A resolution urging the United Nations to take immediate steps to rescue the Jews of Nazi-held Europe was adopted today by 3,000 children assembled at Mecca Temple here at a “Solemn Assembly of Prayer and Protest” for the children in the ghettos of Europe. The resolution, which was adopted after the children has recited a mass pledge to devote all their efforts to securing an Allied victory and the liberation of their brethren, was sent to President Roosevelt and Congress.
High point of the meeting were the accounts by Jewish refugee children from the various countries seized by the Nazis of their experiences in Europe and while fleeing to America; which was followed by a response from an American Catholic, Protestant and Jewish youngster, welcoming the refugees and affirming America’s principles of freedom. During the portion of the gathering devoted to a memorial service, the young refugees lit candles while a canter chanted El Mole Rachmin. Two children’s choirs also participated in the ceremonies. The principal speaker at the meeting, which was arranged by the Jewish Education Committee, was Newbold Morris, President of the New York City Council.
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