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Jewish Hospital of Brooklyn

Hospital presented with symbol

Caption: "Hospital presented with symbol--More than 150 persons attended the ceremonies when the Jewish Hospital of Brooklyn received a Mazuzah (door post emblem), which was attached at the main entrance. The Mazuzah is a symbol of the strength of the Jewish faith.Left to right in the photo are Max Abelman, secretary to the board; Albert Rosen, hospital trustee; chief Assistant District Attorney Edward S. Silver, representing the National Council of Young Israel; Emil Boar, hospital president, and Rabbi Harry M. Katzen of Congregation Beth El of Bensonhurst."

IMAGE DATE1950
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