[T1S1] Cigar Factory Mentions synagogue in Europe and provides biographical details. Respondent mentions pogrom that wrecked father's shop and loan that permitted his emigration. Respondent indicates relations with non-Jews. Respondent describes father's difficulties in U.S. and public assistance in Pittsburgh. Father's wage for public work on Schenley Park is indicated. Respondent details cost of father's room and board and of family's ship tickets. Respondent recounts being swindled in German bathhouse (in Yiddish). Respondent mentions stay in German speakeasy and explains replacement of stolen tickets. Respondent extensively recounts hardships during crossings of English Channel and the Atlantic Ocean. Cost of rented rooms and first meal in Pittsburgh are detailed.
