There is nothing in the present political trend in America to cause the Jewish people to fear, Will Durant, author and philosopher, said during a lecture here.
Congregation Shearith Israel has arranged a series of celebrations to observe the eighty-fifth anniversary of its founding this year. A mausoleum and columbarium are under construction and will be dedicated in the Fall as part of the celebration.
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