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Rapport mensuel sur l’antisémitisme, Oran, 7 mai 1938

Date:

07.05.1938

Location:

אוראן

Personality:

abbé Lambert

Keyword:

antisémitisme, Indigènes

Organization:

l'Echo d'Oran, Le Matin oranais, Les Amitiés Latines, Oran Matin

Archive:

Aix-en-Provence

Folder Number:

AEP_16H_115_IMG_089-090

Description

The report describes the only anti-Semitic formation in Oran: the “Amitiés Latines”, founded by Mr. Lambert, mayor of Oran. The different sections are in the process of being organized. Anti-Semitism is also part of the program of other political groups: the French Popular Party and National Action. The French Social Party, the majority of whose members are anti-Semitic, declares itself hostile to anti-Semitism. Mr. Lambert is described as “responsible for the anti-Semitic activity” which manifests itself in the city of Oran and the department. Lambert’s action is considered dangerous for public safety in Oran and Oranie.

Antisemitic propaganda is manifested through the press articles in “Oran Matin” and “Le Matin oranais” and the meetings. The “Echo d’Oran” retains a certain reserve. On the ground, we see a decrease in the affairs of the Israelites who operate a business or exercise a liberal profession.

Oran plans to set up an “Israelite-inspired Vigilance Committee”, which will use all legal means to fight against anti-Semitism.

Mr. Lambert also wishes to associate the native Muslims in his work by organizing a Muslim section of Amitiés Latines.