He was one of the most prominent Jews in American government .
Abram Isaac Elkus ( August 6 , 1867 -- October 15 , 1947 ) , was an American ambassador , judge and public official .
Abram Isaac Elkus was ambassador of the most prominent Jews in American government .
Abram Isaac Elkus ( August 6 , 1867 -- October 15 , 1947 ) , was an American ambassador , judge and public official .