PAGE FOUR "HE DETROIT JEWISH CHRONICLE REGULATION, FORBID REPEAL CONTROL OR I OF PROHIBITION RESTRICTION? SAYS DR. WISE Editorial by Rabbi Harry H. Mayer in Kansas City Jewish Chronicle. ESSEX MOTOR Brands Plank of Presidential Candidates as "Disgrace and Calamity." Jewish immigration to the United States has dwindled to almost noth- ing. A syndicated letter to the news- NEW \'lR K—Taking as his sub- papers commenting on this fact ma- ect "Shall Prohibition Be Repealed?" liciously remarks that one of two the Rev. Dr. Stephen S. \Vise. in the explanations will account for the de- Free Synagogue, Carnegie Hall, last crease of Jewish immigration to this Sunday set forth reasons why in his country—either the Jews in Russia opinioe'the Eighteenth Amendment are satisfied with the bolshevik should ',tam!. He said there was no regime or the economic inducements argument for the repeal of the amend- which the United States offers no ment save the threadbare, meaning- longer are such as to lure them. less argument that personal liberty A superficial investigation will suf- was invaded by it s passage. fice to demonstrate that the stem- "It is an insult to the intelligence ming of the tide of Jewish immigra- and dignity and honor of the Ameri- tion is due to other causes. The can people to continue to keep the difficulty in obtaining passports front liquor issue, which has been ans- Russia, whose government the United si,vered, in the forefront of American Slates refuses to recognize, is one of life at a time when America must the impeding forces. The extreme concern it self with momentous prob- poverty of the Jews of Eastern Eu- lems of common life that press for rope that has been intensified since solution," Dr. Wise said. the great war is another factor and On behalf of repeal it was urged doubtless the chief one. Thousands that there was much dissatisfaction of Jews in America would he happy with prohibition and its enforcement, to bring to this country their Euro- he said He asked if every law was pean relatives if conditions permitted. to be repealed the enforcement of Unable to get into communication which excited opposition and were with them, and when communication the American people ready to go to is established, unable to obtain for the length of admitting that no law them a passport, they despair of be- should be allowed to stand on the ing able to give any assistance to statute books because some people their brethren abroad except by send- ing them food drafts and money re• did not like it? 1)r. Wise answered 'Pittances. When the bars are let the argument of the "wets" that im- down a flood of Jewish immigration migrants were leaving or threatening to leave a drinkless America, by put- will flow to our shores. ting the question whether any Ameri- ,Should the bars be let down en- can would stand up and seriously tirely or should the immigration reg- maintain that we should change ulations previous to the war be re- American law' and order to stub the stored? Should a More severe law personal habits and customs of a cer- with regard to immigration be made? tain group of immigrant s. $hould the influx of aliens be re- "That the next Presidential cam- Stricted entirely? \Ve must concen- trate upon these problems, both for paign should revolve around the issue of liquor is a disgrace to America the sake of the welfare of our be- loved country and for humanity's 2m1 . 3 calamity to its citizenship," he sake. Regulation has been our na- said. "1 on against the repeal of pro- tional policy up to the present.. With hibition because the testimony of all a million immigrants per annum impartial and Worth-while • Witnesses seeking a home amongst us. as wan throughout the land is to the effect the case before the war, the regula- that the nation has already, even tions that had been adopted proved within the brief period of merely par- Woefully inadequate. • We have seen tial enforcement, been greatly bene- that an unassimilated mass of for- fited thereby. Traveling from State eigners has been clinging to our na- to State through the land, I have not tion as barnacles to a ship. While hearth a word in challenge of the wis- not all the anarchists and radicals dom and beneficence of the prohibi- and reds have been aliens, it is never- tion law save from the lips of a few theless a fact that in the foreign men whose personal tastes and con- sections of our city the frantic rav- vivial habits are more important in ings of irresponsible fanatics have their own sight than the well- being of found a fertile field. Our govern- the whole nation. ment should not he satisfied with "I am against the repeal of the regulation in the form that it has Eighteenth Amendment because every hitherto had. Nor is complete re- argument that was valid on behalf striction of immigration advisable of nrohibition continues to be valid. from any point of view. We need Alcohol has not ceased to be one of the brain and the brawn of Europe the three race poisons perpetrating in the constructive national move- its baneful effect upon the human ments which have been set on foot race from generation to ..generation, and will in ever larger measure he because of the passage of the Eigh- set on foot among us. Our new in- teenth Amendment. dustries, springing up like mush- '1 am against the repeal of pro- rooms, are under-manned, and the unskilled labor of Europe is the only hibition, nominal or actual, because of the character of the groups which source of supply upon which we can depend to relieve this situation. It favor repeal or annulment and the would be penny wise and pound fool- methods they are ready to employ. ish to lock the doors against all im- The criminal alliance of liquor inter- migration. But, on the other hand, ests and politics too long postponed the government of our country has the enactment of prohibition. The re- been &relict in neglecting the con- newal of that criminal alliance alone trol of immigration instead of reg- can become effective in repealing pro- ulating, it. The practical means by hibition. I do not believe that the which Control of immigration can be American people will suffer that al- made effective should be worked out liance to prevail against the will and by those competent to solve a prob- weal of the whole American nation." lem so vital. Control of immigration Dr. \Vise said there should be should be exercised even after the im- either enforcement or repeal, but not migrant has been admitted. He should the cowardly and lawless evasion of be under surveillance of the govern- enforcement through the outwardly ment without infringement upon his lawful processes of annulment. The liberty of conscience and conduct, American people would visit its and with the end in view of educating wrath upon the heads of any group him in the language, customs and or party within the nation which ideals of American democracy. As sought to annul the will of the people between regulation, restriction and by such methods of indirection as control there can he but one choice, were rife among the essentially law- and wise forethought will persuade less opponent s of the Eighteenth our legislators to perfect a practical Amendment, he told his congrega- system, of immigration control. tion. Our Jewish philanthropies have been under the necessity of carrying on educational and cultural work - which the government can and should do much better. Outside of the Jew- Editorial From "Jewish Criterion," ish group few, if any, of the alien Pittsburgh, Pa. groups have been helped by disinter- A COMMUNITY SEDER - ested agencies in acquiring a knowl- edge requisite for proper perform- ance of the duties of American citi- zenship. The Federations of Jewish Charities in our various cities, the National Council of Jewish Women, and the Hebrew Sheltering Aid So- ciety have been generous and cheer- ful in taking upon themselves re- sponsibilities which the government should have been glad to undertake, and which, in the new conception of the goversinuit's rsponsibility towards the alien, will undoubtedly induce it to consider in any proposed revisions of the immigration laws. MacDIARMID'S TO MOVE. MacDiarmid's chocolate house, lo- cated for many years at 211 Wood- ward 'avenue, in the Wright-Kay building, will move about May 1st to a temporary location at 239 Wood- ward avenue, in the Aunis Fur build- ing, corner Clifford' street. Duripg occupancy of this temporary store, the fountain service will be discon- tinued. Complete aSSorttnents of I\f acDiardmid's freshly cooked candies will he: carried at all times. The an- nouncement of Macrharmids,greater chocolate house will lie made these columns shortly, however plans have been completed sufficiently tia an- nounce it will compar in size and splendor with the finest in America. The usual candy and fountain service will he retarlied at the other Mac- Diarmid. stores in the city. With appropriate ceremonies and with the pastors of the various Chris. tian churches participating,- the cor- nerstone for the new synagogue of the Congregation of Temple Israel was laid at Wichita Falls, Tex., last week. Rabbi David .Goldberg is in charge of the congregation. \Ve like the Detroit idea of a "i 'nullity Seder" when hundred; of members of congregations gathered on the second night of the l'assover and, tinder the direction of Rabbi Franklin. of Beth El, conducted an inspiring and impressive ceremonial. \Ve believe in "Community of ef- fort . ' along these lilies. \1'e are glad that the Confirmation receptions this year are to be a cum- in:I:My event. All this is a step in the right direction. In Detroit it seems that the community spirit has been developed to a large degree. It is noticeable in the fact that the Detroit community has only one 11'nai Brith Lodge, which does won- derful work. It is co-operative effort that counts for the most in the end. Unity of action that promotes a deep- e r communal feeling; that lirtngs out the social responsibility that one owes to his neighbor; that is' the 'sort of thing that should he encouraged In every city. We hope that the plan of a community Seder,will be adopted in this city; it would he a wonder- fully inspiring °cession, of that We are sure. And it would be . extremely valuable in developing a deeper un- derstanding of the meaning of Pesach ancrwoUld unquestionably. "train" parr colts to hold the seder ceremony in their own homes IcSs self-consciously and with a greater degree of earnest- nes,. \Ve commend the thought to our local leathers. Saul Drucker. for nearly six years head of the Betsy Levy Memorial Home at Baltimore, Md., has recent- ly resigned his'position to accept the superintendency of a Boston orphan- age. Before going to Baltimore Mr. Drucker was'in charge of the Marks Nathan Orphans' Home at Chicago, Ill. it 03101 11,1 1 , 1 1 HARM Do You Know the Secret of Essex Leadership? It is the New Light Type With Big Car Ability. Can Any Light Car Rival Its Speed, Power or Endurance? Lightness today is an overwhelming advan- tage in a motor car, provided it means no for- feit of fine performance, endurance or distinc- tive appearance. Yet, prior to the Essex, what car combined all these qualities? There were light cars to be sure. But none to meet the requirements of those who exact the highest standards of ability, comfort and good looks. Had such a type existed, Essex could not have won such swift dominance. It could have set no world's selling record as it did, with a greater total paid for Essex than for any car ever brought out in its first year. The very suddenness of its success shows how its qualities commandeered attention. For men are not quick to buy a car that time has not proved. And the Essex came unknown. Merit was its only advocate for recognition. Its quality was instantly obvious. In looks, in action, its appeal was dynamic. And it drew immediate response from all classes of motor users. Almost Doubles Light Car Endurance They found ability, speed and power before believed impossible in a light car. Now see how Essex has justified all the fine things that have been said in its praise. An Essex stock chassis set the official world's 50- hour endurance record of 3,037 miles, In three tests it travelled 5,870 miles averaging above a mile a minute. An Essex stock tour- ing car also holds the world's 24-hour road record of 1,061 miles. To those who had owned light rais, the Essex was a revelation. It gave them a new sensation of stability and power. They found charm of appearance, riding ease, and pride of ownership that comes from possession of a car they know none can surpass in perforr•ance. The Dominant light Car By Official Proof People accustomed to fine car qualities recognize in the light Essex, all the perform- ance, comfort and good looks that formerly were regarded excxlusive to large, costly cars. And with it Essex brings advantage of the light type. These compel consideration. They consist not only of important economies, but of greater handling case, safety and convenience. Parking for large cars is becoming an increas- ingly difficult problem. So, too, is their manip- ulation in heavy traffic. The light car clearly shows its value in greater nimbleness. The common sense facts prove it from every angle, the type for all-round usefulness. When you know the appeal of the Essex you will scarcely be content to drive another car. THE BEMB-ROBINSON COMPANY 286 East Jefferson Ave. Main 3786 Members D. A. D. A.—Responsible Automobile Dealers Who Sell Only Reliable Cars Kennen — Jansen. Mt. Clemens, Mich. Highland Auto Sales Co., Highland Park Birmingham Garage, Birmingham, Mich. Thompson Auto Company, 99 Pitt St., West, Windsor.. Ont. Morrison Motor Sales Co., Wyandotte, Mich. Standard Garage Company, Pontiac, Mich. U.. ,t1 Mani ' W M IMOD MN. "FLOWERS OF JUDEA." rr Members of the Flowers of Judaea were guests of Mr. and Mrs. B. NI. Sussman, 3,111 East Ferry avenue, Monday e vening, .A aril 19. A short business meeting preceded the pro- gram of the evening. Four buys of the Shaarey choir featured the program. The quartet consists of Masters Kalmon, , Sach se, So mor Horowitz. Abraham Schreiber and Boris Raphael. Violin solos were rendered by Master Mor- ris Harris, and Nlis: Ethel Wolfe gave an exhibition of classical danc- ing. meeting will be in the ! home of Miss R. T. Hanelsky, 2 ,9 F.; st Kirby avenue. Girls, 13 y of age. are especially invited to sHt the club. The next SPRING COATS AND WRAPS ARE ORIGINAL IN DESIGN Wraps are all so charming that the moat strenuous part of a purchase Is choosing a model. when all models balk so well. The 1920 vanes are responsible for a good deal of the excitement. There Is a certain Independent swing and sway In Its picturesqueness. it freedom express- ed In charms of cloth or silk. While they have their definite limitations they man- age to effect a decided degree of unusual- ness. B. Siegel Co. show an Interesting and varied gown of coats and wraps for day and evening wear. Taffeta and satin have their list of favored material: tine wool Bolivia, Camel's Hair (loth and Eng- lish coatings are In the favored 1 . 13.: embroidery, shirring and cording enpart the decorative note. A cape of Taffeta in nieinn pink and lavender with a little cooled whirring about the )oke a cleverly draped hood or lining of chiffon In either pink or lawn-. der or flowered In beautiful harmonizing hues In as charming and serviceable a wrap for *mauler evenings as one could desire. Another model shown by this firm represents an equally desirable wrap. The Material is old' blue satin and it IS shirred on cords about the shoulders and fails In hmse flowing lines below. The high soft collar is draped about the shoulders. The Wrap Is faced with black. routs and coat capes are found here fashioned (rem satin or rhormeuse as are the modish capes. Satin Is enjoying a impularity exceptional at this time. Eve- ning coats of all kinds are made from satin, and the decorative inueli, Is lin- trrIffeitrs -of otnProttlawir of one kind nr another, sluice this (stin -, does not lend Itself as readily as does taffeta to corded shirring. Putting.. etc. A very smart automobile rape Is of old blue velour. the back of which Is draped In a long hood effect. There ht embroid- ery and fringe trimming. Another au- tomobile wrap Is made in cape effect In front and side. The material is black and brown check velour. One of the best models noted recently at Siegel's is a cloth cape-coat made of blue grey cloth, with high roiling collar sr.d shawl revears, which fasten at the line below the waist. The lower part of this wrap is attached to the upper part at the stile and back with ehirred•full- ness, under a wide heading.—Adv. Knight Motors Inc. Announce The First Detroit Showing of the Knight America's Only Knight Six In New and Exclusive Salesrooms at , 1187-89 WOODWARD . AVE. Distributors of Sleeve-Valve Direction Thomas H. Walker.