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, March 20, 1970
J.W.V. SUPPLEMENT
Editorial
11, War Veterans
;Why a- Jewish War Veterans Memorial Home?
orial Home Association that the memory of those Jewish boys who gave their last full measure of devotion will live
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Throughout the ages, poems and songs have been written about forever in the hearts of those dear to them, we know. But that THE COMMUNITY for
the meaning. of the word "Home." It is a subject which has been
treated with nostalgia, tenderness, and at times, even humor. The which they gave their lives—those of different faiths, as well as their own brethren—may
image it evokes is often more than that of a building, a room, a place: have before them a concrete reminder of that sacrifice, that too is important. To con-
Often it is a state of mind, recol- ' found the caluminator, to defeat the detractor, to shame those who would sabotage good-
lections both happy and sad. It
will between Jew and Gentile. So that our sorrow for the loss of our heroes may be tem-
may call to mind memories of our
childhood home, our present abode pered with pride in their achievement. So that all the world may know the proud record
or simply fill one with a sense of of war service of Michigan's Jews. That the comrades of those who fought that there be
fulfillment, the pleasant sensation
of belonging, being wanted . . . no more wars may have a shrine consecrated to ideal of peace for all men, forever; where
they meet, and renew that pledge to those who signed it in their blood. That is why Mich-
needed . . . loved.
It is significant that the build- igan and every Jew . . . man or woman needs this glorious memorial. Why your con-
ing which served as the head-
quarters for the Jewish War Vet- tribution is at once a pledge to the past, insurance for the future.
erans and its Auxiliary for over
fourteen years was always re- The l'demorial Room of the Jewish War Veterans contains a Golden Book, in which are
ferred to as the "Home." Here in reverently included the names, photographs, and biographies of all the Jewish young men
- Our Ilome" hundreds of JWV
and JWVA members found fulfill- of Michigan, who lost their lives in the wars of our Country. The Mural (front page) of
ment in the work that was carried Isaiah's Dream, a priceless painting, which fills a wall, is the dream o f the Jewish
out under its roof, in the knowl- War Veterans that "war shall be no more." The Memorial Room and temporary headquar-
edge that the Jewish War Dead
were being properly remembered. ters are open to visitors M, T, Wed, Fri until 3:00 p.m. at 21561 W. Eight Mile Road, De- •
troit. School tours may be arranged for children by calling 255-4743.
that its very existence stood as a reminder of Jewish patriotism.
The work must be ( arried on. The very name, Jewish War Vet-
erans bespeaks .Jewish patriotism, and the memories of the War Dead
are recalled with every mention of the Gold Star Parents. Yet, to ful-
fill our obligations With dignity and pride, there must be a center
where, once again, we may all gather, as does a family. at a place
Compliments of
called . . . Home.
Through the cooperation and support of a loyal community, the
dream of a new Home can become a reality. It is to the fulfillment of
this dream, that the .iewish War Veterans Memorial Home Association
National
Bank
of Southfield
is dedicated.
JOHN NEMON
President
THE BEND-OVER-BACKWARDS BANK
Member Federal Reserve System • Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.
Main Office: 27100 Lahser Road of 11 Mile. Branch Offices:' Southfield Plaza, 17000 West 8 Mile.
Northland Point, 15565 Northland Dr. 20000 West 12 Mile at Eevrgreen. Phone: 353-6400.
Jewish War Veterans
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ELI LEVIN
Post No. 230
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We, the citizens of the United States of America,
of the Jewish Faith, who servd in the Wars of the
United States of America, in order that we may
be of greater service to our Country and to one
another, associate ourselves together for the fol-
lowing purposes: .
To maintain true allegiance to the United States
of America; to foster and perpetuate true Ameri-
canism to combat whatever tends to impair the
efficiency and permanency of our free institu-
tions; to uphold the fair name of the Jew and
fight his battles wherever unjustly assailed; to
encourage the doctrine of universal liberty, equal
rights, and full justice to all men; to combat the
powers of bigotry and darkness wherever origi-
nating and whatever their target; to preserve the
spirit of comradeship by mutual helpfulness to
comrades and their families; to cooperate with
and support existing educational institutions and
establish educational institutions and foster the
education of ex-servicemen and our members in
the ideals and principles of Americanism; to in-
still love of Country and Flag and to promote
sound minds and bodies in our members and our
youth; to preserve the memories and records of
patriotic service performed by the men of our
faith; to honor their memory and shield from
neglect the graves of our heroic dead.
Dr. Eli Levin Post is the 2nd oldest post
in the Department of Michigan ... perform-
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31.,
ing all veteran activities including-
Hospital Work—Representing Jewry in Veteran Affairs
2.
Defend the Democratic Way of Life
Help to Attain Peace
For All Mankind
g3en gurple
Commander
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