Prayers for world peace were offered on Mt. Zion here yesterday by pilgrims from all parts of the country who gathered here in Succoth ceremonies reminiscent of ancient Israel. Seventy candelabra were lighted in symbolic representation of the nations of the world. Special trains brought many of the pilgrims to this city.
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