"Great Germany has become gross Germany"

14 November 1938

"Calling on his congregation to consider the benefits of freedom, Rev. Mr. Halsey cited persecution of minorities as the inevitable result of loss of freedom.

"'Tell the truth, trim your words, let no slander escape your lips concerning any man, or his race, or his religion,' he urged. 'In the face of world confusion and torment and persecution we proclaim anew our belief in freedom and tolerance of diverse opinions as God-given rights.'"

Halsey Denounces Persecution of Jews

November 1938

"Dr. Nelson also declared that the German situation should be a warning to Americans to 'master the racial prejudices insidiously present in this country.'"