Jack D. Weller, chairman of the Joint Distribution Committee, told the Jewish Telegraphic Agency today that he sensed a greater feeling of apprehension among Jewish leaders here over the general political situation than was evident in former years.
Weiler, who is on an inspection tour of JDC facilities in Latin America, accompanied by JDC executive vice-chairman Samuel L. Haber, left today for Santiago, Chile. He and Haber spent nearly a week in Buenos Aires and made a one-day visit to Montevideo, Uruguay.
Weiler, who visited major Jewish institutions, community centers, social clubs and schools, said at a press conference before his departure that he gained the impression that the Argentine Jewish community was “very much alive,” its leaders “dedicated” and Jewish education of “great importance.”
However, Weiler said that the community institutions which are led mostly by volunteers, are in great need of professional help. He said the JDC has offered scholarships for Argentine Jews to train in the U.S. on condition that they return here to work for Jewish institutions. “We have also offered constructive aid where we judged it needed and where our experience could be helpful.” Weiler said.
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