Maurice Monselisi, 54, prominent in Jewish affairs in Italy and a member of numerous Jewish organizations, died here today. Signor Monselisi was one of the best-known mountain climbers in Italy and was secretary of the Club Alpino Italiano. He was a close friend and associate of Pope Pius XI, who is also a noted mountaineer.
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