Israelis Take Deep Interest in Large Detroit Tourist Group; Reunions Play Important Role in Pilgrimage of 248 Special to The Jewish News TEL AVIV—Many Israelis took a deep interest in the largest single group of tourists to visit the Jew- ish State—the 248 who came from Detroit under the direction of El- liott Elkin. There were many reunions, the . tourists visited with former De- troiters now in Israel, and special ceremonies at Kfar Silver and tree planting by the 50 children in the group on the outskirts of Jeru- salem were highlights of the visit. A few interesting reunions by the Detroiters are reflected in the following facts about their former townspeople now in Israel: * * * Eli Cohen Corner at Kfar Silver The students at Kfar Silver Ag- ricultural Training School, sup- ported and sponsored by the Zion- ist Organiaztion of America, have established a book corner in mem- ory of Eli Cohen. . All the books have been pur- chased through funds raised by the students working after school in nearby Ashkelon. The entire supply of books deals with martyrs of the State of Is- rael and pre-state heroes. Mrs. Cohen and children were present at the unveiling of the plaque naming the corner after their husband and father. The Leon Kay Komisaruk chemi- cal laboratory was dedicated at Kfar Silver during the Detroiters' current visit in Israel. * * * Detroiter Makes Good Mark Davidson, a Central and Wayne State University graduate, is now sales' representative for in- dustries for IBM (Israel) Ltd., in Tel Aviv. He is also president of Hitachdut Olei Amerika V'Kanada MIWZR1MW (Association of Americans and Ca- nadians in Israel). The group, with 18,000 members, 4,000 of them in Tel Aviv, the re- mainder scattered throughout the country, was established for the sole purpose of assisting American and Canadian newcomers to Israel. Davidson states that "the im- migrant from the United States and Canada is enabled through our low interest loans and the help of our members to establish him- self in Israel in a manner he is accustomed to." Further information about the association can be obtained by writing Mark Davidson, 15 Lincoln St., Tel Aviv, Israel. * * * Sol Selman Opens Studio Sol Selman, formerly of Detroit, has accomplished a life-long dream of settling in Israel and opening his own art studio. Selman left Detroit a little over a year ago and has gained fame as one of the better artists in Is- rael today. His studio, located at 89 Water Tower Hill, Afridar-Ashkelon, is one of the favorite spots for tour- ists interested in art. * * * A group of Detroit tourists took time out to go to the new Israel port of Ashdod. They saw the Swedish freighter, Vingaland, dock at the port. It was the first freighter to come to the new port, which was built with the aid of Israel Bond dollars. The Ashdod harbor began to operate the week of the Detroiters' arrival there. The Ashdod harbor is located 28 miles south of Tel Aviv. It will handle 600,000 tons of shipping yearly. Four World Powers Should Join to Guarantee ME Nations' Sovereignty, Eban Tells Histadrut (Direct JTA Teletype Wire to The Jewish News) TEL AVIV — A proposal that the four world powers — the United States, Britain, France and the Soviet Union — combine to guarantee the territorial integ- rity and the sovereignty of the nations in the Middle East was voiced here Monday night by Abba Eban, Israel's deputy prime minis- ter. He said that, as matters stand in this region now, the inaugura- tion of a four-power doctrine in the Middle East is needed to in- sure Israel's continued existence. Eban voiced his proposal as one of the principal speakers at the opening here of the 10th national convention of Histadrut, the Israel Federation of Labor, attended by 801 delegates from the entire country. Other addresses were de- livered by President Zalman Shazar, who was one of the found- ers of Histadrut in 1 9 2 0, and Aharon Becker, secretary-general of Histadrut. A message from Prime Minister Levi Eshkol was read. "The balance of power in the world now is such," Eban said, "that the major powers will not permit changes in the exist- ing frontiers. The Arab coun- tries have been unable to unite for the kind of sustained effort that would be required in a war with Israel. World opinion is against the solution of problems by war." He urged the Arab states to make peace with Israel Swastikas Smeared on Buildings in W. Berlin BERLIN (JTA)—Swastikas were found to have been smeared on the walls of several buildings in the Charlottenburg district of West Berlin. Similar defacements were found in the same area several times in October and November of this year. Thus far, no arrests have been made in connection with these anti- Semitic daubings. An exhibition on Auschwitz was opened here Sunday near the Zoo Station. The site is near the center of this city. i• t o tt r 666 Highest Cleveland Goal CLEVELAND (JTA) — The Jew- ish Welfare Fund Appeal this year will seek to raise $6,220,000 for the highest goal in its history. The figure was adopted by the board of trustees of the Jewish Com- munity Federation, which spon- sors the annual campaign. The 1965 campaign realized $6,070,220 for the greatest total to date. THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS 8—Friday, January 7, 1966 For Some of the best buys on new Pontiacs and Tempests ASK FOR SAUL BERGH AT Packer Pontiac 18650 LIVERNOIS 1 block South of 7 UN 3-9300 BEFORE YOU BUY YOUR NEW BUICK SEE MORRIS BENSMAN AT BOB ARMSTRONG BUICK, INC. 17500 GRAND RIVER 2 Blocks East of Southfield BR 2-2550 FREE CHECKING ACCOUNTS JDC to Give ORT $1,950,000 in 1966 school system in the country, will receive by far the largest portion of the 1966 JDC grant. About 25,- 000 persons are expected to re- ceive industrial and technical in- struction in these schools this year. The JDC allocation includes pro- vision for substantial funds to he used by ORT in France for voca- tional services for Algerian and other North African refugees. ORT trade schools, apprentice programs for youth and special courses for adults have been greatly enlarged to meet the needs of 150,000 ar- rivals. These measures have been insufficient, however, and will have to be expanded in the coming year. the fact that each of us owes an honest and proper day's work for his wages." In his address, Becker stated that Histadrut should not re. linquish any more of its func. tions to the state. Histadrut's independence of action, he af- firmed, "is an axiom that re- quires neither discussion nor dispute." He appealed to all friendly labor organizations to use their influence to bring about peaceful coexistence and peace in the Middle East. During the convention's opening ceremonies, 122 delegates repre- senting H e r u t and the Liberal Party walked out demonstratively when the orchestra played the "Internationale," the anthem of international socialism. You get ALL this at Michigan Bank The freighter VINGALAND is shown here on its arrival at new port of Ashdod. NEW YORK—The Joint Distri- bution Committee will provide $1,- 950,000 during 1966 toward the overseas vocational training pro- gram of ORT, the Organization for Rehabilitation through Training, it was announced by officials of both organizations. This is $100,000 more than the amount allocated in 1965, reflect- ing the increased need for voca- tional training overseas, especially in France and Israel. The grant will help finance tech- nical education and economic re- habilitation activities of ORT in Europe, Israel, North Africa, Iran and India. More than 40,000 per- sons are expected to receive such assistance in these and other areas during the coming year. ORT activities in Israel, with trade schools in 31 localities, com- prising the largest vocational and to work with Israel "for the good of the entire area." The convention, held at Mann Auditorium here, opened with a flourish as President Shazar en- tered to greet the assemblage. Diplomats from both Eastern and Western countries were present as guests. Also attending was Denmark's foreign minister, Per Haekkerup, who is currently visit- ing Israel. All rose as trumpets announced the entry of the presi- dent. Shazar told the convention that he brought "the blessings of the state to the greatest organized force in the country, the backbone of the nation." He recalled his par- ticipation in Histadrut's first or- ganizing conference, in Haifa, 45 years ago, saying: "Neither official Zionism nor organized religion was represented at that conference. Those who were there — and those who were not there — determined the trend of future events." He appealed to all political parties in Israel "to overcome disruptive trends" and called for "unity among all work- ers in Israel." Eshkol, s t ill confined to his home with influenza, sent a mes- sage to the convention. Stressing that the private and the national sectors of Histadrut "are essential to the national economy," he declared: "During the coming years, we shall have to re-examine thorough- ly our economic practices all along the line. It is a matter of life and death for us to increase produc- tivity and output and to establish (with only $300 minimum balance) ALL DAY SATURDAY BANKING (until 4:30 P. M.) LOW COST QWIK LOANS (same-day service, usually) 4% DAILY INTEREST ON ALL SAVINGS Paid from date of deposit to date of withdrawal Isn't all this worth changing banks to get? MICHIGAN BANK 13403 W. 7 MILE RD. 1 BIk. E. of Schaefer NATIONAL ASSOCIATION $380 MILLION OF STRENGTH—A FINANCIAL LEADER 19201 LIVERNOIS At Cambridge Member F.D.I.C. .