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Rabbi Finkelstein Participates in Eisenhower’s Inauguration Ceremony

January 22, 1957
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Rabbi Louis Finkelstein, of the Jewish Theological Seminary, today joined with clergymen of other major faiths participating in the Presidential inauguration ceremony.

Immediately before the actual swearing in of Mr. Eisenhower, Rabbi Finkelstein recited a prayer calling for Divine guidance, life, and vision for the President and Vice President Nixon, When the Rabbi completed the prayer, Mr. Eisenhower grasped his hand and pressed it warmly.

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