[T1S1] Provides biographical details. Respondent mentions Jewish schooling and Shabbos goy in Russia. Stepfather's motivation to emigrate is reported. Respondent's arrival in New York and McKeesport are noted. Work in printing and millinery shops is discussed. Respondent's ownership of shop in Pittsburgh is discussed. Respondent's aversion to Saturday work is expressed. Respondent's first residences and night school attendance are indicated. Respondent reports cultural activities and religious observances. McKeesport synagogues are identified; lack of Jewish doctors in McKeesport is noted. Respondent enumerates recreational and social activities. Respondent mentions extent of political involvement.