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Walter Reuther, U.S. Labor Leader, Arrives in Israel; Will Meet Ben-gurion

May 15, 1961
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Walter Reuther, president of the United Automobile Workers of America, arrived here last night for a visit during which he will take part in ground-breaking ceremonies for a youth house which will bear his name, to be built in Holon, near here.

Mr. Reuther was met at the airport by Aharon Becker, secretary-general of the Histadrut and other leaders of Israel’s labor federation. During his stay in Israel, Mr. Reuther will meet with Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion and other Government leaders.

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