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Temple appoints cantor Past president Bob Freeman and the Board of Trustees announce the appointment of Erik L. F. Contzius as full-time cantor for Temple Israel. Cantor Contzius will assure his duties at Temple on July 1. Mr. Freeman commented, *We are pleased to have found a cantor of Erik's caliber In addition to a strong, full baritone voice, Erik's evident enthusiasm for his work is refi-eshing and invigorating. "Vie anticipate he will contribute a unique perspective and add a new dimension to our worship services." Cantor Contzius earned his Master of Cantor Contsiiu Sacred Music degree and itoria! investiture from Hebrew Union CollegeJewish Institute of Religion School of Sacred Music this May. During his years as a cantorial candidate, I Cantor Contzius served as a cantorial intern for Temple Emanu-EI In Westfield NJ and as a student cantor at Sinai Reform Temple in Bay Shore, NY and HUC-JIR in Jerusalem In 1991, Cantor Contzius received his bachelor's [degree fix>m Rutgers College, with a mcuor in psychology and a minor in music. While pursuing that degree. Cantor Contzius spent his junior year at the University of York in York, England where he organized the York University Glee Club and performed with several groups as both choral member and soloist (Continued on page4)
Ben Wiesman honored
Fellman, Kboper Trusts help 13 students
The Mid-America Council, Boy Scouts of America, will honor Benjamin D. Wiesman, chairman and chief executive officer of Wiesman Howard M. Kooper, a Trustee of the Bruce M. Development, for his Heritage Membership June Fellmkn and the Robert H. and Dorothy G. Kooper 20 at the annual Citizen of the Year banquet. Mr. Wiesman is an Eagle Scout and has served Charitable Foundation Trusts has announced that . on the Boy Scout Board I scholarship grants have been awarded to 13 of Trustees sine 1980. In Omaha area college students which will assist 19,89, he was honored with the 'Silver Beaver," them M^th their college education. the highest award that a Chosen for these 1995-96 scholarships are local Boy Scout Council Andrew Altman, University of Kansas; Derek can give to a volunteer Altman, University of Nebraska at Omaha; Jay leader. He is currently Benton, University of Nebraska at Omaha. serving on the Executive Also, Vlada BubUkova, Creighton University; Committee as chairman Julia Demidovich, .Creightoh University; Caren of the Investment com-1 Friedman, Washington University; Holly mittee. Friedman, University of Nebraska at Omaha; Joe He is ialso president of I Homstein, Colorado State University; Dina Kogan, the Jewish Press; a Brandeis University; Regina Lewald, Indiana member of Methodist I University. Hospital board of direc^n Wieaman Also, Paula McCreight, University of Nebraska tors; and Chancellor's Advisory Council, University of Nebraska at Omaha. at Omaha; Melanie Meyers, University of Mr. Wiesman is past president of Beth El Nebraska at Omaha; and Ella Patkovskyay,' Synagogue, Beth El Men's club. Cerebral Palsy University of Nebraska at Omaha. Association, and vice president of Central States The Bruce M. Fellman Charitable Region United Synagogue of America. Foundation Trust was created in memory of He has served numerous civic, cultural and Bruce M. Fellman, son of Tom and Darlynn charitable organizations, including the Chamber of Commerce President's Advisory Board, City of Fellman, after his untimely death while attending Omaha Urban Development Board, Cjrstic Fibrosis George Washington University and participating Foundation, YMCA, Creighton Jaybackers, United in the University of Pittsburgh's Semester at Sea. The Robert H. and Dorothy G. Kooper Way of the Midlands, Benefactor of Joslyn Art Museum, Boys Club of Omaha, the Salvation Charitable Foundation Trust was created in Army, National Conference of Chriatians and Jews, memory of Robert H. and Dorothy G. Kooper, parand ADL Heritage committee. He is a charter ents of Howard M. Kooper, in order to further the member of Massachusetts Institute of Technology secondary education for Omaha area college stuCenter for RÂŤal Estate Development, Boston. dents.
Rueben Lippett will never forget May 5,1945 By Morris Maline ( Editor's Note: Parental caution is advised since some of the information in the following [story may not be suitable for children who are not familiar with the Holocaust) It was eight o'cIoc\ in the morning when Col. Reardon said, lippett, come with me.* 1 had no idea why my commanding ofScer selected me from all the staff at division headquarters, but in a short while - I found out," Ruben Lippett, said in a recent interview. At the time, Capt Lippett served as regimental communications officer of the Tlst Infantry Division which had reached the village of Gunskirchen on its battle march from Bitche, France to Steyr in Austria. This was toward the end of World War II and in the 92 days that the Tlst took part in battle, the division moved 1,060 miles, captured almost 80,000 prisoners and moved the farthest east of any lAmerican troops in Europe. More than SO years have passed since Capt. Lippett changed from military dress into civilian clothes and much of that period's history has faded from memory. 'But, ni never forget May 6, 1946, thafs the day the 71at Uberated Gunskirchen ... Col. Reardon knew I was Jewish so he had me ride in his Jeep to the camp which had been liberated a few hours earUar. *He didn't tell me what to expect, but when we drove about 10 miles, I said, "Whafs that horrible
Rueben Lippett shows his Army photo He recalled with difGculty all of the awful sights, sounds and smells of that day, and said he still couldn't believe the terrible deprivation he witnessed. Mr. Lippett's recollection of those days was reinforced recently when he and his wife, Louise, joined other veterans of the 71st and returned to Gunskirchen for a reunion with lurvivors from many countries. He brought back with him a history of the 71st, a historical report from the current mayor of Gunskirchen and other documents relating to this time period. A summary of this material follows: As the war was coming to an end, Mauthausen, *Wa wsre about two miles from the camp, farmer created in 1938 to provide slave labor for the granInmatas were wandering about, hundreds were ite quarries snd considered one of the most brutal dead on tha nwd ... there was oonAiiion, turmoil, camps in tha Nasi system became the tomb for thousands of those who protested the Naxis in mrvivon, troops. *My first raaetioa was, 1 cant believe tiuy could many countries, Holland, Ciechoslovakia, and do this to people. I knew at this time that moat of manyotiMn. ^ dead and Daardead ware Jowt,* Waves of Jaws ware tmnsfirrsd to Mauthausen
in 1944 and 1946. The camp became overcrowded and tens of thousands of Hungarian Jews were sent from slave labor battalions to the subcamps of Mauthausen at Ebensee, Gusen and Gunskirchen. An estimated 17,000 prisoners were marched from the tent camp at Mauthausen and from otho" subcamps to Gunskirchen — a three-day journey with little food, water, or rest This journey has been described as Ihe death inarch of the Hungarian Jews." Those who could not keep up were shot on the spot, mass graves for the victims are along the route, and once in the camp, prisoners were forced to exist with useless sanitary facilities, little or no water and hardly any food. There was one report of the flesh and internal organs being ripped from a dead horse for food. Before the Americans arrived, the SS commandant had sent a letter under a white flag to the American commander. The letter said the SS were under orders to lock all inmates into the huts, barricade them shut, and bum the camp to the ground. The SS offered to spare the lives of the victims if the Americans let the guards escape. The request was granted and thousands of the almost-dead were given a chance at life. Mr. and Mrs. Lippett met some of the survivors on their recent trip, and one of them, a man frtm New York City, came up to Mr. Lippett, draped him in his arms and said. Thank jrou for sarinf my life." One can understand why Mr. lippett will never forget May 5,1946. General Willard Wyman ordered the publicatioQ of a booklet, 'The Seventy-First Came to Gunskirchen Lager," and wrote the following tarward: The damning evidence against tha Nasfs, found at GunsUrcfaen Lager, is being neonlad (TTimtlnnnd nn pi^ 0
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; AnneliM Marie Ocanto, daughter of Dra. Romer Dcanto and Lourdes Secola-CVanto, wilj be called to ' By Rabbi MyerS.Kripke the Torah Friday, June 23, and Saturday, June 24, JBt Beth El Synagogue. I Parashat BeHaalotekha , A seventh-grade honor stuTorah Grab - Tbe Torah is Light dent at Westside Middle fSchool, she enjoys studying Here is a Midrash that every shul-goer can relate Cerman, basketball and bike to! riding. She is part of the If you were in the Synagogue last Shabbatand school band and choir. She heard a traditional Torah reading, you heard the also sings with the Beth El astonishing repetition -- foi^ each of 12 tribes! -- of Youth Choir. the gifts brought to the Tabernacle of the Annelise has a bi-other, Wilderness wheii it Was finally completed and 'Daniel. .«»»/' Grandparents are the late R.J. Ocanto and ready for use. Through its chieftain, each tribe brought its gifts, Albertina Rada Ocanto and Lulu Secola and the each on a separate day. The gifts were all the same, late Alberto J. Secola. and each day's offerings Were de|:ailed: bowls and basins and ladles, bulls and rams and lambs and goats and oxen, the utensils of proper weight in silver and the animals of approved age and gender For the Best Selection and well-being, for the sacrifices. Of New andUsed-CarsSynagogue-goers may have become a little weary of the repetition. But the Midrash says that Aaron, the High Priest and head of the tribe of Levy, became non-plussed, and then anxious, and then depressed as the 12 days of solemn processions and offerings proceeded. Twelve days! And in all of this honor of the altar, every tribe was represented, day afler day. Every tribe! But not mine, Aaron kept thinking. As the days proceeded, ever so slowly, Aaron became more and more depressed. The Midrash now continues with its cogent point: When the Lord noticed Aaron's anxiety, He told him, "no: For you 1 have reserved the best, the most important of the offerings for the Tabernacle. For you is reserved fh£ sacred task of lighting the )?UightB and keeping them forever burning!" And so our Sidrah, following the offerings of the 12 tribes in last Shabbat's reading, begins with God's word: "When you mount the lamps, let the seven lamps give light at the front of the lampstand (menorah)." Aaron was delighted. And the levitical priests (or MOTOR CENTER Kohanim and Leviim) became the teachers (!) of the OlDS . HONDA . MIISUBISHI . LEASING House of Israel, that is, the bearers of light. It is no 7601 Dodge St. 393-7801 mental feat whatever to interpret light as teaching, light as Torah. Indeed, Biblically it is assumed that CUP* SAVE the Kohanim are the teachers of Torah. It is not hard to understand what the rabbis were getting at in this Midrash, since it comes from rabbinic times when the Temple and the sacrifices were only a cherished and sacred historical memory. They were saying, by implication, that the Temple service, which needed bowls and basins and ladles, and animals for the sacrifices, were of smaller importance than the enlightenment of SATURDAY, JUNE 17 Torah. Study of Torah, together with compassionJennifer Lee Bat Mitzvah, 9:30 a.m., Beth El ate acts of love to our fellow human beings, Rabban Yohanan ben Zakkai said, adequately replace the SUNDAY, JUNE 18 sacrificial system. We would add that synagogue Jewish War Veterans, 10:30 a.ra and Torah learning, indeed, are superior religion. Historically, we are'^furtlier obliged to add, that MONDAY, JUNE 19 the rabbis -teachers--replaced the Kohanim YESPrograiTi,10a.ra (priests) as teachers of Torah well before the Theatre Comrnittee Meeting, 7:30 p.m. destruction of the Temple. Thus the Synagogue as an institution of learning, as well as prayer, was TUESDAY, JUNE 20 BBYO Night, 6:15 p.m. well-ensconced to replace the Temple when disaster Food lor Thought, 11:30 «.m.. Temple came to people and Temple at Roman hands. Women's Mission Information Sessions, 10:30 a.m The light remained. But now in different hands. Uno Board, 7:30 p.m, Beth Israel Torah Orah - the Torah is Light!
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Survivors include his wife,' Rose; a daughter, Sharlene Rips; and three grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home. JOSEPH BERNSTEIN Services for Joseph Bernstein, 90, were held Thursday at Beth El Cemetery. " Survivors include his wife, Ruth Margolin Bernstein; a son, Tom; two grandcl^ildren; three sisters, Gladys Bernstein, Sally Waszyis and Lil Sager; and two brothers, Sam Bernstein of Calif, and Dave Bernstein of Omaha. Memorials may be sent to South Omaha Fraternal Order of Eagles #154, or Donna Canar Bernstein Fund, c/o UNMC Dept. of Internal Med. EVAMANVrrZ Services for Eva Manvitz of Rock Island, 111., formerly of Omaha, were held Wednesday at l^eth El Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, David. Survivors include a son, Justin of Omaha; two daughters, Rogene Faigen, also of Rock Island, and Helen Maslin of Denver; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. ETLYA BLYAKHER Services for Etlya Blyakher were held recently at Temple Israel Cemetery. She was 91. Survivors include two sons, Aron of Omaha and Yakov of New York; two granddaughters and three great-grandchildren, all of Omaha. Mrs. Blyakher emigrated from Bobruisk in the former Soviet Union with her son, Aaron and his family, and a granddaughter and her family. They were reunited with another granddaughter and her family, who had arrived in 1989 through the Resettlement Program of Jewish Family Service.
Newman Grant funds SEED program By Carol Katzman A summer project of study groups, lectures, workshops and one-on-one learning will be held in Omaha from July 9 through July 23, according to Al Ross, chairman. Funded by private donations and the Esther K. Newman Fund, the Summer Educational Environmental Development (SEED) program has been offered in more than 150 cities, from Mexico City to Dayton and from Kansas City to Glasgow, Scotland. "SEED it a unique program joining Jews together from all backgrounds," said Mr. Ross, 'and its a wonderful opportunity for the Jewish community to have scholars-in-residence for more than just a Shabbat" Young volunteer rabbinical students and their wives will spend two weeks in Omaha teaching a variety of classes, including Bible study, Talmud, Jewish law and philosophy. The classes will be targeted to several age groups. *We plan on setting up classes in people's homes, the JCC, and offices to acoomodate the busy schedules of people's lives today,* Mr. Ross added, "and there will be a special emphasis on learning for jroung people. We will work around camp times and job schedules and a background in Judaism is not mandatory. There are no registration forms, no red tape, no office, no forms," he concluded. The classes and lectures are free and open to everyone in the Jewish community. For information, call Beth Israel Synagogue, 6666288.
JuM ift IMS BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE 1602 No. 52nd Street Omaha, NE 68104 556-6288' | Candlelighting 8:41 p.m. i Office hours: ' Monday lhroii(jli Thursday, ft » m to 1 .30 p rii : Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m Seryices arp cnndiirti'H tiy Knhhi .lospplli' Friedman. FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat service at 7 p.m. SATURDAY: Morning services are at 8:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary and Goldstein Chapel. TEMPLE ISRAEL Babysitting service provided by Sisterhood. 7023 Casa Street Beginners Minyan, 9:30 a.m. Omaha, NE 68132 . Super Shabbos-For children of all ages, Starts at 656-6636 , 9:30 a.m. FRIDAY: Kiddush sponsored by }ATB. Albert B. Newman in Shabbat evening service at 8:15 p.m. memory of her husband. Rabbi Azriel, Rabbi Stiel and Jeffrey Taxman Lesson with the rabbi, 7:46 p.m. will officiate. Mincha at 8:46 p.m. Shalosh Seudot, Ma'Ariv and The Vocolot, a women's singing group, will perHavdalah conclude the services. form. SUNDAY: The Oneg Shabbat wi|l be sponsored by the Morning services at 9 a.m. Temple Sisterhood. Breakfast and a study session with Rabbi Sitter Service Friedman follow the service, while Rabbi Kaye Sitter service is available each Shabbat evening service. Please make a reservation so we may plan leads a study session for thayouth group. accordingly. There are no facilities for infants. Evening services at'8:45 p.m. SATURDAY: WEEKDAYS: Shabbat morning service atll:16 a.m. Services at 7 a.m. and 8:45 p.m. Simcha B'shabbat-The congregation will study Lunch 'n Learn the Torah portion for the week. Lunch 'n Learn will be held Tuesday at noon at Adult Education the home of Al and Willis Ann Ross, 676 N. 56th St Tuesday: Beyond Midrash, 7 to 8:15 p.m., led by Call the office by 10 a.m. to order lunch. Don Schwartz. Practical Judaism Thursday: Sisterhood Adult Education, 9:30 to A class with Rabbi Kaye, Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., 11:30 a.m. "Finding God: Jewish Responses," led by Rabbi Azriel. at the synagogue. "Food For Thought" ' Cookbook TIFERETH ISRAEL The next luncheon session will be Tuesday from "Happiness is Still Good Food," available at the 3219 Sheridan Blvd. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rabbi Azriel will lead the disgift shop, or call Charlotte Kaplan at 551-5658. Lincoln, NE 68502 cussion. Bring a brown bag lunch, and Temple will 423-8569 Sisterhood Gift Shop provide the drinks. . Services are conducted by Rabbi Stanley M. ^ Sisterhood gift shop is open by appointment. Call Leah S^egel at 556-5455. Rosenbaum. CHABAD HOUSE Minyans on Mondays and Thursdays at 7:16 a.m. P1322 So. 119th Street FRIDAY: ^-Omah^, NE 68144 Light candles no later than 8:44 p.m. 697-1124 SATURDAY: Services start at 8 p.m. Davening is at 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush. SATURDAY: Temple Israel and three area churches have k SUNDAY: Services start at 9:30 a.m. joined together to form Interfaith Partners, and Davening is at 9:30 a.m. Congregation board meeting. plans to rehabilitate a four-bedroom, two-story Talmud Classes "Vocolot" concert. house. Talmud class, 9:30 a.m. Wednesday. Advanced The project, organized through Habitat for Talmud, 12 p.m. Thursday. Humanity, a world-wide non-profit organization Chumash Class established in 1976, represents the second time Chumash class for adults, 7 p.m. Tuesdays. B'NAI ISRAEL Yiddish Temple Israel has participated in providing afford"Hooked on Yiddish" lessons Wednesdays, 7 p.m. The RECONSTRUCTIONIST able housing for the community. In 1993, Temple participated in the Habitat Housing Blitz to conCONGREGATION Eni^ish 'Think Jewish and speak English* classes on struct a home. 322-4705 Jewish topics for new Americans, Tuesdays and Habitat for Humanity provides the house and Services are led by Rabbi Ruth Ehrenstein and Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. at Chabad House. selects a family who is involved in all phases of the congregants. NOTE: Services on the first and third Fridays of project. Once the home is finished, the family will each month are held, in Omaha. All other Friday move in and make monthly interest-free payments. ROSE BLUMKIN JEWISH HOME The funds are then used to construct or revitalize night services are held in Council Bluff's. SATURDAY: other homes. For information on any activities, call 322-4706. Services, led by Rabbi Maximo Shechet, will be Interfaith Partners is a coalition including FRIDAY: held in the Goldsten Chapel at 9 a.m. Members of the community are invited to join Shabbat service at B'nai Israel West, 3012 S. Temple Israel, First Christian Church and United residenta for the service and the kiddush following. 119th St., Omaha, 7:30 p.m. Methodist Churches of Omaha and Columbus, NE. Special memorial services are held on the last The all-volunteer effort will start work June 24. FRIDAY, June 23: Saturday of each month. Kabbalat Shabbat service, B'nai Israel East, 618 Volunteers will work either morning or afternoon weekend shifts through July 16. Mynster, Council Bluffs. For information or to volunteer, call Margo Rosen SATURDAY, June 24: BTIAIJESHURUN at 391-4842, or Gary Kaplan at 668-2448. Study session, *40 Things YoO Can Do To Save aoth and South StrrnU the Jewish People, ^:30 p.m.; Dairy-vegetaiian pot. Lincoln, NE 68002 luck dinner and Havdalah will follow at 6:30 p.m. 436-8004 The event will take place at the home of Rod and Jennifer Lee, daughervicei are officiated by Cantor Michael Linda Sadofsky, 9266 Pine St, Omaha, 398-1695. ter of Sheryl and David Weisaer. SUNDAY, June 26: Lee, will celebrate her FRIDAYt Service leader training, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., B'nai Bat Mitzvah Saturday at Shabbat evening service at 7:30 p.m. Israel East. Beth El Synagogue. SATURDAY: A seventh-grade honor Torah study and service at 10 a.m. student at Peter Kiewit SUNDAY: Hebrew school, 9 a.m.; Religious school, 10 a.m. Middle School, she eivjoys playing the violin, horseback riding, art, gymnasOFFUTT tics, and earing for aniPERSONAL Capehart Chapol mals. Uth StrMt and Capehart The family of ROM Qartand Utytnen would like Jennifer has a sister, Michelle, 16. Omaha, NB68U3 to thank friends and famHy for their expranlons cl Grandparents are Arlene and Morry Kissin qf sympathy during our recent bereavement. Williamsville, N.Y., and Evelyn and Jack Lee of [ FBIDAYi the Shuhart family Pompano Beach, Fla. I SyrvioM start at 8 p.in.
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BETH EL SYNAGOGUE 14606 California < Omaha, iNE 68154 ^ 492-8550 Office Hours: i Mnndny throuch Tlnirsdny '.> ii in lo .') p.m.. Kridiiy: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. S(-r\'ice8 nn> conduclod by Rabbi Paul Drnzen and Cantor Emil Berkoviu. FftlDAY: Services start at 6 p.m-. SATURDAY: Services start at 9:30 a.m. Kiddush following. Sitter service starts at 10 a.m. Shabbat story time, the first and third Saturday at 11 a.m. Ktantan meets the first and third Saturday at 11 a.m. Minha-Ma'ariv and Havdalah services start at 8:65 p.m. B'nai Mitzvah Jennifer Lee, daughter of Shferyl and David Lee, will become a Bat Mitzvah Friday evening and Saturday morning. Annelise Ocanto, daughter of Lourdes and Romer Ocanto, will become a Bat Mitzvah Friday evening, June 23, and Saturday morning, June 24. SUNDAY: Services start at 9 a.m. WEEKDAYS: Services at 6:55 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Judaica Shop Open Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., or by appointment.
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To the Editor: ; I read the article regarding J6e Ginsberg in the •JewisnVreHx and wanted to respond. Joe (iinshery ront.icled me about one year ago. He had done research on ways to become involved in hclpMig the youth in nur anniiuiiiily. His research eventually led him to the MidAmerica Council Juvenile Diversion Program Joe served as a volunteer Group Leader for approximately 20 youth, whom had been referred to our program for a minor brush with the law. For six months he served as a mentor, a role model, and supervised their program meetings. These meetings included Joeiand his partner taking these youth on prison tours, arranging speakers on decision making, self esteem and careers. ^ Some of the youth were returned to the County Attorneys Office for failure to attend, or new charges. Yet the majority completed the program. They and their parents expressed gratitude for the time, commitment and leadership of the wonderful group leader... Joe Ginsberg. Joe has started a new group with the Juvenile Diversion Program. His desire to work with the youth of our community is commendable. We are lucky to have him oil our team!
For many yearsi iioii-Or^hodox' Jews liavp wan ed. patiently for the most pnrt. for the time when Israel would be strong enough to tackle serious domestic issues. ' The main issue which has rested on the back turner all these years is that of religious pluralism. Freedom of religion for all Israelis has been talked about, but not strenuously for fear of causing internal dissension during critical periods when Israel needed unity to defend herself against armed attack. Today, however, Israel is strong — possessing the mightiest military force in the region. Pushing Israel "into the sea" no longer is a viable option for Middle Eastern tyrants. Israel also is fast becoming an economic power, providing economic opportunities and potential stability for the entire region. In addition, and perhaps most importantly, Israel now is in the process of making peace with former enemies. Thus, many believe that the time has come to move rehgious pluralism from low priority status to a more provocative dialogue. Lori Rail The basic problem, pointed out by Rabbi Uri Diversion Director Regev recently at a community forum, is that the current law of the State of Israel, which can be changed only by Knesset legislation, grants To the Editor: Orthodox Judaism a monopoly over all Jewish religious matters. The book of Job opens with a statement by Ciod to Rabbi Regev, a lawyer and executive director of satan in response to his boastful answer to God's the Jerusalem-based Israel Religious Action question, "Why are you here and where have you Center, said this status quo continues to be main- been?" His boastful answer was "walking to and fro tained because the orthodox political parties play a in the earth." key role in the formation of government coalitions. The implication was, he had subdued everything The political importance of the Orthodox parties in his path, (iod's reply was simply this, "Hast thou explains why there have been no legislative initia- considered my faithful servant Job?" Job was contives to grant religious equality to non-Orthodox sidered by God to be perfect and just, upright in all Judaism. his ways. This is despite the fact that research shows some We would imagine that the devil is still walking 80 per cent of the public supports equality for up and down and God is still pointing to the faithReform and Conservative Judaism. ful. Joe Ginsberg is one such individual. A tireless, Surely, a country which states in its Declaration kind-hearted man, Joe has proven himself to be a iof Independence that it "Will guarantee freedom of God-send, at least to us; we are the MAD DADS. fcligion, conscience, language, education and culJoe has been a blessing to us. He has been kind, ture" will keep her word. caring, conscientious and more concerned about The issue is bubbling to the top of the domestic what goes on in the black community and with agenda and world Jewry should take notice. black youth, than some within the community. Joe's warmth |Mj|^enness has taught us that good hearts are <^^^nng place for noble actions. Joe has been more than an advisor, he is a friend. In the May issue of the JewUh Pre»a, there was an article which states all of the activities Joe has (Continued from page 1) been involved in over the years, including the Love ^i^Tii ;Tiis booklet in hope that the lessons learned in letter from Stan Mitchell. MAD DADS would like Germany will not soon be forgotten by the democra- to add our voice to the chorus of those who know ;tic nations or the individual men who fought to the impact Joe has had not only in his community, wipe out a government built on hate, greed, race, but in our city as a whole. Omaha, the country, indeed the world, Jews and myths and murder. "This is a true record. I saw Gunskirchen Lager Gentiles alike, need to meet the Joe Ginsburgs of myself before the 71st Division had initiated its this world. God is still producing them and they are not hard to find. merciful task of liberation. Thanks, Joe, for all your hard work, caring, shar. "The horror of Gunskirchen must not be repeated. "A permanent, honest record of the crimes com- ing and the example you have set for hundreds to mitted there will serve to remind all of us in future follow. The MAD DADS appreciate your efforts. Eddie Staton, president years that the freedom and privileges we ei\joy in a MAD PADS, Inc. democratic nation must be jealously guarded and Bishop Robert Tyler protected." board member In writing about the liberation MAD DADS, Inc.
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of Gunskirchen, a reporter for the Gazette Telegraph in Colorado Springs declared that 'The men of the 71st burst open the gates of Hell."
Mr. Pollard has' served longer in prison than any other American in history convicted of spying for an ally. i ' ' The life sentence he received is unfair in compar-' ^ ison to sentences received by those who spied for ; allies or'enemies. He hijs'expressed deep remorse for the crime he committed. He has always lovefi our country and still does. The 10 years Mr. Pollard has served is sufficient punishment. Each additional day that he remains in prison, constitutes a grave iryustice. Send your letters and petitions to: The Honorable John R. Simpson, U.S. Parole Commission, 5550 Friendship Blvd., Chevy Chase, Md. 20815. Writing and asking for Mr. Pollard's parole will make a difference. Irwin Goldenberg Lincoln
Temple appoints cantor (Continued from page 1) During that year in York that Cantor Contzius realized what he wanted to do with his life and upon his return to the United States apphed to and was accepted by HUC's School of Sacred Music. Jane Rips, chairman of the Cantor's Search Committee, noted that when she and Rabbi Azriel screened the candidates, "with Erik there was a certain spark and we knew, immediately that he would he a perfect fit for our congregation." "I firmly believe the spiritual and educational life of Temple will be enhanced with Erik's arrival," Rabbi Azriel said. "He is a team player and will work well with Rabbi Stiel and me as well as Ann Kibel Schwartz." Rabbi Stiel added, "Erik's knowledge of Jewish music and his outgoing and caring personality will make him a wonderful addition to Temple Israel." Cantor Contzius has demonstrated a particular affinity for working with youth and is greatly looking forward to that facet of his position as Cantor. He has been involved extensively with young people including spending two summers at UAHC Henry Jacobs Camp in Utica, Miss., one as music director, the other as education director. Active throughout high school in the National Federation of Temple Youth, Cantor Contzius met his wife, Rachel, at youth group functions; they are newlyweds, married the weekend prior to coming to Omaha to interview.
REMEIVIBER THE LENINGRAD TRIALS June 15, 1970. . .Twenty-five years ago a group of young men and. wonnen were arrested in Leningrad for planning to fly a plane to freedom. Remember them with love, respect and salute them. Their courage helped open the door that ultimately brought down the house called the Soviet Union.
To the Editor In the next few months, Jonathan Pollard will have a parole hearing. Thousands of people and many organizations are asking the parole commission to grant him parole.
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A Silvercnww^Sfory Family passes support of Jewish community on to next generation By Claudia Sherman , Foundation public relationii director Esther Canar, a Jewish Federation Silver Circle P Donor, is proud of her Sfr-year old granddaughter, Rachel, who lives in Sacramento, Calif. She is taking on the same feelings of being oriented toward her Jewish community that her grandmother has always felt. i "We grew up being aware that Jews help Jews," said Mrs. Canar. She and her sister, Genevieve Bomstein, the daughters of David ani^ J|da Stein, Uved at 32nd and Hamilton, *a very popular Jewish area' at the time. Mr. aiid Mrs. Stein were active in supporting the Jewish community and passed their feelings of responsibility on to their children. "My mother expected me to be active, and I thought that was what I was supposed to do," Mrs. Canar explained. ' Esther married Max Canar 57 years ago. They married in February and by August, Mrs. Canar was already chairman of a book review group sponsored by Beth El Synagogue. Esther's volunteer career was launched. She|became active in Currently, Mrs. Canar helps organize Temple Hadassah and is a life member of both Hadassah and National Council of Jewish Women. She also Israel's "Shabbat is Coming to You" program which volunteered at Joslyn Art Museum and at conducts a Friday afternoon service for residents at Children's Hospital. During World War 11, she ' Reming^ton Heights Retirement Center, the Rose helped set up a canteen at 16th and Farnam to pro- Blumkin Jewish Home, and Livingston Plaza Apartments. vide food and recreation for soldiers. The Blumkin Home is special to Mrs. Canar, and From the beginning of their married life, the .Canars have consistently given to the she is helping to plan a majoT fund raiser for the UJA/Federation campaign. Max Canar died in Home which will be presented in September. Mrs Canar has two children: Ellen Joseph of 1985. Mrs. Canar continues to carry on the commitment they started together. She is a past co-chair-'' Omaha and Mike Canar of Sacramento. Mike's' woman of the Federation campaign and still helps daughter, Rachel, works with a Jewish youth solicit pledges. She also served as a Board member group. Her grandmother is thrilled that Rachel is of the Federation and the Jewish Community involved in her Jewish community. Mrs. Canar is optimistic about the future of the Center. She sees nothing special about her years of com- Omaha Jewish community due to the generation of mitment to voluntarism. "When you're brought up younger couples who are toking on the responsibiUin that atmosphere, it just makes a lot of differ- ty of supporting Jewish programs, agencies, and institutions. ence," she said. Keeping busy, Mrs. Canar plays golf and eiyoys playing cards with her friends and staying active in Henry Monslcy Lodge the Jewish community as well. "I'm the lucky one," she added, "because I still feel involved. It keeps to hiost Veterans Members of Henry Monsky Lodge will again me feeUng young!" accompany patients from Veterans Hospital to Rosenblatt Stadium June 19. The Omaha Royals Attention Readers! will take on the Nashville Sounds, the farm team of if any photos that have appeared In the the Chicago White Sox. Jewish Press belong to you, please stop by The Lodge will treat the vets to programs and the office and pick them up. refreshments, according to Gerald Meyer, chairman.
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Officers and new trustees, elected at Temple Israel's 124th annual meeting Sunday are flrom left, Jane Rips, president; Dr. Larry Rof&nan, vice president; Rosalie Saltzman, trustee; Sally Kaplan, secretary, Mary-Beth Muskin, trustee; Dr. Michael Walts, vice president; Paul Epstein, vice president; Tom Baker, trustee, Dennis DePorte, trustee. Spencer Brookstein, treasurer. Not in photo, John Lehr, trustee.
Participating in the groundbreaking ceremony are, firom left, Michael Newman, Bob Newnum, Betsy Newman, Ajon Farber, Bob Freeman, Murray Newman, Rabbi Aryeh Azriel and Rabbi Debbie Stiel. At right, Jerry Milder presents a plaque to Bob Freeman, outgoing president
Construction to start on new administrative wing and new south entrance By Morris Maline Temple, his devotion to philanthropy as motivation Temple Israel conducted ita 124th annual meet- for support of the Newman family for the project. ing on Sunday welcoming Jane G. Rips as its new Additional major.support is coming from the 'president, the announcement of a new cantor, the Livingston F*oundat)on. ;beginning of construction of a new administrative Those honored with presidential awards at the ,yring (left) and a new south entrance (right). dinner were Dawna Robertson for her work with At the groundbreaking, Murray and Bob the newsletter and Ms. Rips for her involvement Newman spoke of their father's love for the with the Cantor's search committee.
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Sandy Passer was recognized for her work as vice president and Sandy Nogg was presented with the Harriet Sperling Caring award. Mr. Freeman described the congregation as financially strong, with 774 families Rabbi Sidney H. Brooks delivered the invocation, and Rabbi Debbie Stiel gave the benediction. An estimated 130 attended the dinner.
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'There have been BO many Omaha missions to Israel that I wanted to go on. Finally, with the 20'8 and SO's Mission, the time was right and I could convince Ed to go. At least we figured it was the right time. I walk^ into Jan Perelman's office one day and told her that we had a problem. We were g^, j^^ ^^^^^ ^^
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Organizations YES YES will meet Monday at the JCC. Bingo, "YES Talk" discussion group and EngUsh classes all start at 10:30 a.m. Choral group will rehearse at 11. Following lunch, Joyce Harding from Camp Rainbow will speak. Call for transportation. WALK-IN DROP-IN Walk-In Drop-In will meet Thursday at the JCC with Larisa's exercise class at 10:15 a.m.; bingo at 10:30; and Engliah classes at 11:15. Bring a dairy iiack lunch to eat at 11:30. At noon, the movie 'Clear and Present Danger," will be shown in the Blumkin Home auditorium. Popcorn will be served. RUSSL^NCLUB The Russian Club will meet Friday, June 23, Exercise with Larisea starts at 10 a.m.; lunch at 11; Moscow News at noon; and Russian video at 12:30. For transportation, call Lidiya at 697-9169. BREADBREAKER8 Ted Price, who has been a public speaker for more than 20 years, will speak to B'nai B'rith Breadbreakers Wednesday at noon at Regency West Best Western, according to Paul Davies, chairman for the month of June. Mr. Price hosts a Weekly radio program, "Asking Price:* every Sunday, Coet is $7.50 and the public may attend. CRT The Omaha Section of Women's American ORT irill install ofBcers for 1996-96 on June 21. Dinner Itarta at 6:30 p.m. at the House of Hunan, 2406 S. 132nd St. A planning meeting will follow dinner ind installation ceremonies. RSVP by June 19 to Cindy ShulewiU, 493-6606.
Adam M. Nichoie, an eighth-grade student at Brownell-Talbot, has been accepted by the University of Kansas in Lawrence to study architecture in the summer residential program sponBored by Duke University. i He was also listed among those who recently received state recognition by the Duke University Talent Identification Prop-am for high ACT or SAT test scores. David Kricsfeld, son of Dr. Barry and Cheryl Kricsfeld, was recently votied the outstanding "Pledge of the Year" by Sigma Alpha Mu Fraternity, Mu Epsilon Chapter, at the University of Miami. -' Stephanie Ann Alloy, daughter of former Omahans Bill and Janet Alloy, recently graduated with distinctive honors from the University of Kansas with a B.A. degree in Speech and Language Pathology. She will pursue her Master's degree at Kansas. She is the granddaughter of Sam and Bette Alloy, Phil and Eva Handleman, and the late Pauline Handleman, all of Omaha. Rebecca Hinks, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray Hinks of Fairbury, has been named as the Liaison for AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee), to serve the students, faculty and staff at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She will setve as student representative and will act as a conduit for pro-Israel poUtical information by received communications from the Washington staff. She will also serve as the relay of this information to the UNL campus and community in order to educate students and promote grassroots activism. Jonathan Fellman, son of Beverly and Richard Fellman of Omaha, recently received a Juris Doctor degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago. He also graduated from Colgate University in Hamilton, N.Y., in 1992, and plans to return to Omaha to enter the practice of law.
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Jewish Cultural Arts Council elects Seth Bomstein as new cliairman
Bert's Eye View By Bert Lewis I often am guilty of saying something like "I intended to do that, but I just didn't have time." Maybe you find that happens too, in this busy' world where most of us are racing around a little too fast. In a perfect world, there would be time for everytliipg, and for me that would include goofy, things like reading as much of the Sunday New York Times as I chose. ' There are parts I'd discard, but the section they call the Magazine would be saved for last, and savored slowly. Not just because the crossword puzzle is in that part, but because there are always, without fail, articles and features I find worthwhile. The May 7 edition this year was, in my opinion, outstanding. ' . . It was a special World War II issue, and it was filled with stories, memories, pictures and ev°en a little poetry, all devoted to those earth-shaking events which occurred during the 1940s. This year, 1995, marks the 50th anniversary of the end of that tragic era in the lives of so many. If you're old enough to have been involved, or at least to remember, you've already seen TV programs and read newspaper accounts of that hideous time in human history. Having said that, I still believe this Magazine is outstanding. The stories and copy are the work of novelists, history professors, newspaper editors, science writers, Pulitzer Prize winning poets, photographers and even "recollections of a young German soldier." The pictures alone evoke memories of youth, waste, hysteria, fear and unspeakable cruelty. Those people in our Jewish population known as SURVIVOR^ already have countless mental pictures stored away, but the rest of us would do well !to be reminded of the days of WWII-at least every ,50 years. I wish I could share this newspaper with everyone; I will always be grateful to my eldest child for sending it to me. He knew his Dad and I would appreciate it. He has, in his library, many books relating to American History, both past and contempory, I can see how this publication would have impressed him'. . Since I can't share it with everybody, I leave you with this: throughout this year of 1995, there will be still more stories, pictures and recollections of nportant events which took place those 50 years JO. Read them. Mark them well in your memory. They are an integral part of our history.
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Seth Bomstein has been elected the new chairman of the Jewish Cultural Arts Council (JCAC), according to Gloriann Levy, JCAC director. Mr. Bomstein has been active on the JCAC since 1993, when he assisted with the Yom Ha'Atzmaut program and chaired the Jewish Film Festival. He was also chairSeth Btinutein man of the 1994 and 1995 Kallah Weekends. He was an instructor during the spring session of the College for Jewish Learning, where he taught a class on the Jewish immigrant experience in New York City. Mr. Bomstein moved to Omaha in 1991 with his wife, Diane, and twin daughters, Kerry and Madeline. He was born in New York City, where he was active in a number of Jewish organizations including Project Ezra, a social service agency on the Lower East Side that provided assistance to impoverished Jewish elderly still residing in that neighborhood. . ' He also conducted walking tours of Jewish neighborhoods in New York and assisted in the research and writing of articles about New York City neighborhoods. Mr. Bernstein is a vice president at NCS International, an economic development and corpo-
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Golden Carriage program needs volunteer drivers The Eastern Nebraska Office on Aging is sponsoring a transportation program for individuals age 60 and older living in the Douglas and Sarpy counties. The Golden Carriage Program is intended to provide inexpensive transportation for homebound older adults to doctor appointments, the grocery store, social events or other needed trips. There is a need for volunteer drivers in Douglas and Sarpy counties who will be matched with older participants in their own neighborhood. Volunteers will be able to choose which days aiid hours they are available. Drivers will be reimbursed 25 cents per mile and will have full insurance coverage while on duty. They will also gain the satisfaction of knowing they are helping solve a community need. To volunteer or for information, call Bill Parsons, transportation coordinator, 444-3366. The program is funded through a grant from AT&T, the Communications Workers of America and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.
Epstein-Morgan Post #260, Jewish War Veterans, recently elected officers as follows: Lester Waxman, commander; Jay Benton, senior vice commander; Marc Krauss, junior vice commander; Leo Sivin, adjutant; Sol Mann, quartermaster; and Dr. Milton Margohn, chaplain. Other members present were: Harry Paskowitz, Keith Peltz, Sam Kaplan, Jay Benton, Jacque DoIgofT, Sol Mann and RH. Spiegal.
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Shani Katzman, preschool director for Torah Tots, has announced registration is open for the fall program. Now beginning its second year, it will continue to provide integration of both general and Judiac curricula five mornings a week. The program far exceeded our expectations for Audrey," said Maggie Gerber, parent of one of the preschoolers. "She gained more than we could have imagined in terras of her personal development and Judaism. "Also, all the lessons were presented in the most incredible way," she added. The program, which is based around learning centers, allows for growth and development of individual children at their own pace. "Every child is a whole world. It is only fair to tailor-make every child's learning experience," said Mrs. Katzman. "Our teachers work very diligently to provide each child with development in his or her own interest areas. We cannot provide generic learning," she said. For information, call 697-1124.
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Award presented to Governor Nelson
Nebraska Governor Bero'amin Nelson received a special award in honor of Peace Tourism Year from Israel's Minister of Tourism, Uzi Baram. The silver and gold sculpture of the Old City of Jerusalem was presented to the Governor recently by the Israeli Consul for Tourism and director of the Midwest Israel Government Tourist OfTice, Tsion Ben-David. The award was accepted by the Governor on 'behalf of the State of Nebraska. In honor of Peace Tourism Year and of the remarkable times that Israel is now experiencing, Israel's Minister of Tourism has bestowed upon Mr. teen-David the honor of presenting a special token friendship and appreciation on behalf of the State jgf Israel to the Governor.
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Mark Feingold and Carol Vician announce the April 8 birth of a son, Gregory Justin. Grandparents are Martin and Carole Feingold of Fair Lawn, N.J., and George Vician of Louisville, Ky.
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By Beth Shyken, BBYO public relations And the award goes to.... Recently, the Omaha Cornbelt Council gave awards to "The Best Chapter of the Year," 'The Most Improved Chapter" and The Best Program of the Year." The recipients were selected by past council presidents Danny Cohn and Deb Goldstein, and present council presidents Jon Broder and Beth Shyken. The awardees are as follows: "The Best Chapter of the Year" goes to the men of Chaim Weizman #1510, "The Most Improved Chapter" is Ediar #710, and 'The Program of the Year" goes to Chaim Weizman #1510 for their program.'Chaimstock." "The Chaimies really strived to do quality pro grams, which just goes to show that hard work and determination really pays off," Chaim Weizman President Lance Polikov said. The awards will be presented in September as an incentive for chapters to strive throughout the coming year to receive these awards. There will be plaques for each award that will hang inside the BBYO lounge. At the end of eacli year, these three awards will be presented and the recipients will have their chapter name engraved on a plate for the plaque.
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By Cheryl Lemer Jewish woman. The woman, above all else, has been the powerhouse and anchor of ] our success and endurance through all these years. "As human beings, as women, we all iMk for meaning to grow, to make a difference. We look inward and look to the Torah to see what it holds for us. We see that the » u o Jewish woman's Ufe is Jackie Stem BO rich and full," she concluded. Tttat personal search, says Mrs. Katzman, is the theme for this year's speaker, Jackie Stern. Ms. Stern was brought up in a non-observaiit Jewish household. "I knew I was Jewish," she said in a recent phone interview, "but that was about it. I didn't relate much beyond that." In the 1960's' ahe became part of the "hippie generation," involving herself in anti-war activities and other social and political causes. In the 1970's she became involved in women's political move-
ments and consciousness raising groups. She joined the Itfational Organization for Women (N.O W.), eventually becoming a vice-president A visit to the Dachau concentration camp was the catalyst that was to change her views of herself as' a Jew. "My husband, Andrew, was a Holocaust survivor. As a child, he was in the Budapest Ghetto. He asked me to go back with him. He wanted to see the camp to find some closure. For me, though, it was a beginning." When she returned home, she and her husband began a process of searching that would take 10 years. She finds few inconsiBtendes wiUi being a Jewish woman and being a feminist. "We have strength, we have influence, we have the incredible ability to make a difference in our world, as women and especially as Jews." Committee members include Julie Phillips, chairman, Maggie Gerber, Julee Katzman, Marsha Kleinberg, Pam Kohll, Cheryl Kricsfeld and Cheryl Lemer. Cost for the evening is $5, which includes a dessert buffet. For reservations or information, contact Pam Kohll at 697-9108, or Gloriann Levy at 334-8200. This program is co-sponsored by Chabad's W.O.W. and the Jewish Cultural Arts Council.
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The Jewish Veterans and the Nate Marcus exhibits will be on display The Nebraska Jewish Historical Society now has several exhibits on display at the Jewish Community Center, including: Jewish Veterans of the wars, through June 30. The South Omaha exhibit will be alternated with the Nate Marcus: Omaha Folk Artist with Jewish-Soviet roots, Jewish Council Bluffs exhibit. The other exhibits are permanent. (Above): Sam AUoy, Worid War D, U.S. Navy Petty Officer, 1943Landmarks, 100 Years, of Organizational Life, Youth Exhibit and the South 1946, views the Jewish Veterans of War exhibit. Omaha Exhibit. The 'birds and the bees" arca'l eoough. Talk to her about drugs! Communication can stop the probtem before it starts. Be informed. Call
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In last week's article regarding the NCSY awards, Esther DePorte's name was inadvertantly omitted as grandmother of Danny DePorte.
Encourage bar/bat mitzvah families to invite members of the elderly community to the event, from the old-age residence or independent housing.
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