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Seattle Rabbi Irked by Sabbath Parties

November 9, 1934
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Dinner parties on Friday evenings given by members of Temple de Hirsch today had drawn fire from Rabbi Samuel Koch, spiritual leader of the congregation.

In a message addressed to members he protested this breaking of the Sabbath, asking:

“Why should thoughtful members of the congregation give dinner parties on Friday nights?”

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