William Beserosky. At that time. the organization was involved with projects that included raising relief funds for stricken Jews In wartorn Europe. During World War I. the council was a friend and guide for immigrants and became a crucial agency for all areas of war relief: rolling bandages. knitting socks. and selling. war bonds. 1 During World War II. the council provided aid to needy families and ref- ugees from growing antiSemitism In Germany and other countries. The 1950s marked the founding of a medical loan chest. enabling needy citizens of New Bedford to borrow hospital beds. wheel chairs. and similar items free of charge. regardless of religious denomination. This project is still an important part of the councils operation as well as aid to senior citizens and the distribution of scholarship funds to worthy high school and college students.
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