At Gan Haim, about one hundred workers are employed, with around fifty residing there. The general idea embraced by the community is “purpose” (Tachlit). They are also interested in “high politics.” Twenty-four members have registered with the party. Most of those who had been in Hapoel Hatzair did not join the party - due to taxes, fatigue, and other reasons. They are thirsty for cultural activity but too tired after work.
In Tel Mond – 100 workers, including 24 newcomers (six of whom are clerks), 26 technicians and wagon drivers, 42 agricultural day laborers, and five women working in the kitchen. About fifty are connected to settlement organizations. There are 66 party members, of whom 16–18 were previously unaffiliated. Seven subscribe to Davar (three at the organization’s expense), 16 are from Hapoel Hatzair (potential to add 10 more), and 30 are subscribed to books, reading in Hebrew and Russian. There is a study group for agricultural learning. The workers show interest in political issues and different settlement models. It is a distinguished group.
Their attitude toward the Histadrut is positive. They are resentful about the employment contract. Local affairs are managed by the Workers’ Committee. A group of 45 is organized for contract work with uniform pay rates. They maintain ties with the surrounding Arabs. Local Arab youth come to Tel Mond to play. It is believed that every group planning to settle should include members who know Arabic.
There is a need for cultural activity in the area. There are cultural talents present, but they are weary from work.
From the diary of David Ben-Gurion, April 18, 1930.