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Friedel Jewish Academy dedication on Aug. 16 The formal dedication ceremony to name the Jewish Day School of Omaha the Friedel Jewish Academy of Omaha will take place Sunday evening, Aug. 16, at the Red Lion Inn; According to Jerry Gordman, cochairman of the Friedel Jewish Academy, the entire community is invited to participate in the celebration. Highlight of the ceremony will be the unveiling of the new sign that will read "The Leonard L. and Phyllis J. Friedel Jewish Academy," he said. Mr. Gordman also announced that Cece Zorinsky will serve as honorary chairman. Pictured at the Billy Rose Sculpture Garden in Jerosalem in June of 1985 are Bert and Leonard Lewis.
Israel Mission to kickoff '88 campaign By Joanie Jacobson Federation public relations director Leonard Lewis, chairman of the Men's Division, and Bert Lewis, chairman of the Women's Division of the 1988 Federation Campaign, have announced plans for a community mission to Israel. The mission, part of a UJA (United Jewish Appeal) Study Mission to Israel, is scheduled for Nov. 211 and will officially begin a series of fundraising events to benefit the Jewish Federation of Omaha. "We are very excited about the mission to Israel," said Mr. Lewis. "It has been designed tor Omaha Jewish families, couples or individuals to visit or re-visit Israel at an affcntlable cost." "A trip to Israel. A Mission. That seems a most appropriate way to open the 1988 Campaign," added Mrs. Lewis. "As Jews in the world, we support iatemational as
well as local programs, and how fitting for as many of us as possible to see, first-hand, what we have accomplished and where the needs lie." "My first trip to Israel was one of the greatest travel experiences I've ever had," recalled Mr. Lewis. "History comes alive. The sharp contrast between old and new is (Continued on Page 2)
Center open July 3 The Jewish Community Center will be open for busines as usual today. All scheduled programs will be held, according to Gary Bernstein, JCC assistant director. The Health and Physical Education facilities will be open on July 4, 1-7 p.m., Mr. Bernstein said.
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Keynote speaker for the evening will be Chief Justice Norman Krivosha of the Nebraska Supreme Court. Announcement of the complete program will take place at a later date, it was said. The dinner is scheduled to start with a cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m., and the dedication ceremony will begin about 8:30 p.m. Dietary laws will be observed. In addition to Mr. Gordman, members of the Planning Committee include: Forrfest Krutter, co-chairman of the Academy, Michael Katzman, Margo Riekes, Howard Ruback and Edward Shafton. Information maybe obtained by calling the school at 402-334-0517.
Livingston Foundation gifts $10,000 for scholarships By Joanie Jacobson Federation Public relations director In direct response to an article in the May 29 issue of the Jewish Press, Jule Newman, president of the Board of Trustees of the Livingston Foundation, announced the establishment of the Livingston Scholaratu{iB. to be awarded in 1988 to Omaha Jewish youth. "The Livingston Foimdation is gifting $10,000 to the Jewish Federation of Omaha," explained Mr. Newman, Vto be" used for college scholarships, camp
Yale Richards Secretory/Counsel, Livingston Foundation
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Jole M. Newman President Livingston Foundation Board of Trustees
Justice Nomum and Helens Krivosha, Beverly Franklin presenting the award to Dr. Kntler, and Keimit Hansen designating Dr. Kutler as a Nebraska ambassador.
Jungle sounds, perils, do not sway Omaha dentist By Morris Maline Dr. Sol Kntler was testing in a makeshift bunk in the Amazon jungle when the generator providing electricity stopped. He looked at the sky through the open roof, wondered about the poisonous snakes, tarantulas, scorpions, and said to himself, "What's a nice Jewish boy doing in a place like this?" This is how he described one of his globe-trotting experiences to the more than 300 who attended a dinner in his honor June 25 at Beth Israel Synagogue. Sponsored by AMIT Women, the event was held to present Dr. Kutler with the Humanitarian award. After metsages of congratulations were read and a number of notables praised Dr. Kutler for providmg dental services to the needy of many countries on three continents in a Rotary International program he has participated in since 1973, Dr. Kutler responded: ' "I was a poor boy growing up in Council Bluffs, so poor that I sneaked under a blanket in the back seat of a car to save the five cent toll required to cross the bridge into Omaha," Having been deprived of travel in childhood. Dr. Kutler said that he responded to the Rotary program not only to
help people, but as a way to see the world. "My wife, Cherie, came along with me on most of the trips and she shared the benefit of 'luxury' travel: stench, filth, disease and poverty." *-" The real reason for his concern for people. Dr. Kutler.said, came from his late parents. "They were immigrants, and they were the bravest, most courageous people who ever lived, sacrificing their Uves so that I could enjoy mine... whenever I see a stranger, my heart goes out to them, and I say to my parents 'thank you for having me.' " Norman Krivosha, chief justice, Nebraska Supreme Court, said that the life of Dr. Kutler exemplifies the finest in the Jewish tradition and added, "We have a blessed man among us." Former governor Bob Kerrey quipped that it's unusual for a 'dentist' to become humanitariem of the year, and then added that Dr. Kutler's willingness to serve his fellow man proves that there's something out there in this world worth living for. Dr. Kutler's brother, Benton, said that "Sol was motivated by love of his fellow man," and explained that this love was instilled by their parents.
Rabbi Myer S. Kripke, rabbi emeritus, Beth El Synagogue, referred to Dr. Kutler as "a man of mitzvah" for carrying his professional skill to so many parts of the world. Rabbi Isaac Nadoff of Beth Israel Synagogue said that he was reminded of the Sabbath prayer recited when the Torah is returned to the Ark, the prayer which says that God looks with favor upon those who help others. Serving as nnaster of ceremonies, Alan Goodman read a number of messages including best wishes from President Reagan, y.S. Senator David Kames, Rep. Hal Daub. Mr. Goodman reminded the audience that the dinner had been scheduled originally for March, and then read a message written by the late U.S. Senator Ed Zorinsky. Others participating in the program were Charlotte Kaplan and Beverly Franklin, co-chairmen; Sylvia Ross, president, Kalah Franklin chapter; Georgia Ann Steinberg, president, Hatikvah chapter, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Levey, who made a presentation to a Tel Aviv high school in Dr. Kutler's honor, Rabbi Alexander Katz who recited the blessing of the bread. Cantor Leo Fettman, Grace after meal, and Kermit Hansen, past president of Suburban Rotary. See related story on page 2.
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