E. W. Lewin-Epstein, prominent Zionist, will take charge of all work of the transmission of money from individuals here to friends in Europe, sent through the Hebrew Sheltering & Immigrant Aid Society (Hias). Announcement of the appointment was made today.
Adolph Held has consented to return to Europe as “Hias” Commissioner, to take charge of the general immigration activities.
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