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Celebrating More Than 7S Years of Service VoLLXXni No. 35
28Iyyar, 6756, May 17,1996
Isidore Michael Tretiak selected as Humanitarian
Bill Ramsey
By Morris Maline Isidore M. Tretiak, a long-time philanthropist and leader of the Jewish community, has been selected as "^ the 1996 Humanitarian of the Year by the Jewish Federation of Omaha. Bill and Barbara The honor will be Donald Yale Fitzgerald bestowed upon him . during the Federation's tm annual meeting, June ^ ^ Tretiak 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Jewish Community Center. Jews board, and the Omaha Jewish Federation Also taking place will be the election of board. Federation and Agency officers and announcement Bill Ramsey, president of Bill Ramsey Associates, of key award winners. will receive the 199^ Otto Swanson Spirit of Mr. Tretiak began his education in Russian and Service Award. Mr. Ramsey has used his public Hebrew classes at the age of five in the Ukraine. relations talents for numerous civic and charitable After he immigrated to the U.S. in 1922, he congroups in the Midlands. He has been an active tinued with Hebrew. leader in community service for the Boy Scouts of He began working at age 11, with a newspaper America, The National Conference of Christians route; later, he worked in a drugstore delivering and Jews, Serra International, and the Henry orders on a bicycle, and advanced into an allDoorly Zoo, to name a few. around helper working after school and weekends. The Fitzgerald's, Mr. Yale's, arid Mr. Ramsey's After grade school and high school in Omaha, he contributions to the Midlands area arc exemplary enrolled in the Van Sant School of Busin(>.ss and the NCCJ is honoring them for their distin- evening classes for a year. As he grew older, he found employment with the guished service to the community. The National Conference has worked toward a Omaha Jobbing Company, and remained with this society free from racip' »pd wligious bias and big- firm for many years where he acquired valuable otry, a society in which Americans of every ethnic retailing and merchandising experience The dream of someday going into business for origin and cultural background can live together in himself became a reality. At the urging of suppliers harmony and mutual respect. and associates and with a loan from the Omaha For information, call the NCCJ office at 346National Bank, he founded Tretiak's-a wholesaler 3357. and retailer of paints and coatings, wallcovering, floor covering, decorating supplies, and hundreds of related items. Over the many successful years of growth, Tretiak's became the largest store of its kind in Then the food court will open with hot dogs, Omaha and surrounding area. falafel, chips, drinks, cotton candy and desserts. After his retirement from the business world, Mr. In the gallery, is a hands-on exhibit called Tretiak enrolled at the University of Nebraska at 'Happy Birthday, Dear Jerusalem" for children Omaha. ages three to 11, which includes seven stations of In 1984, he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in arts and crafts, costumes, block-building, a rubEducation and continued to take classes to further bing table, etc. his knowledge. At 1 p.m., there will be a program for children In 1992, UNO presented its Order of the Tower ages five to nine called "The Parent Connection Award to Mr. Tretiak. This is the university's highBook Club,* which will include a puppet show, stoest non-academic award and it honors members of r3rtelling and art* and crafts in the adult lounge. the community whose service and/or financial supThe Bethsaida Archaeological Exhibit, on loan port has made it possible for the University to from tlie University of Omaha, will have organized address the,academic, cultural and economic needs tours every hour in the JCC gallery. of the people of Omaha and the State of Nebraska. The program is made possible by the Jewish He has been the recipient of many additional Cultural Arts Council with grants from the Carl L. honors and awards and has served the community Frohm and Esther K Newman Foundations. in numerous boards and organizations. For more information, call Gloriann Levy, He and his wife, Selma Seka Tretiak, were honJewish Cultural Arts Council director, at 334ored by the Omaha Jewish community in June of 6403. 1991 for their many years of volunteerism, leadership, and financial support. One of their most significant contributions was: the creation of the Kenneth Ray Tretiak Memorial Fund, established in 1980, as a tribute to their son. Examples of what the fund has provided include playground equipment for preschool children, educational materials, funding for the United Talmud Torah of Omaha Merit Scholarship Program, and the "Wall of Fame," honoring local Jewish athletes.
Midlands Chapter NCCJ to honor four The Midlands Chapter of The National Conference of Christians and Jews has announced it will honor four Omahans at its annual Humanitarian Award dinner Thursday, June 6, at the Holiday Convention Centre. Sister Norita Cooney, R.S.M., chairman of the board of directors, Alegent Health, will chair the event. Bill and Barbara Fitzgerald and Donald A. Yale will receive the 1996 NCCJ Humanitarian Award. Mr. Fitzgerald is the chairman of the board and CEO of the Commercial Federal Corporation. He is active in the community, on the boards of many civic organizations, including the Stratcom Consultation Committee, Knights of Ak-Sar-Ben, and the Creighton University Board, Mrs. Fitzgerald is a leader in numerous charities and civic groups, including Catholic Charities Foundation, Heritage/Joslyn Foundation, Hospice House, Junior League of Omaha, and is currently chairman of the Arthritis Foundation. Donald Yale has been active in area charitable and civic groups such as the Omaha Symphony board, The National Conference of Christians and
Yom Ha'Atzmaut celebration, May 19 Yoel Sharabi will try to bring the spirit of Israel to Omaha when he performs at the Jewish Community Center for Yom Ha'Atzmaut, May 19 at 2 p.m. in the theater. Mr. Sharabi is a native Sabra and specializes in modern Israeli, classic Yemenite and popular Chassidic melodies. Along with his singing, he is an accomplished musician. He is also a skilled guitarist and can hammer out an intricate tune on the dumbek. He is widely known for his simultaneous playing of Yoel Sharabi two flutes in harmony which has been called "magical". The Yom Ha'Atzmaut celebration will start at 12:15 p.m., with flag-raising in front of the JCC.
Three generations celebrate UJA/Federation Campaign Six-year-old Michael Vann joini bit grandfather, Howard, and father, Tom, in celebrating the first Men's Intergenerational event •ponsored by the UJA/Federation Campaign recently at the Marriott Hotel. Editor's Note: We are tempted to say in behalf of Michael, "Get, dad, it wot a piect ofcakel" Additional photos on page 4.
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FRIDAY. MAY 17 CDC Graduation & Reception, 9 a.m. Beth El Lunch 4 Learn, 12 16 p.m,, Beth El VISIONS Membership Luncheon Meeting, 12:30 pm., Venice Inn SUNDAY, MAY 19 Israel Independence Day Celebration. 9 a,rn. Temple Israel Religious School Closing Event, 10 a.m.. Temple Israel Amit Meeting, 12:30 p.m., Livingston Plaza UTTO Final Sunday Class Session. MONDAY, MAY 20 YES Program, 10 a.m. JFS Board Meeting. 7 p.m. Cub Scouts, 6:30 p.m. TUESDAY, MAY 21 BBYO Night, 6:16 p.m. JCAC Hebrew C1»M, 7 p.m. CDCC Meeting, 7:16 p.m. BBYO Advisors Appreciation Night, 6 p.m. B'nai Brith Election Meeting, 7 p.m. Temple Israel "Food for Thought," 11:30 a.m.. Temple Israel ADL^CRC Board Meeting, noon. Temple Israel Temple Israel Executive Committee Meeting, 6 p.m.. Temple Israel Temple Israel Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m.. Temple Israel UTTO Board Meeting, 7:30 p.m., Beth El WEDNESDAY, ^WY 22 HIES Program, noon. Highland Country Club Visions Baseball A BBQ, 5:30 p.m., Rosenblatt Stadium THURSDAY, MAY 23 Walk-in Drop-in, 10 a.m. Jewish Press Board Meeting, Noon. Temple Itracl Connrmation Family Dinner. 6 p.m.. Temple Israsl •All •vanis Md al d» JCC unlau ottMrwiM IndkslxL
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BESS GOULD NOGG , Services for Bess Nogg were held May 15 at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. She died May 12 at the The customs of sefiruh as they have been prac- age of 80. ticed for close to two millennia, pose an inherent She was preceded in death by her husbands, contradiction. They present extremes in terms of Leonard H. Qou\d and Ralph F. Nogg. both intellect and emotion. On the one hand, they 'Survivors include two sons, Dr. Stephen Gould are a preparation for and anticipation to Kaholas and Dr. Robert Gould of San Diego; five daughters, HaTorah, the receiving of the Torah; the days fol- Marsha Gould Stone of Atlanta, GA, Karen Gould lowing the physical redemption from slavery, and of Newton, MA, Judy Nogg of Boulder, CO, Lori preceding the spiritual redemption- Days of glad- Brock of Denver, and Sally Knoernschild of ness and joy. On the other hand, they are days of Holmes, N.Y.; and 18 grandchildren. sadness and mourning; mourning for the 24,000 Memorials may be made to the Nebraskii Jewish students of Rabbe Akivah who perished during this Historical Society, 333 So. 132nd St., Omaha, NE period for the martyrs of the crusades, and of the 68154; pogroms of 1648-49 in Poland. How can these two extremes be reconciled? ETHEL H. COHEN Services for Ethel H. Cohen were held May 14 at Chazal (Our Sages) knew and understood that Fisher Farm Cemetery. She died May 11 at the age these two opposing emotions can co-exist. Joy and ofSl. gladness, mourning and grief are but two faces of She was preceded in death by her husband, the same coin. They complement each other and Daniel Cohen, and a brother. Max Halperin. blend into a perfect fusion. The clouds of mourning Survivors include a daughter, Judith A. Cohen; a Which the Almighty spread over these days have son, Alan L. Cohen; a brother, Yale Halperin; a sisnot diminished its gladness and anticipation. Nor ter, Sophie H. Schulman; one grandson; and nieces has the joy prevented the customs of mourning and nephews, all of Omaha. from taking their place. Memorials may be made to the Rose Blumkin Our Sages in Pirkei Avos (6:2) say, 'she'ain lecha Jewish Home or charity of choice. ben choreen ela Me she'osek h'talmud Torah," -"You cannot find a free man other than the one who ROSE KATZMAN occupies himself with the study of Torah." A comServices for Rose Katzman, 94, were held May i2 prehensive and complete perspective of life is at Golden Hill Cemetery. encapsulated in this short epigram of our Sages. She was preceded in death by her husband, Freedom is not to be measured by outward indicaSamuel B. Katzman. tions of physical liberation from servitude. Survivors include a sister, Molly Kurtz; and The physical condition' of man is not always an nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to the Rose Blumkin indication of his true freedom. Chazal chose their words carefully. They did not say that whoever Jewish Home. studies Torah is considered free. Rather "Freedom STANLEY COOPER does not exist outside of the framework of Torah." Services for Stanley Cooper of Redondo Beach, He who does not study Torah is considered enslaved no matter what the extent of his social or CA, formerly of Omaha, were held May 15 at economic emancipation. This is the lesson offered Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Omaha- He died May 12 by the sefirah counting. We count the days from at the age of 66. Survivors include his wife, Pat; three daughters, our physical redemption from Egypt to our spiritual redemption on Sinai. The paramount purpose of Monica, Leslie and Laurie, all of California; two the Jewish people is the Torah. For the Torah, was sisters, Bess Borden of Omaha and Sara Meirovitz heaven and earth created, and for it did Hashoa of Minn^aijolis; tym grandchildren; and nieces and '^ ^^ bring forth a special nation. t nephews. Memorials may be made to charity of choiceThe reason that the Jewish people were redeemed from Egypt was so they could receive the Torah. Freedom is viewed as the means to an end, never an end in itself. Liberation from human bondage was preparation for voluntary assumption Sandy Kohll, past president of the Omaha of another form of servitude; the acceptance of the Chapter of Hadassah, will be presented with the Divine Law. National Hadassah Leadership award at the HIES Upon being freed from slavery, they immediately luncheon May 22. begian to count the days remaining until the historThe noon luncheon at-the Highland Country Club ical zenith of Jewish history, the crown of their will also honor volunteers of the Hadassah Bargain nationhood, the giving of the Torah at Sinai. Box. Make reservations with Toby Kagan, 9306 Bemis Indeed, among the Rishonim (medieval Sages) there is a view that the obligation of counting did Plaza, #5, Omaha, NE 68114. Cost is $10 each. not take effect until the nation had entered Eretz Chairmen are Hollie Fineman and M'Lee Yisroel and had sacrificed the Onier-offering from Hasslinger the produce of the Holy Land. Accordingly, the counting in the desert was not done as a requirement of law, but rather as the realization of a self-evident truth engraved in the By Larry Axelrod national intellect, that their freedom was not comThe Bellevue Little Theatre kicked off its 27th plete until they received the Torah. season last week-end with a 'gem." The play, titled Our Sefirah counting, coming as it does following I'm Not Rappaport, won a Tony award in 1986 for the destruction of the Beis Hamikdash (Holy best play of the year. It is produced by Julie Temple) and the cessation of the Omfr-offering, is a Bardett and directed by Lorrie Obradovich. commemoration of that burning desire of our ancesThe story features an elderly Jewish man faced tors to achieve the long-awaited Sinaitic experi- with some touching dilemmas and decisions, which ence. he handles with poignancy and humor. The cast Sefirah is our recommitment to the premise that includes Bill Gress, Will Gray and Ed Dill. until the fuinilment of "you shall serve the L-rd on The play will run Friday, Saturday and Sunday this mountain" is achieved, "you shall take this through May 26. nation out of Egypt" is incompleteFor reservations, call 291-1664
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Synagogues Candleliehting-Friday.'May 17: 8:19 p.m.
TEMPLE ISRAEL 7023 Cass Street Omaha, NE 68132 556-6536 FRroAY; Shabbat evening service, 8:15 p.m. Rabbi Azricl, Rabbi fetiel and Hazzan C6nlzius will officiate Hazzan Contzius will present a "Sermon in Song." High School graduates will be honored and will receive a special blessing as they embark on a new time in their lives. The Oneg Shabbat will be sponsored by Robyn and Bob Freeman in honor of the fiat Mitzvah of their daughter, Allyson. Sitter Service-Sitter service is available each Shabbat evening service. Please make a reserv;ition so we n\ay plan accordingly. There are no faril ities for infants. SATURDAY: Shabbat morning service, 11:15 a.m. Allyson Freeman, daughter of Robyn and Bob Freeman, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah. Simcha B'shabbat--An alternative Torah Study service will take place in the Chapel. The regular Shabbat service will be held in the Sanctuary. "Food For Thought" The next luncheon session will be May 21, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Hazzan Contzius will lead the discussion. Bring a brown bag lunch; Temple will provide the drinks. SMAVUOT SERVICES Thursday, May 23, 7:30 p.m. Service of Conrirmation-Confirmands are Megan Adams, Aryn Brechwald, Daniel Colclier, Elizabeth Fnrber, Emily Fine, Jason Fredricks, Mark Gelbmnn, Rebecca Goldberg, Aaron Hardwick, Sara Jarobson, Alan Josephson. Oavid Kass, Jessica Krieger, Ali I.erner, Travis Lewis, Naomi Leiserowitz, Alissa Manvitz, Hilary Moshman, Jennifer Patton, Josliua Samis, Jill Sherman, Rachel Slosburg, Benjamin Wein.stcin, Glenn Wigodsky. Following the ser\'ice, the ronfirmands' parenis invite everyone to a special Oneg Shabbat. Friday, May 24, 11:15 a.m..: Morning service and Yizkor. ^fcCHABAD HOUSE ^K 1322 So. 119th St., Omaha, NE 68154 ^H 697-1124 ^"SATURDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m., followed by Kiddush. SUNDAY: Davening is at 9:30 a.m. MONDAY, May 20: Seifirat Omer-self rerinement class, led by Rabbi Katzmon, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost, including an ezerdse book, is $18. For information, call Allen at the Chabad House, 697-1124. TUESDAY, May 21: InaiCiit to the weekly Torah portion, 6:307:30 p.m. Lecture by Rabbi Katzman, entitled The Real Big Bang, When Heaven Touched Earth,' 7:30 p.m. 8HAVU0T Thursday, May 33: All-night study, starts at 11 p.m. Friday, May 34: Shacharit, 8 a.m.; second Torah reading/ice cream party, 4 p.m. Saturday, May 35: Shacharit, 9:30 a.m.; Yizkor, 11 a.m. Talmud Claaiea Talmud class, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m.; Advanced Talmud, Thursdays, 12 p.m. Yiddish /^looked on Yiddish' lessons, Wednesdays, 7 p.m.
CONGREGATION B'NAI JESHURUN SOUTH STREET TEMPLE 3061 S. aoth St. Lincohi, NE 68803-2797 43S-8004 Services are officiated by Cantor Michael Waissar. FRIDAYi Shabbat evening senrice at 7:45 p.m. SATURDAY: Torah study and service at W a.m. SUNDAY: Hebrew school, 9 a.m.; Religious school, 10 a.m.
BETH ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE l.')02 No. 52nd St. ()mHha,M-:6KI04 ,556-6288 .Ser\']ces ari' conducted by ("laiilor l,i'o Kettnian, Ofri|Ce, hours: Monday through Thursday, 8 a,ni. to 4:30 p.m.; Friday, 8 a.m. t« 2 p.m. FRIDAY: Kabbalat Shabbat ser\'ice at ] p.ni SATURDAY: Morning'services arc at 8:45 nni. in llii' Sanctuary and Goldstein Chapel. Jr. Congregation, l6:.')0 a.m. Babysitting service provided by Sislerhoo<i. Ividdiish sponsored by Sisterhood. Miiicha al 8:20 p.m., followrrl by .Shalosh Seudol. Ma'Ariv and Havdalah. SUNDAY: Morning services at i> a.m Evening sen.'ices at 8:2(1 |).iu. WI-;EKI)AYS:
Sf'r\'icos nl 7 a.m. ,ind 8:2(1 p.m. Praclirnl Judaism Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. A cla.';.'; wilh Rabbi Kaye al the synagogiio. Rabbi Yechiel Bar-Lev will speak ahnal "I'he Mysliciil A.'ipcrts of.hidai.'iin." SHAVUOS Thursday, May 23 (Erev Shavuos): Candlclightiiig, 8:2B p.m. Mincha, 8:.30 p.m. Lesson wilb Rabbi Kaye, 11:.T0 p.m,. Topic: Family Halaclia based on Tractate Yevomos. Friday, May 24: Morning service, 8:45 a;m. Lesson with Rabbi Kaye, (i p in..Topic: Torah and the World of .Science. Mincha, H p.m. Candlelighling, 8:27 p.m Saturday, May 25: MiirniiiK services, 8:^5 a ni. Yizkor, 10:30 a.m. Kiddusli liinchciin iMakr rcsfrwiliiiiis wilh tlii' ofTire. Cost for this dairy/par\'e lunrbeonis $.'j fur adults; $,'),."iO for children age 2-12; and $1..50 for children under age 2.i Lesson with Rabbi Kayi-, ():;iO p iii. Topii-: Miif,'i( and Astrology. Mincha, K:;?0 p.m. Havdalah. 9:.'!5 p.m. Cookbook "Happiness is Still Good Food." available at the gift shop, or call Charlotte Kaplan at 551-.'5658, Sisterhood Gift Shop Sisterhood gift, shop is open by appointment. Call Leah Siegel at 556-5455.
BEYT SHALOM RECONSTRUCTIONIST SYNAGOGUE P.O. Box 241130, Omaha, NE 68124 For information, contact Mike Salmi at 291-3469, or Rabbi Ruth Ehrenstein at 697-1660. FRTOAY: Services, 7:30 p.m., at the Second Unitarian Church, 3012 S. 119th St., Omaha.
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BETH EL SYNAGOGUE I4!>06 California, Omaha, NH 08154 492-8550 I Office Hours: Monday through Thursday.!) am to ri p.m.: Friday, 9 a.m to 4 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Paul Drazcn and Cantor Emil Rerkovils FRIDAY: .Services start at fi p.m.I SATURDAY: iServices at 9:.10 a.m. Kiddush following services. Sitter scn'ice starts at 10 a.m. TSS (Torah Siddur Skills) will meet at 10 a.m. Shabbat story time, first and third Saturday at 11 a.m. K'tantan meets tlio second and (iiurth Salurda> at 11 a.m. Minlia-Ma'ariv and Havdalah sciviccs. 8:.30 p.m SUNDAY: .Services start at 9 a.m. WTEEKDAYS: .Ser\'ii'es at 6:5.') a.m. anil .''i:.'!0 p.m Bar Mitzvah Robert Epstein, sun or(;ar\' and Lisa Kpstoiu, will beconi.e a Bar .Mitzvah Friday eveuintr and Saturday morning. SHAVUOT and Bacculaurenlf sei-vices Thursday, May 23, 8 p.m.: For the observance of Sbavnot, the Adult Education t'onunittee lias scheduled plans to unroll a Torah scroll, with costumed Bible personages located at milestones along the scroll. Also, high school seniors will be honored. A reception follows serxires. Friday, May 24: .Services al 'JMQ a.m.; Minha/Ma ariv al 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25: Sen'ices al !):.'!0 a.m , with dedication of memori al plaques. Judaicn Shop Tuesday lliroii|;li Tliursd.ny. 11 a.m. to 2 |i m ; Suiulays. 10 iiin. In luiiin: iir by appninlmenl.
TIFERETH ISRAEL :I21» Sheridan Blvd. Lincoln, NE 68,502 42;i-H569 .Services arc conducted by Rablii .Stanley M. Rosenbauni. Minyanson Mondays and Thursdays, 7:15 a.m. FRIDAY: Services start at 8 p.m. Oneg Shubbnl hosted by Marcia and Sheldon Kushner. SATURDAY: Services start at 9:30 a.m. SIUVUOT Thursday, May 23: Services, 8 p.m, Friday, May 24: Services, 9:30 a,m. and 8 p.m, Saturday, May 26: Services, 9:30 a.m.; Yizkor is included.
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ROSE BLUMKIN JEWISH HOME semester, 10 a.m. to noon, Westside Community. SATURDAY: Education Center, 108th and Grover (use rear Services, led by Steve Riekes and Albert parking lot). FViedman, start at 9 a.m. in the Goldsten Chapel. THURSDAY. May 23: Members of the community are invited to join Shavuot study session and pot-luck (dairy-vegetarian) dinner, 6:30 p.m., at the home of Wendy residents for the service and the Kiddush following, SHAVUOT Harris, 3002 So. 104th Ave., Omaha. (Services led by Don Schwarti) FRIDAY, May 34: Friday, May 24: Special Shabbat in the home. No services at Services, 9 a.m, Second Unitarian Church. Saturday, May 25: Services, 9 a.m., followed by Yizkor, B'NAI ISRAEL SYNAGOGUE RECONSTRUCTIONIST CONGREGATION 618MynBterSt. Council Bluffs, Iowa S1603 323-470K-SynagoKue 697-1660~Rabbi Ehrenstein FRIDAY: Shabbat services are held every Friday at 7:30 p.m. Services are conducted by Rabbi Ehrenstein and lay leaders. Oneg Shabbat follows. SUNDAY: ReconstrucLionist Religious School classes are held every Sunday at the West Side Community Education Center, 108th and Grover, from 10 a.m. to noon. The community may attend. Call Rabbi Ehrenstein or Dr. Martin Rosenburg, director of education, for an appointment.
OFFUTT Capehart Chapel, 28th and Capehart Omaha, NE 294.4061 FRIDAY: Services start at 8 p,m.
PERSONAL I want to express my heartfelt thanks lo my children and friends for the wonderful 80th birthday celebration at Beth Israel, and also for their thoughtfulness, contributions and good wishes. May God bless them all. Miriam QroMiiMn
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Men celebrate Campaign's first Intergeneratlonal event
From left, Tom Vann, with son, Michael; David Goldberg, Jeff Platt, Joel Brodsky, Bruce Goldberg.
From left: Mike Ptatt, general Campaign co-chairman; Rabbi Mitchell Wohlberg, guest speaker; Tom Bernstein, general Campaign co-chairman.
The 1996 Men's Campaign Divisional Chairman awards. The kippot were made by Bosnian refugees being aided by the JDC which receives funds from the Campaign.
Divisional chairmen not pictured are Alan Simon, Paul Epstein, Pete Brodkey, Bruce Friedlander, John Lehr, Jeff Epstein, Todd Simon, Jeff Gordman and Trenton Magid. During the event, Mike Platt and Tom Bernstein reported that the Campaign reached its goal of $2.88 million, representing a 3% increase over last year.
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Rabbi Wohlberg discusses intergenerational crossroads
As the trial of Gerhardt Lauck continues in eous gentiles, the Danish rescue and the ghettos. Hamburg, we are reminded yet again of the vital And we will remember that by telling and role of memory and the importance of vigilance. retelling, by never forgetting, that we may struggle We at the Anti-defamation League take these to try to do' as our tradition teaches-transform tasks seriously. tragedy into lessons. Fifty years may seem like a long time; but in the There are.many lessons in the study of this dark Jewish consciousness, 50 years is a blink of the eye. moment in history. At Passover, we pray and we teach our children Perhaps the most vital lesson is that we humans to remember -- "It is as if I were .' may have after all learned nothing. enslaved in Egypt." But we are not free from the task How clearly our tradition teaches f telling, not able to not try to us to not let time control the centrali- "... we are reminded ach. ty of past events. We must remain yet again of the vital Anne Frank and her story have aware. n a focus for much teaching. role of memory and Remember. It is not enough. We will remember. Many read her story as a confirthe importance of We will remember the 1.5 million v/inilsn^o ation of faith in man. W^ IA/III children's voices snuffed out by the Some see her premature death as remember." Nazis. confirmation that such faith is We will remember the millions, absurd. We will struggle with this Jews and others, who will never and other issues at the premier of show their art, sing their songs, teach their lessons. 'Anne Frank Remembered* on May 30. We will remember the stories they never told, Please help us by attending. the children they never had, the future we will Help us by contributing to the ADL and its never know. efforts. And we will remember the few who rescued Jews Help by joining the ADL 1000 or by inquiring as well as the victims. about the Nebraska Holocaust Institute and opporWe will tell of the bravery of the resistance as tunities to help ensure the continuation of our well as the horror of the camps. efforts in teaching and remembering. We will tell of the hidden children and the rightWe will remember.
By Morris Maline A rabbi from Baltimore told an estimated 100 men attending the first Men's Intergenerational event sponsored by the UJA/Federation Campaign that Jews now face an intergenerational crossroads. "It is a very different world. Our concern as Jews is no longer to save the Jews in Israel or Ethiopia 'it is to save the Jews in Omaha and Baltimore. To teach our children to live as Jews so that they will want to give as Jews." Rabbi Wohlberg, rabbi of Beth Tfiloh Congregation in Baltimore, said that children must be reminded that there is a special meaning to Jewish existence. "We have a special role among the nations, and that meaning and role can only be understood and sustained with a deep connection to our past. "We must remind our children that they are linked with a shopkeeper in Bialystok and a tailor in Kiev and an industrialist in New York and a Talmudist in Brooklyn and a visionary in Sefat ... that they are linked as Jews." He added that children are linked as Jews in the greatest story ever told, that to be Jewish means to be linked, not only to one's parents and grandparents, but to every Abraham and every David and every Moses everywhere. He added that the linkage has been sustained by the work of Federations, and that the Campaign may be over, but the spiritual work just begins.
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Friedel marks Lag B'Omer by 'celebrating the land'
By Diane Axler Baum, publicigt Friedel Jewish Academy piarked Lag B'Omer last week with a multi-dimensional Ruach Day, according to Mona Peteipson, director of the academy. , ^e used the opportunity of Lag B'Omer to develop a motivational spirit day which combined enrichment beyond the classroom, hands-on learning, and the sports and games associated with a standard field day. It was truly a celebration of the land," Mrs. Peterson said.
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Under the Domim Tree, by Gila Almagor. This book chronicles the joys and troubles experienced by a group of teenagers, mostly Holocaust survivors, living at an Israeli youth settlement in 1953. Grades 5-8.
Highlighting the event were tours of the exhibition of antiquities, "Cities of David: From Bethsaida to Jerusalem," currently on display in the Jewish Community Center. The Friedel students divided into small groups to take their tours of the exhibit. They were personally guided by Dr. Richard Freund, director of the Bethsaida Excavation Project. Dr. Freund is a member of the Department of Philosophy and Religion at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. He also serves as Friedel's Jewish Studies consultant and is a Friedel parent. Mrs. Peterson said a number of creative activities enhanced the learning that took place at the exhibit. For example, students watched slides on the land of Israel and on the skill of mapping, and then they made forms with clay to design their own topological map of Israel. They also sampled the work of an archeologist by painting pieces of pottery, such as those connected with ancient Israel, and then putting the pieces back together. In the afternoon, the Ruach day focused on physical activities, with lessons in Israeli dancing provided by Rini Gonsher, and student participation in numerous games and sports.
THANK YOU, BETTIE AND SYLVIA It's hard to believe that we ure sitting here watching our children graduate from pre-school. Our journey here at the JCC pre-school has been one of the moat memorable times of our lives thanks to two very special people. . .our children's teacher, Bettle Adams, and her assistant, Sylvia Jarrett. From day one, they have made our children and us feel very special We have fell fortunate to have both Hellic and Sylvia as our children's first teachers Nothing ever seemed to be too much for them- They made sure that all parents, grandparents, and siwcial visitors felt welcome in their classroom. We took a lot of the extra apecial things they did for granted and now want to let them know how much we appreciated all that they did. So, dear friends and neighbors, please help us thank Btttie and Sylvia for the wonderful job they do Neil lime you see Ihero, please give them the pat on the back that they deaerve and aay "Thanks" It is with a heavy heart that we now say "good-bye " Thank you both for your friendship, love and guidance. You will always have a special place in our hearfj. We clou by ending our letter the way Beltie always lignaher weekly newsletters Shalom, The Pu«Bta of tha Qrsduatad "Keahet^
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By Bert Lewis It's alwE^ys been my belief that no matter how little a person knows Yiddish, we all know what it means to kvell. A fancy little Yiddish Dictionary I have defines t(ie word something Uke this: to take pride. Personally, I can't define^ kvell in just three words.; Recently, those few of our family members who were able, gathered in Arizona for a Bar Mitzvah, the first in quite a while. The young celebrapt is the grandchild of my brother and the first of his generation to reach this milestone. Since he and his family are transplanted, we aunts and uncles came from California and Nebraska, and friends traveled from Illinois and Virginia. It was worth every mile! The .'Temple in which this simcha took place was delightfully.interesting. The congregation is composed of mostly young families, with many {kayn anhordh) children--and those children were everywhere. They weren't distracting, they were simply very noticable; and, it was clear they were very much at home. They-were participants in every conceivable act (and some NOT so conceivable), and seemed to be enjoying themselves. Even those kids who were almost b'nai mitzvot (and therefore required to be there) didn't look too unhappy. One even figured out how to make his kepah levitate over the cold air vent on the floor next to him. Part of the Friday night service included a Pidyon HaBen. If you don't know what this means, go ask a parent or grandparent, and if you were a firstborn son, find out how much they paid for you! I watched it all and I kuelled. Especially at the sight of my niece, on the bimah, beautifully delivering her portion of the service. I kvelled with tears in my eyes when she draped the tallit over the shoulders of her son, and when I heard the words she had chosen to speak to him. The tears came when I thought how my late father would have just about burst with pride if he could have been there, and how much my Mom would have loved being well enough to be present. Later, at home, when I saw the really magnificent lunch prepared by my niece, I thought again of my Mom. She would have been so proud of her granddaughter for so many reasons. Kt'ell-to take pride. What a thin little phrase that is, but what rich meaning it has. We<iid kvell, and at the same time we were saddened by the ab.sence of IOVMI ones. But it was, all in.all, n wonderfully happy occasion. .When alt is said and~aonc, no inatler the accompHshments or the achievements or talents, family gatherings for special simchas arc thr >.weetest events of all. -.Mai:ehov'P»nny....yo\i were great!
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An ice cream social (for kids and adults) is scheduled for Friday, Mfiy 24, 4 p.m., at the Chabad House. The event, to be held on the first day of Shavuot, marks the receiving of the Torah at Mt. Sinai three thousand, three hundred an(l eight years ago. Included will be a special Torah reading, a fun and educational group game, ice cream and other refreshments. The Torah reading on Shavuot is a very important part of the celebration of the receiving of the Torah," said Tzirl Zimmerman, co-ordinat<>r. "We read the Ten Commandments and accept them anew as we did as a people thousands of years ago at Sinai, she continued. "The children are the guests of honor and are very prominent in our celebration. They were the guarantors and assumed responsibility for the con-' tinuity of Judaism. For this reason, we are planning this additional service especially for children," she concluded. The event is open to the entire community. For more information and reservations, call Allen at 697-1124.
By Michael Levine Beth El Synagogue's Adult Education committee has announced an unusual event in honor of Shavuot. Since May 12, a Torah scroll has been displayed in the community court. Submissions of guesses of its length, when fully spread out, have been invited. On Thursday, May 23, 7:30 p.n^t Erev Shavuot, the scroll will be unrolled and its length determined. Also, for a dramatic effect. Biblical personages will come to life. . .participants can talk to Abraham and Sarah, Noah, Joseph, Miriam and Aaron! In addition, experience great events-the exodus from Egypt, the binding of Isaac, Caleb and the spies! Do you recall your Bar/Bat Mitzvah parshah? Locate it on the unrolled scroll. A guide will be available for assistance. Forms for guessing the length of the Torah scroll on display at Beth El are available in the synagogue office. Entries must be submitted by May 19 at noon. Winners will be announced and prizes given at services Thursday night. Following services, refreshments (including Yom Tov cheese cakes) will be served.
Engagement MOORE/SCHRIER Susan and Tom Elliott Moore announce the engagement of their daughter, Tracy Eliazabeth, to Jeffrey Lance Schrier, son of Felicia and Stanley : Schrier, all of Omaha. ' Ms. Moore is manager of after-market sales for Schrier Ford & Imports. She is a graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a degree in Journalism and Advertising. Mr. Schrier is co-owner of Schrier Ford & Imports. He is the grandson of Dorothy Schrier of Omaha and the late Morris Schrier and the late Rose and David Friedman. , Ms. Moore is the granddaughter of Opal Ludwig of Omaha and the late Keefe L. Ludwig and the late Jewell and Elliott F. Moore. A late summer wedding at Temple Israel is planned.
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Students in the news Justin Lemer, son of Judi and Sheldon Lerner, has qualified for state recognition in math in the Duke University Talent Identification Program (TIP). I
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YES YES will meet Monday at ths JGC. Bingo, "YES talk" and English c|asB all start at 10:30 a.m. The YES choral group will rehearse at 11 a.m. Following lunch at noon. Chuck Arnold, executive director of the Council,Bluffs Senior Center, will speak. For transportation, call 330-4272. ; Deadline is Monday for reservations for the trip to Schramm and Platte River State Park Thursday, May 30. Cost is $8. Transportation will depart from the JCC at 9:30 a.m., and return at 2:30 p.m. Make reservations with. Margaret at 3346521.
H ^^^^^^^^^^L I ^Honorable mention ^^»^ »^^^^H*'h« 1^^^ Nebraska ^^V^' ^^^^HjlScholastic Art Awards ^^^^v J^^Hp I presentation at Dana ^H^^ ^^^_|College; ^selected to H T^^ ^HBJl exhibit at the Joslyn Art Bi***^ '^JBJMuseum Association F ' Student Art Exhibit last month. (Over 420 works were considered anrf less WALK-IN DROP-IN than 75 pieces were selected); *certificate of recogWalk-In Drop-In will meet Thursday at the JCC. nition for runner-up "best sports photo" from the Department of Communication at the University of Exercise with Larisa starts at 10 a.m. All are welNebraska; *two second-place certificates, one in come (no charge). Bingo starts at 10:30 a.m., and English class Carrie Beth Roitstein, daughter of Debbie and Class A preliminaries 1,996-photography, and one starts at 11 a.m. Following lunch at 11:30, the Lloyd Roitstein, has in Top 12 preliminaries 1996-photography; *third received a Bachelor of in category of "feature photo" from the National movie "A Walk in the Clouds" will be shown in the Science degree in Biology Federation of Press Women High School auditorium at the Rose Blumkin Home. Popcorn from the University of Journalism contest; *blue ribbon of excellence for will be served. Illinois. She is also presiTransportation is available. creative expression at the Career Center dent and founder of the Photography show 1996, Which was a juried compePre-Optometry Club; a VISIONS tition featuring student work at the Artist member of Alpha Reminder: Baseball and B-B-Q May 22. Dinner Cooperative Gallery in the Old Market. Lambda Delta Honorary at 5:30 p.m., and game at 7:05 p.m. Lei is a junior honor-roll student at Central High Society; and a member of Alpha Chi Omega sororiSchool. She is the head photographer for The BREADBREAKERS ty. Carrie will attend the Refiinter, the school newspaper. B'nai B'rith Breadbreakers will meet Wednesday Illinois College of| Also, she was recently inducted into the National at noon at Highland Country Club. Bob Wolfson, Optometry in Chicago Honor Society. ADIVCRC regional director, will speak, according this fall. to Steve Riekes, chairman for May. She i.<i the granddaughter of Dr. and Mrs. Morris Cost is $7.75 and the event is open to the public. Roitstein of Omaha. Jay Kenyon, son of Howard and Linda Kenyan, has had an article published in the Iowa Law 39 FOREVER Andy Ruback has the lead part of Nathan Review, titled "United States V. Smith: Making A dinner-cruise aboard "The Belle" riverboat is Detroit in the Lincoln Community Playhouse proERISA Pension Benefits Judgement-Proof" planned for Saturday, June 8. Live music is also duction of 'Guys and Dolls." The play will run Jay is a third-year student at the University of included. Boarding will be at 5:45 p.m. from Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 31 Iowa College of Law and is an associate-editor with Miller's Landing and Abbott Dr. through June 23. For information, call 402-489the Law Review. For information, call Maxine Noodell at 493-7483. 7529. ''
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Brian Ashley Lewis, son of Rocky and Marshall I Lewis, has graduated from the University of Iowa with a Bachelor of Arts degree in communication studies. He will be 1 a traveling consultant for I Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity, International, head, quartered in Cnrmel, I Indiana.
Michael Ruback has been awarded a scholar-. ship from First Data Corporation, which is automatically renewable for four years. He plans to attend the University of Kansas and major in Pharmacy.
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' By ti/IichmtilGtHhiwuMame, The JewUh Advocate BOSTON (JTA) — As far as U.S. prosecutors "The end result is indisputable," Kenety said. areconcerned, (tccused Nazi collaborator "Between40,000 and 50,000 Jews in Vilnius were Aleksandras Lileikis' days inMassachusetts are murdered by that man alone." But John Rogers numbered. Carroll, one of Lileikis' attorneys, denied those U.S. Attorney Donald Stern said a jury would try charges, saying that Lileikis was a minor, 'ministeLileikis, 88,if U.S. District Judge Richard Steams rial" link in the Nazis' chain of command and that denies the prosecution's motion for a summary he "did not participate in the persecution" of the judgment that would strip him of his U.S. citizen- Jews, , ship. Steams heard the motion, which was filed in Carroll said the prosecution's evidence 'show you early Febraaxy by the federal government, on May zero" about what Lileikis' state of mind was when 8. *I am sure that if he (Stearns) ruled against he signed them. The documents were just "his sigus, we would 4eek a very prompt trial date," Stem nature on pieces of paper." The Nazi leaders "left said after the hearing, which Lileikis did not nothing to chance," Carroil said,adding, "and they attend. left nothing to the Lithuanians." During the 90-minute hearing, federal prosecuAs merely a drudge for the Nazis, Carroll said, tors presented "execution cards" and other histori- Lileikis was eligible for a visai under the Refugee cal documents that Lileikis, as the chief of the Relief Act. This regulation prevents people who Lithuanian security police, also known as the "personally advocated or assisted in the persecuSaugamas,signed to deport thousands of tion of any person or group of persons because of Lithuanian Jews to Nazi death camps. race, religion or national origin" from receiving Lileikis, a Lithuanian native who has acknowl- visas. edged that he was the former head of the Saugama Carroll said government officials checked Lileikis' in the Vilnius province, held the position from background.thoroughly and were fully aware of August 1941 to July 1944. The prosecutors claim what he was before granting him the visa. By tliat the documents prove that Lileikis* role in the stripping Lileikis' U.S. citizenship and deporting killings was more prominent than he led U.S. offi- him now.Carroll said, federal officials would be saycials to believe, when, under the Refugee Relief Act ing that their predecessors'Midn't know what they of 1953, they granted him a visa in October 1955. were doing." He sought citizenship in 1976. "The government knew what he was and gave The documents came from the Lithuania Central him a viBa,"Carroll said. But that happened only StateArchives. Handwriting experts authenticated after \ih6 government rtyected Lileikis' two previLileikis' signature, the attorneys said. William ous applications for a visa. He first tried to come to Kenety, senior trial attorney for the the United States in 1950 under the Displaced JusticeDepartment's Office of Special Persons Act of 1948, which excluded people who Investigations' Criminal Division, said the docu- helped, voluntarily or involuntarily, persecute ments shown to Stearns were "a small sample of races; who voluntarily helped the Axis armed the surviving documents" bearing the signature of forces against the Allies; or who belonged to move^ Lileikis. ments that were hostile to the United States.
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A "Learn to Make Paper" workshop was held recently on four consecutive Mondays at the JCC. The Friedel Jewish' Academy, Young Energetic Seniors (YES), Visions, Child Development Center pre-schoolers, the Russian Club and a few residents of the Rose Blumkin Jewish Home participated. Alan Potash, owner of Jerusalem Papers, was the instructor and presented the historical and creative aspect of this ancient art. The workshop was made possible due to the support of the Murray H. and Sharee C. Newman Supporting Foundation and the Nebraska Arts Council.
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Diplomacy path seen for Middle East peace
By Morris Maline ^ A political scientist at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem said that diplomacy is the only hope for peace in the Middle East. The end of the cold war, the Gulf war, and the Intifada opened a unique window'of opportunity for diplomacy," said Shiomo Avineri, Herbert Samuel professor of political science at Hebrew university. Dr. Avineri spoke on "Israeli Elections, the Peace Process and the Future of Israel," to about 150 iSttending a Jewish Cultural Arts Council lecture May 9 at the Jewish Community Center. According to Dr. Avineri, the end of the cold war and the demise of the Soviet Union as a super power moved the Arab-Israeli conflict from an international concern to a regional dispute. "The Arabs tost their strategic umbrella of arms and financial aid from the Soviet Union making it impossible to replenish weapons and supplies." The Gulf war, he pointed out, further humiliated the Arabs creating a "worst nightmare," - that of American and Arab forces going to war against another Arab country. Meanwhile, Israel was hit by 39 Scud missiles demonstrating the vulnerability of the Jewish state to massive losses by weapons from afar. "Israel became paralyzed and the population quickly determined that who controls the West Bank is irrelevant." The issue, said Dr. Avineri, suddenly became missiles. He pointed out also that the Intifada also contributed to the window of opportunity because the demonstrations actually "taunted" other Arab nations showing them that kids with stones could accomplish more than Arab tanks and planes. Dr. Avineri said that with the end of the cold war, the Soviets moved to an even-handed position, Communist governments toppled, and nation after nation soon re-established diplomatic relations with Israel. He pointed out that the negotiations with Syria now must take into account that the Golan is of lesser strategic importance to Israel than before.
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Lincoln Hadassah Bowls For Youth
The Lincoln chapter of Hadassah will hold a bowling fundraiser at Gateway Bowling Center on Sunday, May 19, at 1:30 p.m. Members, spouses, children,grandchildren, nephews, nieces, cousins, neighbors, all are invited to join in the fun, the proceeds of which will benefit Youth Aliyah. Children have been Hadassah's focus from it's beginning. Founder Henrietta Szold's first foray into public health more than 80 years ago was Tipal Chalav (a drop of milk), a program for prenatal and infant care. It was children, in fact, that set Ms. Szold on her Zionist mission, the children she saw on her first trip to Palestine, children whose eyes were encrusted with the damaging nflprmalh of trachoma. In 1938, four years after the historic exodus of thousands of German orphan.'; to what was then Palestine, a group of weary children wiiiling to make a similar jnwrney lijid arrived at tlie port too lute to sail. Henrietta .Szold. over dinner, pulled out a long list of rliildren's names, children whoso visas she had personally retjupstcd.
She matched each name to a face and remembered that face until her dying day in 1945. Hadassah's Youth Aliyah today remains the primary organization ;in Israel addressing the unique and diverse needs of adolescents from all over the world - from the former Soviet Union, Ethiopia, Iraq, Syria, Yemen, Iran, and from povei-ty stricken areas I of Israel itself - the majority of whom are aged 14-18 and who live, work, and study together in supportive residential or day centers in the community, fostering individual and independent initiative. For many youngsters Youth Aliyah is their family. The "Hadassah Bowls for Youth" event is the final fund raiser of the year. Organizers ask that you make plans to bring out your whole family to the lanes for fun and frivolity. Those who cannot bowl, for whatever reason, are asked to come and cheer or to support bowlers with a pledge against the number of pins scored. For more information, contact Barb Kenyan at 423-2678.
Tifereth Israel prepares helpful Kosher kitchen list Tifereth Israel is fortunate to have frequent simchas during the year. They are also fortunate to have a well-equipped kitchen to prepare for onegs, kiddush luncheons, dinners and other events. However, in order to maintain a neat and orderly kitchen and. more importantly, to observe the rules of Kashrut, the congregation asked David Brockman to prepare i( list of rules to help volunteers and family membprs. The resulting list, which has been distributed to the congregation, covers such topics as maintaining •T Kosher kitchen in the .Synagogue, cooking at homo for Synagogue events, using the Synagogue kitchen, and a handy reference of additional Kosher rules. Copies may be obtained by calling the Tifereth Israel Synagogue ofTice at (402)423-8569.
>earcn begins for admlnistrfitor of religious school Tifereth Israel Synagogue has begun a search to fill the position of religious school administrator, following the formal resignation of current administrator Charles Griffin. M^or responsibilities are said to include student enrollment, teacher/staffing, curriculum implementation, pro coordination, student conduct, resource management, «nd general school administration. Anyone interested in applying for the position should Contact Steve Sommer, president of the congregation, at 472-2314 (business) or 488-7413 (home) for detailed information
Arab Americans flay Israel at conference on tolerance By Shawn Cohen, Washington Jewish Week WASHINGTON (JTA) — In a rage over Israel's military operation last month in Lebanon, Arab Americans lashed out at the Jewish state at an event designed to promote tolerance and civil rights. The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee conference, which hosted educational seminars on such issues as the Arab-Israeh peace process, civil rights and Arab images in the media, began the same day that-Israel shelled a U.N compound in Lebanon, killing at least 91 refugees. Israel has said it was aiming for a Hezbollah tar get several hundred yards from the compound For this reason, the April 18-21 event also provided one of several recent forums for Arab Americans to speak out against Operation Grapes of Wrath and, for some, against the Jewish state itself The committee, which claims to have some 30,000 members,making it the largest Arab American grass-roots organization, was estab ished in 1980 by former Sen. James Abourczk (D S.D.) to protect Arab Americans from discrimina tion.
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