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'J'ho Initial Gifts Division of tlie l!l(il> Philanthropic:; eamlKii;rri v.ill liold its campaign dinner meeting Wednr-ndav, May <!. at G:::o p.m. at the Highland West Club, Micky Kurpinsky, Initial Gilts Associate Chairinan. announced this week. I.ipsky, (iiicst Speaker 'We are very fortunate to have Elea/.ar Lipsky as the jjuest speaker for our meeting," Mr. Krupiii.sky said. "He is one of America':; most prominent Jewish leaders, and the son of tlic distinguished Jewish leader, Louis Lipsky. (See page 41. Kleazar Lipsky's t l i o r o u j; h knowledge of Jewish affairs and his unusual gifts as a platform orator, will provide an unforgettable experience for the men
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attending the initial gifts dinlicr," Mr. Krupinsky said. A leading New York City attorney, Mr. I.ipsky is president ol the world-wide Jewish Telegraphic Agency, which gathers •ind disseminates Jewish news throughout the world. He is also an author of -several best sellers, which were made into motion pictures. Special Urgency In urging attendance at the Initial Gifts Dinner. Mr. Kmpinsky issued the following statement to the workers and members in the division: "I am sine you know of (tic misfortune that befell our JeuIsli community ami particularly the campaign workers, hy the loss of out- dedicated Kalah
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memory by Hul.iin: tills campaign a most successful one. U'e mnst lend our sliutildfi-s - to the task of completing the campaign as though she were still uilh us, giving us her firm and yet gentle prodding and eneoiiragemeiit." Goal—$508,000 The campaign goal is $508,000, which is the minimum tliat must he reached if local services are to continue properly and the community is to he served effectively. "Unless funds are raised to cover the $40,000 deficit incurred last year, our local services will be severely hampered," said Mr. Knipinsky.
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It is impoviiblc to telescope an association of almost ','() years into a statement of condolence to the family and the community on tin; passing of Kalah Franklin. The -wound is deep; the loss i:> severe; the heart aches for a "true daughter of Israel" whose life's concern and all-consuming fervor was to serve humanity, and particularly her own people. The history of the Jewish community of Omaha; its local achievements, its accomplishments in the holy tasks of bringing succor and rebuilding of 'Jewish lives everywhere on God's earth, is inextricably intertwined with the Life and Deeds of Kalah Franklin. Kalah was efficient, understanding, devoted; a perfectionist in every respect; but above all, she was an understanding frlt'Ci! whose loyalty end support knew no hounds or limits throughout the three decades of our association. Kalah left our community a legacy, to continue working for the betterment of our community. Let us join in the fulfillment of this legacy. "May the memory of Ihc righteous person, Kalah, lie for a blessing." PAUL VERET, Executive Director Omohn Jewish Federation
An empty desk, a silent phone, are the grim reminders • that Kalah Franklin will never more return to her familiar place at the Jewish Community Center. Those of us who were privileged to be her co-workers view the void in disbelief. We cannot conceive of the Center : without Kalah. She had at her fingertips the knowledge of every facet of, Federation activity. All questions came to her and none went unanswered. We knew her as friend and advisor, a dynamo ol energy and.dedication, and now she is no more. During the weeks of the peak philanthropies activity, she knew no rest. She was at her tleak -when we came in the morning and remained there for long hours after we left at the end of the day. She worked long hours without complaint, communicating to all of us the sense of urgency she felt about the importance of the annual drive, Even during these last months when her physical nppenrance betrayed her assurance that she was "feeling fine," Kalah could not ease the pace she had maintained for so many years. From her hospital bed she phoned to give advice and encouragement to those who were trying to carry on the work which had been hers. Each conversation ended with her apology for "letting us clown" when there was BO much work to be done. And now she will be witli us no more. She will be missed because she cannot be replaced. We mourn that she has left :: us so soon, but give thanks for the years she spent with us, We know she would not want our energies spent in weeping. It would have been her wish that we carry on the work which was her life for EO many years. So it will be. We will not "Jet her down." Wo lock iicr efficiency and her tireless dedication, but we are motivated by our desire to pay tribute to her memory in the way--which would have been most meaningful to her, and we will try. We can do no more; we must do no less I THE CENTER STAFF
The future ol the !)r. Slier Home, the Esther K. Newmu.ii Camp and the many activities and services housed in the Jewish Community Center depend on our response to this campaign," Mr. Knipinsky added. In addition, national and overseas needs have increased considerably, which necessitated Keltim; this r:im|>:ii;*n objective, Mr. Krupinsky explained. Chairmen Robert M. Feinberg is general campaign chairman; Mau/ rice Gilmore heads the entire 'initial Gifts division; Stanley Perimeter is chairman of the Young Executives division; and Alex Weinstein leads the General Men's division.
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An over-flowing crowd packed munity. All of us will suffer by of Jewish Women's Clubs was mailed this week to the women the Jewish Funeral Home on her untimely death." Snrivors include her brother, of the community expressing Sunday, April 21, 19G6, to pay Morris J. Franklin of Omaha. their sorrow and sense of loss. ' their last respects to Miss Kalah Memorial Fund Franklin, age 50, who passed A letter from the Federation Contents of the letter follow; away Saturday evening. FEDEKATION OF JEWISH WOMEN'S CLUBS Executive secretary of the 1(11 North 20lh St., Omaha, Nebraska Ornahn Jewish Federation, Mis.s Franklin had been a member of April 27, 19GC DEAR FRIENDS: the J.C.C. staff for more than 27 years. She served as director The untimely passing of Kalah Franklin, Executive Secretary of the Federation of Jewish Women's Clubs, since its inof the Federation of Jewish ception, and the Director of the Women's Division of the JewWomen's Clubs and advisor to ish Philanthropies for some 27 years, has saddened our entire the Women's Divisions of the community. a n n u a l Philanthropies camWe women of Omaha, who for many-years have worked paigns. An officer of Mizrachi with Kalah, are deeply grieved as we suddenly realize that Women, Miss Franklin was also Kalah is with us no more. a member of B'nai B'rith WomWe will miss Kalah sorely, To us she was an inspiration, en and the- Older of the Eastern a guide, a teacher, a leader, and the very embodiment of Star. service to humanity. In her noble way she kept up our faith In his eulogy, Rabbi Myer S. and spirit, and infused endless and boundless energy into our Kripke noted, "In one way or projects and undertakings. anotliLT, Kalah touched the life Therefore, to help uiislaiue and perpetuate- her life and of every member of the comachievements, we arc establishing an appropriate Memorial Fund. . This will be done through the voluntary expression of the women of Omaha, Contributions should be sent to: Kalah Franklin Memorial Fund 101 North 20th Street Omaha, Nebraska G8102 i Contributions will be properly acknowledged. In the years ahead we will miss her vision, devotion, and consecration! From failing hands she passed the Torch of Humanity to us, the women of Omaha. Let us carry on in the spirit which she implanted within us. Sincerely, Mrs. Abo C. Fellman, President Past Presidents: Mines. Dave Cohn, Harry Sidman, Lloyd Friedman, Edward E. Brodkey, Harold P. Farber, Ernest A. Nogg, Louis Kulakofsky, Moe A. Vengcr and Joe M. Rice. K.ilalt Franklin For more than twenty seven years Kalah Franklin served our community with unswerving devotion. So close was her association with all activities of our federation that we can not visualize it without her. There are few indeed who have evoked in so many such deep nffaction, and regard. Kalah's sure knowlegde, her sensitive insight, her quick smile,.her profound dedication—these are qualities that make her memory bright. She was utterly absorbed in her work and was thinking of it during her last conscious hours. Kalah never consulted her own self-interest but found fulfillment in serving her community. She was, it seemed, a timeless and constant spirit whose presence was always needed nnd felt, Her death is nn irreparable loss not only to the many who, worked with her and loved her but to the entire community. MILTON ABRAHAMS, President Omaha Jewish Federation
Jewish Orphans Lost to Judaism TEL AVIV (ZINS)-At least 10,000 Jewish orphans who were brought up in Christian homes during the Nazi rampage, have not returned to the faith of their forefathers. This is the conclusion arrived at by authorities studying the various documents dealing with the holocaust, The) orphans, reared as Christians, have now reached adulthood and there is doubt whether they aro aware of their true origin,