A merica Prisk periodical Carter CLIFTON ATIN01 - CINCINNATI ao, OMIO 'ME oossedsw....■■ Gedalyah the Fiddler Adapted from Sholom AsCh's Yiddish Story, "A Dinah." By MORRIS CLARK in his right hand, and ex- claimed: sword "I ant 'Bar Kochba,' the hero of the Jew s, The whole world trembles at my feet." At that moment a gendarme and little town Biela, near War- dramatic dub. Every member paid two armed Cossacks on horseback I the low, there lived a young man known down 10 kopeken as initiation fee, swooped down upon the players. Our to the community as "Gedalyah the and they were to pay five kopeken a hero threw away his sword and fled Fiddler." Gedalyah was a man of week to cover the expenses of the for his life. The king and his retinue many trades. His main income he production of "Bar Kochba." Every followed him as swiftly as their feet -il from giving violin lessons. Saturday afternoon they held their could carry them. • gesdes, he used to run a circulating rehearsals in the woods on t he out- Poor Dinah did not manage to es- Wooly, lending to the young folks skirts of the town. label was made cape and was caught red-handed by in town the latest Jewish novels. Ile Regisseur and Gedalyah taught them the officers of the law. She was ar- slso installed a gramophone in his the musical numbers. load dis- rested and tried for conspiracy house and his customers when call- tributed the parts and took for him- against the Czar, and finally sen- g mfr hooks would drop two kope- self the leading part of "Bar Koch- tenced to death. i n ken in the slot to hear "Dem Rebbes ha." The sad fate of "Dinah" gave Ge- . Gedalyah was to play the funny dalyah amplematerial for a new pa- Sion." An additional source of in- troit, he had from the young lovers role of "Papus," a very suitable role thetic song, which he called, "When in t o wn, for whom he used to write for him. Ile was cross-eyed and you think of Death, your life is nut love letters. hunch-backed; he only hail to paste worth a pickled onion." It began Ills rates for writing such letters on a little yellow beard and he looked with Gedalyah's usual opening line: ried. For the average plain love a typical "Papus." v a "Boruch Brom," the tallest and "Ile who wants to hear a sad story letter he charged 20 groshen; for one Must be prepared to weep; intended to rekindle a fading love he most robust among them, was chosen charged half a ruble, but for one of to i play "Cesar," the king. The cast The one I'm about to tell you all they now'; Will haunt you in your sleep.' 'as almost complete s tragic character, such us writing was —Hebrew Standard. ceded woo someone to play "Dinah," to a sweetheart a pathetic farewell of the girls letter before committing suicide, he heroine. But 11000 eft qualified to undertake such a through unreciprorated affection, he iflicult role. It WW1, therefore, de- demanded not less than a ruble. 'lleil that as experiential "Dinah" Besides being a musician, a libra- e brought from Warsaw, and all the rian sad a romantic scribe, Gedalyah bad 0 passionate fondness for writ- m embers agreed to pay an extra ta x ing lyrics. Every happening of im- 0 f 15 kopeken each to cover the ad- portance--a broken engagement, a (I aloha' expense in order t h at the .1 E R l' SALE:M.—O. T. A.)—Nego- reduction might be the talk of the divorce, or a tragic death of a de- tiations fur the acquisition by the Pale serted bride fould always be fol own. - estine government of the whole rail- lowed by a song from Gedalyeh's The follownig day Gedalyah and laibel went to Warsaw in search of way line stretching from Kentaro, at pen. His home became the rendezvous a prima donna. It dill not bike long the Suez Canal, to Haifa, in northern PALESTINE TO GET NEW RAILWAY LINE; TO COST $2,400,000 b PAGE TIMIS itonfEwksii Rox Club Notes Young Judaea YOUNG JUDAEA PLANNING NEW YEAR'S ACTIVITIES Plans are under way in local Young Judaea for a series of activities in the , ranks that will attract the old us well as the young. The new administration, with Solo. mon Levin as president, is planning to arrange for monthly entertain- ments that are to be given in various sections of the city for the entire community. There is also to be a series of debates and plays. The progress shown in the ranks during the past year is expected to be excelled this year, in that a num-1 bee of new leaders are to be recruited I from the ranks of former Young Ju- daeans. It is expected that at least 10 more new clubs will he organized this year. B'nos Rachel. The 11'nes Rachel Saturday even- ing celebrated the club's first anni- versary at the home of Eva Yaker, 306 Theodore street. An interesting program included the history of the' club by Rose Block, a prophecy and Hebrew recitation by Henrietta Kat- zer. Leaders who addressed the club, in- cluding Miss Lattie Cantzevitz, the club leader, were Miss Mary Caplan and Samuel Zellman. Reuben Cohen represented the Knights of Judaea and delivered a few brief congratula- tory remarks on behalf of his club. Gamey, refreshments and dancing fol- lowed the program. it for roost of the young shoemaker and before the two "impresarios" return- l'alestine, are in progress now he- tween the British military authorities tailor apprentices. They gathered ed with a dainty little damsel hired She and the Egyptian government on the there not only to borrow the latest to play the part of "Dinah." Yiddish novels, but also in quest of was elegantly dres,ed and attracted one hand and the Palestine Civil nit- Gedalyah's new songs. As soon as much attention with her p i n k s ilk ininistration and the British military 11e comprised a new song they would tockings and brown satin slippers. authorities on the other. Stars of Judaea. A total of 160,000 pounds will he quickly learn it and sing it all over ; he wore a large hat trimmed with required for the acquisition of the The Stars of Judaea, at the last town. Mothers would sing them as h ears of oherries, and her golden line, which is divided into two parts. meeting, held at the synagogue on lullahys, and sewing girls would ,mrls dangled down the back of her The forincr,belonging to the Egyptian Ferry and Hastings streets, elected drown the humming of the Singer 1 leek. She also made herself con. government, extends from Eantara to the following new officers: Morris machines with Gedalyah's "latest s picuous by her abundant display of Rohl along the Mediterranean coast. Polinsky, president; Max Shioyitz, bits." i evvelry— large earrings, brooch"", The latter stretches front front Rafe to vice-president; Morris Kosak, secre- I One day, Laibel, the cnpmaker, one bracelets and diatmital rings. She Ilaifa. The entire line was built by tory; Harry Levine, treasurer. The li Sr Gedalyah's young admirers, re- t out: the town by storm. Everyone the British army during the "push" program for this Saturday evening . turned from Warsaw. lie was dressed pointed a finger at her and whispered beginning 1915 and which ended in will include a discussion of Tisha according to the latest style and took t o each other: "A new Dinah!" 1918 with the virtual annihiliation by It'Ab and a review of the life of the the town by storm. He made him- Gedalyah had a spare room in General Allenhys army of the Turk- self particularly popular with the which he accommodated the printia ish forces It is understood that the late Professor Israel Friedlaender, the latter topic by Harry Levine. boys and girls of Cedalyah's clien- donna during her stay there. Man Y Egyptian government will surrender tele by singing one of the new songs members of the club visited her daily its part of the line to the British • that he had learned at the Jewish showering her with flowers, candle a army for 240,000 pounds and that the theater in Warsaw. and perfumes. The new actress wa a military administration will sell to the The one entitled "Fun Brick in bewildered by the host of visitors Palestine government the northern • (Concluded from page 1.) Wanner" told a pathetic story of a some of them complimenting her o n part of the line for a similar amount. young girl who was disappointed in her beauty, others on her talent. rem Hayesod on May 11, 1922, he love and jumped from the bridge into Gedalyah himself presented her with wrote: the river. All the girls wept bitterly a volume of Simmer's "Der Framer "I am very glad to express my ap- over the victim's sad fate, and the Writer," one of the most interesting proval and hearty sympathy for the young men in town learned a moral novels in his collection. Everyone effort of the Palestine Foundation NEW YORK.—(J. T. A.)—Senator Fund, in behalf of the restoration of lesson. tried to engage her in conversation— One evening after sunset a crowd the topics ranged from Cie Dreyfus Nathan Straus, Jr., has the best vot- Palestine as a homeland for the Jew- of young folks gathered before Ge- affair to the coming of the Messiah. ing record of any senator from New ish people. I have always viewed with dalyah's house reviewing Gedalyhah's Her witty sayings and musical gig- York City in the State Senate, and an interest, which I think is quite as latest songs and comparing them gles fairly captivated them all. Great five of nine Assemblymen from New much practical as sentimental, the with those Laibel, the capmaker, had commotion prevailed in town. Crowds York City whose records are meritori- proposal for the rehabilitation of brought from Warsaw. Laibel, him- of people began to stream from ous are Jews. Palestine; and the restoration of a These facts are lathered from the real Jewish nationality, and I hope self, was there and told them how every corner to Gedulyah's house wonderful they were when' e heard to obtain tickets for the com- report of the legislative committee of the effort now being carried on in the Citizens' Union—a non-sectarian, this and other countries in this behalf them sung by professional actors at ing performance of "Bar Kochba.' r the theater. He also told them that Young and old, single and married non - partisan organization which may meet the fullest measure of suc- be was personally. on intimate terms men, left their works and their hothes studies the records of all the mem- cess." with all the star actors and that he to get a glance at the new actress. bers of the New York Legislature, The national appeal for Jewish re- had once played a small part in "lia . : But the older men eyed the excite- . In the Assembly the highest praise lief also received the endowment of went to Assemblyman Joseph Stein- the late President. In a message to Kochba." ment with keen suspicion, for they This conversation led to a proposal were loyal subjelts of the Czar, and berg, Republican member from the David A. Brown on Nov. 19, 1921, by one of the crowd to organize a a rumor reached them that some 15th Manhattan district. Two other he wrote: dramatic club and play "Bar Koch- mysterious woman had arrived from Republicans, Assemblyman Sol Ull- "It is a pleasure to communicate ba." Everyone was very enthusiastic Warsaw who was raising funds and man and Assemblyman Victor Kauf- to you and your associates the assur- man, and two Democrats, Assembly- ance of my unqualified approval of over the proyet, and immediately all plotting against the government. men ,Maurice Bloch and Samuel the young folks present formed a They had even learned that "Boruch Rosenman, were also placed on the the great effort you are Making in behalf of the suffering and unfortun- Brenn" was to be the new king. They honor list. ate Jewish people bf Europe. The regarded it as a Mitzvah to warn the In speaking of the record of Sena- "The Most Popular .11 authorities of the• conspiracy, and presentation of their case which tor Straus, the report says: have come to my attention have im- Quality Automobile." they decided to report it to police "Senator Straus, of all the Sena- pressed me profoundly, and it is good headquarters. tors from the city, made the best rec- to know that such an organization After several rehearsals in Gedal- ord of votes and introduced legislation your own is continuing the splen- yah's house, a general rehearsal was of the highest character. Of sixty-six HS did work that in the past has been held, with the entire cast and, chorus roll calls analyzed by the Citizens' so very fruitful of humane and in full costume anti make-up, at their Union on bills of importance, he was praiseworthy results. usual meeting place in the woods. credited with fifty-seven votes in the "I trust that the effort in which Upon a little hill chosen as a stage, public interest and nine against it. Al- you are now engaged will have the Selling for there stood a big arm-chair, the lowing for the fact that he was doubt- fullest measure of success." liAkITRAMCK CHEVROLET throne of the king, in which "Boruch lessly recorded for some bad bills on SALES CO. His Letter to Dr. Franklin. Brent)" sat majestically with a hel- short roll calls which he would have On Sept. 20, 1921, on the occasino 11440 Jos. Cemp•u met on his head and an officer's red voted against had he been present, this of the cornerstone laying of the new Office Phone: Hemlock 8566 cloak on his shoulders. The chorus, is an unusual reword." Temple Beth El of Detroit, the Presi- Re.. Phones Hemlock 731-W Senator Benjamin Antis of the in soldiers' uniform, was stationed , to dent wrote to Dr. Leo M. Franklin: the right aid the left of the king. Bronx was also accorded honorable "Having the most pleasant recol- They sang the opening chorus with mention for his voting record. lection of my meeting with you great dash, ending up jubilantly with the Central Conference of American A child must not stand or sit in "L live Caesar, our noble King" Rabbis last spring, I am writing this 1021-490. One of the MO.( en"- In a distant corner stood Gedalyah, the place which his father is in the note to congratulate you and your' Hamilton omiral care for transportation. Good made on as "Papus," flirting with habit of occupying. Ile must not con- congregation on the occasion of the bargain. swum, top. tire*, etc., at • "Dinah." The latter wore a crown tradict his father, and when he names cornerstone laying of the new house respect, of REO DETROIT BRANCH on her head and held a big spear in him he must use a term of worship of Temple Beth El. L TI E HOME OF GOOD USED CARS her hand. Then "Bar Kochba" ap- such as '"thy honored father."—The "The occasion seems to be an ap- 4104 Woodward at Alexandrine Glendele 3178 Glendale 151711 propriate one for a recognition of the Open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday Evenings preached the king, wielding a big Talmud. great contribution of our Jewish population to the advancement of our common country. The Jew in Amer- ica, has not only been a particularly industrious and useful citizen, but has demonstrated an unswerving na- tional loyalty and patriotism. The appointment call Roseville 39.W• race has given us a fine example of ting away from its religious moor- 2 rings. the broad charity and generous toler- ings. It needs a revival of the sin- ance that must be the invariable aim cere conception of personal relation- FOR RENT=Nicely furnished room ship of God to man, and of man to of our people. for gentleman. Mrs. Eisenberg, FOIL SALE-10 year lease and fur- "Comprising, as oar citizenship God; a restoration of faith in the 3836 Brush, Phone Melrose 3793-J. niture title; 22-family apartment, does; representatives of so many fundamentals that are eternal. $16,.500; $6,500 Will handle; annual races and creeds, it is obvious that "Feeling thus and recognizing the net income $1,800; 1 14 mite circle. only by the exercise of such an atti- I great debt that other religions owe Write Detroit Jewish Chronicle, lade can we hope to establish a truly I to the Ilebrew faith, I • would have Box 694. • Whether they knew it or not, spec- . ational conception of citizenship and been glad to avail myself of the op- national portunity which you have tendered, tutors' ot Wednesday night's perform- its duties." FOR SALE-- Winona ave. home, g ance of "The Awakening," being And more recently, on Jan. 22, to express somewhat my conviction roorps; must be seen to be appre- 19.23, on the occasion of the Golden in this vital department of human tgain $18,000; $5,000 given at Davison avenue and Dexter ciated; boulevard, saw an 'achievement in Jubilee Convention of the Union of concern. The world needs the re- down. Wiite Detroit Jewish Chron- American Hebrew Congregations, newed assurance of faith in the Al- pyrotechnics never before done, or icle, Box 712. mighty, and the tranquility which even considered possible. Secretary President (larding wrote: "Receipt from your committee of comes of that faith. YOUNG MAN desires home with pH- N. C. hapman of Shadukiam Grotto "There'will be,among those taking the cordial invitation to the Golden Modern, had expressed the wish that an air- Refined. family. •vate Jubilee dinner of the Union of Artier- part in your notable commemoration Write Jewish Chronicle, Ban 613. plane and a dirigible balloon could be ican Hebrew Congrcortions imposes many better able than I to present shown in fireworks in "battle" and on me a duty which brings both cm- these thoughts, no I can express no FOR RENT-Nicely furnished" room W. J. Collins, manager of the gath- barrassment and regret. Embarrass- more sincere wish shah that the gath- • for one or • teen gentlemen with Thearle-Duffield Fireworks Com- ment, because at one time I made ering may inspire nom . ° of them to private family on Clairmount near pany, who are producing the pyro . pow, vou a tentative promise to partici- valet in words of LaSalle Blvd. I'hone Garfield technics 'for. the spectacle, said he ate on this occasion if personal er the cur- thought conviction I have sought and to con- would have itproduced. Another 4023.W. cumstances would permit; regret that vey." member of the organization, being The messages here quoted are ren. I am to be denied the pleasure I an- FOR RENT—Nicely furnished room present, soid he had seen the stunt ticipated. The illness of Mrs. Hard- resentative selections of the friendly for refined young lady or gentle- tried but that it could not be done, ing, which for several months has thoughts expressed by our late Presi. and a wager was placed. All day man. Call Glendale 2166-M. rendered impossible any engagement dent for our people. Warren Gams- Wednesday the fireworks men plan- requiring me to travel outside Wash- lie( Harding has written his name nut FOR RENT — Furnished room in ned and worked, with the result that ington, continues to interpose the only in American history but alas in modern steam heated flat with on Wednesday evening the 10,000 same obstacle, and therefore compels world Jewish history. and Jewry joms small family, 297 Medbury. Phone spectators at "The Awakening" saw me to ask you to excuse me. the citizens of the United Stat•-s. in a "battle" in between an Empire 33024. "I had honed to take part in this mourning the loss of a great friend, "airplane" in full flight and a "dirig- commemoration because it seemed to ible," outlined in fireworks, which RENT—Six large rooms. FLAT TO afford occasion for saying some Uhper. 395. 2148 W. Grand Blvd. brought cheers and "oos" and "oohs' . things which have been much in my ('hone Garfield 57304 or North• ending in a terrific explosion of the thoughts of late. One of the marvel' "dirigible." Mr. Collins accomplished way 3617. of humanity's story has been the and Detroiters saw what had been 81.11)APF.ST.—(.1. T. A.)—The strength and persistence of the Jew- FOR RENT—TWo individual nicely considreed impossible, and Mr..Col- faith and a continuing influence tidal report of the Hungarian census furnished bedrooms. 142 Connec- lins won his wager. and power of the Jewish people. 1 of 1920 shows that there are 473,310 ticut Ave. cannot but feel that these things are Jewe out of the total ponulation of A son' must, if necessahy. feed and in large measure owing to the He- 7,608,971. According to these figures FURNISHED ROOM — Philadelphia upport his parenta.—The Talmud. ■ gain is Tulaticn shows West, near Twelfth St. Comfort- brew conception of a personal God the Jewish p Ind of the individual accountability the !ant decade rf only 11^6. • ' able room for gentleman with pri- men and women. There is evident A total of 10.0)0 le vs &hand red , rate fatally: Phone Garfield 4418-R. olomst everywhere in the world the Judaism during the teo years, seer I- -1 ourInt. Juit mit of the Wild . hop hop. A beautl'ul carmine with -Ohnlet gene) for a restoration of the soul of 'ng to De census figures. Pis is FOR RENT—Furnisheel room in com- lev doml tires. motor mid .le. You fortable home. Reasonable. Etn- .ellttfrois devotion: for individual con- given officially as the reason ( -rr lie mieriwiate lb* value without Hy- n re 535241 ing It.. serration to that ideal of religion small gain in tramlation vn by the --- give Jews. In Jewish circles, hove er, the able to wrich'recognizes it as CONVALESCENT patients will be somethng that neither :ositriatism oxplonaticns for the e mparati e'y TH' r•rr.” rt. "430D USED CAM taken care of in a private Jewish ever afford. The 'mall growth is attrihetecl to t'e con- IIW Wealwanl at Alexasdr:e. 10t rink virtue can country home. Lake S lore drive, (1:0solole 81711 human race, or certainly rent and tinuous expulsion of Jens by the ge.- N. Gordon stop, East Jefferson. For • ernment. potential sections of it, hagbeen get- NI I I u FRIEND OF ISRAEL FIVE OF NINE "HONOR" ASSEMBLYMEN JEWISH ABRAHAM H. MAX -when Co. al: Main Store—HIGH at HASTINGS CHEVOLET TOURING at Philadelphia Warren W. at Thirtieth Oakman Blvd. at Davison -:- CLASSIFIED -:- ALL FURS "THE AWAKENING" at Bong fide Reductions In Our 30th Annual August Sale Buy with Confidence at Fur Headquarters JEWISH GAIN IS SMALL IN HUNGARIAN CENSUS (Established 1887) Newton Annis REO 6-CYLINDE R,. 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