Quakers Publish Refugee Facts to Aid Public View
The American Friends Service Committee releases Refugee Facts arguing 1938 U S immigration equals under 0.4 percent of the population. It cites historical figures on admissions and quotas, notes Jewish and Christian refugee proportions, and urges informed public understanding amid wartime fear.
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Philadelphia
United States
Americnan Friends Borrion Committee
Quakers
Karta” Hasard
Amerinan Frida Brrvlee
Robert Yaron
Duzine
Frieda
Roneily Aji
Abu Kasi
Germany
Fon
Refugee Aid Theme Dominates Postwar Meeting
Record notes a Quaker conference stressing refugee relief and American hospitality. The Service Committee promotes placement to prevent displacement of American workers, citing 11,000 refugees employed vs 16,000 Britons. A pamphlet urges tempering fears of anti immigrant sentiment and argues refugees boost American industry and labor. Local items report a Gilcrest story hour, community events, and residents attending weddings and visits near Lookout Mountain and Cheyenne.
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Service Committee
Loose
Germany
Ples
Fugland
Cub
Ural
Hoo
America
Tefugee S&ars
American Friends Service Committee
American Friends Service Committee responds to call
An introduction by Dr. Jonce and Mr. Pickitt highlights the American Friends Service Committee answering the cry for help, emphasizing relief and aid efforts. The passage reflects community support and ongoing humanitarian response initiatives.
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Pickitt
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