Dr. A. L. Levin, professor of gastroenterology at Louisiana State University and newly elected president of Congregation Beth Israel, was inducted into the latter office with impressive ceremonies by Rabbi Leonard C. Mishkin.
William Feldman, who had served the congregation as president for eight years, was chosen honorary president.
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