Topolsky, Henrietta (Yetta)

January 8, 1969

[T1S1] Mentions family's property in Russia and provides biographical details. Respondent notes extent of school attendance. Respondent recounts father's arrest and his escape from Romania. Respondent describes being swindled en route to U.S. Respondent mentions first impressions of U.S. cities and foods. Respondent's school attendance and first residence are mentioned. Respondent's jobs are noted. Respondent enumerates cultural pursuits and reports her religious observances. Respondent's Pittsburgh doctors and recreational activities are enumerated. Respondent mentions making friends and notes contact with relatives in Europe. Citizenship information is provided.
[T1S2] Marriage information is provided. Respondent's children's secular and Jewish educations are noted. Respondent mentions difference in own and her children's upbringing. Respondent reports biographical material.

Antisemitism--Europe; Immigrants--Travel--Personal narratives

1902

Okalina?

Russia

1914

Bookkeeper, Housewife

Hill District, Wylie Ave.

Farmer, saloonkeeper

1

Rosner, Florence

Marvich, Nancy

None

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

ais196440.472

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