Fifteen thousand people, both Jews and non-Jews, braved a driving rain to attend a huge mass meeting here last night to condemn British actions in Palestine and to demand the establishment of a Jewish homeland there.
Representatives of several political parties addressed the crowd and demanded the formation of a “free democratic Jewish home in Palestine” and called for cessation of attacks against the Palestine Jewish community.
The Uruguayan and Zionist flags were prominently displayed and hundreds of placards were scattered through the crowd.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.