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SERVING NEBRASKA AND IOWA SINCE 1920 Vol. LXIX No. 45 Omaha, Nebr.
Foundation selects Sheldon Bernstein By Clauditt Sherman Foundations public relations director Former Omahan Sheldon A. Bernstein has been api)ointed endowment director of The Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Omaha, announced Norman Veitzer, chairman of the board of trustees. "Mr. Bernstein brings a wealth of experience to the job," noted Mr. Veitzer. With more than 40 years of public accounting experience, Mr. Bernstein's most recent experience is as partner and vice presi. dent with Wachbrit, GroU, Freedman & Bernstein of Beverly HiUa, CaUf. He has been with the company since 1986. As chairmtm of the Rotary International Paul Harris Foundation Committee of the Century City (California) Rotary Club, Mr. Bernstein was affiliated with oqe of the UrgMt privately funded charitable and educational foundations in the world. In ,1990, more than $140,000,000 waa awarded
by the Harris Foundation, benefitting people - in 60 nations. He has also served as president of the Nebraska Society of CPAs, t^he Omaha Estate Planning Council, and the Beverly Hills Estate Planning Council. "We are privileged to have MT. Bernstein join The Foundation staff," remarked Mr. Veitzer. "His strong background in estate planning in both Omaha and Beverly Hills will be a big boost to our efforts. Mr. Bernstein's roots are in Omaha, and on behalf of The Foundation's board, I'd like to welcome him back with open arms. I think he will help us achieve our goals of increasing the assets of The Foundation. Our community needs are ever growing, and it is essential that The Foundation be positioned to meet these needs." Mr. Bematein and his wife, LiOnie, are expected to be in Omaha by Sept. li when he will be aaauming his new position.
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Provides sanctuary By Hugh Orgel TEL AVIV (JTA)Israel will allow 12 nonjewish Iranian refugees who sought asylum here after the Persian Gulf War to remain until another country of refuge can be found. The Iranians, who have been held in detention for illegal entry here, are to be released shortly and will be allowed to seek employment and live with Israelis of Iranian origin until another country grants them asylum. The Interior Ministry hqd ordered their detention and deportation upon their arrival here. Their impending release follows a petition to the High Court of Justice on their behalf by the Association for Civil Rights in Israel. The petition claimed the detainees were members of the Mujaheddin-Khalq organization, which agitates against the Islamic regime in Iran. They were all caught and tortured, and fled to Iraq only to find themselves caught up in the Gulf war. They fled to Jordan and then made their way to Israel, slipping across the border into the Negev north of Eilat. But before the scheduled High Court hearing, the state attorney and Interior Ministry agreed to free them, provided the expulsion orders against them remain in force and they agree to leave Israel as soon aa another country agrees to grant them asylum.
Harvesting friendship Rabbi Aryeh Azriel ahows Isabella Hughes, a member of the AME Bethel Church, a Torah at Temple Isr^ Mrs. Hughes was one of about 75 people who attended a dinner at Temple Israel to celebrate the garden project the two congregations started in May. Many Bethel members had their first taste of matsah ball soup and chopped Uver. Tike first harvest is planne|i for late July.
Smitli charges sale unfair to Israel WASHINGTON (JTA) —Rep. Larry Smith (DFla.) laahed out at the recent $4 million sale of United Press International to a London-based company owned by the brother-inlaw of the king of Saudi Arabia. Smith implied that the transfer of UPl ownership to the Middle East Broadcasting Center makes it unlikely the international news organization will be free te cover Israel and other politically volatile issues in a fair manner. "Saudi Arabia has no
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The Bureau for the Aging has announced that plans te form a support group for adult children of aged parents, spouses, or any family member needing guidance, are under way. This Is in direct response to requesU from members of the community, the announcaroent stated. Shaoo Kotok, director of social aorvices, explained that the purpoos is to help, whether dealing with the problema of a new or proepsctivo roaidenl of the nursioc borne or the needs of people in private rotidance. "The aupport group, under the leadership of a proltssional facilitator, provides an auhange of kleaa and opportunitwe to both Ustan and speak to
others with similar responsibilities. Concerns sharud by such a group are often eased in such a setting," Mrs. Kotok said. The group will meet weekly dn Tuesday evenings, 7:30 p.m., at the JCC, beginning Aug. 11. "Enrollment will be limited, so intereated parties are urged to call as soon as possible," she added Mrs. Kotok also plans to add a compankw program. The'sooond group will be "unlimited in number, meeting rogulsrly to haer s speaker with axpsriiee In subjects on apng, followed by diacuaaioa." To r*^«ter for rtthw Potash at »d<Mil7'i,
free press. Every ftewspaper is censored by the government," said Smith in a statement. "Under Saudi ownership, would UPI give fair coverage to Israeli elections or Islamic fundamentalists, or any topic distasteful to Saudi royally'/"' An information officer at the Saudi Embassy said the company is private and the government would have no influence, .over UPI's operation. Meanwhile, Steve Geimann, executive editor and executive.vice president of UPI, sharply refuted Smith's suggestions.
Synagogues vandalized By Gil Kexwer TORONTO (JTA)-Three synagogues here were vandalized in what was seen as a reaction to the arrest of white supremacist Tom Metzger, 54, and his son, John, 24, on charges of violating' immigration laws that bar entry into the country of anyone likely to incite racial hatred. The elder Metzger is leader of the CaUforniabaded White Aryan Resistance and former grand dragon of the California Ku Klux Klan. The Metzgers came ^ Canada to address a claq destine meeting of Toron io's racist Heritage Fronti
B'nai Israel hosts Shabbat retreat B'nai Israel Synagogue will hold a retreat on July 25 at the Calvin Crest Retreat Center overlooking the Platte River south --' Fremont, Neb. Prssidf— '•'"-•" KennKR noted ll< loguguv is in a (M'l iiHi i» growth and self-definition and that the retreat will allow the entire congregation and friends to reflect on thees devokipaMnU in a relaxed aettlag. Rabbi ShM^ Shulowiu will load a morning ssrvkw. afternoon Torah discusaion and svening Havdalah. Ample free time will bo available for walking or
conversation with new and old friends, the announcement slated. A swimming pool is ' ihle and planned acii's for small children will be provided, a spokeamsn said. Concluding actJvitiao include a potluck dinner, folkiwed by Havdalah "under the stars." Ms. Fennick sUted that "the entire conununity is invited to attend what promiaaa saa to be a wonderful day spiration and rellcci For InfoniMition call kUUalH Marcus. 5ft3-69a8. orritagH Brown, 341-1931