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B'nai B'rith Lodges co-sponsor discussion
Spiritual AdoptionDay Mother's Day, May 11 has been proclaimed Na'amat USA, Spiritual Adoption Day and Lieat. Governor Donald F. McGinley,hand8 the proclamation to the organization's representatives Edith Rogert (left) and Helen Schwartz.
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The Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith has named Yitzak Santis as the new Plains States regional director in Omaha. Mr. Santis replaces Sheldon Filger, who was recently transferred to ADL regional office in Houston, TX. Prior to his Omaha appointment, Mr. Santis w^as ah assistant director in ADL's Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana regional office in Columbus, OH. Mr. Santis, a Boston native, received his bachelor's degree in Judaic Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and shortly thereafter went to Israel where he studied at the Ohr Somayach Yeshiva in Jerusalem. After his studies at Ohr Somayach Mr. Santis volunteered at a kibbutz in the Jezrael Valley where he met his wife, Elizabeth.
Upon returning to the United States, he pursued graduate wot'k in communications at Emerson College in Boston. As part of his studies, he jproduced, directed and hosted a Jewisli-Israeli radio program on radio station WERS-FM in Boston, from 1981-1984. In addition, from 1982-1984, Mr. Santis served as Information Officer at the Consulate General of Israel in Boston. E. Robert Newman, Board chairman of the ADL/Community Relations Committee of the Jewish Federation of Omaha, described Mr. Santis as "well-versed, well-prepared and capable." He added that, "We feel very fortunate in Omaha to have Yitzak taking over as this region's director. He has proven to be a strong leader, and will very successfully serve the community relations needs of this community."
The entire community is invited to attend an informative evening as Henry Monsliy and Cornbuslcer Lodges of B'nai B'rith cosponsor a discussion panel on the plight of the Nebraska farmer, and the rise of antiSemitism. The event will talie place Monday evening, Apr. 7, at 7:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center.
Synagogue, is quite knowledgeable in the area of anti-Semitic behavior. He has also been involve in many community activities since he came to Omaha in 1946. Presently, Rabbi Kripke is Adjunct Associate Professor of Theology at Creighton University, he lectures to community groups, and he writes a column for the Jewish Pr
Panel members will include Kearney, Nebraska farmer, Gary Goldtierg, Rabbi Myer Kripke, and United States District Judge Samuel Van Pelt.
Judge Samuel Van Pelt was qjpointed by Governor Kerrey in Octotwr of 1984 to investigate the Arthur Kirk shooting incident. Because of his deep concern with the matter of extremist groups. Van Pelt iias, since the investigation, continued to monitor antiSemitic extremists in Nebraska. Judge Van Pelt appeared on the ABC news magazine 20/20, and he is fast gaining a reputation as a national authority on extremist groups.
Gary Goldberg was in the news last January when he took an active role in protesting the so-called farm convention of the ultra-right wing Heritage Library in Kearney. Mr. Goldberg, who is Third Congressional District Democratic Chairman, and a Kerrey appointee to the Nebraska Gasohol Commission, was instrumental in the cancellation of the event. He received personal threats of violence because of his actions. Rabbi Kripke, Rabbi Emeritus of Beth El
Each of the panel members will give his personal observations and comments. There will be ample time for questions from the audience, so rememl>er to mark your calendar for this important event on Apr. 7. Refreshments will be served.
Women's Campaign appointees Reva Oruchi rHrhl, and Fannie Gummers are co-captains of the < Older Adult Division fo(' the Women's Campai^. They will be respolisible for contacting the niembers of the Young Energetic Seniors for their 1986 commitment.
Jewisli candidate for Dublin's Lord Mayor visits Omaha By Morris Maline It was the day after St. Patrick's Dpy and all thoughts of Ireland had just about vanished from the Jewish Community Center. Suddenly, Mary Fellman, president, Nebraska Jewish Historical Society, spoke into the microphone at the start of the Old Timers luncheon meeting. "Gentlemen, I'd like to introduce Ben Briscoe, a member of the Irish Parliament who is visiting from Dublin."
If the name Ben Briscoe sounds familiar, it's because his father, the late Robert Briscoe, was the first Jewish Lord Mayor of Dublin. Since ^en also is a member of the Dublin City Council and his party is now the majority, he has a good chance of following in his father's footsteps as the second Jewish Lord Mayor of Dublin. In a country of 2,000 Jews out of a total population of three million, three Jews
serve in the national Parliament, and a Jew by the name of Goldberg served as the Lord Mayor of Cork. "Being Jewish in Ireland is not a disadvantage to anyone seeking a political career," Mr. Briscoe told the Jewish Press. . "You know, Chaim Herzog, the president of Israel, was born in Ireland and his father become chief rabbi of Ireland ... He paid a state visit to Ireland last year and was received splendidly ... He speaks Hebrew
with a Diiblin accent and his office in Israel is open at all times to anyone from Dublin, Jew or non Jew." Mr. Briscoe, a strong advocate f9r the State of Israel and for the rights of Soviet Jews to emigrate, said his colleagues are supportive of both issues. However, he pointed out that Ireland is a poor country and that its farmers have the same problems that American farmers have, (continued on page 2)
Ireland'* Ben Briscoe, aoa of the flnt Jewish Lord Mayor WOobln, eov*r^ a lot of ground daring • •urpriae viait to the JCC last week. At left, Mollie Delman, older adult worker, preaenta m LVhayin banner; then a thort ehat with vlstting Israeli high sdMol itndento Diqthne Levin and Eyal Dagan; Mnalb^, a fc>ok at Mrs. B's portrait (he had been hoping to meet her) and a tap on the ihoulder for S«un Bornstein, a resident of the Rose Blamkin Home.
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I AJCongress convention told b anti-Semitism at tow ebb WASHINGTON - the threat of renewed widespread anli-Semitiim is more remote today than at any time in American history, according to Seymour Martin Lipset, a sociologist and professor of political science at Stanford University. Addressing 500 delegates at the American Jewish Congress' National Biennial Convention at the Shoreham Hotel here March 17, Prof. Lipset said that although extremists have attempted to pinpoint Jews as the source of the current farm problems in the midwest, a vast majority of farmers have rejected tfiis effort. He cited a recent Louis Harris poll, indicating that only 13 percent of the farmers interviewed blame Jews for farmers' economic problemB..Much' of the fear of increased anti-Semitism is exaggerated by the media and by Jews themselves, he observed. "Farmers in the midwest are not rising up against Jews, regardless of what we have read," he said.
an attitude often pasaed down from one generation to another. Data in the 1930s suggest this figure was as high as 26 percent, he said. Today it has dropped to about half of that, a significant improvement, he said. "American Jews are in better shape than at any* time in American history," Prof. Lipset contended.
Replying to a suggestion from an AJCdhgress leader that "Jews have aomething to worry about when even 13 percent of farmers irrationally blame Jews for their problems," Prof. Lipset contended that the figure was significantly lower than in the past. Some midwest farm families, he opined, have a history of attributing economic problems to Jews,
IPO ticket prcwedures By Tom Neuman Acting JCC executive director
ship number or Federation ID number to TIX. To secure your Federation ID number if you are not a member of the Jewish Community Center, call 3348200, extension 246. Everyone is cordially invited to become a Patron for the once in a lifetime event. The best seats in the house have been reserved for 336 patrons, at $100 per patron. In addition, you will be invited to attend a gala reception following the concert. Patron tickets are on hand at the JCC only and you may come in and pick your seats.
The Jewish Federstion will have the opportunity to get preferred seating for the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra as follows: All members of the Federation will receive a coupon in the mail which entitles all members to get preferred seats which will be available until May 16, when those tickets will go on sale to the public. To secure the tickets (as many as you want), send the coupon with your signature and JCC member-
Briscoe visits Omaha . (continued from page 1) When we get an order of $100 million for Irish beef from Lybia, this has some deterrent effect on a political level," he said. Mr. Briscoe came to Omaha to visit John Mulhall of Mulhall's Nursery following a St. Patrick's Day visit to Emmetsburg, Iowa. Emmetsburg and Dublin are sister cities, an arrangement proclaimed by the senior Mr. Briscoe 25 years ago. • Mr. Mulball alerted Jan Wayne, his advertising representative at the Jewish Press and she arranged to have Mr. Briscoe tour the JCC and the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. "Will I be able to meet Mrs. Blumkin?
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I've he^rd so much about her, it would be a joy to talk with her." Instead of a personal meeting, however, Mr. Briscoe was limited by time to a short visit and posed by Mrs. B's photo in the Rose Blumkin Home so that a picture could be sent to her. H6 also mingled freely with the residents of the Home paying particular attention to Rose Appel,' a native of England. "L'm from England", she said, and he re-. plied, "I'll forgive you for that," and then proceeded to kiss her on the cheek. Then, it was time to Visit the Strategic Air Command and an evening of rest before returning to Ireland.
By Morrla Maline A Jewish scientist who had been trying to leave the Soviet Union for six years was summoned to the office of the KCa "I was given a but official wuning which inclucied the thtMt of imprisonment in Siberia," said Anatoly M. Khauuiov, formerly of the inititute of Ethnography, Academy of Scienoes in the U.S.S.R. "This occurred in November, 1984, and on July 4, 1986,1 was told that I could leave in three dsys." Professor Khazanov commented on his experiences in the Soviet Union and on his new life as a member of the faculty of Hebrew University during a press conference in Lincoln last week. Profeaaor A.M. Khnuutov (left) preaenta a aouvenlr Professor Khazanov said caaMl (made in larael) to UNL Profeaaor Paul Olaon that when he applied for during a Lincoln preaa conference last week. emigration papers, he was demoted from his position plight and recommending and it was important comand told not to publish any that his paper be delivered ing when it did... I knew additional material. in absentia. that I was not forgotten." "When I was given perThen, when he left the Professor Khazanov told mission to leave, they wouU Soviet Union with his wife, the press conference that in not allow me to take one and their son, he tried to order to be a successfiil sciwritten word with me." correspond with Professor entist in the Soviet Union, According to the profes- Olson to advise him of his one had to profess the cause sor, this period of awaiting new status. of Marxism. permission to emigrate put An exchange of letters When he applied to emihim in a framework of "iso- never got through the Israeli grate, he was told that his lation." postal system, Professor action was incompatible "I felt completely alone, Khazanov said. with Marxist concepts and that no one in the world "When I get back to Ishis request was rejected imknew of my plight, or even rael, I'm going to commumediately. worse, cared." nicate with our minister of "This happened even He said he then received communications and get my though under Soviet law, I a letter from UNL Professor point across," he added. Paul Olson inviting him to According to the profes- had a right to move," he exparticipate in the 10th an- sor, the letter he received pl«ine|d. nual OreaC P-lains Center (torn- UNL changed his Professor OIsoM described fonference on Plains Indian' whole outlook toward his Professor Khazanov as a cultures. predicament. foremost authority on reIn a way he declined to "The letter was a surprise source management and discuss, Professor Khaza- and it offered me great en- said that his writings in linov smuggled a reply out of couragement. .. It's some- braries throughout the Finland explaining his thing I never anticipated. world are "profound."
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Arts workshops, classes at JCC By Evy Kati, Ciuariiia* JCC Art ConmittM On Feb. 23, 1-4 p.m., tit aitists demonBtrated and provided hondi on experience to children and aduH« interested in drawing, painting, ceramics, weaving and knitting. Also featured was Mary Jo Horning, the JCC's visual artist-in-residence, who has come to the JCC •, through a grant from the Nebraska Arts Council. Carolyn Hadsell, ceramics instructor, brought out the potter's wheel and helped participants get into clay. Peggy Reineke and Craig Lee, who teach the adult art studios, found willing models for their portraiture and encouraged others to try their hand at drawing. Mary Jo Homing was weaving with handdyed papers and Lisa Woolco, a special guest artist in Omaha at the Bemis Project, was producing knitted art. Many new arts workshops and classes at the JCC are starting in April. Peggy Reineke will be teaching Adult Figure .Drawing on TVieftday morn-
•** An exhibition of rare Hebrew manuscripts from the Palestine Library in Parma, Italy, was held at the Jewish National and University Library on the' Hebrew University of Jerusalein's Givat Ram campus in honor of the University's 60th anniversary. This was the flrst time these works were exhibited outside Italy.
iiifi, April 1 - May 13,9:3011:30 a.m. Drawing and Painting, gaared to all levels of experience, will be conducted by Craig Lee on Wednesdays. 7-0:30 p.m., April 9-28. There are many arts activities for children, also. Mary Jo Horning will teach weaving Sundays through the Childrens Department. Carolyn Hadsell will lead six to nine year olds through Stories In Clay on Mondays, March 31 - May 5, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Clay will be used to illustrate characters in sequences from famous fables and stories. Children will be modeling figurines and painting tiles to interpret these fanciful tales. Knitting for All Ages will be the focus of Lisa Woolco's class on April 3 - May 8, 7 to 9:30 p.m. This class is designed for all levels of interested students. Project^ will be created to meet the needs of each individual participating. Students without any knitting skills will be able to learn the basic techniques to start them on a project, and advanced knitters may improve on their knitting by learning new skills such as designing their own sweaters. Some projects and techniques to be covered are: scarves, wall hangings, afghans, vests, sweaters, cables, reading a pattern, designing patterns, intarsia, and finishing techniques. To register for these classes for additional information, visit or call Lois Wine at the JCC, 334-8200.
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Shown from right are Aanie Kotok, ai^d Nicole Lerner poaing for a charcoal portrait. Carolyn Hadsell (in the background) ia working ^t the potter'* wheel, and Anne Silverman and Kelly Pollard look on aa artist Craig Lee (shown from behind) draw* the portrait. They were all participating in the visual arto happening held in the JCC Canteen on Feb. 23.
Storyteller spins tales The Lincoln Jewish Welfare Federation will present "One Generation Tells Another's" on Apr. 13, 7 p.m. at Tifereth Israel Synagogue in Lincoln with storyteller Peninnah Schram. Tickets are $4 for general admission and $3 for students and seniors. Tickets may l>e purchased from Suri Jacknis 488-9619 or Nancy Coren 423-5695 or at the door. Ms. Schram first heard stories from her parents in New London, Conn. Her father, a cantor, told her Talmudic and Midrashic
tales while her mother shared the proverbs and the folk-tales of the Jewish people. A graduate of the University of Connecticut (B.A.) and Columbia University (MA) as a theater major, Ms. Schram began producing plays for adults and children with her companies Theatre a la Cartel Inc. and The Jewish Heritage Theatre. Since 1970, she has been a professional storyteller performing across the country. She is associate professor of speech and drama at Stern College of Yeshiva University. . .
LOVE held the first MiniCk)ncert of the year Mar. 2 featuring the Myron Cohen Quartet which got rave reviews. LOVE also provided wine coolers and veggies and dip. Thanks to Barb Forbes and her sorority sisters who came to help Helen Shukert. The popular water color classes started Mar. 13 and will run through Apr. i7. Capable and talented Mary Ann Auperlle again is teaching the class, bpt we need volunteers badly. There are too many residents for Mary Ann to help alone. It's a fun class, so if you have a couple of extra hours on Thursdays, call Sharon at 3304272 and offer your help. The Bunch to Lunch have a new van that will be squiring them around to their favorite haunts. They have tried Longneckers, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Country Buffet and Baker's with George Schapiro accompanying. - Welcome to Gerri Phillips who has joined the volunteer manicurists. They all do a commendable job for the ladies, who love to get their nails done. Ann IXirchin, who is taking her practicum at the Home, has been helping out with all sorts of recreational activities and buzzing around everywhere.
Two of the employees at the Blumkin Home are brand new brides, and to celebrate the occasions the Recreation Department gave shower gifts and a special party for Karlyn Gistad and Danelle Spencer. Congratulations to you both. Many thanks to Herb and Ruth Forbes and Carol and Stan Widman for walking several residents to the JCC for the Giora Freidman concert on Mar. 8. Other residents went to see their choral instructor LeifErickson, who performed at Burke High in his Barbershop Quartet. Some of the folks went o the Open House of the Royale Oaks Retirement Home, formerly the Dr. Sher Home. Vicki Fisher, our resident opera singer, was invited to sing accompanied by Gladys May. She performed "Eli, Eli" and Bless This House" for the crowd. MoUie Parsowsky visited her old room, and many residents were surprised at the transformation. Mrs. Eugene Brandt is tlie Administrator. Those who couldn't attend on Mar. 16 will have an opportunity to visit another day. If you wish to help with getting the residents over there and take a peek yourself, Sharon could really use the help.
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TTie poor, suffering Arabs New thoughts We are all familiar with the words. We've been hearing them lor several years. You know the ones I mean: v "The Palestinian problem is at the heart of Middle East conflict.. . Israeli settlements in the West Bank are an obstacle to peace ... etc." It's time to put an end to that sort of nonsensical thinking and look at the facts. That the Palestinian problem has not been a burning issue on the strategic agenda of Arab leaders may be construed from their meager strategic attention to that problem. And to the problems such as the coups d'etat in Aden, (January 1986), and in Sudan (April 1985), the foiled coup in Saudi Arabia (September 1986), the Gulf War, the ongoing civil wars in Iraq, Syria and Sudan, the disintegration of OPEC, the rise of Moslem fundamentalism, the historical conflict between the have and the have-not, population explosion in urban centers, etc. To say that the cause of Middle East conflict is the Palestinian problem is not factually correct if one looks at the facts. The historical background suggests rather strongly that a resolution of the Palestinian issue does not automatically guarantee Arab-Israeli peace. Thus, it is interesting to note that a group of congressmen recently criticized the State Department's Middle East policy and urged support for PERMANENT ISRAELI CONTROL OVER JUDEA, SAMARIA (THE WEST BANK) AND GAZA... They are Senators Steve Symms (R-Idaho) and Jesse Helms (R-North Carolina) and Congressman Tommy Robinson (D-Arkansas). I The Congressmen delivered remarks in favoir of permanent Israeli control earlier this month at a meeting of Americans for a Safe Israel. Senator Symms said: "I oppose any plan, whether proposed by Syria, Jordan, the U.N. or the State Department that seeks to remove the territories.of Judea and Samaria from Israeli control." Calling Israel, America's only reliable friend in the Middle East, Senator Helms urged every congressman and senator to visit Israel so they could understand the importance of Judea and Samaria to Israel from a geo-strategic and Biblical point of view. Congressman Robinson labelled American Middle t Ekist policy "schizophrenic" ahd suggested that the I State Department be renamed the "capitulation der [' partment." I He said he will vote against the proposed arms sale [ to Saudi Arabia, and he urged the Administration to ^_., move the U.S. Embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem.
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HAIFA — Not long ago King Hussein of Jordan accused Israel of maintaining in the Weat Bank the most cruel and repressive occupation in history. Since his unaupported aas^ions have since been repeated and even elaborated upon with colorful adjectives, it is well that the facts be told. Indeed, his charges are given the lie even by members of the PLO who grudgingly concede that the Arabs in the occupied areas are enjoying progress and jprosperity, but prefer to regard this as a nefarious Israel plot to lull the population into peaceful ways, and woo them away from war and terrorism. Statistics often make dull reading, but one who reads them with understanding can picture them in terms of dramatic human stories — of health, education, economic tvellbeing and even happy home life. First of all, in the matterof population. Under Israel's "cruel" adminiatration, which certainly does not prevent those who wish to leave from doing so, the Arab population of Judea and Samaria has grown from 596,000 in 1967, the year Israel took over, to 640,200 in 1972, and 787,000 in 1984. Not all of this was natural increase, because it also includes Arabs from outside the area who applied for and received permission to ttike up residence .there under the terms of family reunification. Israel's "tyrannical" rule was apparently acceptable to them. Prior to 1967 Jordan ruled the West Bank like a colonial power, intent on keeping the natives subjugated. There were no universities, and applications to establish same were rejected. Under Israel rule, on the other hand, four universities and three degree-granting colleges have been established, one after the other. In 1982 they had 8,218 students and in 1984, 10,280. Several of them are known as hotbeds of illegal activity leading to terrorism and calls for revolt. Israel has sought to reduce the intense political rivalries of embattled student campus groups, and to encourage peaceful pursuit of education. In 1967 there were 530 schools, with 106,311 pupils. In 1984, with Israel's encouragement and assistance, there was a 50% increase in the number of schools and a 102.7% increase in the number of pupils. When there was little or no local industry, there was no need for vocational training. In 1968 there were 198 graduates from Buch courses. With the pickup in the local economy and the development of domestic industry, previously
frowned upon from Amman, the number increased. In 1969 there were 886 graduates of such classes, and in 1984, 2,923. What about the little things that go to make life more comforUble? The figures are indeed illuminating. Jordan did nothing to encourage the extension of power lines, and in 1967 only 23% of the households on the West Bank used electricity for domestic purposes. That grew-to 86% in 1984, and was reflected in the homes. In 1984, 75% of Arab homes had television aeU, 51% had tape recorders, and 32% had washing machines. The latter two figures offer an interesting study in the setting of home priorities. In 1984. 80% of the homes cooked with gas or electricity, against only 5% in 1967. So much for cruel and repressive occupation. An authoritative report recently published by the Civil Administration of Judea and Samaria, and covering the period up to March 31, 1985, contains numerous similar instances of what has happened in the lives of Arabs since the Israel flag replaced that of Jordan in the area. Not everything was positive, to be sure. In response to repeated complaints about the prisons, the authorities investigated and found that conditions were indeed bad, and steps were taken to improve these conditions. Charges of maladministration of jtistice by none other than Arab judges in the local courts were also substantiated, and several of them were indicted. The economic recession in Israel has been felt very little in Judea and Samaria, and there baa been no noticeable increase in unemployment Tens of thousands of West Bank Arabs are still employed in Israel. One third of the total labor force in Israel's construction industry are Arabs who come across the green line. Health, welfare and sanitation services have all contributed to a sharp rise in the life expectancy of the Arabs. In 1967 an Arab male in the West Bank had a life expectancy of 46 year»(!), and the women folks, 50 years. In 1984 that figure had changed to 60 for males and 64 for females. It will not be long before the figure may increase to that in Israel: 73 years for males and 76 for females. All down the line, the figures show an amazing improvement in almost every aspect of life for the Arabs in Judea and Samaria, evidence of what may perhaps be the most benevolent occupation in history — this despite the attempts of a handful of terrorists to disrupt daily life and create turmoil.
Assad 2 a limited provocation.... Damascus could be threatened." By M. J. Rosenberg Moreover, Goodman writes, "in no circumstances will Israel Near East Report Remember the promo for the film JAWS 2. It read: "Just be taken by surprise. Even the slightest hint of war could when you thought it was safe to go back into the water...." spark a preemptive response." Another Israeli reporter, Moshe Zak of Ma'ariv, would It was a reminder that there are still sharks out there and agree with Goodman that the best way to avert war with still horror films about them. The line could apply, although without any humor what- . Syria is for Israel to make Assad understand that there is soever, to the growing threat emanating from the shark on no way that he will score any gains in a limited (or unlimIsrael's northern border, Hafez Assad. Israel's security sit- ited) war with Israel. He argues that de facto peace on the uation has not appeared especially perilous lately. The se- Syrian border only exists because "Syria is sure that Israel curity zone in south Lebanon has held up better than many is strategically superior. As soon as Assad reaches the conexpected. Jordan is not permitting terrorists to use the clusion that he has achieved strategic parity . .. the danger Hashemite kingdom as a base for attacka on Israel. The of war would grow." He believes that Assad is threatening peace treaty with Egypt remains the cornerstone of Israel's war to divert domestic attention from the economic ausforeign policy. In short, all's quiet on the western, southern, terity program which he is trying to impose in Syria. "There is no reason whatsoever for Jerusalem to serve as Damasand eastern fronts. That leaves the Syrian front, where the situation appears cus' national loudspeaker." In other words, Israel should to be deterioratitig. In a speech delivered on Mar. 8 and ignore Assad's threats while watching his military moves broadcast on Syrian television. Assad called on the Sryian very, very carefully. Shimon Peres agrees. Speaking in Ashdod on Mar. U, people to prepare themselves for "martyrdom" in the battle against "rapacious, aggressive" Israel. He then cited the he said that Israel "is prepared to sit down and discuss examples of four Syrian suicide bombers as "examples for peace with the Syrians." Ais for Assad's threats, "we will every young girl and boy." In a particularly bizarre passage, not counter them with our own threats. However, if someAssad referred to a young girl who had blown herself up as one threatens to harm us, we will fight back. Our tone may attending "a wedding which [was] different from any other be restrained but our might is great." Let's hope that Assad wedding and to a ceremony which is different from any is paying attention and that he recalls that the soft-spoken other ceremony." Interesting. In the United States the Peres waa the architect of both the modem Israeli air force White House is concerned about the wave of teenage sui- and the stunning Entebbe rescue. He is not one to be trifled cides. In Syria, the President calls on kids to realize that with. "life is meaningless without martyrdom." Unfortunately, there is more brewing on the Syrian front ARNA^TKIBUTE than mere rhetoric. In an analysis in the Jerusalem Post (Mar. 15 international edition), defense corre8|X)ndent Hirsh Goodman writes that "the assumption of impending conflict is not based on words alone. For the past three years Assad has been building up his army systematically, thoroughly, and relentlessly — despite Syria's dire economic situation and the pressures of its continued debilitating military involvement in Lebanon." Goodman believes that Syria may be preparing for a limited assault on Israel — a "land grab on the Golan Heights and the injection of enough forces into the area to preserve it from Israeli counterattack until a ceasefire has been imposed by a nervous world" He asys that Israel might be forced to accept such a ceasefire "given Syria's ability to unleash volleys of SS-21" rockets against Israeli military emplacements "and its abili^ to reach n^jor Israeli ... civilian targets by means of; artillery, rocketry, and aircraft. ..." It is an u^y scenario but, at Goodman points out, it is . aimBiwi»flfAiioaN.iwwp, one that might not pl«y out on Syria's terms. "Syria would 10 anwntmtwwwpcarini not be aUowed to dictate the dimensions of the conflict" DcsMvaMoaot. Israel couM reiqmnd "with diq>roportionate means to even
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I was tK>rn a liberal Democrat and raised to understand that Kepuhlicans were the bad tcuys. I was taught that not only were they anainKl working people, they were arUi-Semiltcn The Democralir Party, on the other hand, was the party iil average people, committed to social justice and giHKt li>r the -iewK. Until lately, those two ov^r-sturfed generalizations were guidelines for much of the Jewish community. Kul things have been changing in both parties — and much of the >lewiKh electorate is confused. "Fundamental shifts have indeed l)een taking place inside the Republican Party," avers Chris Gerston, director of the National Jewish Coalition. "This is not the same Republican Party of 20 or ;UI years ago. Used to be, the farther to the right you went, the more anti-Semitism you encountered. Now it's the opIHJsite." (iersien's National Jewish Coalition is the reconstituted Jewish Coalition for Reagan-Bush. Its mission, says GerKten, is not turning Jews en mouse into Republicans, but encouraging Ihem to be at least bi-partisan. At the same lime, the NJC lobbies Republicans to be consistently proItirael. "Rut we can't do numl>er one without number two," says Mr. Gerslen. Indeed, the Republicans have built up a stunning record of late on a wide range of Jewish and Israel issues. For example, consider key conservative Senator Jesse Helms' dramatic transformation. Recently Helms journeyed to Israel, ate a felafel, and fell in love with the Jewish State. Proof in the pudding, Helms recently dropped his obstruction of the Genocide Treaty, and it was. ratified just days later. And rememlwr George Schultz. When his nomination for •Secretary of State was proffered, one Israeli diplomat rellecting on his l>ackground with the Bechtel Corporation and Aral) construction projects, declared "If he is confirmed, it will lie a black day for Israel." Schultz was conllrmed, and as Secretary of State quickly learned that peace is something the Arabs propagandize, but never get off the pot about. He is now a staunch friend of Israel. Most importantly, an uncanny tolerance hits taken over a party renowned for its grass-roots intolerance, racism and anti-Semitism. Many Republicans stand for a right wing fundamentalist Christianized America. Equal rights amendments, affirmative action, humanism and social action programs would be abolished. Jews vocally stand for the opposite. Now let's look at the Democrats. Institutional black antiSemitism is a factor. 'The Anti-Defamation League a^rt^ that 81 percent of black leadership agrees with classic antiSemitic canards, according to recent Harris polls. It is no wonder, almoat the entire black leadership embraces the spirit if not the words of Louis Farrakhan. Democratic ranks also include the Jew-hating wing of the feminists, that sector of the anti-Apartheid movement that falsely accuses Israel of collaboration, and a variety of pro-Third World types who embrace the PLO. Mass defections from the Democratic Party during the last election over the Farrakhan-Jackson tumult were barely averted. Mr. Gersten claims that many in Jewish leadership have already understood that Republicans are friends. "During
the 196.')-84 cycle," explaina Mr. Gersten, "$3.9 million was raised by Jewish PACS (political action committees). Dem (icrats received 79 percent of that, and if you subtract Senator Rudy Boschwitz' (R-Minnesota) contributions, it would be 90 percent. But this cycle, 198.S 1986, the Repub llrans are getting much more." There are many who rightly regard Presidential efforts Id seduce the Jewish community into Star Wars and Nicaragua as "not so subtle attempts at blackmailing the Jewish community," to use the words of Henry Siegman, executive dinctor of the American Jewish Congress. I>e8t he l>e perceived as an apologist for the D^inocrata, Mr. Siegman agrees with Mr. Gersten that being a oneparty community is dangerous. But Mr. Siegman warns, "If in the next election, the Republican candidate is a captive of the religious right, then it is the Jewish interest to reject that kind of a party — especially if they make a visceral appeal on the Israel issue." Leaving no rt>om for doubt, Mr. Siegman declares that, "any Jewish PAC that gives their support to candidates only liecause they support Israel despite a whole range of other concerns, such as pluralism and church-state issues, those PACB are perpetrating a major blunder ' ^Aiw^n Mock i« Ihe aulhw of Tk* Tnmaf^r Atrmmtmt: 7%* VmtuU Stmry •/ th» SacrM PmH BoiMm llu Third Ktit* mud Jmwttk PmlmHmt (Motmitmnl. winntr i>l Ihr CaH Sandbunt Award ftir Ihr btKt nonfitlian of 1994 and nominaUd for the Putitttr I'riit. HU Kyndkatrd nttumn, pubtinhid by newtpaprrt w J8 rilin, iuat rttrwtd Inur ruuninationn for the I'uUttrr Pritt.
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The luncheon is open to A Gubernatorial Candi- farmer; and former Mqyoral dates' Forum will ba held candidate Chuck Loos of the Jewish community at a cost of $6 per person. The Apr, 9, 12:30 p.m., at the Lincoln. Jewish Community Center. Democratic Senator menu includes: pita with The Forum will be the high- Marge Higgins is unable to chicken salad, potato salad, light of the American Af- attend because the Unicam- and strawberry shortcake. fairs Luncheon co-spon- eral is in session, but she Sitter service is available sored by Women's will send a written state- from 12-3 p.m. at the Jewish American ORT, National ment. Repiiblican Nancy Community Center for .the Council of Jewish Women Hoch is also unable to at- total cost of $3 per child. tend because of a prior comand Hadassah. Reservations may be The Democratic candi- mitment. made until Apr. 3, with Carol Schrader, news andates running for Governor, Carol Nsthan 496-0564, who are participating in the chor and reporter for KETV Caryn Rifkin 334-7216, Kay Channel 7, will moderate Forum, are former Lincoln Weinstein 566-7736, Fanny Mayor Helen Boosalis; for- the forum as the candidates Gummers 391-3997, Reva mer Senator Chris Beutler, discuss their views on state Oruch 391-8344, or Rose Norfolk attorney David issues, said Diane Malash- .^lo^nan 33(0-4814. , . Domioa; •afid-Mina Dil- ock, ORT-vie* pitaldeAt^T' lingham, an Omaha evan- '40ffiinainty>iaffaira''«n4' 'V No reserrations-or cangelist. The participating Re- luncheon chairman. Iliere cellations for the Itincheon publican candidates will be will also be an open ques- or sitter service can be acthe former State GOP tion and answer period. In cepted after April 3. Canchairman Kermit Brashear, order to achieve more per- cellations and "no shows" State Treasurer Kay Orr; sonal contact with the after this date will be billed; Everett Sileven, a .Baptist guests, candidates will sit this is necessary because of minister from Louisville; with them at lunch rather' the high coat of tlie imtchPaul Rosberg, a Wausa than at a head table. eon.. ,. -J
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SERVICES: Friday: 8:15 p.m. Rabbi Stephan Barack and Cantor Harold Firestone will officiate. Rabbi Barack will speak "On Black/Jewish dialogue." The Oneg Shabbat will be aponaored by Temple larael Siaterhood. Saturday: 11:15 a.m. CLASSES Religious School and Hebrew School are in recess. Confirmation - March 24, 7 p.m. BAR MITZVAH Samuel Brent Passer, son of Mrs. Claire Passer and Dr. Jeffrey Passer, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah during Shabbat Services Friday, Apr. 4 and Saturday, Apr. 5.
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Sd and Dorothy Yaffe cordially invite their friends and relatives to a kiddush following Shabt)at services Saturday, March 29 at Beth El Synagogue. The kiddush will be in honor of Bob, Sue, Angela and Alicia who are moving to ^ Columbus, Ohk). ^
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Neiden, R«va Moier, TiUie Moxer, Estelle Rosenberg, Jan Breslow, and Miriam Miale. Ruth Burke, president will present a brief business meeting followed by a card ' party and Mah Jongg. The actual celebration of Purim is eagerly anticipated by all of the Tifereth Israel Religious School students. They took delight in dressing up in costumes on the night of the Megillah reading (Mar. 24) when they held a costume parade and rewarded all those participants who came in costume. Traditional Megillah wordcounting contest, with prizes given out at the Purim Carnival on March 30. Suri Jacknis is prirtcipal of the religious school. The newest members to join the South Street Temple Congregation are David and Suzanne Strieff. The Strie^s are originally from Chicago. David is employed as a senior account executive at the Swaneon Russell Associates advertising agency. Suzanne is a social worker.
The Honorable Norman Krivosha will serve as master of ceremonies for the March 30 Lincoln community Campaign get-together. Judge Krivosha was appointed Chief Justice of the State of Nebraska on October 30, 1978. He is actively involved in the Lincoln community as an adjunct professor at the University of Nebraska College of Law and as a member of the Board of Governors of Nebraska Wesleyan University and the Board of Directors of Lincoln Community Concert. Besides being actively involved in his profession he was recently elected a National Vice President of the United Synagogue of America. "I am pleased Judge Krivosha has time in his busy schedule to be with us. I look forward to hearing him and, of course, our entertainer, Mickey Freeman," said Marsha Plotkin, campaign chairman. "I know the community is in for quite a treat." LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (JTA) — Philip Kaplan has been elected president of the Jewish Federation of Little Rock.
by Glen Finemap Executive director, Jewish Family Service Tzedakah — More than a specific time of year, the essence of giving, and a matter of personal values and obligation. As we draw closer to Pesach, Tzedakah becomes the focus of most Jewish individuals and families and a priority of Jewish Family Service (JFS). Tzedakah is one of many services provided by our agency, which prides itself in promoting and preserving healthy family relationships. JFS plans to sponsor compreliensive programs during the next sii months through the family life education component of the agency. A goal of JFS is to work closely with the other professional agencies in the Omaha community, specifically networking with the other family service agencies for coordination of both educational and therapeutic services. JFS provides consultation, supportive, and individual services to each
of the Federation agencies as well. Currently JFS is sponsoring two "Parent Coffees" for the JCC Preschool in April. The intended audience of these "coffees" is parents of preschool age children. On Apr. 2 the topic will be "My child is good, but there are times ...", and on Apr. 9 the focu* will be on "kindergarten readiness." Advance registration at the Preschool is requested, although registration at the door will be accepted. In M«y, JFS will sponsor a series of workshops for parents of teenagers. The focus will be normal adolescent development, addressing the crucial issues of depression, human sexuality, and chemical dependency. This conference will be open to the Omaha community and more specific information will be available by mail in mid-April.
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PEGS (People for the Education of Gifted Students) will hold its Sixth Annual Interest Fair April 15, 7:309:00 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center. There will be no charge for admittance. Various groups and individuals from school systems throughout the area combine their talent, creativity, and information to highlight various projects and achievements of local gifted students. Community groups also provide information about special opportunities for gifted youth in the metro area. Elementary, junior, and senior high school students as well as educators and parents may attend this citywide event.
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Included in the Jewlali Prcaa mailing this week is a new pamphlet from the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society in honor of its first anniversary of its "Corridor of Jewish History" museum. Since its founding on March 31,1986 at the Jewish Community Center, the museum has displayed five difierent exhibits about the Jews of Nebraska. Lois (Ducky) Milder serves as museum
HARRIET WEINER Harriet Weiner, former Sigma Alpha Mu house mother, passed away Mar. 17. Surviving her are sons Dr. Howard B. Weiner of New York, NY and Edward Weiner of Fort Lauderdale, FL. The Lincoln class of 1970 Sammies may recall many extra motherly touches bestowed upon them by Mrs.
curator. Plaiu are now progressing for the May 6 opening of an exhibit dedicated to the memory of Magda Fried and including artifacts and pictures of other Nebraskans who survived the Holocaust. Persons wishing to loan or contribute memorabilia from the Holocaust to the museum are asked to call the NJHS office, 334-8200, ext. 270.
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The clerk who wrote up a recent transaction for me said casually "oh yes, and two dollars for delivery." That started a.^rain of thought which began with "do you remember when everybody had a delivery service and nobody expected to be charged extra for it?" I gueas that's one of the courtesies we used to take for granted, but which is now almost non-eiistaiit. I refer to the department stores, whose saleapaople would routinely ask if you wanted to take your purchase with you or have it sent, or the florist who didn't expect you to do anything BUT have your order sent, for example. I'm probably safe in thinking if I bought a piano the store would realize I didn't plan on taking it with tne and I'd like to think they wouldn't add an extra charge to deliver ... but on the other hand, who knows? I haven't bought a piano in a very long time. Maybe I'm wrong! Many of the grocery stores also had delivery available a long while ago. I'm not positive but I'd bet there wasn't an extra charge for bringing the box full of foodstuff right into the kitchen. That must have gone out with the small stores, which for the most part waited on ladies who walked in from their nearby homes. That is quite a contrast from my contemporaries who drive to the big supermarket, patk their cam, walk in and fill the oversized basket. Also in contrast is the electronic Bciuiner which records the cost of each item; I remember when the grocer wrote down the prices on the back of a brown paper sack, totaled them with the same pencil and the adding machine in his/her head, then put the cans and produce etc. carefully into the sack. I also remember a polite "can you manage ok?". That tells you how old I am, to remember such fancy conversation. We really did get more for our money back then. I find that it annoys me to make a purchase and then be asked to pay extra to have it gift wrapped. Yes, I kno# paper costs have risen, but it's more than likely the item I want wrapped costs more than it used to also. But maybe there's a bright side to this particular annoyance... at least when you have something specially wrapped the recipient knows you cared enough to do it for them. That is, they know if they are the shopper in the family! Well, we won't ever get back to the time when the back doorbell signaled the arrival of the breadman or the fellow that sold vanilla, but I guess that's all in the name of progress. Perf)Q9jito.,ljKi(KJ of likqd tiie aW-"«»«J ]^^M^^^ It's true it took extra time, but I dalitl£iBk^ Mu uwayt in such a hurry then, so it didn't matter. So it's the same old story — nothing we can do about it, right? I'll carry my packages! (Or pay to have them delivered.)
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The attendance at the March 18 earlyhirds waaone of the largest ever. On to lunch with Motzi hy Doc. Margolin. Henschen by Keilh F'eltz. Ellen Albin, from the Federation, came in to ask for volunteers for the Telethon, Apr. 13, at Pacesetters Headquarters. Mary Fellman introduced visitor Ben Briscoe member of the Irish Parliament, and son of former Lord Mayor of Dublin. Mr. Briscoe gave us some humorous anecdotes in his Irish brogue. He let us know that there are 2000 Jews in Ireland, a country of 3,000,000 people. Pres. Gerald Bernstein asked us to stand in memoriam for Nate Grossman, and read excerpts from a Jewish Press issue of 1974 by Sam Zweiback. Gerald
asked for a vote from the floor for pledges decided on at the executive meeting, $200 for food the Jewish needy at Pesach, $650 to the Jewish Federation, and both were passed. Sec. Dave Dvorkin reported on the treasury balance and asked for contributions to the Mitzvah Box. Sunshine chairman Norm Wohlner reported only one hospitalization. Herb Goldston at Methodist. Rabbi Jonathan Rosenbaum, Professor at UNO was the guest speaker. The rabbi has made an extensive study on the Jewish community here, and made us proud of the late Rabbi Grodinsky, his forebears and his family. Of course we all remember Bill Grodinsky, who was counsellor for Boys Town.
•lUt Amadetis Amadeui Moz MMWolfgang art's "The Marriage of Fi HAOAS8AH RiMoi Myer $. Krq>ke will garo" will be Opera/Omalead this month's Hadasaah ha's season finale April 23, study groi4> on Apr 2 at the 25, and 27 at the Orpheum. Baritone William Stone is LivingMon Plaza, at 9'.30 a.m. The aufaject will be "Maimon- cast as Count Almaviva, s idea: What about Providenoe? role in which he appeared U life gowemed by divine will— with the New York City Opera, Portland Opera, and or by chance?" Hadasaah will sponsor an Chautauqua Opera Elizabeth Hynes, leading Oneg Shabbat at the Rose Bhunkiji Home tomorrow at 2 soprano with the New York City Opera, will repeat her p.m. Chaiinwn Ann Belmont and portrayal of the Countess. Bass-baritone Herbert Maiy Fellman invite the community for entertainment, oof- Perry returns to Opera/ Omaha to portray Figaro, a fee and sweets. role in which he was cast at AMTT WOMEN Hatikvah and Kalah Frank"- such leading opera compalin Chapters of Amit Women nies as Texas Opera Theahave extended the deadline for ter, Opera Theatre of St. reservations for the Mother/ Louis, and the Aspen Music Father-in-Israel Banquet on Festival. No stranger to the role of Apr. 6 to Mar. 31. Figaro's bride, Susanna, is CORRECTION Na'amat U.S.A.'s Parent/ soprano Amy Burton who, Child huicheon dote is April 13. having sung the part at the Syracuse Opera, IndianapORT Bob Graunke, Baking In- olis Opera, and the Lake stnictor at Iowa Western Com- George Opera Festival, will munity College, will demon- be Opera/Omaha's Sustrate baking bread and sanna. making bread baskets at the John DeMain, music diApr 2 ORT general meeting, at rector of Opera/Omaha and Baibara Malaahock's, 3119 S. the Houston Grand Opera, 99 Ave., 7:30 p.m. returns to conduct Opera/
Figaro. A former Eixon/Arts Endowment conductor and associate conductor for two seasons with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestrs, DeMain is a graduate of the Juilliard School and winner of the 1972 Julius Rudel Award. Opera/Omaha's Figaro previews, free to ticket holders, will be held in the Orpheum lobby one hour before the curtain time for each of the three performances. Tickets for "The Marriage of Figaro" are available at the Opera/Omaha Bax Office, 346-0357, at TIX, and at all Brandeis Ticket Outlets. VATICAN CITY (JTA) — In an historic meeti'ng held here on October 29 — 20 years to the day on which Nostra Aetate was adopted by an overwhelming vote of Vatican Council II — Pope John Paul II described .the past two decades in Catholic-Jewish relations as "epoch-making," and committed the Catholic Church "to this relationship and dialogue with the Jewish Community."
Donald and Maggie Gerber announce the Feb. 16 birth of a son, Benjamin Edward. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs Arthur Gerber of Omaha and W T O'Hanlon of Omaha
Mr and Mrs. Stephen A. Sherman of Oklahoma City. OK announce the Mar 8 birth of their first child, Emily Louise. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Irwin A. Sherman of Omaha, and Dr. Gordon Sullivan and Dr. Sunshine Sullivan Myers of Oklahoma City.
Judy and Keith Josephson announce the Mar. 5 birth of a daughter, Kate Frances. Grandparents are June Goodbinder and the late Harry Goodbinder of Omaha, and Bernice and Hershel Premack of Aberdeen, SD. Great-grandmother is Mrs. Phineas Wintroub of Omaha.
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Now Open For Your Viewing . yyEWISH YOOTH - 1885-1985'* • JanoMTf 13, 1986 The Nebraska Jiswish Historical Society recognizes that our youth have always l)een a vital part of the Omaha, Council Bluffs and ' Lincoln convnunititts. This exhibit touches on various aspects of 100 years of Involve, nnent of our young people in Jewish educational, religious and social activities. Hundreds of pictures are on exhibit In the museum as are niedals, trophies, scrapbooiis and other artifacts related to ttie Jewish youth of our tinnes and of years gone by. This exhibit will be available for viewing until JAay 1, 1986. We hope each of you and your families wHi come to see it, enjoy it, and possibly even find your picture in it.
NEXT EXHIBIT, Mi^r 6, 1986 through the summer months -- ISEBRASKA JEWISH SURVIVORS OF THE HOLOCAUST, with special tribute homering the memory of survivor Magda Fried.
Would your organization lllce to plan a tour of our museum and exhibits on "Jewish Organizations and "Jewish Landmartis?" Call 334r8200, Ext. 270. A guide will be provided upon request.
Contributions to the Museum are tax deductible.
Did You Know . . . The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society's major function is to discover and collect material which may help to establish and Illustrate the Jewish history of Nel>raska. it collects materials such as histories, genealogies, biographies, programs, posters, manuscript materials. Journals, rosters, account books, cemetery records, field boolis, pktures, photographs and objects illustrative of Nebraska Jewish life, conditions, events and activities of the past and present. * * • The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society publishes two newsletters and one Journal annually which are sent to members, tiistoricai societies, and libraries. * • * in addition to the "Corridor of Jewish History" museum exhibits, the NJHS has two exh1l>its on ttie walls of the JCC at the present. One is "100 Years of Jewish Organizational Life in Omaha"; the other, "Jewish Landmarks, Omaha, Lincoln and Council Bluffs." * • • We welcome the donation of Items from your family closets and collections to add to the histofy we are compiling of the^ Jewish population of Nebraska.
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*'Corridor of Jewish History'* Museiim founded March 31, 1985 in the Jewish Community Center Nebraska Jewish Historical Society 333 So. 132Bd StiMt • OBWIM, NE 68154
Our First Year's Exhibits Reviewed at a Glance "The Riekes Shul on 19Ui Street*' fe March 31, 1985 shul was incorporated as the congreShaare Zion in the summer of 1926 by a group of men residing in an area roughly bounded by 19th to 22nd ahd Clark to Burdette Streets. About 1928 the shul moved down the street into a building at 1548 North 20th Street, previously occupied by the American Upholstering Co. After 11 years there it was moved in 1939 to a two-story frame house owned by Samuel Riekes, founder of Riekes Container Corp. The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society was given the artifacts and many books from this synagogue after the synagogue closed in 1958. These items were stored by the Riekes family. Ark and torah covers, pictures of the synagogue interior and pictures of the Riekes family who supported the synagogue were on exhibit in the "Corridor of Jewish History."
NThe "Corridor of Jewish History" Museum is open during the same hours the Jewish Community Center is open.
World War I Veterans June 20, 1985 Pictures, memorabilia^ medals, letters and a variety of other types of artifacts brought back to the United States by Jewish servicemen were on exhibit in the museum exhibit which covered an entire wall. Most visible was the list of more than 150 Jewish men and one woman who served in the Army, Navy, and Marines, Balloon squadrons, and other divisions of the United States military. This listing had never before been compiled, either from the records of servicemen from Nebraska and Council Bluffs or from the family members of these servicemen. It is planned to place these names on a permanent plaque to be presented to the Jewish Federation of Omaha this spring.
B'nal Jacob — Adas Yeshuron "The KapuUer Shul" DM:«iiib«r 6, 1985 Among the many orthodox congregations that formed in Omaha in the early years, one was incorporated in 1906 that lasted until October 20th, 1985. It was "The KapuUer Shul", a synagogue that started as B'nai Jacob Ansha Shak>m, until 1951 when it merged with Adas Yeshuron. They occupied the synagogue on 30th and Cuming street, a synagogue that had originally stood at 24th and Nicholas for many years with Rabbi Henry Qrodzinsky at its head. The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society stored all of the artifacts from this synagogue, irKluding the arks from both sntall "shuls", "stenders" (reading stands), menorahs, etc. until the day when a replica of the Kapulier Shul can be created in a museum setting.
The life of Henry Nonsky The story of the life of Henry Monsky, internationally known Jewish leader who spent his life in Omaha as an attorney and community leader, was depicted in pictures, letters, artifacts and words of tribute. This was another "first" for the museum in bringing histoiry to the community.
The office of the Nebraska Jewish Historical Society is located at the JCC. We welcome your visits and your phone calls.
334-82O0 Ext. 270