A check for ten million francs was presented today by the Joint Distribution Committee to the Association for the Establishment of Foreign Refugees in recognition of the part played by the Association in the reception and care of Jews expelled from Egypt. The presentation was made by Charles H. Jordan, director general of the JDC, to Philip Monod, Association president. The funds will be used in carrying on the Association’s program.
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