“mushroom Synagogues” Called a “blot” on Reputation of Jews

A blast against “mushroom synagogues”–synagogues which spring up just before the High Holy Days for services during these holidays–was leveled here by Herman A. Backrack, chairman of a subcommittee on “mushroom synagogues” of the Community Relations Council.

Mr. Backrack referred to such synagogues as “a blot on the reputation of the Jewish community.” He urged all members of the Jewish community to worship during the High Holidays and regularly at established synagogues that serve the needs of the community at all times.