King Hassan II of Morocco today received Dr. Leon Benzaquen, honorary president of the Federation of Jewish Communities in Morocco. The Jewish leader, who at one time was a member of the Moroccan Cabinet, brought greeting to the King on behalf of Moroccan Jewry in connection with the Moslem feast of Mouloud.
A Jewish lawyer M. Botbol, was elected today chairman of the Bar Association in the city of Meknes. This is the first time that a Jew has been elected to this position since Morocco became an independent country.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
