American Jewry must remember the plight of their German brethren on Yom Kippur, Dr. Chaim Weizmann, head of the Zionist commission for the settlement of German Jews in Palestine, declared in a cabled message of greeting to the American Jews.
In his greeting, which was sent to the United Jewish Appeal, Dr. Weizmann praised the work of the organization and declared that there was an opportunity to settle many thousands of German Jewish refugees in Palestine, if the money was forthcoming.
REICH BLOWS ENHANCE SOLEMNITY
“The traditional solemnity of Yom Kippur is tragically enhanced by the series of shattering events that have burdened the Jewish people during the past year,” Dr. Weizmann stated.
“Countries that have lost their equilibrium have made the Jews the first victims of their moral unbalance. But this day of memorial that brings every good Jew into the synagogue directs our first thoughts to the stricken Jews of Germany.
“They are the prey of unreason and blindness to which there seems to be no end. In America. particularly, where freedom is abundant, the sorrow of German Jewry must awaken the most profound tenderness.
HAVEN IS MADE READY
“In Palestine there is being prepared a permanent haven for all those for whom place can be found. The opportunities are great for the colonization of many thousands of German Jewish families in the immediate future.
“It is for generous America to provide the funds so that our plans may be realized.
“I take this occasion also to send my deepest gratitude to the men and women of the theatrical profession who have realized the urgency of the cause of the refugees and who are trying to raise funds through the performance on Thursday night in the Yankee Stadium.
“Their fine humanitarianism is all the more gratifying because it is a non-sectarian gesture, typifying not only the splendid qualities of the world of the theatre, but also the great heart of America.
“It is through such popular appeals on behalf of the refugees that we can provide the means to rehabilitate them and also acquaint the world with their sad plight.”
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