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THE JEWISH WESTERN BULLETIN
Thursday, December 8, 1932
Published Every Thursday by THE VANCOUVER JEWISH ADMINISTRATION COUNCH, 2675 Oak Street, Bay. 4210    -    -    Vancouver, B.C,
BULLETIN COMMITTEE: Chairman—N. C. Levin Committee—Sam Chess, I. J. Klein, Wm. N, Zimmerman Executive Secretary—Anna Goldberg EDITOR— S. A. Goldston, E.A.
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THE JEWISH WESTERN BULLETIN Beth israd Choir
Beautifies Services
Vancouver, B.C., Thursday, December 8, 1932
Beth Israel Congregation
Inauguration, Induction .and Installation
. Wednesday, Nbvember SOth, 1932, will always be remembered as a red letter day in tli& history of the Vancouver Jewry, as it marked a new epoch in their history, for it was on that day that the Congregation Beth Israel officially .received its charter, inducted its Rabbi into office, and its newly elected officers and those of its sisterhood were officially installed.^
TTie ceremony took place in the Oval Room of the Vancouver Hotel and a large gathering of approximately 200 people were present to witness the unique ceremony.
It was unique',' inasmuch as it was full of enthusiasm, for it seemed that something Vancouver Jewry had been wanting was now within their reach. It was ujzique, because it brouglit together all classes of tlie community, Orthodox, Conservative and R-eform, eager to congratulate those who were responsible for the birtli of the new congregation. OrtHodoxy represented by t'he Rabbi and President of the Schara Tzedeck Congregation tendered their congratulations and cooperation. The Zionists were largely represented, and imbued with the same spirit, but somehow in the mind of the writer, something was lacking. Possibly it was the environment in which the ceremony was held wliieh made the proceedings far from having that solemnity which is usually felt on such occasions.. Probably also the ■omission of the custom of tlie blessing of the New Rabbi and the new congregation miglit have also had tlie same effect.
But Congregation Beth Israel is now a living unit and the "Bulletin" on behalf of the Community expresses the sincere hopC'that it will live long to foster that stpirit of Judaism that Vancouver had lacked.
Tliough a leugtliy report Avas given in our last issue, we feel that many things that might have been said wore   omitted.   We   especially must
Under the capable direction of Mrs. C. Korsch, the Beth Israel Choir has been helping to make the Friday evening services more beautiful and inspiring.
The choir was organized by the Sister liood of Congregation Beth Israel just a few weeks ago, and the successful culmination of its efforts offers further tribute to that body of ■   ■ •■ ladies who co-operate wholeheartedly
only by attendance at the services with the undertakings of the Congre-but by devoting themselves whole- gation.
heartedly ta the cause. He felt that Very keen interest is manifested at the work already done by obtaining the rehearsals held at the Community a membership of 125 proved they Centre on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 were the right people. p.m. by the members of the choir, and
Addressing the Rabbi, he said, that *°        ''"^"^        "^^^^ '"'^^ *°
his duty was to teach Judaism.   In excellent group a cordial invita-
•order to do this he must devote much extended. It is particularly
of his time, to the growing and young ^'°P^^ "^^^ ^he men will turn out and
Achduth Loan Society-Elects Officers for 1933
Memorial To Be Unveiled
On Wednesday evening, November , 30j the Vancouver Achduth Loan Society held their annual election of officers, w:ith results as follows: Honorary President, Mr. B. Victor, President,  Mr.  H.  Cook, Vice-President, Mrs.  S. Shine, Financial Secretary, Mr. A. Horon, Recording Secretary, Mr. J. Shaffer, and Treasurer, Rev. N, M. Pastinsky. Trustees were eleet-\ ed as follows: Mr. E. Herbert, Mr. H. | Pelman,  Mr.  J,  Fagin  and Mr  A. , Wosk.
The financial report of the retiring executive was submitted, and favorably received.
The installation of officers of the Achduth Loan Society will take place at the Jewish Community Centre on January  2.  Further particulars  re- ] garding this will be announced at a
generation. He must be prepared to ^^^'^ ^heir vocal support. The ice has later date, go forward and, while keeping to the ^'
old   traditions,, he   must,   liEe the
priests of old, always bear in mind     '^^^ members of the choir consist of was   his   g^ide. ., Mrs. S. Albert, Mrs. H Allen, Mrs.
' M. H. Brotman, Mrs. Collins, Mrs. B.
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that the Torah was his Further, he must imbue his congregation with the need of making Palestine the National Home of the Jewish people.
Rabbi Phillip Langh, the newly elected Conservative Rabbi of the Herzl Congregation, Seattle, brought greetings from his congregation. He compared the tragedies of the life of our forefather, Isaac, to the tragedy of the Jewish youth .of today. Hr
Glazer, Mrs. A. G. Hirschberg, Mrs. E. James, Mrs. M. Koenigsberg, Mrs. Korsch, Mrs. S. Ritthberg, Mrs. G. M. Rose, Mrs. B. Shapiro, Mrs. G. A. Share, Miss Evelyn Shugarman and Mr. S. Klausner.
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B.B. Ladies' Auxiliary News
Plans for the Chanukah Dinner are progressing favorably, and all mem-claimed that the lack of knowledge bers and friends of the Auxiliary are of Judaism of our younger genera-; urged to attend. The dinner will be
tion was distressing and alarming and that the only cure was what this new Congregation aimed to do.
Addressing the Rabbi he said "Chozok Ver-A-Motz" (Be strong and of good courage) and if he did so, the Divine blessing would rest on the labours of his hands.
Rabbi Bokser (in addition to what Was reported*!!! 'oiif last issue) stated '•'that the liaiJpiness of the Rabbi Vvas determined by the progress he made. If he had the loyal support of his congregation success would be his lot. If the enthusiasm shown continued, and did not die down he felt that Congregation Beth Israel would prove the reason for its existence.
Great things, claimed the Rabbi, had been done but greater things could yet be done. It was not the present he had to fear but the unknown future. It was not the way they had begun that would prove their worthiness, but the ;vay they intended to carry on.
Telegrams and letters of congratulations were read from Rabbi Leven-thal (New York). The United Syna-
refer to the invitations set before i gogue of America (New York) Rabbi each seat, in the shape of a scroll of bi and Mrs. Simon (Johnston, Mass.), law, the handicraft of Mrs. Max Rabbi Albert F. Landman (Brook-Grossman, which deserves great lyn), Congregation B'nai Israel praise. We must also refer to the (Rhode Island), Council of Jewish capable maiiner in which Messrs. Al- Juniors (Vancouver), Jewish Nation-fred Evans, B. Glazer, I. Lepovsky al Fund (Vancouver), Zionist Organi-and Saul Lechtzier superintended the zation (Vancouver).
seating arrangements.
After Grace had been said by Rabbi Bokser, and justice done to the good tilings provided, tlie toast of the "King" was drunk with musical honors.
Reference was then made to t'lit loss the community had sustained by the death of Joseph E. Morris, and out of respect, tiie congregation stood in silence for two minutes.
ilahbi Myer Rubin of Portland, Ore., then duly installed the officers elect of the Congregation and Sister-Iiood, and inducted the Rabbi. In addressing them' he stated that the
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Jcaders of a Community do their duty must possess—Firstly, the respect of tlie community and be able to rule-; Secondly, they .must have dignity; Tliirdly, tliey must have reverence. If tiiey possessed tlieso' qualities their leadership would prove succes.sf'ul. IIo wished to im-jircKS on those v.'ho had accepted tlie leadership that tlioy must work not
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Letters to the Editor
36S5-34th West, Vancouver, B, C,
Nov. 30, 1932.
The Editor, Bulletin, Vancouver, B. C.
Dear Sir:
Because I have always been interested in the dignified development of tlie "Bulletin" as a chronicle of Jewish life in this city, I am writing to commend the Editorial Board for its action in removing from its columns the feature mildly described as "Gab and Gossip." The series were doubtlessl.v offensive to man.v "Bulletin" readers.
Tlie "Bulletin" has a real future. Lot us attempt to maintain a standard wortliy of its purposes.
D. B. Wodlinger.
held at the Je^vish Community Centre on Sunday, December 25, at 6 p.m., and a delicious turkey dinner will be served. Mrs. G. Rankin is convenor, and is assisted by an able committee. The beautiful dressed doll, donated by Miss Anne Burke, and for which raffle tickets have been sold, will be drawn for on this occasion.
On Wednesday afternoon, December 28, a Chanukah Party, for the children of the Auxiliary members, will take place at the Jewish Community Cei!tre. Auxiliary members are urged to bring their kiddies to this Chanukah Party, so that they will not miss the fun and treats being prepared for them.
Schara Tzedeck Congregation
Extensive prepai'ations are being made for the Annual Hanucah Service to be held at the Schara Tzedeck Synagogue on Sunday, Dec. 25, at S p.m.
The service will be conducted by Rabbi N. M. Pastinsky assisted by Cantor Tovin of the Bikkur Cholem Synagogue of Seattle. The serm.on will be preached by Rabbi G'enauer of Seattle.
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Memorial Unveiled
Y.T.C. Second Annual Spotlight Affair Attracts Large Crowd
The Young Tsukumft Club's Second Annual Dance and Banquet took place at the Jewish Community Centre on Saturday night, December 3,
The Late Leah. Beck The tombstone of the late Leah Beck, mother of Ralph and Max Beck and Mrs. A. James, will be unveiled at the Schara Tzedeck Cemetery on Sunday, December 11, at 11.30 a.m. ----of)o-
A. Z. A. To Elect Officers
An important meeting of the A.Z.A. will take place at the Jewisft Com-
and proved to be sueeessful finan- ' munity Centre on Sunday evening, cially and socially. The affair was December 11, at 8 p.m. sharp when much enjoyed by all who attended,    j election of officers for the period from
The silver loving cups for the prize January 1, to June 30, 3933, Avfll take waltz were won by Mrs. Roe and her ' pi^ce. All A.Z.A. members are urged brother, Mr. Jack Merin. Lilas Moore, to attend. It is important that hun-daricing teacher, judged the Prize ^^^^ pe^. cent attendance be at this Waltz. meeting, to elect the proper officers
The Electric Clock was drawn for, for the coming term, and was won by ticket number 1275, I The program committee has been lield by Mr. L. Weiner. Other entoi-- fortunate in obtaining one of the most tainment of the evening included prominent speakers in B.C., who Avill numbers by the "Cowboy Cavaliers" speak about the "Youth Movement." well known artists on C K M O Radio Movement."
Station, and soiigs b.v Mrs. S. Ritt-berg.
Mr. Norman C. Levi!i was Master of Ceremonies. Our Rev. Pastinsky completed the evening vritli a very inspiring speech.
The President and executive of the Y. T. C. take this opportunity of extending thai!ks to the entertainers, to the dance committee, and to tlie many friends who contributed to the success of this annual event.
All men!bers are urged to attend.
The general .meeting of the Y. T. C. was held at their usual lieadquai-ters on Sunday evening, December 4. Under the supervision of Max Luxemburg, a dramatic program was presented. A playlet entitled "The Second Story Man" was much enjoyed. Those taking parts were Philip Woly-netz, Fanny and Max Goldstein. This playlet was enacted as an encore in Jewish, following the English version.
Tlie tombstone erected to the memory of the late Peter Zacks was unveiled on Sunday last, December 4, at the Schara Tzedeck Cemetery, Marine Drive. Notwithstanding the inclement weather a large number of friends were present. The service was conducted by Rabbi N. M. Pastinsk.v and the eulogy was delivered by Mr. Max M. Grossman.
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Corner Stone of Keren
Heyesod Building Laid
The corner stone for the new building of the Palestine Foundation Fund (Keren Heyesod) was laid in Jerusalem on October IS with impressive ceremonies which were attended by representative officials of Palestine.
Under a clear sky, many hundred gathered to hear the addresses of Emanuel Newman, M.N. Ussiskin, Ben Zivi and others.
A scroll signed by scores of .Jewish leaders was deposited under the corner stone. Messages of greetings were received from Baron Edmond de Rothschild, Dr. Weizman, Nahum Sokolow and others.
tinder the direction of tlie Athletic Chairman, a Hike will be held on Sunday to Grouse Mountain. All those attending are asked to meet at the North Vai!couver Ferry Wharf at 9 a.m. Sunday morning, December 11.
An executive meeting of the Y.T.C. will be held on Sunday, December 11, at 7.30, at the home of Miss Fanny Goldstein. The next general meeting will be held on Sunday, December 18.
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