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November 07, 1997 • Page Image 167

…0 „:03,101M418010 , • NEVER LIVED IN! c 2 6,200 sq. ft. of new construction in Bloomfield. First floor master suite and gorgeous marble master bath with Jacuzzi. Fabulous white kitchen with all appliances included. Lower level walk-out with second kitchen, media room and in-law suite. Five bedrooms. Four full'and three half baths. Hard- wood floors, high ceilings and crown moldings are a few of the amenities. Ready to move in immediately....…

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…REAL ESTATE VISIT MICHIGAN'S COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR g- HE . !E k 7\1' Presented by: IL INHOE • HUNTLEY MJC B1CTMORE LLS •1116,6 0:is. 't OF CHELSEA PARK FROM $364,000 788-9595 7_HE O''LENNS OF CHELSEA PARK FROM $287,400 788-3355 LOCATION... LOCATION... LOCATION... CHARMING 3 BEDROOM BUNGALOW has central air, partially finished basement, newer white custom kitchen w/ appliances, newer furnace and fenced yard. $118,000 (FR) HIST...…

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…14UNTINGTON WOODS 12718 Ludlow Three bedroom Colonial on 1.5 lots. Excellent condition, hardwood floors, large family room, 1.5 baths, 2 fireplaces and 4-car garage. Security and sprinkler systems. Golf course view. 5235,000 (248) 544-1313 Cranbrook EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY BLOOMFIELD HILLS 2 Lone Pine Rd. 647.0100 ASSOCIATES, FRANKLIN 32440 Franklin Rd. 626-8700 REALTORS I N C 1:91 REALTOR WEST BLOOMFIELD 7001 Orchard Lake 855-22...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 170

…REAL ESTATE Silverman Group, Inc. 248-624-6500 248-806-0097 (pager OPEN HOUSE SUN., NOV. 9, 1-4 P.M. 4343 FOX POINTE DRIVE West Bloomfield Townhouse. 2600 square feet — finished lower level walk-out, 3.5 baths. "Per- fection." $219,500. HUNTINGTON WOODS KOMER, Three bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2-car garage, neutral decor, vaulted ceilings, fireplace, GE Profile appliances stay. Lower level in- dudes family room, wet bar and second kitchen. Woo...…

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…PLEASANT LAKE PRIVILEGES! Open Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 CHELSEA 0:2066ING 6801 Long, West Bloomfield 0 crtc S. of Walnut Lake Rd. & W of Drake REALTORS CONDOMINIUM 0 MAX. 300 SOUTH OLD WOODWARD • BIRMINGHAM (248) 644-6700 THE BEST VALUE ON FRANKLIN ROAD Come see our newly remodeled community! from $1 14,900 ALMOST NEW contemporary colonial! Light and sunny open floor plan w/neutral decor. Great room with dining area, fireplace. Finish...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 172

…REAL ESTATE HUNTINGTON WOODS Custom brick ranch on a beautiful oval. Huge living room-dining room, birch-paneled family room with built-ins, sliding doors to large decked patio. Knotty pine kitchen with walk-in pantry, junior dining room. Sunroom, all glass with heat and air. Two bedrooms, 2 baths (master suite). Lower level - huge room with full bath, Central air. Home built by builder for himself. Owner/Broker. No agents. $200,000. 248-54...…

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…ATTENTION HOMEOWNERS RALPH MANUEL We have corporate transfers ready to LEASE your home, condo or townhouse. Call Iry Kessler Kessler & Co. (248) 288-5009 ASSOCIATES-WEST, INC.. REALTORS WEST BLOOMFIELD PESIVEREMs..:‘.: , 8311 ORCHARD CREST DR. Lovely 4 bedroom Colonial, 3.5 baths, first- floor laundry, extra large kitchen, great room and master w/fireplace. Many extras and upgrades. Prime location. S278,900. For appt. (248) 932-0178 ...…

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…MONUMENT CENTER INC. Obituaries "Same Location 45 years" ij ROSE ADAS, 81, of Southfield, died • Monuments and Markers • Bronze Markers • Memorial Duplicating • Cemetery lettering & Cleaning CEMETERY INSTALLATION ANYWHERE IN MICHIGAN Call 542-8266 661 E. 8 MILE ROAD FERNDALE 1 1/2 blocks East of Woodward VetrcrnAct4 *SHIVA TRAYS *DINNERS *DESSERTS STEVE'S DELI TELEGRAPH AT MAPLE BLOOMFIELD PLAZA PHONE ORDERS ACCEPTED (248) 932-08...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 175

…followed by interment in the cemetery. Contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, 17220 W. 12 Mile, Southfield, MI 48076, or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Doifinan Funeral Direction. 1E THEL FARAGO, 94, of Waterford, died Nov. 2. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Eva and Andrew Sugar of Waterford; grandchildren, Peter and Ivan of Hungary; also the grandmother of the late Julie. Contri...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 176

…WE REMEMBER During the coming week, Yeshiva Beth Yehudah will observe the yahrtzeits of the following departed friends with the traditional memorial prayer, recitation of kaddish and studying of mishnayos. CHESVAN NOVEMBER CHESVAN NOVEMBER Yitchok Baruh Zelda Baruh Minnie Berman Mordechai Burkow Ben Davin Hilda Feldman Minnie Greenstein Bessie Partovich Isadore Pazner Bennie Spitzer Maurice Tachna Miriam Feldman Toby Matilda Goldfarb Isaac K...…

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…• Graveside and Cemetery Chapel Services With Sub stantial • • Miriam Kling, Nancy and Michael Cohen, Susan and Matthew Finston, Joyce and Daniel Soren, Richard and Jill Kahn, Ellen Joshi, Neil and Susan Kahn, Barry and Clare Kahn, Nathan, Larry and Cheryl Kling, Adena Kling, Morton and Cheryl Racklin, Karen and Sandy Markowitz, Noreen and Ray Marsh, Jeffrey and Terry Racklin; 22 great-grandchildren. She was the beloved wife of the late ...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 178

…Obituaries Moses, 5075 West Maple, West Bloomfield, MI 48322, or the Rose Cancer Clinic at Beaumont Hospital, 3601 West 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073. Arrangements by the Ira Kaufman Chapel. TOBY MINDEL, 87, former Detroiter nvolvement in the community and devotion to family and friends remain our legacy. From its founding more than 50 years ago, THE IRA KAUFMAN CHAPEL has stood for integrity, mutual respect and individual attention. T...…

November 07, 1997 • Page Image 179

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November 07, 1997 • Page Image 180

…NOVEMBER NTH & 8TH TAPPER'S BRIDAL SHOW featuring SCOTT KAY, DIANA and DIAMONDS BY DESIGN O Items shown hav z For two days only Tapper's offers you this exceptional opportunity to meet representatives from some of the finest manufacturers in the world. Choose from an incredible collection 248-932-7700 800-337-GIFT of diamond engagement rings, wedding bands and anniversary rings Diamonds Fine Jewelry Orchard Mall . Orchard Lake...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 1

…_ $1.00 OCTOBER 31, 1997/30 TISHREI 5758 Inside: Bar Mitzvah Goes From Trauma To Triumph; West Bloomfield Brothers On Wall Street. The Learning Gap Is the Midrasha meeting the need for adult Jewish education? V …

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 2

…4 b 4 ' • • • Desig ns ©1 995 Photo JO Magazi • FINE JEWELRY 32940 Middlebelt Rd. • Farmington Hills, Michigan (At 14 Mile Rd. in the Broadway Plaza) Phone: 810-855-1730 …

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 3

…DETROIT JEWISH MEWS 'TN a Oct. 31, 1997 Vol. CXII No. 10 Up Front 8 Mixing Picasso and Einstein. page 95 Against The Odds Bar mitzvah Bryan Diem beat a killer disease. AppleTree 61 You Beautiful Baby! Some creative gifts for a new mother. The Scene 74 Listen Up page 68 Finding My Religion Why young Jews are rediscovering the power of faith. Close Up 83 Out & About page 92 The Learning Gap Is the Midrasha meeting adult educati...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 4

…R U R N O U R LAN Congregatim Da *ssvicis ELDik•T - 2 VAPLE MI& P 5.5001 x. FOR INFORMATION ON HOW YOU CAN HELP TO RIGHT A WRONG, PLEASE CALL CONGREGATION B'NAI DAVID AT (248) 855-5007. 10/31 1997 4 Paid for by the Congregation B'nai David Building Committee ® Congregation B 'nai David 5642 West Maple Road West Bloomfield, MI 48322 HELP PRESERVE THE ONLY TRADITIONAL SYNAGOGUE IN MICHIGAN, WHICH HAS SERVED THE COMMUNITY FOR OVER 106 YE...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 5

…-For Openers... A sale this big only happens twice a year! For A Blessing Or A Curse Y MANELLO Editorial Assistant ome people pray religiously (oy!), so what's funny about that? The act of prayer? Nothing. But the fact that we let our foibles as humans dictate our prayers — or curses — is another mat- ter. Remember the child who under- stood the Lord's Prayer to state, "Lead us not into Penn Station." Do you recall the rabbi from Fiddler a...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 6

…----4 • 11O11111111111111111111111111111111111.11MV \-• ears of statehood PARTNERS IN THE MIRACLE Eighth Economic Development Issue (EDI) Bond 6.75% Fixed annual interest rate for Bonds purchased November 1 through December 10, 1997. AEI BON Matures: August 31, 2007. Minimum Subscription: $25,000. Second Floating Rate Issue (FRI) Bond NATIONAL LEADERS fONFERENtE SIPIRMIMMINNW 7.00% Current annual interest rate for bonds purch...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 7

….-U1111111111111111111t."- STEVE BROWN'S MICHIGAN'S PREMIERE FIREPLACE & B B Q SHOWROOM MANTLES • GRANITE • MARBLE • GLASS DOORS • ACCESSORIES We offer the area's widest selection of standard and custom doors for your fireplace ... ANY SIZE, ANY SHAPE, ANY FINISH! \ UPDATE THE LOOK OF YOUR FIREPLACE OR ADD A FIREPLACE ANWHERE IN YOUR HOME FEATURING eiSU PERIOR Contemporary • Traditional Southwestern • Country BCBCBKDPTHILU VISIT O...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 8

…0 ",,,,,•••• • • LONNY GOLDSMITH Staff Writer Against The Odds Bryan Diem is about to become bar mitzvah after beating a life-threatening disease. 10/31 1997 8 ryan Diem will become a bar mitzvah on Nov. 29, exactly seven years after he celebrated the end of radiation treat- ments for brain cancer. "I started working with Bryan a little over a year ago," said Annie Weiss, his bar mitzvah tutor at Temple Israel. "I've worked with kids...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 9

…thought was caused by his eyes. She took him to his ophthalmologist, who dilated his pupils, and thought the headaches were caused by sinus prob- lems. She took Bryan to his pediatrician right after the ophthalmologist, and they weren't suspicious until Donna's 34th birthday. After she cashed in on a free car c wash, Bryan got sick in his mother's clean car. "Bryan was never sick," Donna said. "If he had to throw up, he always did it ) in the ...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 10

…271 W. Maple Downtown Birmingham 248.258.0212 Mon. Sat. 10 - 6 Thurs. 10 - 9 Relearning Ritual Temple Israel's Jewish personal trainers go to members' houses to teach about observance. LYNNE MEREDITH COHN Staff Writer '' CONFIDE A CASH! . 0 P OM , Gold, Diamond and Estate Jewelry. Large Diamonds, Watches, Sterling, Signed Costume Jewelry. Antiques, Oriental Rugs, Art Glass, 50s and Classic Furniture. Complete Estates. High Value Item...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 11

…CJ has taught at Temple Israel for 38 years, says, "A lot of people know what Shabbat is but not how to observe it." L I On Rosh Hashanah, Temple Israel distributed Shabbat bags to each fam- ily; the bags contained a little bottle of wine, a free coupon for challah at Dakota Bread Company, two white candles and the relevant prayers. Three families called to request help building a sukkah. Personal trainer Jay Korelitz put together a packet of...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 12

…The 'Other' Side Temple Kol Ami students discuss the stereotypical portrayal of Jews in 18th and 19th century England. Above left: Temple Kol Ami students discuss the stereotypical prints ofJews on the walls around them. JULIE EDGAR Senior Writer liAr l hat did students see in the 18th century prints hung around the Janice Charach Epstein Museum/Gallery at the Jewish Community Center in West Bloomfield? "Big noses." "Rich." "All the men l...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 13

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October 31, 1997 • Page Image 14

…$va Up Front a Sunday Driving Federation is gearing up for its biggest general fundraiser of the year. JULIE EDGAR Senior Writer ...about who gets your parents, Jewish News first Get your own subscription. We've got the who, when, where and why on your family, friends and the whole community IT'S TIME YOU GOT YOUR OWN COPY. INTRODUCTION SUBSCRIPTION CARD El YES! Please send me 52 issues of The Jewish News plus five issues of Style ...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 15

…Ci While Super Sunday campaigns aren't flat, they have not penetrated the vast number of Jewish households in metro Detroit. There are an estimated 16,000 Jews in the metro area. Last year, 3,400 households pledged a con- tribution on Super Sunday. Gilbert expects 4,500 pledges this year. 'As great as the Detroit Campaign is and it is one of the preeminent i(campaigns in the country — we're nowhere near capacity. In terms of why that is, it's...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 16

…4 Seasons Fireplcace 49P Bctrbecate FIREPLACE SALE FIREPLACE GLASS DOORS ON SALE- SAVE 10%- & FREE STANDARD INSTALLATION* 1 BECKWOOD, ..iliz, ,,,, . . ollir V.I. (1 , ■ - ; Ir! - 7 ' A 1 i ; - • ' --zill., - - . : , ,-. , . STANDARD INSTALLATION _. , . INCLUDES: logs, burner, pan, embers, cinders, grate, & SAFETY PILOT CONTROL. - ALL SIZES & STYLES ON SALE INCLUDING 2 _. _ :.--,,,,--34--. .,,i-: - - ,,-- - ,,...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 17

…Eastern Europe: Hunt For Lost Treasure STEVE LIPMAN Special to The Jewish News A s president of the Memorial Foundation for Jewish Culture, Rabbi Alexander Schindler says he often hears *disturbing stories from people who have returned from visits to Jewish communities in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union. "Barely a month goes by" that they don't bring reports about a treasure trove of unclaimed Jewish artifacts "in somebody's atti...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 18

…▪Jewish Family Service and kkt :k •\W., , • Plante & Moran Ph.) by Krista Hus! • • are excited to present lkfinnie Scififfinan: A dedicated docent. Dennis Prager , Tuesday, November 18, 1997 7 P.M. Congregation Shaarey Zedek 27375 Bell Road • Southfield Don't miss this unique opportunity to hear Mr. Prager speak about his most recent book, Happiness is a Serious Problem The ticket cost for this program is $7.00 per person. For mo...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 19

…a L I Am I AM I Am YOUR NIECE. YOUR BEST FRIEND'S CHILD. YOUR GREAT- GRANDDAUGHTER. I AM JARC'S FUTURE. Disability can touch any family. Now or in the future. Over the years, you have helped provide Jewish homes and programs for people with developmental disabilities. Your generous support enables us to take care of today's pressing needs. Diminishing public funds seriously threaten our ability to care for the 250 people waiting for J...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 20

…THE MEMORY OF ALL THAL .. HEART FOR HISTORY from page 18 SIE51-1113N (1) own Detroit history: What it was like to grow up on 12th Street, attend Hutchins Intermediate and Northern High School and live upstairs over her family-owned gro- cery store. She tells about the war years, how becoming a pen-pal to a Jewish Canadian soldier serving over- seas led to a 46-year marriage to the late Abraham Schiffman. Caring for daughters Rosalynn, Marc...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 21

…ARNOLD LINCOLN-MERCURY-MAZDA Drive East Pay The Least Economic Sojourn Renowned economist — a former Detroiter to deliver WSU's Levin Award Lecture. TULIE WIENER Staff Writer • hen Jeffrey Sachs left Detroit in 1972, he was a recent high school graduate with an accep- ) tance letter to Harvard. Now a Harvard professor of eco- nomics with eight books and over 100 ,-cholarly articles under his belt, Sachs returns next week to his hometown ...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 22

…Up Front AL HARRIS #1 IN BUICK SALES Making AARP Learning Fun . DISCOUNT PACKAGES AVAILABLE THROUGH AL HARRIS TaMalICIFF A Detroit math teacher markets her own educational materials. 28585 Telegraph Rd. 353-1300 JULIE WIENER Staff Writer T 181 S. Old Woodward Ave. .(I Blk. S. of Maple. Next to the Birmingham Theatre) Mon.-Sat. 9:30-5:30. Thurs. .01 8:30 (248) 642-1690 DETROIT JEW= MEWS 1 0/3 1 1997 22 J CLASSIFIEDS GET RESU...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 23

…Visit us at www.firsi-cf-america.com A bank with more than a little interest in your checking? 4.02 5 . 4 %, %T0 APY Range of example balances on $15,000 - $100,000 That's a first. Does your checking account pay rates like this? First of America's Cash Management Checking account gives you higher interest on higher balances and unlimited check writing, plus it's FDIC insured. Call us at I -800-222-4FOA to open your new account* toda...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 24

…Vs 4 Staying Up For Tzedakah Akiva celebrates Hoshanah Rabbah with a learn-a- thon. JULIE WIENER Staff Writer W il alk-a-thons, swim-a- thons, read-a-thons, bike-a-thons. Just when you thought there was nothing left to parcel into sponsorable units and use as a fundraising gimmick, something new comes along. Enter Akiva Hebrew Da.), School's learn-a-thon, a three-year effort com- bining tzedakah with the Hoshanah Rabbah (seventh day of S...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 25

…uic mut:4 1998 GRAND AM GT COUPE Ar. 36 Month Lease DRIVE SAFELY Loaded on halloween watch out for ittle goblin Stock #60871 1998 TRANSPORT SE FALL an** 36 Month Lease Loaded Stock 9020J C.O.D. $1692 LI 1998 SAFARI SLE 8 PASSENGER 1998 GMC 4X4 JIMMY SLS 4 DR. PRICED TO MOVE AT 36 Month Lease Loaded 1.4 Loaded A Stock #11141 Stock El 16J For Sales please contact SHELDON WEISMAN; for financing REBECCA DIAMOND, Finance Mgr. ...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 26

…Learning The ROPES EMU's Jewish students get an exercise in community building. JULIE WIENER StaffWriter BILL HANSEN Photographer A s a member of Eastern Michigan University's Hillel steering committee, Beth Ansell has watched the small Jewish student organization get off the ground in the past year. Last Sunday, she watched Hillel literally get off the ground at a high ropes course at Camp Tamarack. Ansell, a senior from Farmington Hills...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 27

…Opposite page: Top right: Instructor Craig Charnas helps Amy Kraft into her headgear. Bottom left: Brant Friedenberg makes sure his safety gear is secure. This page: Left: Rivka Rosenblatt does her tightrope routine. Below: Dayna Greener demonstrates the usefulness of safety gear. …

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 28

…HAVE YOU HEARD -THE LATEST? ........... I'm throwing a party and found wonderful caterers, florists, entertainers and more... all in THE JEWISH NEWS CELEBRATION CONNECTION DIRECTORY in the Amazing Marketplace Pre-Holiday Offer For Grandparents & Seniors* (*and those who accompany them) 15% OFF Practically every item storervide Sale Extended Through Nov. 1 A New Nosh Classic Dolls, Toys, Trains & Learning Activities. The new cafe...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 29

…can supply pizzas any day but Shabbat. The wood grandfather clock in the corner that doesn't work was already there when Levy began renovating the space. A poem by Malka Neuman, "Only to be Born a Jew," is taped to the glass. Elijah's Cup sells Snapples, pop, Nantucket Nectars, Arizona drinks and different flavors of Gatorade, and a Good Humor freezer sits against one wall. Jewish music — Israeli, Hebrew, big band — keeps up a lively beat in t...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 30

…MICHIGAN'S #1 LEXUS DEALER #1 in Sales, Service & Selection Holiday Cheer THE 98's ARE HERE We have over 100 vehicles available for sale Largest selection of new Lexus in the state logo LS 1100 MB GS 1100 A local temple remembers Jewish soldiers in time for Chanukah. LONNY GOLDSMITH Staff Writer F 1991 LX 11511 or the sixth year, the social action committee at Temple Emanu-El in Oak Park will be funding care packages for Jewish sold...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 31

…CareAmerica Introduces... niquely Personal Healthcare The selection of a health plan is one of the most important and personal decisions your family makes each year. Thanks to CareAmerica, that decision is now a whole lot easier. CareAmerica is the only local health plan of its kind to be created and operated by neighborhood doctors. That places physician involvement right where you told us you wanted it — at the highest possible level. The ...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 32

…HELP CELEBRATE A DETROIT TRADITION YESHIVA BETH YEHUDAH BOYS BUILDING DEDICATION In the summer of 1996, with increasing enrollment, and an out-of- date facility, the Yeshiva Beth Yehudah made a decision to remain in its current Southfield location and embark on a complete renovation and rehabilitation of its Boys facility. With the help of the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit, and a dedicated core of Yeshiva friends, the institution...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 33

…HELP CELEBRATE A DETROIT TRADITION GUEST SPEAKER ROBERT E. RuBIN U.S. SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY Robert E. Rubin was sworn in as the 70th Secretary of the Treasury on January 10, 1995. From January 20, 1993 to January 10, 1995, Mr. Rubin served in the White House as Assistant to the President for Economic Policy. In that capacity he directed the activities of the National Economic Council. Prior to joining the Administration, Mr. Rubin sp...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 34

…Editorials Answering The Call On Super Sunday Every year at this time we write an editorial This year, there's an added bonus. Every about Super Sunday. We're not talking the contributor to the 1998 Allied Jewish football variety. We're referring to the Jewish Campaign will have their contributions Federation of Metropolitan Detroit's very real matched by the Blumenstein/Hermelin need to make contact with the community and Campaign Challenge...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 35

…PUBLISHER'S NOTEBOOK Walking A Necessary Tightrope Mission Statement: e Jewish News aspires to communicate news and infor- mation to our community that's useful, engaging, enjoy- able and unique. We strive to reflect the full range of diverse viewpoints, while also advocating positions which strengthen Jewish unity and continuity. We desire to create and maintain a challenging, caring, enjoy- able work environment which encourages creativit...…

October 31, 1997 • Page Image 36

…LETTERS TRADMON page 34 Minhagim Yisroel Torah hee, the Jewish customs are as precious as the whole Torah. We have become aliens to so many aspects of our heritage. It takes more than an article in the paper to give us the depth and appreciation of what these customs actually do for us (and for the chickens, too). For Michael Egren, I'd like to invite you for a stroll in the Detroit Zoo, which we are members of, so that we can discuss more ...…

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