Officials of Hebrew University today were completing plans for their jubilee celebration on April 1 next, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the institution. Among celebrated guests invited are Dr. Elbert Einstein and Field Marshal Jan Christian Smuts of the Union of South Africa.
Due to their need for additional space, Hebrew University officials, meanwhile, have approached the Jesuit Fathers who administer the Pontifical Biblical Institute, which is situated across the street, to lease the first floor of their building. Decision on the request is pending.
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