Bank Leumi Official Honored

Dr. Mordecai Hacohen, first vice president of the Bank Leumi of New York, received messages of congratulations from President Reagan, Governor Mario Cuomo of New York and Rep. Jack Kemp (R. NY) on the occasion of the annual gala dinner last month of the American Friends of Jerusalem Mental Health Center, at which Dr. Hacohen was guest of honor.

The White House sent “warm greetings to everyone” at the celebration of “the 40th anniversary of the State of Israel, and congratulations to Dr. Mordecai Hacohen, your guest of honor.”

Reagan’s message added, “The enduring bonds of friendship between the United States and Israel are strengthened by the respect we share for each other’s culture. For four decades, our two governments and peoples have worked closely together as allies and friends. That cooperation is the result of hard work on the part of governments, of organizations, and of individuals–individuals like Mordechai Hacohen, whom you honor….”

Cuomo stated in his letter, “It is most fitting that the Jerusalem Mental Health Center, which has an outstanding record of service, and dedication to the welfare of fellow humans should honor Dr. Hacohen who has dedicated his life in brilliant service to the community. As a prominent Zionist leader, he has given of his special talents to securing the position of the State of Israel within the United Nations and the world community. Having achieved notable success as a banker, he chose to share his means as a philanthropist with worthy community causes and institutions…..”

Kemp wrote: “Dear Mordecai, It is with a great deal of pleasure that I send my greetings and congratulations to you for your many lifetime achievements and for being so deservedly recognized…..All friends of Israel and citizens of the world take pride in your leadership in humanitarian and philanthropic causes.”