Although the state of Israel was proclaimed May 14 last year. the anniversary is being observed according to the corresponding date in the Hebrew calendar which. this year. falls on May 4. Prime Minister David BenGurion. in a broadcast. reviewed the states development through trying periods. He reminded his people that the realization of their dream could not be fulfilled unless immigration were developed to the utmost. He mentioned barren wastes of the Southern Negeb where thousands could eventually be accommodated. and Israels maritime service. which. he said. could bring in those who wished to come from the four quarters of the earth. "We are not thinking of peace in only passive terms. in terms of mutual nonaggression." Mr. BenGurion said. "We are thinkIng of an active peace policy. of mutual help and cooperation for the benefit of the entire Middle East.
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