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June 12, 1987 • Page Image 103

…REAL ESTATE JUST FOR YOU! RENTALS Coach House Apartments are conveniently located near great shopping, restaurants, theaters and the Lodge Freeway. Modern appliances, laundry facilities, fully carpeted, storage areas, air conditioning, 2 swimming pools, sauna, and clubhouse. 10 MILE & GREENFIELD TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT Spacious, carpeted, heat included, air conditioned. Conveni- ent location. Adults. No pets. RENT WELL SPENT! Simply Sout...…

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…Northgate Apts. REAL ESTATE From $375 FREE HEAT & FREE CABLE TV Plus: Air-Conditioning • Appliances • Carpet- ing • Disposal • Pool • Tennis Court • Activity Building • Laundry and Storage Facilities. RENTALS W. PALM BEACH CENTURY VILLAGE CONDO Franklin River Apts. LUXURIOUS 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS. RENT INCLUDES: • Plush Carpet • GE Self-Cleaning Oven • Deluxe Dishwasher • Patio • Cen. Air • Security Intercom System • Clubhouse w/Sauna ...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 105

…REAL ESTATE RENTALS LINCOLN TOWERS A quiet retreat Adult Community FURNISHED LUXURY APARTMENTS CONDO FOR RENT ACAPULCO Seven Complexes Large 2 bedroom, 2 both. Maid service. On beautiful boy. Dec. 1-Dec. 14, 1987. $100/Day. Is now accepting applications for luxury apartments. Units feature kitchen with pan- try & dining space, balcony, carpet, drapes & abundant in-apartment storage. 653-1130 or 694-5235 One Bedroom $499 MONTHLY LEAS...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 106

…REAL ESTATE RENTALS FOR SALE apartments and townhouses at Northwestern & Middlebelt. NORTHWESTERN & INKSTER Beautiful condo with 2 car garage, first floor laundry room, full basement. $1,150 per month. 273-0130 days 11' co 11,111114t • 2 Year Leases Available • Quiet • Intrusion Alarm • Attended Gatehouse • 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath • 1600 Sq. Ft. from s860 • Includes Carport • Laundry & Storage in your Apartment IS 851-3476 eves. & weekends ...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 107

…WWI Stop by Gidiard Place Condominium for our PRGRAND OPENING SALE...and save! F, Because we are not quite finished building, and if you don't mind a little dust on your shoes, you can take a 5% discount off the Grand Opening prices listed. By placing a small, fully refundable deposit on one of our luxurious condominiums (unlike anything else on. the market), you'll not only be able to save a bundle, but you can choose your location, view an...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 108

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE ■■■1■ 11.1,- WALNUT LAKE LOVER'S DREAM Gorgeous 4 bedroom contemporary Cope Cod. Completely up- dated white formica kitchen. Decorator perfect in neutral col- ors. Walnut Lake lot. For special showing Call LOIS ANDERSON : Ron! IIIstato Ono. 681-5700 or 338-7914 NEW OFFERING CLOISTER ON THE LAKE Be in tune with mother nature. Pris- tine beauty in this fan- tastic condo in W. Bloomfield. Tastefully decorated. 'Livin...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 109

…RALPH MANUEL REAL ESTATE FOR SALE WANTED LOT OR RANCH HOUSE Residential lot wanted in area from Franklin Road to Orchard Lake Road and 13 Mile to Walnut Lake Road - or will consider purchase of fine 3 bedroom ranch style home in same area. Only top notch newer house in finest neighborhood. Ranch style only. Will buy from owner, builder or through broker. Private buyer. Ask for Bernard 559-6633 weekdays 9-5. W. BLOOMFIELD ceramic Beautifu...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 110

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE or Ar i orr, • • ■ r .1 ♦ ♦ 4r & .A. . I W ...A AO .... ■ .4 ii . Wr ♦ lir *Iry The charm of yesteryear, the elegance of tomorrow OPEN SUNDAY 2-5 W. BLOOMFIELD O W V4 Four bedroom/den, 21/2 bath colonial. Neutral decor, ceramic tile entry. Well maintained. Extras. 2,650 sq. ft. By owner. $154,900. FARMINGTON HILLS Elegant 3,200 sq. ft. Tudor. Prestigious Ramblewood Sub. Superb craftsmanship. Comfortably lux- uriou...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 111

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE PEBBLE CREEK H Upper ranch, contem- porary, newly deco- rated. Two bedrooms, den, large great room, desirable loca- tion. 45-day oc- cupancy. $189,000. 352-4777 days or 851-2007 eves. STUNNING SOUTHFIELD Two bedroom, 2 bath end unit ranch style condo. Attached garage, large modern kitchen, private wall- ed courtyard with gas grill, pool, clubhouse, tennis courts. A real winner. $110,000. A MEMBER OF THE SEARS FINANC...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 112

…OPEN SAT. & SUN. 1-5 4296 STILL MEADOW, W. BLOOMFIELD REAL ESTATE DESIRABLE COVINGTON BY THE LAKE SUB. FOR SALE (3 blocks E. of Orchard Lake, 2 blocks N. of Lone Pine Rd.) N. WABEEK DREAM RANCH HOME CONDO HUNTINGTON WOODS Over 3,400 sq.ft. of delightful living space. Three bedrooms, 3 baths, large family room, great deck area, lakeview and access. Two adjacent enter- taining rooms, 600 sq. ft. and 400 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 bat...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 113

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE NORTH WABEEK RANCH BLOOMFIELD HILLS IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY AVAILABLE Contemporary home with views of Upper Long Lake. Professionally decorated and land- scaped. Walk-out lower level, 37' great room, formal dining room with mirrored wall over built-in server, gourmet custom kitchen, family room and conversation area, 3 full — 2 half baths, 4 bedrooms. By Owner. $429,000. 332-9884 OPEN SUNDAY 1-5 BEACON SQUARE Four bedro...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 114

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE WHITE LAKE PRIVILEGES Three bedroom tri- level. Two can garage, 2 1/2 wooded acres, fireplace, carpeted. Excellent condition. $99,500. Conven- tional or FHA Mortgage. FARMINGTON HILLS BEECHWOOD HILLS CONDO 887-3255 Desirable upper unit. Two bedrooms, 2 baths, in-unit laundry room, neutral carpet- ing, central air, car- port, pool. Move-in condition. Owner motivated. $74,000. Leave message 851-9125 4 BEDROOM COLO- ...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 115

…REAL ESTATE FOR SALE FARMINGTON HILLS BEAUTIFUL MAIN- TAINED 3 bedroom ranch in country at- mosphere. Updated formica kitchen with Jennair, family room with natural fireplace, attached .2 car Walking garage. distance to Heritage Park. $122,900. 851-1900 (IVY) :Reel : Reel Osteto Ono. OPEN SUNDAY 2-5 JUNE 14th 30701 Ventura S. of 13 Mile, E. of Sfld. Sharp 3 bedroom col- onial offers spacious 25 ft. family room. Beautiful large kit- ch...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 116

…In Loving Memory Of The Family of the Late My Beloved Husband OBITUARIES BETTY LEWIS HERBERT MARGOLIS Who passed away June 11, 1984. Sadly missed and never to be forgotten by his wife, children and grandchildren. Our loving thoughts are with you always. Always remembered, always loved. Lois and Fred, Barry, Dale and Connie Louba Lupiloff, Led JWV Auxiliary • The Family of the Late In Beloved Memory Of GARY STEVEN COHEN MOTHER ...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 117

…F or . Add color to your special advertisement and increase soles! The Jewish News' crisp, new format and state-of- the-art color reproduction capabilities will make your message leap off the page, capturing the attention of our affluent, loyal readers. Showcase your goods and services with full-color vibrancy. It costs less than you may think. Call Dharlene Norris at 354-6060 for the rainbow of possibilities. THE JEWISH JEWISH NEWS 117 …

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 118

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June 12, 1987 • Page Image 119

…I MONUMENTS BY B ERG AND URBACH _ A FINE MONUMENTS SINCE 1910 TOBY MOSKOVITZ, 89, died June 6. She leaves two brothers, Joseph Lustig and Max Lustig of Israel; a sister, Mrs. Esther Arberman of Beachwood, Ohio; seven grandchildren, 20 great- grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. died June 5. He leaves his wife, Bertha; a son, Joseph; a daughter, Esther Fine of To- ronto, Ont.; a brother, Raymond of Sarasota, Fla.; a sister, Mrs. ...…

June 12, 1987 • Page Image 120

…• WATCHES ALL WALL & DESK CLOCKS ALL COLIBRI PRODUCTS (choose from card holders, cuff links, money clips, lighters and more) .. ■■■ AMMO, ALL GOLD CHAINS BRACELETS AND CHARMS 29100 Northwestern Hwy, Southfield Franklin Center Bldg., Suite 100 Corner of Franklin and Northwestern Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 9:30-6:00, Thur. 9:30-8:00, Sat. 9:30-5:00 PEARL TIE TAC WITH 14K GOLD CLASP - $20 23077 Greenfield Rd.;Southfield Advance Bldg., Suite ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 1

…THIS ISSUE 60c SERVING DETROIT'S JEWISH COMMUNITY JUNE 5, 1987 / 8 SIVAN 5747 SPECIAL REPORT THE MEANING OF THE SIX DAY WAR Victory was swift 20 years ago, but Israel is still dealing with the consequences he Six Day War of June 1967 changed the entire Mideast equation, and far more. With Israel's stunning victory over her Arab neighbors, who had pledged to drive the Jewish army into the sea, the underdog had become the master, the tiny ...…

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…PURELY COMMENTARY PHILIP SLOMOVITZ Huberman In Limelight Belatedly As Israel Symphony Creator How quickly people and their ac- complishments are forgotten! They can be of great fame with sparks of genius. Sometimes it is too much to expect being remembered. The proof is in a front-paged New York Times story about a stolen Stradivarius that has been retrieved and the insurance refunded with profit. It happened more than half-a-century ago wh...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 3

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 4

…ROUND UP A Rival Seminary For Conservative Jews Planned? Bath Suites in exciting styles and colors by 2 A T 137 South Adams in Birmingha - call 647-BAT KOHLER WE'RE OFF AND RUNNING! HERALD WHOLESALE For the Graduate, what do you give the man or woman who just yesterday it seems played in puddles, and now has a first job? Baltimore — The Union for Traditional Conservative Judaism, which in its brief history has flirted with the idea ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 5

…UP FRONT Separation Of Families Is Ethiopian Jews' Main Problem referring to the support American Jews gave to the rescue of Ethio- Staff Writer pian Jewry. "You still have a lot of While the rescue of Ethiopian things to do to join these families," Jews may have saved the commu- he added without elaborating. Rabbi Hadane took the long nity from destruction, life in Israel has brought about profound road to his current position. Born changes...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 6

…EDITORIAL Israel Judges Herself Amidst all of the negative publicity coming out of Israel in recent months — from the Pollard spy scandal to the debate over tuition fees for Arabs attending Israeli universities to revelations last week that the Shin Bet illegally imprisoned an Israeli Army Moslem officer — there is a positive side that should not be overlooked. What is healthy and inspiring about Israeli society is that in each of these dist...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 7

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 8

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 9

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 10

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 11

…357-2030 29215 Northwestern Hwy. Franklin Shopping Plaza surveillance by Syrian intelli- gence officials, say the sources. They are the only minority group whose identification cards must carry evidence of their religious affiliation. And while freedom of worship is officially permitted, the regime recently appointed a Muslim principal to the Jewish school in Damascus. As a result, the teaching of Hebrew and religious sub- jects has been sev...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 12

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 13

…DON MASSEY CADILLAC WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS been nurtured over the years, and this is the next step." This year's games will be a type of pilot program, giving organizers experience on which to base decisions about future games. In the next few years, says Grossman, "we hope it gets bigger and better." Many members of the com- munity have already donated time and money to the games. A portion of the cost has been provided by a contributi...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 14

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 15

…off A SPECIAL COMMUNITY SERVICE PHOTOSTORY SERIES FEATURING OUTSTANDING BUSINESSES AND BUSINESS PEOPLE IN THIS ISSUE THE SPOTLIGHT IS ON THE BLIND SPOT Vertical, horizontal, hold it! When it comes to blinds or window treatments of any kind, Kerry Grushoff, owner of The Blind Spot in the Harvard Row Mall in Southfield, has it all. stalling elaborate window treatments for every room of a home. When we finish teaching our staff, they know ou...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 16

…IT MUST LE HAZILY\ SUMMER AT THE PINES IS A FAMILY PLAYGROUND. JULY 4th WEEKEND . Fri.. July 3 - LOCAL NEWS Sun., July 5 * $142 $166 - TAKING IT OFF FOR SUMMER ., Fri., July 3 - Mon.. July 6 or ALL SPRING & SUMMER FASHIONS S UP TO 5 0 $199 - 225 JAY BLACK and the AMERICANS Sat., July 4th Continued from Page 14 Summer Weekly Rates $380 - $450 Sunday to Friday 4 Days/3 Nights • $195-$210* 5 Days14 Nights • $235-$265* 6 Days/5 ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 17

…FOR DIAMONDS, ESTATES AND PRECIOUS GEMS... * * Congratulations * * Michele Cohen, M.D. Sidney Krandall &Sons is internationally known and respected throughout the estate and jewelry industries for conducting transactions in an equit- able and discreet manner. Immediate cash for all diamonds and precious gems. Appraisers available by appointment for estates of all sizes. Inquiries from individuals and estate attorneys welcome. We're All So ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 18

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 19

…ALL ORIGINAL CIAO LUGGAGE 50% OFF AT MARMEL'S PARTY POP-INS Customized Parties for Children (of all ages) The Alternative to Video/Restaurant Parties • Confirmation • Bar Mitzvahs • Birthdays • Office Parties CARNIVAL PARTIES IN HOMES OR HALLS DELUXE 2-SUIT GARMENT BAG for a teaching position at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. At the same time, he will work with Elie Wiesel on a book and TV series about ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 20

…SONIA FREEDMAN INSIDE WASHINGTON invites you to view her Designer Clothing Boutique S weaters & designer clothing seen on Prime Time Soap Operas & Television Personalities. O ne of a kind clothing n othing Iraq May Gain From Attacking U.S. Ship compares to our selection I ndividual attention & personalized service a lways wonderful clothing selected with you in mind HOURS: Inside Emile's Salon Wed.-Sat. 10:30-5:30 313/642-3315 314...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 21

…CUSTOM MIRRORS BY NE ONE AND ONLY • Quality Foods Since 1954 do it. If the Iranians run true to form, we can expect some kind of provocation — and then, presumably, another un- thought-out response by the Administration. The worry is that the situation could very easily get out of control." According to most reports, congressional resistance to President Reagan's plan is running high — although some sources say that revul- sion towards Ira...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 22

…Berries 'n Bon Bons JUNE'S THE MONTH! REMEMBER FATHER'S DAY AND GRADUATION DAY WITH A FABULOUS CONFECTION TRAY 21711 W. 10 Mile Suite 122 Southfield, MI 48075 THREADS ALWAYS 20% TO BO% BELOW RETAIL 24901 Northwestern Hwy. Southfield NATIONWIDE DELIVERY Israeli Professor Sees Armistice With Syria 351-4362 = SUGAR FREE & KOSHER UPON REQUEST Lir'l43 1 YEAR: ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE 7.18% EFFECTIVE ANNUAL YIELD 5 YEARS: ANNUAL PERCEN...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 23

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June 05, 1987 • Page Image 24

…BAG A SUBSCRIPTION LOCAL NEWS Jewish Yacht Club Sails Through i'llroubled Waters DAVID HOLZEL Staff Writer The Great Lakes Yacht Club continues to chart a tenuous course between its identity as Detroit's only Jewish boat club and its belief that membership should be open to all applicants. Founded in 1951 by five Jews who were barred from member- ship at other local clubs, the GLYC, due to its open member- ship policy, now has a 30 per- c...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 25

…HAPPY SPECIAL 50th BIRTHDAY NIBBLES & NUTS Marilyn Klein Gift Baskets and trays for all occasions our specialty We love you very much. John, Lezlie, Stuart, Sean, Corey, Jeffrey and Shelley Poland Denies Passport To Ghetto Fighter Paris (JTA) — Marek Edelman, a prominent heart surgeon and one of the last survivors of the 1943 Warsaw Ghetto uprising, was fired from his position at the Lodz hospital last week and denied a passport to trav...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 26

…THE SIX DAY WAR, 20 YEARS LATER SPECIAL REPORT THE MEANING OF THE SIX DAY WAR Victory was swift 20 years ago, but Israel is still dealing with the consequences This classic photo, by David Rubinger, of the first Israelis to reach the Western Wall symbolizes the struggle to reunify Jerusalem. 24 Friday, June 5, 1987 THE DETROIT JEWISH NEWS …

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 27

…How The Six Day War Changed Everything he Six Day War of June 1967 changed the entire Mideast equation, and far more. With Israel's stunning victory over her Arab neighbors, who had pledged to drive the Jewish army into the sea, the underdog had become the master, the tiny nation had more than doubled its size, the powerless victim had become the ruler. Jews throughout the world, who had shared a sense of dread over the possibility of another...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 28

…THE SIX DAY WAR, 20 YEARS LATER 264,000 troops (mostly civilian reservists), 800 tanks and 300 aircraft. David was facing Goliath. Moredechai Gur had less reason than most for apprehension. He was, after all, a colonel in the regular Israeli Army and was aware that Israel's military leaders had not been waiting passively to be overwhelmed by the combined weight of their ad- versaries. "I remember talking to my wife, Rita, about it," he says. ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 29

…so- 61 , ‘ „ 1 x. .t, Polls conducted among Israeli high school students and army conscripts indicate that they are far more hawkish than their parents. They tend to regard the occupied territories as their natural birthright, reject the ideas of territorial compromise and, very often, express hatred and con- tempt for Arabs. The only solid achievement of the past 20 years has been the return of the Sinai Peninsula to Egypt in ex- change fo...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 30

…THE SIX DAY WAR, 20 YEARS LATER the stand of those who believe in Jewish sovereignty over — and set- tlement in — all of biblical Israel. Indeed, he regards the settlement of 70,000 Jews in Judea, Samaria and Gaza — and 100,000 Jews in east Je- rusalem — as the great achievement of the past two decades. Medad, however, is dismayed by the failure of successive Israeli govern- ments to extend Jewish sovereign- ty — "I don't call it annexation" ...…

June 05, 1987 • Page Image 31

…else has been, let alone lives." And yet he has grown to admire and respect aspects of Israeli socie- ty and evinces a cautious sympathy for Israel's dilemma over the occupied territories. "Palestinians are reminded by their proximity to Israelis of what they lack, of their own shortcomings. The modernization, the order — these are constant incentives. "The Israeli experience has also been very helpful to me as a lawyer," he says. "I have been...…

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…THE SIX DAY WAR, 20 YEARS LATER commanded 20 years ago and the young Israelis of today. "The generation of the Six Day War was the first which had not been af- fected directly by the struggle to establish the State of Israel. It was a generation well educated as members of Israeli society and as citizens of the Jewish State — less complicated than today's generation, which tends to take more extreme positions one way or the other. Such attitu...…

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