saw awes • axiom M elm • ,c) Detroit Jewish Chronicle SECTION TWO ed VOL. 42, NO. 40 _and The Legal Chronicle STATE SECTION DETROIT, MICHIGAN, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 4, 1940 10 Cents Single Copy; $3.00 per Yea, A Dedication to Tolerance and Good Will The Detroit Jewish Chronicle dedicates this annual New Year issue to the cause of good will among men and to the effort for the perpetuation of a spirit of brotherhood and tolerance as the sacred duty of all Americans. At a time when nations are being uprooted, countries destroyed, the capitals of great govern- ments devastated by brutal forces which have disrupted the peace of Europe, it is a great re- sponsibility to reaffirm the principals for which we, in this country, stand ; and to strengthen the foundations for liberty and tolerance in our midst. The outstanding Americans whom we have invited to participate in the symposium conducted in the columns of this special holiday issue are as one in their expressions of a desire to see the American principles vindicated and strengthened, and the spirit of our Bill of Rights made a force for the entire world to benefit. By the HON. ARTHUR H. VANDENBERG United States Senator from Michigan Once more I am privileged to take advantage of The Detroit Jewish Chronicle's generosity in per- mitting me to extend my Rosh Hashonah greetings to my cherished Michigan friends of the Jewish race. Never has there been a sinister moment in the story of modern times when we all would more fervently hope and pray for the reality of a "NEW YEAR" in the lives of all peoples, all races, and all faiths. The Jew, whose spirit has been unquench- able through the centuries and still is, has parti- cularly suffered from the conquest and the intoler- ance of this black era. But all liberty-lovers every- where—regardless of their ethnic or their spiritual roots—have their full share of anxiety and woe and sacrifice in the presence of world calamity. We are partners in a common sorrow, in a common dedication, and in a common purpose to redeem the precious things of life. This fraternity of in- terest must produce a fraternity of action. What- ever the "NEW YEAR" holds of salvation for the rest of the world, we in America must once more— and more earnestly than ever—highly resolve that it shall witness no breach in our own solidarity of thought and of loyalty to the individual liberties in our Bill of Rights and to those invincible freedoms of speech, of religion, of assemblage and of indi- vidual independence which make our beloved land the blessed of all time. Bore than ever we must guard against the hatreds and the prejudices which could divide us among ourselves. United we stand; divided we fall. Like the Unknown Soldier—who may be of any race, any religion, any creed, any stratum of life — each citizen of this still free America is entitled to full membership in our so- ciety of patriots on the basis of his own proof of his own fidelities. But we dare grant no place to any others. "NEW YEAR'S DAY"—whether that of the Jew or that of any other faith—invites us to search our hearts and nice our resolutions. It is particularly solemn process in this dark hour. We who are not Jews can borrow the occasion to Join with those who are in a prayer to the Infinite God that we may all be worthy of our institutions and our heritage, and that this NEC YEAR may re- deem both democracy and the brotherhood of man. "No one could tell me where my soul might be, I searched for God, and God eluded me, I sought my brother out, and found all three!" Our dedication is part of a secred task for all Americans. It becomes a duty for all creeds, people of all national origins. By achieving it we help to make America great. On the occasion of the Jewish New Year 5701, we pray that the cause of true Brotherhood may triumph in this great land and throughout the world. Mayor Jeffries Sends Greeting To Detroit Jews 'A Solemn Process in Dark Hour' Senator Vandenberg Expresses Hope That This New Year May Redeem Democracy and the Brotherhood of Man Together, as Americans, Jews and Chris- tians, we can accomplish this task. By achieving it we eradicate hatred in our midst and establish true brotherhood and an ideal Americanism. By making this Good Will movement real, we bring to fruition the words of an ancient singer— I welcome the opportunity to express through the columns of your paper my greeting to the Jewish people of Detroit on the occasion of Rosh Hashonah. In the observance of this High Holy Day period, I am informed, it is the custom of the partici- pants to rededicate themselves to the highest ideals they know. It is well to set apart definite times for serious contemplation of tilos? standards which make for hunian betterment. My kind regards and best wishes for a Happy New Year. Sincerely yours, EDWARD J. JEFFRIES, .IR. Mayor New Year Message From the Governor By Hon. LUREN D. DICKINSON First Lady of the Land Scuds Greetings to Jews of Michigan THE WHITE HOUSE WASHINGTON August 12, 1940 My dear Mr. Slomovitz: I any glad to have the opportunity to send greetings to your readers on your Rosh Hashonah. I firmly believe that the success of our democracy depends on the real religion of our people and our earnest desire to live up to its teaching of the brother- hood of man. This has never been more important than it is today, and I pray that all of us will live according to the teachings of God and accept our full responsibility for our brothers. With every good wish, I am Very sincerely yours, (Signed) ELEANOR ROOSEVELT May Jewish New Year Bring Surcease from Horrors I am happy to extend my heartiest greetings to the Jewish Chronicle and the many fine citi- zens it serves with distinction. Every fai•-minded person who believes in the American ideals of liberty must extend to his fel- By the HON. HAROLD L. ICKES low citizens of whatever race, Secretary of the Interior color, or creed, the same spirit of tolerance and understanding On the eve of your New Year, may I join my fellows in ex- that he desires for himself. tending greetings and felicitations to all Jewish citizens. No one can deny the values We who are the citizens of a country built by the people and of Jewish achievement, nor fail maintained for them, at the coming of a New Year can well take to be mindful of Jewish contribu- stock of the blessings that have been ours. We can at this time tions toward advancement of the resolve solemnly to do those things and to take the steps necessary human race. to assure that our heritage will remain intact for us and our chil- It is my privilege, as Governor, dren. to extend most sincere best Today a great part of the world is engaged in a mortal struggle. wishes to the Jewish citizens of In the face of great dangers, threatened by infections which seep Michigan. across all boundaries, we must firmly resolve to protect our people our way of life. We must confound those who would destroy our peace and abridge our opportunities. A Message Written Specially for Readers of The Detroit _Jewish Chronicle New Year Message From Sen. Brown By HON. PRENTISS M. BROWN U. S. Senator from Michigan Permit me to extend at this festival season of Rosh Hashonah to all those of Jewish faith throughout Michigan and the United States my cordial and heartfelt good wishes for a hap- py and contented New Year. I am mindful of the important part this race has played in the af- fairs, not only of our nation but the entire world. I join with you in the hope that the New Year will bring to the Jews and all other religious, economic or racial minorities a surcease from the horrors which now afflict them. I join in your prayers that the sun soon may shine once more upon all of the peoples at peace with one another. Sen. Taft Greets Jews of Michigan By THE HON. ROBERT A. TAFT United States Senator From Ohio May I take this opportunity to extend to you and to your leaders my sincere best wishes for the coming year. May it bring renewed hope for a just and lasting peace and a renewal of good will and tolerance among all nations, races and creeds.