Governor David L. Lawrence today proclaimed next Thursday, January 24 as “Samuel H. Daroff Day” throughout Pennsylvania in conjunction with the dedication here on that day of Samuel H. Daroff American Jewish Congress House. In announcing the proclamation in Harrisburg, Governor Lawrence lauded Mr. Daroff for his efforts “in fostering the cause of community relations in Pennsylvania.”
Mr. Daroff was also honored by the Philadelphia City Council which adopted a resolution commending the Jewish communal leader for his philanthropic and humanitarian work. Among the prominent personalities to participate in the dedication will be Pennsylvania’s incoming Governor William W. Scranton, Philadelphia Mayor James H. J. Tate and Dr. Joachim Prinz, president of the American Jewish Congress.
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