The Canadian Legion has adopted a resolution expressing its horror at the Nazi treatment of the Jews. The resolution paid tribute to the Jewish soldiers of Germany, “who, although at one time our enemies, served with distinction and bravery on behalf of their country.” No French-Canadian representatives attended the recent League of Nations Society conference on refugees, it was learned today, because of their opposition to Jewish immigration.
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