[T1S1] Provides biographical details and describes parents' work. Respondent outlines Hebrew education in Russia and describes town's synagogue. Respondent recounts changes of government and characterizes their relations with Jews. Brothers' previous immigration to U.S. is mentioned, as is Respondent's work as forced informant for Bolsheviks. Brothers' choice of destination in U.S. is explained. Respondent reports deception to leave town and extensively describes an illegal crossing into Romania in which Respondent's parents were captured by soldiers. Respondent indicates delays in Romania and in U.S. Respondent expresses first impressions of U.S. and Pittsburgh. Respondent recounts first clothing purchases and relates feeling of accomplishment in U.S. Respondent's first home is identified and compared to Respondent's in Russia. Hours and wages at Armour Company are discussed.
