The sum of $250,000 was contributed by Simon N. Stein of this city toward the million dollar campaign fund for new buildings for the Jewish Young Men’s Association and Jewish Young Women’s Association here. Besides, Mr. Stein has agreed to defray all campaign expenses, which are expected to amount to $50,000.
Total pledges for the first day of the drive amounted to $347,848, thirty-five per cent of the quota.
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