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NEBRASKA STATK K I S T U I U C A L SOCISTZ L i n c o l n , Kataraaka
W 1 6 1962
Vol. XI,—No. 32
Publication Office, 101 No. 20t)i Onmha, Nebraska, Pliono 312-13G0
Mrs. Joseph Guss Appeals for Thorough Coverage The fate of the Women's Division Jewish Philanthropies Appeal now rests with the "front line t r o o p s — some *J0O volunteers," Mrs. Joseph Guss, chairman of the Wornen's Division declared this week in an appeal to the c a m p a ign workers to "do your duty to the community and to the J e w i s h people — and do Mrs, Gtiss it now." 300 Volunteers "Now that the major function of the Women's Division is over, and has proved a great success following the unforgettable appearance of Dr. Sachar, we face the problem of complete coverage. Every Jewish woman in Omaha will ho seen and asked to help, generously, in this campaign for saving lives," Mrs, Guss stated. "The outcome of the campaign d e p e n d s upon our frontline troops, — some 300 volunteers, who must see all their prospects, with all possible speed, nnd bring the key message of this year's drive to them. I appeal to all our volunteers: Do your duty to the community and to the Jewish people,—and do it now. See all your prospects without delay, and urge them to give the necessary increases which will enable the United Jewish Appeal to bring Jews into safety and security." Urges Generous Response Mrs. Guss also issued a special plea to the women of Omaha to respond with the generosity, which is most urgent and essential. "We, Jewish women of Omaha, are now busily preparing for the Holiday of Freedom, Passover. At this time, we remember that our forefathers were slaves in Egypt, and fled from Egypt into freedom. Today, millions of Jews are "captives," and as if by a miracle, they are in a position to escape now into freedom. Now, und possibly not have another chance. Only our moneys will enable them to get out and find freedom and new life in Israel nnd elsewhere. Please respond,
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UJA Special Fund Unforseen—but fortunate circumstances—has made possible a vast increase of immigration into Israel, Isadore M. Tretiak. I n i t i a l Gifts Chairman of the J e w i s h Philant h r o pies Campaign, stated today, in outlining the problem f a c e d by the U n i t e d Jewk.li Appeal. V . . f . . ...^.— d "M o r e r e f ugnes are flowing TrWialc into Israel this year—month by month—than have come into the State in years. Doors long closed to persecuted Jews — in countries that cannot be named—are open now, and Jews are streaming into Israel in vast numbers," Mr. Tretiak said. .Special ItcsciiR Fund These circumstances, Mr. Tretiak explained, have made necessary a Special Campaign by the United Jewish Appeal, of $35,000,000, in addition to the regular programs.. The objective in the campaign is to save hundreds of thousands of oppressed Jews, through the Special Campaign. We can do BO only through our hearts and with our pocketbooks. Grave Responsibilities "As chairman of the Initial Gifts Division I am aware of the serious and grave responsibilities of our Division. Since we cannot make publicly known the extent of the crisis, it will be necessary to bring this story to all prospects in our division by word of mouth," Mr. Tretiak said. Evidently, American Jewry Is meeting this challenge. Reports which we have been receiving from other communities indicate that Jews are making a special effort, and even special sacrifices in this year's campaign. Campaigns are meeting their goals. V/e hope that Omaha Jewry will understand the urgency and seriousness of the task faced by the United Jewish Appeal in the gigantic rescue program, and will respond with the greatest generosity.
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and let your response be generous. The needs are very great, and the stakes are for lives. Please give more, and save more lives," Mrs. Guss said.
S.-N. Wolf Warned Center Site Chairman The appointment of Samuel N. Wolf as chairman of the Community Center Site Committee was announced • ] by E r n e s t A ' Nogg, J e w i s h •% , Federation President. "For s e v e r a l years now," Mr Nogg said, "the Federation Boar Federation Board has beonj giving considera-i tion to relocation! of the J e w i s h bum N. Wolf Community Center building into an area where it will be able to serve the community more effectively. "To implement this program, a special committee on Community Center Site is being appointed, with the object of locating a suitable site in a geographic area, where the Center could be accessible to the members of our community. "I am glad to announce that Samuel N. Wolf has accepted the chairmanship of this s p e c i a l committee, which is now in formation. We look forward to progress in this direction." Mr. Wolf has served as a m e m b e r of the Federation Board, Budget Committee for many years. He was General Chairman of the 1959 Jewish Philanthropies Campaign, and has been active in community and civic activities.
Dramatic Club Flans Yiddish Members of the Workmen's Circle Dramatic Club will present their annual play in Yiddish, a four act melodrama, "Parents Problems" on Sunday night, April 22 at 8:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center. The Club has held plays featuring home talent for 32 years, Louis Witkin, play director, stated. Tickets at 75 cents each may be secured at the box office.
Pay lamp The 19G2 Jewish Community Center Day Camp will open its season, Monday, June IS with the site at Peony Park, Harry Sidman, Center chairman, announced this week. Two, two week sessions will 1)0 held. The first |x:riod will begin on Monday, June 18 and end on Friday, June 29. The second will run from Monday, July 2 to Friday, July 13. Day camp is for c h i l d r e n through ages six to twelve. The children will be transported to tho camp site by buses. Local pick-up sites will be available on registration, Tlie camp program will be administered by Center Professional staff members and experienced college and high school counselors under the direction of Seymour Seitchick, Center Physical Education Director. Miss Besse Blank, camp secretary, will be in charge of registration. Literature and registration blanks will be sent out soon. The camp program will consist of wholesome hot lunches and daily milk calls. Dietary laws will be observed with religious services on Friday. Activities will be swimming, both Instructional and free, arts and crafts, athletics, campcraft, music, singing, group gnmes, journalism, unit activities, nature lore, dramatics, camping, dancing, hiking, trips and cookouts. •High school senior boys and college students interested in counselor positions should contact Cy Seitchick or Hesse Blank at the J. C. C. 342-13G6, for application.
For 'ililz' Drive The General Men's Division of the Philanthropies Campaign is in the height of its program for an effective and speedy operation, Alvin Abramson, General Men's Chairman, announced today. Intensive Preparations All captains and workers in the Division will meet this Sunday morning, April 15, at 9:30 a.m., at the Ranch Bowl, to launch what promises to be an outstanding performance in the Men's Division. Intensive preparations have been made to simplify procedure, and to insure a most effective c a m p a i g n , Abramson said. "On behalf of the Jewish Community of Omaha, and the many agencies included in the Philanthropies Campaign, I want to express sincere thanks and appreciation to all men who have responded to our call, and have volunteered to work in this campaign," Abramson stated. Share In Aiding "This is the opportunity that we, free men enjoying the blessings and liberties of America, have to share with those who still languish behind all kinds of curtains, who now have the chance to escape into Israel. "In a d d i t i o n , the one gift which each man gives to the campaign, p r o v i d e s for the needs of some 75 agencies and institutions, all vital to Jewish life, humanity, and to everyone of us individually," Abramson urged. See list of workers on page 2.
Youth Council Names Captains Captains of the Youth Council Division of the Jewish Philanthropies were announced this week by co-chairmen Irene Sabes and Steve Marcus, The c a p t a i n s are Harold Schneider, AZA No. 1; C a r l Riekes, AZA No. 100 Steven Kaplan, Rayim; Susan Katzman, Ian, Rayim Susan Katzman, Hevrah; S a n d r a Parilman,
Ediar; Gail Render, Rohanue; Lora F r e e m a n , Independent Girls; Robert Slusky, Independent Girls. Miss Sabes and Marcus declared "We hope to do more than just our share, we want to do the most we can and with the assistance of these capable captains, the division will go over the top."
ifh Your Aid to the UJA Some 50,000 Jews will be observing their first Passover in Israel this year, Robert M. Teinberg, General Chairman of the 1902 Jewish Philanthropies Campaign reported today. "These 50,000 Jews, men,
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"The 50,000 Jews," Mr. Feinberg emphasized, "is against an estimate of some 20,000 Jews who were expected. "Atcually, due to fortunate circumstances, more Jews were able to escape
from countries of oppression and discrimination. Two and a half times more have arrived than were expected. "This influx has created a tremendous problem, and Omaha Jews are asked to help with
this problem. The absorption of these many refugees is an immediate and sacred responsibility which Omaha Jews must share. Our help must be generous jn this crisis," Mr. Feinberg said.