The Chicago Jewish Federation last night opened its drive to raise $5,500,000 for new buildings for two Jewish hospitals here with a dinner and exhibition of hospital equipment and services. Some 700 guests attended and viewed the exhibition which featured over $250,000 worth of hospital equipment. Prominent members of the staffs of Michael Reese and Mount Sinai Hospitals participated in the demonstration.
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