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Mary Travers expresses concern for human rights. By Joanie Jacobaoa Feilmtion pobUc relatioaa diraetor

Mary Travers, female vocalist with the internationally-famous folk trio, "Peter, Paul & Mary," will be the guest speaker at a luncheon presented by the Women's Division of the Jewish Federation of Omaha Campaign. ' The event will be held at Ak-Sar-Ben Hall on March 9, beginning at 11:45 a.m.; lunch will be served promptly at 12:16. The cost is tl2.60 per person, and a minimum gift of $52 to the FMOI left. Stove Nogg, Marvia PoUkov, Dr. Ellen Cannon, Donald Yale, Jay Lemer, and 1989 Federaticni Can^uugn is required to attend. DieRichard Jacobaon—prindpala In the Campaign dinner tor DiviaioBs 12 and 13. taty laws will be observed. The music of "Peter, Paul By Monrla Mallae Blacks make up 11 per cent the three Bleeping giants are & Mary" became synony?%e rapid increase and po- of the national electorate booming." litical awarenesa of Ameri- and are ragiatering in record American Jews, shjsaid, mous with the awakening of can Blacks, Hispanics and numbers. Hi«i>anics make must start building coali- the social conscience of Aaiana requiie that Jews up 4.4 per cent of the elec- tions with Blacks, Hispan- America in the 1960's. Conp»y mate attcntioD to demo- torate and by 2010 wiU sur- ics and Asians and must get cern for the human rights graphica. Dr. EUan Cannon pass Black registration. involved in the political condition throughout the said here last week. Asians make up 3.3 per process not only at the na- world continues to be the Speddng at a Men's Cam- cent and th^ luith rate is tional levd, but also at the motivatiog force beWnd paign diimar at the Higfa- soaring, Mrs. Cannm said. local leval, and thia meana Mary lyavsrs, political and l«*(0ounti7 Chib. Dr. CattAt the aama time, the j«artk^«tian in both iMUor Bociiu activiat in tjw 1.9§0'A tn thalan^tntr years, Ma. noa tttd that A,merican Jewiah eomotuaity ia partlea. BUfekii Hlspanits and ahrinUng and 5.6 million She called for a new Jew- Travers haa participated in Aalans are increasiiig in Jews only make up 2.2 per ish agenda with American commissionB sent to El Salpopulation and political cent of the alectorate. Oi Jews »ti«iring a strong com- vador and the Soviet Union awareness at a rapid rate. thia number almost one mil- mitment to worki Jewry and to study human rights Mrs. Cannon, a political lion Jews dkl not ngiatar to a strong Israel, makhig a abuaea in those countries. anatyst, tennad the minor vote in the presideraal elec- commitment to build coali- She I was a monber of the ity groupa "thxaa sleeping tion. tions (m whatever kaues ot ddegatitHi which accompagiants" and suggested that Dr. Cannon aakl that one- agreement that can be nied the exiled Korean demAmerican Jews take stepa third of Amsricaa Jewa are found, inuMPting QQ itate ocratic leader, Kim Dae to understand how suot ovtr 65 and that the Jewiah and Idieal politica and work- Jung, back to his homdand changes may impact on aommunity is experlcodng ing on the historic goal of undff the auspteea of the Jewiah concana. proMema with assfanHatian Jews evarywhere to repair Center for Development Policy, a 30n-profit foundaShe pointed out that and low Urth rate "whUe the worki. tion of which Ms. Travera ia a member. Information gathered

Federation appoint^ associate director

Book Appreciation Fund honors the late Elinor A. Whitman

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Charles P. Epatela The ^wppplntment of Charlea F. Epatein of Dalhih, aa associate director of the ihwifh Fedaration of Omaha, hM bean anaouDced by Howard Bloom, eiecu^ediroetor, ' Mr. Epatein, moat reI ent^ a national consoltant for Development Corp. of Amarica. New York Oty. •ucceeda Sondra Topper who has relocated to Chid^a Bafora Joining tha Davahpuwiit Corp. d Amarica •a a ftmd raia«, Mr. EpalaiB, 65, h«t aanwtf the la-

He also had aerved as executive dhractor, Jewish Fedaration of the Delawart Valley and aa azacotiva director of the Jewiah Commimity Couaoll ia Avatip, Ttsaa and the Jewiah Community Center and Jewish Comniunity Council fat Maor chsotar, N.H. Iniddition, ha had aarvad as a social planner/erantaman of the Lowell, Maa^, Modal atiee Agency and aa director of the Lowell Environmental Arts and SdMr.EpataiBeaniadaB.a degree at BoatoB StaU Collefa, an Ed. M. da«rea at Boaton University and a Certifk»te In Jewiah Communal Studiae at Hebrew UnkmCoUMi. Hai«MllBWifs,CiirinBa, h«va'4hraa ehildrm Mra. Mark (Cory) Chaaa of Omaha; Joa an attoinv in Oklahoma City, and Rkfc, an insoranoa rspraaentative in Anatitt, Tacaa.

"She waa very Cordial, very accommodating, very personable. She signed autographs. She knows how to make you feel good about being Jewish, about being part of a people who take care of their own." Mrs. Weinstein emphasized Ms. Travo^' sincerity. "She's a very genuine per. former and person who transcends all ages. Her program is conversation and song. She sings in Hebrew. She shares her experiences Mary Travera in Israel and although she herself is not Jewish, has an from those trips providee overwhelming enquithy and much of the material for her feeling for the Jewish exlectures and solo conoerts^ perience. across the country. "All the things I loved Having performed at the CouncU of Jewiah Federa- and adored about 'Peter, tion's General Assembly in Paul & Mary' wa« not an 1987, Ms. Travers recently act," she cooiduded. "It was appeared in DaUaa on behalf real. Don't kid yourself. of the Wonwn's Division of Mary Travers is one, tough the Federation then; An- cookie—but she's a nice, drea WeJiistein was dividon tough codde." chairman. Bom in Louisville, Ken"Everyone came away tucky, Maiy Travera was Mhig it waa one o(:ti>* beat reand ud educated fa New pragfams Uiey had ever att«^" add Mrs. Web- paraniU' ao^vitiee, Dolh as stein. "The porpoee of our journalists and members of luncheon was to learn, but the early labor movement, 'JHl we were equally as moved that gave her a sense of ^ffl by what she had to say. reaponaibility and c«»unit"Her message ia not new, ment. but it's still compelling. "llwr^'a a quota from a What we sang about in the famoua Tahmuic rabbi thatj '60s is just ss pertinent and aaya,'Itianotyouri rdutytoH important in the '80a. There fidah the work, but you I are a lot of peoide in thia not at liberty to tyouar^H negled^ wrarkl who are not free." if" Mary Travera believes For fartbar infpnnatian, stronigfr in what ahe'a doing and what she has to say, c(«taet Ellia Pennar at I and she wants to makis sure Federation officea, 334^ 8200, Ext 264. you balieva it, too.

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Susan Silver, vice president of the Jewish Federation Library Board, announced that the Elinor A. Whitman Memorial Book Annraciatidn Fund has been wKbHshad thwagh a donation by hsr hoaband. Norman Whitman. The annouDcement was made at the Feb. 19 awards ceremony for the annual Jewiah Book Appredation Contest Elinor Whitman served lor many yaara aa a member of the library Board and on the fwohar of both Bath El •adTmiMa laraal Raligioua achool8.6hahH)«ka«»i» t<«aatinp> wiali Saaaa SIbw, vtee president of the. Ukantwa) ^wUk brary Beard, aseapta a denatfan from Na naOm, h< aiA •aiaUaUng tiM EBnor A. WUttaan Mamorid Book. Mr. Wh iii pradation Fund. hmdwasD ^ittt; atwihagoaj' luialj Contaat ia sponaored jointly ory. a braaa plate wilt ba afby the Jawiafa FadanUon Hxad to aiactioa ol fhil* youth of the Omaha commu- Library. tha Friadal ianlah dran'a hooka iatkalibri nity. Moniaa from the fond Academy, UTTO awl Tem- and the book nport wil) be uaad topronoto the ple laraal RaUffama School win now be hwMm contaat and to award piteaa and ia haU in conjunction EBnor A. WU^UM with Jewiah Bodk Month. tothavtenarib rialSook The Book Appreciation In tin. Whitnan'a mem- taot,Mn.

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Social service organizations sponsor inservice day at JCC Jewish Family Service will join six other social service organizations in sponsoring an inservice day March 3 at the Jewish Community Center. Magaly Rodriguez Mossman of St. Paul, Minn, will give the keynote address, "Multicultural Networking and Empowerment." A native of Cuba, she is a consultant to the city of Minneapolis on community building and has worked in 'the fields of race relations, migrant labor, drug abuse and school violence. The public may attend her 9 a.m. lecture. A fee of $15 will be payable at the door. Human service professionals and other persons who want to attend the entire day's program can do so for a $25 fee. Skill building workshops will be offered in the afternoon on a first come, first served basis. Afternoon sessions and . presenters will include:

"Prom Play to Words with Childhood Depression," Omaha psychologist Mark Beiachel; "Growth Through Conflict," Roger Yams of Creighton University's sociology department; Kathy Moore, executive director of Voices for Children in Nebraska; "Light Imagery Work," Ms. Mossman; "Journey Toward Intimacy," Carl Schmitzer, south central regional direc- ' tor of Lutheran Family Services in Lincoln; and "Drawing from Within," Linda Marcy, president of the Nebraska Art Therapists' Association. Other sponsors of the program are Child Saving Institute, Family Services, Lutheran Family Services, the Social Settlement Association, United Catholic Sodid Services and Catholic Social Services of Council Bluffs. Further information can be obtained from Therese Korth,. 330-2024.

Prime Time offers event at Western Heritage Museum The Prime Time members of the Adult Service Department will meet on March 11 at the Western Heritage Museum for "an evening to remember the way we were," according to event co-chairmen Doris and Harry Alloy and Milt Parker. Describing it as one of Omaha's best kept secrets, the co-chairmen were en-

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thusiastic about the "wonderful, nostalgic exhibits at the museum evicting Omaha in the '30's, 40's and '50's." "The old Crosstown Streetcar is there just as it used to be, and the original signs from Ip^HTiwrk" many will remember," said Mr. Alloy. "Not only Omahans will enjoy this trip into the past since many of the displays are from the war years and the '50's that most people can identify with." A gourmet dinner will be catered by Margarite of Council Bluffs. For additional information, call Helen Rifkin, 3348200, or Doris Parker, 5533249.

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Haat Shw (left) and Elan Glaadberg, Israeli Ugh school students are visiting Omaha teenagers this week as part of a goodwill trip to the United SUtes.

Israeli teens agog over lights and snow By Morris Mallne Flying into New York City at night and seeing the lights from the air as well as being greeted by bountiful' snowiall upon arrival in Omaha were the opening highlights to a trip by two Israeli high school students this week. The students, Ifaat Sher of Haifa and Elan Glassberg of Nahariya, are part of a 72-student delegation visiting the United States on a goodwill mission from Israel "We will be visiting with teenagers of our own age at their schools and we wiU an-

El Al Offers singles tour El Al has initiated a new "Israel Singles Tour." Beginning June 26, singles ages 30-50 can explore their heritage while making new friends in one of the world's most romantic and ancient settings, according to an El Al spokesman. The l^nif^ tour inchides a seven-ni^ stay in Jerusalem, two nights in Galilee and four nights in Tel Aviv, at top value hotels from as low as $859. Tours include evening entertainment, as well as a cocktail party upon airival dancing in local discos, an optioaal safari in the Judean desert, plus Maasada, the Dead Sea and sun-bathing on sandy-white Tel Aviv beaches. For more informatioo on El Al's new "Israel Sin|^ Tour," call your travel agent or 1-800-ELAL-SUN.

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swer their questions by Israel. We don't have formal speeches to give, ^e just will talk with them the way teenagers normaUy talk with friends," they said. The two Israelis had an opportunity to visit one high' schod in New York during the first days after arrival and said they were "impressed" with the knowledge and understanding of their American counterparts. Their Omaha schedule calls for visits to UTTO, Boys Town High School, MilUifd South High School, Conestoga Elementary School, Creighton Prep High School Temple Israel Northwest Wif^ School and Millard North High School From Omaha, the students vrill go to Minneapolis for the next part of their United States tour. Ifaat is being hosted in Omaha by Mr. and Mrs. Norman SheUon and Elan's hosts are Mr. and Mrs. Steven Riekes. The visit of the students was coordinated bv Sara Juster and Kara Miarks.

Beginning in March, the Canteen area of the Jewish Community Center and the Health Club will have new vending machines and will offer an expanded variety of kosher foods, according to Jeffrey Aizenberg, JCC director. "Now it will be possible to have breakfast, hmch and nutriticms snacks . at the 'J' by just pressing a button," he said. He said among the foods being sold are pastries, bagels, cereals, sandwiches, ice cream treats, popcorn and pizza. There will be a microwave for everyone's use and a new look in the canteen. Joyce Cohen, decor designer stated, "The canteen area will become more inviting and pleasant." The vending company that will be supplying and managing the machines is

Canteen Company. According to Mr. Aizenberg, "Canteen Company has gone out of its way to help us update our vending service and to offer a wider variety of kosher foods." The prepared items such as the sandwiches, bagels and pizzas will be made by the Bagel Bin. Other prepackaged products have been obtained by Howard Epstein at Nogg Fniit Company. The same bank of machines that are in the Canteen will also be available in the pool area during the siunmer. Mr. Aizenberg said it is the hope of the JCC that all members will enjoy the new iood service and that everyone will help keep the Canteen area dean and looking good for all to et^oy.

AMIT women schedule annual donor event AMIT women's 1989 Hununitarian of the Year program will take place March 26 at 6 p.m. in Beth Israel Synagogue. The event, sponsored by Kalah Franklin and Hatikvah AMIT Chapters of Omaha, is the annual donor Mother-Father-In Israel Banquet and is open to the community. Dinner co^^airmen are Beverly Franklin and Georgia Ann Steinberg. Cost is $10.50 per person and reaer-

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B Lev Bert Lewis Who was it who said, "There's nothing new under the sun," w^mething to that effect. I used to thinli there was a lot of truth to that, but now I'm beginning to wonder. I recently saw an ad in a magazine inviting pet owners to send 139.96 (plus postage and handling) for an dectronic flea collar. That's what I said—an electrcmic flea collar. Now first you have to understand what an ordinary flea collar means. For those of you who might not know, it's just like a regular pet collar only its saturated with (or treated or . something) some kind of insect repellent. Got it? So what's an electronic version of this shmichick? It's one that has tiny batteries which allegedly emit such a high pitched noise only insects can hear it. And it drives them away from your dog or cat. At least that's what the adve^ tisement says. Now that's new. : * Way, way back when people had cats and dogs around they didn't have any kind of insect-repelling anything. The animals were supposed to fend for th«nselvea, like everybody else! On a more serious note, another really new gadget soon to be available is the latest invention from Bobie Bell. This is going to revolutionize phone calling as we know it because soon it will be possible to know who's calling before the phone ia answered. How? There will be a very small box attached to the phone and it has a tiny (TV type) screen. The phone number of the caller will automatically appear on the screen when the phone rings. Personally I think that's marvelous, for many reasons. First of all, the pests can be eliminated immediately. And anybody making an obscene call or using the phone to harass another party would certainly think twice before making their identity known. Much more useful than an electronic flea collar and yet another something "new under the SUIL" I understand there's a wonderful innovation now available in the camera workL I'm toM that most "good" cameras now are equipped with some sort of refinement which automatically prints the date the picture is taken on the face of the snapshot. Now that might not seem important to you, but if you had boxes of loose pictures of your kids and your grandkids and many were not dated, you'd better understand my excitement at learning that even if I don't write the date on the back, the camera will write it on the front! That's what I call a wonderful new invention. These few examples are my answer to that'' nothing new under the sun" business. Of course, it depends on your subject matter, to be perfectly fair. When it comes to jokes for instance, there are few that can't be traced back many years. Maybe the version presently circulating is slightly different, but most have past history. And .what you hear grown-ups telUng little kids—very seldom do I hear much different than I myself said or my folks before me. In fact, I've already heard one of my own kids say that occasionally he speaks and hears my words coming out of his mouth. Yeah, some things really can qualify for that "nothing new" stuff. Just the same, even if I had a dog, I wouldn't be likely to order an electronic flea collar! Even if it is new.

AHlMNigh Han7 Goitkinhh afiaO-lSBDaanmrly emped the Holocaust whn he fled Oeniaay ia 1937, his extensive collection of more than 1,000 objecto which nrvived the Holocauat beara witness to the tragedy that destroyed ndlUona. The Harry Goldsmith collection, one of the beet-known private collections of Holocauat materials, recently has been donated to the United States Holocauat Memorial Muaeum. Among the collections of variooa Stars of David won by Jews hi different parts of the Third Reich are two extremely rare and distinctive yellow-and-black buttona, with two holes for thread, introduced in Bulgaria u> 1942. Other stars hi the collection are from Austria, Germany, Holland and Poland.

More Israelis support talks By Hugh Orgel TEL AVIV (JTA) - A public opinion poll conducted recently indicates a slight swing toward moderation on the future of the administered territories and the Palestinians. The survey was conducted by Professor Eliyahu Katz, director of the Institute for Applied Social Research. It found that 30 percent of Israelis now support negotiations with the Palestine Liberation Organization, up from 13 percent in 1978. The difference was at-

tributed to PLO chief Yasir Arafat's recognition of Israel and renunciation of terrorism before the United Nations in Geneva Dec. 14.

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Kristine and Gabriel Litman announce the Jan. 38 birth of a son, David MikaiL The Litmans also have a son, Benjamin Reed, 2. Paternal grandparents are Dr. Shoahana litman of Orlando, Fla., and Mordechi Litman of Israel. Maternal grandparents are Marilyn apd Reed Hanson of Idaho Falls, Idaho. Julie Arnow and Dr. Mkhael Roeenbaiun of Boston, Maas., announce the Feb. 6 of a daughter, Neva. They have two other daughters, Zoe and Sophia. Maternal grandparents are Fran and Peter Arnow of Princeton, N.J. Paternal grandparents are Reva and Myer Rosenbaum of Omaha.

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Before leaving on vacation for my mother-in-law's place in Florida, I called ADL in New York to see il I could cover Vice President Dan Quayle's appearance at the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach. 1 didn't mind giving up a day of my vacation to experience the journalistic thrill of seeing the vice president dose up. Although the ADL press person did not encourage my presence, 1 made it known that I would travel the 26 miles to the hotel and do everything possible to obtain press credentials. So there I was in the surf and sun thoroughly ridding ' myself of a persistent cough and cold and letting the days and nights tick themselves off ever so quickly. On my first of several visits to the ADL press room at the hotel, I was advised that the vice president had to reschedule his talk because his presence was required during the president's talk to Congress. Naturally, I watched the president's presentation on tel. evision and as the cameras and lights focused on George : Bush, there was the vice president in the background. i I was immediately drawn to the vice president because he appeared to blink uncontrollably. Throughout the president's speech, as the camera brought the vice president into view, I was struck by his constant blinking. So, I said to myself, if I get into the press conference and I get an opportunity to ask a question, I'll ask him if he has vision problems. After more conversations with the ADL press person, 1 was advised to come back to the hotel at 7:30 a.m. on Friday to find out if I could attend the 10:30 a.m. press conference and the noon talk. I was there at 7:30 and I was given my pass on which was written:"Morris Maline, Omaha Jewish Press, Palm Beach, Fla." I was most happy about receiving the pass soi didn't complain about moving the Omaha Jewish Preas Ho Palm BMch. Meanwhile, having arrived so early, I was able to get the best seat in the 20x20 room set aside for about 100 members of the area press and 20 or so press people traveling with the vice president. The vice president was late in arriving so we press people passed the time of day discussing the weighty issues of our time such as: "Would the vice president wear a sdid red tie or a red tie with a pattern?" I sort of rehearsed my question with a colleague by asking him if he had noticed the blinking of the vice president. "He was probably having trouble with his contacts," was the reply and my enthusiasm for the question diminished rapidly. Once word had arrived that the vice presidential plane had landed, the squads of Secret Service men and women ushered us out of the room for a final bomb sweep and I : left my camera case on the chair so that I could reclaim the good seat I had earned. We were back and the vice president of the United States came in and approached the podium. 111 just briefly ment tion that one of the Secret S^vke attempted to remove the ADL ktgo from the blue backdrof), but he was overruled by a senior agent. The vice president made some op«aing remarks—the same ones he had made upon arrival at the airport (which we had heard live over the radio! and the preaa confareince started. . Alffloet all the praas peoftle, radio, tdeviaioii. and print, .clamored for his attaatioa cnating a bedlam of mijltiple quflstions being aaitad at tba aanw tima laaving it to the I vke pFwktent to nod and point to (akct cnt Itam tha maity. Because of my good seat (about tknt fiat tram tha vice pcaaidaotl and t^y cafan but squMky voic* (bacauM I n«v«r { expactadtobecaUMluponwithmyiiin|ila"lifT. VKePreaident") he looiud diractly at no and nodded. I was so stunnad'and turpriaad to ba siBilM oat from the mob, 1 quicJdy k>at toy ntrva and abandwiad the thought of my ^« <|iMation aod •amwknyi to a aalt oae 00 how ha would bslp PiMtdMt BMk aKBiB^ bigotry and diacriminatioa ban tha Anarkaa afMW. He was obvicua^ phtaad «itk kkit aaia <|oaatioa and ispoka at tangtb about tha achaiuMratian'a atmag daukra to rid tha natko ol vaatigaa of Maotrynd diacriniaatiou wphiiung that thio waa tbo CM of tka raaooaa ha tod daddad to accapt ADL'a trritatte to apaak. , TUviGfrptMUMtWcdHdatiwdinctltyaadiVaktcoavindnglb'(o* *'•'•^vaib'>o"« P«iod «l tima Hd I kwkad at Ua «y«a to datact tba poraiatMt UUdnc I kad BOticad on tahvisMML H waM't thar« TWvic»pwa>daptoitheUnitadStataadtdBotbllBfc.N<tthardidl. W« both woo. wamiituHMMiVJUsmitmajit^ -

AmeriGan Jewish leaders welcome speech by Quayle PALM BEACH. Fla., Feb. 12 (JTA) — American Jewish Ieadw-8 were unequivocal in their praise of 'Vice President Dan Quayle's speech on Friday, in which he affirmed America's lasting commitment to Israel's security and the Bush administration's deep suspicion of the Palestine Liberation Organixation. Their statements, however, took no notice of his assertion, with reference to Palestinian casualties in the West Bank and Gaxa Strip, that Israel must be judged by higher standards than prevail in the region, and that the status quo in the territories is "clearly unacceptable." The vice president spoke in Palm Beach, Fla., at a meeting of the national executive committee of the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith. Burton Levinson, the ADL's national chaimian, called his speech "an early statement by the Bush administration of continuing U.S. commitment to the long-standing principles of American Middle East policy." Seymour Reich, chairman of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, said, ''Wp welcome Vice President Quayle'a unequivocal affirmation' of support for Israel. We suppi^ his statement on >\m^(icaQ policy toward the Pl6.'" The'speeCb was Quayle's maiden a^^orance before a

major Jewish group liaca hia awearing-in on Jan. 20. He dwelt on the moat Immediate aspects of the Middle East situation—the Palestinian uprising and the U.S. dialogue with the PLO. "Those who believe that American policy is about to undergo a baok shift m«ely because we have begun tO' talk with the PLO ore completely mistaken," Quayle said. He said there "are many reasons for looking long and hard" at PLO chief Yasir Arafat's acceptance of American conditions for initiating the dialogue, "before drawing any firm conclusions. "We need more than press conference statements and semantics. We need to see real evidence of concrete actions by the PLO—actions for peace and against terrorism—before changing our fundamental attitude toward the PLO," Quayle said. He made clear that the United States has yet to see such evidence and remains deeply skeptical of Arafat's will or ability to provide it. "What are we to make of the fact that Mr. Arafat himself has threatened the lives of Palestinian leaders in the West Bank who have indicated an interest in achieving some sort of peaceful accommodation with Israel?'' Quayle asked He described the Palestinian uprising as "yet another new factor in the Middle

East equatkm," noting that it "has gone on for oiw a year pow, and haa reoultad in nearly 400 PdaeUnians killed, and many more injured. "Some say that by the grisly standards of some of Israel's neighbors, a few hundred people killed in the course of a year-long uprising is not a very staggering figure," Quayle said. "And, of course, Arab states have killed far more Palestinians then Israel." But, the vice president stressed, "Israel cannot be judged by the standards of its neighbors. Israel judges itself—and is judged by others—on the basis of the standards which prevail in the democratic West. "And on the basis of these standards, the status quo on the West Bank and Gaza Strip is clearly unacceptable," he said. Quayle pledged that the United States "will continue to oppose the one-sided con: demnation of Israel's actions that emerge all too often from the United Nations." He elucidated on what he said were the "enduring principles" of the Bush administration's Middle East policy. He said the Palestinian people "must participate in the determination of their own future. "We continue to believe, however, that an independent Palestinian state will not be a source of stability or a contribution to a lasting peace," Quayle said

Ha alao emphasized Amedca'a undeviating conmitment to Iirad'e security "egainat any oomUnatiaa ai aggreosora"; a negotiated peace settlement, free from outside pressure; and negotiations based on U.N. Security (Council Resolutions 242 and 338, "which include the exchange of territory for peace."

Protest release By Howard Rosenberg WASHINGTON (JTA)Jewish groups have protested personally to Greece's ambassadorto the United States over his country's release of a Palestinian linked by Italy to a 1982 attack on a Rome synagogue. In a meeting with Ambassador George Papoulias, representatives of the American Jewish Committee, tlie American Jewish Congress, the Anti-Defamation League of B'nai B'rith and B'nai B'rith International expressed their dismay over the Greek government's decision on Abdel Osama al-Zomar. The 27-year-otd Zomar had been imprisoned in Greece since November i982, when he was arrested at the Greek-Turkish border driving a car loaded with explosives. He was released to Libya Dec. 6 on the grounds that the attack on the synagogue was a political act.

n©fefe©gg fe® (^© ©(oifi(^®g The Jewish Press n»wea the light to edit letten tor nttsoa at length or content. To the Editor. The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum is looking for objects that document Nazi crimes, life in the camps and ghettos, armed and spiritual resistance, the Americui respcmse, rescue efforts as well as efforts to build life anew after the Holocaust. If you have such objects, please describe tbem in a letter to: Curator, United Statea Holocaust Memorial Museum. 21000 L St. N.W.. Suite 717, WaahingtoA. D.C. 20036, or caU 202-828-9554 for informatiOB. Diractor of PuUtc Affairs U.S. Hoktcaost Memorial Cowicil To the Editor. Do any of your readers remember the Omalu Hebrew Club? It lasted from 1892 to 1953.1 woukl like to meet people who have recollections, pictures, letters, documents and meroorahilia qf OHC. Please call or write Oliver B. PoUak. 1315 S. 155 Street, Omaha. NE 68104; 444-1717 (days) or 33S-6166 (evenings). Oliver PoOak TotheEdHor The citing of Israel by the U. S. State Da|>artment for human righta violatiana ia tha ultimate in am^ance and cbupzpa. I would Uka to cita the U. & govanuaont for over 200 yoara of human righta violatlooe ''Vr'nf with our Native Americana, sbvery. addltioBa< violatieaa egainat Blacks altar 1M6 too numaroua to mention throughout tbe 1960'a. end the groaa violationa egainat the f^taniai I wtththetr unlawful htrfnmwf in coQMBtratMB duriac WWII, to MBtia* juat a few. Vka PiwidiMt Qu^le. ta a evaech to the ADL of B'aai B'rith. lennthr atatad that "aaoka miv »»9 that by the giMy atawiarda of lanaal laraal's ndghhors a lew ku» dnd yaople kOad hi thf oourao of a y«ar bag upewBig ia not a very staggariag figure." But ha added, Israaf shouM not be lodnd by thooe standarda but "oo the baais of standaads Oat pnvaa ia the daaoaratie woet." Is the Vie* t^NeUent refarr^ to the staodardi that Mvailad at Kiat State, Watta. WWMM Ka«e or My Lai? Oik, how atnU ol aoaw uadedbtadbr ha «w t«|Ui( lybout tia HiifMiithat grwrdhd Amiat th» re<aat fatiiada ki MiMd.O(<«»aL PaalDaaMwood

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HVHie rM«nt release of the i^U.S. Stete Department's "Country Rqxirta on Human Rights Practices for 1988" haa caused a furor because of its frank critidsm of Israeli actions in responding to the Palestinian upriaing. Yet a full reading of the report gives a much fuller aod mora balanced impreasioo of Israeli practices than has been generally deacrlbed in media accounts. It is true that the report details several categories of Israeli violations of international standards in dealing with the intifada. What was largely missed in public comment, however, is that these criticisms are preceded by an equally long section which carefully describes Israel's democratic character and commitment to human rights. The picture that eooerges is not of a nation which routinely violates human rights, but of a free and open country which has committed violations in response to a crisis. The political and judicial mechanisms of the state itself are the most effective means of correcting these problems. From the first smtence of

the report, Israel's demo- bav« freely aitabiiafaed at* cratic character ia atreased. ganizailona of thefr own It rea<|>, "Israel ia a choosing." parliantentaty democracy The human rights report with a multiparty political makea some judipuents on system and free idections." the effects of tiieaa freedoms In ita next 10 pagee, the on Israel'a minority populareport filla out tUa picture. tions. It atatea, for examide, *0n respect for the hi- that "laraeli Arabs have tegrity of the peraou "Is- made substantial educaraeli authotitiee do not sanc- tional and material progress tion or practice political since the founding of Iskilling." raeL" * (hi the judicial ayatem: It Dotea that 66 pocent of "The ri^t to a hearing by adult Israeli Arabs are an impartial tribunal with members of Histadrut, Isrepreeentation by oounaei is rael's labor federation, guaranteed by law. The ju- which is within five percent diciary is indq>endent and of the membership rate for effectively insulated from the general population. political Jnterfereooe." Moreover, "The Ministry of * On dvil liberties; "Free- Religious Affairs co(^>erate8 dom of speech and press" with and gives financial supare "protected rights in Is- port to varioua interfaith rael," limited only by secu- groups." rity concerns; "Israelis The report alao comrepresenting almost any mends Israel for its cooperpoint of view are free to as- ation with governmental aemble and associate"; "All and private investigations citizens are assured freedom of its human rights prac- of religion by law." tices. It acknowledges that * On freedom of move- "the Government invesment: "Israeli citizens can tigates and responds to move freely within Israd ex- most inquiries by such orcept in military or security ganizations as Amnesty Inzones"; "Palestinian resi- ternational." dents of the occupied terriIt also stresses that Israel tories are generally free to has "accommodated a vasttravel within Israel." ly increaaed number of * On sexual equality: visits" in 1988 from people "Women's rights^ Israel and groups investigatLig are protected by the Equal "human rights issues asOpportunity Law, which sociated with the uprising." forbMs sex discrimination." It is only after this de* On workers' rig^ta: "Is- tailed portrait of Israel comraeli workers and employera mitted to democracy and human rights that the State Department report cites several violations of these standarda in Israel's response to the intifada in 1988. Theae charges, which have been widely reported, are aerioua. They claim that soldiers ffred unnecessarily into ^cpwda—contraiy to^regulaticma—cauaing "avoidable deatha and injuriea;" that rules of military engagement are not enforced

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ftrictly and that puniahment for thefr viol^iraia ia sporadic and lenient; that houaee have been demolished contrary to international law. (Israel challengea the qipUcability of this law to deinolitions). Furthermore, that unwar ranted deportationa have taken place in 36 cases; that detention is arbitrary and unneoaaaarily hareh; that reatrictions have been placed on freedom of movement and the press; and that courts, schools and private charitable organizations have been prevented from operating effectively. Yet even in this section on responsei to the intifada, several laraeli actioos taken to improve human rights are dted. In response to reports of abuse of prisoners at Dahariya, laraeli authorities madiB sure that "pcraonnel changea were affecte^l and diadplinaiy meaauraa were taken"'that reaulted in improved conditiona. The poliQ' of aevere beatings in the early period of the intifada brought a vigorous response from the atUxmey general of Israel who "criticized this policy and declared it illegal." There has been no political killing and no interference with freedom of religion. The right of assodatioa is observed to the degree that strikes often take place not for economic reaaona, but "in the wido- political context of the upriaing." Even the evidence on laraeli human rights violatiooa, the report notes, could be gathered only because of "Israd's open and democratic aodety." The report acknowledges titat larMi'a raactioo to the intifada ia goverpad by ita evahiatioo that the npriaing is "a new phase of tlie 40year war against laveL"

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Point of View Bjr Haiijr Allea The final coalitian agreamaat between the Likud and Labor ia a major victory nr common aenae and modiratioa in larael politica. Left out in the ogld are th» niii^oua pa^ifea who wtve now laaraed that there are iioi^ to amgance. Also ataoding in the wings are tiie extrama iifjitwiMparttea auch as Tehiya whkfa wanta to annex tbanrest The doviah wing of the Labor party waa alao by-;i»faad aa was the Sharon wing of Ukud. Tha agreement aifiieifiaa no change in currant reiigioua lawa (maaning the *Wbo ia a Jew' issue ia now dead for aa long aa thia Qovemment laata). It also specifies no negotiation with the PLO and no Palestinian state. These are not polidea whkh will appwl to aome laraelis and the Liberal omtingant of American Jewry rapraaapted by Michael Lemer and Tikkun magazine. But aliin all the coalition, given the divergence of opinion in laraali ia a reapectable compromiae. SUmon Peree movee to finance and thua the Labor tMuty contioiled ininiatriaa now efCectivaly are hi chaise of 90 percent of the IsraeU budget—not a bad outcome for a party which lost the election. Likud controls foreign policy but must take every initiative to the ini^ cabinet where Labor and Likud have an equal vote. Shamfr emerges aa a master manipulator and politician in all of thia. He kept Sharon from the Ministry of Defense, he kept David Levy from being Foreign Minister (his most prominent opponents within Likud) and he brought three bright, young supporters from Likud into the Government. The Dry Bones cartoon in the Nation (Israel's new English language paper) had a wonderful series of panels today. Panel 1—"Shamir has really proven himself;" Pand 2— "First he faked out the ultras;" Panel 3—"Then he ran around his oWn right wing;" Panel 4—"And then he snookered Labor into place;" Panel 5—"If be were a little taller;" Panel 6—"The man could be a basketball player." Some long-lasting wounds result from the 61 daya of negotiation, however. Despite the fact that the religious parties decided at the last moment to come into the coalition on greatly reduced terms, they are bitter and distrustful of the Likud and may in the end return to working with the Labor party which was the case until Begin became Prime Ministo*. At the outset. Labor courted the reiigioua parties aa strongly as did the Likud, but Labor ws« far more understanding of American Jewiah preesure on the'Who is a Jew' issue and would not give the reiigioua parties an iron-dad guarantee on the matter. Yoeai Beilin, Peres' young aide said point blank that it waa American Jewiah pressure which changed the Labor poaitioo on that iaaue. Wlthfai UJmd the agreeoMBt waa only narrowly approved and the animoaitiea betwaan the Shamfr wing and the Sharon wing miy well apUt tha party in tha future. The agreement was overwfaelmmgiy qiprovad in the Labor party, but this should not be taken aa an iwUcation that than are not deep diviakma there aa well Ptaamre to approve the agreement came largely from tha Kibbutz movement and the Hiatadmt who an looking for maarive financial help from Peree' control over tlie IVaaaury. But there la aubatantial diaappointment within Labor over going into a Likud led Govemmoit. But all in aO tha new Government, though not aa good aa many wonU have liked, ia still the best foot forward—given the reaHtiea of larael today.

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SHABBAT SERVICE "Shabbat Comes to SERVICES: Rabbi Paul Draz6n and You"-Rabbi Azrlel and Cantor Emil Berkovits members of the Temple will conduct the services. Youth Group will conduct a Shabbat Service for resiFriday: 8:15 p.m. dents of IJvingston Pla«|i at Saturday: Morning service, 9:30 3:30 p.m. a.m: Kiddush will foUow SHABBAT DINNER services. -^ ' A Shabbat dinner and Babysitting is available special service will be held . from 10 a.m. for sixth grade students and Junior Congregation, 11 their families at 6 p.m. a.m. SERVICES: Minha-Ma'ariv, 6:05 Friday: 8:15 p.m. p.m. Rabbi Aryeh Azriel and Sunday: 9 a.m. and 5:30 Cantor Harold Firestone p.m. will officiate. Rabbi Azriel TORAH WEEKEND will speak on "Religious Rabbi Neil Goodman is Action and Spirituality.'' the guest speaker for the Oneg Shabbat following Torah Weekend. He will services will be sponsored speak on Friday evening, by Sisterhood. Sh'abbat services Satur- Saturday: 11:15 a.m. day morning, and Sunday SimcaB'Shabbat, 11:15 morning at breakfast fol- a.m. lowing services. The congregation, toWeekdays:.6:55 a.m. and gether with Rabbi Azriel, 5:30 p.m. will study the Torah portion for the week. LUNCH AND LEARN Lunch and Learn series OUTREACH with the rabbi continues BREAKFAST on Thursday, March 2, at An Outreach Breakfast noon. The current topic is will be held Sunday, Feb. "Relationship with Is- 26, from 10-noon. The disrael." cussion will center around the "spiritual custody" of S.S.T. A Special Shabbat Time the two children of an infor children ages 3-6 will terfaith couple who have begin on Saturday morn- divorced. ing, March 4, 11 a.m., in ADULT EDUCATION the Youth Lounge. It will Wednesday, March 1,' feature stories, songs and Introduction to Judaism, a Shabbat treat. 7:30-10 p.m. CONSECRATION The UTTO Conaecration Council BiMffs ceremony for the third B'nai Israel graders will be at Beth El Havdalah Services March SERVICES: 4, at 7:30 p.m. A reception First and third Friday will follow. each month, 7:30 p.m.

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Beth Israel Synagogue SERVICES: Fri4ay: Kabbalat Shabbat. 5:46 p.m. CONGREGATIONAL SHAB(BAT DINNER A Congregational Shabbat dinner will be held at 6:30 p.m., following the Kabbalat Service. No Late Family Service will be held following the dinner. Juiee Katzman and Teddy Levine are in charge of dinner arrangements. Saturday: Morning service, 8:45 a.m. Class with the Rabbi, 5:00 p.m. Mincha, 5:45 p.m. Mincha will be followed by Ma'ariv, Shalosh Seudos and Havdalah. RECOGNITION KIDDUSH The congregation is invited to participate in the Recognition Kiddush following the service on Saturday morning, Feb. 26. The Kiddush will honor our leaders of the Saturday morning Service: Keith Peltz and Ben Heialer for their availability to read Torah, and Aron Zeiderman who is always on hand to lead the prw^ service in the absence of the Cantor. 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 at 10 a.m. The Junior Congregants will, be served lunch flowing sarvicas. HAVDALAH SERVICE Cantor Pettman will conduct a Havdalah Social on Saturday. Fab- 25, for all UTTO fourth graders at 7:30 p.m. The Havdalah Social wUl be held at the home of Amy and Sandy Friadman, 9817 Weatcheitar Drive. Sundaya: Morning Minyanaira •eirvica, 9 a.m. Our waakjy Sunday mor ning braaknat and "Exploriog Jawiah Idaas" with Uw rabbi wUl foUow tha tarvipa. Daily Minyan, 7 a.m. and 6:46 p.m. BISTKRHOOD SUNPlUS ClASS The Siatarhood spon•otad Siddur cUaa "Eaplortng the Prayar Ckxtk" will matt on TuatiJUvi ffb. 8«, 10 a.ngL. in tha Social HaU. Coffea and r<kUa wUl pir«c«da tha study aaaaion. Ths Rackwal Shabbatou (or all savantk and aighth paderi wUl ha kalo in Qutkria Caiitar. l9wa, db tha waakand of Majr^h 9.

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By Rabbi Myer S. Kripke •mm Parasbat KiTissa The rights of the dlsseater The dominating atory of at least bi the modem world our Sidrah is the apostasy Malachi's understanding with the Golden Calf. The was standard. The furor memory of that moment of over "The Last lamptation infidelity burned de^ in the of Christ" took us aback. consciousness of the House And now the Aystollah is uf Israel. How could a peo- offering huge sums for the ple with the Ten Command- murder-execution of the su ments still echoing in their thor of Satanic VersesI ears have turned to iddThere are pages of letters atry? in the current issue of Bible Tbe^unishment, the text Review, some vitriolocy, informs us, was dire. Infidel- some stooping to nasty vulity? Esecutionl gar language, raking a Further, what about those hristian theology profeswho saw religion differently, sor over the coals for daring the Canaanites, for example, to suggest that educated and the related peoples who Christians should not think lived in the land before the that they have to take the Children of Israel? Accord- myth of the Virgin Birth as ing to our text, again, they literally true. were to be driven out or exOn a different, but terminated. related, level, Omahans are (Note well: That was being treated to a highly innever done. In fact the na- teresting legal battle over tive peoplee remained in the whether "closed forum" land, as the Book of Judges public school property may attests, and were largely as- be used by outside groups, similated into Israel.) after school hours, for reliThe text makes it clear, gious purposes. (Someone however, that the treatment will soon point out bow close to be given to the native the number "66" is to cerpeoples was not because of tain numbers used by Satan their differing religions, but worshipers.) because of their low ethical You may say "I'havdil" and moral standards, in- and I will join you: B^t cluding depraved sex prac- what are we to think of relitices that Israel could not gious extremists in our own abide. camp, particularly in Israel? It was only gradually that the House of Israel was able to pu^ up with the ktolatrous practices of their neighbors. Deutero-Isaiah (6th cantury B.Q.E.) derides Monument Co. them and ridicules them. Not until Malachi (4th cenFraskLOioiuUaJr. tury B.C.E.?) was there understanding that idolaters 60 Years Experience also worship the Lord: "For With Jewish from where the sun rises to Lettering and Memorials where it sets. My name is 143980.13th honored among tha notions." 341-2452 Moat of us thought that

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Shamir urges world fund for Arabs refugee housing By Mark Joffe TEL AVIV (JTA) - Israel will urge the creation of an international fund to provide "adequate housing' for Palestinian refugees, Prime Minister Yitzhak Shamir announced. "There is no reason why Arabs have to be forced in the '90s to live in appalling conditions in refugee camps whk:h they established more than 40 years ago as a temporary measure," the Prime Minister told the Conference of Presidents of M^jor American Jewish Organizations, at the dosing dinner of its tlvee-day gathering here. "The international community, including the rich Arab countries, must provide decent living condi-

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Glen Futemiui Executive Director Jewiali Family Service Challah, chicken and wine for a traditional meal lawy be easy things for most of us to purchase, but not every Jewish family is as fortunate. During Hanukkah last year, Jewish Family Service provided food to 29 Jewish families in the Omaha area. This number of needy Jewish famili^ has dpuUed over the last three years. Are more people becoming "poor" or are life situations changing—m«ybe. Are we becoming more aware that there have been Jewish families in need right here in Omaha—more likely. We must resist the tempting questions of "who?" or "how come?" and instead ask "How can 1 help?" Through the generosity of many organizations and individuals, JFS has been able to provide both food and financial help to these familiea at vaa^vs Jewish holidays. These families include thoae with % siiule parent, individuals with wed or kiw incomes, or famlliM with diaabilities or temporary loss of job. Tzedakah is one aspect of the JFS financial assistance

program. JFS also helps Jewish families in budgeting techniques, coordinating with other community agencies and provides emergency short-term financial support to those local Jewish families in crisis. Inability to pay medical expenses and utility bills are typical problems for which people need belp. As a Udrd component of this program, the agency can provide limited financial help to Jewish individuals ana families traveling through Omaha who demonstrate legitimate circumstances of need. Tzedakah is a mitzvah from which everyone benefits. Jewish Faioily ServKe's Tzedakah program is in keeping with its primary purpose of promoting, strengthening and maintaining sound Jewish family Ufe. SELfiCTED DIRECTOR SPRING VALLEY, N.Y. (JTA) - Mtehael Bierman has been selected executive director of the United Jewish Community Federation of Rockl^nd County, succeeding Robert Posner.

ri^. "Bitf whrt we find in DaUMiaafMJingafJewiah identity tiiet has not bean tmalatad iato deeper levels of iavolvanant." Pifty-fiva percent of Dallas Jews belong to a Jewish organisation and 66 percent report Utay are ntambars of a temple or aynagofua, but naitliar Qgiue. Tobb noted, indicated their level of commitment. Tobin noted that the Dallas Jewish community resembles many large, midwestern Jewish communities because of the strong Jewish identity and affiliation. The community also reflects a trend in the Sun Belt of high mobiUty rates and a youthful population. Because of that mobility, said Tobin, the community is "connected but not deeply connected—observant but not deeply observant." A large portion of Dallas Jews are between the ages of 26

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Airlines paid 'protection money' to Palestinian terrorists in 70s By David Friedman WASHINGTON (JTAIA U.S. airUne and three West European carriers paid millions of dollars to Palestinian terrorists in the 1970s not to hijack or attack their planes, an expert on terrorism said recently. Neil'Livingstone, a professor of national security studies at Georgetown University and president of the private Institute on Terrorism and Subnatioual Conflicts, would not reveal the names of the airlines that paid the "protection money" to an arm of the

Palestine Liberation Organization. A former advisor to congressional committees and airlines, Livingstone would not confirm whether any of the airlines flew to Israel, but he said the extortion money was no longer being paid. A spokesman for the Federal Aviation Administration denied any knowledge of protection money being paid, but Livingstone said ius information was corroborated by a hatf-dozen intelligence agendee in the United States, Europe, Israel and Arab countries.

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Maccabiah games in |srael celebrate 'Bar Mitzvah' Since 1932, the Maccabiah Games have been the pinnacle of Jewish sporting achievement. Every four years, Jewish athletes from the four comers of the world gather together in Israel to c<Hnpete for sporting honors in events as diverse as track and field, basketball, water polo, football and gymnastics, to name but a few. Standards are high and the competition intense in what has become known as the "Jewish Olympics." The 13th World Maccabiah Games are scheduled for July 3-13,1989 in Israel. More than 4,000 world-claas athletes from 38 countries are expected to participate

in the gamea. The United Sutes will field a dalagation of more than 600 atUataa, coaches and trainers. The Maccabiah Qamaa ara the third largest international competition and ore recognized by the International Olympic Committee. In 1989, the Maccabiah will celebrate its Bar Mitzvah — 13th Maccabiah Games. The "coming of age" in Jewish tradition is a time of great significance, a time to strengthen ties and celebrate the continuity of a people. As part of the Maccabiah festivitiea, the ISth Maccabiah Games Organizing Committee invites youth from all over the

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UTTO Mock Wedding Simao Tov Umazal Tov Umazal Tov V'siman Tov. Those familiar words were sung recently culminating the "joining in eternal friendship (at least for a day)" of Shoshana Wees and Jeremy Friedman and Beth Goldberg and Joel Brookstein at« mock wedding as part of a United Talmud Torah of Oqiaha unit of study in Margo Riekes' fourth-grade class on the Jewish Life Cycle. After studying about marriage and designing Ketubot, the class drew lots for their roles at the "wedding." In addition to the two sets t>f brides and grooms,, attendants were: Adam Frank, Adam Kutler, Andrea Friedman, Jodi Lemer, Daniny Parsow, Jeffrey Shapiro, Jason Ginsburg, Michael Kncsfeld, Andy Itkln, Cory Itkin, Allison Gordon, Laura Rifkin, Jennifer Kay, Ariella Milner, Lindsay Parilman, Shayna Flatowics, Jeff Shapiro, Michael Lerner, Lauren Zucker, Stephen Kotok, Audi Gutnik, David Golbitz, Maggie Jacobson, Jenina Sadofsky, Michelle Lee, Jason Hoberman and Cantor Emil Berkovits as the officiant. Paroita and families of the fourth graders attended, along with grade

Judge overturns decision on zoning permit for shui NEW YORK (JTA) "Arbitrary" and "capri. cious" is how New York State Supreme Court Acting Justice Donald Silverman described a decision by the Town Board of Harrison, N.Y., to deny a zoiting permit to a local Orthodox congregation. Silvennan overturned the board's decision, allowing the congregants to conduct their Sabbath and holiday aervicee in a large family room located in the hoKW of , their rabbi. The congragatian, known as Young Tvaal oAlaxriaon and ootixpoaad of approximataly 15 (amiliaa, aucotaafuUy GontaaUd the board'a dactaton with tba aid of attoraaya providad by the National Jawiah Conwuaaion

on Law and Public Affairs (COLPA). The synagogue had requested a special exception to a local reaidential zoning ordinance in order to conduct ita Sabbath and holy day aervioea within walking distance of ita mambera' Tha etactad town board votad 3-2 against tha project, citing what the court tetmad ware "totally apeculative" conoariu ovw the poaaibility of traffic noise, aanitattoD and aafaty probSilvarman i«id that baraiiaa M tha mnatitiitiofwHy protootad atatua «i tha fraa axardaa of raligioB, tha board had an "MnaatJN* duty to aucgaat maaaursa which woukTaUow raligloua

JCC schedules camp day iCamp Jay-C-C ia pra|M^ and 'Uack" Chuck wiU ba for tha 1989 auauMr on haiMi (o anawar your K>n. EnroUntaat ia limited in each age toval, aC' ISach chUd (igainf up cording to Chuck AraoU. that day fcr CtafityOC C«0»|^ diirector. wiM racaiva a caap t-ahiit. CaBap Ragiistratian Day irNltak«plM*P«h.aC«rom NANID DWeCTOS l-3p.m., in tha JCC AuditoNEWPORT NEWS. Va. rium. Applications and gTA» - Barbara Roatov brochujtea will ba availahl* A Cwaofi i»yC-C vidao dinctot lot tha Uaikad J««will ba ahmm akmg with ac- iah Conwiwiky-radHakiPa tivitiaa fnr avaryoM; Camp auosaading Norman Okhaostall, cowaaittaa maakara •ky.

By Susan Birnbaum paigning of the last twenty NEW YORK (JTA) - years, comparing it with The opening of a Jewish cul- Nazi anti-Semitism. tural canter in Moscow SunSergei Rogov, who used day night was preceded by to be a diplomat at the Soa flurry of statements by viet Embassy in WashingSoviet officials, signifying ton, and Vladimir Nosenko the lifting of decades-old wrote an attack on this offirestrictions on the expres- cial anti-Semitism, saying it sion of Jewish culture and helped create the climate in the granting of official which thousands of Jews legitimacy to a viable Jew- have sought to emigrate. ish life in the Soviet Union. The historians also died a The center, the first in the virulent anti-Semitic article Soviet Union since the days that was published in Deof Josef Stalin, was at- cember in a reactionary tended by delegates from journal, Nash Sovremennik. around the world, including In writing this, they showed Soviet ambassadors from that the problem of antithe United States, Great Semitism remains very Britun, Canada, France and strong even under Mikhail Australia, aa well as a group Gorbachev. of Israeli diplomats. The Jewish Cultural CenThe Solomon Mikhoels ter, though certainly welcenter, most recently a come, has not garnered rave movie theater near the cen- reviews among Soviet Jews ter of Moscow, was ad- or their supporters in the dressed by Edgar Bronf- West. man, preaident of the World But those who want Jewish Congreas, and Nobel something Jewish—of Peace laureate Elie Weisel. substance—in the Soviet The theater was originaUy Union, are quick to acthe Moacow Yiddish State knowledge this center aa a Theater, of which Mikhoels first step. "At the moment, was director. it's all-they've got," said There waa no formal Glenn Richter, national greeting from the Soviet coordinator of the Student government, although a Struggle for Soviet Jewry. member of the Foreign But Richter and others Miniatry's humanitarian af- pointed out one ominoua fairs department and a note, that the much-reviled member of the Cultural Anti-Zioniat Committee of Ministry did attend the the Soviet Publk has not opening ceremoniea. been disbanded, despite Nevertheless, the la^t promiaaa that it waa. weak saw again a change in TUa fact tci^Mnd tha q;>how the Soviet Union is fac- timiam over the cantar and ing up to ita past. Two So- of tha recant artielaa in the viet hiatoriana daoounoad Soviet praaa aupportiag Soviet anti-Zioniat cam- Jawiah Ufa and aapiratkms.

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world, along with their families in paridlel programs to Join our celebration of the 13th Maccabiah. The participants will take part in a Bar and Bat Mitivah ceremony at tha Westem Wall with you from all over the world. They will join in the Opening and Closing Ceremoniea of the Maccabiah Oamee, travel all around laraal and atw with an Israeli family. The organizers anticipate the very special atmosphere of the Bar Mitzvah Maccabiah is something the participants will never forget. The Organizing Committee of the 13th Maccabiah Games is offering two programs, both specifically designed for 12-14 year olds and their families. The programs will be organized according to age groups and no particular religious background is needed.' Program A includes an all inclusive tour of Israel.

Traveling as a group, the tour ia fuUy structured from the first day, and specially designed to incorporate parent participation. The program is supervised by experienced leaders. Program B, "Your footsteps in the Maccabiah," ia specially designed for par enta who want to make their own holiday arrangements in Israel while giving their children a chance to take part in the 13tb Maccabiah Games Bar Mitzvah celebraticms. It allows the youth to join in the fun with youngsters from all ov^ the world at six special events, while families relax and enjoy the break. Alternatively, parents can join in selected events and enjoy them as a family. For further information and registration contact: Gary Bernstein. JCC Assistant Executive Director, 333 South 132nd Street. Omaha. NE 68164; (402) 334-8200.

JCC All-star basketball to have fanfiily night The Jewish Community Center Health Services Department is sponsoring a special AU-Star Basketball Family Night on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m.. in the JCC Gynmasium. This program will help raise money to send the JCC Senior High Blue-Star basketball team to the 1989 National Teenage Basketball Tournament in Miami, Fla., March 9-12. The Blue-Stars will be playing an all-star team from the JCC men's leagues consisting of Randy Endelman, Kyle Eichhom, Sandy Friedman, Dave Harkenr Phil Itkin, Tom Kirshenbaum, Harold Mann, Ira Nathan, Steve Nogg and Bary Zoob. At 7:30, another speciallyselected all-star team consisting of Randy Belmont, Mark Benedict, Mike Collier, Corey Kirahenbaum, John Knicely. Tom Law, Greg Lovette, Andy Robinson. Larry Richting and Bob Oudzinski will play the 1970-71 Nebraska Cornhusker National Champs

with Jerry List, Van Brownson, Jerry Tagge and Guy Engles. Playing for the Bhi»6tars are Scott Muskin, Larry Kirshenbaum, Matt Kirshenbaum, Eric Gilmore, Jeff Zacharia. Kevin Morrissey, J. J. Hubbard and Steve Oivner. During half-time of each game, a free-throw shooting contest will be held tot all boys and girls in kindergarten through high school. Trophies vriU be awarded to the first-, second- and thirdplace child who makes the most baskets. Spectators will also be able to obtain autographs from all the Comhuakera and oelebritiea. The coat for admission is t2.

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Beth El invites Jewish community to Toraii Weekend Beth El Synagogue extends an open invitation to the Jewish community to take part in the Torah Weeksnd starting tonight. Intamattonally known Jewish philosrahsr, Rsbbi Nail Gillmsn, wfll be ths fsatured speaker. Known for his "handa<m" approach to theology. Rabbi' Gillman will seek audience involvement in confronting the major theological queations, a Beth El spokesman said. "I try to get people to examine their own positions on Ufe's major questions and to feel more confident in their abilities to work on these issues," said Rabbi Gillman. Rabbi Gillman has spoken

to congregations across the country. He is completing a book on Jewish philosq[)hy to be published in the coming year. The first topic, "Rsvslstion: Did God Speak? If not, then what?" will be presented during services, Friday, Feb. 24, at 8:16 p.m. During services Saturday morning, Rabbi OiUman will focus on "Images of God: Graven or Metaphorical." Services will begin at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning, a breakfast will be served at 10 am., and Rabbi Gillman will discuas "The Good, the Bad and the Hereafter." Cost is $3.76. Call Beth El Synagogue. 663-3221, for reservations.

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Htrt are acme of the winnera of the aiiiina] Jewiah Book ApprecUtion conteat. rael); Grade IV Second Prize-Brian Siff (Temple Israel); Grade V First Prize-Brian Nogg (UTTO); Grade V Second Prize— Heathw Goldstein (Friedel); Grade V Third Prize-Melissa Katzman (Friedel); Grace VI First Prize—Lisa Coren (Temple Israel). In addition, Rachel Katskeei Grade III (UTTO). also won First Prize for a book jacket. Susan Silver, vice president of the Library Board, made the presentation. Judges were Rozanne Mil-

ner, Suzanne Singer, Amy Friedman, Julee Katzman, Cindy Schneider and Hollie Fineman. Other contest participants were: (Friedel Jewish Academy) Robin Birt, Shayna Denny, Gila Drazen, Rachel Eshelman, Ian Gerson, Stephanie Goldstein, Joshua Gonsher, Zack Gonsher, Adam Greenwald, Jamie Hamburg, Matthew

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Maccabiah games in |srael celebrate 'Bar Mitzvah' Since 1932, the Maccabiah Games liave been the pinnacle of Jewish sporting achievement. Every four years, Jewish athletes from the four comers of the world gather together in Israel to compete for sporting honors in events aa diverse as track and field, bas}cetball, water polo, football and gymnastics, to name but a few. Standards are high and the competition intense in what has become known as the "Jewish Olympics." The 13th Worid Maccabiah Games are scheduled for July 3-13, 1989 in Israel. More than 4,000 world-class athletes from 38 countries are expected to participate

in the games. The United States will field a delegation of more than 600 athletes, coaches and trainers. The Maccabiah Games are the third largest international competition and are recognized by the International Olympic Committee. In 1989, the Maccabiah will celebrate its Bar Mitzvah — 13th Maccabiah Games. The "coming of age" in Jewish tradition is a time of great significance, a time to strengthen ties and celebrate the continuity of a people. As part of the Maccabiah festivities, the 13th Maccabiah Games Organizing Committee invites youth from all over the

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UTTO Mock Wedding Siman Tov Umazal Tov Umozal Tov V'siman Tov. Those familiar words were sung recently culminating the "joining in eternal friendslilp (at leait for a day)" of Shoahana Wees and Jereoiy Friedman and Beth Goldberg and Joel Brookstein at a mock wedding as part of a United Tafanud Torah of Omaha anit of study in Margo Riekes' fourth-grade class on the Jewish Life Cycle. After studying about marriage and designing Ketubot, the class drew lots for their roles at the "wedding." In addition to the two sets of brides and grooms,, attendants were: Adam Frank, Adam Kutier, Andrea Friedman, Jodi Lemor, Danqy Paisow, Jeffrey Shapiro, Jason Ginaburg, Michael Kricsfeld, Andy Itldn, Cory Itldn, Allison Gordon, Laura Rifldn, Jennifer Kay, Ariella Mibier, Lindaay Parilman, Shayna Flatowicz, Jeff Shapiro, MichM Lemer, Lauren Zucka, Stephen Kotok, Andi Qutnik, David Golbitz, Maggie Jacobson, Jenina Sadofsky, Michelle Lee, Jason Hoberman and Cantor EUl Berkovits as the offidanL ParcoU and families of the fourth graders atteniied, along with grade

Judge overturns decision on zoning permit for shul NEW YORK (JTA) "Arbitrary" and "capricious" is how New York State Supreme Court Acting Justice Donald Silverman described a decision by the Town Board of Harrison, N.Y., to deny a zoning permit to a local Orthodox congregation. Silverman overturned the board's decision, allowing the congregants to conduct their Sabbath and holiday services in a large family room locat«d in the home of their rabbi. > The coDgragatioa, known as Young ISTMI of HarriMO and ronipoaed of approxi' mately 16 families, auocasafully contested the board's deciaion with the akl of at, toroeys provided by the National Jewish Commission

on Law and Public Affairs (COLPA). The synagogue had requested a special exception to a local residential zoning ordinance in order to conduct its Sabbath and holy day services within walking distance of its members' homes. The elected town board voted 3-2 against the project, citing what the court termed were "totally speculative" concerns over the poaalbility of traffic, noise, •anitatioa and safety probSQvMinan said that because of the ooDatitutiaaally protected status of the free ezerdee of religion, the board had an "affirmative duty tf> suggest maasuree which woukl allow raligioua

JCC schedules camp day Camp Jay-C-C is preparing for the 1989 summer season. Enrollment is limited in each age level, acto Chuck AmoU. campt Camp Registration Day wiD take place Feb. 26, from 1-3 p.m.. in the JCC Auditorium. Applications and brochurea will be availabla. A Camp Jay-C-C video will be alMMni akng with activitise for evarycne. Camp staff, committee mambara

and "Uncle " Chuck wiU be on hand to aaawar your queeticna, Each child algning up that day for Camp Jay-C<; will receive a camp t-ahirt. NAMKD DIBSCTOR NEWPORT NEWa Va. (JTA) - Barbara Roatov has bato 'named aiacvtive dincttar for the Unttad Jewish Comnanity-FedeTatlpa, •iwoiedinc Norman Oiakansky

By Susan Bimbaum NEW YORK (JTA) The opening of a Jewish cultural center in Moscow Sunday night was preceded by a flurry of statements by Soviet officials, signifying the lifting of decades-old restrictions on the expression of Jewish culture and the granting of official legitimacy to a viable Jewish life in the Soviet Union. The center, the first in the Soviet Union since the days of Josef Stalin, was attended by delegates from around the world, including Soviet ambassadors from the United States, Great Britain, Canada, France and Australia, as well as a group of Israeli diplomats. The Solomon Mikhoels center, most recently a movie theater near the center of Moscow, was addressed by Edgar Bronfman, president of the World Jewish Congress, and Nobei Peace laureate EUe Weisel. The theater was originally the Moscow Yiddish State Theater, of which Mikhoels was director. There was no formal greeting from the Soviet government, although a member of the Foreign Ministry's humanitarian affairs department and a member of the Cultural Ministry did attend the opening ceremoniee. Nevertheless, the last week saw again a change in how the Soviet Union is facing up to its past. Two Soviet historians denounced Soviet anti-Zionist cam-

paigning of the last twenty veors, comparing it with Nazi anti-Semitism. Sergei Rogov, who used to be a diplomat at the Soviet Embassy in Washington, and Vladimir Nosenko wrote an attack on this official anti-Semitism, saying it helped create the climate in which thousands of Jews have sought to emigrate. The historians also dted a virulent anti-Semitic article that was published in December in a reactionary journal, Nash Sovremennik. In writing this, they showed that the problem of antiSemitism remains very strong even under Mikhail Gorbachev. The Jewish Cultural Center, though certainly welcome, has not garnered rave reviews among Soviet Jews or their supporters in the West. But those who want something Jewish—of substance—in the Soviet Union, are quick to acknowledge this center as a first st^. "At the moment, it's all they've got," said Glenn Richter, national coordinator of the Student Strugi^e for Soviet Jewry. But Richter and others pointed out one ominous note, that the much-reviled Anti-Zioniat Committee of the Soviet Public has not been disbanded, despite promisee that it was. This fact tempered the optimism over the center and of the recent articles in the Soviet press supporting Jewish liife and aspirations.

JCC exhibit inspired by dance "Three Dimensions of Dance," an exhibit of dance inspired art works by Omaha artiata wiU be ahowinc in the Jewi«b CoBiBHinity ^Bter Gattwy Fab. W-March 23. TW asUbit wiU inchade paatel drawing by Mary JaM Krance, sealptttra by Al RhM and photographa by JfaB Wmiama. Tlia Qall«7 hours are: Mond^y-Tkunday. 8 a.m.10 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m.-5 pjoo.; Satttrdiqr, 1-7 p.nt., Vkd Sunday, 8:30 a.ai.-7 pja Adniiaiiaa to the show^ iagiafiasL WUaUia exhibit is being ahown, Ze'eva Cnkm and Danowa inn Naw Yorit wiD

present one performance only, March 18, 8 p.m., at the Je^dah Community Center. Call 33i-820Q for ticket infonaatioa IWa wfllbe a reception for artiste and danosra follewing tlw parfaraiaBoe. ELECTED CHAIRMAN NEW YORK (JTA) Mark Handafanan, executive vka piMtdsat of the New York Aaaodation for New Americana, baa be«n elected cbaiman of the board of tbe Natknal ImJ migrttion, Rahtgee and CitiiMaUp Forum, a^ooeading Nkbolaa DiMaixk*.

world, along with their families in parallel programs to join our celebration of the 13th Maccabiah. The participants will take part in a Bar and Bat Mitivah ceremony at the Western Wall with you from all over the world. They will join in the Opening and Closing Ceremonies of the Maccabiah Games, travel all around Israel and stay with an Israeli family. The organizers anticipate the very special atmosphere of the Bar Mitzvah Maccabiah is something the participants will never forget. The Organizing Committee of the 13th Maccabiah Games is offering two programs, both specifically designed for 12-14 year olds and their families. The programs will be organized according to age groups and no particular religious background is needed. Program A includes an aU inclusive tour of Israel.

Traveling as a group, the tour is fuUy structured from the first day, and specially designed to incorporate parent participation. The program is supervised by experienced leaders. Program B, "Your footsteps in the Maccabiah," is specially designed for parents who want to make their own holiday arrangements in Israel while giving their children a chance to take part in the 13th Maccabiah Games Bar Mitzvah celebrations. It allows the youth to join in the fun with youngsters from all ov^ the world at six special events,, while families relax and enjoy the break. Alternatively, parents can join in selected events and enjoy them as a family. For further information and registration contact: Gary Bernstein, JCC Assistant Executive Director, 333 South 132nd Street, Omaha, NE 68164; (402) 334-8200.

JCC All-star basketball to have family night The Jewish Community Center Health Services Department is sponsoring a special All-Star Basketball Family Night on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m., in the JCC Gymnasium. This program will help raise money to send the J(X) Senior High Blue-Star basketball team to the 1989 National Teenage Basketball Tournament in Miami, Fla., March 9-12. The Blue-Stars will be playing an all-star team from the JCC men's leagues consisting of Randy Endelman, Kyle Eichhom, Sandy Friedman, Dave Harken, Phil Itkin, Tom Kirshenbaum, Harold Mann, Ira Nathan, Steve Nogg and Bary Zoob. At 7:30, another speciallyselected all-star team consisting of Randy Belmont, Mark Benedict, Mike Collier, Corey Kirshenbaum, John Knicely, Tom Law, Greg Lovette, Andy Robinson, Larry Rkhling and Bob Dudzinski will play the 1970-71 Nebraska Cornhusker National Champs

with Jerry List, Van Brownson, Jerry Tagge and Guy Engles. Playing for the Blue-Stars are Scott Muskin, Larry Kirshenbaum, Matt Kirshenbaum, Eric Gilmore, Jeff Zacharia, Kevin Morrisaey, J. J. Hubbard and Steve Givner. During half-time of each game, a free-throw shooting contest will be held for all boys and girls in kindergarten through high school. Trophies will be awarded to the first-, second- and thirdplace child who makes the most baskets. Spectators will also be able to obtain autographs from all the Comhuakers and celebrities. The cost for admission is 12.

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PHOENIX - A Jewiah Scottadale rtantiarist, alleging anti-Saniitiam in the wori^lMe, ia suipg Oeco Ditig Inc. and two Oeco pbarmadsta fai tbe State Su' perior Court in Maricopa County. In hia dvil auit. filsd Dae. 90 by Meaa. Arts., attoraay Cbartee M. Sant^nida of Siater and SantaguUa, Lar ry LaboviU alkcsa Otat from July IS tbnngb Dae. 11, 1M7. whan ha waa a pharmaciat at Oeco atcce Na 2S44, 4980 N. Millar Road in Scottadale. Aris,. snti-8inii(ic ccnmsBta wave antared faito tbe store's computer ayatam nafxt to the nasMS ol Jewiah coatooMra LabovlU, 40, wbo now worka for another pbar

ma^, allegea that "codee had bean sntered" reflecting "adverae. profane and darogatory commwita regardkig the customere," such as "RSB" for "real aon-c(-a-bitch" as well as otbw comments including "that Jewiah people are cheap, " "lookout—bleed you dry," "Itali^ Jew— real RSB," and "i«al smart aaa." In additMO, LeboviU's auit claima, pharmaciat Carolyn Smith' "" aspreaaioBai Tthnlh* and d2ihira.aBdaMda^ tory and demeaning rematka rsgarding Jewa" in Lebovtta'a praaaoce. He alao claima tbat her superviaor, pharmaytot Witliam WaatlMrby, y, "bad had actual knowlsdlga tbat I tbatSMlH waa«igagta«iBi ic activUioa."

^ook contest awards made in Sunday ceremony at JCC The winners of the annual Jewish Book Appreciation Contest received tlieir prizeA at an awards ceremony and reception last Sunday at the Jewish Community Center. The contest was cosponsored by the Jewish Federation Library, the Friedel Jewish Academy, United Talmud Torah and Temple Israel Religious School as part of the celebration of Jewish Book Month which ended Dec. 11, 1988. To enter, a contestant had to either writ« a review or design a book jacket for any Jewish book of their choice. Children in grades kindergarten through sixth were eligible to compete. Prize winners were: Kindergarten First Prize—Jacob Katzman (Friedel); Kindergarten Second Prize—Stephanie Wilson (Friedel); Kindergarten Third Prize—Naomi Katskee (Friedel); Grade I First Prize—Julie Coren (Temple Israel); Grade I Second Prize—Mendel Kurland (UTTO);, Grade I Third Prize—Aaron Rich (Friedel); Grade II First Prize—Adam lUcb(Friedel); Grade II Second Prize—Annie Nogg (UTTO); Grade II Third Prize—Rachel Riekes (Friedel); Grade III First Prize—Ben Gonsher (Friedel); Grade III Second Prize—Jeffrey Katzman (Friedel); Grade III Third Prize—Rachel Shukert (Friedel). Grade IV First PrizeKaren Kazor (Temple Is-

Beth El invites Jewish j community to Torah Weelcend Beth El Synagogue ex- to congregations acroM the tends an open invitation to country. He is completing • the Jewish community to book on Jewish pluloaophy take part in the Torah to be published in the comWeekntd starting tonight. ing year. The first topic, "RevelaIntarmtiooally known Jewish phUoa<»hw, Rabbi Neil tion: Did God Speak? If not, Oilhnan, wUl be the featured then what?" will be presented during seryicee, speaker. Known for his "hand»on" Friday, Feb. 24, at 8:15 p.m. During services Saturday Hiproach to theology. Rabbi Gillman will seek audience morning, Rabbi Gillman wiU involveoMnt in confronting focus on "Images of God: the mijor theological ques- Graven or Metaphorical." tions, a Beth El spokesman Services will begin at 9:30 said. ajn. Sunday morning, a break"I try to get people to examine their own poaitions fast will be served at 10 on life's major questions a.m., and Rabbi Gillman will and to feel more confident in discuss "The Good, the Bad their abilities to work on and the Hereafter." Cost is these issues," said Rabbi $3.75. Call Beth El Synagogue, Gillman. Rabbi Gillman has spoken 553-3221, lot reservations.

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Here are some of the winners of the aumal Jewish Book Appreciation conteat rael); Grade IV Second Prize-Brian Siff (Temple Israel); Grade V First Prize-Brian Nogg (UTTO); Grade V Second PrizeHeather Goldstein (Friedel); Grade V Third Prize-Melissa Katzman (Friedel); Grace VI First Prize—Lisa Coren (Temple Israel). In addition, Rachel Katskee. Grade III (UTTO), also won First Prize for a book jacket. Susan Silver, vice president of the Library Board, made the presentation. Judges were Rozanne Mil-

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B'nai B'rith In a historic move, 38 leaders of the Moscow Jewish community have founded the first unit of B'nai B'rith in the Soviet Union. The unit was organized this month by a senior-level B'nai B'rith delegation headed by Seymour D. Reich, international preaident of B'nai B'rith, the world's largest Jewish or ganization. The B'nai B'rith leaders also met with high-ranking' Soviet officials representing the ministries of culture and foreign affairs, as well as Konstantin Kharchev, chairman of the Soviet state council on religious affairs. Deputy procurator general Vladimir Andreyev promised the group a full accounting of the Raoul Wallenberg case in the near future. He also pledged judicial cooperation regarding Nazi war criminals. According to Mr. Reich, Soviet authorities agreed to enact legislation setting specific limits to the length of time a citizen may be denied an exit visa on the grounds of state secrecy. Officieds also agreed to ease the requirement that all relatives must approve emigration. B'nai B'rith asked for the inunediate release of all refuseniks and a "systematic, substantial and sustained emigration process involving new applicants." ! Mr. Reich reported some progress on other issues in addition to emigration.

By Henry Stern

The Temple Israel Junior Choir, under the direction of Cantor Harold Fircatone, in conjunction with Temple ISTMI Sisterhood, performed at an Oneg at the Rose BhimHome. The choir memtiers were accompanied by Cantor Firestone on the piano, Jeff i Taxman on the guitar and special guest violinist, Mary Siref. Members of the choir' include Megan Adams, Adrienne Beigenfeld, Morgan Denny, Bedcy GokUierg, Heather Greene, Karen Razor, Ciiarley Landow, AH Lemer, Alex Lund, Louie Newman, Max Newman, Noah Siegel, Brian Siff, Larry Siref, Shawn Siref, Whitney Taxman, Paul Ulmer, and Glenn Wigodsky. Choir asuistants are Jennifer Javitch and Andy Wigodsky.

Jewish Agency seeks aliyah for emigrants By Cathrine G«raon JERUSALEM (JTA> The Jewish Agency said it would send a special emissary to Italy shortly to try to convince Soviet Jews in transit centers there to come to Israel. But some Soviet Jewry activists here do not think much of the idea. Jewish emigres from the USSR have been having

prolonge<l waits in Italy to obtain refugee status in order to enter the United States. The reason is that the number of refugee slots allocated by Congress failed to keep pace with the accelerated departure of Jews and othw emigrants from the Soviet Union last year.

tion officials in Ronie have denied refugee status to at least 179 Jews since last September. Hundreds of others are said to be waiting.

Next meeting is Feb. 28. Make a note that during Pesach, on April 11, we will meet at Beth El. Art Grossman will substitute for this writer who will be visiting family in Loe Angeles and Oakland. At the last meeting Herb Meiches discussed Omaha history—the founding fathers, the Indian treaty of 1864, the raihx>ad tycoons, the political scene of the times, the ferry boat across the Missouri in lieu of a bride. There were 10 separate railroad routes to Omaha at one time. On the forthcoming election for city offices, we discussed the pros and cons for several candidates. We reminisced about the packing houses in South Omaha, where Omaha had the largest group of ethnic people in the country; the demise of the Sun newspapers; Al Sorenson as mayor; the Creightons who started Creighton University. A healthy, tow chofesterol lunch was served; motzi by Abe Gendler, benschen by Keith PelU. Sally Venger

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