[T1S1] Respondent gives names of parents, father's occupation, both born in America. May-Stern and Co. founded in early 1900s: Ohio. Respondent's uncle, Leo Lehman, sent to Pittsburgh. to open store. Home not observant. Respondent confirmed at Rodef Shalom. Comments on 2 daughters, their names and names of spouses; also grandchildren. Respondent's husband, Harry, died 1983. Mentions locations of May-Stern and Co., stores; husband Harry offered executive position by Leo Lehman. Respondent comments on Mother's death and raising by maternal grandmother and uncle, Leo Lehman. Respondent lists community boards Leo Lehman served. Respondent mentions Pres. Roosevelt turned away ship carrying Jews to the U.S. in early 1940s, notes Lehman family's involvement bringing Jewish families from Germany, among them: Alfred Oppenheimer and Felix Hamburger; recalls L. Lehman's comments on storm troopers and Jewish support of Hitler in early years upon return from Munich to hear Hitler speak. Respondent describes difficulties encountered in finding living arrangements for Jews rescued from Germany.
