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Lessing Rosenwald Arrives in Israel; Confers with Premier Ben Gurion

January 14, 1957
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Lessing Rosenwald, founder and honorary president of the American Council for Judaism, arrived here today and will meet with Premier David Ben Gurion tonight prior to the start of a week-long tour of the country. Dorothy Thompson, who is known for her anti-Israel activities in the United States, is expected to arrive here next month.

Mr. Rosenwald came to Israel on an indirect invitation from Premier Ben Gurion after the latter told a mutual acquaintance that the leader of the anti-Zionist American Council for Judaism should see Israel before criticizing it. Israel Government circles hope that the visit will show Mr. Rosenwald the positive aspects of the Jewish State.

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