Friday, December 14, 1945 THE JEWISH NEWS Page Eighteen Weekly Review of the News of the World (Compiled From Cables of Independent Jewish Press Service) (See Also Page 3) PALESTINE Lt. Isaac Ben Aaron, Palestine Jewish volunteer and a former prisoner of war in Germany, has been detained by military au- thorities following his speech last week at a session of Assephath Hanivcharim, Lower House of Jewish Palestine's Parliament. Lt. Ben Aaron, a member of Givat Haim, described the brutality of the police and the military in the raid on his settlement, • during which seven Jews were killed. On a 50 day pre- demobilization furlough, he has been detained on the ground that still being in the army, he had no right to deliver political speeches. Jewish leaders claim it was not a political speech and he merely related events to which he had been ' an eyewitness. A clash occurred at Kvuzath Hermonim, a settlement in the vicinity of Tiberias, be- tween Jewish • settlers and neighboring Arabs, who trespassed on Hermonim land and began ploughing it. Seven members, of Hermonim and several trespassers were injured in the scuffle. Measures on how to deal with "illegal" Jewish immigration engage the constant atten- tion of the Palestine Government, Chief Secre- tary J.V.W. Shaw, highest ranking member of the Administration after the High Commis- sioner declared at his monthly press confer- ence in Tel Aviv with editors of Arab and Jewish newspapers. OVERSEAS A total of 2,482 Jews from Britain and 8,507 Jews from the United States emigrated to Palestine between 1922 and 1944, Colonial . Secretary Hall stated in reply to a query by Wilson Harris, M.P. Asked by Harris, whether it would be fair to conclude from those figures that the average Jew in Britain and the United States had no desire for a "national home," Hall replied that the questioner "must draw his own conclusion." Colonial Secretary Hall, replying to a query, said that he regrets to announce that eight Jews were killed and 63 are believed to have been injured, while 65 soldiers and 16 policemen were injured, none fatally, in "incidents" in Givat Haim and other settle- ments last week. (Jews have estimated the number of wounded Jews as "about 90".) Birobidjan, the autonomous Jewish prov- ince in Eastern Siberia, which for years was chiefly an agricultural district, is now taking the lead in post war industrial development in the mineral-rich Far East. A new 'tin mine, discovered during the war by a geologist, Itsikson, is being extensively worked, and a smelting city that will house over 30,000 per- sons, is under construction near the mine. Jews in Japanese prison camps in Singa- pore and ,Siam were able to observe' import- ant Jewish holidays and traditional Jewish customs, during their two and a half years imprisonment, according to reports by Rabbi Chaim Nussbaum, Rabbi of the Jewish con- gregation of Batavia, Java, who was a Japan- ese prisoner from the fall of Java, early in 1942, until the - Japanese surrender last sum- mer. In one PW camp, a small synagogue was built, and Jewish cultural meetings were held frequently. Several Jewish members of the British Communist Party, in London and the provinces, have quit the party in protest against the anti- Zionist policy adopted at the recent Com- munist convention in London. The anti-Zionist resolution was introduced by Jack Gaster, a son of the late Chacham Gaster, former Chief Rabbi of the Sephardic community in London. Fearing new anti-Jewish outbreaks due to an intensive campaign directed by sub- versive forces believed to be acting with the assistance of the Arab League and British intelligence officers operating from. Cairo, hundreds of Jews , are fleeing Tripoli daily in hope of making their way across the Tunis- ian border. The first rally of the newly formed British People's Party, an anti-Semitic, fascist organ- ization led by the Duke of Bedford, broke up in turmoil December 6, as opponents, who con- stituted the majority of the audience chanted in chorus: "We don't want fascism in Britain." The fascist disciples of the Duke hurled back the epitaph: "Go back to Palestine!" The chant against British fascism rose, as the Duke of Bedford, in the midst of his address, de- clared that the war against Germany "was a mistake." The Arab League, through its Secretary General, Azzam Bey, registered with the British Government an official protest against the establishment of a joint Anglo-American Committee of Inquiry on Palestine, and against interim continuation of Jewish immigration into Palestine at 1500 per month. Viscount Samuel Denounces White Paper, Zionist Aims First Palestine High Commissioner Condemns British Policy As Contradiction of Balfour Declaration as House of Lords Debate Issue (Special Cable to the Jewish News) LONDON, (JTA)—A full-dress Cranborne also joined in debate. Queried by Communist MP debate on the Palestine issue took place in the Hous of Lords Philip Piratin why Jewish sol- following the announcement of diers were removed from six air- the Composition of the Anglo- borne division units before they American inquiry commission by moved into Palestine, war min- foreign secretary Bevin, in Com- ister Jack Lawson replied that orders came from the war office mons. Lord Antringham, who—as Sir and applied equally to Jews and Edward' Grigg—was British Min- Moslems. He added that the rea- ister of State in the Middle East, sons are obvious. opened the debate,with an attack on Palestine Jews, charging them 70 Jewish Settlers with "unscrupulous abuse" of Get 3 Months Terms British police ' military services. JERUSALEM, (JTA) — Seven- He said charges against the Brit- ty Jewish settlers and six mem- ish being voiced by the Jewish bers of Jewish settlement police underground radio "voice of who were detained at Emek He- Israel" are a "disgrace to Israel." fer during disturbances a fort- night ago, were sentenced to Denounces White Paper Viscount Samuel, who was the three months. Twelve Jewish first Palestine High Commission- youths who were detained on , er and under whose administra- barges Nov. 24 for allegedly aid- tion Trans-Jordan was separated ing the landing of Jewish "illeg- from Palestine, stated that Trans- al" immigrants were sentenced Jordan should be opened to Jew- to one month's imprisonment. ish immigration. He denounced Five Arabs who attempted en- the White Paper and the man- try to the military camp, Tel Lit- hunt for refugees. The White winsky to "purchase arms" were Paper, he said, was a contradic- shot at by guards. One was kill- tion of the Balfour Declaration ed, one seriously wounded and and was condemned in advance others escaped. by the Peel Commissioner. Samuel emphasized that he considers it a "false step" on the part of Zionists to ask for a Jew- ish State. The Balfour declara- tion, he argued, did not promise a Jewish State, but an opportun- ity to create conditions under which in course of time it might be possible to establish a Jewish WASHINGTON, (JTA) — The State. He denied that Palestine State department Monday told could not absorb more immigr- the Jewish Telegraphic Agency . ants, declaring its population that Jewish refugees from Po- could be doubled or trebled. He land, one in the American zone emphasized that 100,000 Jews in Germany, would be oared for went to their death in gas cham- and will not be expelled. bers in Europe, who could have Spokesman for the department been saved if admitted to Pales- declared that while refugees ar- of War Records of the National tine. riving from Poland obviously are Jewish Welfare Board. Partnership Invitable Creating additional burden for The partnership of the U. S. in U. S. occupying forces, and there- An account of the rapid growth settling the Palestine problem is of the Bnai Brith Hillel Founda- fore not being invited, the offi- tions on American college campus invitable, Samuels said. He op- cial policy nevertheless is to is given by Dr. Abram L. Sachar, posed independence for Palestine keep them once they arrived, and suggested temporary trustee- and not return them against national Hillel director. A tribute to Simon Miller of ship, with Moslem, Jewish and their will to places from which Philadelphia, a president of the Christian communities taking they fled. Jewish Publication Society for Te) charge of their own educational years, completes the section of religious affairs. Lord Strabolgi said the Pales- special articles. Sale—Apartments tine problem would be solved List of Anniversaries only when Palestine is given AMAZING CASH The Review of the Year is. sup- dominion status. He suggested takes refuge in real estate. Lifetime plemented by lists of anniversar- that Britain and the U. S. invite carefree independence is yours if you act promptly before the infla- ies of individuals and institu- Russia to participate in the Anglo- tion boom hits us smack in the face. tions, of Jews wlo were elected American inquiry commission. $15,000 down. Quality 20 apt. 3-5 to important offices or were oth- Lord Chancellor, replying for rms., full the baths, showers, new stoves, new refrig. stoker. Secure' erwise honored, of gifts and be- the government, said that it location. Hamilton-Gen. Motors sect. quests of outstanding men and would not be deflected by Original $120.000 value. Foreclosure women who were taken from our threats and violence from carry- sale now $60,000. midst, and of books of Jewish int- ing out its duty of maintaining Distress, rents; earn 17% net on $40;000 invested. Cream •of Detroit erest published dtiring the year; law and order in Palestine. apts., 34 of 3-5 rms. Beauty, tiled. these constitute a register of Archbishop York and Lord lobby, marble stairs. Secure loca- tion. Collingwood' step . to Hamilton. events of contemporary interest Original $200.000 value. Entire price as well as a record for posterity. only $110.000. See Mr.. Bedford for PAINTING Facts & Figures. The American Jewish Year DECORATING Book, Volume 47, may be ob- PAPERHANGING Homer Warren & Co. tained as one of the membership —Homes - Stores - Offices CA. 0521 DIME BLDG. books of the Jewish Publication- Every Job Insured & Guaranteed Society of America. Abraham Ludwig TY. 6-8348 WE SPECIALIZE IN THE MANAGEMENT OF APARTMENTS TY. '7-4448 Harry Sussman avarian Jews to Get Property, Compensation Not a Protest — But a Curse ! ! ! Not a Plea — But a Challenge ! ! ! MUNICH, (JTA)—The Bavar- Not Resignation — But Fight ! ! ! Not Disillusionment—But Faith ian Ministry of the Interior an- nounced that property seized from Bavarian Jews by the Third Reich will be returned to them. Where property has been des- troyed, the government will pay compensation to the former Jewish owners, the announce- ment said. . U.S. Forces Won't Oust Jews Coming Out of Poland Revusky's Book on 1945.46 Issue of Jewish Year Book Palestine Issued Lists Important Events During 5705 The 1945-46 issue .of the Amer- In a New Edition ican Jewish Year Book, just off Bloch Publishing Co., 31 W. 31st St., deserves commendation for issuing, in revised form, the great work by Dr. A. RevuSky, "Jews in Palestine." • First published in 1934, Dr. Re- vusky's book at once gained fame as the most authoritative work on the subject of Palestine. The revised edition was print- ed from new plates and the en- tire work was brought up to date. Covering the subject complete- ly, without eliminating a single important factor, Dr. Revusky has included in his book the study of Palestinian conditions before the Balfour Declaration; the eco- nomic, political and cultural as- pects of nation-building; the problem of health; the advances made in commerce and industry, and all other issues involved in the Palestinian discussion. Dr. Revusky, whose ' experi- ences politically date back to the days when he was a member of the Cabinet in Lithuania, is one of the outstanding authorities on Palestine and his book is indis- pensible for the Palestine book- shelf. Histadruth Has Grown Frain 5,000 to 150,000 Members HAIFA .(JTA)—In the hall in the Hebrew Technical School here where the Histadruth, the Palestine federation of labor, was born 25 years ago, a festive meet- ing was held to mark the organi- zation's 25th anniversary. Speakers reviewed the Hista- druth's growth from an initial 5.00() to its present 150,000 meinL- bers, and pledged a continued fight to build a Jewish national home in Palestine. the press; reflects the trend of important events in Jewish life during the year 5705. Numbering close to 800 pages, the Year Book contains eight special articles on important phases • of Jewish life, both in this country and abroad. The review of the past year in Jewish life, comprising 22 arti- cles was written by members of the staff of the American Jewish Committee and outside specialists. A special article deals with the untiring and valiant champion- ship of . humanity and justice of President Roosevelt, in the criti- cal period of Jewish history with which his administration coin- cided. It was prepared by Ed- ward N. Saveth, a member of the research staff of the American Jewish Committee. Eye-Witness Story An interest ing biographical sketch of the late Henrietta Szold was written by an eye-witness to her career and an intimate friend, Lotta Levensohn of Jerusalem. Jewish life under the German occupation of France is the long- est article in this volume. The au- thor is Dr. Jacob Kaplan, Acting Grand Rabbi of France and him- self a survivor of the Nazi terror. There is an article on Jewish communities • in Latin American countries by Louis H. Sobel, an executive officer of the Joint Dis- tribution Committee. Jews' Role in War The role played by Jews in World War II is described by Dr. S. C. Kohs, director of the Bureau Jewish Brigade Didn't Violate British Regulations LONDON, (Palcor)—The Jew- ish Brigade observed a 24 hour fast Nov. 19, to demonstrate . its sympathy with the Jews of Eu- rope, but this did not entail a breach of discipline by any of its members, as they all carried out the day's assignments as usual, War Secretary Lawson stated in reply to a question regarding the behavior of the Jewish. troops . . . DEMONSTRATE YOUR SOLIDARITY WITH ERETZ ISRAEL Monday, December 17, 8 P. M. Congregation Bnai Moshe, Dexter & Lawrence - (Social Hall) Speakers: Rabbi Moses Fischer of Cong. Bnai Moshe; Hon. Patrick H. O'Brien, Wayne County Probate Judge; Dr. Joseph Schechtman. former president NZO of Poland; B. Natanyahu, former Editor of the Jerusalem Hayarden; Cantor David Katzman, Cong. Bnai Moshe, will make the Hazkarah and recite psalms. M. Manuel Merzon, Detroit attorney, will preside. Take Up the Quarrel With Britain! ! ! British Stranglehold on Palestine Can Be Broken! ! ! Come, Let Us Join Forces! ! ! NEW ZIONIST ORGANIZATION OF DETROIT 803 Lawyers Bldg., 26 Caspar Boyarsky, See'y Aaron M. Weisbrot, Pres.