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Tomb of Rachel Desecrated by Unknown Vandals

April 1, 1926
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(Jewish Telegraphic Agency)

The Tomb of Rachel, one of the ancient holy sites in Palestine, was desecrated last Sunday night. The culprits were not caught.

The unknown vandals destroyed a part of the wall of the tomb, tore down the old curtains and stole the new and costly curtains.

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