“Because of You” is the refrain of six stanzas comprising what is termed a “Testimonial for Distinguished Service” now being distributed among the leaders of the United Jewish Campaign in the Jewish communities throughout the country as a token of appreciation for their zeal in the fund-raising activities. It is being awarded to those who have been foremost in the fund-raising work. Each testimonial, printed in colors on parchment, is signed by the national chairman, David A. Brown, and has the inscription. “For your fine leadership and great service the United Jewish Campaign presents this Distinguished Service Testimonial.”
The verses, which were written by Mr. Brown, follow:
Because of You The friendless have friends, The brotherless have brothers, Orphans made happy, Widows forget their sorrow.
Because of you.
Because of You Hope to the hopeless, Strength to the feeble. Peace to the weary. Hearts made glad.
Because of you.
Because of You Children smile again. The aged want to live. Youth looks to tomorrow. Respect is born again.
Because of you.
Because of You Ruins have been rebuilt. There is the joy of toil. Once more we’re on the land. Once more we plow the soil.
Because of you.
Because of You The banner of Israel raised Self-sacrifice extolled. The spirit of service manifested. The love of humanity developed.
Because of you.
Because of You There is honor to yourself. Honor to your neighbors. Honor to your country. Honor to your religion.
Because of you.
Because of You Across the seas. Thousands of your brethren Have prayed that God Might spare you and bless you.
Because of you.
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