When was it published?

May 11, 1956 in The Southern Jewish Weekly

Foreign News May 11, 1956

The Southern Jewish Weekly

Q: What keywords are associated?

Naan Beersheba Railway, Israel Development Bonds, Negev Connection, Agricultural Mining Link, Diesel Train Inauguration

Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida

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What is this article about?

Large crowds attended the inauguration of the newly completed Naan-to-Beersheba railway in Israel, spanning over 40 miles and funded by State of Israel Development Bonds. The line connects northern agricultural areas around Naan to the mining and agricultural center of Beersheba in the Negev, with the first diesel train arriving in Beersheba.

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Large crowds turned out to witness the inauguration day ceremonies of the newly completed Naan-to-Beersheba railway line, which was constructed with the assistance of investment capital derived from the sale of State of Israel Development Bonds. Spanning a distance of more than 40 miles, the new railroad connects the agricultural areas which surround Naan in the north with the mining and agricultural center of Beersheba in the Negev. Shown above in Beersheba is the first Diesel train to travel between both points.

What sub-type of article is it?

Economic Trade Or Commerce

What keywords are associated?

Naan Beersheba Railway Israel Development Bonds Negev Connection Agricultural Mining Link Diesel Train Inauguration

Where did it happen?

Beersheba, Negev

Foreign News Details

Primary Location

Beersheba, Negev

Outcome

railway completed and inaugurated; first diesel train traveled the line; connects agricultural and mining areas.

Event Details

Large crowds witnessed the inauguration ceremonies of the Naan-to-Beersheba railway line, constructed with funds from State of Israel Development Bonds. The 40-mile line links northern agricultural areas around Naan to Beersheba in the Negev. The first diesel train arrived in Beersheba.