[T1S1] Respondent mentions apprenticeship in Russia. Respondent discusses extent of religious education and notes family members' synagogue attendance. Respondent relates rabbis' advice regarding conflict with gentiles. Respondent indicates lack of contact with non-Jews and notes father's opposition to Respondent's political activities. Respondent notes army service in Russia, studies in Odessa and immigration to U.S. Respondent notes relative in, and route to, U.S. Respondent's difficulty obtaining work is recounted. Respondent explains discontent in U.S. Respondent's factory work is mentioned. First residences in Pittsburgh and work in New Jersey are indicated. Respondent details wages, hours and union membership at Westinghouse. Cultural pursuits are enumerated. Respondent indicates lack of religious observances. Respondent's organizational affiliations and recreational activities are indicated.
