Phillipsburg herald. [volume] (Phillipsburg, Kan.) 1882-1905, 1898-11-10
rEMp1E BETH ELouIM. WASHINGTON. D. c,

tutes not only "a peculiar people" but
socially unfortunate people. The
,Japhetic races have always been in
clined TO ostracise the Jews socially,
while taking every advantage of the
wonderful abilities Of the leading mem
bers of that race in the world of finance
and statecraft. In the United States
alone. of all countries, the Hebrew citi-
zens are accepted on terms Of social
equality and always receive the consid-
Grafton which is due to them.
The magnificent Temple Beth Flo
him. which has recently been complet-
cd, was formally dedicated with elab-
crate and impressive ceremonies, In
,cluded IN the assemblage were the lead
ing members of the faith of not only
this city. but also of other cities. Many
prominent Gentiles were also present,
representing both clerical and business
circles. and a Christian minister, Rev,
ID. A. Dunn. the assistant pastor Of the
First Congregational church, pro-
nounced the beuediction which dis
missed the great gathering at the close
Of the Sabbath eve services, which fol-
lowed the formal Gedicatory exercises.
The dedicatory services were unusual
ly impressive and beautiful, and contin-
ued from four o'clock until seven
O'Clock, when the Sabbath eve eXor-
cises were rendered. A feature of the
occasion was the music, which was rem
dered by the regular choir of the
church, augmented by several voices,
under the direction Of Prof. Walther,
the new organ designed by him being
used with magnificent effect.
II was a proud day for Rev. L. Stern,
the pastor of the congregation, who
has presided over it for 20 years, and
1t was not less proud day for the He
brews of the capital city of the nation,
as they realize that they have now a
house of worship which not only adds
materially to the architectural beauty
of the city, but contributes another
beautiful house to those of that faith
in the country.
After the introduction and the sing
ling OF an anthem, Psalm 100, "Koriu,"
was rendered by the choir, and then
followed procession of ministers,
scroll bearers, officers of the congrega-
ton. building committee, key bearers
and past presidents of the cougrega-
tion. "Sh'ma Yisroel" was next rem
dered. and then followed the delivery
of the key of the temple to the chair
man Of the building committee by little
Miss Ray Hahn. assisted by Misses
Sondheimer and Harris. The singing
OF "America" by the choir and congre-
CATION was the last of the ceremonies.
M Hahn, afterreceiving the key from
the hands of his little daughter, are
scented the building to Mr.. Blout, say.
ing:
After months OF laborious and often per-
picking work feel proud in presenting to
you the keys of this beautiful new tenn
pie. aud with 1t transfer to your keeping
this building, with the construction of
which you Entrusted my colleagues Of the
building committee and my humble self
some Is months ago.
II Is well-known historical fact that the
culture and progress Of nation can best
ibe judged by the character of It's houses
of public worship. With the limited means
at our command we have tried to construct
for you building which is thoroughly in
Keeping with the spirit of this progressive
age. IL we have succeeded In shaping
stone. swood and iron into an edlflce which
Is not only satisfactory TO the mamie re-
OF this congregation, but which may be