a. Bar or Bat Mitzvah, you will enjoy this group. On Oct. 20, 6:30 p.m. the South Street Temple will sponsor a. special program on The Jews of India and have special Indian dinner. Each participant or couple should call Ann Kennedy, 475-4831 to make reservations. A recipe will be mailed to them which they will make and bring with them to the dinner (similar to a Pot-Luck). Call early for your reservation. Rabbi Kenneth White will talk about Jewish community of India and Sim Gurewitz will share his experiences and slides of his trip through India. The Tifereth Israel Congregational Dinner will be held Oct. 28, 6 p.m. in the synagogue social hall. Carol Cohen is chairman of the event and will be setting up committees and providing information on making reservations. Watch the Synagogue Bulletin for a reservation form. If you care to volunteer your services, call Carol, 423-6482.
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NEW YORK — Calling the November presidential election a dilemma for supporters of Israel concerning the candidates' Israel positions, a just-released study on the 1984 race concludes that contrary to assertions by President Reagan and challenger Walter Mondale and their supporters, neither is a friend of Israel. The conclusion was drawn by Prof. Ernest Bloch of Adelphi University, who was commissioned by Americans For a Safe Israel (AFSI) to conduct an independent analysis for the two leading presidential contenders. A spokesman for AFSI said the organization is aware that there are many issues besides Israel facing the voters in this election, but that the purpose of the Bloch study is to provide voters with an accurate account of Reagan's and Monocle's positions pn Israel and the Middle East. AFSI does not support or endorse candidates for elected office. Bloch said that some analysts believe that both contenders are strong Israel supporters. He cites as an example Hyman Bookbinder of the American Jewish Committee who told the New York Times: "Jewish voters can start their deliberations about their choice with confidence that both men are decent, sympathetic leaders who understand the central concerns of Jews on such matters as anti-Semitism, Israeli security and the rights of Jews in the Soviet Union."
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But when systematically examining the records of both men, Bloch concludes that neither has truly supported the interests of Israel. He notes the Reagan administration has "repeatedly engaged in efforts to sell large Quantities of sophisticated weapons to Israel's homicidal neighbors . . . Only in recent months, with the approaching elections, has there been sortie letup in these efforts." Bloch also points to a long list of other actions against Israel by the Reagan administration, including opposition to Israel in Lebanon; attempts to save the PLO; pressure tq force the Jewish state to turn Judea, Samaria and Gaza over to the Arabs; repeated use of sanctions against Israel; support of a U.N. Security Council resolution condemning Israel; opposition to moving the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv to Jerusalem; and the unsuccessful opposition to congressional efforts to increase economic and military aid to Israel. But Bloch says that "perhaps the most dangerous of Reagan's policies towards Israel, however, is the Reagan Plan," which he believes would undermine Israel's security. "In presenting it, Reagan expressed opposition, to a Palestinian state and called on Israel to agree to a settlement freeze and to return the territories to Jordan. However, he
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couched the plan in language that left the impression that Israel might keep much of the territories," wrote Bloch. i "Reagan's duplicity worked. A number of American Jewish and Israeli leaders supported the plan." Bloch adds, however, that "they failed to realize that once Reagan succeeded in gaining the support of many Israelis and Jews, his administration would make it clear the plan would only allow for minor border changes." In fact, four days after Reagan presented the plan, Secretary of State George Schultz interpreted it to mean that all of the "West Bank" would be returned to Jordan. But Bloch indicates that despite assurances of Mondale backers that he has always been a strong1 supporter of Israel and has favored moving the U.S. Embassy to Jerusalem for many years, the former vice president's record on Israelrelated issues is hardly better than Reagan's. . Bloch cites statements by Moshe Dayan, Shmuel Katz and Zbigniew Brezezinski that as vice president under Jimmy Carter, Mqndale was decidedly unfriendly to Israel and supported policies detrimental to the Jewish state. He notes that Mondale has been reported to have lobbied for the sale of F-15 fighter-bombers to Saudi Arabia, supported the sale of AWACS spy planes to the Saudis, favored pressuring Israel not to allow the building of Jewish settlements in Judea, Samaria and Gaza, and supported Israel's turning over these territories to the Arabs. ' , "What is important is that his [Mondale's] actual stance on the future of Judea, Samaria and Gaza and the settlements appears to be essentially the same as Reagan's and Carter's and just as dangerous for Israel: Israel must return Judea, Samaria and Gaza to the Arabs and it must not establish new settlements in these territories while it still . holds them, as this would interfere with their return," Bloch said. Bloch also reveals that Mondale's foreign policy adviser, David Aaron, shocked members of the Jewish American Political Action Committee (JAPAC) by his anti-Israeli statements during a White House visit by them in Sept! 1977. According to Seymour Cohen, a former adviser of JAPAC, Aaron, who was then a deputy to the National Security Adviser, left the decided impression that he was pro-Arab: He noted, however, that if Mondale is elected, it is likely that "he would be thinking about the need for support from pro-Israel supporters for a second term in 1988. This could act as a constraining influence on his following a strong anti-Israel line. Still,'the possibility remains that he could turn out to be another Carter — or Reagan for that matter — appeasing the Arabs at Israel's expense."
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\ j I n ^ e book, The Forgottca Language-, "Erich Fromm wrote of "the most universal language the human race has ever developed," viz., symbolic langusi^a. "Symbolic language- is a lanjiiujje in which inner eirne'riences .feelings and thoughts tre erjsK-.:,;.-.,d as . . . Esnsory experiences, events in the outer world." Fromm points out that tiits is the one language which is "the tame for all cultures end throughout history." Yet ii is vjtll nigh forgotten by modern man. Judbium is particularly rich in symbolic language.. The lictCicLsls uses ritual both to express inner fe-elinfis in outward behavior and to educate through action. Theology, dogma, arid values are encsp'oul&tcd in gestures that express ultimate truths in what appear to ba external and everyday £cts. TIJS Messianic hops of perfection of the world is expiesssd in a cup of '.vine at-the Ssder; freedom is acted out. in IOIHK;5, reclining on a cushion. In halaehic tradition, the grief ft-It when a close relative dies and the fabric of life is rippad up 13 articulated in a gesture — mourners rip a piece of their clothing. Unless one understands the symbolic language, one fails to understand the religion or its significance. Among the holidays, Sukkot is one of the richest in symbolic language. Despite its good spirit and feasting and joy so overflowing that it is called znoan eimcliateynu — the time of our rejoicing — the holiday remains among the most neglected of Jewish observances. I would guess that many Jews fin 1 Sukkot 'irrelevant' because they do not understand its language. Following is on attempt to translate the holiday's leading rituals/symbols into contemporary language EO that ita meaning can be gracpsd. Sulsfcah (tabernacle) — the Sukkah booth built and iived in (or, at least, eaten in) for a week is meant to represent the'portable homes that Jews lived in as they journeyed through the desert toward the Promised Land. Desert dwellings had to be mobile and easily assembled and disassembled for all the starts and stop3 along the way. The Sukkah came to express symbolically the whole concept of the Jewish way through history. The Jewish people marches from its origins in slavery through every culture and continent, showing the way to an ideal world of freedom and peace. The secondary message is that no one land or; home is permanent — Jewry refuses to settle down or sell out — until the whole world is redeemed. Had German Jews understood this lesson in 1933, thousands more might have bean saved. The Sukkah says: don't say it can't happen here. Just move on when the time comes. The Sukkah is a frail building (it is prohibited to make it too firm or sturdy) and is covered by schach — a leafy vegetable roof which must not be too thick.-The Ecliaeh is to bs open to the heavens — the stars should be visible through the cover. The cclaecli must ba sparse enough GO that rain will come through. The symbolism is that we are permanently vulnerable. After building solid walls, strong roofs, social position, extensive assets, and insurance all year long, we leave it all behind temporarily to live in the vulnerability of the Sukkah. The presence and promises of God have proved more durable than all the power and possessions amassed in history. The ultimate protection is walking through life accompanied by that faith. The Sukkah does not represent the rejection of power and money but it sets their limits. The 'insubstantial'^word of God and the faith that accompany us even when we suffer and die was the ultimate and only permanent protection. Accept vulnerability1 and live more deeply rather than'build the thick walls that are intended to protect us from hurt but end up cutting us off from life. Four species — the lulav (palm branch), etrog (citron), hodataim (myrtle), and arovot (willows) — are gathered in a bunch' and waved together before the Lord. The symbolic action is the expression of gratitude — the bounty of the field is acknowledged to bs the gift of God. Rabbinic tradition focused on the fact that all four varieties must be brought together. If one is missing, then the whole group is invalid. The rabbis noted that the etrog has taste, and fragrance; the lulav has taste but not fragrance; the myrtle has fragrance but not taste; the willow has neither taste nor fragrance. The symbolism is that every kind of Jew from the one who has both knowledge and good deeds to the one who has neither must all be brought together in the community. If any one type is missing, true community is lacking. On the first-night of Hoi Harnoed (the weekday portion of Sukkot), there was a water drawing ceremony. A torchlight parade, including musicians, jugglers, and dancers marched to the Temple where the first water of the new
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By 1te!jy Richards The annual Donor luncheon of Council Bluffs Chapter of Hadassah will bs held Oct. 23,12:30 p.m. at B'nai Israel Synagogue, 618 Mynster St. InterNorth of Omaha will present the Maximillian-Bodmer collection. Mrs. Louis Katelman is luncheon chairman. Guests are welcome. For reservations, phone Edythe Krasne, 323-9172 or Vera Teppennan, 322-0149.
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Did children such as Noodles and his gang really exist? 'perhaps there tifi're a few, but under the protective eye of Mama and Papa' it was usually not the "norm" for little "gonnifs" to yet avvey v/ith dishonest Gets —(at least, not more then once)! V/hfcn Noodles end his friends rob, steal end wreak havoc — tney go from b:.d to worce. Pouring kerosene over newspapers, then tpu'king lit matches to start a fire at the newsstand becauM the elderly Jewkh owner rcfuces to pay protection money, paints a dtemd picture of Jewish youngsters, barely Bar Mitzvch age- And the portrait of the little girls is even worse. ' Little wonder, when they are grown men they are sinful and sadistic, ruth!cs3 and revengeful. Thoy ere the Lords of the crime-world. ' .. Yet we all know that these ssme immigrants produced doctors, lawyers, teachers, scientists, journalists, artists; ' and reopacted Isadora in every corner of the globs. But "Once Upon a Tims in America" doe3 not choose to glorify the countless men and women of the Jewish faith — who ecquirod their fame and fortune, honestly. -Most shocking is that this multi-million dollar epoc — which so thoroughly destroys and dafamss the Jewish "image" — was financed by producer Arrion Milchan, an ^Israeli still in his thirties who has rapidly mode a name for himself in international film circles. , Initially a leadar in the Israeli chemical industry, Milchan acted as financial guarantor and producer of the TV minioeries "Masada," then made his feature film-producing debut with Martin Scorsese's "The King Of Comedy," starring Robert De Niro. In his role as producer of "Once Upon a Time In America," Milchan was instrumental in bringing together the screenplay of Sergio Leone and the casting of De Niro , in the lead rola of "Noodles." Is this indicative of Milchan'a handling of "explosives" from his previous days in the chemical industry? The violent,'vituperative assault-and-attack on Jews of America in the 1920'B is heinous enough, but to be aided and abetted, financially, by a Jew, himself— that, indeed, is the greatest "shanda" of all.'•' ' • ' • • •
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A close look at the movie "Once Upon A Time In America," unhappily reveals some disturbing inaccuracies — arid thus, indulges in character essesdnfit Son by innuendo. V/ith great detail, it establishes a network of crime that emenates with little hoodlums, who steal, terrorize end settle for stakes thet ore penny-ante. The bright youngstere who convincingly plcy thecs roles, are indeed look-dikes for their-grown-up counterparts. As they reach maturity — Prohibition io upon them. In due time, the sphere brosdsns — until titty bicoms full-fledge gangsters. They do not openly elicit violence — unless they are in mortal dancer, themselves. Their immorality stems from their desire to attein power and wealth, at all coats. Eventually, this is their undoing. It is also the undoing of the film — to describe these children as little Jewish "monsters" — with no regard for the hurt and misery they bring to others. Director Sergio Leone has co-written the screenplay with five of his Italian filmmaker associates — and to trifle with our inimitable Jewish way of life —: or interpret it through the eyes of a European, is indeed chutzpah! To add to its "sensationalism" — from the first day that young Noodles (Robert Da Niro) sets eyes on the beautiful but belligerent young girl (Elizabeth McGovern) he is smitten. The infatuation lasts him a lifetime, during which, at times he io turned-on, spurned, and finally in a moment of rage and seduction — loses IHB self-respect r - and the girl as well. These are powerful scenes — but too graphically violent to be highlighted. The other Jewish young man (James Wpods) iB the whealer-dealer, who comes up with all the money-making ventures. But his mad schemes backfire, to the detriment of his cohorts. The search for American dream io doomed to become a searing nightmare. The positions thoy attain in garigland'a hierarchy — do not compensate for their rash deeds and ruthless ambitions. Underneath jt all,, they* yearn for the good life — for peace and tranquility. But it eludes ' them — like fireflies in tlio night! ' , .,-'* If we recall our Jewish "roots" the breed of emmigrants who arrived in the early 1900's were, for the most part, i hard-working, industrious and ever-protective of their children. They emigrated from lands where they had been persecuted, and once they reached our shores, they vowed that the children would enjoy a better life than they did. Thus, they dedicated themselves to working long hours, hard and arduously — to make this a "land of plenty" for their progeny. . .
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By Sol Marshall
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From Time Immemorial By Joan P*tere; Harper & Row 10 East 53i)d Street, New York, NY 10022; Hardcover ( $24.95 When a reporter finds a clue to an interesting story, he or she follows it up — seeking facts and details that will lead to the interesting point thct epurrtd the-research. But what" happens when the dataijs contradict the original premise? Sometimes a reporter will brush them off, end remember only those fect3 which .b^sr out the hypothesis. That did not happen with Joan Pc-ture. She wanted to write a book about the poor, displaced Palestinian refugees. For mos{t of seven year she interviewed people, visited refugee camps, studied dusty records in Israel and in England, as well as Arab sources. Somehow the pieces didn't fit together. First of all, it must be remembered that Joan Peters was not an ordinary reporter. She started on the Chicago Daily News writingpeople features, but she asked for assignments with the civil rights movements in the South and wrote a series on the Ku Klux Klan. She covered a number of serious stories for notional magazines, arid then went to Israel following the 1973 Yom Kippur War to find out what happened to children there. ' She found many stories, and they were good for articles and a book, but after a while some of the facts she had in her notebook didn't fit her preconceived image of the Palestinian refugee. "It was a shock to me," she said. "I began to piece together some of the material I had in my 'questionable' file along with some of the statements that were made by a number of Arabs and some civil servants in England." "Some of the refugees had lived in various Arab countries before 1948. They had come into western Palestine because jobs were there. Othera had lived in that area only a generation or so. Their families had been nomad3 of the modem day. They didn't wander from oasia to onsia, but they wandered across the desert to-wherever they could find work. The economy of the territory, where Jews lived provided a better living for them." "What started me on this," she continued, "iyos the definition someplace that a refuges 'was someone who had moved from a permanent habitation of at least two years. This startled me. If the definition was a time period of only 24 months, that meant that must have been many people who had lived in western Palestine much less than the proverbial 'time immemorial.' That started the search for hard facts about population movements." In her search, Peters found that the growth of Arab population in what later became Israel was too great to have been the Tesult of normal growth. It had to be re^immigration. Interviews with young and old still living in the refugee camps, decades after 1948, proved her right. They had returned to the areas where their families had started, but were not being allowed to settle back in the villages where they had their roofs. "I was still sympathetic towards the refugees and their plight, but now I saw that the blame should be a laid at the feet of the Arab leaders. These leaders cared nothing for the poor peasants. Suffering was secondary to the aim for power over the land and hatred for the Jews, a long-lasting hatred," she added. The massive boolr is well-documented, copiously footnoted and replete with authoritative references. It refutes completely the myths that the Arabs lived on the land for centuries; but that, on the contrary, Jews had a presence there since the beginning of recorded history. Another fact that Peters brings out is that Arabs oppressed, tortured and killed Jews with a ferocity that was greater than their treatment of Christians during the same eras. This led to a great transfer of populations following 1948. Almost twice as many Jews fled Arab countries for Israel as Arabs left Israel. She points out that Israel resettled their refugees, but the Arabs maintained their refugees in camps, and turned over their support to the western countries and the United Nations. "Why?" she asks. "There are greater refugee populations throughout the world. But only this refugee group is blamed on the Jews. All the others are accepted as part of life and are resettled as much as possible. Few people can recall who is responsible for the displacement of thousands of refugees, but the Jews are unfairly blamed for this tragedy." While Peters' thesis is shocking, it had been accepted by many authorities in the field of middle east and international relations. She had been a participant in numerous international conferences, and her information has been quoted widely. She has also written a number of major articles on the subject and has appeared before prestigious groups across the country. "From Time Immemorial" deserves study by everybody who wants to be informed on the subject of "Who's to blame for the refugees?" It will do much to relieve the guilt of those who believe that modern Israel has lost its sense of values. J.F. BLOOM ft COMPANY 4431 N. 20th
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