Schweitzer, Harry

November 27, 1968

Discusses hometown (some in Yiddish) and provides biographical details. Respondent indicates a lack of association with gentiles in Lyady. Respondent mentions the Jewish market's produce and the poor relations with the government. Respondent expresses emotions upon receiving U.S. citizenship and contrasts freedoms in U.S. and Russia. Respondent's hardships en route to Pittsburgh are mentioned. Difficulty obtaining jobs due to Respondent's inability to speak English is mentioned, as is membership in Workmen's Circle. Respondent enumerates residences and notes wages and hours as union carpenter. Respondent cultural activities reported. Despite lack of religious observance, Respondent expresses a desire for a grandchild to have a Jewish education. Respondent mentions his appreciation of his union and comments on Zionism.

Europe--Social conditions; Europe--Politics and government

1883

Lyady

Ukraine

1893

Carpenter

Wood's Run

North Side; New Kensington, Pa.

Cabinetmaker

1.5

Abram

Reynolds, Jacqueline

None

National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), Pittsburgh Section Papers, 1894-2003, AIS.1964.40, Archives Service Center, University of Pittsburgh

ais196440.412

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