The Pleasantville press. (Pleasantville, N.J.) 1912-1929, 1927-05-03
Dedicate
New Synagogue
B'rai Israel
Mayor Charles E. Jackson
Congratulates Congregation
Upon Its Success
CHARLES HAMBURGER
AND RABBI FISHER
Speakers Dwell Upon Charac-
ter of Citizens Who Make
the Country and Express
Gratitude for Cooperation

The new synagogue of B'nai
isreal Congregation on East West
Jersey avenue was dedicated Sun
day afternoon at 8 o'clock. The
titar was attractively decorated
with potted flowers with palms
arranged at either side. At the
right of the altar a large silk
American flag stood.
Samuel J. Stoloff was chairman
of the ceremonies and introduced
the speakers. Mayor Charles E.
Jackson in brief talk congratu-
lated the congregation on their
new synagogue and stated that he
hoped some day to see magnifi-
cent temple. AS Mayor of Pleasant
vile he. extended welcome and
the right hand of fellowship.
Charles hamburger, of Atlantic
City. was the next, speaker and his
remarks we've excellent. Among
other things Mr.. Hamburger stated
"the greatness of our country de-
ponds upon the character of its
citizenship" He cited the church
as a builder of character and said,
mo man, no community and no
country can be a success which
does not strive unselfishly to
serve Others" In conclusion the
speaker said, "try to make each
days living worth while to your
self and your community"
Rabbi Henry Fisher, of Atlantic
City, was an interesting speaker.
His remarks were replete with
wisdom and held the closest atten-
ton of his congregation. In speak
ing Of the new synagogue he ex-
pressed himself as grateful that in
these days of very big things,
some of us have yardstick which
measures affairs from a different
angle, expressing the belief that
the big things are not necessarily
the best things.
Rabbi Fisher pointed out that
the spirit of sacrifice back of the
small things may count more than
the big things. He said, when it
comes to the fundamentals all of
Gods children stand on common
ground" The speaker expressed
himself as deeply grateful for the
generosity of the Christian neigh
bors, who are truly such, had
given generously to the building
fund of the synagogue and had
helped make its building possible.
Rabbi Fisher reverently called
attention to the perpetual light
which burns above the altar and
which was given in tribute to the
late Jules Mastbaum. He described
it as symbolic of immortality and
of the God who ever watches.
Mrs. Louis Allen sang a solo
which was much appreciated. She
was accompanied on the violin by
William T. Wagner. Mrs. Allen
was followed by Mrs. Dora Schill-
ing. of Atlantic City, who sang very
effectively in Hebrew. the Jewish
national hymn. Mr.. Wagner also
played her accompaniment
Mr.. Stoloff then invited Frank
Hubin, to speak to the gathering.
Mr.. Hubin responded with a boost
for PIeasantville, and among other
things said, when it comes to
giving to charity he had always
found the Jewish people 100 per
cent good.
The closing service was conduct
ed by Rabbi Braunstein and con-
cluded with a prayer for those who
have passed beyond.
Following the program the
guests were invited to the base
ment of the synagogue where the
ladies of the congregation served
them ice cream and fancy cakes.
Among the guests of the congre-
cation were: Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Hamburger, Mr.. and Mrs.
Henry Gilbert. DR.. and Mrs.
Daniel A. Mondell. DR.. Henry M.
Fisher, and Frank Hubin, of Allan
tic City; Mayor Charles q. Jack
son. William L. Anderson, Henry
Scull, Mr.. and Mrs. Elisha Adams.
Martin Lear. Mrs. A. Conoyer and
Mrs. X. w. Goldthwaite.
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