[T1S1] Respondent indicates private tutoring received and subjects studied. Synagogues, both civic and private, are mentioned. Friendships with neighboring gentiles are indicated. Town's lack of industry is noted. Respondent relates Jews' distrust of Communists. Respondent enumerates reasons to emigrate. Accommodations supplied by relatives are mentioned. Respondent notes background of agent. Respondent indicates route to U.S. Delay at Ellis Island on Thanksgiving is recounted. Respondent marvels at his self-confidence in presence of U.S. policemen. Respondent indicates first residence and first jobs. Wages and hours in grocery stores are detailed. Respondent notes opening grocery store in West Virginia. Respondent enumerates night schools attended.
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