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against any group because of religious opinion or racial distinction. America was founded upon the doctrine of liberty of conscience and freedom of thought, and may it never depart from these high ideals.”

Gov. Charles W. Bryan,

Nebraska:

“On the occasion of your celebration of the dawn of the New Year, 5694, I offer to our Jewish people sincere greetings and my very best wishes.

‘May this New Year be long remembered as marking the end of the troublesome times through which we have been passing. May the growing recognition of the interdependence of individuals and groups bring a new spirit of neighborliness and of mutual helpfulness.

“Your high moral standards, your industry, and your continued hopeful spirit in the face of discouraging conditions will then win for you the reward of happiness that such traits deserve.”

Gov. Benjamin B. Moeur,

Arizona:

“With the approach of September 21st, the day on which the Jews of the world celebrate the beginning of the New Year, 5694, it gives me pleasure to send to these good people my personal greetings, and to express the earnest hope that they may continue to enjoy peace, progress and prosperity.”

FROM COLORADO AND UTAH

Gov. Edwin C. Johnson,

Colorado:

“As we approach the High Holy Days of the Jewish people—Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur—it affords me great pleasure to wish every Jewish citizen in the world a Happy and Prosperous New Year, and to pause and endeavor to glimpse its spiritual significance.

“The workings of a Divine Providence in the affairs of men are clearly shown in the history of the people of Israel. That which is great and lasting in Jewish history is the spiritual wealth, accumulated through the centuries, for alone among nations Israel has shared in all great movements towards the spiritual uplift of all mankind.

“I hope that the New Year will bring health, strength, peace and prosperity to all Israel. May peace, love and mutual understanding abide with you forever.”

Gov. Henry H. Blood,

Utah:

“I am happy to take advantage of this opportunity to extend New Year greetings to the Jewish people of Utah and the great intermountain est. You have much as a race of which you may be proud. Your achievements in the world of science, art, music and literature have been surpassed by the members of no other race. History records your patriotic devotion to your country.

“May the coming year be prosperous and pleasant for you all.”

Gov. William A. Comstock,

Michigan:

“Jewish New Year, 5694, is to be celebrated on September 21, A.D. 1933. This occasion means much more to the economic and cultural history of the world than the mere passage of a stupendous period of time. It challenges our attention to the tenacity of purpose, the preservation of principle, and the signal achievements of a people who, for centuries without political unity, have survived the passing of nations to remain an important factor in the development of modern ideals. An analysis of this paradox suggests the thought that strict adherence to fundamental ideas of family discipline and responsibility has had much to do with it. In commemorating this day, it would be well in this period of change, when some are inclined to suggest a loosening of family ties for all, to contemplate and learn from the example set throughout the years by the Jewish people.”