A “new deal” in housing for single immigrants was disclosed yesterday by Hillel Ashkenazi, director general of the Absorption Ministry. He said his Ministry has just purchased 1000 three-room apartments which will be reserved for single men and women, each with a kitchen equipped with gas stove and large electric ice box. The flats are located all over the country. Occupants will be charged $42-$63 monthly rent.
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