CANADIAN JEWISH REVIEW
flavor of poetry in hia moat practical editorials. Throughout it all the reader is the benefactor, the reader .upon whom Sokolow looks as his best friend- At the very outset he takes the reader with him; he tells him his secrets; he asks his advice, for to him the reader is a companion, a confidante, an "eigener mensch" before whom one can speak unafraid and unabashed.
Not only has Sokolow's all-embracing knowledge colored the content of his thought, but it haB influenced the form of his expression as well. Sokolow's style is unique. It stands out as a thing apart. His Hebrew writing, in which his style is particularly pronounced,
cannot be said to follow any specified form. It does not adhere to the Tal-mudic, the MIdrashic or the modern style of^writing. ' It is at if he took all three forma and plunged them into the melting pot and then created something akin to them all and yet different�an original style that is none other than Sokolow'a, This is true riot only of Hebrew, the language in which'Sokolow has few peers, but of Yiddish, the tongue of his youth, and of German, French. Italian and English as well. Many of Sokolow's readers credit him with the creation of a special Sokolovian style in whatever language he writes.
To be concluded n/# week
Dominion Correspondence
WINNIPEG
Sidney L. Goldstine, President of the Winnipeg Lodge, I.O.B.B., was at a recent meeting of the Lodge, presented with a handsome sterling silver center piece, suitably inscribed, in honor of his marriage. Accompanying the gift was an album containing the names of 207 of the members of the Lodge who participated. The presentation was made by H. A. Isaacs, who referred to the excellence of Mr. Goldstine's efforts for the Lodge. Mr. Goldstine, who is a Winnipeg barrister, was married at Madison, Wis., on December 6, to Miss Esther Levitan, of that city.
Winnipeg Lodge has made vast strides during the past few months. Cipse upon 100 new members have been initiated at the last few meetings. A new feature of the Lodge's activities is shown by the recent establishment of a Branch Lodge at Leader, SasL, with an initial membership of 33. This Branch Lodge will operate under the direction of the Winnipeg Lodge. It is the intention of the Lodge to bend its energies during the coming year to the rearing of a large and healthy family of such children. The installation of the Lodge at Leader was conducted by the president of the Winnipeg Lodge, S. L. Goldstine, and S. A. Berg and L. A. Seipp, who are the Lodge's initiating team.
Preparations are in full swing for the Conference of Canadian Lodges, which will be held at the Fort Garry Hotel, Winnipeg, on January 15 and 16. Delegates are expected from all over the Dominion and the proceedings promise to $>c of immense importance in extending the scope and influence of the B'nai B'rith in Canada. The Canadian Anti-Defamation Comittee, whose existence and activities are officially authorised by the Executive Committee of the Order, has done considerable and solid work during the past year. Tfre Canadian lodges are divided at present between three separate American District Grand Lodges, and this militates somewhat against a definite policy. The growth of the Order in Canada justifies the consideration of the question of a Canadian Grand Lodge and the project for the establishment of such will be carefully examined at the Conference. Immigration and other questions of urgency will also be dealt with.
Winnipeg Lodge will act as hosts to the visiting delegates. The Annual B'nai B'rith Day celebrations will be held at the same time and the annual ball has also been fixed for this occasion. Members of Eastern Lodges who may happen to be in Winnipeg at this time will be cordially welcomed and they may look forward to an interesting and enjoyable- time at the Conference and the social functions. ' .
The community has been much shocked by the very sudden death of Mrs, David Spivack, wife of the treasurer of the Jewish Orphanage, and one of Winnipeg's most active and devoted ex. mm una! workers. Mrs, Spivack was cdy 47 years old and would have celebrated the 25th anniversary of her
wedding on the 1st of January, the same date being fixed for the marriage of her eldest daughter. The funeral on Sunday was a very large one, practically the whole community turning out in sympathy. i
The death has also ocenrred, suddenly, of Rudolf Zilz, father of Dr. Charles Zilz. Mr. Zilz, who has resided in Winnipeg for many years, was a much respected member of the community.
.Joseph Wilder, a Winnipeg druggist, was the victim last week of a hold-up, being shot in his store by a bandit. Though seriously hurt, he is recovering but his assistant, Abe Davis, died from the effects of his injuries. The funeral was held on Friday and was very largely attended. Both Mr. Wilder and Abe Davis were well known and popular.
A most successful campaign is being actively prosecuted in the interests of the Jewish Orphanage. The whole of the speaking talent of the community has been commandeered and sent out to different centers in the West to address meetings. The Zionist registration campaign is also in full swing and is bringing good results.
FORT WILLIAM
The Fort William Hadassah Chapter will hold a bazaar, tea and dance on Tuesday, December 20, in the G.W.V.A. Hall, the proceeds for Keren Hayesod. The conveners and assistants are as follows: General convener, Mrs. A. Drapkin; Fancy Work, Mrs. S. Tritt, assisted by Mrs. Krausutsky; Aprons, Mrs. Kasler, assisted by Mrs. Marks; Handkerchiefs, Mrs. Rosenthal, assisted by Mrs, Nitken; Candy, Mrs. S. Shaffer, assisted by Miss Greenblatt; Tea-room, Mrs. Hollenberg, assisted by Mrs. D. Stitt; Grocery Store, Mrs. Sutt, assisted by Mrs. Spheigle; Fish Pond, Miss A. Marks; Miscellaneous Store, Mrs. Rot-child, assisted by Mrs. Sorofsky.
HAMILTON
Local Jewry paid honor to W. Farrar and presented to him a silver loving cup for his services, at the banquet of Viceroy Reading Lodge, No. 886, I.O.B.P., at the Royal Connaught Hotel, when a dinner was given to William and Mrs. Farrar in appreciation of Mr. Farrar's work on behalf of the Jewish war orphans. The presentation was made by Rabbi J. - Berger. David Sweet, president of the lodge, was chairman. Mrs. Farrar received a bouquet of American Beauty roses, Mrs, M. Levy making the presentation. Mr. Farrar reported on the work he did in Europe when he brought the Tewiah war orphans to Canada. The following resolution was passed:
"In honoring William Farrar, a rare man is being honored. Endowed with unusual gifts of spirit, mind and heart, he applied these gifts for the furtherance of all good causes. Hia services in the cause of the fatherless and motherless, the orphans, so many of whom be saved from hunger and starvation, will be inscribed on the record of time and eternity. Always kind and patient, ft was a privilege to have him associated
with the unit which went across pn .the. mission of mercy. In letters indelible-he is writing his name in the annals of Canadian Jewish history, He will ever be remembered with blessing and gratitude by the little ones who found safety in our.sun-kissed land of liberty and freedom, as well as by thoee^whose zeal it was to bring about the realization of the saving of the remnant. In ex. tending our keen appreciation fori his indefatigable services and in expressing thus our full confidence in him, we fervently trust that God will prolong his We in happiness and peace that others may be filled with his spirit to emulate his example by working in the vineyard of mankind for the good of humanity and for the sanctification of God."
A copy of the resolution will be inscribed on a separate page of the records of Viceroy Lodge and on the minutes of thejocal European Jewish Orphans' Committee, and a copy will be sent to the chairman of the Canadian committee of the European Jewish Orphans.
OTTAWA
On December 6, representatives of various Jewish organizations of Ottawa held a special meeting for the purpose of completing the work in connection with the collection of funds for the Keren Hayesod.
It is proposed to wind up the campaign, for which purpose a drive will be held in order to collect all outstanding pledges. A committee consisting of Messrs. L. S. Greeriberg, M. Lipson, Dr. J. Nathanson, J. Lachovitz and S. Miller was appointed to draw up plans and is to bring in a full report at the next meeting.
Among those present at the meeting were Messrs. A. J. Freiman, A. Schaffer, S. Coplan, M. Levitan,, J. Laska, J. Lachovitz, M. Finkelstein, B. M. Aronson, C. I. Finn, S. Katz, R. Vexler and Mrs. A. J. Freiman, the latter of whom, in a few but well chosen" remarks, pleaded on behalf of the Keren Hayesod.
Ottawa Lodge No. 885, Independent Order B'nai B'rith, held their first annual ball on Tuesday night at the Chateau Laurier. The event was most successful from every point. At midnight a buffet supper was served. Dancing continued to a late hour.
The success of the ball is due to the good work of the entertainment committee, consisting of Messrs. M. R. Freed man, Jesse Abel son, and the executive, Messrs, Dr. Harry Dover, president; J. J. Marks, vice-president; B. H. Fogle, financial secretary; Kal-man Smith, corresponding secretary; Alex. Leraer, treasurer; Benjamin Gold-field, monitor; M. H. Levey, assistant monitor; Dr. A. Slone, warden; and Dr. J. Nathanson, guard.* The following Ladies graced the occasion in acting as hostesses: Mrs. A. J. Freiman, Mrs. J. J. Marks and Mrs. Jess Abelson.
Those present included Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Freiman, Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Marks, Mr. and Mrs. J. Abelson, Mr. and Mrs. A. Achaffer, Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Diamond, Dr. and Mrs. J. Nathanson, Mr. and Mrs. M. Wener, Mr. and Mrs. H. Rosenes, Mr. and Mrs. L. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. D. Ross, Mr. and Mrs, M. Loeb, Mr. and Mrs. B. Finkel, Mr. and Mrs. M. H. Levey, Mr. and Mrs. S. Darvin, Mr. and Mrs, I. L. Cohen, Mr. and Mrs, H. Freedman, Mr. and Mrs. A- Borts, Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Sinclair, Mr. and Mrs, E. Bernet, Mr. and Mrs. H. Edelstein, Mr. and Mrs. D. Rubin, Mr. and Mrs. J. Davis, Mr. and Mrs. Li Leikin, Mr. and Mrs, C. Kert, Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs, A. Dworkin, Mr. and Mrs, A-Tanner, Mr. and Mrs, A. Pinco, Mr. and Mrs. H. Astroff, Mr. and Mrs, A. H. Coplan, Mr. and Mrs, A. Spevack, Mr. and Mrs, J. Holzman, Mesdames J. Freedman, A- Glkkman, D. Boren-. stein, and D. Mirsky; the Misses Anna Freedman, Bessie Smith, Lessie Caplan. Sylvia Dover, Sarah Horwitz, Ethel Wener, Rose Green berg, Beck Benowick, Eva Bilsky, Mary Slonemaky, Bertha Siooemsky, Ethel Dworkin, Ester Richter, Anna Torontow, Olive Pullan, Lillian Ginsberg; Messrs, M. R. Freedman, B. H, Fogte, Kafman Smith,
sBen � MJUer, DrV Harry Dover, Sam 'Gluck, Jack ftorwH*, David Lauer, Lazarus Greenberg, Joe Saxe, Joe AddeL, irian, Joe .Dover. M. D. Dover, Sam Caplan, -B; Goldfieid, Max Saxe and David Bilsky. The Hatikva and the National Anthem were euqg at the conclusion of the entertainment. <
At a regular meeting of the Hadassah Chapter of Ottawa,'''held on Sunday last and presided over by Mrs, � A; - J. Freiman, it was decided to inaugurate a drive for new members, The president. Mrs. A! h Freirnarti gave a detailed outline of the drive and, if coji4uqted on those lines, eyery Jewiah womajij ip Ottawa will be a member of the Chapter in the very near future.. Also a resolution was accepted to hold a^ jewel collection, the proceeds of which wil,i be sent to Palestine, : " - '/
The secretary, Mrs..J. Nathanson, submitted a report on the entertainment and dance held last month, "showing that nearly two hundred dollars had been raised. The members decided .to hold Weekly sewing circles at the homes of various members. The articles yius made will be dbnatedto the Hadassah bazaar, to be held for the benefit of the relief fund.
The Y.M. and Y.W.H.A. held a joint executive meeting, at'wh{ch an advisory board consisting of elderly gentlemen was appointed. Seven only have responded to the call so far. They are as follows: Messrs. A, H. Coplan (chosen as president of the advisory board), C. Caplan, H. Rosenes, M. J. Isaacs, H. Monson and H. L. �itt4eson.
EDMONTON
Mrs. William Sugarrnan left for Toronto for a stay, of several months, in order to spend the holidays with her children, Ruth and Howard, attending school there, and in February for the Bar Mitzvah of her son Howar<J.
The Wednesday afternoon sewings for* the bazaar on January 27, which have taken place at the home of Mrs. William Diamond, have now been transferred to the home of Mrs. H. A. Friedman.
M. I. Lieberman, who attended the Eskimo-Argonaut Rugby game at Toronto, as manager of the Eskimos, has returned to the city, accompanied by his brother Jay.
The big event of the season in Edmonton will be the second annual ball to be given by the Council of Jewiah Women on December 29, at Memorial Hall. Preparations are now being made for its success. Mrs. E. J. Gordean has been named as convener.
More than a hundred dbllars was realized at the concert given by the Hadassah on Sunday, December 4. Mrs. Dolgoy, president of the organization, arranged for a splendid program of talented artists, making the concert altogether worth while. � Mr. and Mrs. William Levine have returned from a short visit to Calgary,
Two new arrivals in Edmonton are the Misses Bertha and Etta Frbme, nieces of H. Frome. They have just arrived from Kovno, Russia, Wnere they have been living with their grandparents since the death of their father at the time of the German offensive in Russia. They encountered no difficulty in getting through, having been on the way only a month, until their arrival at Quebec, where they were held up for almost a week.
Three more congregations have become affiliated with the Union of American Hebrew Congregations, They are B'nai Jeshurun, Leavenworth, Kan., which has forty-five contributing members \ B'nai El, St. Louis, Mo., 200 members, and Beth Israel of Greenwood, Miss,, thirty members.
According to information received from Podwoiostchik (Eastern Galicia), the Polish authorities shot a number of guards on the charge that against strict orders they permitted a number of Jewish refugees from Ukrainia to enter Poland.
Harry S. Scheinman has recently been appointed Assistant Prosecaring Attorney of Detroit, Mich.