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Beth El signs contracts with architectural firms By Lynda Frank Beth El Synagogue's move to a new location came closer to fruition last weekend when contracts were signed with the architects. From the 21 firms submitting proposals, the Architectural Selection Committee chose Notter Finegold and Alexander Inc. as the chief architects and the Omaha firm of Wilscam Birge and Associates to work with them. Maurice N. "Moe" Finegold, president of Notter Finegold and Alexander Inc., said he personally will be overseeing the Beth El project. Mr. Finegold said his firm, which has offices in Boston and Washington, D.C., has worked nationally for several years because of its specialty in historic preservation. "The designing of reli-

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By Joanie Jacobson Federation Public Relations Director Ilene Klein, chairman of the Human Resource and Development Committee of the Jewish Federation of Omaha, announced that the Federation's Annual Meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m., January 15, 1989, at the Jewish Community Center. Suzanne Singer is chairman of the event. "This is the only opportunity we have to thank those volunteers who have helped to make our Omaha Jewish community as strong.and vital as it is," said Mrs. Singer. "These are the people who give us direction—

who make things happen." The evening will feature a special, musical slide presentation of "Artza: The Omaha Teen Trip to Israel," produced by Cookie Hoberman. "Artza" was a three-week tour of Israel by Omaha teenagers sponsored by the Bureau of Jewish Education and the Jewish Community Center. Thirty-two young people participated in the prograpi. The Annual Meeting will also include the installation of 1989 Federation officers and board members and the presentation of the following Federation awards: Agency Volunteer of the Year, Community Service,

Humanitarian of the Year, Jewish Teen Leadership, the Lois Jeanne Schrager Me-^ morial Yoimg Leadership and Justin Greenberg Memorial Young Leadership awards. The 1988 Endowment Achievement Award, presented by the Foundation of the Federation, will honor former board members, of the Foundation and past president of the Federation, Howard Kaslow. "Let's join together in a collective 'thank you' to all who are being honored," urged Mrs. Singer, "and share in the wonder of Israel through the eyes of our 'Artza' children."

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Jim Crounse named Hoagland top aide

Jim Crounse, a native of Omaha who has been leading the Peter Hoagland transition team, has been appointed chief of staff with the title of administrative assistant. Mr. Crounse, the Nebraska and Northeast political director for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), will be based in the C(Higressman's Washington office. "Jim's Nebraska background combined with his Washington experience, makes him the ideal person for this position. He under

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Maurice N. Finegold gious structures, especially synagogues, has always been an important interest of mine," said Mr. Finegold, who described the Beth El project as a moderate-size project. "We like projects where excellence in design takes priority, and I have found here (at Beth El) a friendly, warm congregation

also looking for excellence." A Jewish thread is seen in, many of Mr. Finegold's projects. He has had a significant role in the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, D.C., for about six years. "We became involved early on in the earliest con- ' cepts for site analysis, development of the program and early design steps. I expect construction to begin soon and we'll be involved there, too," he said. Other projects with a Jewish thread have included an addition and remodeling of a synagogue in Action, Mass.; an addition of a sanctuary for a small Hassidic congregation in Brookline, Mass.; and interior artwork, including the bimih, for synagogues in Connecticut

Annual Meeting features Omaha teens in Israel

Jim Crounse stands the issues facing the people of eastern Nebraska and he knows the inner workings of Capitol Hill," said Congressman-elect

Hoagland. Mr. Crounse, the son of Bemice and Paul Crounse, was in the political consulting business in Omaha and left last year to accept the DCCC position. He will continue leading the transition team while he conducts the search for staffing both the Washington and district offices. Mr. Crounse, 35, earned a political science degree at the University of Nebraska and a law degree from Creighton University. He is married to Dr. Mary Ziomek, a dentist, and the couple resides in Columbia, MD.

Robert M. Spire honored Robert M. Spire, attorney general of Nebraska, receives the State of larael Bonda 40th Anniversary Commemorative Award at the community dinner sponsored by the Lincoln State of Israel Bond Committee Dec. 14, at the University Club in Lincoln. From left are: Gerald Grant, co-chair; Moehe Fox, Consul of Israel; former chief jastice Norman Krivosha, dinner chairman; General Spire; Elaine Spire; Senator«lect Robert Kerrey; Andrew Gordman, co<hair. Story on page 8.

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^^ By Gil GU Sedan JERUSALEM (JTA) The Labor Party and the Likud reached agreement Monday to form another unity coalition govenunent, in which both parties will have equal representation. The dscision, coming seven iraeks after indecisive Kneaaet electiona produced a political stalemate, drew expreeaioBi of anger and diaappointmant from Labor'a left wing and from Likud'a die-hard right. One kajr element of the agreement ia that if either perty deddee to quit, the , only altanative will be a new rtund of electiona. not a narrow coalition with othar pattiae. Another proviaioo givee eech of the two partnere veto power over admitting a third party to their govenunsnt. The acreament ia subject to apiiNvai byeech party'a

Central Committee. While it is expected to carry in both, political observers are not ruling out laat-minute "surpriaee." The ultra-Orthodox parties and most of those on the far right of the political spectrum are furious. Politidana bvax the religioua bloc realize that the elaborate promisee made them by Likud negotiators in recent weeka have bean largely nullified by the agreenoent with Labor. They accuaed Likud of "betrayal." Labor and Likud have been dickering for more than a week over a broad coalition. Prime Minietw YiUhak Shamir waa reported Sunday to be "fed op" and ready to go with ithe extremiat partiee. The breakthrough reportedly came when Likud acniiaeoed to a Labor demand tut ooe of ita people would'

minister: Yitzhak chair the influential Knesset Kneeaet fense min Rabin (Labor); Foreign minFinance Committee. Shimon Pena, the Labor ister Moshe Arens (Likud); Party leader, already had Housing minister: David agreed to relinquish the of- Levy (Likud); Economic fice of foreign minister, coordination minister Yitwhich he has held for the zhak Modai (Likud). <• The justice and transporpast two years. He will become finance minister in the tation portfolios are to go to either Ronni Milo or Dan new government. Each party will have 10 Meridor, both of Likud. When news of the agreeministers, with two in each bk)c holding no portfolios. If ment broke, the smaller par the practice of the outgoing ties that had been the object govemnMot ia retained. La- of intanaive courtship by bor and Ifikud woold each Likud reacted with fury and heve five miniatere in the threatened to go into oppoInner Cabinet, the govern- aition. "Not honoring the promment's U^ potky-making iaes Likud made to the relibody. No formal announcement gious partiee is an act of was made of the smkar Cabi- treeeon. Likud will have to net aaaignmenf. But it ap- ecGOunt for it," declared vetpears the new government eran Kneaeet member Menahem Porush of the ultrawill ahape up as foUowt: Prime minister Yitzhak Orthodox Agudat Yisrael Shamir (Ukud): Vke pre- perty. The Netional Religious mier and finance minister Shimon Peres (Laborh De- Party aald it wouki Join opg .eWm'rFBSL

unity position ranks unless ess it got control of the Education Ministry, promised it by Likud. Shas, the ultraOrthodox Sephardic party, made the same threat if it does not get the interior and housing portfolios. The Labor-Likud agreement provide that pnxnises made ,to the religious parties would be reviewed by the new government in .the context of next year's tfational budget. Those promisee included heavy subsidies for the ultraOrthodox schools and other institutions. The two major parties •greed that eight new aattlementa wouU be eytabliahed in the administered territories during the first year of the new government. Additiooal aettlementa wouU be aubject to review after a year. Likud ba^ promiaed the

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right-wing Tehiya part^^^^ party new settlements a year for a total of 40 during the government's four-year tenure. Nevertheless, Tehiya indicated that it might join the broad coalition, despite the concession to Labor on settlements. According to Knesset member Oeula Cohen, Tehiya is needed in the government to minimize the influence of Labof "in view of the difficult international situation which larael faces." Thia a^ieared to be a reference to the U.S. government's decision to begin talks with the Palestine Liberation Organization. llMre were also espressiona of diaappointment on the left. Kneeaet member Halm DoroB of the eodalist party Mapam aald the new government was being bom "in aia" j

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feSffftfe© Marti and Larry Fry of Overland Park, Kan., announce the birth of a son, Daniel Isaac, on Dec. 8. Grandparents are Jean and Morris Bresel of Omaha and Eleanore and Milton Fry of St. Louis. Paternal great-grandmother is Mary Krout of St. Louis. Mo. Lynn and Errol Saltzman announce the birth of a son, Brent Benjamin, Dec. 13. They also have sons Evan and Scott. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Martin Weber of Queens, N.Y., and Perry Saltzman of Boca Raton, Fla, Jonathan and Amber Milder of Los Angeles, Calif., announce the Dec. 6 birth of a daughter, Amanda Paige. Grandparents are Sharon and Alvin Milder of Los Angeles and Edward and Rebecca Morga of Merced, Calif.

Great-grandparents are Norman and Gertrude Korney of Omaha and Jeanette Milder and the late Leo Milder of Los Angeles. Howard Kaplan and Julie Frank announce the adoption of a son, Martin Jacob Kaplan, bom Nov. 23. Grandparents are Marvin and Dorothy Kaplan of Omaha, Elaine Potts of Santa Barbara, Calif., and the late Morton Frank. Great grandmother is Esther Kaplan of Omaha.

Edward and Dawn Beber announce the Oct. 26 birth of a son, Alexander. They also have two other sons, Skyler, 4, and Austin, 1.. Grandparents are David and Arlene Beber and Bob and Sharon Baker. Great-grandparents are Dick and Billie Spiegal, Charles and Ardella Smith and Warren and Fran Baker, all of Omaha.

'Cultured' chickens bigger, better, fatter By Cathrine Gerson JERUSALEM (JTA) - Chickens exposed from birth to classical music get plumper faster than "culturally deprived" birds, researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem sdy. The university said experiments by Dr. Gadi Gvaryahu have shown that chickens listening to soft, soothing music and given visual stimulants grew up to four percent fatter than those raised by conventional methods. According to Gvaryahu, "In commercial chickenraising, the chickens are hatched in an incubator without having any contact with their biological mothers and are then thrown into an impoverished environment lacking any stimuli. "As a result, the chickens are appre-. henaive and tend to dart about a lot and hurt each other, all detracting from their maximal weight gain," Gvaryahu said. In the experimental system, the newbom'chickens are exposed to classical music and given balls, key chains, windmills and cloth mittens to play with. "The music has to be played at low volume, not more than 75 decibels," the statement said. "The chickens prefer calming music, without dramatic crescendos." The university said rights to market the system have already been sold in the United States through Cornell University.

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MONDAY, DECEMBER 26 Winter Camp, 10 a.m. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 27 Winter Camp, 10 a.m. Bureau for Aging Board, noon WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2S ^ Winter Camp, 10 a.m. li) B'nai B'rith Breadbreakers, noon, Howard Johnson's THURSDAY, DECEMBER 29 Walk-in Drop-in, 10;30 a.m., Beth El Winter Camp, 10 a.m. Braille Class, 9 a.m. Press Board, noon ' YES Group, New Year's Party Adult Bar/Bat Mitzvah Class, 1:15 p.m., Temple '

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Members of Temple Israel and the Omaha Jewish community have embarked on a new program of tzedakah under the auspices of the newly created Tikun 01am Committee, according to Diane Zipay, chairman. "We learned that there were children without a warm coat, children who would receive no gifts- this Christmas, senior citizens who would have to go without a warm meal on Christmas day..." Mrs. Zipay said. The Tikun 01am Committee of Temple Israel sent letters asking members for their help and, Mrs. Zipay said, "the response was overwhelming." Susan Rainish, who chaired a project to bring Christmas presents to children in foster care homes, said, "This highly worthwhile project has touched the hearts of many and was more successful than anticipated. "Sharee Newman typifies many who helped," Mrs. Rainish added. "Sharee put her heart into the project and in the true spirit of giving played Santa for two children. The girls were abused and abandoned by their mother, and without Sharee, Santa would not

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By William Saphire NEW YORK (JTA) The Nevada State Gaining Commission is considering suspending or revoking the gambling license of a Las Vegas casino owner for his flagrant display of Nazi sympathies, which reportedly include a Nazi memorabilia room in his hotel and the hosting of a birthday party in 1986 and 1988 to honor Adolf Hitler's birthday. The Nevada Control Board filed a complaint with the gaming commission, its parent organization, recommending the license suspension along with a $400,000 fine against Ralph Engelstadt, owner of the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino. The Hitler birthday parties featured Nazi marching muiic, cakes decorated with swastikas and bartenders wearing T-shirts bearing Hitler's picture, • The Imperial Palace's print shop was also alleged to have produced bumper stickers saying "Hitler Was Right," which were distributed to employees.

EUiot Siff. son of Judy and Barry Siff, holds a pair of boots COnVOVS hOHOr as he sits among coats donated for Temple Israel's Tikun „, , ' „ „ ,, 01am drive. The late Robert V. Goldstein, advertising vice presihave been there for Christ- charge, cleaned the coats dent for Procter & Gamble and delivered them to the Company, was elected last mas." Over 50 Temple members Omaha Public Schools for week to the Advertising Hall of Fame. and their families along with distribution. The Hall of Fame, adother members of the JewAs part of the "Meals on ish community donated Wheels" project, members ministered by the American over $1,500, shopped, of Temple and the Jewish Advertising Federation, is wrapped and delivered gifts community have volun- an all-industry honor for to 32 children in fostej: care. teered to deliver Christmas those people whose career Another project provided dinner to 250 elderly and' contributions are especially significant. warm coats for n^dy chil- shut-ins. According to an article in dren, Mrs. Zipay said. Tern-Children in Temple's Sun- Advertising Age, Mr. Goldpie members responded to day School made holiday stein, son of Ruth and Arthat need by donating over 100 coats. Stepanak, at no greeting cards to be deliv- thur Goldstein, joined Procered along with each hot ter & Gamble in 1961, meal. "starting a rapid rise to the In addition to these sea- top advertising position at sonal projects, Mrs. Zipay what was until recently the said Temple members prac- world's largest advertiser. tice the true spirit of He became vice president of .tzedakah through on-going advertising in 1979. The Los Angeles-baaed Si- programs such as the Food Mr. Goldstein died in a mon Wiesenthal Center is- Bank, the MUD Heat Aid rafting accident in British sued a statement this week fund and a benefit for Radio Columbia on Aug. 1, 1987, endorsing the findings of Talking Books. at the age of 60. the Nevada Control Board, and urged the suspension or revocation of Engelstadt's license.

Free Blood Pressure Testing Goodwill Industries is offering free blood pressure testing and diabetic screening Wednesday, Jan. 4, 11 a.m. till 2 p.m., at the Goodwill Center, 41at and Pacific. Testing and screening is offered to the genercd public at no change, and is sponsored by Goodwill Industries and Foster Medical Corporation with the Douglas County Health* Department. REUNION North High School Class of 1969 is planning a 20th reunion and needs the current addresses for all class members. Send information immediately to P. O. Box 24041, Omaha 68124 or contact North High at 564-6500.

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CORRECTION Dr. Herman I. Faier of Beverly Hills, Calif., is survived by a brother, Samuel Faier of Fort Smith, Ark. Mr. Faier's place of residence was incorrect in last week's obituary. BERNARD L. GOLDSTROM Services were held on Dec. 18 at Oak Hill Jewish Cemetery in Council Bluffs for Bernard L. Goldstrom. Mr. Goldstrom is survived by his wife, Betty; sons, Jerry, Mark and Larry; mother. Rose; four grandchildren. The family suggests memorials to Beth El Synagogue or the American Heart Association.

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orgaiM5gatn<0)a^ Steve Friedman haa been Formerly a senior vice named a senior vice presi- president and member of dent of the Illinois Company the board of directors of the Investments Inc., member investment firm of Rodman of the New York Stock Ex- -and Renshaw, Mr. Friedchange and all the principle man has been in the brokerstock and commodity ex- age business in Omaha for changes. 20 years. Mr. Friedman is the resident manager of the comBruce Arenson enaon has repany's initial Nebraska cently startbranch office, located in the ed Bruce ArLakeside Atrium, 440 Re- enson Real I gency Parkway. Estate. He is The Chicago-based invest- specializing ment firm, a wholly owned in residential subsidiary of Land of Lin- and commer- Mr. Arenson coln Financial Services Net- cial sales and leasing in work, has approximately 17 Omaha and Council Bluffs. branch offices with the Mr. Arenson, a graduate • opening of the Omtiha oper- of the University of Neation. braska-Lincoln, has 14 years real estate experience and is a member of the Omaha Board of Realtors. By Yossi Lempkowicz STRASBOURG (JTA) ®; The Parliament of Europe voted 60-52 for a resolution KIRSHENBAUM/ urging the 12 nations of the DERESIEWICZ European Community to recognize the Palestine Mr. and Mrs. Keeve KirLiberation Organization as shenbaum announce the enthe "Palestinian govern- gagement of their daughter, ment in exile." Kathryn, to Dr. Robert The resolution also Deresiewicz of Boston, stressed the "usefulness" of Mass. a direct meeting between The future bride received the E.C. foreign ministers and PLO chief Yasir Arafat. her BS degree from NorthBut the European Com- western University and her munity is wary of such master's degree in social moves at this time. And work from the University of even in the more sym- California, Berkeley. Curpathetic parliament, its rently she is the senior sulegislative body, little more pervising clinical social than a fifth of the 518 mem- worker at the day hospital bers participated in the program of Bradley Hospivote. There were 10 absten- tal in Providence, R.I. tions. She is the granddaughter Supporting the resolution of Mrs. Meyer Kirshenwere the Communist depu- baum. ties, part of the Socialist facThe prospective bridetion, the Spanish Conserva- groom, son of Professor and tives and the ecological Mrs. Herbert Deresiewicz of Greens. Englewood, N.J., is a research fellow in infectious diseases at Harvard Medical School. He graduated summa cum laude from Columbia University and was an Alpha Omega Alpha graduate of Mt. Sinai Medical School in New York. A summer wedding is Dr. E.F. Skare II planned in Boston. Chiropractic Physician How Does Chiropractic Heal?

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• mai, BETH EL WOMEN'S LEAGUE Zee Riekee, left, representing 1910, and Dinah Raful, representing 1960. were models at Beth El Synagogue Women's League nostalgic fashion show Dec. 13. Margie Gutnik directed "Generations of Tables." More than 60 women attended this luncheon meeting. BNAI B'RITH WOMEN B'nai B'rith Women have rescheduled their Hanukkah Party for the B'nai B'rith Children's Home in Israel, due to the snowstorm. It is scheduled for 12:30 p.m., Jan. 8, at CanigUa's Venice Inn, 6920 Pacific. A musical program featuring the Bryan Area Mother Singers and a film about the Children's Home in Bayit V'gan will be featured. Lunch will be served. Coat is $6 per person. Call chairperson Frieda Krizelman, 391-0661. or co-

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chairperson Beverly Frank-, lin, 334-7365, for reservations. BREADBREAKERS Steve McCoUister, a member of the Douglas County Board and a mayoral candidate, will be the Breadbreakers guest speaker Dec. 28, Ron Gordon, Breadbreakers chairman for December has announced. Breadbreakers meets every Wednesday at Howard Johnson's Restaurant, 72nd and Grover. Cost for lunch is $6. The community is invited to attend.

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This week the Omaha Committee for Soviet Jewry suggests Omahans write to Boris Litvak, a 40-year-old refusenik in Tbilisi. His wife, Eteri, works part-time as a music teacher. They have three daughters, ages 17, 13 and two. When they applied to emigrate in 1982, Boris lost his position as a physicist. The only work he could find was in a factory.

The Litvaks were first refused in 1982 and many more times subsequently. They are having a very difficult time making a living and desperately wish to reunite with a brother in Israel. They are very much in need of letters and support from friends in the West. _ Omahans may write to Boris at Massiv Digomsky 3/39/13; Tbilisi 390059, George. SSR, USSR.

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Cabinet debates autonomy By Hugh Orgel also (^pose the move. Peres TEL AVIV (JTA) - The said Israel must search out Cabinet was split over a pro- local Palestinian leaders posal that Israel unilaterally who could represent the extend autonomy to the West Bank and Gaza Strip Palestinian Arabs in the in negotiations for a peace West Bank and Gaza Strip. settlement. The idea was floated by He is on record as sugtwo Labor ministers. Gad gesting free elections in the Yaacobi and Moshe Shahal, territories to let the resias the caretaker Cabinet dents choose their represengroped for a response to the tatives. surprise U.S. move to open But according to the besttalks with the Palestine informed opinion, anyone Liberation Organization. the Palestinians elected Yaacobi, who is minister would have to have PLO apfor economic coordination, proval. and Shahal, the energy minShamir, meanwhile, conister, suggested "one-sided tinued his bitter criticism of autonomy" for the Palestin- the American policy reverians, even if they did not ask sal. He called the decision tt> for or accept it. talk to the PLO erroneous. Moshe Areiis, a ranking He claimed that Arafat has Likud minister close to not changed his colors and Prime Minister Yitzhak that the PLO remains a terShamir, was reported by Is- rorist organization dedirael Radio to favor the, idea. cated to Israel's destrucArens, however, denied the tion. report and said he opposed Shamir charged that the such a move. world wants Israel to withThe two top Labor Party draw from the West Bank leaders. Foreign Minister and Gaza Strip. That, acShimon Peres and Defense cording to him, would end Minister Yitzhak Rabin, chances for peace.

Judaica auction By Henrietta Boas AMSTERDAM (JTA) A hand-painted sukkah, dating from around 1800, fetched $220,000 at an auction of Judaica at Christie's Amsterdam. It was the highest price bid for any of the hundreds of items, but considerably less than expected for the decorative tabernacle, which may have originated in southern Germany or in Austria. In fact, only 10 percent of the lots drew bids of $5,000 or more.

A 600-year-old JudeoArabic astrolabe from Islamic Spain or North Africa was sold for $100,000. An illuminated Hebrew manuscript of the Book of Psalms, written in Bratislava in 1742, went for $80,000. A high bid of $42,000 secured a silver gilt menorah from early 19th century Russia. For many years, it belonged to the late president of Israel, Zalman Shazar. It was given to him as a gift by Russian Jews.

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You brought it on your- efforts even to initiate a disselves ; . . course with the chief rabbis Our rabbis are not recpg"' are rebuffed. Children of In last week's Jerusalem Post, Eliezer Whartman, nized by the state; they can- marriages performed by editor of the Israeli Press not serve on rabbinical non-Orthodox rabbis are laService, wrote the following: courts or municipal religious beled bastards; religious "For four long decades, councils, they cannot offici- leaders here refuse to accept while your Conservative ate at weddings, divorces or the testimony of non-Orthoand Reform colleagues in Is- funerals. Our synagogues dox rabbis abroad attesting rael suffered the stigma of do not receive state as- to the Jewishness of exbeing second-class Jews, sistance for construction or congregants wishing to you were silent. You came maintenance, as Orthodox marry or divorce in Israel. And you never said a to life only when your own synagogues do; the public is status was threatened. warned away from our insti- word. I know, for I wrote to Though we have been vic- tutions by paid ads inserted you repeatedly and never tims of an ongoing, bigoted in the newspapers by state- even got a reply." I am ashamed. As somecampaign which far tran- salaried rabbis... Our rabbis are not rep- one who considers myself an scends the current issue (of 'Who is a Jew?') there has resented in international re- activist, who marched for only been deafening si- ligious conferences spon- civil rights in America and sored in Israel; all our against the Vietnam War, lence ... who lobbied for the Equal Rights Amendment and against prayer in schools, I ignored what was happening in Israel. By Rabbi Marc H. Tanenbaum I knew my marriage, per(Copyright 1988, Jevnah Telegraphic Agency, lac.) formed by a Reform rabbi in Miami, a man I consider to NEW YORK — All people of conscience must share the grief that overwhelms our Armenian neighbors durbe one of my mentors and an inspiration to me and ing these tragic days. hundreds of other Jews, I The natural catastrophe of the earthquake, which has knew that this marriage of resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands and the destruction of whole villages in Soviet Armenia, evokes almost 18 years was considthe deepest feelings of compassion and human solidarity. ered invalid in Israel. And I In the Jewish community, I have found a special sense did nothing. And now, as Eliezer of identification with the Armenian people in this trying time. Both Armenians and Jews are numerically Whartman accuses, I am small people. As one American Armenian aptly put it, panicked, because of the fear that my children would "Armenia being such a small country, it doesn't matter if it's a member of the family or not. We take our be considered bastards by losses very hard. Every single member is important." the rabbinate in Israel and That could have been a Jew describing the ethnic members of my family closeness of the Jewish people. Both Armenians and would not even be considJews have had long and often painful histories dating ered Jews. back to biblical times. The Talmud suggests that there So, what to do? were Jewish communities in Armenia since the BabyloWith my history of actinian dispersion. vism, I'm certainly not goArmenians, like Jews, have a homeland and a diaspora ing to sit still. I am going to which figure centrally in their religious and national conwrite to Shamir and to Pesciousness. res, protesting any change in the Law of Return and inIn more recent times. Ambassadors Oscar Straus and Henry Morgenthau played crucial roles in seeking to end sisting that any changes in the 1915 massacres of Armenians, and they have become religious law should not be authentic heroes among knowledgeable Armenians. determined by political bodWhen I was working as consultant on the NBC-TV ies such as the Knesset, but by religious bodies, hopeseries "Holocaust" in the 1970s, one of the first people to respond with deep understanding of the Nazi victimifully a forum of rabbis representing various viewzation of the Jews was Archbishop Torkom Manoogian, points and constituencies. primate of the Armenian Church. "Armenians underI suggest that you write stand Jewish suffering," he declared publicly. to them too: The Honorable Now it is our turn to respond with equal sympathy Yitzhak Shamir, Prime Minand caring. The Armenian churches, and major relief ister of Israel, Office of the groups listed in newspapers, are key places to provide Prime Minister, Jerusalem, help. By Carol Katzman

Deeds, not words! When Yasir Arafat was in Vienna earlier this weeis, a reporter asked him if he would atop the terrorism in the West Bank and Gaza. It was a fair question because this 'sudden darling' of world leaders and world media has told the United States that the PLO accepts the existence of Israel and the pertinent United Nations resolutions. Arafat also said that the PLO would renounce terrorism in all of its forms. In uttering these 'painful' declarations, Arafat met the long-standing requirements of the United States for dia, logue, and the talks have started. It is my understanding that in the initial talk, the United States made it clear that Arafat's words must be backed up with deeds before demonstrated progress could be made. With this background, I awaited Arafat's answer to the reporter's question in Vienna. "You mean the resistance," Arafat smiled, and added, "No, the resistance will continue." So much for the word of Arafat. He doesn't consider the stone and rock throwing, the stabbings of civilians, the throwing of fire bombs at Israeli vehicles—terrorism. He V;onsiders this resistance to the occupation. Arafat is very good at making words mean what he wants them to mean and not what the textbook definition means. Thus, he can say anything he wants, get the notoriety he seeks, and then calmly restate what is happening in words to suit himself. How in the world is Israel expected to react to highly publicized words of peace when she is constantly called upon to react to the realities of the PLO? . If Arafat truly wants to negotiate with Israel, if he truly wants to have peace with Israel, let him start now. Call off the intifada. Let him show that his words can be taken literally—that he no longer is a terrorist, but a diplomat. Let him demonstrate his sincere desire for peace by calling off the intifada. After all, he has the interests of the Palestinians at heart. He can save lives, he can protect the little children, he can do so much to help the Palestinians. All he has to do is stop the intifada and demonstrate that he now wants to have peace with Israel. Stopping the intifada would be a simple task for the man who purportedly represents the Palestinians. Hasn't the PLO been saying all along that it is the legitimate representative of the Palestinians? Well, now's the time for them to put up or shut up. I don't believe the PLO represents the Palestinians. I don't believe Arafat can stop the intifada. 1 do believe that he will manage to take credit for the end of the intifada when it ends, but stop it now? It's not that he won't—he can't.

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, Israel, and The Honorable ' Shimon Peres, Foreign Minister of Israel, Office of the Foreign Minister, Jerusalem, Israel. That's not all you and I can do. The next step would be supporting Israeli groups that lobby for change, such as ARZA of the Reform movement and Masorti of the Conservative. Their addresses are as follows: ARZA, 835 Fifth Ave., New YorkCity,N.Y. 10021, and Masorti, 3080 Broadway, New York City, N.Y. 10027. Send them letters protesting the change of the Law of Return and a donation to carry out their work in Israel. To those of you who protest that this will divert funds from worthy causes in Israel, such as UJA, I add that I encourage people to support additional causes; there's always room for more tzedakah. I will not cut my pledge to the Jewish Federation of Omaha, but I will give additional dollars to organizations who represent my political and religious beliefs. And to the rabbis, of all denominations, I offer this: talk to one another and reaUy listen. Ninety percent of American Jewry is Reform or Conservative; we wiU not allow ourselves to be disenfranchised. Find an Orthodox rabbi who will listen; let him persuade others to listen. 'Grandfather' in all those Jews who have been married or converted by Reform and Conservative rabbis and then sit down together to find a solution for future marriages and conversions that we can all live with. This issue will not be over, just because a change in the Law of Return has not yet taken place. It will resurface again and again unless a truce can be called among ourselves and a real forum of discussion begun. You and I can begin today.

gogue historically was—a place of study—and other aspects of religious design which give a mystical or spiritual quality to the space." In his designs, he said he also likes to capture the personality of the client by listening to and involving people. Mr. Pinegold said, "The goal is that you should really feel, when you walk in, that you're in a holy place. It should be like when Ood talked to Moses at the burning bush and said, 'Take your shoes off be-

cause the ground in which you are standing is holy.' " While Mr. Finegold and his firm handle the design concepts, the Beth El Architectural Selection Committee selected Wilscam Birge and Associates of Omaha to work with them on construction preparation and documentation. According to firm president Charles A. Wilscam, Jr., the k)cal architects will review contracts, prepare construction documents, check local building codes and zoning legulations, i

oversee the project during the construction phase. and Massachusetts. Mr. Finegold estimated He was also involved in the design end of the projthe restoration of Ellis Isect would take 10 months to land in New York Harbor. a year and construction "Many of ua (Jews) trace would take a year to 14 our roots there. Therefore, months. the restoration is significant The Architectural Selecto our culture and heritage tion Committee included because it affects many peoIrving Veitzer, chairman; ple," he said of this project. Willis Epstein, Carol ParAnothei: Jewish thread sow, David Rice, Dorothy was found ii^ preservation Riekes, Stanley Silverman, and developinent project he Marty Shukert, Gail Veitworked on in the Miami zer, Ernie Wintroub, Eunice Beach Art Deco District. Denenberg and Henry "The issue," he said, "was Riekes. to preserve interesting buildings built in the 1930'8 which were under threat of demolition. Also, it was to preserve an ethnic community of mostly elderly Jews. The goal was to preserve the place and the conununity." As for the Beth El project, he said, "I want to build a sense of place as part of a community, a sense of place where an individual is comfortable with his own thoughts and a place which encourages those opportuniUea." "A balance is needed," he 8aid,"between what a synaFrom left, Mp*. FiowiM. Cfwlw Wilscam, iUibUi Dnuw. UMI ^iflfM jHBfesewi;?!.-^ ji&tfSu-' •^vmtvyf^J'' kvmk. ijwgegJiT'rB=. re

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High school sued over anti-Semitism ish," and contained sexual innuendos about his sister. The fictitious 70-word biographical text was substituted by two students for the genuine one submitted by Strauss. It apparently went undetected by the yearbook staff, faculty and the book's printer, Jostens Yearbook and Publishing Company in Minnesota. The two students, not identified, are also codefendants in the libel action. Joseph Quinn, the Westwood School Committee chairman, and school officials^did not disclose the incident until March 1987. The yearbook was distributed to about 250 students in November 1986. It was recalled after Strauss picked up his copy. School officials denied a NEW YORK (JTA) - cover-up. UJA-Federation of New' "We wanted to get the York and the Liz Claibome books back," and once the Foundation have agreed to local papers publicized the fund a $240,000 mul- incident, "it became diffitifaceted program to help lo- cult to get any more books cal communal service agen- back," Quinn told the Jewcies 'respond to the AIDS ish Advocate of Boston. crisis. The Strauss family filed yJA-Federation and suit only belatedly. Their three of its member agen- lawyer, Dayid Shaughcies—the Jewish Board of nessy, told the Advocate Family and Children's Serv- the family felt spreading ices, Jewish Community word of the incident would Services of Long Island and cause them more embarWestchester Jewish Com- rassment, so they tried "to munity Services—have sweep it under the rug." launched a $132,500 educaBut now, Shaughnessy tion and training program said, the family feels it aimed at agency executives, would be "cathartic" to social service professionals, publicize the matter and lay and religious leaders and "they're frustrated that no the community at large. one ever found out who was An AIDS education man- responsible." ual to be used by philanThe same copy of the thropic organizations and yearbook contained a fake govenmient agencies will biography with slurs also be produced. against a Lebanese student.

BOSTON (JTA) - A malicious pranii with antiSemitic overtones has led to a $2 million libel suit against the town of Westwood, Mass., Westwood High School officials and the company that published the high-school yearbook. Michael Strauss, a mem'. ber of the 1986 graduating class at Westwood High, and his parents, Sheldon and Judith Strauss, are , claiming damages for a defamatory biography that appeared in the yearbook. It referred to young . Strauss as "Superjew, Yidmaster, short squat Jew-

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The residents at the Blumkin Home have been keeping warm during the recent winter weeks with the glow of entertainment, friendship and devotion that they have received. On Nov. 12, the Beth El Women's League sponsored the Oneg Shabbat. We should also mention again that Hadassah sponsors the Oneg Shabbat on the last Sabbath of every month. On Nov. 13, some of the residents saw "Fiddler on the Roof" at the JCC. This show is a perpetual favorite of the residents. Incidentally, sometimes information that should be included in the LOVE Notes does not come to my attention, so I would appreciate it if you would call me at 495-1916 with special news items. I am happy to acknowledge events and activities pertinent to the residents of the Home and LOVE. December has been "party month." The LOVE Hanukkah Party was held on Dec. 3. Eve Meyerson performed for the group, and the residents got into the spirit of the occasion by joining the pianist in a songfest. The women residents especially loved their gifts of colorful silk beads. Volunteers Bernice Hurwitch, Reva Svlvalsky, Lucille Frohm, Ann Belmont, Phyllis Hoffman, George Schapiro, Jerry Phillips and I helped to make this party such a great success. Two days later, some of the residents

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NEW YORK (JTA) The foundation is espeThe need for Russian- cially interested in Russianspeaking rabbis, educators speaking students training By and social and community for careers as Jewish educaLucille Zelinsky workers to serve Soviet tors. Deadline for applicaJewish emigre communities tions is Jan. 31. has prompted the Memorial Write Memorial Foundaalso enjoyed the YES Han- Foundation for Jewish Cul- tion for Jewish Culture, 15 ture to institute an annual E. 26th St., New York, N.Y. ukkah Party. On Dec. 7, the Blumkin $5,000 scholarship program. 10010. Singers and the JCC Preschoolers joined forces to perform Hanukkah songs. Some of the residents made Patronize The Best latkes. On Dec. 10, children from the Temple Israel religious school helped conduct services. 12129 W. Center Rd. 330-3320 The residents will celebrate the New Year at the YES party on Dec. 29, at 12:30 p.m., and then at their own in-house party on Dec. 30. In December, we welcomed Aaron Levinetb the Home. Residents enjoyed visits with Cantor Berkovits. Rabbi Katzman, Rabbi Azriel and Rabbi Brooks. December birthday celebrants are Sophie Potash, Rose Newman, Betty Marx, Fred Silver tmd Aaron Edgar. There is gift^oxed kosher candy availaDlS'''in "Ihe LOVE GiffShop on an experimental basis. TD ensure the success of this item, we hope you will buy a box the next time you visit the Home. \y WheniYou Think Of Chicken, The residents of the You Think of Jonesy's!!! Blumkin Home and LOVE want to wish you a healthy 8602 Maple 391-2457 and happy New Year and hope that your new year's MOORS: 11 9 Sunday-Thursday resolution for 1989 is to be11-10 Friday-Saturday come ap active LOVE volunteer. -

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SERVICES: First and third Friday each month, 7:30 p.m. An Oneg Shabbat follows the service. A special Young Family Service is held the first Friday of each month. A speaker with discussion is part of the service on the third Friday of each month.

SERVICES: Friday: Kabbalat Shabbat, 4:30 p.m. Late family service, 8 p.m. An Oneg Shabbat follows, courtesy of Sisterhood. Saturday: Morning service, 8:45 a.m. Rick Katzman will give the D'var Torah. A Kiddush will follow. YOUTH SERVICES The "Little. People's Service," under the direction of Shirley Goodman, will be held at 10 a.m. in the recreation room. Talmud Torah students will meet for Junior Congregation with Rabbi Allan Gonsher in the Goldstein Chapel, 10 a.m. Class with the Rabbi, 3:45 p.m. Mincha, 4:30 p.m. Mincha will be followed by Ma'ariv, Shalosh Seudos and Havdalah. Sundays: Morning Minyanaire service, 9 a.m. Weekdays: 7 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. SISTERHOOD The next Sisterhood class with the rabbi will meet Dec. 27, 10 a.m., in the social hall. The area of study and discussion is the prayer book, with special attention to the fundamental theological ideas that are found in our prayers. Coffee and rolls will be served. BAT MITZVAH Shifra Shrogo, daughter of Danita and Leon Shrago, will become a Bat Mitzvah on Dec. 30 at 8 p.m. Grandparents are Sarah Shrago and Helen and Phil Schwartz. The Oneg Shabbat reception following the service will be hosted by the parents of the Bat Mitzvah in her honor.

Blumlcin Home SERVICES: Friday: 7 p.m. Saturday: 9 a.m. The residents and staff of the Rose Blumkin Home invite the families, volunteers and friends of the residents to attend services in the Herbert Goldsten Chapel. Kiddush follows services on Shabbat.

No threat By Tamar Levy GENEVA (JTA) - The Swiss government decided there was no need to implement a law barring Nazi activity in Switzerland, be. cause there was no actual threat.

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A monument in memory of Salomon Moses will be dedicated at 3 p.m., on Dec. 25, at Golden Hill Cemetery.

PERSONALS We would like to thank all of our friends for their support during the recent illness of our son, Andy. Your prayers, phone calls, visits and thoughtful gifts were much appreciated by the entire family. Ira and Carol Nathan Thank you to all my dear friends who shared with me in the loss of ray beloved sister, Anne Solomon. Rose Levin 1 would like to thank everyone for the visits, cards and telephone calls following my recent surgery. I appreciate your thoughtfulness. Helen Manheimer To our dear family and friends we send our sincerest thanks for your thoughtful nessages of sympathy a^d your donations to charity in memory of our beloved husband, father and grandfather Irving ReingUs, who will b« in our memory forever. Special thadks to Rabbi Drazen, Rabbi Nadoff, Rabbi Kripke and Cantor Berkovits for their constant support in this diificult time. LOIM Reinglas, Jaanatta Baker, Ann Brand and AIUMM

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Attacks reported By EU Kahen COPENHAGEN (JTA) — Attacks on two travel agencies specializing in trips to Israel are being investigated by the poUce. So is a suspicious'fire at a Jewish club last weekend. The office of Israel Tours, a travel bureau in the center of Copenhagen, was invaded and vandalized last week by a group of unidentified, masked youths. Considerable damage was dons within a few minutes. The assailants had disapfwared by the time police arrived. The travel agency has had to move to a different location. Meanwhile, the Ariel travel bureau in Aarhua was vandalized no less than seven times and was forced to move to Heming. Insurance companiea have refused to extead its coverage.

Temple Israel SERVICES: Friday: 8:15 p.m. A creative service "Never give up your dreams," presented by members of the Temple Youth Group as they welcome MoVFTY Conclave participants. The Oneg Shabbat following the service will be sponsored by the Temple Sisterhood. Saturday: 11:15 a.m. A MoVFTY creative service. MoVFTY CONCLAVE "Israel—A Celebration of Life" is the theme of the MoVFTY Winter Conclave to be held at Temple, Dec. 23-27. More than 200 high school students will attend this program. The entire Jewish community may attend a culminating program, Monday, Dec. 26, 8 p.m.

Lincoln B'nai Jeshurun SERVICES: Friday: 8 p.m. Tuesday: Survey/Adult Education Program, 7:30 p.m.

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Beth El Synagogue SERVICES: Rabbi Paul Drazen and Cantor Emil Berkovits will conduct the services. Friday: Evening service, 6 p.m. Saturday: Morning service, 9:30 a.m. Babysitting is available from 10 a.m. Junior Congregation, 11 a.m. Mihha-Ma'ariv, 4:45 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Weekdays: 6:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. TIME CHANGES Shaharit services on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2, legal holidays, will be held at 9 a.m. , LATE SERVICE Services on Friday evening, Dec. 30, will be held at 8:15 p.m. LUNCH AND LEARN Lunch and Learn will be held at noon, Thursday, Jan. 5. Discussion of Emet Ve'Emunah will continue. CAMP RAMAH Rabbi David Soloff, director of Camp Ramah in Wisconsin, will be in Omaha Jan. 9. He will describe the program of this Conservative Movement sununer camp and answer questions. Parents of children in grades 7-9 may attend with their children Contact Rabbi Drazen for details.

Lawrence Wien dies NEW YORK (JTA) - man from 1967 to 1971. Wien served as president Lawrence Wieh, a philanof the Federation of Jewish thropist who once said, "I decided to have the fun of Philanthropies from 1960 to giving my money away," 1963, devoting each Weddied of cancer at his home in nesday to work at the agency's headquarters. He Westport, Conn. continued to serve as its Wien, 83, had amassed a honorary chairman. fortune in his lifetime as a A New Yorker, Wien lawyer and realtor, and his graduated from Columbia donations to education and College in 1925 and from the arts were in the millions. Columbia Law School in One of his beneficiaries 1927. He was a founder and was Brandeis University in senior partner in the 60Waltham, Mass., where year-old Manhattan law Wien had been a trustee firm known today as Wien from 1957 to 1984 and chair- Malkin & Bettex.

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Parashat VaYechi Terrorism pays off He can't seem to rememNo man lied to so many people at once in the history ber that the Jews of Palesof the world as did Yasser tine accepted the plan and Arafat last week. And the established Israel. The United States swallowed it. Arabs, Palestinian and I remember after it was those of neighboring states, confirmed that Hitler died violently rejected the plan. in his bunker as Germany Violently? What is more viocrumbled about him, the lent than war? This was the Yiddish newspaper showed war, 40 years ago, of Israel's his picture once more, with independence. Suddenly Arthe caption "Der mi'ese afat now likes the borders of partzuf vun varpegerten 40 years ago. Nazi fuhrer," "the repulMany questions, of sively ugly caricature of a course, remain. What will face of the croaked Nazi the Arabs demand, as their leader." first demand? They have alWhenever Arafat appears ready demanded Jerusalem. on TV 1 hear the caption on What next? And can AraHitler nmning through my fat, and will Arafat stop termind. Only Arafat has not rorism? And will the PLO croaked. now revise its charter, Handsome is, however, as which in pledn words, withhandsome does. I don't out ambiguity, calls for the really care what he looks elimination of Israel? And like. What comes to mind, will the Palestine National oppressively, however, is Council itself endorse Arathat this is one of the most fat's promises? repulsive of international I have some questions thugs. Even without his about the position and the own hand, he has murdered influence of President-Elect men, women and children, Bush. My own impression is non-Jews too, but especially that this was his decision, to Jews, with great gusto and recognize the PLO. If it had personal satisfaction for two been Reagan's decision, score years. would he have foisted it on Piously saying now, for all his successor ^en he hiiii>'~ > to hear, that he renounces self had only a ipon^^o So^' terrorism is like the fox sayIt does not seem to me^ ing he doesn't really like that any dialogue with the chicken. Arafat, after all, PLO can serve the United has made and broken agree- States well—If the dialogue ments with Arab leaders fails to achieve anything, again and again and again. and 1 can't believe it will, it Why should the USA be is not the USA whose fighting men and whose women different? Further, his aide immedi- and children tvill be within ately said, again on TV, that the reach of another Arab the most important ter- war. You know whose will. rorism is "state terrorism," How mtuiy times have we i.e., Israel's attempt to re- heard from Arafat, and from store order in the territories. his people, that the estabWhat a memory he has, lishment of a Palestinian this ArafatI Suddenly he state in the territories is remembers that the United only Phase One? Phase Two Nations decided, 40 years is the elimination of Israel. ago, to divide Palestine west of the Jordan into two states, both of which could be independent, but, if the Monument Co. Arabs wished, their state might be joined to Jordan. Frank L Cieiulla Jr.

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Winter arrives By Cathrine Gerson JERUSALEM (JTA) Ski enthusiasts have been monitoring the heavy snowfall on Mount Hermon during the last 24 hours. If it continues, the Neve Ativ ski resort on the slopes will open to the public next weekend. This means double duty /^

for Israel Defense Force units statwned in the border region. They have to maintain reconnaissance against terrorist infiltration and they have to keep the roads open for tourists. IDF snow plows are already busy on the northern roads and large amounts of food are being stored to meet any contingency.

l9on and DanI Shrago invite =\ you to Join tiiem as their dougtiter, Shifra, becomes a Bat Mitzvah, Friday, December 30, 8 p.m. at Beth Israel Synagogue. Shifra ufill share this day ufith Rlla Shtalngaus of Lvov, tfSSR. Oneg Shabbat will follouf serv-

Now that my spirits are so much higher. And I've pulled myself from the muck and mire Of my recent operation that set me back, I'm glad to say I'm back on track! From the depths of my heart 1 want to extend My deepest thanks to you, my friend. For all you did to show you cared. For your constant concern for how I fared. Your card, your call, your gift I got. Each dear expression meant a k>t. They helped to make the hours fly. And let me know your love waa close by. The rabbis and cantors. As ahrayaoncalL With their prayere for good health, I apjMreciate tham all Many thenka to a moat consklerate bosa, The sUff and vr;^>i»8 made my abeetKe no kMs. I'll hurry back to work ae sooo aa I'm aUa, And kisa you all aa I go Iron table (o table. For this I am forever in your cbbt, Your thoughtfulnaea 1 wilt a«v<r forget. I Vary sooo I hope to be in gear. And kx)k forward to miinfl you all nest yearl BioUeDeimaa

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Asser Levy bathhouse Mother Chapter This weekend, Dec. 23-26, BBYO wiU hold its annual Winter Convention in St. Louis. BBYO members from Omaha, Kansas City, St. Louis, Columbia and Iowa City will attend. BBYO elections were held at the Jewish Community Center on Nov. 29. New officers of AZA |1 are Bert Cohen, president; Dan Pellman, vice president; Scott Saylan, moreh; Josh Cooper, secretary; Dan Kully, treasurer; Brian Lewis, editor/historian; Phillip Mulnick, freshman president, and Mark Brookstein, freshman vice president. In November, AZA §1 held services at the Rose Blumkin Home. Thirty people attended and the 10 members who helped lead the service had a very nice time. Some of the freshmen from the chapter attended the AIT/MIT Weekend this fall. The weekend was designed to teach new AZA members about the history and meaning of AZA as wdl as allow them to meet Jewish boys and girls their age who live in the Mid-America Region. In addition to having a good time these freshmen learned some very important principles. Those who attended were Dan Kully, Brian Lewis, Mark Cohen, Mark Brookstein, Phillip Mulnick and Josh Cooper. AZA #1 recently held a sports overnight at the Jewish Conununity Ceaiet. This

Study guide NEW YORK (JTA) Problems of theJewish family in the '80s have sparked in-depth analysis by Hadassah, the Women's Zionist Organization of America, including a new study guide. The guide, the second in the "Bat Kol" series produced by Hadassah's Jewish Education Department, examines the perception of the changing Jewish family through literature, from the Bible Co Philip Roth's "Portnoys Complaint."

event, which was a huge success last year, proved to be just as great this year. A large number of our members were there and this is one of the reasons it was so much fun. A scavenger hunt with Ediar, one of the girls' chapters, was held in November after a Havdalah service. Last week, AZA § 1 had a bowl-a-thon at Maplewood Lanes with proceeds going to ISF, the International Service Fund.

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Israell students visit Three Israeli students, sponsored by United S}magogue Youth and Noar Mesorati, were in Omaha recently to present programs to various youth groups. Kinor Sheleff, Ronen Maital and Rivka Kosin visited the Friedel Jewish Academy, the seventh grade UlTO class and helped with a USY program. Rivka has been the local contact for USY pilgrimage groups and this past summer was a conselor at the new Ramah-Noam camp in

Shifra Shrago Shifra Shrago will become a Bat Mitzvah Friday, Dec. 30, at Beth Israel Synagogue. She is the daughter of Dani and Leon Shrago. Shifra is an honors student at Millard North Junior High. She enjoys playing the flute, swimming and volleyball. She has a brother, David, and a sister, Shoshana. Grandparents are Helen and Phil Schwartz and Sarah Shrago. Shifra is twinning her Bat Mitzvah with Alia Shtaingaus of the Soviet Union. The family has expressed the hope that she and her family will be allowed to emigrate to freedom as did the families of Olga Cirelson and Victoria Abuliak, who had previously been chosen as Shifra's Bat Mitzvah twins. Bat Mitzvah wishes may be sent to Alia in care of her father, Mikhail Shtaingaus, Botvina Str 29/6, Lvov, Ukrainian SSR. USSR.

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Domestic violence frequent occurrence NEW YOftK (JTA) - As the daily testimony of Hedda Nussbaum continues to unfold in a New York courtroom—with tales of suffering through 10 years of black eyes, repeated broken noses and ribs, bums, a ruptured spleen, missing teeth and yanked-out hair, all at the hands of her lover, Joel Steinberg,—the Jewish community recoils with an

Asl(s help By Michael Solomon MONTREAL (JTA) The Canada-Israel Committee has called on the Canadian government to help advance the Middle East peace process. The organization, which speaks for Canadian Jewry on matters concerning Israel, asked Secretary of State for External Affairs Joe Clark to urge Palestinian leaders "to take the steps necessary" to be included as negotiating partners. Skiney Spivak, committee chairman, wrote to Clark in the context of the meeting in Stockholm between Palestine Liberation Organization chief Yasir Arafat and five American Jews affiliatedwith the Tel Avivbaaed International Center for Peace in the

almost universal reaction: This was going on in a Jewish home? Steinberg is on trial in New York for the death of his illegally adopted 6-yearold daughter, Lisa, who prosecutors say died as a result of a brain hemorrhage caused by as many as three blows to the head. Contrary to a widespread belief that wife abuse within the Jewish family is a rare phenomenon, new information reveals that domestic violence occurs in 15 to 19 percent of American Jewish homes. A story in the latest issue of Women's World, the national publication of B'nai B'rith Women, reports that more and more Jewish women are now coming out to tell the truth about the violence and battering they have endured for years. "The premise that a Jewish husband would never harm his wife has been so widely accepted that reports of abuse by Jewish men are usually met with disbelief," the magazine reports. Written by Elaoa Eixak Kuperstein, the article charges that the Jewish conununity haa kept ailant about faniily violence, perpetuating the mjrth that a Jewish husband would never beat his wife.

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By Marlene Goldman ing headed for the CaribNEW YORK (JTA)-At bean. least two years and $8 milLevy, as one of the first lion from now, the crum- Jewish citizens of the area bling floors, peeling walls and the first Jewish real esand choking, stale air at the tate owner, cleared a path Asser Levy Bathhouse and for new waves of inunigraPools will once again echo Uon. He is also credited with with splashing water, clank- being one of the founders of ing weight machines and Shearith Israel, the counfraternizing senior citizens. try's first synagogue, and Restoration of this Ro- being the first kosher man Revival-style struc- butcher. ture—named for the first The bathhouse, on 23rd Jewish land-owner in Street and Avenue A, was America—officially began designed in 1906 and was at a ground-breaking cere- one of the country's first mony Nov. 30, featuring public bathhouses. Mayor Ed Koch, ManhatIt only acquired Asser tan Borough President Levy's name in 1954, when David Dinkins, Parks Com- the street was renamed in missioner Henry Stem and his honor on the 300th anCity Councilwoman Carol niversary of his arrival. Greitzer. For those, not familiar with Levy's history, Rabbi Malcohn Stem, an Asser Levy speciaUst, briefly summarized the key points. In 1654, Levy and 22 Due to the holidays and other Jews fled the Porthe change in the Bowl tuguese takeover of Brazil Game schedules, the Camp from the Dutch, eventually Jay-C-C reunion has been docking in New Amsterrescheduled to Dec. 26, acdam. The govemor, Peter cording to Chuck Arnold, Stuyvesant, tried to expel camp director. the "de(Sitful race" but was The reunion will take opposed by the Dutch West place in the JCC auditorium India Company. from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.; the "This was the first battle cost is $5. for civil rights in America, Dinner and a special camp and we won," Stem said. treat will be provided, Mr. The Jews, however, became Arnold said. A special 45disturbed by Stuyvesant's minute VHS video taken cold treatment, and by from last summer's camp 1664, Levy was the only session will be shown. Jew remaining, the rest hav-

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Rabbi Graetz urges tolerance, pluralism By Morris Maline Israeli Rabbi Michael Graetz, formerly of Lincoln, is on a two-month spealfing tour in the United States preaching a message of tolerance and pluralism. In an interview this week, Rabbi Graetz told the Jewish Press that attempts to amend the Law of Return in Israel have created a "feeling of betrayal" among American Jews. He said that it is important for Israelis to understand that tolerance and pluralism are "authentic jJewish ideas." Rabbi Graetz, a resident ^of Israel for 21 years and the spiritual leader of a congregation in Omer, a suburb of Beersheba, is representing the Foundation for Masorti Judaism, the Con^servative Movement in Israel. His parents, Marian and Marjorie Graetz, are residents of Lincoln. Rabbi Graetz said that he has been affiliated with the Masorti Movement the past 15 years and that his mission in the United States tour is to tell people what's going on in Israel, to raise their consciousness and to solicit funds for the Move-

ment. He said there are about 40 congregations affiliated with the Movement in Israel and that the political clout of the organization increases as their numbers grow. He estimated current membership at 25,000. He urged American Jews not to back off in supporting Israel, but to encourage their Federations to to provide direct allocations to the large concentration of Reform and Conservative organizations. "To make their point on amending the Law of Return, American Jews should get behind the forces in Israel that think along the same lines," he added. He pointed out that the Masorti Movement is a growing force working in behalf of Conservative Judaism and that additional financial support will help provide the necessary'political clout to make a difference in Israeli politics. While in the ar^. Rabbi Graetz spoke durffg Shabbat services at Beth El Synagogue in Omaha and Tifereth Israel in Lincoln. He also participated in the Israel Bond dinner in Lincoln last week.

Israel Bonds honors Robert M. Spire By Morris Maline Nebraska Attorney General Robert M. Spire told about 100 attending the Lincoln Bond dinner Dec. 14, that the Holocaust and the'State of Israel demonstrate the fine line between barbarism and civilization. "Israel is a role model for the nations of the world," General Spire said in remarks following his acceptance of the 40th anniversary award from Norman Krivosha, dinner chairman. General Spire said he has a real sense of humility and humbleness for the people of Israel and their accomplishments. He said the recent history of the Jewish people is a real lesson demonstrating the importance of tolerance in human affairs. "Tolerance is not just putting up with other people, but is affirmative, positive caring for others ... the Declaration of the State of Israel reaches out on the

By Hugh Orgel TEL AVIV (JTA) - Israel is trying to obtain the release of four fishermen from Eilat, detained by Egypt for violating its territorial waters on the Red Sea. Israeli military sources said that according to their investigation, the Egyptian authorities in Nueiba were justified in seizing the men

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Others participating in the program were Cantor Michael Weisser of Congregation B'nai Jeshuran; Dory Goodman who recited the candle lighting ceremony; Rabbi Ethan Seidel, of Congregation Tifereth Israel; Andrew Goodman, co-chair, and Rabbi Michael Graetz of Israel.

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By Bert Lewis

I got into a discussion recently with some of my friends : M the subject of what our grandchildren call us. Turned out to be worth repeating—the kind of stuff you always get a kick out of hearing. It all began because one of them is going to just start the wonderful new role of grandparenting soon and she asked what my grandkids call me. I explained that in our clan, my own Mother is Bobie and I'm either "Ganuna, " "Gwandma" or "Granma," depending on the age and lan• guage ability of the child. The great-grandparent seems to get the honor title in most families, but the funny part can happen in any generation. Listen to this marvelous story: the beloved Bobie in one of this community's families adored the great-grandchild and always beckoned to him, arms outstretched, and said "nu7 nu?" She meant, of course, "Come to me already— I'm dying to get my hands on you." Her shortened version was just "nu? nu?" Well, you ah-eady can guess that as the toddler grew and began speaking his greatgrandmother became known as "NuNu." Is that delicious? I have another friend whose little ones have always called her "TooMom," I assume meaning "my Mommy calls her Mom so I call her Mom too, or 'TooMom.' " Don't ask me to explain-that's what those kids call their grandmother and let me assure you, she answers! There was another one around here who was called " YooHoo." The explanation I heard (many years ago) was when the child and his Mommy came in the grandparents' house and Grandma wasn't around, her daughter would yell "yoo hoo—where are you?" From this, a perfectly lovely lady became "YooHoo" and, I imagine, loved it. We all know ladies who don't want to be called Grandma. They love those kids, but prefer something else, like maybe ^ "nana." That's perfectly OK but I always wonder if those "Nanas" know that's Italian for Grandmother. Very recently one of my friends welcomed a brand new [ grandbaby to her family. She informed me that (like us) _ since h^ Mother was Bobie, she thought she'd have some•' (ian^ different and catchy. She chose "GiGi." When I asked ' why, 'she laughed and said, "For Gorgeous Grandma—you iknow. GG." I ' Pretty funny when you think about it. I'll have to remember to call her GiGi from now on! The truth of the matter is that it really isn't too important what they call us. The joy comes from the existence i, of the child—from a bear hug deUvered by tiny short arms, or long, nearly grown-up arms. They can call me whatever makes them comfortable—just old fashioned "Grandma" suits perfectly. And when they can write, well that sometimes opens the way to new pleasures. Today I opened a lovely Hanukkah present, first reading the attached card, which said, "To the best Grandma in the world." That, my friends, was the best gift of all!

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Petitions oppose change in law CJF Executive Vice President Canni Schwartz (left) and Associate Executive Vice President Donald Feldstein review the over 100,000 aigoatures received to date on petitions opposing any change in Israel's Law of Return. The petition drive was organized by the Council of Jewish Fedcradona in cooperation with its 200 member Federations. All petitions were packaged and delivered to Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir by a team of Federation leaders who left New York, Dec. 12.

Roots of anti-Semitism topic of Zurich meeting By Susan NEW YORK (JTA) Jews and Catholics will gather in February at a conference that will examine the Christian roots of antiSemitism, according to Rabbi Marc Tanenbaum, international affairs director of the American Jewish Committee. The conference is expected to initiate work on a Vatican document that would challenge Catholic teachings worldwide. The conclave, scheduled to take place Feb. 20 through 24, in Zurich, is expected to be the first of several meetings that will discuss the development of Christian thinking from early days to present times, specifically as it bears on anti-Semitism and the relation this had to the Holocaust. The conference is an outgrowth of a meeting held in Miami on Sept. 11,1987, between Pope Paul II and 206 Jewish leaders. Soon after, a joint Jewish-Vatican conference to explore the roots of Christian anti-Semitiam was approved by the Pope. The conference is conditional on the removal of a Carmelite convent at Auschwitz to a center away from the Auschwitz grounds. Tbia was decided by members of IJCIC, the International Jewish Committee for Interfaith Consultations, the body involved in Vatican-Jawiih negotiationa. Th« move must be made before Feb. 20. Tanenbaum made his an> nouncament as IJCIC chairman. He wld the Upcoming conference would "begin a •erioua Kholerly examination of the hiatory of ontiSemitlem in the Western world through the ancient, the medieval and the modem periode, culminating in the Nest Holocaust."

Steven Wald of Sbelbom, Vt. The Young at Heart will meet at 11:45 a.m., Dec. 28, for lunch and a business meeting at the Knolls Country Club. A film will be shown entitled,"The Bridge Over Brooklyn," depicting Jewish life. Bring a white elephant item to exchange. Art Abrams will preside over the business meeting. Bingo will follow. Call Faye linger, 4892882, for reservations. The Lincoln Chapter of Hadassah held their meeting and gourmet puncheon Dec. 20, at the University Place Galleries. The program featured Lynn Soloway and Gayle Shepherd who presented "Expressing Your Individual Style with Art." Brenda Friedman handled reservations. PICKENS HONORED NEW YORK (JTA) - T. Boone Pickens, the oil tycoon, received the American Leadership Award of B'nai B'rith International for being "one of America's outstanding entrepreneurs and leaders of industry."

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. Last week, Moshe Fox, Consul for Press and Informa: tion from the Israeli Consulate General Office in Chicago, ' was in Omaha for a lunch at the Jewish Community Center. His remarks centered around the "Law of Return" and the recent events surrounding the PLO. He was h^re the day after the U.S. had decided to open a dialogue with the 'PLO. His remarks were a candid look into the complex issues for Israel and for American Jewry. It is highly possible that by the time you see this article, a coalition between Labour and Likud will be accomplished. Many factors have gone into the pressure cooker to make this dish possible. The American Jewish community reaction to the issue of the Law of Return has been overwhelming. This issue has struck a chord for a majority of the Jews in America. ' As Moshe Fox pointed out, for Israelis this issue is no big deal. They see only religious or secular Jews. The realities of the Conservative and Reform movements mean little to the average Israeli who as long ago accommodated to the religious right having power in issues of religion and personal status (marriage, divorce, burial). This does not mean the majority of Israelis who are secular are happy about that power, but they live with it. We should understand the lack of reaction by Israel before our communication of distress to the politicians. The Israeli Army, where most members of the religious community that gained 18 seats this election are not required to serve, has reacted strongly to the idea that a few in government can control policies that will effect the Army deeply yet they do not serve. Finally, the current developments with the PLO require a government capable of responding in a dynamic world political scene. For these reasons, a coalition is on the horizon. Israel heard the voices of American Jews who were upset over the Law of Return and election reform is on the front burner of Israeli politics. But we must remember that this issue has been around since the 1960's and the American Jewish involvement in this issue has been recent. The religious right are growing in number through Aliyah and population growth. The Reform and Conservative movements, although proud of the great progress made in Israel by both groups, are not seen in Israel as mainstream movements. We need to remember this context. Also discussed were the developments with the PLO. Next week I will share more on the subject. We ar$ all hopeful that developments will play out so that a real peace process is possible. We share our concern aild caution as we know the PLO sells one line in Western press and another in Arabic press. One can only pray that the long absent words of Arafat can be matched with deeds that show an acceptance for the reality that is Israel. Moshe Fox stimulated and elevated the level of discussion on these issues. If you desire information or wish to become involved on this or other issues, please contact the ADL/CRC office at 333-1303.

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the renunciation of terrorism, the embrace of U.N. Security Council Resolution 242 and the unequivocal recognition of Israel's right to exist. But Abram implied that the United States should ask even more of the PLO, and he went so far as to spell out one of those deeds. In a statement drafted at a meeting with representatives of the 46 Conference of Presidents constituent organizations, Abram said that the PLO should be made to repudiate its National Covenant. "There can be no progress toward peace in the Middle East if the PLO insists on adhering to the covenantits basic political document—which calls on Palestinian Arabs 'to repel the Zionist and imperialist aggression against the Arab homeland' and demands 'the elimination of Zionism in

Palestine,' " said Abram. AJCongress said the United States should demand assurances that PLO terrorism has ended, that Arafat accept Resolution 242 unencumbered by any other U.N. resolutions and that Arafat say to the Arab world what he has been saying in the Western press. Shultz and Reagan "have made it clear," said Robert Lifton and Henry Siegman, president and executive director, respectively, of AJCongress, "that establishing contact with the PLO is one matter," and satisfying continuing U.S. and Israeli skepticism about the "genuineness of the PLO's conversion is an entirely different matter." SEPHARDlLEADER NEW YORK (JTA) Hal Lewis has been appointed executive vice president of the American Sephardi Foundation.

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John Tower favors strong ties Bjr David Friednum WASHINGTON (JTA) Former Sen. John Tower (RTexas) is expected to work to increase the strategic cooperation between Israel and the United States while aupporting continued arms sales to Arab countries, if the Senate confirms him as the new secretary of defense. ' Tower, who was named to head the Pentagon by President-elect George Bush, had a record of support for Israel and Soviet Jewry during his 24 years in the Senate. Even before Bush's election in November, Tower had been expected to be named to the post he has long sought. But the announcement, expected weeks ago, had been held up by rumors about Tower's personal life, his closeness to defense contractors and the push by ^ome Bush advisers for . someone with more management experience at a time of fiscal austerity. Bush said . that Tower had received a "clean bill of health" and will be stronger in his new job because of the intensive investigation he had undergone. Tower, who was chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee during President Reagan's first term, when the RepubUcans controlled the Senate, has visited Israel eight times and made five trips to other Middle East countries. He was a strong supporter of the development of strategic cooperation during the Reagan administration, in the belief that Israel is the major ally in preventing Soviet influence in the Middle East. Tower was considered influential in the adoption of the strong plank in support

of Israel at the Republican National Convention in New Orleans last August, according to pro-Israel activists. He supports foreign aid in general and aid to Israel in particular. He also was a strong supporter of the 1978 Camp David accords, which led to the Israeli-Egyptian peace treaty. Tower was one of 76 senators who wrote President Gerald Ford a letter in 1974 objecting to his "reassessment," which held up arms sales to Israel. He was also critical of the - Carter administration in 1980 for the U.S. vote in favor of a U.N. Security Council condemning Israel's settlement policy. President Jiinmy Carter later apologized for the U.S. vote. But Tower has not supported congressional moves urging the United States to move its embassy in Israel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, on the grounds that this is a decision to be made by the president, not Congress. Tower was quoted in 1981 as supporting a "balanced poUcy" in the Middle East. He has supported all U.S. arms sales to Arab countries. In a Senate speech supporting the sale of AWACS surveillance planes to Saudi j\rabia. Tower stressed that the United States "has no better friend in the Middle East than Israel." He stressed that the sale to the Saudis did not jeopardize Israel's security and he would never vote for anything that did. ' Tower was first elected to the Senate in 1961, in a special election after Lyndon Johnson gave up his seat to become vice president. He was the first RepubUcan senator elected in Texas since the Reconstruction

Although he had planned to return to private life after retiring from the Senate at the end of 1984, just two weeks later President Reagan named him as the United States negotiator on long-range missiles at the nuclear arms talks in Geneva. He served in this capacity for 14 months. Reagan called upon him again after it was revealed that the United States had secretly sold arms to Iran and used profits from the sale to help the Contras in their rebellion against the Sandinista government in Nicaragua. Tower headed the threemember panel that investigated the role of the National Security Council in the affair. Another member of the committee was Lt. Gen. Brent Scowcroft, who Bush has named as his national security adviser. The Tower Conunission's report, issued in February 1987, did not blame Israel for the U.S. involvement in the Iran/Contra affair. "U.S. decision-makers made their own deQsions and must bear responsibility for the consequences," the report said. Tower was born in Houston on Sept. 29, 1925. During World War II, he enlisted in the Navy at the age of 17 and served aboard an amphibious gunboat in the Pacific. He was later a senior chief petty officer in the U.S. Navy Reserves. After receiving a bachelor's degree in poUtical science from Southwestern University and a master's in the same subject from Southern Methodist University, both in Texas, Tower did graduate work at the London School of Economics. He served on the faculty of Midwestern State University, Wichita Falls, Texas, from 1951 to 1960.

Israel trusts U.S. despite PLO switch By Hugh Orgel TEL AVIV (JTA)-Foreign Minister Shimon Peres has assured Secretary of State George Shultz that Israel continues to place its confidence and trust in the United States, despite deep disagreement over the U.S. move to open dialogue with the Palestine Liberation Organization. Peres, chairman of the Labor Party, made public his reply taa letter he received from Shultz explauung the U.S. position on its talks with the PLO, ShulU sent an identical letter to Prime Minister 'Yitzhak Shamir, the Likud leader. "While 1 remain con-

vinced that the American decision was—at best—premature, I was reassured by the content of your letter, as well as by some additional information provided by (U.S.) Ambassador (Thomas) Pickering," Peres wrote. "Specifically, I took note of your chaltengea to.the PLO to close the gap between the expressed commitm^t to abandon terrorism and the reality of its actions—in Israel, in the territories and elsewhere; your continued adherence to the longstanding American policy of not supporting the establishment of an independent Palestinian state; and the clarification that

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opening a dialogue, in and of itself, does not constitute American recognition of the PLO as a negotiating partner," Peres wrote. He added that the "lack of unanimity between us" on the "extent to which the PLO has akeody undergone a transformation" must not affect the "solid relationship between our two countries.

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1989 scholarship information available through BJE The Bureau of Jewish Education of the Jewish Federation of Omaha announces the availability of scholarships and loans through funds administered by the Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Omaha. Incoming and current college students are invited to apply for financial assistance for the 1989-90 academic year. Applications are available through the Bureau of Jewish Education. 333 South 132 Street, Omaha. Nebraska 68154, 3348200, Ext. 246/210. Applications for college scholarships must be submitted to the Bureau office no later than March 10, 1989, Susan Drazen, BJE director, said. Scholarship aid is available as follows: Freshman scholarships: Income from the Nancy and Don Greenberg Scholarship Fund is awarded each year to a Jewish resident of Omaha entering his or her freshman year of college. Preference shall be given to, candidates who have been employed during their high school years and have demonstrated a "B" average. Physical education scholarship: Funds are available to undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a course of study leading to a degree in physical education, health and recreational sciences or in related fields through the Burton L. Robinson Student Athletic Fund. General undergraduate scholarships: The Lois Jeanne Schrager-Memorial Fund provides annual grants to college students who demonstrate superior academic performance, extracurricular involvement and financial need. The Beatrice and Nate H. Sherman Scholarship, the Omaha Jewish Community College Scholarship Fund, and the Livingston Scholarships are designed to help undergraduate students fund their college education. Graduate and undergraduate loans: The David E. Beber Scholarship Fund makes loans available at low-interest rates to quali-

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fied recipients among the Jewish youth of Omaha to enable them to attend the college or university of their choice. The B'nai B'rith Dr. Abe Greenberg/Henry Monsky Lodge Endowment Fund provides interest-free loans to undergraduates whose immediate relatives are members in good standing in B'nai B'rith lodges or B'nai B'rith women's chapters in the Omaha metropolitan area. Financial need is a basic consideration in the granting of loans for both funds. Preference is given to those entering their freshman year of college. Careers for Jewish professionals: Scholarship aid is available through the David E. Beber Scholarship Fund for students pursuing careers in the rabbinate, cantorate, Jewish education, or Jewish social or communal service. Graduate scholarships: Grants to pursue graduate studies are available through the Sandra L. Feldman Scholarship Fund, the Beatrice and Nate H. Sherman Scholarship Fund, the Livingston Scholarships and the Omaha Jewish Community College Scholarship Fund. Graduate studies in education: Through the Ruth Sokolof Special Education Scholarship Fund, scholar-

ships to pursue graduate studies in special education and general education are available. The student interested in obtaining financial aid from the Financial Aid Committee of the Buifeau of Jewish Education should do the following: 1. Contact the Bureau of Jewish Education for an application form. 2. Make sure the apphcation is filled out in its entirety, including financial statement and recommendations. The deadline for acceptance of scholarship applications is March 10, 1989.

Jew named BRUSSELS (JTA) - An active member of Britain's Jewish commoinity and former British Cabinet minister is one of the 16 new appointees to the European Commission, the executive body of the European Community here. Leon Brittan, a member of the Board of Deputies of British Jewry who served as minister of trade and industry in Prune Minister Margaret Thatcher's Cabinet, was named to be conunissioner in charge of competitive policy and financial insiitutions. The sole Jewish member of the outgoing commission, Stanley Clinton Davis, is also British.

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JCC theater plans musical; auditions set for Jan. 8 The Jewish Comminty Center theater, "Theater at the J,' " will hq|d auditions (or the musicar"A .. . My Name is Alice," on Jan, 8, 1989, 2-4 p.m., at the JCC. According to Andy Stevenson, theater director, women between the ages of 18 and 65 of all nationalities and types are needed. Rehearsals begin Feb. '20, and the show runs from March 30 through April 9. Mr. Stevenson will be directing and the music director will be Kate Schrader. Those auditioning should

Singles plan two parties On Dec. 24, the singles and college-age people will -meet at the "Scorecard" for the annual Alternative Party. From 8-11:30 p.m., music, munchies and socializing will highlight this yearly event, according to Helen Rifkin, coordinator. The cost is $3 per person. On Jan. 8. 1989, all college-age persons in the Omaha, Bellevue and Lincoln areas are invited to a "Come on in, the Water's Fine" swim, games and hot dog supper (4-7 p.m.) at the Jewish Community Center, Mrs. Rifkin said. The event will be sponsored jointly by UNO, Hillel and the Adult Service Dept. of the JCC. For additional information, call Mrs. Rifkin at 334-8200.

prepare a song and bring sheet music; an accompanist will be provided. Actors are also encouraged to prepare a two-minute monologue, although material will be provided for cold readings, Mr. Stevenson said. "Theater at the 'J' ' is supported, in part, by the Metropolitan Arts Council, which receives funding from United Arts Omaha, Nebraska Arts Council and the National Endwoment for thf Arts. For more information, call Mr. Stevenson at the Jewish Community Center, 3348200, ext, 214.

Class of 2001 A few issues ago this paper announced the Paaaover edition would spotlight those children bom in 1988— the B'nai Mitzvah of the year 2001. Then we sat back and waited to see who would respond to our request to hear from the parents of those kids. We said we wanted to know about them, to hear what the hopes for that new century generation might be. We told about our intention to interview people, professional caregivers as well as parents. And we began to hear from you. We're happy to say that many of you called or wrote to us. We have an impressive beginning for this exciting project. And interestingly, we've heard from folks outside the Omaha community. In fact, there seems to be enough interest to wat-rant special attention to outof-towners. So to those outside the Omaha area but nevertheless "connected" in some way, let's hear from you. And to our own local readers who keep meaning to call, we're waiting for your information. Without your data, we can't achieve our goal

Two Nobel laureates had won Wolf prizes

Arafat welcomed By Reinhard Engel VIENNA (JTA) - Austria and the Palestine Liberation Organization wUl soon exchange ambassadors, according to an announcement made during PLO leader Yasir Arafat's one-day visit here.

By Hugh Orgel The Israel-based Wolf TEL AVIV (JTA) - Two Foimdation presents annual former winners of Israel's $100,000 awards for international Wolf Founda- achievements in medicine, tion prizes were in Stock- physics, chemistry, agriculholm to accept their Nobel ture, mathematics and the Prizes. arts. The 1989 winners will Sir James Black of Great be announced in January While Aiistria has not Britain and Professor Leon and February. recognized the independent Lederman of the United Since 1975, 108 laureates state of Palestine Arafat States are this year's Nobel Laureates in medicine and from 17 countries have proclaimed last month at physics, respectively. They received Wolf awards. The -the Palestine National join seven other past Wolf foundation was established Council meeting in Algiers, Prize wioners who subse- by the late Dr. Ricardo the PLO representative in quently won the Nobel Wolf, who once served as Vieima, Daoud Barakat, will Prize, five of them in medi- Cuban ambassador to Is- be accredited as an ambasrael. cine. sador before the year's end.

Bellevue College board establishes Greenberg fund Bellevue College's board of directors has established the Samuel Greenberg Memorial Scholarship Fund in honor of Sam Greenberg, a long-time director of the college. Mr. Greenberg, a retired South Omaha businessman, died in a Nov. 25 traffic accident. Mr. Greenberg, who with his brother Henry co-owned Philips Department Stores in Omaha and Fremont, served on the Bellevue College board from 1973 to 1985 and remained active as an emeritus director until his death. During his tenure on the board he served on the Education and Buildings and Grounds committees. "This scholarship is an especially fitting memorial for Sam, since he and (ua wife

Millie believed in helping needy, deserving students," said John Muller, Bellevue College president. "In 1986 the Greenbergs mad« a substantial contribution to permanently endow a OH^orial scholarship for theii' nephew, the late Justin Greenberg." A $10,000 goal has been set for the scholarship fund, which will provide annual academic scholarships awarded to talented students from South Omaha who have financial need. Anyone interested in contributing to the Samuel Greenberg Memorial Scholarship Fund may send their donation to the Bellevue College Foundation, Galvin Road at Harvell Drive, Bellevue. Neb. 6800S.

Kirczak prizes given NEW YORK (JTA) - books aimed at young The Janusz Korczak Liter- readers. ary Competition for books Korczak was in charge of about, or aimed at, children, an orphanage in the Warawarded first prizes t(^Fa- saw Ghetto who perished ther Bruce Ritter, founder along with his children in of New York's Covenant jTreblinka. House, and Los Angeles Nat Kameny, chainnau of writer Malka Drucker. the International Center for Ritter's book, "Covenant Holocaust Studies of the House" (Doubleday), won Anti-Defamation League of first prize in the category of B'nai B'rith, which sponsored the award, said they adult books for chilcben. are given for books pubDrucker's book, "Eliezer lished in the last two years Ben-Yehuda: The Father of which exemplify Kor^ak's Modem Hebrew" (E.P. Dut- humanitarianism and selfton), won first prise for sacrifice.

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