First prize in the finals of the annual speaking contest for promoting Americanism was won by Ida C. Karnoffsky, five time winner, who delivered Woodrow Wilson’s address to newly naturalized citizens. The contests are sponsored by the Edward and Matilda Warner Fund, composed of Mr. Warner, chairman, Mrs. Charles Bock and Rachel Metzger Bock. Second and third prizes went to Eunice Lent and Edith Bergman. Judges were Alfred M. Saperston, Samuel Schanzer and Sidney B. Pfeifer.
Help ensure Jewish news remains accessible to all. Your donation to the Jewish Telegraphic Agency powers the trusted journalism that has connected Jewish communities worldwide for more than 100 years. With your help, JTA can continue to deliver vital news and insights. Donate today.
The Archive of the Jewish Telegraphic Agency includes articles published from 1923 to 2008. Archive stories reflect the journalistic standards and practices of the time they were published.
