[T1S1] Respondent mentions relatives who previously immigrated to U.S. Respondent discusses the property and remuneration of landowning Twersky Hasidic dynasty for whom her father worked. Respondent discusses socialist activities in locale and mother's progressiveness. Respondent notes tutoring for public school entry. Synagogue in Europe is described. Respondent recounts circumstances of visit to U.S. and Respondent's inability to return to Europe due to WWI. Respondent indicates first residences in Pittsburgh. Respondent notes public school attendance and Jewish education in Pittsburgh. Respondent describes parents' attitudes toward other Jews' irreligious views and progressive beliefs. Father's work in stogie factory and Respondent's work at the "Forward" are discussed.
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