The resignation of Professor James Franck, one of the eight German Jewish winners of the Nobel Prize, from his professorship in Gottingen University in protest against Hitlerist anti-Semitic activities, may prove a severe blow to the university, it was pointed out here today. Because of the great popularity the noted physicist enjoys in American scientific circles, it is said, the Rockefeller and other foundations have given the university many grants which now may be withdrawn.
In his letter of resignation to the rector of the university, Professor Franck, who in addition to his scientific achievements, is the possessor of a notable war record, said he declined to take advantage of the concession offered to Jewish war veterans in allowing them to retain their positions. He said he did not wish his children to grow up with the knowledge that they can never prove themselves to be Germans.
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